May 2010 - The Claremont Courier

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CLAREMONT INFORMATION
THE
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Vol. 4 Issue 5 – May, 2010
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Distributed Throughout Bandys, Catawba, Catfish,
Claremont, Conover, Denver, Hickory, Lake
Norman, Long Island, Monbo, Mooresville, Murray’s
Mill, Newton, Oxford, Sherrills Ford and Terrell.
Conover Farmers
Annual Murray’s Mill race not your Market kicks-off
ordinary ‘Run of the Mill’ run/walk its second season
GIVING A VOICE TO EASTERN CATAWBA COUNTY!
Monthly Community Calender
First Monday – Claremont City Council at Claremont City Hall – 7 p.m.; Bunker Hill Athletic
Boosters at Bunker Hill High School – 7 p.m.;
and Bunker Hill Optimist Club at Club House
– 7:45 p.m.
Second Monday – Claremont Planning Board at
Claremont City Hall – 7 p.m.
Third Monday – Bunker Hill Optimist Club at
Club House – 7:45 p.m.
Fourth Monday – Claremont Appearance Committee at Claremont City Hall – 6 p.m.; and Claremont Recreation Committee at Claremont
City Hall – 7 p.m.
Every Tuesday – Claremont Volunteer Fire Department at Claremont Fire Department – 7 p.m.
Third Tuesday – Claremont Youth Council at
Claremont City Hall – 6:30 p.m.
Fourth Tuesday – Claremont Friends of the Library at Claremont Branch Library – 6 p.m.
Third Wednesday – Claremont Senior Citizens
“Senior’s Morning Out” at First Baptist Church
Fellowship Hall – 8:30 a.m.
First Thursday – Bunker Hill High School Band
Boosters at the Bunker Hill High School Band
Room – 6:30 p.m.
Every Thursday – Catawba Valley Rotary Club at
Catawba Country Club, Newton – 7 a.m.
Second Thursday – Claremont Rescue Squad Business Meeting at Claremont Rescue Squad – 7 p.m.
Third Thursday – Claremont Lions Club at St.
Mark’s Lutheran Church Family Life Center – 7
p.m.; and Claremont Rescue Squad Continuing
Education at Claremont Rescue Squad – 7 p.m.
Third Saturday – Claremont Optimist Club at
Sigman Park – 3 p.m.
Claremont City Hall
3288 East Main Street
459-7009; Fax: 459-0596
Web page: www.cityofclaremont.org
Claremont City Council
David Morrow – Mayor
Tim Lowrance – Mayor Pro-Tem
Shawn R. Brown, Nicky E. Setzer, Dale Sherrill
and PJ Stanley
Claremont Planning Board
And Board of Adjustment
Robert E. Smith, Nick Colson, Ronald H. Cox,
Franklin Harris, Larry C. Pannell, Elizabeth
Smyre, Rupert Little and Jeff Barkley
Claremont Appearance Committee
Kevin Isenhour, Sue Karen Falls, Glenn Morrison, Jane Robbins, Judy Setzer, Jan Colson and PJ
Stanley
Claremont Recreation Committee
Shawn Brown, Clara Carson, Betty Cloninger,
Nanci Gregory, Danny Hedrick, Tim Lowrance,
Robert E. Smith and Mary Watts
Claremont City Staff
Laurie LoCicero – City Planner
Stephanie Corn – Finance Director
Glenda Yount – Receivables Clerk & Receptionist
Wendy Helms – Deputy City Clerk
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Conover Farmers Market will be
open to the public every Saturday
through mid-October.
PHOTO BY SCOTT W. RAMSEY
On April 17, Catawba Valley Community College’s Seeds of Service Club hosted its second annual “Run of the Mill” 5K charity cross-country run/walk throughout the historic
Murray’s Mill grounds in Catawba.
Historic Murray’s Mill plays host to
second annual CVCC fundraising
5K run/walk.
BY SCOTT W. RAMSEY
CATAWBA – When the starting gun went
off at 9 a.m., on April 17, over 60 runners/
walkers took off in hopes of taking home
the gold at the second annual CVCC Seeds
of Service “Run of the Mill” 5K charity run/
walk at historic Murray’s Mill in Catawba.
In addition to trying to win a race, the runners and walkers also helped raise funds
for Safe Harbor Rescue Mission and New
Vision Ministry’s Feed Haiti Campaign.
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Catawba looks at Claremont names
hosting car, truck new planning
and tractor show board members
Catawba Town Council discusses
hosting annual car, truck and
tractor show.
Claremont City Council appoints
Jeff Barkley and Rupert Little to
Claremont Planning Board.
BY SCOTT W. RAMSEY
CATAWBA – The Town of Catawba could
soon see classic cars, trucks and tractors lining Main Street in downtown Catawba, after
the town council agreed to look at bringing
the one time event back to Catawba during
the Town of Catawba Regular Town Council
meeting on April 5, 2010. The town council
talked about the benefits of hosting the event,
which included attracting people to downtown
Catawba which would benefit local businesses and the participating organizations.
The April 5, 2010 Town of Catawba Town
Council Regular Meeting was held at Catawba Town Hall in downtown Catawba at 7 p.m.
The meeting was officially Called to Order by
Town of Catawba Mayor, Vance Readling who
then delivered the Invocation. Town of Catawba Town Manager, Jonathan Kanipe then led
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BY SCOTT W. RAMSEY
CLAREMONT – During the April 5, 2010
City of Claremont City Council Regular City
Council meeting, the city council appointed
two new area citizens to the City of Claremont Planning Board. The city council named
Jeff Barkley and Rupert Little as the two new
representatives to the city planning board,
after one member resigned and another
member was appointed to the city council.
The April 6, 2010 City of Claremont City
Council Regular Meeting was held at Claremont City Hall in downtown Claremont at 7
p.m. The meeting was officially Called to Order by City of Claremont Mayor, David Morrow, which was followed by Morrow delivering
the Invocation. Council member, PJ Stanley
then led everyone through the Pledge of
Allegiance, which was followed by the ApCONTINUED ON PAGE 6
BY SCOTT W. RAMSEY
CONOVER – Even the threat of rain could
not stop area citizens from coming out to
the Conover Farmers Market opening day
of the 2010 season. The Conover Farmers Market opened its second season at 8
a.m., on April 24, in the city parking lot at
501 1st Avenue South in downtown Conover.
Visitors to the market’s opening day found
a bountiful harvest of locally grown merchandise ranging from fruits and vegetables
to meats, cheeses and eggs; jams, jellies
and ciders; jewelry, accessories, baked
goods, plants, herbs, flowers, wine and
more. In addition to the items for sale, the
market also featured an information table
with brochures and pamphlets giving tips
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Conover approves
Broyhill project
ordinance
Broyhill redevelopment project
ordinance transfers $39,550 from
general fund.
BY SCOTT W. RAMSEY
CONOVER – The City of Conover approved
a transfer of $39,550 from the general fund to
pay for additional engineering, professional
services and building demolition for the Broyhill redevelopment project during the City of
Conover Regular City Council Meeting on
April 5, 2010. $5,000 will go for the professional services, $16,250 for engineering services and $18,300 for building demolition.
The April 5, 2010 City of Conover City
Council Regular Meeting was held at Conover City Hall in downtown Conover at 7
p.m. The meeting was officially Called to
Order by City of Conover Mayor, Lee E.
Moritz, Jr., which was followed by Helen
M. Bledsoe who led the Invocation. Moritz
then led everyone in attendance through
the Pledge of Allegiance, and then the city
council Approved the Minutes from the Regular City Council meeting on March 1, 2010.
The city council started things off by proclaiming April 2010 as Child Abuse Prevention Month. The council then ratified Resolution 9-10 to show support for the Hickory/
Lenoir Google project. The council then approved an agreement between the city and
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Robert M. Grant, Jr. – City Attorney
Henry Helton, Jr. – Public Relations
Claremont Police Department
459-9295; Fax: 459-7865
Web page: www.claremontpolice.com
Gerald R. Tolbert – Chief of Police
Gary Bost – Captain; PJ Stanley – Training Specialist; Terri Pope – Administration; Pamela Shook
– Administrative Assistant; Sandra Miller – Records
Claremont Fire Department
2850 Firehouse Lane
459-9296; Fax: 459-0596
Web page: www.claremontfd.net
Gary W. Sigmon – Fire Chief
Brian K. Helms – Assistant. Fire Chief; Jason A.
Lowrance – Captain; Wendy L. Helms – Captain;
Bruce Hartsoe – Lieutenant; Jody Smyre – Lieutenant
Oxford “Catfish” Fire Department
5688 Oxford School Road
459-9678; Fax: 459-9676
Web page: www.oxfordcatfishfd.com
Wayne Smith – Fire Chief
Donnie Deal – Assistant Fire Chief
Claremont Public Works Department
2748 South Oxford Street
459-7800
Web page: www.cityofclaremont.org
Thomas Winkler – Director
Claremont Rescue Squad
Base 1 – 2748 South Oxford Street
459-7968; Fax: 459-7961
Web page: www.claremontrescue.org
Jason Crooks – Chief
Jody Smyre – Assistant Chief; Eric Jones – Captain; Steve Norris – Lieutenant; Jerry Peeler –
Lieutenant; Gary Reitzel – Secretary/Treasurer
Base 2 – 5710 Highway 16 North, Oxford
256-6423; Fax: 256-6431
Web page: www.claremontrescue.org
Claremont Branch Library
459-9311
Web page: www.catawbacountync.gov
Richard Haunton – Branch Manager
Hours: Tue.-Fri., 12 to 6 p.m.; Sat., 9 a.m. to 2
p.m.
Claremont Friends of the Library Officers
Glenn A. Morrison – Chairperson
Mary Moser – Secretary; Kay Reverri – Treasurer;
Shirley Harwell – Historian
Newton Convenience Center
2436 Bethany Church Road
465-4635
Hours: Tue.-Sat., 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Claremont Elementary School
459-7921; Fax: 459-1734
Web page: www.catawbaschools.net
Chris Gibbs – Principal
Lisa Suber – Assistant Principal
Oxford Elementary School
459-7220; Fax: 459-1122
Kelly Nicholson – Principal
Cynthia O’Neal – Assistant Principal
Mill Creek Middle School
1041 Shiloh Road
241-2711; Fax: 241-2743
Robert Rucker – Principal
Mitzi Story – Assistant Principal
River Bend Middle School
241-2754; Fax: 241-2820
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The Claremont Courier
May, 2010 • Vol. 4 Issue 5 • www.theclaremontcourier.net
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BY SCOTT W. RAMSEY
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The Claremont Courier is now in its fourth
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Rabies vaccinations are the first line of defense for pets
CATAWBA COUNTY CORNER
BY DAVE HARDIN
atawba County’s experience with
rabies continues to follow a pattern
predicted in 1999 by state wildlife of-
C
ficials. After we had the first confirmed case
of rabies in more than fifty years when a fox
bit a young boy that year, I was told we’d
see a big spike in cases for several years
and then they would rise and fall over time.
There are times when we all have trouble getting
out to the pharmacy. For those times, you can
rely on your local Medicap Pharmacy® store for
help. Your neighborhood Medicap Pharmacy®
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close by and they have answers to your health
care questions. Whether you go to the store
yourself or just hear the doorbell ring, the
Medicap Pharmacy® store really delivers.
Now, that's a healthy dose of reality.
Visit our web site at www.medicap.com
3319 East Main Street, Claremont
459.2149 – Bob Busbee, R.Ph.
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2010 has been a
quiet year for new
cases, so far. But
the wildlife experts
also told us we
could never completely get rid of
rabies in wild animals, which could
come into contact
with your pet. So I
always wonder if pet
owners are forgetting the importance
of making sure
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your dog, cat or ferret is protected from rabies with a current
vaccination. More opportunities for you to
have your pets vaccinated are coming up.
Catawba County Animal Services will hold
its next rabies clinic on May 8, at the dog park
at Riverbend Park off US Highway 16 at the
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In Loving
Memory Of
JOHN A. BUSBEE
April 6, 1918 – November 7, 2007
Donna Heavner – Principal
Cory Klassett – Assistant Principal
Bunker Hill High School
241-3355; Fax: 241-9401
Jeff Taylor – Principal
Lee Miller – Assistant Principal
Alisa Ferguson – Assistant Principal
Claremont City Park
East Main Street (Next to Claremont Elementary
School)
Winter Hours – 10/1-4/1, 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Summer Hours – 4/1-10/1, 7 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.
The park features 14 acres, with seven additional
undeveloped acres. The park includes new playground equipment, tennis courts, small picnic
shelters, a pavilion for larger groups, an amphitheater with stage and a paved quarter mile-walking
trail.
Bunker Hill Covered Bridge
The bridge is located two miles east of Claremont
on N.C. Highway 70.
465-0383
Web page: www.catawbahistory.org
Hours: Sun.-Sat., 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Designated as a National Civil Engineering Landmark in 2001, the Bunker Hill Covered Bridge is
the only remaining example in wood of the Improved Lattice Truss patented by General Herman
Haupt.
CATAWBA INFORMATION
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Town of Catawba looks at hosting car, truck and tractor show on Main Street
everyone through the Pledge of Allegiance,
and that was followed by the Approval of the
Regular Council Minutes from the March 1,
2010 meeting, and the Special Meeting Minutes from the March 8, 2010 meeting. The
town council then Approved the Agenda for
the April 5, 2010 regular meeting, before
moving on to the first Public Comment Period.
Local business owner, Tom Young, owner
of the Old Company Store in downtown
Catawba approached the podium for several reasons. Young started off by commending the Catawba Public Works Department
for their hard work over the winter, and for
keeping the roads clear of snow and ice.
Young then asked that the town should consider bringing back the car, truck and tractor
show that was held in downtown Catawba
in 2008. Young then provided contact information for several car, truck and tractor
clubs and organizations. Young also stated
that after talking with several club members, a tentative date of Aug. 14 would be
a good date to attract the most participants.
Town of Catawba Town Manager, Jonathan
Kanipe then delivered his Town Manager’s
Monthly Report to the town council. Kanipe
started off his report with information on the
county wide Operation Medicine Cabinet
project. Catawba collected 7 lbs. 14 oz. of
unused and expired prescription and over
the counter medicines, which was the third
highest total in Catawba County. Kanipe then
gave an update on the Hazard Mitigation Plan
for the town. The plan is required by the State
of North Carolina to make sure the town has
pre-disaster debris management and clearing. Kanipe said the town is currently waiting to hear from the state, and another update would be given at the May town council
meeting. Kanipe then gave an update on the
South Main Street and Rosenwald School
Street sidewalk project. Kanipe said that the
project was moving along quite well, and no
parking spaces would be lost at the Rosenwald School. Kanipe finished his report to the
town council by informing everyone that the
town is participating in the Adopt-A-Street
program. Area citizens, businesses and orga-
OLD COMPANY STORE
DELI • GIFTS • COLLECTIBLES
101 North Main Street • Downtown Catawba
(On The Corner Of East Central Avenue & North Main Street)
First Monday – Catawba Town Council at
Catawba Town Hall – 7 p.m.
Third Monday – Downtown Catawba Advisory
Committee at Catawba Town Hall – 5:30 p.m.
Every Tuesday – Catawba Fire Department at
Catawba Fire Department – 7 p.m.
First & Third Wednesday – Balls Creek Optimist Club at Club House – 7:30 p.m.
Fourth Thursday – Catawba Planning Board at
Catawba Town Hall – 7 p.m.
Catawba Town Hall
108 North Main Street
241-2215; Fax: 241-9968
Web page: www.townofcatawbanc.org
Catawba Town Council
Vance Readling – Mayor
Jeff Hendren – Mayor Pro-Tem
Karen Abernathy Ester, Jeff Hendren, Jeff Isenhour and Robin K. Robinson
Catawba Planning Board
Trent Cloninger – Chair
Linda Charles, John Gilbert, Clyde Robinson,
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• Fenton Glassware
• Wooden Toys • Candy
• Wild Republic Birds
• Handmade Crafts & Dolls
• Local Historic Books
• B.R. Hilton
4th Generation Pottery
• Molehollow Candles
• Leanin’ Tree
Greeting Cards
• And So Much More!
OPEN
Monday – Thursday
6 AM to 4 PM
Friday – Saturday
6 AM – 6 PM
241.4200
LIVE MUSIC IN MAY
We Will Host Area Favorites
SENTIMENTAL JOURNEY
ON SATURDAY, MAY 15
FROM 11:30 AM-1:30 PM
nizations are encouraged to participate, and
help keep Catawba clean. More information
can be found by calling Catawba Town Hall.
Old Business was next on the agenda, and
the only item up for discussion was an update on the renovation project for the Town
of Catawba Fire Department and Catawba
Town Hall. New Business came next, and
the town council quickly approved a Consideration of Resolution 2010-3 – Proclaiming April as Child Abuse Prevention Month.
A Fiscal Year 2010-2011 budget update
and municipal revenue projections reports
was then presented. The report stated that
tax revenues were doing well, but sales tax
revenues are down. New Business was
closed after an update on the 2010 US Census participation rates were given. It was
reported that 56 percent of Catawba residents had responded to the census thus far.
During the second Public Comment Period,
the town council took the time to discuss the
benefits of hosting a car, truck and tractor
show on Main Street. It was stated that local
businesses and participating organizations
would benefit from the event, and it would
also draw numerous people to Catawba. It
was also stated that if the event was to be
held, it should be done as an annual event.
The town council then agreed that the first
steps towards organizing the event be taken.
With no other business to discuss, Town of
Catawba Mayor, Vance Readling Adjourned
the April 5, 2010 town council meeting.
All Town of Catawba Town Council meetings are held on the first Monday of every
month, unless it falls on a major holiday, at
7 p.m., at Catawba Town Hall at 108 North
Main Street in downtown Catawba. The
meetings are open to the public. For more
information or questions, call Catawba
Town Hall at 241-2215 or visit www.townofcatawbanc.org. The next Town of Catawba
Town Council Regular Meeting will be held
on June 7, 2010 at Catawba Town Hall.
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ATTENTION ALL
BARGAIN HUNTERS!
IN CLAREMONT
THE THIRD ANNUAL CLAREMONT CITY WIDE
YARD SALE HAS BEEN SCHEDULED FOR
IN CLAREMONT
IN CLAREMONT
SATURDAY, MAY 15
FROM 7:30AM UNTIL 2:00PM
All Claremont Citizens Are Invited To Participate In This Free Annual City Wide Event.
Neighborhoods, Churches, Clubs, Businesses And Individual Households Are Also Encouraged
To Participate In This Event. Spaces Will Be Also Available At City Hall And Along Main Street.
IN CLAREMONT
For More Information, Questions
Or To Get An Application To Participate,
Call Henry Helton At
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This Event Is Sponsored By The City Of Claremont,
The Claremont Appearance Committee And The Claremont Recreation Committee.
IN CLAREMONT
459.9016
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Start May 15 Off With An All You Can Eat Pancake Breakfast
At The Claremont Fire Department Starting At 6 AM.
Cost Is $6 Per Person, Children 10 And Under Eat For Free.
Dine In Or Carry Out. Delivery Available For Large Orders.
The Fire Department Is Located At 2850 Firehouse Lane.
For More Information Or To Place An Order, Call 459-9296.
CATAWBA INFORMATION
Isaiah Springs, Rick Young, Kathy Ervin and Kay
Gantt
Downtown Catawba Advisory Committee
Karen Ester, Ken Farmer, Elton Fox, Dr. Donald
Gray, Lynn Poole, Paula Reed, Todd Reed, Dr.
Robert Rights and Tom Young
Catawba Town Staff
Jonathan Kanipe – Town Manager
Kathy Johnson – Town Clerk
Crystal Davis – Town Attorney
John Kinley – Town Planner
Cary Broadwell – Public Works Director
Claude Gwynn – Public Works Assistant
Town of Catawba Historical Association
John Gilbert – President; Helen M. Rhyne – Secretary; Albert Keiser, Jr. – Association Historian;
Helen Campbell, Linda Charles, Joyce Folger,
Marilyn Gabriel, Barbara Lynch, Jennifer Whisnant and Bill Rhyne, Trustees
Catawba Police Department
107 South Main Street
241-4888
Cecil Cook – Police Chief
Catawba Fire Department
108 North Main Street
241-4955; Fax: 241-3966
Web page: www.catawbafire.org
Donald Robinson – Fire Chief
Trent Cloninger – Assistant Fire Chief
Kelly Pope – Assistant Fire Chief
Bandys Crossroads Fire Department
1611 Buffalo Shoals Road
Base 1 – 241-2111 – Base 2 – 428-3897
Fax: 241-3966
Catawba Rescue Squad
300 Second Street SE
241-3111; Fax: 241-3377
Web site: www.catawbarescue.com
Donald B. Houston – Chief
David A. Hunsucker Memorial Park
101 Third Street NW
241-2215; Fax: 241-9968
Web page: www.townofcatawbanc.org.
Oxford Convenience Center
4637 Lookout Dam Road
241-3774
Hours: Wed.-Sun., 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Catawba Rosenwald Education Center
403 Rosenwald School Street
241-2734; Fax: 241-4999
Tim Conaway – Principal
Jerry Gouge – Assistant Principal
Catawba Elementary School
5415 Hudson Chapel Road
241-3131; Fax: 241-2332
Vermel D. Moore – Principal
Rene Stilwell – Assistant Principal
Bandys High School
5040 East Bandys Road
241-3171; Fax: 241-9402
Todd Black – Principal
Tammy Sharpe – Assistant Principal
Timothy C. Woody – Assistant Principal
Murray’s Mill Historic Site
1489 Murray’s Mill Road
241-4299, 465-0383
Web page: www.catawbahistory.org
Hours: Fri.-Sat., 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Sun., 1:30 to 4:30
p.m. Group tours of 10 or more by appointment.
Inside Murray’s Mill, visitors will find William’s
original, one-ton French buhr millstones. The district includes Murray’s Mill, Murray & Minges
General Store, Wheathouse Exhibit Gallery and
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Two new planning board members announced at Claremont City Council meeting
proval of the Minutes from the City Retreat
on Feb. 20; the Regular Council meeting on
March 1; and the Special Council meetings
on March 15 and 18. The meeting then entered into the Citizens Requests and Comments portion of the meeting. When nobody
approached the podium the floor was closed,
Kendall Hamm, a Boy Scout with Troop
312 in Newton then presented his Eagle
Scout project results from Claremont City
Park to the city council. Hamm’s project
consisted of extensive work on expanding
the existing picnic area and the reconstruction of the benches along the walking trail.
Once Hamm was finished with his video presentation, the city council thanked him for
his hard work and for a job well done. Old
Business was next on the agenda, and the
first item of discussion was about excessive
water on South Oxford Street. Claremont
Public Works Director, Tom Winkler offered
several recommendations on fixing the problem, and would update the city council on
the issue at the May city council meeting.
To close out Old Business, the city council
then looked over a revised copy of the City
Personnel Ordinances regarding cell phone
usage, substance abuse policy and smoking
policy. Several questions were asked about
the changes, and numerous revisions were
recommended before approving the ordinance changes. The city council agreed to
look at the proposed changes with the revisions during the May city council meeting.
New Business then took the spotlight, and
opened with the city council Proclaiming April
2010 as Child Abuse Prevention Month in
Claremont. The city council then looked at
filling two positions on the Claremont Planning Board. The city council announced four
candidates, and after a vote, Jeff Barkley
and Rupert Little were appointed as the two
newest additions to the planning board. Now
it was time for the city council to appoint a
council member to the Greater Hickory MPO.
After some discussion, council member,
Shawn Brown was appointed as the newest
member to the organization. It was also announced that Claremont City Manager, Tom
Hogg would be the alternate to the GHMPO.
New Business closed after council member, PJ Stanley gave a report on the recent
county wide Operation Medicine Drop project
that was held in Claremont. Stanley stated
that the project was a great success, and
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thanked everyone who organized, conducted
and participated in the event. Stanley continued by saying Catawba County collected a
total of 70 lbs. 14 oz., and Claremont took
in the second highest total in the county with
21 lbs. 15 oz. Stanley then presented a slide
presentation of the event, and presented
Susan Vincent with a certificate of achievement from the city. Vincent, from Home Instead Health Care was instrumental in planning and organizing the county wide event.
Department and Committee Reports was
next on the agenda, and Claremont Fire
Chief, Gary Sigmon delivered the fire department report. Sigmon stated that the department would be checking and testing fire hydrants throughout the city in April. Claremont
Police Chief, Gerald Tolbert then gave the
police department report, and he reported
the department would be holding a gang task
force meeting in April. The Veterans Memorial
Committee report was next, and Henry Helton
reported that the committee was looking into
selling memorial bricks to the public around
the veterans memorial in Claremont City Park.
Claremont Mayor, David Morrow then delivered his Mayor’s Report, and he stated
by applauding the Claremont Youth Council
for their hard work and fundraising efforts
throughout the community. The City Manager’s Report was next, and Thomas Hogg
said the city experienced a water pressure
drop in March due to a hatch being left open.
Hogg then said no water was lost, and the
problem would not happen again. Hogg then
said a new Boy Scout Eagle Scout project in Claremont City Park will put a bridge
over the existing creek. The bridge will allow visitors to explore areas of the park
never opened before. Hogg finished by
stating the 2010-2011 operating budget will
be formally presented at the May city council meeting. Once Hogg finished his report,
the April 6, 2010 meeting was Adjourned.
All City of Claremont City Council meetings
are held the first Monday of every month at 7
p.m., at Claremont City Hall at 3288 East Main
Street in Claremont. For more information,
call 459-7009, or visit www.cityofclaremont.
org. The next City of Claremont City Council
meeting will be held on June 7, 2010 at 7 p.m.
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City of Conover approves $39,550 general fund transfer for Broyhill redevelopment project
the North Carolina League of Municipalities for environmental assessment coalition
project participation. The council then approved a final plat for a minor subdivision
for the Holler property located at 740 Rock
Barn Road, containing approximately 25.54
acres, and is zoned for residential use.
Next on the agenda was the adoption of
Ordinance 9-10 – Amending the Broyhill
Redevelopment Capital Project Ordinance.
The ordinance will approve a transfer of
$39,550 from the general fund to pay for
additional engineering, professional services and building demolition. $5,000 will
go for professional services for preparation
and environmental consulting during sewer
installation as required by the EPA. $6,250
will go for engineering/infrastructure for railroad improvements. $10,000 will go for engineering/infrastructure for contingency engineering on infrastructure improvements.
$18,300 will go for contracted services for
the removal of asbestos glazed windows
in the Warlong Building. The council then
adopted Ordinance 10-10 – Amending the
2009-2010 Budget Ordinance for the Broyhill
Redevelopment Capital Project Ordinance.
Once Upon
A Stitch
Embroidery &
Screen Printing
Next on the agenda was the presentation of Tax Releases and
Refunds, and the council
quickly approved these
measure, before moving on to the next item
of business. The council then proclaimed that
April 17-May 1 as Litter
Sweep in Conover. The
council then proclaimed
April 18-24 as Administrative Professionals Week.
Next, the council heard an
update on the Conover Council/
Staff Planning Retreat from Conover
Mayor, Lee Moritz, Jr. The council then received reports from the various city committees before moving on with the meeting.
City of Conover City Manager, Donald E.
Duncan, Jr. then delivered his monthly City
Manager’s Report, and Duncan reported that
21 building permits were issued during the
month of March, totaling $71,880. Included
were eight residential, seven commercial,
two industrial and four institutional permits.
Once Duncan was finished with his monthly
report, the city council then listened to com-
The Conover Farmer’s Market
Is Now Open Every Saturday
Morning From 8 a.m. To 12:30 p.m.
Through Mid-October!
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sweet potatoes, green and sweet
onions, radishes, beets, cabbage,
kohlrabi, sugar and snap peas,
broccoli, carrots and strawberries!
Specializing In
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Sports Uniforms
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ments from visitors and guests.
Once the floor was closed to the
public, and no other business
needed to be discussed,
Mayor Lee E. Moritz, Jr.,
then Adjourned the April
5, 2010 City of Conover
Regular City Council
meeting. All City of Conover City Council meetings are held on the first
Monday of the month, unless it falls on a major holiday
at 7 p.m., at Conover City Hall
at 101 1st Street East in downtown Conover. The monthly meetings
are always open to the public, and the public is encourage to attend these meetings.
For more information or questions about
the City of Conover, call Conover City Hall
at 464-1191, or visit the City of Conover
Web site at www.conovernc.gov. The next
City of Conover City Council regular meeting will be held on June 7, 2010 at 7 p.m.,
at Conover City Hall in downtown Conover.
Donald E. Duncan, Jr., City Manager from the City of Conover
helped
contribute
to
this
story.
501 1st Avenue South
Downtown Conover
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MAY, 2010 CALENDAR
MAY 8
MOTHER’S DAY
GIVEAWAY
Stop by and enter for a chance
to win some great prizes!
MAY 15
The Cooperative Extension
Center will be on hand
offering tips on safe canning.
MAY 22
STRAWBERRY DAY
Everything strawberries will be
featured! Udderly Delicious
will be on hand with ice cream.
Come enjoy live music, and
children are invited to come
play games and win prizes.
MAY 29
Memorial Day Ceremony will be
held to honor all local veterans.
CATAWBA INFORMATION
the John Murray House.
Dr. Q.M. Little House 1873 Museum
101 West First Street SW
241-4077, 241-2424
Tours by appointment. This six-room brick home
has an exterior stairway and features artifacts and
displays that depict the history of Catawba and the
surrounding area. The National Little Library is
also available for research.
SHERRILLS FORD/TERRELL
INFORMATION
Third Monday – Lake Norman Garden Club – at
various locations – 12 p.m. Call 478-9274 for more
information.
Second Tuesday – Catawba County Chamber
of Commerce Southeast Catawba County Area
Council at Sherrills Ford/Terrell Fire & Rescue
Community Building – 4 p.m.
Third Tuesday – Sherrills Ford Friends of The Library at Sherrills Ford Branch Library – 7 p.m.
Every Wednesday – Sherrills Ford/Terrell Rotary Club at Sherrills Ford/Terrell Fire & Rescue
Community Building – 7:30 a.m.; Preschool/
Toddler Story Time at the Sherrills Ford Branch
Library – 10 a.m.
First Wednesday – Sherrills Ford Optimist Club
at Sherrills Ford Optimist Park – 7 p.m.
Every Thursday – Preschool/Toddler Music
Time at the Sherrills Ford Branch Library – 10
a.m.
Second & Fourth Thursday – Sherrills Ford Lions Club at the Sherrills Ford Lions Den – 7 p.m.
Sherrills Ford /Terrell Fire & Rescue
Headquarters – 4011 Slanting Bridge Road
478-2131; Fax: 478-3296
Web page: www.sftfr.net
Keith Bost – Chief
Base 1 – 8073 Sherrills Ford Road – 478-9105
Base 2 – 4385 Mt. Pleasant Road – 704-4839531
Base 3 – Burris Road – 478-3296
Sherrills Ford Branch Library
8456 Sherrills Ford Road
478-2729; Fax: 478-5837
Richard Griffin, Jr. – Branch Manager
Hours: Tue., 12 to 8 p.m.; Wed. - Fri., 9 a.m. to 6
p.m.; Sat., 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Sherrills Ford Convenience Center
478-2248 – Hours: Wed.-Sun.; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Sherrills Ford Elementary School
478-2662; Fax: 478-5927
Shelly Black – Principal
Heather Houser – Assistant Principal
THE CLAREMONT COURIER
HALL OF FAME
Bob & Cheryl Ramsey; Bob & Rita
Busbee; Willard & Nellie Yount;
Helen Ramsey; Mary Frances Busbee;
Russell and Mary Boggs; Jerald and
Carolyn Leonhardt; Loretta Hiatt
To make a donation and have
your name placed in the Hall of Fame,
send your donation to The Claremont
Courier, c/o Hall of Fame, 3283 White
Oak Court, Claremont, NC 28610-8669.
For more information,
call 320-8450 or e-mail to
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Conover Farmers Market opens for another season
Rabies vaccinations are the first line of defense for pets
on gardening, freezing and canning food.
According to Market Manager, Julie Lehmann, the farmers market is excited to open
for another year in Conover. “It’s good to see
a lot of familiar faces that visited the market
last year,” Lehmann said. “We are planning
an exciting season this year, and it will be full
of food and fun. Strawberry Day is scheduled for May 22, and that will also serve as
our grand opening celebration for the 2010
season. As the seasons change, different
vendors will be coming in with their seasonal
produce and merchandise just like last year.”
The Conover Farmers Market was established to provide the area with the best locally grown and produced products available. The market has a different approach
to other markets, and will focus on attracting vendors who provide products ‘from the
ground to market.’ All participating vendors
must be certified and approved by the Conover Farmers Market Board of Directors.
The Conover Farmer’s Market is also a
member of Foothills Fresh, a division of the
North Carolina Cooperative Extension Office.
Various vendors are scheduled to be on
hand throughout the season, and that num-
Catawba/Alexander County line, from 10 a.m.
to 2 p.m. All clinics will be held on Saturdays
and spread over more of the year in hopes of
making clinics convenient for more citizens.
Rabies is a very dangerous disease that
infects only mammals and is spread by infected animals through bites, saliva or
cerebral spinal fluid. While it is mainly carried by wild animals, any pets that aren’t
vaccinated are at great risk if they come in
contact with an infected animal. Rabies is
a virus which attacks the central nervous
system and is always fatal. That’s why it’s
so important for pet owners across Catawba
County to take advantage of these clinics.
Here is the schedule for the clinics, all on Saturdays and from 10 a.m.
until 12 p.m., except where noted:
• May 8 – Riverbend Dog Park, at Riverbend Park off Highway 16 North at the
Catawba County line, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• June 12 – Catawba Fire Department,
108 North Main Street, downtown Catawba.
• July 10 – Sherrills Ford/Terrell
Fire and Rescue Base, 4011 Slanting
Bridge
Road,
Sherrills
Ford.
• Sept. 11 – American Legion Fairgrounds,
Highway 70 E between Hickory and Conover.
All pets brought to these clinics will receive
a one-year rabies vaccination. If you don’t
find a convenient clinic, the one-year rabies
vaccinations are available at the Catawba
County Animal Shelter, Monday through
Friday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Call the Shelter at 465-8228 to make an appointment.
A brochure is now available that lists the clinic
schedule and other details. You may request
a copy, or specific information about the clinics, by calling the Animal Shelter at 465-8228.
Dave Hardin is the Public Information
Officer for Catawba County. For more
information about Catawba County Government visit www.catawbacountync.gov.
The Conover Farmers Market will be held
every Saturday from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.,
through mid-October. The market is located
at 501 1st Avenue South in downtown Conover. For more information or questions con-
tact Conover Farmers Market Director, Julie
Lehmann at 234-7075, by e-mail at marketmanager@conoverfarmersmarket.org,
by
visiting www.conoverfarmersmarket.org or
by mail at PO Box 549, Conover, NC 28613.
ber will grow as time goes by. Vendors participating in the 2010 season include the
Setzer’s Landscape Nursery, Shady Oaks
Farm, Big Oak Farm, Ira Cline Farm, Chou
Yang, Leona Phillips, The Farmer’s Daughter, Madieli Farm, Summer Fresh Flowers,
Freedom Farm, Wilfong Farms, Heavner
Tater Farm, Violet’s Best, Kinfolks, Martin
Farms, Roberson Orchard, Woodmill Winery,
Beans N’ Berries, Daddy’s Girl Dairy, Coto
Family Farm, Esporanza Crafts, Windy Wool
Windings, Raintree Cellars, Pet Pause, Living Greener Days, Lattimore Farms, Bluebird Farms, Dulay Jimez, and Sheila Tomlin. The market will also feature non-profit
groups and organizations as well as local
businesses throughout the 2010 season.
During the month of May, the market will
host a Mother’s Day giveaway on May 8.
The Cooperative Extension Center will be on
hand on May 15, with safe canning tips for
beans and corn. May 22 will be Strawberry
Day. Locally grown Strawberries and everything else strawberries will be featured, and
the market will host live music, games and
gifts for children of all ages. The market will
finish up May by hosting a Memorial Day ceremony to honor all local veterans on May 29.
HUGE ESTATE AUCTION
SATURDAY – JUNE 5, 2010 – 10:00 AM
5182 OVERLOOK DRIVE, CLAREMONT, NC
Lakefront Home And Personal Property From The Estate Of Lea M. Waring (Deceased)
DIRECTIONS: Rock Barn Road to Oxford School Road. Turn Right and
go approximately 2 miles and then turn left on Bolick Road. Turn right on
Stewart Road, then left on Overlook Drive. Property will be on the right.
DESCRIPTION OF REAL ESTATE: Great lake front home on three levels with gorgeous views. Three bedrooms, two and one-half bathrooms, with a double attached garage and more. Main level has a kitchen, eating area and a large family room with rock
fireplace. Sliding glass doors lead to a nice deck that overlooks the lake. This level also
has a half bath. Take the spiral staircase to the upper level, and find a sitting area that
leads into the master bedroom suite that has a full bathroom including a built in tub.
Take the spiral staircase to the lower level and find two more bedrooms, a laundry area,
large den area with another rock fireplace and a full bathroom (this bathroom was in the
process of being remodeled. Tile and cabinets are there – but have not been installed). This level also has sliding glass doors that lead to a brick walkway to the water. Double
garage has glassed workshop area on lake side. Mitsubishi heat and air units heat and cool the home. Catawba County Tax Value: $222,6000. Parcel ID# 377401256049.
DESCRIPTION OF PERSONAL PROPERTY: EZ-GO gas powered golf cart, Yard Machines riding mower, Back2Life back pain machine, Invacare portable scooter (like new),
loveseat, pictures, carvings, deck furniture, china, occasional chair, bedroom suite, rockers, table and chairs (new), lamps, yard tools, pots, pans, dishwasher, Frigidaire stainless
steel range, toaster oven, microwave, fry daddy, coffee maker, stepladder, metal detector, three bar stools, vacuum cleaner, hanging Tiffany lamp, ceiling fans, Fein multimaster
multi-tool (new), wrought iron hall table with granite top, entertainment center, wrought iron and glass coffee table with two side tables, wall mirror, fireplace screen, fireplace
set, sofa, end tables, Little Giant ladder system, daybed, bookcase, wicker chair, coolers, Hoover steam-vac, golf clubs, table top grill, circular saw, Roper refrigerator, handtrucks,
sprayer, tackle box, fishing rods, Coleman quick pump, 7” Tile wet saw, Wagner sprayer, gas logs, jumper cables, belt sander, and mailbox. Plus more items we are still uncovering.
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Joy FM in Claremont named
radio station of the year
CLAREMONT – Joy FM, 88.1 FM, a Southern Gospel radio network, with a station that’s
been broadcasting from Claremont since
1985, has announced that it has accepted the
award for 2010 Gospel Music Association’s
Southern Gospel Station of the Year. The
award was presented to the station during
the 41st annual Dove Awards at the Grand
Ole Opry House in Nashville, TN on April 21.
The Radio Station of the Year award is presented to the Christian radio station that meets
the highest standards of quality and has the
strongest impact on its listening areas. The
recipient was determined by a panel of judges who based their judgments on community
involvement, ratings, broadcast programming
and air talent quality, and industry leadership.
“On behalf of the entire GMA membership,
Board of Directors and staff, I want to extend to Joy FM our heartfelt congratulations
for being chosen to receive these awards,”
stated Ed Leonard, Chairman of the Board
of the GMA. “We are thankful for their invaluable contribution to Gospel music and
at the impact they are each making around
the world.” Brian Sanders, General Manager of Joy FM, said “We are honored and
humbled by this award given by the Gospel Music Association and will look at this
award as a challenge to constantly strive
to maintain excellence in all that we do
while presenting Real Music for Real Life.”
Joy FM can be heard in Alexander, Burke,
Caldwell, Catawba, Iredell, Lincoln counties on 88.1 FM, on 98.7 FM in Belmont
and 100.1 FM in Lincoln, Gaston, Cleveland
counties, as well as parts of upper South
Carolina. Joy FM has 20 stations broadcasting all over North Carolina, South Carolina,
Virginia and Tennessee. More information
can be found by visiting www.joyfm.org.
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Foundation Chiropractic
to host free medical event
CLAREMONT – Foundation Chiropractic Holistic Wellness Center in Claremont and Denver has announced plans to host a free video
presentation in order to Take Control of Your
Health at the Foundation Chiropractic offices
SHERRILLS FORD – Brighten Academy
Preschool in Sherrills Ford has announced
plans to host their second annual Spring
Fling on May 22 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.,
on the school grounds. The fun filled event
will feature lots of games and activities, a
cake walk, moon bounces, a silent auction, bake sale, vendor tables from area
businesses, and much more. This event is
free and all area citizens are encouraged
to bring the entire family for a day of fun.
All of the money raised from the event
will go towards purchasing new playground
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lanning a vacation? Before you hit
the road, stopping to take a few extra
precautions could keep your vacation
from costing more than you bargained for.
Erie Insurance recommends the following:
“You can save quite a bit of money by talking to your insurance agent before you rent
a car,” advises Russell D. Murr of Catawba
Valley Insurance Agency in Claremont. “In
most cases, whatever coverage and deductibles you have on your own car would apply
when you rent a car, providing you are using the car for pleasure and not for business
and are staying in the country or Canada.”
• If you leave your car at home, park it
in the driveway to give the appearance
that someone is home. Make sure not to
leave your garage door opener in the car.
• Have a neighbor set out the trash on
normal collection days and bring in mail
and packages daily. Make sure they place
the pile of mail away from windows. If you
will be gone for an extended period, arrange to have yard work taken care of.
• If you have an alarm system, make sure it
is in working order and set whenever anyone
leaves your house. Use motion detectors on
outdoor lighting and timers for indoor lights.
• Turn phone ringers down or off and don’t
change your answering machine message
to announce you are out of town. Check in
every few days to listen to your messages.
• If you are staying in a hotel, ask for rooms
that open to interior hallways away from outside doors. Look for hotels with electronic
key cards, which
are reprogrammed
for each new guest.
Avoid taking your
key card out in public places where
it can be stolen.
• Do not keep money or jewelry in your
checked luggage or
in your hotel room.
If possible, divide
money up among
the adults in case
one is the victim of
MURR
a pickpocket. Use
travelers’ checks during extended vacations
whenever possible. Keep jewelry with you or
secured in the hotel safe until you need it.
Standard homeowners insurance policies
provide coverage for the theft of personal possessions and damage to the home caused by
a break-in. With replacement cost coverage,
which is only about 10 percent more than actual cash value coverage; damaged property
is replaced without deducting for depreciation.
Russell D. Murr is an independent insurance agent for Catawba Valley Insurance
Agency in Claremont. His office is located
at 3323 East Main Street in downtown
Claremont. Murr can be reached by calling his office Monday through Friday during regular business hours at 459-1932
or by e-mail at rmurrcvi@charterinternet.
com. You can also find more information
by visiting the Catawba Valley Insurance
Agency Web site at www.catawbavalleyinsurance.com or www.erie-insurance.com.
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in downtown Claremont. The video presentation and discussion are led by Dr. Bruce Withers, Chiropractic Physician and staff members
of Foundation Chiropractic, and will be held
on May 25 at 6:30 p.m. The May topic will be
on Food Your Child Should Never Consume.
Foundation Chiropractic Holistic Wellness Center is located at 2886 South
Lookout Street (Claremont Medical Village) in downtown Claremont For more
information or questions, call 459-1050
or visit www.foundationchiropractic.com.
Vacation tips to help protect your home
Brighten Academy Preschool
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Free personal finance help
available at area libraries
NEWTON – Now that tax season is over,
some residents may find their personal finances could use a checkup. Jim Escuder of
the Catawba County Dept. of Social Services
is available to talk budgets with you. Drop-in
consultations with the economic support outreach coordinator are from 2 to 4 p.m., weekly at two Catawba County Library locations.
Anyone with money questions may stop by
to talk with Escuder who can offer referrals
to various public services. The sessions
are free and no appointment is necessary.
The schedule is 2 to 4 p.m., Tuesdays at
St. Stephens Branch or 2 to 4 p.m., Wednesdays at the Main Library in Newton. For more
information, contact Escuder at 695-2209.
B-Line expands portable
restroom services
CLAREMONT – B-Line Portable Restroom
Rentals in Claremont has announced that
the company has expanded its portable restroom rental services to Cabarrus, Cleveland,
Davie, Rowan and Wilkes counties. B-Line is
the largest provider of portable restrooms in
Catawba County, and they already provide
a full line of services in Alexander, Burke,
Caldwell, Catawba, Gaston, Iredell, Lincoln
and Mecklenburg counties. B-Line can service construction sites, industrial and recreational facilities, as well as corporate, church,
fundraising and personal events. B-Line Portable Restroom Rentals is located at 5384
Bolick Road in Claremont. For more information, call Shannon Gillespie at 459-3341,
fax to 459-3342, e-mail to info@b-lineportables.com, or visit www.b-lineportables.com.
Area libraries to host free
computer classes in May
NEWTON – The Catawba County Library
System is again offering free 90-minute computer classes for adults during the month of
May. The classes are free, but pre-registration is required. Classes scheduled include:
• Intro to Computers – Will be offered at 10
a.m., on May 13, at the Main Branch in Newton.
• Intro to Publisher – Learn to create newsletters, flyers, brochures and other documents
with graphics. Class will be offered at 10 a.m.,
Watch for ‘re-lit’ 401(k) match
FINANCIAL FOCUS
A
BY SUSAN B. WILLIAMS
s the economy recovers, you may
find some new opportunities to expand your investment horizons
– and one such possibility may be your
company’s 401(k) matching contribution.
During the depths of the recession, many
companies that had offered a 401(k) match
reduced or stopped their contribution. But
now, more than a third of large employers that suspended their matching contributions plan to restore them over the next
few months, according to a recent survey by Watson Wyatt, a consulting firm.
While this development will be welcome
news to you if your employer was one of the
match-cutters, you can’t necessarily count on
getting same match you did before the recession. Some of the companies surveyed by
Watson Wyatt say the size of the new match
will vary, based on profits. Previously, the
most common formula used by companies
was a match of .50 cents on the dollar, up
to the first six percent of pay, according to
the Profit Sharing/401(k) Council of America.
But no matter what size match you are offered, take it. If you don’t contribute enough
to your 401(k) plan to earn the match, you
are leaving money on the table – money that could be used to help pay for the
retirement lifestyle you’ve envisioned.
If you do need to adjust your contribution level to earn the match, you might
also take the opportunity to make changes to your 401(k) portfolio, as needed. Here are a few ideas to consider:
• Avoid overloading on company stock.
In a sense, you are already risking a financial asset – your income – when you work
for a company, because any company can go
through downturns that could affect your live-
lihood. Consequently, you don’t want to take
on additional risk by overloading your 401(k)
portfolio with your company stock. Furthermore, too much of any one investment in your
401(k) can be risky, which is why you should
diversify your holdings among the choices
available in your plan. While diversification,
by itself, cannot prevent losses or guarantee
profits, it can help reduce the effects of volatility
and give you more opportunities for success.
• Rebalance. Your 401(k) holdings should
be appropriate for your goals, risk tolerance
and time horizon. Yet, over time, and without
any action on your part, your portfolio could
become “unbalanced.” For example, you
might have wanted 20 percent of the value
of your 401(k) to go into a particular growthoriented account. But if this investment increased substantially in price, it may now take
up 30 percent of your portfolio, subjecting
yourself to more risk than you had intended.
At least once a year, review your 401(k) carefully, possibly with the help of a professional
financial advisor, to make sure your investment mix is still appropriate for your needs.
• Boost your contributions with each
salary increase. Every time your salary
goes up, try to increase your 401(k) contribu-
tions. Because you
typically fund your
401(k) with pre-tax
dollars, the more
you contribute, the
lower your taxable
income. Plus, your
earnings can grow
tax deferred, so your
money potentially
can grow faster than
it would if placed
in an investment
on which you paid
taxes every year.
WILLIAMS
By following these
suggestions, and by taking advantage of
the return of your 401(k) match, you can
help maximize the value of your 401(k). And
someday, you might be glad you did just that.
Susan B. Williams, AAMS® is an Accredited Asset Management Specialist and an
investment advisor for Edward Jones in
Conover. Her office is located at 508-G
10th Street NW in the Canova Shopping
Center in Conover. She can be reached
by calling her office at 464-6991 or by fax
at 866-500-2671. You can also find more
information by visiting the Edward Jones
Web site at www.edwardjones.com.
on May 11 at the Main Branch in Newton.
• Beginning Excel – Learn to create interactive charts for bookkeeping and other purposes. Offered at 11 a.m., on May
19 at the St. Stephens Branch in Hickory.
To register for a class, call the Main Library at 4658665 or the St. Stephens Branch at 256-3030.
Susan B. Williams, AAMS®
Financial Advisor
508-G 10th St. NW
Canova Shopping Center
Conover, NC 28613
828-464-6991
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Huffing: The middle school marijuana
THE MEDICAL MESSAGE
BY ROBERT E. THOMAS, PA-C
AND JO THOMAS, M. ED.
Most everyone is familiar with the character
Wilson on the once-popular sitcom, “Home
Improvement.” As you remember, he was
Tim Taylor’s neighbor with all the wise advice
for Tim and his family. His defining characteristic was the fact that his nose and mouth
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were always hidden
from view, covered
by whatever the
camera
operator
found convenient.
Some of my patients must think I
am trying to hide
my face, too. Well,
I’m not really attempting to conceal
my identity. It’s just
that I have to wear
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a mask when I see
patients who are wearing perfume, aftershave, or other fragrances. If I don’t, I am
in danger of developing an allergic reaction
similar to asthma. Even a short exposure
to some fragrances can cause me to get
a headache and shortness of breath. So
when I heard of “huffing,” I couldn’t even begin to understand why anyone in their right
mind would try something so dangerous.
Huffing is the practice of inhaling any of a
wide variety of chemicals for the purpose
of “getting high” – mainly a sense of lightheadedness, drunkenness, or euphoria. It
has become the most popular form of substance abuse among middle school children. This is primarily because inhalants are
relatively cheap. They are also easily available in the home, and parents usually don’t
suspect such abuse. Studies have indicated that as many as one out of five eighthgraders has tried some form of huffing.
Over 1,000 common household products
contain inhalants which have the potential for
being abused. In general, there are three categories of inhalants: volatile gases, any liquid
that vaporizes at room temperature; aerosols, sprays containing propellants; and gases used in medical, industrial, and household
products. A short list of examples of inhalants
includes the following: correcting fluid, felt tip
pens, gasoline, paint thinner, fingernail polish remover, glue, deodorant, vegetable oil
spray, hair spray, perfume, butane lighter
fluid, whipping cream containers that use nitrous oxide, and propane from outdoor grills.
As a person inhales any of these substances, the chemical is absorbed through the
lungs and is spread throughout the body within a few minutes. The person will begin ex-
periencing symptoms such as disorientation,
slurring of speech, nausea, headaches, loss
of appetite, runny nose, and a rash around
the mouth and nose. Other symptoms may
include drowsiness, dizziness, menstrual irregularities, irregular heartbeat, night sweats,
hallucinations, and loss of inhibitions. Long
term use of these substances can cause depression, lack of coordination, weakness, and
difficulty concentrating or thinking. In some
cases, as little as one episode of huffing
may result in brain, liver, or kidney damage.
It can even cause “sudden sniffing death.”
Parents should be alert to signs that their
child may be huffing or may be involved in
other forms of substance abuse. For example, if your daughter has sudden changes in
her choice of friends, has slipped in her normal level of academics or work, has a sudden change in her personal hygiene, has become withdrawn from family, or has become
overly defensive, she may be abusing one or
more substances. Other things to watch for
includes the rapid depletion of cleaning supplies in the home, the presence of chemical
odors or paint stains on clothing, persistent
runny nose, red watery eyes, or stains around
the nose or mouth. If any of these signs are
noticed, you should investigate the situation.
Hopefully, none of your children will ever
be caught up in any of these destructive
and potentially fatal behaviors. But if you
as a parent have any concerns or suspicions that your child may be huffing, you
need to be proactive and immediately get
involved in order to prevent your child’s addiction or death. Talk to your children. Be a
bigger part of their lives. Love them with action, not just words or uncontrolled gifts or
leniency. Take steps to block access to any
household products that could be abused.
Most importantly, seek out the help of counselors or speak with your doctor if you notice
any of the signs or symptoms of substance
abuse. Just as I try to protect myself from
allergic reactions to perfumes and other
fragrances, you as a parent need to shelter
your children from the potentially deadly effects of huffing. Their lives depend upon it.
Bob Thomas has been a licensed Physician Assistant since 1994. He has had
experience in Family Practice, Travel
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Claremont Family Practice
implements NCIR
CLAREMONT – The North Carolina Division
of Public Health (DPH), in partnership with the
Division of Information Resource Management (DIRM), has established the North Carolina Immunization Registry (NCIR). The primary purposes of the NCIR are the following:
• To give patients, parents, providers,
schools and day care facilities access to
complete, accurate immunization data.
• To help assist in the evaluation of a
child’s immunization status and identify children who need immunizations.
• To assist communities in assessing
their immunization coverage and identifying
areas
of
under-immunization.
• To fulfill federal and state immunization
reporting.
Claremont Family Practice is participating in
the NCIR and has found it to be a valuable
tool for their patients and the community.
“Immunization registries are computerized
information systems that collect vaccination
histories and help ensure correct and timely
immunizations, especially among children,”
said Maureene Andrews, PA-C, who works at
the practice. “The registry helps us determine
when vaccines are due, provides reminders
when immunizations have been missed,
and keeps us informed about new vaccines
or changes in the recommended schedule.”
Other benefits of the registry include providing a consolidation of information into
a single record that can be more easily accessed by schools, day camps and other
entities that require vaccination information.
It can also reveal high-risk areas within communities, which can assist in efforts to promote vaccinations among those populations.
The NCIR Web site, www.immunizenc.com/
NCIR.htm, provides additional support for
physicians and parents. “The Web site has
great information for parents about immunization schedules and frequently asked questions,” said Andrews. “They even have a NC
Immunization Kids Club with a mascot, Freddie the Fox, and activities to help children
learn about vaccination and why it’s important. “We at Claremont Family Practice are
always available to help answer questions
about vaccinations,” Andrews added. “We
know parents have a lot of questions, and the
registry is just one more tool to help us stay
on top of this important issue for our patients.”
For more information about the NCIR, call
Claremont Family Practice at 459-7324. Claremont Family Practice is located at 2890
South Lookout Street in downtown Claremont.
prove their blood glucose control, their blood
pressure, and their blood lipids. Participants
will increase their motivation to continue
implementing necessary lifestyle changes.
All sessions are held on the second Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m., at the Agricultural Resources Center at 1175 South
Brady Avenue in Newton. If anyone has
been diagnosed with pre-diabetes or type 2
diabetes, are at least 21 years old, and interested in attending this program, call the
Cooperative Extension office at 465-8250
to reserve a seat. Everyone is welcome to
bring a friend or family member with you.
Diabetes program offered
in Newton on May 12
NEWTON – The NC Cooperative ExtensionCatawba Center and Catawba Valley Medical
Center’s Center for Diabetes Control are offering an educational program to help adults
deal with type 2 diabetes. Take Charge of
Your Diabetes helps participants learn how
to control their blood sugar, to feel better,
and to reduce risk of health complications.
The next session of Take Charge of Your
Diabetes will be held May 12 and will focus
on Cardiovascular Disease and Diabetes.
Certified diabetes educators will discuss
ways that cardiovascular disease and diabetes affect each other. Cardiovascular complications are the major cause of mortality
in persons with diabetes. Persons with diabetes can reduce their risk for serious conditions such as heart disease and stroke by
adopting healthful lifestyle practices to im-
Huffing: The middle school marijuana
Medicine and Orthopedics. He earned
his physician assistant degree from Kettering College of Medical Arts in Dayton,
Ohio, and his Masters in Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS) from the University
of Nebraska. Thomas currently works at
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Giving hope to children who have lost a loved one
CLAREMONT – As a counselor for Palliative
CareCenter and Hospice of Catawba Valley,
I see many children who have lost a mom, a
dad, a grandparent, a sibling or a loved one.
The pain is immeasurable, and the grief journey is long. There are usually no shortcuts as
individuals try to cope with their loss. However,
healing is possible, and there are many paths.
One such pathway of hope leads down a
country road to Rising Hope Farm in Claremont. Gail Wartner, owner, greets her visitors
with a smile, a loving heart, and a ministry of a
different sort. Her supportive husband and her
capable and caring volunteers of all ages help
to make it all come together. Wartner has a
passion for horses, for helping people through
challenges, and for serving her community.
Rising Hope Farm opened in 2007, focusing
on serving special needs children. As the kids
are introduced to Heaven, Balaam, Prophet,
Shadow and Abraham, they are allowed to
brush them, feed them, ride them, and interact with their new companions. The children
gain confidence as they become familiar
with the animals, and a bond begins to form.
Inspired by what she witnessed with these
special children, Wartner decided to contact Palliative CareCenter and Hospice of
Catawba Valley. Wartner invited the children of the families of Hospice, and even
adults, to come and experience the healing opportunities her horses could provide.
The use of hippotherapy, or therapeutic riding, is utilized in many areas of the country, and it can yield very positive results.
The week after Easter, children who had
recently lost a loved one had the opportunity to explore Rising Hope Farm for the first
time. The experience of each child was almost magical. Children who had lost so much
had the privilege to enjoy the gentle horses,
the rolling hills of the land, the serene pond,
and the healing power of nature. Most had
never been on a horse, and they reveled in
the opportunity to learn about feeding, brushing, riding, and caring for the animals. Some
children hesitated at first, but they gained
confidence as they grew into the experience.
Talking to the horses about their pain is not
uncommon. Others simply wish to be among
the graceful animals. One child sang a song
she had created about her deceased father
as she rode under a beautiful blue sky. Still
others found a place where they could feel
safe, experience excitement, and know that
life still offered opportunities for them to enjoy
again. The smiles, the laughter, and the pleas
to come back spoke volumes. The horses
never said a thing, but they surely were good
listeners. They just seemed to know what ris-
ing hope and healing could mean to a child.
Rising Hope Farm, contact Gail Wartner by phone at 638-0879, e-mail to gailwartner@risinghopefarm.com
or
visit
their Web site at www.risinghopefarm.
com. Rising Hope Farm is located at 3775
Bethany Church Road in Claremont.
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Claremont Fire Dept. to
host pancake breakfast
CLAREMONT – The Claremont Fire Department will be hosting their annual All You Can
Eat Pancake Breakfast on May 15, beginning
at 6 a.m. at the Claremont Fire Department in
Claremont. The menu will consist of pancakes,
eggs, bacon, sausage, juice, coffee and tea
for $6. Kids 10 and under eat free with a paying adult. There will also be carry out orders for
$6 per plate, and delivery is also available for
large orders. All proceeds from the event will
go to fund various fire department projects.
For more information or to call in your order,
call the Claremont Fire Department at 4599296. The Claremont Fire Department is located at 2850 Firehouse Lane in Claremont, and
you can obtain more information on the fire
department by visiting www.claremontfd.net.
Family caregiving
program offered in Newton
NEWTON – Successful Family Caregiving, an education/support group for caregivers, will meet on May 10, from 12 until 2
p.m., at the Agricultural Resources Center
in Newton. Join family caregivers for lunch
and a presentation, “Caring Well, Staying
Well.” Participants will learn how to do CPR.
Caregivers will also have an opportunity to
meet and exchange ideas with other caregivers. Both family and professional caregivers are welcome to attend. Reservations
are requested by calling 465-8243. The
Agricultural Resources Center is located
at 1175 South Brady Avenue in Newton.
Senior health and fitness
celebration announced
NEWTON – May 2010 is “Older Americans
Month” across the nation. To celebrate locally, the Catawba County Council on Aging and
the Newton Parks & Recreation Department
will present the 14th annual Senior Celebration of Health and Fitness on May 13 from 9
a.m. to 1 p.m., at Southside Park in Newton.
The event will feature a variety of activities for area seniors, including a one-mile
fitness fun walk, health information, morning
refreshments, the Lion’s Club Vision Van,
entertainment, games, barbecue lunch ($3
suggested donation), door prizes, and more.
All senior adults are invited to bring a lawn
chair and come dressed for comfort to the
special event. In case of rain, activities will be
cancelled. Reservations are required for this
special event. To register, contact the Catawba County Council on Aging at 328-2269.
Yoga for seniors program
offered in Newton
NEWTON – The Newton Parks and Recreation Department and the Catawba County
Council on Aging will offer Yoga for Seniors every Thursday morning in May for a
suggested donation of $2.50 per class to
those ages 60 and over. The class will be
held at the Newton Recreation Center from
10 to 11 a.m., on May 6, 13, 20 and 27.
The class will introduce participants to basic
postures and techniques used in yoga to relax the body and calm the mind. The instructor will provide individual attention to physical
limitations presented by each class member
and will offer alternative movements to prevent any discomfort. For more information,
call the Newton Parks and Recreation Department at 695-4317, or visit www.newtonnc.gov.
CVMC recognized for
service excellence
HICKORY – Catawba Valley Medical Center,
located in Hickory, has been recognized for
service excellence for a third consecutive
year under the J.D. Power and Associates
Distinguished Hospital Program. This distinction acknowledges a strong commitment by
Catawba Valley Medical Center to provide An
Outstanding Inpatient Experience. “In achieving inpatient certification for a third consecutive year, Catawba Valley Medical Center has
continuously demonstrated a commitment to
providing an outstanding patient experience,”
said Kevin Lieb, senior director of provider
programs at J.D. Power and Associates.
“I commend our staff and physicians for
their commitment to maintaining a consistently high quality of care at Catawba Valley
Medical Center, as measured by the people
we serve,” said J. Anthony Rose, president
and CEO of Catawba Valley Medical Center. “This recognition is a true demonstration of our approach to patient care, and
we could not be more pleased to receive it.”
CLAREMONT – The Claremont Rescue
Squad hosted their tenth Annual Pig Pickin’
and Poker Run fundraiser at the Claremont Rescue Squad headquarters in Claremont on April 17. Over 225 motorcycles
participated in the Poker Run, and prizes
were handed out for the best hand, the second best hand and worst hand. By the end
of the day over 650 lbs. of BBQ, 450 lbs.
of BBQ chicken, 150 lbs. of cole slaw and
26 gallons of baked beans were served
to hungry supporters of the rescue squad.
The day long event also featured a 50/50
drawing, and numerous raffle prizes were
handed out all day. A silent auction was also
held and featured NASCAR memorabilia,
car accessories, furniture, gift baskets, jewelry, scuba gear, gift certificates and many
other items. The squad was also selling Tshirts in order to raise funds for the squad
to purchase much needed equipment. By the
end of the day over 380 T-shirts were sold.
The annual event was co-sponsored by the
Blue Knights NC XI Law Enforcement M/C.
It was also announced that the Claremont
Rescue Squad is currently selling raffle
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HCT to present ‘Leading
Ladies’ in May
HICKORY – “Leading Ladies,” the Hickory
Community Theatre’s farce comedy now in
rehearsal, uses cross dressing comedians as
two down on their luck actors appearing as
“ladies” in an effort to win an inheritance from
an ailing dowager. In the wild proceedings that
follow they find themselves cast in a homemade Shakespeare play, become objects of
affection from other men, and try to pursue
their own attraction for the girls in the play.
“Leading Ladies” will be held in the Jeffers
Theater, May 14-30 with performances every
Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m.; Thursdays,
May 20 and 27 at 7:30 p.m.; and Sundays,
May 23 and 30 at 2:30 p.m. Tickets are $16
for adults, $14 for seniors and $7 for students. Purchase tickets online at www.hct.
org, by calling 328-2283 or at the HCT box
office at 30 3rd Street Northwest in Hickory,
Tuesday through Friday from 1 to 5 p.m.
Pet expo to be held in
Hickory in June
HICKORY – Pet lovers across the Greater
Hickory area are invited to attend the first annual Greater Hickory Pet Expo at the Hickory
Metro Convention Center on June 5-6. The
pet expo is a family friendly atmosphere
where pet enthusiasts can shop for and learn
about common household pets and the products and services. Entertainment, education,
demonstrations and hands on activities will be
featured at the expo. Vendors will include pet
products manufacturers, retailers, groomers,
veterinarians, rescue organizations, trainers, boarding and day care facilities, cages,
bedding, aquariums, bakeries and more.
The pet expo will be held in Halls B, C and
D of the Hickory Metro Convention Center.
Expo hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., on June
5 and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., on June 6. Admission is $6 and $4 for children ages 5-15.
Leashed pets are welcomed. For more information, call Carl at 217-3827 or Karen
at 308-1987 or visit www.ghpetexpo.com.
Community invited to free
movies in the park
NEWTON – The Movies in the Park series
is set to begin on Friday nights starting June
18 at Southside Park in Newton. The annual
series, runs for five consecutive Friday nights
through July 16. The free viewings will be held
at Southside Park beginning at dusk (approximately 9 p.m.). Movies will be shown on a
large 16’ x 24’ screen with good sound. Residents should bring a lawn chair or a blanket for
seating. Concessions will be available, along
with free popcorn. No pets will be allowed.
Movies are planned for June 18, June 25,
July 2 (movie and popcorn sponsored by
Medicap Pharmacy of Newton), July 9, and
July 16 (movie sponsored by Dana’s Fine
Jewelry). All movies are believed to be “kidfriendly” (all rated PG), and should provide
a fun evening in the park. Southside Park
is located on US Hwy. 321 Business South
behind the National Guard Armory. For movie titles, contact the City of Newton Parks
and Recreation Department at 695-4317.
Green Room to present
‘South Pacific’
NEWTON – The Green Room has announced production dates for the Rodgers
and Hammerstein classic “South Pacific.”
This lush musical, set in the final years of
World War II, will mark the final production
for The Green Room Community Theatre’s
2009-2010 Season. “South Pacific” features classic songs like “I’m Gonna Wash
That Man Right Outta My Hair,” “This
Nearly Was Mine,” “There Is Nothing like a
Dame,” and “Some Enchanted Evening.”
Show dates for “South Pacific” are May 14,
15, 21, 22, 28 and 29 at 8 p.m., and May 16,
23 and 30 at 3 p.m. Tickets go on sale to the
general public on May 7. The Green Room
Box Office will be open Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 12:30 to 5:30 p.m.,
throughout the run of the show. Ticket cost
$12 for adults, $10 for students and seniors,
and $8 for children 12 and under. The Green
Room Box Office is located at 60 West 6th
Street in Newton. For more information, call
464-6128 or visit www.the-green-room.org.
Annual antique power
show to be held in May
NEWTON – Plans have been announced
for the seventh annual Foothills Antique
Power Association of NC Show. The show
will be held at the Hickory American Legion
Fairgrounds on May 14 through May 16.
Everyone who wishes to show or sale anything of antique power, such as tractors, engines, motorcycles, trucks, cars or any type of
machinery is welcome to attend this three day
event. The FAPA is a non-profit organization,
and all proceeds from the event will go to lo-
cal charities. Admission is $5 per person, and
children 12 and under are admitted for free.
Activities throughout the weekend will include
a tractor pulls, kiddie pedal tractor pull, a parade of power, ugly tractor contest, a Sunday
church service, train rides, moon walk, various
demonstrations, a grist mill, shingle mill, miniature hay bailing, an operating saw mill, Civil
War re-enactors, a redwood log home, food
and merchandise vendors, and much more.
For more information or questions
about the Foothills Antique Power Association of NC Show, call Ned Story at
461-0635, Kevin Black at 464-1950, Wilson Sigmon at 256-8818 or Teddy Hefner at 310-5525. You can also visit www.
foothillsantique.com for more information.
Master Gardeners
available for consultations
NEWTON – Gardeners with problems can
now receive assistance through the Catawba
County Cooperative Extension Service Master Gardener Volunteer program. Certified
Master Gardener Volunteers are available
for consultation at the Cooperative Extension
Service Center on the second floor of the Agricultural Resources Center in Newton or by
calling 465-8240. Master Gardeners are on
duty Monday-Friday from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Beginner belly dance
registration now underway
NEWTON – Rhythmic Essence Belly
Dance Studios in Newton and Mooresville
is currently offering registration for Beginner Belly Dance Class. The beginner belly
dance session is four months long, and the
cost is $35 per month per person. Starting in May, Beginner Belly Dance Class will
be offered on Monday’s from 5:30 to 6:30
p.m. Classes will be held at the Rhythmic
Essence Belly Dance Studio in downtown
Newton, located at 120 North Main Avenue.
You are asked to register for the class by
e-mailing Maysameh at rebellydance@yahoo.com. You will then have a registration
form e-mailed to you to fill out and return.
To view more class options, upcoming recitals or for more information, you are asked
to visit www.rebellydance.com. For more
information or questions, call 408-3344.
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Rhythmic Essence hosts belly dance recital on April 24
The Rhythmic Essence Belly Dance Studios in Newton and Mooresville presented a
student belly dance recital “Egyptian Dreams,” featuring performances by Maysameh
and students from the Newton and Mooresville studio locations on April 24 at the Newton-Conover Civic and Performance Place in Newton. The recital featured a variety
of Egyptian and Tribal routines, including Temple Dance, Egyptian Pop, AstroBelly,
Bollywood/Bhangra Indian Fusion, Tribal Bouquet and Indigo Fusion. Ancient Moon
from Boone was the guest performer at the recital. Rhythmic Essence provides a noncompetitive dance environment for women of all shapes, sizes and ages. Studio locations are in downtown Newton and Mooresville. For questions or more information on
class times, you are asked to visit www.rebellydance.com, call 408-3344 or e-mail to
rebellydance@yahoo.com.
Area libraries schedule events and activities for May
NEWTON – The Catawba County Library
System has announced all of the upcoming
events to be held at their branch libraries
during the month of May. Summer Reading
registration begins on May 27 at each library
location, and the library system will be closed
on May 31, in observance of Memorial Day.
Newton Main Library – 465-8664
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Story
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every
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at
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a.m.
• Family Stories every Monday at 6:30 p.m.
• Game Day at 4:30 p.m., on May 14.
• Red Cross Blood Drive from
11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., on May 14.
• Friends of the Library at 11 a.m., on May 17.
•
Piedmont
Airlines
History Talk at 5 p.m., on May 18.
• You And Me Baby at 10 a.m., on May 19.
•
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Society
Meeting
at
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p.m.,
on
May
25.
•
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Reading
Kickoff from 3 to 6 p.m., on May 27.
Conover Branch – 466-5108
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begins
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27.
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Old Company Store to host live music in May
The Old Company Store at 101 North Main Street in downtown Catawba has announced
it will be hosting a live music event in the store on May 15. Local favorites, Sentimental
Journey will perform in the store on May 15 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. This popular
trio performs a wide variety of popular and traditional music covering numerous decades. All live music shows at the Old Company Store are free to the public, and the
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UNCG honors Bandys
High School facilitator
CATAWBA – The UNCG Division of Continual Learning recently announced that Carol
Parker, a Bandys High School educator
has been honored
for her outstanding support of the
UNCG iSchool, a
state-funded
program that gives
N.C. public high
school students an
online, tuition-paid
head start on their
college education.
Each facilitator undergoes extensive
training by UNCG
PARKER
to understand the
technology used in online courses and the
skills students need to succeed. To date
more than 600 facilitators have been involved in training statewide, and Parker was
also honored with the University’s annual
UNCG iSchool Facilitator Excellence Award.
For more information on the program and
the enrollment process, visit http://ischool.
uncg.edu, e-mail onlinehelp@uncg.edu, or
call 336-334-9782 (toll free at 866-940-6247).
Claremont resident awarded
community service award
HICKORY – Lenoir-Rhyne University recently presented its annual Community Service Awards to recognize volunteer service
to others. And the Lenoir-Rhyne Board of
Trustees recognized Bradley Setzer, as the
student winner. Setzer, a senior political science major from Claremont, has participated
in tutoring and gang prevention activities
at Centro Latino. Setzer also taught Sunday school class at Bethany United Church
of Christ and served as secretary general
of the Pangea Model UN program for high
school students. For the past two years,
Setzer has participated in the Martin Luther
King, Jr. Day of Service. Setzer is also active in a number of other campus organizations and serves as a residential advisor.
Oxford Elementary named
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CLAREMONT – The Oxford Elementary
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has been named Catawba County Schools
District “NAC of the Year.” Their project
book will now be entered in the state level
of competition. “I am pleased that we had
two project books entered in this year’s
School Nutrition Association’s ‘NAC of
the Year’ competition, Claremont Elemen-
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tary, Advisor Harriet Ignoffo and Oxford
Elementary, Advisor Tina Pottorff,” said
Sandy Lutz, CCS child nutrition supervisor.
Lutz expressed thanks to Ignoffo and Pottorff and their NAC Groups for their efforts
in completing the 21 page project book required. “Claremont’s project was to educate
students and staff on which condiments add
flavor and not calories, and which condiments contain substances that may make
food unhealthy,” said Lutz. “Oxford’s project was to encourage students to drink
the recommended daily amount of water a
day to increase their hydration and energy
levels, and be more effective in the classroom. Both projects were a great success.”
The project books are judged on a point
system with the book receiving all possible points as the winner. NAC also
sponsors an annual “Art Contest” to promote National School Breakfast Week.
Catawba Elementary
raises funds for JDRF
CATAWBA – Catawba Elementary School
students came up with a creative way to raise
money for the Juvenile Diabetes Research
Foundation (JDRF), and carry out the theme
for this year, Journey To a Cure: Don’t Stop
Believin’. The students paid a dollar to participate in the spirit days. Monday was “Put
a Cap on Diabetes,” and everyone participating wore a hat. Tuesday was “Journey Across
the Decades for a Cure,” so each person
dressed like someone from a past decade.
Wednesday was “Stand Out Against Diabetes,” and since it was also St. Patrick’s Day,
students dressed in wacky tacky green outfits. Thursday was “Fro Out Diabetes,” and
students came to school with crazy hair. On
Friday it was “Team Up Against Diabetes,”
and students came dressed in their favorite
team colors. The campaign was a success
with lots of participation and everyone went
“all out” in carrying out the themes.
Bandys Class of 1960 and
2000 planning reunions
CATAWBA – The Bandys High School
Class of 1960 and 2000 have announced
plans to host a class reunion in the very
near future. The Bandys High School graduating Class of 1960 will host its 50th an-
niversary reunion on May 15, at Pin Station (across from the Catawba County
Justice building) in Newton, from 3 to 6 p.m.
The reunion will be an informal gathering with casual dress. A tour of Bandys
High School will also be available beginning at 1:30 p.m. Of the 72 members
of the Class of 1960, sixty-seven are still living. For reunion information or questions,
contact Gary Murdock at 704-483-5744.
The Bandys High School Class of 2000
will host their 10 year class reunion on
Sept. 25, at the Hickory Metro Convention
Center in Hickory. Contact Amber Howard at ahoward@hickoryconventions.com
with address information and questions.
Area students selected to
leadership institute
HICKORY – Several area students participated in Catawba Valley Community
College’s eighth annual Student Leadership Institute. Nominated by faculty for
their leadership potential and academic
excellence, the students participated in a
day-long workshop dealing with leadership styles, ethics and conflict resolution.
Special speakers included Dianne Little, director of CVCC’s College Tech Prep program;
Melanie Elrod, CTE Director for Newton-Conover City Schools; Amy Bechtol, director of
CVCC’s Center for Teaching Excellence and
Research; Dr. Hampton Hopkins, Dean of
Student Services at the Carolinas College of
Health Sciences in Charlotte; and Dr. Grace
Mitchell, President of Vadec Resources, Inc.
Awards were presented in portfolio design. Janice Trivette of Claremont won
the award for Outstanding Professional
Portfolio Design. Karen Whitworth of Conover, and Kyle Bennett of Maiden merited
Excellence in Design awards; and Chera
Pardue of Catawba and Ashley Gupton
of Claremont won Honorable Mention.
Students selected by their peers for
their contributions to the Institute as Future Leaders included Ashley Gupton of
Claremont, and Chera Pardue and Karen
Whitworth of Conover. Other students selected to participate in the Student Leadership Institute included Jessica Dial of Conover, Kay Bates of Newton, Trina Aysta
of Denver, and Logan Meyer of Maiden.
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Mill Creek students
named CCS Shining Stars
NEWTON – Catawba County Schools named
Mariah Duncan of Mill Creek Middle School
in Claremont as a February Shining Star. In
addition, Bill Merbach and Harris Warlick of
Mill Creek Middle School were named March
Shining Stars. Duncan, Merbach and Warlick
were honored during the Catawba County
Board of Education regular monthly meetings.
Mariah Duncan, an 8th grade student
was nominated by Joanne Richards,
Yvonne Hildebran and other various faculty members. She is a talented singer
and a model student, as well as a Beta
Club member, and a leader on the Fellowship of Christian Athletes Leadership Team.
Bill Merbach and Harris Warlick, 7th grade
students were nominated by Beth Elmore
and Joyce Vukela-Mayer. Merbach and Warlick exhibited true teamwork when preparing for the Science Olympiad competition
held in February. Their teamwork paid off
– they won first place in the bridge building
event, and won first place in their two additional events. Not only did they help each
other through their teamwork, but they were
an important asset to the entire JV team
as well. Due to their efforts and others, the
JV team took home the first place trophy.
Duncan, Merbach and Warlick all received
a CCS Shining Star trophy, certificate and
a gift certificate from the Texas Roadhouse.
Catawba Rosenwald
selected for book donation
CATAWBA – The Catawba Rosenwald Education Center in Catawba has some new
books, thanks to a generous donation of
$765 from the memorial fund for Hazel Arndt,
a faithful member of the United Methodist
Women (UMW) at Catawba United Methodist
Church. Arndt was an avid reader who dearly
loved books, and members of the UMW group
decided to donate the funds in her memory to
Catawba Rosenwald to purchase books. They
also provided bookplates, “donated in memory of Hazel Arndt,” to go inside the books.
“We know that you will be starting a new
classroom and hope these books will help
your efforts to serve children in our area,”
wrote Linda Frye, president of the UMW.
“Our women’s group is proud to be associated with such dedicated teachers and staff.”
Bandys Drill Team takes
second place at competition
CATAWBA – The Bandys Trojan Drill Team
took second place in Regulation Platoon
Armed Drill, and second place in Exhibition
Platoon Armed Drill at 4th JROTC Brigade’s
“Best of the Best” Military Drill Competition,
which was held in Winston-Salem on March 27.
The Trojan Drill Team was selected along with
12 other Army JROTC Drill Teams out of 320
Army JROTC Programs throughout the state.
Bunker Hill Chorus to
host concert on May 27
CLAREMONT – The Bunker Hill High School
Chorus will host it’s Spring Chorus Concert
on May 27 at 7 p.m., at Bethlehem United
Methodist Church in Claremont. The free
concert will feature performances from the
Beginning Chorus, Mixed Chorus, Concert
Choir as well as a Combined Choir performance. Senior recognitions and awards will
also be given out at the event. Bethlehem
UMC is located at 3214 Catawba Street in
Claremont. For more information or questions, call Pam Farnsworth at Bunker Hill
High School at 241-3355 or e-mail to Pamela_Farnsworth@catawbaschools.net.
HICKORY – The Friends of Hickory Public Library have announced the winners of its National Library Week Bookmark Contest, and
presented certificates and prizes to the three
First Place winners and eight Honorable Mention recipients. Area student, Jordan McLean,
an eight grader at Newton-Conover Middle,
was the winner in grades 6–8. Honorable
Mention awards were given to: Crystal Thao,
eight grade, River Bend Middle; and Seth Hedrick, sixth grade, Newton-Conover Middle.
There were 1,081 entries from schools and
organizations throughout Catawba County,
and the three winning bookmarks have been
printed and will be used as the Hickory Public Library official bookmarks for the year.
Concordia recognized as
an exemplary school
CONOVER – On April 23, Concordia Christian Day School in Conover was selected
as an Exemplary Lutheran School by the
National Lutheran School Accreditation
(NLSA) Commission. Concordia is one of five
schools nationally out of over 2,500 Lutheran
Schools to earn this recognition this year.
The NLSA team visited the school where
they interviewed past and present parents,
community leaders, local public school teachers and church members. The team examined
achievement test scores, enrollment data and
observed the teachers in action. “Concordia
is the only Lutheran School in the eastern
U.S. to receive this recognition,” said Concordia Christian Day School Principal, Bill Unverfehrt said. “The award is not just given for
high test scores but on innovative practices.”
Concordia Christian Day School is located
at 215 5th Avenue Southeast in Conover.
For more information or questions, call 4643011 or visit www.concordialutheran.net.
Mill Creek wins 2010
Battle of the Books contest
CLAREMONT – Mill Creek Middle School in
Claremont has been named the 2010 winner
of the district Battle of the Books in the 6-8
grade competition; Lyle Creek Elementary,
was named 2010 winner of the 5th grade
district; and River Bend Middle School was
named the signboard winner in the district
competition. Teams from 21 elementary
and middle schools came together for the
district battle, after spending the last seven
months reading 27 books. Mill Creek then
competed in the regional Battle of the Books
on April 16 and took 3rd place in the event.
Bunker Hill greenhouse now
selling plants and flowers
CLAREMONT – Once again, the Bunker Hill
High School Horticulture II, as well as Agriscience and Small Engine classes, have
worked hard in getting this year’s spring
plants ready to be sold to the public. Everyone in the program appreciates the support the community has shown the Agriculture Department and the Ag Ed students in
the past and look forward to their continued
support this year. Due to the tight economic
situation, the programs will keep the same
prices from last years sales on everything.
The greenhouse will be open from 8 a.m.
to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, and
8 a.m. to 4 p.m., every Thursday. For more
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Looking at the Carolina Panthers 2010 draft picks
THE SPORTS REPORT
BY RANDY INMAN
uring the 2010 NFL draft, the Carolina Panthers added 10 new players
to their roster, five on the offensive
side of the ball and five on the defensive end.
The Panthers had to skip the first round of the
draft due to trading their first round pick for the
rights to draft Everett Brown last year. According to profootballreference.com, Brown played
in 15 games in 2009, starting one. Brown
had 2.5 sacks, 2 forced fumbles, 2 passes
defended and 15 tackles with 7 assists. Not
quite a bust for giving up a first round draft
pick, but Brown didn’t show much either for it.
With their first pick in the 2010 NFL draft,
the Carolina Panthers picked Jimmy Clausen, a quarterback out of Notre Dame in the
second round. The Panthers got decent
draft value out of Jimmy Clausen because
he is thought to have been a top ten talent
in the 2010 draft. However, attitude concerns led to his falling out of the first round.
I don’t agree with this pick, as the Panthers
could have added a veteran like free agent
Mark Bulger to back up Matt Moore. Now
the Panthers have a quarterback unit with
D
eight combined NFL starts, all by Moore.
With their second pick, the Carolina Panthers selected Brandon LaFell in the third
round. LaFell is a wide receiver out of Louisiana State University, and wide receiver help
was a big need for the Panthers this year. LaFell has decent speed and great size, but he
couldn’t catch a cold in a freezer. You don’t
get to drop too many passes in the NFL. The
Panthers then traded a 2011 second round
pick to get an additional third round pick, and
drafted Armani Edwards, a quarterback out of
Appalachian State. Edwards is a home town
boy who will add a few fans if he does well,
but will be used as a wide receiver. Edwards
is probably too short to play quarterback in
the NFL and will play slot receiver, but could
be used as a quarterback in the Wildcat offense. Edwards did play wide receiver in high
school, and will be used as slot receiver and
on special teams. Edwards is a two time national champion and two time winner of the
Walter Payton Award. Edwards is also the
only player in NCAA Division I history to throw
for 10,000 yards and run for 4,000 yards. I like
this pick, but I wonder if he didn’t go a little high.
Eric Norwood, a linebacker out of South
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tion. Norwood, an
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draft choice this year. Hardy, is from Ole
Miss and can really get to the passer when
he is motivated to do so. Getting him to want
to play hard on every down is the problem
with Hardy, and he kind of sounds like another Julius Peppers. For a sixth round draft
choice, I like that the Panthers chose Hardy.
After Hardy, the Panthers then selected David Gettis, a tall wide receiver from Baylor in
the sixth round. Gettis will bring much needed
speed to the Panthers receivers, and he ran
track while at Baylor. Cornerback/safety, Jordan Pugh from Texas A&M was then selected, and Pugh will probably make the team for
special teams play if nothing else. Rounding
out the sixth round, the Panthers then selected Tony Pike, a quarterback from Cincinnati.
Pike is very tall, but brittle and his canon arm
will earn him a shot on the practice squad unless he is just terrible during training camp.
During the seventh and last round of the
2010 NFL draft, the Panthers added two
more defensive backs to their roster; R.J.
Sanford from Utah and Robert McClain
from Connecticut. I don’t see both of these
guys making the team, and I feel like the
best special teams player of the two will
have the best chance to stick with the team.
The Panthers addressed a lot of needs
during the draft, and only time will tell
if these picks will make a difference.
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‘Run of the Mill’ 5K run/
walk held at Murray’s Mill
Along with the runners/walkers entry fees,
40 volunteers and other campus fundraising
events raised a total of $4,000 for Safe Harbor
Rescue Mission and New Vision Ministry’s
Feed Haiti Campaign. “We had a great turnout this year and invite the community to come
out to the “Run of the Mill” next April, and support a local and global charity while enjoying
a wonderful Catawba County historical site.”
The annual event is open to all runners
and walkers, and a number of area residents
participated in the cross-country run/walk.
MIke Lawson of Claremont was the overall
winner with a time of 19:31.9. Other area
participants included Wendy Yount of Claremont; Stanley Stewart, Karen Moreau and
Robert Moreau of Catawba; David Mitchell,
Marlin Watson, Lisa Saephan, Zachery Goans, Jared Sigmon, Jackson Lamb, Thomas Boston, Kyle Brown, Moises Vazquez,
Christian Trojillo-Torres and Sandra Setzer
of Conover; Matt Hodge, Christina Little,
Ashlyn Little and Melinda Hodge of Newton.
Mike Lawson of Claremont was named the
Overall Men’s Winner. Jackson Lamb and
Thomas Boston, of Conover took second
and third in the Male 10 and Under division.
Ashlyn Little finished first in the Female 11-15
division. Marlin Watson and Zachery Goans
finished second and third in the Male 11-15
division. Lisa Saephan of Conover was the
winner in the Female 20-29 division. Matt
Hodge of Newton was the winner of the
Male 20-29 division. Christina Little of Newton finished third in the Female 30-39 division. Karen Moreau of Catawba and Wendy
Yount of Claremont finished second and third
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Bunker Hill names new football coach
Travis Conner leaves East
Columbus High School to lead
Bunker Hill football program.
BY SCOTT W. RAMSEY
CLAREMONT – When the Bunker Hill
High School Bears varsity and JV football
teams take the field this fall, a new head
football coach will be calling the plays.
Travis Conner (pictured at right) was officially announced as the eighth head football coach at Bunker Hill on April 26 during
a press conference in the school cafeteria.
Conner started off the press conference
by saying Bunker Hill is a football program
ready to go to the next level. “I am committed to making Bunker Hill a winning program,
on and off the field,” Conner said. “We are
going to work hard and do things the right
way here. Bunker Hill is on the verge of being a very special program, and with the
support of the student body, school staff
and the community we will make everybody
proud to support this football program.”
Conner, 43, was the best choice out of
about 50 applicants, according to Bunker
Hill principal, Jeff Taylor. “Travis Conner has
a great track record with smaller schools,
and his desire to be a part of the community
played a big part in his hiring,” Taylor said.
Conner, his wife, Kim and their three children will move to the area over the summer,
once the 2009-2010 school year is over.
Conner has been a head coach for 14 seasons at five schools, four in North Carolina and
one in Georgia – and has an unofficial record
of 63-107. After several seasons as an assistant coach at Cherokee High at Anson County High, Conner took over the head coaching duties at Western Harnett High. After his
1996 team went 1-10, his next four seasons
records were 9-2, 9-3, 10-2 and 10-3, During
his time at Western Hartnett, Conner led the
football program to two conference championships, and was named the 1998 Conference Coach of the Year; 1998 NCPREPS
State Coach of the Year; and the 1999
Charlotte Observer State Coach of the Year.
Conner then coached at South Effingham
High in Guyton, GA, for one season and
then returned to North Carolina to coach
at Jacksonville High. After two seasons at
Jacksonville High, Conner went on to lead
the North Iredell High and East Columbus
High teams before accepting the Bunker
Hill head coach position. While at East Columbus High, Conner led his teams to four
state playoffs, won a conference championship and was named coach of the year once.
Conner said his team will run the Notre
Dame Box offense, with an emphasis on
the no huddle spread offense. Conner
then said running the ball off tackle is key
to the Bears success in a very competitive conference. Conner then stated that
he will run a 5-3 and 4-4 defensive scheme
with a cover three, in order to stop the run.
Conner takes over the Bunker Hill High
School football program from Ron Turner,
who left Bunker Hill with a record of 5-29
over three seasons. After 0-11 and 1-10 records in Turner’s first two seasons at Bunker Hill, Turner then led Bunker Hill to a 4-8
record in 2009, which earned the Bears its
first postseason berth since 2004. The Bears
lost 40-9 to Shelby High in the first round
of the North Carolina state 2AA playoffs.
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Bunker Hill to host various summer sports camps
CLAREMONT – Bunker Hill High School in
Claremont has announced that it will host several summer sports camps in June and July. All
camps will be held at Bunker Hill High School,
and anyone participating will receive a camp
T-shirt and will need to fill out a registration
form before they can participate in the camps.
Kicking things off on June 21-24 from 9
a.m. until 12 p.m., will be the Boys Baseball Camp. Players ages 7-12 will learn
offensive and defensive skills in station work. The cost of the camp is $60.
Girls Volleyball Camp will be held June
16-18 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., and is designed for rising fourth through ninth grade
students. The camp will feature fundamental skill sessions in serving, passing, defense, setting and concepts of timing and blocking. Cost of the camp is $40.
Girls Softball Camp will be offered June
28-July 1 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., and is designed for children ages 10-15. Campers
will learn offensive and defensive skills in
session work. The cost of the camp is $55.
Boys Wrestling Camp will be held June
21-25 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., and is offered to children ages 5-13. Campers
will work on fundamentals, team work
and team play. Cost of the camp is $30.
Girls Basketball Camp will be offered on
June 21-24 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., and is
offered to rising first through ninth graders. Campers will receive fundamental instruction, team play and lectures, and individual and team awards will be awarded at
the end of camp. Cost of the camp is $50.
Boys Basketball Camp will be held July 1215 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., and is designed
for rising fist through ninth graders. Everyone will receive instruction on the fundamentals, team play and lectures. Individual
and team awards will be awarded at the
end of camp. The cost of the camp is $50.
Girls Cheerleading Camp will be offered July
12-15 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., and is offered
to all rising first through ninth graders. Campers will receive instruction in cheers, dance,
jumps, stunts and tumbling and a performance and awards will be presented on the
last day of camp. The cost of the camp is $50.
Bunker Hill High School is located at 4675
Oxford School Road in Claremont. For more
information, questions or to register your
child in one of the 2010 summer sports
youth camps, call Bunker Hill High School
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Annual city wide yard sale
planned for Claremont
CLAREMONT – The third annual Claremont
City Wide Yard Sale has been planned for
May 15 from 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., throughout Claremont. The Claremont Planning
Committee asks those who are planning to
take part in this event to complete an application to register so they may be placed on
the master list and added to the map. There
is no cost for participating, and individuals,
neighborhoods, businesses, organizations,
churches and clubs are encouraged to participate. Spots will be available along Main
Street and in the Claremont City Hall parking lot. Applications are now available at
Claremont City Hall and maps will be available at a later date. For more information or
questions, call Henry Helton at 459-9016.
BHHS to host golf
tournament on May 15
CLAREMONT – The Bunker Hill High School
Athletic and Music Boosters have teamed
up to present a golf tournament at Rock
Barn Golf and Spa in Conover on May 15 at
1:30 p.m. All money raised from the event
will be shared between the two organizations to help fund various projects and pay
for needed equipment. The event will be
held on the Jackson Course at Rock Barn,
and will be a Captain’s Choice four person
team (men, women and co-ed). The cost to
participate is $75 per person or $300 per
four person team, if you register by May 7.
After May 7 the cost to participate is $80
per person and $320 per four person team.
There will be prizes awarded to first, second and third place teams; the men’s and
women’s long drive contest; closest to the
pin contest. The event will also feature a
raffle, door prizes, a variety of mulligans and
a 50/50 drawing. Check in for the event will
begin at 11:30 a.m., and lunch will be provided starting at 12 p.m. If 30 teams are registered by May 7, there will be two open flights
based on reported handicaps. The tournament is also currently looking for sponsors.
For more information, questions, to receive a registration form, or to become a
sponsor, you are asked to contact Mark
Bumgarner at 234-7776, Dayne Miller at
320-7232 or Carl Roth at 704-907-3344.
Sherrills Ford Lions Club
to host fashion show
SHERRILLS FORD – The Sherrills Ford Lions
Club has announced plans to host a fashion
show and dinner event at Camp Dogwood in
Sherrills Ford on May 6 at 6 p.m. Page Collectables in Terrell, Highlights in Newton, Fran’s
Consignment and Specialty Shop in Denver,
Belk of Mooresville, Kohl’s of Mooresville, and
JC Penny of Statesville will participate in the
fashion show. Door prizes will also be given
away during the event. Tickets for the event
cost $14 per person, and can be purchased
at Page Collectables, Highlights, Fran’s or
at the door the night of the event. For more
information or questions, call Margaret Hale
at 478-3701. Camp Dogwood is located at
7062 Camp Dogwood Drive in Sherrills Ford.
The Sherrills Ford Lions Club meets every
second and fourth Thursday of the month
at 7 p.m. at the Lions Den in Sherrills Ford.
For more information or questions, call Margaret Hale at 478-3701 or visit the club’s
Web site at www.sherrillsfordnc.lionwap.org.
Community Day to be held
in Catawba on May 16
CATAWBA – The Town of Catawba, the
Catawba Community Day Association (CCDA)
and Catawba area churches have announced
plans to host its annual Community Day
event on May 16. The free event will begin at
12:30 p.m., at Hunsucker Park in downtown
Catawba and will feature food, fun and fellowship for all area citizens. The event will also
feature games, inflatables, a dunking booth
and more throughout the day. Donations will
be accepted to help cover the cost of food.
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For more information, questions or to make a
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Lake Norman Folk Art
Festival seeks folk artists
SHERRILLS FORD – Applications are now
being accepted for the second annual Lake
Norman Folk Art Festival, to be held from 11
a.m. to 4 p.m., on Oct. 2. Last year, more than
1,000 people attended the festival, which featured 25 folk artists. This juried festival is sponsored by the Hickory Museum of Art and is held
outdoors on Lake Norman in Sherrills Ford.
All artists must complete an application
form, which may be downloaded at www.
lakenormanfolkartfestival.com. Those who
did not participate in last year’s festival also
must submit three photos of their work. An
application fee of $60 must be submitted
with the application. The application fee will
increase to $75 after June 15. All artists selected for the show will be notified by Aug.
1. The application fee will be returned to
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All art offered for sale should be original
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Hwy. 16 Produce to host
multiple yard sales
CLAREMONT – Hwy. 16 Produce in Claremont has announced that they will be hosting
multiple yard sales in their parking lot during
the spring and summer months. The yard
sales will feature a wide variety of merchandise, and will be held on various days throughout the week. Everyone is encouraged to call
The Produce Mart for dates, times and to reserve a spot. The Produce Mart is located at
4908 Highway 16 North in Claremont and is
open Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m.
to 6 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 9 a.m.
to 7 p.m. and Sunday from 12 to 5 p.m.. For
more information or questions, call 465-4445.
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On April 17, the Lake Norman Garden Club hosted their eleventh annual plant and bake
sale at Rehobeth United Methodist Church in Terrell. The sale featured potted plants,
trees, shrubs, herbs and flowers of all types and varieties. In addition to the sale, area
Master Gardeners were on hand to provide information and answer questions on planting and gardening. The sale also featured birdhouses, Lake Norman Garden Club cookbooks, and memorial bricks to be placed at Uncle Billy’s Garden at the Sherrills Ford
Branch Library. All of the proceeds from the sale go to Uncle Billy’s Garden and a
scholarship fund for Bandys High School students. The Lake Norman Garden Club
meets every third Monday of the month at 12 p.m. at various locations throughout the
area. For more information, call 478-9274.
Kids Only of NC now
enrolling for summer camp
CLAREMONT – Kids Only of North Carolina in Claremont has announced it is currently enrolling children in its summer
camp program at the facility. The summer
camp will run from June 11 through Aug.
21, and will offer weekly themed educational activities for children of all ages.
Weekly activities will include field trips,
community service projects, visits to the
Claremont Library, swimming, fishing,
ropes course, skating, movies, bowling,
trips to the Catawba Science Center and
much more. Registration for the summer
camp is $25, and includes a camp T-shirt.
Weekly fees are $100 and daily fees are
$20, and fees include meals and snacks.
Kids Only of NC is located at 2952 North Oxford Street in Claremont. For more information, questions or to register for summer camp,
call 459-0004, e-mail to 04keligh28@live.com
or visit www.kidsonlyofnorthcarolina.com.
SHERRILLS FORD – Brighten Academy Preschool in Sherrills Ford is currently enrolling
children for its Summer Camp Program. Nine
sessions will be offered from June 14 through
Aug. 24, as an outlet for children to relax, unwind, learn, laugh and enjoy their summer.
Sessions include: Summer Fun at the
Beach from June 14-18; Day at the Museum
from June 21-25; Olympics from June 28July 2; Blast from the Past from July 6-9;
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Brighten Academy Preschool is located at 8057 Island Point Road in Sherrills Ford. For more information, call 4784040 or visit www.brightenacademy.net.
Riverside Moose Club
announces May events
CONOVER – The Riverside Moose Family
Center #2498 have announced that they will
host the following events during the month
of May. Every Friday evening they will host
Bingo beginning at 5:30 p.m., with the main
game beginning at 7 p.m. They also feature
a home cooked buffet meal for $7.50 per
person, beginning at 6 p.m. The menu for
Friday evenings in May will feature the following: May 7, hamburger steak; May 14,
pork chops; May 21, grilled chicken; and May
28, country style steak. The weekly meals includes two side dishes, salad, a homemade
dessert and a drink. One special feature for
May will be a BBQ dinner on May 22. The cost
of the meal is $7.50 per person. The meal
will include all of the traditional BBQ fixings.
The Women of the Moose will host a breakfast on the first Saturday of each month, and
the Men of the Moose will hold a breakfast on
the third Saturday of each month beginning at
7:30 a.m. Cost of the breakfast is $6, and will
include all of your favorite breakfast foods.
Proceeds from all of these events go to
support various Moose projects throughout the year. The public is invited and encouraged to attend all of these events.
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When God is silent
FROM THE PULPIT
BY REV. DENNIS J. RICHARDS, SR., D.MIN., D.D.
J
ob 38:1 The theme of the book of Job is
patience and service. Silence can be a
terrifying thing. Take for example the silence before or in the midst of a storm (hurricane) or the silence just before a battle. It
brings to mind verse 1 in Revelation chapter 8, “When He opened the Seventh Seal,
there was silence in heaven for about half
an hour.” This is the silence before God’s
wrath. The silence of God can be a terrifying thing. It is intensified when we are at a
distance from Him and He is totally silent.
Job demands, from his ash heap, that God
read the charges against him. Surely, he
has the right to know why he’s being punished. Inside he’s screaming “what have I
done wrong?” The silence of God is suspicious. Like a witness who pleads “the fifth,”
God’s silence is interpreted as guilty. For Job
the question before him is no longer his innocence, but God’s. Can a person who suffers unreservedly continue to believe that
a silent God is a just God? So, Job indicts
God. Job determines that his questions will
be answered. He deserves to have them
answered. He demands that God justify His
actions by asking “what are you doing?”
“Why are you doing it?” But heaven is silent.
We may be surprised that God doesn’t reveal to Job why he’s suffering. In fact, when
it’s all over, Job still doesn’t know why he has
suffered. He’s never told of the conversation
in heaven between God and Satan. There
are many wounded people who will live out
their lives without knowing “why” some things
have interrupted their lives. You may want to
cry out “talk to me,” “help me.” If God would
just say something or just give me a clue.
We could try and make everything alright if
God would just give a hint, if he’s just speak.
But like Job, we learn the tough lesson that
God is not obligated to explain His actions.
The Silence Is Broken
Finally, God speaks. At last, some answers.
It’s about time. Now I’ll know the reason.
After 37 chapters of silence, we are going
to hear God’s side of the story. Listen. Out
of the whirlwind, God speaks (Job 38: 2-3).
“Job, you have no clue about what’s going on.” “Fasten your seat belt ‘son’ for you
asked for it. It’s time for you to answer some
questions.” Do you have the feeling this is not
going to go the way Job is expecting? But, at
least, God is finally speaking. (Job 38: 4-5)
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CLAREMONT, NC
REV. COLLEEN SAMSON
For information about our
services and programs call
828.464.5194
or e-mail to
bethanyuccoffice@aol.com
Members of Bethany United
Church of Christ in Claremont
invite you to join us for
Worship every Sunday at 10:30 a.m.
And Adult Education Classes,
plus Jesus for Kids time
every Sunday at 9:30 a.m.
tions, He’s asking
them. He seems to
be saying something
totally irrelevant and
has nothing to do
with what’s going
on. God acts like a
judge who dozes off
in the middle of the
trial and has missed
the main argument.
God Has
The Right
When at last God
speaks, He tells Job
RICHARDS
to turn on “The Discovery Channel.” He tells him to just look at
nature. He flings the universe in Job’s face
and invites him (the creature) to instruct his
Creator. What is God saying? He’s saying
He has the right to do whatever He pleases.
God, the Creator, alone has the right to govern and the right to say whether or not He
is doing it properly. This is the first and most
difficult hurdle of all. We can never live with
life’s disappointments unless we settle this issue. In order to get the right answer, we must
learn to ask the right question. The question
here is “Does God have a right to do what
He does?” Perhaps Psalms 115:3 will further
clarify the answer “Our God is in the heavens, He has done whatever He has pleased.”
God Has A Reason
(Job 42: 1-2) Job replied to the Lord, “there
is a purpose,” even if I don’t understand it.
This is one of the supreme lessons of Job,
“Our suffering serves a larger purpose of
God.” It is for us as well as others or perhaps
future generations. By putting the life of Job
in His word, God reminds us when we’re
down and out and crying out “why me,” there
are others who’ve suffered greater than we
have. This links our human lives with a divine
purpose just when we think it seems the purpose of God for us has been broken off. Pain
is changed to privilege and sorrow becomes
a sign of divine approval. How sweet is God’s
hard love in the midst of our brokenness.
God Has A Reward
“After Job had prayed for his friends, the
Lord made him prosperous again and God
gave him twice as much as he had before.” “The Lord blessed the latter part of
Job’s life more than the first,” (Job 42: 1012). All of his relatives and friends threw a
party for job and brought gifts including a
piece of silver and a gold ring. I believe
that’s what God want to do for all of us. He
seems to save the best (wine) for last. Remember, He gave Job twice as much as
before. Let’s see how God rewarded Job.
• 4,000 sheep – He started with 7,000.
• 6,000 camels – He started with 3,000.
• 1,000 yoke of oxen – He started with 500.
• 1,000 donkeys – He started with 500.
• Seven sons and three daughters – He
started with seven sons and daughters.
Wait. Did I read that right? That can’t be
right. He started out with 10 children, so he
must how have 20 children. Look in your Bible, does it say that? So, did he have 20 children? Yes. 10 down here and 10 in heaven.
You never really lose someone when they’ve
gone to Heaven. I hear people say to those
who have suffered a death in the family “I hear
you lost _____.” You didn’t really lose them.
Your know where they are. Your can’t lose
someone when you know where they are.
• Death can hide, but not divide.
• They are but on the other side.
• They are with Christ and Christ with me.
• United still in Christ are we.
The Lord told Job’s friend Eliphaz that He was
angry with him and his two friends because
they had not spoken properly of Him like Job
had. God commanded them to make sacrifices for themselves. He said “My servant Job
will pray for you, and I will accept his prayer
and not deal with you according to your folly.”
Those Who Suffer Deeply
Can Be Used Greatly By God
I like to imagine that God went looking for
Satan afterwards. Satan probably made himself scarce. God probably found him under
some rock. “Come out Satan, and pay up! I
won the bet. I told you that Job would serve
me for nothing and I was right.” I like to imagine that maybe someday God could point to
me and say to Satan “See I told you he would
serve me for nothing.” Yes there are hurts,
you cry, but in the midst of things you don’t
like or you really don’t understand, God really
isn’t silent after all. We just don’t listen good.
The Rev. Dennis J. Richards, Sr., D., Min.,
D.D. is the Minister of First Baptist Church
in Claremont. For more info, call 459-7110.
Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church ELCA
3180 West Main Street, Claremont
828.459.7195
REV. WESLEY R. FRYE, PASTOR
Sunday School - 9:30 AM
Morning Worship - 10:30 AM
Other Services By Announcement
“Your Friendly Neighborhood Church”
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Bethlehem UMC announces upcoming events for May
CLAREMONT – Bethlehem United Methodist Church in Claremont has announced
several upcoming events for the month
of May. The Bethlehem United Methodist Women are sponsoring their Annual
Mother’s Day Bake Sale on May 8 beginning at 8:30 a.m. If you do not want to buy
an item, donations will also be accepted.
The sale will be held in the Claremont City
Hall parking lot in downtown Claremont.
The Senior Citizens will meet at 10:30 a.m.,
on May 18 in the Fellowship Center for a
meeting. After the meeting everyone is invited to IHOP for lunch at 11:30 a.m. Anyone
needing a ride, call Nell Wintzer at 241-2674.
The Nurture Committee is planning the second annual Celebrate Our Mothers Banquet.
It will be held on May 23 from 4 to 6 p.m.,
in the Fellowship Building. We will have refreshments, entertainment and lots of fun.
The Common meeting will be held at 7 p.m.,
on May 13. A Trustees meeting will be held
on May 30 at 4 p.m. Shut-in Visitation will be
held at 10 a.m., on May 13. The CDC meeting will be held on May 11, at 6:15 p.m. The
Confirmation Class will go to Lake Junaluska for a retreat on the weekend of May 15.
The Outreach Committee is still collecting
for ECCCM with canned goods and dry goods
being greatly needed. We are still collecting
personal items, towels, and wash cloths for
Hickory CCM. Baskets are located in the old
kitchen of the Church. We are in real need
of snacks. We want to continue our mission
to take snacks to the hospital, schools, and
community services. The Senior Citizens are
mailing the DVDs of the worship services to
our shut-ins. If there are any other shut-ins
that would like a DVD, call Nell Wintzer at
241-2674. All other persons that would like a
DVD, see or call Everett Setzer at 465-6225.
A Youth Praise Choir is trying to form and
would like to know how many youth are
interested in joining. Contact Eddie Hendershot at 459-1819 for more information.
Bethlehem United Methodist Church is sponsoring a team for Relay for Life which will begin at 6 p.m., on May 21 and May 22 at 9 a.m.
The Jr. Youth will meet every Sunday afternoon at 3 p.m., and the Sr. Youth will meet
every Sunday afternoon at 5 p.m. If any youth
are interested in joining either of our groups,
contact Eddie Hendershot at 459-1819.
Bethlehem United Methodist Church in Claremont serves refreshments every Sunday
at 9:30 a.m., followed by Sunday School at
9:45 a.m., and then the Sunday Worship
Service at 11 a.m. Bethlehem United Methodist Church is located at 3214 Catawba
Street in Claremont. For more information
or questions, call the church office at 4597480 or visit www.claremontbethlehem.com.
New Life Baptist makes
several announcements
July 18-22 on the church grounds. Children of all ages are invited and encouraged to participate in this fun filled event.
More information will be announced in the
future. Call the church office for more information, questions or to register your child.
For more information or questions, call
the church office at 459-1624. New Life
Baptist Fellowship Church is located at
2952 North Oxford Street in Claremont,
at the Kids Only of North Carolina facility.
CLAREMONT – New Life Baptist Fellowship
Church in Claremont announced the winners of their annual Easter Celebration and
Easter Egg Hunt at Claremont City Park on
April 3. In addition to individual treat bags
and prizes for all the children on hand, there
were first, second, and third place prizes
awarded in each of the three age divisions
for the Easter egg hunt. The winners were
Holly and Hailee Jones, Joseph Whitt, Daniel
Whitt, Kiera Tucker, Alexis Dunning, Hunter
Punch, Kaitlyn Punch and Hunter Kurtz. During the event, the Little Disciples Choir performed and Pastor Michael Craver spoke.
The church has also announced it will
host its annual Vacation Bible School on
Friendship UMC to host
Mother’s Day Tea event
NEWTON – Friendship United Methodist
Church in Newton has announced plans to
host its first Annual Mother’s Day Tea on May
15 from 4 to 5:30 p.m., in the church Family Life Center. All area mothers are invited
St. Mark’s
Lutheran Church
3216 West Main Street
Downtown Claremont
459.2161
www.stmarksclaremont.org
Service Times:
Sundays
8:15 AM & 10:30 AM
For more information on
St. Mark’s programs, call the
church office or visit our Web
site for the monthly calendar
which lists dates and times.
St. Mark’s Lutheran Church plans May activities
CLAREMONT – St. Mark’s Lutheran Church
in downtown Claremont has announced
the following events for the month of May.
St. Mark’s Night at the Hickory Crawdads
game is set for May 23 at 5 p.m. Register
with Susan or Marcheta by May 9. Tickets
are $6 each for a group of 30 or more. St.
Mark’s Sr. High Youth (SHY) May activities
include an outing to Sonic, and Pin Station
for putt-putt and bowling on May 16 at 5:30
p.m., meet at the church parking lot. Area
high school students are welcome to attend.
St. Mark’s now offers the following Open
Gym Nights on May 6, 13 and 27 from 7 to
8:30 p.m., in the church Family Life Center. St.
Mark’s Fun/Fitness at Claremont City Park will
be held on May 4, 11, 18 and 25 at 6:30 p.m.
Meet together and walk, play tennis or enjoy watching the children play on the swings.
Parents are asked to stay with their children,
and no registration is required for this event.
St. Mark’s Parent’s Night Out will be held on
May 14 from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., for children
ages 5-12. Fun activities will be provided in
the Family Life Center. Cost is $6 to cover
food costs. St. Mark’s Super Saturday will
be held on May 22, Bible stories, arts, crafts,
fun and fitness activities for children ages
5-12 will run from 9 to 11:30 a.m., so parents can run errands, clean the house, etc.
St. Mark’s is calling all veterans, and
those currently serving our country for a
Patriotic Tribute themed Fifth Sunday Fellowship event on May 30 from 6 to 8 p.m.
Come and enjoy the free meal and the
patriotic entertainment in your honor. Everyone is invited to attend this event.
Please register for all children and youth activities in advance by contacting, Susan Tucker at 459-2161, ext. 20 or Marcheta Campbell
at 459-7668 or 704-880-6166. Parents must
complete a registration form and waiver before
dropping off your child/children for activities.
The St. Mark’s Preschool has announced it
is currently hosting a gift cards galore spring
fund raiser through May 20. Numerous gift
cards from area businesses can be won, including a $100 Walmart gift card. The drawing for the gift cards will be held on May 23
during the preschool graduation ceremony
at 3 p.m. Tickets cost $1 each, and can be
purchased from St. Mark’s preschool board
and staff members, church staff, parents and
the church office. All proceeds from the fundraiser go to fund the preschool program and
purchase supplies. For more information or to
purchase tickets, call 459-2873 or 459-2161.
The church has announced it will host a global missions yard sale on May 15. Participants
are asked to donate. A generous portion of
their proceeds go to help build four temporary
shelters in Haiti. If you would like to reserve a
spot, donate items to sell or volunteer to help,
call Gene Gibson at 465-2858. New Member
Sunday will be held on May 16 at both services. If you are interested in joining the church,
you are asked to call the church office.
Every Tuesday in May the Quilting Team
will meet from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.; the Cub
Scouts will meet at 6:30 p.m.; and the Boy
Scouts will meet at 6 p.m. The Women
of the ELCA will hold a board meeting on
May 10 at 7 p.m. A Support Team Meeting
will be held on May 10 at 7 p.m. An Ascension Service will be held on May 12 at 7
p.m. in the sanctuary. The Pastor’s Roundtable will be held on May 12 at 12:30 p.m.
A Seniors’ meal and fellowship time in
the Family Life Center will be held on May
15 at 5 p.m. A Church Council meeting has
been called for May 17 at 6:30 p.m. Vacation Bible School will be held at St. Mark’s on
July 25-29. Children of all ages are invited
to experience a week of fun filled events.
Contact the church office for more information or to register your child at 459-2161.
St. Mark’s Lutheran Church is located at
3216 West Main Street in downtown Claremont. You can obtain more information by calling the church office at 459-2161 during regular business hours, or by visiting the church
Web site at www.stmarksclaremont.org.
to attend this Mother’s Day event with tea,
yummy desserts, door prizes, games and
a time of fellowship. All participants are requested to wear Sunday clothes (no jeans,
please). The event is free, but reservations
are recommended, and can be made by email at friendshipumc@charterinternet.com
or by calling the church office at 464-5408.
BETHLEHEM
United Methodist Church
(828) 459-7480
Box 233
3214 Catawba Street
Claremont, NC 28610
www.claremontbethlehem.com
• Service at 11:00 am
• Sunday School at 9:45 am
• Programs for all ages
Pastor: Rev. Dr. Stephen Ray
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Catawba UMC to host
various events in May
CATAWBA – Catawba United Methodist Church in downtown Catawba will host
a Service of Inspiration on May 23 and
24. Medic Tim Hayes will kickoff the special service of inspiration at the church
on May 23. Hayes will preach at both the
8:30 and 10:30 a.m., service and share
his testimony at 7 p.m. Hayes will return to
share more of his story May 24 at 7 p.m.
On May 25 at 7 p.m., the church will host Dave
Sanderson, who will speak at the evening service about his experience on Flight 1549 – the
“Miracle on the Hudson.” The church will host
another service on May 26 at 7 p.m. Speaker to be announced. Love offerings will be
taken at each of these inspirational services.
The Carolina Cross Connection Team will
serve a Mother’s Day luncheon at 12 p.m.,
on May 9. Donations will be accepted for the
CCC Team’s week of work-camp, June 1319. A barbecue luncheon will be served at 12
p.m., on May 23 to raise money for Megan
Sharpe. Sharpe is a college student at UNCWilmington who will be studying in Chile for
five weeks this summer and living with a host
family. The senior high youth group is cosponsoring this event. Everyone is welcome
and donations are appreciated. Teacher and
Graduate Sunday will be held on May 30, as
Catawba UMC will honor their high school
and college graduates. Several college
scholarships will also be awarded on this day.
Catawba United Methodist Church is located at 207 East Central Avenue in downtown Catawba. For more information or
questions, call the church office at 241-4868.
New Life Baptist Church
to host Praise in the Park
CLAREMONT – New Life Baptist Fellowship Church (NLBFC) in Claremont will
host its annual Praise in the Park event at
Claremont City Park in downtown Claremont on May 29 (Rain date will be June 5)
beginning at 12 p.m. The free event will feature live gospel music, a free meal, refreshments and children can enjoy games and
other fun activities in the Kid’s Corner. Everyone is invited and encouraged to attend.
For more information or questions, call the
church office at 459-1624. NLBFC is located
at 2952 North Oxford Street in Claremont.
Area churches needed for
mission in Claremont
CLAREMONT – The United Methodist
churches in western North Carolina are
coming together on June 5, to help make a
positive impact in the community by giving
out free food to area citizens in need. Bethlehem United Methodist Church in Claremont
will partner with Shiloh UMC on June 5, and
pass out food items for needy families in
the City of Claremont City Hall parking lot in
downtown Claremont from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Bethlehem UMC also welcomes any area
churches donations or help for this event.
Food items needed include: rice, dry beans,
canned tuna, peanut butter, saltine crackers,
dried potato flakes, macaroni and cheese and
oatmeal. All donated items can be dropped off
at the church office. For more information or
questions, call Carolyn Leonhardt at 464-6044.
Bethany UCC to offer
after school program
CLAREMONT – Beginning with the fall
2010 school term, Bethany United Church
of Christ in Claremont, will offer an after
school program that will provide care and
homework assistance for children in grades
K-6. Although the program is especially designed to help children with homework, it
will also include other components: recreation, computer skills, reading and math
activities, exercise, music and nutrition.
The needs of each child, as determined
by qualified staff with valued input from parents, will be of primary importance in tailoring the program. Space will be limited, so
enroll your child in the After School All Stars
today by calling 464-7711 or 464-2727.
Bethany United Church of Christ is located
at 2952 Bethany Church Road in Claremont. For more information, call 464-5194
or e-mail to bethanyuccoffice@aol.com.
First Baptist Church to host
several events in April
CLAREMONT – First Baptist Church in Claremont has announced the following events
to be held at the church during the month of
May. The church will continue its study on
“What Would You Do If You Had One Month
To Live?” The church is also hosting a BBQ
fundraiser on May 13-15 from 12 to 5 p.m
each day. May 13 will be for businesses to
pick up orders and make deliveries. May 14
will be for businesses and the public to pick
up orders. And May 15 will be for the public
to pick up orders and dine in at the church.
All pick up and delivery orders need to be
placed by May 8. Plates cost $7.50, BBQ
by the pound costs $6.50, and whole Boston Butts cost $20. For more information or
to place an order, call the church office at
459-7110 or Jerry Teague at 704-779-6832.
The church will also kick off its Family Summer Cinema Series on May 22 at
the church. The film series to be featured
is “Love Comes Softly,” and will begin at
6 p.m. The film series will continue every other Saturday night through Aug. 28.
First Baptist Church in Claremont also hosts
Sunday School at 9:45 a.m. for all age groups,
Sunday Worship Service and Children’s
Church at 11 a.m., and the Sunday Evening
Worship Service at 6 p.m. every Sunday.
First Baptist Church is located at 4791 South
Depot Street in Claremont. For more information, call the church office at 459-7110.
New Vision Church to host
various events in April
CONOVER – New Vision Church in Conover is excited about May and all the activities planned. Worship is held every Sundays at 10 a.m., with children’s activities
planned as well. A professionally staffed
nursery is available for young children.
The church will host a Kids Club event
on May 16, as children from four years old
through the 6th grade are invited to come and
play games, learn a lesson and have some
fun. The event will be held from 3 to 4:30
p.m., in the church Fellowship Hall. Vacation
Bible School will be held July 11-15 with a
celebration on July 18 at 10 a.m. The theme
this year is EGYPT: Joseph’s Journey from
Prison to Palace. The church will have dinner
each night, as well as singing, crafts, games
and a lesson time. On May 15 at 10 a.m., the
church will lead worship for the residents and
staff at Conover Nursing and Rehab Center.
As a new church in the Conover area, we
welcome all into our fellowship. If you have any
questions, visit the church Web site at www.
NewVisionConover.com or call the church
office at 464-1330. The church is located on
New Highway 16 between Rock Barn Road
and US 70, north of the Conover Fire Station.
New Life Baptist Fellowship Church
Would Like To Invite Everyone To
PRAISE IN THE PARK
SATURDAY, MAY 29
FESTIVITIES START AT 12 PM IN CLAREMONT CITY PARK
Join Us For An Afternoon Of Great Gospel Music.
Enjoy A Free Meal And Refreshments.
The Kids Corner Will Offer Activities
And Games For Children Of All Ages.
Rain Date Is Scheduled For June 5!
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Bethany UCC plans
upcoming events for May
CLAREMONT – Bethany United Church
of Christ, located at 2952 Bethany Church
Road in Claremont, will host a Festival of the
Christian Home on May 9. The event will be
observed with special emphasis on the recognition of mothers. Lenoir-Rhyne University
graduate, Bradley Setzer will be recognized
during May, and confirmand Katie Barrett
will be received into membership on May
23, which is Pentecost Sunday. In addition,
a new Pentecost banner has been created
to display in the sanctuary for this occasion.
On May 30, church members and church
friends are invited to travel to “The Little
White Church” in Blowing Rock for a joint
patriotic service with Zion UCC in Lenoir. Following worship, a buffet lunch will be available at the Blowing Rock Conference Center.
The Bethany Community Involvement
Team is busy with plans for the second annual yard sale/bake sale, which will be held
on the church grounds on June 5. Individuals from the church or the community are invited to rent table space for a small fee and
participate in this community wide event.
any church events, call the church of-
fice 464-5194 or e-mail to bethanyuccoffice@aol.com. Rev. Colleen Samson
pastors the Bethany UCC congregation.
First Baptist Church of Claremont welcomes new members
St. Mark’s Lutheran raising
funds for Relay for Life
CLAREMONT – The annual Relay for Life
county wide event will be held on May 21 at
Southside Park in Newton, and St. Mark’s
Lutheran Church in Claremont is currently
selling luminaries to be placed all around the
park in honor or memory of someone who has
cancer or who has passed away from cancer.
The church will also raffle off a quilt, which
was made by church members to raise funds
for the event. The quilt can be seen in the
Family Life Center, and tickets cost $1 each,
six tickets for $5, or 12 tickets for $10. All of
the money raised from the luminary sales and
quilt raffle will go directly to Relay for Life.
St. Mark’s Lutheran Church is located at
3216 West Main Street in downtown Claremont. You can obtain more information
about the St. Mark’s Relay for Life fundraising efforts by calling the church office
at 459-2161 during regular business hours,
or by visiting the church Web site at www.
stmarksclaremont.org. You can also obtain more information by visiting the Relay
for Life Web site at www.relayforlife.org.
PHOTO BY FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF CLAREMONT
On April 11, First Baptist Church of Claremont baptized 13 church members, and had
four more join the church congregation by either letter or statement (pictured above).
The church also hosted a special singing event on April 18, which was enjoyed by
everyone in attendance. First Baptist Church of Claremont is located at 4791 South
Depot Street in Claremont. Every Sunday the church hosts Sunday School at 9:45 a.m.,
Morning Worship at 11 a.m., Children’s Church at 11 a.m., and Bible Study at 6 p.m. The
church also hosts a Prayer Meeting every Wednesday at 7 p.m. For more information
or questions about any of the events, programs or classes, call the church office at
459-7110.
FIRST
BAPTIST
CHURCH
BAR-B-Q
&
SUMMER
CINEMA
First Baptist Church of Claremont will begin its summer season
with a Bar-B-Q event on May 13, 14 and 15, from 12 to 5 PM.
The Bar-B-Q sale will be as follows:
Whole Boston Butts – $20
Bar-B-Q by the Pound – $6.50
Bar-B-Q Dinners – $7.50
Thursday, May 13 will be for businesses and factories
to pick up or make deliveries.
Friday, May 14 will be for businesses and the public
to pick up to go orders.
Saturday, May 15 will be for the public
to eat in or pick up to go orders.
All orders and dine in reservations
must be made by Saturday, May 8.
For more information or to place an order,
you are asked to call 459-7110 or by fax at 459-7541.
You can make an order by mail at:
First Baptist Church
PO Box 489, Claremont, NC 28610
The Family Summer
Cinema Series
will begin on May 22
at 6 PM, and the
featured movie will be
“Love Comes Softly”
starring
Katherine Heigl
Dale Midkiff
Skye McCole Bartusiak
Corbin Bernsen
and
Theresa Russell
The cinema series will continue to run
every other Saturday night through August 28.
First Baptist Church of Claremont would like to invite
everyone to come out and enjoy this feature film,
and follow the life of a young girl’s faith and courage
as she faces the trials of living in the early west.
The Family Summer Cinema Series is free to the public,
and food will be offered at all of these events.
For more information or questions,
call the church office at 459-7110.
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Don Piper speaks at
Bethel Lutheran Church
On April 25, Bethel Lutheran Church in
Claremont hosted an inspirational evening
with best-selling author and speaker, Don
Piper (pictured above). Piper delivered his
message of hope and healing to a near
capacity crowd in the church sanctuary.
Piper told the true story of his death, his
remarkable journey to heaven, his miracle
of renewed life, his 34 surgeries to restore
his broken body and his ministry to help
bitter people become better and turn disappointments into divine appointments.
Piper is the author of the best-selling
book, “90 Minutes in Heaven,” “Daily
Devotions – Inspired by 90 Minutes in
Heaven” and “Heaven is Real – Lessons
on Earthly Joy.” Piper has spent the last
several years traveling across the world
to share his message of hope and healing. Piper has been in the Christian ministry since 1984. While on his way home
from a conference in 1989, he was struck
head on by an 18-wheeler truck and pronounced dead on the scene by several
EMT’s. After 90 minutes he was restored
to life by a miraculous intervention of
God’s grace. During that intervening time,
Piper was privileged to view the splendor
of heaven. After Piper was finished speaking to the capacity crowd, he took the time
to sign copies of his books and meet with
the people in attendance.
Bethel Lutheran Church is located at 5759
Bolick Road in Claremont. For more information, call 459-7378 or visit http://
bethelms.worthyofpraise.org.
Summer volleyball camps
for girls announced
NEWTON – Several summer volleyball camps
for girls will be held at the Newton Recreation
Center in Newton. Volleyball Camp for Girls
– Beginners is designed for girls ages 9-12,
and will be held at the Newton Recreation
Center. Cost of the camp is $60, and will
run on June 21-24 and again on July 12-15.
Both camps will run from 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Volleyball Training for Girls – Intermediate
and Advanced is designed for girls ages 1214, and will be held at the Newton Recreation
Center. Cost of the camp is $60, and will run
on June 21-24 and again on July 12-15. Both
Claremont Lions Club
hosts April meeting
PHOTO BY THE CLAREMONT LIONS CLUB
The Claremont Lions Club held their
monthly meeting on April 15, in the Family
Life Center at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church
in downtown Claremont. The Rev. Wesley
Frye (pictured above) of Mount Calvary
Lutheran Church in downtown Claremont
was the guest speaker at the meeting. It
was also reported that the club had seven
other guests attending the monthly meeting. The Claremont Lions Club meets
each month on the third Thursday evening at 7 p.m., at the Family Life Center of
St. Mark’s Lutheran Church in downtown
Claremont. For more information, call Mac
Robbins at 459-1827 or Nancy Murray at
459-7306.
camps will run from 1 to 4:30 p.m. Volleyball
Skills Clinic for Middle School Girls Tune-up,
is designed for rising 7th & 8th graders. The
camp will be held at the Newton Recreation
Center, and the cost of the camp is $60. The
camp will be held on July 26-29 and Aug.
2-5, and will run from 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.
All camps will be under the direction of
Beth Hine, Mill Creek Middle School Volleyball Coach. Space is limited so you
are asked to sign-up early. Pre-registration and pre-payment are required.
For more information or to register for
a camp, call Cheri Toney at 327-7037.
IS NOW HIRING
OVER THE ROAD AND
REGIONAL DRIVERS
39 cpm + BONUSES!
GOOD HOME TIME
FULL BENEFITS
Must have a CDL-A
One year of recent experience
Good Work History
No Felonies / Drug Charges
Call Or Apply Online Today
828-459-3278
www.cargotransporters.com
4908
Do Your Body A Favor In 2010 By Eating Only The Freshest
Hwy. 16 North
Fruits And Vegetables This Year! Gardening Seeds, Onion Sets,
Flowers, Plants And Hanging Baskets Are Now On Sale!
Claremont
WE CARRY ONLY THE FRESHEST LOCAL FRUITS AND VEGETABLES! WE ALSO CARRY A LARGE
SELECTION OF ASSORTED CANDIES, NUTS, JELLIES, JAMS, PRESERVES, MEATS, CHEESES, DRINKS, 459-0081
HWY. 16 PRODUCE
HONEY, SAUCES, GIFT BASKETS, SPECIALITY ITEMS, ROASTED PEANUTS AND A WIDE VARIETY OF
SUGAR FREE JELLIES, JAMS & PRESERVES! WE ALSO CARRY DELUXE ICE CREAM!
PRESENT THIS COUPON AND TAKE
$1 OFF ANY PURCHASE OF $5 OR MORE!
Minimum purchase of $5 is required to redeem coupon. Limit one coupon per person. Not to be combined with any other offer. Coupon expires 05/31/10.
OPEN SEVEN DAYS A WEEK
MON.-THUR. – 9AM TO 6PM
FRI.-SAT. – 9AM TO 7PM
SUN. – 12 TO 5 PM
We Accept MasterCard,
Visa & EBT Cards!
Friendly, Fast
Professional
Service!
FOUR AREA LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU
Brad Moser, R.Ph.
Bob Busbee, R.Ph.
Ron Harwell, R.Ph.
Melinda Travis, R.Ph.
201 2nd Avenue SW
Catawba
Phone: 241.2422
Fax: 241.2422
E-Mail:
medicap112@aol.com
Hours Of Operation
M-F – 8:30AM-6PM
Sat. – 9AM-1PM
Claremont
Phone: 459.2149
Fax: 459.2140
E-Mail:
medicapclaremont@hfmgmt.com
Hours Of Operation
M-F – 8:30AM-6PM
Sat. – 9AM-1PM
317 First Street East
Conover
Phone: 464.4491
Fax: 464.4495
E-Mail:
medicap114@charter.net
Hours Of Operation
M-F – 8:30AM-6PM
Sat. – 9AM-1PM
401 West A Street
Newton
Phone: 466.1500
Fax: 466.1502
E-Mail:
medicapnewton@charter.net
Hours Of Operation
M-F – 9AM-6PM
Sat. – 9AM-1PM
At your local Medicap Pharmacy®, we’ll always make time for you.
We offer quality health care, service with a smile
and a pharmacist and staff who knows you by name.
NOW THAT’S A HEALTHY DOSE OF REALITY!
OUR SERVICES INCLUDE
• On-Line Refills • FREE Delivery • Herbals • 24 Hour Drop Box • Greeting Cards
• Patient Counseling Services • Drive-Thru Window • Medication Flavoring
• Compounding Services • And We Accept Medicare Billing Methods
If you are turning 65, we can help you choose the Medicare Part D plan that’s right for you!
www.medicap.com

May 2010 - The Claremont Courier

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