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The News Reporter
Thursday, November 26, 2015
Volume 125, Number 43 Whiteville, North Carolina
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2-A
?Felix Smith Park to re-open soon.
3-A
? SCC plans for construction in advance
of bond money.
8-A
? NewSong's Merry Christmas Tour coming to town Dec. 5.
Antonio Bustososorio and Nyasia Maxfield play a reading comprehension game to earn chips in class at Evergreen Elementary School Tuesday.
Columbus County teachers rewarded for their Bright Ideas
By NICOLE CARTRETTE News Editor
DIDYOB?
Did you observe ...
Excited students leaving their schools Tuesday for a fiveday Thanksgiving vacation? ... Turkeys, cranberries, dressing mixes and vegetables filling crowded checkout counters at area grocery stores? ... A certain red-suited elf preparing his "house" in Whiteville for the onslaught of youngsters Dec. 2? ...
In her first year of teaching Erica Jackson of Nakina is well on her way to filling her classroom at Evergreen Elementary with new books, educational games and scientific tools that give her first and second-grade students a positive outlook on learning.
"They have so much fun playing the games they do not realize they are learning," said Jackson.
She is among 19 teachers from Columbus County schools who collectively were awarded thousands of dollars in grant from BEMC for their Bright Ideas.
Jackson's $750 BEMC Bright Ideas grant will provide new investigation stations outfitted with kid-friendly microscopes, slides and science kits. Earlier this year, Jackson was awarded
First-year teacher Julie Sellers of Nakina teaches a blended first and second grade class at Evergreen Elementary School and is the recipient of a Brunswick Electric Bright Ideas and Dollar General Literacy grant.
a $1,500 grant from the Dollar General Foundation to launch a classroom library.
A trip to the N.C. Museum of
Natural Sciences in Whiteville with her son R.J. was inspira-
See Bright Ideas, page 14-A
Churches observe community Thanksgiving service together
By DIANA MATTHEWS Contributing Writer
County Deaths
Hallsboro Mitchell D. Garrell
Nakina Virginia Piver Taylor
Bolton George Elliott Best
Fair Bluff Kennedy Emory Bullock
Ricky Goodman
Index
Editorials ......... 12-A Obituaries .......... 7-A Sports ................ 1-B Crime ................ 4-A Living ................ 1-C
Four Whiteville congregations came together at St. Mark's A.M.E. Zion Church in Whiteville for an annual Thanksgiving service. St. Mark A.M.E. Zion Pastor Charlrean B. Mapson presided over the worship service held in the 150-year-old sanctuary of the church, followed by a time of fellowship with refreshments supplied by members of the participating churches.
The Rev. Paul Stallsworth of Whiteville United Methodist Church and Elder Martha McKoy of St. Stephen's Free Will Baptist Church led the congregation in prayers and responsive readings.
Lay readers representing six denominations shared Scripture passages from Isaiah, Deuteronomy, the Psalms and the New Testament.
Alternating with the readings and prayers, the Southeastern Oratorio Society sang three Thanksgiv-
The Southeastern Oratorio Society sings during the community Thanksgiving service.
ing selections under the direction of Interim Director Dr. Tim Koch.
Aliyah Butler, a member of St. Mark's, said she could tell the choir
"had to be having a good time to sing the way they did." She appreciated the way the service, "casts aside the
See Service, page 8-A
Economic development is focus of meeting
nUndisclosed company is eyeing
Georgia Pacific site.
By ALLEN TURNER Staff Writer
Rick Edwards, chairman of the Columbus Jobs Foundation (formerly the Committee of 100), and Columbus County economic developer Gary Lanier shared the podium in Lake Waccamaw Monday night to talk about economic development activities in Columbus County. They spoke at the quarterly meeting of the Columbus County Intergovernmental Council.
The Columbus Jobs Foundation is the retooled version of the old Committee of 100, which had been in existence since 1982. It was renamed recently to more accurately reflect that the group's purpose is to focus on projects to bring more jobs to the county.
Edwards recalled that in 1997, Rhone Sasser ? then with BB&T ? was able to secure funding for the purchase of 200 acres between Chadbourn and Whiteville that became known as Southeastern Regional Park. Things were going "great" for economic development until the recession of 2006, which Edwards said "crippled" the county and the nation economically for years.
As the economy has recovered, Edwards said the Committee of 100 rebranded itself as the Columbus Jobs Foundation to focus on jobs creation for all of Columbus County, not just industrial recruitment.
"Columbus County has great potential and a bright future economically," Edwards said,
See Development, page 6-A
State urges hunting safety as holiday season starts
By JEFFERSON WEAVER Staff Writer
Thanksgiving marks the mid-point in deer season in Columbus County, and the start of a busy time for Wildlife officers.
"Thanksgiving and Christmas are traditional times for family and friends to go hunting," said Darrin Ball, a hunter education coordinator with the Wildlife Resources Commission (WRC). "With all the excitement surrounding the holidays, it's important to make safety a big part of your planning."
With more than a million of the 9.44 million North Carolinians holding some kind of hunting license, fall is a busy time in many rural communities.
Wildlife officers also pointed out that the holiday season is traditionally a time that many inexperienced people take to the woods while visiting family.
"For many North Carolinians, hunting is as much a holiday tradition as carving the turkey and wrapping presents," Ball said.
Thanksgiving falls two years and one day from the date of the last hunting fatality in the county.
Mollie resident Vernon Bryant Gurganus, 79, died Nov. 25, 2013, when he attempted to remove a shotgun from his truck toolbox. The weapon was loaded, and a loose tool caught the trigger, shooting Gurganus once in the chest, according to the investigative summary of the incident.
See Hunting, page 10-A
2-A ? The News Reporter, Thursday, November 26, 2015
Dedication, faith, hard Felix Smith Park to re-open soon
work are King's mantras
By JEFFERSON WEAVER Staff Writer
after dark, and cigarette butts, The new equipment is debeer cans and even used hypo- signed mainly for smaller dermic needles were scattered children, and we're making
Editor's note: the incorrect photograph ran with this story in a previous edition of the newspaper.
By JEFFERSON WEAVER Staff Writer
Heather Renee King doesn't quit.
The East Columbus senior, who is a nominee for the Morehead-Cain and Park scholarships, sees the fruit of her dedication and hard work in her scholastic and athletic endeavors.
"It is a great honor to be nominated for these scholarships because there are many competitive students in my class," she said. "I feel like all of my hard work is finally paying off."
King's parents, Derek and Pamela King, are good examples of both reliability and love of family to their daughter.
"My parents inspire me to work hard," she said. "My mother is a medical technologist at Columbus Regional Healthcare System. My father works at West Fraser Armour Sawmill. He works nightshift, but he always finds the time to come to my piano recitals, tennis matches and parades. He has taught me the importance of caring for my family."
Keeping up with the pianist and museum volunteer can be challenging. In addition to being a member of the Beta Club and the National Honor Society, King is an avid and active tennis player, bowler and musician.
"I have been a member
Heather King
of the Lady Gators' tennis team for all four years of high school," she said. "This year I was team captain and first seed. I have also been a member of the bowling team for four years."
In addition to playing the piano under Melanie Fowler ? and performing in Dr. Sharyn Edwards' Piano Festival at Southeastern Community College--King plays the clarinet in the marching and concert band, and is a keyboardist in the pep band.
She also volunteers at the N.C. Museum of Natural Sciences in Whiteville.
"I love working there because I learn something new every day," she said. "Everyone at the museum is friendly and enthusiastic about sharing their knowledge with others."
King hopes to earn a PharmD degree to someday be better able to help others.
"I have chosen to go into pharmacy because of my love for math and science," she said, "and I want to make a positive impact in other peoples' lives. If I attend UNC Chapel Hill I will obtain my prerequisites and then apply to pharmacy school. If I attend N.C. State I will obtain a bachelor's degree in chemistry."
King has a reputation both on and off the playing field of being determined. She doesn't quit when things get tough.
"Once I begin something, I am dedicated to it," she said. "I never quit halfway through a project. Because I am dedicated to so many things (piano, tennis, bowling, community service) I have lear ned to manage my time and I feel this quality will be of great use to me in college."
Faith plays a big role in King's life and work ethic.
"I am a Christian and attend First Baptist Church at Lake Waccamaw," she said, "and I know that God knows what is best for me. I have given my life to Him to use.
"Following God's will is most important to me," she said.
A much-beloved nighborhood park should soon reopen, with a new emphasis on safety and smaller children.
Tim Collier of the Whiteville Parks and Recreation Department said the renovation is almost complete on Felix Smith Park.
The small park, located at the intersection of Calhoun and Franklin streets, was closed earlier this year due to playground equipment not meeting modern safety standards.
"All we have to do now is wait for the concrete to cure, and put down the surface material," Collier said. "Then we'll be ready to hang the swings, and reopen for business."
The park was donated to the city by the Smith family, and was plagued for years by poor drainage.
The density of trees in the park made it difficult to cultivate grass, and heavy roots from the gum and oak trees made for an uneven, and sometimes painful, landing surface under the swings and near other equipment.
Neighbors had also complained of loitering in the park
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around the picnic shelter. Collier said the new park
will be an entirely different ballgame.
Most of the trees in the park were harvested earlier this year, and city officials said they made every effort to preserve the old oak trees in the park.
The improved sightlines have made the area less welcoming to criminal activity, as well as making it easier for parents to watch their children.
Better lighting will be directed away from area homes, but allow police and passersby a better view of the park in the dark.
The park will also be more welcoming to small children, Collier said.
"The improvements are geared toward children 12 and under," he said. "We have a lot of kids from Edgewood, as well as families with small children, who need a safe place to play.
some safety improvements like better landing surfaces, improved lighting and other features that will make it a much safer, more welcoming place."
Collier praised City Manager Darren Currie and the city council for backing the improvement project.
Much of the work was done using city staff and equipment, except for the specialized timber crew that cleared the unwanted trees.
"The council really did a good job on this," he said. "The manager's experience in parks also helped us out a great deal. This park is an important part of this neighborhood, and a big asset. It is very popular with people in the area."
Collier said that the work is expected to be completed in a few weeks.
"So far, the kids have left our concrete alone," he laughed. "We have a lot of people who are very eager to see this park back up and open again."
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SCC plans for construction Shelter gets soothing tunes
in advance of bond
nSets priority for cam-
pus projects.
By SHALON SMITH Contributing Writer
Southeastern Community College hopes to be a step ahead of other community colleges in the state by using $90,000 for campus renovation and building project preplanning. Trustees voted this week to make an addition to the Sasser Industrial Center and renovations to B, M, and T buildings training areas at $4.2 million, a new priority, should bond funding be approved by voters in early 2016.
A $2 billion bond referendum that goes before voters in March targets infrastructure needs at the state's public universities, community colleges, and parks, among others. SCC is in line to receive more than $6 million in funds, if the referendum passes. The state has set aside the funds in the current budget adopted this year but action awaits voters approval.
"If the bond gets approved in March, the demand for architects and construction in North Carolina's going to go `boom' and it's going to be hard to get people--if we move now, at least we can get our advanced planning done and be ahead of the game," SCC president Dr. Anthony
Clarke said. Clarke said SCC officials
hesitated to spend the $90,000 designated for facilities for many years but are now ahead of the game.
"Now it's an opportunity," he said.
In 2014, the North Carolina Community College System asked SCC to provide priority for three new construction projects and three repair and renovation projects. A new applied technologies building and an addition to the nursing/health technologies building were at the top of the list with a price tag of roughly $16 million.
With $6.8 million anticipated from the N.C. Connect bonds referendum in March, and $90,000 in advanced planning funds, Clarke said that planning for a $16 million project may not be the best use of funds at this time.
"How can we use that most effectively to change how Southeastern supports our students and economic development in Columbus County?" he asked.
The SCC board of trustees approved a new priority list of campus construction projects. The first priority supports advanced manufacturing and technologies careers, the second supports student services and health technologies careers, and the third supports
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general instruction. In detail, the initial priority
is an addition to the Sasser Industrial Center and renovation of training areas in B, M, and T buildings at around $4.2 million.
"I firmly believe that's how we're going to have the most impact on economic development--when we bring companies in here, we can show them facilities that are top notch and that have the type of training and equipment that they plan for their workers to go through," Clarke said.
The $90,000 advanced planning funds will plan three centers--the Center for Advanced Manufacturing and Technologies Center (T Building), the Center for Electrical and Energy Technologies (B Building), and the Center for Construction Trades (M Building).
Clarke said it won't matter if someone was looking for workforce continuing education or if they were going into a degree program, the centers will be organized as the students see them--not how the college is organized administratively.
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By JEFFERSON WEAVER Staff Writer
While music has been played at the Columbus County Animal Shelter for years, a new computer system takes the playlist to a new level.
The Rescue Animal MP3 Project, based in North Canton, Ohio, recently awarded an MP3 music system to the shelter to help keep the animals calm and create a better environment at the shelter, Supervisor Joey Prince said.
The MP3 programming and equipment will be used in conjunction with the existing music system, which was also donated.
"The new system allows a huge expansion of available music," Prince said. "This music has been tailored to
the needs of the animals. Music calms our rescued animals, improving their health, behavior and their chance for adoption."
The MP3 provides such additional song titles as Canine Lullabies, Mozart for Dogs, Music Cats Love and Songs to Make Dogs Happy.
"The universal language of music touches our animal friends as shown by recent scientific studies," said Dr. Pamela Fisher of the Rescue Animal MP3 Project.
In a press release she explained that specific musical compositions can help pets cope with common phobias such as thunderstorms, household noises and stress.
"Music can also help create a harmonious environment for animal companions while also improving their
health and behavior," she wrote. More information about both the project and its benefits can be found at
Prince said the shelter staff is pleased with the system.
"We have 45 dog runs, most of which are full every day," he said. "Our cat cages remain full. This can create additional stress on our animals, which the new music should help relieve."
Videos of the effects of this system can be seen at the Rescue Animal MP3 website.
The Columbus County Animal Shelter is open Monday through Friday from 12 -4 p. m. It will be closed Thursday and Friday for Thanksgiving.
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4A - The News Reporter, Thursday, November 26, 2015
Crime
Victims
Victims of shooting inci-
dents here
on Nov. 1 and
Nov. 3 where
Aaron Kelly
and Diondo
Sadler were
arrested
were Patrick McCormick
Kelly
Jr. on Nov. 3,
and Brandon
James and
Kevin Hazel,
both on Nov.
1, according
to warrants
obtained by
Whiteville Police Detec-
Sadler
tives Sgt. An-
dre Jackson and Scott Moody.
Rings
Travis Lee Lloyd, 30, of
Slippery
Log Road,
Whiteville,
has been ar-
rested on
charges in-
volving the
pawning of
stolen rings, the theft of
Lloyd
the rings, and a Ruger .38 Spe-
cial pistol from Ray and Linda
Lloyd during early October, ac-
cording to warrants obtained
by Sheriff 's Detective Scott
Norris.
The thefts of the rings, pis-
tol and five bottles of alcoholic
beverages took place during
the Oct. 8-11 period, and the
pawning of three rings in
Chadbourn happened on Oct.
9. The defendant got $58 by
pawning the rings.
State information about
Lloyd shows him to be an "ab-
sconder" from probation. He
was put on probation for three
years in March 2012 after a con-
viction involving prescription
medication.
More
Emery Neil Smith, 43, of
Bill Jenkins
Road, Cerro
Gordo ? ar-
rested ear-
lier this
month on
fraud charg-
es involving
stolen checks ? has been
Smith
arrested on
seven new fraud charges for
issuing stolen checks to pay
for items in Chadbourn late
September and October.
The warrants, obtained by
Chadbourn Police Detective
Rene Trevino, show Smith pur-
chased auto oil, antifreeze, bat-
teries and a doctor's services
by passing stolen checks. The
victims included Dr. Essam
Eskander, Hayes Auto Supply
and Advance Auto Parts.
Wrong
The felony charge of posses-
sion of mar-
ijuana with
intent to
sell against
Gregory Ter-
rell King Jr.,
25, of Wilm-
ington, was
dismissed on Nov. 18 in
King
District Court when it was
determined he was the wrong
person charged in the case
brought by a sheriff 's deputy,
according to minutes of the
court session.
briefs
Fraud
Crystal Ann Godwin, 34,
of Web-
ster Street,
Whiteville,
has been ar-
rested on a
charge of
fraud from
a warrant obtained
Godwin
by Whiteville Police Detec-
tive Scott Moody. Godwin is
charged with getting $42 from
Walmart on Aug. 10, 2015 by
getting a refund for merchan-
dise for which she did not have
authority to return for cash,
according to the warrant. Her
prior record shows convictions
for shoplifting and larceny,
both in 2011.
Marijuana
Byron Scott Stevens, 41, of
Gaston Sell-
ers Road,
Whiteville,
has been ar-
rested on
charges of
possession
of 60 grams
of marijuana with intent
Stevens
to sell, plus
maintaining a 2002 Ford Escort
as a place to keep and sell the il-
legal drug, according to a war-
rant obtained by Sheriff 's Drug
Detective Sgt. Kevin Norris.
Stevens has a criminal re-
cord that shows convictions for
possession of drug parapher-
nalia and DWI.
Cash
Andrew James Thomas,
23, of An-
tioch Church
Road, White-
ville, has
been arrest-
ed on charg-
es of fraud
involving us-
ing a stolen ATM card to
Thomas
get $160 from Winter Cheyenne
Jacobs' account with the Rie-
gelwood Federal Credit Union
on July 20, 2015, according to
a warrant obtained by Lake
Waccamaw Police Officer A.W.
Sellers.
Pleads
Jessica Dawn Fowler, 31, of
Chadbourn
? arrested on
Nov. 12, 2015
on a felony
count of pos-
session of
stolen prop-
erty ? plead-
ed in District Court on
Fowler
Nov. 23 to misdemeanor pos-
session of stolen goods, and
was put on probation for a year.
A 45-day jail term was sus-
pended. She was also ordered
to make restitution of $375 to
Donna Stanley, the victim in
the case.
Another felony charge of
fraud was dismissed in the
plea deal. Fowler's prior re-
cord shows a conviction for
larceny in 2003, according to
state records.
Shoplifter
Ricky Darnell Goode of Wilmington was arrested by Whiteville police on Nov. 20 for stealing $29.90 worth of items at the Marathon Minuteman store along the U.S. 701 North Bypass, police reported. Items stolen included two cans of sardines, crackers, Tylenol, sausage and sunflower seeds.
Trooper Freeman earns Samaritan award in Sept. By saving life of woman
Highway Patrol Trooper Jeremy C. Freeman, assigned to
Bladen and Columbus counties, earned a Samaritan Service
Award from the Highway Pa-
trol for helping save the life
of a non-responsive female
occupant of a pickup truck.
On Saturday, Sept 12, Free-
man made a traffic stop on
N.C. 87 near Airport road in
Bladen County. Upon his ini-
tial approach of the vehicle,
he observed a female in the
passenger seat of the vehicle
who was non responsive.
"Freeman and the driver (husband) placed the female
Trooper Jeremy C. Freeman
in the back of the truck. While placing the female in the
back of the truck, the husband explained to Freeman that
she was taking morphine for medicinal purposes and may
have over medicated herself.
"Freeman radioed communications and requested an
ambulance to respond to his location. He then checked for
a pulse and respirations. The patient had a pulse but was
not breathing.
"Freeman inserted an oropharyngeal airway and ventilat-
ed the patient with his issued bag valve mask. The husband
advised Freeman that because the patient was prescribed
morphine, the doctor had also prescribed Naloxone for ac-
cidental overdoses. Freeman assisted the husband with the
Naloxone and gave her 0.4 mg by auto injector. Freeman then
continued ventilations until Bladen County EMS arrived.
"The traffic stop occurred in a remote area of Bladen
County, approximately 15 miles from Bladen County Hospi-
tal. Due to the distance to the nearest medical facility and the
patient not breathing, Freeman's actions directly impacted
the outcome of this event. It is without a doubt that Freeman
saved this woman's life," the award read.
Former bank employees plea to making false entries
April Lynn Locklear, 35, of Rowland and Chona Kay Oxendine, 32, of Shannon pleaded guilty this week to conspiracy to make false entries in bank records. The charge carries a maximum penalty of 5 years' imprisonment, and a fine of $250,000.
On March 24, 2015, Locklear and Oxendine were indicted by a federal grand jury on 16 counts related to crimes committed while they were employed by the Lumbee Guaranty Bank headquartered in Pembroke.
During the course of an investigation into a bank robbery that occurred at the Lumbee Guaranty Bank branch in Red Springs on April 9, 2010, it was discovered that $500,000 was missing from the bank in addition to the money stolen during the robbery.
Theft of cash Patricia Best McKenzie, 68, of Bladenboro, told Whiteville police on Nov. 16 that a female, apparently wearing a wig, stole $17,000 by forcing the victim to withdraw that amount from a local bank. McKenzie says she was then told to take the suspect to the parking area in front of the Belk store here about 5:45 p.m. on the evening of the theft.
The investigation quickly focused on Locklear and Oxendine. When questioned by investigators, Locklear and Oxendine claimed that they were robbed of $500,000 while working alone in the branch in 2009, but did not report the incident due to concerns for their safety. They admitted to falsifying a cash out ticket for the missing funds. A cash out/ in ticket is a document that is created to post money into or out of an account, teller drawer or the vault so that it is accounted for electronically.
Investigation revealed that beginning in August 2009, Locklear and Oxendine falsified bank entries, reports, and transactions by creating false tickets ranging from $150,000 to $500,000. These false tickets were created to throw off any audit that would have uncovered the missing money to make it look like money had left the bank. These false entries gave the appearance during an audit that the books were in balance.
Additional investigation into Locklear's and Oxendine's personal bank accounts showed a high volume of unaccounted for cash deposits over several years.
Chief Judge Dever scheduled sentencing for the Feb. 22, 2016 term of court.
Break-ins, thefts No report needed Brandon Douglas Sarvis, 32,
The following were victims ? theft of medication.
of Whiteville, told local police
of a break-in and/or theft re- ? Sept. 20 ? Kimberly Vivian on Nov. 16 that he was robbed
ported on date shown:
Lewis, Whiteville ? break-in of his boots and a watch by
? Nov. 23 ? Melissa Strick- of vehicle on Hunt Street, four males on Smith Street be-
land Guyton, address not Whiteville ? theft of Hi Point hind Wendy's Restaurant here
shown ? theft of Circle Y horse .380 pistol.
in an 8:50 p.m. incident. Sarvis
saddle, pawned at Pawn South, ? Nov. 18 ? Vision World, 2100 told police he didn't want to file
Chadbourn.
block of U.S. 701, Whiteville a report about the robbery.
? Nov. 23 ? Cape Fear Filter/ ? break-in, theft, if any, not
Minor injuries here Hydraulics, N.C. 87, Riegel- reported.
wood ? theft of Wild Game ? Nov. 18 ? Michael Dennis
Innovations camera. ? Nov. 22 ? Charles Wayne
Mills Jr., High Orchard Road, Whiteville ? theft of 5-foot-by10-foot utility trailer with 2003 Zero Turn John Deere mower, Husqvar na weed trimmer, Shindaiwa edger, Husqvarna backpack leaf blower, Echo hedge clippers.
? Nov. 22 ? Rodney Andrew
Nealy, Natalie Nicole Nealy, 4700 block Old Stake Road, Chadbourn ? theft of 1.5-carat white gold wedding ring and band, .380 pistol, Mossberg 12-gauge shotgun.
? Nov. 18 ? Ora Lee Green, Miller Road, Tabor City ? breakin, theft of 60-inch Samsung TV.
? Nov. 17 ? Faye Wood, Will Inman Road, Tabor City ?
A driver in a Nov. 21 vehicle crash here sustained minor injuries, according to local police. James Henry McGill Jr., 47, of Clarkton, was injured in a 6:30 p.m. crash on U.S. 701 Bypass near Lewis Street. The other driver in the wreck was Nyemah Takyra McLaurin, 24, of Hallsboro.
Pistol recovered Hickman, Willow Run, White- break-in of vehicle, theft of
ville ? break-in, theft of 42-inch $15,000 in cash from purse,
Samsung TV, broken laptop computer.
? Sept. 22 ? Hattie McKenzie Martin, Whiteville ? breakin of vehicle on West Walter Street, Whiteville ? theft of purse and cash.
? Sept. 21 ? Mandy Roberts Cameron, Bladenboro ? breakin of vehicle at East Wind Restaurant, Whiteville, theft of purse and contents. The purse and some items were found at the corner of College and Memory streets, about a block away, by local police.
purse containing three bank/ credit cards.
? Nov. 17 ? Norma McCullen, Whiteville ? theft of a cell phone and case from Whiteville Primary School.
? Nov. 16 ? William Cole Cartrette, Will Inman Road, Clarendon ? theft of 2012 New Holland tractor with woods mower attached.
? Nov. 16 ? Thomas Howard McKee, Midway Drive, Whiteville ? break-in, theft of 32-inch Emerson TV, medication, two packs of beef.
Wilmington police reported Nov. 23 the recovery of a Hombre .22 pistol, stolen in Whiteville from Kathleen Matlock and her husband, Donald. The date of the theft was not shown in the paperwork; however, the Matlocks' home was burglarized in December 2012. At least four defendants were convicted in the Matlock theft case.
The pistol was defaced by filing on the serial number, and acid in an attempt to eradicate the number, it was reported.
? Nov. 21 ? Time Saver store,
Brunswick ? theft of Smirnoff Screwdriver drink.
? Nov. 21 ? Dollar General store, Cronly Drive, Delco ?
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The Whiteville Rotary Club is holding a county-wide Christmas light contest from Dec. 3 through Dec. 21.
Anyone who decorates his or her house ? or business ? during the holidays is eligible to enter the contest.
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Whereas, the members of law enforcement agencies of Whiteville and Columbus County play an essential role in safeguarding the rights
safeguarding life and property, by protecting them against violence or disorder, and by protecting the innocent against deception and the weak against
Whereas, the law enforcement of Whiteville and Columbus County has grown to be modern and scientific law enforcement agencies, which
28, as Law Enforcement Appreciation Week in Whiteville and Columbus County with appropriate ceremonies in which all of our people may join in
will take place Sunday, Dec. 6 from 3 to 5 p.m. in the Leamon E. Rogers Memorial Chapel. A light reception will follow in the fellowship hall.
"The performances always bring home such powerful and transformative messages for everyone in attendance."
and freedoms of the citizens oppression or intimidation; unceasingly provides a vital commemorating law enforce-
of Whiteville and Columbus and
public service;
ment officers, past and present,
County; and
Whereas, public awareness
Now Therefore, I, Terry who by their faithful and loyal
Whereas, it is important and determination to maintain Mann, mayor of Whiteville, devotion to their responsibili-
that all citizens know and un- the preservation of law and along with members of the ties have rendered a dedicated
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and responsibilities of their tion of the importance of law upon all citizens of Columbus in doing so, have established for
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HPU Poll: Police on halting lumbusCountytoobserveMay 15, 2016 as Peace Officers Memorial Day in honor of those peace
crime, equal treatment
A new High Point University Poll is reporting North Carolinians' views on how well police departments in
that when it comes to respecting people's privacy, police departments in the state do an excellent or
In both cases, at least half (50 percent and 52 percent, respectively) rated police departments' performance
officers who through their cou-
rageous deeds, have lost their
lives or have become disabled
in the performance of duty. Principal Jeff Spivey of Williams Township School pres-
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City of Whiteville, N.C.
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as excellent or good.
ferent aspects of their jobs.
When asked how police
"Many North Carolin-
Respondents gave the departments are doing in ians say they feel protected
highest marks to police treating racial and ethnics from crime by police de-
departments' performance groups equally, the results partments in the state, and
at protecting people from were split.
respondents overall gave
crime, but they are split on
Less than half of respon- high marks on other aspects
how well those same depart- dents (47 percent) said that of police conduct," says
ments are doing at treating police departments are do- Brian McDonald, assistant
racial and ethnic groups ing an excellent or good director of the HPU Poll and
equally.
job, while 48 percent believe adjunct instructor.
Sixty-five percent of that police departments are
"But just as recent events
North Carolinians say that doing only a fair or poor job. here in North Carolina and
police departments in the
Respondents to this poll around the country have
state are doing an excellent were also asked how well po- prompted debates about
or good job at protecting lice departments in North fairness and equality of
people from crime, while 33 percent say they are doing only a fair or poor job.
Fifty-six percent of
Carolina hold officers accountable when misconduct occurs, as well as using the right amount of force for
treatment, there is a division evident in the poll between those who see police treating people equally and
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Elkins is WCHS nominee for Park, Development
Morehead-Cain scholarships
Continued from page 1-A "because of two bridges,
that had it not been for the
By NICOLE CARTRETTE News Editor
neither of them in Columbus County. There's the Cape Fear River bridge between
efforts of Sen. Bill Rabon, RBrunswick, a Fair Bluff native, the sale would not have
Logan Elkins is West Columbus High School's nominee for the Park scholarship at N.C. State and Morehead-Cain scholarship at UNC-Chapel Hill. The prestigious meritbased awards are valued at roughly $100,000 each.
Elkins is the 17-year-old daughter of James and Laura Elkins of Cerro Gordo.
She is president of the Three Rivers Chapter of the Future Farmers of America and a reporter for the South Central Region FFA. She is also secretary of the WCHS Beta Club.
She is a pianist and studies under instructor Melanie Fowler. Elkins has competed in both state and national competitions.
"For me, it's about learning the pretty music. I can play in my church (Piney Forest Baptist) and for my family to hear," Elkins said. "Actually getting to play is my favorite part."
She plays in the band at WCHS. "I play all percussion instruments and the keyboard," Elkins said.
She is on the varsity tennis team and has been for four years. She and her doubles partner Emma Burroughs, a 2015 graduate of WCHS, qualified for the state playoff match each year, she said.
Elkins is also a dedicated dancer.
She has taken dance lessons for 14 years and enjoys participating in dance competitions.
She currently studies under Stacey Ezzell of Simply Dance in Whiteville.
Elkins said she is thankful of the support of a lot of people who helped her believe in herself.
Her parents are among them.
Her dad, James, is sales manger at Council Tool Company at Lake Waccamaw and "is very good at business and
Wilmington and Brunswick
County, and it's just 20 min-
utes from Acme Delco, but we
don't have an industrial park
at Acme Delco presently."
A 120-acre tract in the
eastern end of the county
in the Acme Delco area has
been identified as the site of
a possible industrial park
that could house five large
distribution facilities and
four smaller facilities.
Another bridge expected
to positively impact Colum-
bus County is the one over
the intracoastal waterway
in the North Myrtle Beach
and Little River areas of
South Carolina.
"That's only 19 miles
from Tabor City," where
an existing industrial park
already is in place, Edwards
Staff photo by NICOLE CARTRETTE
Logan Elkins
said. "There's no reason why
dedication to balance her studies with other activities.
"I love to be involved in all of these extracurricular activities. I've had a lot of late nights and early mornings," Elkins said. "Once I discov-
In 2014 The Morehead-Cain Foundation welcomed 57 new scholars. Thirty-one were from North Carolina.
"It isn't the high-achieving student we seek so much as the scholar--the one for whom
job creators who'd rather live in Wilmington or in North Myrtle Beach, or more likely their wives who'd rather live there, wouldn't see the benefits Columbus County has to
ered what I was capable of I knowledge is about more than offer in the Acme Delco and
gave it my all."
grades and test scores, and for Tabor City and Fair Bluff
She said her goal was al- whom learning is an appetite areas due to their proxim-
ways to do her best.
rather than a means to an ity to those two bridges,"
While she is eager to pur- end," the website reads.
Edwards said.
sue a career in the medical
Park Scholarship
Lanier said the South-
field, she said her mission
The Park Foundation was eastern Regional Industrial
work with the Piney Forest created by N.C. State alum- Park is double-certified as
Baptist Church youth group nus Roy H. Park '31, who being suitable for food and
has inspired her to keep mis- dedicated the foundation to beverage production, pri-
sions work a priority in her supporting worthy causes marily because of the avail-
life.
related to education, media ability of plentiful water
"Our youth group is so in- and the environment. In 1996 and sewer infrastructure,
volved," she said. From stocking the local Care and Share Food Bank to mission work at a homeless shelter in Atlanta, Ga., she said her experiences have been impactful. It is something she wants to continue throughout her life.
"I would take time to travel to different places to use my skills to help others," Elkins said.
Morehead-Cain The Morehead-Cain was
the foundation established the Park Scholarship, which brings exceptional students to N.C. State on the basis of their outstanding accomplishments and potential in scholarship, leadership, service and character.
The Park Scholarship provides a four-year scholarship, a computer stipend, enrichment grants, specialized faculty mentoring and a wide variety of experiential learning
and it's the only industrial park in the state to have such certification.
"That's important," Lanier said, "because last year we had $780 million in agricultural production in Columbus County but, with the exception of sweet potatoes, most of that product was shipped out of the county for processing. There's no reason we can't have the
Rick Edwards drives home a point as he addresses members of the Columbus County Intergovernmental Council.
production facilities here, along with the new jobs that would create."
He said, in terms of suitability for food and beverage processing, Southeastern Regional Park "graded out as the highest" among industrial sites in six states.
Edwards praised Lanier for his ongoing efforts at industrial development but said that, as a private entity and not a governmental unit, the Columbus Jobs Foundation has more flexibility and can be more responsive should a prospect for economic development arise.
"We can make things happen more quickly than government can," he said. "We can dispatch a plane on very short notice to transport a potential investor in a facility that will create jobs here."
Edwards hailed the recent purchase by the R.J. Corman Railroad group of the old defunct Carolina Southern Railroad as "the greatest economic coup in the history of Columbus County."
He said the return of rail service here is going to make a major difference in efforts to recruit providers of jobs to the county and stressed
happened. Rabon was instrumental in obtaining state funding for an appraisal of CSR assets that had to occur for the sale to take place.
Lanier spoke briefly of his activities over the last year, including several instate, out-of-state and international economic development conferences, including several in North Carolina, two in Washington, D.C., one in Nashville, Tennessee and two in Canada.
Because of sensitive negotiations underway, Lanier could not go into detail, but said one company definitely is interested in locating at the old Georgia-Pacific site, and he mentioned but could not name another company, or even the nature of the business, of a major concern that is considering locating here.
"2016 is going to be upon us shortly," Edwards said, "and the Columbus Jobs Foundation has big plans and high hopes for attracting new businesses to the county that will create good jobs here. But it takes money."
The Jobs Foundation offers low-interest loans to companies wishing to locate or expand here.
"We have one anonymous donor who has pledged $15,000 if we can meet other fundraising goals," he said. Any money raised would remain in the county in the form of loans to such businesses and, as loans are repaid, monies would be rolled back into the Foundation to fund further job creation activities.
"Any donations to the Columbus Jobs Foundation are fully tax deductible," Edwards said, "and I encourage you to encourage your constituents to donate if they can."
sales," she said.
founded in 1945 and is a four- opportunities. The program
When her mother was diag- year merit scholarship to the prepares Park Scholars to
nosed with breast cancer a few University of North Carolina make lifelong contributions
years ago, Elkins said she ad- at Chapel Hill. It includes full to the university, state, nation
mired her mom's strength and tuition.
and world.
took an interest in oncology.
Whiteville
Elkins' mom, Laura, a physical therapy assistant and director for rehabilita-
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Elkins said teachers, coaches, and counselors at her school have been big influ-
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"They devoted a lot of their extra time to help me to see the best of my ability," Elkins said.
She said she is thankful
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Thank you for being such great patients.
There are so many smart kids
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The News Reporter, Thursday, November 26, 2015 -- 7A
DEATH NOTICE
MITCHELL D. GARRELL HALLSBORO -- Mitch-
ell D. Garrell, 68, went to be with the Lord, Monday, Nov. 23, 2015 at Lower Cape Fear Hospice and LifeCare Center. He was born Aug. 27, 1947, the son of the late Garland H. Garrell and Eloise Ward Garrell, in Columbus County.
Mickey was a U.S. Air Force veteran.
He was a retired masonry contractor. He was a member of Union Chapel Baptist Church at Lake Waccamaw.
A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 29 at Whiteville Memorial Gardens in Whiteville with Rev. Terry Green officiating. Worthington Funeral Home in Chadbourn is handling the arrangements.
He is survived by his mother, Eloise Ward Garrell of Selma; one sister, Saundra Garrell Cox of Selma; one uncle, Burmey P. Ward of Whiteville; and many cousins.
Mickey was lovingly cared for by his dear friend, Cheryl Priest, and much kindness and attention was given him by his cousin, Charles Linwood "Chuck" Garrell, during his months of illness.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Lower Cape Fear Hospice and LifeCare Center, 1414 Physicians Drive, Wilmington, N.C. 28401.
RICKY GOODMAN FAIR BLUFF -- Ricky Goodman, 54, died Thursday, Nov. 19, 2015 at Columbus Regional Healthcare in Whiteville. Final rites will be held at 3 p.m. Friday, Nov. 27 at Sandy Grove Baptist Church with Rev. Thomas Register officiating. Burial will be in Butler Branch Church Cemetery. S&L Funeral Home in Fair Bluff is handling the arrangements. He is survived by his wife, Laura Miller; three daughters, Cynthia Goodman, Adreanna Nichole Goodman, Kayla Renee Williams; two sons, Ricky Goodman Jr., Thadeus Miller; four brothers, George Allen Jr., Jeffrey Goodman, Buddie Goodman, Randy Goodman; one sister, Pearl Graham; and one grandchild.
A flood's coming to the coast
The project is called Flood the Streets with Art. Coastal Carolinas and Waterway Art Association (WAA) president Jeanette Billie is calling on all art associations, organizations, groups and individuals to participate.
The "flood" will take place Black Friday, the day after Thanksgiving, Nov. 27. Artists and craftsmen will "flood" Shallotte, Little River, Calabash, Sunset Beach, Holden Beach, Southport, and Ocean Isle Beach and other coastal towns with art and crafts they created, and it's all free for the taking.
Artists are asked to put out their creative works in public places throughout the Coastal Carolina towns. Anyone who finds a piece of this creativity is encouraged to take it, including the people who are putting out their own contributions. The items will be marked "free."
To learn more and to see some of the paintings found last year, check out this Facebook page, Flood the Streets with Art -Coastal Carolinas.
You can also post photos of what you will be giving away at .
DEATH NOTICE
VIRGINIA PIVER TAYLOR NAKINA -- Virginia Piver
Taylor, 78, died Friday, Nov. 20, 2015 at her residence. She was the daughter of the late James Harry Piver and Linnie Mae Ward Piver. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bobby N. Taylor; and two sons, Bobby (Buddy) Wayne Taylor and Roger Dale Taylor.
She was a member of Cypress Creek Original Freewill Baptist Church.
A memorial service was held Sunday, Nov. 22 at Cypress Creek Original Freewill Baptist Church with Dr. Tommy Bryson Jr. officiating. A private burial was held Saturday at Ward Cemetery. McKenzie Mortuary of Whiteville handled the arrangements.
Survivors include one daughter, Virginia Faye Taylor Bryant (Philip) of Nakina; four sisters, Vera Mae Piver Simmons, Evelyn Piver Surles and Marie Piver Ward, all of Whiteville and Ramona Piver Puckett of Raleigh; four brothers, Bobby Piver of Florida, James E. Piver and Mitchell Piver, both of Whiteville and James H. Piver Jr. of Nakina; three grandchildren, Jennifer Taylor, Emily Bryant and Andrew Bryant; and five great-grandchildren, Elizabeth Taylor, Elijaih Taylor, Ian Ray, Caden Bullard and Daylin Bryant.
KENNEDY EMORY BULLOCK
FAIR BLUFF -- Kennedy Emory Bullock, 54, died Thursday, Nov. 19, 2015 at Lower Cape Fear Hospice and LifeCare Center in Whiteville.
The funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 24 at Butler Branch Missionary Baptist Church, 246 Carver Circle, Fair Bluff. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Viewing will be held from noon-7 p.m. Monday, Nov. 23 at Peoples Funeral Home in Whiteville and Tuesday, Nov. 24 following the service at the church.
Surviving are one son, Kendall Williams of Dillon, S.C.; one daughter, Vanessa McMillon of Fair Bluff; and four sisters, Wanda Townsend of Charleston, S.C., Peggy Young and Jackie Thompson, both of Chadbourn and Tiny Smack of Fayetteville.
BARBARA C. HOWARD ASH -- Barbara C. Howard, 72, died Saturday, Nov. 21, 2015 in Shallotte Assisted Living. Born Dec. 14, 1942 in Cabarrus County, she was the daughter of the late Lawrence Canupp and Virginia Mott Canupp. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Richard Howard. Visitation will be held from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 24 at Inman Ward Funeral Home in Tabor City. A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 25 at Smith Cemetery, Longwood Road, Ash. She is survived by Jim David Smith of Ash; two stepdaughters, Sharon Elmore of Shallotte, Lisa Trejo of Ash; five grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.
DEATH NOTICE
CARL M. BAREFOOT
SUPPLY -- Carl M. Bare-
foot, 77, died Sunday, Nov.
22, 2015.
Mr. Barefoot was born in
Whiteville, July 27, 1938,
the son of the late Wood-
row Evans Barefoot and
Lillie Rabon Barefoot. Mr.
Barefoot was a member of
Supply Baptist Church and
a founding member and for-
mer chief of many years of
the Supply Vol. Fire Dept.
He was a
U.S.
Army
Veteran and
retired from
Sunny Point.
He was a skilled wood
craftsman and avid fisher-
man.
The family will receive
friends from 6-8 p.m. Tues.
Nov. 24 at White Funeral
Service in Supply. Final
rites will be held at 2 p.m.
Wed. Nov. 25 in the funeral
service chapel, 603 Ocean
Hwy., with Rev. Bill McNeil
officiating. Burial will be
in Chapel Hill Cemetery
in Shallotte with fireman's
honors.
He is survived by his
wife, Dewell "Mackie"
Barefoot; two daughters,
Carla Barefoot Shipman
and husband, Matt, and
Robin Barefoot Price and
fianc?, Danny Hayes, all
of Supply; four grandchil-
dren, Elizabeth Coleman
and husband, Neal, Carl
Etheridge, John Shipman,
and Shannon Shipman; one
great-grandchild, Stanley
Coleman; two very special
friends and daughters by
heart, Debbie Jenrette and
family, and Anita Barefoot;
several special cousins and
friends; and his church
family.
You may offer online
condolences at white-
.
JAMES EDWARD SWINTON
CHARLESTON, S.C. -James Edward Swinton, 75, died Friday, Nov. 20, 2015.
Final rites will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 25 at Fieldings Home of Funerals, 122 Logan Street, Charleston, S.C. Burial will be held at noon Friday, Nov. 27 at Freeman Community Cemetery, Bolton. Smith Funeral Home of Whiteville is handling the arrangements.
He is survived by his wife, Dorothy Ophelia Graham Swinton of the home; two daughters, Jennifer Brown and Karen Swinton; one son; Victor Swinton; one brother, Isaac Swinton; one sister, Cecelia Cuming; and several grandchildren.
MARY LEE SIMMONS KELLY -- Mary Lee Simmons, 68, died Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2015. She was born in Bladen County Nov. 28, 1946. She was preceded in death by her parents, Henry Lee and Lizzie Smith Taylor; one brother, Henry Taylor; and one sister, Clara Robinson. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 27 at Bladen-Gaskins Funeral Home. A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 28 at Lagoon Cemetery. She is survived by two sons, James Simmons of Elizabethtown and George Simmons of Kelly; one daughter, Sheila Small of Leland; eight grandchildren; and seven greatgrandchildren.
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JIMMY NATHAN TAYLOR GEORGE ELLIOTT BEST
TERRY M. RANDALL
ELIZABETHTOWN -- Jim- BOLTON -- George Elliott THOMASBORO -- Terry
my Nathan Taylor, 79, died Best, 77, died Monday, Nov. 23, M. Randall, 48, died Saturday,
Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2015. He was 2015 at UNC Hospital in Chapel Nov. 21, 2015 at Lower Cape
preceded in death by his par- Hill.
Fear Hospice and LifeCare
ents, Miller and Lucille Tay- He was a re-
Center in Bolivia.
lor; one brother, Oren Taylor; tired U.S. Army
Final rites will be held at 1
and two daughters, Janice Te- veteran.
p.m. Friday, Nov. 27 at Pleas-
resa and Cynthia Faye Taylor. The funeral will be held at 1 ant Grove Missionary Baptist
The family will receive p.m. Saturday, Nov. 28, at Green Church in Calabash with Pas-
friends from 5-8 p.m. Wednes- Chapel Missionary Baptist tor Douglas Moss officiating.
day, Nov. 25 at Bladen-Gaskins Church, 14853 Sam Potts Hwy., Burial will be in
Funeral Home. Final rites Bolton. Burial, with full mili- Pleasant Grove
will be held at 3 p.m. Friday, tary honors, will be in Restwell Cemetery with
Nov. 27 at Dublin First Baptist Cemetery #1. Viewing will be military hon-
Church with Revs. Cameron held from noon-7 p.m. Friday, ors. Viewing will be held
McGill and Gerald Hodges of- Nov. 27 at Peoples Funeral from 1-6 p.m. Thursday, Nov.
ficiating. Burial will be in Al- Home of Whiteville and Sat- 26 at Smith Funeral Home in
len Cemetery.
urday, Nov. 28 one hour prior Whiteville and Friday, Nov. 27
He is survived by his wife, to the service at the church. one hour prior to the service
Janice Smith Taylor; four There will be no viewing after at the church.
sons, Greg Taylor, Stephen the service.
He is survived by his moth-
Taylor and Richard Bailey, Surviving are his wife, Jan- er, Hattie Randall Gause; and
all of Elizabethtown, Jona- nette Best; and one brother, his father, Vonnie Gause of
than Taylor of Roxboro; one Clarence Best of Newport Thomasboro.
daughter, Vanessa Ussery of News, Va.
Consumer tips to avoid Elizabethtown; two brothers,
Ron Taylor and Sammy Davis, both of Elizabethtown;
post-holiday gift returns two sisters, Sally Gooden and
Judy Jones, both of Elizabethtown; 15 grandchildren; and
five great-grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, dona-
tions may be made to Gideons or Dublin First Baptist Church Building Fund, P.O. Box 187, Dublin, N.C. 28332.
ELOISE PACKER DENT CLARKTON -- Eloise Packer Dent, 78, died Monday, Nov. 23, 2015. She was preceded is death by her parents, Johnny and Ada Packer; and three brothers, Levy Packer, Roy Lee Packer, and Odell Packer. The family will receive friends from 11 a.m.-noon Friday, Nov. 27 at Salem Church. Final rites will be held at noon Friday, Nov. 27 at the church with Rev. Leroy Wright officiating. Burial will be in Salem Church Cemetery. BladenGaskins Funeral Home in Elizabethtown is handling the arrangements. She is survived by her spouse, James Earl Dent; and two sisters, Thelma Taylor of Lumberton and Cornelia Hester of Clarkton. The family will receive friends at the home of Billy and Cornelia Hester, 9115 701 South, Clarkton.
With the holiday season upon us, shoppers are doing their research and looking to take advantage of deals on home appliances. Across the board, from floor care to personal care, retailers and manufacturers are planning to deliver innovative and energy efficient products this holiday season.
And while the majority of consumers who buy appliances get what they're looking for, some will return them, even if they're working. The Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers, along with Bellomy Research, recently conducted an extensive study on why consumers return small appliances that are in good working condition. Here are the top five reasons:
1. Appliance did not perform the way the customer expected
2. The appliance was smaller than the customer expected
3. Appliance was a gift the recipient did not like or want
4. Second thoughts about the color, style or model
5. The customer found an-
other model they liked better Overall, though, there was
one underlying theme behind why consumers return products: they did not have a clear understanding of what they were purchasing before the purchase.
So what can shoppers to do avoid post-holiday returns? While AHAM's research suggested improvements manufacturers and retailers could make to reduce return rates, it's up to the customer to do their own homework--and they know it. Our study found that "some customers also feel they should have completed more research before purchasing, or wished for an easier set-up process."
Then what can you, as the consumer, do? Here are AHAM's tips:
1. Go "hands on:" Product demonstrations are commonplace at many retailers now, allowing you to visualize and use the product before purchasing. This can eliminate confusion about issues such as size, performance, and quality.
2. Read and watch online reviews: There are limitless re-
MELODY MICHELLE RATTZ EURE
SUPPLY -- Melody Michelle Rattz Eure, 48, died Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2015 at her residence. She was preceded in death by two brothers, Robert Eugene Rattz Jr. and Robert Dean Rattz.
The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 27 at Worthington Funeral Home in Chadbourn. Final rites will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 28 at Sharon United Methodist Church in Supply with Rev. Eddie Hill officiating. Interment will be in the church cemetery.
She is survived by two sons, Mark Thomas Coleman and Justin Ray Coleman, both of Supply; her parents, Robert Eugene and Mary Holshouser Rattz Sr. of Supply; one brother, Donald Eugene Rattz of Norfolk, Va.; and four grandchildren.
GENE COOK WILMINGTON -- Audrey Gene Cook, 69, died Sunday, Nov. 22, 2015. He was born Aug. 24, 1946 in Columbus County, the son of Ann Lewis Cook of Whiteville and the late William Haynes Cook. He was a veteran having served in the U.S. Army. He was a building contractor in Wilmington. The family will receive friends from 12:30-1:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 27 at Peacock Funeral Home in Whiteville. A graveside service will be conducted at 2 p.m. Friday, Nov. 27 at Union Valley Baptist Church Cemetery with Rev. Ken Baker officiating. He is survived by his mother and a son. Memorials may be made to a charity of one's choice.
sources online for consumers to learn about a product, and potential features that affect decision-making. Videos are both abundant and valuable because they allow you to see the actual product being used.
3. Research the product through the manufacturer's website and owner's manual: Appliance makers strive to be clear about the features and benefits their products offer. Whether online or on paper, they provide extensive resources that allow the everyday consumer to understand what they are buying before a purchase decision is made.
4. Contact the manufacturer directly: This is perhaps the most important tip, but many shoppers don't realize it's an option. Only 40 percent of people surveyed said they had spoken with the product's manufacturer before returning an item. Most manufactur-
Holiday show at planetarium
Ingram Planetarium at 7625 High Market Street in Sunset Beach debuts a new holiday dome show, "Let It Snow ? A Holiday Music Journey" Nov. 27-28 at 12, 4, and 7 p.m. It will continue at 12, 4, and 7 Thurs-
This program presents a variety of festive holiday classics by Frank Sinatra, Chuck Berry, Burl Ives, Harry Connick Jr., Brenda Lee and others. It includes a multi-media finale by the Trans-Siberian
ers have resources to answer your questions and resolve almost any issues before a return becomes necessary.
By following these tips, consumers will have peace of mind knowing they purchased the perfect gift for their loved one this holiday season.
day, Friday, and Saturday Orchestra.
through the holiday season
with the last showing Jan. 2.
Additional open days are Dec. 28-30. Ingram Planetar-
Henderson Greene Carrie Mae Greene
ium is closed Nov. 26, Dec. 25
and Jan. 1.
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It has been four years this month that God called both of you home. Then, I didn't understand why you both left me alone, but as time has gone on, I understand the plan that God had for me. I know in time the heart will heal and I can go on. I will always have the memories of you both in my heart and I still miss both of you.
Love, Mary Sue #5786
8-A ? The News Reporter, Thursday, November 26, 2015
The Rev. Andrew Barnhill delivers the service's message.
NewSong is coming to the county Dec 5.
Service
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NewSong's Merry Christmas Tour coming to town Dec. 5
By DIANA MATTHEWS Contributing Writer
The Grammy-nominated band NewSong is set to bring their popular "Very Merry Christmas Tour"--one of Christian music's top holiday tours--to Whiteville's Northwood Assembly on December 5 at 6 p.m.
Benefiting Feed the Children and featuring Grammynominated male vocalist Brandon Heath and best-selling singer/songwriter Plumb, as well as introducing Reno, the tour will feature original Christmas selections and beloved favorites from each artist, including NewSong's holiday classic, "The Christmas Shoes."
"The Christmas tour always proves to be one of the highlights of our year," said NewSong founding member Eddie Carswell. "It's a time to celebrate the hope we've been given through Jesus' birth, and it will be an honor to lead audiences in worshipping Him with our friends
Brandon Heath and Plumb during this special season."
NewSong's career spans 34 years, 19 albums, and numerous #1 Christian radio singles. NewSong has earned respect from varied quarters of the music industry. Some of their defining songs include "Arise, My Love," "Rescue," "The Same God," and "Blessed Be the Name of the Lord."
Brandon Heath earned the Gospel Music Association's Dove Award in 2008 for Best New Artist and fulfilled that early promise by garnering numerous other accolades, including two consecutive Doves for Male Vocalist (2009 and 2010).
He won Doves for Song Of The Year and Pop/Contemporary Song Of The Year for "Give Me Your Eyes" (2009). Heath has received five Grammy nominations, won an Emmy Award, and most recently won BMI's Songwriter Of The Year award for 2014. Three of his previous albums have landed in the top ten, and he's scored four No. 1 hit
singles---"Give Me Your Eyes," "Wait and See," "I'm Not Who I Was," and "Your Love." In 2013, he released Christmas is Here, which became an instant holiday classic, that went on to win a Dove Award for Christmas Album Of The Year.
Also appearing on the program is vocalist, songwriter, and author Plumb.
Throughout her decadeplus career, Plumb has found success in varied genres, selling over half a million albums and 3 million singles worldwide.
Her new album Exhale boldly reflects her personal life journey.
Patrons can purchase tickets by calling 1-800-965-9324, or may get them in person at New Foundations Christian Bookstore, 700 S. Madison Street in Whiteville.
They may also purchase online at . Gold Circle ($20) as well as General Admission ($15) tickets are available. Group tickets are available at a discounted rate.
notion that people are separate and different."
The Rev. Andrew Barnhill of First Baptist Church challenged listeners through a sermon in which he asked whether prayer and thanksgiving do any good in today's disappointing, dangerous and divided world.
But he pointed out that journalist Sarah Josepha Hale had lobbied Abraham Lincoln
relentlessly until he finally declared Thanksgiving an official American holiday in 1863, at the height of the U.S. Civil War Barnhill quoted Alan Paton, the South African author of "Cry, the Beloved Country," who said, "I am not optimistic about the world. But I am able to be hopeful because I am thankful."
The service ended with "The Lord's Prayer," sung by
State's jobless rate shows small decrease
By RAY WYCHE Staff Writer
North Carolina's unemployment rate showed a slight improvement for the month of October, according to figures released Friday by the N.C.Department of Commerce.
The state's jobless rate for October 2014 was 5.7 percent, the same as for the nation that month.
Figures for the state were the same percentage as for August 2015. The unemployed category reached a high during the past 12 months of 5.9 percent in July and August.
The number of people em-
ployed in the state in October 2015 increased by 10,871. Over the past12 months, the state's workforce totaled 4,488,328. The number of unemployed people decreased by 2,042 during the month.
The largest increase in jobs during the month was in government with 6,400 workers added, followed by construction with 2,200 workers hired.
Since October 2014, the number of workers hired in non-farm jobs totaled 91,000. The only work category showing a decrease in number of workers was in mining and logging, with 100 fewer jobs being reported.
Carol J. Caldwell of St. Mark, accompanied by James Marley, of St. James A.M.E. Zion Church.
Lillie Mae Kemp, who was attending the community service for the second time, said, "I just loved it all. It's nice to have a get together for everybody."
Claire Boone of Sacred Heart Catholic Church agreed. Bringing the churches together for a service was "a really good thing. We should have this feeling of community a lot more often. Looking at the world today, we need more of this spirit."
Grahams plan free meal on Thanksgiving
Jason and Tankeshia Graham and family will serve a free Thanksgiving meal on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, Nov. 26 from noon to 3 p.m. at the American Legion Post, 313 West Phillip Street in Whiteville.
Called From Our Family to Yours, it is named for the nonprofit corporation established in 2015, "extending hospitality to serve you and your family."
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