Caldwell Serving Caldwell County North Carolina Volume 1, Issue 28 www.CaldwellJournal.com Free Thursday, April 9, 2015 Armstrong Hatchery in Marion sabotaged, 150,000 Rainbow Trout killed By Mark Jackson {Caldwell Journal}...The McDowell News reported that Armstrong Fish Hatchery Superintendent Michael Anderson told the sheriff’s office that someone turned a valve at the facility sometime this past Saturday afternoon (04-04-2015). Turning the valve diverted fresh water away from the hatchery, where more than tens of thousands of rainbow trout were living. With no fresh water coming into the hatchery, the rainbow trout couldn’t survive and suffocated. Officials with the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission say they will try to minimize the effects upon fishermen in western North Carolina. David Deaton, fish production supervisor with the commission, said the trout would have been used to stock area streams and rivers for this year and next. Despite the fish kill, biologists are working to mitigate the damage and ensure the Wildlife Commission will be able to meet stocking schedules for all of their trout-stocking programs in WNC. “Vandalism over Easter weekend at our Armstrong State Fish Hatchery in McDowell County killed an estimated 150,000 rainbow trout that ranged in size from 4 to 10 inches in length. An investigation is underway. Meanwhile, our biologists are identifying options for meeting fish-stocking schedules as planned, including transferring trout from another Wildlife Commission hatchery and increasing feeding rates to grow other trout faster. In addition, the Wildlife Commission has been fortunate to receive multiple offers of assistance and trout from other state fish & wildlife agencies, including the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources and the Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries.” From the N.C. Wildlife Commission facebook page. The Armstrong Fish Hatchery actually stocks the Yadkin River Greenway (Pee Dee River), Joes Fork and Buffalo Creek. The Table Rock Fish Hatchery stocks Wilson Creek and the Boone Fork Pond. All waters are located in Caldwell County. Photo courtesy of the NC Wildlife Resources Commission. Madison Bumgarner wins in first start of the season By Mark Jackson {Caldwell Journal}...Madison Bumgarner starts the 2015 season with a win over the Arizona Diamondbacks on Monday, April 6, 2015 picking up right where he left off last October. Madison scattered six hits and struck out three. “Our goal is to win games and that’s it, find a way to do it,” Bumgarner said. “I felt pretty good, throwing strikes, getting ahead of guys, making pitches. The defense was great behind me, picking me up multiple times. They were great.” Quote from MLB.com. Caldwell Men’s Chorus announces its Spring Concert…with special guest Dan Truhitte who played Rolf in The Sound of Music By Keith Smith...The Caldwell Men’s Chorus announces its Spring Concert on Saturday, April 18th at 7:30 PM at First Presbyterian Church, 1002 Kirkwood Street NW, Lenoir 28645. The concert is free and open to the public. Special musical guests will be a young ladies’ choir called the Youth Ensemble Singers (YES), and Mr. Daniel Truhitte, the gentleman who played Rolf Gruber in the 1965 classic iconic movie, “The Sound of Music.” Continued on page 13... 2 Thursday, April 9, 2015 Caldwell Journal Info Dust bin fire at Granite Hardwoods “Published each Thursday by the Caldwell Journal” Established October 2, 2014 Volume 1, Issue 28 By Mark Jackson {Caldwell Journal}...Firefighters Advertising Rates: 1/12 Page Ad - $30.00 for 4 weeks (1.275” high x 3.225” wide) 1/6 Page Ad - $45.00 for 4 weeks (2.55” high x 3.225” wide) 1/2 Page Ad - $65.00 for 4 weeks (7.65” high x 3.225” wide) Full Page Ad - $95.00 for 4 weeks (7.65” high x 6.45” wide) Contact Us: www.caldwelljournal.com www.facebook.com/CaldwellJournal [email protected] 828.493.4798 The content of the articles or the advertisements does not necessarily represent the opinions of anyone affiliated with the Caldwell Journal. The Caldwell Journal is a non-discriminatory paper. Our Deadline Is On Friday At 5pm For Next Week's Paper Caldwell Journal Weather A couple of t-storms High 80 Low 61 Precipitation: 0.50 in. High 76 Low 48 Precipitation: 0.06in. High 72 Low 39 Precipitation: 0.00 in. High 70 Low 47 Precipitation: 0.00 in. High 72 Low 52 Precipitation: 0.32 in. High 76 Low 57 Precipitation: 0.00 in. High 74 Low 56 Precipitation: 0.00 in. responded to a dust bin at Granite Hardwoods in Granite Falls on Sunday, April 5. Granite Falls Fire Department, Sawmills Fire & Rescue Department and Lovelady Rescue Squad all responded to the scene. No major damage was reported. Firefighters just had to make certain that the fire was completely out inside the dust bin which took a lot of water to do so. Thursday, April 9, 2015 3 Caldwell UNC Healthcare coming soon to Granite Falls But…the Caldwell Surgery Center is opposed by Catawba County healthcare providers and caught up in red tape. Caldwell Memorial Hospital intends to develop a new freestanding multi-specialty ambulatory surgical facility with three operating rooms and one procedure room at a cost of $4.1 million dollars with a project completion date of December 2016. Actually the three operating rooms will be transferred from the George M. Hancock Surgery Center in Lenoir to the new facility with a net gain of zero. The project is awaiting final approval for the second time by state regulators. Two large hospital systems in neighboring Catawba County, which would face new competition for patients and profits, are opposing the facility along with other smaller healthcare facilities. Still, county officials remain hopeful that it is on track for approval this year. What is the motivation for healthcare facilities in neighboring Catawba County to oppose the Caldwell Surgery Center? Caldwell Memorial Hospital has submitted two CON (Certificate of Need) applications with the first one being denied and now it appears that a decision will not come until sometime in April for the second application which will bring this process to over a year. As soon as we hear about some movement we will be sure to let you know… Mon thru Sat 10am to 5pm Sun 1pm to 5pm Located just north of McDonalds in Granite Falls & across from the State Employees Credit Union on 321. 4535 Lower Cedar Valley Road • Hudson, NC KARTOFFELSALAT (German Potato Salad) Ingredients 6 medium white potatoes or 15-20 small new potatoes 6 slices bacon, diced Pinch pepper 1/2 cup diced onion 3-4 Tbsp. vinegar 1 tsp. flour 1/2 cup water 2 tsp. sugar Minced parsley 2 tsp. salt Directions Cook potatoes in jackets in salted water. When barely fork tender, drain, peel and dice. Fry bacon until crisp; remove from pan. Add onion and cook until tender in the bacon fat. Drain off all but 1 Tbsp. bacon fat. Add the flour, sugar, salt and pepper to the skillet and cook and stir until lightly brown. Stir in the vinegar and water and cook until slightly thickened. Again add the bacon, pour over the diced potatoes. Stir to blend gently. Sprinkle minced parsley over the top. 4 Thursday, April 9, 2015 Thursday, April 9, 2015 Spring is ideal time for homeowners to submit soil samples By the NCDA&CS Public Affairs Division...The N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Service urges home gardeners and landscapers to prepare now to submit soil samples over the next few months to optimize growing conditions. Beginning in April and until the last of November, there is no charge for soil testing, and sample results are usually ready within about a week of submitting samples. Testing for soil pH is extremely important to determine the lime needs for flower beds, vegetable gardens and lawns, said Jagathi Kamalakanthan, agronomist with the department’s Soil Testing Lab. If soils are not limed properly, excessive soil acidity can damage roots. Also, an incorrect soil pH can affect nutrient availability. “Lime begins to work as soon as it is applied, but it is best to apply it well in advance of planting so that there is adequate time for the lime to neutralize the soil acidity.” Kamalakanthan said. 5 the Salon at Park Square “An Upscale Salon Without Upscale Prices!” We now offer massage therapy by Megan Arndt Pedicures, Manicures, Shellacs, Brisa Gel, Electrolysis 10 Park Square Granite Falls, North Carolina 28630 828.396.7878 We Are Located In Downtown Granite Falls Next To Sherrill’s Jewelry Mackie Furniture Company Complete Home Furnishings and Appliances “We Service What We Sell” DOWNTOWN - GRANITE FALLS 13 North Main Street 828-396-3313 [email protected] www.mackiefurniture.com In addition to lime needs, phosphorus and potassium levels in the soil are also important for proper plant growth. Given the cost of fertilizer today, there is no need to waste money if nutrient levels are adequate. Also, avoiding unnecessary fertilizer applications helps to protect the environment. For tilled areas such as vegetable gardens, collect soil from the surface to about 6 to 8 inches deep, Kamalakanthan said. In established beds or lawns, collect soil from the surface to a depth of 4 inches. She suggests using a garden trowel to get a “slice” of soil if you do not have a soil probe. We Buy, Sell & Trade Tues thru Fri 9 to 5 Sat 9 to 1 It is also important to make sure that a sample adequately represents a given area. To do this, collect soil from 10 to 12 places randomly throughout the area, mixing them well in a plastic bucket. Once mixed, fill the NCDA&CS soil box to the red line indicated on the box. Collect separate samples for different areas- vegetable garden, lawn, flower bed, etc. A guide to collection of a soil sample is available on our website. www.ncagr.gov/agronomi/ pdffiles/samhome.pdf. 538 Central Street, Hudson, NC 28638 YESTERYEARS Antiques & Collectibles 828.728.3161 [email protected] Step Back In Time… Come Visit YESTERYEARS!!! 1000’s Of Items 6 Thursday, April 9, 2015 Music at Your Fingertips! INTRODUCING MY MEDIA BURN BAR Available at Leap of Faith Christian Book Store Access to thousands of the latest songs from Christian contemporary, Southern Gospel and Bluegrass artists. No need to order and wait for accompaniment tracks. Use the My Media Burn Bar kiosk to select, listen and burn the track in the store while you shop. Customize your own CD by selecting songs from different soundtracks. Visit the store or call 828-758-0777 for more information. Leap of Faith Christian Books and Gifts 2025-A3 Morganton Blvd. Lenoir, NC 28645 828-758-0777 Thursday, April 9, 2015 7 St. Joseph Indigent Clinic Fundraiser By Matt Miller...Every Saturday a small medical clinic, tucked away inside the parish hall of St. Joseph Church in Newton, N.C., opens its doors to uninsured people who can’t get affordable medical care anywhere else. The waiting room quickly fills up with people coming to see Dr. Douglas Miller or other volunteer physicians. St. Joseph’s Indigent Clinic has provided close to 20,000 patient visits to both immigrant Hispanics and native born Americans since it opened in 1997. On February 13th 2015 Dr. Douglas Miller MD was awarded the Chapter Volunteerism and Community Service Award from the NC branch of the American College of Physicians for his work at this clinic. The Chapter Volunteerism and Community Service Award was initiated to honor members who have distinguished themselves in voluntary service in the area of medicine and are eminent as true humanitarians. Award recipients are eligible for nomination for the National Oscar E. Edwards Memorial Award for Volunteerism and Community Service. Dr Miller is a practicing internist in Hickory, NC with Catawba Valley Internal Medicine. With the help of translator and cofounder Miguel Caraballo, Dr. Miller has worked almost every Saturday since 1997. Dr Miller and his wife Karen live in Hickory and have 12 children and 24 grandchildren. With the intent of the clinic at heart, we ask you join us on Friday April 17th for the St Joseph Indigent Clinic Fundraiser. It will be a wonderful evening to raise money to purchase medical equipment for this 100% volunteer clinic. The event is a Semiformal Dinner and will begin at 7:00 PM with music performed by Jackie Finley and Nathan Hefner. The Four Course meal will include wine with dinner and will be catered by Bistro 127. The cost is $45 per person and $80 per couple. The proceeds will go to the clinic. After a short recognition of volunteers and talk by St Dorothy's of Lincolnton Pastor Father David Miller at 8:00 PM, the evening will continue with dancing and a cash bar will be available until 11 PM. The event will be held at Warehouse 18 Venues, 18 2nd Street SE, Hickory, NC 28602. Tickets can be purchased online at warehouse18venues.com or call 828-320-4566. St. Joseph’s Catholic Church Indigent Clinic 720 W. 13th Street Newton, NC 28658, (828) 465-2878 Good Christian Learning At Affordable Prices Ages 6 weeks to 12 years 828-212-0900 Mackie Funeral Home “Where our focus is on Serving Families, not Selling Funerals ” Family Owned & Operated 35 Duke Street Granite Falls, NC 828-396-3385 www.mackiefh.com Mackie F U N E R A L H O M E www.mackiefh.com Poovey's Chapel Baptist Church w ill be sponsoring the "Light the Way 5k" at Redwood Park in Hudson on Friday, May 8 with registration at 7pm. Registration is $15 by May 2 and $20 after May 2. Free t-shirt for every paid participant and prizes for each category of racers. Funds raised will sponsor Carolina Youth Camp, LOCAL Missions Week and other summer events for the youth. For more information call 828-850-1788, 828-7287210 or go to www.pooveyschapel.org. You may also visit Light the Way 5k Facebook page and register online. 8 Thursday, April 9, 2015 Wildlife Commission Opens Hatchery-Supported Trout Waters, Provides New Stocking Information Online By the N.C. Wildlife Resource Commission ...The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission will open ap- proximately 1,100 miles of Hatchery-Supported Trout Waters in 25 western counties at 7 a.m. on April 4. The season will run through Feb. 29, 2016. While fishing on Hatchery-Supported Trout Waters, anglers can harvest a maximum of seven trout per day, with no minimum size limits or bait restrictions. To give trout anglers better opportunities to plan fishing trips in advance, the Commission now is posting stocking dates and locations for the entire stocking season by week, and posting daily updates at noon for all waters stocked that day. Information can be searched by county, by month, or both. “We have wanted to help trout anglers by giving more advance notice of stocking dates and locations so they can plan fishing trips better without impacting our program,” said David Deaton, fish production supervisor for the Commission’s Division of Inland Fisheries. “Between the weekly stocking schedule and the daily stocking updates, anglers can go online at noon to see which streams got stocked that day, and which streams have yet to be stocked that week.” Hatchery-Supported Trout Waters, marked by green-and-white signs, are stocked from March until August every year, depending on the individual stream. Many of these waters are stocked monthly, although some heavily fished waters are stocked more frequently. Commission personnel will stock nearly 926,000 trout - 96 percent of which average 10 inches in length, with the other 4 percent exceeding 14 inches in length. Stocked trout are produced primarily in two mountain region fish hatcheries operated by the Commission and are distributed along hatchery-supported streams where public access for fishing is available. While Hatchery-Supported Trout Waters are open to public fishing, many of those miles are privately owned. “Opportunities to fish on many of these hatchery-supported trout streams are only available through the support and generosity of landowners,” Deaton said. “It’s important for anglers to respect the property that they’re fishing on and remember that landowners can take away access if they feel their property is being misused.” Anglers can help prevent the loss of public access to fishing by: Respecting private property and landowners at all times; Removing all trash and litter from fishing and parking areas; Parking only in designated areas and leaving driveways open for traffic; Closing and/or locking gates after use; and, Reporting wildlife violations by calling 1-800-662-7137. For a complete list of all Hatchery-Supported Trout Waters, as well as trout maps and weekly stocking summaries on Hatchery-Supported Trout Waters, visit the Commission’s trout fishing page. Weekly stocking information appears online for seven days, and updates are posted on Fridays after fish are stocked. For more information on fishing in public, inland waters, visit the Commission’s website, www.ncwildlife.org or call the Division of Inland Fisheries, 919-707-0220. Caldwell County trout fishing spots that are hatchery supported include Wilson Creek, Boone Fork Pond, Yadkin River Greenway (Pee Dee River), Joes Fork and Buffalo Creek. Thursday, April 9, 2015 9 Dr. Herb Says….Take These Steps To Health Herbs A to Z Continued on page 10... 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Natural & Organic Foods Natural Antioxidants Cleansing for the Entire Body Organic Snacks, Teas, Juices Sun 7 to 6 M-T 7 to 6 Natural Medical Physician Doctor Herb Cole, N.D. 1920 Hwy. 70 W. • Hickory, NC 28602 828-322-5316 Healthier Living for a Better World Serving The Unifour Area For Over 35 Years!!! Natural Food Store Alternative Medicines All-Natural Weight Loss Programs High Cholesterol Solutions Arthritis Relief (828) 322-5316 www.naturalfoodstorenc.com 1920 Highway 70 Southwest Hickory, North Carolina 28602 Fri 7 to 5 Sat closed Thursday, April 9, 2015 13 Spring Has Sprung Strawberry Cabbage And More Broccoli Cauliflower Brussel Sprouts We Have Tomatoes Rutabaga Spinach Lettuce Potatoes Onions And More! Caldwell Men’s Chorus announces its Spring Concert…with special guest Dan Truhitte who played Rolf in The Sound of Music Continued from page 1... This is the 50th Anniversary of the movie and the Men’s Chorus and YES will perform a medley of music from “The Sound of Music,” featuring Mr. Truhitte as soloist. Dan Truhitte currently resides in Concord, NC, and performed in a recent one night “Sound of Music” gala fundraiser with Brooke Shields at Carnegie Hall. Also performing will be Mr. Greg Knight, a very accomplished pianist. The girls will perform first, singing “The Secret,” “Popular” from the Broadway Musical “Wicked” and the hit song, “Happy” by Pharrell Williams. The men will present a program consisting of both secular and sacred music, including, “Vive L’Amour,” “Music of the Ages,” the Lord Byron poem “She Walks in Beauty,” Czechoslovakian folk song “Stodole Pumpa,” “The Pasture,” from the Frostiana series, American Folk Song ‘Black is the Color of My True Love’s Hair,” Cowboy Song “Ghost Riders in the Sky,” and spirituals “The Haven of Rest,” “Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing,” “Sunshine in My Soul,” and “Swing Down, Chariot.” The concert will conclude with all performers joining together for the climactic “Sound of Music” medley. The Caldwell Men’s Chorus is a non-profit chorus, featuring 25 male singers from the ages of 18-82. The Yes girls’ choir features 16 singers, ages 8-16. The Director for both groups is Mr. Keith Smith. The concert is free, though donations will be accepted. You do not need a ticket, just show up at the door. Standing room only is expected so everyone is encouraged to come early as the seating is first come, first served. Mr. Truhitte will be happy to take pictures and sign items after the concert. For further information, please call 322-3169. For the latest news and information go to: 14 Thursday, April 9, 2015 Hickory Hops Brewers Festival By the Hickory Hops Brewers Festival...Saturday, April 25 is set for this year's Hickory Hops beer festival. Staged near Union Square in downtown Hickory, the 13th annual outdoor beer festival is organized by Hickory Downtown Development Association and hosted by Olde Hickory Brewery. It offers plenty for everyone, from inexperienced beer novices to hardened beer fest veterans anxious for something unusual. Pouring for six hours, beginning at 1:00, live music will be presented by the Baby Black Orchestra and a special guest, rain or shine. Food is available at many downtown restaurants during the festival. Brewers sell t-shirts, pint glasses, mugs and a sundry of other breweriana. Come celebrate North Carolina's craft beer industry. All but a handful of the 54 participants on hand hail from the Tarheel State. In addition to perennial fest participants like Olde Hickory, Highland, Natty Greene's and RJ Rockers, Hickory Hops 2015 will introduce six new NC breweries. Less than a year old, Flat Top is located in Banner Elk. Lost Province and Appalachian Mountain Brewery reside in Boone, Asheville's Hi-Wire and nearby Thirsty Monk along with Lenoir's Loe's Brewing round out the six-pack. Complementing the Hickory Hops festivities, the Carolinas Championship of Beer makes its 10th appearance this year. Several weeks before the fest, festival beers are subjected to a blind-judged competition. In early-April, about 350 beers, spanning 124 different styles, will be analyzed by a panel of certified judges, brewers and experienced judges. Gold, silver and bronze medals in each category will be presented to winning brewers at a private brewers' dinner held the evening before the festival. During Hickory Hops, engraved plaques will be awarded to three Best of Show winners. Hickory Hops is a celebration of all things beer. Throughout its history, Hickory Hops has become one of the South's most favored brew fests. This brewer-friendly event, always one of the first of the spring/ summer season, brings out the best from local and regional craft brewers. Cask conditioned ales will be featured by many, as will other special or seasonal ales and lagers. The Hickory audience has always shown its appreciation and respect for this brewed art. Brewers are available to answer questions, share tasting notes and enjoy the day. Many past fest-goers have described the beer festival as "the most fun [they've] ever had in downtown Hickory." Tickets are available on-line at www.hickoryhops.com ($30) and at downtown's Olde Hickory Station, Olde Hickory Tap Room and Amos Howards Brew Works on Highway 70 West ($35 - cash). Tickets may also be purchased at the gate on the day of the event ($40). Designated driver tickets are $10. Must be 21 years of age to enter the gate. No kids. No dogs. No coolers. Come enjoy Hickory's most fun event! Coffee with the Curator schedule at the Caldwell Heritage Museum “All the coffee you can drink – All the history you can absorb.” April 8, 2015 – 10 a.m. Topic – Fort Defiance Facilitator – Becky Phillips May 13, 2015 – 10 a.m. Topic – Little Known Evidence about Frankie Silver Facilitator – Maxine Mc Call June 10, 2015 – 10 a.m. Topic – Tom Dooley: A Wilkes County Legend Facilitator – Karen Reynolds July 8, 2015 – 10 a.m. Topic – Celebrating the US Constitution Facilitator – Beverly Beal, Facilitator Suggested donation – $5.00 per person. www.caldwellmuseum.org Thursday, April 9, 2015 15 Public Asked to Provide Feedback on Draft Schedule for Transportation Projects By the NDDOT...The N.C. Department of Transportation wants your feedback on its Draft 10-Year State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) and how it was developed. This is the first STIP developed under the new Strategic Transportation Investments law, which established the Strategic Mobility Formula. NCDOT will hold a regional meeting on Monday, April 13, in Hickory for paired divisions 11 and 12. Division 11 includes Alleghany, Ashe, Avery, Caldwell, Surry, Watauga, Wilkes and Yadkin counties. Division 12 includes Alexander, Catawba, Cleveland, Gaston, Iredell and Lincoln counties. The informal meeting will be held at the Western Piedmont Council of Government Offices, located at 1880 2nd Avenue NW, Hickory, NC, 28349, from 4-7 p.m. The public is invited to stop in, ask questions and provide feedback on the process the department used to develop the Draft STIP. Anyone who cannot attend a session in person, can easily view the materials and submit their comments electronically through MindMixer, an online public engagement tool. They will also have the option of participating through a webcast on April 23 during the statewide information session. Webinar details will be posted on both MindMixer and the STI Public Meetings page. During the past year and a half, NCDOT has worked with the state legislature, local planning organizations and other stakeholders across the state to implement the law and develop the 2016-2025 State Transportation Improvement Program. NCDOT is asking the public to provide feedback on: · The process to develop the STIP and ideas for improvement · The variety and geographic diversity of the projects The 2016-2025 Draft STIP, is one of the department’s most comprehensive programs ever. The document includes 1,073 projects across all transportation modes and all 100 counties. The Board of Transportation is expected to approve the Final 2016-2025 STIP in June, which will be the final step in implementing STI. Feedback from the information sessions will be used by the Prioritization Workgroup to determine changes to the process for the next round of project prioritization and development of the 2018-2027 STIP. NCDOT will provide auxiliary aids and services under the Americans with Disabilities Act for disabled persons who want to participate in this meeting. Anyone requiring special services should contact Anamika Laad at [email protected] 919-707-6072 as early as possible so that arrangements can be made. NCDOT also will provide interpretive services upon request for persons who do not speak English, or have a limited ability to read, speak or understand English. Anyone requesting these services should do so prior to the meeting by calling 1-800-481-6494. Ashewood Grief And Counseling Services w ill be pr esenting Good Mourning Children's Grief Camp 2015 on Saturday, April 25. Registration will be 9:00-9:30am with the camp from 9:30am3:00pm. This free day camp, devoted to remembering and healing, will be held at United Presbyterian Church, 415 Pennell Street, Lenoir. The camp welcomes children, ages 6 to 12, who have experienced the loss of a significant person in their lives to death. Please bring a photo of the person lost that can be used in an art project. Lunch provided. Space is limited, and registration is required, the earlier the better. Contact Caldwell Hospice and Palliative Care at 828-754-0101 for a registration form. Meadowbrook Baptist Church w ill be celebr ating their 50th An niver sar y (1965 -2015) with Homecoming Services on Sunday, May 3 at 10:00am. Rev. Donnie Solesbee, a former pastor (19811987) will be the featured speaker. Lunch will follow the services. The public is cordially invited to attend. 16 Thursday, April 9, 2015 Disabled American Veterans FUNDRAISER Sponsored by: Rock Creek Coon Hunting Club COON NIGHT HUNT Friday, April 17th (meals starting @ 5pm) Saturday, April 18th (meals starting @ 4pm) Rock Creek Coon Hunting Club 3482 Bowman Road Granite Falls, NC 28630 Barbeque Plates and Sandwiches Raffle Tickets (do not have to be present to win) 1st Prize...Henry Silver Eagle .22LR Lever Action Rifle, Walnut Stock (average retail $845.00) 2nd Prize...Night Hunting Light 3rd Prize…$100 Cash 4th Prize...Brick of .22LR Quiet Ammo Many other prizes SPECIAL raffle nights of hunt, must be present to win Thursday, April 9, 2015 News Briefs from CCC&TI Summer and Fall Semester Registration for New Students Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute will begin registering new students for the Summer 2015 and Fall 2015 semesters on April 9 on both the Caldwell and Watauga Campuses. Summer classes begin on Monday, May 18. Final Registration for Fall 2015 Semester will be held Wednesday, Aug. 12. Fall classes begin on Monday, August 17. For more information on how to apply or register for classes at CCC&TI, contact Student Services at 828-726-2700 on the Caldwell Campus and 828-297-3811 on the Watauga Campus. CCC&TI to Welcome Author Jay Leutze for Writer’s Symposium Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute will host Jay Leutze, author of the Stand Up That Mountain, for its 2015 Laurette LePrevost Writers Symposium. The college will host a reading and question-andanswer session with Leutze on Thursday, April 9 at 12 p.m. on the Watauga Campus of CCC&TI in Boone, and later that evening at 7 p.m. at the J.E. Broyhill Civic Center in Lenoir. On Friday, April 10, another reading and question-and-answer session will be held at 12 p.m. in the Caldwell Campus Gym in Hudson. All events are free and open to the public. CCC&TI Hosting Open House for High School Seniors Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute will host an open house event for high school seniors on Thursday evening, April 16, from 5 to 7 p.m. on the Caldwell Campus in Hudson. Senior Night participants will be able to meet instructors and current CCC&TI students, as well as learn about programs of study, student organizations and tour the campus. Free pizza will be available to those who attend. For more information about Senior Night at CCC&TI or how to register for classes, call 828-726-2705 or visit www.cccti.edu. J.E. Broyhill Civic Center Presents “Rapunzel! Rapunzel! A Very Hairy Fairy Tale” Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute’s J.E. Broyhill Civic Center will present “Rapunzel! Rapunzel! Continued on page 19... 17 18 Thursday, April 9, 2015 Terry’s Insurance 23-1 Falls Avenue Granite Falls, NC 828-310-2865 [email protected] Life * Health * Medicare Supplements * Part D Medicare Advantage * Long Term Care Insurance “Also providing Custom Window Treatments” Drapery Bed Ensembles Blinds Shutters Shades Decorating Service Upholstered Cornices Installation Call Carolyn Whisnant 828-381-9597 Or drop by anytime! 23-1 Falls Avenue, Granite Falls, NC Trends Hair Salon Trends Hair Salon would like to thank all of our loyal, wonderful, customers for 16 years of great business! We strive on running our business with excellent services and great customer service. Our main goal is that each customer leaves happy and looking great! We hope to see each one of you soon and always welcome new clients! 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For more information or for tickets, call the Civic Center Box Office at 828Hebrews 12:2 “Looking unto Jesus the author 726-2407 or visit www.broyhillcenter.com Craft Brewing 101 The Corporate and Continuing Education Department at Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute will offer Craft Brewing 101 with instructor and local brewer Jason Howard beginning Tuesday, April 28. The class will meet as follows: Tuesday, April 28 from 6 to 8 p.m. on the Caldwell Campus of CCC&TI; Saturday, May 2 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Howard Brewing Company in Lenoir; Thursday, May 14 from 6 to 8 p.m. at CCC&TI; Thursday, May 28 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Howard Brewing. Cost of the course is $125 and includes brewing kit and ingredients For more information on this course or to register, call 7262242. Must be 21 or older to take this course. Foundation 5K CCC&TI will once again host the Foundation 5K race event to raise funds for student scholarships. The event will be held on Saturday, May 30 at 9 a.m. at Redwood Park in Hudson and will feature a timed 5K race and a Fun Run/Walk. Early registration which includes a race t-shirt is $20 for adults, $15 for CCC&TI students and children. After May 16 through Race Day, registration is $25 for adults and $20 for students and children. Awards will be presented to Top 3 Male and Top 3 Female overall, as well as Top 3 Male and Female in age groups 14 and under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 6069 and 70 and over. For more information or to register, visit www.cccti.edu/foundation5k Summer Day Camp at Harr is Chapel B aptist Church begins Monday, June 15 and is for children that have completed K-5th grades. Daily Bible lessons and a variety of activities each day are fun and great learning experiences. You may call the church office at 828-728-3721 for additional information. and finisher of our faith; who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross.” How could that terrible experience on the cross have any joy connected with it? We are assured that some joyful motive girded Him for the shame and humiliation of the crucifixion. What was the “joy that was set before Him?” Jesus did it in the strength of the anticipated joy of opening wide the gates of Paradise to welcome us into His never ending Kingdom. It was love for us and the desire to be with us for eternity which led Him to endure the unendurable. Jesus was thinking of you and me as He bore the wrenching cruelties of the cross. Are you worth such an infinite price? In the light of eternity the answer is YES! One redeemed person will outlive all the combined years of earth’s total population. Jesus would have endured the cross if it had just been for you. If you go to Heaven and live forever, forever will be longer that the life spans of all the world put together. When you go to Heaven, and love and praise God forever, eventually your praises will outnumber all the praises that have ever gone up to God. By Dr. Herb Cole Of The Natural Food Store 20 Thursday, April 9, 2015 The Ole’ Store We Would Like To Thank Our Customers! Stop by for Prompt, Polite & Pleasant Service... Fresh Produce, Cold Cut Meats, Cheap Drinks, Glass Bottled Sodas, Lottery **Always Competitive On Gas Prices** Great Prices & Selection On Vapor Products Also Cigarettes, Cigars, Chewing Tobacco & Rolling Tobacco Bait & Tackle Live Bait...Minnows, Crickets, Night Crawlers, Red Worms & More! We Sell Hershey’s Ice Cream Stop By For A Scoop Of Ice Cream Or The Best Milk Shakes In Rhodhiss!!! 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According to Paulette Miller, Marketing Director of the symphony, “This concert will be one of the largest productions ever attempted during the symphony’s 50 year history. Approximately 100 musicians, the beautiful voices of the Hickory Choral Society, world renown guest soloists, and trumpets proclaiming the “resurrection.” You don’t want to miss this spectacular musical event.” Tickets are $22-$42, available through Etix.com, or email at [email protected], or call the Symphony box office at 828.324.8603 from 9am2pm M-F. Additional information can be found at WPSymphony.org. The Western Piedmont Symphony is a grant recipient of the North Carolina Arts Council and a funded affiliate of the United Arts Council of Catawba County. Business offices are located on the SALT Block at 243 Third Avenue NE, Hickory. Business hours are 9:00 am until 4:00 pm Monday-Friday. 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Mrs. Gordon is survived by one daughter, Dorthea Ann Cooper of Granite Falls; two sons, Robert Charles Gordon of Oklahoma, Ralph Gordon of California; five granddaughters, Idella Brown of Lenoir, NC and Mary Alexander of Granite Falls; Sarah and Amy Gordon of Oklahoma, Charity Gordon of California; two grandsons, Samuel Cooper of Granite Falls and Charles Gordon of California; ten greatgrandchildren. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, April 7, 2015, from 12:00 to 2:00 PM at Mackie Funeral Home. A Celebration of Life Service will follow in the chapel at 2:00 PM with Rev. Frank Shuping officiating. Burial will be private. Mackie Funeral Home is ser v ing the fa m ily . Y ou m a y v iew th e obitu a r y onlin e a t www.mackiefh.com. Lynn Yount Bean Lynn Yount Bean, age 77, of Granite Falls went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, April 1, 2015, at Camelot Manor. She was born October 5, 1937, daughter of the late W.E. “Tode” and Jennie Adams Yount. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and sister. Mrs. Bean was a member of First United Methodist Church, Granite Falls. She was a graduate of Granite Falls High School. She worked as a bookkeeper for many years until her desire to travel led her to a position at Kent Travel Agency in Lenoir. Her helpful nature and cheerful personality was appreciated by scores of clients. All who knew Lynn will miss her kind and loving spirit. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by two brothers Paul L. Yount and James B. Yount and one sister Barbara Y. Hunt. Mrs. Bean is survived by her loving husband of 57 years, Wayne A. Bean; two sons, Gwyn Evan Bean and wife Lisa of Franklin, TN and Rodney Lee Bean and wife Janice of Cary, NC; three grandchildren, Avery Bean, C.J. and Ashley Bean. Lynn was the sixth of ten children and is survived by siblings Wallace Evan Yount, Jr, David A. Yount, Fred L. Yount, Judy Yount Davis, Steve Yount and Debby Y. Annas. The family will receive friends on Saturday, April 4, 2015, from 1:00 to 2:00 PM at First United Methodist Church, Granite Falls, NC. A Celebration of Life Service will follow at 2:00 PM with Pastor Howard Fleming officiating. Burial will be private. Mackie Funeral Home is ser v ing the fa m ily . Y ou m a y v iew th e obitu a r y onlin e a t www.mackiefh.com. For the latest news and information go to: Thursday, April 9 2015 24 Antiquities Vending Company Before Restoration After Restoration We Carry Glass Bottled Soda Now Over 70 Flavors Available…”Soda That Takes You Back In Time” Commercial Refrigeration, Antique Refrigerators, Restaurant Equipment...Repair & Restoration “If It Stops Cooling, We Can Repair and/or Refurbish It” Always Check With Us First, We Have The Best Prices!!! 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