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SAMPSON COUNTY’S COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER
The Sampson Weekly
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VOLUME 5, ISSUE 9
Week of February 28-March 6, 2014
www.thesampsonweekly.com
Residents Urged To Attend
INSIDE
NATIONWIDE SERIES
Race: Kroger 250
Where: Martinsville Speedway
When: March 29, 2:30 p.m. (ET)
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Race: Blue Jeans Go Green 200
Where: Phoenix International Raceway
When: Saturday, 3:45 p.m.(ET)
TV: ABC
2013 Winner: Kyle Busch
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NOTEBOOK
Hamlin forced to spot
himself in Daytona 500
Denny Hamlin entered the Daytona 500
having won the Sprint Unlimited and his
Gatorade Duel qualifying race, and was
one of the pre-race favorites to win the
Great American Race.
He wound up finishing second to Dale
Earnhardt Jr., which was something of
a surprise, given the fact that — as he
revealed in his post-race interview — he
ran most of the race without radio communication with his team and spotter. He
said he wasn’t about to stop and lose time
and position by having the radio replaced.
“I didn’t perform as good as I could have
’cause I was trying to spot myself at the
end of the race,” he said. “It’s hard to win
a superspeedway race when you don’t
know when runs are coming, when you
have to time your passes and everything,
especially when you’re trying to guard
against causing a wreck, knowing you got
radio silence.
“It was tough and disappointing because
I definitely could have used my spotter
there at the end for the green-whitecheckered to possibly time a run on the 88
[Earnhardt].
“I’m at least happy we finished the race
and didn’t get in big trouble.”
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a lot of advice lately. I can’t thank him
enough. He’s been awesome to me.
“It made this whole transition a lot
easier. If we didn’t have him on board, it
would have definitely been tough to do
this.
“I want to thank him and congratulate
him. That was an awesome race. He led
a ton of laps. For me, he’s been a little bit
of a bigger brother right now. It’s been
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the County Auditorium located on Rowan Road. The public hearing is to hear public com0%
ments concerning a proposed Animal Control Ordinance (which is 36 pages long) that is
on the tables to be put into motion soon, if passed by the Sampson County Commissioners.
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wouldn’t be in existence.
“Everything in life happens for a reason.
Sometimes people aren’t happy with the
way life treats them. That’s their problem.
I’m pretty blessed and happy to be where
I am. I appreciate the things I’ve got going
for me.”
Kelley Earnhardt Miller, who helps run
the JR Motorsports Nationwide Series
team co-owned by her brother Dale
Earnhardt Jr., said she deals with the same
issues as Busch.
“Obviously, Dale runs a few races for us,”
Miller said. “We leverage those relationships
so that we can have multi-race partnerships for our other cars. This year we’re going to
be doing that with Kevin Harvick as well. He’s brought a lot of partners on board.
“It’s important to be able to have the Cup guys in our series. I think the young guys
that are in the series like to be able to race against talent like Dale and Kevin and
those guys.”
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our company, we’ve sort of weathered the storm,” he said. “In
st 16 or 18 months, things have been on the uptick for us as
our alignment with Hendrick, our [sponsor] partners staying
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rything seems to be going in a great direction.”
includes the No. 9 NAPA Auto Parts-sponsored Chevrolet
by Elliott, which finished a steady 15th at Daytona in
’s first drive in the car.
ott] didn’t have any experience from the past,” Earnhardt said.
st was taking it all at face value. I’m sure he learned a ton.
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Drivers who have
won the Daytona 500
twice in their careers —
Earnhardt, Jimmie Johnson,
Bill Elliott, Sterling Marlin,
Matt Kenseth and Michael
Waltrip.
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Lead changes in the
2014 Daytona 500 —
among 18 drivers.
Rain delays in the
Daytona 500 in 2013
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Love the Lord your
God with all your
heart and with
all your soul and
with all your mind.
This is the first and
greatest commandment. And the
second is like it:
Love your neighbor
as yourself.
Matthew 22:37-39
There was a report of a Blue Light Bandit attempting to stop a female in the Roseboro area
of Sampson County on Sunday Night. The individual described the car as a gray Dodge
Charger which pulled her over.
Marcus Smith, Sampson County Sheriff Department, “Through investigating the incident,
it appears the incident may have been an actual law enforcement officer.” Smith continued,
“It is always safe to be prudent when being pulled over. Remember to follow a few safety
measures which can keep you safe. If you are being pulled over by an unmarked car Slow down- Turn on your emergency flashers and Call 911 to verify that it is an actual law
enforcement officer and proceed to a well-lighted area. Keep your doors locked and don’t
roll your window all the way down.”
Simpson continued, “My goal is to improve the education of our students. I am not
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On Wednesday afternoon, Telfair Simpson remarked
about his re-filing for the Sampson County Board of Education of which he is currently the chairman, “We have
an outstanding school board that works very well together. I wanted another opportunity to serve with my fellow
members and continue the progress that has been made
in the past several years. I also wanted the opportunity to
work with our new superintendent Dr. Eric Bracey. Our
Board is very excited to have him leading our system.”
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The deadline for filing for election or re-election is Friday at 12 noon and candidates have been rushing to the
Sampson County Elections office to throw their hats into
the political arena. Four candidates filed this week with
David Kidd filing for election for the position of Sampson County Sheriff, Dewain Sinclair filing for re-election
for the Sampson County Board of Education, Ms. Mary
Brown filing for re-election to the Sampson County
Board of Education and Telfair Simpson throwing his hat
back into the ring for re-election to the Sampson County
School Board. No surprises this week in the election filing of any new candidates.
On Monday, Dewain Sinclair filed for re-election to the
Sampson County Board of Election. Sinclair remarked
that he was running for his second term because, “I want
to insure that there is continuity and consistency on the
board with changes being made at the superintendent
level.” Sinclair also spoke very highly of the new superintendent Dr. Eric Bracey.
On Tuesday afternoon Ms. Mary Brown, who has been
on the board for almost 24 years, filed for re-election to
the Sampson County Board of Education. Ms. Brown
stated that she had been waiting to file because she had
been asking the Lord what he wanted her to do. She received the confirmation that she needed to throw her
name back into the mix and she also received the moral
support she needed from her friends and family.
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Chairman of the Sampson County Board of Education
Telfair Simpson filed for re-election on Wednesday.
Also pictured is his wife Rose Mary.
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hardt gives his fans a victory burnout.
A youth movement of sorts is underway
in the balloting process for the NASCAR
Hall of Fame in Charlotte, N.C. A recent
policy change that opens the door to veteran drivers who are still competing or have
been retired fewer than five years has
led to the nominations of Terry Labonte
and Bill Elliott. Labonte ran the Daytona
500 this year, and Elliott’s last Cup race
was in the July 2012 race at Daytona
International Speedway.
They’re joined by nine-time NASCAR
Modified Series champion Mike Stefanik,
a regular competitor last season, veteran
driver and TV commentator Buddy Baker
and longtime team owner and engine
builder Robert Yates. The newest five
nominees will be added to the 20 already
on the list, and five Hall inductees will be
selected on Voting Day, May 21.
Fans can attend the announcement at
the Hall of Fame in Charlotte.
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LOCAL NEWS
Animal Cruelty in Clinton
accumulated life.
But inside the Park Avenue home things are not the
same. In what is being reported as one of Clinton’s
worst cases of animal cruelty, officers with the
Clinton Police Department found a gruesome scene.
Animal Control Officer, Kevin Herring described the
scene inside the home as horrid. Officer Herring
states, “This is the worst case of animal neglect and
cruelty I’ve seen. It was simply horrid in the home”.
The modest home at 406 Park Avenue in Clinton
seems charming enough. A sign near the driveway
reads “Stop Domestic Violence”. The yard is well
kept, and a shed out back shows obvious years of
The resident of the home at 406 Park Avenue is
Ondra Black. Described as a white female in her
60s by officers with the Clinton Police Department,
Black had little explanation for the scene inside her
home. “Her only explanation at the time was that
she just didn’t have time to clean up,” states Herring.
Inside the home investigators found animal feces
throughout. Also inside the residence officers found
10 cats. Herring reports that 9 of the cats were
deceased, and 1 cat was found alive. Sampson
County’s Animal Shelter Director, Alan Canady,
confirmed that cat(s) where removed from the
home and taken to the shelter, but stated that he
couldn’t further discuss the case at this time.
Police Department officials say that a complaint
from City Hall led to the investigation, and that
the investigation is still ongoing. Ondra Black
is believed to have lived alone in the home, and
according to Officer Herring, charges related to
both animal neglect and animal cruelty are most
likely to filed.
SPECIAL MEETING ANNOUNCEMENT
The Roseboro Board of Commissioners held a Special
Meeting at the Roseboro Town Hall Wednesday night
February 26, 2014 at 5:00 PM to discuss a possible Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) application
for much needed water and sewer upgrades. Floyd Adams, P.E. with the Adams Company was present to help
navigate the process. Mr. Adams discussed the need for
the town of Roseboro to fast track the application. “The
Deadline to apply for the pot of $26,000,000 in available
funds for North Carolina is April 1, 2014. The maximum
funds a community can receive is $3,000,000 within
a three year period. These funds are scored on a needs
bases and the higher or more critical the need the greater
the chances are that a community will receive the funds.”
The CDBG money is very competitive according to Mr.
Adams.
Adams explained to the board that the purpose of Wednesday night’s meeting was to gather information in order to
give him a guide. Commissioner Hall stated, “We already
have a needs list!”
Water and Sewer have been an ongoing concern for the
Roseboro Board of Commissioners. Just two weeks ago
the town had to issue a Boil Water Notice when the town
installed new fire hydrants. According to Bob Mitchell
with the Adams Company, the areas where the hydrants were
being installed could have been isolated with special isolation values. These valves can be installed while the system
is up and running and pressurized. The cost of the valves
is around $1,000 each. This could be considered a critical NEED which could be included within the application,
boosting the scoring points on the application.
Water and Sewer personnel for the Town of Roseboro as well
as County of Sampson and City of Clinton personnel presented a needs list to the board during the discussion. Needs included major upgrades to the present sewer treatment facility.
Most of the major problems discussed revolved around the
fact of the age of the facility and the fact that the equipment
was worn out and or wearing out. The system was designed
to handle 450,000 gallons of waste water per day, during the
recent snow it was servicing 900,000 gallons per day. Other
concerns gathered from the discussion included, better metering and accountability of the town’s water supply, making
the water pumping system better able to withstand a power
outage and moving to connect with the town of Salemburg.
There are three pumps supplying water to the system and
there is only one backup generator in case of a power outage.
According to Mr. Adams, one pump running during a power
outage was viewed by those present as not sufficient to run
the system. According to Adams, this would also be viewed
Roseboro Mayor David Alexander and the
Board of Commissioners discuss the CDBG Water
and Sewer Grant project.
in the scoring of the application as a critical issue thus helping the town’s cause in applying for the CDBG monies.
The town of Roseboro is required to conduct two public
hearings before an application can be submitted for a CDBG.
The deadline for applying for the CDGB money is April 1,
2014 which could cause a dilemma for the town of Roseboro.
Look for more information concerning the water and sewer
needs, what issues would be addressed within the completed
application and the time constraints looming for submission.
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Pictured from L to R: Ginny Evans, Evans Catering received the Entrepreneurial Success Award; Wilbert Faircloth, received the Business Person of
the Year Award; Rebecca Rooks received the Garnie Edwards Ambassador
of the Year Award; Wanda Coleman, (pictured-Wanda’s daughter – Elizabeth) The Dance Shoppe & Tutus Too, Small Business Excellence Award;
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Back Row (L to R): Scarlett Short - Miss Spivey’s Corner Outstanding Teen, Ciara
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The 44th Annual Banquet was held Tuesday night in Clinton with four local businesses and business professionals being recognized for their leadership and
contributions to our local community.
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big on EOC and EOG test scores, though they are necessary to measure success to a
degree. I believe we need to get our students ready for life after school. Whether that is
secondary education or going into the work force. We are starting a STEM school which
I hope is the first step in helping our students prosper and give them knowledge to be
successful in certain industries.”
“One of our biggest challenges is hiring great teachers and keeping them,” stated Simpson. “Our teachers are grossly underpaid. Governor McCrory recently said he wanted
to increase new teacher pay. That should happen and is a good idea. But our current
teachers have not had a pay raise in the last 6 years. They are asked to do more each year
but with no increase in salary. They deserve a pay increase. I think North Carolina ranks
47 or so in the country in teacher pay scale. That is an injustice to our professionals who
often spend more time with our children than we do.”
David Kidd also filed for his name to be on the ballot for the seat of Sampson County
Sheriff on Friday morning. Kidd, who ran against Sheriff Thornton in 2010, will be up
against another fellow democrat Freddie Butler in the May 6th Primary. Whoever wins
the democratic primary will move forward in a head-to-head race with Sheriff Jimmy
Thornton in November. Kidd stated, “I should be the Sheriff of this County because #1I am a part of this county and have a vested interest. This is my home, where I grew up
and where my family is. I genuinely care about the people of Sampson County and their
well-being. I have a first-hand working knowledge of the problems we are facing. I want
to be able to do what I can to make sure this county is a safer place to live, work and play,
not only for my family but for all families. I feel that that we all have a calling and mine
is to protect and serve. To be able to protect and serve the citizens of Sampson County as
their next sheriff would be an honor. I am a law enforcer, not a politician. I truly want to
make a difference, and with my over 28 years of experience in the criminal justice field, I
feel that I can make a difference; especially for our children because they are our future.”
The Sampson Weekly will keep you informed of any new filings or additions to the political arena for the upcoming Primary and November General Elections.
David Kidd filed for Sampson County Sheriff in the upcoming election on
Friday. Pictured is David Kidd with family, friends and supporters.
Ms. Mary Brown filed Tuesday for re-election to the Sampson County Board of
Education. Pictured with Ms. Brown is Maggie Williams and Deveria Vann.
Dewain Sinclair officially filed for re-election to the Sampson County Board of
Education on Tuesday. Dewain is pictured with wife Karen and daughter Kaylan.
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Even though the most heated and controversial part of the ordinance, “Section 5-Animal
Fees”, which was actually a tax and required registration on every animal kept as a pet was
removed from the ordinance, there are some items in the ordinance that caused commissioners to take pause and ask questions. Commissioners have also asked that everyone that
has a question or comment concerning the ordinance to be present at the public hearing
that will be held on March 31st.
Another section concerning the micro-chipping of all pets was also taken out of the draft
ordinance due to concerns raised by commissioners over possible public disapproval.
At the Sampson County Board of Commissioners work session on Wednesday, Health
Director Wanda Robinson, Animal Shelter Director Alan Canady, Animal Control Officer
Jessica Kittrel, Major Alan Autry and Animal Control Officers Andrew Worley and Ray
Draughon were present to answer any questions that commissioners might have on the
newly revised Animal Control Ordinance. Also present at the meeting was Sheriff Jimmy
Thornton, who was also available to answer questions, since the Animal Control Department is under the jurisdiction of the Sheriff Department.
Chairman Jefferson Strickland opened the meeting by asking if the Sampson County ordinance would stop at the city limits of each municipality and if each municipality had their
own Animal Control Ordinances in place. According to Officer Kittrel, each town except
Harrells has their own adopted ordinance when it comes to animal control, most of them
much more stringent than what the county is proposing. When Harrells was contacted, the
town clerk Cindy Ezzell stated that they followed the same ordinance that the county has
in effect.
County Attorney Joel Starling stated that any Sampson County ordinance would not supersede a municipality’s ordinance, that it would only apply to the unincorporated areas
of the county. Sheriff Thornton stated, “We cannot enforce anything in the municipalities
except for what they already have in place. What the county puts in place would not override what they have in place. We cannot enforce something that has not been approved by
their town council.”
Commissioner Strickland, “So if a municipality has an ordinance in place that is the ruling
document.”
Also was discussed the problem with animals throughout the county not having tags,
meaning collars with identification and proof that they have had their rabies shots. Officer
Kittrel noted, “It is rare that we come across an animal with any kind of identification, let
alone a chip. It needs to be on a dog at all times. A collar with no means of identification
means nothing.”
Commissioner Albert Kirby asked the panel about tethering of dogs and he raised concerns that he had over the issue, “I have personally seen some of the most inhumane tethering of dogs around the county.” He asked Officer Kittrel if there was anything in the
ordinance that addressed the issue.
Officer Kittrel responded that if tethering was banned then the owners that used the tethering methods would simply allow their animals to run free, essentially running around
with no boundaries on others residents’ property. Animal Shelter Director Alan Canady
stated that he had worked in areas where tethering was banned and it caused animal bites
to increase by 20%-30%, due to animals not being confined.
It was noted that ordinances on tethering had been tightened in the new ordinance. Tethering rules include the following (but not limited to): 1- The tether is not placed directly
around the dog’s neck and is attached to a properly fitting collar or harness of nylon or
leather worn by the dog; 2- The weight of the tether does not exceed more than one tenth of
the dog’s body weight; 3-The tether is arranged to be free of any obstacles which may limit
the moveable length of the tether; 4- The dog is tethered in a manner that permits access to
necessary shelter and water. It goes on to say that an owner will be fined and if in violation
for more than 14 days, that
the animal may be seized
by law enforcement officers
and impounded at the animal shelter until the owner
can comply with the requirements. The ordinance goes
a step further by saying that
any animal confined within a
fenced yard or run must have
adequate space for exercise;
this also applies to animals
kept within an enclosure that
should be sufficiently covered to provide the dog with
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animal kept on or about their premises; “Owner” shall mean anyone taking care of or
having custody of an animal, such as providing food, water, shelter, or medical care, but
shall not include taking care of having custody of the animal for compensation. All three
definition sound the same, meaning that if you care for an animal in any way, you are now
considered the owner.
Commissioner Kirby asked the panel what he needs to tell, for example his mother, that
when a stray animal comes to her house and out of compassion she feeds it, does that
make her the owner now under the proposed ordinance. Many people in the county,
having compassion for a hungry animal, do this out of the goodness of their heart. Officer
Kittrel responded, “When that stray animal takes up, you have to notify Animal Control
within 24 hours. You have two options, to surrender the animal or keep the animal.” Kirby
stated that the public needs to be educated on how the new ordinance works.
Officer Kittrel stated, “Under this ordinance, ownership means that once you begin providing it (the animal) food, it is pretty much yours.”
Commissioner Kirby asked if the new ordinance would cost the county any more money. Animal Control officers stated that they expected the number of calls they receive to
increase drastically.
Animal Shelter Director Alan Canady stated that he expected the population at the animal
shelter to increase and as a result, the euthanasia rate to increase.
Officer Kittrel noted, “This is not a leash law. This section says that if the animal goes off
your property, it can be impounded. If it has identification, we will not impound it.” Officers also noted that there is a state-wide leash law at night already in force.
Commissioner Lockamy stated that he did not agree with a leash law. “With the hunters
and the rural areas, I don’t think we are ready for that yet.” Alan Canady stated that this
ordinance had nothing to do with the hunters if they are in a “lawful hunt”. He remarked
that his dogs go in his neighbor’s yard and vice versa. Officers responded that they are
talking about irresponsible animal owners, not responsible dog owners.
Other discussions included personal ownership of fowl and the fowl having to be inoculated for diseases, especially the fowl located within so many yards of a commercial breeding facility. With so many questions in the air and up for debate, commissioners are urging
the public to make their comments known as the proposed hearing.
New Penalties and Fines
Civil penalty fines under the proposed ordinance are $50.00 for the First Offense, $100.00
for the Second Offense; $200.00 for the Third Offense and $200.00 for each additional
offense.
Also according to the way the ordinance is presented, violations and fines would pertain
to the following violations: Animal bite to a human; Animal attack on another animal;
Unsightly litter, foul or offensive odors; Keeping an animal too close to the property line;
Animal causing property damage; Maintaining animals in an unsanitary environment;
Maintaining animal wastes; Failure to dispose of a dead animal; Failure to obtain/provide
treatment for diseased, injured or sick animals; Injuring, poisoning or trapping animals;
Animal fighting/Animal fighting paraphernalia; Failure to spay/neuter adopted animal;
Failure to confine an animal in season; Failure to confine a dog; Failure to control a nuisance animal/abate a nuisance; Unsafe confinement of an animal in a vehicle; Interference
with an officer; Concealment of an animal; Failure to obtain a rabies vaccination for dogs,
cats, ferrets or other pets; Failure to provide proof of vaccination tag and/or certification;
Keeping a wild or exotic animal; Failure to register a dangerous dog; Failure to obtain a
permit for keeping a dangerous dog; Failure to comply with dangerous dog orders and
regulation; Inhumane treatment/cruelty to animals; Promoting animal cruelty; Abandoning an animal; Animal used for unnatural behavior; Failure to provide food, water and/
or shelter to an animal; Failure to correctly tether an animal; and Intentionally striking an
animal with a motor vehicle.
This is a long list of possible violations that the community needs to be educated on stated
the Board of Commissioners. In closing Commissioner Strickland stated, “Let me make
a statement. We do live in a rural county and some consideration should be given to
this. We don’t need to rush into anything- we want to do what is right.” Commissioner
Lockamy then responded, “We don’t want to curtail law enforcement from doing their job
either.”
Mark it on your calendar, Public Hearing March 31st at 6pm. As soon as The Sampson
Weekly receives the full copy of the amended ordinance, we will post it on our website and
also a link on our Facebook for the public to review.
4-H Bunny Bowl
Another provision of the
ordinance that drew some
controversy from commissioners was the definition of
“Owner”. The ordinance actually defines 3 different definitions stating: “Harboring”
means feeding, sheltering or
caring for an animal; “Keeper”- A person having custody
of an animal or who keeps
or harbors an animal, feeds
or shelters, or who permits
an animal to remain on or
about any premises occupied
or controlled by such person.
A keeper shall be legally re-
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Sampson County 4-H hosted 32 youth from eight counties at this year’s Bunny Bowl.
Youth were quizzed on showmanship, breed id, anatomy, and rabbit judging. The
Bunny Bowl was followed by a rabbit show. Congratulations to Sampson’s Amber
Lackey for having the most combined points for the day, taking home the Junior trophy. Thanks to volunteer Rob Richardson for coordinating this great event. For
more information on your local 4-H Program call the Sampson County Cooperative
Extension Office at 910-592-7161. Pictured is Gage Raynor proudly presenting his
rabbit and ribbon.
LOCAL NEWS
A5
We Should Know...
JW Simmons states that while there
are few positions in North Carolina’s
Forestry Service, those positions are
critical to the state considering the
huge, 24 billion dollar economic
impact and approximately 180,000
jobs. Simmons asks Jones to
discuss the Forestry Service and the
structure within that state entity.
“The way we’re organized,” begins
Jones, “is that the state is broken
up into 3 different regions. We
have Region 1, which is the Coastal
area, Region 2 is the Piedmont, and
Region 3 is up in the mountains.”
Sampson County borders Region 1
and Regions 2, explains Jones. And
there are 13 districts in the state.
Grant Jones with JW Simmons of “We Should Know...”
Each of the 100 counties in North
Carolina has a county office, in which there is a County Ranger
Tuesdays from 2:30 PM until 3:30 PM, J.W. Simmons hosts a and staff.
radio show on 1170 AM called “We Should Know”, and The
Sampson Weekly will feature portions of the transcripts in “Sampson County is in Region 2, District 6,” explains Jones.
our continuing efforts to bring you more coverage of what There are 6 counties in District 6, “There’s Robeson County,
is happening in our community. The guest for this week’s Hoke County, Cumberland County, Sampson, Johnson and
show was Grant Jones, Sampson County Ranger with the Harnett County. Sampson County is the second largest in the
North Carolina Department of Forestry.
state, with Robeson County being the first.” Jones adds that
Sampson County has a staff of 6 people. “Myself, the county
Grant Jones was raised just outside Syracuse, NY, where Ranger, 2 assistant Rangers, 2 Equipment Operators and a
he enjoyed outdoor activities like hunting and camping. temporary position. We are not a large staff for the size of this
But it had never crossed his mind to seek a job such in the county. Sampson County is about the size of Rhode Island.
Forestry Service. He began his college career in upstate NY So if you picture, just 6 individuals in a state, we can’t get
as an Agri-Business major, after his first year he transferred everywhere.”
to the University of South Carolina. It was there, at USC, that
he completed his degree in Business.
Simmons laughs as he asks Jones, “There has always been a
running debate on which county, Robeson or Sampson was
Jones continued in business after college, working as he the largest. Is it that close as it’s measured?” Jones replies, “Well
says in a diversity of jobs. But it was while as an owner of I tell people that it’s (Sampson) the largest, but actually by land
a construction company that Jones began to consider mass, Robeson has us beat by 2,000 acres. But in Sampson
Forestry as an occupation. Jones had decided that he County we have over 2,000 more acres of woods or timberland.
didn’t want to work as a consultant in forestry, so he began So in my opinion, Sampson County is the largest county in the
to pursue the Ranger option. It was a Professor from his state.”
Forestry program which sold him on North Carolina. His
professor had described the North Carolina Forestry Service JW Simmons points out that typically the number of staff is
as both well trained, and well respected.
determined by the density of population, but for the Forestry
Service it is determined by the number of trees. Jones replies,
Becoming a Forestry Ranger for the state of North Carolina “Absolutely. I would like to say that the County Commissioners
became Jones’ passion. In 2003, Jones was hired in Sampson are excellent with us. We do have a fairly small budget
County. And he adds that it is difficult to get a position compared to other agencies in the county. We’ve never really
with North Carolina’s Forestry Service due to the very few had a tremendous problem, but I’ve been informed though
number of jobs available. “I was lucky enough to be hired,” we have to start cutting back.” Jones goes on to explain that
says Jones. “And after two years as an Assistant County his department’s biggest expense is fuel costs. “With our job,
Ranger, I was promoted up to the County Ranger position we’re always driving. If we’re not doing fire control, we’re doing
in 2005.”
forest management.”
SAMPSON COUNTY SCHOOLS
2014 KINDERGARTEN CLINICS
Union Elementary

March 13-14, 2014
Midway Elementary
March 20, 2014
Roseboro Elementary
Hobbton Elementary
Hargrove Elementary
March 27, 2014
March 28, 2014
April 4, 2014
Salemburg Elementary
Plain View Elementary
April 10, 2014
April 11, 2014
Clement Elementary
April 17, 2014
Next, Simmons asks Grant Jones to discuss some of the
issues related to the job that has come as a surprise to
him. Jones starts, “Probably some of the information and
education programs. Obviously, I’ve been told I have a
face for radio,” jokes Jones. “But just getting the word out,
talking to folks: Rotary Club, civic groups, church groups.
Of course there’s always the Smoky the Bear program.”
Jones goes on to add, “I remember doing the Hollerin’
Contest when I first started, and they use to have it in
June. And wearing Smoky the Bear – well Smoky gets
hot. Those are some of the things I hadn’t thought about
when I took the position.”
“I thought about the excitement of the job…fighting
wildfires. After a while though, when your pager goes
off – and we are an emergency response agency, and
when the pager goes off, we have to drop things and
leave.” Jones says that even though we’ve had two snow
events and many days of rain, Sampson County is still in
its active season for wildfires. “It does take a toll on the
family,” says Jones. “My daughter’s birthday is in March,
and that’s right in the middle of the season.” Jones recalls,
“I remember one year, during her birthday, my pager
went off at her birthday party; and I had to leave… I’ve
also had to respond on Christmas and Easter, because
we are an emergency response agency.”
JW Simmons next asks Jones if North Carolina’s Forestry
Service sends personnel to other states during large
emergency events. “Absolutely,” says Jones. “There is
the Southeast Compact, in which there is 13 southern
states from Virginia, down to Florida, and out to Texas. If
any of those states are in need of resources or personnel
we can be dispatched to those states.” Jones adds, “I’ve
been to Texas a couple of times and Oklahoma. Also, if
we have fires in the Mountains, for instance, we can be
dispatched to other counties, and vice versa.”
Grant Jones says that his work as a County Ranger with
the North Carolina Forestry Service is a multifaceted job
with a wide range of duties and responsibilities, but also
a job that he loves.
To view the entire broadcast of We Should Know please
visit their YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/user/
WeShouldKnowEDU.
The next “We Should Know” hosted by J.W. Simmons
will air next Tuesday from 2:30 to 3:30 PM on our local
radio station WCLN 1170 AM. If you would like to reach
“We Should Know” you may call them at 910-592-8947
or email them with show ideas at weshouldknowedu@
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LOCAL NEWS
Lee, Strickland United In Marriage
Helen Victoria Lee of Clinton and William “Will” Sheldon
Strickland of Mount Olive were united in marriage on Saturday, November 23 at half past four o’clock in the evening at Mary’s Chapel Baptist Church, Clinton. Officiating
Ministers were The Rev. Charles Alan Gore and The Rev.
Glenn McCullen.
The bride is the daughter of Charles Felton and Joan Sinclair Lee. The bride is the granddaughter of Grace Jackson
Lee and the late Ira Felton Lee and Grace Casey Sinclair
and the late Norwood Franklin Sinclair. The bride wore
an ivory a-line gown with a sheer neckline accented with
beaded Venice appliqués over Chantilly Lace. The empire
bodice was highlighted with tulle and a beaded motif. The
low back fastened with a corset lace tie. The semi-cathedral length train was finished with a scallop hemline. Helen is employed with Dr. Jeffery Bell as a Dental Assistant.
The groom is the son of The Late George Sheldon Strickland, II and Glenn Elliott and Cindy Brewer Joyner. Grandparents of the groom are Faye Warwick Brewer and the
late William “Billy” Brewer and Garrett Sheldon Strickland
and the late June Chestnutt Strickland. Will is a partner in
Strickland Farms.
Lauren Michelle Strickland served as Maid of Honor and
Lori Weeks Lee served as
Matron of Honor. Garrett Sheldon Strickland served as
the Best Man.
Groomsman was Derek Charles Lee. The ring bearer was
Jackson Charles Lee.
Ushers were Matthew Daniel Keen, Elliott Ross Thornton,
Ben Thomas Warwick and Joseph Franklin West. Registry
Attendants were Jamie Caroline Casey and Gina Michelle
Fann. Program attendants were Blair Cumbo Hairr and Mindi
Thornton Quinn. Vocalist for the ceremony was Richard Clayburn Boney. Pianist was Lisa Edwards Calcutt. Sound was
provided by Bonnie Godwin King. Wedding directors were
Jane Gilmore Brewer and Brooke Sandlin Thornton.
Following the ceremony, a reception was held in the church
fellowship hall hosted by the bride’s parents. Reception
greeters were Reginald Howard and Laura Hill Strickland and
William Keith and Beverly Malpass Brewer.
Following a trip to Wrightsville Beach the newlyweds reside
in Mount Olive.
Prenuptial Events
An Oyster Roast and dance was held on Saturday, October 26
to honor the couple’s engagement. This event was hosted by
Clark, Linda, Celia and Houston Wooten at the Wooten home.
Friends of the bride hosted a “You Define Art” party on Saturday, November 15 in
Smithfield, NC.
On Saturday, November 15 friends of the groom hosted a
bachelor’s weekend
in Pittsburg, Pa.
The groom’s family hosted a rehearsal dinner at The Barrington House in Dunn, NC on Friday, November 22.
Mad Science at Clinton High School
Well, maybe it’s not Mad Science, but lately students at
Clinton high school have been going mad for science.
The Science Department at CHS recently organized a science fair that saw 43 projects compete in 4 divisions at
the school level. Students designed 18 Biology projects,
6 Chemistry projects, 10 Physical Science projects and 9
Earth & Environmental Science projects. And according to
teachers at CHS, the science fair was a huge success.
Cindie Rovnak, Science Teacher at CHS remarked of the
event, “Overall, the CHS science fair process was a huge
success. Our student’s embraced the opportunity to conduct science experiments of their own design. For some
students, this was their first opportunity to conduct independent research. Our student’s finished project boards
were a shining example of the tremendous effort our
budding scientists put into mastering the scientific process.”
Students from CHS had the opportunity to address school
board members at the last meeting, explaining their accomplishments and conveying to the board creative approach to solving problems. Science Department Chairman, Alvin Antonio, explained the goal of the science fair,
“to better understand the process of scientific inquiry and
technological design to investigate questions, conduct
experiments and solve problems.” And he too believes the
students hit the mark with their projects. “Like I said during
the presentation, I always say to my students that it is not
all about the competition, but it is also about the pleasure
of discovery and doing your personal best. And I can say
that it improved their science skills, not only as students,
but as individuals; ‘Making Science More Meaningful’.”
Five of the student’s projects were chosen as winners at
Clinton High School, and were given the chance to take
their projects to the 2014 Southeast Regional Science Fair
held on the campus of UNC Wilmington.
-Lindy Bustabad took first place honors with her biology
project, “Homemade Forensic Science”.
-Bradley Faircloth and Seth Harrington won first place for
their chemistry project, “Turn on the Lights”.
-Robert Little, Lisette Garcia, and Adrielle Coello took first
for their physical science project, “Clean Up on Aisle Three”.
-Olivia Sessoms, Karly Thornton, and Halla Gilpin won first
for their earth & environmental science project, “Juicy Acids”.
-And, Blake Daniel won for her earth & environmental science project, “Getting’ Hot in Here”.
At UNCW, students Bradley Faircloth & Seth Harrington,
who competed in the Senior Chemistry Division won 2nd
Place. And Lindy Bustabad won a special award for Women
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But the Mad Science is not yet over, Alvin Antonio explains,
“Starting this week, we will prepare our students for the
2014 NC Science Olympiad, which will be held on March
15, 2014 at Lenoir Community College. As the CHS Science
Department Chairperson, I want the students to experience their maximum potential in the field of Science in
relation to scientific process.”
Roseboro Swears in
New Commissioner
Mayor Alexander swears in Cary Holland as Roseboro’s newest commissioner, Cary’s mother holds
the Bible.
Kristi Williford (pictured right) with daughter Olivia presented Sampson Regional
Medical Center’s Director of Obstetrics & Pediatrics, Sarah Hesketh (pictured left)
books for the hospital’s pediatric unit. Olivia decided that instead of birthday presents this year, she would ask for each guest to bring a book, either new or used, to be
donated in honor of her Grandmother, Jenny Kozel. Her thoughtful gift will be used
in the hospital’s pediatric, OB & ER departments.
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The Roseboro Town Council officially swore in their newest commissioner to the town’s board
Tuesday night. Cary Holland replaces Mr. James McLean, who resigned from his position as town
commissioner at January’s town council meeting. In a letter addressed to the board, Mr. McLean
announced his intentions to resign from his present position of Town Commissioner and Mayor
Pro-Tem effective December 31, 2013. Mr. McLean has served as commissioner for the past 6 years
and as Mayor Pro-Tem for the past two years. According to Town Clerk Nancy Lindsay, the board
had 5 applications to be considered for Mr. McLean’s replacement.
Mayor Alexander commented earlier that “Holland was a very good prior Commissioner for the
Town Of Roseboro. Since then he has never stopped working, and volunteering his personal time
and fixing problems that he observes in the community. I think he will continue to be a very good
asset to the town.”
The Sampson Weekly contacted Mr. Holland for comments in an earlier interview on his appointment, Holland stated, “It’s my honor and my pleasure to serve the people of Roseboro again as commissioner. The dedication of Commissioner McLean is greatly appreciated, and I look forward to
continuing the hard work.”
Cary Holland served on the Town of Roseboro’s board from December 2009 - December 2011.
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Prenatal Services Offered by Health Dept.
When a woman suspects she is pregnant, she can
come to the Health Department and request a pregnancy test. If the test is positive, the woman is offered
a prenatal appointment in the Prenatal Clinic. Maternal
Health services include: one-on-one prenatal visits
with specialty-trained nurses and practitioners, physical examinations, laboratory services, referrals and
follow-up, WIC services, pregnancy education, prenatal vitamins and case management. We accept private
insurances and Medicaid and services are based on a
sliding-scale fee.
By: Mary Anne Johnson, RN
The Sampson County Health Department Maternal
Health Program offers prenatal services Monday-Friday to the pregnant women of Sampson County. The
Maternal Health Program works in conjunction with
Social Services, Sampson Regional Medical Center,
local physicians, and other resources to strive towards
the goal of reducing infant mortality and assuring
healthy mothers and infants. The Health Department
functions as a Pregnancy Medical Home that allows
our Maternal Health Clinic staff to communicate with
Prenatal Care Program Managers to plan and provide
caring and effective prenatal care.
What a woman does BEFORE pregnancy can affect
the health of any children she may have. All women of women of childbearing age should take a folic
acid supplement, especially if they are planning a
pregnancy. Folic acid decreases the risk of neural
tube defects, such as spina bifida. A healthy diet and
physical activity/exercise are also very important for
a healthy pregnancy. What is done during pregnancy
also makes a difference. It is important to take care of
yourself physically, mentally and emotionally. Equally
important, future fathers should strive to be healthy
and take care of themselves. Smoking, drinking, and
using street drugs can affect pregnancy. The key to a
healthy pregnancy is to plan ahead and receive early
and continuous prenatal care. It is important to take
prenatal vitamins, eat healthy, and drink plenty of
healthy fluids (especially water) during pregnancy. Our
goal is to have both - a healthy mom and a healthy
baby.
Sampson County Health Department also provides
Postpartum/Newborn Home Visits. Health Department
Nursing Staff provide home visits to new mothers and
infants usually within two weeks of delivery. The visit
includes: an assessment of the mother and infant;
referrals for any problems that are identified during
the visit; and assistance with accessing any resources needed that are identified during the visit, such as
obtaining WIC services or applying for Medicaid.
For more information regarding prenatal services, call
the Sampson County Health Department at 910-5921131, extension 4212, 4967, 4962 or 4973. To make
an appointment to begin your prenatal care, call the
Health Department at 910-592-1131, extension 4001,
4960 or 4220. To request a Postpartum/Newborn
Home Visit, call the Health Department at 910-5921131, extension 4973, 4247, 4969 or 4230.
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FAITH
Have I Got A Story To Share With You!
by Debra Joy Wallace
Oh, give thanks to the LORD, for He is good! For His mercy endures
forever.—1 Chronicles 16:34 (NKJV)
We know how much God loves us because we have felt his love and
because we believe him when he tells us that he loves us dearly. God is
love, and anyone who lives in love is living with God and God is living
in him.—1 John 4:16 (TLB)
Jesus said … “The thief comes only in order to steal and kill and
destroy. I came that they may have and enjoy life, and have it in
abundance (to the full, till it overflows).”—John 10:10 (AMP)
Surely He has borne our griefs (sicknesses, weaknesses, and
distresses) and carried our sorrows and pains [of punishment], yet
we [ignorantly] considered Him stricken, smitten, and afflicted by
God [as if with leprosy]. But He was wounded for our transgressions,
He was bruised for our guilt and iniquities; the chastisement [needful
to obtain] peace and well-being for us was upon Him, and with the
stripes [that wounded] Him we are healed and made whole.—Isaiah
53:4-5 (AMP)
But He was pierced for our rebellion, crushed for our sins. He
was beaten so we could be whole. He was whipped so we could be
healed.—Isaiah 53:5 (NLT)
A Bear’ comforting and strength’ Rachel
The stories I share in this column are true and oftentimes personal.
This week’s story is about my granddaughter Rachel Joy and is
currently on-going. Her parents gave me permission to share this
story with you. As a Christian family, we know God wants Rachel Joy
healed and whole. Likewise, God desires for you to be in good health.
Here is this week’s story …
Rachel Joy loves stuffed animals, especially stuffed bears. A couple of
months ago, Rachel Joy and her mother ‘built’ a bear. For the past two
weeks or so, Rachel Joy has been experiencing some seemingly minor
health problems. Her pediatrician prescribed an antibiotic and we all
thought the medicine would take care of Rachel Joy’s health problems.
But it didn’t. Two days ago, Rachel Joy underwent more extensive
lab/bloodwork and diagnostic testing. For the duration of the testing
six-year old Rachel Joy clung to a brown stuffed bear for comfort and
strength. Her family clung and continues to cling to God’s Word for
comfort, strength, and total healing for Rachel Joy. Regardless of what
reports may indicate, we will continue to put our trust and faith in
God.
What about you? Are you having health problems? If so, my family
encourages you to put your trust in the One who can help you … Jesus
Christ. Today, start ‘building’ your faith in Jesus Christ by meditating
on God’s Word. Keep these Scriptures in front of you and cling to them
throughout the day. Remember, God wants you healed and whole.
Cling to God.
My child, pay attention to what I say. Listen carefully to my words.
Don’t lose sight of them.
Let them penetrate deep into your heart, for they bring life to those
who find them, and healing to their whole body.—Proverbs 4:20-22
(NLT)
… who Himself bore our sins in His own body on the tree, that we,
having died to sins, might live for righteousness—by whose stripes
you were healed.—1 Peter 2:24 (NKJV)
Suddenly, a man with leprosy approached Him and knelt before Him.
“Lord,” the man said, “If You are willing, You can heal me and make
me clean.” Jesus reached out and touched him. “I am willing,” He said.
“Be healed!” And instantly the leprosy disappeared.—Matthew 8:2-3
(NLT)
“Lord, help!” they cried in their trouble, and He saved them from their
distress. He sent out His word and healed them, snatching them from
the door of death.—Psalm 107:19-20 (NLT)
For He will rescue you from every trap and protect you from deadly
disease.—Psalm 91:3 (NLT)
“…I am the Lord who heals you.”— Exodus 15:26 (NKJV)
“I will give you back your health and heal your wounds,” says the
Lord.— Jeremiah 30:17 (NLT)
Bless the Lord, O my soul, and forget not all His benefits: Who
forgives all your iniquities, Who heals all your diseases.— Psalm
103:2–3 (NKJV)
And Jesus went about all Galilee, teaching in their synagogues,
preaching the gospel of the kingdom, and healing all kinds of sickness
and all kinds of disease among the people.— Matthew 4:23 (NKJV)
News about Him spread as far as Syria, and people soon began
bringing to Him all who were sick. And whatever their sickness or
disease, or if they were demon-possessed or epileptic or paralyzed—
He healed them all.—Matthew 4:24 (NLT)
When evening had come, they brought to Him many who were
demon-possessed. And He cast out the spirits with a word, and healed
all who were sick, that it might be fulfilled which was spoken by Isaiah
the prophet, saying: “He Himself took our infirmities and bore [our]
sicknesses.”—Matthew 8:16–17 (NKJV)
…Then Jesus turned to the paralyzed man and said, “Stand up, pick up
your mat, and go home!” And the man jumped up and went home!—
Matthew 9:6–7 (NLT)
Then great multitudes came to Him, having with them [the] lame,
blind, mute, maimed, and many others; and they laid them down at
Jesus’ feet, and He healed them.
—Matthew 15:30
Jesus had compassion on them and touched their eyes. Immediately
they received their sight and followed Him.—Matthew 20:34 (NIV)
And He entered the synagogue again, and a man was there who had a
withered hand. So they watched Him closely, whether He would heal
him on the Sabbath, so that they might accuse Him. And He said to
the man who had the withered hand, “Step forward.” Then He said to
them, “Is it lawful on the Sabbath to do good or to do evil, to save life
or to kill?” But they kept silent. And when He had looked around at
them with anger, being grieved by the hardness of their hearts, He said
to the man, “Stretch out your hand.” And he stretched [it] out, and his
hand was restored as whole as the other.—Mark 3:1–5 (NKJV)
When the sun was setting, all those who had any that were sick with
various diseases brought them to Him; and He laid His hands on
every one of them and healed them.— Luke 4:40
And the whole multitude sought to touch Him, for power went out
from Him and healed [them] all.— Luke 6:19 (NKJV)
And a woman was there who had been crippled by a spirit for eighteen
years. She was bent over and could not straighten up at all. When
Jesus saw her, He called her forward and said to her, “Woman, you
are set free from your infirmity.” Then He put His hands on her, and
immediately she straightened up and praised God. — Luke 13:11–13
(NIV)
“…how God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Spirit and with
power, who went about doing good
and healing all who were oppressed
by the devil, for God was with
Him.”— Acts 10:38 (NKJV)
Debra Joy’s speaking: March 8th,
Saturday
8:30
AM-12:30PM,
Women’s Revival at St. Mary’s FWB
Church in Kenly, NC. March 11th,
Tuesday 7:00AM, Men’s Prayer
Breakfast at Wilber’s Barbecue
Restaurant; 4127 US 70, Goldsboro,
NC. Read Debra Joy’s blog and see
her video series “I’m Taking Back
Control of My Appetite” at www.
debrajoywallace.com
Debra Wallace
Guest Columnist
MEET MITCHELL HENDERSON - ARTIST
Mitchell Henderson is a soft spoken man with energy for life, and a talent
for drawing that can only be God-given and described as incredible. Mitchell is not a
prideful person and he doesn’t describe his work as incredible. I, on the other hand,
along with others who have viewed his works of art are quick to use the word incredible
to describe it; trust me, it fits.
Mitchell was born and raised in Pender County, Currie to be exact. His parents
are Gerald and Becky Henderson. He graduated from Pender High School and then
from N.C. State University.
After graduating from State he moved to Wilmington. A little later Carie,
whom he had been friends with since 6th grade and then became best friends in college,
also moved to Wilmington. Very soon they became engaged and married.
They, along with their three children ages 3 to 7 have relocated back to Pender
County. They attend Port City Community Church in Wilmington. Mitchell works for
Well Care Home Health as a liaison in market sales. His job frequently brings him to
Sampson County. He is also a self-taught artist. He likes to hunt deer and ducks, fish,
and garden. He loves being a dad. “I know my kids will grow up quickly and I want to
spend as much time with my kids as possible,” he says.
My first introduction to Mitchell’s work was last Christmas. Our daughter gave
my husband and me a large wrapped gift. Upon tearing the paper away - there my husband and I were staring back at us. A picture hand-drawn that looked so real it looked
as if we could speak from the paper. My mouth dropped open, I could scarcely believe
that anyone could draw someone so lifelike. It was amazing!
“Who drew this?” I asked. “Mitchell Henderson,” she answered. “He’s a pencil
artist. He’s very talented.” Talented beyond belief! I knew right away I wanted to meet
this talented man and talk with him. And I did. Mitchell and Carie are two of the kindest people I have ever met. I really enjoyed visiting and talking with them.
Looking at the pictures and portraits of both people and animals that Mitchell has drawn makes clear he is an artist of extraordinary talent. I asked him about his
earliest memories of drawing.
“My earliest memory of drawing is sitting on my dad’s lap. He would draw
tractors, and then I would try to draw them behind him. I got into drawing at age 11.
We went to church in Burgaw. There I met a man from Kinston. He was an unbelievable
artist. He got me into drawing. I drew throughout my teenage years,” he said.
I asked Mitchell when did he realize that he had a talent for pencil art? “After
drawing all the way through high school, I didn’t draw any at all in college. One day I
was sitting in my dorm room and I was bored. I was not a party going person, so I had
free time. I pulled up a picture of Abraham Lincoln on the computer and I drew him.
I was just goofing off and I was surprised when I finished it, so I drew more pictures. I
drew a picture of Owings Austin, a man at our church. Owings was a mentor to me. I
did that picture to honor him because of his impact on so many people. His walk with
God has influenced so many. The picture was well received. That was when I began to
truly gain confidence in my work,” he smiled.
Carie was quick to point out, “I’ve always known he had an exceptional talent.
I’ve always encouraged him. I knew all along he was a great artist. I encouraged him
to draw professionally. He couldn’t see how good he was. But I could and so could
others.”
Mitchell added, “I’m always striving to do better. I still struggle with confidence. I always want to do better.”
In 2001 Mitchell got his first commission. It was to draw a retirement portrait
for James Stoneman as he was retiring from Grady-White Boat Co. That was his first
professional job.
“My drawings make people feel good, like a picture of a pet they had for say 15
years and it died. My picture of their beloved pet helps with their grief. And that gives
me motivation,” he says.
Mitchell’s favorite things to draw are pets. “I look at what I do as a ministry. I
help people. It puts fuel in my veins to help people with their grief. It’s multiple layers,
I help people, support my family, and I get to meet a lot of nice people, all at the same
time. People are harder to draw than animals. If a nostril is a 16th of an inch off, it will
throw the whole picture off.”
“For the first time I have a good job, and income from my art. I feel like I’m
finally in my groove and I’m where God wants me to be. I feel I help people who have
lost pets they love; it’s therapeutic for them and it makes me feel good. I feel God gave
me this talent for a reason.”
“Being a father is very important. I’m living my dream, beautiful wife, three
wonderful children, living on a farm. I’m able to hunt and fish and to garden. I feel
very blessed.”
Our job as Christians is to point the way to Him. When people say they like
my work, it gives me the opportunity to say, ‘God gave me this talent’”
Mitchell Henderson shows his love for art in his pencil sketches mostly
that deal with wildlife and people.
Mitchell and Carie don’t just speak of God’s love,
they share it. For the last six years they have brought a child
named Vladik from Belarus to live with them for six weeks
every summer. He, along with other children from his
country, come to America for a six-week break from their
environment which is contaminated from the fall-out from the
Chernobyl nuclear plant accident which happened in 1986. It
still contaminates the environment. Bringing these children
to America to help them is a Christian Outreach Program. For
more information visit their website at www.abro.org.
And if you would like information on Mitchell’s beautiful pencil drawings you can contact him at 910-604-2358 or
visit his Face Book page at: http://m.facebook.com/Mitchell
Henderson Pencil Art. You will be amazed at his talent!
By Carolyn
Horrell Mintz
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SCT
CLUB”. Thanks so much to
Owen’s Home Furnishings
for proudly sponsoring and
supply the furniture for our
“set”.
“THE
DIXIE
SWIM
CLUB” opened to an appreciative crowd last weekend. It has been an adventure for this cast during
rehearsals. They have endured snow storms, rain
storms, even TORNADO
warnings! Director Kathy
Day jokingly said the next
thing she was looking for
was either a swarm of locust or perhaps frogs falling
from the sky. Even though
the cast and crew went
through all this, they had
a flawless opening weekend. Those who attended
were treated to a comedy
with true life situations.
This show has a little bit of
it all; you will laugh, you
will cry. The one thing you
won’t do is regret coming
out on this final weekend
to see “THE DIXIE SWIM
Auditions were held on Saturday February 22 for the
next show of our season, the
Neil Simon comedy “BAREFOOT IN THE PARK” directed by the “Silver Fox of
SCT” Tom Wilbur. I have
been fortunate enough to
have been in several of Tom’s
shows. The man knows his
theatre especially comedy.
You gonna love this show!
I have not got word on the
cast yet, but as soon as I
know, you will.
Make sure to visit our new
website www.sampsoncommunitytheatre.org or check
us out on Facebook www.
facebook.com/sampsoncommunitytheatre.
THE 2014 SCT SCHEDULE:
*“DIXIE SWIM CLUB”:
Directed by Ms. Kathy Day.
Performances ongoing.
*“BAREFOOT IN THE
PARK”: Directed by Tom
Wilbur. Auditions February
22. Performances in April.
*“GREASE”: Performances
in June.
*“LITTLE MERMAID, JR”:
Directed by Angela Martin.
Performances in August.
*“LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS”: Directed by Angela Martin. Performances in
October.
*“JOSEPH
AND
THE
AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT”: Directed by Dan Holland. Performances in December.
That’s What’s Happening at
SCT this week.
Here are this week’s Lil’ Bits
of Info:
*The continent of Africa is
three times as large as the
United States.
*Giraffes can go longer without water than camels.
*The tallest man on record
was Ralph Wadlow, 8 feet
11 inches tall. When he died
at the age of 22, he was still
growing.
*German shepherds bite
more people than any other
breed of dog.
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Blessed
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Rev. Thomas Farrow Jr. – Standing on the Shoulders of So Many Before
Reverend Thomas Farrow Jr. was called as pastor of First
Baptist Church of Clinton in February of 2000. Since
then he has become many things to many people. More
specifically, he is a shepherd to his church family, a husband
to his wife Kembrie, a father to his 5 month old daughter
Kadence, a leader in his community, and lover of academia.
Pastor Farrow serves God faithfully as evidenced by his
unique and energetic preaching and teaching style. During
his tenure at First Baptist Church the membership has
grown exponentially, new ministries have been launched,
and existing ministries have been enriched.
Prior to coming to Clinton, Pastor Farrow was an associate
minister at New Bethel Baptist Church in Durham where he
studied under Rev. Glenn R Davis. His time in Durham can
be traced to his college years where he received a Bachelor
of Science in Business Administration and a Master of Arts
degree in Mental Health Counseling at North Carolina
Central University. He is currently working on his Masters
of Divinity degree at Campbell University. His scholastic
achievements are numerous.
Since coming to Clinton, Pastor Farrow has used his talents
for the betterment of the community. He currently serves on
the Board of Directors for United Way of Sampson County.
He is also active with the NAACP, the Crisis Center Board,
and the Emergency Food & Shelter Board. Above all, Pastor
Farrow describes himself as, “a lover of God”.
Rev. Thomas Farrow Jr.
It would be nearly impossible to honor the history of African
Americans without honoring the historically black church.
For it is within those walls, at those altars, and in the pews
of these churches where so many tears were cried, so many
fears acknowledged, so many conversations had, so many
obstacles overcome…and so many victories won.
Throughout the United States our landscape is dotted with
these churches; and from these churches sprang many of the
movements that propelled civil rights to the consciousness
of the American landscape. Normal people… ordained to do
extraordinary things.
The tradition of the black church pre-dates 1800. Established
in northern towns and cities by free blacks, these churches
and their congregations would serve as far more than a house
of worship. After slavery was abolished, freed blacks in the
south continued to establish separate congregations and
church facilities, creating communities and worshiping in
culturally distinct ways. In addition, segregationist attitudes
in both the North and the South discouraged and, especially
in the South, prevented African Americans from worshiping
in the same churches as whites.
The tradition of African Americans worshiping together
continued to develop during the late 19th century and that
strong tradition continues to this day. African-American
churches have long been the centers of communities,
serving as school sites in the early years after the Civil War,
taking up social welfare functions, such as providing for the
indigent, and going on to establish schools, orphanages and
prison ministries. As a result, black churches have fostered
strong community organizations and provided spiritual
and political leadership, especially during the civil rights
movement.
That tradition would be strong in Clinton, NC as well. On
February 23, 1870, Samual Sampson and his wife, Maria sold
a plot of land on what was then Warsaw Road. Now known
as College Street, that plot of land would become home to
Clinton First Baptist Church. Hardy Bunting, Cato Brunson,
Balam Best, Warren Holmes, Daniel Moore, Agrippa Bizzell,
Ronnie Bennett, and Unus Hubbard became the first deacons
of the church and their wives, Sarah Bunting, Jane Brunson,
Elizabeth Holmes, Eliza Moore, Edith Bizzell, Rosa Bennett,
and Alice Hubbard were the first Mothers of the church.
In 1880, the first church building was complete, and Rev.
Miller and the Rev. Lamb were the first ministers called to
lead those early worshipers as they ventured into a religious
experience impelled by memories of slavery and dependence
upon their brethren.
144 years later Clinton First Baptist Church, Inc. still serves
its community much as it did in those first early years. While
the struggles may have changed over the years, the response
to those struggles has not. As with all Christians of faith, it is
God first, and faith in His divine intervention that overcomes
all obstacles. Today the congregation of Clinton First Baptist,
Inc. is pastored by the Reverend Thomas Farrow Jr.
Reverend Farrow was kind enough to share his thoughts
with The Sampson Weekly, and our conversation covered
many of the issues facing African Americans – yesterday,
today and tomorrow.
YESTERDAY
During our conversation Rev. Farrow was clearly adamant
about the rich history and tradition of African Americans
and the church. “It has been said,” stated Farrow, “if you
suffer without succeeding, it’s so someone can be successful
after you. And if you have success without suffering, it’s
because someone else suffered before you.”
Farrow went on to add, “I believe, as a young educated
person of color - living in a community such as this and
having the opportunity I’ve been afforded in pastoring this
church – It’s because of a lot of people before me. A lot of
unsung heroes have paid a tremendous price and made it
possible.”
“I don’t feel like I’m here alone,” said Farrow, “I feel like I’m
standing on the shoulders of a lot of people. Family tradition
and rich history, even the church I serve, a history of great
ambassadors for the community and great community
leaders.”
Speaking on the collective history of the black church, as
it relates to civil rights and the advancement of African
Americans, Rev. Farrow stated, “I think the church has
always been instrumental in our community. The movement
was birthed, in large part, in the church; particularly for the
advancement of people of color in this country.” Farrow
adds, “As we became literate, more educated, we started
reading the Bible. We read so much of it, and we read that
Jesus loved everyone, and that He came for everyone…As
we read, we started seeing for ourselves how incongruent
what we read and believed was from our actual experience.”
“You know,” states Farrow, “the Bible has been used to do a
tremendous amount of damage. But as we began to read for
ourselves and learn, from there a passion was birthed. We
began to understand that this Jesus you’ve been telling us
about is not the Jesus that we meet in scripture.”
It was from this early discovery that the black church grew.
As African Americans came to understand scripture, they
too came to understand that all men are created in the image
of God, and that Christ came to save all men. A passion
would grow from this knowledge, and from that passion
would spring the Church.
TODAY
“Where are we now,” asks Farrow, “I think we’re still not
where we need to be.” Farrow explains, “We’re not where we
need to be because we’ve seen, and are still dealing with, a
destruction of the black family. I hate to sound cliché-ish,
but there are still a lot of babies having babies.” Rev. Farrow
goes on to say, “Look at the black population. In the United
States, it’s something like 12%, but our incarceration is more
like 50%. That’s a problem… And it just says to me that
there’s still some disparity.”
Farrow added that he wasn’t sure himself what the answer
is. “We tell people, pull your pants up, and quit using slang.
Speak the King’s English, and all this stuff. And you know, it
makes sense; but our President – a person of color – does all
that, yet he remains the target of much hate.”
“It just lets me know that maybe we’re not exactly where we
need to be,” says Farrow. “I also don’t believe we’re where we
need to be because, as Christians, God has called us to live
in community. Martin Luther King talks about something
called an inescapable mutuality…we’re connected to one
another. And if my brothers and sisters are not doing well,
then I’m not doing well.” Farrow says that one only needs to
look here in Sampson County to see we’re not fully where
we need to be as a society. “Look at minorities in general.
Look at income, at opportunities, at education.”
“But coming from a different generation,” adds Farrow, “I
don’t think I need to march. I think I need to go encourage
some young people. Encourage them to take education
seriously, encourage them to work very hard, encourage
young people to do all they can to avoid suspension and
avoid going down roads that will lead to no good.”
Rev. Farrow is quick to remind that while the civil rights
movement may have flowed from the church, that is in no
way the sum total of the church. “There is still a place for
that in the church, but the churches’ first goal has to always
be to spread the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Beyond that, the
church is still a voice for marginalized people. That person
may be black, that person may be Hispanic, that person
may be poor and white… Hear O Israel, what does the Lord
our God require of us, that we do justice, love mercy… and
do these kinds of things… So the church has to be a voice
and an advocate for marginalized people, no matter what
form they come in.”
When specifically asked about education, and the
educational system, Rev. Farrow began, “Well the school
system needs help. We need to be funding education and
not taking money away from it. The state of North Carolina
is so far behind, and we need to be funding education.” On
a local level, Farrow adds, “The city and the county school
systems need to continue to make a concerted effort to
get more minority educators and administrators. You
have to be mindful; when you lose a black principal or
administrator you lose more than just an employee.”
Farrow explains that often minority educators and
administrators bring more to the table than can actually be
quantified. “How many fights don’t happen because a black
teacher or administrator steps in who is not intimidated,
because they know the culture? They say, you get it
together. I’m not only going to call your mother, I’m going
to see your mother at church!” Farrow adds, “Because
the community is still kind of segregated, it’s just helpful
to have, where you can, some very competent minority
educators and administrators.” Black educators serve as far
more than just teachers, they remain even today as they
were in the 1950’s and 60’s, a role model.
TOMORROW
Looking to the future, in terms of racial equality, it can only
be said that we still have work to do. Unfortunately, we as
an integrated society have yet to fully live up to Dr. Martin
Luther King’s dream that one day his children would be
judged not by the color of their skin, but by the content
of their character. But as Reverend Thomas Farrow points
out, Dr. King also said, “I’ve been to the mountaintop. And
I’ve looked over and I’ve seen the Promised Land.”
“We have seen so much progress, seen so many
accomplishments,” explains Farrow. “I think King was
alluding to that progress and those accomplishments…
My goodness, the idea that we do have a person of color
as President of the United States, we wouldn’t have seen
that in King’s day – we wouldn’t have seen that just 20 years
ago.”
Equality can’t be measured in quantitative terms, but Rev
Farrow says, “As time continues to march on, it is getting
better. Someone once said, ‘There’s nothing more powerful
than an idea whose time has come’, and for that reason you
just keep pushing on.”
Just last week, members of the First Baptist Church
of Clinton, Inc. celebrated 144 years. Generation after
generation the church has stood as a beacon for hope, a
framework of faith, a house of God. And through the years,
each generation has pushed forward, propelling successive
generations to a better life. The work of each generation
building on the last, as Rev. Farrow so well stated, “Standing
on the shoulders of so many before.”
In our ongoing commitment to reflect the diversity of the community we serve,
Van Go is pleased to honor local heroes of the African American community for their
dedication and commitment to enrich the lives of everyone in Sampson County.
Charles Boykin
General Manager
Charles West
Driver
Thomas Cousar William Pittman
Driver
Driver
Beverly Vann
Office Manager
Gloria Walker
Driver
Lakeshia Simmons
Scheduler
Katherine Crumpler
Driver
Marcus Fryer
Driver
Beatrice Carroll
Driver
637 NW Blvd Suite C
Clinton, NC 28328
910-590-2225
Connie Howard
Driver
Joy Reeves
Driver
Saied Medima
Driver
Sharon Dawson Harriet Newkirk Putrena Corbett
Driver
Driver
Driver
George Sinclair
Driver
Butler Avenue School
Mrs.Sabrina
Thomas Pridgen
is Butler Avenue’s
employee of the
month for February. Mrs. Pridgen
is a custodian at
Butler Avenue.
Congrats Mrs.
Pridgen for a job
well done!
EDUCATION
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Artist Grace Ho Visits
Butler Ave School
Spirit of the Lions
Local artist Dr. Grace Ho recently visited Mrs. Turlington’s 2nd grade enrichment class and did an activity relating friendships and relationships
with literature and art. Students enjoyed creating portraits of one another
using a variety of media.
BUS CITIZENS OF THE MONTH
FOR HOBBTON ELEMENTARY
Winter weather and a delayed spirit week certainly didn’t dampen the spirits of the
Mintz Christian Academy lions. Students enjoyed Mintz Monday, Twin Tuesday, Wacky
Wednesday, Throwback Thursday, and Fun Friday. Whether it was dressing in school
colors or dressing to match a new found twin, students met the creative challenge with fun
and originality. Of course, to say that students could define “wacky” would be an understatement as all participants definitely qualified for the tacky award. Throwback Thursday
really took some of the student body on a journey through time. With Grecians in togas,
aerobics instructors of the eighties, and pretty much everything in between, there is no
way any time capsule could contain the expanse of travel through time. It would definitely
be difficult to say whether more miles were covered on Thursday or Friday when students
dressed as their favorite book or movie character. Oh the miles that were covered through
time and books!
Butler Avenue Students
Learn About Government
Front Row (L to R) Jose Escalera, Landon Gronau, Sherly
Hernandez, Back Row (L to R) Evan Lopez, Megan Buck, Nicolle Retiguin,
Not Pictured: Madison Knowles
Sampson Middle School
Third grade students at Butler Avenue have recently been learning about the
Constitutional Convention, Bill of Rights, and three branches of government in Ms.
Michelle Gainey and assistant Mrs. Erin Travers’ enrichment resource . Students
pictured are from Mrs. Gunnells’ third grade class illustrating the 1st amendment.
Students then created a PowerPoint presentation with information learned.
Raegan Thornton,
1st place, Poetry
Katherine Downing, 2nd place,
Cross- Stitch
Sampson Middle School winners from the National Junior Beta State Convention held
in at the Koury Convention Center, Sheraton Four Seasons Greensboro on Feb 2-4.
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Race: Blue Jeans Go Green 200
When: Saturday, 3:45 p.m.(ET)
TV: ABC
2013 Winner: Kyle Busch
Race: Kroger 250
Where: Martinsville Speedway
When: March 29, 2:30 p.m. (ET)
TV: Fox Sports 1
2013 Winner: Johnny Sauter
‘The world is right, right now’ thanks
to Junior’s victory in the Daytona 500
Harold Hinson for Chevy Racing
driving down in front of the fans there. I
was having the time of my life inside that
car going down the front straightaway.
“When I got to Victory Lane, I couldn’t
wait to hug everybody, just enjoy it.”
Earnhardt said he draws energy from
making other people happy, like those
fans who lined the frontstretch fence at
Daytona to congratulate him.
“All those moments where you see joy in
someone else’s face during this evening
— seeing all that in all those fans, you
feed off of that so much,” he said. “You’ll
never forget that, just looking up into
the grandstands, seeing all those people
cheering, so happy.
“Especially when you get the flag, you
get right up on ’em. Like they’re coming
through the fence. It’s just incredible, the
energy from that side of the race track.”
Earnhardt also said he enjoyed seeing
his late father’s car number back on the
track.
Dale Earnhardt Jr. stands in Victory
“It felt so comfortable all week for that
Lane after the rain-delayed 2014
number to be back,” he said. “I’m happy
Daytona 500.
with that situation. I’m happy for Austin.
He’s got a great head on
his shoulders. He appreciates the history of the
number. He appreciates not
only what it meant as an
Earnhardt fan, but what it
meant for his family.
“It means something
entirely unique to him,
separate of my father. I
appreciate that and I’m
happy for him and Richard
[Childress]. They’re really
enjoying that experience
together. That’s got to
be something special —
grandfather and grandson
— to be able to do that
together.
“I’m very comfortable. I
had not thought about it
Earnhardt gives his fans a victory burnout.
once all week ’cause it just
seems right.”
a lot of advice lately. I can’t thank him
Earnhardt also drew praise from
enough. He’s been awesome to me.
Dillon, the rookie who took over the No.
“It made this whole transition a lot
3 that Earnhardt’s late father used dureasier. If we didn’t have him on board, it
ing his days driving Richard Childress’
would have definitely been tough to do
Chevrolets.
this.
“It’s very awesome,” Dillon said of the
“I want to thank him and congratulate
way the 500 played out, with him winhim. That was an awesome race. He led
ning the pole and Earnhardt the race.
a ton of laps. For me, he’s been a little bit
“Junior has been so supportive of me
of a bigger brother right now. It’s been
bringing back the 3. I’ve gone to him for
pretty cool.”
Hamlin forced to spot
himself in Daytona 500
Denny Hamlin entered the Daytona 500
having won the Sprint Unlimited and his
Gatorade Duel qualifying race, and was
one of the pre-race favorites to win the
Great American Race.
He wound up finishing second to Dale
Earnhardt Jr., which was something of
a surprise, given the fact that — as he
revealed in his post-race interview — he
ran most of the race without radio communication with his team and spotter. He
said he wasn’t about to stop and lose time
and position by having the radio replaced.
“I didn’t perform as good as I could have
’cause I was trying to spot myself at the
end of the race,” he said. “It’s hard to win
a superspeedway race when you don’t
know when runs are coming, when you
have to time your passes and everything,
especially when you’re trying to guard
against causing a wreck, knowing you got
radio silence.
“It was tough and disappointing because
I definitely could have used my spotter
there at the end for the green-whitecheckered to possibly time a run on the 88
[Earnhardt].
“I’m at least happy we finished the race
and didn’t get in big trouble.”
Five more nominees for
NASCAR Hall of Fame
Alan Marler for Chevy Racing
With NASCAR’s most popular driver,
Dale Earnhardt Jr., winning the sport’s
biggest race, the Daytona 500, and the
iconic No. 3 made famous by his late
father winning the pole for the 500 in its
return to the Sprint Cup Series, there
was a general sentiment among many
that the pieces were back in place once
again in the NASCAR world.
“The world is right, right now,” said
Jeff Gordon, Earnhardt’s Hendrick
Motorsports teammate, who finished
fourth in the 500. “Dale Jr. just won the
Daytona 500 to kick off 2014. That is a
sign that the NASCAR season is going to
be a good one.”
Earnhardt’s former Nationwide Series
driver, Brad Keselowski, who finished
third in Roger Penske’s No. 2 Ford, was
among those finding positives for the
sport in Earnhardt’s victory as well as
the return of the No. 3, which rookie
Austin Dillon drove to a ninth-place finish.
“There is no shortage of story lines this
year; it is just a matter of which one suits
your fancy,” Keselowski said. “Dale is a
very popular driver. Is he more popular
than a number? I would like to think so.
“Both are important stories and both
would be very rewarding for the sport.
I think the great thing about Dale winning [Daytona] is that I followed him
and passed him and did all those other
things. There is no drama or feeling that
anyone can legitimately say there was
some voodoo magic reason why he won.
“He earned this in every sense of the
form. I think — to me — that probably
stands out the most.”
Earnhardt — who entered the 500 with
just one Cup victory in the past five seasons, and 10 years past his other Daytona
500 triumph — was nearly flawless in a
race that ran into the night because of a
rain delay of more than six hours.
And his actions afterward drew as much
praise from the NASCAR Nation as his
work behind the wheel. He took a slow
drive down the frontstretch with the left
side of the car closest to the grandstands
to salute his fans. Then in Victory Lane,
he hugged all of his crew members before
doing his winner’s interviews.
“I’m surrounded by so many great
people,” Earnhardt said. “We’ve got a
great team. So many people are able to
enjoy this. I’m reminded to let it sink in
— reminded to enjoy it. I really enjoyed
NOTEBOOK
A youth movement of sorts is underway
in the balloting process for the NASCAR
Hall of Fame in Charlotte, N.C. A recent
policy change that opens the door to veteran drivers who are still competing or have
been retired fewer than five years has
led to the nominations of Terry Labonte
and Bill Elliott. Labonte ran the Daytona
500 this year, and Elliott’s last Cup race
was in the July 2012 race at Daytona
International Speedway.
They’re joined by nine-time NASCAR
Modified Series champion Mike Stefanik,
a regular competitor last season, veteran
driver and TV commentator Buddy Baker
and longtime team owner and engine
builder Robert Yates. The newest five
nominees will be added to the 20 already
on the list, and five Hall inductees will be
selected on Voting Day, May 21.
Fans can attend the announcement at
the Hall of Fame in Charlotte.
Truck victory gives Kyle Busch wins in four series at Daytona
“I have a Truck team for a reason,” he
said. “If I didn’t drive it in some races, it
wouldn’t be in existence.
“Everything in life happens for a reason.
Sometimes people aren’t happy with the
way life treats them. That’s their problem.
I’m pretty blessed and happy to be where
I am. I appreciate the things I’ve got going
for me.”
Kelley Earnhardt Miller, who helps run
the JR Motorsports Nationwide Series
team co-owned by her brother Dale
Earnhardt Jr., said she deals with the same Kyle Busch celebrates in Victory Lane
after his Camping World Truck Series
issues as Busch.
“Obviously, Dale runs a few races for us,” win at Daytona.
Miller said. “We leverage those relationships
so that we can have multi-race partnerships for our other cars. This year we’re going to
be doing that with Kevin Harvick as well. He’s brought a lot of partners on board.
“It’s important to be able to have the Cup guys in our series. I think the young guys
that are in the series like to be able to race against talent like Dale and Kevin and
those guys.”
Tom Pennington/Getty Images for NASCAR
Kyle Busch’s last-lap pass for the win in Friday’s NextEra Energy Resources 250
Camping World Truck Series race at Daytona International Speedway — one that saw
him surge ahead of Timothy Peters at the finish line by a race-record .016 seconds —
made him the first driver to win at Daytona in four different racing series.
He won for the first time in 2004, in an ARCA race in which he passed veteran Frank
Kimmel with 20 laps to go to get the victory. He won at Daytona in the Nationwide
Series in July 2007, and in Sprint Cup in July of the following season.
His win on Friday was also the eighth straight at Daytona for Toyota.
In his winner’s interview, Busch talked about the controversial subject of full-time
Cup drivers dropping back to support lower series and dominating the races, something NASCAR officials have indicated that they may limit beginning next year.
It’s also an issue that leads to occasional boos from the grandstands.
“It’s me in the Truck Series,” Busch explained. “People don’t like it. I’m stealing candy
from a baby.”
But he said he won’t voluntarily stop his moonlighting ventures that have led to him
winning 127 major NASCAR points-paying races — 28 in Cup, 63 in Nationwide and
36 in the Truck Series.
“Till the rules are changed or everybody else grows up and can beat me, then we’re
racing,” he said, adding that his reasons for competing in lower divisions are as much
business-driven as anything. If he’s not racing himself occasionally, sponsors are reluctant to support lower-tier teams.
Regan Smith makes all the right moves to capture victory in NUMERICALLY
Nationwide race at Daytona
SPEAKING
20
Career Sprint Cup
victories for Dale
Earnhardt Jr. after his win in
the 2014 Daytona 500.
Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images for NASCAR
If ever a driver needed a Daytona victory to get his season off to
a good start, it was Regan Smith, who drives for JR Motorsports in
the Nationwide Series.
Last year, in the DRIVE4COPD 300 at Daytona International
Speedway, he was speeding to the finish line, trying to win, when he
threw a block — a typical tactic — that wound up causing a crash
that sent Kyle Larson’s car into the catchfence, injuring several fans.
Then he fell out of championship contention in the latter part of
the 2013 season. And this year, he’s seen young Chase Elliott come
to JR Motorsports and dominate the preseason press sessions.
But on Saturday, Smith made all the right moves and beat Brad
Keselowski to the line to win the 300.
“It still doesn’t feel real,” Smith said in his winner’s interview. “It’s
a very special moment. Last year was a tough pill to swallow. There
were a lot of circumstances around it. Nobody felt worse than me
on Sunday morning and Saturday night. We were fortunate that all
turned out well with all the fans and everything.”
Team co-owner Dale Earnhardt Jr. said Smith wasn’t the only one
shaken by last year’s crash.
“I think it hurt him deeply that the fans were involved in the accident,” Earnhardt said. “I think that he personally and privately bore
some responsibility for his involvement in the crash, just being in
the crash. To have someone in the grandstands get hurt had to affect
him tremendously.
“That was definitely, probably one of the toughest things he went
through, personally, as a driver. He’s a good guy with a good heart.
I think he has good talent. Hopefully, he’s going to be able to have a
successful season and enjoy some success this year.
“But I think that really shook everybody. I think it shook the whole
sport, to be honest. Obviously, everybody involved in that accident
was a lot closer to it.”
Earnhardt also said he sees only better days ahead for his team,
which is closely affiliated with his Sprint Cup team, Hendrick
Motorsports.
Regan Smith beats Brad Keselowski to the finish line in the
DRIVE4COPD 300 at Daytona International Speedway.
“For our company, we’ve sort of weathered the storm,” he said. “In
the last 16 or 18 months, things have been on the uptick for us as
far as our alignment with Hendrick, our [sponsor] partners staying
on board.
“Everything seems to be going in a great direction.”
That includes the No. 9 NAPA Auto Parts-sponsored Chevrolet
driven by Elliott, which finished a steady 15th at Daytona in
Elliott’s first drive in the car.
“[Elliott] didn’t have any experience from the past,” Earnhardt said.
“He just was taking it all at face value. I’m sure he learned a ton.
“He’s got a great demeanor, very calm guy, not easily excitable.
I think that will be a virtue going forward in his first season this
year.”
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Drivers who have
won the Daytona 500
twice in their careers —
Earnhardt, Jimmie Johnson,
Bill Elliott, Sterling Marlin,
Matt Kenseth and Michael
Waltrip.
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Lead changes in the
2014 Daytona 500 —
among 18 drivers.
Rain delays in the
Daytona 500 in 2013
and 2014, both since the
race was moved from the
third Sunday in February
to the fourth, beginning in
2012.
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High School
Basketball Results
Clinton Dark Horses Defeat
Eagles, Soaring Them Into
3rd Round of Finals
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Soccer Tournament
Held Last Weekend
Clinton High School
Men
2/21 Trask
70-66 (W)
2/24 West Bladen
72-69 (W)
2/26 Warren County
61-45 (W)
Women
2/21 East Bladen
52-56 (L)
2/24 North Lenoir
66-40 (W)
2/26 TW Andrews
51-79 (L)
Winning high school/college freshmen division
“C-Boys”
Harrells Christian
Men
2/18 @ Westchester
65-58 (W)
2/20 Gaston Day
53-45 (W)
2/21 Concord 1st Academy
42-72 (L)
Women
2/15 Cape Fear
42-30 (W)
2/15 Fayetteville Christian
35-40 (L)
2/18 @ Fayetteville Christian
29-34 (L)
Hobbton High School
Men
2/10 Princeton
59-77 (L)
2/17 North Duplin
64-41 (L)
2/21 @Lakewood
53-77 (L)
Women
2/07 @ James Kenan
17-57 (L)
2/12 Princeton
26-51 (L)
2/21 @Lakewood
24-61 (L)
Winning hs/college “C-Boys” and 2nd place team “Tigers FC”.
Clinton’s Jerimiah Pope, #30, erases a first half shot
attempt by a Warren County player early in the first half
of the Dark Horses second round playoff win over the
visiting Eagles.
Clinton took the win 61-45 over the visiting Eagles to
advance to the third round of the state playoffs on Friday night against Southwest Onslow.
To view more photos from this game, visit the sports
section on atthe18foto.smugmug.com.
Lakewood Defeats
Hobbton
Winning middle school division “Dream Chasers”
Lakewood High School
Men
2/19 @ Rosewood
49-54 (L)
2/21 Hobbton
77-53 (W)
2/24 @Whiteville
33-72 (L)
Women
2/19 @ Rosewood
37-67 (L)
2/21 Hobbton
61-24 (W)
2/24 @Weldon
39-43 (L)
Winning middle school “Dream chasers” and 2nd place
team “America”
Midway High School
Men
2/19 Wallace-Rose Hill
70-59 (W)
2/20 Trask
64-70 (L)
2/24 @Farmville Central
58-68 (L)
Women
2/13 @ Union
46-22 (W)
2/19 Wallace-Rose Hill
34-41 (L)
2/24 @Northside
17-63 (L)
The Lakewood Boys Varsity team completed their
regular season with a victory at home over Hobbton on
Friday night. Pictured is Lakewood’s Pierre Clark converting two points in Friday’s victory. The final score of
Friday night’s game was Lakewood 77 to Hobbton 53.
Union High School
Men
2/11 @ East Bladen
29-54 (L)
2/13 Midway
44-61 (L)
2/19 @ Clinton
42-64 (L)
Women
2/11 @ East Bladen
14-66 (L)
2/13 Midway
22-46 (L)
2/19 @ East Bladen
25-63 (L)
The Lakewood Girls Varsity basketball team produced
a convincing victory over Hobbton’s girls team Friday night in a 61 to 24 scorcher. Pictured is Leopard’s
Brianna Evans blocking a shot from one of Hobbton’s
offensive players.
This past weekend the Juntos club hosted a two day indoor male
soccer tournament at Sunset Ave School in Clinton. The event
kicked off with 5 middle school teams facing off on friday and
12 high school/freshmen college level teams on saturday. Teams
came from near and far. There were teams from clinton city and
sampson county schools, warsaw, rose hill/wallace, godwin, and
some teams came from as far as goldsboro, raleigh and seven
springs. Parents were on had to cheer on the teams as well
as soccer coaches that come out to support their teams. The
support we received for this community event was amazing. The
Juntos club is very greatful for the security provided by Sampson
county Sheriff Departmet in colaboration with Clinton PD. It
was great that with one call to request security for this sporting
event Sheriff Thornton had us covered.
Teams faced each other showing skills and great sportsmenship
during this tournament. At the end of the day there is always
a first place winner but all teams were considered winners
because without them this event wouldn’t have been possible. The winning teams took home medals and of course the
much greater prize of “bragging rights” as the kids called it.
The referees for the middle school division were Juan Andrade,
Tomas Huerta, and Alex Thames. Finals for the middle school
division was played by “Dream Chasers” from the raleigh area
and team “America” from Clinton. The high school/ freshmen
college division brought much excitement to the second day of
the tournament. Teams really brought their game on. Referees
for this division were Mr. Leobardo Sandoval and Juan Andrade.
Each game was played in 20mins advancing to the next round
by scoring the most goals. The semifinal games were played by
A-Team vs C-Boys and Tigers vs. Chelea Blue. The final game
was played by C-Boys from clinton vs. Tigers FC from Warsaw.
C-Boys came out victors in the nailbitting game with final scores
of 5-2.
Planning an event this big did present some challenges but at the
end of the day all the thank you’s for made it all worthwhile. The
most popular question during this two day event was “When is
the next tournament?”. The answer was always the same “soon”.
The Juntos club is pleased to have had the opportunity to host
this family event. We hope that in the near future we can host a
female tournament and a tournament for 1st graders-5th grade.
There is nothing better than enjoyng a family night out with a
group of people that share the same passion for soccer.
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“Reaching for the Skye”
Skye Page Named Star Athlete of the Week
“Skye has always been active in something whether it was
dance, cheerleading, soccer, volleyball, swimming or just
hunting with her dad,” admits her mother Beth. “Her first
experience was soccer (with Coach Dr. Ken Yang) while in
kindergarten and she has been involved in something ever
since. She is competitive enough to want to try her best, but
what we love most is that she wants to have fun and enjoy
the moment.”
“I have always liked sports,” Skye says. “I have been
swimming since I was little. I have played soccer, volleyball,
basketball, and softball. Basketball and softball were
recreational sports and I only played them for one year. I
played volleyball and soccer when I was little for the county
recreation team and I have continued to play volleyball and
soccer for school.”
When Union High announced they were adding a swim
team this school year, Skye jumped at the chance to
participate.
“I like swimming because it’s different than any other sport,”
she explained. “It’s not only competing for your school, but
it is competing against yourself. I have only swam one year
because my school just got a swim team this year. However,
I have been swimming since I was a kid and I always loved
the water.”
The experience Skye has had on the swim team this year has
been a special one, thanks to her teammates.
“Yes, the best part has to be my teammates,” she said. “We
encourage each other to do better. It was never a dull
practice with my Union teammates.”
She also has a deep respect for her long-time coach Ken
Yang. “Coach Yang was a great coach,” she said. “He was
my soccer coach when I was little so I knew him already.
Although sometimes practices were tiring, he was only
pushing us to make us better.”
Skye Page Star Athlete of the Week
When Union High School sophomore swimmer Skye Page
was named this week’s Performance Auto/Sampson Weekly
Star Athlete of the Week, her parents, Alan and Beth Page,
were proud to hear the news, but were a tad bit shocked.
“We were quite surprised that she was chosen as the Star
Athlete of the Week since this was her first year swimming,”
said Beth. “We were also very proud that she was willing to be
a part of a new sport at Union High School. And of course, we
were thrilled since we love her desire to try new things and
dive right in ... no pun intended.”
The almost 16-year-old Skye, who has also played soccer and
volleyball at the school, was just as shocked.
“I was very excited that I have the honor of representing my
school since this is the first year we have a swim team,” Skye
said. “I guess I was named Star Athlete of the Week because I
tried hard to beat my time. I think others could have received
this award just as much as me, but I am really honored that I
got it.”
Skye has been actively involved in sports since she was a little
girl.
“One of the best parts of Skye being involved in sports is
learning to be a team player,” notes Skye’s mother, Beth.
“She has learned to enjoy the game and not just the final
outcome. She also has made some terrific friends because
of sports. With swimming she had the opportunity to meet
and train with students from all schools in the county.”
The humble student-athlete said that she hopes to play
sports in college, although she is not sure which college she
wants to attend.
“If I got the chance, I wouldn’t mind playing sports in
college because that would be something to add to my
accomplishments,” Skye said. “But if I didn’t, or chose not to,
I would want to work after college as a Child Life Specialist
... I am not sure on what college I want to attend yet, but I
would like to major in Child Life.”
Skye is the youngest of her siblings having two brothers.
Dylan is a junior at UNC Chapel Hill, who likes to hunt
when he has a chance and her oldest brother, Dakota, had
cancer and died before Skye was born, but she still considers
him her big brother. “Our experience with Dakota and our
continued efforts to help families who are affected by cancer
have influenced Skye’s decision to possibly be a Childlife
Specialist after college,” noted Skye’s mother.
PERFORMANCE AUTOMOTIVE Salutes this week’s
Even though it is a few years away, Skye is bound for college,
says her teacher Megan Thornton.
“Skye is a wonderful student in the classroom,” the educator
said. “I had her last semester for Honors Cold War History
and this semester for AP US History. In both semesters, she
has shown her hard work and determination to do well in
her studies. She is very curious and asks great questions.
She is very consistent with turning in her work and always
gives her all ... I love having her in class.”
Thornton said that in addition to being tenacious in the
classroom, Skye’s upbeat personality is something to be
emulated.
“Skye has a very bubbly personality,” she said. “Both in and
out of the classroom, she is very open and friendly to both
staff and students. She is quite popular and is always saying
‘hi’ to people in the hallways. But she knows when to get to
work and will become very focused on her studies. She is
also quite curious, which is shown through the questions
she asks in class ... High school is a great time, but there
needs to be a balance. Skye has managed to balance classes,
sports, and friends...and done quite well with it. I am so
proud of Skye for being named Star Athlete of the Week.
She definitely puts in her all and is a wonderful student
athlete.”
The support Skye has received from her teachers, coaches
and family has been crucial to her growth as a student and
an athlete.
“The best part of Skye attending Union High is seeing her
evolve into an independent young lady,” admits her mother,
Beth. “High school has provided her the opportunity to
grow as an individual with the various courses, sports and
organizations with which she is involved. Her father and I
have enjoyed being a part of her Spartan Pride experience.”
When asked her favorite or best memory of her daughter,
Beth said she is in awe of Skye’s love of life.
“Instead of selecting a ‘best’ memory, we have years of
special memories such as Skye dancing with her dad in her
first dance recital when she was four. Or with her 5-yearold teammates, jumping up and down when they made
their very first soccer goal on a chilly Saturday one January
... Or seeing her serves improve with every volleyball game.
And being amazed at her strength and stamina during a
cheer competition. And of course, watching her dive in
the water at her first swim meet and coming in first in her
heat. We are proud of all her accomplishments in sports, in
academics, and in mainly her love for life.”
Skye said that one of her favorite memories in swimming
this year was just beating her fastest time in the 100m.
“One of the swimmers I practiced with gave me advice,” she
remembers. “As soon as I hit the water I knew it would be a
great one ... I made it in less time than I ever had.”
For the next two school years, Spartan fans will have a
chance to continue watching Skye set a very high bar for
herself, not just in athletics and in the classroom, but in
life. And no matter what road she journeys down after high
school, her family, friends, teachers, teammates and fans
will be right behind her ... cheering her on.
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A15
PUZZLES & GAMES
A16
OBITUARIES
STEDMAN
Mr. Charles Albert Barbour
71, passed away on Sunday,
February 23, 2014 in Cape
Fear Valley Medical Center
in Fayetteville. He was born
on January 3, 1943 in Wake
County, the son of Albert Lee
Barbour and Marion Elizabeth
Barbour. Mr. Barbour was
a Body Shop Repairman for
Bobby Murray Chevrolet
Company in Raleigh. He built
race cars and raced at Wake County Speedway in Raleigh. A
Memorial Service for Charles was held at 12:00 Noon on
Tuesday, February 25, 2014 at Bethabara United Methodist
Church, 4725 Maxwell Rd. Autryville, NC 28318, with Rev.
Hank Dunbar and Rev. Dorothy Rudd officiating. Visitation
with the family was from 10:00 AM until Noon at the church.
He is survived by his wife, Donna Sue of the home; daughters,
Patricia Privette and husband Jeff of Zebulon, Janis Millard and
husband, Tim of Pittsboro, Janet Hartsfield and husband William
of Raleigh; son, Chuck Barbour of Clayton; mother, Marion
Elizabeth Green Barbour of Stedman; 4 Grandchildren, Chris
Privette, Brandon Ennis, Chuckie Barbour, William Hartsfield
and Lisa Driver. Also surviving are 4 Great-grandchildren. In
lieu of flowers, Memorials may be made to Bethabra United
Methodist Church, 4725 Maxwell Rd., Autryville, NC 28318.
Services entrusted to Butler Funeral Home, 6535 Clinton Rd.,
Stedman, NC 28391
STEDMAN
Mr. LeRoy M. ”Lee” Francis, 74, of 124 Wade-Stedman Road,
was called to be with his Heavenly Father on February 21,
2014, while he was surrounded by his loving family at home.
LeRoy was born in Grand Haven, Michigan, the son of the late
LeRoy Harold and Florence
Francis. He also is preceded
in death by his little angel in
Heaven, Ariana Rose; three
sisters, Carol Francis, Janet
Louise Francis and Anna
Pennington, one son-in-law,
Rufus Bunce, Jr. and his step
mother, Anna Francis. Mr.
Francis was a long standing
member of Cokesbury
United Methodist Church in
Stedman and served many
years as the church secretary. He retired from NC Products,
Inc., after 35 years and he was also a Fayetteville Police Officer
for 2 years. LeRoy was a volunteer Fireman for 17 years with
the Stedman Fire Department and he also served in the US
Army. Surviving LeRoy was the love of his life for 54 years,
Jean Averitte Francis; three daughters, Sandra Lee White and
husband, Tracy of Cameron, Donna Jean Brown and husband,
Alan of Stedman and Brenda Kay Carver and husband, Eddie
of Stedman; five loving grandchildren, Terry Brown, Stephen
Smith and wife, Beth, Kim Brown, Heather White and Brittany
Bunce; six great grandchildren, Kayleigh and Kenzie Smith,
Alana Oxendine, Ava Brown, and Michael Brown; three
brothers, Ronald Francis and wife, Joyce of Hudsonville, MI,
John Francis and wife, Cheryle of Grand Rapids, MI and
Kirk Francis and wife, June of Holland, MI; five sisters, Linda
and husband, Jack of Wyoming, MI, Susan and husband, Jim
Lonnce of Pekin, IL, Patty Ebel of Holland, MI, Rene Sibly of
Muskegon, MI and Carrie Jayne of Colorado and many nieces
and nephews. Funeral services were held at 3:00 P.M. on
Sunday, February 23, 2014, at Cokesbury United Methodist
Church in Stedman with Rev. Andy Wood and Rev. James Koo
officiating. The family received friends from 2:00 to 2:45 P.M.
prior to the service. Memorials may be made to Cokesbury
United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 280, Stedman, N.C. 28391.
Services entrusted to Butler Funeral Home, 6535 Clinton Road,
Stedman.
VASS
U.S. Veteran
Major Wade Tindall Herrington, Jr, USA, Retired, 72, of 340
Wright Road went to be with the Lord on Friday, February
21, 2014 at his home with his wife and friends by his side. A
celebration of life was held on Sunday, February 23, 2014 at
3:00 p.m. at Mt. Pleasant Christian Church with Rev. Brian
Teeter officiating. Burial followed in the Church Cemetery
with full military honors. Wade was born in Wharton County
in Texas on October 6, 1941 to Wade Tindall and Louise
Elizabeth Schneider Herrington. Wade had a great sense of
humor and loved to make people laugh. He was a very kind,
loving and generous man, who possessed great integrity. Wade
loved hunting and he was an
expert skeet shooter, once
winning Retired Military
Skeet Shooter of the World in
San Antonio, Texas. He was
a highly decorated Retired
Vietnam Veteran and also
a member of the Golden
Knights with over 3700
jumps with 20 plus years
of service. The family will
receive friends on Saturday,
February 22, 2014 from 6-8
p.m in the family visitation
rooms at Cox Memorial
Funeral Home and Crematory. He is survived by his loving
wife of 33 years, Joyce Herrington and a host of friends. He
was preceded in death by his parents, Wade Tindall and Louise
Elizabeth Schneider Herrington. Condolences may be sent to
www.coxmemorialfuneralhome.com. The family has entrusted
services to Cox Memorial Funeral Home and Crematory. Cox
Memorial --- “Serving GOD by serving families in a time of
need.”
BILLINGS, MONTANA
Mr. Dewey Massey, 89, of Billings,
Montana died Tuesday, February
18, 2014. Mr. Massey was born in
Sampson County to the late Lorenzo
and Bessie Massey. He is survived
by: his wife, Florence of Billings,
Montana; one daughter, Pattie and
two sons, Dennis and David all of
Billings, Montana; five brothers,
Edwin Massey and wife, Burtie
of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina,
Wilbert Massey and wife, Rosita and
Staley Massey and wife, Linda all
of Faison, NC, Fremon Massey and Leamon Massey and wife,
Hettie of Raleigh, NC; one sister, Elizabeth Lane of Clinton, NC;
and four grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at a
later date in Billings, Montana. Information furnished by Butler
Funeral Home, 401 West Roseboro Street, Roseboro.
WHISPERING PINES
Mrs. Anne Louise Lindegard Oakley, 55, of 15 Lakeshore
Drive, passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 20, 2014
at her home with her family by her side. A Celebration of life
was held on Saturday, March
1, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. at Thagard
Park, S. Lakeshore Drive,
Whispering Pines with Pastor
Todd Rauscher officiating.
Anne was born in Yonkers,
New York on May 25, 1958 to
Richard Charles and Marianne
Morath Lindegard. She earned
her master’s in nursing where
she dedicated her life to
others. She was a loving wife,
mother, sister and nurse and
will be greatly missed by all
who knew her. The family received friends on Friday, February
28, 2014 from 6-8 p.m. in the family visitation rooms at Cox
Memorial Funeral Home and Crematory. She is survived by her
loving husband, Bruce W. Oakley; mother, Marianne Morath
Lindegard; daughter, Laura Anne Oakley-MacCloud and
husband Brian of New Jersey; sister, Caryn M. Grim of Illnois;
brother, Jeffrey P. Lindegard of New Jersey. She was preceded
in death by her father, Richard Charles Lindegard and brother,
Richard C. Lindegard, Jr. Condolences may be sent to www.
coxmemorialfuneralhome.com. The family has entrusted
services to Cox Memorial Funeral Home and Crematory. Cox
Memorial --- “Serving GOD by serving families in a time of
need”.
SALEMBURG
Mrs. Faye Bullard Royal, 83, of Salemburg died Friday, February
21 in Carolina Rehabilitation Center in Fayetteville, N.C. Mrs.
Royal was born September 10,
1930 in Sampson County to the
late John Robert Bullard, Sr.
and Clyda Carter Bullard. She
was a devoted wife and loving
mother and grandmother. She
was an active member of the
Salemburg Baptist Church
and spent a lifetime providing
kindness and laughter to
the Salemburg community.
Funeral service were held
Sunday at 3:00 PM, February 23
at Salemburg Baptist Church
with the Rev John Adams and Rev Tom Wagner officiating.
Burial followed in the church cemetery. The family received
friends from 1:30 PM until 3:00 PM in the church sanctuary.
She is survived by her husband of 63 years, C.A. Royal, Jr. of
Salemburg, and their children, Gloria Reaves and husband Mike
of Caswell Beach, Alta Starling and husband Bill of Clinton,
Wanda Underwood and husband Phil of Matthews, and Charles
Royal, III and wife Kim of Charlotte. She is also survived by ten
grandchildren: Ingrid Smith and husband Bryan, Ashley Dade
and husband Eric, Joel Starling and wife Annette, Will Parker,
Britt Starling, Karen Parker, Barrett and Chip Royal, Anna and
Faith Underwood and five great grandchildren Tyler and Jordan
Smith, Emma and John Dade, and Elizabeth Starling. She was
preceded in death by her sisters, Laura Elizabeth Balkcum
and Eunice Rich and her brother, John Robert Bullard, Jr. In
lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Salemburg Baptist
Church,300 N. Main St., Salemburg, NC. Condolences may be
sent by visiting www.royalhallfuneralhome.com. Royal-Hall
Funeral Home is honored to serve the Royal Family.
CLINTON
Mr. Isham Kenneth Carter, Jr., 89, of 2111 Ozzie Road,
died Monday, February 24, 2014, at Southwood Nursing and
Retirement Center. Funeral services were held at 11 A.M.,
Wednesday, February 26th, at Union Grove Missionary Baptist
Church, 952 Boney Mill Road, Clinton, with the Reverend
Raeford Carter, Jr. officiating. Burial with military honors
followed in the Carter Family Cemetery in Clinton. Mr. Carter,
a native of Sampson County, was the widower of Rachel Marie
Simmons Carter and was the son of Isham Kenneth Carter,
Sr. and Maebelle Jordan Carter. He was a farmer, a retired
Agriculture Extension Agent for Sampson County, and a US
Army Veteran of WWII. He was preceded in death by a son,
Anthony Carter; a grandson, Jonathan Stegal, and a brother,
Harmon Carter. He is survived by two daughters, Virginia
Carter Stegal and husband Donald of Clinton and Angela Carter
Hairr and husband Steve of Spartanburg, SC; five grandchildren,
Neal Stegal, Jacquie Ammons, Jennifer Carter, Jordan Hairr and
Megan Hairr; four great-grandchildren; a brother, R. W. Carter
of Surf City; a daughter-in-law, Marilyn C. Carter of Clinton.
The family received friends 7-9 P.M., Tuesday, February 25th,
at Crumpler-Honeycutt Funeral Home in Clinton and other
times at the home, 2111 Ozzie Road, Clinton. Memorials
may be made to the American Cancer Society, 930-B Wellness
Drive, Greenville, NC 27834. Condolences may be sent to the
family at www.crumpler-honeycutt.com. Arrangements are by
Crumpler-Honeycutt Funeral Home, 118 Fayetteville Street,
Clinton, NC 28328.
CLINTON
Mr. Larry C. Chavis, 59 of 110 Shrine Club Lane, Clinton, NC
died Tuesday, February 25, 2014 at Warsaw Health and Rehab,
Warsaw, NC. The funeral arrangements are incomplete at this
time. Brock Memorial & Worley Funeral Home Inc.
ELIZABETHTOWN
Mrs. Shirley Dimery 68 of 615 McLeod St., Apt. 3D,
Elizabethtown, NC died Friday, February 21, 2014 at Cape Fear
Valley Medical Center in Fayetteville, NC. Funeral service
will be held at 2:00 P.M. Saturday, March 01, 2014 at Second
Chance Community Church, 205 S. Poplar St., Elizabethtown,
NC, by the Pastor James Holland. Burial will follow in the Pone
Dimery Cemetery in Clarkton, NC. Mrs. Dimery is survived
by her husband, Albert S. Dimery, one daughter, Sherry D.
Holverson(William) of Fayetteville, three sisters, Arlene
Rogers of Baltimore, Md., Mattie Carter, Margaret Scott, both
of Richmond, Va., 2 grandson, Michael L. Gantlin(Teresa)
of Fayetteville, Theodore L. Gantlin(Britney) of Clarkton, 2
great-grandchildren. The family will receive friends, Friday,
February 28, 2014 from 6: 00P.M-8:00PM at Second Chance
Community Church 205 S. Poplar St., Elizabethtown, NC.
TURKEY
Mr. William Glenn (Red) Dixon, 77 of 6154 Old Warsaw
Rd. died on February 21, 2014. He was born to Leburn and
Martha Dixon on December 27, 1936 in Turkey, NC. Upon
graduating from Turkey High School he joined the US Navy
in June of 1955. He married his high school sweetheart in 1958
and they have enjoyed 56 years of marriage. He spent twenty
years in service to his country and retired from the navy to
begin a second career in civil service at Cherry Point, retiring
in 1992 and returning to his roots in Sampson County. He
was a Mason with the Naomi Lodge No. 87 of Norfolk, VA,
he enjoyed golfing and was always the center of attention at
social gatherings with his renowned wit and capacity for telling
jokes. He was predeceased by a son, Steven Glenn Dixon. He
is survived by his widow, Nan Wright Dixon, a son, Gregory
Bryan Dixon, two grandchildren, Jacqueline Riley Dixon and
Gregory Cole Dixon, their mother Kelly Rohleder Dixon, his
sister Velva Jewell Dixon and numerous nieces, nephews and
other family members. Visitation was on Monday, February
24th at Royal Hall Funeral Home in Clinton, NC from one until
three with funeral service at three with Dr. Ron Bryan and Rev.
Kenneth Smith officiating. Internment will be at Grandview
Memorial Park following the service. Condolences may be
sent by visiting www.royalhallfuneralhome.com. Royal-Hall is
honored to serve the Dixon Family.
CLINTON
Mrs. Annie Elliott Lewis Norris, 90 1668 Old Raleigh Road,
died at her home, Thursday, February 20, 2014. A graveside
service was held Sunday at 3:00 pm in the Clinton Cemetery
with the Rev. Michael Shook and Rev. Robbie Phillips
officiating. Born in 1923 in Sampson County, Mrs. Norris was
the daughter of the late Elliott B. and Gertrude Carter Lewis.
She was a member of Grove Park Baptist Church and a retired
employee with Belk of Clinton. She was the widow of Ervin
“Stormy” Everette Norris. She is survived by her daughters,
Gloria N. Steele of the home and Marylin N. Kennedy of
Elizabethtown and one sister, Mable L. Williams of Jacksonville.
Seven grandchildren and Five great-grandchildren. She was
preceded in death by two brothers, Charles B. Lewis and
Emory H. Lewis. The family received friends one hour prior
to the service at Royal-Hall Funeral Home and other times
at her home. Condolences may be sent by visiting www.
royalhallfuneralhome.com. Royal-Hall is honored to serve the
Norris Family. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to
the Alzheimer’s Association, Eastern NC, 3739 National Dr.
Raleigh, NC 27612
GARNER
Ms. Marie Millen Shaw 91, formerly of Ivanhoe, NC, died
Saturday, February 22, 2014 at Universal Healthcare of FuquayVarina. A graveside service was held at 11:00 AM Tuesday,
February 25, 2014 at Harmony Presbyterian Church Cemetery
in Harrells, NC. Ms. Shaw is survived by two daughters,
Rebecca Shaw of Conover, NC, Ruth Jennings of Garner,
one son Jimmy Shaw of Garner, one sister Carolyn Smith of
Gastonia, 7 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren. The family
received friends after the service in the church fellowship hall.
GARLAND
Mrs. Annie Louise Shaw 76 of 118 Ollie Shaw Rd., died Monday,
February 24, 2014 at Bladen Co. Hospital in Elizabethtown,
NC. Funeral service will be held at 1:00P.M. Saturday, March
01, 2014 at Murphy’s Chapel AME 171 C Beatty Rd., Harrells,
NC. Burial will follow in the Community Memorial Park in
Harrells. Mrs. Shaw is survived by her husband, Ollie Shaw,
four daughters, Phyllis Graham(Barry) of Hinesville, Ga,
Linda Beatty(Jerry) of Hope Mills, Doris Johnson(Dorothy)
of Harrells, Tina Owens(Tim) of Harrells, 3 sons, John M.
Shaw(Dorothy) of Norfork, Va., Purdie Shaw of Harrells, Roy
Shaw of Raleigh, one sister, Geneva Townsend(Bennie) of
Garland, 14 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren. The public
will be received from1:00P.M.-7:00P.M., Friday February 28,
2014 with family present from 6:00PM-7:00P.M. at Carter
Funeral Home in Garland.
ROSEBORO
Shirley Pointer Wilkerson, age-73, 7783 Roseboro Hwy.
died Wed 2/19/14 at Wake Medical Center, Raleigh, N.C.
Funeral services were Thursday 2/27/14,1 pm at Mt. Pleasant
Missionary Baptist Church, Clinton, N.C.
Interment in
the Roseboro Cemetery. Survivors are husband-Charles
Wilkerson; 1 daughter- Kashi W. Thompson-Roseboro, N.C.;
1 son- Chaz Wilkerson-Roseboro, N.C.; 1 sister-Alyce PayneWashington, N.C.; 2 brothers- Thomas Edwards- Clinton, N.C.
and James Mayfield-Mannas, Va.; 1 grandchild. Public viewing
Wed. 2/26/14, 1 to 6pm, family present 5 to 6pm, Butler & Son
Funeral Home, Roseboro, N.C. www.butlerandson.com
Acts 20:35....."It is more blessed to give than to receive."
Most everyone has heard this verse at some point in their life. I can remember hearing this as a child and thinking somebody had lost their marbles. I loved receiving things like toys, model cars,
my first bike, etc., how could giving away things be better than getting all of this stuff? Now that I am older I have come to understand this and know it to be true. I remember when my son
Matthew was young I had bought him a basketball goal for Christmas.I could hardly wait to give it to him. On Christmas Eve, when I thought he was asleep I went out to assemble his new goal.
After working for about an hour, I happened to look up and guess who was at the window watching everything? That's right! Matthew. So much for a surprise, but even though he knew what he
was getting that didn't stop me from wanting to give him something I knew he really wanted. Can I tell you of a way that you can give a great gift to your family even after you have passed away
from this earth? After almost 20 years as a licensed Funeral Director, I have watched families have to make difficult decisions at a most difficult time. I have also had the honor of telling
families, after learning of a death, that their loved one had called me and had made their own funeral arrangements months earlier. What a relief this takes off of a grieving family; to know that
they are doing everything the way that their loved one wanted is priceless. If you are the type of person that would like to make things as easy as it can be when you pass away, why not consider
pre-planning your own services. You will be glad that you took a few minutes to keep your family from guessing what you would have wanted. I am as close as a phone call away. Like the old
doctors, I still make house calls. We have our own state of the art Crematory on site to serve the families that choose cremation. There is no Funeral Home in Clinton with a Crematory. They
send your loved one to a third party. We honor pre-arrangements from other Funeral Homes, usually at no cost to you.
For more information on cremation services or any funeral related services please contact Danny A. Creech Vice President/ General Manager
Cox Memorial Funeral Home and Crematory
910-990-6202 or 910-245-3330
Cox Memorial - - "Serving GOD by serving families in a time of need"
Arrest Report
02-20 Gregory Eugene Boykin, 40; 1928 H
B Lewis, Clinton; 2 Counts: Order for Arrest:
Failure to Comply with Court Order: Child
Support; 2 Counts: DWLR; DWI; Bond $3,000;
Court 02-25
02-20 Ronnie Hicks, 34; 1635 Turkey Hwy.,
Clinton; Order for Arrest: Failure to Comply:
Child Support; Bond $1,000; Court 02-25
02-20 Leslie Elwood House Jr., 50; 153 Thistle
St., Selma; Unauthorized Use of Motor Vehicle; Unsecured Bond $500; Court 03-25
02-20 Preston Brent Jackson II, 30; 1244
Taylors Bridge Hwy., Clinton; Assault on a Female; No Bond; Court 03-18
02-20 David Soto, 33; 420 Bernice Rd., Clinton; 2 Counts: Communicating Threats;;
Court 02-25
02-21 Alfonzo J Marshall, 58; 700 Betty St.,
Clinton; Order for Arrest: Failure to Comply-Child Support; Bond $2,000; Court 02-25
02-21 Jean Wilner Beldor, 35; 716 Oliver St.,
Mt. Olive; Contempt of Court, Perjury, Court
Violations; Secured Bond $500; Court 03-19
02-21 Jyhkia Dequan Applewhite, 21; 1903
Balls St., Goldsboro; 2 Counts: Assault on a
Female; Unsecured Bond $2,500; Court 0324
02-21 Timothy Damon Parker, 37; 203 Trappers Run Lane; Order for Arrest: Failure to Appear- Child Support; Bond $750; Court 02-25
02-21 Samantha Jo Gurganious, 28; 1719
Wallace Hwy., Harrells; Non-Support: Child
Support; Bond $935; Court 02-25
02-21 Gary Pitts, 47; 3 Jernigan Trl, Dunn;
Simple Assault: Assault on a Female; Secured
Bond $700; Court 03-04
02-21 Durwood Bradley Horne, 46; 450 Howard Rd., Autryville; Aggravated Assault on a
Female; Secured Bond $1,000; Court 03-25
02-21 April Michelle Thompkins, 23; 655 Hall
Rd., Roseboro; Possession of Marijuana; Possession of Drug Paraphernalia; Court 04-30
02-21 Austin Kight, 28; 4734 Harnett Dunn
Hwy., Dunn; Failure to Appear: Misdemeanor
Larceny; Secured Bond $6,000; Court 03-24
02-22 Royce W Sargent, 50; 4981 Harnett
Dunn Hwy., Dunn; Order for Arrest: Failure to Appear-Assault by Gun Point; Order
for Arrest: Failure to Appear-Injury to Per-
sonal Property; Order for Arrest: Failure to Appear-Communicating Threats; Secured Bond
$25,000; Court 03-25
02-23 Preston Scott Yarborough, 22; 793 Hobbs
Rd., Roseboro; Simple Assault; Unsecured Bond
$500; Court 03-18
02-23 Mustafa Haleem McDaniels, 30; 7100
Tollhouse Dr., Fayetteville; DWI; Secured Bond
$1,500; Court 04-14
02-24 Roy Alzona Bennett Jr., 24; 59 Parkview
Rd., Clinton; 2 Counts: Contempt of Court, Perjury, Court Violations; Non-Support/Non-Payment
of Alimony; Secured Bond $1,700; Court 02-25
02-24 Steven James Smith, 50; 235 Clive Jacobs
Rd., Clinton; 2 Counts: Cruelty to Animals; Secured Bond $5,000; Court 03-24
02-24 Ronel Mocombe, 28; 405 S Church St., Mt.
Olive; DWI; Secured Bond $3,000; Court 03-18
02-24 Allen Kenneth Melvin, 40; 2165 Hollandtown Rd., Salemburg; Resist, Obstruct, & Delay;
Secured Bond $2,500; Court 03-20
02-25 Raven Nicole Lee, 25; 980 Clive Jacobs
Rd., Clinton; Larceny; Secured Bond $2,000;
Court 03-20
02-25 Adarius Rakim Owens, 23; 66 David Rd.,
Garland; 2 Counts: Drug Violations-Possession
with intent to manufacture /sell/distribute; Secured Bond $30,000; Court 02-28
tool bag, halogen leak detectors, and a fluke meter.
02-20 Yassir Cruz reported a Larceny located at
74 Bernice Rd., Clinton. Items reported missing included chrome rims with tires, refrigerator, riding
mower, and a trimmer.
02-20 Sidney Ashley reported a Burglary at his
residence located at 63 Harper St., Clinton. Items
reported missing included a 19” flat screen TV, 32”
flat screen, gas chainsaw, electric chainsaw, gas
weed eater, and electric weed eater.
02-20 Rachel Ferricks reported Damage to her
Property located at 358 J Faircloth Lane, Godwin.
02-20 Amy Hall reported a Breaking & Entering at
her residence located at 3868 Hayne Stretch Rd.,
Autryville. No items were reported missing.
02-20 Johnny Bain reported a Larceny at his residence located at 200 W Clinton St., Roseboro.
Items reported missing included a DeWalt car buffer, chest type cooler, shoes, and an assortment of
documents and tools.
02-21 Wayne Bailey Inc. reported a Burglary located at 2281 Turkey Hwy., Clinton. Items reported missing included an assortment of tools, air
compressor, grinders, plasma cutter, tool box, anti-freeze, space heater, and a GMC Sierra.
02-21 Donald Owens reported the Larceny of his
License Plate from his residence located at 105
Love of Kids Lane., Roseboro.
02-25 Brent Edward Smith, 34; 558 N Ingold
Ave., Garland; All Traffic; Secured Bond $500;
Court 03-20
02-21 Shannon Stone reported a Burglary at her
residence located at 7766 Roseboro Hwy., Roseboro. Items reported missing included a Playstation 3 and controller, a GTA 4 game.
02-25 Jimmy Ray Hall Jr., 31; 1171 Faison Hwy.,
Clinton; Simple Possession of Marijuana; Court
04-30
02-22 Anthony Hall reported a Burglary at his residence located at 245 Anthony Lane, Salemburg.
Items reported missing included a 46” flat screen
TV and an Xbox 360.
02-25 Staley Howard Pope Jr., 54; 3275 North
Spring Branch Rd., Dunn; Simple Assault; Communicating Threats; Unsecured Bond $500;
Court 03-27
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erator from his residence located at 126
Dee Tyndall Lane, Dunn.
02-23 Brandon Burgess reported a Burglary at his residence located ta 96 Rosie
Lane, Dunn. No items were reported missing.
02-23 Jesus Renteria reported the Larceny of his Air Compressor from his residence located at 115 Old Hickory Lane,
Godwin.
02-23 Christopher Burton reported a Burglary at his residence located at 476 Billie
Britt Rd., Turkey. Items reported missing
included an assortment of jewelry, video
camera, pocketknives and US currency.
02-24 Phyllis Newton reported the Larceny of her Utility Trailer from her residence
located at 220 Page Autry Lane, Godwin.
02-24 Ricardo Diaz-Martinez reported a
Larceny from his residence located at 741
Kenan Weeks Rd., Newton Grove. Items
reported missing included two oxygen
tanks, 100 ft. drop cord, and assorted hoses and fittings.
02-24 David Sessoms reported a Burglary
at his residence located at 212 Laurel Lake
Rd., Salemburg. Items reported missing
included a radio, telephone equipment
and a ring with stone.
02-24 William Pope reported a Burglary at
his residence located at 1630 Cartertown
Rd., Clinton. Items reported missing included a 26” flat screen TV, Xbox 360 and
games.
02-24 Kenneth Nunner reported the Larceny of his Dirt Bike located at 4894 Autryville Hwy., Autryville.
02-22 Sallie Bean reported the Damage to her
Property located at 3579 Big Piney Grove Rd., Clinton.
02-25 Edgar Sagastume reported the Larceny of US Currency from his residence
located at 246 Beverly Lane, Clinton.
02-25 Brian Eugene Sneed, 44; 42 Idlewood
Lane, Clinton; 2 Counts: Contempt of Court,
Perjury, Court Violations; Secured Bond $1,500;
Court 03-14
02-22 Gary Tanner reported a Burglary located on
251 Spicy Lane, Autryville. Items reported missing
included copper wiring and electric fencing.
02-25 Percy Owens reported a Burglary
located 607 E NC 24, Roseboro. No items
were reported missing.
Incident/Investigation Report
02-20 Sampson County School Plant Operation reported a Burglary located at 2081 Indian Town Rd., Clinton. Items reported missing
included ratchet extensions, hand level, wire
strippers, drill chucks, a magnet, vise grip pliers,
a screwdriver, drill set, wrenches, socket set, Allen wrench set, crimping pliers, channel locks,
02-22 Jimmy McKenzie reported the theft of his
lawn mower from his residence located at 905
White Oak Church Rd., Clinton.
02-25 Town of Roseboro reported the Larceny of Light Bulbs located at 100 E Roseboro St., Roseboro.
02-23 Robert Devane reported the Theft of his
Chevy Impala from his residence located at 520
North Ingold Ave., Garland.
02-25 James Deetz reported a Burglary
at his residence located at 502 Lot 2 East
College St., Salemburg. Items reported
missing included US currency and a safe.
Marriage Certificates
-Erik Juarez Vega to Carolina Santos
-Marco Contreras to Deborah Vercone Bullard Smith
-Theo Devon Duncan to Tyshone Mona Peterson
-Brandon R Hock to Vianna M Ruocco
-Ronald James Colon to Felicia Lorraine Greenawalt
-Gerlad Vance McLaurin to Joan Williams Peacock
-Dennis Ray Rich Jr to Kimberly Desha Murphy
-Joanes Jeudy to Derdine Riodin
-James Michael Hunter to April Renee Graham
-Wornell Brothers Jr to Ashley Nicole Brunson
-Tramon Cortney Williams to Tyeshia Joy Chance Outlaw
-Ethan Lynn Smith to Jennifer Lynn Dew
-Tommy Lynn Edwards to Linda Francis Baker
-Ronnie Gene Spears to Lavern Barnes McNeill
-Marcus Kojuan Stephens to Sue Ellen Godbold
-William Shane Johnson to Jacklyn Nicole Barnett
-Craig Thronesbery Totten to Reni Regiminarti
-Maxwell Glen Herring Jr to Kalyn Paige Moody
-Jose Luis Ortiz Gurrola to Dionisia Ochoa Rodriguez
Deaths
-Tyrone Ladell Artis
-Ann Elizabeth Allport
-Barney Dex Brewington
-Ruby Mae Bass
-Charles Henry Bretthauer
-Dan Clark Bowden
-William Thurman
-John Love Holland Jr
-James Elmer Hunt
-Mildred Ruth Thomas Hall
-Hildreth McLamb Jackson
-Nancy Louise Little
-Jessie Nelson Moore
-James Tatum Odom
-Sara Jane Roberts
-Edna Lee McLamb Strickland
-Julian Blease Sweat
-Freddie Harold Van
-Alice Marie Williams
-Edd Lee Wall
Births
-Illiana Briseyda Cruz born on January 28, 2014 at Sampson Regional Medical Center to
Yassir Obed Cruz and Amaris Briseyda Mejia Luna
-Holly Elizabeth Honeycutt born on January 28, 2014 at Sampson Regional Medical
Center to Jona Marie Brewington
-Jolen Jackson Langston born on January 28, 2014 at Sampson Regional Medical Center
to Marvin Dale Langston and Stacey Louise Jackson Langston
-Amarri Cortez Leach born on January 28, 2014 at Sampson Regional Medical Center to
Atavia Shante Leach
-Chasity Brooke Daw born on February 1, 2014 at Sampson Regional Medical Center to
Sherry Denise Daw
-Owen Edgar Gomez Calmo born on February 5,2014 at Sampson Regional Medical
Center to Edgar Rolando Gomez Lopez and Berta Calmo Gomez
-Kaliyah Nevaeh Wrencher born on February 7, 2014 at Sampson Regional Medical Center
to Lakeisha Monique Howard
-Kashus Katyi’ Manley born on February 8, 2014 at Sampson Regional Medical Center to
Dwain Javon Manley and Ashley Renae Kenan
-Melissa Isabel Venegas born on February 8, 2014 at Sampson Regional Medical Center to
Gerardo Venegas and Yolando Esperaza Sandoval Martinez
-Dawson River Weeks born on February 8, 2014 at Sampson Regional Medical Center to
Dustin Richard Weeks and Jennifer Hudson Weeks
-Zuleidy Nicole Cortes Lopez born on January 29, 2014 at Sampson Regional Medical
Center to Xochitl Citlali Cortes Lopez
-Brisa Guzman Gaspar born on February 3, 2014 at Sampson Regional Medical Center to
Francisco Arturo Guzman Frutos and Dolores Gaspar Tolentino
-Kiara Aylin Smith born on February 4, 2014 at Sampson Regional Medical Center to Carl
Lynn Smith Jr and Sidian Nunez Yanez
-Liayah Daevionna Owens born on February 6, 2014 at Sampson Regional Medical Center
to Todd Christopher Owens and Brittany Shante Jacobs
-Raylyn Marie Blackburn born on February 11, 2014 at Sampson Regional Medical Center
to Kaleb Carl Blackburn and Crystal Elizabeth Darden
-Dakota Jewel Mitchell born on February 11, 2014 at Sampson Regional Medical Center
to Casey Marie Toodle
-Cody Lane Matthews born on February 14, 2014 at Sampson Regional Medical Center to
Gary Gaston Matthews II and Jennifer Marie Matthews
-Roselyn Cheluca Plata born on February 12, 2014 at Sampson Regional Medical Center
to Birgilio Cheluca Garcia and Yadira Plata Jimenez
-Duncan Cooper Strickland born on February 12, 2014 at Sampson Regional Medical
Center to Ethan Gray Strickland and Elizabeth Ann Knowles
-Emily Lozano born on February 15, 2014 at Sampson Regional Medical Center to Noel
Lozano Juarez and Nancy Elena Lozano
-Molly Percephany Moore born on February 15, 2014 at Sampson Regional Medical
Center to Yolanda Cierra Moore
Land Transfers
-Champion Mortgage Company/DBA, Nationstar Mortgage LLC to Samuel R Council- Lot
9 Greenbrier Heights Subdivision Section 1
-Frank Arnette to Johnny Ray Monk- Lot 4 0.75 Acres Honeycutts
-Andrew C Kane, Karen M Kane to Joseph Richard Casey III- Lot 5 Northgate Subdivision
North Clinton
-Roy Max Raynor Jr, Teresa G Raynor to Roy Max Raynor Jr- 2 Lots South Clinton
-Rodena E Brown to Vanderbilt Mortgage and Finance Inc/BENE- Lot Sampson
02-23 Billy Boykin reported the Larceny of his Gen-
-JD Matthis & Co to JD Matthis Investments LLC- Tract 3 Turkey
-Kelly B Chestnutt, Michael L Chestnutt to Matthew Dudley Neal and Sara Katherine
Boykin Neal- Lot 7 10.06 Acres North Clinton
-Anthony E Darden, Faye S Darden, Leslie W Darden to Seven Mile LLC- 2 Tracts w/
exceptions Halls
-Plainview Community Coalition to Sampson County- 2 Tracts Plainview
-Sampson County to Plainview Community Coalition- 2 Tracts Plainview
-Amanda Ennis Ziady, Dennis Chad Ziady to Dennis Salean Ziady and Gail Autry ZiadyTract 1 1.94 Acres Mingo
-Andy Stewart Matthis, Kimberly Matthis, Sherri L Matthis, William Dwight Matthis to
Pelmon Jart Hudson Jr- 67.2 Acres w/exceptions North Clinton
-HSBC Mortgage Services Inc to Thermal Barriers Southeast LLC- 2 Tracts
-Thornton Homes Co to Ingryd Paola Diaz Castellon and Kelvin Ovidio Lopez Cruz- 0.54
Acres North Clinton
-Thornton Homes Co to Arquimedes Meza and Miryan Magaly Nunez Rivas- Lot 17 Herring
-Mary Ann Tew to Holly M Lee and Nathan D Lee- Lot 1 12.66 Acres Little Coharie
-Helen F Daughtry, N Leo Daughtry, Latham C Peak/By AIF, Lee D Peak/AIF, Lee D Peak,
Natham C Peak/By AIF, William L Peak/By AIF to Annell D Starling- 2 Tracts
-Edna Gore Testamentary Trust, Edna Doris Gore Estate, James Ray Jackson, Paula G
Jackson/TR, Paula G Jackson, Paula G Jackson/EXR to Annell D Starling- 2 Tracts
-Latham C Peak/By AIF, Lee D Peak/AIF, Lee D Peak, Natham C Peak/By AIF, William L Peak/
By AIF, Annell D Starling, Luther D Starling Sr to N Leo Daughtry- Lot Sampson
- Edna Gore Testamentary Trust, Edna Doris Gore Estate, James Ray Jackson, Paula G
Jackson/TR, Paula G Jackson, Paula G Jackson/EXR to N Leo Daughtry- Lot Sampson
- Edna Gore Testamentary Trust, Edna Doris Gore Estate, James Ray Jackson, Paula G
Jackson/TR, Paula G Jackson, Paula G Jackson/EXR to Lee D Peak- Lot Sampson
-Helen F Daughtry, N Leo Daughtry, James Ray Jackson, Paula G Jackson to Lee D PeakLot Sampson
- Helen F Daughtry, N Leo Daughtry, Latham C Peak/By AIF, Lee D Peak/AIF, Lee D Peak,
William L Peak/By AIF, Annell D Starling, Luther D Starling Sr to Edna D Gore Estate and
Paula G Jackson/EXR- Lot Sampson
-Meredith McCullen/FKA, Meredith Smith, Timothy Smith to Kooba Properties LLC- 2.83
Acres Lot 3 Herring
-Ashley Nicole Hines to Jesus Adalberto Gonzalez- Tract 3 & 3A 3.74 Acres Lisbon
-Zuny Harey Gonzalez Hernandez, Angel Eduardo Zuniga Meza to Maria Delapaz Zelaya
Zelaya- Lot 53 0.54 Acres Laurelwood Acres Section Three Honeycutts
-Gail Carter, Paula Carter, Raeford Carter Jr, Ricky Thomas Carter,Larry Matthis, Mildred
Matthis to Raeford H Carter Jr and Wanda Gail Carter- Tract 2 0.49 Acres Lisbon
-Joe S Edge to Daniel Beaudreau and Scott Beaudreau- Lot 1 1.00 Acres Little Coharie
-Gary S Frye, Melodie Smith Frye, Jennifer Leigh Smith Overton, Joel S Smith to Tena Rich,
Terry Rich, Cynthia Rich Sprouse- Tract 5 JW Rich Heirs Land Division 13.37 Acres South
River
-Robert Ray carter, John Thomas Johnson, Ruby Carter Johnson, Brenda Faye Carter
Parker, Gene Parker to Pamela R Carter, William Michael Carter- Tracts 18 & 19 John E
Fowler Farm South Clinton
-James H High, Jeanne Bradshaw High to Crystal Jean O’Mara- 2 Tracts w/exceptions Halls
-BB&T to Seth N Garber- Lot 3 Beaman Farm w/exceptions McDaniels
-Allison Scott Driver, Christopher D Driver, Allison Scott/AKA to Allison Scott Driver,
Christopher D Driver- Lot 15 BW Carter Property Division North Clinton
-Kenneth E Umbarger to Demetrio Valdez Carbajal, Avelina Toledo De Valdez- 0.872 Acre
Mingo
-Sandra Godwin, Portia Godwin Knowles to Connie R Godwin, Dianne H Godwin- 24 Acres
Sampson
-Joyce B Locklear to Joyce Lenora Locklear-1 Acre Herring
-Senia G Ray to Dianna Angrum Strong- 1 Acer Lisbon
-Jake W Lee, LaRuth J Lee to Billie Jo Aman, James Milton Jones- 3.79 Acres Newton Grove
-Anna Godbold, Cleveland Henry Godbold Jr to Charles G Sessoms and Lyndia F Sessoms2 Tracts w/exceptions Little Coharie
-DKG Enterprises Inc to Freedom Constructors Inc of Dunn- Lot 5, 8, 9 Phase One Grove
Place Estates
-Meretta Maxine Gerald to Joe H Godwin- Lot 1 1.23 Acres
-Ervie Jean Westbrook, MS Westbrook to Lisa Michelle Tiemeier, Mark Edward Tiemeier3.30 Acres North Clinton
-Hugh B Barwick Jr, Etta Sue Butler to Rainy Day Holding LLC- Lot 2 6.68 Acres North
Clinton
-Thornton Logging Company to Gary Lee Blue and Lasheika Moneak Blie- Lot 32 Plainview
-Barbara Ann Clifton to Thornton Homes Co- 1.35 Acres North Clinton
-Bridget Renee Terwilliger, Mark Eric Terwilliger to Heather D Johnson and Ronald T
Velarde- Lot 4 Killington Place Subdivision
-Springleaf Financial Services of North Carolina Inc to Thornton Homes Co- Lot Halls
-Carla Merritt Griffin, Michael Griffin, Timothy L Merritt, Audrey M Peterson to Kenneth
Anthony Merritt- Tract 1 5.45 Acres Taylors Bridge
-Mildred Herring to Christiana Trust/BENE, Normandy Mortgage Loan Trust Series 201314/BENE, Wilmington savings Fund Society/FSB as Trustee/BENE- 0.70 Acres Belvoir
-Jimmy Williams to Mary A McMillan- Lot 17 1.00 Acres Newton Grove
-Dorothy Tart Warren to Dorothy Tart Warren Revocable Trust, Henry C Warren/Co TR,
Dorothy W Williams/Co Tr- 3 Tracts Mingo
-Esther F Carlisle, Larry C Carlisle to Jackson Family Investments LLC- Tract 1 100.12 Acres
w/exceptions Dismal
-Pamela R Carter, Robert Ray Carter, William Michael Carter, John Thomas Johnson, Ruby
Carter Johnson, Brenda Faye Carter Parker, Gene Parker to Jackie King, Carl Westbrook- 2
Tracts w/exceptions South Clinton
-Marcelo Velazques Torres, Orlando Velazques Torres to Barbara C Norris and Wilbert
Norris- 0.44 Acres South River
-Linda F Moore/WATA, Elliot Lloyd Vann, Linda F Vann to Ariana Lira Betancourt, Saul
Gaona Talonia- Halls Lot
-Shelia J Jackson to Jennifer J Honeycutt, Jeffrey B Jackson- 2 Tracts Newton Grove
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Chamber Chat
With Janna Bass
The Chamber strives to serve our members through offering a wide variety of activities and opportunities; striving
to meet each individual need for continued community
involvement, networking, and economic growth for their
organization or business. In 2013, the Clinton-Sampson
Chamber of Commerce is excited to have begun to offer an
educational and networking opportunity for our non-profit
organizations that utilize volunteers.
BUSINESS
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Congratulations
Chamber Member of the Week
As many of us know and understand; volunteers are what make many of our organizations who we are today. Without volunteers, many organizations would not be able to
offer such services to the local community, Sampson County, and North Carolina. This
network was designed to give volunteer managers the tools and resources needed to recruit, retain, and assist their volunteers as much as possible.
In 2013, three opportunities were offered to organizations that utilize volunteers; opportunities which included seminars on Volunteer Recruitment and Retention. After great
feedback from the participants, this opportunity will continue in 2014, beginning on
Wednesday, March 19th. This seminar will feature round table brainstorming discussion
between non-profit organizations and volunteer managers. We encourage attendees to
submit a question or topic for discussion by e-mail to [email protected]
or call 910-592-6177. Other seminars this year will include “Recruiting Volunteers with
Different Generations in Mind” with Harriett Edwards and a workshop on the Governors
Volunteer Award with Faye Stone.
For more information about the Volunteer Management Network provided through the
Clinton-Sampson Chamber of Commerce or if you are looking to volunteer with one
of the many organizations within Sampson County and would like more information,
give us a call at (910) 592-6177. We look forward to ensuring our non-profit and other
organizations have the tools and resources needed in order to provide the best for those
within Sampson County.
Congratulations to the Chamber’s Member of the Week, Sampson Women’s Center,
located at 603 Beaman Street, Suite 100 in Clinton. Sampson Women’s Center opened
April 1, 2010 with Dr. Scott Augustine who specializes in gynecology and obstetrics.
Dr. LaShawn Strayhorn joined the practice on October 1, 2013 also specializing in
gynecology and obstetrics. Both providers are accepting new patients and most
insurance is accepted. For more information about Sampson Women’s Center
contact Dr. Scott Augustine at (910) 590-8050, email [email protected] or visit
www.sampsonrmc.org. For more information about the Clinton-Sampson Chamber
of Commerce call (910) 592-6177 or visit www.clintonsampsonchamber.org.
Ribbon Cutting
The Clinton-Sampson Chamber of Commerce celebrated
with Rodriguez Accounting, as a new business and
chamber member on Wednesday, February 19, 2014.
Owned and operated by Ada Rodriguez. Located at 121
Vance Street in Downtown, Clinton. Rodriguez Accounting
specializes in accounting, ITIN Personal, professional
payroll, and Bookkeeping. For more information about
Rodriguez Accounting, please contact Ada Rodriguez at
(910) 299-0539 or email rodriguez.accounting@yahoo.
com. For more information about the Clinton-Sampson
Chamber of Commerce call (910) 592-6177 or visit www.
clintonsampsonchamber.org.
The Clinton-Sampson Chamber of Commerce enjoyed
a grand opening and ribbon cutting celebration with
Sampson Regional Medical Center and its new Wound
Care & Hyperbaric Center on Thursday, February 20th.
Located at 607 Beaman Street in Clinton. The Wound
Care & Hyperbaric Center at Sampson Regional Medical
Center offers new hope for healing chronic wounds that
have been slow to respond to traditional treatment.
Using advanced therapeutic techniques and technology,
the goal is to return patients safely and comfortably
to the health and lifestyle they deserve. For more
information about the Wound Care & Hyperbaric Center,
please contact Program Director Andy Narron at (910)
590- 8710, email [email protected] or visit
www.sampsonrmc.org. For more information about the
Clinton-Sampson Chamber of Commerce call (910) 5926177 or visit www.clintonsampsonchamber.org.
The Clinton-Sampson Chamber of Commerce celebrated
with El Mazatlan, as a new chamber member on Thursday,
February 20, 2014. Located at 1351-D Sunset Avenue,
Clinton. El Mazatlan is owned and operated by Heriberto
Alvarez. El Mazatlan is a traditional and authentic
mexican restaurant, where fresh food is prepared daily
and is open 7 days a week. For more information about
El Mazatlan, please contact Heriberto Alvarez at (910)
592-4061 or email [email protected].
For more information about the Clinton-Sampson
Chamber of Commerce call (910) 592-6177 or visit www.
clintonsampsonchamber.org.
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with washing machine and dryer included. Nice deck on back provides a great place for a
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hardwood floors, recently painted and fenced yard. The home is well-insulated and was built with quality
in mind. Beautiful home ready to move in! Quiet country setting but convenient to local schools,
shopping or a short commute to Fayetteville, Fort Bragg, Stedman and Clinton. Take advantage of the
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