Northwest Observer | June 6 - 12, 2014

IN THIS ISSUENews in brief ................................3Your Questions ............................4Senior Grins .................................8Pets & Critters ..............................9Where butterfl ies rule ............... 10Pet Adoptions............................ 11Charlie and me ........................ 12Business Notes .......................... 14Bits & Pieces .............................. 15Crime/Incident Report .............20Community Calendar .............. 21Run the Ridge photos ...............22RidgeFest photos ......................23Grins & Gripes ...........................25Classifi eds .................................27Index of Advertisers ................. 31

June 6 - 12, 2014

...continued on p. 18

bringing the local news home to northwest Guilford County since 1996 nwobserver.com

Photo by Laura Pullins/NWO

June 6 marks the 70th anniversary of the Battle of Normandy, the largest amphibious invasion in history. D-Day, the day of the initial as-saults by Allied forces, occurred on Tuesday, June 6, 1944, and though costly, the battle gave western European allies the upper hand in the war against Nazi Germany. (Pictured at right) Summerfi eld First Baptist Church designed a beautiful display to honor those who served and gave their lives for this country during the Battle of Normandy. Several WWII veterans are members of the church’s congregation.

Barbara Chauvigne, 8th grade science teacher at Kernodle Middle School, celebrates 35 years of teach-ing multiple grade levels, from kindergar-ten to 9th grade, and

service to about 3,000 students.

Q: What are some lessons you have learned from teaching?

A: This too, shall pass. Issues in educa-tion seem to move in cycles.

Q: What is your favorite school day – the first, or the last day of the school year?

A: I like the middle of the school year, not the first day when I don’t know my students, and they don’t know me, and not the last day when many are sad, and we are saying goodbye.

Q: What advice would you give to teach-ers just beginning their careers?

A: Teaching isn’t easy, but if you love it, then you are in the right place. Teaching isn’t a job; it’s a career that takes a lot of work, part of which is being a life-long learner, and con-tinually being open to new ideas and strategies to improve your effective-ness in the classroom. Teaching carries many unseen responsibilities; you will impact students’ lives in so many ways, many of which you don’t even realize.

Lessons taught, lessons learnedRetiring educators in northwest Guilford County share memories, pearls of wisdom

by CINDY BULLARD

The end of the 2013-2014 school year brings the final last day for some of our northwest-area educators, who will be retiring from the school system within the next few weeks. We thank them for taking a few minutes out of their end-of-school-year wrap-up to reflect on their careers in educa-tion and share some of their favorite memories and lessons learned, and we wish them all the best as they take a well-deserved recess.

L. Aaron Speight, LUTCFAgency Manager

Kelly HamptonAgent

Greg SheppardAgent

Ray Shaffner, LUTCFAgent

Denise MartinAgent

Keith RobinsonAgent

An Authorized Agency for

Where’s the button for “personal service”?Discount insurance may seem convenient at first, but who do you

talk to when you have questions? Who can you trust to handle

your claim efficiently? With Farm Bureau Insurance, you’ve got a

real, local agent offering both convenience and personal service,

without pushing a lot of buttons. Helping you is what we do best.

2800 Battleground Ave

www.ncfbins.com

Greensboro, North Carolina 27408

Guilford County/Battleground Agency

*North Carolina Farm Bureau Mutual Insurance Co.*Farm Bureau Insurance of North Carolina, Inc.*Southern Farm Bureau Life Insurance Co.*An independent licensee of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association

NCAU

PR41

029

336-273-3944








www.ncfbins.com




NCAU

PR41

029

336-273-3944








www.ncfbins.com




NCAU

PR41

029

336-273-3944

Auto insurance made in North Carolina.Real service. Real people.








www.ncfbins.com




NCAU

PR41

029

336-273-3944

The Northwest Observer • Totally local since 1996 JUNE 6 - 12, 2014 3

Start content here if using a continuation bar

Folio line starts here

Start content here if using a new section bar

Gordon property closing delayedSUMMERFIELD – A property closing that had been scheduled for May 30 has been delayed in order to give the current owners more time to prepare to leave the property as it was when the purchase agreement was entered into last Novem-ber. The Town of Summerfield hopes to close on the “Gordon property” within the next week, says Mayor Tim Sessoms.

On Nov. 26, 2013, the Summerfield Town Council announced it planned to purchase two properties totaling 16.1 acres for $399,000. The larger of the two tracts, which borders Summerfield Road and U.S. 220, is 15.66 acres and has three houses and a barn on it.

The second tract is .35 acres and is located diagonally across the street from the town hall, at the intersection of N.C. 150 and Summerfield Road. On it rests the historic Gordon Hardware building, which was built over a century ago and has been vacant for decades.

Though the proposed budget for FY 2014-15 does not include funding for the former hardware store’s renovation, the town’s long-term plans are to renovate the building and use it for administrative and meeting space.

The town’s proposed budget for the fiscal year beginning July 1 includes a $50,000 line item for Gordon property improvements, which will include remov-ing mobile homes that were left on the 15.66-acre tract by tenants of the former mobile home park, demolishing two small houses on the property, and repair-ing a barn which the town plans to use for storage. The almost 1,100-square-foot ranch house, which has a driveway off Summerfield Road and was built around 1940, will remain intact.

Demolition of the dilapidated “flag building” which stands beside the Gor-don hardware building is scheduled for later this month.

Parking a ‘signifi cant barrier’ to A&Y Greenway extensionSUMMERFIELD – Though there are widespread differences of opinion about a proposed extension of the A&Y Gre-enway, the one thing everyone seems to agree on is parking around Summerfield Community Park can be a problem.

How to remedy the situation is any-one’s guess, though members of Sum-merfield’s Trails & Open Space Com-mittee want to be sure Town Council members are aware of the concerns.

NEWS in brief

...more News Briefs on p. 26

Heating & Air Conditioning Commercial & Residential

(336) 643-8100 Stokesdale, NC

We guarantee you’ll be blown away.

VELOCITYHeating & Air Conditioning

VELOCITYVELOCITY Air, Inc.

Sales, Service & Installation • 24-Hour Emergency Service • Service Agreements Duct Testing • Free Estimates • All Work Guaranteed • Licensed, Bonded & Insured

WE OFFER FINANCING

Open every day at 5pm2002 New Garden Road, Greensboro | (336) 617-4200

Celebrating our 1 year anniversary!

2002 New Garden Road, Greensboro, 27410 | (336) 617-4200 | Reservations accepted

Find us on Facebook or www.reelseafoodgrill.com

25% OFF FOODSUN - THURS with coupon

FRESH NORTH CAROLINA SEAFOOD

Not valid with other offers. Expires 6/30/2014

WITH DRINK PURCHASE

Often referred to as the “fl ag build-ing,” this former blacksmith shop that stands next to the Gordon Hardware build-ing will be taken down later this month.

Photo by Patti Stokes/NWO

4 JUNE 6 - 12, 2014 The Northwest Observer • Totally local since 1996




I’ve been wondering about a teddy bear that I’ve seen sitting on the side of Harrell

Road for some time. The last time I saw it, the bear was leaning against a sign. Before that, it was at a green electronic type box. Do you know why it’s there?

From what we’ve found out, the bear has been on the side of the road for months. At first

we thought it might have been placed there as a memorial to mark the site of an accident. However, since the bear frequently changes locations, that doesn’t seem to be a likely explanation. We’re stumped on this one. If anyone has an answer, we’d love to hear from you.

For well over a year, the entrance to West Harrell Road (off N.C. 68 in Oak Ridge) has

been closed and big, ugly orange signs

your QUESTIONS

Curious about something?Submit your questions about topicsrelevant to the northwest area

online: nwobserver.come-mail: [email protected]

Independently owned & published by

OUR TEAMPatti Stokes, editor/publisherLaura Troeger, associate publisherKristin Kubly, associate editorLaura Pullins, editorial assistantAnnette Joyce, marketing managerSean Gentile, art directorYvonne Truhon, page layout Leon Stokes, IT directorLucy Smith, finance managerLinda Schatz, distribution managerHelen Ledford, Sharon Neely, Gail Fritz, Annette Joyce, Steve Huffman, Cindy Bullard, contributing writers

HOW TO REACH USemail: info | advertising | classifiedscelebrations | communitynewscalendarevents | grinsandgripesopinions | photos | editor | questions @ nwobserver.com

phone: (336) 644-7035; fax: 644-7006

mail: PO Box 268 Oak Ridge, NC 27310

OFFICE HOURSM-F 9am-2pm (or by appointment)1616 NC 68 N, Oak Ridge

ADVERTISINGContact Laura Troegeror Annette Joyce(336) 644-7035, ext. 10display: [email protected]: [email protected]

www.nwobserver.com

/northwestobserver

@mynwobserver

@northwestobserver

answer: “The closure that is in place was done to create a safer area at the N.C. 68 and Harrell Road area until the project was designed and awarded to provide a permanent closure as well as relocate East Harrell Road. We have opened the bids and are in the process of awarding the contract for this work. This will actually put in place the permanent closure and relocate East Harrell Road.”

Ferguson also said he would investi-gate whether the sign that is in front of the reader’s house could be relocated.

Vacation Bible School

2300 Scalesville Road(336) 643-6383

www.summerfieldfbc.com

To register, visit www.summerfieldfbc.com

(Click “Vacation Bible School” on the right-hand side)

Need help? Email Derrick Moody at [email protected]

Sun, June 22–Thu, June 26 • 6:30 -9pm

Vacation Bible SchoolVacation Bible SchoolVacation Bible SchoolVacation Bible SchoolVacation Bible SchoolVacation Bible SchoolVacation Bible SchoolVacation Bible SchoolVacation Bible SchoolVacation Bible SchoolVacation Bible SchoolVacation Bible SchoolVacation Bible SchoolVacation Bible SchoolVacation Bible SchoolVacation Bible SchoolVacation Bible SchoolVacation Bible SchoolVacation Bible SchoolVacation Bible SchoolVacation Bible SchoolVacation Bible SchoolVacation Bible SchoolVacation Bible SchoolVacation Bible SchoolVacation Bible SchoolVacation Bible SchoolVacation Bible SchoolVacation Bible SchoolVacation Bible SchoolVacation Bible SchoolVacation Bible SchoolVacation Bible SchoolVacation Bible School

Photo by Annette Joyce/NWO

A mysterious teddy bear has been seen in several locations on Harrell Road recently.

announcing the closing and detour routes have been standing. Everyone who travels this area knows this road is closed by now. When will the signs be removed? One is in front of my property and I am tired of looking at it. Also, there has not been a permanent barrier installed at the closed intersection as there has at Stafford Mill Road. Is this a temporary closure or permanent?

We forwarded your question to Darrell Ferguson, district engineer with the Department

of Transportation, and received this

File photo /NWO

The entrance to West Harrell Road off of N.C. 68 has been closed since January 2013.

Carol Webb, M.D., knew at an early age that she wanted to go into medicine. Through the examples of her father, who was a doctor, and her mother, who was a social worker, Webb saw the importance of caring for people on multiple levels – taking care of the whole person rather than just treating symptoms.

“I look at people as bio-psycho-social beings,” says Webb. “You can’t really understand a person without look-ing at their physical and mental health as well as their social environment.”

It’s that kind of attitude that makes Webb such a perfect fit for Eagle Family Medicine at Brassfield, where the doctors and staff have provided patients with compassion-ate, quality care for nearly three decades. Webb will officially join the staff on Sept. 2.

As the newest member of the team, Webb is replacing Dr. Carola Westermann, who will be retiring this fall, and will be working with Wester-mann’s patients as well as taking on new patients of all ages.

A native of Fairfax County, Vir-ginia, Webb received her bachelor’s degrees in both biology and psychol-ogy from UNC-Wilmington, and her

medical degree from the University of Maryland School of Medicine. Completing a four-year program in both family medicine and internal medicine, she did her residency training at Eastern Virginia Medical School in Norfolk.

Through this combined program, Webb spent an extra year work-ing with more acute cases such as hospitalized patients and those in intensive care.

“I wanted to see the harder cases during my training to improve my knowledge and improve the care I provide to patients,” Webb says. “My focus is on preventative medicine, but I also feel my training will help me guide patients through transitions in our complex health care system.”

One of the things that Webb likes about Eagle Family Medicine is that Eagle manages its own after hours clinic, which is staffed by its own doctors.

“I like the idea of providing ex-tended access to our doctors,” says Webb. “It provides continuity of care and helps to strengthen our relation-ship with the patient. Patients know they will get the same quality care they’ve become accustomed to.”

In order to focus on the long-term health of her patients, Webb is big on building strong, long-lasting relationships.

“I enjoy getting to know my patients and working with them over time,” says Webb. “For me, practicing medicine is a conversation between the doctor and the patient. I work very hard at really listening to my patients to make sure that they feel heard.”

As part of building strong rela-tionships, Webb hopes to be able to help her patients create lifestyles that provide optimum health.

“Healthy habits are as important, if not more important, than just tak-ing medicines to treat certain condi-tions,” says Webb. “In some condi-tions, such as diabetes and high blood pressure, lifestyle changes can reduce the need for medicines.”

Webb believes in helping people change and providing that help in a nonjudgmental, caring way.

“It’s not about being perfect,” she points out. “As a doctor, I want to partner with my patients to help them discover what will work best for them.”

On a personal note, Webb and her husband Adam will celebrate their third anniversary in October. They have a one-year-old son, Con-nor, and are currently looking for their dream home in Greensboro.

Along with spending time with her husband and son, Webb enjoys gardening, cooking and running. She looks forward to becoming part of both the Brassfield practice and the northwest Guilford community.

Eagle Family Medicine at Brassfieldwelcomes Dr. Carol Webb

Eagle @ Brassfield is located at 3800 Robert Porcher Way, Greensboro • For more info, call (336) 282-0376

| www.eaglemds.com

Photo courtesy of Eagle Family Medicine at Brassfield

Carol Web, M.D. will join Eagle Family Medicine at Brassfield in September.

Local Business Day @ Stokesdale Bi-RiteSaturday, June 7 • 10am -4pm

8632 Hwy 158, Stokesdale

Come out and support your local businesses!

(704) 857-5519 • 940 Daugherty Rd, China Grove, NCWe’re having a tasting at Local Business Day, 11am-4pm

NC Big Cart

Frank Corriher SausageCountry Ham & Livermush

BS SauceGood Stuff Marketing, LLC

(336) 674-9740www.billsgoodstuff.com

Join us – let the tasting team of Bill and Walt wow your taste

buds with a lot of BS Sauce!

Free tasting at Local Business Day

11am-3:30pm


10-lb Potatoes

$298

Come out and support your local businesses!Come out and support your local businesses!

PotatoesWhole

Chicken

99¢/lb


Family Pack

NY Strip Steak

$628/lb

Come out and support your local businesses!Come out and support your local businesses!

Domino 4-lb Sugar

$177

Come out and support your local businesses!Come out and support your local businesses!Come out and support your local businesses!

Local Business Day

99¢/lb

Fresh Ground

Beef $198

/lb

6 /lb

Morning Fresh Milk

$279/gal

$298

Pepsi 2 Liters

89¢





www.attorneybillbarbour.com

(336) 643-46238004 Linville Rd, Suite E-3

Oak Ridge

Engaged in the general practice of law, including wills, estateplanning, trusts, guardianships, probate and administration of estates

and trust, real estate, small business start-ups & contracts

Helping everyday people every day

1715 NC 68 N, Oak Ridge(336) 643-7684

www.oakridgecbc.org

1715 NC 68 N, Oak Ridge

8:30am|Traditional service 9:30am|Coffee shop opens 9:45am|Small groups & Sunday school |College group 10:45am|Contemporary worship |NEW Children’s Church 5:30-7pm|AWANA Clubs (Sept.-May) 6:00pm|“Impact” (grade 6-12) |Informal Bible study

Join us every Sunday

from Northwest Guilford’s graduating class

compiled by CAROLINE TANEY/NWHS student reporter

This year Northwest High School’s gradu-ating class wanted to share some parting thoughts about those who have positively im-pacted them over the last four years. So here, in 40 words or less, are their Grins to …

Senior GRINS

(SOCIAL STUDIES) Mr. Parrish. Thank you for inspiring

us daily to be better people, pursue truth, and live a life we would be proud of. You are a true example of faith and love.

Mr. Thompson, for helping me realize that there is more to life than straight A’s. Thanks for always being there.

Mrs. Hilliard. You are always showing compassion and care for your students. You put a smile on my face every day.

Mr. Shue. You always make me smile and you obviously love your job. You have impacted so many through your teaching.

Mrs. Russell, for making me appreci-ate how hard work and studying pays off. I now am better prepared for chal-

lenges that lie ahead.

Mrs. Connor. You are an amazing teacher and you make class engaging and interesting.

Coach E, for making me a better person. You always kept pushing me whenever I needed it and inspired me to help others – thank you for that.

Mr. Coley. You are a great teacher and you prepared our class so well for the AP exam. There were never dull days, even when we took notes!

Mrs. Deyton. I can’t thank you enough for being such a great teacher. I can honestly say I’ve never enjoyed a class so much or been so inspired by someone.

(SCIENCE) Mr. Russillo, for teaching me to

always learn with an open mind. You are without a doubt a teacher that truly motivates and engages with his class. It was an honor being your student.

Mrs. Holler. You are simply a won-derful person.

Mrs. Mardis, my chemistry teacher in my sophomore year. You tutored me (with no complaints) until I understood everything. You have always been kind and sweet, and I am thankful to have had you as a teacher.

Mrs. Burdzy. Thank you so much for an awesome year! Your teaching helped push me to study nursing in the future.

Mrs. Haywood. You inspired me to go into chemistry. You were an amazing teacher who made everything so easy to understand. You were the best teacher I had in all of my four years at Northwest.

Mrs. Culbertson. You encouraged me to pursue biology and my passion, medicine. I will miss you!

Mr. Strange. Your class has been great. I’ve appreciated all the jokes you’ve made, and you are the reason why physics was fun. Thanks for all your help when I needed it the most.

Dr. Thomas, for being the sweet-est man I have ever met. You inspire me daily and will do everything you can to make someone smile. You have changed my life tremendously and I am so thankful for you.

Mrs. Wells – I have never known a teacher as enthusiastic or as committed to teaching her students. You have a knack for knowing what your students struggle with and help them prepare appropriately.

We’ll be back with more senior Grins in next week’s issue.

70 WORDS

MAXIMUM





Thanks to the advertisers who made this section possible

a monthly feature of the Northwest Observer

June 2014

Cat got your camera?

We love your photos and so do ourreaders, but doggone it, we just

haven’t gotten many lately!

Send your pet/animal photosto [email protected]

Have a newsworthyanimal story?e-mail: [email protected]

Bass looks dog tired aftera hike at Hanging Rock State Park with her “grandma,”

Susan DeDona. Bass has her own hiking pack and gets very excited every

time “Grandma” shows up!

Candice and Steve Bolen sent

us a photo of their dogs, It’s-a-Bella, Brody and Bentley

enjoying the sunshine on their deck.

Lisa Pegram sent in this

photo of Fred the Celebrity Cat helping with her drafting work. Fred

was getting a real taste fortechnical drawing!

Mary Jordan of northwest Greensboro tickled us with this photo of her

Goldendoodle, Ellie Jane, who is dressed and ready for the spring

weather. Ellie enjoys playing tennis, as you can see

by her attire. We couldn’t help but notice her cool

wristwatch, too!





Westergaard Kennels

DOG BOARDING

Peace of mindPeace of mindand cared for

is knowing your dog is loved

5719 Bunch Rd, Oak Ridge • [email protected] • 26 years serving you

www.westbengoldens.com

Make your summer and July 4th reservations now!

Dr. Julie Packard, DVM

(336) 665-1286www.bel-airevet.com

M-F 8am-5:30pm Sat 8am-noon

Drop-offs asearly as 7:30am

Dr. Julie Packard, DVM

(336) 665-1286www.bel-airevet.com

Your pet’s well-beingis our primary concern.Celebrating 22 years serving

northwest Guilford County

Full Service including digital radiography, ultrasound,

in-house laboratory, online pharmacy and therapeutic treatments

by ANNETTE JOYCE

Brandon Aker and his fiancée Nora Cammer are not your typical farmers. As the owners of All-A-Flutter Butterfly Farm, they specialize in cultivating Mon-arch butterflies.

Located on 20 acres of family land just off Clinard Farms Road in High Point, the farm got its start in 2001 when Brandon’s mother and stepfather, Tim and Donna Pless, began a small business to raise butterflies and sell them for the purpose of releasing them during special events.

In 2007, the couple turned the business over to then 20-year-old Aker, who had a love for both the butterflies and the land. Partnering with Cammer, who was 19 at the time, Aker began a transformation that would result in what has become a popular attraction for

local children and families and a way to educate people and assist in keeping this nearly endangered species thriving.

As the only butterfly farm in North Carolina, All-A-Flutter does everything needed to produce the Monarchs, from growing the plants to nurturing the eggs and caterpillars to providing a place for the butterflies to reproduce.

“The Monarch butterfly lives only two weeks,” says Cammer. “During that time, each butterfly will lay between 200 to 600 eggs. Their goal is simply to reproduce.”

The butterfly season begins in April and runs through October, and during those seven months the farm will produce close to 25,000 of these beautiful crea-tures and will be open for tours, which gives both youngsters and adults the chance to interact with the butterflies and enjoy the freedom of being on a farm.

Each tour includes an animated edu-cational program that focuses on the Monarch, its life stages and the fact that these butterflies are close to becoming an endangered species.

“Monarch butterflies will lay their eggs on only one host plant, the milk-weed, which is becoming harder to find,” says Cammer. “Without these plants, there’s no way for the butterflies to reproduce.”

Cammer is encouraged by people’s interest in planting milkweed to attract the butterflies. The farm grows all of its milkweed and Cammer says they’re the only local nursery that sells this plant. Her hope is that an increased number of plants will result in a growing Monarch population.

As part of the tour, visitors are able to enter the “flight house,” a green-

Photo courtesy ofBailey Blackburn

At All-A-Flutter Butterfl y Farm, it’s a common occurrence

to see butterfl ies gather on visitors – especially if they’re wearing headbands

and bright colors.

A place where butterfl ies rule





Let your pet stay while

you’re away

Spoil•Me•Rotten ANIMAL CARE, INC.

Nancy at Spoil-Me- Rotten gives her all to our 3 dogs and truly loves and knows each one. They get individual play & quality loving from her daily. The smiles on their faces (yes, even a bulldog can smile) show how important she is to them!

CELEBRATING 19 YEARS

PETSITTING IN YOUR HOMEwalks • play-dates • feedingmedication • extra belly rubs

(336) 643-5242Nancy Brooks, PSI Member

house structure covered with netting and housing hundreds of Monarchs. On a sunny day, the butterflies are active and flock to the visitors as they enter the house.

“Monarch butterflies are extremely friendly and they get very excited when they see a group of kids,” says Cammer.

The gregarious creatures often light on people as they pass through the flight house. Cammer says the butterflies are very attracted to bright colors, hair orna-ments and shiny objects. Visitors are also able to hand feed the butterflies.

Along with providing the opportunity to interact with the butterflies, the farm gives children the chance to experience a rustic environment, and as Cammer says, “blow off some steam.”

All-A-Flutter packages and ships but-terflies for release at all sorts of events, in-cluding weddings, parties, memorials and funerals. The normal order ranges from 12 to 50 butterflies, but the farm did one wedding that featured 500 Monarchs.

The idea of growing butterflies might appear to be an easy job, but Cammer says there is a lot of behind-the-scenes work that visitors will never see, and she and Brandon put in close to 80 hours each week during their busy season.

There’s the constant cultivation of the milkweed plant, for example – it takes 160 plants every single day to keep the caterpillars fat and happy.

The milkweed plants are put inside the flight house where the butterflies lay their eggs. At the end of the day, these plants are removed, sanitized and placed in the production greenhouse, which has separate sections for the dif-ferent life stages.

Within a week, the eggs hatch into caterpillars which do nothing but eat and grow for another two weeks. At that point, they form a shiny, mint green chrysalis. Within another week, the but-terfly emerges, is put into the flight house and the process starts all over again.

When the season comes to a close, All-A-Flutter sends their butterfly friends off

to Mexico in style. This year’s finale takes place on Saturday, Oct. 11. The farm will raise about 1,000 butterflies, which will be released during a giant celebration.

With an extended lifespan of six months, these butterflies are special. They’re not interested in reproducing, at least for the time being. They need to go south for the winter, but when the weather turns warmer, they’ll head back into the states and the cycle will start again.

Want t o go?All-A-Flutter Butterfly Farm

7850 B Clinard Farms RoadHigh Point

454-5651 • www.all-a-flutter.com

Saturday Tours10 a.m. and 3 p.m.

Weekday tours by appointment

Admission $6 per personChildren under 2 years old free

BABYBaby, ID# 09773170, is a beautiful 5-year, 3-month-old female Alaskan Husky who is playful, fun and active. She loves going out to play, but easily gets overheated in the sun (imagine being outside while wearing a coat as thick as hers), so it’s best to keep her in shaded areas with suffi cient water on hot summer days and bring her inside after a little while. Learn more about Baby on the GCAS Dogs Facebook page or come by to spend some time with her today!

SUSISusi, a 5-year-old female donkey, came to Red Dog Farm with four other donkeys who were sur-rendered to us by a family who had to sell their farm during a divorce. All of the donkeys have been handled since birth and are incredibly gentle and tame. They are registered, but we will not pass along registration information as we do not want to encourage anyone to breed them. They are all up to date on vaccines and have had their hooves trimmed recently. If you are interested in adopting Susi or another donkey, please complete the adop-tion application at www.reddogfarm.com.

Visit www.reddogfarm.com to see other animals who need homes!

Pet Adoptions

Visit www.adoptshelterpets.org/pet-search to see more dogs, cats and other critters who need homes!





Oak Ridge Animal HospitalWe’re your pet’s family doctors!A full-service veterinary hospital serving the area since 1989

Drive-through for food & medicineNew boarding facility including cat suitesComplete medical, surgical & dental services, including digital radiography

3308-A Edgefield Road, Greensboro

665-0002Dr. Denise R. Sacks

Get your pooch fit this summer!

Member, Pet Sitters International • Insured & Bonded by Kennel Pro

(336) 706-6706 petsit.com/kps /kpspets

Sitting, walking, pet taxi & more

Call, email, or Facebook message to schedule a FREE consultation

Pets need exercise just like people. With my 20+ year background in fitness training, your dogs’ needs can

be met through walking or running

KPS Kelly’s Pet ServicesPROFESSIONAL IN-HOME PET SITTING

Your best friend deserves the best care

We give a percentage of profits to animal charities

Ch�� n�

Adventures at Canine Capers

Charlie and me

by ANNETTE JOYCE

Charlie is a social butterfly. He loves other dogs. He loves people. And he adores being the center of attention. Canine Capers, which was held a few weeks ago at Oak Ridge Town Park, gave him the opportunity to indulge all three passions.

Since I worked the event, my husband Kelly brought Charlie to the park for a short stay. If you could put hap-piness on a leash, that’s what wiggled its way to my side from the parking lot.

Charlie quickly zeroed in on his first major crush, Daisy, a mixed golden doodle owned by Kim Johnson of Kerners-ville. Daisy won Best of Show in the mixed breed category in Canine Capers’ dog show. What can I say? My dog has good taste when it comes to females.

Daisy and Charlie met last summer when the two dogs were in agility class together. Charlie was completely smitten. Seriously, he couldn’t take his eyes off this blonde cutie.

Whenever Daisy was working the agility course, no matter where Charlie was, he would maneuver his body, discreetly inching forward so that he was able to watch her. When it was his turn to run the obstacles, he always managed to end his event by running up to her as if to make certain she had seen him in action.

After visiting with Daisy, Charlie spent the rest of his

time saying hello to what seemed like most of the dogs and people at the event.

I decided we should try the dog maze, a new game this year which was sponsored by the Oak Ridge Lions Club.

Similar to the popular corn mazes, this maze construct-ed of orange webbing was four feet tall. The dog entered the maze while the owner ran around outside frantically giving the dog navigational instructions.

I watched several dogs quickly and successfully con-quer the maze with just a little help from a strategically tossed treat. I was sure Charlie and I would do the same. But there were a few things I didn’t consider when I paid my dollar and placed my lovable Lab at the entrance.

First, in order to go through the maze, Charlie would be off leash. For some reason, I didn’t think he would real-ize this.

The other thing I forgot was Charlie’s agility training.

As soon as I took him off leash and dashed the short distance to the first turn, Charlie followed me – and as I prepared to turn, he flew over the fence in front of me. It was one of the prettiest and highest jumps he had ever executed. Our agility instructor would have been proud.

But I didn’t have time to think about his agility ability. Charlie was loose and he wasn’t planning to be caught. One of the things Charlie likes most in all the world is to be chased. Unfortunately, it’s not often that he’s the


Charlie showed off his agility training as he led his human on a merry chase at the recent Canine Capers event.

“chasee,” so when it happens he takes full advantage of the situation.

He delightedly ran back and forth, weaving between humans and dogs. There were those helpful souls who tried to catch him, but Charlie would tease them by run-ning very close and then slipping out of their grasp at the last possible moment.

Finally, Charlie was captured and back on his leash. By then, both he and I were tuckered out and he happily jumped in his crate and headed home with me.

Adventures at Canine CapersOffering your pets the freedom to roam while at home

Dave Spain and his wife Alex have been providing pet owners safe, reliable containment solutions for their pets for nearly two decades. The couple’s business, DogWatch® Hid-den Fence of the Triad, offers an easy way to contain pets while allowing the animals freedom to roam – both indoors and out.

“We understand your pet is an important part of your family,” says Dave, who speaks from a personal perspective. Avid animal lovers them-selves, Dave and Alex own three dogs, five cats, two horses and a goat.

The couple chose to work with Dog-Watch® Hidden Fence Systems because they wanted a high-quality product, and a company that stood by it.

“The company is awesome,” confirms Dave. “They’ve put a lot of effort into research and development and have included lots of features other companies don’t provide.”

Along with the outside fence

system, DogWatch® also offers inside containment systems for those who want to keep their pets from entering specific rooms or areas of rooms.

“People will rearrange their lives putting up baby gates and closing off rooms because they don’t want their pets on the furniture or messing up the floors,” says Alex. “Our inside units are easy to use, non-intrusive and eliminate the need for all the unsightly barriers. We can be very creative, de-pending on the customer’s needs.”

The Spains and their employ-ees understand the importance of training pet owners in how to use their system, and they make sure the owners and their pets are comfort-able with the system before any pet is allowed off leash.

Briefly, here’s how the system works: the pet wears a collar with a receiver, and when he comes near the underground fence or inside system, he’ll hear a warning tone. If he doesn’t retreat, he will feel a mild vibration. As he gets closer to the fence’s boundary, the intensity of the vibration (stimulation) increases. Once trained, it’s rare for the pet to even receive the stimulation, because he quickly becomes conditioned to

stay within the designated area.

A frequent question pet owners ask is if their pets will feel pain from the stimulation. Their concerns are alleviat-ed when they’re given the opportunity to touch the system sensors and experi-ence exactly what their pet will feel.

The intensity level of stimulation can be adjusted individually, allowing for the fact that one pet may need more stimu-lation while another may need less.

“It’s based on the tolerance of the pet,” says Alex. “Every pet is different.”

Having installed systems through-out the Triad, the company has no shortage of testimonials from happy pet owners.

“I just wanted to tell you that my DogWatch® fence is the best investment I made since marrying my husband,” wrote Shirley Rose of Oak Ridge. “My two runaway schnauzers have the run of our yard, and were easily trained to stay within the boundaries.”

“I called other fence companies and chose you because of several factors,” wrote Cindy Elder of Win-ston-Salem. “You didn’t try to sell a fence for price. You spoke of service (locally), quality of materials, place-ment of the fence to better suit our needs, what would be best for our

two Labs, and you asked questions about our Jack and Abby. No other company did that. Your knowledge of dogs, expertise and concern for my pets sold me on your company.”

Before installing the system, Connie Myers of Kernersville was constantly battling to keep her dog, Daisy, from escaping the house and running into traffic.

“Now that we have DogWatch®, Daisy is a different dog,” Myers wrote. “Training Daisy was very quick and easy with Alex’s expert instructions and patience. The best part about the experience was feeling that we were working with folks who cared as much about our dog as we did.”

“This is personal to us,” confirms Dave. “We go above and beyond to make sure every system we install is working correctly and that our clients are completely comfortable with the security of their pets.”

Dave and Alex live in Kernersville with their three sons. An Army vet-eran, Dave, Jr., 23, has just returned from two tours in Afghanistan and is joining his parent’s company. Kyle, 15, and Cameron, 13, are students at East Forsyth High School. Both boys are heavily involved in lacrosse.

of the Triad (336) 993-8900

www.TriadDogFence.com

DogWatch® Hidden Fence of the Triad


Alex and Dave Spain with Frank, one of their three dogs.





Call (336) 643-5501 and ask about our SUMMER SPECIALS

WORKOUT BUDDY

PROGRAMMembers bring a guest for FREE membership this June!

STUDENT ATHLETIC TRAINING

SUMMER SHAPE-UP $75 for 3-mo.

prepaid membershipJune–Aug • New members only

BOOT CAMPS STARTING JUNE

1433-B Highway 68 N, Oak Ridge | snapfitness.com/oakridgenc

BEACH SEASON IS HERESouthern ComfortCONSULTING & SERVICE

Energy efficient HVAC solutions

(336) 298-7598southerncomfortconsulting.com

Owner Tim De Stasio graduated Northwest Guilford in 1998 and has 15 years experience in HVAC. He is also NATE certified and

is a BPI building analyst. Southern Comfort Consulting and Service is licensed, insured and an Energy Star participating contractor.

$10 OFFA/C checkup

expires 8/31/2014

Save energy and stay comfortable

BUSINESS notes

Welcome to ournew advertisers!Please support the businesses and organizations which make our newspaper pos-sible, and tell them you saw them here!

REEL SEAFOOD GRILLOwners: Steven Stern and Drew Lacklen

A little background on your business: We will celebrate one year of being in business on June 7. Reel Seafood came to be when two industry veterans (who were too experi-enced to be hired by anyone else) com-bined their many years of food preparation and service to open a fresh seafood grill reminiscent of the original Bert’s Seafood.

Our main product is North Carolina seafood – grilled, steamed, baked, sau-téed, and a little fried. We also include vegetables and herbs from our very own Reel Garden. We try to use local products and produce whenever possible, embrac-ing the slow food concept.

Reel Seafood boasts a casual atmo-sphere and a great northwest Greens-boro location, with an owner/operator present nightly. We open at 5 p.m. daily, offer nightly drink specials, and strive to offer the best possible fresh, local food.

See ad on page 3.

ROOMER HAS IT INC.Business Owners: Mark and Shelley Olson

A little background on your business: We design our own products and have used the same manufacturer for the entire 12 years that we’ve owned Clear-water American Furniture LLC. Since we warehouse over 25,000 square feet in Lexington, we decided to launch Roomer

Has It and are very excited to showcase our beautiful furniture as well as fine quality home accents and unique gifts.

In addition to quality furniture, we sell home accents and unique gifts.What is unique about your business? We design all of our own furniture and offer manufacturer direct pricing. Business philosophy: “We believe in offering a fair price on quality products and we stand behind those products. If you love what you do, it shows.”On a personal note: We have a very loving family, and during the summer we all work at the store. We have summer work for both our children, McKenna and Brandon!

Our family attends First Christian Church. With two companies, leisure time is rare, but any chance we get we escape to Belews Lake!

See ad on page 19.

Novant Health names new chief operating offi cer

Jeff Lindsay has accepted the newly created position of executive vice president and chief operating officer for Novant Health effective June 1. Lindsay will join Novant Health’s executive team in overseeing strategy for the entire organization.

Lindsay has served as a leader at Novant Health since 1996 when he joined as the director of cardiac ser-vices at Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center. Most recently, he has served as president of the greater Winston-Salem and eastern markets as well as leader of the executive operations council. Lind-say will partner with John Phipps, M.D., executive vice president and president of Novant Health Medical Group, in a physician/administrative partnership to ensure the health system’s physician-driven approach and key strategies are





effectively executed at the operational level across the Novant Health footprint.

Denise Mihal, R.N., will become the new senior vice president of the greater Winston-Salem market and president of Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center.

Additionally, Sean Sanz has accepted the role of chief operating officer for Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center. Most recently, he was the vice president of operations for the greater Winston-Salem market.


NovantHealth.org/kernersville

Are you at risk for peripheral artery disease?

Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is a serious condition that affects both men and women as they age. It drastically increases the risk of heart attack and stroke.

Are you at risk? Join our doctors for a free educational program and PAD screening that examines the arteries in your neck, abdomen and legs.

Symptoms include cramping in hips/legs, fatigue while walking and pain in the hip or leg muscles that goes away when you stop or rest. Those at risk include anyone over age 50, tobacco users, or people with a history of coronary artery disease, diabetes, high blood pressure or high cholesterol.

A panel of Novant Health doctors will deliver a program immediately followed by free screenings for program participants (and by appointment only).

Call 1-888-844-0080, option 1 to register. Registration is required. Novant Health Kernersville Medical Center 1750 Kernersville Medical Parkway

Free PAD program and screening Thursday, June 12 • 6 to 9 p.m.

Woody named principal of Northern Middle School

Guilford County Schools recently an-nounced that Aaron Woody will be the principal at Northern Middle School, ef-fective July 1. Woody will take over from Dr. Sam Misher, who is retiring at the end of this month after serving 32 years as a teacher and administrator.

Woody has served as the principal of Lindley Elementary since July 2011. As the school’s leader, he increased school communication among staff, parents and community leaders, team-ing up with new business partners to help increase funding and support for the school. He created a guided reading program that became a model for the

district and coordi-nated the district’s first swimming partnership with the Greensboro Aquatics Center, a partnership that has grown to sev-eral other schools.

Woody previously served as an assis-tant principal at Allen Jay Middle School and as a teacher at Mendenhall and Jackson middle schools. He earned a bachelor’s degree from Liberty University and a master’s degree and doctorate from UNCG.

Lowes Foods launches annual summer food drive

Lowes Foods is running its annual summer food drive, Bag Childhood Hunger, now through June 30. Food donations will be collected at all Lowes Foods in our area and will be delivered to food bank agencies in the local communities where they are collected. Since 1995, Lowes Foods has collected over 19 million pounds of food which has been distributed to families in the Carolinas and southern Virginia.

One in four children in our region is living in poverty and at risk of going

hungry. This is a particular con-cern over the summer months when children do not receive school lunches. Donation bins are located in each store for quick and easy drop-off. In-store, customers may purchase pre-made bags of non-per-ishable items most needed or donate cash at registers in incre-

ments of $2 or $10.

Woody

BITS and PIECES

(336) 441-7007 | Oak Ridge Commons Shopping Center

www.OlmstedOrthodontics.com

Matthew J. Olmsted, DDS MSDiplomate, American Board of Orthodontics

Board certified | Complimentary exam | Financing available Insurance accepted | Braces & Invisalign for children & adults

WELCOMING NEW PATIENTS

Pediatriccare youcan trust

Novant Health Forsyth Pediatrics Oak Ridge

When it comesto your child’s care, you can trust ourexpert pediatricians. Fromprevention services tosame-day sick visits, we’re here every step of the way.

336-644-0994 • nhforsythpediatricsoakridge.org

Stephen Kearns, MD

Laurie MacDonald, MD

2205 Oak Ridge Rd.Oak Ridge

Automatic touchlessand soft wash

Vacuum & shampoo bays

Wash away the grime and bring back the shine!

Haircuts at a very

comfortable price.

haircutoffer expires:

Not valid with any ot

her offers. Lim

it one

coupon per cu

stomer. At participating

salons. 2off$

GREENSBORO

Cardinal Center

2202FlemingRd

•336-665-0

880

Gunter’s Crossing•5828N.

ChurchSt.

(NexttoLo

we’s)•336-6

44-7204

OAK RIDGE

Oak Ridge Commons•2205Oak

RidgeRd

(Hwys150

&68)•336-

643-3991

CP_5x3_Greensboro_42929.indd 1

3/8/12 11:53 AM

Haircuts at

a very

comfortable price.

haircut

offer expires:

Not valid w

ith any othe

r offers. Li

mit one

coupon per

customer. A

t particip

ating salo

ns.

2off$

GREENSBORO

Cardinal Center

2202F

lemingRd•3

36-665-0

880

Gunter’s Crossing•5828

N.Churc

hSt.

(Nextt

oLowe’s

)•336-6

44-7204

OAK RIDGE

Oak Ridge Commons•2205

OakRid

geRd

(Hwys

150&6

8)•336-

643-3991

CP_5x3_Greensboro_42929.indd 1

3/8/12 11:53 AM

OAK RIDGE Oak Ridge Commons: Hwys 150 / 68 • 643-3991

GREENSBOROCardinal Center: 2202 Fleming Rd • 665-0880

Gunter’s Crossing: 5828 N. Church St • 644-7204

Haircuts at a verycomfortable price.


Not valid with any other offers. Limit one coupon per customer. At participating salons. 2off$

GREENSBORO Cardinal Center 2202FlemingRd•336-665-0880 Gunter’s Crossing•5828N.ChurchSt. (NexttoLowe’s)•336-644-7204OAK RIDGE Oak Ridge Commons•2205OakRidgeRd (Hwys150&68)•336-643-3991

CP_5x3_Greensboro_42929.indd 1 3/8/12 11:53 AM

Haircuts at a verycomfortable price.


Not valid with any other offers. Limit one coupon per customer. At participating salons. 2off$

GREENSBORO Cardinal Center 2202FlemingRd•336-665-0880 Gunter’s Crossing•5828N.ChurchSt. (NexttoLowe’s)•336-644-7204OAK RIDGE Oak Ridge Commons•2205OakRidgeRd (Hwys150&68)•336-643-3991

CP_5x3_Greensboro_42929.indd 1 3/8/12 11:53 AM

Download our free app or visit greatclips.com

Not valid with any other offers. Limit one coupon per customer. Valid only at Oak Ridge Commons, Cardinal Center and Gunter’s Crossing locations.

Not valid with any other offers. Limit one coupon per customer. Valid only at Oak Ridge Commons, Cardinal Center and Gunter’s Crossing locations.

Great Clips®

Great Clips®

$2OFF

$2OFF

haircut

haircut

expires 7/4/2014

expires 7/4/2014

(336) 643-8030

L.A. Nails & Tan Oak Ridge

Mon-Sat 9am-8pm Sunday Noon-6pm

We now offer

products

Specializing in natural-looking acrylic nailsPink & white • Overlay • Shellac polish • ManicureDeluxe spa pedicure • Airbrush and hand design

Waxing • Mini-spa chair for children

Oak Ridge Commons SHOP • DINE • ENJOYA surprisingly uncommon experience in the heart of Oak Ridge, at the corner of NC Highways 68 and 150

Every Monday11am-2pm & 6-9pm Mondays

Answer our Facebook

Question of the Day

and win free prizes!

5-8pm Mondays with paying adult

www.jplooneys.com

OAK RIDGE: 2213 Oak Ridge Rd • 643-1570

HIGH POINT: 3793 Samet Dr • 882-9812

KERNERSVILLE: 1022-J S. Main St • 992-1671

A surprisingly uncommon experience in the heart of Oak Ridge, at the corner of NC Highways 68 and 150

Tony Coppola grew up in Italy, where preparing and enjoying deli-cious food was at the center of his childhood. He got his first “official” job working in restaurants at age 14, and has made his livelihood in the business ever since.

Tony learned early on that every successful restaurant must have five key elements: Cleanliness, consis-tency, exceptional service, quality of food and passion for creating a unique dining experience.

It also takes a lot of hard work and long hours. As the owner of Elizabeth’s Italian Restaurant in Oak Ridge Commons, Tony typically logs in between 80 and 90 hours a week at the restaurant.

“It’s about investing in your cus-tomers,” Tony says of his philosophy of how to succeed in the restaurant

business. “You have to know them by name, know how they like their food, and what kind of wine and dessert they like.

“I cook with passion and I want the customer to feel that my restaurant is their second home. I want them to feel comfortable to tell me what they like. I’m not a franchise – I do what I do to make customers happy so they come back and they tell a friend ‘There is a real Italian restaurant in Oak Ridge.’”

Tony and his brother also own Blue Naples Pizza Italian Restaurant in downtown Madison. The 4,000-sq-foot restaurant offers a spacious din-ing room, a bar and a private dining room for large groups and parties.

Tony would like to thank the Oak Ridge and surrounding communities for welcoming him over 10 years ago, and for their support in the years since.

Elizabeth’s Italian Restaurant

2205-S Oak Ridge Commons, Oak Ridge • 336.644.7199 • riograndeoakridge.com

World Cup at Rio!

Food & Drink Specials!

soccer!Come watch the games with us!

Oak Ridge | (336) 643-6801

L to R: Ashley Gilmore, manager; Tony Coppola, owner; Renee Pate, manager and Blake Peeden, manager.

Go Triad AwardsBest Pizza

Best Casual DiningBest Lunch Restaurant

2nd Best Italian Restaurant

We cater! Choose from 48 chicken, veal and seafood dishes, starting at $3 per person. Low-carb and gluten-free menu available.





Offer valid thru Dec 31, 2014

No Interest for 15 Months* OR 8.9% APR Financing*

See your independent Trane dealer for complete program eligibility, dates, details and restrictions. Special financing offers valid on qualifying equipment only. All sales must be to homeowners in the United States. Void where prohibited. The Home Projects® Visa® card is issued by Wells Fargo Financial National Bank. Special terms apply to qualifying purchases charged with approved credit at participating merchants. The special terms APR will continue to apply until all qualifying purchases are paid in full. Reduced Rate APR: Monthly payments of at least 1.75% of the purchase balance are required during the special terms period. No Interest if Paid In Full within 15 Months: Regular minimum monthly payments are required during the special terms period. Interest will be charged to your account from the purchase date at the APR for Purchases if the purchase balance is not paid in full within the promotional period. For newly opened accounts, the regular APR is 27.99%. The APR will vary with the market based on the U.S. Prime Rate. The regular APR is given as of 1/10/2014. If you are charged interest in any billing cycle, the minimum interest charge will be $1.00. The regular APR will apply to certain fees such as a late payment fee or if you use the card for other transactions. If you use the card for cash advances, the cash advance fee is 5.0% of the amount of the cash advance, but not less than $10.00. Monthly payment if shown based on $7,100 purchase.

7101 US 158, Stokesdale • (336) 643-7397 • www.trane.comNEW SYSTEM INSTALLATION • SERVICE • REPAIR • FINANCING AVAILABLE

WE’LL MAKE SURE THE SUMMER HEAT MEETS ITS MATCH.

Ramilya Siegel CRS, GRI, ABR, CDPE, Realtor®

(336) 215-9856 [email protected]

/RamilyaSiegel

Excellence

Enthusiasm

Experience

The real estate market is back!

Your local real estate expert to buy or sell since 1996

Oak Ridge Presbyterian

ChurchChurch

Summer Sacred Arts Camp

August 11-14 • 9am-12pm

Rising K through rising 5th grade | $35 per child

To register, contact Rich Richards at [email protected]

Sunday worship: Contemporary 8:45am | Traditional 11am

www.ORPC.org | (336) 643-3452 2614 Oak Ridge Rd, Oak Ridge

Dr. Samuel W. Misher, principal of Northern Guilford Middle School, has had a 32-year career as a teacher and an administrator.

Q: Approxi-mately how

many students have you served as an administrator?

A: Around 13,000

Q: What are some lessons you have learned from your role as a school administrator?

A: Every decision you make will prob-ably cause someone to be upset.

Q: What is your favorite school lunch?

A: Lasagna.

Q: What advice would you give to admin-istrators just beginning their careers?

A: It is a very rewarding career. You have to always stay focused on what is best for all students.

Q: What do you plan to do upon re-tirement?

LESSONS...continued from p. 1

A: Try to get used to having a schedule where I do not have a bell to let me know it is time to change activities.

Q: Do you have any special memories you’d like to share?

A: Just a personal thank you to all of the children, teachers and parents for allowing me the opportunity to work with you over the past 32 years.

Cheryl Stigall, second grade teacher at Stokesdale Elementary, has taught for 31 years in grades kindergarten to fifth grade.

Q: Approxi-mately how

many students have you taught in your teaching career?

A : About 800

Q: What are some lessons you have

learned from teaching?

A: I’ve learned to find humor in every day. I’ve learned that if I’ve done my job well I should be exhausted every day. Lots of lessons learned at school have nothing to do with the academic curriculum. Everyone loves praise and confirmation.

Q: What is your favorite school lunch?

A: Tomato soup and grilled cheese!

Q: What is your favorite school day – the first or the last day of the school year?

A: The last day, because that means every-one knows each other well and we have become a school family. By the end of the year we have developed close, per-sonal relationships. The students often call me “Mom” by accident. In a way, by the end of the year they are like my own children, and I wish them the best and am always in their corner.

Q: Do you have any special memories you’d like to share?

A: My favorite memory of all is a field trip I took to the zoo when I was





eight months pregnant. There was a bad thunderstorm with lightning and we got drenched! Water was running over our shoes. We spent most of the trip in a bathroom because it was unsafe to come out! It was so hor-rible that it was funny!

Lastly, my memories of Stokesdale Elementary are dear to me. We have great students and parents, many that stay in touch with me still today. My classroom is my home away from home. I’ve spent all 30 of my years in this same room. It will be hard to leave.

Jesse L. Suggs, Jr. is the orchestra director at Northern Guilford Middle School. He has taught for 45 years, in grades 4 through 12 – teaching over 7,700 students

during his career.

Q: What are some of your most memo-rable teaching moments?

A: The first most memorable moment was being the guest conductor of my first Junior All-State orchestra in Charleston, South Carolina, in the early ‘70s. I knew no one in South Carolina, and I didn’t know how they got my name and invited me to be their guest conductor. I recall some of the cello students remarked that they had never seen a black orchestra director.

It was a wonderful success, and later in the mid ‘90s, the young lady who was the concertmaster of my first All-State introduced herself to me at the Southeastern Honors Or-chestra Clinic which was held on the campus of the University of Tennes-see at Knoxville. What an incredible surprise to see and meet her again after all those years! She was now an orchestra director as well, and still performing on the violin.

The next most memorable mo-

ment occurred at the Four Seasons Mall in 1975, when the Smith High School Orchestra played 10 hours and seven minutes non-stop in an effort to get into the Guinness Book of World Records. We met our goal, and later, in 1988 at the then Caro-lina Circle Mall, we broke our own record and played 12 hours. Both of these events were also fundraisers.

There have been many rewarding teaching events, but I guess this year’s Northern Guilford combined 6th, 7th and 8th grade orchestra ranks pretty high because we competed in the 2014 Dixie Classic Music Festival in Richmond, Virginia. This orchestra did something that no other orchestra has ever done before in the festival – we played our entire program (14 minutes of music) from memory and earned a Superior-1 rating from four judges. That was very special for me.

Q: What are some lessons you have learned from teaching?

A: Probably the most significant lesson I’ve learned is students are ca-pable of anything you teach them, whether it’s above their technical or physical means or comprehension. Just do it!

Q: What do you plan to do upon retire-ment?

A: One should never retire. I’m just going to rearrange the things I want to do, and serve in perhaps a different way.

Q: Do you have any other memories you’d like to share?

A: I would love to talk about the Smith High School orchestra’s tour in Australia and Singapore, but it would be too long. We really enjoyed the $1.3 million fireworks from the Opera House in Australia, and our audi-ences in Singapore were very warm and responsive to our performances.

Look for “Lessons taught, lessons learned” from other northwest-area retiring educators in upcoming issues.





THEFTMAY 28 | The owner of M&M Tire and Auto on U.S. 220 in Stokesdale reported an unknown male stole three broken radiators, six used rotors and two damaged A/C compressors from the business, a loss estimated at $64.

MAY 28 | A Greensboro resident reported an unknown person stole an A/C unit from two of her rental proper-ties, located on Summerfield Road and U.S. 220 N. in Summerfield. The loss is estimated at $300.

MAY 31 | A Concord resident reported his Google Nexus Tablet was stolen while he was shopping at the Goodwill in Oak Ridge Commons shopping center. Melvin Thomas McDonald of Summerfield was released after being cited for possession of stolen property and larceny, and the stolen item was returned.

JUNE 1 | A resident of Dubach Road in Summerfield reported a known person borrowed her car without permission.

BURGLARYMAY 27 | A resident of Mt. Carmel Road in Stokesdale reported a neigh-bor, Joseph Kent Graves, broke into the victim’s outbuilding and stole a riding lawn mower and two weed eaters. The lawn mower has since been recovered.

MAY 30 | A resident of Shadyside Drive in Summerfield reported some-one gained entry to her home through an unlocked rear door and stole mul-tiple electronics, valued at $4,000.

DAMAGE TO PROPERTYMAY 26 | A resident of Mt. Carmel Road in Stokesdale reported a known person damaged her car.

JUNE 1 | A resident of N.C. 150 in Greensboro reported an unknown per-son damaged her mailbox.

DRUGS/ ALCOHOLMAY 26 | After investigating a suspi-cious vehicle at the intersection of U.S. 220 and U.S. 158 in Stokesdale, officers made a DWI arrest.

MAY 27 | Officers making a traffic stop on Ellisboro Road in Stokesdale arrested the driver for DWI.

MAY 29 | Officers making a traffic stop on U.S. 220 in Summerfield ar-rested the driver for DWI.

JUNE 1 | Officers making a traffic stop on Peeples Road in Oak Ridge arrested the driver for DWI.

JUNE 1 | While conducting another in-vestigation at a residence on Rosedale Drive in Oak Ridge, officers charged a suspect with possession of drug para-phernalia.

FRAUD MAY 29 | A New Dawn Realty, lo-cated on Ellisboro Road in Stokesdale, reported discovering the company had purchased advertising from an unau-thorized seller. The following day, the suspect tried to sell advertising to an-other business in Oak Ridge Commons shopping center.

The District 1 Sheriff’s Officehas recently responded to the following incidents in northwest Guilford County.

CRIME / INCIDENT report

Crime/Incident Report

District 1 Sheriff’s Office 7506 Summerfield Road

(336) 641-2300 Monday - Friday

www.guilfordcountysheriff.com

Capt. Yousef Sansour

same-day events saturday, june 28

fish ©anjich–

fotolia.com

8:30AM–11:30AM community park lake

park amphitheater 6:00PM–8:30PM

~ Space is limited to 50 children ages 6–12.Registration form available at www.summerfieldgov.com: return to town hall, fax to 643-8654, or email to [email protected].

~ Bring a rod and reel—bait will be provided.~ Free t-shirt + awards for largest fish and most fish caught!

sign-in: 8:30–9 | fishing: 9–11 | closing ceremony: 11–11:30

sponsors: Gander Mountain | NC Wildlife Commission | Walmart

Part-TimeParty-Time

Band2013 Carolina Beach MusicHall of Fame member

~ Lively music in the park rain or shine.

~ Dance to your content or kick back in your lawn chair.

~ Frog’s Toadly Good Eats food truck will keep your hunger and thirst at bay.

Town of Summerf ie ld | www.summerf ie ldgov.com | 643-8655




Start content here if using a new section barSubmit your events online at

Click “community calendar” on the left-hand side

mark yourcalendar

Karen Nasisse, DVM(336) 643-8984

1692 NC 68N, Suite J, Oak Ridge

NorthwestAnimal Hospital

Compassionate,comprehensive,

state-of-the-art care

Free Consultation • QuickbooksEconomical Pricing • Free Courier Services

Linda Russell, ownerphone/fax (336) 644-9479 • [email protected]

www.BusinessCentsNC.com

business ¢ents

Free Consultation • Quickbooks

phone/fax (336) 644-9479 • [email protected]

Small Business Bookkeeping

Celebrating 10 years!

follow usoakridgevillagevet.com

Dr. Julie Dudak1726 Oak Ridge Road

(336) 644-8789M-F 7:30am-5:30pm

Great news! Starting May 10, we will be open two Saturdays a month from 8am to 1pm. Schedule your appointment today!

Bobbie GardnerCRS/GRI/Relocation Specialist/EcoBroker

www.allentate.com/bobbiegardner

(336) 382-5939

Bobbie GardnerC

Exceeding expectations expectationsone deal at a time

SELLERS & BUYERS(336) 643-4248

Dawn StoneOwner/Broker

e-mail: [email protected]

www.ANewDawnRealty.com

We Help Everyone!

Oak Ridge Business Center 8004 Linville Rd, Suite G, Oak Ridge

(336) 643-7577 or [email protected]

Individual, Corporate, Partnership & Payroll Tax Electronic Tax Filing Estate Planning

Bookkeeping & Compilations

26 Years Experience

www.samanderscpa.com

Samuel K. Anders, CPA, MSA, PC

Dr. Christy ByrdDr. Sarah Barts

(336) 644-08027301 Summerfield RoadMon-Thu 9-5 • Fri 9-1

Most insurances accepted

Summerfield Family Eye Care

www.summerfieldfamilyeyecare.com

King’s Crossing King’s Crossing Animal Hospital

Full-service small animal hospital

7607 Hwy 68 North, Suite E, Oak Ridge

(336) 644-7606kingscrossinganimalhospital.com

10% OFF all flea & tick products

this June

Carlotta Lytton, CPA, PC

Individual & Corporate Tax ReturnsSpecializing in Payroll & Accounting

for Small Businesses

phone: (336) 644-7033fax: (336) 644-7038

7805 US Hwy 158, [email protected]

phone:7805 US Hwy 158, Stokesdale

SATURDAY, JUNE 7 Music Feeds the Soul | Stokesdale UM Church, 8305

Loyola Drive, Stokesdale, will hold a barbecue at 5:30 p.m. on June 7. A variety show will begin at 7 p.m. Tickets are $15 for adults, $5 for children ages 6 to 12; kids 5 and un-der eat free. All proceeds will support the Good Samaritan Ministries. More info: [email protected].

SUNDAY, JUNE 8 Gospel Concert | Join us for a free gospel concert on

June 8 from 4 to 6 p.m. at Faith Bible Christian Church, 8600 Haw River Road. More info: call 644-1221 or email [email protected].

TUESDAY, JUNE 10 Town Council Meeting | The Summerfield Town

Council will meet on June 10 at 6:30 p.m. at the Sum-merfield Community Center, 5404 Centerfield Road. For a meeting agenda, visit www.summerfieldgov.com.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 11 NW Detachment 1314 | The Marine Corps League

Detachment 1314 will meet on June 11 at 7 p.m. at the ROADS building, 8428 U.S. Hwy. 158, Stokesdale. Marines and families of the fallen are invited to attend. More info: visit www.nwt1314.com/DoNC.html.

THURSDAY, JUNE 12 MAOR Meeting | The Merchants Association of Oak

Ridge will meet on June 12 at 7:30 a.m. at the Oak Ridge Town Hall, 8315 Linville Road. More info: contact DeDe at 509-1923 or [email protected]. Town Council Meeting | The Stokesdale Town Council

will meet on June 12 at 7 p.m. at the Stokesdale Town Hall, 8325 Angel Pardue Road. For a meeting agenda, visit www.stokesdale.org.

View many morephotos from this event at

/northwestobserver

Run the Ridge photos

Kaylie Kocher (left),

and Adaiah Bolton did the

honors of giving the kids who

participated in the 1-mile fun

run their medals.

John Paul Felder, far left (race bib #8868), and Hunter Felder (#8870) went on to come in second and third place among the males in the 1-mile fun run.

Don’t you just love seeing how excited these kids are to see their mom and favoriterunner coming by?

Elaine Krauza, 75, of

Raleigh (center) was the old-

est runner in this year’s Run

the Ridge; she placed fi rst in

the 70 and over age division,

with a time of 39:22.

The 1-mile run/walk

and 5k at this year’s Run

the Ridge had 254 kids and

adults participating.

and 5k at this year’s Run

the Ridge had 254 kids and

adults participating.

John Paul Felder, far left (race Kaylie Kocher (left),

and Adaiah Bolton did the

Phot

o by

Lau

ra P

ullin

s/N

WO

Phot

o by

Pat

ti St

okes

/NW

O

Phot

o by

Lau

ra P

ullin

s/N

WO

Phot

o by

Lau

ra P

ullin

s/N

WO

Phot

o by

Pat

ti St

okes

/NW

O

Saturday, May 31

Oak RidgeTown Park

RidgeFest photos

This little

girl was sure

loving the

candy apple

she got at

RidgeFest!

Friends and family members were cheering on their favorite band at the Battle of the Bands, a new crowd pleaser at this year’s RidgeFest.

Jim Guthrie, standing beside his pride and joy, an ’84 pro street Chevy Camaro,

was one of about 90 classic car owners who participated in the annual cruise-in on May 30. The cruise-in is one of many

popular Friday evening attractions at each year’s three-day RidgeFest celebration.

There were a lot of activities to choose from at this year’s RidgeFest, but carnival rides remain among the kids’ favorites.

View many morephotos from this event at

/northwestobserver

Phot

o by

Lau

ra P

ullin

s/N

WO

Phot

o by

Pat

ti St

okes

/NW

O

Photo by Patti Stokes/NWOPh

oto

by L

aura

Pul

lins/

NW

OPh

oto

cour

tesy

of B

ill Ed

war

dsMay 29 - May 31Oak Ridge Town Park

Cornhole partners Leon Stokes (left)

of Summerfi eld and Tim Westfall (center)

of Stokesdale celebrate after JP Looneys’

owner, Kevin McCallister, declared them

champions at the RidgeFest cornhole tourna-

ment. The annual tournament, sponsored by

JP Looneys of Oak Ridge, is a popular attrac-

tion for kids of all ages.

Friends and family members were

Phot

o by

Lau

ra P

ullin

s/N

WO

2014





Full Service Pest ManagementMosquito ManagementBed Bug TreatmentsMoisture ControlTermite ProtectionWildlife Management

(336) 272-4400

www.pestmgt.com

Locally Owned and Operated for 30 years

vice PeM

Loca

BITS and PIECES ...continued from p. 15

inventory of

starting at /sq. ft.

Huge

$29discounted graniteGRANITE

SALE

Greensboro: 312 Dougherty St • 574-2755Winston-Salem: 1079 Hanes Mall Blvd • 765-2977

Students raise funds for Flurry’s Hope

Stokesdale Elementary students and staff raised $1,000 for Flurry’s Hope Blind Horse Rescue, and to show appreciation, Dr. Emilie Storch, clinical psychologist and director of Flurry’s Hope, brought two blind horses to visit the school’s campus on May 21. Storch spoke with students about the

importance of loving humans and animals alike, despite disabilities they may have.

After being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, it was the gift of a blind horse that taught Storch how to live again, and inspired the rescue mission she operates today.

Photo by Patti Stokes/NWO

It’s that time of year, when the grass is growing and the weeds are growing even faster! James Galloway, 76, of Ellisboro Road in Stokesdale says he mows his lawn twice a week, usually on Mondays and Fridays.

Raner receives NCHE scholarship North Carolinians for Home Educa-

tion has awarded their 2014 scholar-ships.

The NCHE scholarship is a $1,000 one-time award that is provided by NCHE member donations. Each year, two students are chosen from the group of applicants for their academic achieve-

ment, leadership ability, character and initiative.

Alexandra Raner was one of this year’s winners. Raner, daughter of Greg and Debra Raner of Summerfield, will attend Liberty University in the fall to pursue her dream of becoming a large-animal veterinarian.

Flurry’s Hope volunteer Melania Kidwell gives Toby, one of two blind horses who visited with Stokesdale Elementary students on May 21, some love. To learn more about Flurry’s Hope, visit www.fl urryshope.com. For more photos from Flurry’s Hope’s visit to Stokesdale Elementary, visit www.facebook.com/northwestobserver.

Photo by Laura Pullins/NWO

Share your

Community Newswith your neighborse-mail: [email protected]




Start content here if using a new section barDelighted or dismayed by something in your community?

Share your thoughts in

40 words or lessonline: nwobserver.come-mail: [email protected]

Grins & Gripes are published based on available space and editor’s discretion.

GRINS to... Guilford County An-

imal Shelter for reduc-ing adoption fees on cats until July 5 (see photos of adoptable cats and other animals on the shelter’s Facebook page).

Oak Ridge Fire Department for keeping our children safe last week as they traveled to and from their year-end party at the town park. The kindergar-ten parents and teachers at Oak Ridge Elementary School thank you for your dedication to the community!

CVS in Summerfield. I recently went to another area CVS and it was a mis-take. I ended up going to Summerfield anyway, where I’ve been going for years, and I received excellent service as usual!

The Kids Care Club at Stokesdale Elementary for the very special care package that they made for me follow-ing my cancer surgery. I will treasure your sweet cards and thoughtful gifts always!

The gentleman ahead of me who bought my coffee at The Jumping Bean in Summerfield last Wednesday morn-ing. You made my day, thanks so much, and I will be paying it forward!

Oak Ridge Elementary teacher Mindy Brame. Hands down the best teacher ever! Your dedication is amaz-ing. Our children not only grew in aca-demics, but also in character. Thank you for caring for and understanding each and every one of them!

The Merchants Association of Oak Ridge and Town of Oak Ridge for an-other great RidgeFest!

GRIPES to... My mail carrier. Last

week I had my neighbor to my right’s mail, they had the neighbor on their right’s mail, and my neighbor on the left had mine. Don’t mail carriers have to read numbers and names?

The cruel abuser who burned the Lhasa Apso “Toby” found on Lawndale Drive in Greensboro. He’s being treated for third-degree burns at NCSU Vet Hospital and lost an eye after two sur-geries. See the Susie’s Fund Facebook page for updates.

The person complaining about the police officer speeding and on the phone. I don’t condone speeding, but there are no laws in North Carolina prohibiting anyone from talking on a cell phone while driving.

The person at Stokesdale Town Park, by the children’s play area, who threw down a cigarette which started a fire last Friday. They had to call the fire department! It was within 1 inch of setting the bench on fire.

GRINS and GRIPES

2014FREE CONCERT BEGINS 7 PMFRIDAY • JUNE 13

www.ci.reidsville.nc.usFor more info, call 336-349-1099.

DOWNTOWN REIDSVILLE

Also Performing0ne Man Band -

JOHNNY K

An Evening of Music and Dance!

DEVIATEA CAPPELLA

i id ill

REMEMBERTO BRING YOUR

LAWN CHAIR

Same-day appointments On-site lab Referrals available with

other LeBauer divisions Electronic medical recordsSecurepatientportalto

schedule appointments and communicate with your provider

Padonda Campbell, DNP, FNP-BCPadondaisafamilynursepractitionerwhoseexperi-enceincludesfamilypractice,urgentcare,emergencymedicine,painmanagementandcriticalcare.

Sheactivelyservesthecommunityasavolunteerpre-ceptingcollegestudentstobecomenursepractitioners,andalsoenjoysteachingasanadjunctprofessor.

BornandraisedinWinston-Salem,Padondaistheproudmotherofa7-year-olddaughter,KamrynGabrielle,and aShih-TzudognamedAggie.

LeBaueratBrassfield3803RobertPorcherWay,Greensboro

LOCATIONHOURS:8am-5pm|Mon-Fri(336) 286-3442

www.lebauer.com





Continuing the commitment... big enough to serve you, small enough to know you ...since 1963

5709 W Friendly Ave, Greensboro (336) 299-5185

www.gladwellinsurance.com

Home| Life |Business Auto|Motorcycle

Medicare Solutions*

*Erie Insurance does not offer medicare solutions.

GET OUT OF TOWN!IT’S GOOD FOR YOUR HEALTH

Stay Healthy™ | 1510 North NC Hwy 68 | 336 644 0111 | eaglemds.com

Committee members voted during their monthly meeting on May 28 to rec-ommend to council members that they “look into” parking and traffic problems around the park. The area includes Summerfield Community Center and Summerfield Elementary School, near Centerfield Road and Greenlawn Drive.

Several people who live near the park spoke to committee members concern-ing parking problems, and how a trail-head for the A&Y Greenway would only worsen matters. If approved, the green-way would be extended about 2.6 miles, from a pedestrian tunnel under U.S. 220 to the community park.

“It’s not just a parking issue, it’s also a traffic issue,” said Andy Duffy, one of those residents who lives near the park.

Another neighbor said a bicycle hub (at the trail’s end) would make matters even worse.

NEWS in brief...continued from p. 3

would allow residents access to the proposed trail.

Several residents who attended the meeting complained that officers with the Guilford County Sheriff’s Office don’t ticket those who violate No Parking signs in and around the park. They said the roads are often congested with traf-fic and parked cars, many parked where they shouldn’t be.

“I’m afraid a child is going to dart out and somebody is going to run over (them),” said Bill Stafford, a resident who has voiced opposition to the trail.

The resolution to be sure council mem-bers are aware of the parking and traffic problems came at the suggestion of com-mittee member Jason Webster, who said the parking situation was a “significant barrier to developing the A&Y Trail.”

Committee members discussed the possibility of making more parking available at sites everywhere from the intersection of Strawberry Road and U.S. 220 to locations north of the park.

“The southern end, there’s possibili-ties,” said committee chair Paul Lam-brecht. “The northern end, there’s less.”

Ph

oto

s b

y K

ristin

Ku

bly

/NW

O

Oak Ridge Town Councilman George McClellan (left), three generations of the Cook family, and Oak Ridge Town Council members Jim Kinneman and Mike Stone (right) stand underneath a new historic marker placed at the Stafford-Benbow house on Oak Ridge Road on June 1. The Cooks purchased the house about 25 years ago and have since undergone extensive renovations.

Historic marker unveiled at Stafford-Benbow house

Extending the greenway to the com-munity park has become a hot-button issue, and committee members spent most of last week’s two-hour meeting trying to find new parking areas that


AUTO FOR SALE

2000 CHEVY 4x4 DUALLY, 454cid, im-maculate cond. Best offer. (336) 880-9249.

CHILDCARE AVAILABLE

NANNY WITH 20 YEARS EXPERIENCE, resume available, own van. Ages from birth to grade school. Available immedi-ately. (336) 908-1849, Oak Ridge area.

EMPLOYMENT

DRIVERS: dedicated, regional, home weekly/bi-weekly, guaranteed. Start up to $.44/cpm. Great benefi ts + bonuses. 90% no-touch freight/70% drop & hook. (877) 704-3773.

COMMERCIAL MOWING HELP NEEDED, part-time, experience preferred, must have current DL. Call (336) 644-0909.

SEEKING ENERGETIC PEOPLE for mo-bile spa business promoting #1 Spa Brand products. Skin care, spa and makeup. Training provided. Part time/full time, 50% commission, trips and potential car bonus. Call Cindy for more info, (336) 813-2697.

DRIVERS: Local/regional/OTR. Excellent pay/benefi t package, consistent miles. Daily/weekly/bi-weekly hometime. CDL-A 1 yr. OTR exp. req. (855) 842-8498.

HIRING? We can help! Reach all of northwest Guilford

County right here. Place your employment classifi ed online

at www.nwobserver.com.

SAVE THE DATE

COUNTRY BREAKFAST & YARD SALE at Mt. Zion United Methodist Church, 3708 El-lisboro Rd., Stokesdale, Saturday, June 7. Breakfast 7-9:30am, yard sale during morn-ing hours. Proceeds go to support ministries of Mt. Zion United Methodist Church. For more information, call (336) 548-4455.

SAVE THE DATE

LOCAL BUSINESS DAY at Stokesdale BiRite, Saturday, June 7, 10am-4pm. See display ad on page 7 for more details.

POPS ON THE SQUARE free concert se-ries begins Friday, June 13 with DeViate A Cappella and Johnny K, Market Square in Downtown Reidsville. See display ad on page 25 for more information.

Somethinggoing on?

Tell northwest Guilford County

Place your Save the Date online at

SUMMER CAMPS

NWHS Boosters BASEBALL SKILLS CLINIC, July 7-11, 8:30am-12:30pm. Ris-ing 3rd-9th graders. Visit nwhs.gcsnc.com (athletics/baseball) for more info, or call (336) 324-7894.

ALICE CAMP FOR GIRLS, a 2-week com-puter programming camp for 6-9th graders. For more information, please call (336) 643-8648 or visit programming4girls.com.

SUMMER SACRED ARTS CAMP, August 11-14, 9am-12n for rising K-5th graders, Oak Ridge Presbyterian Church. Explore the Bible in different mediums of the arts, including music, visual arts, drama and the natural world. $35/camper. Call Rich for more info or to register, (336) 324-0497.

YARD SALES

NEIGHBORHOOD YARD SALE, Sat., June 7, 8am-?, Leadenhall Rd., Millstaff Dr., Beckenham, Brittains Field, Oak Ridge 27310. Clothes, furniture, tools, household items, toys, kayaks, much more!! Spon-sored by Ramilya Siegel/ATC.

YARD SALES

DOWNSIZING SALE, Sat., June 7, 8am, 7987 Fogleman Road, Oak Ridge. Chair & ottoman, wicker desk, BB goal, Hollister & other name brand jr. clothes.

MULTI-FAMILY GARAGE SALE, Saturday, June 7, 9am-3pm, 8506 Grace Meadow Court, Stokesdale. Nice household items, furniture, baby items, etc.

MULTI-FAMILY YARD SALE in Henson Forest, Saturday, June 7, 8am-12n, Hwy. 150 & Henson Forest Road, Summerfi eld (look for signs).

MULTI-FAMILY YARD SALE, Sat., June 7, 7am, 7916 Daltonshire Drive, Oak Ridge.

MULTI-FAMILY YARD SALE, Sat., June 7, 8am-1pm, 8417 Linville Road, Oak Ridge. Antiques, collectibles, jewelry, clothing, household.

YARD SALE, Sat., June 7, 8am, 8306 Chartwell Dr., Oak Ridge. Kid stuff, house-hold items.

MOVING SALE, Friday, June 6, & Satur-day, June 7, 7am-??, 7752 Eversfi eld Road, Summerfi eld.

MOVING SALE, Sat., June 7, 7am-1pm, 8558 Linville Road, Oak Ridge. Kids’ clothes, toys, furniture, home interior, dishes, ALL must go! Don’t miss it!

YARD SALE TIME?

Advertise it here!

The deadline to place your classifi ed ad is Monday.

Visit www.nwobserver.com and click on Place a Classifi ed.


NEED HELP?Call (336) 644-7035 ext. 10

Mon-Fri • 9am-2pm

Place online at

Auto for Sale .............................. 27

Childcare Available ...................... 27

Employment ................................ 27

Save the Date ............................. 27

Summer Camps .......................... 27

Yard Sales ................................... 27

Home Services .......................28-30

Misc. Services .............................. 30

Misc. for Sale .............................. 30

Misc. Wanted ............................. 30

Pets/Animals & Services ............... 30

Real Estate .............................30-31

INDEX

28 June 6 - 12, 2014 The Northwest Observer • Totally local since 1996

HOME SErvicES��

clEaning

MARIA’S CLEANING SERVICE. Free esti-mates, guaranteed service. 432-4483.

JASMINE CLEANING SERVICE. Afford-able, experienced, guaranteed. 423-4938.

SANDRA’S CLEANING SERVICE. Affordable, experienced, guaranteed svc. 423-3196.

FREE PICK-UP of unwanted mowers, AC’s, batteries, appliances, grills, etc. 689-4167.

CastleWorks WINDOW CLEANINGIncludes gutters, pressure washing, chande-liers and other high ladder work. Fully insured and bonded, free estimates. 609-0677. www.castleworkswindowcleaning.com.

CRISTINA’S CLEANING SERVICE Weekly cleaning, references available upon request. (336) 423-7384.

Professional custom cleaning for home & office

Weekly / Biweekly / Monthly Move-Out/Move-In • Detail/Deep

Seasonal • Licensed/Bonded/Insured Customized Services

GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE

Home Maid, inc.

(336) 441-2047 | [email protected]

ANA’S HOUSECLEANING. Good refer-ences, free est., 25 years exp. 309-0747.

MAID-2-SHINE. Serving NW area for 10 years. Homes, offices, move in/out. Detail oriented, prof, bonded, exc. ref. 338-0223.

dEcOrating

GOT A SPACE PLANNING CHALLENGE? At a loss with your decorating project? Con-fused and indecisive? We give you fresh, exciting, valuable decorating ideas and ex-pert design tips. Mention this ad and get $50 off an in-home design consultation. www.IDSbyMaria.com, (336) 944-2750.

HOME SErvicES��

INTERIOR DECORATOR with many years of experience to design your interior/exte-rior livings spaces with fabrics, fabrica-tions, reupholstery, and installations. Call Inga Huff at (336) 257-3943 or email at [email protected].

Need some help? Email [email protected]

FlOOring

CARPET REPAIRS & RESTRETCHING Licensed/insured. 643-6500.

gEnEral rEpair & SErvicES

Home Improvement & RepairsLicensed & Insured

Pro

fess

ion

al,

Ho

ne

st,

Re

lia

ble

Lisa & Jerry Potkay, Stokesdale

(336) [email protected]

oldschoolsjhr.homestead.com

Bathroom Remodeler | Additions | Decks

HOME REPAIR, LLCOLD SCHOOL

ALL ABOUT THE HOUSE. General home repair. Will take the lead on, or assist you with your home projects. 644-8710 / 708-0522.

HOUSE & YARD HOME MAINTENANCE “Anything to improve your home and prop-erty.” Jeff Ziglar, 456-9992 or 643-9609.

grading / Hauling

ANTHONY’S GRADING & HAULINGExcavating, land clearing, demolition, dirt available. Zane Anthony, 362-4035.

GAULDIN TRUCKING, grading & hauling, bobcat work, lot clearing, driveways, fill dirt, gravel, etc. 362-1150.

BRAD’S BOBCAT SVC. Grading, hauling, gravel/dirt, debris removal. 362-3647.

HOME SErvicES��

guttErS / windOwS / Siding

VINYL SIDING REPAIRSFacia, siding & gutter repairs. Mays Siding, 215-8775, www.mayssiding.com.

MAYS SIDING & WINDOW CONTRACTORS, vinyl railings & siding, replacement win-dows, gutter cleaning and repair. Please call 215-8775 for a free estimate.

GUTTER CLEANING & LEAF GUARDS. 5 and 6” seamless gutters. Free estimates. Call Gary the Gutter Guy. (336) 345-6518. www.a1copperroofing.com.

lawn carE / landScaping

LANDSCAPING BY DESIGN, lawn care with pride, is now accepting new customers. 20 years exp. Timothy, (336) 689-2200.

A-LIST LAWN CARENew customer special - 4th cut free! Free estimates. (336) 609-7013.

D & D LANDSCAPING & IRRIGATIONComplete landscaping services. Retaining walls & patios. Member BBB. NC licensed irrigation contractor. 312-2706.

STEVE NEWMAN TREE SERVICE. Free est. Locally owned and operated. Lic/ins. 30 yrs. exp. Bucket truck & chipper, total cleanup. 24-hr. emergency svc. OR, NC. 643-1119.

MY GROUNDSKEEPERLandscaping and lawn care, shrubs, mulch, cut low limbs and more. Call Timothy, (336) 643-5154.

facebook.com/NorthwestObserver

Get. Be. Stay. Connected.

HOME SErvicES��

BUZZ CUTS LAWN & LANDSCAPE INC. Annual service agreements. Buzz, 509-6464.

ARBOR MASTERS TREE SERVICETotal tree removal, storm damage cleanup, shrub and tree pruning. Bobcat work and more. Free estimates. Licensed & insured. Call Joe at 643-9157.

MULCH, single-ground, $10 per 3-yard scoop. Tandem load delivered, $100 (about 10 yards). Oak Ridge area, 803-2195.

AQUA SYSTEMS IRRIGATION. Quality ir-rigation systems. NC Licensed Contractor. We service all systems. Free est. 644-1174.

The Northwest Observer 13,000 copies every week!

Direct-mailed to every mailbox with an Oak Ridge, Summerfield and Stokesdale address, and available for

pick-up at 70+ area businesses.

TRACTOR FOR HIREBush hogging, tilling, fencing, brush/tree re-moval, hauling & more! (336) 207-6632.

ONE GUY & A MACHINE LAWN CARE and hardscaping. Maintenance, design, paver patios, block walls, hedges trimmed, beds re-edged, pine needles, mulch, pressure washing, chemical applications, aerating. Li-censed & insured. Free est. Call 382-4767. www.oneguyandamachine.com.

MIKE’S LAWNCARE. Mow, trim & blow. Free estimates. (336) 543-3664.

TLC LAWN CARELawn mowing, fertilization and weed con-trol. General cleanup. Affordable all-season lawn maintenance. (336) 681-0097.

GUZMAN LANDSCAPE & MAINTENANCEPine needles, mulch, leaf removal, tree prun-ing, complete lawn maintenance. 655-6490.

LANDSCAPE SOLUTIONS13-year anniversary special. We will beat your current written price by 15% – guaran-teed! Call (336) 601-3796.


HOME SERVICES

PAINTING & DRYWALL

David & Judy Long, owners

(336) 931-0600BEKPaintCompany.com• References Available • Licensed & Insured • All Work Guaranteed

BEK Paint Co.Residential & Commercial

PAINTING INTERIOR & EXTERIOR, 32 years exp. Sheetrock repair. Call Brad Rog-ers for free estimate. Local 314-3186.

STILL PERFECTION PAINTINGReliable, skilled, affordable. Painting, pres-sure washing, handyman services. Scott Still, 462-3683 or stillperfectionpainting.com.

RIDDLE PAINTING

Specializing in interior painting, we take pride in our quality work

and personalized service

Residential InteriorsPressure Washing

Free estimates References available

(336) 402-4603Serving the Triad since 1998

What’s going on around town? Find us on Facebook for photos from RidgeFest, Run the Ridge

and Founder’s Day! facebook.com/northwestobserver

PLUMBING

BRANSON PLUMBING & SOLARNo job too small! Experienced, guaranteed. Lic/Ins. Call Mark for savings. 337-7924.

JDB PLUMBING. Repair, remodel, well pump. Lic/Ins. Accepts all major credit cards. Offi ce 656-0019, cell 382-6905.

HOME SERVICES

POWER WASHING

POWER WASHING BY MAYSSpecializing in vinyl homes. 215-8775.

PRESSURE WASHING, gutter & window cleaning. Call Crystal Clear. Fully insured. www.windowcleaningnc.com. 595-2873.

REMODELING / CONSTRUCTION

ON-TARGET

Construction Services, Inc.

Roof Replacements / RepairsSiding & WindowsCustom Decks / PorchesGeneral Home RepairsRemodeling / Painting

ON-TARGETCONSTRUCTION SERVICES, INC.

30 yrs exp • Workmanship guarantee Insurance specialists

FREE EstimatesInsured & Dependable(336) 644-1580

BELEWS CREEK CONSTRUCTIONKitchens & baths, rotted wood, custom decks, garages, siding, windows, roofi ng specials. Sr. discounts, 35 years exp. 362-6343.

RENOVATION WORKS INC.New construction, remodeling, kitchen and bath, additions, decks & patios. Call (336) 427-7391 or www.myrenovationworks.com.

R4 SPECIALTIESRepair, refi nish, reface and remodel. Free estimates. 14 years architectural mill work experience. (336) 339-7552.

TRIPP SMITH CONSTRUCTION, LLC.Licensed General Contractor with college degree in construction management and over 18 years of experience. We special-ize in additions, remodels, garages, decks, sunrooms, new construction, residential & commercial. No job too large or too small. Free Estimates. Call or email, 399-4894, [email protected].

HOME SERVICES

AREA STUMP DUMP. Yard waste, con-crete, etc. Fill dirt available. 602-5820.

ALL-SEASON STUMP GRINDING. Owner Alan Winfree. Free est. Call 382-9875.

COLFAX LAWNCAREComplete lawn care maintenance. Mow-ing, trimming, fertilizing, weed control, pine needles. Res/Comm. Fully insured. (336) 362-5860. Serving the Triad for 25 years.

STUMP GRINDING – FREE ESTIMATESBig or small, we grind them all. 382-3860.

BRAD’S BOBCAT. Landscaping, driveways, patios, sidewalks, concrete work. 362-3647.

TOO MUCH YARD WORK TO HANDLE? I can help with landscape/lawncare needs. Trees, trimming, yard prep and cleanup. Honest and reasonable. (336) 464-5215.

WILSON LANDSCAPING, INC. Complete lawn care & landscaping. NC lic. irrigation contractor. 20 years exp. Hardscaping, fer-tilization & weed control. 399-7764.

CAROLINA STUMP & TREE SERVICEComplete tree service, $1 million liability, workman’s comp. Rick & Judy, 643-9332. CarolinaStumpAndTreeServiceNC.com.

MASONRY

MASONRY CONCEPTS, brick, block, stone, concrete & repairs. Free estimates. (336) 988-1022, www.masonryconceptsgso.com.

SOUTHERN STYLE concrete & landscapes. It’s summertime! Let us help with your out-door living and entertainment spaces! No better time for a new patio, sidewalk or drive-way. Give us a call at (336) 399-6619 for all your concrete and landscape needs.

MISC. SERVICES & PRODUCTS

GRILLS, FIRE PITS, tankless water heat-ers. General home repairs. Call Don Hill, (336) 643-7183.

HOME SERVICES

Triad Garage Doors SALES, SERVICE & INSTALLATIONS

(336) 501-6025www.triadgaragedoors.com

LiftMaster, Amarr, and all other brandsFree estimates • Insured • 10 years experience

LOW-COST GARAGE DOORS. Repair & sales. 35 years exp. (336) 215-2800.

SWIMMING POOL SERVICE & REPAIR. Spring specials on pool openings, liner re-placements and equipment. 20+ years ex-perience. Randy Harrell, 362-9721.

• Liner replacement • Pool openings • All repairs• Weekly cleaning/maintenance

www.sharkyspoolservices.com(336) 207.9793

JUNK REMOVAL – appliances, batteries, mowers, cars, electronics, trash removal, etc. Call about free junk removal, 453-8644.

TWO DUDES & A TRUCK. Pressure wash-ing, lawn care, gutter cleaning, junk remov-al. Reasonable rates. 202-5950.

336/404-1471www.fmbyjh.com

RESTORATION SPECIALISTS DELIVERING AN AMAZING EXPERIENCE

•FurnitureRefinishing•CabinetRefacing•LeatherRepair

CALL FOR A FREE ESTIMATE



HOME SERVICES

PAINTING & DRYWALL

David & Judy Long, owners

(336) 931-0600BEKPaintCompany.com• References Available • Licensed & Insured • All Work Guaranteed

BEK Paint Co.Residential & Commercial

PAINTING INTERIOR & EXTERIOR, 32 years exp. Sheetrock repair. Call Brad Rog-ers for free estimate. Local 314-3186.

STILL PERFECTION PAINTINGReliable, skilled, affordable. Painting, pres-sure washing, handyman services. Scott Still, 462-3683 or stillperfectionpainting.com.

RIDDLE PAINTING

Specializing in interior painting, we take pride in our quality work

and personalized service

Residential InteriorsPressure Washing

Free estimates References available

(336) 402-4603Serving the Triad since 1998

What’s going on around town? Find us on Facebook for photos from RidgeFest, Run the Ridge

and Founder’s Day! facebook.com/northwestobserver

PLUMBING

BRANSON PLUMBING & SOLARNo job too small! Experienced, guaranteed. Lic/Ins. Call Mark for savings. 337-7924.

JDB PLUMBING. Repair, remodel, well pump. Lic/Ins. Accepts all major credit cards. Offi ce 656-0019, cell 382-6905.

HOME SERVICES

POWER WASHING

POWER WASHING BY MAYSSpecializing in vinyl homes. 215-8775.

PRESSURE WASHING, gutter & window cleaning. Call Crystal Clear. Fully insured. www.windowcleaningnc.com. 595-2873.

REMODELING / CONSTRUCTION

ON-TARGET

Construction Services, Inc.

Roof Replacements / RepairsSiding & WindowsCustom Decks / PorchesGeneral Home RepairsRemodeling / Painting

ON-TARGETCONSTRUCTION SERVICES, INC.

30 yrs exp • Workmanship guarantee Insurance specialists

FREE EstimatesInsured & Dependable(336) 644-1580

BELEWS CREEK CONSTRUCTIONKitchens & baths, rotted wood, custom decks, garages, siding, windows, roofi ng specials. Sr. discounts, 35 years exp. 362-6343.

RENOVATION WORKS INC.New construction, remodeling, kitchen and bath, additions, decks & patios. Call (336) 427-7391 or www.myrenovationworks.com.

R4 SPECIALTIESRepair, refi nish, reface and remodel. Free estimates. 14 years architectural mill work experience. (336) 339-7552.

TRIPP SMITH CONSTRUCTION, LLC.Licensed General Contractor with college degree in construction management and over 18 years of experience. We special-ize in additions, remodels, garages, decks, sunrooms, new construction, residential & commercial. No job too large or too small. Free Estimates. Call or email, 399-4894, [email protected].

HOME SERVICES

AREA STUMP DUMP. Yard waste, con-crete, etc. Fill dirt available. 602-5820.

ALL-SEASON STUMP GRINDING. Owner Alan Winfree. Free est. Call 382-9875.

COLFAX LAWNCAREComplete lawn care maintenance. Mow-ing, trimming, fertilizing, weed control, pine needles. Res/Comm. Fully insured. (336) 362-5860. Serving the Triad for 25 years.

STUMP GRINDING – FREE ESTIMATESBig or small, we grind them all. 382-3860.

BRAD’S BOBCAT. Landscaping, driveways, patios, sidewalks, concrete work. 362-3647.

TOO MUCH YARD WORK TO HANDLE? I can help with landscape/lawncare needs. Trees, trimming, yard prep and cleanup. Honest and reasonable. (336) 464-5215.

WILSON LANDSCAPING, INC. Complete lawn care & landscaping. NC lic. irrigation contractor. 20 years exp. Hardscaping, fer-tilization & weed control. 399-7764.

CAROLINA STUMP & TREE SERVICEComplete tree service, $1 million liability, workman’s comp. Rick & Judy, 643-9332. CarolinaStumpAndTreeServiceNC.com.

MASONRY

MASONRY CONCEPTS, brick, block, stone, concrete & repairs. Free estimates. (336) 988-1022, www.masonryconceptsgso.com.

SOUTHERN STYLE concrete & landscapes. It’s summertime! Let us help with your out-door living and entertainment spaces! No better time for a new patio, sidewalk or drive-way. Give us a call at (336) 399-6619 for all your concrete and landscape needs.

MISC. SERVICES & PRODUCTS

GRILLS, FIRE PITS, tankless water heat-ers. General home repairs. Call Don Hill, (336) 643-7183.

HOME SERVICES

Triad Garage Doors SALES, SERVICE & INSTALLATIONS

(336) 501-6025www.triadgaragedoors.com

LiftMaster, Amarr, and all other brandsFree estimates • Insured • 10 years experience

LOW-COST GARAGE DOORS. Repair & sales. 35 years exp. (336) 215-2800.

SWIMMING POOL SERVICE & REPAIR. Spring specials on pool openings, liner re-placements and equipment. 20+ years ex-perience. Randy Harrell, 362-9721.

• Liner replacement • Pool openings • All repairs• Weekly cleaning/maintenance

www.sharkyspoolservices.com(336) 207.9793

JUNK REMOVAL – appliances, batteries, mowers, cars, electronics, trash removal, etc. Call about free junk removal, 453-8644.

TWO DUDES & A TRUCK. Pressure wash-ing, lawn care, gutter cleaning, junk remov-al. Reasonable rates. 202-5950.

336/404-1471www.fmbyjh.com

RESTORATION SPECIALISTS DELIVERING AN AMAZING EXPERIENCE

•FurnitureRefinishing•CabinetRefacing•LeatherRepair

CALL FOR A FREE ESTIMATE



HOME SERVICES

JLB REMODELING, INC.NC GC license #69997. Free estimates. Insured. Custom remodeling & additions. Call 681-2902 or www.jlbremodeling.com.

MOBILE WELDING SERVICEResidential, wrought-iron fence & gates, custom fabrication, stainless aluminium. Chuck, 362-8679, triadmobilewelding.com.

Construction Services, INC

BUILDING | RENOVATIONS | ADDITIONS

644-8615 office508-5242 cell

Licensed & insured NC Gen. Contractor #72797

TMHorse barns | Fences | Shelters

KEITH SMITH CONSTRUCTION.26 years experience. Specializing in room additions, garages, vinyl siding and win-dows, painting, ceramic tile, laminate, hard-wood and linoleum fl oors, and remodeling of all kinds. No job too small. Free est. Call 644-1943 or cell 362-7469.

www.nwobserver.com

ROOFING

A.L. CORMAN ROOFING INC.Res. roofi ng specialist serving Guilford Cty. area since 1983. Member BBB 25+ years w/ A+ rating. cormanroofi nginc.com, 621-6962.

CLINARD & SON ROOFING, LLCResidential roofi ng, rubber fl at roofs, roof coating, metal roofs. 30 years experience. Now accepting all major credit cards. Call 643-8191 or 580-3245.

RED RHINO ROOFING, based in Oak Ridge, NC. Storm damage specialist expe-rienced with all types of roofi ng. BBB ac-credited A and listed with Angie’s List. Call 662-7980, or visit redrhinoroofi ng.com.

MISC. SERVICES

COMPUTER REPAIRS $99.Used computers, website design. Info at ITBASICS.COM – (336) 643-0068. Inside Mailboxes & More, Oak Ridge Commons.

FREE PICKUP of appliances, batteries, junk mowers, air conditioners, grills, electri-cal items, metal items, etc. 689-4167.

Joy Sigmon(336) 253-8987

[email protected]

Local travel agents to serve you www.ncneedtogetaway.com

Cruise, Land, Disney, Europe & more

MISC. FOR SALE

HP ENVY 20 TOUCHSMART PC, less than 1 year old, barely used, keyboard, charger, mouse incl. $400. (423) 736-3990.

WURLITZER PIANO, 1996 model, cherry, perfect condition, appraised at $1,200, ask-ing $1,000. (336) 643-7882.

KNIGHTS PRODUCE & PLANTSVegetable plants and hanging baskets. 14809 Hwy. 158, Summerfi eld. 708-0485.

WAREHOUSE MALL, INC. NOW OPEN! Antiques, collectibles and so much more! 305 E. Bodenhamer Drive, Kernersville. Consignors needed, $100/mo. for 10’ x 10’ space. Larger spaces available. Please call (336) 992-2469. Hours: Monday-Sat., 10am-7pm, Sunday, 1-6pm.

2009 ROCKWOOD ULTRA-LITE CAMPER, 8313SS, with or without warranty, like new, white cabinetry. (336) 382-9156.

ALL NEW MATTRESS SETS. Still in plastic, w/ warranty. Twin, $99; Full, $109; Queen, $129; King, $191. Can deliver, layaway available. Mattress Outlet. 992-0025.

MISC. WANTED

$$$ – WILL PAY CASH up to $200 for your junk or wrecked vehicle. 552-0328.

CASH for riding lawn mower needing repair or free removal if unwanted. Also free pick-up of appliances, AC’s, grills, metal items, computers, gas & electrical items. 689-4167.

PET / ANIMAL SERVICES

ANIMALS AVAILABLE

ONYX is a one-year-old medium male hound mix who enjoys playing with his squeaky toys and fetching tennis balls. Onyx prefers to stay active and would be perfect for a family who has lots of time to play and take him on walks. He is not cur-rently neutered, but will be as part of his adoption fee. For more information on Onyx, or to see other pets needing a forever home, visit the the Guilford County Animal Shelter at www.adoptshelterpets.org, or call (336) 297-5020.

PET SITTING / BOARDING

PET SITTING. Caring and responsible. $14 per 30-minute visit. (336) 601-2087.

SPOIL-ME-ROTTEN ANIMAL CAREMotto: love, compassion, respect for your pets. Professional pet sitter for 18 years. Bonded/Insured. Member, Pet Sitters Intl. Provide food, exercise, play, meds/shots, much TLC. 1-3 trips/day. $15/trip (30 min). Call 643-5242. Oak Ridge/Summerfi eld.

REAL ESTATE

REAL ESTATE SERVICES

VANGUARD REAL ESTATE OPTIONS, LLC. No-fee and low-fee listings. Mike Blackwelder, (336) 644-1476.

VACATION PROPERTY

CAROLINA MARINA, 214 Pelican Dr. Jet ski lift, boat slip, 40’ covered deck, park model, water front. $112,000. 337-9268.

Selling or Renting? The Northwest Observer reaches

every home with an Oak Ridge, Stokesdale and Summerfi eld mailing address, and is available for pick-up

at 75 area locations. For more information on advertising

with us, call 644-7035, ext. 10, or email [email protected].

HOMES FOR SALE

WATERFRONT TOWN HOME on Belews Lake, 2BR, 3BA, 2 boat slips and covered boat storage. $272,900 and assistance with closing costs. (336) 414-7223.

It’s pool time!

Priced to move in! Located at The Cardinal with fenced yard and pool. Loaded withupdates. Recent HVAC & roof. Great sunroom! Popular Northwest High School. Over 2,200 square feet offered at $225,700.

NEW LISTING

NANCY HESS, Realtor®

(336) 215-1820






REAL ESTATE

HOMES FOR SALE

7986 Fogleman Way

Wendy BennettCell (336) 209-0705Office (336) 423-0030www.wendy.bennett.remaxagent.com

OPEN HOUSE Sun, June 8, 2-4pm

The Grove at Oak Ridge Lakes – main floor living at its finest! This 1-story home with full unfinished basement has room to grow. Offers 3 BR & 2 ½ BA on the main with amazing one-of-a-kind open floor plan. Fenced, private 0.92 acre yard. $329,900

OPEN HOUSE: Sun, June 8 • 2-4pm

5070 Bunch Road, SummerfieldThis home is a retreat worth seeing. Master and guest bedroom on main floor, and 2 more bedrooms on 2nd floor. Updated kitchen with granite and stainless steel appl. All on 3.68 beautiful acres. $359,000

ANN POWELL, Realtor®

(336) 327-3473

REAL ESTATE

HOMES FOR SALE

Bobbie GardnerCRS/GRI/ EcoBrokerRelocation Specialist

(336) 382-5939allentate.com/bobbiegardner

7203 Oak Creek Court, StokesdaleGorgeous custom home on wooded, 1.86-acre, cul-de-sac lot in Oak Creek n’hood. 4 BR & 3½ BA w/full unfinished basement. Pre-inspected & ready to move in! Great location & easy commute to anywhere in Triad. NW Schools. $333,900


8140 Sangiovese Drive

4BR/3.5BA/3-car home. Tons of natural light! LR w/ custom cabinets & fireplace. Hardwoods. Coffered ceiling in DR. Granite kit/SS appl/gas cooking & more. Media room w/surround sound. Master on main. Huge walk-in attic. Screened porch/stamped patio. $545,000


Gail Kerber, Realtor® Broker/Owner(336) 327-1165

[email protected]

Check out nwobserver.com Place your classifi ed, submit a Grin or a Gripe, comment on an arti cle, view your Community Calendar, link to our

Facebook page, view our media brochure, and be in-the-know about all things totally local. Folio line starts here

display advertiser indexthanks to all the advertisers who partnered with us to bring you this free community resource

A/C & HeAtingStokesdale Heating & Air .....................18Velocity Air, Inc. .....................................3

ACCounting / bookkeepingBusiness Cents .....................................21Carlotta Lytton, CPA, PA .....................21Samuel K. Anders, CPA, MSA, PC .......21

Automotive serviCesPrestige Car Wash ...............................17

CHurCHesCentral Baptist Church ..........................8First Baptist Church of Summerfield.......4Oak Ridge Presbyterian Church ...........18

dentists / ortHodontiCsOlmsted Orthodontics .........................16

eventsLocal Vendor Day at BiRite ....................7Summer Concert Series in Reidsville ....25Fishing Derby & Music in the Park .......20

fitnessSnap Fitness ........................................14

HAir CAre / nAils / tAnningGreat Clips ..........................................16LA Nails & Tan ....................................17

Home produCts & serviCesPest Management Systems ..................24ProStone Inc. ......................................24Southern Comfort Consulting ..............14Southern States ..............................Insert

insurAnCeGladwell Insurance Agency..................26North Carolina Farm Bureau .................2

legAl serviCesAttorney Bill Barbour .............................8

mediCAl Eagle Physicians at Brassfield.................5Eagle Physicians at Oak Ridge .............26Forsyth Pediatrics, Oak Ridge ..............16Kernersville Medical Center .................15LeBauer HealthCare ............................25Oak Ridge Physical Therapy ................16Summerfield Family Eye Care ..............21

pet serviCesBel Aire Veterinary Hospital .................10King’s Crossing Animal Hospital ..........21KPS - Kelly’s Pet Services .....................12Northwest Animal Hospital ..................21Oak Ridge Animal Hospital .................12Spoil-Me-Rotten Animal Care, Inc. ......11Triad Dog Fence ..................................13

Veterinary Hospital at Oak Ridge .........21

Westergaard Kennels ...........................10

publisHing Co / newspAperThe NWO on Facebook ......................32

reAl estAteA New Dawn Realty ............................21Ann Powell / Keller Williams .................31Bobbie Gardner / Allen Tate ..........21, 31Nancy Hess / Keller Williams ...............30Ramilya Siegel / Allen Tate ..................18Wendy Bennett / ReMax ......................31

restAurAntsElizabeth’s Italian Restaurant ...............16JP Looneys Sports Bar & Grill...............17Reel Seafood Grill ..................................3Rio Grande Mexical Grill ......................17

retAil BiRite Food Center ................................6Roomer Has It .....................................19

(336) 644-7035, ext. [email protected]

Let us introduce you to our readers! Contact us to learn

about our advertising options.

PRSRT STDU.S. POSTAGE

PAIDOak Ridge, NCPermit No. 22

ECRWSS

Postal Patron

PO Box 268, Oak Ridge, NC 27310 • (336) 644-7035

Feeling disconnected? Easy fix.facebook.com / NorthwestObserver

Northwest Observer | June 6 - 12, 2014

Documents

Transcript of Northwest Observer | June 6 - 12, 2014