Supreme Court justices tell Congress safety at risk, more must be spent on security Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett told lawmakers that a sharp increase in threats targeting her and other justices is increasingly encroaching on their personal and family lives. Barrett and Justice Elena Kagan testi ed to Congress on Tuesday, a rare event for members of the high court. They’re seeking millions of dollars to enhance security as threats rise to the judiciary. Judges nationwide have faced increased violence and intimidation, including a fake swatting call to Barrett’s home in May.
Bu ett omits gift to Gates’ foundation after Microsoft cofounder’s Epstein ties disclosed Warren Bu ett omitted Bill Gates’ foundation from his annual donations this year after disclosures of Gates’ ties to convicted sex o ender Je rey Epstein. He’ll donate about $6 billion to four family foundations but didn’t mention Gates. Bu ett also said in his statement that he wants all of his remaining Berkshire Hathaway stock worth nearly $146 billion donated to charity by the end of 2034. Most of Bu ett’s donations since 2006 have gone to the Gates Foundation.
Waking up
Some youngsters nearly get tossed into the water at a Wake the World event on Lake Tillery on Thursday. The organization, founded by Greg Hodgin, helps introduce children, veterans and families to watersports.
LOCUST — Arrest charges, citations and property crime calls declined in Locust during the rst half of 2026, even as o cers handled more calls and increased patrol activity, according to newly released police data.
Last week, the department announced its six-month comparison report that covered activity from January through
June in 2024, 2025 and 2026.
Locust o cers led 221 arrest charges through June, down 5.2% from the same period in 2025, while citation charges declined 7.6% to 777. Property crime and fraud calls also fell to 96, down 3% from last year.
Meanwhile, assault-related calls increased from 10 last year to 13.
The department said the drop in arrest charges re ects lower criminal activity rather than fewer crimes being solved, noting that its clearance rate for con rmed criminal incidents remained relatively steady through May
“I’m extremely proud of the outstanding work of Locust patrol o cers and detectives so far in 2026 and over the last two years.”
Locust Police Chief Je Shew
of each year: 84.2% in 2026, 87.4% in 2025 and 86.7% in 2024. O cers handled 4,248 dispatched or attended calls during the six-month period,
Leadership Stanly seeks applicants for new class
Applications for the nine-month program are due July 24
By Jesse Deal Stanly News Journal
ALBEMARLE — The Stanly County Chamber of Commerce is accepting applications for the 2026-27
Leadership Stanly class, a nine-month program designed to prepare residents for greater involvement in the community.
Applications must be received by noon July 24; all applicants will be noti ed by email of their acceptance status by Aug. 3. Leadership Stanly brings
together established professionals, emerging leaders and community volunteers from a range of backgrounds. Participants meet once a month from September through May to learn about Stanly County, examine local challenges and develop skills they can use in the workplace and through civic service.
With roots dating to 1989, the program includes sessions focused on the county’s history, manufacturing, industry, business, healthcare, human services, environmental resources, government, education and economic development.
Participants also study
up 1.3% from 4,192 last year and 603 calls from 2024.
“I’m extremely proud of the outstanding work of Locust patrol o cers and detectives so far in 2026 and over the last two years,” Police Chief Je Shew said in a statement. “They take a lot of pride in the city and the work that they do, and it shows in their daily efforts and the overall activity statistics we see. There’s not a better group of o cers, and Assistant Chief Kevin O’Connor and I are just extremely fortunate and blessed to work with each one of them.”
Two men were injured in Sunday’s shooting
By Jesse Deal Stanly News Journal
ALBEMARLE — An Albe-
marle man faces two counts of attempted murder following a Sunday afternoon shooting that seriously injured two men. According to the Albemarle Police Department, ocers responded around 12:52 p.m. to the 1400 block of Inger Street after receiving a report of a man armed with a gun.
Police found two men suffering from injuries consistent with gunshot wounds. Both victims were conscious and alert when o cers arrived and were taken to a hospital for treatment of serious injuries. Investigators said the shooting was not a random act
and that the suspect knew the victims.
Police identi ed the suspect as 26-year-old Devonte Jayshun Wall of Albemarle. Wall was arrested and charged with two counts of rst-degree attempted murder and two counts of shooting into an occupied dwelling.
Detectives with the Albemarle Police Department are investigating the shooting with assistance from the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation.
“The Albemarle Police De-
Their ight has revived public enthusiasm for space exploration and future lunar missions
By Marcia Dunn The Associated Press CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla.
— The Artemis II astronauts reunited with their capsule Wednesday three months after ying around the moon and traveling deeper into space than anyone in history. It was their rst visit to Kennedy Space Center since they blasted o in April. The last time the four saw the pad, the massive Space Launch System rocket had stood upon it.
“It’s a lonely place without that rocket on it,” commander
Reid Wiseman said. He and his crew spent the day thanking all those who helped send them on the ight.
The three NASA astronauts and one Canadian set a new record for distance travel during the lunar yaround — 252,756 miles. It was humanity’s rst trip to the moon in more than half a century.
Public enthusiasm over the mission is still high, Wiseman noted. While boarding a plane in France about a week ago, he said, a woman handed him her boarding pass with this message written on it: “Thank you for reminding us about joy and hope in the universe again.”
They’re excited about handing o to the next Artemis crew: three NASA as-
partment thanks the Stanly County Sheri ’s O ce, the North Carolina State Highway Patrol and the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation for their assistance,” the department said in a statement.
Police have not released the identities of the victims or provided additional information about their conditions. Anyone with information about the shooting is asked to call the Albemarle Police Department’s anonymous tip line at 704-984-9511.
Here’s a quick look at what’s coming up in and around Stanly County.
July 18-19
2nd Annual Christmas in July
Saturday: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Uwharrie Vineyards will host its second annual Christmas in July market featuring more than 50 vendors, live music and food trucks across two days.
Battle of Colson’s Mill 246th Anniversary Commemoration
The Sons of the American Revolution’s Colson’s Mill
Police reported 19,135 business and neighborhood patrols, a 10.4% increase from 2025 and 2,607 more than two years ago. O cers initiated 2,418 tra c stops, up 1.9% from last year and 448 from 2024. Stops resulting in citations
dropped to 449, while stops ending in warnings rose to 1,923. Tra c-stop arrests increased from 46 to 48, DWI stops rose from 19 to 22, and vehicle pursuits declined from nine to seven. In June alone, o cers handled or initiated 340 calls, conducted 421 tra c stops and completed 2,806 busi-
tronauts and one Italian announced last month. Set for next year, the Artemis III mission will remain in orbit around Earth and practice docking with lunar landers in development by SpaceX and Blue Origin. Artemis IV will follow as early as 2028 with a moon landing by two astronauts not yet identi ed.
The entire Artemis III crew is male, something that doesn’t faze Artemis II’s Christina Koch, who became the rst woman to y to the moon. What would be worse, she said, was someone overruling NASA’s crew selection for Artemis III just “to make it look a certain way.”
Wiseman and Koch ew to the moon alongside pilot Victor Glover and Canada’s Jeremy Hansen.
ness and neighborhood patrols. The department recorded 466 enforcement actions, 53 arrest charges, 11 DWI arrests and 27 tra c crashes, including 16 on streets or highways and 11 in parking lots.
O cers Tim Flieger Jr. and Jerry Wallace were named the department’s co-o cers WEDNESDAY
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July 19
Sundays With Art: Introduction to Quilling 2-4 p.m.
Local artists Ginger Barker and Betsy Lewis will lead a free demonstration introducing quilling — the craft of rolling and shaping narrow strips of paper into decorative designs — as part of the Arts Guild’s monthly Sundays With Art series. The event is free to attend.
Stanly Arts Guild & Gallery 152 W. Main St. Albemarle
THE CONVERSATION
COLUMN | DENNIS BERWYN
Trip Ho end, publisher | Frank Hill, senior opinion editor
Patients deserve transparency and accountability in North Carolina’s hospital system
The 340B Drug Pricing Program was created in 1992 to help ensure low-income and rural patients have access to a ordable medicines.
NORTH CAROLINA families shouldn’t have to guess what their healthcare will cost or whether they’re getting a fair deal. But too often, that’s exactly where people nd themselves: navigating a system where prices vary widely, transparency is limited and accountability can feel just out of reach.
At the center of this challenge is a trend that has quietly reshaped healthcare across the country: hospital consolidation.
Over the past two decades, hospitals have steadily joined larger systems, often with the goal of improving coordination and expanding access to care. Those are important goals. But the reality for many patients, especially those in rural communities, has been more complicated. Research continues to show that when markets become more concentrated, prices often rise and choices become more limited. New consolidation e orts in North Carolina raise real questions about what this means for patients, taxpayers and local communities.
When competition declines, patients lose. And too often, families and employers end up paying the price.
We’re seeing the e ects here in North Carolina. Wide di erences in hospital prices and real gaps in price transparency make it harder for patients and employers to plan ahead or even know if they’ve been treated fairly.
And it’s not just about confusion. It’s about trust — trust that the system is working as intended and that patients are bene ting from it.
One clear example is the 340B Drug Pricing Program. This federal program was created in 1992 to help ensure low-income and rural patients have access to a ordable medicines. Eligible hospitals and clinics can buy outpatient medicines at steep discounts with the understanding that those savings should support
patient care and community needs.
That goal and the 340B program are worth preserving. But over time, the program has expanded dramatically without consistent transparency or clear requirements for reporting how those savings are used. In too many cases, patients have no way to know whether discounted medicines are actually lowering their costs or improving access to care.
In North Carolina, data shows that some hospitals participating in 340B have charged far more than the discounted price they paid for certain medications. At the same time, there is no consistent requirement that those savings be passed directly to patients or clearly tied to improving patient access or a ordability. When that’s combined with continued hospital consolidation, it raises serious questions about whether the program is serving patients as Congress intended.
This highlights something else worth paying attention to: incentives matter. As hospitals grow larger and acquire new facilities, they can expand their use of programs like 340B. Over time, that dynamic can reward consolidation, reduce competition and make an already complicated healthcare system harder for families to understand.
Supporting hospitals and standing up for patients should not be in con ict. We can, and should, do both.
That starts with greater transparency so patients can understand prices before they receive care. It means clearer standards and accountability so programs designed to help vulnerable populations actually deliver on that promise. It also means practical federal reforms that protect legitimate safety-net providers while closing loopholes that allow the program to drift away from patients.
The Trump administration is taking one encouraging step by continuing to pursue
AOC should thank baby boomers for the world they left her
The average American family in Mississippi now has a higher per capita GDP than the average French, British and German family.
ALEXANDRIA OCASIO-CORTEZ says she knows why socialism is on the rise: Blame it on the boomers.
“Millennials and Gen Z combined, now for the rst time, are eclipsing the number of baby boomers,” she explained recently. “Young people overall feel a tremendous amount of betrayal about the world we’ve been left.”
It’s inarguable that younger generations feel this way. The notion that millennials and Generation Z are toiling in a uniquely grueling economic era, however, is utterly delusional.
But convincing young people they’ve been handed a broken world only fostered an unprecedented sense of hopelessness. You are not victims of “oligarchs,” unfettered capitalism or any other imaginary monsters.
One of the most popular myths these days (you hear it from both sides all the time) is that the American middle class is being gutted. It’s simply not true. In 1980, 36% of American families were middle class.
Only 31% of Americans are still in the middle class because the upper middle class has grown from 10% of households to more than 30%. The middle class is shrinking because the upper middle class is expanding.
Real median income has not only grown across all classes over the past 40 years but has zoomed past the rest of the Western world. The average American family in Mississippi now has a higher per capita GDP than the average French, British and German family.
That’s a pretty remarkable economic
inheritance. Just ask the soccer fans visiting for the World Cup.
Another big grievance of younger people is that housing has become far too expensive. It’s a genuine concern. But ownership rates are no lower today than they were in the ’60s, ’70s or ’90s, and most of the 1980s. The homeownership rate in 1980 was 65.5%. In 2025, it was 65.4%. Rates temporarily spiked through the 2000s when government policy incentivized millions to “buy” houses they couldn’t a ord with no money down.
Housing shortages are driven by the laws of physics. It’s not the boomers’ fault that too many people want to live in and around major urban areas.
You also wonder if the average Gen Zer understands that the environment is in nitely cleaner today than it was 30, 40 or 50 years ago.
There has been widespread reforesting and wetland restoration. There is far less litter. Air quality is drastically cleaner, as is water. When boomers started driving, gas was leaded, and most cars didn’t even have catalytic converters. Gen X grew up worried about things called “nuclear winter” and “acid rain.”
An average household spends on clothing and food a fraction of what their grandparents did. And yet, they also have substantially more choices, including international and nutritious fare.
It’s true that healthcare costs have risen. Some of it can be attributed to bad policy. Most of it re ects prosperity, as younger Americans will generally enjoy longer life expectancy and better care than any generation before them.
the recent federal 340B rebate pilot, which o ers a measured way to add veri cation and accountability before discounts are nalized. Done correctly, that approach can help con rm that a prescription is eligible, reduce duplicate discounts, create a clearer data trail and bring more discipline to the program without changing which hospitals or clinics qualify for 340B. Just as important, it focuses on solving problems up front rather than relying on slower, after-the-fact e orts to untangle errors once the money has already moved.
That is the kind of commonsense reform conservatives should support: limited, practical, focused on accountability and respectful of both taxpayers and patients.
Just as importantly, we have to recognize where responsibility for reform truly sits. Programs like 340B are federal by design, and Congress should lead.
A patchwork of state-level xes risks creating more inconsistency and less accountability, failing to provide the clarity and consistency patients deserve.
North Carolina has always valued fairness, personal responsibility, competition and looking out for one another. Bringing more transparency and accountability to our healthcare system is simply an extension of those values.
At the end of the day, patients should come rst, and families should be able to trust the healthcare system they rely on. Congress should act now to strengthen 340B through clear federal reforms that restore transparency, protect taxpayers, preserve the safety net and ensure the program nally works the way it was intended: for patients.
Dennis Berwyn is vice chair of the Wake Republican Men and vice president of the Central Region of the North Carolina Federation of Republican Men.
Big Pharma, one of the industries reviled by Ocasio-Cortez and her allies, keeps coming up with ways to keep people with once-deadly diseases alive. None of it is cheap. Yet.
When Ocasio-Cortez rst won her congressional seat, Time magazine writer Charlotte Alter wrote a glowing pro le of the socialist newcomer, explaining that her “adulthood was de ned by nancial crisis, debt and climate change. No wonder she and her peers are moving left.”
Since Ocasio-Cortez turned 18 in 2007, there have been only two negative growth years in the United States, one of them due to a worldwide pandemic. From 1970 to 2007, there was, on average, a negative or recessionary year every three to four years. Americans worked through recessions in 1928, 1937, 1945, 1949, 1953, 1958, 1960, 1969, 1973, 1980/1981, 1990 and 2001 without turning to socialism. The only thing special about Ocasio-Cortez’s adulthood is that the recessions have become shorter and less severe. AOC is living in the golden age.
Boomers have failed on plenty of fronts, but being on the hook for a ridiculously expensive student loan on a useless degree isn’t one of the great tragedies to have befallen mankind. It’s just the consequence of choices. And most progressives want other people to pay for their choices.
There are plenty of serious problems — there always are — but historically speaking, by virtually every quanti able measure available, Americans are living in a uniquely wealthy and safe world. Ocasio- Cortez should be thanking baby boomers for the world they left her.
David Harsanyi is a senior writer at the Washington Examiner. (Copyright 2026 Creators.com)
COLUMN | DAVID HARSANYI
Jerry Dunlap (Dunlap Brothers)
Wake the World
Bringing the lake to kids who’ve never ridden
Wake the World, founded by six-time Masters Wakeboard state champion Greg Hodgin, gives children, veterans and families the chance to wakeboard, waterski and try things they never thought possible. What began in 2006 with a handful of boats and kids from two local children’s homes at High Rock Lake has grown into a nationwide e ort of dozens of events each year across the U.S. and Canada, with a home base at Old North State Club at Badin Lake.
For Hodgin, the payo is in the faces on the water. “Every summer, I hear kids say, ‘This is the best day of my life,’ and it humbles me,” he said in an interview last year. “To see the joy and excitement on their faces makes all the hard work worth it.”
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the qualities of e ective leadership, identify their individual leadership styles and learn about opportunities to become more involved locally.
Interactive workshops, team-building exercises and hands-on experiences are intended to strengthen communication, collaboration and decision-making skills.
“One of the greatest benets of Leadership Stanly is the incredible network you build,” the chamber said in a statement. “Over nine months, you will work alongside like-minded professionals, local business owners, government o cials and community volunteers.”
The program allows class members to form connections across industries, including manufacturing, healthcare, education, retail and technology. Participants also collaborate on service projects intended to bene t local organizations and residents.
Greta Baucom, a member of the Leadership Stanly steering committee, said her experience with the program’s 2025 class helped her learn more about the county. “I was a orded the opportunity to participate in Leadership Stanly’s class of 2025, and I highly recommend it,” Baucom said. “I made great friendships and lifelong bonds with folks that I didn’t know, and
we discovered things about the county that we didn’t know. But more importantly, in addition to that knowledge, we had an opportunity to give back to our county.” Through the program, participants are expected to gain a broader understanding of Stanly County’s economy, institutions, resources and volunteer needs.
Application forms can be downloaded at stanlychamber. org. Completed forms may be emailed to info@stanlychamber.org, mailed to Leadership Stanly, Stanly County Chamber of Commerce, P.O. Box 909, Albemarle, NC 28002, or delivered to the chamber o ce
at 1000 N. First St., Suite 11 in Albemarle. Applications not selected for the 2026-27 class will be retained for consideration in a future program.
COURTESY STANLY COUNTY CHAMBER
The Stanly County Chamber of Commerce hosted its most recent Leadership Stanly graduation at Stony Mountain Vineyards.
OBITUARIES
Gilbert (Red) Picklesimer
April 20, 1936 – July 6, 2026
Gilbert (RED) Picklesimer peacefully passed at his home, surrounded by his family. He loved his children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren unconditionally...He Lived a Great and Adventurous life! I feel when you were with him, you knew it was going to be something out of this world!
He was owner and operator of Oak Hills Golf Course which he designed and built himself. He also loved to collect things and would tell everyone “That’s my goodies babe”.
Oh boy, did he have them! Red had many friends that were like family to him too. He was always positive, funny, and had the biggest heart! He de nitely left his mark on this earth and will never be forgotten!
We know he’s in heaven now seeing all his loved ones that went before him, to a life that has no ending. We love you, Daddy!
A memorial service to celebrate his life will be held August 15 at 11 AM at Northdale Baptist Church, 8104 Statesville Rd., Charlotte NC 28269
David Hatley
January 13, 1933 –July 7, 2026
David James Hatley, 93, of Albemarle, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, at the home of his daughter.
A funeral service celebrating David’s life will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, July 10, 2026, at Lakeview Baptist Church, o ciated by Rev. Don Burleyson and Rev. Tab Whitley. Burial, with military honors, will follow at Stanly Gardens of Memory. The family will receive friends from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 9, 2026, at Stanly Funeral & Cremation Care of Albemarle.
Born on January 13, 1933, in Stanly County, David was the son of the late John Adam Hatley and Emma Isabelle Huneycutt Hatley.
David retired from Collins & Aikman in Albemarle after many years of dedicated service. A proud and patriotic American, he honorably served his country in the United States Army during the Korean Con ict, a service that remained a source of great pride throughout his life. He was a faithful member of Lakeview Baptist Church for over 60 years, where he found strength in his faith and fellowship.
In April 2025 David was recognized as a Hometown Hero. He was honored for his lifetime of putting others rst and humble service everywhere that he could help. He was always a quiet cornerstone of his family and the community. It was often said by many “He was the best, most humble and giving man known.”
“He was the man that all of us lesser men wish we could be.”
David will be remembered as a genuinely humble and downto-earth man who never met a stranger. His warm smile, kind heart, and caring spirit made a lasting impression on everyone he encountered. Beloved by family, friends, and all who knew him, he lived a life marked by quiet integrity, compassion, and unwavering devotion to God and those he loved.
James Floyd “Jimmie” Walton Jr.
July 13, 1950 – June 28, 2026
James Floyd “Jimmie” Walton Jr., 75, of Albemarle, NC, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family and loved ones by his side on June 28, 2026, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. He is now in the arms of our Lord and Savior rejoicing and forever healed.
Jimmie was born in Albemarle, NC, on July 13, 1950, to James Floyd Walton Sr., and Violet Ruth Morton Walton.
Jimmie is preceded in death by his father, James Walton Sr.; his mother, Violet Ruth Walton; his daughter, Mary Christina Walton; his former wife, Linda Harwood Johnson; his nephew, Charles Walton Lowder; and his best friend and beloved furbaby, Cody.
Jimmie enjoyed watching Westerns and classic favorites, especially Star Wars and Star Trek. Whether he was watching a familiar Western, traveling to a galaxy far, far away, or boldly going where no one had gone before, these were among the simple pleasures he enjoyed.
Jimmie had a special place in his heart for animals. His kindness extended beyond his own pets to the many stray animals he encountered throughout his life. He could often be found feeding and caring for animals that had nowhere else to turn, o ering them compassion and care they needed.
IN MEMORY
RODNEY JOE CORNATZAR
MARCH 6, 1947 – JULY 7, 2026
Rodney Joe Cornatzar, 79, of Norwood, passed away on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, at his home.
A celebration of life will be held on Monday, July 20, 2026, from 4:00 until 6:00 PM at Edwards Funeral Home in Norwood.
Rodney was born on March 6, 1947, to the late Charles Otto and Margaret Irene Gordon Cornatzar. He worked as a production manager for Preformed Line Products and he went on to work for Philip Moore’s before retiring.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his son, Shane Schuyler Cornatzar, and his sisters: Alma Yvonne Weitzel and Sandra Lee Anderson.
He is survived by his wife, Judy Evelyn Cornatzar; their children: Rodney Joseph Cornatzar, Paul Henry Cornatzar, Dawn Marie Shepard, and Anthony David Hyatt; grandchildren: Kayla Rose Shepard, Jesse Daniel Steadman, Courtney Jo Shepard, Leah Janell Cornatzar, Skylar Morgan Cornatzar, Madison Grace Hyatt, and Eva Danielle Cornatzar; and two grandchildren.
CAROLYN ESTRIDGE EFIRD
AUG. 27, 1941 – JULY 9, 2026
Carolyn Estridge E rd, 84, of Locust, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 9, 2026, at Novant Health Mint Hill Medical Center. A graveside service will be held at Carolina Presbyterian Church Cemetery on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, at 10 AM.
Born on August 27, 1941, in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina, Carolyn was the daughter of the late Johnny Wesley Estridge and Ruth Mabel Phillips Estridge. She was a faithful member of Trinity Reformed Presbyterian Church and devoted many years of service as a cafeteria worker at Clear Creek Elementary School, where she enjoyed caring for generations of students.
Above all, Carolyn treasured her family and her faith. She was known as a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and greatgrandmother whose life re ected loyalty, faithfulness, and a servant’s heart. She was deeply committed to her church and willingly gave of herself wherever she was needed. Those who knew her best will remember her determined spirit, her thriftiness, and her erce independence. She delighted in caring for her family and especially cherished every moment spent with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, never missing an opportunity to spoil them or show them how much they were loved.
Carolyn found joy in life’s simple pleasures. She enjoyed shopping, searching for treasures at yard sales, having her nails done, camping, and spending time at the beach. She lovingly cared for her husband throughout their many years together, and those closest to them will fondly remember the playful way she would “fuss” at him-a re ection of the deep love and devotion they shared. Music was also a special part of her faith, and among the many hymns she loved, It Is Well with My Soul held a special place in her heart.
Carolyn is survived by her beloved husband of 68 years, James E rd; her children, Jackie Davis (Scott) of Locust, Scott E rd (Tracy) of Locust, and Rusty E rd (Suzanne) of Locust; ve grandchildren, Michael E rd, Wesley E rd, Autumn LaRock, Shane E rd, and Beau E rd; ten great-grandchildren; and three greatgreat-grandchildren.
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He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of many years, Jeanette Carlene Smith Hatley, who passed away on August 22, 2014. In addition to his wife and parents, he was preceded in death by his grandson, Jason Trexler, on February 23, 2026.
Those left to cherish his memory include his devoted daughter, Teresa Hatley Trexler Smith of Albemarle, and his grandson, Joshua Hatley Trexler of Fletcher, North Carolina.
Many relatives and friends who were touched by his grace and humility grieve his passing but know that he is rejoicing in Heaven now.
Special close family and friends who helped Teresa care for him when needed are John Hatley and Angela Hatley of Albemarle, and John Schutte who jokingly said he was the adopted son. A special thanks to these three angels who loved and cared for him.
David’s legacy of faith, patriotism, humility, sel essness and kindness will continue to live on in the hearts of his family and all who were blessed to know him. Though he will be deeply missed, the love he shared and the example he set will remain a lasting source of comfort and inspiration for generations to come. He was ready to go to Heaven, and to see Jesus and his loved ones.
Jimmie was a erce protector and provider for his family. He was a man whose strength, loyalty, and devotion could always be counted on. He had a big sense of humor and loved making his family laugh. His grandchildren grew up believing the larger-than-life stories he told them—that he had been a Zulu warrior, a professional wrestler, and Darth Vader. Those stories became treasured family memories and perfectly captured his playful spirit, quick wit, and his ability to make childhood a little more magical and fun.
Jimmie is survived by his children, Teresa Lowder (Dwight) and Russell Walton (Monica); his sister, Louise Lowder (Lewis); his niece, Jennifer Lowder; his nephew, Alex Lowder (Kelly); his partner, Jo Ussery; his grandchildren, Brandi McIntyre, Christopher Lowder, Samantha Walton, Charli McGarrah, Charles Howard, and Kailyn Clark; and his great-grandchildren. His absence leaves a space that cannot be lled, but the strength of his love, the laughter he created, the lives he touched, and the memories he leaves behind will remain with his family forever.
Ecclesiastes 12:7--Then shall the dust return as it was: and the spirit shall return unto God who gave it. Until we meet again, Jimmie, Dad, and Peepaw.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a son, Jimmy E rd, her sister, Pat Little, and her beloved granddaughter, Kerri E rd. Carolyn’s legacy is one of steadfast faith, unwavering love for her family, and quiet service to others. She will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by all who were blessed to know her.
LEROY “AL” ALFRED CALDER JR. JUNE 20, 1945 – JULY 10, 2026
Leroy “Al” Alfred Calder Jr., 81, of Norwood, passed away Friday, July 10, 2026, at his home.
A celebration of life service will be held at 4:00 PM on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, at Norwood First Presbyterian Church. Rev. Heather McIntyre will o ciate. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at Edwards Funeral Home in Norwood.
Al was born on June 20, 1945, in Hemingway, SC, to the late LeRoy Alfred Sr. and Jessie Rhinehart Calder. He played college baseball and football for East Carolina University, and college baseball at Pembroke University. After college, he joined the United States Marine Corps and then went on to obtain his Master’s Degree from NC State University. Mr. Calder taught Science at South Stanly High School for over 32 years, where he led as a coach, mentor, and trainer for both football and baseball. He was a member of Norwood First Presbyterian Church, where he served as a Deacon and Elder. He was an avid golfer and loved to spend time with his family, especially his grandchildren.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Lynn Burnett; and son-in-law, Wesley Smith.
He is survived by his wife, Frankie Jo Story Calder of the home; children: Leigh Ann Smith of Norwood; and Leroy A Calder III ‘Alan’ (Heather) of Jamestown; ve grandchildren: Anslee Smith, Wes Smith, Ty Smith, Hailey Thompson (Walker), and Alexis Calder; sister Dixie Ferris(Richard); and brother-in-law, Orris Burnett.
ANN LIVINGSTON HUDSON
MARCH 12, 1936 – JULY 10, 2026
Ann Livingston Hudson, 90, of Norwood, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 10, 2026, at Trinity Place in Albemarle. A graveside service will be held at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, at Cottonville Baptist Church. Pastor JR Murr, AD Hudson, and Nicholas Helms will o ciate. The family will receive friends from 10:00 to 11:00 AM in the sanctuary prior to the service. Ms. Hudson was born on March 12, 1936, in Stanly County to the late James Thomas and Essie Whitley Livingston. She retired from C&A as a spinner after over 35 years. She was a member of Cottonville Baptist Church, where she taught the 6-9-year-old Sunday School class for many years. Ann loved to cook and bake for her friends and family. She was known for her ‘Cooks Corner’ selection in the Stanly News and Press every week for over 25 years. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph Hudson; son, Ashley Hudson; and her siblings: Kelly Livingston and Elaine Mauldin. She is survived by her daughter, Sandra Helms (Greg) of Norwood; daughter-in-law, Cindy Hudson of Norwood; grandchildren: Nicholas Helms (Jacki) and A.D. Hudson (Suzannah Brown); two great-grandchildren: Eva Claire and Susanna Helms; and sister: Jacqueline Harkey. Memorials may be made to Tillery Compassionate Care: 960 N First Street, Albemarle, NC 28001; or Cottonville Baptist Church: 8032 Cottonville Road, Norwood, NC 28128.
ALBEMARLE — The Uwharrie Wampus Cats recently thanked local fans and the city of Albemarle after drawing their largest crowd of the season for the team’s annual reworks game at Don Montgomery Park.
Uwharrie hosted the Queen City Corndogs on July 3 as part of an Independence Day-themed celebration.
Although the Wampus Cats fell 11-6 and dropped to an 8-15
record, the organization said the turnout and postgame reworks made the evening one of the highlights of its summer schedule.
“A few days later, we’re still thinking about what a great night it was in Albemarle,” the team said in a statement.
“Thank you to everyone who came out for the Wampus Cats’ 250th Independence Day celebration. We’re grateful for the best fans in the Carolinas and thankful to the city of Albemarle for its partnership in helping make the night such a special one.
“The crowd, the reworks and the community support made
“This was a major weekend for our league and a great example of what we believe summer baseball can be in these communities.”
Greg Sullivan, Wampus Cats president and owner
it a night to remember at Don Montgomery Park. We’re looking forward to more big nights at the ballpark throughout the rest of the season.”
With an estimated 10,000 fans across games in North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia, the event was part of a record holiday weekend for the Blue Ridge League, which is playing its inaugural season as a multiteam collegiate summer baseball circuit.
“This was a major weekend for our league and a great example of what we believe summer baseball can be in these communities,” said Greg Sullivan, the Wampus Cats’ president and owner. Sullivan, who also serves as chairman of the Blue Ridge League, said the attendance gures demonstrated the poten-
tial for the league to establish a lasting presence throughout the region.
“To see strong crowds in multiple markets over the same holiday weekend says a lot about the work being done by our teams, our host communities and our players,” he said. “We’re still early in our rst season as a league, but weekends like this show the potential for the Blue Ridge League to become a major summer tradition across the region.”
On the eld, Uwharrie has lost six of its past seven games and sits sixth in the eight-team standings behind the Carolina Disco Turkeys, Queen City, Greenwood Flying Monkeys, Joanna Hornets and Spartanburg County Peaches.
The Wampus Cats will host the Greensboro Ducks on Thursday and Saturday, with a Friday home game against the Carolina White Sox. Uwharrie will nish the weekend on the road against Joanna in South Carolina.
The ve-year agreement begins with the 2026 -27 athletic year
By Jesse Deal Stanly News Journal
MISENHEIMER — Pfei er University athletics will have a new streaming home beginning with the 2026-27 academic year.
Last Thursday, the USA South Athletic Conference announced it has entered into a ve-year exclusive partnership with FloSports that will place broadcasts from the Falcons and eight other participating USA South schools on FloCollege, the company’s collegiate streaming platform.
The agreement is expected to expand the availability and production quality of Pfei er athletic broadcasts while giving the university’s teams and student-athletes broader exposure. FloCollege will work with conference schools to support broadcast operations and increase coverage across sponsored sports.
Pfei er will join Brevard College, Greensboro College, Mary Baldwin University, Meredith College, Methodist University, N.C. Wesleyan University, Salem College and Southern Virginia Universi-
ty as participating members.
FloCollege subscribers will receive access to live events, original programming and other conference content throughout the season. Select broadcasts and programming will also be distributed through FloSports’ free streaming channels, including Amazon Prime Video, YouTube and the company’s social media platforms. USA South Commissioner
Tom Hart said the partnership will provide new nancial incentives for member institutions while helping the conference adjust to changes in the sports media landscape.
“We believe FloCollege is the right long-term partner to help position the USA South for future success,” Hart said.
“This agreement creates meaningful new nancial resources for our member institutions while expanding the reach
and quality of our broadcasts.” Hart added that the conference remained focused on preserving the academic priorities and overall student athlete experience associated with NCAA Division III athletics. The USA South becomes the 12th Division III conference to join FloCollege. Other regional conferences on the platform include the Old Dominion Athletic Conference and
“We believe FloCollege is the right long-term partner to help position the USA South for future success.”
Tom Hart, USA South commissioner
Southern Athletic Association.
FloCollege streams more than 20,000 live and on-demand college events each year across NCAA Divisions I, II and III. FloSports has committed more than $75 million to collegiate partners through rights agreements, broadcast infrastructure, marketing and content development.
FloCollege General Manager John Turner said the addition of the USA South strengthens the platform’s growing Division III presence.
“The USA South has built a strong tradition of competitive excellence while remaining committed to the values that de ne Division III athletics,” Turner said.
Monthly, annual and family subscription plans will be available, along with discounted pricing for users with eligible partner .edu email addresses.
Additional subscription information is available through the o cial FloCollege website at ocollege.com.
COURTESY UWHARRIE WAMPUS CATS
Uwharrie had its largest home crowd of the 2026 season July 3 at Don Montgomery Park in Albemarle.
MLB White Sox rookie Peters hits for cycle, rst for franchise in nine years
Chicago Rookie Chicago White Sox center elder Tristan Peters hit for the cycle, becoming the franchise’s rst player to do it in nine years. Peters doubled in the third, singled in the fth and hit a two-run homer in the seventh against the Athletics. He came up to bat a second time in the seventh and hit a grounder down the right- eld line. The 26-year - old former Durham Bull slid head rst into third to beat the relay throw. Peters is the third major leaguer to hit for the cycle this season.
PGA
Sche er misses cut for rst time in 4 years
North Berwick, Scotland
Scottie Sche er has his rst weekend o in nearly four years. The world’s No. 1 player looked ordinary over two days at the Scottish Open, shooting 72 on Friday and missing the cut by two shots. It’s his rst missed cut since the FedEx St. Jude Championship in August 2022. Sche er missed a 6-foot par putt on the last hole and missed a 7-foot birdie putt on his 16th hole.
WORLD CUP
FIFA selling eld to be used for World Cup nal in $450 pieces
East Rutherford, N.J.
FIFA is selling pieces of the World Cup nal eld for $450 each. The grass will be used for the July 19 nal at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. FIFA’s store describes each piece as 17.5 by 17.5 by 17.5 but doesn’t specify the unit of measurement. Players and coaches have criticized the eld quality at MetLife, which usually uses an arti cial surface for NFL games.
Rattín, whose dismissal in 1966 World Cup prompted rules change, dead at 89
Renowned Argentine soccer player Antonio Rattín died at 89. Rattín, a former Boca Juniors player, became famous for his de ance at the 1966 World Cup, which led to the introduction of yellow and red cards. Known for his hardtackling style, he won six league titles with Boca Juniors. He played in two World Cups and was a Copa Libertadores runner -up. Rattín’s protest during a match against England at Wembley sparked changes in how referees communicate dismissals. His actions also fueled the soccer rivalry between Argentina and England.
NBA Raptors, Clippers put trade for Leonard on hold pending end of NBA investigation Kawhi Leonard’s trade to the Toronto Raptors is on hold because of an NBA investigation into the Los Angeles Clippers. The league is examining whether the Clippers circumvented salary cap rules. The NBA’s probe began in September, focusing on a $28 million endorsement contract between Leonard and Aspiration Fund Adviser LLC. The Raptors and Clippers had agreed on a trade earlier this month. Leonard, a seven-time All-Star, is coming o his highest-scoring season. There is no timetable for the investigation’s conclusion.
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The Team Penske Ford driver survived hitting the wall to win
By Charles Odum
The Associated Press
HAMPTON, Ga. — A late brush with the wall wasn’t enough to send Ryan Blaney to pit row.
The decision paid o with a dominant victory.
Blaney emerged from a three-wide battle on the nal lap of overtime in the weather-delayed NASCAR Cup Series race at Atlanta early Monday.
Blaney won every stage of the race and led 171 laps after starting on the pole, but the Team Penske Ford driver had to ght o challenges from Bubba Wallace and Christopher Hill, who nished second, on the nal lap. Carson Hocevar and Ty Gibbs rounded out the top four.
Wallace was penalized for passing below the double yellow lines and nished 29th instead of second.
There was a delay of 3 hours, 9 minutes because of rain and lightning. The race ended at 1:45 a.m. at EchoPark Speedway.
Blaney won the rst two stages but brushed the wall with 29 laps remaining, causing possible damage on his right side, after he was cut o by Wallace.
Blaney remained on the track despite telling his crew he felt a “terrible” vibration.
“I tried to make a move and just got loose and hit the fence,” Blaney said. “You know, I think it’s just concrete in the wheels and paint and stu like that, but luckily it still drove really decent. ... It wasn’t too bad. Luckily it wasn’t enough damage we couldn’t keep running.”
Blaney’s crew chief Jonathan Hassler said his team was able to view photos of the right side of the car and determine the best chance to win was to remain on the track.
“There were 30 cars on the lead lap at that point and not a lot of laps left,” Hassler said. ”Our best chance to win was to stay out there.”
Multiple drivers, including Kyle Larson, Chase Briscoe and Riley Herbst, were involved in a wreck with ve laps remaining to set up the overtime.
There had been concern about approaching rain before lightning within eight miles of the 1.54-mile oval track near Atlanta led NASCAR o cials to order cars o the track and advise fans to exit the grandstand. Rain began soon after the race was delayed. Following some caution laps and pit stops, the race went back to green at 12:02 a.m.
Blaney said he “took a nap and ate a little food” during the
delay. Larson said the resumption of the race a few minutes before midnight “is de nitely past my bedtime.”
Blaney won the pole, and his Team Penske teammate Joey Logano joined him on the front row. A third Team Penske driver, Austin Cindric, moved up to third early in the race for an early strong showing for the Fords.
Cup Series points leader Denny Hamlin, who quali ed 28th, nished 12th. Tyler Reddick was eighth.
Reddick, who won at EchoPark Speedway in February as part of his string of ve wins in the season’s rst nine races, quali ed only 31st on Saturday. By the 35th lap he already had moved up to fourth, proving early that he again would be a factor in Atlanta.
Clean start
The weather delay was the rst caution for cause in the race, a dramatic departure from the weekend’s rst race. There were a track-record 13 cautions in Saturday night’s O’Reilly Auto Parts Series race won by Justin Allgaier. That total included four red ag incidents, creating an omi-
nous preview for the Cup Series race.
The rst caution for an incident on the track in the Cup Series race came when AJ Allmendinger lost control of his Chevrolet with 67 laps remaining. Allmendinger blew a tire and hit the wall with 25 laps remaining to cause another caution.
Another strong start for Team Penske
Blaney’s Stage 1 win gave Team Penske Fords yet another strong start in Atlanta. Team Penske drivers have won Stage 1 in six of the last eight races at the track.
Blaney held o Reddick, who nished second in the rst stage after qualifying 31st.
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Ryan Blaney leads during a dominating NASCAR Cup Series win in Atlanta.
MIKE STEWART / AP PHOTO
Ryan Blaney celebrates after winning the NASCAR Cup Series race in Atlanta.
NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 26SP000002-830 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Latoya Allen (PRESENT RECORD OWNER(S): Latoya Allen) to Craig Shoemaker, Trustee(s), dated July 29, 2022, and recorded in Book No. 1794, at Page 1166 in Stanly County Registry, North Carolina. The Deed of Trust was modi ed by the following:
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quali ed as Administrator of the Estate of Alyssa Nicole Schoenewerk, late of 9749 Bethel Church Road, Locust, Stanly County, North Carolina, the undersigned does hereby notify all persons, rms and corporations having claims against the estate of said decedent to exhibit them to the undersigned c/o attorney Kelly Rains Jesson at 5821 Fairview Road, Suite 218, Charlotte, North Carolina, 28209, on or before October 1, 2026, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, rms and corporations indebted to the said estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This the 1st day of July, 2026 Francine Everett, Administrator of the Estate of Alyssa Nicole Schoenewerk Kelly Rains Jesson, Esq. Jesson & Rains, PLLC 5821 Fairview Road, Suite 218 Charlotte, NC 28209 26E000304-830 (For Publication: Dates 07/01/2026, 07/08/2026, 07/15/2026, 07/22/2026)
conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the o cers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being o ered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition are expressly disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or prior encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws. A deposit of ve percent (5%) of the purchase price,
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STANLY COUNTY NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having quali ed as EXECUTOR of the estate of MICHAEL J. SMITH, deceased, of Stanly County, North Carolina this is to notify all persons having claims against the Estate of said MICHAEL J. SMITH to present them to the undersigned on or before September 24, 2026, or the same will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said Estate please make immediate payment.
This the 24th day of June, 2026.
Executor: Ashley E. Smith 32 William Penn Avenue Pennsville, NJ 08070 Erin L. Basinger Attorney at Law PO Box 65 Albemarle, NC 28002 (704) 322-2800
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Having quali ed as Executor of the Estate of Rex Allen deceased, of Stanly County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against the Estate of said Rex Allen to present them to the undersigned on or before October 9, 2026 or the same will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said Estate please make immediate payment.
This the 8th day of July 2026 Lynsie Marie Allen 222 Gordon Street Norwood, NC 28128 Executor
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NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having quali ed as Administrator of the Estate of Glenn Dale Jackson, Jr. deceased, of Stanly County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against the Estate of said Glenn Dale Jackson, Jr. to present them to the undersigned on or before October 3, 2026 or the same will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said Estate please make immediate payment. This the 1st day of July 2026 Glenn Dale Jackson 4846 Turner Court Country Club Hills, IL 60478 Administrator
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NORTH CAROLINA STANLY COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK FILE NO. 25E000162-830 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having quali ed as Executor of the Estate of Marjorie Barden Jarrett deceased, of Stanly County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against the Estate of said Marjorie Barden Jarrett to present them to the undersigned on or before September 26, 2026 or the same will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said Estate please make immediate payment.
NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK FILE NO. 26E000194-830 NORTH CAROLINA STANLY COUNTY Having quali ed as Co-Administrators of the Estate of the late, MICHAEL TODD HOWELL, deceased, late of Stanly County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, rms and corporations having claims against the Estate of said deceased to exhibit them to the undersigned on or before October 1, 2026, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said Estate please make immediate payment. This the 1st day of July, 2026. Brandon Todd Howell 213 Kelty Ave. Norwood, NC 28128 Brandi Howell Talbert 1355 Hwy 109N Troy, NC 27371 Scarborough Law, PLLC Whitney T. Scarborough 107 A East Wade Street Wadesboro , NC 28170
This the 24th day of June 2026 Richard Alton Jarrett Jr. 754 Carneros Circle High Point, NC 27265 Executor
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Having quali ed as Administratrix of the Estate of James Ellis Covington deceased, of Stanly County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against the Estate of said Jame Ellis Covington to present them to the undersigned on or before October 9, 2026 or the same will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said Estate please make immediate payment. This the 8th day of July 2026 Loria Watkins 20088 Hurley Road Oakboro, NC 28129 Administratrix
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STANLY COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK FILE NO. 26E000334-830 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having quali ed as Executor of the estate of James Floyd Walton, Jr. deceased, of Stanly County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against the Estate of said James Floyd Walton, Jr. to present them to the
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‘Heartstopper Forever,’ ‘Lucky,’ ‘Marc by So a,’ Steve Lacy
Will Ferrell plays golf in “The Hawk” on Net ix
The Associated Press
A NEW ALBUM from Steve Lacy and the conclusion of the “Heartstopper” series are some of the new television, lms, music and games headed to a device near you.
Also, among the streaming o erings worth your time this week, as selected by The Associated Press’ entertainment journalists: “Lucky,” which stars Anya Taylor-Joy, the game “D-topia” and “The Hawk,” which stars Will Ferrell as a gol ng great well past his prime.
NEW MOVIES TO STREAM
Net ix’s popular series “Heartstopper” concludes with a feature lm nale, “Heartstopper Forever,” streaming Friday on Net ix. The lm, written by “Heartstopper” creator and graphic novelist Alice Oseman, follows the Season 3 ending in which Nick Nelson (Kit Connor) and Charlie Spring (Joe Locke) take their relationship to a new level. New challenges await, though, as Nick considers what university he’ll attend.
So a Coppola pro les fashion designer Marc Jacobs in “Marc by So a” (Thursday on HBO Max). The lm, largely shot as Jacobs prepares to unveil a ready-to-wear collection, marks a documentary rst for Coppola, the lmmaker of “Lost in Translation” and “The Bling Ring.” Christian Petzold’s “Miroirs No. 3” (Mubi on Friday), one of the standouts of the rst half of 2026, is about a piano student (Paula Beer) who, following a car accident, rehabilitates in the rural home of an older woman (Barbara Auer) who lives near where the crash happened. In his review, AP Film Writer Jake Coyle called the lm “beguiling and restorative.”
MUSIC TO STREAM
In 2022, he was inescapable. Lacy’s “Bad Habit” was a hit, anchored by its surprising — and addictive — self-e acing
AMENDED NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 25SP000027-830
Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Toriano Adaryll Thomas (PRESENT RECORD OWNER(S): Toriano Adaryll Thomas) to Connie E. Josey, Trustee(s), dated January 11, 2017, and recorded in Book No. 1593, at Page 386 in Stanly County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the promissory note secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the O ce of the Register of Deeds Stanly County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will o er for sale at the courthouse door in Albemarle, Stanly County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 11:00 AM on July 22, 2026 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in Albemarle in the County of Stanly, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: Lying and being in the City of Albemarle, Stanly County, North Carolina, on the northeast side of Bird Road, and being more particularly described as follows:
hook: “I wish I knew you wanted me.” On Friday, the alt-R&B talent, formerly of the group the Internet, will release a new album titled “Oh yeah?” It’s a pop progression, from the dreamy collaboration with SZA, “Is It Cool?” to the ambitious “The Feeling.”
BEGINNING at an existing bent iron pipe in the eastern right-of-way of Bird Road at the intersection of Woodhurst Lane, and from said point of BEGINNING thence with the right-of-way of Bird Road, N. 41-43-01 W.
200.00 feet to an existing iron pipe in an old lot line; thence N. 41-43-09 W. 137.37 feet to a set iron rebar in the right-of-way of Bird Road, a corner of Lowe’s Home Center, Inc. (Map Book 17, Page 409); thence with the line of Lowe’s Home Center, Inc., N. 48-16-12-E. 250.00 feet to an existing iron pipe; thence turning and running with the line of Lowe’s Home Center, Inc. S. 41-42-59 E. 22.12 feet to an existing bent iron pipe; thence with the line of South Central Oil Company, Inc. (Deed Book 374, Page 341), S. 41-46-12 E. 115.18 fee to an existing iron pipe, in the old lot line; thence continuing with the line of South Central Oil Company, Inc., S. 41-4113 E. 248.37 feet to an existing bent iron pipe in the right-of-way of Woodhurst Lane; thence turning and running with the right-ofway of Woodhurst Lane along a curve with a radius of 664.32 feet and an arc distance of 30.39 feet, a chord bearing of S. 57-22-03 W. 30.39 feet to an existing bent iron pipe; thence continuing with Woodhurst Lane S. 56-56-18 W. 152.37 feet to an existing iron pipe; thence continuing with Woodhurst Lane S. 64-45-47 W. 72.30 feet to the point of BEGINNING, containing 2.095 acres (91,269 square feet) and being a portion of the property conveyed to Larry McDowell Construction, Inc. by deed recorded in Book 564, Page 977, Stanly County Registry, all as shown on map entitled “A Physical Survey
The Colombian Canadian artist Lido Pimienta is no stranger to pushing boundaries; it is why she is frequently compared to Björk and Natalia Lafourcade in equal measure. On Friday she will release “Caribenya,” a portmanteau of “Caribe” and the elusive Irish singer
of PID#655803212920 on Bird Road, the Larry McDowell Construction Inc. Property”, dated July 2, 2016 and prepared by On Point Surveying, PLLC, Marshville, NC, under the supervision of Justin McKeon, PLS# 4739. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 1355 Bird Road and 1349 Bird Road, Albemarle, North Carolina.
Trustee may, in the Trustee’s sole discretion, delay the sale for up to three hours as provided in N.C.G.S. §45-21.23.
Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the excise tax, as well as the court costs of Forty-Five Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by N.C.G.S. §7A-308(a)(1). Should the property be purchased by a third party, 31 CFR 1031.320 requires certain qualifying residential real estate transactions to be reported to the federal government. If you are the successful bidder in this proceeding, you may be required to provide all applicable identifying information about yourself and, if applicable, any entity or trust purchasing the property. The property to be o ered pursuant to this notice of sale is being o ered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the o cers, directors,
“‘Miroirs No. 3’ is beguiling and restorative.”
Jake Coyle, AP lm writer
“Enya.” The title should provide a framework in which to experience this work: It’s at the intersection of her cumbia and DIY roots, as well as her ever-expanding, anti-colonial sonic experimentations.
SERIES TO STREAM
Robert Irwin won Season 34 of “Dancing with the Stars,” and now he’s the host of “The Next Pro,” where 12 dancers compete to be a pro in its next season. Mark Ballas, a three-time Mirrorball champ, is a judge alongside his mother, Shirley Ballas, winner of many Latin dance competitions and renowned instructor and British TV personality. A third spot at the judges’ table will feature rotating guests
attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being o ered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition are expressly disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or prior encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws. A deposit of ve percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certi ed funds at
including Derek Hough, Witney Carson and Jenna Johnson. The show is streaming now on Hulu. What would you do if you had a winning lottery ticket that you couldn’t cash in? Taylor-Joy plays Lucky, a con artist with that conundrum in a new Apple TV series of the same name. The winnings would give Lucky a chance at a new life, but both the feds and her crime boss are on her trail. Reese Witherspoon, who chose the novel for her book club in 2021, is an executive producer. The rst two episodes are now streaming. Ferrell plays Lonnie Hawkins, No. 1 golfer — of 2004. Present day though, the wear and tear of years on the course is showing. His ex-wife and son, golf’s latest hotshot, think the game is over and he should retire. Lonnie refuses to go out as anything but great — he’s just got to win one more major to complete a career Grand Slam. Molly Shannon, Jimmy Tatro, Fortune Feimster, Luke Wilson and Chris Parnell round out the cast. “The Hawk” premieres Thursday on Net ix.
VIDEO GAMES TO PLAY
“Culdcept Begins” represents the return of a cult classic that’s been absent from consoles for too long. It’s a mashup of two popular kinds of tabletop games. One is a board game, like Monopoly, in which you roll dice, move and claim property. The other is a collectible card game, like Magic: The Gathering, in which you use your deck to summon creatures, cast spells or deploy weapons. If you land on a space that an opponent has already claimed, the battle is on. With ever-changing boards and more than 400 cards, you can indulge in a challenging solo campaign or play online against friends. Cut the deck Thursday on Switch. “D-topia” looks like it might be a nice place to live. After all, it’s a place where “life is curated by arti cial intelligence to maximize happiness.” But machines break down sometimes, and your job as a facilitator is to x them. You may run into some human residents who aren’t entirely happy in this mellow but bland town. And once you discover the hidden “Block Side,” you may reveal some unsavory secrets. Publisher Annapurna Interactive describes it as “a calm, yet thought-provoking journey” in which your choices may lead to joy or despair. Check in on PlayStation 5, Xbox X/S, Switch or PC.
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Director So a Coppola, left, and designer Marc Jacobs pose for photographers on the red carpet for the lm “Marc by So a” during the 82nd Venice Film Festival in 2025.
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Anya Taylor-Joy portrays a con artist in “Lucky” on Apple TV.
