By C arol B rooks freela N ce writer cab1hp@gmail.com
With little discussion, the Jamestown Planning Board again denied a request by Burkely Communities, LLC, to rezone 207, 209, 301 and 305 W. Main St. from Main Street (MS) and Commercial/Main Street Transitional (C/MST) to Conditional ZoningResidential/Main Street Transitional (CZ-R/MST).
Burkely proposes a development of up to 138 units of a multifamily residential community.
This is within both the West Main and Town Center Future Land Use designations and within walking distance to downtown shopping and entertainment.
The first denial was on Nov. 10, with Board members John Capes and Darlene Fete casting votes in
the affirmative and Robert Garland and Brant Gomez voting for denial. Board chair Hope Inge broke the tie with a no vote. Garland then asked to continue the public hearing until Dec. 8 but that meeting was canceled due to inclement weather.
Planning Director José Colón explained why the November vote was not final.
“A recommendation to approve or deny was not made at the November Planning Board hearing because the motion to recommend for approval did not get the sufficient votes,” Colón said. “At that time, the Board wanted more information from the applicant and that’s why the meeting was continued to a later date.”
Prior to the November meeting, Town staff reviewed the request and
recommended the Planning Board approve it.
Amanda Hodierne, authorized agent for the property, presented new details to the Board on behalf of the Burkely, which also operates Courtyard Commons across from the site and is constructing new buildings at Lennox Square next to the property.
“A slight change [in zoning] will get us where we’d like to go. Conditional Zoning is important,” she said. “It means conditional, specified, curated, narrowly tailored to put forth a case that’s appropriate with what we’ve offered and further curated and massaged with input from the community, Planning Board and eventually from Council.
“It’s a design-led project. That means we have a hypothesis about land use and we think intentional design, being very focused and careful about what it looks like is the key to making this work and keeping it appropriate for the area. A conditional request means it’s further refined, further restricted to narrow that world of opportunity to something that can be digestible and appropriate for the area.
Hawley named High Point Enterprise Citizen of the year
By norma B. dennis freela N ce writer ndworddesign@gmail.com
Imagine being surprised by a friend showing up at your house at 5:30 one morning showing you a newspaper story announcing you had been named High Point Enterprise Citizen of the Year. That is what happened to Lisa Hawley, owner of Southern Roots Restaurant in Jamestown.
The story was not about her entrepreneurship, however. It was all about Hawley’s caring heart, told through the eyes of Vicki Miller, who has witnessed Hawley time and again help others in need.
A personal interview with Hawley made it easy to understand the reason for the honor.
“If I cannot get something off my mind, I know that is God talking to me. That is my motivation to help others,” Hawley said. “I don’t think about it. I just do whatever God puts on my heart.”
lisa Hawley, second from left, and friends preparing hot meals for those affected by Hurricane Helene.
Miller’s first encounter with Hawley’s kindness was in the early 1990s when, as a teacher at Ferndale Middle School, she saw Hawley in tears in the school office. Hawley was distraught because she had learned her daughter’s classmate slept on a blanket on the floor.
Consumed with the need to help, Hawley got the child a mattress and over the years has initiated help for hundreds of other people. From finding a car for someone, to getting a washer and dryer for an older women, to providing a sofa to another, to obtaining items for
“Tonight we’ll give a better job of showing what the vision is, what it will look like and more specifics on the input and info that a transportation study will provide. And more understanding of our land use analysis. Why not more commercial or more mixed use?”
a homeless woman with five children, there is no need too big or too small for Hawley’s attention.
In 2013, after seeing school children wrap food in a napkin and put it in their pockets
In November, Hodierne showed some concepts of what she called mansionstyle buildings that would be constructed along West Main Street. These con-
see rezoning, Page 3
Budget Workshop
The Jamestown Town Council will hold the first Budget Workshop for the 2026-27 budget from 5 to 7 p.m. Jan. 22 in the Council Chambers at Town Hall, 301 E. Main St. The public is invited to attend.
The purpose of the meeting is for the Council to discuss ongoing capital improvement projects and the update to the Town’s Strategic Plan.
Look For the good
Everyone likes good news and the Jamestown News wants to print a column focused on sharing good things seen happening in the community.
To make the column work, you need to participate. Email ndworddesign@gmail.com with your observations of a person or group being helpful to others. Norma Dennis will print them on the fourth Wednesday of each month.
Have an event that you think needs to be included in About Town? Email Norma B. Dennis at ndworddesign@gmail.com or Carol Brooks at cab1hp@gmail.com
Parade winners recognized at January Rotary meeting
By norma B. dennis
freela N ce writer ndworddesign@gmail.com
Christmas 2025 has come and gone, but for many it is not forgotten. Jamestown Rotary Club members cel-
ebrated the occasion once more during a special meeting Jan. 13. Members and guests recognized four category winners of the Jamestown Christmas Parade. Before turning the meeting over to Martin Senell and Jamestown Mayor Susan Dickenson, Cliff Paddock, parade chair, thanked several participants who helped make the parade a success including parade committee members Donna Beasley and Randy Harris who took pictures of the various parade entries. Before and during the meeting, the pictures scrolled through on a screen at the end of the large meeting room at Jamestown Park Clubhouse.
Special guests also included Council members Pam Burgess and Jim Westmoreland, Major Dickenson, Town Manager Matthew Johnson and former Mayor Lynn Montgomery.
“Without the town’s support we could not have the parade,” Paddock said.
The highlight of the evening, of course, was the presentation of awards, which were accepted by representatives of the winning groups. Senell and Dickenson gave each winner a plaque acknowledging their accomplishment.
Haynes-Inman Education Center won Best Decorated Float; Sedgefield Outdoor Equipment, Best Decorated Vehicle; Blush by Jireh Dance Company, Best Holiday Performance; and Jamestown Middle School Cheerleaders, Best Holiday Spirit.
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Courtesy of Burkely Communities, LLC
photo of the proposed mansion-style buildings to front west main street.
File photos
lisa Hawley, fourth from the left, coordinated a meal with a toy distribution and gospel presentation for local families in Vilas, n.C. affected by Hurricane Helene.
see H awley, Page 2
martin senell, principal kevin Carr, representing Haynes-inman education Center, and susan dickenson – Best decorated Float.
Photos by Norma B. Dennis senell, sara kiger, representing sedgefield outdoor equipment, and dickenson – Best decorated Vehicle.
senell, a member of the Jamestown middle school Cheerleading team, dickenson – Best Holiday spirit.
From the Front
Who’s where for 2026 NASCAR Cup ranks
By rUssell sCHmidt raciN' with ruSS
Each year at this time, I reach into my trusty Santa bag of notes to determine who’s where and how I feel they’ll do with the chosen combo. Take some notes and we’ll compare results later in the season.
No. 42: John Hunter Nemechek will return behind the wheel of this Legacy Motorsports Toyota after a less than stellar 2025 season. The young driver finished just one point behind teammate Erik Jones while earning eight top 10 runs.
A 25th in final points is nothing to brag about, but enough to keep his job and I’d predict both drivers will perform better this season with the help of crew chief Travis Mack.
Sponsors Dollar Tree and PyeBarker Fire & Safety should help, especially with the new addition of sponsor Rexel signing checks
No. 43: Erik Jones returns for his sixth year with Legacy Motorsports after just five top 10 runs, yet led just 11 laps on the season. Perhaps a new crew chief as yet to be named will be replacing Ben Beshore. Advent Health is back plastered all over their Toyota
Camry race car. Dollar Tree and Massey Motor Freight are also helping the bottom line.
I’d say both Legacy team drivers are facing being replaced without a marked improvement.
No. 45: Tyler Reddick will return behind the wheel of this Toyota Camry after 14 top 10 finishes last season, yet a big goose egg in the win column. One DNF is commendable, but performance in NASCAR is based mainly on wins.
Not many other drivers drive well high on the racetrack like Reddick, Larson and Dinger. Monster Energy returns as the major sponsor along with McDonald’s, Jordan and Mobil 1 to name a few.
Owners Hamlin and Jordan have a lot of faith in their young driver to return to the winner’s circle and soon.
No. 47: Ricky Stenhouse is ready to slide behind the wheel of his No. 47 Chevy from Hyak Motorsports after a pretty dismal season with no wins and just three top 10 runs bringing the year’s journey to a lowly 30th place in points. Stenhouse and this team are surely capable of top 10 runs and this year will be more important than most to keep everyone employed.
Mike Kelley returns as crew chief with Sunny D and NOS Energy joining newcomer Chef Boyardee as sponsors for the newly wrapped livery.
Stenhouse’s specialty are the big tracks, so I’d expect good results there alongside some promising outings everywhere else.
QuIk BIts: Stats can be fun and coincidental sometimes. Such is the case while researching points positions for Toyota teammates Nemechek and Jones finishing just one point apart.in 24th and 25th. Over at the Ford shops of Todd Gilliland and Zane Smith, those two young lions also finished just one point apart back in 27th and 28th. Both Todd and Zane also had five top 10 runs for the season. Sounds consistent, but needs to be much higher in the standings by the end of the day.
From rumorville: Ford recently announced the coming of the NEW Mustang SC... What’s the SC you ask? Supercharger from the factory will be available, thereby allowing NASCAR to allow such a 5.2-liter V8 beast. Let the games begin. Reminds me of the Hemi days and the games started and enjoyed.
Looks like some new and old faces are being introduced to the track series, certainly to tighten up the competition. The first of the talented pair is a familiar name in NASCAR, Ricky Stenhouse Jr. The veteran racer will start a few truck races with Neice Motorsports No. 45 and major backer J.F. Electric is well on board for both races.
And Team Reaume signed rookie Luke Baldwin to a 12-race deal starting with the April 3rd race at Rockingham. Nineteen-year-old Baldwin is the grandson of the legendary ‘Tiger’ Tommy Baldwin, a legend among the NASCAR Modified ranks. The senior family leader helped me quite a bit when I started racing in the very competitive open wheel Modifieds in the 1990s.
That’s it for this week. For the next few months, I’ll bring you into some of the behind the scenes in the off season for NASCAR and other racing concerns from around the globe. Next week’s RWR will feature the eighth installment of Who’s Where for 2026 NASCAR Cup ranks.
If you have questions or comments, contact Russ at racinwithruss@gmail.com
GtCC to host four information sessions for Career and College Promise Program
Guilford Technical Community College will host four separate information sessions about its Career and College Promise Program for high school students. The first session kicks off Tuesday, Jan. 27 from 6 to 7 p.m. at the Koury Hospitality Careers building on its Jamestown campus (621 E. Main St., Jamestown, NC).
The presentations will provide information about the dual enrollment program for high school students along with information about the admissions process and qualifications for the program. Students and parents are invited to attend any of the free, hour-long events on its Jamestown Campus.
to take home for supper, she began the non-profit “Feeding Lisa’s Kids.”
What began as a ministry to feed 30 has turned into
• Tuesday, Jan. 27
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Career and College Promise offers North Carolina high school students the chance to earn college credits at a community college campus. The program is tuition-free for high school juniors and seniors. Students must have a cumulative unweighted GPA of 2.8.
GTCC offers two Career and College Promise Pathways: College Transfer and Career/Technical Education Pathways.
Within the College Transfer Pathways students can earn credits toward an associate degree in arts, science, fine arts, teacher educa-
tion, engineering, or nursing with college credit transferable to all UNC System institutions and many of North Carolina’s private colleges and universities.
The Career/Technical Education Pathway offers over 30 certificate and diploma programs including fire protection technology, criminal justice, culinary arts, medical office administration, early childhood education, aviation, welding, and more.
The GTCC Career and College Promise program is currently accepting applications for the fall 2025 semester.
For more information or to register for any session visit, visit.gtcc.edu.
Sarah Glanville Email: sglanville@jamestown-nc.gov Phone: (336) 454-1138
Jim Gibson Email: jgibson@jamestown-nc.gov
Phone: (336) 454-1138
Jim Westmoreland Email: jwestmoreland@jamestown-nc.gov Phone: (336) 454-1138
Town Manager Matthew Johnson Email: mjohnson@jamestown-nc.gov Phone:
one that provides food for 160 families a month. Donations from individuals and organizations help purchase food that is distributed on the first Wednesday of each month at Wesley Memorial Methodist Church in High Point.
“A few years ago my mother told me she loved what I do, Feeding Lisa’s Kids,” Hawley said. “She said she was one who needed help when growing up. She had never told me that before.”
When asked if her college major had anything to do with her lifestyle of helping others, Hawley laughed.
“My intended major was to have a good time,” she acknowledged.
Tough love from her parents influenced her eventual career. When she quit school and returned home they informed her she could
not continue to live there. She got a job at a restaurant in Market Square in High Point and had the opportunity to meet celebrity chef Martha Stewart. That job led Hawley to her career path.
“I never asked my parents for anything. I just worked hard,” Hawley said. Her work ethic came naturally. She had seen her father work several jobs at the same time to support his family.
Although she created a career in the food industry as a caterer and restaurateur, Hawley believes helping others is her true calling.
“I used to ride around in my car and look for someone to help, but now people know what I do and contact me,” she said. “People want to help those in need. I have never met anyone that does not want to.”
Hawley often uses social media to tell others about needs, which in turn allows them to help. Facebook plays a key part in this and personal contacts are another.
An example was helping those in Western North Car-
olina devastated by Hurricane Helene. When she realized so many were hurting and hungry, she organized a way to provide temporary relief.
“We served more than 8,000 hot meals in six days,” Hawley said.
The “we” included nine other chefs from all over North Carolina who used outdoor cookers on a farm in Boone to prepare the food. The meals were boxed and volunteers delivered them to Brushy Fork Baptist Church in Vilas, N.C. The food was served from the church parking lot that displayed a sign reading, “Free hot food.”
The food was also delivered to several other towns including Newland, Linville, Spruce Pines and Banner Elk.
Hawley used social media to get the word out about the project to provide hot meals and people immediately began to call her offering money and food donations. Some of the money collected was used to purchase generators, heaters and chain saws.
“I loved doing that project
and knew it was a Godled ministry because it came together so easily,” Hawley said.
Hawley credits an amazing staff at her business Southern Roots that allows her time to support those in need, such as helping cook for a multitude devastated by a hurricane. She noted they also enabled her to spend time with her son in Wilmington who was battling brain cancer, and credits his recovery as a miracle.
But as much as she does for others, the recognition by the High Point Enterprise was a total surprise.
“It is not about me,” she said. “I just do not mind asking others to help. For now, I will continue to do whatever God puts on my heart.”
Her visits to family in Western North Carolina continue to reveal the hurricane’s destruction. At this point, she does not know what else to do to help, but if the past is any indication she will find some way.
Although Hawley’s caring heart may have been recognized by a newspaper, through the years it has been felt by many.
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High Point Arts Council invites the community to its inaugural fundraising event: ARTI GRAS — A Black and White Extravaganza
After months of transformation, the High Point Arts Council (HPAC) invites the community to step inside the newly renovated Centennial Station Arts Center for a night of celebration, creativity, and community.
This special evening marks the reopening of the historic landmark, made possible through the generosity of community supporters and The David R. Hayworth Foundation, while also celebrating HPAC’s 64 years of service to the High Point community. The High Point Arts Council will host its inaugural fundraising event, ARTI GRAS: A Black and White Extravaganza, on Saturday, Feb. 21 from 6 to 11 p.m. at the Centennial Station Arts Center.
“We are asking the community to join us for ARTI GRAS to help ensure the arts remain a vital part of High Point’s cultural
cepts were updated at the January meeting with a sketch of several buildings with a historic look and photographs of possible construction. That does not mean anything built in Jamestown would look exactly like these suggestions.
The mansion-style buildings look like single-family homes, but are not. They have front porches, direct access from the front door to the sidewalk and single front door. Burkely will construct brick sidewalks in front of the property to match existing ones. A sidewalk will lead behind the buildings to a gazebo open to anyone in town.
A separate building behind these buildings will be C-shaped around a courtyard. It will have porches, dormers, shutters, balconies, etc. but will not resemble the ones facing Main Street.
Much of the Planning Board meeting was concerned with the full Traffic Impact Analysis (TIA) requested by Town staff, which should be completed prior to the Town Council’s consideration, with the study scope specifically addressing school-related peak periods in coordination with NCDOT and the Town. A portion of the property in question is across from Jamestown Elementary School.
Hodierne noted that NCDOT reported traffic volumes on Main Street have decreased considerably since the Jamestown Parkway (also known as the bypass) opened, down from 13,000 trips per day in 2019 to 7,602 trips per day in 2025.
Residents of the Original Forestdale neighborhood have complained about the lines of cars waiting on the street in the mornings and afternoons to drop off and pick up children at the school.
Burkely’s studies indicate their new development would only add 66 trips during the morning peak and 80 trips at the afternoon peak.
Hodierne then discussed why they are requesting residential zoning and not commercial or mixed use.
fabric,” said Jennifer Hance, chair of the HPAC board of directors. “A vibrant arts scene that promotes inclusion, collaboration, and creative access not only enriches our lives, but also strengthens our local economy and makes High Point a wonderful place to live, work, and visit.”
Proceeds from this signature fundraising event will directly support the HPAC
There currently are commercial businesses on either side of the property. She listed several types of commercial businesses that could be interested in the property [as Bojangles was in 2010] but they would have to construct their own buildings. Current zoning limits some of these businesses to the Lennox and Forestdale drives intersection.
“Those small businesses generally move into existing space, it’s unlikely they would come in and develop a parcel like this,” Hodierne said. “This doesn’t talk about small town character, walkability, something that creates a sense of place – all the things your guidelines (Comprehensive Plan) talk about.”
The Comprehensive Plan defines the Town Center is between Ragsdale/Dillon and Guilford roads, not this property.
West Main includes the Jamestown National Register Historic District, which includes Mendenhall Homeplace, just west of the proposed site.
“New development will be sensitive to the rich historic context of the area and utilize development styles that blend well with the unique character of the West Main Corridor,” Hordierne said.
As for mixed-use development – commercial on the first floor, residential on the top – the town ordinances do not allow this. But a text amendment could change that.
“If we wanted to leave this to chance market forces, people are going to know that a residential use was not favorably received,” Hodierne said. “They will understand that’s not the will of the town, as is your prerogative.
“What’s that going tell the development market? It’s going to tell them we need to work with what we’ve got that tell us the range of uses that’s allowed. That is more likely than not to happen. I think that as a town and government body, we have to remember it’s not a development commission. It’s not a joint private public partnership where you can
Arts Fund, which sustains local artists, arts organizations, and creative programs throughout the community. Through advocacy efforts and a wide range of programs — including the John Coltrane Jazz Workshops for middle and high school students, SummerSounds free community concerts (formerly Arts Splash), the Pullman Poets Society and Songwriters
rezoning
go out, take bids and solicit a certain type of project. Rather, you are tasked with evaluating the projects that raise their hand and come to you and say, ‘Can we make this work? Is there a way that makes sense for us to curate something together that helps you get to where you want to be?’
“We’re asking to be that chance and to be that partner and to help you get to these goals (in the Comprehensive Plan) and to help you implement a lot of these aspects to bolster that core West Main vision in a way that’s curated, minimized and sensitive to the character of the area and the scale.”
planning Board discussion
“I had some doubts in some of the things they stated today,” Garland said.
“I found it interesting when they talked about the tax revenue, they picked the apartment complexes but only a single lot business. That’s not a fair comparison. Vertical mixed use is mentioned in the Comprehensive Plan and is an easy change by the Town Council. For that to be stated that’s not going to happen in our lifetime is a little crazy. Stating that putting a gazebo up and people who don’t live there are going to walk down a sidewalk and sit in the gazebo is a little strange. As for planning for the future the Main Street Transitional phase as you’re going into a more residential area seems like the perfect place for a mixed-use space.”
“I’m with Robert on the gazebo thing,” Gomez said.
“[It is odd to be] walking by and go sit on someone else’s property.”
“Traffic analysis is not done to completion … until it’s been passed by the Planning Board and gets to the Council,” Capes, a former councilmember, said.
“Then a TIA is done in depth. We’re getting more of an estimate based off traffic patterns that have been pulled together thus far makes perfect sense. Talking about the amount of cars that come through Jamestown, the bypass shows a reduction of cars
public Comments
There were fewer public comments at this meeting than in November, when nine residents voiced their thoughts. Each speaker is allotted three minutes.
“I spoke at the last Planning Board meeting and plan to continue to speak about it,” said Rich Salyards, who noted Hodiern spoke over one hour and he only gets three minutes. “Everything that was discussed about the traffic analysis – we don’t have that yet. At the last Planning Board meeting you voted not to approve, but you continued it to hear the traffic analysis. We don’t have that yet. We have the opinion of [Hodierne] what the traffic analysis is going to say. I live on Potter Drive [across from the school]. I understand the traffic analysis of the school and Main Street. We weren’t asking anybody to fix the problems of our neighborhood. We were asking that you looked at it from a point that you didn’t dump another 250 cars on top of our already existing problem. That property can be one of many things she pointed out but it’s not. There’s a reason behind that. It’s because of the cost factor. I don’t doubt Burkely’s integrity. What I have is the comprehensive plan. I served on that committee. Countless hours were spent on it. Now we’re talking about revisiting it because it doesn’t fit the narrative of what those apartments would be there.”
on the order of thousands of cars per day. My children went to JES and I can speak to the challenges of getting in, getting out. [The school has] gotten smarter in terms of directing one way so some aspects have been taken and adapted. When it comes to the Comprehensive Plan, the purpose of it is a guideline to set what is the highest and best use for property. As population changes and costs go up and needs vary, that plan is subject to change as well. It’ll evolve. The fundamental principle of what a Planning Board is supposed to do is to take whatever an applicant brings to the table and we discuss it and vote on it. Then it goes to the Council who discusses it. What we look at is, ‘Is it consistent with the Comp Plan. Is it something that is appropriate for Jamestown based on Envision Jamestown? Is the developer reliable?’ I wanted mixed use.”
“I have to agree with the purpose of the Planning Board and with the developer and the cost,” said Fete. “I spent 40 years
Circle, the Creative Space Access Grant Program, and the community arts initiative ROOTED — HPAC remains steadfast in its commitment to ensuring the arts are accessible to everyone.
“We know that meaningful change starts with the people in our community,” said Catena Bergevin, HPAC executive director. “Thank you for supporting your local arts council and helping keep creativity alive in High Point.”
Tickets available at https://www.highpointarts.org/event-details/arti-gras-ablack-white-extravaganza-1
Founded in 1962, the High Point Arts Council
“I’m 100 percent for what [Salyards said],” said Stanton Calvarese. “I’ve lived in my house for 20 years. From my side window I can see the property. We’ve seen it every day. It’s heavy on my heart to say I’d hate to see any development there. After prayerful and thoughtful consideration about this procedure, I feel like it should be ‘no’ on the rezoning change. The obvious answer is those details are not correct. The TIA is not correct about the traffic. We’ve seen the traffic change for the last 20 years and that’s the biggest issue: it’s going to produce a lot of traffic and – no matter if you put in two stop lights or two crosswalks – you’re going to have trouble because the traffic is going to be so heavy it’s going to be a burden on the city. Despite all the money that can be gained from this development. It’s important that we think about the ecology, too. That 6.5 acres is a beautiful place and it used to have the Potter House there and I hate to see it developed. The location is not very good for housing because you have the train tracks on one side going by all the time. West Main Street on the other. I can hear the trains with the horns blowing at my house. It’s not good for people to live in that kind of environment on an average of four times a day. Then you have ambulances. I’m totally against it.”
working at the federal level with HUD working with developers. A developer is not going to spend money on a TIA at this point. The Planning Board’s role is zoning. Council makes the decision. We had a presentation tonight with figures from DOT that we could call up on a computer to verify the numbers.
The result of the vote to rezone was the same as in November, with Capes and Fete casting votes in the affirmative and Garland and Gomez voting for denial. Board chair Inge again broke the tie with a no vote.
Garland read an inconsistency statement.
“Motion that the amendment be rejected based on the following: It is not consistent with the adopted Comprehensive Plan It does not sufficiently align with the development pattern and intensity envision for the portion of West Main Street and the proposed zoning amendment is not reasonable. Planning Board considers it unreasonable because the report of the town staff finding the
proposed zoning amendment to be unreasonable as adopted by reference and the scale and intensity of the development may not be compatible with the surrounding uses or supportive of the area’s existing character. It is against the public interest because the report of the town staff finding the proposed zoning amendment to be against the public interest is adopted by reference. We further find the proposed zoning amendment is against the public interest because the proposal may not promote the orderly and coordinated growth anticipated for the corridor at this time.”
The matter now lies in the hands of the Town Council who were expected to set a date for a public hearing at their Jan. 20 meeting. In other Planning Board business, Inge and Capes were re-elected chair and vice-chair, respectively. Planning Board meetings may be viewed live at www. youtube.com/c/TownofJamestownNC. Click on “live.” They are also available after the meetings.
25SP001488-400
NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE
NORTH CAROLINA, GUILFORD COUNTY
Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Lisa Marie Thursby dated June 26, 2024 recorded on June 26, 2024 in Book R 8839, Page 1417 of the Guilford County Public Registry (Deed of Trust), conveying certain real property in Guilford County to Atlas Orange, Trustee, for the benefit of CrossCountry Mortgage, LLC.
Default having been made of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing said default having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on January 29, 2026 at 10:00 AM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Guilford County, North Carolina, to wit: Condominium No. 1714-C-1 located in Building 3-E, in the Eastchester Village, Section A Condominium, which is located in High Point, North Carolina, which unit is more particularly described in that instrument entitled Declaration of Condominium of Eastchester Village, Section A, Under the North Carolina Unit Ownership Act, which is dated November 29, 1973 and recorded on December 4, 1973, in Deed Book 2727 at Page 52 in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Guilford County, North Carolina, (as amended by that Amendment to Declaration recorded on February 18, 1977, in Deed Book 2852 at Page 749, Guilford County Registry) and which unit is described in the Plans of Eastchester Village, Section A, Condominium which are recorded in Condominium Plat Book 1 at Page 23 through 40 in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Guilford County. North Carolina; and together with an undivided 1.64% interest in the common areas and facilities described in said Declaration and appurtenant to said unit and an easement in the limited common areas and facilities appurtenant to said unit.
The subject property is the same as that property described in Deed Book 8708, Page 1395, Guilford County Registry and is further designated as Tax Parcel Identifier Number 197888 on the Guilford County Tax Maps. Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record. Said property is commonly known as 1714 N Hamilton Street, Unit C, High Point, NC 27262; Parcel Number: 0197888 A deposit (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, payable to Bell Carrington Price & Gregg, PLLC, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immediately due and owing.
Pursuant to N.C. Gen. Stat. § 45-21.30, if the highest bidder at the sale, resale, or any upset bidder fails to comply with its bid upon the tender of a deed for the real property, or after a bona fide attempt to tender such a deed, the clerk of superior court may, upon motion, enter an order authorizing a resale of the real property. The defaulting bidder at any sale or resale or any defaulting upset bidder is liable for the bid made, and in case a resale is had because of such default, shall remain liable to the extent that the final sale price is less than the bid plus all the costs of any resale. Any deposit or compliance bond made by the defaulting bidder shall secure payment of the amount, if any, for which the defaulting bidder remains liable under N.C. Gen. Stat. § 45-21.30.
THIRD PARTY PURCHASERS MUST PAY THE EXCISE TAX AND THE RECORDING COSTS FOR THEIR DEED. Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance AS IS WHERE IS.
There are no representations of warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to any and all superior liens, including taxes and special assessments. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are Lisa Marie Thursby. An Order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to N.C. Gen. Stat. § 45-21.29, in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days, but no more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in the notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination. The notice shall also state that upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination [N.C. Gen. Stat. § 45-21.16(b)
(2)]. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy.
Cape Fear Trustee Services, LLC
Substitute Trustee, Attorney Aaron Seagroves NCSB No. 50979 J. Martin Page, NCSB No. 43852 5550 77 Center Drive, Suite 160 Charlotte, NC 28217
PHONE: 980-201-3840
File No.: 25-43012 60633
Jan. 14, 21, 2026
STOX Posting & Publishing, LLC
2701 Transit Road, Ste. 139 Elma, NY 14059 (1720)
NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE
LEGAL NOTICES
SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION GUILFORD COUNTY BEFORE THE CLERK 25SP001420-400
IN RE: FORECLOSURE OF A CLAIM OF LIEN HELD BY WOODLEA MANOR ASSOCIATION, INC. FOR PAST DUE ASSESSMENTS ON 345 EAST MONTCASTLE DRIVE, #B, GREENSBORO, NORTH CAROLINA 27406
WHICH PROPERTY IS TITLED TO AKALVA DENISE MCCOY
Under and by virtue of the power of sale and authority contained in that certain Declaration for Woodlea Manor Association, Inc. and recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Guilford County, North Carolina in Book 3521, Page 1277, and because of default in the payment of the indebtedness thereby secured and pursuant to the demand of the owner and holder of the indebtedness secured by Claim of Lien 25M001359-400 and pursuant to an Order entered by the Clerk of the Superior Court for Guilford County, North Carolina, entered in this foreclosure proceeding, the undersigned Trustee will expose for sale at public auction to the highest bidder for cash at the usual place of sale in the Courthouse of Guilford County, in the City of Greensboro, North Carolina at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, December 18, 2025, all that certain lot or parcel of real estate, including all improvements and fixtures located thereon, situated, lying and being known as 345 EAST MONTCASTLE DRIVE, #B, GREENSBORO, NORTH CAROLINA 27406, more particularly described on Exhibit “A” attached hereto. The present record owner of the property is Akalva Denise McCoy.
EXHIBIT A BEING ALL OF LOT 136, SECTION II, PHASE I, WOODLEA MANOR TOWNHOUSES, AS PER PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 82, PAGE 117 IN THE OFFICE OF THE REGISTER OF DEEDS OF GUILFORD COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA, INCLUDING THE UNIT LOCATED THEREON; SAID UNIT BEING LOCATED AT 345-B EAST MONTCASTLE DRIVE, GREENSBORO, NORTH CAROLINA. (345 EAST MONTCASTLE DRIVE, #B)
The terms of the sale are that the property will be sold for cash to the highest bidder and a cash deposit not to exceed the greater of five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid, or Seven Hundred and Fifty Dollars ($750.00) may be required at the time of the sale. The property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “As Is, Where Is”. Neither the Trustee nor the owner and holder of the indebtedness 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 offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such conditions are expressly disclaimed. The property will be sold subject to restriction and easements of record, any unpaid taxes, prior liens and special assessments, any transfer tax associated with the foreclosure, and any tax required to be paid by N.C.G.S. §7A-308(a) (1). The sale will be held open for ten days for upset bids as required by law.
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold.
Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days’ written notice to the landlord. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination.
Issued the 20th day of November, 2025. Higgins Benjamin PLLC William P. Benjamin, Esq., NC Bar #12614 Scott H. Dunnagan, Esq., NC Bar #38137 Trustees of the Foreclosure 301 N. Elm Street, Suite 800 Greensboro, NC 27401 Tel: (336) 273-1600 Jan. 14, 21, 2026 (1235)
NOTICE OF DEFAULT AND FORECLOSURE SALE
WHEREAS, on November 23, 1998, a certain Deed of Trust was executed by Edna W. Johnson and Clifton Johnson as grantor in favor of Wendover Financial Services Corporation as beneficiary and Trusco Services, Inc. as trustee, and was recorded on November 30, 1998 in Book 4779 at Page 388, as Instrument #200398, in the Office of the Register of Deeds, Guilford County, North Carolina; and WHEREAS, the Deed of Trust was insured by the United States Secretary of Housing and Urban Development (the Secretary) pursuant to the National Housing Act for the purpose of providing single family housing; and WHEREAS, the beneficial interest in the Deed of Trust is now owned by the Secretary, pursuant to an assignment dated September 17, 2008 and recorded March 13, 2009 in Book R 6987 at Page 1155, in the office of the Register of Deeds, Guilford County, North Carolina; and WHEREAS, the Secretary is the present holder of the Note secured by the above-referenced Deed of Trust; and WHEREAS, Grantor has died and the Property described below is not the principal residence of at least one surviving borrower; and WHEREAS, the default upon which this foreclosure and the acceleration of the secured indebtedness is based, is as follows: That under Paragraph 7(A)(i) of the above-referenced Note and Paragraph 9(a)(i) of the above-referenced Deed of Trust, upon death of the Borrower/Grantor, should the Property not remain the principal residence of at least one surviving Borrower, the Secretary has the right to demand, and the Secretary has demanded, the immediate payment in full of all outstanding principal and accrued but unpaid interest; and WHEREAS, a default has occurred under the terms and conditions of the above Note and Deed of Trust, in that a demand has been made for the immediate payment in full of all outstanding principal and accrued interest, which remains unpaid; and WHEREAS, the entire amount delinquent as of February 3, 2026 is $145,036.04; and WHEREAS, by virtue of this default, the secretary has declared the entire amount of the indebtedness secured by the Deed of Trust to be immediately due and payable; NOW THEREFORE, pursuant to powers vested in me by the Single Family Mortgage Foreclosure Act of 1994, 12 U.S.C 3751 et seq., by 24 CFR part 27, subpart B, and by the Secretary’s designation of me as Foreclosure
Commissioner, recorded on September 11, 2024, in Book R 8861 at Pages 3096-3099 in the Guilford County, North Carolina Register of Deeds, notice is hereby given that on Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 11:00 A.M. local time, all real and personal property at or used in connection with the following described premises (Property) will be sold at public auction to the highest bidder: Being all of Lot 12, Block A, Section B, of Dudley Heights Subdivision, as per plat thereof recorded in Plat Book 28, Page 41, in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Guilford County, North Carolina.
Commonly known as: 1 Ross Court, Greensboro, NC 27401
The sale will be held at the place where foreclosure sales are customarily held at the Guilford County Courthouse located in Greensboro, North Carolina. The Secretary of Housing and Urban Development will bid $145,036.04. There will be no proration of taxes, rents or other income or liabilities, except that the purchaser will pay, at or before closing, his prorate share of any real estate taxes that have been paid by the Secretary to the date of the foreclosure sale. When making their bids, all bidders except the Secretary must submit a deposit totaling $14,503.60 in the form of a certified check or cashier’s check made out to the Secretary of HUD.
A deposit need not accompany each oral bid. If the successful bid is oral, a deposit of $14,503.60 must be presented before the bidding is closed. The deposit is nonrefundable. The remainder of the purchase price must be delivered within 30 days of the sale or at such other time as the Secretary may determine for good cause shown, time being of the essence. This amount, like the bid deposits, must be delivered in the form of a certified or cashier’s check. If the Secretary is the highest bidder, he need not to pay the bid amount in cash. The successful bidder will pay all the conveying fees, all real estate and other taxes that are due on or after the delivery date of the remainder of the payment and all other costs associated with the transfer of title. At the conclusion of the sale, the deposits of the unsuccessful bidders will be returned to them. The Secretary may grant an extension of time within which to deliver the remainder of the payment. All extensions will be for 15day increments for a fee of $500.00, paid in advance.
The extension fee shall be in the form of a certified or cashier’s check made payable to the Secretary of HUD. If the high bidder closes the sale prior to the expiration of any extension period, the unused portion of the extension fee shall be applied toward the amount due. If the high bidder is unable to close the sale within the required period, or within any extensions of time granted by the Secretary, the high bidder may be required to forfeit the cash deposit or, at the election of the foreclosure commissioner after consultation with the HUD representative, will be liable to HUD for any costs incurred as a result of such failure. The Commissioner may, at the direction of the HUD representative, offer the property to the second highest bidder for an amount equal to the highest price offered by that bidder. There is no right of redemption, or right of possession based upon a right of redemption, in the mortgagor or others subsequent to a foreclosure completed pursuant to the ACT.
Therefore, the Foreclosure Commissioner will issue a Deed to the purchaser(s) upon receipt of the entire purchase price in accordance with the terms of the sale as provided herein. HUD does not guarantee that the property will be vacant. The scheduled foreclosure sale shall be canceled or adjourned if it is established, by documented written application of the mortgagor to the Foreclosure Commissioner not less than 3 days before the date of sale, or otherwise, that the default or defaults upon which the foreclosure is based did not exist at the time of services of this notice of default and foreclosure sale, or all amounts due under the mortgage agreement are tendered to the Foreclosure Commissioner, in the form of a certified or cashier’s check payable to the Secretary of HUD, before public auction of the property is completed. The amount that must be paid if the mortgage is to be reinstated prior to the scheduled sale is $131,930.83 as of February 3, 2026, plus all other amounts that would be due under the mortgage agreement if payments under the mortgage had not been accelerated, advertising costs and postage expenses incurred in giving notice, mileage by the most reasonable road distance for posting notices and for the Foreclosure Commissioner’s attendance at the sale, reasonable and customary costs incurred for title and lien record searches, the necessary out-of-pocket costs incurred by the Foreclosure Commissioner for recording documents, a commission for the Foreclosure Commissioner, and all other costs incurred in connection with the foreclosure prior to reinstatement. Tender of payment by certified or cashier’s check or application for cancellation of the foreclosure sale shall be submitted to the address of the Foreclosure Commissioner provided below.
Riley, Pope & Laney, PLLC
David A. Simpson NC Managing Partner
700 Matthews-Mint Hill Road, Suite A Matthews, NC 28105
T: (980) 201-3888 60694
Jan. 14, 21, 28, 2026
STOX Posting & Publishing, LLC
2701 Transit Road, Ste. 139 Elma, NY 14059 (2350)
NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE
NORTH CAROLINA, GUILFORD COUNTY 25 SP000782-400
Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale
contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Ariana L. Rodriquez , Mortgagor(s), in the original amount of $174,600.00, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., (“MERS”) as beneficiary, as nominee for Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation, Mortgagee, dated April 12th, 2024 and recorded on April 12th, 2024 in Book R8817, Page 937, Guilford County Registry. Default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Anchor Trustee Services, LLC having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Guilford 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 offer for sale at the courthouse door or other usual place of sale in Guilford County, North Carolina, at 10:00 AM on January 29th, 2026, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following
described property, to wit: Situated in the City of Greensboro, County of Guilford, State of North Carolina, and more particularly described as follows: Beginning at a stake on the west side of Caldwell Street, which place of beginning is the northwest intersection of Andrews Street and Caldwell Street; running thence along Caldwell Street N. 2 deg. 30 min E. 50 feet to a stake, a corner; thence N. 86 deg. 50 min. W. 126.4 feet to a stake, a corner; thence S. 2 deg. 30 min. W. 50 feet to a stake, a corner on the north side of Andrews Street; thence along Andrews Street S.86 deg. 50 min. E. 126.4 feet to a stake, the beginning corner, being No. 1016 Caldwell Street in the City of Greensboro, North Carolina (For source of title see Book # 800, Page 592, in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Guilford County) Property Address: 1016 Caldwell Street Greensboro, NC 27406 Tax Parcel ID: 3276 Together with improvements located hereon; said property being located at 1016 Caldwell Street, Greensboro, NC 27406 Tax ID: 3276 Third party purchasers must pay the recording costs of the trustee’s deed, any land transfer taxes, the excise tax, pursuant North Carolina General Statutes §105-228.30, in the amount of One Dollar ($1.00) per each Five Hundred Dollars ($500.00) or fractional part thereof, and the Clerk of Courts fee, pursuant to North Carolina General Statutes §7A-308, in the amount of Forty-five Cents (0.45) per each One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) or fractional part thereof with a maximum amount of Five Hundred Dollars ($500.00). A deposit of five percent (5%) of the bid or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale and must be tendered in the form of certified funds. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts will be immediately due and owing. Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance AS IS WHERE IS. There are no representations of warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, special assessments, land transfer taxes, if any, and encumbrances of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are Ariana L. Rodriquez. PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to North Carolina General Statutes §45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the Clerk of Superior Court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days, but no more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in the notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination (North Carolina General Statutes §45-21.16A(b)(2)). Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of termination. If the Trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the Substitute Trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy.
Anchor Trustee Services, LLC
Substitute Trustee By: David Neill, NCSB #23396 McMichael Taylor Gray, LLC
Attorney for Anchor Trustee Services, LLC 3550 Engineering Drive, Suite 260 Peachtree Corners, GA 30092 404-474-7149 (phone) 404-745-8121 (fax) dneill@mtglaw.com Jan. 14, 21, 2026 ($1440)
BCNS McMichael Taylor Gray Law C/O Better Choice Notice Solutions, Inc. 9035 Wadsworth Pkwy Suite 2720 Westminster, CO 80021
AMENDED NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE OF REAL ESTATE STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA GUILFORD COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE BEFORE THE CLERK 23SP001503-400
IN RE: FORECLOSURE OF A LIEN HELD BY GREYSTONE HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION OF GREENSBORO, INC, FOR PAST DUE ASSESSMENTS UPON 295 HARTSFIELD FOREST DRIVE MCLEANSVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA, AKA BEING ALL OF LOT 117, GREYSTONE SUBDIVISION, PHASE 4, PER PLAT AND SURVEY THEREOF RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 178, PAGE 84, OF THE GUILFORD COUNTY REGISTRY, WHICH IS TITLED TO: ROBIN M. CARTER A/K/A ROBIN MARIE CARTER
Foreclosure of Lien filed with the Clerk of Superior Court on June 9, 2023, file #23 M 1742. Under and by virtue of the power and authority contained in that certain Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions for Greystone Homeowners Association of Greensboro, Inc, and recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Guilford County, North Carolina in Book 6424, Page 1211, and because of default in the payment of the indebtedness thereby secured and pursuant to the demand of the owner and holder of the indebtedness secured by said Lien, and pursuant to the Order of the Clerk of Superior Court for Guilford County, North Carolina, entered in this foreclosure proceeding, Law Firm Carolinas, the appointed Trustee, will expose for sale at public auction on January 29, 2026, at 3:00 PM at the usual place of sale of the Guilford County Courthouse, Greensboro, North Carolina, the following described real property (including the house, if any and any other improvements thereon): Being all of Lot 117, Greystone Subdivision, Phase 4, per plat and survey thereof recorded in Plat Book 178, Page 84, of the Guilford
Present Owner(s): Robin M. Carter a/k/a Robin Marie Carter.
The sale will be made subject to all prior sales and releases and to all deeds of trust, liens, unpaid taxes, restrictions, easements, assessments, leases, and other matters of record, if any. Pursuant to N.C.G.S §4521.10(b), any successful bidder will be required to deposit with Law Firm Carolinas, the Trustee, immediately upon conclusion of the sale a cash deposit not to exceed the greater of Five Percent (5%) of the bid amount or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00).
Any successful bidder shall be required to tender the full balance of the purchase price in cash or certified check at the time Law Firm Carolinas, the Trustee, tenders to him a deed for the property or attempts to tender such deed, and should said successful bidder fail to pay the full balance of the purchase price so bid at the time, he shall remain liable on his bid as provided for in N.C.G.S §45-21.30(d) and (e).
This sale will be held open ten (10) days for upset bids as required by law. An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. §45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold.
Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days, but no more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in the notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination. The notice shall also state that upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination.
LAW FIRM CAROLINAS
Post Office Box 41027 Greensboro, North Carolina 27404-1027. Telephone: (336) 378-1899.
Signed: January 13, 2026.
Jonathon L. Woodruff, Attorney for the Trustee Jan. 21, 28, 2026
AMENDED NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE OF REAL ESTATE STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA GUILFORD COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE BEFORE THE CLERK 24SP002744-400
IN RE: FORECLOSURE OF A LIEN HELD BY GREYBRIDGE PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC, FOR PAST DUE ASSESSMENTS UPON 5506 BRIDGEHILL COURT GREENSBORO, NORTH CAROLINA, AKA BEING ALL OF LOT 88 OF GREYBRIDGE, SECTION II, PHASE B RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 106, PAGE 26, OF THE GUILFORD COUNTY REGISTRY, WHICH IS TITLED TO: LAQUITA LOGAN
Foreclosure of Lien filed with the Clerk of Superior Court on January 26, 2024, file #24M000922-400. Under and by virtue of the power and authority contained in that certain Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions for Greybridge Property Owners Association, Inc, and recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Guilford County, North Carolina in Book 3738, Page 1390, and because of default in the payment of the indebtedness thereby secured and pursuant to the demand of the owner and holder of the indebtedness secured by said Lien, and pursuant to the Order of the Clerk of Superior Court for Guilford County, North Carolina, entered in this foreclosure proceeding, Law Firm Carolinas, the appointed Trustee, will expose for sale at public auction on January 29, 2026, at 3:00 PM at the usual place of sale of the Guilford County Courthouse, Greensboro, North Carolina, the following described real property (including the house, if any and any other improvements thereon):
LEGAL NOTICES
Being all of Lot 88 of Greybridge, Section II, Phase B recorded in Plat Book 106, Page 26, of the Guilford County Registry.
The sale will be made subject to all prior sales and releases and to all deeds of trust, liens, unpaid taxes, restrictions, easements, assessments, leases, and other matters of record, if any. Pursuant to N.C.G.S §4521.10(b), any successful bidder will be required to deposit with Law Firm Carolinas, the Trustee, immediately upon conclusion of the sale a cash deposit not to exceed the greater of Five Percent (5%) of the bid amount or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00). Any successful bidder shall be required to tender the full balance of the purchase price in cash or certified check at the time Law Firm Carolinas, the Trustee, tenders to him a deed for the property or attempts to tender such deed, and should said successful bidder fail to pay the full balance of the purchase price so bid at the time, he shall remain liable on his bid as provided for in N.C.G.S §45-21.30(d) and (e).
This sale will be held open ten (10) days for upset bids as required by law. An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. §45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold.
Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days, but no more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in the notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination. The notice shall also state that upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination.
LAW FIRM CAROLINAS Post Office Box 41027 Greensboro, North Carolina 27404-1027. Telephone: (336) 378-1899. Signed: January 13, 2026. Jonathon L. Woodruff, Attorney for the Trustee Jan. 21, 28, 2026
AMENDED NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE OF REAL ESTATE STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA GUILFORD COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE BEFORE THE CLERK 25SP000149-400
IN RE:
FORECLOSURE OF A LIEN HELD BY LINDLEY PARK ESTATES HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC, FOR PAST DUE ASSESSMENTS UPON 138 CAPE FEAR DRIVE WHITSETT, NORTH CAROLINA, AKA BEING ALL OF LOT 131, LINDLEY PARK ESTATES - PHASE 2, PLAT BOOK 193, PAGE 10, OF THE GUILFORD COUNTY REGISTRY, WHICH IS TITLED TO: ERNEST CRISP
A/K/A ERNEST KENNETH CRISP
DEVESIA CRISP
A/K/A DEVESIA DAWN CRISP
A/K/A DAWN WATLINGTON
Foreclosure of Lien filed with the Clerk of Superior Court on March 26, 2024, file #24M001234-400. Under and by virtue of the power and authority contained in that certain Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions for Lindley Park Estates Homeowners Association, Inc, and recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Guilford County, North Carolina in Book 6521, Page 2292, and because of default in the payment of the indebtedness thereby secured and pursuant to the demand of the owner and holder of the indebtedness secured by said Lien, and pursuant to the Order of the Clerk of Superior Court for Guilford County, North Carolina, entered in this foreclosure proceeding, Law Firm Carolinas, the appointed Trustee, will expose for sale at public auction on January 29, 2026, at 3:00 PM at the usual place of sale of the
Guilford County Courthouse, Greensboro, North Carolina, the following described real property (including the house, if any and any other improvements thereon):
Being all of Lot 131, LINDLEY PARK
ESTATES - PHASE 2, PLAT BOOK 193, PAGE 10, of the Guilford County Registry.
Property address: 138 Cape Fear Drive, Whitsett, NC 27377.
Present Owner(s): Ernest Crisp a/k/a Ernest Kenneth Crisp, Devesia Crisp a/k/a Devesia Dawn Crisp a/k/a Dawn Watlington.
The sale will be made subject to all prior sales and releases and to all deeds of trust, liens, unpaid taxes, restrictions, easements, assessments, leases, and other matters of record, if any.
Pursuant to N.C.G.S §45-21.10(b), any successful bidder will be required to deposit with Law Firm Carolinas, the Trustee, immediately upon conclusion of the sale a cash deposit not to exceed the greater of Five Percent (5%) of the bid amount or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00). Any successful bidder shall be required to tender the full balance of the purchase price in cash or certified check at the time Law Firm Carolinas, the Trustee, tenders to him a deed for the property or attempts to tender such deed, and should said successful bidder fail to pay the full balance of the purchase price so bid at the time, he shall remain liable on his bid as provided for in N.C.G.S §45-21.30(d) and (e).
This sale will be held open ten (10) days for upset bids as required by law. An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. §45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold.
Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days, but no more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in the notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination.
The notice shall also state that upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination.
LAW FIRM CAROLINAS
Post Office Box 41027
Greensboro, North Carolina 27404-1027.
Telephone: (336) 378-1899.
Signed: January 13, 2026. Jonathon L. Woodruff, Attorney for the Trustee Jan. 21, 28, 2026
NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE
NORTH CAROLINA IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION GUILFORD COUNTY BEFORE THE CLERK 21SP000637-400
Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Charlie Wilson (PRESENT RECORD OWNER(S): Charlie Wilson and Vashon Wilson) to John H. Shows, Attorney-AtLaw, Trustee(s), dated November 29, 2001, and recorded in Book No. 5378, at Page 0684 in Guilford 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 Office of the Register of Deeds Guilford 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 offer for sale at the courthouse, West Door U-G Level in Greensboro, Guilford County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 10:00 AM on February 3, 2026 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in High Point in the County
of Guilford, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows:
Lying and being in High Point Township, Guilford County, North Carolina and being Lot Nos. 222 and 223 of the development known as Milbourne Heights, a map of which is duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Guilford County, North Carolina in Book No. 7, Page 116, Section 2. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 703 Hickory Chapel Road and 2705 Central Avenue, High Point, 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).
The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered 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 officers, 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 offered 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 five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale.
If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in its sole discretion, if it believes the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy.
Additional Notice for Residential Property with Less than 15 rental units, including Single-Family Residential Real Property
An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold.
Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of foreclosure sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days but not more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in this notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination.
SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE c/o Hutchens Law Firm, LLP P.O. Box 1028 Fayetteville, NC 28302 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, NC 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Firm Case No: 3627 - 10584 Jan. 21,
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Weekly Sudoku
Place a number in the empty boxes in such a way that each row across, each column down and each small 9-box square contains all of the numbers from one to nine.
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“heated rivalry” (tVMA) — There’s a large chance that you’ve already heard of this new sportsromance series starring Hudson Williams (“Tracker”) and Connor Storrie (“Joker: Folie a Deux”); it’s making huge waves among critics and fans of the novels on which it is adapted. Williams plays Canadian hockey player Shane Hollander, a strong, silent type who is the complete opposite of his Russian rival Ilya Rozanov. Ilya, on the other hand, is boisterous, cocky and seasoned in the spoils of life, but when the two hit the ice,
they are both unstoppable. But the real story between Shane and Ilya happens in moments off the ice, when their attraction to each other sparks a heated romance that can melt all the ice that a hockey rink has to offer. All six episodes are out now; just make sure that no little ones are around when you’re watching this spicy show. (HBO Max)
“Agatha Christie’s seven dials” (tV-14) This new mystery series, based on Agatha Christie’s 1929 novel, is led by rising star Mia McKenna-Bruce (“The Lady”), who is set to play Maureen Starkey (first
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Week oF JAN. 26, 2026
ArIes (March 21 to April 19)
Although you’re getting kudos and other positive reactions to your suggestions, don’t let the cheers drown out some valid criticisms. It’s better to deal with them now rather than later.
tAurus (April 20 to May 20) Following your keen Bovine intuition pays off as you not only reassess the suggestions that some people are putting in front of you but also their agendas for doing so.
geMINI (May 21 to June 20) You continue on a high-enthusiasm cycle as a new project that you’ve assumed takes shape. You’re also buoyed by the anticipation of receiving some good news about a personal matter.
CANCer (June 21 to July 22) Your eagerness to immerse yourself in your new assignment is understandable. But be careful that you don’t forget to take care of a pressing personal situation as well.
Leo (July 23 to August 22)
This is a good time to learn a new
skill that could give the clever Cat an edge in an upcoming competition for workplace opportunities. On another note, enjoy the arts this weekend with someone special.
VIrgo (August 23 to September 22) You could risk creating an impasse if you insist on expecting more from others than they’re prepared to give. Showing flexibility in what you’ll accept could prevent a stalemate.
LIBrA (September 23 to October 22) Although you can weigh all the factors of a dispute to find an agreeable solution for others, you might need the skilled input of someone you trust to help you deal with an ongoing situation.
sCorpIo (October 23 to November 21) The good news is that your brief period of self-doubt turns into a positive “I can do anything” attitude by midweek. The better news is that you’ll soon be able to prove it.
sAgIttArIus (November 22 to December 21) This is a good time for Sagittarians to start making travel plans while you can
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still select from a wide menu of choices and deals — and not be forced to settle for leftovers.
CAprICorN (December 22 to January 19) Like your zodiac sign, the sure-footed Goat, you won’t allow obstacles in your path to keep you from reaching your goal. Don’t be surprised by who asks to tag along with you.
AQuArIus (January 20 to February 18) Let your head dominate over your heart as you consider the risks that might be involved in agreeing to be a friend’s cosigner or otherwise acting as their backup in a financial matter.
pIsCes (February 19 to March 20) Resolve to close the door and let your voicemail take your phone calls while you finish up a task before the end-of-week deadline. Then go out and enjoy a funfilled weekend!
BorN thIs Week: Your capacity for care and compassion helps bring comfort to others. You could serve as a reliable foundation to many.
these clocks have something to do with his death, she teams up with Lady Caterham (Helena BonhamCarter) and Superintendent Battle (Martin Freeman) to solve the mystery. All three episodes are out now, so it’s an easy binge! (Netflix)
“steal” (tV-MA)
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• The Statue of Liberty was originally brown.
Parrotfish are among the sleepiest of sea creatures, averaging around a good 13 hours of rest per night. When not dozing, they spend as much as 90% of their time eating algae that grows on coral reefs.
Reindeer eyes change color according to the seasons — they’re golden in the summer and blue during winter.
The at symbol was invented more than four centuries before email was.
• The U.S. Postal Service employs a sharp-eyed group of folks whose job is to determine where to send letters and packages with illegible addresses. They work their magic at the USPS Remote Encoding Center in Salt Lake City, Utah, the first facility of its kind and now the only one still standing.
Just 43 people have been known to have “golden blood,” the rarest of blood types.
Pomatoes are potato plants that also grow tomatoes. The
wife of Ringo Starr) in the upcoming Beatles biopic. This series follows Lady Bundle Brent (McKennaBruce), a young aristocrat who is drawn to sleuthing after her friend, Gerry Wade (Corey Mylchreest),
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hybrid occurs when a tomato plant is grafted onto a potato plant, a relatively easy thing since they’re both members of the solanum genus of the nightshade family.
LEOnardo da Vinci’s famous painting “The Last Supper” originally included Jesus’ feet. Portland, Oregon, was named in a coin toss in 1845 between Asa Lovejoy and Francis Pettygrove when the two couldn’t agree on a suitable moniker for their new land claim.
• Cacti aren’t native to most deserts.
The human stomach can expand to hold as much as a 2-liter soda bottle, since its inner surface, the mucosa, is lined with folds called rugae that unfold and stretch out to accommodate food as it arrives.
Thought for the Day: “If you break your neck, if you have nothing to eat, if your house is on fire, then you got a problem. Everything else is inconvenience.” — Robert Fulghum
is found dead at a country house party. Because Gerry usually oversleeps, eight alarm clocks were set to wake him up, but Lady Brent realizes that one clock is missing upon finding his body. With a hunch that
Sophie Turner, best known for playing Sansa Stark in “Game of Thrones,” is back in another leading role for television — but this time, it’s a contemporary thriller series with a gripping story that spans six episodes. Premiering Jan. 21, “Steal” follows Zara, one of many ordinary office workers who
coincidentally get caught up in the biggest armed robbery in British history. At first, Zara thinks that the robbers spared her life for the price of transferring the money, but even after billions have been stolen from people’s pensions, the robbers are still hot on her tracks to make sure that she doesn’t utter a single word to intelligence officers. Archie Madekwe (“Saltburn”) plays another office worker named Luke in the series, while Jacob Fortune-Lloyd (“Midas Man”) portrays intelligence officer Rhys. (Amazon Prime Video)
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mia mckenna-Bruce, left, and Helena BonhamCarter star in “agatha Christie’s seven dials.”
A Smarter Muffin for January
By week three of the new year, my willpower has usually packed a bag and left a note on the counter. The holidays feel long over, my good intentions are still technically alive, and yet my afternoon coffee continues to demand a sweet treat.
At this point in life, I know that whiteknuckling my way through cravings has never worked for long. If I don’t plan a healthier treat I actually look forward to, I will default to whatever not-so-great option is closest. Judging by the chorus of agreement from friends and family lately, this isn’t a personal flaw so much as a shared human experience.
So instead of giving up on goodies altogether, I decided to outsmart human nature and create something that feels indulgent, nourishes the body and keeps our best intentions from wandering off.
What makes these muffins work is the combination of sweet potato and applesauce, creating a muffin that’s naturally sweet, deeply moist and satisfying. Instead of relying on flour, this recipe uses oats, which helps slow digestion and keeps blood sugar on an even keel. The result is a treat that feels steady and sustaining, not spiky.
There’s flexibility built right into the recipe so you can use what you have handy. Any orange-fleshed cooked vegetable works here, including sweet potato, butternut squash or pumpkin. I recommend roasting it to cook off excess moisture and concentrate the flavor.
There’s just a half cup of sweetener in the entire batch. You can reduce it to 1/4 cup if you prefer a less-sweet muffin. It’ll still be delicious.
The fat is modest, just 1/3 cup, since the batter already has plenty of moisture. A little flax meal adds fiber, omega-3s and antioxidants.
The add-ins are optional but encouraged. Pecans are lovely, but walnuts, almonds or pepitas bring texture. And the streusel topping? Optional, yes, but it’s what gives these muffins that “fancy-pants bakery” feel. A small flourish that makes an everyday muffin feel special.
sNeAkY LIttLe sWeet
potAto MuFFINs Yield: 12 muffins
total time: 35 minutes
1 1/2 cups quick oats
1/2 cup all-purpose or whole wheat flour
1/4 cup ground flaxseed
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 teaspoons cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup cooked, mashed sweet potato (pumpkin or butternut squash)
1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
2 eggs
1/3 cup coconut oil, or butter, melted, or neutral oil
1/2 cup brown sugar, maple syrup or honey
1 teaspoon vanilla optional add-ins: up to 1 cup of pecans, dried cranberries, raisins and/or finely chopped dates
CINNAMoN peCAN streuseL
1/4 cup white or whole wheat flour
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
2 tablespoons coconut oil or softened butter
3 tablespoons chopped pecans
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• “For pastry cooking, try grating frozen butter into the flour. It cuts in better and will stay cool longer. This helps when I am making shortbread, as the flour and butter need to be combined. I don’t end up having to put it in the fridge to cool it back down.” — C.S. in South Carolina
• Freshen stuffed animals by securing a few in a pillowcase and adding a fabric softener sheet. Put in the dryer on low heat for 20 minutes, then remove and brush out the fur if necessary while still warm.
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sweet potato muffins with cinnamonpecan streusel. a bakery-worthy treat with a smarter ingredient list.
Heat oven to 350 F. Line or grease a muffin tin.
In a mixing bowl stir together oats, flour, flax, baking soda, cinnamon and salt.
In another large bowl, whisk together the sweet potato, applesauce, eggs, oil, sugar and vanilla until smooth. Add the dry ingredients gradually until all are incorporated. Fold in add-ins if using. Divide batter evenly into muffin cups. They’ll be pretty full, that’s alright.
Make the Streusel: Combine flour, sugar, cinnamon, chopped pecans and coconut oil or butter in a medium-size bowl. Top each muffin with a big pinch of streusel.
Bake 18-22 minutes, until set and lightly golden. Cool completely.
Good treats should do more than satisfy cravings. They should nourish the body, comfort the spirit and fit into real life without negotiation or guilt. These muffins manage all three, and that’s no small thing.
• “Schedule important doctor’s checkups, like your annual physical and dental cleanings, in the same month each year, so you will know when they are coming up. I use my birth month. My mom always has hers done in February.” — E.D. in Massachusetts
• Here is an ingenious way to store markers: Collect enough toilet paper rolls to fill a shoebox standing upright. Paint or decorate the outside of the shoebox with brightly colored paper or paints. Fill with the rolls. The markers stand upright in the toilet paper rolls and they are kept standing uniformly across the box. Much better than a messy bin, where you can’t see the colors that are on the bottom.
• When you are finished pan frying something, add a bit of water to the pan and put it back on the still-warm burner while you eat. When you come back to clean up after dinner, the pan drippings will slide right off!
• If you’ve been decluttering as a part of your New Year’s resolutions and you came across old pairs of eyeglasses, know that you can donate them to any Lions Club in your area. They redistribute the glasses to those who cannot afford them. You don’t have to know the prescription, and they take reading glasses too!
