SAMPSON COUNTY’S COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER
The Sampson Weekly
VOLUME 6, ISSUE 27
Week of July 3-9, 2015
www.thesampsonweekly.com
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Health
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NASCAR Insider
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WEATHER
Newton Grove
Hardees Robbed
XFINITY SERIES
Tip Leads to
Discovery of
Chop Shop
CAMPING WORLD TRUCKS
Race: Firecracker 250
Race: UNOH 225
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Where:
Daytona International Speedway
Where: Kentucky Speedway
When: Saturday, 7:30 p.m. (ET)
When: July 9, 7:30 p.m. (ET)
The
Newton Grove Hardee’s located at 105 West Weeks Circle was robbed early
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the Sheriff Department’s Incident Report, the robbery occurred at 4:30 am when
an unknown male entered the location and demanded cash. The employees consented to the robber’s demands. The assailant left on foot with two bank bags, one
burgundy BB&T bank bag and one blue bank bag containing US currency.
Courtesy photos
A physical description of the male is unknown but Hardees employees stated that
he was wearing a black mask, black pants and a burgundy hoodie.
Clinton, NC – On Wednesday, July 1st, investigators from the Sampson County Sheriff’s Office received an anonymous tip regarding a “chop shop”
The robbery is currently under investigation. Anyone with information about the
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operation in a wooded area on Cannady Road in
robbery at Hardee’s is asked to call the Sampson County Sheriff’s Office at 910southern Sampson County. Investigators discov592-4141 or Officers with the Newton Grove Police Department at 910-594-0829.
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910-564-5261.
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NOTEBOOK
‘Things went wrong’ at Sonoma
for points leader Harvick
Sampson County Is The
Place To Be This July 4th
Points leader
Kevin Harvick finished fourth — just the
sixth time this season that he hasn’t finished either first or second, and the first
time this year that he’s gone two races in a
row without finishing first or second.
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ntersaid. “We had probably the fastest car on
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the race track. It just took us all day to
hat
Cup season — after being sidelined for 11 races.
overcome all the stuff we had going on.”
Martin Truex Jr., second in the standings,
regot close enough to Kyle to challenge for the win.
“Really cool to come home 1-2 … especially on a road course,”
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just body-slammed me,” Ragan said. “I was
just trying to get back on the race track.
That’s a great instance where the 78 just
He’s studied his family tree for years and spent a recent off-weekend
most
absolutely did me wrong, and I’m trying to
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ion, he shared the experiences of his trip with the media and public.
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he’s the small towns where his ancestors lived — places where no one
ably not do that again if he had an opportueven knew who he was, or didn’t make a fuss if they did.
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nity.”
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grandfather(s) lived there, went to church there, and that church is
no
Ragan said that he wouldn’t change a
the church that they went to,” he said. “It’s over 1,000 years old.”
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thing.
Earnhardt said he’d been studying his family history on the
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Internet, but wanted to check it out firsthand.
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and I give these guys too much,” he said.
“I had known all this stuff doing all this genealogy over the years,”
“I’m glad I held my own.”
he said. “You still have to see this stuff with your own eyes to believe
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So he did something few can ever say they’ve done.
orth
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SPRINT CUP STANdINGS
Wednesday evening, Lt. Marcus Smith, Sampson
County Sheriff Department stated, “Investigators
are currently on the scene. Vehicles and several
large pieces of equipment were discovered at the
property.”
Smith continued, “The Sheriff Department discovered the chop shop because of a tip that was
given to the department concerning a possible
chop shop at the Garland location. The Sampson
County Sheriff Department and The NC Department of Motor are presently working together on
this incident. The investigation is ongoing and
there have been no arrest at this point.” Smith
concluded by saying, “No additional information is
being released at this time.”
Anyone with information concerning the “chop
shop” operation is encouraged to contact the
Sampson County Sheriff’s Office at (910) 5924141.
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Just Another Challenge
One local resident has taken on a huge challenge as he works to establish the
United States Disabled Golf Association. It’s an ambitious goal full of challenges,
but Jason Faircloth is no novice when it comes to meeting challenges head on.
He’s been overcoming challenges since the day he was born; and starting a nation-wide golf association to rival others is just another challenge to him.
In 2011, Jason became the first American to ever play in the Disabled British Open.
The tournament was televised on SKY Sports throughout Europe, and it was this first
appearance that motivated him to establish a similar program here in the states.
Jason returned to the Disabled British Open the following year scoring a Runner-Up
finish in his flight in 2012.
For the last 3 years Jason Faircloth has been quietly working toward establishing the
USDGA, and just recently the organization has been recognized as a 501c3. And
Jason says, “Now we are just trying to get going and let people know what this is
going to become.”
“The goal,” adds Jason, “is to have a national tournament for golfers, who happen to have a disability, which will showcase their talents. Our drawing point, what
makes this unique, is this is going to be for all disabilities. A Pan disabled event - this
is for all.”
“This is already being done in all of Europe, China and South Africa, but not here in
the States,” stresses Faircloth. “Here everything is broken down into different types of
disability groups leaving out a lot of potential golfers.”
“The motivation started in 2011, when I went to England to play in the Disabled British Open. It was the biggest event I have ever taken part in,” says Faircloth. “It was
also well organize and pretty much all of England got behind it.”
Board members include Faircloth as founder, with Michael Pope, Justin Lane,
Carin Z Faulkner, Nic Nichols Mark O’Hare and Brandon Williams. In addition, the
USDGA as already partnered with CourseTrends, Inc who have provided a website
for the organization, and the Welsh Disabled Golf Association.
“Their goal and our goal is to showcase the talent of golfers who happen to have
a disability. What makes this different from other tournaments in the US is this is going to be for all disabilities, leaving no groups out. It will include Wounded Warriors,
amputees, blind, special Olympians, people with cerebral palsy, short statue, and
many other disabilities. As of now, we don’t have anything like this in the US.”
A new partner, Mitchell Masters has recently come on board with plans to host the
Mitchell Masters Tournament to benefit the USDGA this year. Mitchell Masters began hosting golf tournaments 3 years ago with a different approach. Rather than
the typical team entry, Mitchell Masters tournaments are entered individually with
a blind drawing for teams.
The Mitchell Masters Tournament to benefit the USDGA will be held Saturday, AuFaircloth explains, “We hope to have a national event in a couple of years that
gust 1st at Timberlake. A blind draw and social will be hosted by Trent Mitchell Friwould match the standards of Europe and South Africa. We adopted the same
day night, and a tournament party will be hosted Saturday night at the Timberlake
disabled qualifications as Europe since they were the leader in disabled golf. This
standard is also being use in South Africa, Australia, and China; and now we hope County Commissioners voted to ap-pool house.
to bring it to the United States.”
prove the 2015-2016 Budget at Thursday, June 25, special meeting. AlbertSponsorships for the tournament are available for
This is a huge undertaking no doubt, but Jason Faircloth is known for beating the Kirby was the lone holdout, voting$100, and the entry fee for players is $60. Deadto enter is July 24th. “This will mark the first ever
odds. Recently appointed by Governor Pat McCrory to the North Carolina Council
against the $55 million budget. line
fundraising event for us,” says Faircloth. “We wanted
on Developmental Disabilities, Faircloth learned early in life to see any challenge
to give everyone a chance to help make this sucas an opportunity. In a May 2015 press release, the NC Council on Developmental
cessful since this will be the first one. Down the road
Disabilities introduced Faircloth by stating, “When their son was born with cerebral
we hope you can take pride in having helped start
palsy, Jason Faircloth’s parents were told their son would never walk or talk. Faircloth
this national organization. 100 percent of the monhas been beating those odds since then. He is walking, talking, attending school,
ey raised will be put towards the USDGA.”
got his driver’s license and found a passion for golf – a sport in which he excels.”
(View the full release at: http://nccdd.org/news-media/press-releases/207-goverTo participate in the tournament, please call the
nor-pat-mccrory-appoints-new-members-to-north-carolina-council-on-developTimberlake Pro Shop at 910-596-2211. To become
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a sponsor, please send payment by July 18th to the United States Disabled Golf
Association, 598 Dixie Road, Clinton, NC. You can also become a sponsor at the
The USDGA is now ready for the next push explains Faircloth. A Board of Directors
USDGA’s website at http://www.usdga.net/golf/ecom_v2/ecom.php.
has been named and the organization is officially listed as a non-profit 501c3.
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Sampson County Commissioners Approve 2015-2016 Budget
County Commissioners voted to approve the 2015-2016 Budget at Thursday, June 25, special meeting. Albert Kirby was the lone holdout, voting against the $55 million budget.
* No New Tax Increases
The Sampson County Board of Commissioners passed the new Sampson County budget
for the 2015-2016 fiscal year Thursday afternoon, June 25 2015. The 2015-2016 Budget
takes effect July 1, 2015. Good news, the new budget has No Tax Increase. The tax rate
per $100 valuation will remain at $0.83 for residents of Sampson County.
The $55,087,932 budget was affirmed by a vote of 4 to 1 Thursday afternoon within minutes of the start of the special called meeting. Wooten, Lockamy, Lee and Parker all voted
to approve the budget with the lone holdout coming from Commissioner Kirby.
Notable department budgets for the new fiscal year included:
General Government: Finance $1.3 million; Tax Administration: $1.4 million; Public Buildings, $1.9 million.
Public Safety: Sheriff $6.8 million; Detention Center $3.6 million; Communications $1.03
million; Rescue $4.1 million.
Human Services: Contributions to Social Services $4.4 million; Contributions to Health
$.9 million.
Cultural & Recreation: Library, $ 84 thousand.
Education: Clinton City Schools: $3.27 million; Sampson County Schools $9.18 million;
Sampson Community College $1.7 million.
Debt Services: Contribution to School Debt Reserve: $4.5 million; Current Debt for Vehicles: $ 538,000; Public Works Building: $52,537; Human Services Building: $403,885;
Detention Building: $504,966; Rehab Mental Health Building: $59,586; Cooperative Extension Building & Animal Shelter: $123,222.
Commissioner Kirby had requested at the beginning of Thursday’s meeting for the commissioners to consider adding a provision to the 2015-2016 budget in order to build a
track at Hobbton High School noting that they were the only high school in the county
without a track and field facility. “It just isn’t fair!” Kirby exclaimed in presenting his case
to the commissioners. All of the commissioners agreed with Kirby (concerning no track
at Hobbton High School) but through discussion the majority came to the conclusion
that it would be more appropriate for the Sampson County Schools to make the request.
After the 2015-2016 budget was approved, County Manager Ed Causey addressed the
commissioners, stating, “The easy part is over.” Causey explained that his department
would start meeting with department heads in July examining the county’s operations
in determining where to slash nearly $350,000 from the 2016-2017 budget as a part of
implementing the approved pay plan with its $3.7 million price tag. Causey explained
that the last thing he wanted to do with the implementation of the pay plan was send
people home. Causey stated, “We can move people around.” Causey continued by saying, “Budget planning is a yearlong process.”
The Sampson County adopted budget is available for public inspection in the Office of
the County Manager/Clerk to the Board, County Administration Building, 406 County
Complex Road (Building C) in Clinton between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.,
weekdays or online at http://www.sampsonnc.com/budgetfy2015-2016.PDF .
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THE PLACE TO BE, cont. from 1
swimming events at the Royal Lane pool. Competitions
include: Swimming, Greasy Watermelon, Relays—Boat
Races, Inter‐tubes, Games and more! At 3 pm there will be a
Horseshoe Tournament with all ages welcome, held at picnic
area #1. Also at 5:30 pm, DJ “Joey Warren” will start spinning
his tunes for all to enjoy (in case of rain- The Bellamy
Center). At 5 pm there will be the Woodmen of the World
Flag Presentation. There will also be a Veterans Recognition
Ceremony and a wreath placed at the Wall of Honor and
Remembrance. Let us all remember the sacrifices that these
brave men and women have made to keep this country free.
Make sure that you stay for the coveted Fireworks Display at
9:30 pm. According to Jonathan Allen, Director of the City
of Clinton Recreation & Parks Department, “If there is rain
that night, the fireworks display will be postponed until July
5th, same time.”
The fireworks display this year will be handled by Hale
Artificier from Lexington, NC. The display is expected
to have over 900 shells at a cost of $10,000. According to
Clinton Parks and Recreation staff member and event
coordinator, Brenda Potter, “I have had many compliments
from the public concerning last year’s fireworks display and
the Veteran’s Recognition Ceremony. I have heard from
other city staff that they are also received many positive
comments about it. Sometimes when things are not so rosy,
a community needs something to reaffirm their identity and
lift their spirits. That is what we try to do with our July 4th
Celebration.” Thousands of Sampson County residents are
expected to turn out for the fireworks display this year. The
Clinton Police Department, Sampson County Rescue, and
the Clinton Fire Department will also be on site to assist in
the celebrations.
Also this year, the recreation department is sponsoring a
Men’s and Women’s Doubles and Singles Tennis Tournament
which will begin Friday, July 3, for more information or to
register, contact 910-299-4906.
Special Thanks to all the volunteers that help to make this
event possible!
Whatever you decide to do this 4th of July, make it a safe,
fun time to spend with family and friends. The staff at The
Sampson Weekly would like to wish everyone a Happy
Fourth of July.
Search & Rescue Teams Recognized in Powell Search
Garland Mayor Winifred Murphy recognizes Sheriff
Jimmy Thornton and his staff
Garland Mayor Winifred Murphy recognizes the
American Red Cross for their hard work during the
search & rescue mission
Garland Mayor Winifred Murphy recognizes Ronald
Bass and the Sampson County EMS staff
Garland Mayor Winifred Murphy recognizes the
Bladen County EMS staff
At June’s Garland Commissioners meeting, the town of
Garland recognized the many local and state-wide agencies that assisted in the successful search and eventual
rescue of Garland resident, William Earl Powell. Mr. Powell
and his family were also present to thank the team. Garland
Mayor Winifred Murphy gave plaques of recognition to the
Sampson County Sheriff's Department, the Bladen County
Sheriff's Department, Sampson County EMS, Bladen County EMS, and the Red Cross. According to Sampson County
EMS Director Ronald Bass, there were over 80 agencies
from across the state and over 350 volunteers that assisted
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Could This Get Rid of
Knee Pain Once And
For All... Without
Drugs, Shots, or Surgery?
Clinton Fire Chief Scott Phillips with JW Simmons of
“We Should Know”
Tuesdays from 2:30 PM until 3:30 PM, J.W. Simmons hosts a radio show on 1170 AM called “We Should
Know”, and The Sampson Weekly will feature portions of the transcripts in our continuing efforts to
bring you more coverage of what is happening in our community. The guest for this week’s show is
newly named Clinton Fire Chief, Scott Phillips.
Prior to being named Chief for the Clinton Fire Department, Scott Phillips was Assistant Fire Chief
for the Dunn, NC Fire Department. He has a background as both a firefighter and paramedic. Phillips
grew up in Wake County and was first introduced to emergency services as the son of a police officer.
After high school, Phillips attended Campbell University and joined the rescue squad in Dunn.
In 1992 Phillips became a certified EMT and in 1998 was certified as an Intermediate EMT while
serving as a Captain in the Dunn EMS. “In 2001, after completing the Paramedic program, I started
working full time in Dunn,” says Phillips. “That’s where my transition into fire started. I was a volunteer
on the rescue squad, and back in those days they didn’t want you to intermingle too much. If you
were on one they didn’t want you to be on the other, so you would be devoted to one or the other.”
“I joined the Fire Department in 2001 because I wanted to continue volunteering. So I got started
with that and worked my way up through the ranks of Firefighter to Lieutenant, to Captain. And in
2008 we merged the city rescue squad and fire department; and became Dunn Emergency Services.”
Phillips adds, “My shift was the first shift to work that day. I was a shift supervisor at the time, so I was
the first Firefighter/Paramedic to work in Harnett County full time.” Phillips would eventually work his
way up in Dunn’s EMS to Assistant Chief. “I was there for 4 years as Assistant Chief and unfortunately
the budget woes started and I was transitioned back to the road and promoted back to Captain.”
Phillips currently lives in the Plainview community in northern Sampson County, but adds that he is
currently working to move to Clinton. It was his connection to Plainview that led him to hear Chief
Snyder planned to leave the department. “It’s never good to lose a Chief,” says Phillips. “That was a
situation that was unfortunate, but I heard they were going to take applications. Really wasn’t sure
if I was going to be the guy.”
Phillips says he believes there were roughly 50 to 55 applicants that applied for the position of Fire
Chief. “They were cut down to 14, and I was really surprised to make the cut,” says Phillips. “I have a
big background in Fire/EMS and technical rescue training through Dunn, so I had a lot of what they
were looking for and had completed my bachelor’s degree at Campbell.”
“I made the first cut and was surprised because I knew I was going up against some folks with bigger
backgrounds organizational wise than I come from, but made it through that and got down to the
final 4. I was sitting at work one day and the City Manager called and said ‘I would like to have you
come down and talk to you a little bit.’ I was excited and when I came down Mr. Purvis offered me the
position and I accepted.”
Phillips goes on to say, “I like Clinton. I’ve been down here to eat and shop, and during the process
I had come down a few times. Interim Chief Tew was my Fire Chief coming up, so I came down and
kind of touched base. He was my immediate supervisor (in Dunn), so it was very good to catch up
with him. And I kind of got an understanding of what they were looking for, and was lucky enough
to be selected.”
Phillips explains that the city contracted a service company to access the applicants. “I thought it was
very challenging and unique,” adds Phillips. “I had never been in quite that in-depth scenario while
interviewing for other positions, but I’m really grateful to have come through the process and be
selected as your new Fire Chief.”
“This is week 4 and things have been running fairly smoothly so far. No bumps in the road and the
staff has been really great. They’ve welcomed me and I’ve met with some of them. I’m trying to meet
with all of them, but catching them all with days off and summer vacations is hard. But I am trying to
meet with all of them to get their input on what they’re looking for so I can meet their needs as well
as the needs of the community and what the city expects.”
JW Simmons says that when the City of Clinton and Shawn Purvis does something, it’s done very
methodically and is well thought out. Simmons adds, “I want to read you a quote from Shawn Purvis.
‘It was clear that he (Phillips) would offer an enthusiasm that would help create a cohesive and
positive vision for the Clinton Fire Department.’ I want to talk about that vision a bit.”
Chief Phillips replies, “Yes, I’m really excited and I do feel a positive energy at the Fire Department
and the city. I have had the opportunity to meet with the Mayor and Council already, and they have
been both warm and receptive. And of course Mr. Purvis has been great to work for so far. He’s giving
me a list of things he wants me to work towards, some goals he has in mind. And I’ve shared some
of my goals.”
“One thing we have coming up that’s kind of a goal is inspections. The county is turning over fire
inspections to the city. This is something new for the city,” adds Phillips, “and for businesses where
the city Fire Department will be coming in to do inspections. There will be some fees for those
inspections, but we don’t have those (fees) firmed down just yet. But I do want to get out and talk
with some of the businesses before we get started so we can let them know ahead of time what’s
coming. I don’t want it to be a surprise.”
“This will be new, but the thing I like about it – what makes it a positive thing for the city – is its going
to get us in these building. We’ll know what we’re up against if an unfortunate situation does occur.
We don’t want one – It tickles me every day not to run a fire call – But if we do have one, the Captains
and firefighters will know what’s inside these buildings. We’ll know what we’re up against and can
start making tactical decisions before we arrive.”
“I want to keep fire loss down to a minimum, and if we know what we’re dealing with; we know what
kind of water supply we need and know what’s inside there, that will be very beneficial to us. And
the biggest thing it helps with is firefighter safety… That is what it is all about. It’s not about coming
in and mandate the businesses to change things or fix things; it’s about public safety and firefighter
safety.”
To view the entire broadcast of We Should Know please visit their YouTube channel at www.youtube.
com/user/WeShouldKnowEDU.
The next “We Should Know” hosted by J.W. Simmons will air next Tuesday from 2:30 to 3:30 PM on
our local radio station WCLN 1170 AM. If you would like to reach “We Should Know” you may call
them at 910-592-8947 or email them with show ideas at weshouldknowedu@gamil.com or you can
find them on Facebook.
Now, in Clinton, NC, one doctor is helping local residents with
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LOCAL NEWS
Week of July 3-9, 2015
Turkey VFD Takes Home Top Awards
On Saturday June 27th, 2015 the Turkey
Volunteer Fire Department competed at
Southport in the 32nd Annual Freedom
Firefighters Competition. The TVFD competition team members are Chief Tommy
Williams, Captain Cody Northcutt, team
co-captains Lt. Dale Morris and Lt. Keith
Smith, Jesse Bard, Kayla Bolas, Bobby Phillips, Justin Beasley, and Wesley
Lewis. This was TVFD’s first time competing at Southport in which they took
home 1st place in the Tanker Tug with
the fastest time recorded of 25 seconds,
3rd in the Command Post and 3rd place
overall. Chief Tommy Williams said, “I am
very proud of my team. They worked and
trained hard, and it paid off. This was the
first competition for some of the members
and they couldn’t have made me more
proud.” Congratulations to Turkey Volunteer Fire Department.
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who have fought for and defended our liberty since July 4, 1776.
We’re proud of our country, our people, our history and our
standing as a symbol of hope, freedom and democracy to people
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Healthy Living Begins with Ample Sleep
Taking steps to improve your mental and physical
well-being may fall flat if you’re not spending
enough time recharging your body. Sleep experts
agree: adequate, regular sleep is essential for
overall health and well-being.
how much sleep people should get per night. For
example, people who may need nine or more
hours of nightly sleep include young adults with
growing bodies, individuals trying to make up for
lost sleep, or those who are sick.
According to a new recommendation from the
American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM)
and Sleep Research Society (SRS), adults should
get seven or more hours of sleep per night to
avoid the health risks associated with prolonged
periods of inadequate sleep. For the millions
of Americans who do not make regular sleep
a priority, this guidance can motivate healthier
lifestyle habits.
“More than a third of the population is not getting
enough sleep, so the focus needs to be on getting
at least seven hours of nightly sleep,” added
Watson. “In general we want people to get more
sleep, not less.”
“Sleep is critical to health, along with a healthy
diet and regular exercise,” said Dr. Nathaniel F.
Watson, AASM president and moderator of the
expert panel that developed the recommendation.
“Our consensus panel of 15 of the nation’s top
sleep experts found that sleeping six or fewer
hours per night is inadequate to sustain health
and safety in adults. We also agreed that seven or
more hours of sleep per night is the recommended
amount for all healthy adults.”
No limit for certain individuals
Recognizing that some adults need more sleep
than others, the panel did not place a limit on
Tips for successful sleep
What are some easy ways to ensure that you get
the sleep you need for a productive and healthy
life? Check out these five healthy sleep habits
provided by the experts at AASM. Following these
tips can help you develop a healthy sleep pattern:
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Be consistent. Go to bed when you are
sleepy and try to wake up at the same time every
day, even on weekends.
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Limit time in bed. Don’t use your bed
for other non-sleep activities, such as watching
television or checking email.
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Make your bedroom a sleep haven. A quiet
and relaxing bedroom environment will help you
fall asleep and stay asleep. Keep the bedroom at
a comfortable temperature but slightly cool.
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Limit the caffeine. Avoid coffee, tea, soda
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and other caffeine sources in the afternoon and
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Get at least seven hours. Go to bed early
enough to allow yourself to sleep seven hours or
more each and every night.
Live life awake and refreshed with the proper
amount of sleep. You’ll be putting your best foot
forward every morning.
Visit www.projecthealthysleep.org to learn more
about healthy sleep from the National Healthy
Sleep Awareness Project, a collaboration
between the AASM, SRS and the Centers for
Disease Control and Prevention.
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FAITH
Have I Got A Story To Share With You!
by Debra Joy Wallace
Flags in Scripture
“God’s Word speaks highly of flags when they are used in their proper
context. You might be surprised by how often the Bible mentions this
topic—just under different names than we might expect. Although
the word flag is rarely used in most English translations, Scripture
contains dozens of references to banners, standards, and emblems.
“Flags in the Bible were often used to identify the tribes and families
of Israel, as the Lord commanded: “Everyone of the children of Israel
shall camp by his own standard, beside the emblems of his father’s
house” (Numbers 2:2). These standards may have been made of
cloth like today’s flags, or perhaps some were painted or engraved
on wood and other materials. Whatever the case, their purpose was
similar to how flags are commonly used today—for identification of
different groups.
“Numbers 10:14–28 records “the order of march of the children of
Israel, according to their armies, when they began their journey.”
The people moved out in groups organized by flags, as we read, “the
standard of the camp of the children of Judah set out first according
to their armies,” and the other camps followed in like manner. These
standards were regularly used in wartime to mark divisions of
soldiers on the battlefield. King Solomon knew well the magnificent
scene of thousands of warriors brilliantly arrayed in armor with
their banners streaming in the wind. He described the sight of his
beloved bride to be “awesome as an army with banners” (Song of
Solomon 6:4, 10).
Let me start off by saying that there’s a lot I could say about the
U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling on same-sex marriage. However, I’ve
decided that for the time being I’m going to keep my personal beliefs
on same-sex marriage to myself and God. So with that being said, I’ll
change the subject to flags.
Recently we’ve witnessed the lowering of the Confederate flag and
the raising of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT)
pride flag, also known as the Rainbow flag. Because there’s been an
abundance of attention on the Confederate flag and the Rainbow flag
I thought it would be good to share a story about a different flag … a
flag that doesn’t get noticed that much these days.
Here’s an excerpt from “Flag Day and Biblical Banners” written by
Erik Lutz
“A well-known statement credited to Solomon’s bride also mentions
banners, but in a different context: “He brought me to the banqueting
house, and his banner over me was love” (Song of Solomon 2:4).1
This type of banner is joyfully displayed for all to see—it brings
to mind images of jubilant celebrations and festivities. Solomon’s
father David used flags in this sense when he wrote, “We will rejoice
in your salvation, and in the name of our God we will set up our
banners!” (Psalm 20:5). David also said of the Lord, “You have given
a banner to those who fear You, that it may be displayed because of
the truth” (Psalm 60:4).
“These Psalms show flags as a way to rejoice in the salvation God has
won for us. Similarly, after a miraculous victory, Moses likened God
to a flag of triumph when he named an altar Yahweh-nissi, which
means “The LORD is my Banner” (Exodus 17:15). The prophet
Isaiah spoke of the coming Messiah as a rallying flag: “And in that
day there shall be a Root of Jesse, who shall stand as a banner to the
people” (Isaiah 11:10).
“Our God is a glorious banner of victory over us—a flag of triumph.
The gospel declares that Jesus Christ, God’s perfect Son, defeated sin
A SPECIAL VISIT FROM
EVANGELIST FRANK SHELTON, JR.
This past Sunday was a very special Sunday at Wells
Chapel Baptist Church. My friend, Evangelist Frank Shelton, Jr.
was quest speaker for our morning and evening service. It was so
good to see him again and he preached two dynamic sermons.
Frank Shelton, Jr. is a God called Evangelist. He is also
an author. He has a passion for God and our country. He is
married to Ruth and they have two children, Hannah Grace and
Andrew Lincoln. They reside in Maryland.
Frank is a Fox News contributor and a regular guest
on “Hannity” news show. He was International Evangelism
Chairman of the 2012 Olympics Outreach in London, England
and has been named to that position for the 2016 Olympics
Outreach in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. He is a volunteer White
House Press Correspondent with a Christian newspaper and
attends press briefings monthly in the James S. Brady Press Room
of the West Wing.
Frank was one of the youngest ever to attend the Billy
Graham School of Evangelism in Monterey, California in 1999.
Frank worked for 17 years on Capital Hill at some of the highest
levels of government.
On July 27, 2007 Frank walked away completely “by
faith” from the pay, prestige and retirement of Washington, D.C.
to preach the Gospel as an itinerant preacher traveling locally,
nationally, and globally to share God’s Word with the world. Most
importantly, Frank points people to a personal relationship with
Jesus Christ. He frequently shares his testimony on worldwide
television and frequently appears on Fox News to discuss biblical
truth. He is a Spirit-led servant and soul winner. He is a multifaceted man with an unrelenting love for Jesus and sharing His
Gospel.
Knowing Frank personally, I can honestly say he
is a man that loves the Lord and he has a burning desire that
everyone comes to have a personal relationship with God and
experience His salvation and all-encompassing love.
Frank preaches biblical truth and he lays out exactly
what the Bible says about Hell and its terrors. But he is quick
to point the way to salvation through our loving, compassionate
Savior.
It is a joy to hear Frank preach. He speaks God’s Word
in truth, honesty and compassion. He preaches LOVE, that we
should love one another, even when we disagree on things. He
preaches Christians should love above all. That touches my
heart, for I firmly believe if we had more love and a lot less hate
and bitterness, our world would be a much better place.
Frank continues to blaze new pathways to share God’s
“Good News” Gospel with everyone. He has just started a new
TV ministry on Dish Network on channel 262 on Sky Angel
Network. (Sky Angel is the 4th largest Christian network in the
United States.)
It is a 30 minutes ministry show named “By Faith.”
It airs on Wednesday mornings at 7:00 A.M. and Friday
evenings at 6:30 P.M. His show also airs on Christian Television
A Dark Night
By Vanessa W. Polk
Mark 14:26, 32-36– When they had sung the hymn, they went to the Mount of Olives. …Then they
came to a place which was named Gethsemane; and He said to His disciples, “Sit here while I pray.”
And He took Peter, James, and John with Him, and He began to be distress and agitated [troubled and deeply distressed]. Then He said to them, “I am deeply grieved [my soul is exceedingly
sorrowful], even to death; remain here, and keep awake [stay here and watch].” And going a little
farther, he threw himself [fell] on the ground and prayed that if it were possible, the hour might pass
from Him. And He said, “Abba, Father, all things are possible for you, take this cup away from me;
nevertheless, not what I will, but what you will.”
Like most people, I am heartbroken over the recent tragic shootings
inside Historic Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church in
Charleston, SC. A pastor and eight church members gunned down
during their Wednesday night Bible study. Unbelievable. Stunned
as I sat listening to the coverage, I wondered, “Is there no safe
place?” Tears welled up in my eyes; my heart began to swell with
sadness. I was deeply distressed. Life had once again given us a
dose of reality our human minds could never fully comprehend.
In my quest for meaning I found refuge in a familiar place, my
National Baptist Hymnal. Within the songs of God I find grace
to process my feelings and strength to hold on to my faith. But,
before I could even open its worn pages, the words of a hymn came
to me, “Farther along, we’ll know all about it. Farther along, we’ll
understand why. Cheer up my brother, live in the sunshine; we’ll
understand it all by and by.” Not wanting to admit that our world
can be a difficult place, I just sat there singing. I knew God would
give me, our Nation, the grace to cheer up and to live on in the
SONshine, but in that moment I was stuck. I didn’t understand
why. I don’t understand why. These are the times that try the soul
of humanity. Undeniably, tragedy has a peculiar way of drawing us
closer to God, and to each other.
I’m reminded of the phrase “dark night of the soul” which was
coined by St. John of the Cross, a sixteenth century Carmelite
monk. It is described as hardship, pain and emotional burdens
the soul meets on the way to God. It is not just a bad hair day
or another hard day at the office; it is an experience of intense
anguish. It is having a downcast spirit, a heavy heart, or a sense
of despair too deep to describe. The text reveals that on the last
night before God allows his SON to fulfill his divine destiny,
Jesus himself experienced a “dark night of the soul.” There in
the Mount of Olives, the humanity of Jesus struggled with his
Divinity. Sorrowful, distressed and grieved, the texts tells us that
after singing a hymn Jesus went to the ‘place of pressing’ and fell
to the ground in prayer. What else was there for him to do? What
else can we do in times like these? If we think things are bad now,
had Jesus not come through his ‘dark night of the soul’ holding
on to his purpose, I’d dare not consider the condition this world
would be in today. With all the suffering around us, we must not
lose heart. As difficult as it may be, we, too, must sing our hymns,
enter the ‘place of pressing’ and fall to the ground in prayer. Our
capacity to survive the tragedies of life dwells only in a relationship
with God, for the power of God within us is greater that the pain,
and death to redeem us from the Curse. Let’s celebrate under that
banner today!” [Used with permission. © 2015 Answers in Genesis
— www.AnswersInGenesis.org]
Pledge to the Christian Flag
I pledge allegiance to the Christian Flag and to the Savior for whose
Kingdom it stands. One Savior, crucified, risen, and coming again
with life and liberty to all who believe.
The Christian Flag
The Christian Flag! behold it,
And hail it with a song,
And let the voice of millions
The joyful strain prolong,
To every clime and nation,
We send it forth today;
God speed its glorious mission,
With earnest hearts we pray.
[Refrain]
The Christian Flag! behold it,
And hail it with a song,
And let the voice of millions
The joyful strain prolong.
The Christian Flag! unfurl it,
That all the world may see
The bloodstained cross of Jesus,
Who died to make us free.
The Christian Flag! unfurl it,
And o’er and o’er again,
Oh! may it bear the message,
“Good will and peace to men.”
The Christian Flag! God bless it!
Now throw it to the breeze,
And may it wave triumphant
O’er land and distant seas,
Till all the wide creation
Upon its folds shall gaze,
And all the world united,
Our loving Savior praise.
Words: Fanny Crosby (1820-1915)
Music: R. Huntington Woodman (18611943)
Debra Joy Wallace is a Christian
columnist and speaker. Facebook page:
Weighty Inspiration by Debra Joy
– Email: debra@debrawallace.com –
Website: www.debrawallace.com
Network in southwest
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A.M. “BY FAITH” is
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F r a n k ’ s
show is appropriately
named, because he
lives his life by faith.
He doesn’t just speak of living by faith - he does it. One of
Frank’s favorite quotes is “live by faith or die in fear.”
Frank says, “Shine a light for God. Even if it seems
it’s just a small thing. Nothing is small with God!”
Frank Shelton, Jr. has a strong commitment
to serving God. He is dedicated to bringing lost souls to
Christ. He has walked “B Y FAITH” to do God’s work and
continues on, striving to share God’s love with as many as he
can reach.
Yet, he is a humble, kind,
compassionate man. He is a friend to
both my husband and I. And I am so
happy God placed him in our lives! It
was wonderful to see him again. May
God continue to richly bless him!
Written by
Be sure to watch Frank’s
Carolyn
Horrell
ministry on Sky Angel. Also visit www.
Mintz
Frankshelton.com@FranksheltonJr.
pressure and problems around us.
When family tragedy, natural disasters, terrorist attacks, gun
violence, occupational obstacles or unexpected trials shatter your
peace and sense of security, who do you invite into your vulnerable
space? Jesus invited his inner circle. When your soul is suffering
emotional pain beyond explanation, what do you do? In anguish
Jesus prayed more earnestly, his sweat was like drops of blood
falling to the ground. When the night seems so dark it feels like
daylight will never come, how do you hold on? Jesus talked to his
Father and pressed on toward his purpose.
“God of our weary years, God of our silent tears, Thou who has
brought us thus far on the way; Thou who has by Thy might, led us
into the light, keep us forever in the path, we pray.” –James Weldon
Johnson, The Negro National Anthem
An experience of the dark night is a time when grief and pain
transforms our relationship with God –taking us to a place of
deeper peace, purpose and grace. In Jesus’ time of great agony
he went to a place that he had gone many times before –a place
of solitude and centering prayer. Inevitably each of us will
experience our own ‘dark night of the soul.’ When it happens, we
must draw strength from God, and from being in fellowship with
each other. We may live in a fallen world, but our God remains
faithful. Regardless of how broken the world may be, God is with
us. Pressing our way to a quiet place in God’s presence allows God
to fill us with the grace we need to grieve, to process our pain, to
act justly, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with our God.
May the Lord bless you (us) and protect you (us), watch, guard,
and keep you (us); may the Lord make his face to shine upon
you (us), and be gracious to you (us); may the Lord lift up his
countenance upon you (us), and give you (us) peace. –Numbers
6:24-26
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Starring: Arnold Schwarzenegger, Emilia Clarke,
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When John Connor (Jason Clarke), leader of the
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Starring: Channing Tatum, Matt Bomer, Joe
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Picking up the story three years after Mike bowed
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elebrate warm weather, abundant outdoor activities and all the fun of July Fourth with
a flavorful and festive gathering. Independence Day only comes once a year, so make
it count and invite your favorite guests over for a memorable event. You’ll go out with
a bang when you serve up these palate-pleasing dishes at your patriotic party.
Patriotic and Perfectly Sweet
This July Fourth, serve watermelon. This yummy fruit boasts sweetness and nutrition at a great
value. Loaded with vitamins A, B6 and C, as well as antioxidants and heart-healthy amino acids,
it’s a welcome addition to your summer spread. For more recipes, visit www.watermelon.org.
Red, White and Blue
Watermelon Cake
Servings: 6–8
1 seedless watermelon
1 cup low or no fat
natural vanilla
flavored yogurt
1 cup sliced almonds
1 cup blueberries
1 cup sliced strawberries
Place watermelon on side on cutting board.
Cut 3–5 inches off each end to create large center slice
between 3–5 inches in depth. Trim off outer rind.
Cut watermelon slice into 6–8 pie-shaped wedges. Blot
edges with paper towels to absorb excess moisture.
Dip the back (curved) side of each slice in yogurt and then
almonds, re-assembling pieces on serving platter as each piece
is completed.
When finished, it will look like piecrust of almonds around
watermelon slices. Frost top of reassembled watermelon with
remaining yogurt and decorate top with berries. Serve cold.
Fresh Off the Grill
“For a red-white-and-blue burger that tastes as good as it looks, I use ground bison on a brioche bun,
topped with Castello Burger Blue Cheese,” says celebrity chef Michael Symon. For more recipes,
visit castellocheeseusa.com.
Bison Burger with Blue Cheese
Recipe courtesy of Michael Symon
Servings: 4
Kosher Salt
Freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound ground bison, loosely packed into
burger patties
4 slices Castello Burger Blue cheese
4 brioche-style soft hamburger buns, toasted
1 small red onion, very thinly sliced into rings
1 cup arugula
Heat your grill to medium-high heat.
Season burgers with salt and freshly
ground black pepper on both sides. Drizzle
with olive oil, then place on grill.
Cook 3 minutes, then flip.
Add slices of blue cheese (1 slice
per burger), and let cook another
1–2 minutes.
Remove burgers from grill and place
patties on toasted buns.
Top each burger with slice of red onion
and 1/4 of arugula.
Serve.
Star-Spangled Dessert
Add color and crunch to your cones with a dip in red, white or blue melted Candy Melts candy and a
variety of patriotic sprinkles. The Cone Cakes baking rack holds the cones for drying and serving. For
more recipes, visit www.wilton.com.
Dipped Ice Cream Cones
Yield: 12 ice cream cones
1 bag (12 ounces) Bright White Candy
Melts Candy
Sugar ice cream cones
Jimmies 6-Mix Sprinkle Assortment
Rainbow Jimmies
Melt candy in microwave safe bowl. Dip cones about
1 inch deep around opening of cone. Cut small hole
in tip of bag and drizzle melted candy 1 inch deep
around opening of cone. Tap cone lightly to smooth,
and sprinkle with jimmies. Position cone in cone
rack. Let chill, about 10–15 minutes.
Add ice cream scoops at party and serve in
cone rack.
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SPRINT CUP
XFINITY SERIES
Race: Coke Zero 400
Where: Daytona International Speedway
When: Sunday, 7:45 p.m. (ET)
TV: NBC
2014 Winner: Aric Almirola (right)
Race: Firecracker 250
Where: Daytona International Speedway
When: Saturday, 7:30 p.m. (ET)
TV: NBCSN
2014 Winner: Kasey Kahne
Busch brothers finish 1-2 — for the first time, at Sonoma
When Kyle Busch returned to the Sprint Cup Series after
being sidelined for 11 races after crashing in the Xfinity Series
season opener, he was given an exemption when it came to making the cut for the Chase for the Sprint Cup.
NASCAR officials informed Kyle that the provision that he
start every regular-season race had been waived, but he still
needed to win a race and finish in the top 30 in points after
Richmond.
Last Sunday in the Toyota/Save Mart 350 at Sonoma Raceway,
Busch accomplished the more difficult of the two requirements
— driving by Jimmie Johnson with five laps remaining to get
the victory.
His brother, Kurt, who had the dominant car for much of the
race, finished second, marking the first-ever 1-2 finish in Cup
for the Busch brothers. It was also the first win at the Cup level
for Kyle’s crew chief, Adam Stevens.
Now comes the second challenge for Kyle and his No. 18 team
— making up the 136-point deficit between him and Cole Whitt,
who now holds the 30th position in the standings.
But Kyle’s win should make that part a little easier, as he can
be more conservative in his approach to future races. He needs
to finish around 14th in the remaining 10 races to make the top
30.
“Certainly, it’s feasible,” Kyle Busch said in his winner’s interview. “There’s no reason why it shouldn’t be. This team is good
enough to be that way, and I should be good enough to be that
way.”
Before Sunday, Kyle hadn’t gained many points since his return, mostly due to wrecks at Dover and Michigan.
“Those were entirely just my fault, obviously, and I’ve got to
be better than that,” he said. “We can’t have any more of those.
We’ve just got to be smart about how we race.”
He said that means not taking as many risks in the next few
weeks.
“We don’t have to put ourselves in a bad spot when we’re running third, fourth or fifth to try to get that victory,” he said. “We
can run third, fourth or fifth and that’s a good day for us; that’ll
be just fine.”
At Sonoma, Kyle appeared to be headed to a top-5 finish instead of the win. But when the caution flag flew with 11 laps remaining for Casey Mears’ broken rear axle housing, it changed
the course of the race.
Jimmie Johnson, who had been leading prior to the caution,
stayed on the track while most of his top challengers pitted for
fresh tires and fuel.
For the restart, Clint Bowyer, who was running second prior
to the caution, lined up sixth behind Johnson and four others
riding on worn tires. Kyle restarted seventh, but quickly worked
his way to the front and drove away from the field. His brother
took second place from Bowyer with two laps to go, but never
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CAMPING WORLD TRUCKS
Race: UNOH 225
Where: Kentucky Speedway
When: July 9, 7:30 p.m. (ET)
TV: FOX Sports 1
2014 Winner: Kyle Busch
NOTEBOOK
‘Things went wrong’ at Sonoma
for points leader Harvick
Rainier Ehrhardt/Getty Images for NASCAR
The top two drivers in the Sprint
Cup standings
didn’t fare as well
last Sunday at
Sonoma Raceway
as they have at
most other tracks
this season.
Points leader
Kevin Harvick finished fourth — just the
sixth time this season that he hasn’t finished either first or second, and the first
time this year that he’s gone two races in a
row without finishing first or second.
The defending Series champion appeared
to be poised for another top finish, but a
slow pit stop midway through the race put
him at a disadvantage that he couldn’t
quite overcome.
“Just a lot of things went wrong,” Harvick
said. “We had probably the fastest car on
Kurt Busch won the Toyota/Save Mart 350, his first victory this Sprint
the race track. It just took us all day to
Cup season — after being sidelined for 11 races.
overcome all the stuff we had going on.”
Martin Truex Jr., second in the standings,
got close enough to Kyle to challenge for the win.
“Really cool to come home 1-2 … especially on a road course,”
finished outside the top 10 for just the secKyle Busch said. “We grew up racing on ovals, but to do that
ond time this season. He was involved in an
here on a road course, I think that’s just a true testament to our incident with David Ragan, slammed into a
father and everything he’s done for us over the years … and to
tire barrier and finished 42nd. He blamed
have both Busch brothers be as good as we are and to be winRagan.
ning drivers on the Sprint Cup tour each year is certainly a true
“I kind of had the No. 55 (Ragan) passed
testament to our family.”
about four times, and every time he just
Next up for Kyle Busch is a return to competition at Daytona
didn’t really give an inch,” Truex said. “I
International Speedway for the first time since his accident
hit him down there in Turn 7 on accident
there last February.
and kind of doored him and I think he got
“It’s going to be different than I’ve ever probably gone into that
[mad] and turned me on purpose.”
race track, no doubt,” he said. “I’m looking forward to getting out
Ragan, who was having one of his best
there on the race track and attacking that demon and get back
road-course
races ever, saw it differently.
in the pack and just work myself to having a good race car for
“The 78 [Truex] ran me off the race track,
Sunday night.”
just body-slammed me,” Ragan said. “I was
just trying to get back on the race track.
That’s a great instance where the 78 just
He’s studied his family tree for years and spent a recent off-weekend
Since his father died, Dale Earnhardt Jr. has been NASCAR’s most
absolutely did me wrong, and I’m trying to
popular driver — with no other driver even coming close to matching traveling to Germany, where his ancestors lived. In his typical fashget back on the race track. That’s unfortuion, he shared the experiences of his trip with the media and public.
his fan following.
nate for him; it’s never good to see anybody
Earnhardt stayed away from the tourist centers, focusing instead on
Junior’s connection with the fans is a subject that is often debated.
tear up their race car. Martin would probThe general thinking is that he isn’t the fan favorite just because he’s the small towns where his ancestors lived — places where no one
ably not do that again if he had an opportueven knew who he was, or didn’t make a fuss if they did.
the son of an icon. In fact, in many ways, he’s not like his father. He
nity.”
“It was kind of fun to be anonymous,” he said.
doesn’t have that intimidating driving style that endeared his father
Ragan was involved in a second incident,
He even picked a church in one of those remote villages to propose
to a generation of fans. He doesn’t even win as often as his father did,
with Carl Edwards, but Edwards shoulwho had 76 career Sprint Cup wins and a record-tying seven champi- to his girlfriend, Amy Reimann.
“The town we were in was Illesheim, and my 10th and ninth
onships.
dered the blame for that run-in.
grandfather(s) lived there, went to church there, and that church is
Midway through his 16th full season, Junior has 24 wins and no
Ragan said that he wouldn’t change a
the church that they went to,” he said. “It’s over 1,000 years old.”
Cup championships, yet he’s been able to maintain his popularity
thing.
Earnhardt said he’d been studying his family history on the
despite going winless in five of the past nine seasons.
“A lot of times I’m a little too conservative,
Internet, but wanted to check it out firsthand.
His popularity could come from the fact that he has a way of makand
I give these guys too much,” he said.
“I had known all this stuff doing all this genealogy over the years,”
ing fans feel like they know him and identify with him.
“I’m glad I held my own.”
he said. “You still have to see this stuff with your own eyes to believe
His father had that knack,
it.”
as many saw him not just as
So he did something few can ever say they’ve done.
the Intimidator, but as a North
“We went to the city of Speyer and to the archives and actually held
Carolina boy who grew up relatively poor, and made good, while the book that this church used to document … births, deaths, bap1. Kevin Harvick, 616
tisms,” he said. “I could sit there and read the individual writings of
maintaining his roots.
my 10th grandfather (Hamman Ehrenhart), my ninth grandfather,
Similarly, Junior has a way of
2. Martin Truex Jr., 563
sharing his personal life — good when they were baptized and when they died. I could see it with my
own hands and I’m holding the book, the original book.”
and bad — with the media, and
3. Joey Logano, 559
That was a moment so special, Earnhardt said, that he knew it was
thereby, his fans. His fans have
4. Jimmie Johnson, 546
experienced his difficult relation- the right time to set in play another branch of the family tree.
Dale Earnhardt Jr. is relatable
“That
made
me
more
confident
to
make
the
decision
to
propose
to
ship
with
his
stepmother,
his
to his fans, which helps him win
5. Dale Earnhardt Jr., 545
Amy in that church,” he said. “I don’t have a church because we race
close bond with his sister and
NASCAR’s “Most Popular Driver”
on
Sundays.
I
went
to
St.
Mark’s
Lutheran
in
Mooresville
when
I
was
the
personal
issues
he
struggled
year after year.
6. Brad Keselowski, 505
a kid. I’m Lutheran, and if I wanted to go to church … I would go to
with as he left a race team run
St. Mark’s.”
by his family to drive at Hendrick Motorsports. Many of Junior’s
7. Jamie McMurray, 497
Back home, Earnhardt was warmed by the congratulatory notes on
admirers also appreciate his love for and respect of NASCAR’s his8. Kasey Kahne, 483
his engagement.
tory. His knowledge of the races and racers of the past, the politics of
“The comments that were the best were the ones where people were
the sport over the years and the lessons learned have made him the
9. Matt Kenseth, 479
complimenting Amy and what she’s done for me,” he said. “People
logical choice for many of his peers for the driver council that is now
that are close to me have seen the … impact she’s had on my life; it’s
working with NASCAR officials to better the sport.
10. Kurt Busch, 469
good to hear those kinds of things.”
Earnhardt has also shared his interest in his own family history.
Junior maintains ‘most popular’ status by making fans feel like they know him
Chris Trotman/Getty Images for NASCAR
SPRINT CUP STANdINGS
Allmendinger doesn’t live up to expectations on road course at Sonoma
A.J. Allmendinger, one of the Sprint Cup circuit’s best road
racers, was poised to contend for the win last Sunday at
Sonoma before a fuel issue sidelined his No. 47 Chevrolet.
Allmendinger started on the pole and was among the leaders
early in the race. But a problem with his fuel cell sent him to
the garage for lengthy repairs, and left him with a 37th-place
finish.
The Sonoma race was one that Allmendinger and his crew
had circled on their calendar, as it represented one of his best
chances to win, and thereby earn a spot in the Chase for the
Sprint Cup.
After his car was repaired, he and crew chief Brian Burns
used the remainder of the race to prepare for the circuit’s other
road-course race, at Watkins Glen, where he’s the defending
winner.
“We turned it into a test session and learned a lot, picked up
a lot of speed,” Burns said. “We ran the fastest lap of the race
compared to anybody else towards the end, just trying some
things.”
Allmendinger said he took some solace in the fact that neither he nor his team made a mistake that took them out of
contention.
“It’s nothing we really did wrong,” he said. “I think we had a
good enough car to be in the top 5 for sure. It would have just
been interesting the way it played out. There were a couple of
spots on the race track I was just a little weak that we need to
be a little bit better, but I thought it was at least good enough
to at least contend.”
NUMERICALLY
SPEAKING
2,488
Laps run among the
top 15 in the past 21
Sprint Cup races at
Daytona International Speedway
by Kyle Busch, tops among all
drivers — and he missed this year’s
Daytona 500.
551
Laps led in the past 21
races at Daytona by Tony
Stewart — the most of
any driver.
Jerry Markland/Getty Images for NASCAR
95
Career Sprint Cup wins by
Bobby and Donnie Allison
— the most of any brothers.
Bobby has 85 and Donnie has 10.
57
Road course champ A.J. Allmendinger started the Toyota/Save Mart 350 on the pole, but fuel issues relegated him to a 37th-place finish.
Career wins by the Busch
brothers — Kyle with 30, and
Kurt with 27 — fourth on the
all-time list.
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HCA Senior Cullen Hobbs Swinging at Excellence
When asked if he plans on becoming a member of
the Wolfpack Golf team, Cullen said he is planning
on focusing on his career.
“I am going to study business management,” he
explained. “My family runs a business (Woodshed
Custom Cabinets in Clinton) and I am hoping to
go to college, get my degree and come back and
work in the family business.”
That family support has been crucial to any and all
of his successes.
“They are the most influential people in my life,”
he said of his parents. “They have always pushed
me to do my best and taught me a solid work ethic
… they have always been there for me and have
supported me in everything that I have ever done.”
*Standout golfer named Star Athlete
by coaches
Harrells Christian Academy senior Cullen Hobbs
said that he was surprised when told that he
has been named this week’s Performance Auto/
Sampson Weekly Star Athlete of the Week.
“I am very surprised,” the 18-year-old said. “It’s
awesome; I really didn’t expect it.”
One look at Hobbs’ hard work as a Christian
Crusader golfer helped propel the team to a
strong finish this season - the team recently
finished fourth in the conference - which is why
his coaches nominated him for the award.
“I have been working hard throughout the time
I have been playing golf here,” he said. “I have
showed up and tried my best.”
Born and raised in Sampson County to Wayne
and Karen Hobbs, Cullen got the itch to play golf
at the age of 8 courtesy of his uncle, Glen Barfield.
“He played golf a lot and got me involved really
early,” he explained. “It wasn’t something that I
had a trouble with. I picked up on how to play the
game right away.”
When asked if he had a favorite golfer, Cullen
answered, “Phil Mickelson. I love the way he plays
the game and I just think he is a really classy guy.”
The best part of the game of golf is the actual
challenge of it, Cullen said. “That is why I love
playing it – the challenge of each hole. To me, I
think it is one of the most difficult sports to play
because of how hard it can be.”
Two years ago, Cullen had a chance to watch the
professionals up close when he attended the PGA
Tour Championship. “It was awesome,” he said.
“You see it on television and it is totally different
seeing the shots in person. To watch the difficulty
and the control the golfers had, just really pushed
me to work harder as a golfer.”
Which made it that much more difficult when he
walked off the greens for the final time in his high
school career just a few weeks ago.
“It was really shocking to think that I wouldn’t be
playing high school golf again,” he said. “I have
been playing golf (at Harrells) for the past six
years and it has played such a big part of my life,
so yeah, leaving that green for the final time was
tough.”
The straight ‘A’ student, who says his favorite
subject is his AG Business Class and spends
much of his free time working with the Harrells
FFA, will be headed to N.C. State University in
the fall.
“It is such a tight-knit community and family
atmosphere here (at Harrells), I know that it is
going to feel different moving on,” he said. “It is
going to feel different branching out, but I am
ready for it.”
PERFORMANCE AUTOMOTIVE Salutes this week’s
In addition to his family, friends, coaches and
teachers, Cullen said another source of support
that has touched his heart has come from the
Harrells community.
“Oh yeah, the community plays a vital role in
everything at the school,” he said. “Not just that
they are there at all the games and in the stands at
all the sporting events, they are really supportive.
I will give you the perfect example. Every other
team at Harrells can practice on campus, the golf
team cannot. So the community supports us and
because of that, River Landing Country Club allows
us to practice there. That means everything. That
is support.”
Which is why Cullen plans on returning to Sampson
County after college.
When asked where he wants to be in 10 years, he
says, “Right here, working for the family business.
I also hope to be able to come back to Harrells and
maybe mentor or coach some of the kids on the
golf team. I think that it is important to come back
and give back to the people and community that
helped raise you.”
He begins his part of ‘giving back’ by sharing
a piece of advice to younger student-athletes
coming into high school.
“I would tell them to find something they love and
really work at it to be the best that they can be,”
Cullen said. “In golf, it is the same thing. You only
get better when you keep practicing.”
With his humble demeanor, positive attitude and
strong work ethic, we look forward to all the future
successes.
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Lakewood High School
Recognized as Cleanest School
The Sampson County School Board recognized the custodians from Lakewood High School
(Sherry Fann, Mary Parker, and Freddie Robinson) for being selected as the Custodial Team
of the Semester on Tuesday night.
Hobbton Technology
Congratulations to all Hobbton Technology Student Association members who
competed March 22-24 at the North Carolina State TSA Conference in Greensboro! The competition was fierce this
year, but we did make our presence
known. In total we had 9 participants,
with Elvie Sumner placing first in Essays
on Technology and winning a $500 scholarship. The Hobbton TSA managed to
place 3rd in fundraising for the American
Cancer Society as well as win Small High
School Chapter of the Year, which is the highest honor attainable for chapters of our size in the state of North Carolina. The conference was a huge
success and positive display of the talent and potential here at Hobbton
High School.
Hobbton TSA is trying to raise enough money to go and compete at the
2015 National TSA conference in Dallas, Texas on June 28-July 2. If you
or someone you know would like to donate, please contact Mr. Brandon
Thompson at tthompson@sampson.k12.nc.us or by calling Hobbton High
School at (910) 594-0242. This is a great opportunity for these students and
a wonderful representation of Sampson County Schools.
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Roseboro Salemburg
Middle School
Roseboro Salemburg Middle School 7th grade students took a trip to William Peace University in Raleigh North Carolina. While on campus, the students toured the university’s
library, student dorms, cafeteria, gymnasium, administration building, chapel and classroom buildings. Roseboro Salemburg Middle School’s teachers and guidance counselor plan
trips to local colleges to expose their students to college life early. They do this in hopes the
students will start thinking about where they want to go to college as well as various majors
they have to choose from at each college. We hope all of our students have plans to attend
college in their future.
The Sampson County Veterans Council &
The Sampson County Veterans Service Office
Wish to Thank our Sponsors of our
“Six Night’s Out Fundraiser”
Five winners received gift cards or certificates from six different
restaurants for a meal. There was 50 other drawings for gift cards
and prizes that were also given away. The money we raised goes to
help fund emergency relief for Veterans and their dependents in
our county.
Thank you for your generous support of this fundraiser.
We are happy to announce with ticket sales and donations we
raised $7,000.00.
A huge Thank You to Billy McDaniel for his dedication in making
this fund raiser such a success.
Winners of Six Nights Out
Ms. Peggy Melvin
Mr. Ricky Autry
Mr. Michael McLamb
Mr. Tony Johnson
Ms. Ellen Jones
Below is a list of our Sponsors who helped make this event happen.
Please Support our Sponsors!!
Mike Bass
Ted’s Charcoal Steak House
Ribeyes Steak House
Bill Holden
The Grist Mill
Lewis Bar B Que
Patrick Collins
Southern Style Bar-B-Que
Sandpiper Seafood
Weeks & Associates
Hwy 55 (Andy’s)
Pizza Hut
Campbell Oil Co.
Pizza Inn
Salem Pizza
Grand Rental
Hardee’s of Clinton
Bojangles of Clinton
Party Perfect
McDonalds of Clinton
Arby’s of Clinton
Serenity Baptist Church
Happy Belly Deli
Subway of Clinton
NC Marble & Granite
Ruby Tuesday
Burney’s Sweets
James D. Moore, Jr.
Dairy Queen of Clinton
Zeng’s Palace
Lion’s Club of Clinton
El Cazador Mexican Resturant Piggly Wiggly of Clinton
Eleanor N. Bradshaw
Food Lion of Roseboro
Pittman Corner Grill
Rev. Wilbert Ammons
Railroad Street Steakhouse
Spells Mechanical services
Leo Hopson
Caring Hands Animal Hospital B.J. Williamson Gas
Jerry of Roseboro
Civitan Club Members
Civitan Club of Clinton
Bruce Brinkman
Clinton Realty Co.
Tractor Supply
Al Jackson
Big Blue
James Trading Co.
Union Grove Christ of Church
Sharpe & Davis Garden Center Owen Home Furnishings
Performance Chrysler Dodge
Ford of Clinton
Sherwin- Williams Co.
Bryan K. Avery
Shabby Lane Gifts
Nissan of Clinton
Darryl A. Price
King’s Fire & Safety
Farmers Hardware
Terry Lane Plumbing
Clinton Appliance Co.
Gilmore & Son Towing
The Sampson Weekly
Glow Day Spa & Salon
Terry’s Intarsia Shop
Quality Printing of Clinton
Woody McLamb
Sessoms Jewerly Store
Marshall Falatovich
Car Quest of Clinton
Sampson Building of Clinton
Sampson Sun
Matthews Drugs
Ann’s Sew-N- Vac
Sampson Independent
Go Chevrolet
Robinson & Son
Billy McDaniel, True Value
Willie Hobbs, Ins.
Clifton Construction Co.
Royal Hall Funeral Home
Trustworthy Hardware Co.
Edna’s Florist
Mar-Cel Company
Ricky Carter
Kim Mintz
Rose Carter
Turlington Lumber Co.
Show Rooms Furniture
Jerry Marshburn
Allen’s Irrigation
Carter General Maintenance
Gilmore & Son Towing
Big Pawn Shop
Elam Summerlin, Sr.
Dwight Elmore “DJD” mobile DJ Service
Harold Barber Shop of Roseboro
If we have omitted any name we apologize but know your
help was greatly appreciated.
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Crossword
Puzzle
CLUES ACROSS
1. Coneless craters
6. Pullulate
10. Six (Spanish)
14. Cricket frog
15. Deliberately subverted
17. McCullough’s 2nd book
19. Body of water
20. Plural of 22 down
21. To get up
22. They __
23. Expression of sorrow
24. Turfs
26. Door beam
29. Arabian sultanate
31. Corn dough
32. Soft infant food
34. Famous movie pig
35. “Oleanna” playwright
37. One point E of SE
38. Cool down
39. Surrender
40. WWII war criminal Rudolph
41. Artificial
43. Drains
45. Woods component
46. Unit of time (abbr.)
47. 1955-77 regional defense org.
49. Local area network
50. 1/3 tablespoon (abbr.)
53. Breathe excessively
57. Dilapidated ships
58. Goes it alone
59. Jap. women pearl divers
60. Television tube
61. (Prev. Portuguese) S. China
seaport
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2. Dull pain
3. Length x width =
4. Fishing gear
5. Small Chevrolet truck
6. 18th Hebrew letter (alt. sp.)
7. Ingests
8. Decline
9. Martinet
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11. Hen products
12. Technology firm
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16. Albanian capital
18. Sensory receptors
22. Publicity
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24. Sword with a curved blade
25. Single
27. Fencing swords
28. Research workplaces
29. Japanese sash
30. Nutmeg covering spice
31. Woman (French)
33. Foot (Latin)
35. Fast rise to fame
36. Used to cut and shape wood
37. Shaft horsepower (abbr.)
39. A consortium of companies
42. Stirrup bone
43. Transmitted
44. Carrier’s invention
46. Without (French)
47. Noah’s oldest son (Bible)
48. Jaguarundi
49. Former Cowboy Leon
50. Powder mineral
51. Greek colonnade
52. Mexican monetary unit
54. Preceeded the DVD
55. Doctrine suffix
56. Mauna __, HI, volcano
57. Public prosecutor
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CRIME
Arrest Reports
06-25 Derek D Goodwin, 34; 100 Gee
Jay Lane, Clinton; Failure to ComplyChild Support; Court 06-30
06-25 Larry Donnell Herring, 46; 516
Margaret St., Clinton; Resisting Public
Officer; Failure to Comply- Child Support; Secured Bond $1,750; Court 0727
06-25 Christopher Kyle Gray, 23; 2945
Dobbin Holmes Rd., Eastover; Forgery
of an Instrument; Forgery- Using/Uttering; Fraud- Obtaining Money/Property by False Pretense; Secured Bond
$8,000; Court 07-17
06-26 Justina Skye Phillips, 23; 336
Zoar Church Rd., Salemburg; Child
Abuse (Non-Assaultive); Secured Bond
$5,000; Court 08-11
06-26 Alecia Blair Jacobs, 30; 3054
Old Warsaw Rd., Clinton; Failure to
Appear- Communicating Threats; Secured Bond $1,000; Court 07-09
06-28 Travis Ray Kemp, 35; 4170 Hayne
Stretch Rd., Roseboro; Assault on a Female; Court 06-29
06-28 Joseph Kameron Smith, 20; 3065
Honeycutt Rd., Clinton; Escape from Custody or Resist Arrest; Criminal Damage
to Property; Simple Non-Physical Threat
upon an Officer; Simple Physical Assault;
Secured Bond $10,000; Court 07-16
06-28 Roy Anthony Merritt, 29; 4181
Needmore Rd. Turkey; Assault by Strangulation; Simple Assault; No Bond; Court
07-17
06-29 William Bentley Jones, 27; 10190
Faison Hwy., Faison; Burglary- NonForced Entry; Larceny after Breaking &
Entering; Possession of Stolen Goods/
Property; Secured Bond $15,000; Court
07-17
06-29 John Robert Sutton, 36; 3800 Cabin Museum Rd., Turkey; Failure to AppearChild Support; Court 06-30
06-26 Claudia Yvona Bonilla, 23; 226
Patterson Lane, Salemburg; Failure to
Appear/Failure to Comply; Court 07-09
06-29 Bridgett Nicole Brown, 30; 4384
Rye Branch Rd., Newton Grove; Simple
Assault; Court 07-24
06-26 William Corey Chandler, 22;
2061 Yellow Skin Rd., Autryville; Simple Physical Assault; No Bond; Court
07-14
06-29 David Fitzgerald Williams, 33; 80
Laurel Wood Lane, Salemburg; Failure to
Appear- Child Support
06-27 John Robert Sutton, 36; 3800
Cabin Museum Rd., Turkey; Possession of Methamphetamine; PWIMSD
Methamphetamine;
Possession/Distribute Methamphetamine; Secured
Bond $25,000; Court 07-10
06-27 Larry Donnell Herring, 46; 516
Margaret St., Clinton; 2 Counts: Misdemeanor Larceny; Secured Bond
$2,500; Court 07-30
06-27 Michael Stephen Paulino, 26; 80
Hanna Loop Lane, Dunn; Failure to Appear- Larceny; Secured Bond $1,000;
Court 07-22
06-27 Chelsea Lea Martin, 23; 80 Hanna Loop Lane, Dunn; Failure to Comply- Violation of Court Order; Court 0723
06-29 Toneika Murphy, 41; 414 A Royal
Lane Apts., Clinton; Failure to AppearSimple Worthless Checks; Secured Bond
$500; Court 07-14
06-29 Cynthia Dawn Stanley, 30; 147
Lorraine Rd., Clinton; 2 Counts: Possession of SCH II CS controlled substance;
Possession of SCH IV CS; Possession of
Drug Paraphernalia; No Bond; Court 0826
06-29 Charles Christopher Smith, 49; 615
Cain Loop Rd., Elizabethtown; DWI; Secured Bond $1,500; Court 07-13
06-29 Sarah Lee Jones, 22; 87 Old Drag
Strip Rd., Clinton; Larceny; Order for Arrest/Failure to Appear- Speeding; Failure
to Comply- Pay; Secured Bond $3,500;
Court 07-20
06-27 Johnathon Joseph Ward, 36;
147 Lorraine St., Clinton; Shoplifting;
Secured Bond $1,500; Court 07-29
06-30 Justin Devonte McNeil, 20; 2203
10th St., Greenville; 2 Counts: Contempt
of Court, Perjury, Court Violations; Secured Bond $7,000; Court 07-02
06-28 Nina Leigh Avery, 30; 1000 Jacobs St., Apt A, Clinton; Simple Assault;
No Bond; Court 08-03
06-30 Christhian De Jesus Esparza-Ruiz,
21; 6486 Hwy 11, Willard; Aggravated Assault; Secured Bond $2,000; Court 07-30
Marriage Certificates
-Alberto Castillo Martinez to Erica Renee Owens
-Jamos Leon Blackburn to Brandy Lei Williamson
-Tamorris Larue Wooten ton Minon Shavon Faison
-Tyrone Kivwan Watford Sr to Krystal Juliette McLamb
-Waleed Albadani to Amada Ojeda Ramos
-Jose Obed Cruz-Diaz to Amy Hellen Travers
Deaths
-Orma Mae Anders
-Barbara Myrle Ashby
-Katie C Beard
-Lonnie Marie Collister
-Charles Cousins
-Alma Dove
-Carrie Annette Hayes
-Alice Lee Hamilton
-John Raymond Lane
-Latham Conrad Peak
-Howard Butler Rich
-Barbara Ann Strawderman
-Justin Toler
-Beecher Albert Williams
Births
-Haven Serenity Wright born on June 7, 2015 at Sampson Regional Medical Center to
Shandon Tyre Wright and Destiny Nanette Wright
-Nathan Eduardo Ramirez born on June 8, 2015 at Sampson Regional Medical Center to
Eduardo Ramirez Hernandez and Raquel Romero
-Eric Dewayne Whitley born on June 17, 2015 at Sampson Regional Medical Center to
Janelle Chantell Whitley
-Brayan Perez Rodriguez born on June 18, 2015 at Sampson Regional Medical Center to
Daniel Luis Perez Flores and Veronica Rodriguez Salinas
-Alaina Kennedy James born on June 19, 2015 at Sampson Regional Medical Center to
Brandon Lamar James and Monica Sherrell James
-Genesis Adaly Sanchez-Aguirre born on June 19, 2015 at Sampson Regional Medical
Center to Patricia Karina Aguirre
-Brantley Dwayne Summerlin born on June 19, 2015 at Sampson Regional Medical Center
to Jessica Noel Summerlin
-Savanna Raine Odom born on June 20, 2015 at Sampson Regional Medical Center to
Jacob Tyler Odum and Rachel Lynne Odum
-Jarely Jasmine Funez Alvarenga born on June 2, 2015 at Sampson Regional Medical
Center to Eduar Funez Meraz and Lucia Alvarenga Serrano
-Jeremiah Edward Lee Royal born on June 2, 2015 at Sampson Regional Medical Center to
Latoya Monique Williams
-Isabella Marie Torres born on June 2, 2015 at Sampson Regional Medical Center to Robert
Kenneth Harvey Torres and Kelsey Lynn Torres
-Amaree Famous Moseley born on June 22, 2015 at Sampson Regional Medical Center to
Tyree Corneilius Moseley and Cokema Nakofe Moseley
-Kaliahna Samara Ashley born on June 24, 2015 at Sampson Regional Medical Center to
Jennifer Rose Bass
-Ethan Gael Escalera born on June 24, 2015 at Sampson Regional Medical Center to Luis
Ivan Escalera Flores and Beatriz Renteria Espinoza
-Natasha Georgia Melton born on June 25, 2015 at Sampson Regional Medical Center to
William Lee Melton and Ashley Nichole Melton
-Ayva Aryanna Richardson born on June 25, 2015 at Sampson Regional Medical Center to
James William Richardson and Natalie Marie Trevino
06-30 Dorien Lamonz King, 25; 8901
Roseboro Hwy., Roseboro; Assault on a
Female; Injury to Real Property; No Bond;
Court 07-30
06-30 Tyrone Davis Rogers, 36; 96 Myrtle
Rd., Clinton; Failure to Appear- Child Support; Court 07-14
06-30 Derek Delvon Goodwin, 34; 3580
Lisbon Bridge Rd., Garland; DWLR; All
Traffic (except DWI); Secured Bond $500;
Court 08-18
06-30 Lisa Ann Raynor, 37; 391 Sir Lane,
Roseboro; Possession of Drug Paraphernalia; Failure to Appear; Secured Bond
$20,000; Court 07-23
06-30 Marion Lacey Conner, 21; 222 East
Williams St., Autryville; Possession of
Methamphetamine; Simple Possession of
SCH II CS; Possession of Drug Paraphernalia; Secured Bond $31,000; Court 07-14
06-30 Yassir Obed Cruz, 25; 250 1st Lane,
Clinton; Failure to Comply- Child Support;
Court 07-07
06-30 Jarnell Marquise Parker, 22; 602
Boyette Rd., Newton Grove; Simple Physical Assault; Unsecured Bond $500; Court
07-28
06-30 Christopher Ray Johnson, 36; 400
Pine Loop Lane, Autryville; Misdemeanor Probation Violations; Secured Bond
$4,500; Court 07-02
07-01 Marcus Dashawn Mitchell, 22; 204
N East St., Roseboro; Statutory Rape; Indecent Liberties with Child; Solicit Child by
Computer; Disseminate Obscene Material
to Minor; Secured Bond $100,000; Court
07-17
07-01 Sentoya Reane Hayes, 21; 405 W
Carter St., Clinton; Uttering Forged Endorsement; Forgery of Endorsement; Misdemeanor Larceny; Contributing to the
Delinquency of a Juvenile; Secured Bond
$12,500; Court 07-17
Incident/Investigation
Reports
06-25 Maricela Aleman reported the Larceny of her US Currency from her residence
located at 509 E Clinton St., Roseboro.
06-25 Johnny Patterson reported a Burglary at his residence located at 686 Dixie
Rd., Clinton. Item reported missing a firearm.
06-26 Larry Holland reported a Breaking and Entering at his residence located at 204 W Pleasant St., Roseboro.
Items reported missing included push
mower, hedge trimmers, chainsaw and
a weed eater.
06-27 Boyd Hullon reported the Larceny of his Gold Cart from his residence
located at 4577 Fayetteville Hwy., Godwin.
06-27 Jessica Lane reported a Larceny at her residence located at 3063
Taylors Bridge Hwy., Clinton. Items reported missing included gasoline and
children’s play jewelry.
06-28 Agnus West reported the Larceny of her Lawnmower from her residence located at 4915 Church Rd.,
Newton Grove.
06-28 Edward Townsend reported the
Larceny of his car dolly from his residence located at 5790 Faison Hwy.,
Clinton.
06-29 Hardees reported a Robbery at
their store located at 105 West Weeks
Circle, Newton Grove. Items reported
missing included bank bags.
06-29 Orly Maldonado reported a Larceny located at 4493 Church Rd., Clinton. Items reported missing included a
vehicle, tire machine, tire balancer, and
fork lifts.
06-29 Willie Wrench reported the Theft
of his Vehicle from his residence located at 1121 Wrench Rd., Godwin.
06-30 Nicholas Smith reported a Burglary at his residence located at 2068
Hayes Mill Rd., Godwin. Items reported
missing included a Play Station 3, Play
Station 4, 50 inch TV, 46 inch TV, dumb
bell and a dog.
06-30 Jesus Gonzalez reported a Burglary located at 128 Old Mill Branch
Lane, Clinton. No items were reported
missing.
07-01 Elias Gonzalez reported the
Larceny of his Chrome Rims located at
128 Old Mill Branch Lane, Clinton.
07-01 Rodney Lamb reported a Armed
Robbery from his residence located at
62 Diana Lane, Salemburg. Items reported missing included US Currency
and a cell phone.
-Layla Raejean Garner born on June 26, 2015 at Sampson Regional Medical Center to James
Jeffrey Garner and Amanda Denise Hinson
-Kayden Jadiel Requena born on June 27, 2015 at Sampson Regional Medical Center to
Bryan Stuart Requena and Abigail Mondragon
Land Transfers
-Helen Joy Bath, Stephen Thomas Bath to Penny Latimer Hoard- Lot 19 Country Club Acres
Subdivision First Section North Clinton
-Jacqueline Denise Broussard, Terry Broussard, Ester Ruth Coleman/AKA, Esther Ruth
Coleman, Karl Coleman, Otis Satterwhite, Priscilla Lee Satterwhite, Jacqueline Denise/WATA,
Pricilla Lee Williams, Terrance Lee Williams to Sunrise Properties and Rentals LLC- Lot 76 &
77 Sampson
-Janellen H Bradhsaw, Jack McQueen, Mary Bradshaw McQueen to Delma Bradshaw Price
and Kenneth Melvin Price- Lot Piney Grove
-Janellen H Bradshaw, Delma Bradshaw Price, Kenneth Melvin Price to Daniel C Evans- Lot
Piney Grove
-Ann O Merritt to Stephen Todd Merritt- 2 Tracts Westbrook
-Paul Everette Jones Jr, Sandra W Jones, Sandra W Moore/FKA to Paul Everette Jones Jr
and Sandra W Jones- Lot 14 Lottie W Rose Land Division North Clinton
-Paul Everette Jones Jr, Sandra W Jones to Paul Everette Jones Jr, Sandra W Jones- 0.62
Acres North Clinton
-Arthur Wayne Cannady, Heidi Caison Cannady, Pamela Sue Warren Cannady, Ronald Glenn
Cannady to Alfonso Valle Osario, Gloria Garcia Osario- Lots 4 & 5 Bearskin Acres Belvoir
-Connie Creeger Adams/FKA, Connie Teresa Kraft, Wayne Edward Kraft to Christina Michelle
Anders- Lot 2 Honeycutt Landing Honeycutts
-Fannie Mae/By AIF, Federal National Mortgage Association/AKA/By AIF, First American Title
Insurance Company/AIF to Patricia Torres- 0.49 Acres
-Elizabeth Square LLC, Elizabeth Stewart/MBR/MGR to Erica Leigh Miller and Sylvia Peterson
Miller- South Clinton
-Deborah G Jackson to Deborah G Jackson and Corey J Salamanca- 2 Parcels Plainview
-Ruth Jackson Altman, Bruce E Jackson, Donald C Jackson, Laurie A Jackson, Ruthie A
Jackson to Donald B Daniels and Kathryn B Daniels- Lot 2 0.60 Acres Mingo
-Glenwood McLamb, Margaret D McLamb to Eulalia Hill Warren and Garry Warren- Lots 2 &
3 Minnie Butler Heirs Little Coharie
-Eulalia Hill Warren and Garry Warren to Glenwood McLamb, Margaret D McLamb- 1.94
Acres Little Coharie
-Geraldine S Carr, Walter F Carr to Deborah Singley and Elton Butler Lee- 2 Tracts North
Clinton
-Rachael Brown Knowles to James Maxton Knowles- Lot 8 Northgate Subdivision North
Clinton
-Ceclia Rojas Orona, Raul Orona to Maria Concepcion Saloman Soledad- 10.96 Acres Tract
1 Halls
-Nancy W Brown, Betty B Hardee, Matthew Hardee, James S Sayre, Thyra B Sayre, Henry
Willard, Pricilla B Willard to Frankie D Imes and Jahalia M Imes- 23.16 Acres Franklin
-Lynell A Martin to WC Martin Farms LLC- Tract 2 11.33 Acres Plainview
-Martin’s Abattoir and Wholesale Meats Inc, Mawm Inc Successor to Lynell A Martin- 1 Acre
Brewer Autry Residence Lot Dismal
-Benita Murphy top Sharon Mae McCalop- South River
-Samuel Cornejo Juanchi to Zoila Eldermira Rodriguez Galeas- 1.31 Acres North Clinton
-Zilphia L Moore to James E Balance III- Lot 3 & 4 w/exceptions Herring
-Donald G Dugan Jr, Premila Dugan/FKA, Dewey Watson Jr/By AIF, Premilia Watson, Premila
Watson/AIF to Jeffrey S Harper Jr- Lot 41 Henrys Landing Westbrook
-Erasmo Escobar Santamaria, Nancy Tallabas Santamaria to Silvano Sanchez MaralesSecond Tract 1.0 Acre Lot 14 Newton Grove
-Curr-Well Developments LLC, T Gerald Howell/MBR/MGR, Doris Rosana Torres Martinez,
Raul Antonio Martinez Perdomo- Lot 2 Williams Lake Acres Subdivisiojn
-Beverly L Warren, Henry Mason Warren to Beverly L Warren and Henry Mason Warren JrLot Mingo
-Elmer Vick Adams Jr, Gail M Adams to Michael Hilary Herring- Lot 21 Belfield Acres
-Olde Towne Investments Inc to Joshua Brown and Natalie Brown- Lot 3 Sandy Ridge Country
Club Subdivision Phase One Plainview
Week of July 3-9, 2015
CLINTON
Margaret Katherine “Kat”
Bass, 75, of 105 Royal Lane, Apt.
219, died Monday, June 29, 2015
at Sampson Regional Medical
Center. A funeral service was
held at 11 A.M., Wednesday,
July 1, 2015 Clinton Family
Worship Center with Pastor
Lynn Blackburn officiating.
Interment followed in the
Clinton City Cemetery. Ms. Bass
born in1940 in Duplin County
was the daughter of the late Jack Wallace and Frances Tyndall Wallace.
She was a seamstress in the textile industry. In addition to her parents
she was preceded in death by a daughter, Tonya Lynn Pope; brothers,
Greg Wallace, Eulius Wallace and Gregory Wallace; and a grandson,
Jonathan Wayne Matthis. Survivors include daughters, Rhea Jenice
“Jenny” Hall and companion Tommy of Clinton and Kimberly Marie
Pietrolaj and husband Joe of Kissimmee, Florida; sons, Edward “Eddie”
Pietrolaj and wife Michelle of Clinton, and Frances Ray Pietrolaj and
companion Connie of Clinton; and grandchildren, Darlene Crumpler,
Benjamin Patrick Matthis, Jessica Hall Morrisey, Kristy Lynn Pietrolaj,
Tiffany Sessoms, Amanda Edwards, Kristy Edwards, Travis Wayne
Wallace, Jordan Lynn Pietrolaj, Kyle Michael Rodriguez, Keith Blagg;
great-grandchildren; Kaleb Cameron Hall, Aliexis Morrisey, and
Hayden Wallace; brothers and sisters, Julius Wallace, Randy Wallace,
Brenda McMahon and Rocky Wallace. The family received friends
from 10 A.M. – 11 A.M., Wednesday, July 1, 2015 one hour prior to
the service at Clinton Family Worship Center, 103 Raiford St., Clinton,
NC 28328. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.crumplerhoneycutt.com. Arrangements are by Crumpler-Honeycutt Funeral
Home, 118 Fayetteville St., Clinton, NC 28328.
CLINTON
Mr. Leslie Boykin, 88, of 903
Powers Street, died Wednesday,
June 24, 2015 in High Point,
NC. The funeral was held at 1
p.m., Wednesday, July 1, at Red
Hill Missionary Baptist Church
with Rev. John Oliver officiating.
The burial followed in Sandhill
Cemetery. The visitation was
held Tuesday, June 30 from
1-6 p.m. at Brock Memorial &
Worley Funeral Home, Inc. with the family present from 4-6 p.m.
Mr. Boykin is survived by his daughters, Deborah Platt of High Point,
NC and Denise Cunningham of Indianapolis, IN; son Kenneth Leslie
Boykin of Greensboro, NC; sister, Eva Whitted of Clinton, NC; 5
grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. Online condolences may
be sent to www.brockmemorialandworley.com. Services entrusted to
Brock Memorial & Worley Funeral Home, Inc.
ROSEBORO
Mr. David Neil Cain, Sr., 88
of 566 Dunn Road, Roseboro
passed away on Thursday, June
25, 2015 at Sampson Regional
Medical Center. The funeral
service was held at 11:00 AM on
Saturday, June 27 at Roseboro
United Methodist Church with
Rev. Bobby Herring officiating.
Burial followed in the Roseboro
Cemetery with military and
Masonic rites. Mr. Cain was a native of Robeson County, the son of
the late Eddie Wesley Cain, Sr. and Mary Neil Owen Cain. He was
preceded in death by his brother, Eddie Wesley Cain, Jr. and sister,
Edna Dorothy Brown. He was retired plant manager at Sampson
Bladen Oil Company with 41 years of service. He was also a member
of Roseboro United Methodist Church, the Roseboro Masonic Lodge
# 585, Wilmington Scottish Rite and a Sudan Shriner. He was a U. S.
Navy veteran. He is survived by his wife, Betty Straughn Cain of the
home; daughter, Elizabeth Lynn Cain Hines of Cary; son, David Neil
Cain, Jr. and wife, Rosemary of Salemburg; son-in-law, H. M. Hines;
sister, Ellen Cain Lancaster of Greensboro and three grandchildren,
Justin Quinn Hines, Kramer Creech Hines and LeAnn Nicole Cain.
The family received friends from 6-8 PM Friday evening at Butler
Funeral Home in Roseboro. In lieu of flowers memorial may be made
to the Roseboro United Methodist Church, P. O. Box 8, Roseboro, NC
28382. Services entrusted to Butler Funeral Home, 401 W. Roseboro
Street, Roseboro, NC.
HAMPSTEAD
Joseph Theron “J. T.” Carter, Jr.,
60, of 49 Heron Landing, died
Wednesday, June 24th at his home.
J. T., born in Sampson County in
1954, was the son of the late Joseph
“Joe” Theron Carter and Mary
Magaline King Carter. In addition
to his parents he was preceded in
death by a brother, James “Mitchell”
Carter.
He was a landscaper.
Survivors include a sister, Glenda
Yeager of Clinton; brother, Dennis Ray Carter of Newport News, VA;
nieces, Angie Caddis and husband Troy of Clinton, Tricia Pleasant
and husband Tim of Fremont, Ashley Carter of Newport News, VA;
nephew, Christopher Carter of New Port News, Va; great nephew,
Miles Pleasant of Fremont; two uncles; one aunt; and several other
family and friends. A memorial service was held at 3 P.M., Wednesday,
July 1, 2015 at Crumpler-Honeycutt Funeral Home, with the Reverend
Richard Weeks officiating. The family received friends one hour prior
to the service at the funeral home and at other times at the home of
his sister at 129 Devane St., Clinton, NC. Condolences may be sent
to the family at www.crumpler-honeycutt.com. Arrangements are by
Crumpler-Honeycutt Funeral Home at 118 Fayetteville St., Clinton,
NC 28328.
CLINTON
Mrs. Joyce Ellen Ashely Gaskin,
62, of 203 Carolina Avenue,
Clinton, NC, died Friday at
Sampson Regional Medical Center,
Clinton, NC. The funeral service
was held at 2pm, Thursday, July 2,
2015 at Lisbon Street Missionary
Baptist Church, Clinton, NC. Rev.
Victor Wilson officiating. Burial
in Sandhill Cemetery, Clinton,
NC. Mrs. Gaskin is survived by
her husband, Tyrone Gaskin of
the home; daughtes, Kristi Shawn Blackwell, LaWanda “Chel” Ashley
and Tata Oates all of Clinton, NC; son, Michael “Pookie” Ashley of
Clinton, NC; sisters, Linda Williams, Fannie Draughon and Martha
Simmons all of Clinton, NC; brother, Gary Bernard Ashley of Clinton,
NC; 14 grandchildren. A Visitation was held on Wednesday, July 1,
2015 from 1pm - 7pm with the family present from 6pm - 7pm at
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OBITUARIES
the Brock Memorial and Worley Funeral Home, Clinton, NC. Online
condolences may be sent to www.brockmemorialandworley.com.
Services entrusted to Brock Memorial & Worley Funeral Home, Inc.
CLINTON
Mr. James Alton “Jimmy”
Naylor, 82, of 296 Summertree
Court, passed away early Tuesday
morning, June 30th 2015, at
Sampson Regional Medical
Center, with all of his family by
his side. A funeral service was
held at Royal-Hall Funeral Home
Chapel on Thursday, July 2nd at
2:00 p.m., with Rev. Tim Ameen
officiating. Burial followed in the
Clinton Cemetery. The family
received friends on Wednesday evening, July 1st from 6-8:00 p.m. at
Royal-Hall Funeral Home, and other times at his home, located at 296
Summertree Court, Clinton. Born in 1932 in Sampson County, Jimmy
was the son of the late R.A. and Doris Bruce Naylor. He grew up in
the aviation business with his father, R.A. Naylor. He was the president
and owner of Clinton Flying Service, Inc. which was established in
1940. After graduating from Clinton High School in 1950, he attended
North Carolina State University until he enlisted in the United States
Air Force. He served in the 2313TH Air Transport Squadron - 2310th
Air Transport Group, Pope Air Force Base, Fort Bragg, North Carolina.
Following his military service, Jimmy returned to Clinton to continue to
work with his father and family in the business his father started. Jimmy
was an FAA Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic with an Inspection
Authorization and an FAA Airframe Powerplant Mechanic Examiner.
He was a recipient of the Charles Taylor “Master Mechanic” Award
which requires 50 years of aircraft maintenance. He held a commercial
pilot license, and was also a flight instructor. He was a member of
Aircraft Owners and Pilot Association for 58 years. Jimmy was a charter
member of the Clinton Sampson County Rescue Squad. He was also
a member of the Hiram Lodge #98 AF&AM, Scottish Rites and the
Sudan Temple. Jimmy is survived by his wife, Annie Gray Naylor; two
Daughters: Jackie E. Naylor of the home, and Terry Naylor Loggins and
husband, Andrew, of King, NC; one Son: Jim Naylor and wife, Martha,
of Clinton; five Grandchildren: James Matthew Naylor, David Alton
Naylor, Annie Loggins, Dorothy Hunter and Shelvia Lewis; and four
Great-Grandchildren: James Matthew Naylor, Jr., Marianna Naylor,
Remington Reece Naylor and John Luke Naylor. He was preceded in
death by a brother, Jackie Dixon Naylor. He was a devoted husband,
father, grandfather and great-grandfather and will be greatly missed. In
lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Masonic Home for Children
at Oxford, 600 College Street, Oxford, NC 27565. Royal-Hall is honored
to serve the Naylor Family.
VASS
Raymond Lee Ring, age 88,
of Carthage, passed away on
Wednesday, June 24, 2015 at his
home surrounded by his family.
A graveside service will be held
on Thursday, June 25, 2015 at
4:00 p.m. at New Home Baptist
Church with Pastor Trey Martin
officiating. Raymond was born
in Vass, North Carolina on July
11, 1926 to Robert Lee and Ollie
Cummings Ring. He spent his working career as a farmer and was
a member of New Home Baptist Church. He was a loving husband,
father, brother, grandfather and friend and will be greatly missed.
He is survived by his wife of 69 years Ellen Council Ring; daughters,
Tanis Thomas and husband Cameron of Carthage, Amy Cameron
and husband Tim of Carthage, Melissa Shaver and husband Marty
of Pinehurst; sons, Randy Ring and wife Cornelia of Lakeview, Mike
Ring and wife Wanda of Carthage; brother, James Ring of Carthage
grandchildren, Jennifer, Ben, Landon, Devin, Jessie, J.P., Chase, Laura
and Clay; great-grandchildren, Tyler, Evelynn, Zeke, Lucy, Carson and
Avery. He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert Lee and Ollie
Cummings Ring; sisters, Eva Cook, Fannie Key, Ethel Watkins, Lelia
Cummings. The family has entrusted services to Cox Memorial Funeral
Home and Crematory. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to
First Health Hospice Foundation, 150 Applecross Road, Pinehurst, NC
28374. Condolences may be sent to www.coxmemorialfuneralhome.
com Cox Memorial ---“Serving God by serving families in a time of
need”.
VASS
Gail McKusick Robinson, age
74, of Cameron, passed away
on Sunday, June 28, 2015 at her
home, surrounded by a loving
family that knows her faith will
carry her on. Gail was born in
Bangor, Maine on February 17,
1941 to Earl Alfred and Myrtle
Wade McKusick. She was a selfless
woman who always helped the
underdog. She enjoyed cooking,
baking, crocheting, crafts and was
an amazing quilt maker. She had a genuine laugh and positive outlook.
With strength and energy unmatched she beat cancer twice and fought
its return until the very end. She was a loving mother, grandmother and
friend and will be greatly missed by all who loved her. She is survived
by her daughters, Rose Ellen Orange of Cameron, Jean Marie Callaghan
of Connecticut, Coleen Robinson of Cameron; three grandchildren and
five great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents,
Earl Alfred and Myrtle Wade McKusick and husband, Stephen Allen
Robinson. A private memorial service will be held at a later date at
the request of the family. The family has entrusted services to Cox
Memorial Funeral Home and Crematory. Condolences may be sent to
www.coxmemorialfuneralhome.com Cox Memorial ---”Serving GOD,
by serving families in a time of need.”
CLINTON
Mr. Melvin Gray Stafford,
80, of 408 W. Elizabeth Street,
passed away on Sunday
evening, June 28th at his
home, with his family by his
side. Born in 1934 in Wayne
County, Melvin was the son
of the late Charlie Daniel and
Iola Smith Stafford. He was
a former member of Penial
Pentecostal Holiness Church.
He served in the United States Army, as a Security Officer,
stationed in France and he had retired from the US Postal
Service in 1995. Melvin is survived by his wife of 57 years,
Nelda Faye Chambers Stafford; two sons: Ricky Melvin Stafford
of Clinton; and Kenneth Ray Stafford and wife, Kay, of Clinton;
one Grandson, Kenneth Brent Stafford and wife, Kristin; and
one Great-Granddaughter, Caroline Margaret Stafford. He was
preceded in death by five brothers and two sisters. A funeral
service was held on Wednesday, July 1st 2015 at 2:00 p.m., at
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Royal-Hall Funeral Home Chapel, with Pastor Jeff Bartlett and
Rev. Phil Bowden officiating. Burial followed in the Clinton
Cemetery. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the
service on Wednesday, beginning at 1:00 p.m., and other times at
his home, located at 408 W. Elizabeth Street, Clinton. In lieu of
flowers, memorials may be made to Boys Town, 14100 Crawford
St., Boys Town, Nebraska 68010, or to one’s favorite charity.
Condolences may be sent visiting www.royalhallfuneralhome.
com. Royal-Hall is honored to serve the Stafford Family.
ROSEBORO
Mr. Glenn Dell Tanner, Sr., 56
of 62 Pine Log Lane, Roseboro,
passed away Saturday, June 27,
2015 at The Brian Center Health
& Rehabilitation in Wallace. A
memorial service was held at
3:00 P.M. Tuesday, June 30,
2015 at Butler Funeral Home,
Roseboro, with Evangelist
Deborah Carlisle officiating.
Mr. Tanner was born on
February 27, 1959 in Sampson County to Odell and Nellie Grace
Faircloth Tanner. He is preceded in death by his mother. He
worked as a Laborer with Blue Diamond. He is survived by one
son, Glenn Dell Tanner, Jr. of Roseboro; one daughter, Montelah
McLamb of Florida; his father, Odell Tanner of Autryville; one
sister, Susan Wilson of Autryville; and six grandchildren. The
family received friends from 2:00 to 2:45 P.M. Tuesday afternoon
at Butler Funeral Home, Roseboro. Butler Funeral Home, 401
W. Roseboro Street, Roseboro.
ROSEBORO
Van Wade Sr., 82, Butler
Island Rd. Roseboro, N.C.
died Wednesday 6/24/15 at
Highsmith-Rainey Hospital,
Fayetteville, N.C. Funeral
services were held on
Monday 6/29/15, 1pm at First
Missionary Baptist Church,
Roseboro, N.C. Interment in
the Roseboro Cemetery. Public
viewing Sunday 6/28/15, 1
to 6pm, family present 5 to 6pm, Butler & Son Funeral Home,
Roseboro, N.C.
WADE
Mr. Lewis Donald Whaley,
Sr., 70 of 4209 Wade-Stedman
Road, Wade, passed away
Saturday, June 27, 2015 at UNC
Hospital in Chapel Hill. The
funeral was held at 11:00 A.M.
Wednesday, July 1, 2015 at
Butler Funeral Home, Stedman
with the Rev. Joe Hickson
officiating. Burial followed
at Cross Creek Cemetery,
Fayetteville. Mr. Whaley was born on January 22, 1945 in Pender
County to the late Royal Henry and Mildred Hardison Whaley. He
is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Lottie Frances Whaley;
and a son, Lewis Donald Whaley, Jr. He worked as a Supervisor
with Carolina Builders of Fayetteville. He is survived by one
daughter, Brenda W. Abercrombie of Wade; one son, Dennis
Whaley and wife Danielle of Wade; one sister, Marilyn Fussell
and husband Mike of Grays Creek; two brothers, R.H. Whaley
and Allen Whaley both of Roseboro; and 11 grandchildren. The
family received friends from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Tuesday evening
at Butler Funeral Home and other times at the home. Butler
Funeral Home, 6535 Clinton Road, Stedman.
CLINTON
Mrs. Alice Lee Savage Hamilton, 77, of 274 Bradshaw Rd., passed
away Saturday, June 27, at Sampson Regional Medical Center in
Clinton. No services will be held. Alice, born in Sampson Co.
was the daughter of the late Leroy Leslie Savage and Mary Bliss
McCullen Savage and was the wife of Braman “Jim” Hamilton.
Mrs. Hamilton, formerly worked for the Dept. of the Air Force,
General Service Administration at Fort Bragg and for the Red
Cross in Germany and was the Vice President and Co-Owner of
Hamilton Heating and Air. She is survived by: her husband of 56
years Braman “Jim” Hamilton, a daughter Katherine J. HamiltonEckman and husband Richard of Hampton, Va.; sisters: Mary
Dixie Eckholme and husband Roland of Parker, Co.; Rose M.
Via and husband Marvin of Kill Devil Hills; Annette Stockart
of Orlando Florida. She was predeceased by a daughter Melinda
L. Smith and two sisters Edna Lucas and Jean Bishop. In lieu of
flowers, the family asks that memorials be made to The Boys and
Girls Home of North Carolina, P.O. Box 127 Lake Waccamaw, NC
28450 or the charity of one’s choice. Condolences can be emailed
to the family at www.crumpler-honeycutt.com . CrumplerHoneycutt Funeral Home, 118 Fayetteville St. Clinton, NC 28328.
GARLAND
Mr. Howard B. Rich 53, of 106 Harris Drive, Greer, SC, died
Thursday, June 25, 2015 in Garland, NC. Funeral service was
held at 1:30 P.M. Sunday, June 28, 2015 at Carter Funeral Home
by the Rev. Christopher O’Briant. Burial followed in the Garland
Cemetery. Mr. Rich served on the Garland Fire Department for
28 years serving as firefighter and officer. Mr. Rich will be taken
to the cemetery on the Garland Fire Department truck. Mr. Rich
is survived by one son, Philip Rich of Harrells, one sister, Sandra
Smith of Greer, SC; two grandchildren; three nephews; three
great-nieces and three great-nephews. The family received friends
from 6:00PM-8:00P.M, Saturday, June 27, 2015 at Carter Funeral
Home in Garland. The family has requested that donations be
made to the Garland Fire Department in lieu of flowers. Online
condolences may be sent through www.carterfh.com. Service by
Carter Funeral Home in Garland.
AUTRYVILLE
Mrs. Janie Estelle Autry Sova, 76 of 1110 Mt. Carmel Church
Road, Autryville passed away on Tuesday, June 30, 2015 at the
Cape Fear Valley Medical Center. The funeral service will be
held at 2:00 PM Friday, July 3 at Mt. Carmel Church of God of
Prophecy with Bishop Warren Barfield officiating. Burial will
follow in the Wiley Autry Cemetery. Mrs. Sova was a native of
Sampson County, the daughter of the late Ballard and Pearl Autry.
She was a retired baker with the Cumberland and Sampson
County Schools. She is survived by her husband, Vincent ‘Tony”
Sova of the home; two sons, Terry Sova and wife, Wanda of Hope
Mills and Ronnie Sova and wife, Rose of Sanford; four sisters,
Bertie Mae Daniels, Honesta Faircloth and Romelia Stanley
all of Autryville and Kitty Klug of North Dakota; one brother,
Grover Autry of Autryville; seven grandchildren and seven great
grandchildren. The family will receive friends from 1:00 PM
until 1:45 PM Friday at the church. Services entrusted to Butler
Funeral Home, 401 W. Roseboro Street, Roseboro, NC.
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Week of July 3-9, 2015
Chamber
Chat
With Laura Deans
as we celebrate.
I hope each of you have a safe and fun holiday
this 4th of July! I encourage you to join in on the
festivities within your community this weekend
It is hard to believe that July is already here. What an honor it is to be a part of
the Clinton-Sampson Chamber of Commerce for a month already, I would like
to thank each of our members, sponsors, and partners for their constant support
and encouragement as the Chamber continues our journey. I am very excited
about the continued growth and opportunities for each business/organization,
Sampson County, and for the Chamber. The Chamber is working on some excellent opportunities with some outstanding partners; we are looking forward to
sharing these opportunities with you soon such as educational seminars with the
Small Business Center, the Business Showcase with the Sampson County Exposition Center and our annual Chamber Adult and Junior Leadership.
The Chamber has a very proud
member this week. On Tuesday, June 30th, 2015, Larry
McPhail with Ford of Clinton
presented our 2015 Miss North
Carolina, Kate Peacock, with
an astonishing Ford Mustang
to drive throughout her year
representing North Carolina
as the newly crowned Miss
North Carolina. Ford of Clinton is excited to support the
Miss North Carolina Association and Kate with her journey
of being Miss North Carolina.
As Kate graciously, and with a
huge grin on her face, accepted the keys to the new Ford
Mustang she reminded everyone how important the local
support meant to her. “I am
very thankful for Ford of Clinton and the sponsorship with them. The travel
responsibilities are a lot for Miss NC and I will touch every corner of the state.
It’s vital we have a sponsorship, and with it being from Ford of Clinton close to
my hometown and as reliable and responsible as they are and taking care of me
and making me safe, really means a lot to me” stated Kate. As a member of the
Clinton-Sampson Chamber of Commerce, Ford of Clinton has exemplified the
importance of local businesses and buying local first.
Kate Peacock is from the heart of Spivey’s Corner and is very proud to be a part of
our local community. “Once a Raider, always a Raider,” Kate has mentioned, she
is proud to say she is a part of the Midway family and the daughter of Gary and
Penny Peacock. While this was her first time competing in the Miss NC pageant,
she came out on top and with the crown. The Miss Dunn pageant was brought
back this year after 30 years, and Kate was proud to recognize them statewide,
and now she will be representing Dunn and North Carolina on a nation-wide
level. She is really excited about the Miss America pageant and will be departing
for Atlantic City in September, ready to bring the Miss America crown back to
North Carolina. Our local community, Ford of Clinton, family and friends could
not be more proud of her and her accomplishments as Miss NC thus far.
Again, I hope each of you have a safe and fun 4th of July with family and friends!
As always, I encourage you to shop local and get involved within the Chamber
and community. For more information about the many fall events, visit our website at www.clintonsampsonchaber.org or call 910-592-6177 and let the Chamber
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REPORT FOR DUTY BY
REPORTING FRAUD
By Brenda Brown
Social Security Public
Affairs Specialist
in Fayetteville, NC
In July, with American flags flying, we celebrate our nation’s
birthday and the freedoms and protections we hold dear.
Although love for your country can take many forms,
Social Security takes preventing and combatting fraud as
seriously as we take our other vital missions.
Social Security has a zero-tolerance policy for fraud. In tandem with local law
enforcement, we pursue criminals who cheat the system by collecting benefits
that they’re not owed. This might be as subtle as someone intentionally failing
to report income and resources or that they live with their spouse which can
result in incorrect payments. Fraud might take the form of someone claiming
to be disabled when, in reality, they continue to work. These examples are why
we also rely on you — the American public — to report fraud when you see it.
While we can’t prevent every instance of fraud any more than the most effective
law enforcement agency can prevent all crime, we aggressively investigate and
pursue prosecution of those who try to cheat and steal from the system. Our
message to those who would defraud Social Security is clear: We will find you;
we will prosecute you; we will seek the maximum punishment allowable under
the law; and we will fight to restore the money you’ve stolen from the American
people.
We impose stiff penalties to discourage people from committing fraud. We
monitor cases closely, and we have sophisticated tools to help us predict where
and when fraud may occur so we can catch it early — often before it happens.
Social Security employs innovative weapons in the fight against fraud. Our Office
of Anti-Fraud Programs (OAFP) is the newest member of Social Security’s antifraud team. Established in November 2014, the mission of OAFP is to coordinate
all the agency’s efforts to efficiently and effectively detect, deter, and mitigate
fraud, waste, and abuse of our programs.
OAFP works closely with our Office of the Inspector General to ensure that
there are consequences for those who commit fraud — even if the act isn’t
prosecuted.
Social Security takes fraud seriously, and so should you. In the same way that
you might keep a keen eye out for suspicious activity that might harm our nation,
we encourage you to keep an eye out for potential Social Security fraud. Some of
our most vulnerable citizens — the elderly, disabled children and war veterans,
as well as the chronically ill — are counting on you. If you suspect someone is
committing Social Security fraud, report it online at http://oig.ssa.gov/report or
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