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VOLUME 4, ISSUE 25
Week of June 20-26, 2014
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A Waccamaw Transport tanker truck carrying fuel, overturned on The Faircloth Freeway
Thursday afternoon spilling over 2,000 gallons of fuel prompting local Emergency
Management to close portions of the by-pass.
The Accident occurred at the intersection where Hwy 421 South and Hwy 701 merge. As a
result of the accident, traffic entering the by-pass from both directions of Hwy 421 South and
701 South were not being allowed to access the freeway as well as traffic entering Northbound
from Sunset Ave. The closing of this vital loop snarled traffic at most intersections as this
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Citizens say ‘Give us a Break’
On Monday night beginning at 7pm, Sampson County held
a public hearing with the purpose being to allow residents
to voice their opinions on the proposed budget for Sampson
County for the 2014-2015 fiscal year. Everyone was expecting
a fairly substantial crowd to show up, some in favor, and some
against. The most discerning part of the budget being the
proposed 9 cent property tax increase bombshell dropped by
County Manager Ed Causey during the budget message at
the June monthly meeting. The nine cent increase equates to
approximately an 11.5% increase in the 78.5 cent for every $100
of value already being paid by property owners. And Sampson
County is already in the top 15 counties in the entire state with
the highest property tax rate.
Commissioners did meet last Tuesday and slowly whittled away
at the budget, cutting $741,120 from the 3.9 million needed
to prevent a tax increase and still balance the budget. By NC
General Statute the county is required to have an approved
budget in place by July 1st and it is most likely that the county
will never meet that deadline, most probably being forced
to enter into an Interim Budget until the final budget can be
agreed upon.
And that may be the difficult part, “agreed upon”. With a
board that seems to mostly vote 3 to 2 when it comes to cuts,
commissioners have once again found themselves in a dilemma.
Even after having monthly budget meetings, commissioners
have been unable to come to an agreement what cuts, if any
need to be made and more importantly, where they can be
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Harrells Tractor Pull to be held on Friday and Saturday
Many citizens came out on Monday night to have their views
heard, starting with the Superintendent of Sampson County
Schools Dr. Eric Bracey. Dr. Bracey urged commissioners not
to make any more cuts in the ADM funding per pupil that the
county contributes, which has been proposed by the County
Manager at $900.00 per student. Bracey stated, “We need every
dollar we can get. We know how hard the citizens have worked
to provide these funds.”
On Friday and Saturday, June 20 and 21st, the quiet little hamlet of Harrells
in southern Sampson County is going to get a little loud. They plan on
kicking up a lot of dust and dirt and drawing in a very large crowd. A fleet of
what might be called “Muscle Tractors” will roll into town on that Friday and
Saturday night, all for a great cause, the Harrells Volunteer Fire Department.
Some of these trucks and tractors will come from states as far away as Florida
TRACTOR PULL, see P. 3
Several people came out in support of Sampson Community
College, Dr. Paul Hutchins, President of SCC, Tracey Kirkland,
Student Government President at SCC, Sandra Carroll, SCC
Board Member, Willie Jacobs, SCC Board Member; all urging
for the County to not make any more cuts to the college.
President Paul Hutchins stated that the remaining money the
county has allotted for the college
BUDGET, see P. 3
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LOCAL NEWS
From The Desk of
Senator Brent Jackson
Since receiving the
Governor’s proposal
for addressing the
issue of coal ash
disposal, the Senate
has been working to
develop and expand
his plan into a longterm, comprehensive
solution.
The Senate proposal
is
now
moving
through the committee process, where it will be discussed and
vetted before the public. I believe that this is a strong piece
of legislation that demonstrates the Senate’s commitment to
proactively addressing this issue.
Senate Bill 729 - Coal Ash Clean-Up
Last week, Senator Tom Apodaca (R-Henderson) and Senator
Phil Berger (R-Rockingham) introduced a comprehensive
and aggressive plan for coal ash management that would give
North Carolina the strictest regulations on coal ash in the
country and make it the first state to force the closure of all
coal ash ponds.
As we prepare to begin this process, I want to remind you all
that you are welcome to send me any thoughts or concerns
regarding appropriations or special provisions in the budget.
I am also happy to answer any questions related to the budget
process and timeline.
January 15, 2015.
District Headlines
The bill also creates 29 new positions for oversight of coal ash
management operations. These regulatory positions, along with
the commission’s operating expenses, will be funded by utilities
with coal ash ponds and cannot be passed on to consumers.
Midway Raiders Clinch State Title
A year after falling one game short of the 1-A State Title,
the Midway Raiders made a successful run at the 2-A State
Championship, sealing it with a decisive 4-2 victory over
Bunker Hill. Midway struck first with a three run first inning
followed by eight consecutive strikes outs from the Most
Valuable Player, Matt Barefoot. Barefoot, allowing only 2 runs
off of four hits, suffered from a broken hand during the Easter
tournament at the beginning of the year and was not cleared to
play until the beginning of the State Playoffs. The Raiders have
not won a state championship since 1981.
House Bill 558 - Soil and Water District Refunds
Earlier this year, Rep. Chris Whitmire brought to my attention
that certain Soil and Water Districts were receiving tax rebates
under state law, while others were not. When Rep. Whitmire
decided to sponsor legislation to address the issue by extending a
rebate to the districts that were not receiving it, I gladly agreed to
run the bill on the Senate side. As it moved through the committee
process, it was amended to include district prison facilities and
has now been sent back to the House for concurrence.
Budget Process Update
On Monday evening, the North Carolina Senate voted not to
concur with the House version of Senate Bill 744, otherwise
known as the budget. The vote against concurrence is a
routine procedure that begins a negotiation process that we call
“conference”.
The proposed committee substitute to Senate Bill 729 sets a
firm 15-year timetable for dewatering and closing all unlined
coal ash ponds in North Carolina and eliminates the practice
of wet ash disposal. The plan requires the Dan River, Asheville,
Riverbend and Sutton coal ash ponds to be excavated and
closed within 5 years.
The conference process begins when one house amends a bill
passed by the other house, and then the house that originally
passed the bill rejects the changes. In order to streamline the
process of coming to an agreement on final language, the House
and Senate each appoint several members to a “Conference
Committee”, which is charged with negotiating a compromise
solution. That compromise must then be ratified by both houses
before being sent to the Governor.
To protect North Carolina consumers, the bill bans utility
companies from recovering costs for the damage caused by
coal ash spills, including associated civil or criminal fines. It
immediately places a moratorium on all rate increases from
utilities that use coal ash ponds in North Carolina until
The budget always goes to conference, since it is such a large bill
with so many possible points of contention. The conferees in
the budget process are generally the Appropriations chairs of
both houses, along with a few other members of each house’s
leadership.
Please join me in congratulating these student-athletes and
their coaches on this outstanding accomplishment.
District 10 Spotlight
DeAsia Edwards and Marcus Ford of Clinton High School
This week, I want to turn the spotlight on a couple of up-andcoming young Sampsonites. DeAsia Edwards and Marcus
Ford, both Clinton High School seniors, have been selected to
receive $1,000 scholarships awarded by the Sampson County
Chapter of the North Carolina A&T State University Alumni
Association, Inc. Both students will be attending North
Carolina A&T in the fall. DeAsia plans to major in accounting
and Marcus plans to study computer science. Please join me
in thanking the A&T Alumni for providing this opportunity
and wishing these two the best of luck as they begin the next
chapter of their lives.
In Closing
Thank you for allowing me to serve as your representative in
the North Carolina Senate. I read every email that comes to
my legislative account and I encourage you to reach out to me
with your thoughts and concerns. If you would like to stay
informed of my actions in the legislature, I encourage you to
friend me on Facebook and/or follow me on Twitter.
Miss Clinton Receives Proclamation Dedicating
June 21st Taylor Bowden Day in Clinton
Bowden adds, “I am also ready to dedicate my time to implementing my platform in the classrooms as Miss Clinton. It has always
been a dream of mine to represent my hometown and compete at
Miss North Carolina.”
Those were the words of Miss Clinton nearly 6 months ago after
learning she would be the first young lady to represent Clinton in
recent years at the 2014 Miss North Carolina Pageant. Taylor, a
recent Hobbton High School graduate, is currently attending Barton
College on a Softball Scholarship.
Clinton Mayor Lew Starling, Miss Clinton Taylor Bowden
and her brother Brett
“When crowned Miss Clinton 2014 I was overwhelmed with excitement,” says Taylor Bowden. “The emotion that ran through
me at that time was very unique. Not only am I excited, but I also
am very eager to represent my hometown for the next year.” Miss
Pageant. Having a representative in the pageant will allow the rest
of our state to see the type of wonderful people we have in our
community. We wish Ms. Bowden the best and much success.”
As Taylor left Mayor Starling’s office she shared that she is excited about the upcoming pageant.
On June 10th, Clinton Mayor Lew Starling presented Taylor with
a proclamation dedicating June 21st as Taylor Bowden Day in the
City of Clinton. While Taylor’s mom, brother Brett, and friends
looked on, Mayor Starling read the proclamation to Miss Clinton.
Taylor left for Raleigh last Saturday with preliminary competition
beginning on Tuesday of this week. For Taylor, the best part of
pageant competition is the opportunity to work on her platform.
“I’m very passionate about my platform, Active and Able: Empowering Students with Special Needs, because of my brother. I
grew up watching him face the challenges of Down Syndrome,
and I just believe in promoting and empowering other students
like Brett.”
“We honor you for your service and what you have done,” stated
Starling. “And we offer our best wishes for you on June 21st as we
declare that day Taylor Bowden Day in the City of Clinton.”
Taylor concluded by saying, “I would like to thank the people of
Clinton for all their support. It’s just such an honor to represent
Clinton as Miss Clinton.”
Starling also invited Taylor’s brother Brett to join his sister for pictures and presented Brett with a City of Clinton lapel pin for him
to wear as he cheers on his sister in the 2014 Miss North Carolina
Pageant.
The finals, of course, will air LIVE on TWC SportsChannel
(Channel 323), and webcast on twcnews.com at 8pm on Saturday! The final show will also be on Local On Demand (Channel
1020) the next day.
Mayor Staring later said, “We are proud to have an outstanding
young lady representing our community in the Miss North Carolina
Good Luck Taylor! The City of Clinton and Sampson County are
pulling for you.
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TRACTOR PULL, cont. from 1 and Maryland. Pull organizer Fire Chief George
McGill expects that over 3,500 people from up
to 100 miles away will converge on Harrells over the two days to join in on
the excitement and fun found at the Harrells 300 Truck and Tractor Pull.
Starting over 15 years ago, the Tractor Pull in Harrells is organized by the
Harrells Fire Department and is sanctioned by the United Pullers of the
Carolinas and the National Tractor Pullers Association. All proceeds this year
will go to purchase new fire equipment for the fire department which has over
50 volunteer firefighters.
Chief McGill also responded, “The event has always brought great
entertainment for people in the general area. The revenue goes to help not
only Harrells but also Sampson County as a whole. The pullers will stay in
motels, buy gas, eat, and spend money while in the county bringing in much
needed revenue and sales tax dollars.”
All the noise adds up to a great deal of fun and excitement for the whole
family. Little ones will cover their ears, eat funnel cake, and scream as they
watch their favorite truck or tractor screech down the dirt track, spinning
wheels and throwing dirt high in the air.
The tractors have come a long way over the years. What started out with
a few farmers and perhaps a little too much boasting in Missouri way back
in 1929, has turned into a highly entertaining, highly competitive circuit
sport governed by a sanctioning body that ensures fair competition for the
contestants and safe entertainment for the spectators.
The first organized pull in North Carolina was in 1972. The North Carolina
Tractor Pullers Association and the East Coast Tractor Pullers Association
merged in the 1990’s to form the United Pullers of the Carolinas. Today, the
United Pullers of the Carolinas sanction pulls in North and South Carolina,
Virginia, and Eastern Tennessee.
Today’s multi-engine tractors can reach wheel speeds of 175 miles per
hour while pulling 68,000 pounds down a 300 foot track. That is a lot of
horsepower, a lot of noise, a whole lot of excitement and good ol’ wholesome
fun. There are 7 different classes this year; Super Stocks, 4 X 4 Trucks, Mini
Modified Tractors, Light 4 X 4 Trucks, Super Farm Tractors, 2 WD Trucks,
and Modified Tractors. This year’s pull is expected to have over 40 pullers
or as they are often called “hooks” with ages ranging from 18-65 years old.
On Friday night anyone with a stock 4 X 4 truck can enter (not modified in
any way) the Stock 4X4 Pull. According to McGill, “We will accept the first
10 entrees (there is an entry fee required) and the winner of the event will
receive a trophy.”
Harrells’ Fire Chief George McGill is hoping for a big turnout this year. The
money raised will help him and the other firemen protect the 1,000 homes and
farms in southern Sampson County served by the Harrells Fire Department
since 1957.
Of course you can’t get too much barbeque, and with Sampson County offering
up some of the best barbecue around, you’ll want to wait until you get to the
Harrells Fire Department track near the intersection of U.S. 421 and N.C. 41
to eat. Barbeque sandwiches, hotdogs, ice cream and funnel cakes and other
snacks will be available along with your favorite soft drinks. Harrells Tractor
Pull t-shirts will also be for sale.
Also this year on Saturday night 6:00 pm there will be a “Kiddy Pull”sponsored by the United Pullers of the Carolinas. The event is called “Pedal
Against Drugs”. Classes will be based on age and the winners for each class
will receive a trophy. Sign up begins at 5pm and there is no cost for the
children to participate. Pedal tractors for the kids to use will be provided.
The event is a great way to spend time with the whole family and the organizers
insure family fun is found by all. Alcohol and coolers are prohibited and clean
facilities will be available to the public. Gather up the whole family, a few
neighbors and grandma too, and come out to Harrells to have a great time
with friends and family while you watch the loudest sports event in Sampson
County at the Harrells 300 Truck and Tractor Pull.
The Harrells Truck and Tractor Pull is scheduled for Friday and Saturday
June 20th and 21st starting at 7:30 pm each night. The event is sponsored by
the Harrells Volunteer Fire Department located at 606 Tomahawk Hwy, near
the intersection of US 421 and NC 41 in Harrells. Admission is Adults/$18.00,
Children 6-12/$5.00 and 5 years and under is Free. For more information
about the event call (910)532-4276 or check them out on the web at www.
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Responding to the emergency were Clinton Police Department, Clinton Fire Department,
Taylors Bridge Fair Department, Halls Fire Department, State Highway Patrol, Sampson
Emergency Management, Department of Transportation. Emergency Management set up
their command center at the accident site.
A HAZMAT team from Fayetteville was on the scene early Thursday afternoon working to
contain and clean up the substantial spill.
Reports indicate the driver of the transfer truck was transported to Sampson Regional
Hospital for treatment. No report of his condition was available at press time.
“Are crucial in our budget. I do not want us to just have a mediocre
college; I want us to have the best college we can have.” He also
reminded that the college prepares the work force for Sampson County.
BUDGET, cont. from 1
County employees came out in full force to voice their concerns as well. Mrs. Ann Knowles
with the SC Veterans Office stated that her office could not take any more cuts. “We are to the
bare bones.” She also discussed the need to set aside money for the new voting machines and
the importance of the pay study that is currently underway. Michael Warren with the county IT
Department voiced his concerns over employee pay stating that he was only making $100 more a
month than he was making when he started 10 years ago. He stated that he was, “At a tilt here and
I am going to have to make a choice here.” He continued to state that he may be forced to go out of
county to find a better paying job. Susan Heath, with the Sampson County Tax Department spoke
out stating that the county needed to start doing business tax audits and that the tax department
employees felt like that “was a way to raise the tax base.” She also discussed how she would be
affected if the county eliminated spousal insurance. “I would probably quit my job and half the
people in my office would as well.” Jane Robinson, also with the SC Tax Department, spoke
with tears in her eyes that she had been through 3 pay studies and had not seen any of them
implemented. Heather Boney with the SC Library system discussed how her department had
severe cuts from the state level. “I have been cut 15% anyway that you look at it. I have given
my left leg; I hope I can keep my right leg.” She asked commissioners, “I respectfully ask that my
department be excused from deliberations this year.”
Sampson County citizens with a different perspective spoke out against the negative impacts the
tax increase would have on senior citizens and business development. Don Myers of Turkey
reported that he had the identical car as his daughter and that he was paying more than 40%
more on car taxes in Sampson County than where she lives. “I think the tax rate in this county is
stifling to small businesses. It is discouraging to me.” Another local resident and candidate for
the NC House, Ken Smith stated that he had been around the county speaking to people about
the tax increase and that the average person will be adversely affected. Smith said, “I am going to
encourage you- big government is not the solution, pouring more money into education is not the
solution. By putting the extra burden on them (the taxpayers) is not the right direction.”
Sampson County Citizen Gail Adams stated that she was representing the senior citizens of
Sampson County. She remarked, “Increase the sales tax not the property taxes. I am sorry that
will not keep my boat afloat.” She also noted that she had done her own research and that Sampson
County had the 15th highest tax rate in 2013-14 and in 2012-13 Sampson County was #8.
Billy Peterson, a citizen of Snow Hill, spoke about how he had moved to Sampson County for a
better life, a life that he had not found. “The taxes on my house are way too much now. Please
keep them at the same rate as they are now. I plead with you tonight, ‘Give us a break’.”
At this point Chairman Strickland stated, “Time is drawing close to the point when something
needs to be done.”
Commissioner Albert Kirby made a motion for County Manager Ed Causey to prepare a budget
that reflected a “Zero tax increase” and a Budget that reflected a “3 cent tax increase”. Kirby stated,
“I would like to look at the numbers. To see where the greatest damage would be done.”
Upon this request it was apparent that Causey was unhappy with the motion. Causey replied,
“You are going to be sending a vast number of people (employees) home.
At that point Commissioner McLamb asked if he could ask the audience a question. Chairman
Strickland then had to bring the meeting back into “Public Hearing” to allow the question to be
asked and Kirby had to withdraw his motion that was on the floor.
McLamb then asked the audience if they were in favor of keeping Parks and Recreation or
discontinuing it. It seemed like with the show of hands that the audience was really unsure of
their answer, with only a few hands for or against.
McLamb asked Finance Director David Clack how much the county would save by doing away
with the Parks and Recreation to which Clack answered, “Around $646,000 or 1 ½ cents off the
tax rate.”
Once back into discussion, Kirby restated his previous motion, “So I can see- I know that will
involve cuts. I wanted to see what it would look like on paper. I want him (County Manager)
to use his best judgment and experience to see how the county would operate under those two
scenarios.” The motion was seconded by Commissioner Harry Parker.
Commissioner Lockamy replied, “I just don’t think we have time for it.”
Kirby remarked, “We have a whole week. When we are talking about individuals having a 7 cent
tax increase. I am not saying that I would vote for it. I want to at least see what it would look like,
where the pain would be. I have sat on this board now for 5 years now. I have complained about
taxes and how they are perceived. This is not new to me. Our spending sometimes looks a lot like
Washington. There are consequences from it. I only have one vote though.”
Strickland said that he would like to “stay the course working on the budget. Take 3.2 million off
you would have a balanced budget. Put 1.2 million on, you are talking about a 3 cent tax increase.”
Causey remarked that he struggled with the fact that the commissioners had been in budget
meetings for the last 11 months and he kept hearing about waste in government but no one could
tell him where it was. He also noted that for the commissioners to be surprised at a tax increase
without making any cuts over the 11 months was hard to believe. “If you want to reduce the budget
you certainly can.” He stated that the commissioners could start adding up how much employees
make and multiplying that
by the number of employees
that would have to be cut to
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reduce the budget. “I don’t
think I can do that. I will be
left with a government that
will not operate on the level
you want. I just don’t have
the ability to do that. You
will come up with massive
cuts in personnel in order to
do that.” He also discussed
the counties dire need for
a capital reserve account to
address the aging needs of
the buildings owned by the
county.
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expensive expenditures for
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Labor Department Recognizes Businesses
include: Bluescope Steel, Murphy Brown, Murphy
Family Ventures, Prestage Farms, S&W Ready Mix
Concrete, Sampson Correctional Institution, Schindler
Elevator Corporation, House of Raeford Farms, City of
Clinton, Guilford Performance Textiles, JW Transport,
Precision Tool & Stamping, NC Department of Commerce, Division of Workforce Solutions, Riverside
Sand Company, and Ecno Oil.
The N.C. Department of Labor honored area employers and employees at the agency’s annual safety awards
banquet in Clinton on Tuesday, June 17.
“It’s really an honor for me to travel throughout the
state and recognize these employers who are making
a commitment to their employees’ safety and health,”
Labor Commissioner Cherie Berry said. “These employers are helping to make North Carolina workplaces
some of the safest in the country.”
Awards range from one consecutive year to 42 consecutive years of practicing safety. One Million-Hour award
was also given to House of Raeford.
The awards honor outstanding on-the-job safety
achievements of each company during 2013. Recipients are from Beulaville, Clinton, Kenansville, Laurinburg, Rose Hill, Roseboro, Tar Heel, Tarboro, Wallace
and Warsaw.
Commissioner Berry was a guest speaker and also a
presenter at the award banquet. The event, co-sponsored by the N.C. Department of Labor and the Clinton-Sampson Chamber of Commerce, was held at the
Sampson Agri-Exposition Center, 414 Warsaw Road in
Clinton, N.C.
The Safety Awards Banquet is an opportunity to recognize those businesses and industries that have practiced
safety throughout the past year. “In partnership with
the NC Department of Labor, the Clinton-Sampson
Chamber of Commerce also commends both the business and its employees for their effort and dedication to
safety. The Chamber values the county’s workforce and
as many businesses and industries receive numerous
awards at the safety awards banquet, it is evident that
our area businesses and industries make the safety and
health of their employees a priority,” stated Janna Bass,
Executive Director of the Clinton-Sampson Chamber
of Commerce.
While the evening is very informal, the information
and passion behind Commissioner Berry’s statements
Bass concluded by saying, “We are looking forward to
next year’s event and we encourage businesses to contact Eursula Joyner at the North Carolina Department
of Labor for more information on the Safety Awards.”
Courtesy Photo
Local Businesses were recognized by the Department of Labor
and Chamber of Commerce at a banquet Tuesday evening.
on behalf of safety are heartfelt and appreciated. Commissioner Cherie Berry was elected to the statewide
office of Commissioner of Labor in 2000 after serving
eight years in the N.C. House of Representatives. In
2004, Berry won re-election to a second four-year term
and to a third four-year term in 2008. On November 6th,
2012, Cherie Berry made North Carolina history when
she was re-elected to a fourth term, making her the longest serving Republican on the Council of State. She is
also the first female labor commissioner in North Carolina’s history.
Her goal as labor commissioner is to make North Carolina the safest state in the county for workers was evident behind her genuine and honest comments on Tuesday, June 17th. As each award recipient accepted their
award, she gave heartfelt congratulatory remarks and
commended them on a job well done. Award recipients
Under program rules, companies must have been free
of fatal accidents at the site for which the award is given
to be eligible. The gold award criteria are based on a
DART rate that is at least 50 percent below the statewide rate for its industry. The rate includes cases of
days away from work, restricted activity or job transfer.
The silver award is based only on cases with days away
from work. They are recorded when the worker misses
at least one full day of work, not including the day of
the injury. The applicant must attain an incidence rate
for cases with days away from work that is at least 50
percent below the rate for its industry.
42nd Consecutive Year
Ecno Oil Inc.
Million Hour Awards
1 million hours, or multiples thereof, with no lost-time
accidents
House of Raeford Farms Inc.
1 Million Hours
March 29, 2013, through Dec. 20, 2013
Marijuana Seizure
Faison, NC- On June 18, 2014 Deputies with the Sampson
County Criminal Interdiction Team stopped a motor vehicle
on I40- near the mile maker 353 in the east bound lane. Deputies had observed the vehicle speeding in excess of the posted
speed limit and also noticed the vehicles windows were illegally tinted. Deputies conducted a probable cause search on
the vehicle and its occupants due to a strong odor of marijuana
coming from inside the vehicle.
Mackenzie Hayes
The search yielded over 3 pounds of marijuana, digital scales
and other drug paraphernalia inside the vehicle. As a result the
following suspects were taken into custody and charged:
Driver- Storm Tootle, 21, W/M of 102 Hunt Drive. Hubert, NC
was charged with Felony Possession of Marijuana, Possession
with Intent to Sell and Deliver Marijuana, Maintain a Vehicle, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Bond was set at
$35,000.
Passenger- Mackenzie Hayes, 19, W/M of 130 Corbett Rd.
Swansboro, NC was charged with Felony Possession of Marijuana, Possession with Intent to Sell and Deliver Marijuana and
Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Bond was set at $25,000.
BUDGET, cont. from 3
building that are not leaking and million dollar software. “We
have to at least make an effort.” Kirby also noted that out of the
last 12 years, there had been a tax increase every year except
for two of those years. Strickland stated that was not true, with
Kirby stating that he had the data, data that was given to him by
the Finance Office. “You have got to respect me when I say I will
not accept 7 cent, 9 cent tax increase.”
Manager Causey, quite heated said, “I take issue with that (being
called flippant) and I am offended. A straight forward answer can
sometimes be simple. All I hear is waste in government. I would
think over the last 4 years, if there was any waste, we would have
gotten rid of it. I have heard you say that it is the commissioners
job to accept a budget and make any cuts.”
Strickland said, “There is a term, ‘Measure twice-cut once.’ I will
change that to ‘Think twice, cut once’.”
Jefferson Strickland continued, “There is a motion on the floor
and we will follow parliamentary procedure.” McLamb asked if
the County Manager would have time to do that. Causey replied,
“I would guess at the end of the day that you would have time
to do whatever the board directs the manager to do. Mr. Jarvis,
to be honest with you, I will cut right through to the chase. If
you vote to do that, I will not be the manager. I think it is an
outrageous request. With my expertise right now, you will create
a devastating impact on the county. I do not see how you can
survive and come up with a 3 cent tax increase. I just do not see
how I can responsibly do that with good faith. However I do
respect whatever the board wants to do.”
McLamb stated, “I have heard the commissioners say we need
cuts but I have not heard what we should cut.” Causey replied,
“Well if the commissioners cannot make any cuts, how can I
come up with cuts that you can collectively agree on.”
McLamb also discussed what types of savings could be seen if
the Sheriff Deputies did not drive their cars home, how much
savings could be seen. Finance Director David Clack said he did
not know for sure.
After more discussion, the vote was taken 2-For (Kirby and
Parker) and 2- Against (Strickland and Lockamy). Commissioner
McLamb did not vote up or down, which is automatically
considered an affirmative vote, carrying the motion.
At that point County Manager Ed Causey said, “Mr. Chairman,
your vote just confirmed my resignation.”
The crowd went crazy when the county manager said those
words and immediately commissioners and the county attorney
tried to bring the meeting to order with little success. Chairman
Strickland immediately called for a closed session. Strickland, “I
share your concerns but we must maintain order.”
After about 20 minutes in closed session, the board and the
county manager came back to the room with completely different
attitudes. Kirby made a motion for “The board to reconsider my
previous motion and that we go about having discussions with
the county manager and try to have further board meetings on
the budget.” Seconded by Chairman Strickland. The motion
passed unanimously.
County Manager Ed Causey responded, “This board had showed
grateful forbearance in our discussions. I appreciate from the
bottom of my heart, the gentleman spirit of this group of people.
I will verify for the press for me to sit here in a public meeting and
say that I am going to resign is inappropriate and unprofessional
and should not have occurred. At the same time, much as what
I said is heartfelt because I am sincerely interested in this county
and its citizens. Sometimes it is tough to admit that you are
wrong…I have no question that everyone sitting at this table has
the same objective to come up with an effective solution that is
in the best benefit for all people considered. I will also reiterate
that when a county manager is working for the board, at the same
time the board should have confidence that the manager will
represent their interest and should be able to have discussions to
make that request. I will always tell you I respect the authority of
the board and the decisions that they make. If this is a teaching
moment for my department heads, if you are wrong, say you are
and move on. If I have caused anyone any emotional distress over
the last 30 minutes, please accept my heartfelt apologies. I thank
the board for your consideration.” Causey then apologized to
Kirby and Kirby apologized back. “You are in a tough situation.
I don’t know if the public knows it is not easy.”
Storm Tootle
At that time, Jefferson Strickland called for a Vote of Confidence
for the County Manager and all commissioners voted in favor.
Commissioners are scheduled to meet again next Monday at
5pm at the Conference Room at the County Managers Office to
discuss budget cuts.
Editor’s Note: As County Manager Ed Causey noted, “Sampson
County is getting ready to fall off a fiscal cliff is something is
not done soon.” It seems like everyone is going to have to make
sacrifices, citizens and employees alike, in order to keep the
County afloat. Everyone should be able to agree that some
services are better than none and a little tax increase is better
than financial ruin for the county. We’ll just have to wait and
see who is bold enough to put their name on a “Tax Increase” or
“Budget Cuts”. It may take a combination of both.
PUBLIC HEARING
TOWN OF
GARLAND
Public Hearing
for Budget
June 30, 2014
at 6:00 PM
Town Hall Board Room
190 S. Church Avenue
Garland, NC 28441
Week of June 20-26, 2014
www.thesampsonweekly.com
LOCAL NEWS
The Great
Race is
Coming to
Clinton
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Whether you are a classic car enthusiasts, have a beauty of your
own or just enjoy looking at classic cars, you want to mark your
calendar for The Great Race which will be stopping in Clinton
next Thursday, June 26, 2014 to have lunch at the Expo Center,
Downtown Clinton, NC at approximately 12:15 p.m.
Many of you might not know what The Great Race is all about.
The Great Race is the world’s premier time, speed, endurance
rally for vintage cars. It was established in 1983 by Tom McRae
and Norm Miller, and has been extremely popular for 30 years.
Corky Coker of Coker Tire recently acquired the Great Race and
developed a new vision for the event.
For 2012, the Hemmings Motor News Great Race, presented by
Hagerty, covered more than 2,300 miles on a nine-day journey
to make a lap around the Great Lakes! Starting in Traverse City,
Michigan and ending at The Henry Ford in Dearborn, Michigan,
this route was spectacular! Participating cars were required to be
pre-1970, and there was a final count of over 90 cars. Throughout
the journey, the Great Race stopped in 19 cities, including several
in Ontario, Canada!
The Great Race is an antique, vintage, and collector car
competitive controlled-speed endurance road rally on public
highways. It is not a test of top speed. It is a test of a driver/
navigator team’s ability to follow precise course instructions and
the car’s (and team’s) ability to endure on a cross-country trip.
The course instructions require the competing teams to drive at
or below the posted speed limits at all times.
The Great Race has some really old vintage cars in its midst and
when event coordinators were asked what was the oldest car that
has participated, they stated, “It varies from year to year, but a
1911 Velie won the event in 2011. And in 2012, we had a 1907
Renault and a 1914 Ford Model T, and both cars finished the
race.”
The Great Race will start out in Beach Street, Downtown
Ogunquit, ME at 10:00 a.m. sharp and will end up in Florida on
Sunday June 29th at Lake Sumter Landing, The Villages around
3:00 p.m.
This year Sampson County is fortunate enough to have the Great
Race travelling through the City of Clinton on June 26 and the
participants will be having lunch at the Agri Expo Center around
12:15. Afterwards the public the opportunity for a meet and greet
with all the drivers and a chance to view the vintage cars.
According to Vickie Crane, Director of the Sampson County Visitors
and Convention Bureau, “They will enter into town via Hwy. 403,
cross the intersection onto College Street, drive downtown and circle
around the Court House then back to College Street and turning right
onto Warsaw Road to the Expo Center. We would like to encourage
people to line the streets to wave and welcome them to Clinton. The
Sampson County Cruise-In is being coordinated by Mr. David King
and members of the Ol’ Lightin’ Rod Car Club. Currently over 65
car owners have registered to “Cruise-In”. The Arrival Ceremony is
scheduled for 12:15 with the first car expected to arrive at 12:30.”
Event coordinators explained how The Great Race operates,
“Each day the driver and navigator team receives a set of course
instructions that indicate every turn, speed change, stop, and start
that the team must make throughout the day (usually 220 to 250 such
instructions per day). Along the course route there will be from 4 to 7
checkpoints recording the exact time that the team passes that point.
The objective is to arrive at each checkpoint at the correct time, not
the fastest. The score for each team is the result of the team’s ability
to follow the designated course instructions precisely. Every second
off the perfect time (early or late) at each checkpoint is a penalty
point. This format is much more mentally demanding than a flat-out
cross-country race. Also, GPS or computers are not permitted and
odometers are taped over. This is a test of human mental agility and
endurance as well as classic car endurance, rather than programming
capability. The course avoids timed segments on interstate highways,
opting instead for scenic local, county, and state highways whenever
possible through some of the prettiest country in the United States.”
And how was Sampson County lucky enough to be one of the few
stop points along the race’s course, Vickie Crane, Director of the
Sampson County Visitor’s Bureau stated, “I received a phone call
several months ago from Jeff Stumb, Great Race Director, asking if
the Sampson Convention & Visitors Bureau would be interested in
hosting a “lunch stop” for the Great Race on Thursday, June
26. They were determining their route from Maine to Florida
and were selecting their “over-night” stops and “lunch stops”.
They would be staying overnight in New Bern and wanted
to travel the next day inland for a bit and were considering
Jacksonville or Clinton. Jeff sent his scout to look at location
possibilities in Clinton. Three locations were considered:
around the courthouse downtown, at the Clinton City Market
and the Expo Center. The Expo Center was selected because
of the size of the parking lot, the number of public restrooms,
air-conditioned lunch space and easy entry and exit.”
According to Mrs. Crane, “The Sampson Great Race
Committee has planned a day of fun. In addition to hosting
lunch for the 100 drivers and their support team, exhibits,
food vendors and entertainment are planned from 10:00
a.m. – 4:00 p.m. And, all North Carolina Car Clubs will be
invited to participate in the Sampson Great Race “Cruise
In”.”
“The Great Race has a huge following so we are expecting
a large crowd,” beamed Crane with excitement. “This is an
event that will put Clinton on the national stage. Drivers are
from all over the country and it will be filmed by Fox Sports
Net for the Great Race TV Show to be aired in January 2015.”
Crane added, “An event of this size will definitely impact the
local economy in a positive manner.”
For more information on The Great race visit www.
greatrace.com. The event is Free to the public. Exhibits
will include: Galot Motorsports race rig and pro-modified
race cars, Warren Engines race car, Nissan of Clinton and
Go Automotive exhibits, plus over 60 classic cars will be
rolling in for the “Sampson Great Race Cruise-In”. Food
and concessions will be available and music provided by DJ
Robert Stroud of the Boogie Shoes Radio Network.
We Should Know...
media is looking for damage, county emergency
management is looking for damage and all of a
sudden we find a half mile path of damage. We go
out and survey it and classify it as a tornado.”
Courtesy Photo
Cliff Ireland and Brandon Dunstan with JW Simmons of
We Should Know
Tuesdays from 2:30 PM until 3:30 PM, J.W. Simmons hosts a
radio show on 1170 AM called “We Should Know”, and The
Sampson Weekly will feature portions of the transcripts in
our continuing efforts to bring you more coverage of what is
happening in our community. The guest for this week’s show
is Brandon Dunstan, meteorologist from the Raleigh office of
the National Weather Service. Also joining the show in a later
segment is Cliff Ireland, a passionate amateur radio operator.
Brandon Dunstan has been with the National Weather Service
since 2005. JW Simmons begins the show by asking Dunstan
about what appears to be a greater influx of extreme weather.
The question is whether there is something causing more
extreme weather, or if the reporting of weather related issues
has increased.
“Well we’re starting to get into the main thunderstorm season
for North Carolina,” begins Dunstan. “We are one of the states
that does have the best set-up for showers and thunderstorms,
especially in the summertime.” Dunstan explains that an
abundance of moisture from the Gulf of Mexico and the
Atlantic, coupled with instability across the southern states
makes North Carolina one of the better areas across all of
North America for showers and thunderstorms.
“I don’t know that there is any data that indicates that it’s
becoming increasingly more extreme,” adds Dunstan.
“Obviously we’re hearing a lot more reports of severe storms
and tornadoes because of Doppler Advanced Radar, especially
since the 90’s when it first came to forecast offices. The Doppler
velocities are able to see a lot more rotation and winds within
a thunderstorm which gives us a better idea…If we see a
circulation out in the middle of nowhere, we issue a tornado
warning for it. All of a sudden it draws attention to it - news
Dunstan goes on to add, “Maybe 15 or 20 years
ago, prior to the middle 90’s, we weren’t actually
able to see that type of storm. Something that’s a
weaker tornado classified as an EF0 or EF1…I
say weaker tornado, but we’re still talking about
something with winds upwards of close to 100
MPH. So it’s not a weak thing in general. But
radar back then, the 74C, may not have been able
to see that – We wouldn’t have issued the warning
and people probably wouldn’t have looked for the
damage if it didn’t hit a home or caused a lot of
damage to structures.”
Next. JW Simmons asks Dunstan about the radar used by news
channels promoting duel Doppler or advanced Doppler radar,
and asks if they feed from the National Weather Service or have
their own radar systems. Dunstan replies, “Some TV Stations do
purchase their own radar. Typically they’re less expensive than
the current model that the Weather Service uses. We do have duel
polarization which allows us to see a little bit more and get more
information than we had before. So yes, some TV stations do have
their own radar, especially in the bigger markets, but each weather
service office is going to have at least one Doppler radar – and we’re
also able to look at some of the Doppler radars out at the major
airports.”
Simmons next asks Dunstan to discuss the advances in technology
which now allow pinpoint accuracy of locating storms. “The
resolution of radar data has improved through upgrades to our
current radar system. Right now it’s still Doppler radar, but we
have more high resolution data, especially in the lower slices. That
allows us to see features a little bit better.” Dunstan adds, “There
is new radar that may be coming on-line, but it still maybe 10-20
years out.”
Dunstan explains that Phased Array Radar has no moving parts,
but rather is essentially a panel that sends pulses instead of a dish
circling around. “With some of the phased array radar you can get
data every minute, compared to about 5 minutes now for a whole
scan.”
Simmons asks Dunstan to discuss what happens after reports of
high winds and storms, and how his office dispatches people to
confirm events. “We have a network of trained observers – Skywarn
Network - We’ll train anyone in the public that’s interested in
becoming a Skywarn Observer. We’ll go over the basics of weather
and talk about what causes thunderstorms, such as moisture and
instability. Also we’ll take a look at cloud features. We want
them to have an understanding of what they’re looking
at. And obviously we ask them to report any damage they
might see from a thunderstorm such as trees down, power
lines down, and damage to structures – and hail of any size.”
Later in the show Simmons introduces Cliff Ireland,
saying that this is a new role for Ireland with his pending
retirement. “It’s kind of as if you’re changing hats,” says
Simmons. “You’re going to be involved in a passion that
you’ve had for some time, amateur radio operator.”
Ireland explains, “Where the amateur radio community fits
in is that on the last full weekend in June, the amateur radio
community, nationwide, will conduct field day – a 24 hour
operation. They go out either EOC or remote locations and
they operate off emergency power for 24 hours.” Ireland
says that there is a planned ½ field day that will be at the
Farmers Market on Saturday, June 28th. “We’re partnering
with Sampson County Emergency Management, Clinton
Police and Fire Departments, and hope to have the Sheriff ’s
Department as well.”
“We will have the mobile EOC from the Sampson County
EMS as well as information displays and booths for the
other agencies. We will set up and operate from around 12
noon to about 6pm. We’re a small club, not only promoting
emergency preparedness, but also trying to recruit new
members to the amateur radio hobby, because there is a
service side to it.”
Ireland explains that both he and Brandon Dunstan are
licensed amateur radio operators, and both are involved in
the Skywarn project. “I am a Skywarn Spotter,” says Ireland.
“I have a number, and when I call in I give my call sign and
my spotter number, so they know who they’re talking to
and that it’s a trained spotter.”
It’s all a partnership between agencies – the national and
state agencies and those of us amateur operators – And I
believe we provide a valuable service.”
To view the entire broadcast of We Should Know please
visit their YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/user/
WeShouldKnowEDU.
The next “We Should Know” hosted by J.W. Simmons will
air next Tuesday from 2:30 to 3:30 PM on our local radio
station WCLN 1170 AM. If you would like to reach “We
Should Know” you may call them at 910-592-8947 or email
them with show ideas at weshouldknowedu@gmail.com or
you can find them on Facebook.
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Week of June 20-26, 2014
www.thesampsonweekly.com
LOCAL NEWS
Garland Once Again Facing Financial Woes - Freezes All Spending
town if the audit is not quickly rectified, Mayor Murphy
stated, “As of today, I cannot provide an estimated date
of when our auditors will be able to begin the audit or
an estimated date of completion. The amount budgeted
for the 2014-2015 fiscal year for tax collections is based
on the valuation and the levy on the 2013 audit as of
6/30/13. Since the audit is not completed, the amount
budgeted may not be valid and makes it more difficult
to project accurate revenue for the 2014-2015 fiscal
year. The LGC is assisting on a daily basis by phone to
provide support and to help with budget preparation
for the 2014-2015 fiscal year. I am not sure of the
consequences from the LGC for the uncompleted audit
for 2012-2013. I do know that our credibility in applying
for grants and loans is compromised as well as portrays
a negative spotlight on our town and its citizens.”
According to the latest meetings, Garland is once again
having financial woes with an audit that is severely past
due. According to town officials, the town’s audit should
have been completed by October 31, 2013, four months
after the fiscal year 6-30-2013.
And because the audit has not been completed, the town is
having difficulty with preparing the upcoming 2014-2015
budget which is supposed to be in place on July 1st. The
small town, which is recovering from financial negatives
from just a couple of years ago, has been burdened with
additional financial expenses by having to hire part time
help and auditing services, increases their audit contract
cost. According to Mayor Winifred Murphy, “It is placing
a strain on daily operations. In my position as Interim
Finance Officer, I am not charging the town for my services
to try to assist the town at this critical time. I will provide
these services “only” if I have the support of the board.”
Mayor Murphy was appointed Interim Finance Officer at
Tuesday night’s meeting, a necessary step after town clerk
Jennifer Gray gave her resignation effective June 19th. Town
Clerk Gray was put on probation at a May 27th Special
Called Commissioner’s meeting for not having the books
up to date and then in June, Gray gave her resignation.
In a letter dated June 12th from the Local Government
Commissioner, a division under the Department of State
Treasurer, the LGC stated that they had sent 3 letters to the
town requesting information as to why the audit had not
been completed. It also stated, “The finance officer is responsible
for the accurate completion and timely submission of the AFIR
(audit). These responsibilities remain with the finance officer
even in instances where the unit contracts with its auditor to
prepare the AFIR. The governing body (town commissioners)
is responsible for ensuring that audited financial statements are
available to the public in a timely manner. Also, information
in the report is needed by various external groups such as the
North Carolina General Assembly, federal and state funding
agencies, and other public associations.” The letter went on to
ask an explanation as to the delay.
One thing different from the other two previous letters is that
this one was carbon copied to The Honorable Ernie Lee, DA.
District Attorney Ernie Lee’s office was contacted for comment
and as of press time had not replied.
Also at Tuesday night’s board meeting, Mayor Pro Tem
Haywood Johnson made a surprise motion to ‘Freeze All
Spending’, except emergency spending. This comes on the
heels of the town just passing monies for Parks and Recreation
and improvements to the Garland Dept. of Aging building.
With this motion being made and unanimously passed, all
these expenditures have now been put on hold. Commissioner
Ralph Smith voiced his concerns over the town not even really
knowing how much money they actually have. They do not
know if they are in red or the black until after the audit is
completed.
When asked what the consequences could possibly be for the
When asked how the town got back to this point
Murphy replied, “It is very unfortunate that we
are in this position at the present time. Moving
forward, since we have no town administrator,
the board of commissioners must supervise town
finances and personnel, or support and authorize
the mayor to provide this supervision and support
recommendations. It shouldn’t take reprimanding
letters from the LGC to be fiscally accountable for
a budget for a town of our size. The highest level of
accountability rests with decision making elected
officials (past and present).”
In closing Mayor Murphy stated, “I would like to say
to the citizens of Garland, that I so regret that once
again our wonderful town is in the media in a negative
spotlight. I encourage each of you to attend board
meetings and talk to each elected official and share
your thoughts. It is so important for you to let your
commissioners know how you feel and that Garland
needs to move forward and not backward. The needs
of the town are significant! We cannot continue to
compromise these needs with personal and political
agendas. Whether it is our town finances, NC STEP,
water/sewer issues, closing a community building,
recreation for our young people, developing a land use
plan for Garland, or your day to day needs -- please
remember that the five (5) commissioners are the ones
who vote. It only takes three of the five votes to support
or reject all recommendations or actions. Your voice is
important! As your mayor, I will continue to represent
each of you in a positive manner, continue to advocate
and make recommendations to support the town and
you, and continue to implore all citizens to engage in
the affairs of the town.”
City of Clinton Approves 2014-2015 Budget
At Tuesday night’s City Council meeting, the City of Clinton
approved the proposed budget for the 2014-2015 fiscal year.
The $13.6 million budget will see no tax rate increase for the
citizens of Clinton and only modest increases for water and
sewer rates. City Manager Shawn Purvis stated, “The average
family will only see approximately $.60 cents per month
increase in their monthly utility bill.” Purvis continued, “The
proposed budget is 2.6% less than last year’s budget; adjusted
for inflation, the 2014-2015 budget represents the lowest in
expenditures within the past 10 years.” Purvis also specified
that the revenue into the general fund was relatively flat as a
result of very little growth within the city limits.
In conclusion, Purvis stated, “We’ve done more with less and
have become more efficient,” in reference to the decrease in
spending while maintaining the high level of quality services
for the citizens of Clinton.
In a statement provided to The Sampson Weekly by
City Clinton manager Shawn Purvis, Purvis stated, “The
recommended budget is the culmination of thoughtfulness
and direction from City Council and research and analysis by
staff. The final result is a balanced, prudent budget that meets
the city’s needs without sacrificing service to our citizens.
I believe this was evidenced by many of the trends shown
during the presentation that the city has made every effort to
improve efficiencies and increase services in both quality and
quantity. We have responded to the idea of doing more with
less.”
Mayor Starling, stated, “I feel this is a sound and responsible
budget. The City Council and staff have worked diligently
over the past several months to balance the various needs of the
city. It will allow us to continue to provide excellent services for
our citizens without an increase in the tax rate or garbage and
recycling fees and only a modest increase in water and sewer
rates.”
The 2014-2015 budget will see no decrease in services to the
citizens of Clinton while budgeting for 19 Capital Improvement
Projects (CIP) totaling $7,284,000. These projects will include
large water and sewer projects, Annual road resurfacing,
renovations at Royal Lane Park, and vehicle purchases including
replacement of patrol cars, (in accordance with the annual rotation
policy for the City Police Department).
Other business conducted at Tuesday’s meeting included
recognizing past County leader and educator, John A. Blanton
who passed away last week. Mayor Starling read a Proclamation
into the record in honor of Blanton. ]
“WHEREAS, on the 8th day of June, 2014, death brought to close
the earthly life of Commissioner John A. Blanton; and
WHEREAS, John A. Blanton served faithfully and honorably on
the Sampson County Board of Commissioners for four consecutive
terms beginning in 1996 until his health failed in 2012; and
WHEREAS, he provided outstanding public service to the citizens
of Clinton and Sampson County through his dedicated efforts and
supported ideas and programs which benefited all citizens of our
community; and
WHEREAS, he earned the high regard of those with whom he
came into contact and the affection of his fellow public servants,
who are proud to call him “friend”; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and
City Council met Tuesday night to finalize the 20142015 Budget
City Council of the City of Clinton, North Carolina
do hereby wish to send its condolences to the family of
Commissioner John A. Blanton;
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Mayor and City
Council hereby recognize the valuable contributions made
by John A. Blanton to the citizens of Sampson County; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this
proclamation shall be forwarded to the family of
Commissioner John A. Blanton for his distinguished
service to the citizens of Clinton, Sampson County, and
mankind.”
The next City of Clinton Council meeting is scheduled for
July 1, 2014 at 7:00 pm at City Hall in Clinton.
GOD’S BEAUTIFUL RAINBOW
There are few things in this world that are more
beautiful than a rainbow. I can stand and look up at
a rainbow for a long time. How spectacular they are.
A rainbow is the pure essence of peace.
They arch across the sky in brilliant shimmering
colors. They take your breath away with their mystical
beauty. There is no sound or movement in a rainbow.
None is needed. In its silent beauty painted across
the sky it reveals God’s presence, an overwhelming
feeling of God’s love and protection.
We know the rainbow is the visible proof of God’s
promise to mankind to never again destroy the earth
by flood. God’s Word is so pure and powerful it came
forth in the perfect beauty of the rainbow. How truly
spectacular Heaven must be, because Heaven is a
perfect place. If God’s rainbow is so beautiful here on
earth, how much more beautiful Heaven will be.
This rainbow appeared in the sky just the other day,
late in the evening. My husband and I were out for
a quick trip to town and we had a spectacular view
of it. As we passed our church (Wells Chapel Baptist
Church), the rainbow seemed to perfectly frame it.
It was breathtaking in beauty and inspiration! We
stopped in the parking lot and took some pictures.
How beautiful it was! The steeple of the church
seemed to almost touch the sparkling colors.
Now there was beauty beyond compare. My husband
and I stood in the parking lot of the church, in silence,
just immersing ourselves in its spectacular beauty. I
whispered a prayer of thanks to God for all His many
blessings and His majesty.
Feeling a little humorous, I asked my husband if he
thought we might could find the end of that huge
rainbow and discover the leprechaun’s pot of gold?
“No,” he said, “as big as that rainbow is the ends are
probably a long way from here!”
What beauty can be found in nature if we just stop
and take time to really look. Everyone is in such a
hurry these days that much of the beauty around us
simply goes unnoticed. But, it’s hard not to stop and
look at the majestic rainbow when it appears in all its
glory!
I love rainbows so much I have a “rainbow catcher”
hanging in my kitchen window. It’s a crystal prism
ball with colored crystal chips stacked above it,
suspended from a chain. As the sunlight hits it, it
throws little rainbows throughout my kitchen. I
just love it! It’s like having my own private rainbow
kingdom! It brightens up washing the dishes anyway!
So the next time there’s a rain over in your neck of
the woods, just wait for the sun to come out, and
start looking for a rainbow in the sky. If you find one
take time to enjoy it, they
re truly special. And who
knows? You might be lucky
enough for the end of the
rainbow to be in your yard.
Now what would you do with
all that gold? Well, that is if
you’re faster than that pesky
leprechaun!
By Carolyn
Horrell Mintz
Week of June 20-26, 2014
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LOCAL NEWS
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Roseboro Fire Department has Busy Slate
“This software will provide us a lot of advantages,”
stated Chief Bobby Owen. “It allows us to see where
interior walls are within a structure, as well as any
known hazards.” Owens adds, “As long as we get
out there and do our pre-fire planning and input
that into the system. The system will only be as
good as the information we put in it.”
Chief Owen says the software is now installed and
he expects the pre-fire planning and information
input to be completed in roughly 3 months. Owen
says that the system will be implemented first in
the immediate town area, and then outlying areas
will be added. The program is leased on a 5 year
term with a cost of just a little over $3,000 per year.
“That’s not a lot of money when you weigh it out
against saving lives and saving property,” adds
Owen. “$3,000 is cheap.”
Roseboro Fire Dept. gearing up for busy months ahead
Chief Bobby Owen explains a busy schedule at the all-volunteer
Roseboro Fire Department. With the recent purchase and
continuing implementation of new software, a scheduled filming
of a training exercise in July, and a benefit concert in August with
Nashville recording artist Amanda Daughtry, the 26 member
department in Roseboro has plenty to do… Not to mention their
normal training schedule and of course, protecting the people
and property of Roseboro.
Owen explains that the software can be connected to any computer,
iPad, or android based Tablet. Roseboro is one of several departments
in Sampson County to acquire the software, with Clinton, Sampson
County EMS, and Newton Grove to have also implemented
FIREHOUSE. Chief Owen credits Deputy Chief Lee Coleman with
hours of research on the software, and adds, “It will be a lot more
hours loading the information in it, but when complete it will be a
huge benefit.”
FIREHOUSE
Recently, Roseboro Town Commissioners approved the purchase
of a new software program called FIREHOUSE for the Roseboro
Fire Department. The Cloud based software application is
designed to manage multiple functions within a fire department
including personnel, training, equipment and other functions
– but perhaps the best function is the software’s ability to be
programmed with building specifications that allow firefighters
an opportunity to see a virtual view of a building before entering.
TRAINING FILMING
Chief Owen also shared that the Roseboro Fire Department has been
asked to execute a training exercise at Hanson Brick in the month
of July. The live-action exercise will drill multiple agencies in injury
extraction, fire, and response time. “This evolved after an accident
2 years ago,” Owen states. “A man was trapped in a kiln, and luckily
was able to get out, but not before he suffered 2nd degree burns.
From the time pagers went off, EMS and our department was there
within 9 minutes of the call. And within 37 minutes of the call the
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the training exercise because of the professionalism and
rapid response time to the actual accident 2 years ago. “The
training film will be translated into 8 languages and used for
training in operations within 8 countries,” says Owen. “It’s
a pretty big ordeal with multiple cameras recording several
exercises conducted simultaneously.”
BENEFIT CONCERT
In August, Roseboro Fire Department plans to host a
benefit concert featuring Nashville recording artist Amanda
Daughtry. The Johnston County native moved to Nashville,
TN a couple of years ago to further her recording career, and
has risen in popularity to become a multi-state draw. The
concert will be August 7th at the Sampson County Civic
Center with doors opening at 6pm and the concert starting
at 8pm, lasting until 12:30pm.
All proceeds from the concert will be used to build a helipad
in Roseboro to accommodate evacuation of critical need
patients via life flight. Owen anticipates the cost of the
helipad to be between $25,000 and $30,000, of which $10,000
has already been raised. The money would be used to lay
a concrete pad, install recessed lighting and a wind sock,
and Chief Owen welcomes all donations including money,
materials, and labor. “Anyone is welcome to call me at 910885-7088 for information or to help with donated money,
materials or time.”
Tickets for the August 7th concert feature Amanda Daughtry
can be purchased for $15 in advance, or $20 at the door.
Tables of 8 to 10 people can also be purchased for a donation
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FAITH
Have I Got A Story To Share With You!
If you’ve ever spent a full day bent over beneath the
hot sun picking cucumbers, then you know that it’s
hard, back-breaking work. Here is this week’s story …
My fourteen-year-old nephew has one and a half
acres of cucumbers that he’s been picking for the past
couple of weeks. From sunrise to sundown Andrew’s
bent over rows of cucumbers in the field … picking …
picking … picking. About the only time Andrew’s not
bent over is when he’s carrying the heavy cucumberfilled buckets to the wood bin to empty for transport to
market at the end of the day. Though his parents help
when they can, Andrew is the one who is responsible
for seeing the cucumbers get picked. I’m sure there
are days Andrew is tempted to take off, especially
those days when picking cucumbers is made even
tougher by the scorching hot ninety-plus degrees
temperature. Yet, he doesn’t quit. He pushes on doing
the work he knows has to be done.
How about you? When you’re tempted to take off or
give up because the going gets tough and you’re
tired … what do you do? Do you push on? Or do you
say; “I’ve had it!” And then walk away and quit?
How about Jesus? Do you think Jesus ever got tired?
Yes, of course He did. From the Word we read;
“Jacob’s well was there; and Jesus, tired from the long
walk, sat wearily beside the well about noontime.”—
John 4:6; NLT
Was Jesus ever tempted to quit? I think so and the
reason I do is because in Hebrews we read that Jesus
was tempted in all things as we are, yet without sin.
So to my way of thinking that means that since I’m
tempted to quit during hard times … likewise, Jesus
was tempted to quit during His hard times.
“Therefore, since we have a great high priest who
has passed through the heavens, Jesus the Son of
God, let us hold fast our confession. For we do not
have a high priest who cannot sympathize with our
weaknesses, but One who has been tempted in all
things as we are, yet without sin. Therefore let us draw
near with confidence to the throne of grace, so that
we may receive mercy and find grace to help in
time of need.”—Hebrews 4:14-16
by Debra Joy Wallace
If anyone ever had a reason to quit … it was Jesus
Christ. Think about it for a moment. Even among
His Own disciples Jesus was misunderstood and
betrayed. I believe that even after He’d been
stripped, beaten, stretched out and nailed on a
cross … right up to the last second … Jesus could
have said; “I’ve had it! I quit!” Yet He didn’t. Why didn’t
He? Because Jesus was determined to do the work
God sent Him to do … He pushed on until His work
was finished.
The next time the going gets tough in our lives and
we’re tempted to quit … I pray we remember and
apply the same determination and steadfastness
demonstrated in real life by Jesus Christ. Just think
what the consequences would have been had
Jesus not completed the work He was sent to do. For
starters, you and I would be cut off, hopelessly and
forever separated from God.
Now let’s get out there and do the work God’s called
us to do. No more excuses! No more delay! We are
Victors! Not quitters.
We will reap a harvest of blessing if we
don’t give up.
So let’s not get tired of doing what is good. At just the
right time we will reap a harvest of blessing if we don’t
give up.—Galatians 6:9; NLT
Now when the time was almost come for Jesus to
be received up [to heaven], He steadfastly and
determinedly set His face to go to Jerusalem.—Luke
9:51; AMP
With all this going for us, my dear, dear friends, stand
your ground. And don’t hold back. Throw yourselves
into the work of the Master, confident that nothing you
do for him is a waste of time or effort.—1 Corinthians
15:58; MSG
Because the Lord God helps me, I will not be
dismayed; therefore, I have set my face like flint to do
his will, and I know that I will
triumph.—Isaiah 50:7; TLB
I know how to live on almost nothing or with everything.
I have learned the secret of contentment in every
situation, whether it be a full stomach or hunger,
plenty or want; for I can do everything God asks me
to with the help of Christ who gives me the strength
and power.—Philippians 4:12-13; TLB
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Exodus 13:18 –So God led the people by the roundabout
way of the wilderness toward the Red Sea. The Israelites
went up out of the land of Egypt prepared for battle.
traveling the shortest road?
By Vanessa W. Polk
As many of our readers
are already aware, my faith
tradition was filled with
hymns, anthems and spiritual
songs. They were a regular
part of my corporate worship
experience; and are still vital
to my personal spiritual
well-being. Like breathing, I
can’t live without them. Last
week, when I was reading the
Exodus narrative of God’s
miraculous deliverance of the
children, a familiar word took
me to a Thin Place – deeper
enlightening. Within the
scripture I noticed a something
that had not really spoken to
be before –“So God lead the
people by the roundabout way
of the wilderness toward the
Red Sea.” As I paused to read
it aloud, I felt a quickening
in my spirit. Immediately
I began to hear the Chris
Tomlin rendition of a Fannie
Crosby’s hymn well up within
my soul, “All the way my
Savior leads me, what have I
to ask beside? Can I doubt his
tender mercy, who through life
has been my guide?” After a
few minutes of softly singing it
within my heart, I spent a few
more minutes playing the song
aloud…allowing its music and
message of comfort to fill my
home. I worshipped.
Upon returning my focus to
the passage that was before
me, I reflected on the approach
God used to lead the Israelites
out of Egypt. After 400+
years in slavery, you would
think that God would direct
them toward the Promised
Land using the shortest way,
but he didn’t. The text says
that God led the people by
the “roundabout way” and
left Egypt prepared for battle.
Why didn’t God allow them to
take a more direct route? Who
really likes going through the
wilderness when the Promised
Land can be reached by
Initially it may appear we are
ready for the fullness of our
deliverance, our next place of
ministry or next career move,
but God knows that there
is an in-between phase of
uncertainty that is a necessary
part of moving from one state
of being to another. For the
Israelites, it was experiencing
God as they traveled from a
state of being slaves to a place
of freedom. This freedom
would ultimately lead them
toward God’s promised
position.
Life Focus: When thinking
about a modern day
roundabout, we see a circular
intersection where drivers
travel in a counterclockwise
motion around some type of
center focus. With no traffic
signals, drivers yield at the
entry to traffic already in
the roundabout, then enter
the intersection and exist at
their desired place. Our life
experiences can sometimes
feel like we are entering a
roundabout way –surely
God is leading us the wrong
direction.
We think to
ourselves that God has to be
making a mistake. The exit he
directs us to take is not on our
GPS and it is not the direction
we believe to be the best way.
We are perplexed. What are
we to do, wander hopelessly
on the journey or journey
ahead in state of wonder –in
awe of how God manifest his
presence with us along the
journey?
Our times of traveling through
the wilderness of uncertainty
should never be taken lightly;
they often present us with new
possibilities and miracles to
be cherished for a lifetime.
The proof of how critical
this roundabout way was to
the Israelites’ relationship
with God is in the fact that
the Biblical narrative is told
over and over again from one
generation to the next. Even
today, this narrative continues
to inspire our faith. As we
travel the pathway toward
our Promised Land, let’s keep
in mind that the roundabout
way has embedded within it a
faith experience and miracles
one can never encounter by
taking the shortest path. “Put
your hope in the Lord, keep
traveling steadily along the
pathway and in due season
God will honor you with every
blessing.” –Psalm 37:34
I don’t know why God leads
me through long and difficult
terrain when I prefer to receive
his promise of deliverance and
provision now; I just know that
the only option I have is to
trust God’s directions because
God’s way has always proven
to be the better way. I may
not like traveling the longer
more challenging path toward
what God has destined for
me, but I am grateful for God’s
manifested presence with me
as a pillar of cloud by day and
a pillar of fire by night; without
them I wouldn’t know WHO to
follow or WHICH way to go.
The Lord went in front of them
in a pillar of cloud by day, to
lead them along the way, and
in a pillar of fire by night, to
give them light, so that they
might travel by day and night.
Neither the pillar of cloud by
day nor the pillar of fire by
night left its place in front of
the people. –Exodus 13:21-22
“All the way my Savior leads
me; who have I to ask beside?
How could I doubt his tender
mercy, who through life has
been my guide? All the way my
Savior leads me, cheers each
winding path I tread, gives
me grace for every trial, feeds
me with the living bread. You
lead me and keep me from
falling. You carry me close to
your heart. And surely your
goodness and mercy will follow
me. All the way my Savior
leads me; O, the fullness of his
love! O, the sureness of his
promise…”
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Potato Salad with
Peppers and Onions
Servings: 6
Mustard Vinaigrette:
2 tablespoons mustard
1 tablespoon water
1/2 cup vinegar
Juice of one lemon
Fresh ground black pepper
2 cups olive oil
Salt, to taste
Salad:
4 medium Idaho potatoes,
peeled
1 medium yellow or orange
pepper
1 medium onion
3/4 cup Mustard Vinaigrette
Coarse salt and freshly
ground pepper
For vinaigrette, combine all ingredients in bowl except oil and whisk
until frothy. Whip mixture continuously as steady stream of oil is
added. Whisk until all oil is incorporated. Season to taste.
For salad, boil potatoes in lightly
salted water. Cut pepper into thin,
2-inch strips. Cut onion into thin
slices. Slice warm boiled potatoes
into salad bowl, scatter sliced
peppers and onions over them and
pour on about 1/2 cup vinaigrette.
Using hands, gently mix salad until
each potato slice is coated with
vinaigrette and onions and peppers
are well distributed.
Taste salad and season with salt
and freshly ground pepper. Let
salad stand at least an hour. Before
serving, taste salad again and add
vinaigrette to taste.
Nutritional information per serving:
280 calories; 18 g fat (2.5 g saturated
fat, 0 g trans fat); 2 g protein; 26 g
carbohydrate; 3 g dietary fiber; 0 mg
cholesterol; 10 mg sodium; 2 g sugar.
Potato Salad with Peppers and Onions
Potato, Cucumber
and Dill Salad
FAMILY FEATURES
W
henever friends and family gather to celebrate warm weather days,
potato salad is probably the most popular side dish served. However,
the traditional salad made with mayonnaise and eggs that we all know
and love is being passed by for lighter versions that include more vegetables,
different protein sources and healthier dressings.
Simple sides
The best part is — these salads are easy to make. Cut your Idaho potatoes into
1-inch cubes with the skins still on. Boil in water for about 8–15 minutes, then
check for doneness by piercing a cube with a fork or skewer. If it goes through
with little resistance, drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Add your
favorite dressing and ingredients while the potatoes are still warm. Warm potatoes
more easily absorb all the delicious dressing.
Fix ahead dishes
These decadent dishes are best eaten the day after they’re made. This gives the
flavors a chance to intensify and come together. When you’re ready to serve, keep
your cold salad the perfect temperature by placing your serving dish in a larger
bowl filled with ice.
Treat your family to potato salads they’ve never tasted before. For more recipes
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Servings: 4
3 large Idaho potatoes, unpeeled
and thinly sliced
1/4 cup rice wine vinegar
1 1/2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1/4 cup canola or vegetable oil
1/2 cup chopped fresh dill,
or 1 tablespoon dried whole
dill weed
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 large cucumber, unpeeled
and thinly sliced
Place potato slices in 9-inch square microwave-safe baking dish; cover with microwaveable plastic wrap and microwave at
HIGH 9–11 minutes or until tender, stirring gently every three minutes.
Combine vinegar, mustard, oil, dill and
salt in small jar. Cover tightly and shake
vigorously. Pour vinegar mixture over
potatoes. Cover and refrigerate until
chilled. Gently mix in sliced cucumber
before serving.
Nutritional information per serving:
350 calories; 14 g fat (1 g saturated fat,
0 g trans fat); 6 g protein; 51 g carbohydrate; 5 g dietary fiber; 0 mg cholesterol;
450 mg sodium; 4 g sugar.
Potato, Cucumber and Dill Salad
Greek Potato Salad
Greek Potato Salad
Servings: 8
4 medium Idaho potatoes, peeled
and cut into 1/2-inch chunks
8 ounces stem ends trimmed
green beans, cut into
1-inch lengths
3/4 cup buttermilk
2 tablespoons extra virgin
olive oil
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 large cucumber, peeled,
halved lengthwise, seeded
and thinly sliced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 medium red onion, halved
and thinly sliced
1/4 cup snipped fresh dill
4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
In large pot of boiling salted water, cook
potatoes about 12 minutes, until crisptender. Add green beans and cook 2 minutes longer. Drain well.
Meanwhile, in large bowl, whisk
together buttermilk, olive oil, lemon zest,
lemon juice and salt. Add potatoes and
green beans and toss gently to coat.
Add cucumber, tomatoes, red onion
and dill; tossing gently. Cool to room
temperature. Sprinkle feta at serving time.
Nutritional information per serving:
170 calories; 7 g fat (3 g saturated fat,
0 g trans fat); 5 g protein; 24 g carbohydrate; 3 g dietary fiber; 15 mg cholesterol;
330 mg sodium; 4 g sugar.
Potato, Broccoli and Fennel Salad
Potato, Broccoli and Fennel Salad
Servings: 14 servings
8 large Idaho potatoes (about
4 pounds), well-scrubbed,
cut into 3/4-inch chunks
1/2 teaspoon salt
4 cups chopped broccoli
(about 1 bunch)
2 cups (16 ounces) favorite
ranch salad dressing
3 cups chopped fennel (about
one large bulb), with core
and tops removed
1 large red onion, quartered
and very thinly sliced
(about 1 1/2 cups)
1/2 cup diced green olives with
pimento (optional)
Salt and pepper to taste
Leaf lettuce, for garnish
Cherry tomatoes or sliced
tomatoes, for garnish
Fill large stockpot half full of water,
add salt and bring to boiling over
high heat. Add potatoes and bring
back to boiling over high heat;
reduce heat to medium and boil for
three minutes.
Add broccoli to potatoes and bring
back to boiling over high heat.
Reduce heat to medium again, and
cook until desired doneness (1–3
minutes). Potatoes and broccoli
should both be firm. Drain well in
colander.
Transfer potatoes and broccoli to
large mixing bowl, add ranch
dressing and let cool. Stir in fennel,
onions and olives, if using. Taste and
season with salt and pepper, if
desired. Serve on bed of leaf lettuce
with ripe tomatoes as garnish.
Nutritional information per serving:
280 calories; 18 g fat (3 g saturated
fat, 0 g trans fat); 4 g protein; 28 g
carbohydrate; 4 g dietary fiber;
10 mg cholesterol; 480 mg sodium;
3 g sugar.
Week of June 20-26, 2014
SPRINT CUP
NATIONWIDE SERIES
Race: Toyota/Save Mart 350
Where: Sonoma Raceway
When: Sunday, 3 p.m. (ET)
TV: TNT
2013 Winner: Martin Truex Jr. (right)
Race: Gardner Denver 200
Where: Road America
When: Saturday, 2:45 p.m. (ET)
TV: ABC
2013 Winner: A.J. Allmendinger
Alan Marler/HHP for Chevy Racing
It should have come as no surprise that Jimmie Johnson won
Sunday’s Quicken Loans 400 at Michigan International Speedway. He’s won two of the past three Sprint Cup races. He was
among the fastest in practice prior to the 400, and his Hendrick
Motorsports team had been dominating the win column in the
Sprint Cup Series.
But, given Johnson’s 24 previous starts at Michigan — all
without scoring a win — there was some question until the
checkered flag was in sight. After seeing strategy decisions go
against him in recent years, and mechanical failures take away
chances to win, Sunday’s race played right into his hands. He
made his final pit stop with 36 laps to go, taking on four fresh
tires, while many others took either two or none.
Then he put those tires to work, driving to the front and taking
the lead for good with 10 laps to go. Kevin Harvick, who once
again had the dominant car but failed to win, finished second
over Brad Keselowski, Paul Menard and Kasey Kahne.
Now the numbers show Hendrick Motorsports with five
straight Cup wins, which the team has done before — twice in
2007, along with a string of six straight that year. Johnson now
leads the Cup Series with three wins this season and has 69 for
his career. Hendrick has won six times this season, and StewartHaas Racing, which uses Hendrick engines and chassis, has
three more, giving team owner Rick Hendrick a stake in nine
wins in the first 15 races of 2014.
“I think we were a little off early in the year, and we’ve been
kind of clicking here lately,” Rick Hendrick said in the winner’s
interview at Michigan.
“Everybody is really putting out a lot of effort right now, and
it’s paying off.”
Johnson, understandably, was feeling good after his first Father’s Day Cup victory.
“I’m just thrilled on multiple levels,” he said. “The success that
we’ve had as a team, kind of hitting our stride and getting to
Victory Lane three times in the last four weeks, our teammates
and their success, the company, and you look at our engines in
our cars and what they’re able to do.
“Rick [Hendrick] gives us all the tools to go out there and do
our jobs and to have everything so fast and so good, you want it
to last forever. We know that it won’t, but it’s just a good time to
sit back and reflect and enjoy it.”
As he did some of that reflecting in his winner’s interview,
Johnson recalled his first days in Cup and getting to drive a
CAMPING WORLD TRUCKS
Race: UNOH 225
Where: Kentucky Speedway
When: June 26, 8 p.m. (ET)
TV: FOX Sports 1
2013 Winner: Ty Dillon
NOTEBOOK
Legendary engine builder Ray
Fox dies at 98
Ray Fox, one of
NASCAR’s legendary engine builders
and mechanics, died
Sunday at age 98.
Fox, of Daytona
Beach, Florida, had
been nominated
for the NASCAR
Hall of Fame after Ray Fox
a career that saw him win 14 races as a car
owner, including the 1960 Daytona 500 with
Junior Johnson driving his No. 27 Chevrolet.
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Jimmie Johnson gets second victory in past three Sprint
Cup races; moves up two spots in points standings
Farmers renews No. 5 sponsorship
Jimmie Johnson stands in Victory Lane after the Quicken Loans 400
at Michigan International Speedway.
powerful Hendrick car, despite a lackluster Nationwide Series
career.
“I can’t believe I won to start with,” he said. “I don’t know what
Rick saw in me or Jeff [Gordon] back in 2001 when they put me
in that car.
“Believe me, when I won my first race, I was like, I thought I
had these guys snowed and they’ve given me a year to go out
and race. They did see something.
“It is very cool to hear it, and believe me, even at 69 wins, I
still cherish them all. It is not easy to win in this sport, and just
thankful for the opportunity. I’ve been with Rick and with Chad
and Lowe’s, you look at that whole synergy of that; we’ve all
been together through this entire ride of the 48, and it’s special
each time we win.”
On the other hand, the pain of losing was experienced by Harvick, whose No. 4 Chevrolet at Stewart-Haas Racing has been
capable of winning nearly every race this season, but he only
has two winner’s trophies to date.
His post-race interview session was about as short as could be.
Asked to comment on the fact that six of the top eight finishers at Michigan were using Hendrick engines, he responded: “I
think it’s pretty obvious. Self-explanatory. Good question.”
Then he was gone.
Farmers Insurance has extended its sponsorship of Hendrick Motorsports’ No. 5
Sprint Cup team through the 2017 season.
Farmers will be the primary sponsor in races
each year, including the season-opening
Daytona 500, and an associate sponsor in
the rest. The agreement covers the 2015,
2016 and 2017 seasons.
Kasey Kahne, who drives the No. 5, said
during a media session at Michigan that he
hopes to remain in that car.
“We still have a year and a half before my
deal’s up,” he said. “I think we have a lot of
really good things going on, and with a little
bit of performance here and there, maybe it
will come up sooner than later. I would love
to be there for a long time, so we will kind of
have to see how that works out.”
SPRINT CUP STANdINGS
1. Jeff Gordon, 537
2. Jimmie Johnson, 522
3. Dale Earnhardt Jr., 514
4. Matt Kenseth, 513
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MWR poised to restart third team, with rookie Brett Moffitt behind the wheel
Sprint Cup Rookie Brett Moffitt
After cutting back from three full-time Sprint Cup teams to two
because of the loss of sponsor NAPA Auto Parts following the racealtering scandal at Richmond last fall, Michael Waltrip Racing is
poised to restart its third team, with young Brett Moffitt doing the
driving.
The team has put Moffitt, a 21-year-old from Grimes, Iowa, under
contract, and he drove MWR’s No. 66 Toyota to a 34th-place finish
on Sunday in the Quicken Loans 400 at Michigan International
Speedway.
Ty Norris, MWR’s executive vice president of business development and general manager, said the team believes Moffitt, a ninetime winner in NASCAR’s K&N Pro Series East division, is one of
the sport’s future stars.
“You’ve seen a lot of young drivers come through,” Norris said.
“He’s as good as any of them. He raced against Chase Elliott and
Kyle Larson and some of those guys in the K&N East Series. We
feel that given the right opportunity — just like those guys have
received great opportunities — he could show to be very fast and a
very competitive race car driver at the Sprint Cup level.”
Moffitt made his Cup debut a few weeks back at Dover
International Speedway, where he finished 22nd. But his majorleague NASCAR experience is limited. He’s run one Nationwide
Series race, at Iowa Speedway, where he finished ninth, and two
Camping World Truck Series races, with a best finish of 14th at
Kentucky Speedway.
Norris said that since his team doesn’t have Nationwide cars or
Trucks in its operation, the best bet is to run Moffitt on a limited
schedule, for now, in the team’s No. 66 Cup car, which has been run
on a part-time basis this year, with Jeff Burton and team owner
Michael Waltrip driving.
“We will probably try to run him at least three or four more times
this year out of the MWR camp,” Norris said. “I don’t know how
many times he’ll run the 66 any other time. He might run another
four or five races this year at least, but it will have to be the right
place at the right time with the right resources supporting it.
“He probably won’t run again until at least August, because
at the same time, Jeff Burton is going to run for us at New
Hampshire, and we’re still trying to figure out the whole schedule
of the 66.”
Norris said the veteran Burton, who is transitioning to the role
of TV commentator with the arrival of NBC to the NASCAR scene,
will help coach Moffitt.
“It’s going to take someone with Jeff’s experience to help work
with Brett to get him comfortable racing through the event and
thinking through the event and know how to race certain people at
certain places,” Norris said.
Moffitt said that signing with MWR is a huge career step for him.
“It’s a weight lifted off my back and off my shoulders,” he said.
He said he’s already had some interaction with Waltrip’s full-time
Cup drivers, Clint Bowyer and Brian Vickers.
“Clint’s really helpful. He’s always giving good input to me, but
then Brian breaks everything down so complex that sometimes it’s
almost too much information,” he said.
“But as a rookie, it’s great to learn all of it and hear about everything.”
Paul Menard’s big weekend at Michigan: Nationwide victory on
Saturday, second top-5 of the season in Sprint Cup on Sunday
Paul Menard appeared destined to finish second to Joey Logano in last Saturday’s Ollie’s
Bargain Outlet 250 at Michigan International
Speedway, but he wound up winning after
Logano — who had led for 40 straight laps —
had a flat tire with five laps to go.
“I was trying to run Joey down at the end, and
we were closing a little bit, but we weren’t going
to get him,” Menard said. “I thought the best
car was going to finish second again. We had
that happen to us a couple of times last year.
“I hate to wish bad luck on Joey, but we’ll take
it.”
Menard, a full-time Cup driver and part-time
Nationwide competitor, now has two career
Nationwide triumphs, the other coming at the
Milwaukee Mile on June 24, 2006. His good fortune continued on Sunday as he finished fourth
in the Cup race, his second top-5 and eighth
top-10 finish this season.
Logano, who started ninth in his Team Penske
Paul Menard stands in Victory Lane after Ford and led from Lap 81 until losing the top
the Ollie’s Bargain Outlet 250 Nationwide spot to Menard, agreed that Menard’s No. 33
race at Michigan International Speedway. Chevrolet from Richard Childress Racing was
going to be tough to beat.
“Once I got clean air, I was able to pull away,” Logano said. “The 33 was quick and had a
fast race car also. We were going to have a race, because he was catching me a little.
“I hate to give them away like that. You look at the silver lining. I guess we had a fast race
car and should have won the race. You win some this way and you lose some this way.”
Sam Hornish Jr., who spun out on the second lap, rallied to finish second, with Dale
Earnhardt Jr. in third.
Earnhardt was running second in the closing stages when he, too, had tire troubles. Kyle
Busch finished fourth, with Brian Scott in fifth.
Points leader Regan Smith finished seventh, while his closest challengers, Elliott Sadler
and Chase Elliott, finished 17th and sixth, respectively. Smith leads Sadler by 14 points and
Elliott by 20 heading into this weekend’s Gardner Denver 200 at Road America in Elkhart
Lake, Wisc.
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5. Brad Keselowski, 490
6. Carl Edwards, 462
7. Joey Logano, 454
8. Kyle Larson, 454
9. Kevin Harvick, 447
10. Kyle Busch, 446
NUMERICALLY
SPEAKING
4
Points positions gained by Paul Menard
in the Quicken Loans 400 at Michigan
— to 13th — the most of any full-time
Sprint Cup driver.
2
123
9
Drivers in the top 20 in Sprint Cup points
without a top-5 finish this season: Ryan
Newman and Austin Dillon, both of whom
drive for Richard Childress Racing.
Laps led by Kurt Busch in the past
nine races at Sonoma Raceway,
tops among all Cup drivers.
Laps led by Dale Earnhardt Jr. in his 14
career starts at Sonoma Raceway. All
nine were in 2004.
Darrell Wallace Jr. becomes first African-American driver to win
multiple major NASCAR races
In winning the Drivin’ for Linemen 200
Camping World Truck Series race at Gateway
Motorsports Park on Saturday night, Darrell
Wallace Jr. became the first African-American
driver ever to win more than one major
NASCAR race.
Wallace, in just his 29th career Truck
Series start, prevailed in a late-race duel
with German Quiroga Jr. to score his second
Truck win, the first coming at Martinsville
Speedway last October. The only other
African-American driver to win a major
NASCAR race is the late Wendell Scott, who
recently was voted into the NASCAR Hall of
Fame.
It appeared that Wallace would battle his
Kyle Busch Motorsports teammate Erik Jones
for the win, but Jones spun after contact with
Darrell Wallace Jr. celebrates in Victory
Quiroga.
Wallace started second and led the first 62 Lane after the Drivin’ for Linemen 200
laps of the race, but during an early pit stop, at Gateway Motorsports Park.
his crew had trouble changing a tire, and cost
him valuable time.
Quiroga finished second over Timothy Peters, Johnny Sauter and Ron Hornaday Jr.
The return of NASCAR racing to Gateway also saw several young drivers excel on the
track.
Stewart-Haas Racing development driver Cole Custer won the pole in his third Truck
Series start to become the youngest pole winner in a major NASCAR series, at 16
years, 4 months and 22 days old. He went on to finish sixth.
And John Hunter Nemechek, son of veteran NASCAR driver Joe Nemechek, led three
times for 53 laps and was in contention to win until a flat tire relegated him to a 15thplace finish.
Sauter’s finish allowed him to take the series points lead from Matt Crafton, who
blew a tire and crashed while leading. The Truck circuit now heads to Kentucky
Speedway for the UNOH 225 on June 26.
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Spartan Pride: Taylor and Tyler Malpass
Showcase Talents in Athletics and in the Classroom
“Volleyball has always been a passion for me,” he explains. “Since
there was no boys’ team at Union, I drove to Cary to play with
the men’s team at their YMCA. I joined a high performance travel
team and we traveled to Myrtle Beach, Daytona, Virginia and
other parts of South Carolina. It was at Daytona that the coach
from New Jersey Institute of Technology recruited me. (Tyler
spent his freshman year at NJIT before transferring to Barton
College).”
But he had been involved with sports from a young age. “My mom
(Tammy Tew) has always kept me active in sports as soon as I
was old enough,” Tyler said. “We were playing soccer, T-Ball and
basketball with the recreation department. At Union, I played
basketball and baseball and helped with girls’ volleyball too.”
Growing up in the Union District has helped Tyler develop into
the person he is today, he said. “The best part of playing athletics
at Union was the opportunity to make new friends. I remember
my first year at Union, we were a force to be reckoned with, but as
we lost seniors, the last couple of years were a struggle. Through
the good and the bad, the friends I made are unforgettable. I have
memories of crazy things that we did on the bench and in the
dugout. No matter what - win or lose - we were there encouraging
each other ... that is what I will always remember.”
Taylor and Tyler Malpass Star
Athlete of the Week
A unique athletic duo has been named this week’s Performance
Auto/Sampson Weekly Star Athletes of the Week.
Tyler and Taylor Malpass have been well-known names in the Union
District for years, however, the brother-sister duo have been star
athletes in sports, and star pupils in the classrooms.
Tyler, 22, recently graduated from Barton College, playing
volleyball on a scholarship. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science
in Criminal Justice and Criminology and completed his senior
internship for the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigations
after being selected out of 100 candidates.
Delivering a 3.4 GPA, Tyler, was named to the Conference Carolinas
Presidential Honor Roll in all six semesters at Barton. He also
garnered an ADA Academic Achievement Award in 2013 and 2014
and was a 4-time Presidential List student and a 2-time Dean’s List
student.
One of his best memories at Barton was his final game as a Bulldog
in the semi-finals. “The gym was packed,” Tyler remembers. “The
spectators were loud and both teams were determined to win.
Both coaches got yellow cards and each game was so close. We all
chewed fingernails, pulled hair and gritted our teeth. Although
we lost with all three games going over 25 points, I’ll never forget
the way our team played.”
Right now, Tyler’s future plans revolve around working in
Criminal Justice. “I am hoping to work in a probation program in
the Raleigh area,” he said. “I have currently applied for acceptance
to law school. My mom says I would be a good lawyer because I
always have to have the last word ...”
Tyler also hopes to continue his career in volleyball - one way or
the other. “My goal now that I have graduated college is to help
spread the sport of men’s volleyball. The sport is slowly growing
and I would like to see it in areas that don’t have a program. My
immediate plans are to coach a travel team and maybe, eventually,
coach on a higher level.”
“My mom said that I will need to get adjusted to college life and
academics at ECU before I attempt to play volleyball,” she said. “I
may join the club team to keep in shape and who knows, maybe
next year I’ll try out for the team.”
Volleyball has been an important part of Taylor’s life, like her
brother, she began playing sports at a young age. “I played
volleyball, basketball and softball at the same recreation
department with my brother,” she explained. “My favorite sport is
volleyball. I started in middle school playing with the recreation
department and with the middle school volleyball team. I love
serving the ball. I was moved from the junior varsity to varsity to
help with serving.”
Leaving the district she grew up in will be bittersweet for the
upcoming Pirate freshman. “My best memories (from playing
sports at Union) is beating our rivals - Clinton and Midway,”
Taylor admits. “My junior year in softball, we beat Midway in the
bottom of the ninth inning, I will always remember that.”
When asked what it is like to share the Performance Auto/
Sampson Weekly Star Athlete of the Week award, Taylor said,
“I am excited. I want to let everyone know that if you try hard
enough you can accomplish and reach your goals. I am tickled to
be in the same article with my ‘big brother’.”
Jaclyn Garey, CDC/SPC at Union High School said this about
Taylor: “She is an excellent leader in the classroom and in other
areas of our school. Taylor is involved in many extracurricular
activities, which exhibits her ability to be organized, responsible,
and dependable. Taylor is a well-rounded individual who knows
what her goals are and strives to do her best. Taylor has a strong
work ethic as she works extremely hard to accomplish these
goals.” Garey continues, “Although I feel that being well rounded
in academics is imperative, there is another aspect in which
students need to possess, character. Character is what makes each
of us who we are. Character is what gives us the drive to succeed
and better ourselves. Taylor possesses numerous character traits
which are essential in accomplishing her dreams. Taylor is always
willing to do whatever is asked of her and does it with a smile
on her face. She gets along well with others by encouraging them
to do their best and never lose sight of their goals. Her morals
and values stand strong as she is an excellent role model for her
peers...”
Tyler began playing volleyball on a boys’ team at the YMCA.
Taylor will be headed to East Carolina University in the fall. She
plans to major in Physical Therapy with an emphasis on children.
Taylor Malpass
“Through the ups and downs over the first two years, Tyler remained
constant,” said Barton head men’s and women’s volleyball coach Jeff
Lennox. “A very responsible, respectful and high character person.
All character traits necessary to help mold the young men of this
team. The same qualities that Tyler displays on the team can also
be seen on the campus. He is very positive and is always found
encouraging his teammates and pushing them to become better
players and people.”
He was also touched by the comments coach Lennox made on his
behalf. “Coach Lennox was just named Coach of the Year,” said Tyler.
“He has been an inspiration to me and to the game of volleyball.
He has undertaken a new program and in three years, we made the
semi-finals. Coach Lennox was stern and tough, but he knows what
it takes to have a winning team.”
Her motto for success was very simple. “If you work hard enough
you can achieve anything,” Taylor said. “I feel like we (me and
my brother) are being noticed because we have been able to stay
away from drugs and alcohol - work hard at school, making good
grades and playing the sports we love.”
She also leaves behind coaches that played a vital role in her
athletic development. “I had several coaches that have had a
major impact on my success as a player,” she said. “Each one gave
everything they had to the game. They were always willing to help
in any way they could, even if it meant staying late to help me.”
Tyler’s younger sister, Taylor, recently graduated with honors
from Union High School. She was not only a standout in the
classroom; the 18-year-old was a standout athlete in volleyball,
basketball and softball as a Spartan.
“I enjoyed being a part of a new program and see it get off the
ground,” Tyler said about Barton’s men’s volleyball program. “Our
team started and struggled at the beginning but we overcame and
succeeded. I made many friends and since I was the only senior to
graduate, I’ll be back to cheer them (the team) on.”
Pope continued, “Having taught Taylor in class over the course
of her high school career, I can attest to her work ethics and the
pride she takes in completing her assignments. Taylor worked
extremely hard to be a marshal at last year’s graduation and she
maintains that top 10 ranking in her graduating class this year.
In addition to her academic and athletic work, Taylor has also
worked hard to make Union High School and her community
a better place. Her work with community projects through the
BETA Club has all been successful. Taylor has accomplished all of
these things by being motivated and organized. It is very difficult
to play three sports and be involved in all of her extra-curricular
activities. Taylor has done this with remarkable success.”
When asked his thoughts on being named this week’s Performance
Auto’s/Sampson Weekly Star Athlete of the Week, Tyler said, “It is
an honor to know that I’m sharing this with my sister. I am excited
to let everyone know where I have been and how I have done in
sports and in school.”
On the volleyball court, Tyler was named Barton men’s volleyball
team sportsmanship award winner for 2011-12 and would like to
one day head coach a women’s college volleyball program or practice
criminal defense law.
Lennox said that in his last month as a Bulldog, Tyler came off the
bench and “contributed greatly” to the team. “He led in hitting
percentage,” he noted. “Tyler’s presence in the gym and around
Barton College will be greatly missed in the years to come ...”
has taken all the required courses for college acceptance while
being involved in sports and many other school related extracurricular activities.”
“If high school faculty were allowed to pick and choose
individuals that they wish to teach based on the students’ levels of
preparation, performance, determination and hard work, Taylor
would always make the roster,” notes Taylor’s basketball coach
Tim Pope. “Having had the pleasure of knowing Taylor for the
past four years, and having had the privilege of being her Director
of Athletics, I know first-hand the determination and hard work
that Taylor has put forth in her high school career. Taylor finished
her high school career ranked in the top 10 in the senior class and
PERFORMANCE AUTOMOTIVE Salutes this week’s
The duo’s mother, Tammy Tew and father Randy Malpass, said
they were both very proud of their children.
“I am very proud of Tyler and Taylor,” said Tew. “It’s a great feeling
to know how hard they have worked and the accomplishments
they have achieved. Both stayed in the top 10 each year at Union
High and graduated with honors. It’s a great achievement to be
able to take AP courses, play sports and consistently be in the
top 10.”
Tew, who also played volleyball and softball in high school (at
Cape Fear High), noted that the brother-sister duo are very close.
“Taylor looks up to Tyler for advice and as a role model,” she
explains. “They are very close. If Tyler couldn’t make a game, I
had to keep him up-to-date by texting. Same goes for Taylor; if
she couldn’t be there (at Tyler’s games) she had to know what was
happening with his game.”
When asked what was the best part of her children playing in
sports, Tew says quickly, “They have met and made many friends.
Tyler getting the Sportsmanship Award and Taylor getting the
Spartan Award is indicative of their attitude ... The best part of
my children attending Union is that they had the opportunity to
be involved. The staff and the coaches were always encouraging
and brought out the best in them - both academically and in
athletics.”
When it comes to this duo, it is easy for Sampson County to share
in Spartan pride.
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Academy Awards
Principal’s List (All A’s on Report Card)
Pictured from left to right: Caroline Matthews, Coleton Norris, Rachel Oliver, Britney
Christianson, Meredith Tatum, Daniel Matthews.
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Clinton City Schools’ Students
of the Month for June 2014
LC Kerr School – Gracie Butler, Butler Avenue School – Savanna Pope, Sunset
Avenue School – Nathan Zuniga, Sampson Middle School – Shyde Underwood,
Clinton High School – Joseph Locklear
CCS Education Spotlight
LC Kerr Student Presentations
LC Kerr recently held a science fair titled “Science is Fun 2014”. 36 projects were completed by students from LC Kerr, and at the June Clinton City Schools Board of Education
meeting 4 of those students were given the opportunity to discuss their projects before
board members and those in attendance.
A Honor Roll (A Average)
Pictured from left to right: Matthew Davis, Hailey Davis, Laci Lucas, Kassidy Rushing,
Jake White, Leah Wheeler, Hunter Jackson, Madison Hall, Nate Small.
Row 2: Evan Plant, Savannah Fann, Faith McLamb Christopher Matthews, Sydney Norris, Sarah White
Jacob Baggett presented Sensational Seeds from Casey Avery’s Class
B Honor Roll (B Average)
Pictured from left to right: Samantha Marshburn, Julie Gore, Elizabeth Lee, Jacob
Shirley, Katelynn Owens
Row 2: Noah Owen, John Wanner, JeriAnne Rushing, Meredith Royal, Justin Lucas,
Jonah Oliver, Courtney Barber.
Row 3: Ryan Carter, Joshua Davis, Hannah Horne, Caroline Chestnutt, Kyndall Owens,
Charlotte Smith
Jaxson Smith presented Soil from Regina
Taylor’s Class
Stephen Carter presented May The Force
Be With You from Kristin Allison’s Class
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Tarheel ChalleNGe offers young
men and women the opportunity
to believe in themselves and
therefore achieve in life.
To dream is to wish.
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HEALTH
Pregnancy Care Management
OBCM – Program Offered
At Sampson County Health Department
a History of Pre-eclampsia
•
Unsafe living environment (homelessness, inadequate
housing, domestic violence or abuse)
•
Substance Use
•
Tobacco Use
•
Missing two or more prenatal appointments without
rescheduling
•
Inappropriate/multiple use of hospital services
The services are available to any woman with Medicaid who
lives in Sampson County, regardless of where she goes for prenatal care. Pregnancy Care Management staff receive referrals
and contact the person for follow-up care. Any medical provider or agency that works with pregnant women can refer clients.
Clients that have any of the above risk factors above and are
interested in the program can also contact the Pregnancy Care
Management staff.
by
Annie Fennell, RN
The Sampson County Health Department offers a prenatal
program, Pregnancy Care Management Services - OBCM.
The Program was developed by the North Carolina Division
of Public Health and the North Carolina Division of Medical Assistance and is designed to assist pregnant women with
Medicaid who have high risk factors to achieve a healthier
pregnancy.
The Pregnancy Care Management – OBCM – Program targets
pregnant women who have high risk factors that could cause a
difficult pregnancy. These may include:
•
A history of preterm birth
•
A history of low birth weight in the infant
•
Multiple gestation, such as twins or triplets
•
Complications with the unborn baby
•
Chronic medical conditions which may complicate
pregnancy, such as high blood pressure, Diabetes, Asthma or
Addiction hurts more than
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offered to women who have had previous preterm labor and/
or deliveries. The purpose of the injections is to help prevent
preterm labor. Services provided are:
•
Educating the client/family on 17P and its purpose
•
Assisting the patient in arranging to receive 17P injections and follow up when an injection is missed
If you are: a Medical Provider and would like to refer a client; a
pregnant woman; know someone that may qualify for the program; or you would like more information on the Pregnancy
Care Management Program, please call the Sampson County
Health Department at 910-592-1131, extensions 4973, 4969,
4230 or 4237.
The Pregnancy Care Management staff provides the following
services:
•
Follow-ups on prenatal care issues and other clinical
needs
•
Work with OB Providers and others who provide services to the pregnant woman to make sure everyone is aware of
her concerns and needs.
•
Provide education regarding: the need to keep all prenatal-related appointments; understanding and following the
OB provider’s instructions; and the importance of getting postpartum care.
•
Arrange/assist with the transition from the OB Provider to a primary care medical home as needed for the woman
after delivery if she remains or becomes eligible for Medicaid
after the postpartum period.
The Pregnancy Care Management staff also offers assistance
with 17P treatment program. 17P is a series of weekly injections
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Week of June 20-26, 2014
Arrest Reports
06-13 Angela Louise Eldridge, 46; 151 Oak
Ridge Lane, Dunn; Second Degree Trespass;
Communicating Threats; Unsecured Bond
$500; Court 06-30
06-13 Ciska Denise Eliason, 56; 1137 Lake
Artesia Rd., Faison; 2 Counts: Larceny; Secured Bond $3,000; Court 07-23
06-13 Saren Nazareth Velasquez, 23; 612
Ferrell St., Clinton; Second Degree Trespass;
Secured Bond $2,000; Court 07-11
06-13 Hakeena Pennell, 21; 402 Morrisey
Blvd., Clinton; Shoplifting; Court 07-08
06-13 John Robert Autry Jr., 47; 4108 Tobacco Rd., Fayetteville; Assault on a Female;
Unsecured Bond $1,000; Court 07-15
06-13 Michael Turner Jr., 21; 1146 Cannady
Rd., Jacksonville; Larceny; Possession of Stolen Goods/Property; Secured Bond $25,000;
Court 06-27
06-14 Julio Roger Pavon, 41; 207 Nolly St.,
Clinton; Escape from Custody or Resist Arrest; All Traffic (except DWI); DWI; Secured
Bond $2,000; Court 07-08
06-14 Sharika Nicole Jacobs , 29; 104 Holly
Thicket Lane, Ivanhoe; Assault with a Deadly Weapon; Unsecured Bond $500; Court
07-08
06-14 Lesley Thornton, 28; 368 Brewington
Rd., Clinton; 2 Counts: Order for Arrest-Felony Serious Injury by Vehicle; Secured Bond
$50,000; Court 06-30
06-14 Tony Anson Bass, 57; 881 Plainview
Hwy., Dunn; Possession of Firearm by Felon;
Secured Bond $100,000; Court 06-27
06-15 William Chad Strickland, 35; 207 Gracie Lane, Clayton; Assault on a Female; Secured Bond $2,000; Court 07-18
06-15 Nicolas Turrubiartez Jr., 55; 309 Oak
St., Roseboro; Domestic Violence Protection
Order Violation; No Bond; Court 07-07
06-15 Rubin Scott Coats, 43; 1800 Moore’s
Bridge Rd., Rose Hill; Assault by Pointing a
Gun; Assault on a Female; 2 Counts: Communicating Threats; Secured Bond $20,000;
Court 07-21
06-15
Johnny Edward Lucas III, 22;
5707 Dunn Rd., Roseboro; Failure to Appear-DWLR; DWLR; Secured Bond $1,500;
Court 07-08
06-15 Amy Jane Ismail, 41; 260 Collins Farm
Lane, Lillington; 4 Counts: Contempt of Court,
Perjury, Court Violations; $143,000; Court 07-01
06-16 Danny Williams, 39; 70 Woody Pine Lane,
Salemburg; Injury to Real Property; Secured
Bond $1,000; Court 07-08
06-16 Harry Lee Tate Jr., 30; 341 Johnson Ave.,
Willard; Failure to Appear-DWLR; Failure to Appear-Possession of Marijuana up to ½ oz; Failure to Appear-DWLR; Secured Bond $1,100;
Court 07-02
06-16 Allen Lopez, 34; 65 Forest Hills Lane,
Clinton; Contempt of Court, Perjury, Court Violations; Secured Bond $500; Court 07-18
06-16 Tommy Christopher Hill, 47; 1095 Petrea
Rd., Lot 4, Lexington; Parole & Probation Violations; Secured Bond $50,000; Court 06-26
06-16 Boney Herra, 45; 234 Odham Ave., Garland; 2 Counts-Resisting a Public Officer; Secured Bond $2,000; Court 07-10
06-17 Diana Michelle Dabbs, 24; 627 W Second
St., Garland; 4 Counts: Fraud-Worthless Checks;
Unsecured Bond $1,500; Court 07-22
06-17 Darrick Cornell Butler, 38; 2686 Autry
Mill Rd., Godwin; Possession of Firearm by Felon; Secured Bond $4,999; Court 07-18
06-17 Nicolas Turrubiartez Jr., 55; 309 Oak St.,
Roseboro; Domestic Violence Protective Order
Violation; No Bond; Court 07-18
06-17 Paul Scowden, 59; 5839 Fayetteville
Hwy., Godwin; Simple Physical Assault on a Female; Unsecured Bond $1,500; Court 07-22
06-17 Bernard Cherry, 44; 844 W Burkhead St.,
Whiteville; Non-Support; $4,375; Court 08-15
06-17 Darin Leon Blankenship Sr., 44; 836 Kenan Weeks Rd., Newton Grove; Possession with
Intent to Sell/Deliver Marijuana; Possession of
Meth Precursors with Intent to Distribute; Possession of Drug Paraphernalia; Secured Bond
$30,000; Court 07-18
06-17 John Sheridan, 45; 141 Day Lilly Lane,
Dunn; Magistrate Order Failure to Support;
Court 07-18
06-17 Boney Herrera, 45; 234 Odham Ave., Garland; Communicating Threats; Secured Bond
$1,000; Court 07-10
06-17 Stevie Lanier Jr., 33; 1149 Calico Rd.,
Teachey; 3 Counts: Failure to Appear-Speeding
DWLR; Secured Bond $2,000; Court 07-22
Marriage Certificates
-Daniel Philip Hobbs to Brittany Lynn Bass
-Elias Orea Perez to Doretha Williams Colvin
-Travis Lee Irvin to Jenifer Jazmin Hernandez
-Tanner Price Port to Heather Marie Amos
-Charles Thomas Smith to Edith Ann Hammonds
-Pablo Javier Marcias to Jazmin Julissa Hernandez Hernandez
Deaths
-Anita Jean Benson
-Helen Nance Crumpler
-Danielle Nicole Locklear
-Edward Thomas Owens
-Sylvester Parker
-Kenneth Elton Rose
Births
-Ja’Kia Colleen Ashley born on June 2, 2014 at Sampson Regional Medical Center to
Shannon Leon Ashley and Sasha Alenea Ashley
-Jailynn Julie Herring born on June 3, 2014 at Sampson Regional Medical Center to
Khadijah Alisia Newton
-Jesse Abiel Paz Martinez born on June 3, 2014 at Sampson Regional Medical Center to
Alvaro Denis Oliva Paz and Melissa Yaneth Martinez Meza
-Kayden Kelly Lee Robinson born on June 3, 2014 at Sampson Regional Medical Center
to Tiffany Gail Lee
-Henry Ely Juarez Lopez born on May 27, 2014 at Sampson Regional Medical Center to
Henry Waldemar Juarez Pascual and Aracely Elizabeth Lopez Lopez
-Genesis Yamileth Lopez Ordonez born on May 27, 2014 at Sampson Regional Medical
Center to Elmer Humberto Lopez and Mirsy Yamileth Ordonez
-Anneliese Romero born on May 28, 2014 at Sampson Regional Medical Center to
Benjamin Romero and Macrina Franco Vega
-Ameera Iratzi Mendoza Benitez born on June 4, 2014 at Sampson Regional Medical
Center to Alejandro Mendoza Bautista and Itzel Nathalie Benitez
-Lucas Oliver West born on June 5, 2014 at Sampson Regional Medical Center to Timothy
Joseph West and Lauren Elizabeth West
-Frederick Matthew Garcia born on June 4, 2014 at Sampson Regional Medical Center to
Federico Mateo Garcia and Stephanie Leigh Pope
-Michael Thomas Williams Jr born on June 5, 2014 at Sampson Regional Medical Center
to Michael Thomas Williams and Felicia Michelle Mahoney
-Dylan Jared Carcamo born on June 8, 2014 at Sampson Regional Medical Center to Victor
Chub and Ada Suleyda Carcamo
Land Transfers
-Bobby Ray Honeycutt, Harrison Lee Honeycutt Estate, Sarah Ann Honeycutt/ADMR,
Sarah Ann Honeycutt to Seven Mile LLC- 2.38 Acres Lot 2 Herrings
-Jennifer J Honeycutt, Lyndall Clark Honeycutt, Jeffrey B Jackson, Veronica M Jackson to
Adam Thomas Britt and Ashley Henry Britt- 2 Tracts Newton Grove
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06-17 Jose Manuel Gonzalez, 26; 206 One Way St.,
Sevierville, TN; DWI; Secured Bond $2,000; Court
07-10
06-18 James M McCormick, 30; 4957 W Hwy 74,
Lumberton; Failure to Appear; $939; Court 07-02
06-18 Latony Darrell Herring; 27; 937 Isaac Rd.,
Clinton; Fraud-Obtaining Money/Property by
False Pretense; Possession of Stolen Motor Vehicle; Secured Bond $20,000; Court 06-27
06-18 Marcus Warren Naylor, 40; 8318 N Salemburg Hwy., Roseboro; Contempt of Court, Perjury,
Court Violations; $841; Court 07-11
06-18 Timmy Brayboy, 53; 289 Flemming Lane;
Clinton; Simple Assault-All Other Simple Assault;
No Bond; Court 06-24
06-18 Storm Ellis Tootie, 21; 102 Hunt Dr., Hubert;
Felony Possession of Marijuana; Possession with
intent to sell or ditribute Marijuana; Maintain a
Vehicle/Place/Dwelling for Controlled substance;
Possession of Drug Paraphernalia; Secured Bond
$35,000; Court 07-18
06-18 Mackenzie James Hayes, 19; 130 Corbett
Rd., Swansboro; Felony Possession of Marijuana;
PWISD Marijuana; Possession of Drug Paraphernalia; Secured Bond $25,000; Court 07-18
06-18 Vicotria Toni English, 20; 119 Melvin Rd.,
Harrells; Trespassing; 2 Counts: Communicating
Threats; Secured Bond $4,000; Court 07-29
Incident/Investigation Reports
06-13 Beatrice McIntyre reported the Larceny of
Clothing located at 407 A Sampson St., Clinton.
06-13 Linda Harrington reported the Larceny of
her Bicycle located 411 Oakland Blvd., Clinton.
06-13 Jaunteria Faison reported the Larceny of
US Currency located at 500 Lisbon St., Clinton.
06-13 Tiffany Fisher reported damage to her
Ford Explorer located at the Dollar General on NE
Blvd., Clinton.
06-13 Joseph Hill reported the Larceny of his
Wallet located at Wal-Mart on Sunset Ave., Clinton. Items reported missing included US Currency, Florida CDL’s, Medical Card, and a Social Security Card.
06-13 Anne Faircloth reported a Breaking & Entering located at 207 Chestnut St., Clinton. Items
reported missing included a TV and DVD player.
06-13 Mariela Santibanez reported the Larceny
of her Charcoal Grill from her residence located
15
at 24 Jackson Ave., Garland.
06-13 Christopher Matthews reported
the Larceny of his Firearm from his residence located at 131 Sandy Ridge Rd.,
Dunn.
06-14 Enterprise Rentals reported the
Theft of a Motor Vehicle located at 2707
Basstown Rd., Clinton. Other items reported missing included an Adams golf
bag, set of gold clubs, US Currency, gift
cards, tool bag with tools, and a pair of
golf shoes.
06-14 Billie Poole reported a Larceny at
his residence located at 2384 Laurel Lake
Rd., Salemburg. Items reported missing
included 4 lawn chairs, lawn loveseat,
and a lion statue.
06-16 Rosemery Cisnero reported the
Theft of her Nissan Maxima located at
259 Nicole Lane, Clinton.
06-16 Nellie Pegues reported a Burglary
located at 435 Richard Rd., Salemburg.
Items reported missing included a coil
top range, refrigerator, dryer, washer, various drapes and linens.
06-17 Venture Manor Reality reported
the Larceny of Copper Wire located at
1100 Sampson St., Clinton.
06-18 Quincy Smith reported a Breaking
& Entering at his residence located at 51
Retirement Lane, Salemburg. No items
were reported missing.
06-18 Rainey Lamb reported the Larceny of her License Plate from her Vehicle
located at 216 W Dr. Martin Luther King
Blvd., Roseboro.
06-18 Alex Beasley reported a Larceny
from his Vehicle at his residence located
at 3482 Plainview Hwy., Dunn. Items reported missing included a camera, 10
inch tablet, medication, 2 fishing rods
and reels.
06-18 Delmar Velasquez reported a Burglary at his residence located at 392 Pegleg Rd., Magnolia. Items reported missing
included 2 TV’s and a AC unit.
06-18 Juana Baltazar reported a Burglary
at her residence located at 572 Pegleg
Rd., Magnolia. Items reported missing included a 26 inch flat screen TV, 2 pit bull
puppies, 3 check books, and a pair of eyeglasses.
-Deborah Ann Owens to Brenda Minor and Edwin Minor- 0.63 Acres Lot 8 Little
Coharie
-Anthony Earl Grimes, Kimberly Twigg Grimes to Grimes Brothers Farms Limited
Partnership- 1.10 Acres Piney Grove
-Earl D Grimes, Herbert Braxton Grimes, Judy Turner Grimes to Anthony Earl Grimes
and Kimberly Twigg Grimes- 2.78 Acres Piney Grove
-Barbara Cook Anderson, Susan C Cook, Randy F Gantt, Carl H Hairr, Frances Cook
Hairr, Leah Ruth Poovey, Mark Nixon Poovey, Sharon M Poovey, Alice Jane Royal,
Ammie Lee Royal, Betsy K Royal, Billy Williamson Royal, Bruce Torrans Royal, Charles
Kenneth Royal, Gertrude Royal, Jane Laura Royal, Joseph G Royal, Mary Love Royal,
Nancy Earl Royal to Joseph A Warren III, Joseph A Warren Jr and Linda B Warren- 2
Tracts w/exceptions Honeycutt
-Arcoma Poovey, Arcoma Poovey/EXR, Jerry Poovey Estate to Joseph A Warren III,
Joseph A Warren Jr and Linda B Warren- 2 Tracts w/exceptions Honeycutt
-Barbara Ann Blackburn, David Wade Blackburn to Cynthia Hudson Edwards, Terry
Hudson- South Clinton
-Clementine Herring Bromell, Annie Herring Williams, Leroy Arvern Williams to Doris
Sevilla and Francisco Vasquez- Lot 1 South River
-Kelly Pope Fiske, Timothy Paul Fiske to Marcella R Elmore and Phillip P Elmore- Lot
2 Mingo
-BAC Home Loans Servicing/LP BY AIF, Bank of America NA/Successor by Merger/
By AIF, Carolee Berasi/AIF, Countrywide Home Loan Servicing/LP FKA to Secretary of
HUD- 0.46 Acres Sampson
-Carter Gravatt, Windley Peterson Gravatt, Julia C Peterson Estate, Natalie Peterson,
Oscar J Peterson, Oscar James Peterson III/EXR, Oscar James Peterson IV, Adam Pollock,
Leigh Peterson Rose, Elizabeth Bunting Wasley to Carol D Miller, Steven L Miller- Lot
South Clinton
-Johnny L Faison Jr to Alice D Faison- Tract 1 24.55 Acres Turkey
-Lillie Mae Matthis to Teresa Gail Hairr and Sheila Kay Kempf- 1.75 Acres Halls
-Becky N Williams, Glenn H Williams to Anthony G Williams- Lot 1 0.68 Acres Mingo
-Alice Virginia Lenker, Ethan Allen Lenker to Frederick Clark and Tearra Williams- Lot
16 Killington Place Subdivision Plainview
-DMB Development Inc, DMB Partners LLC Successor TO, William B Sutton Jr, Mary
Sue Winfrey to Betty F Tyndall and Jesse J Tyndall- Lot 88 Timberlake Sub Section
Fourteen 0.87 Acres North Clinton
-Mary Ann Tew Parker, Robert H Parker Sr to Mary Ann Tew Parker, Robert H Parker
Jr, Parker H Parker Sr- 24.02 Acres Mingo
-John W Holland, Sharon Z Holland to Jose Angel Jose Antonio, Martina Jose AntonioLot 13 Dismal
-Jay Eben Reeves, Joy Crumpler Reeves to Jerry Webster Crumpler- Tract 3 2.33 Acres
Belvoir
-John R Minnich Jr, Judy H Minnich to Southern Properties of Sampson LLC- 0.21 Acres
N Clinton
-James Arthur Brewington, Peggy Tew Brewington to Carol Gene Brewington- 0.44
Acres Belvoir
-Janet R Herring to Deborah Powell Lapi, Francis Lapi, Deborah Powell Lapi- 1.30 Acres
Lot 4A and 4B Belvoir
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Week of June 20-26, 2014
Week of June 20-26, 2014
STEDMAN
Mr. Lenzy Mac Autry,
71 of Stedman passed
away on Sunday, June
15, 2014 at his home.
The funeral service
was held at 2:00 PM
Thursday, June 19 at
Butler Funeral Home
in Stedman with the
Rev. Ricky Dawson and
Rev. Tommy Honeycutt officiating. Burial followed in
the Magnolia Baptist Church Cemetery. Mr. Autry
was a native of Cumberland County, the son of the
Martin Lenzy and Flora Ann Maness Autry. He was
preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Rita Sue
Autry; a sister, Annie Mae West; and a brother, Martin
Vernon Autry. He was an industrial mechanic and a
veteran of the United States Air Force. He is survived
by a son, Brett Autry and wife Michel of Stedman;
step daughter, Tonya Crane of Largo, Florida; sister,
Joyce Autry of Stedman; brother, Gerald Autry of
Stedman; three grandchildren, Lenzy Autry, Ryan
Autry, and Regan Autry; three step grandchildren,
Mark Crane, Monica Crane and Winston Crane; five
great grandchildren. The family received friends
from 12:00 Noon until 1:45 PM on Thursday, June
19 at Butler Funeral Home in Stedman. Memorials
may be made to Friends of the Cancer Center at
Cape Fear Valley Medical Center, 1638 Owen Drive,
Fayetteville, NC 28304. Services entrusted to Butler
Funeral Home, 6535 Clinton Road, Stedman, NC
28391.
ROSEBORO
Mr. Bobby Gene Parker,
76 of 412 W. North
Street, Roseboro, died
on Wednesday, June 11,
2014 at Wayne Memorial
Hospital in Goldsboro.
The funeral service was
held at 12:00 P.M. on
Monday, June 16, 2014
at Butler Funeral Home
with Rev. Buddy Parker officiating. Burial followed
at the Roseboro Cemetery. Mr. Parker was born
on November 9, 1937 to the late Perry C. and Onie
Lawson Parker. He is preceded in death by: his
parents; and his wife, Brenda Beasley Parker. He
was a Veteran of the U.S. Army Signal Corp and
retired after 47 years of service as a Manager with
Bell South Services. Bobby was a very kind and
generous dad, father-in-law, and friend. He was
always there to listen to you and offer great advice
when needed. You could talk to him about anything
at all. He was also naturally witty and would joke
around but then give you such practical advice! We
will all miss him very much! Bobby was known as
“Papa’ to his 4 grandchildren, who all adored him!
He always kept a frame on the wall in his living room
and made sure he had updated photos of all his
grandkids. They will miss him! He is survived by:
two sons, Bobby Gene Parker, Jr. and wife, Lana
of Kernersville and Curtis Dean Parker of WinstonSalem; four grandchildren, Sydney Parker, Zachary
Parker, Davis Parker and Paris Parker; one sister,
Ellen Wilson and husband, Gary of Virginia; and a
sister-in-law, Betty Martin and husband, Garland of
Kernersville. The family received friends on Monday
morning from 11:00 to 11:45 P.M. at Butler Funeral
Home in Roseboro. Services entrusted to Butler
Funeral Home, 401 W. Roseboro Street, Roseboro.
MAGNOLIA
Miss Melissa Santana
Reyes, 25, of 2982
Trinity Church Road,
died Wednesday, June
18, 2014, at her home.
A funeral service will be
held 11 A.M., Saturday,
June 21, at Trinity United
Methodist Church, 1609
Trinity Church Road,
Magnolia, NC, with the
Reverend Chris Snyder officiating. Interment will
follow in the church cemetery. Miss Reyes, born in
Sampson County, was the daughter of Sandra Kay
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Watson Reyes and the late Tommy Alfred Reyes.
She attended Trinity United Methodist Church. She
was predeceased by her father, Tommy Alfred Reyes,
and her maternal grandfather, Rivers Watson. She
is survived her mother, Sandra Watson Reyes of the
home; a sister, Tomi Renee Reyes of Wilmington; a
brother, Watson Rivers Reyes of the home; her maternal
grandmother, Janice Stroud Watson of Magnolia;
paternal grandparents, Irene Reyes and Cayetano
Reyes of Victorville CA; two special uncles, Lyndon
“Fitz” Watson and Philip Watson; a favorite cousin,
Mariah Stuart; her best friend, Samantha Beckwith; her
faithful dog, Deezy. The family will receive friends 6-8
P.M., Friday, June 20, at Crumpler-Honeycutt Funeral
Home in Clinton and other times at the home of her
grandmother, 3006 Trinity Church Road, Magnolia,
NC. Flowers are welcome or memorials may be made
to Trinity United Methodist Church, P. O. Box 115,
Clinton, NC 28329. Arrangements are by CrumplerHoneycutt Funeral Home, 118 Fayetteville Street,
Clinton, NC 28328.
ABERDEEN
Mr. Thomas Bernard
Speaks, Jr, 50, of
Aberdeen passed away
on Friday, June 13,
2014 at Central Carolina
Hospital in Sanford. A
celebration of life was
held on Wednesday, June
18, 2014 in the Chapel of Cox Memorial Funeral Home
and Crematory with Chaplin Ken Rahal officiating.
Burial will be in Virginia at a later date. Thomas was
born in Washington, DC on April 5, 1964 to Thomas
Bernard and Margaret Thatcher Speaks, Sr. He spent
his working career as a self-employed house painter
and was an avid NASCAR fan. He was a loving son,
brother and friend and will be greatly missed. He is
survived by his father, Thomas Bernard Speaks, Sr;
sisters, Elisabeth Horne of VA, Teresa Ellixon of VA,
Debbie Boone of Wilmington and a host of friends.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Margaret
Thatcher Speaks. The family received friends on
Tuesday, June 17, 2014 in the family visitation rooms
at Cox Memorial Funeral Home and Crematory. In lieu
of flowers, memorials may be made to Moore Humane
Society, P O Box 203, Southern Pines, NC 28388. The
family has entrusted services to Cox Memorial Funeral
Home and Crematory. Condolences may be sent to
www.coxmemorialfuneralhome.com. Cox Memorial
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Clinton
Mr.
Harold
Gene
Twisdale, 75 of 500
Underwood St. died at
Rex Hospital in Raleigh
Sunday June 15, 2014.
Funeral services were
held
Wednesday
at
1:00 PM at First Baptist
Church with Rev. Charles
Allard and Rev. Ron
Cava officiating. Burial
followed in Oakland
Heights Cemetery in
Smithfield. Born in 1938
in Johnston County, Mr.
Twisdale was the son of
the late James H. and
Ruth Sullivan Twisdale.
He was Past Master of
the Hiram Lodge #98
AF & AM in 2003 and
a Provost Guard with
Sudan Shriners in New
Bern. He was a retired
manufacturing manager
with Hamilton Beach
and a member of the
First Baptist Church.
He is survived by his
OBITUARIES
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wife, Alice H. Twisdale; son, Harold Gene Twisdale,
Jr and wife, Kali of Garner; sister, Dorothy Sullivan
of Willow Springs and two granddaughters, Alexis
Twisdale and Anna Twisdale. He was preceded in
death by a daughter, Jennifer Ruth Twisdale. The
family received friends at Royal-Hall Funeral Home
Tuesday night from 6 til 8 PM and other times at his
home. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made
to Shriners Hospital for Children, 2900 Rocky Point
Drive, Tampa, Florida 33607. Condolences may
be sent by visiting www.royalhallfuneralhome.com.
Royal-Hall Funeral Home is honored to serve the
Twisdale family.
AUTRYVILLE
Mrs. Barbara Ellen
Faircloth, 77 of 625
Gray Street, Autryville,
died on Sunday, June
15, 2014 at Cape Fear
Valley Medical Center
in Fayetteville.
The
funeral service was
held at 2:00 P.M. on
Thursday, June 19,
2014 at Butler Funeral Home with Rev. Andy Wood
and Rev. Bobby Herring officiating. Burial followed
at Beulah United Methodist Church Cemetery.
Mrs. Faircloth was born on September 4, 1936 in
Sneedsville, TN, to the late Bill and Sarah Ringley
Swiney. She is preceded in death by: her parents; and
her husband, William Haywood Faircloth. She was a
homemaker. She is survived by: one son, Herbie
Lynn Faircloth of Autryville; one sister, Gladys Goins
of Sneedsville, TN; one brother, Clinnon Swinney
of Sneedsville, TN; one granddaughter, Ada Lynn
Sessoms of Roseboro; and two great grandchildren,
Tyler Sessoms and Codie Sessoms. The family
received friends on Wednesday evening from 6:00
to 8:00 P.M. at Butler Funeral Home in Roseboro
and other times at the home of her son, 3069 South
River Road, Autryville. Services entrusted to Butler
Funeral Home, 401 W. Roseboro Street, Roseboro.
TARBORO
Mr. John Lewis Johnson, 93, of Tarboro, passed
away Saturday, June 14, 2014, at Golden Living
Center. Mr. Johnson, born in New Hanover County,
NC, was the son of the late John Archie Johnson
and Mary Atkins Johnson and was the husband of
Rose Graham Johnson. He was a retired high school
principal. He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Rose
Graham Johnson of Tarboro. No services are planned
at this time. Condolences may be sent to the family at
www.crumpler-honeycutt.com. Arrangements are by
Crumpler-Honeycutt Funeral Home, 118 Fayetteville
Street, Clinton, NC 28328.
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Home Decor
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Week of June 20-26, 2014
Chamber
Chat
With Janna Bass
www.thesampsonweekly.com
BUSINESS
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Congratulations
Chamber Member of the Week
Last Thursday, June 12th in partnership
with the Small Business Center at Sampson Community College, Progress Media Company and the Clinton-Sampson
Chamber of Commerce, we hosted an
event targeting the topic of growing your
customer market by marketing to the Latino Community.
What a wonderful event held at Sampson Community College with over 40
in attendance. Moderated by J.W. Simmons, host of “We Should Know” the
event, “The Latino Market: Outstanding Opportunity” featured a panel of business owners that currently market to the Latino Community. As Dwight Horne,
owner of Clinton Appliance & Furniture and one of the panel members stated, “…20% of his customer base is from the Latino Community and he recognizes the importance of having a bi-lingual staff member and continuing
to build trust and relationships with the Latino community.”
Enrique Coello, owner of Progress Media Company stated, “I believe that this
group of entrepreneurs and local business owners got the point of this first
seminar: The importance of the Latinos for our local economy. We are letting
millions of dollars leak away from our county by failing to market appropriately
products and services that can be provided locally for Latino Families, money
that can be used to create new job positions”.
Cliff Ireland, Director of the Small Business seminar stated, “I have received
rave reviews from this panel event and believe this is only the beginning of
more on this topic. I look forward to the continued partnership and additional
seminars to help local businesses understand how to market their product or
services to the growing market of Latinos with an estimated buying power of
1.7 billion dollars.”
Thank you to each of the panel members, J.W. Simmons for moderating the
event and to each of the attendees for taking the time to attend this event. I
also look forward to the continued partnerships in order to offer more educational opportunities on how to grow your customer base.
For more information about the Clinton-Sampson Chamber of Commerce,
please call 910-592-6177 or e-mail info@clintonsampsonchamber.org.
Check us out online at www.clintonsampsonchamber.org or like us on Facebook to stay up to date on all the latest Chamber news.
Congratulations to the Chamber’s Member of the Week, Rolling Ridge
Assisted Living, located at 700 Mount Olive Drive in Newton Grove. At Rolling
Ridge seniors receive the comfort of a home environment, a commitment
to enhancing quality of life and supportive services that promote
independence at affordable all inclusive rates. For more information about
Rolling Ridge Assisted Living, contact Laura Anderson at (910) 594-2100,
email landerson@depaul.org, or visit www.depaul.org. For more information
about the Clinton-Sampson Chamber call (910) 592-6177 or visit www.
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SERVICES MAKE JUGGLING EASY
By Brenda Brown
Social Security Public Affairs Specialist
in Fayetteville, NC
If you’re crazy about juggling, there’s a holiday just for
you: Juggling Day on June 17. The International Juggling
Association created this holiday in 1947, earmarking a
day for everyone from juggling junkies to inexperienced
novices to try their hand at juggling.
These days, with busy schedules and constant multitasking, it seems the most common kind of juggling for people is managing the
multiple chores and obligations of everyday life. That’s why Social Security created a
suite of online services that makes doing business with us a snap.
The best way to juggle a multitude of Social Security tasks online is by creating a
personal my Social Security account. It’s easy to register for your personalized online
account, and, once you do, you can complete a number of tasks. Check it out at
www.socialsecurity.gov/myaccount.
Featured in the picture above is the June 12th “The Latino Market: Outstanding Opportunity” panel moderated by J.W. Simmons.
Your account gives you immediate access to your personal Social Security
information. During your working years, you can use my Social Security to view your
Social Security Statement to check your earnings record and see estimates of the
future retirement, disability, and survivor benefits you and your family may receive.
Are you already receiving benefits? You can use your online account to immediately
get your proof of benefits letter, change your address or phone number on our
records, start or change your direct deposit, and check your benefit and payment
information.
In addition to using my Social Security, there are a number of other things you can
do online with Social Security. For example, you can use the Retirement Estimator
to plug in different numbers, retirement dates, and scenarios to help you decide the
best time for you to retire. It’s available at www.socialsecurity.gov/estimator.
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