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Heritage Day returns to Oak Ridge Town Park Pie baking and beard contests are new events at third-annual festival from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. this Saturday, Sept. 29, at Town Park on Linville Road by CHRIS BURRITT OAK RIDGE – An annual Heritage Day celebration in Oak Ridge is expanding activities in its third year, adding contests for amateur pie bakers and men with real beards. The Town-sponsored festival wraps up Oak Ridge’s Historical Heritage Month. The Town is also celebrating its 20th anniversary this year, leading organizers of
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IN THIS ISSUE Water study online......................3 Your Questions ............................4 Peace UMC Marker Dedication.. 8 Bits & Pieces/Business Notes .....9 Crime/Incident Report ............. 10 Community Calendar .............. 11 Student profiles ......................... 14 Grins & Gripes ........................... 16 Letters/Opinions ....................... 17 Classifieds ................................. 19 Index of Advertisers .................23 NWO on the Go! .......................24
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Re-enactors from the French and Indian, Revolutionary and Civil wars will again descend on Oak Ridge’s Town Park dressed in period clothing at the third annual Heritage Day on Sept. 29. | NWO file photo by Patti Stokes
Waterline exposed after torrential rains sweep in from Hurricane Florence One lane of highway closed; water pressure may be lower while repairs are underway by STEVE MANN STOKESDALE – One lane of a segment of U.S. 158 is closed and residents on the town’s water system are told they may experience lower water pressure this week while a bypass
for a section of the Town’s waterline along U.S. 158 West is completed, officials say. The bypass is being created because of the waterline being exposed and in danger of breaking after torrential rains from the remnants of Hurricane Florence eroded a steep bank. The work began Wednesday and could take about five days, said Gene Robertson of Yates Construction Co. One lane of U.S. 158 between the
intersection of U.S. 158 at N.C. 65 and Kelly Lee Drive will be closed while the work is in progress. “If everything goes smooth, in five days we’re gone,” Robertson said. “But, there is a threat of rain for two or three days – hopefully, it will get done in a timely fashion.” The Stokesdale Town Council called an emergency meeting
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Feasibility study for regional water system available online Towns of Oak Ridge and Summerfield posted Timmons Group’s feasibility study on their websites, giving the public its first look at 147 pages of preliminary analysis of proposed regional water system by CHRIS BURRITT Residents of northwest Guilford are getting their first detailed look at a preliminary feasibility study for a proposed water system costing more than $50 million, or initially $90 a month for homeowners in Oak Ridge, Summerfield and Stokesdale. The towns of Oak Ridge and Summerfield posted the 147-page report on their websites in the past week. Timmons Group, the consultant paid $175,000 to prepare the report, submitted the document to town managers Bill Bruce of Oak Ridge and Scott Whitaker of Summerfield as well as Stokesdale Mayor John Flynt and Marty Lawing, Guilford County’s manager. Unincorporated areas of the county in the vicinity of U.S. 29 would potentially be served by the water system. Leaders in in the towns and the county have said they plan to review findings of the study to determine whether to continue exploring a regional water system. “The next step for Summerfield and the other jurisdictions is to decide if we want to pursue further study of the area’s groundwater supply and a preliminary engineering report” for North Carolina environmental regulators, Whitaker said. The public got its first look at the
preliminary feasibility study Sept. 6. A presentation of the study by Timmons at the Oak Ridge Town Hall drew a skeptical reaction from Oak Ridge, Summerfield and Stokesdale elected officials, who have concerns about the costs of a regional water system that would require borrowing money or issuing bonds. Customers would pay for their water consumption, covering operating costs for the system and repaying debt and loans. Details of the study weren’t discernable during Timmons’ PowerPoint presentation, leaving Summerfield Mayor Gail Dunham and other leaders asking for hard copies of the report so they can peruse particulars of costs and other estimates. In its executive summary of the report, Timmons said a geological evaluation indicated there’s enough groundwater in northwest Guilford for individual towns to build their own water systems. It described that approach as “one of the least expensive ways a regional water system may originate.” “As growth occurs and it makes sense, the systems could be interconnected,” the study said. It added that N.C. 150 would be “the most logical path for an interconnecting waterline for the regional system.” The study listed about 50 subdivisions as “priority areas” for supplying water in the first five years that a regional water system would operate. Among them are Birkhaven, Henson Farms and Henson Forest in Summerfield and Stonehenge and Oak Ridge Plantation in Oak Ridge. Building a regional water system to reach 8,500 potential customers would cost about $52.4 million in the first five years, the study said. It estimated that customers would pay about $91
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Why are flashing signs (warning about the appropriate speed limits) not located in the school zone at Stokesdale Elementary, on N.C. 68 or U.S. 158?
The excessive speeding on those roads (even when school is closed) is ridiculous and it doesn’t change when school begins.
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NCDOT has confirmed flashing lights will be installed on U.S. 158 in Stokesdale Elementary’s school zone, although a date for the installation has not been confirmed.
highway and lights should be installed there. Mark Aldridge, DOT deputy division traffic engineer, confirmed the department will be installing flashing lights on the section of U.S. 158 that runs beside the school, although an exact date has not been confirmed.
Standard signing and marking for school zones is the responsibility of the Department of Transportation. After the Northwest Observer asked NCDOT about flashing lights near Stokesdale Elementary, a DOT representative confirmed the school is on a U.S.
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For what purpose can a special meeting be called, who in our northwest-area towns is authorized to call a special meeting, and how much notice must be given? According to UNC School of Government, a special meeting takes place at a time that differs from the regularly scheduled meetings the governing body holds. For example, in Summerfield the town council regularly meets the second Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. When the council meets at a time other than that, it would be considered a special meeting (unless it is an emergency meeting, which is rare). By state statute, a governing body must give 48-hour advance notice of a special meeting (via email, website, local media, public bulletin board, etc.) and the notice must specify the purpose of the meeting. The School of Government reminds public bodies not to discuss or take action on any matters not included in the scope of the special meeting notice. As to who is authorized to call a special meeting, according to N.C. Gen-
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eral Statute 160A-71, “The mayor, the mayor pro tempore, or any two members of the council may at any time call a special council meeting by signing a written notice stating the time and place of the meeting and the subjects to be considered. The notice shall be delivered to the mayor and each councilman or left at his usual dwelling place at least six hours before the meeting. Only those items of business specified in the notice may be transacted at a special meeting, unless all members are present or have signed a written waiver of notice.”
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WATERLINE EXPOSED Sept. 20 and voted 4-0 – with council member Bill Jones absent – to approve a $75,000 contract with Yates to install a permanent bypass of the exposed portion of waterline. “If that pipe were to crack and we lost water, I don’t know how long it would take to fix it,” Mayor John Flynt said during the emergency meeting. Pressurized water from the Town’s water tower would come out one side, and the feed from Winston-Salem would come out the other, he said. That would significantly erode the bank and possibly take out a portion of U.S. 158. After the bypass is completed, the N.C. Department of Transportation will shore up the eroded bank by pumping a fluid concrete mix into stacked fabric sacks to create a barrier. Robertson said the process is
...continued from p. 1 used in the mountains, but this will be the DOT’s first use in this area. That also will require closing one lane of U.S. 158. Flynt said he hopes part of the cost will be covered by the DOT or the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), since the damage that occurred was from Hurricane Florence. Stokesdale and Guilford County declared a state of emergency Sept. 11, which expired Sept. 19. Flynt said the county hasn’t been accepted as a state of emergency, “so there may or may not be funding.” The 20-foot exposure of the 8-inch waterline in front of 9025 U.S. 158 West near Troublesome Creek was discovered Sept. 17 by Scott Richardson, owner of the property. Richardson said a total of about nine inches of rain had fallen Sept. 15 and 16 as the
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Torrential rains from the remnants of Hurricane Florence eroded a steep bank along U.S. 158 West near Troublesome Creek, leaving a nearly 20-foot section of Stokesdale’s waterline exposed and in danger of breaking.
storm swept through. He said he called Town Hall after discovering the exposed waterline when he went out to pick up fallen tree limbs in his yard. “I knew it was going to be a mess,” Richardson said.
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Emergency Management. DOT had a couple of problems, Flynt said. Because Troublesome Creek is nearby, engineers said they might have to do an environmental study. And because of Hurricane Florence, much of the DOT’s manpower and equipment were headed to the eastern part of the state, so the job would have to be put out to bid. That could take weeks or months instead of days, Flynt said. However, Flynt said no special permits were required. “The state understands the severity of the situation and will work around the rules,” he said. A horizontal bore is being used to install the bypass. Just west of Richardson’s driveway, a bore punched down and is running an average depth of about 8 feet deep with 10-inch high-density polyethylene pipe. The current PVC waterline is about 16 feet off U.S. 158 and four feet deep. The 300-foot bypass will veer away from the slope to within about four feet of U.S. 158 – avoiding three major cables – and will come back up and hook into the current line near Kelly Lee Drive, Robertson said. It will require the waterline between Croft and Kelly Lee drives be shut
down for about eight hours to do the tie-ins at each end and chlorination. That will affect only two residences, Alisa Houk, the town clerk/finance officer, said Tuesday. The rest of the town will have water, but there will be lower pressure, she said. Robertson said the bypass will move the waterline out of the DOT’s way for rebuilding the bank and the future widening of U.S. 158. The line wasn’t installed in the slope of the bank about 15 years ago when Yates put in the original waterlines and Robertson said U.S. 158 was widened by a foot on each side at least twice, but the DOT did nothing about the slope. “You put more weight on the edge and it just drops away,” he said. “It’s eroded back to that now, and it’s not going to get any better.”
A fire hose will be run between the two hydrants in the area, with ramps over the lines that cross driveways and roads. The 4-inch diameter of the hose will cut the water capacity, so the Town would probably be put on emergency notice with water restrictions, he said.
Council member Tim Jones asked during the emergency meeting if it
would be beneficial to shut off the waterline at night and let the end of the system near the county line run off the feed from Winston-Salem, with the rest of the Town drawing off the tank. He also suggested bypassing the altitude valve to fill the water tank completely instead of the usual 70 percent. Flynt said Sunday he had checked with numerous officials and was told neither is workable. He said a pump is needed to fill the tank completely, and shutting off the waterline at night might cause a significant increase of pressure as the tank is trying to fill up when the water is turned back on. That could blow out the joints in the PVC pipe, he said.
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Todd Gauldin, Stokesdale’s fire chief, said the fire department would use a water-shuttle operation that firefighters are trained on and area fire departments that run mutual aid with Stokesdale would be notified that the water system could not be used for fire protection. “One concern is, if something happens to the road, we could have delayed response times because we would have to take different routes,” Gauldin said. “We would also have to notify all agencies we partner with.”
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Oktoberfest | Kernersville Oktoberfest will be held Saturday, Oct. 6, from 3-6 p.m. on the lawn at Körner’s Folly, 413 S. Main St. in downtown Kernersville. Tickets are $35 each; you must be 21 or older to attend. Each ticket includes craft beer tastings and food tastings (local restaurants will donate delicious small bites – available while supplies last), a souvenir tasting glass, and a house tour of historic Körner’s Folly. Event proceeds will go to the Körner’s Folly Foundation and be used to preserve and restore Körner’s Folly. To purchase tickets (which have sold out the past six years), or for more info, visit www.kornersfolly.org/event/kernersvilleoktoberfest.
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Donate items for those affected by Florence
Area businesses, schools and churches are partnering to help victims of Hurricane Florence by collecting donated items for families and individuals affected by the impacts of Hurricane Florence, which made landfall Sept. 14 in the southeastern region of North Carolina. Donations and supplies are being collected throughout the county in numerous locations until Oct. 5. Items of need identified by residents in impacted areas of southeastern North Carolina include: • Canned & non-perishable food items • T-Shirts, socks, sweat pants and shoes • Bottled water • Personal hygiene items (toothpaste/toothbrush, deodorant, shampoo, soap, etc.) • Batters/fashlights • Infant supplies (formula/diapers) • Senior supplies (adult diapers, underwear, pads) • Toilet paper & moist towelettes • Manual can openers • Tarps • Large shovels and muck forks • Large trash bags • Latex gloves • Bleach • Safety vests • Duct tape • Wood • Hand sanitizer • Gas cards In northwest and northern Guilford County, donated items may be dropped off during hours of operation at: • Leonard Recreation Center, 6324 Ballinger Road, Greensboro • Lewis Recreation Center, 3110 Forest Lawn Drive, Greensboro • Northern Guilford High School, 7101 Spencer-Dixon Road, Greensboro • Northwest High School, 5240 NW School Rd., Greensboro • Rody’s Tavern, 5105 Michaux Road, Greensboro • DeVaney Dentistry, 1580 N.C. 68, Oak Ridge
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The Old Mill of Guilford on N.C. 68 hosted a 20 anniversary party for the Town of Oak Ridge on Sept. 22. Attendees were treated to live music, birthday cake and pottery-making demonstrations by David Cole of David Cole Pottery in Oak Ridge. th
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Homeowners would pay more in the early years, the study noted, because “the cost of starting infrastructure is high relative to the smaller, but growing customer base.”
share your opinion about the study: Oak Ridge residents can email Sandra Smith at ssmith@oakridgenc.com or call Oak Ridge Town Hall at (336) 644-7009; for Summerfield residents, call Summerfield Town
Hall at (336) 643-8655 or email clerk@summerfieldgov.com; Stokesdale residents can email Stokesdale@stokesdale.org or call Stokesdale Town Hall at (336) 643-4011.
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NORTHWEST GUILFORD Johnny Pagano, varsity football by STEWART MCCLINTOCK From being a member of the Northwest Vikings varsity football and basketball teams to playing the guitar, Johnny Pagano is always striving to improve. Pagano spent his first two years of high school at Bishop McGuinness and
quickly became involved at Northwest after transferring to the school in his junior year.
On the subject of football, Northwest has had three tough losses in a row after starting the season on a perfect 3-0 and Pagano said the team is working hard to get back on track. “If we get some wins here coming up and finish out the season strong, we’ll be fine and we’ll be right where we want to be,” he said.
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Aside from playing sports, Pagano maintains good grades and is a member of the Guitar Club. He also volunteers for Gillespie Park Pals, where he spends time reading with students at Gillespie Elementary. Music is a big part of Pagano’s life and he regularly has gigs which give him an opportunity to sing country music and play his guitar. He recently performed at Salemtowne Retirement Community in Winston-Salem, where he played about 15 country songs for the retirees there, and performed at Craft and Vine in Oak Ridge Commons Shopping Center.
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Q: What is your favorite memory at Northwest? A: “In football, it would have to be our double overtime victory at home this year against Southeast Guilford. Our crowd was awesome, we played together and it was a huge overtime win. Outside of sports, my best memory at Northwest would be all the close friendships I’ve made. I really like the people here.” Q: Who is your favorite athlete? A: “Doug Flutie. He’s undersized and I love his scrambling ability and his heart. I love watching his highlights.”
Q: Do you have any pre-game rituals? A: “I always listen to the song ‘Simple Man’ by Lynyrd Skynyrd.” Q: Favorite food? A: “Pizza. I’m Italian. Got to be pizza!” Q: What are your plans after graduating? A:”Still deciding. I’d really like to play sports in college. If that doesn’t work out, I plan on going to Appalachian State.” Q: What would your dream job be? A: “To be a professional country music singer.” Q: Do you have any siblings at Northwest? A: “My little brother Cosie is a sophomore. He plays football, basketball and baseball here.” Q: Have you won any awards? A: “Last year, as a junior I was named Metro 4-A HSXtra.com All-Conference in basketball. My sophomore year at Bishop McGuinness, I was named Northwest 1-A HSXtra.com Honorable mention in basketball.”
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NORTHERN GUILFORD Tyler Flippen, varsity football by STEWART MCCLINTOCK Northern Guilford senior quarterback Tyler Flippen is a leader for the Nighthawks both on and off the field. He has been a member of the varsity team for four years and has been the starting quarterback since his sophomore year. In Flippen’s junior year, however, he suffered multiple injuries and was on the sidelines for most of the season. This year he’s back and completely healthy – and it shows. He’s helped the Nighthawks win their last two games, and contributed to a 4-1 overall record to start the year. On the significance of the recent victories, Flippen said, “Winning two in a row is a big deal for us as a team, because it gives us momentum going into this week’s game with Northeast Guilford. Northeast is going to be a tough opponent, and is a big game for the rest of the season and how our record ends up in conference.”
Besides football, Flippen plays on the Nighthawks’ lacrosse team in the spring, is an active member of Fellowship of Christian Athletes, and also volunteers with the Northern Guilford Youth Football and Cheer organization. After graduating, Flippen hopes to play football at a university that is strong in both football and academics.
A: “I run a 4.5 in the 40-yard dash.”
A: “Other than sports, I like to hang out with my family and friends. I live a pretty relaxed, easy-going life.”
Q: What are your team goals for the season?
Q: Have you received any awards?
A: “Win conference, and then take it one week at a time and win one game at a time.”
A: “My sophomore year I was named Honorable-mention HSXtra.com All-Area by the News and Record for my quarterback play.”
Q: What do you enjoy doing in your spare time?
On a side note, we asked Tyler Flippen these questions...
Q: Who is your favorite athlete? A: “Tim Tebow. I grew up watching him at Florida and his journey through life inspires me not only to be the best I can be on the field, but also off the field; he is a great role model.” Q: What would your dream job be?
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A: “My dream job would probably be to play in the NFL, because I would be doing what I love and also inspiring kids to reach for their dreams.”
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GRINS to... After publishing a Grin in last week’s issue, we received a call from a member of the Anders family, who for the last several years has leased property in Oak Ridge from Frank Whitaker. We apologize that we trusted the reader who submitted the Grin to be accurate in what he wrote, but have since learned he had intentionally and falsely given credit to Oak Ridge resident Billy Newman for being involved with caring for the property. The following response was offered by the Anders family: “We want to thank the person making the grin for how we keep the Whitaker farm. However, Billy Newman has never been a part of our family farm operation. Our right-hand man for the Whitaker farm has been Frank Whitaker, the former owner. Frank did not just lease us the farm, he helped mow and trim between trees and under the limbs where we cannot reach with
our larger equipment. His foresight and stewardship created what we are proud to maintain. Thanks again for the kind words.” Gov. Roy Cooper for showing exceptional crisis management skills and much compassion during Hurricane Florence. Good man. The two guys who pulled me out of the ditch Sept. 19 on Gideon Grove Church Road when I got stuck after rescuing a turtle. You rock! Kyle and Anna Smythe, owners of the Charles Benbow House in Oak Ridge, for their hospitality in opening their beautiful and historic home to the community for last week’s lawn party. Truly generous! The gentleman who paid for my breakfast at the Reidsville Bojangles’ drive-thru today. Random acts of kindness are wonderful in today’s society. Domino’s Pizza in Oak Ridge for being a great supporter of our township
The 9U Triad Cardinals for a miraculous comeback from being down 20-0 to win the Dynasty Sports Autumn Classic Championship game 22-21. So proud of all the players and coaches! The wonderful people who organized the lawn party at the Benbow house this past weekend. The charming historic house was the perfect location for a lovely evening filled with great music, enjoyable people and delicious snacks! Dr. Fuller at Kings Crossing Animal Hospital for the compassion shown to us this week when we lost our dear sweet pet. She went above and beyond the call of duty to be there for us.
GRIPES to... People who can’t read a “Road Closed” sign and get mad when they have to turn around. The City of Summerfield for replacing one hideous sound wall with another. What a waste of money and an eyesore. Editor’s note: The noise barrier walls you are referring to, placed at either side of the Elmhurst Estates neighborhood on U.S. 220, were selected and installed by North Carolina Department of Transportation, not the Town
of Summerfield. But for what it’s worth, I agree – the new walls are even less attractive than the original walls which were installed in 2016 and recently taken down because of defects detected soon after their installation. The retired Army captain (in last week’s Gripes). I’m sure during your career you stood at attention and saluted the flag when the anthem was played. Bet you never kneeled or you would be a retired private now, not a captain. Mayor Gail Dunham for supporting a change in Summerfield’s form of government from manager-council to mayor-council. Why? Does she want more power? Drivers of heavy equipment who show zero respect or concern for surrounding families when traveling at unreasonable rates of speed through our subdivision. The smug back slapping of Guilford County Schools and their cheerleaders in the media. WGHP’s “What’s Right With Our Schools” and WFMY’s “Celebration of Excellence” are pathetic attempts to convince you we’re well educated. Truth? We’re 27th in the world. The Army captain defending millionaire athletes disrespecting our national anthem. He forgot to mention the part where he swore to bear true faith and allegiance to the same. It seems that
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would include the flag and the national anthem. People who think they’re exempt from state laws prohibiting aerial fireworks. You’re not entertaining or fun or cool. You’re disruptive and inconsiderate. You can also be fined up to $500 if you’re caught. Those griping about closings for weather. Prepping for a storm and closing businesses/schools would have saved lives if this storm had been worse. Time off allowed us to help others in need. Be thankful all you got was a drizzle. Captain Gripe, whose officer oath was only to uphold the Constitution. How many times in the military did you
take a knee with our national anthem or flag? No, Captain, your oath contained both unwritten requirements and expectations. The person who grinned about kids riding their motorbikes/ATVs respectfully/ responsibly down W. Harrell Rd. in Oak Ridge. Last time I checked it was illegal to ride motorbikes/ATVs on the road, so let’s talk about parents’ responsibilities. The Northwest Observer readers who abuse their privileges by sending in false information or making reckless statements under the guise of an anonymous grin/gripe, while leaving the paper’s editor/owner to bear the responsibility for them.
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Despite friction, Summerfield is a great place to live Summerfield is a fantastic place to live. I am in no way attempting to ignore the friction that is happening in our town. There are issues that run deep and need resolving, and fences that desperately need mending. I simply want to point out some things I love about this little town. I can buy amazing, homegrown vegetables from several neighbors who trust me enough to not be present when I pay. Summerfield has grand old homes from the late 1800s and trees that are twice as old.
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ally listen to talented musicians. I can get fresh shrimp, world-class coffee and authentic Italian pizza from locals who know me by name. At Founders’ Day my “former parents” will stop me to chat about how their kids are doing (one of my favorite things in the world to hear). I can visit Dr. Wilson, Dr. Brown or Dr. Weston without leaving town. Summerfield Farms is a remarkable place that mixes farm and venue seamlessly. The greenway trailhead always beckons bikers and walkers to get moving. Many of the local firefighters grew up here and love this town as much as I do. What would you add to this list? I know it’s not perfect and it’s corny to say, but I love Summerfield. At times I get focused on the political tension and forget how blessed I am to live here. Maybe you feel the same way? David Layton, SUMMERFIELD
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posted on the town’s website. There is no cost to enter either contest.
Heritage Day to plan their biggest celebration yet.
Among the rules, professional bakers who earn a portion of their livelihood from baking cannot enter the contest. No “artificial or applied” beards are allowed.
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Re-enactors from three wars – the French and Indian, Revolutionary and Civil – will descend on Oak Ridge’s Town Park along with characters in period clothing. Exhibits of farm machinery and equipment and household items, along with demonstrations of blacksmithing and pottery making, will harken back to the old days.
Beards will be judged in categories such as longest and most distinguished. Winners will get prizes – but no pies.
Two bands, Robert Tilley and the Hard Times Band and Barely Upright, will play live music and the Old Dominion Cloggers will perform. Vendors will sell food and old-fashioned arts and crafts, antiques and repurposed items. A tractor-pulled ride, old-fashioned games and activities for kids are also planned. “Heritage Day gets bigger and better every year,” said Oak Ridge Town Clerk Sandra Smith, who led the introduction
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Exhibits of farm machinery and household items, along with demonstrations of blacksmithing, pottery making and tobacco curing will be offered at Heritage Day on Sept. 29.
of Heritage Day three years ago. With the pie baking and beard contests, Smith said, “We are trying to bring back some of the heritage of the town.”
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Contestants in both competitions can register in advance at Town Hall, online at www.oakridgenc.com or at the 20th Anniversary booth at the festival Saturday. Entry forms and rules are
“All pies become property of the 20th Anniversary Committee,” according to rules posted online. Slices may be sold at Heritage Day or donated to the Oak Ridge Fire Department, with any proceeds going to the town’s Special Events Committee, Smith said.
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ANNUAL BRUNSWICK STEW SALE Saturday, Oct. 13, at Gideon Grove UMC. Stew will be ready for pickup at 1 pm behind the church, 2865 Gideon Grove Church Road, Stokesdale. Orders may be placed by calling Laura Harrell at (336) 643-6042. Leave your name, phone number and number of quarts ordered. Cost is $7.00 per quart.
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FALL BAZAAR, Sat., Sept. 29, 7am-2pm at Liberty Wesleyan Church, 15303 US highway 158, Summerfield. Breakfast/lunch served. Yard sale, bake sale, silent auction and misc. craft items.
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PEARMAN QUARRY HAULING Fill dirt, gravel, sand rock, mulch & more. Joel Richardson, (336) 803-2195. GAULDIN TRUCKING, grading & hauling, bobcat work, lot clearing, driveways, fill dirt, gravel, etc. (336) 362-1150. BRAD’S BOBCAT & HAULING SVCS. LLC Debris removal, grading, gravel/dirt, driveways, concrete work. (336) 362-3647. ANTHONY’S GRADING & HAULING Excavating, land clearing, demolition, dirt. available. Zane Anthony, (336) 362-4035.
LAWNCARE / LANDSCAPING ARBOR MASTERS TREE SERVICE Total tree removal, storm damage cleanup, shrub and tree pruning. Bobcat work and more. Free estimates. Licensed & insured. Call Joe at 643-9157. FAY'S LAWNCARE & LANDSCAPING Complete landscape maintenance & hardscaping. Tree work. Reasonable & honest. Call Taylor, (336) 458-6491. DELIMA LAWNCARE Free estimates. Licensed & insured. (336) 669-5210. CORE AERATING. You seed or I will do the full job; seeding & fertilization. Now scheduling for October. Steve's Lawn Care, (336) 264-9082. CUTTING EDGE LAWNCARE. Affordable. Dependable. Mowing, aeration, leaf removal and more! Please call anytime for free estimate, (336) 706-0103. CAROLINA STUMP & TREE SERVICE Complete tree service, $1 million liability, workman’s comp. Rick & Judy, (336) 643-9332. www.carolinaStumpAndTreeServices.com. STOKESDALE LAWN Mowing & weed-eating. $45 minimum. (336) 423-2451.
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STEVE NEWMAN TREE SERVICE. Free est. Lic./Ins. 30 yrs. exp. Bucket truck & chipper, total cleanup. Selective thinning & lot clearing. 24-hr. ER. (336) 643-1119. BUSH-HOGGING. Call (336) 707-2272 for estimates. WILSON LANDSCAPING, INC. Lawn maint, landscaping. Irrigation/ landscape contractor. Hardscaping & landscape lighting. 26 years exp. (336) 399-7764. SOUTHERN CUTS LAWN CARE, complete lawn maintenance services. 13 years experience. Nathan Adkins, (336) 500-1898. COLFAX LAWNCARE Core aeration & seeding. Fertilizing, mowing, trimming, pine needles. Complete lawn care maintenance. Res./comm. Fully insured. Serving the Triad for 28 years. (336) 362-5860. AREA STUMP DUMP. Yard waste, concrete, etc. Fill dirt avail. (336) 602-5820. ALL-SEASON STUMP GRINDING. Owner Alan Winfree. Free est. Call (336) 382-9875. GUZMAN LANDSCAPE & MAINTENANCE Pine needles, mulch, leaf removal, tree pruning, complete lawn maint. (336) 655-6490. ORTIZ LANDSCAPING, complete lawn care. Trimming, cleaning, planting & mulch, gutter cleaning, patios & pavers, waterfalls, retaining walls, sidewalks, stonework. Residential and commercial. (336) 280-8981. AQUA SYSTEMS IRRIGATION. Quality irrigation systems. NC licensed contractor. We service all systems. Free estimates. (336) 644-1174.
MASONRY SOUTHERN STYLE concrete & landscapes. How about a new patio or fire pit? We can help with all of your outdoor living and entertainment spaces! Fire pits, driveways & sidewalks, patios and more! Give us a call at (336) 399-6619 for all your concrete and landscape needs.
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MISC. SERVICES & PRODUCTS ON EAGLE'S WINGS residential home design/drafting. Call Patti, (336) 605-0519. GRILLS, FIRE PITS, tankless water heaters. General home repairs. Call Don Hill, (336) 643-7183.
PAINTING & DRYWALL CINDY’S PAINTING Interior painting, wallpaper removal. References & free estimates available. (336) 708-9155. CARLOS & SON PAINTING, interior & exterior. Free est., lic./ins. (336) 669-5210. PAINTING – INTERIOR & EXTERIOR 32 yrs. exp. Sheetrock repair. No job too small. Insured. Brad Rogers, (336) 314-3186. STILL PERFECTION PAINTING Reliable, skilled, affordable. Painting, pressure washing, handyman services. Scott Still, (336) 462-3683, stillperfectionpainting.com. LAWSON'S PAINTING. Custom decks, pressure washing, boat docks, block fill, wood repair, stain work, textured ceilings, sheetrock repair. Call (336) 253-9089.
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PLUMBING WEBSTER & SONS PLUMBING, Inc. (336) 992-2503. Licensed, insured, bonded. 24/7 service. Plumbing, drain cleaning, well pumps. Give us a call, we do it all! Go to www.webstersplumbing.com for more info.
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ORTIZ REMODELING – Total restoration & home improvement. Drywall, painting, kitchen cabinets, interior trim & more. Free estimates. (336) 280-8981.
PERSIMMON PULP, pudding and more, (336) 816-3441 or (336) 996-3892.
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PRESSURE WASHING PRESSURE WASHING, gutter & window cleaning. Fully insured. Crystal Clear, www. windowcleaningnc.com (336) 595-2873. CUTTING EDGE PRESSURE WASHING Affordable. Dependable. Please call anytime for free estimate, (336) 706-0103.
REMODELING / CONSTRUCTION RENOVATION WORKS, INC. New construction, remodeling, additions, kitchen, bath and decks. We are a locally owned, full-service design and build company, A+ accredited with the BBB. Visit www.myrenovationworks.com or call (336) 427-7391 to start your next project.
DOUGLAS CONSTRUCTION & REMODELING, LLC. Custom Builder, sunrooms, garages, additions, kitchens baths. Licensed & Insured, BBB A+ accredited. Free est.. Visit www.douglascr.com or call (336) 413-5050. JLB REMODELING, INC. Remodeling and additions. Fully insured. NC GC license #69997. Free est. Call (336) 681-2902 or visit www.jlbremodeling.com.
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KEITH SMITH CONSTRUCTION 30 years experience. Specializing in room additions, kitchens & baths, garages, vinyl siding and windows, painting, ceramic tile, laminate, hardwood and linoleum floors, and remodeling of all kinds. No job too small. Free est. Call (336) 362-7469. BELEWS CREEK CONSTRUCTION Kitchens/baths, custom decks, garages, dock work, siding, windows, roofing, rotted wood. Sr. disc., 39 years exp. (336) 362-6343. HAMMERSMITH WOODWORKING LLC. Carpentry, custom cabinetry, built-ins, stairways, exterior & deck repairs. Over 30 years experience. Call Carlton, (336) 404-3002.
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Gated access with 24/7 camera surveillance 6705 US Hwy 158, Stokesdale • (336) 643-9963 (affiliated with Stokesdale Storage)
MISC. WANTED $$$ – WILL PAY CASH for your junk or wrecked vehicle. For quote, call (336) 552-0328. FREE PICK-UP of unwanted riding & push mowers, all gas items, tillers, go-carts & golf carts, ATVs, generators, power washers, chain saws and most grills. (336) 689-4167.
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A.L. CORMAN ROOFING INC. Res. roofing specialist serving Guilford Cty. area since 1983. BBB 25+ years w/ A+ rating. cormanroofinginc.com, (336) 621-6962.
WENDY COLLINS PET SITTING. Insured. 16 years experience. Parrots, cats and dogs. Follow me on Facebook. Call or text for more info. (336) 339-6845.
ROOFING. Best prices in town! Shingle and metal roofing. Top-notch quality. Res./comm., licensed & insured. Financing available. Belews Creek Construction, (336) 362-6343. KEITH SMITH CONSTRUCTION 30 years experience. Residential shingle & metal roofing. Free est. (336) 362-7469.
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CLINARD & SON ROOFING, LLC. Residential roofing, rubber flat roofs, roof coating, metal roofs. 30 years experience. Call (336) 643-8191 or (336) 580-3245.
RED RHINO ROOFING, based in Oak Ridge, NC. Storm damage specialist experienced with all types of roofing. BBB accredited A and listed with Angie’s List. Call (336) 944-6118, or visit redrhinoroofing.com.
LUXURY TOWNHOME FOR SALE. 3BR / 2.5BA, 1,640 sq. ft. 1-car garage on Fleming Rd., Greensboro 27410. $174,500. Qualified buyers only. Call (336) 402-9123.
LOTS FOR SALE. Southern Rockingham Cty. with Summerfield address. Bethany Elementary School. Large 2- to 4-acre home sites. Eight 10-acre estate sites. Beautifully wooded and open land with gentle terrain. Ponds, streams on some tracts. Now being offered at pre-development 20% discount prices. Call now to make appointment and reserve your future dream property. Tracts starting at $29,600. Two lots also available in N. Guilford Co. Call (336) 430-9507 anytime.
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Located in the heart of the Triad. Only 6 homes in neighborhood! 4-car garage – 2 on main & 2 on lower. Onelevel living + bonus room + unfinished basement! Hardwoods & tile. MBR w/sitting room. Fabulous sunroom & cook’s kitchen with 2 ovens & all new SS appliances! New roof in 2017 & HVAC within last 5 years!
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