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Davie County Enterprise Record 3-27-2025USPS 149-160 Number 13 Thursday, March 27, 2025 20 Pages 75¢ Family Traditions From jewelers to teachers, those footsteps are followed 89076 3821260Special Section Inside Thank You A Storehouse for Jesus recognizes volunteers Page 10 SBA Group and its furni-ture manufacturing division, led by SBA Home, is making its mark in Davie County with its first furniture factory in the United States.With an initial investment of approximately $70 million, this 500,000-square-foot fa-cility at 134 Gildan Drive in the Davie Industrial Center in Mocksville is being modified for production. The factory is expected to be operational by the end of 2025.SBA’s expansion will cre-ate more than 250 jobs. “The new SBA Home North Carolina facility will provide a significant boost to the local job market and econ- Come meet us Try some Lithuanian cuisine as industry opens its doors SBA Home, a Lithuanian furniture manufacturer, is opening its first US operation in the Davie Industrial Center off Gildan Drive in Mocksville.Please See SBA - Page 9 The pedestrian bridge over I-40 in Bermuda Run is open. Also open is Phase II of the town’s Blue Heron Trail, which connects the business section of Kinderton to the sports complexes. And yes, it can be really noisy with the interstate traffic below. But walkers, runners and I-40 mo- torists are protected by a heavy duty wire barri- er. More safety precautions for the trail are in the works. Read more on page 4. - Photos by Mike Barnhardt These trails are made for walking Pedestrian bridge over I-40 opens in Bermuda Run Search narrows School board pouring over superintendent applications The list of candidates for su-perintendent of Davie County Schools is getting smaller, as members of the board of educa-tion are going over applications in special meetings this week.A total of 28 applications from nine states, including North Car-olina, were received. They were processed by the N.C. School Boards Association before they were handed to Davie board members.Interviews should start in ear-ly April, with final interviews in late April. The board hopes to announce the new superintendent on May 5.Current superintendent, Jeff Wallace, is retiring on May 2.The job notice said the new superintendent will have to live in Davie County, and while a can-didate with a doctorate degree is preferred, it is not required.The new superintendent will oversee a system of some 6,000 students in 13 schools, as well as the more than 800 employees.The board got input from staff, students and members of the community about the qualities desired in the next superinten-dent, and those will be taken into consideration. There’s creative talent all around us.And some of that will be on display Saturday as the Davie Craft Association presents its Spring Fling from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Davie Community Park on Southwood Drive in Mocksville.Find everything from home-made jewelry to custom soaps, from pottery to wood working. Food trucks will be on site.Admission is $1, with proceeds going to local charities. Craft spring fling Saturday Three Generations Keeping Us Comfortable Coiffing Continues with Mother/Son ExceptionalCalling for Farm Family Father/SonTicking Along Maintenance Men Embrace Her Advice and more inside! Family Traditions 2025Our Davie Positive Growth in Davie County —— Special Publication of the Davie County Enterprise Record —— 2 ‑ DAVIE COUNTY ENTERPRISE RECORD, Thursday, March 27, 2025Editorial Page USPS 149-160 171 S. Main St., P.O. 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Have letters in the newspaper office no later than 4 p.m. Friday prior to the week to be published. We welcomeletters to the editor The Literary Corner: Renegade Writer’s Guild To the editor:On behalf of the Davie Coun-ty Arts Council (DCAC) Board, we extend our deepest gratitude to the individuals, agencies, and businesses that have been essen-tial to our mission this year. Your continuing dedication keeps the arts thriving in Davie County.First, we offer our heartfelt thanks to Sidniee Suggs, who recently stepped down as exec-utive director after 18 years of dedicated service to DCAC. We admire her expertise and passion for all forms of the arts - creative, performing, visual, literary, and more. We celebrate the lasting impact she has made on both DCAC and the people of Davie County and beyond. We wish her nothing but the best in this next chapter of her life and sincerely JoyBy Marie CraigFor 1.5 years I’ve had two au-toimmune diseases that nobody has ever heard of, including my first doctor. As a result, I am tak-ing Prednisone which is a miracle drug for reducing symptoms but has side effects like symptoms. So I’m basically battling three problems. I decided to learn more about Prednisone and found a site that described what it actually does, plus a long list of side effects. One of them was “inappropriate happiness.” I laughed out loud when I read those two words. I thought happiness was always appropriate. I shared this with a friend who said, “Watch yourself at funerals.” That in turn brought to mind an old memory of a Mary Tyler Moore TV show long ago where she went to the funeral of Chuckles the Clown. It’s on You-Tube (as everything is) so look for it if you want a good laugh. I’m always ready for humor. Like the song from the movie Mary Poppins, “I Love to Laugh.” My dad was a tease as was his dad. We always enjoyed a harm-less tease or prank. I can remem-ber walking in the woods around our home as a little girl with my dad. After a rain, he would shake a tree so the raindrops would get me wet. I still enjoy watching YouTubes of dumb people falling down, as long as they don’t get hurt. I recently ordered a new of-fice chair. When it arrived in a small box, I realized there was Some Assembly Required. There were sixteen pieces (seat, back, 5 wheels, etc.) plus seventeen bolts. The directions were very clear, and with a little extra ef-fort, I soon had it together. As I continued reading instructions, say, “Thank you, Sidniee.”We also want to recognize everyone who contributed to making this year’s Youth Arts Month (YAM) open house a re-cord-breaking success. Held on March 13 at the Brock Perform-ing Arts Center, this lively event launched an inspiring student art exhibit that runs through April 14 at the Brock Gallery. Stop by during box office hours(Tuesday–Friday, 11 a.m.–4 p.m.) to see the incredible artwork created by K–5 students from all six Davie County elementary schools.A special thank you goes to these talented young artists, their families, and their supporters. We are also deeply grateful to our county’s three elementary art teachers, whose dedication and hard work made this exhibition possible. The YAM open house is a perfect example of how DCAC brings people of all ages together to recognize, celebrate, and stim-ulate the Arts in Davie County.Additionally, we extend our appreciation to everyone who has attended any of our events or oth-erwise supported DCAC over the years. A special thank you goes to the Davie County Commis-sioners, the town of Mocksville, the Davie County and Mocks-ville Tourism Authorities, and our many sponsors. Your support makes everything we do possible.As DCAC enters the final quarter of our fiscal year, we’re excited to present the two re-maining live performances of our 2024-2025 Season of Applause. Visit us on Facebook or at da-viearts.org for details.Looking forward, we are ener-gized by the many opportunities that lie ahead. We’re developing a strategic plan for the next three to five years, continuing to offer many of the performances and programs you love while intro-ducing fresh, innovative experi-ences—including events in new and unexpected locations—to make the arts even more acces-sible and impactful for our com-munity.So, how well do you know the Davie County Arts Council? Have you attended a live perfor-mance at “The Brock” or stopped by the Brock Gallery to see our rotating art exhibits? Did you know DCAC sponsors a photog- raphy club for those more com-fortable behind a camera than a paintbrush? Do you have artistic talents you’d like to develop, re-fine, or share with the community, maybe even for a fee? Are there arts-related programs, classes, or activities you’d like to see DCAC offer in Davie County?DCAC is growing, and we’d love for you to be part of our growth. If you’re passionate about the arts, give us a call at (336) 751-3000 or email daviearts4u@yadtel.net. Let’s talk about how you and DCAC together can help “Bring the Arts Alive in Davie County.”William (Bill) Campbell, Pres-identRhonda Proctor, Vice PresidentKim Strohacker, SecretaryCindy Lou Franke, Treasurer Help the arts stay alive and thrive in Davie County I found this sentence: “Do not stand on this chair.” More joy as I imagined some dumb dumb actually standing on a chair with wheels. During COVID, I was amazed at the humor which was created by people. I started collecting cartoons, photos, and videos by people who refused to let the glum situation get them down. There were parodies of songs on You-Tube: “For the Longest Time,” “The 12 Days of COVID,” and “Staying Alive.” I guess laughing helps you endure. Life can be hard sometimes, but if you’ll try inappropriate happiness, maybe things will be easier. Cut Them DownBy Julie Terry CartnerMitch and Sophie stood on their porch gazing across their yard. Spring was just around the corner, and daffodils lined the curve of their walkway. Further down the driveway, six Bradford pear trees dazzled their eyes as their blossoms shimmered against the frame of a sunlit blue sky.“They’re beautiful,” Sophie sighed.“Indeed,” Mitch replied, then added, “regardless…”“I know. They have to go,” Sophie agreed. “We should have done it already, but we have to do it now, before any more pollen contaminates.”“Right. I’ll get the chainsaw. You take your pictures. You’ll have the memories, if not the trees,” he smiled. “I know you. Take your pictures.”“That you do.” Sophie took some pictures of the trees from the porch, then ran up the drive-way to take some pictures of the house framed by the flower-filled branches. So beautiful, but so de- structive, she thought. She sighed even as Mitch wrapped a com-forting arm around her waist.“They’re just trees,” he said.“And yet, not,” was her re-ply, “and you know it. They’re living memories.” They’d plant-ed the first two as the last truck of contractors pulled out of their driveway, the day they moved into their brand-new home. The next two were planted the day they came home from the hospital with Miriam, their first child, and the final two marked Liam’s birth.“And now they will keep us warm next winter,” Mitch at-tempted to joke. “The trees will make excellent firewood, and we’ll research carefully to find the perfect replacements for them. We’ll plant them next fall, or in the spring at the latest.”“If we’d only known then, we would never have planted them,” Sophie sighed.“Hindsight,” Mitch nodded, as he pulled the chainsaw’s cord.Thirty years ago, Bradford pear trees seemed to be the ideal ornamental tree. They supposedly didn’t make fruit, so there would be no mess to clean up, and they were believed to be sterile so they wouldn’t contaminate other spe-cies, making them environmen-tally safe. They were not native species, but they wouldn’t harm the native trees.However, the information was incorrect. Today, they are consid-ered an invasive species because they grow and spread quickly, and they can, in fact, cross polli-nate with other pear trees. These two factors make them environ-mentally dangerous because they crowd out native trees which are necessary for both wildlife and pollinators.Because Bradford pears have structurally weak branches and a short lifespan, usually living for less than 20 years, they are a poor replacement for hardier trees that may live for hundreds of years. And, as Bradford pears tend to decorate yards and the sides of roads, their weak branches are a danger to people, cars and pets, and the fallen branches can take down wires and block roadways.As a result, many states have banned the sale of Bradford pears, and others, like North Car-olina offer free native trees to homeowners who cut down their Bradford pears.Flowering dogwoods, redbuds, magnolias, and crabapple trees, to name a few, are all excellent replacement trees for Bradford pears. They are each considered a native species, and they all have lovely blossoms. Please consider cutting down your Bradford pears before they can do any more harm to North Carolina’s environment. Self-PreservationBy Gaye HootsSeveral of my recent articles were based on reading and re-searching internet articles on health, finances, and political matters. Focusing on these takes a toll, and I balance connecting with family and friends, attending church, and dining with others.I recently spent time with the only first cousin from the Hoots family. We are the two oldest and the only surviving grandchildren of Jasper and Maude Hoots. Our views on politics, religion, and life in general are surprisingly similar and we surmise this is due to the time we spent living with our grandparents as children.Gene’s parents moved to Bal-timore to work in a munitions factory about the time my parents married. My parents, grandpar-ents, and Gene, who was about 3 years old, initially lived in Yadkin County. They sold the farm in Yadkin and purchased the farm at the end of Burton Rd., now be-longing to the Branch family.Gene lived with them there un-til he was about 6 years old when the war ended, and his parents moved back to Clemmons. This was shortly before my birth, and I was lucky enough to live with them until I was 6 years old. Faye was born when I was 2 years old, and Phil was born before my 6th birthday. We moved to the March-mont shortly after.The time on the farm with my parents and grandparents seemed to have shaped our personalities and worldviews. Despite not hav-ing pursued education beyond high school themselves, our fami-ly members fostered our curiosity and strongly advocated for us to attain a college education. These adults worked on the farm seven days a week and taught a sense of responsibility for the animals, the crops, and the land.My granddaughter remarked that I had a laid-back attitude un-less it pertained to eating meals, feeding animals, or watering plants. This is the farm back-ground and I feel a great responsi-bility for animals in our care and I will nurse a plant until it disin-tegrates.The work ethic is reflected in Gene’s choosing to continue to work after retiring from a finan-cial business he started it alone and grew it into a large institu-tion before retiring and starting a smaller business project. I have been retired for many years and enjoy the slower pace, but I take on nursing care for family mem-bers at times.I am presently planning activ-ities with friends and family that I seldom see and visit with Tiffa-ny and Mia in the evenings. Last night Janine Roberts, a friend from first grade, and I enjoyed a meal together, last week Lorene Markland, Gail Frye, and I had lunch and I have been enjoying the cake Gail gave me all week. I visited Judy Howard at Cadence and have plans with Larry Carter at Somerset. Larry’s sister, Tra-visine, had a fall and is unable to join us, and I am praying for her recovery. I have tentative plans with others and a call list of other friends to contact.Stephanie, with our Renegade Writers Guild, has a write-in and lunch planned for Friday, and I am looking forward to recon-necting with them. I have missed them since moving to Oriental.Stephannie’s influence and Marie’s compilation of my writ-ing enabled me to get my book into print for which I am grateful.I plan to connect with other cousins to give them a copy of my book and catch up on old times.Five of my first cousins are in their 80s. Time is fleeting; there-fore, I strive to make each day meaningful and derive enjoyment from it. My children, grandchil-dren, and great-grandchildren keep me busy. Kendra and I cel-ebrated her birthday at Chateau Morrisett in Virginia. It was a beautiful day for a drive, but I was surprised at the storm dam-age and trees down on the back roads.Jaden and I will celebrate her birthday next week. It was hard to make plans with her school and work schedule, and it is difficult to grasp that I have a great-grand-daughter who is 19 years old. Her sister, Mia, will be 1 year old in May and Jaden is a tremendous help with her. One grandson and his wife are in the military so my time with them is limited and time with the other grandson is elusive, but I get my girl time in spades.Count and enjoy all your blessings and please say hello if you see me. Thanks! DAVIE COUNTY ENTERPRISE RECORD, Thursday, March 27, 2025 - 3 ADVANCE FAMILY DENTAL DR. AMY LI & DR. 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Hart-man said the school’s re-source officer received a tip at 10:50 a.m. on March 19 that a registered sex offender was on campus.The investigation re-vealed that Anderson had brought a friend to the cam-pus, then walked through the community college build-ings. He is not a student.Anderson was convicted Tip leads to arrest of sex offender on college campus Anderson in 1993 in Forsyth County for second-degree rape, sex-ual offenses, and taking in-decent liberties with a minor. He registered as a sex offen-er in 1999 and is registered with the Davie Sheriff’s Of-fice. Community Covenant ChurCh 1446 Sheffield Rd.,Mocksville, NC 27028 Bible Wesleyan, Traditional Music Everyone is warmly welcomed. JESUS SAVES! Pastor Keith Ledford Sun. am 10:45 Sun. Pm 6:00 Wed. Pm 7:00 Find us on Facebook Bermuda Run Mayor Mike Brannon greets visitors to the opening of the pedestrian bridge over I-40 and Phase II of the Blue Heron Trail; and then cuts the ribbon making it official. - Photos by Mike Barnhardt BERMUDA RUN - Phase II of the Blue Heron Trail here is open - as is the pedes-trian bridge over I-40.Mayor Mike Brannon cut the ribbon at the bridge last Friday, which will connect the trail to the Truist Sports/RISE side of the interstate.It is all part of a com-prehensive plan to make the community more walkable, and has been ongoing since the town was founded, he said.Three of the town’s for-mer mayors - John Ferguson, Ken Rethmeier and Rick Cross - were on hand for the ceremony.“Each additional phase of the Blue Heron Trail, and other new pedestrian path-ways, further our commit-ment to what we heard from residents in the town’s com-prehensiave plan,” Brannon told council members at this month’s meeting.“The opening of the bridge allows us to not only continue our commitment to walkable communities, but also connects residents to the Truist Sports Park play-ground and the broader rec-reational areas of NC Fusion and RISE Indoor Sports,” Brannon said.When the I-40 widen-ing project was under way several years ago, the town partnered with the NC De-partment of Transportation to replace the pedestrian bridge that for many years was used as part of the Bahnson family farm. It’s open Antique EXTRAVAGANZA Saturday, March 29th • 9am-2pm Snoring Horses Antiques & Collectibles — SEVERAL VENDORS ON SITE! — 3464 US Hwy. 601 N., Mocksville, NC(right beside William R. Davie Elementary School) BIGSALE! Advance Fire DepartmentPORK BBQ , APRIL 5th 8 AM to 2 PM -or- until sold out Pork BBQ Sold in POUND PACKS ONLY $1500 per pound Each Pack Includes:One Pound of Chopped Pork BBQ,Buns, Slaw, & Extra Dip DRIVE-THRU ONLY Located at the OLD Advance Fire Dept. building. 169 Fire Station Road • Advance, NC 27006Just off Hwy. 801 about 5 miles south of Hwy. 158 We Appreciate Your Support! New Day! Cash, Checks & Credit Cards Accepted Local Artisans $1.00 ADMISSIONcollected at the door to support local Davie County Charities Food Trucks Available On Site! Davie Craft AssociationPresents their Sat., March 29th 10am – 4pm Davie Parks and Recreation Gym(old Davie County High School)151 Southwood DriveMocksville, NC Annual Spring Fling NEW DATE!65 th Year! DAVIE COUNTY ENTERPRISE RECORD, Thursday, March 27, 2025 - 5Dateline Partners, the Davie County Community Housing Forum and the Davie County Mental Health Collaborative will present an in-teractive event designed to provide participants - such as community leaders, service providers and pol-icymakers - with a realistic, immer-sive experience of the challenges faced by individuals experiencing homelessness.“This event will take you through real-life scenarios, some with solutions and others that high-light gaps in our community’s sup-port system,” said Karissa McDan-iel, Partners housing specialist.The goal is to increase aware-ness, foster empathy and encourage collaborative solutions for address-ing homelessness in the communi-ty.“We need participants to engage in the experience and contribute to a real analysis of homelessness in Davie County,” she said. “This is an opportunity to evaluate what’s working, where gaps exist, and PUZZLE NO. 1016 PUZZLE NO. 1018 PUZZLE NO. 1017 PUZZLE NO. 1019 How to play: Fill in the grid so that every row, every column and every 3x3 box contains the numbers 1 through 9 only once. Each 3x3 box is outlined with a darker line. You already have a few numbers to get you started. Remember: you must not repeat the numbers 1 through 9 in the same line, column or 3x3 box. How to play: Fill in the grid so that every row, every column and every 3x3 box contains the numbers 1 through 9 only once. Each 3x3 box is outlined with a darker line. You already have a few numbers to get you started. Remember: you must not repeat the numbers 1 through 9 in the same line, column or 3x3 box. How to play: Fill in the grid so that every row, every column and every 3x3 box contains the numbers 1 through 9 only once. Each 3x3 box is outlined with a darker line. You already have a few numbers to get you started. Remember: you must not repeat the numbers 1 through 9 in the same line, column or 3x3 box. How to play: Fill in the grid so that every row, every column and every 3x3 box contains the numbers 1 through 9 only once. Each 3x3 box is outlined with a darker line. You already have a few numbers to get you started. Remember: you must not repeat the numbers 1 through 9 in the same line, column or 3x3 box. ANSWER TO PUZZLE NO. 1016 ANSWER TO PUZZLE NO. 1018 ANSWER TO PUZZLE NO. 1017 ANSWER TO PUZZLE NO. 1019 LEVEL: ADVANCED LEVEL: ADVANCED LEVEL: ADVANCED LEVEL: BEGINNER PUZZLE NO. 280 PUZZLE NO. 282 PUZZLE NO. 281 PUZZLE NO. 283 ACROSS1. Boring tool 4. Store 8. Little devils 12. Asian sauce source 13. Perceive sound 14. Capture 15. Feminine pronoun 16. Feed the pot 17. Penalty 18. Ailments 20. Whimpered 22. Transfer sticker 24. Small hotel 25. Anxious 26. Climbing flower: 2 wds. 31. “____ the season . . .” 32. Celestial bodies 33. Film critic Reed 34. Height above sea level 36. Bridge charge 37. Rouge color 38. Old hat 39. Salary 42. Canvas cover 43. Colorful sign 44. Lunch hour 46. Easter edible 49. Feel concern 50. Pulls 51. Bashful 52. Parodied 53. Command to Fido 54. Male turkey DOWN 1. Fire residue 2. Suffering 3. 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Heavy-hearted Copyright © 2025, Penny Press Copyright © 2025, Penny Press Copyright © 2025, Penny Press Copyright © 2025, Penny Press ANSWER TO PUZZLE NO. 280 ANSWER TO PUZZLE NO. 282 ANSWER TO PUZZLE NO. 281 ANSWER TO PUZZLE NO. 283 CROSSWORD PUZZLE ANSWERSUSE AMERICAN SPELLING CROSSWORD PUZZLE ANSWERS USE AMERICAN SPELLING CROSSWORD PUZZLE ANSWERSUSE AMERICAN SPELLING CROSSWORD PUZZLE ANSWERS USE AMERICAN SPELLING whether we are duplicating efforts or missing critical resources. Join us in a discussion about how we can work together more effectively to build a stronger, more responsive system for those in need.“We are also inviting individuals with lived experience of homeless-ness to share their stories in a safe and supportive environment. Your insights are invaluable in helping us create meaningful change,” she said.The event will be at the Mocks-ville First United Methodist Church Life Center, 310 N. Main St., on Thursday, April 24, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.Lunch will be served.Register by April 1.“If you provide homeless re-sources, we want to know so we can ensure your agency is repre-sented at this event,” said McDan-iel. Email McDaniel at KMcDan-iel@partnersbhm.org with your name and agency and the resources you offer by April 1. Fundraisers Saturday, March 29Community breakfast, Advance VFW Post 8719, 130 Feed Mill Rd., 7:30-11:30 a.m., eat in or take out. Biscuits, gravy, grits, eggs, bacon, sausage, beverages. Donations ac-cepted. Saturday, April 5Advance Fire Dept. Pork BBQ, 8 a.m.-2p.m., pound packs only, $15, BBQ, buns, slaw, dip. Drive thru only. Old fire station, 169 Fire Station Rd. Reunions Wednesday, April 2Davie High Class of ‘61 quarterly get together, 1 p.m., 801 Southern Kitchen and Pancake House, 218 NC 801 Bermuda Run. Religion Ongoing Grace Mission, a new United Methodist congregation, 164 Webb Way, Advance, Sunday School, 8:45 a.m.; worship at 10 led by Rev. Re-nee Easter, UM Davie Emerging Community pastor. GraceChurch-DavieCounty.org.GriefShare, Mondays, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Bear Creek Baptist, for those needing comfort and support after the loss of a loved one. 336-492-7456.God’s Plan Ministries, non-denom-inational, multicultural Christians, 10 a.m. every Saturday, Davie Fami-ly YMCA, Cemetery St., Mocksville. Everyone welcome; come as you are.Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 1913 US 601 S., Mocksville. Wor-ship Sundays at 9 a.m. www.holy-crosslutheranmocksville.org. Special Events Saturday, March 29Krazy Legs Car, Truck & Bike show, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Davie Com-munity Park, 151 Southwood Dr., Mocksville. Awards, specialty tro-phies. $25 entry fee; free admission. Krazylegsinc@gmail.com. Saturday, April 5Easter Egg-Stravaganza, 10 a.m.-noon, Cognition, 119 N. Salisbury St., Mocksville. Egg hunt, themed crafts, live bunnies and chicks, pho-to opps. $15 per child. https://www.cognitiondavie.org/event/eas-ter-egg-stravaganza/. Friday, April 25Arbor Day, 10 a.m., 317 Park Drive, Rich Park, Mocksville. Cel-ebrating 32 years as a Tree City USA community. May 1-2Davie Master Gardener Plant Sale, Masonic Picnic Grounds, 201 Poplar St., Mocksville. Thursday 3-7 p.m., Friday 1 a.m.-1 p.m. Cash or check onlyl Perennials, shrubs, annuals, houseplants, trees, vegeta-bles, native plants, herbs. Saturday, May 3A Woman’s Day with NY Times best-selling author, Kristy Wood-son Harvey on book “A Happier Life,” 11 a.m., Bermuda Run Coun-try Club, hosted by Mocksville Woman’s Club. Cash bar, silent auction, 50/50. $30, contact Paula Agha at 336-287-4762, pagha2m@gmail.com. Saturday, May 17Woofstock, Koren Farms, 1347 US 64 E., Mocksville. Fundraiser for Da- Learn challenges faced by homeless vie Humane Society, 11-5 p.m. Mu-sic, food, vendors, pets. Vendor fee, $20, email sehauser88@gmail.com. Meetings Tuesday, April 1Mocksville Town Board meeting, 6 p.m., town hall. Thursday, April 3Mocksville Garden Club, 7 p.m., First Methodist small fellowship hall, Church St. Program on The Fields at Sunflower Trail by Tabitha Holbrook.Public welcome. Monday, April 7Davie County commissioners, 7 p.m., second floor, county administration building, Downtown Mocksville. SeniorsAll events are sponsored by Davie Senior Services. For more information or to register, call 336-753-6230. The main campus at 278 Meroney St. is open Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. The health and fitness center at the Brock Recreation Center at 644 N. Main St. is open from 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday-Thursday, and 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Fridays. Friday, March 28Rock-A-Thon: Rockin’ to the Beat, 5-8 p.m. at Rescue House Church. Rockers get sponsors to raise money for senior services. Entertainment by Christina Raine, vocalist and guitarist of Square Roots. Food from Erick & K’s BBQ and Jason’s Italian Ice. Tuesday, April 1Blood Pressure Screenings, 10 a.m.Extra Help for Medicare Seminar, 10 a.m. at public library with Michelle Ellis, SHIIP coordinator.Senior Writing Group, 1 p.m. with Linda Dean.Hand & Foot, 1-4:15 p.m. Bring partner, or come on your own for card game. All skill levels welcome. Wednesday, April 2Caring with Cards, noon with Tara Harper, social worker. Make cards for homebound meal recipients. Thursday, April 3Veterans Social, 8:30 a.m., also spon-sored by Veterans Services and Trellis.Chat with Sr. Tarheel Delegate, 10 a.m. Friday, April 4Bunco, 1 p.m.Crafternoon: Jewelry Making, 2 p.m. at public library with Rachel Nelson. Monday, April 7Simple Stretch Seminar, 10 a.m. with Rebecca Tate, Novant Clemmons Sports Perfcormance and Rehab.Parkinson’s Support Group, 2 p.m., for those with Parkinson’s and their caregivers. Monday, April 7Tai Chi for Beginners, 3-4 p.m., Brock campus, with Donna Pocklington. Tuesday, April 8Caregiver’s Corner, 10 a.m. with Kelly Sloan, social worker. Interact with other caregivers.Gardening Talk & Plant Exchange, 10 a.m. with Susan Hawkins, Cooper-ative Extension. Wednesday, April 9Community Conversation About Suicide, 9:30 a.m. with Partners Health Management.Advanced Care Planning Workshop, 1 p.m. with rep from Trellis.Crafting Extravaganza, 1 p.m. Bring own supplies, no formal instruction. Thursday, April 10Spring Floral Design Class, 1 p.m. with Benita Finney. $6. Bring own artificial flowers, foam will be provid-ed. At least 2 decent size bunches of flowers needed. Friday, April 11Senior Prom: A Night in Hollywood, 6-8 p.m., Brock Campus.Mobile Jukebox, refreshments. Dress in prom style, bring spouse, child, friend or come on own. Saturday, April 12Free Shreeding Event, 10 a.m.-noon at Davie Community Park during KidsFest. Monday, April 14Diabetes and Nutrition class with Kathy Crotts of Kidney Nutrition Care Center. Tuesday, April 15Tell Me Your Story project with se- nior writing group; help turn your life history into a story. Wednesday, April 16Easter Basket Weaving Class, 12:30 p.m. with Cheryl Tilley. $25. Create small Easter basket. Thursday, April 17Spring Picture Day with photographer Jessica Marie; helpful to staff to have photos for IDs.Easter Party, 2 p.m., dwarf rabbits, game, refreshments. Monday, April 21Earth Week Scavenger Hunt, Pick up sheet at Davie Community Park, then visit park to find clues.Monthly Movie, 1 p.m. with popcorn. Tuesday, April 22Drop In and Paint a Pot, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at Davie Community Park.Caregiver’s Corner, 10 a.m. with social worker Kelly Sloan. Grab coffee, share with others. OngoingBrock Senior Steppers, Brock Gym, open 8-10 each morning and other times with no programs. Register and count steps for monthly and yearly prizes. Live Music Friday, March 28Anna Mertson, 6-9 p.m., Tanglewood Pizza, US 158, Bermuda Run. Saturday, March 29Zephyr Union Band, 6-9 p.m., Tan-glewood Pizza, US 158, Bermuda Run. 6 - DAVIE COUNTY ENTERPRISE RECORD, Thursday, March 27, 2025 TOWN OFMOCKSVILLE News Update Special Events and Information of Interest for Mocksville Citizens ELECTRONIC RECYCLING Davie County offers Electronic Recycling at the Davie County Convenience Center 360 Dalton Road, Mocksville, NC 27028 8 am – 12 Noon Saturday, April 19 Saturday, July 26 • Saturday, October 25 You can visit the Davie County website at www.daviecountync.gov/661/Solid-Waste-Transfer-Station Manager’s Corner Lee Rollins Announced as Next Mocksville Town Manager Mr. Lee Rollins has been appointed as Mocksville Town Manager. Mr. Rollins will join the Town of Mocksville on March 17, 2025. Mr. Rollins has 13 years of experience as a former town manager of Bermuda Run and over 30 years of experience in public and private partnerships. Lee currently serves as Executive Director for Resource Institute, Inc. a locally based non-profit organization that works with local governments and other partners to enhance America’s natural resources by restoring streams, rivers, and wetlands. Approximately, half of Mr. Rollins’ working life has been in the private sector, much of which focused on strategic planning, client development, and customer service. This combination has provided Mr. Rollins with a unique perspective to create public/private partnerships whenever possible. He remains committed to the premise that government works best when it collaborates with the private sector and community groups to solve problems and achieve community goals. Working within organizations to topple “silos” is one of his passions and strengths. Mr. Rollins is a resident of the Town of Mocksville and has been for 22 of years. During his time in Mocksville, he has been active in his church and a number of civic organizations. Mr. Rollins is a former Mocksville Town Commissioner and currently serves on the Town Planning Board. He majored in Business Administration at High Point University and has extensive training through the UNC- Chapel Hill School of Government. Mr. Rollins will join a staff of experienced professionals and oversee 33 full-time and 20 part-time municipal employees providing comprehensive services to the citizens of Mocksville, making it a highly desirable and strategically located community in the Piedmont Triad of North Carolina. He will follow former Town Manager, Ken Gamble, who retired in December. “The Mocksville Town Commissioners have worked hard to find the best candidate to fill the role of Mocksville Town Manager. After a thorough search process, they have selected the former Town Manager of Bermuda Run. Mr. Rollins served as Assistant Manager for the Town of Mocksville under Terry Bralley. He has a proven track record in leadership and will be an asset to our town. Thanks to Lynn Trivette for stepping in as Interim Manager during the search process and thank you to the Piedmont Triad Regional Council for conducting the search process” said Mayor Will Marklin. Lee Rollins said, “I look forward to serving my home town and working with incredibly talented people to implement the policies and objectives as set forth by the Mocksville Board of Commissioners. It is an honor”. Lynn Trivette Assistant Town Manager Can we help you? The town hall staff continuously strives to provide better services to our customers. Are you aware your water bills may be paid in the following ways? •Online by visiting our website at mocksvillenc.org •24/7 with our automated phone service (855) 667-0931 •Bankdraft-by filling out a form with a voided check (Office or Online) •Dropbox - 24/7 located beside the front door •At the office -8am to 5pm - Monday thru Friday You can now pay your bill with PayPal Payments must reach the town hall by the 20th of the month or a penalty of $25 will be added. If you use the addressed envelope provided, please allow 5 to 7 business days for the payment to be processed. Please be advised there is a $35 reconnect fee if water is disconnected. Also available for your convenience on our Website: Under->City Services->Water/Sewer •Application for Service (Renters have a $200 deposit that would need to be paid at the Town Hall) •Leak Adjustment Forms (Only one per year) •ACH Forms (For Automatic Recurring Payments) •Pool Fill Forms (Only one per year) •Service Termination Forms AND Check out the GovDeals link on our website for surplus items sold by Town of Mocksville! Yard Waste Site The yard waste site will be open every 1st and 3rd Saturday of the months of April, May, & June (Except April 19, Yard Waste Site will be closed) The Yard Waste site hours are from 8 am to 12 Noon. Please do not throw yard waste over the fence when the gate is locked. Do not leave bags of yard waste at the compost site. Residents of the Town of Mocksville are allowed to waive the dumping fee at the yard waste site for one truckload of yard waste per month. Purchase: Mulch - $5 per scoop Leaf Compost - $5 per scoop Drop off fees: 1st load of yard waste per month - Free (Town of Mocksville Residents only) $25 Delivery Fee (if needed) Truckload of yard waste: $10 Trailer exceeding 16 ft: $20 Truck and Trailer Together: $30 Street Light Outages For your convenience, Duke Energy provides a 24-hour Customer Service Line 1-800-653-5307. Town residents may report street light outages directly to Duke Energy or you may contact Donna Lawrence at the Town Hall and she will be glad to report the outages for you. 336-753-6704. When reporting an outage, it is necessary to have the closest street address to the light. FOG Alert FATS, OILS AND GREASE ACCUMULATIONS CAN BLOCK YOUR PRIVATE PLUMBING SYSTEM AS WELL AS PUBLIC SEWERS Both residential and business customers can help prevent wastewater overflows by minimizing the amount of FOG disposed of through plumbing drains. Inside a sewer, fats, oils and grease change to a plaster-like consistency and can block the pipes, causing an overflow of untreated wastewater. At home, you can dispose of normal cooking oil and grease by putting it in a container as part of your solid waste rather than through your sink and plumbing drain. Wiping and scraping pots, pans and other utensils before washing them are important steps in proper grease disposal. If your business generates waste grease, fats or oil, you should have a grease interception system that works effectively. A company that recycles fats, oils and grease should regularly clean out the grease trap. MOCKSVILLE PUBLIC OFFICIALS Town Board Will Marklin, Mayor Rob Taylor, Mayor Pro Tem Justin Draughn Johnny Frye Carl Lambert Jenny Stevenson Planning Board Sara Johnston Clint Junker Chuck Taylor Neal Cheek Matt Davidson Chris Domanski Zoning Board of Adjustment William J. Marklin Johnny Frye Justin Draughn Rob Taylor Jenny Stevenson Carl Lambert Lee Rollins, Town Manager 336-753-6700 Lynn Trivette, Asst. Town Mgr., Finance Director/Town Clerk 336-753-6700 Emily Quance, Human Resources Director 336-753-6707 Jeannette Pitts, Community Development Director 336-753-6705 Brian Moore, Public Works 336-753-6739 Frank Carter, Fire Chief 336-751-5782 Chris Vaughn, Parks & Grounds 336-751-5500 Contracted Services Building Inspections 336-753-6050 Planning & Zoning 336-753-6050 Town of Mocksville • 171 Clement St., Mocksville • Phone (336) 753-6700 • Fax (336) 751-9187 • Web Site www.mocksvillenc.org • www.daviecounty.com (choose Town of Mocksville link) The Town of Mocksville does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, age, national origin, religion or disability in its employment opportunities, programs, services or activities. SERVICE DIRECTORY Duke Power 1-800-POWERON Water & Sewer Emergency Number 336-751-0896 (Not for billing questions) Spectrum Cable 1-888-683-1000 Century Link Telephone 1-888-723-8010 Repair service 611 Yadkin Valley Telecom 336-463-5022 Republic Services Recycle & Garbage Pickup 1-800-832-5439 Piedmont Natural Gas 1-800-752-7504 24 Hr Emergency Service 336-751-4954 Mayor’s Corner Appreciation for Water & Sewer Infrastructure One of my favorite things about being the Mayor of Mocksville has been my newfound appreciation for our water and sewer infrastructure. My wife and children laugh when someone asks me about our new water plant or our sewer plant improvements and I light uplike a Christmas tree. I am amazed at the miles of pipe, the number of valves in the system, the water towers that aid in pressure, and the safety cutoffs put in place throughout the system. Most people never even consider all that goes into providing these essential services until there is a failure in the system. We had one of those failures back in late January of 2025. A NCDOT sub-contractor putting in a stoplight pole at Circle K (at the intersection of Highway 64 and Highway 601) hit a 12-inch water line. When he drilled into the pipe, the pressure on the line split the pipe significantly and caused a large section of the pipe to need replacing. This was no small project. The water flooding into the intersection caused a huge traffic issue and the water had to be pumped off to begin repairing the line. Because there was a gas line above the broken pipe, extreme care had to be taken during the digging process. Brian Moore and the Town of Mocksville Public Works crew worked around the clock until the repairs were completed. We appreciate their efforts along with assistance from Davie County Public Works, the EMS team, and the Mocksville Fire Department. It was certainly a team effort to get things operational again. Even after the repairs, we still had a “Boil Water Advisory” for those using the Town of Mocksville water services. Anytime a line is broken in the system there is the possibility of contaminants entering the water supply. Municipalities maintaining water systems are required by the State to inform their customers to boil water to kill any contaminants until the water has been tested over a predetermined period and deemed free of any bacteria. The Town of Mocksville offers a service called Hyper-Reach which allows us to contact anyone who has signed up for the service for any emergency, weather notification, or public health alert. The Hyper-Reach service is free, but customers have to sign up to receive the notification. You can sign up at www.hyper- reach.com/ncdaviesignup.html or by calling 336-477-2478. We can put notifications on the town website and the town’s Facebook page but the only way we can contact you directly is through the Hyper-Reach system. There was some confusion during this event as to which citizens were on the town’s water system versus the county’s system. If you receive a water bill from the Town of Mocksville, you are a town water user. Fortunately, emergencies like this don’t occur very often. This event did reveal some of the weak points in the line of communication with our residents. We are always striving to improve our infrastructure as well as our communications with the citizens of the town. You can do your part by checking Mocksville’s website and social media sites regularly and by signing up for Hyper-Reach so you’ll be aware of future events. William J. Marklin, III Mayor, Town of Mocksville Burning is not permitted inside the town limits. The Town of Mocksville Code of Ordinances states that it shall be unlawful to burn or set fire to or bury any garbage or any other debris. NO BURNING ALLOWED INSIDE THE CITY LIMITS April – June, 2025 Spring Cleanup Day The annual Spring Cleanup Day for the Town of Mocksville residents is SATURDAY, APRIL 5, 2025 8:00 am-12:00 noon at Rich Park Yard Waste Site Items accepted include: furniture, appliances, old lumber, metal, tires off the rim, etc. WE CANNOT ACCEPT PAINT, PESTICIDES AND OTHER LIQUIDS. Inkjet and laser printer cartridges and cell phones will be accepted and taken to the Davie County Cooperative Extension Services for recycling. As spring continues to bud and bloom, residents should keep shrubs and trees neatly trimmed from intersections and sidewalks to make driving and walking safer for everyone. Remember the yard waste site at Rich Park is open the 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month 8am until noon. You can now go ONLINE to Rent a Shelter at Rich Park www.mocksvillenc.org The application form and your fee must be submitted to make a reservation. Please review the Reservation Calendar prior to completing the form to see whether your date and time are available. You may also contact the Mocksville Town Hall at 336-753-6700 RICH PARK SHELTER RENTAL 2025 Arbor Day Celebration Friday, April 25, 2025 • 10:00 a.m. RICH PARK - SHELTER 2 317 Park Drive, Mocksville, NC 27028 The Town of Mocksville invites you to join us for a live tree planting and recognition of the Town of Mocksville for achieving its 32nd year as Tree City USA! For more information, contact Emily Quance at 336-753-6707 or equance@mocksvillenc.gov DAVIE COUNTY ENTERPRISE RECORD, Thursday, March 27, 2025 - 7Public Records ArrestsThe following were arrest-ed by the Davie County Sher-iff’s Office.March 22: Robert Glenn Carlton Jr., 39, of White Oak Lane, Mocksville, resist-ing an officer, possession of methamphetamine, felony possession of cocaine; Phil-lip Taylor Clark, 35, of Davie St., Cooleemee, felony pro-bation violation, abandon-ment of animal, open contain-er of alochol local ordinance violation, operating a vehicle with no insurance, reckless driving, felony hit and run causing serious injury; Elijah Nathanial Andrew Nix, 18, of Ben Anderson Road, Mocks-ville, reckless driving, speed-ing; Michael Anthony North, 31, of Jasmine Lane, Mocks-ville, possession of a firearm by a felon, possession of marijuana and paraphernalia; Antonio Gabriel Valdez-Lar-es, 34, of Kernersville, extra-dition, driving left of center, open container of alcohol in vehicle, expired vehicle registration, driving while li-cense revoked impaired driv-ing revocation.March 21: Johnathon Michael Hicks, 36, of Kosy Trail, Mocksville, defraud-ing drug/alcohol test; Ran-dy Dean Ijames, 59, of Pine Ridge Road, Mocksville, do-mestic violence prevention order violation; Bryce Jo-seph Plourde-Johnson, 28, of Lexington, failure to reduce speed, driving while license revoked impaired driving revocation; Raymond Clay Snow, 64, of Royall Lane, Mocksville, felony stalking; Ricky Warren Tutterow, 68, of Tutts Trail, Mocksville, possession of marijuana par-aphernalia, carrying a con-cealed gun, speeding, fleeing to elude arrest in a vehicle. March 20: Julia Alexan-dra Flowers, 35, of Michaels Road, Mocksville, miswde-meanor crime of domestic violence; Stephanie Green, 49, of Thousand Trails Drive, Advance, assault; Wesley James Hunter Patton, 30, of Miss Ruby Lane, Mocksville, probation violation, failure to appear in court. March 19: Lloyd Donald Anderson, 58, of Willboone Road, Mocksville, sex of-fender on child premises; Megan Nicole Gunter, 29, of US 601 S., Mocksville, child abuse inflicting serious injury; Demetrius Rayshawn Miller, 35, of Winston-Sa-lem, conspiracy, larceny, re-ceiving stolen goods; Susan Ann Szabocsan, 61, of US 601 S., Mocksville, failure to report a crime against a juvenile; Antwaune Lam-ont Williams, 48, of Win-ston-Salem, larceny, habitual larceny, possession of drug parapahernalia; Jesse Scott Williams, 38, of S. Main St., Mocksville, non-support of child; Julia Flowers, 35, of Michaels Road, Mocksville, misdemeanor crime of do-mestic violence. March 18: George Scott Cristina, 56, of Frost Road, Advance, assault on a fe-male; Sabrina Marie Link, 33, of Cedar Creek Road, Mocksville, probation vio-lation; Vanessa Morales, 42, of Milling Road, Mocksville, disorderly conduct; Brandon Bryan White, 47, of LaQuin-ta Drive, Advance, felony probation violation. March 17: Fermin Garcia Jr., 27, of Winston-Salem, laceny; Evan Chase Thomp-son, 22, of Yadkinville, show cause.March 16: Franklin Ca-sey Deal, 38, of Statesville, 3 counts larceny by chang-ing price tag, felony larceny; Connie Jean Farrell, 65, of NC 801 S., Mocksville, do-mestic violence protective order violation; Jay Amir Malik Marine, 27, of Yadkin-ville, failure to wear seat belt, fictitious vehicle tag, oper-ating vehicle without insur-ance, driving while license revoked; Mark Jerel Perkins Jr., 29, of Winston-Salem, breaking and entering. Sheriff’s OfficeThe following are from Davie County Sheriff’s Of-fice reports.March 22: suspicious activity, Fairway Drive, Ber-muda Run; fireworks, Mark-land Road, Advance; suspi-cious activity, Dulin Road, Mocksville; trespassing, Riv-er Hill Drive, Bermdua Run; disturbance, LaQuinta Drive, Advance; suspicious activity, Beauchamp Road, Advance; disturbance, US 64 W., Mocksville; fraud, Govern-ment Center Drive, Mocks-ville; suspicious activity, US 64 W., Mocksville; suspi-cious activity, W. Kinderton Way, Bermuda Run.March 21: assault, Coo-per Creek Drive, Mocksville; suspicious activity, Bethel Church Road, Mocksville; noise complaint, W. Kinder-ton Way, Bermuda Run; sus-picious activity, Angell Road, Mocksville; suspicious activ-ity, Madison Road, Mocks-ville; larceny, Tarue Lane, Mocksville; missing person, Rhynehardt Road, Mcoks-ville; harassment, Turrentine Church Road, Mocksville; damage to property, Hobson Drive, Mocksville; assault, SM Whitt Drive, Mocksville; larceny, Government Center Drive, Mocksville; assault, Jasmine Lane, Mocksville; fraud, Wellington Court, Ad-vance; noise complaint, Mill-ing Road, Mocksville; sus-picious activity, Cherry Hill Rd./US 601 S., Mocksville.March 20: suspicious ac-tivity, Chessie Road, Mocks-ville; suspicious activity, NC 801 S., Cooleemee; sus-picious activity, US 64 W., Mocksville; suspicious activi-ty, Southwood Drive, Mocks-ville; disturbance, Livengood Road, Advance; disturbance, S. Main St., Mocksville; dis-turbance, Locust St., Mocks-ville; larceny, Daniel Road, Mocksville; harassment, Spry Lane, Mocksville; fraud, Bing Crosby Blvd., Bermuda Run; disturbance, Fairfield Road, Mocksville; suspicious activity, US 601 S., Mocks-ville; larceny, Wilson Trail, Mocksville.March 19: domestic dis-turbance, Michaels Road, Mocksville; nuisance com-plaint, Ruffin St., Cooleemee; suspicious activity, How-ardtown Road, Mocksville; suspicious activity, Daniel/McCullough roads, Mocks-ville; domestic disturbance, Brookview Court, Mocks-ville; suspicious activity, Milling Road, Mocksvillle; suspicious activity, S. Davie Drive, Mocksville; fraud, Yadkin Valley Road, Ad-vance; suspicious activity, Blaise Church Road, Mocks-ville; larceny, Tarue Lane, Mocksville; assault, US 601 S., Mocksville; fraud, Government Center Drive, Mocksville; disturbance, SM Whitt Drive, Mocksville; in-decency, Yadkinville Road, Mocksville; assault, Farming-ton Road, Mocksville; custo-dy issue, Mountview Drive, Mocksville; suspicious activ-ity, Cemetery St., Mocksville; sex offense, Salisbury Road, Mocksville; damage to prop-erty, Eagle Watch Court, Ad-vance; domestic disturbance, Rolling Hills Lane, Mocks-ville; larceny, NC 801 N., Bermuda Run.March 18: domestic dis-turbance, Oak St., Mocks-ville; larceny, US 601 S., Mocksville; suspicious activ-ity, US 601 N., Mocksville; disturbing the peace, Sunset Drive, Mocksville; distur-bance, US 64 W., Mocksville; disturbance, Calahaln Road, Mocksville; assault, Canyon Road, Mocksville; suspi-cious package, NC 801 S., Advance; suspicious activity, S. Main St., Mocksville; lar-ceny, Spry Lane, Mocksville; suspicious activity, Meroney St., Mocksville; larceny, Ijames Church Road, Mocks-ville; damage to property, Government Center Drive, Mocksville; harassment, War Eagle Drive, Mocks-ville; trespassing, Govern-ment Center Drive, Mocks-ville; suspicious activity, N. Main/Gaither sts., Mocks-ville; trespassing, Salisbury Road, Mocksville; suspi-cious activity, William Ellis Drive, Advance; harassment, Government Center Drive, Mocksville; suspicious activ-ity, US 158, Mocksville; do-mestic disturbance, Oakland Ave., Mocksville; harass-ment, Mill St., Mocksville; damage to property, Ceme-tery St., Mocksville.March 17: disturbance, Erwin St., Cooleemee; dis-turbance, Cemetery St., Mocksville; suspicious activ-ity, Turkeyfoot Road, Mocks-ville; domestic disturbance, Houston Road, Mocksville; noise complaint, W. Kinder-ton Way, Bermuda Run; ha-rassment, Fernwood Lane, Mocksville; custody issue, Valley Oaks Drive, Advance; larceny, NC 801 N., Bermu-da Run; damage to property, Please See Records - Page 9 Town of MocksvilleCalendar of Events APRIL Apr. 1 Town Board Meeting 6PM Apr. 4 Trash Apr. 5 Spring Cleanup Day 8-12PM at Rich Park Apr. 5 Compost Yard open 8-12PM Apr. 7 Town Board Meeting 6PM Apr. 11 Trash & Recycle Apr. 18 Trash Apr. 18 Town Hall Closed Good Friday Apr. 19 Compost Yard closed Easter Holiday Apr. 25 Trash & Recycle Apr. 25 Arbor Day at Rich Park Shelter 2 at 10AM MAY May 2 Trash May 3 Compost Yard open 8-12PM May 6 Town Board Meeting 6PM May 9 Trash & Recycle May 16 Trash May 17 Compost Yard open 8-12PM May 23 Trash & Recycle May 26 Town Hall Closed Memorial Day May 30 Trash JUNE June 3 Town Board Meeting 6PM June 6 Trash & Recycle June 7 Compost Yard open 8-12PM June 13 Trash June 19 Town Hall Closed Juneteenth June 20 Trash & Recycle June 21 Fairy Walk Downtown 10AM – 2PM June 21 Compost Yard open 8-12PM June 27 Trash APRIL April 1 Trash & Recycle Pickup April 5 Town Board Meeting – 6 pm April 8 Trash Pickup April 15 Trash & Recycle Pickup Yard Waste Site – April 22 Trash Pickup April 29 Trash & Recycle Pickup April 30 Davie County – Electronic Recycling MAY May 3Town Board Meeting – 6 pm May 4Farmer’s Market 3 – 6 PM May 6Trash Pickup May 7Yard Waste Site Open 8-Noon May 11 Farmer’s Market 3-6 PM May 13 Trash & Recycle Pickup May 18 Farmer’s Market 3-6 PM May 20 Trash Pickup May 21 Yard Waste Site Open 8-Noon May 25 Farmers’ Market 3-6 PM May 27 Trash & Recycle Pickup JUNE June 1 Farmer’s Market 3-6 PM June 3 Trash Pickup June 4 Yard Waste Site Open 8-Noon June 7 Town Board Meeting – 6 pm June 8 Farmer’s Market 3-6 PM June 10 Trash & Recycle Pickup June 15 Farmer’s Market 3-6 PM June 17 Trash Pickup June 18 Yard Waste Site Open 8-Noon June 22 Farmer’s Market 3-6 PM June 24 Trash & Recycle Pickup June 29 Farmer’s Market 3-6 PM For more information on Town of Mocksville Events visit our website: www.mocksvillenc.org Get Emergency Alerts and Stay Informed 8 - DAVIE COUNTY ENTERPRISE RECORD, Thursday, March 27, 2025 By Chenoa DanielDavie Women’s Auxiliary Davie Women’s Auxilia- ry has formed a new partner-ship with the Pearls of Em-powerment. This collaboration id de- Gladys Scott, Linda Ernst, Sallye Liner, Bridgette Dillard, Jane Simpson, and Sue Whittaker connect the Davie Women’s Auxiliary with the Pearls of Empowerment. Spend an afternoon with New York Times best-selling author Kristy Woodson Har-vey on Saturday, May 3 at Bermuda Run Country Club. The Mocksville Woman’s Club is hosting a Woman’s Day featuring “An After-noon with Kristy Woodson Harvey.” Over the years, Woman’s Day has featured esteemed speakers, includ-ing syndicated columnist Sharon Randall, Elizabeth Hudson, editor-in-dhief of Our State magazine, and Adriene Wood, “Tales of An Educated Debutante,” to name a few. “This year, you will not want to miss Kristy Wood-son Harvey,” said Christy Shcafer. If Ms. Harvey’s name sounds familiar, it is be-cause she is a native of North Carolina. Her family hails from Salisbury and spends summers at their Davie resi-dence, Boxwood Manor. She resides in Beaufort, which has been her dream since she was a girl. She is the author of nine novels, including “The Wedding Veil,” “Under the Southern Sky,” and the “Peach Tree Bluff” series.Phi Beta Kappa, sum cum laude graduate of the Uni-versity of North Carolina at Chapel Hill’s School of Journalism, her writing has appeared in numerous on-line and print publications, including Southern Living, Traditional Home, USA TO-DAY, Domino, and O. Hen-ry. Author to speak at Women’s Day event Kristy Woodson Harvey Harvey is the winner of the Lucy Bramlette Patterson Award for Creative Writing and a finalist for the South-ern Book Prize. Her books have received numerous ac-colades, including Southern Living’s Most Anticipated Beach Reads, Parade’s Big Fiction Reads, and Enter-tainment Weekly’s Spring Reading Picks. Kristy is the cocreator and cohost of the weekly web show and pod-cast Friends & Fiction. She blogs with her mom, Beth Woodson, on Design Chic and loves connecting with fans on KristyWoodson Har-vey.com.Doors open at 11 a.m. at Bermuda Run Country Club. The afternoon will include a luncheon, a cash bar, a silent auction (which always con-sists of a selection of shop-ping), a 50/50 raffle, and the famous Mystery Box. Each guest will receive a person-al copy of Kristy Woodson Harvey’s novel, “A Happi-er Life,” a story set on the North Carolina coast, and a memorable personal gift. “What a great early Mother’s Day gift, a book club gathering, or fun with a friend,” Schafer said. “It is an excellent way to spend an afternoon.”Tickets are $85 and may be purchased in advance by contacting Paulette Agha, 336.287.4762 or by email at paga2m@gmail.com. Tick-ets may only be purchased in advance. You will need to present your ticket upon en- try. Tickets are limited. This event supports the work of the Mocksville Woman’s Club and the pro-grams it serves. These in-clude, but are not limited to, the Mocksville Woman's Club Scholarship, the Drag-on Fly House, A Storehouse for Jesus, Smart Start, Fam-ily Promise, Davie Domes-tic Violence, and numerous monthly programs through-out the county and region. “Our members are active-ly involved in the commu-nity, and you may see them at retirement centers and schools and volunteering at the storehouse,” Schafer said.Founded in 1962, the GFWC-NC Mocksville Woman’s Club is one of the longest-standing and most successful charitable organi-zations in Davie County, with members from all around the county. New members are always welcome. The club is a non profit charitable orga-nization. signed to further amplify their shared mission of up-lifting women, youth, and the broader Davie commu- Moji Sherman likes to fish.And over the years, people have given him lures ... so many that he couldn’t use them all.So when the Young Entrepreneur’s Market, an effort by the Downtown Mocksville Collaborative was announced, he got to thinking.Actually, it was the family’s cat, Biscuit, who liked the feathers and other features of the lures.So Moji took some of the lures, removed the hooks, tied fishing line to a wooden stick and the hook- less lure on the other.It made Biscuit happy.And on Saturday, he was among the dozens of young entreprenuers selling their wares at the market.With father Jin Sherman looking on from the middle, Moji’s brother Benji was at a table nearby, selling 3D printed and Pokeman items. He had already sold some items at school.“A lot of people have told me that I’m a really good salesman,” he said, while asking customers if they needed any help.The young people at the market sold all types of things, from Girl Scout cookies to jewelry, from hand-make crafts to plants.Sarah Foster was there selling flower and herb plants, a natural progression for a young woman whose family operated Rufty’s Garden Shop in Salisbury. She sells plants from their Sarah Foster, Jaythan Marlin, Lucas Marlin and Zeb Foster check out their plants for sale at the Young Entrepreneur’s Market last Saturday in Downtown Mocksville. home in Cleveland, NC, now.“We moved Rufty’s to our house with a self-serve stand,” she said. Check them out on Facebook or call 704-433-1764 to see what is available and arrange for payments and plant pickups. Young entreprenuers practice their sales skills Benji Sherman waits on customers at the young entreprenuer’s market, then poses with dad Jin and brother Moji. - Photos by Mike Barnhardt nity.After hearing Gladys Scott speak from Pearls of Empowerment, the auxiliary members voted unanimous-ly at their February meeting to join forces with Pearls, which is a part of the Davie Community Foundation. On March 20, officers of the auxiliary presented a check for organizational membership to Jane Simp- son, excecutive director of the foundation, marking the official start of this collabo-ration. Clubs join efforts to help Davie women, youth and more SHOP LOCAL Support Davie businesses ONLINE Auction Ends April 2 AuctionPros.Hibid.com Farren Shoaf Auctioneer (NCAL#9719) 704-902-9640 NCAFL #10862 NCREL #C40011 Obituaries DAVIE COUNTY ENTERPRISE RECORD, Thursday, March 27, 2025 - 9 Frances Diane Shaver PlunkettMs. Frances Diane Shaver Plunkett, 75, of Charleston Ridge Drive, Mocksville, died Tuesday, March 18, 2025, at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home in Winston-Salem.She was born on June 20, 1949, in Greenbrier County, W.Va. to the late Clifford Charles Shaver and Wanda Christina Roach Scott of Mocksville.Diane attended North Main Street Church of Christ in Mocks-ville and retired as a registered nurse. She was a loving and car-ing person and provided care for her mother for many years. She loved to sew, paint, shop, collect antiques, doing yard work, and living a simple life.In addition to her mother, survivors include: a sister, Cindy Quarterman (Victor) of Charleston, S.C.; a brother, Ron Shaver (Cynthia) of Mocksville; several nieces and nephews; and her beloved dog, Amy.A graveside service was conducted at 2 p.m., Satur-day, March 22 at Wallace Memorial Cemetery in Crawley, W.Va.In lieu of flowers, memorials may be considered for: Humane Society of Davie County, 162 Webb Way, Ad-vance, NC 27006; or to Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home, 101 Hospice Lane, Winston-Salem, NC 27103.Online condolences: www.eatonfuneralservice.com. • Death Notice •Sonny Woodbury, 76, of Mocksville, died on March 12, 2025. Elizabeth ‘Libby’ Ann Head MerrellMrs. Elizabeth “Libby” Ann Head Merrell, 77, of Mer-rells Lake Road, Mocksville, died Thursday, March 20, 2025 at Forsyth Medical Center in Winston-Salem.She was born on Nov. 16, 1947 in Davidson County to the late Henry and Grace Stewart Head.Libby was a member of Fork Baptist Church where she served in the Sunday School depart-ment, children’s department, and helped with GAs. She was an avid reader and loved going on bus tours. Her baking was won-derful and she always made the very best mints in the world. She enjoyed word searches and crossword puzzles and most of all enjoyed spoiling her grandkids, who were her life.In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by: a daughter, Melissa Ann Merrell; and a brother, Bill Head.Survivors include: her husband of 57 years, Wilson Franklin Merrell; a daughter, Kimberly Merrell Brown of Mocksville; 3 grandchildren, Courtney Brown Whitaker, Justin Wilson Brown, and Tyler Aubrey Brown; a brother, Jim Head (Susan) of Statesville; several nieces and neph-ews; and several sisters and brothers-in-law.The family would like to say a special thanks to her caregiver, Joannah Pierce of Yellow Butterfly Home Care for her care and support shown to Mrs. Merrell and her family. A funeral service was conducted at 11 a.m., Monday, March 24 at Fork Baptist Church with Rev. Robert Garrett and Dr. Adam Ridenhour officiating. Interment followed in the church cemetery. The family received friends from 5-7 p.m. Sunday, March 23, at Eaton Funeral Home.In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that me-morial be considered for: the Melissa Merrell Scholarship Fund, c/o Fork Baptist Church, 3140 US 64 E., Mocks-ville, NC 27028.Online condolences: www.eatonfuneralservice.com. Continued From Page 7Bermuda Run Drive, Ber-muda Run; missing person, Bridgewater Drive, Ber-muda Run; suspicious ac-tivity, Yadkin Valley Road, Advance; larceny, Camden Pointe Court, Mocksville; harassment, Government Center Drive, Mocksville; trespassing, Yadkinville Road, Mocksville; larceny, NC 801 N., Bermuda Run.March 16: larceny, Box-wood Church Road, Mocks-ville; noise complaint, Cen-ter St., Cooleemee; domestic disturbance, NC 801 N., Ad-vance; burglary, Cemetery St., Mocksville; runaway, Swicegood St., Mocksville; harassment, US 601 S., Mocksville; harassment, S. Main St., Mocksville; suspi-cious activity, Cemetery St., Mocksville; suspicious ac-tivity, Calvin Lane, Mocks-ville; suspicious activity, Jerusalem Ave., Mocksville; disturbance, Morse St., Mocksville; suspicious ac-tivity, Yadkinville Road, Mocksville. Land TransfersThe following land trans-fers were filed with the Da-vie Register of Deeds, listed by parties involved, acreage, location and deed stamps purchased, with $2 repre-senting $1,000.- Clayton Properties Group to Tyler Byrnes and Laura Byrnes, 1 lot, Brayden, Farmington Town-ship, $1,000.- Sherri L. Karns and Lorne D. Karns to Christian Johnson and Mary Absher, 1 lot, Creekwood Estates, Farmington Township, $550.- Pop Homes - GSO to Matthew R. Thomas and Mitzi Thomas, 1.07 acres, $600.- Jeremy Michael Coe-Claus and Matthew Thomas Coe-Claus to Amy Fisher and David M. Fisher Sr., 1 lot, Jerusalem Township, $275.- William Ross Wands III and rica Anne Wands to Eri-ca Anne Wands, 1 lot, March Woods, Shady Grove Town-ship.- Joseph L. Pitts and Bar-bara C. Pitts to Joseph Mi-chael Kearsing Sr. and Deb-orah Marie Kearsing, 1 lot, Creekwood Estates, Farm-ington Township, $576.- Daniel J. Reynolds and Beth A. Reynolds to 22 Reynolds Properties, tracts, Mocksville Township.- Elaine Smith and El-mer G. Allen and Geraldine N. Allen to Craig Smith, .17 acre.- Thomason Development to Royal Coach, 6.79 acres, Cemetery/Spruce streets, Mocksville, $1,084.- Thomason Development to Jonathan Williams and Jamie Williams, 6.4 acres, Calahaln Township, $550.- D.R. Horton Inc. to Jus-tin Beresford and Ashden Beresford, 1 lot, Hudson Glen, Mocksville, $640.- D.R. Horton Inc. to Kay-la Latty and Michael Shane Latty Jr., 1 lot, Hudson Glen, Mocksville, $610.- Derrick Victor Young and Kayleigh Elizabeth Young to Amanda Renee Priddy and Tyler Gray Prid-dy, 1 lot, Charleston Ridge, Mocksville, $570.- Riverfront Ventures to Pop Homes-GSO, 3 lots, Midnight Run, $300.- Natasha Wise to Hugo Albenis Godniez Castro, .82 acre, Ben Anderson Road, Mocksville, $34.- Clayton Properties Group to Floyd Dean Hansel and Bonnie L. Hansel, 1 lot, , Farmington Township, $760. - Goodwin Cabinetry to Tomm Inc., 4 lots, Mocks-ville Township.- Wanda Edwards to Wanda Edwards, Stephanie E. Vernon and Lori E. Hill, 1 villa, Oak Valley, Advance.- Kay Garza to Alicia Ni-cole Lusk, 2.45 acres.- Mark Walser to Cul-nen Realty, tract, downtown Mocksville, $710.- Clayton Properties Group to Sandra Lee Picard and Sherry McCaulley Koe-hler, 1 lot, Brayden, Farm-ington Township, $825.- Nancy C. Moore to Jea-nette Johnson, 1 lot, Turn-berry at Boxwood, Mocks-ville, $538.- Clayton Properties Group to Lindsey Theesa Ates and Yilmaz Ates, 1 lot, Brayden, Farmington Town-ship, $854.- Crystal Lester and Kris-tie Lester to Benjamin Nor-man and Brenna Norman, 1 lot, Green Brier Acres, $370.- Billy Max Leab to Mat-thew S. Morgan and Annette Michelle Morgan, 1 lot, $1,360.- J. Todd Thornburg and Krista K. Thornburg to Su-san B. Baggett and The Al-lied Wisdom Foundation, 1.9 acres, Farmington Township.- Giacomo Pugliese to Luigi Carciati, 1 lot, Ridge-ment, Mocksville.- Lawrence Eugene West and Kristi-Lynn Vachon West to C. Clayton Poindex-ter and Vicky F. Poindex-ter, 17.9 acres, Cedar Creek Road, Mocksville, $591.- James Herbert Lytle Jr. and Lois S. Lytle to Laura Webber and Patrick Win-chester, 1 lot, Carowoods, Moksville Township, $590.- Judith Lee Tuttle and Joel RayTuttle to William T. Rogers, 1 lot, LaQuinta, Shady Grove Township, $30.- Elizabeth B. Hinkle to Bruce E. Hinkle Jr., tracts, Jerusalem Township.- Bruce Edward Hinkle Jr. to Chad A. Watkins, tracts, Jerusalem Township, $252.- Clayton Properties Group to Zachary Hayden Wright, 1 lot, Brayden, Farmington Township, $849.- Opendoor Property Trust to Cristian Valdez-Pi-neda, and Kathy Marin, 1 lot, Creekwood, Mocksville, $560.- Clyde Matthews Griffin to David Matthew Griffin and Shannon Wood Griffin, 1 lot, Oak Valley, Advance.- Charles Stephen Horn-aday to Samantha N. Smith and Joseph D. Basco II, 1 lot, Oak Valley, Advance, $820.- Renee S. Howell to Crystal A. Dennis, 1 lot, Hickory Tree, Fulton Town-ship, $327.- Gayle Elaine Lockwood to JCMNC LLC, 1 lot, Sally Acres, $230.- D.R. Horton Inc. to Teresa Lynn Norman, 1 lot, Hudson Glen, Mocksville, $584.- Michael L. Roff to Christian Shetler and Verna Shetler, tract, $376.- D.R. Horton Inc. to Nathaniel Guest and Koren Guest, 1 lot, Hudson Glen, Mocksville, $650.- Theresa F. Pacitto to Wood and Stone RE Hold-ings, 2 lots, Clarksville Township, $262.- Daniel Sparks to Christy Whaley Sparks and Ronald Wayne Whaley, 1 lot, Dutch-mans Acres, Mocksville.- ABCS Holdings to Rocali, tracts, Mocksville Township, $850.- Charlie Hernandez-Lon-gares to Amanda Mack and Maria Mack, 1 lot, Mead-owood Subdivision, $380. Records ... Nancy Latham BensonMrs. Nancy Latham Benson, 91, died Monday, March 24, 2025 at her home at Terra Bella Lake Norman, a senior living center in Mooresville.She was born Sept. 19, 1933 in Davie County to the late Samuel Rowe and Bessie Beck Latham. Nancy played basketball for Mocksville High School and has always been a basketball fan, especially rooting for her beloved UNC Tarheels. She attended Ap-palachian State University where she majored in Education with emphasis in Physical Education and Mathematics. After gradu-ating, she obtained her master’s degree in education from Appala-chian in 1956. Shortly afterwards, she married the love of her life, Willam “Bill” Benson who she met in Mocksville during high school. Bill was in the Navy when Nancy began her teaching career. She taught in Anne Arundel County, MD. In 1959, she and Bill moved to Charlotte where Nancy be-gan teaching physical education at Garinger High School. She also taught math following Garinger at Eastway Ju-nior High. After a break from teaching to raise her two children, she returned to teaching at Albemarle Road Ju-nior High in 1974, and taught there until 1983; followed by teaching at Independence Sr. High School until her retirement in 1996. Nancy and her family were very ac-tive at Hickory Grove United Methodist Church for many years; activities there included United Methodist Women and many volunteer services. The Benson’s moved to the University City area in 1992, and became active members of University City United Methodist Church from 1992 to 2019, until they moved to Terra Bella Senior Living in Mooresville. She will be remembered by those who knew her as an avid sports fan, full of humor and loved by ev-eryone that met her.Nancy was preceded in death by her husband of 67 years, William Harding Benson. She is survived by: her brother, Robert Latham (Phyl-lis) of Bay Tree Lake; children, Barbara Jean York (Tad Herrin) of Huntersville and Samuel Kimbrough Benson (Stephanie) of Waynesville; grandsons, Latham York (Taylor), Christian York (fiancé, Grace Duff), and Jett Benson; stepgrandchildren, TJ Herrin, Chris Herrin (Liz), Olivia Kashuba (Mike), Nick Goodwin; and great-grand-children, Ocie York, Margot Bea Kashuba, and Lily and Luke Herrin; and countless other nieces, nephews, cous-ins, and friends.A funeral service will be conducted at 3 p.m., Sunday, March 30 at Lambert Funeral Chapel, Mocksville. The family invites friends to a reception and visitation at the funeral home one hour prior to the service. Interment will follow in Rose Cemetery, Mocksville. The service will also be available to view on the funeral home website.The family would like to thank all the staff of Terra Bel-la, Lake Norman, the staff of VIA Health Partners Hospice Care, Holly Dudzic of Senior Helpers, and caregiver Clair Mullikin for their many acts of kindness. In lieu of flowers, please consider memorials to VIA Health Partners, P.O. Box 470408, Charlotte, NC 28247; or University City United Methodist Church, 3835 W. W.T. Harris Boulevard, Charlotte NC 28269.Online condolences: www.lambertfuneralhomenc.com. Continued From Page 1economy. We are hiring for manufacturing and ware-housing positions, including electrical automation tech-nicians, maintenance techni-cians, and mechanics,” said Angelika Matczak, president and CEO of SBA Home NC. Apply for a job at: https://www.sba.lt/en/careers.SBA Home North Caroli-na is inviting the community, partners, and future employ-ees to a special event at the factory on April 4 at 11 a.m.:• tour the facility and learn about SBA’s expan-sion;• learn about job openings and how to joing the team;• discover SBA Group’s Lithuanian roots;• njoy a lunch featuring traditional Lithuanian dish-es; and• participate in games and win prizes.This event is free and open to the public. SBA ... "We are excited to join the Mocksville community and look forward to sharing SBA Group's values while working together on mean-ingful initiatives. From vol-unteering, which is part of the SBA Group's DNA, to career opportunities to joint projects with the community, we will be active members. We hope this partnership will be mutually enriching for all of us, and we invite you to get to know us at our first community event," said Jur-gita Radzevičė, CEO of SBA Home from Lithuania.Davie County Economic Development President Ter-ry Bralley encourages the community to take part. “Join us in welcoming a leader in the world of ro-botics and innovation as they bring jobs and substantial investment to Davie County with their first factory in the USA. This is a tremendous opportunity for our commu-nity, and we look forward to seeing everyone there.”SBA Group is a Lithua-nian business group, oper-ating five furniture manu-facturing companies and a logistics center. With more than 3,000 employees, SBA Home exports furniture to 50 countries. In 2023, SBA Home achieved sales of $362 millio), making it a global player in the furniture industry. 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Bobcat, aerator, core plugger & more for rent today!ForAll YourRental NeedsSHOP LOCAL: Support Davie businesses 10 - DAVIE COUNTY ENTERPRISE RECORD, Thursday, March 27, 2025 Volunteers at a Storehouse for Jesus in Mocksville were recognized and celebrated at a dinner on March 21 at the Mocksville First United Methodist Church Family Life Center. - Photos by Sister Martha Hoyle Storehouse celebrates volunteers DAVIE COUNTY ENTERPRISE RECORD, Thursday, March 27, 2025 - B1Sports By Brian PittsEnterprise Record Davie’s girls lacrosse team did a nice job atoning for lopsided losses to Grimsley and Reynolds, winning in dramatic fashion at East Forsyth By Brian PittsDavie Enterprise Record Reagan took a 3-2 lead in the top of the seventh inning, but Addie Brown and Davie’s softball team had their own dreams in a blockbuster CPC game on March 18. With the score tied in the bottom of the seventh, Brown blasted a walk-off grand slam to give the War Eagles a scintillating 7-3 win over the visiting Raiders, and everyone at the game knew they’d been part of a moment. “There’s been some big moments since I’ve been here, but I have never been a part of a walk-off home run, especially a grand slam,” coach Nathan Handy said. “It just so hap-pened our baseball team showed up in the seventh inning. They brought more fans to make it an even bigger moment for everybody, and espe-cially for Addie. Her dad (Donnie) was on top of the chain-link fence straddling it. He was a little bit excited.”When the day began, there was a three-way tie for first place. When it ended, Davie and West Forsyth were sharing first at 4-0. The Raiders, who had smothered seven opponents by an aggregate score of 62-16, lost for the first time in eight games and slipped to 2-1 in the league. It was a classic battle that saw Reagan draw first blood. After three scoreless innings, Rylee Wilson led off the top of the fourth with a double and Lilah Clayman followed with a single as the visitors grabbed a stunning 2-0 lead against Davie’s star pitcher, Riley Potts. The first offensive heroics for Davie came from Jadyn Davis in the fifth. Reagan opened the door by committing an error in right field that allowed Carleigh Croom to reach base. The beastly Davis followed with a two-run homer to center. Just like that, it was 2-2 after Davie had struck out 11 times in the first four innings against Reagan pitcher Caycee Wilson. “She’s been doing that for us for three years,” Handy said of J. Davis. “She’s one of the most dangerous hitters in the CPC. (On her third-in-ning single off the fence), that ball missed being a home run by maybe six inches. I mean, Jadyn creamed it. She hit it so hard that she could not get to second. It was at the fence in no time.”It was an emotional rollercoaster. The Raiders scratched out a tie-breaking run in the top of the seventh on a walk, sac bunt and single. But Potts limited the damage by strand-ing two runners. The War Eagles’ backs were against the wall in the bottom of the seventh. Raegan Davis sparked the 11th-hour rally with a fullcount walk against reliever Rylee Wilson, who replaced her sister in the circle after C. Wilson had racked up 13 strikeouts - against one walk - in six innings. “The starter was mowing us down,” Handy said. “They made a switch and it worked out for us. It was a great at-bat (by R. Davis). I told (Raegan): ‘Even though you struck out twice, that walk was the biggest moment of the game.’ That gave us a base runner and put pressure on their pitcher and their defense. Sometimes it’s not about the big hit. Sometimes it’s about finding a way on base.”Delaney Parsons pushed the ty-ing run into scoring position with a bunt and Croom reached on another error in right field, the dropped ball allowing Croom to race all the way to third as Davie tied the game at 3 with only one out. “Carleigh put the ball in play and you never know what’s going to happen,” Handy said. “The ball went to the fence.”There was no way the Raiders were pitching to J. Davis, so they intentionally walked her to put runners at the corners. Then Raelyn Lankford drew a tense walk to load the bases. Davie’s tennis team came up just short against visiting Mt. Airy on March 19. While it’s been a frustrat-ing season - Davie is 1-4 in matches that ended 6-3 or 5-4 - but coach Shane Nixon had no complaints after the 5-4 nonconference loss to the Granite Bears. “We don’t do moral victories in our program,” Nixon said. “If we ever did, today was the day. Mt. Airy is a really good team. They’ll go a long way in the 2-A state playoffs. We had multiple chances to win, and while not converting on those stings, being there against this team shows how far our team has come since the By Brian PittsEnterprise Record Lanna Robinson worked her left-footed magic and Davie swayed the soccer gods in a 2-1 CPC win at East Forsyth on March 19. The War Eagles badly needed a win like this after going 1-7 in one-goal games in 2024-25, including a 1-0 loss to Mt. Tabor earlier this month. They also exorcised the demons of an 0-6-1 drought against East. “That is my first time beating East as the head coach,” fourth-year coach Corbin Kopetzky said. “I don’t know what Davie’s record is against the East in school history, but I know it’s not very good. They’ve got a lot of athletes. They are well coached and they always come to play. It’s nice seeing the girls’ hard work pay off.”The inspiration was Robinson, who delivered both goals in the first Brown hits walk-off homer Please See Brown - Page B3 Tennis falls short Please See Short - Page B5 Girls LAX gets dramatic win over East on March 21. “Oh my gosh, it was the best game,” coach Haley Hines said following a 10-9 win. “When we had five minutes left, I was holding on to the other coach because I just needed to hold onto something be- cause I was shaking. It was one of those games that kept you into it the whole time.”Davie was a Tilt-A-Whirl in those final five minutes. “We kept a one-goal lead, but we took two shots with five minutes left and I was telling my girls to slow it down,” Hines said. “I don’t know if they coååuldn’t hear me or they just wanted to score. I yelled: ‘There’s no need to shoot the ball.’ So they half, giving the junior nine goals in seven games. Davie never trailed, leading 2-0 at halftime. “Lanna hit two left-footed shots within five or six minutes of each other,” Kopetzky said. “Kate Chaffin played her a ball. It was beautiful - over the keeper’s head. On the other one, Lanna received a pass, dribbled and then hit it lower 90. In the offseason, we focused on left foot pretty heavily. We’ve got her with more of a natural swing. She works really hard in her club season, and she works really hard in our practices to make that happen. She can cut either way and put the ball in the back of the net. Lanna’s shot is a little scary. I don’t like standing in front of it. If she’s shooting at practice in a scrimmage, I’m usually getting out of the way.”While Robinson obviously de-serves an immense amount of credit, she couldn’t have beaten East for the first time since March of 2021 by herself. Goalie Aubrie Pulaski came up huge. “She had an outstanding game,” Kopetzky said. “Aubrie made a save that kept us in the game (when it was 0-0). It was the nicest save I’ve ever watched her have. I met with her many times in the offseason to do keeper stuff. She’s really worked on air balls, and she saved one that was almost upper 90. It was a free kick and we built some momentum off that. I think that one moment changed the momentum for the game.”The coach was thrilled with de-fender Mallie Wall. “At halftime, I looked at her and said: ‘Hey, you’re doing great and you’re battling,’” Kopetzky said. “In the second half, they put one of their best players on her side, and she made stuff happen over there. She really showed up for the task and did everything we asked.”Kopetzky got everything he was hoping for from midfielders Lydia Postell, Caroline Mitchell and Mak-enna McGowan. East’s lone goal came on a penalty kick. “Our starting center three have grown a lot since the start of the season,” he said. “They clogged the center lane. Sarah Andrade has been getting big minutes in the triple triangle.”While Davie improved to 5-1-1 overall and 1-1 in the CPC, East fell to 2-3-1, 0-1. “I’m proud of all the girls,” he said. “They’re getting to see some success from their hard work.” Davie 5, Forbush 1Two nights earlier in a road nonconference game, Davie put the game out of reach in the first half. Chaffin, Jaden Sink, Robinson, McGowan and Gracyn Coleman took turns scoring as Davie sped to a 5-1 halftime lead. Chaffin, Sink, McGowan and Coleman had one assist each. This is only the beginning for Chaffin, McGowan and Coleman, who are future stars as freshmen. It was the second goal on the season for Chaffin. “Kate goes in and plays real hard,” Kopetzky said. “She will body someone. We work that right wing with what we need per game. Kate can go in and wear somebody down or we can throw a little more speed in and go around them. Kate is emerging in that role nicely. She crashes the goal when we need her to. She’s young, so she’s still going to make young mistakes. But she’s coachable.”It was the first varsity goals for McGowan, a defensive midfielder, and Coleman, the starting right center back. “Makenna is very good at win-ning the ball in the middle,” he said. “She can distribute really well. She’s got a great first move.”Coleman, who scored off a corner kick, plays defense alongside Moni-ca Ramirez, Sink and Wall. “That back line we have is legit,” Kopetzky said. “It’s not an easy role being a freshman. Gracyn is with two seniors and a junior. She com-plements (Sink) real well.” Davie High has announced the appointment of Johannes Steffin as the new head coach of the school’s boys soccer program. Steffin brings more than 20 years of international soccer experience. “I am very excited to join the Davie County High School soccer program,” said Steffin, who replaced Russ Fisher as coach. “I look forward to working together with the staff and players to keep building a strong soccer program.”Fisher was at the helm for one year, resigning after a 4-17-2 season last fall. More on Steffin’s playing/coaching careers will be published soon. Robinson inspires 2-1 soccer win Steffin named as Davie Highnew boys soccer coach Sophomore Kayden Richardson carries the ball to the offensive side. - Photo by Marnic Lewis Freshman Riley Mallory is 4-1 at Nos. 5-6 singles for Davie. B2 ‑ DAVIE COUNTY ENTERPRISE RECORD, Thursday, March 27, 2025 By Brian PittsEnterprise Record The good version of Da-vie’s varsity baseball team showed up for the first five innings against West Rowan. The bad version appeared in the sixth and seventh innings as Davie fell apart, losing 11-8 after holding an 8-4 lead and evoking some flashbacks for the 4-7 War Eagles. Davie 19, Parkland 0West Rowan was the fourth game in five days. The busy stretch began with an easy, three-inning win at Parkland on March 18. Coy James swatted a pair of home runs and Colin Har-rison also went deep. When James left Winston-Salem, he had 12 extra-base hits in 22 at-bats and five dingers in three games. “It was hard for anybody to stay back that much (against slow pitching),” coach Joey Anderson said. “But Coy makes the adjustment. (Both home runs) were line shots.”Harrison, a sophomore, homered in his first varsity at-bat on a night when 19 different War Eagles made plate appearances. Pitching one inning each, Harrison, Parker Davis and Jacob Pat-ton combined to strike out seven of 10 batters in a span of 35 pitches. South Meck 6, Davie 3James, who barely missed another homer, and pitchers Tucker Hobbs and Davis did their part, but Davie fell behind 6-0 and lost a non- conference game at South Mecklenburg on March 19. James went 3 for 4 with a double off the fence. After Hobbs worked four innings, Davis turned in two 1-2-3 innings in relief. “We didn’t play as well defensively as I thought we would,” Anderson said. “Tucker and Parker pitched extremely well against a team that swings the bat really well. We just didn’t play defense. There was one costly error that gave up two runs, and unfortunately we couldn’t come back. In two innings, Parker threw 19 pitches.”Kason Stewart, Ryan Wil-liams, Coston Colamarino and Bubby Byington had one hit each, but it wasn’t enough against an opponent that im-proved to 8-4 with its fourth straight win. Davie 15, Parkland 0James, Hayden Potts and Hunter Potts ripped inside-the-park home runs in a home CPC win over the Mustangs on March 21. Now James has the most homers (seven) in 13 years. Now James is only one bomb from tying Matt Marion’s ca-reer record of 16. It’s the most HRs in a season since Matt Vernon blasted eight in 2012. Patton tossed three perfect innings and fanned five of nine batters in the two-and-a-half inning game. The Mustangs sank to 1-10. Their win was 15-4 over Lexington, which won the first meeting by a football-ish score of 33-21. Davie entered the week 2-2 in the CPC. W. Rowan 11, Davie 8Saturday’s home noncon-ference game against West Rowan felt like a replay. With leads of 7-3 and 8-4, the War Eagles looked prime for a win over a 3-A power. But they completely imploded in the late innings and suffered their third loss when scoring seven-plus runs. It stings to know how close Davie (4-7) is to 7-4 or 8-3. In the second, Davie flipped a 3-2 deficit into a 7-3 advantage. Hayden Potts and James smacked doubles and the Falcons helped Davie with five walks and two hit batsmen. West (10-3 overall) erased Davie’s 8-4 lead in the sixth by scoring four runs on three hits and an error. The Falcons took the game by the throat in the top of the seventh. After Carter Cornett went 3 for 3, Ian Patton only allowed one run over four innings and Davie’s JV baseball team thumped Ballantyne Ridge 11-1 in Charlotte on March 17. Cornett scored three times as the War Eagles won for the sixth time in seven games. “He’s a big kid,” varsity coach Joey Anderson said. “It’s pretty impressive watch-ing him swing the bat. On the defensive side, we’ve got to get his arm a little bit stronger. But there’s a chance he could be a gamer when he gets to the varsity level.”Tanner Steinour went 2 for 3 and Tay Settecasi went 1-2 with three RBIs as Davie scored in all five at-bats. The War Eagles charged to the mercy-rule margin in a six-run fifth. Steinour, Cornett and Settecasi had singles as Davie did the damage on three hits, two walks, a hit batsman and an error. Davie baseball lets West Rowan off the hook an error, single and walk loaded the bases, the next batter cleared the bases with a double. James’ hitting streak grew to 12 games dating to 2024 with his 2-for-4 day. It was his eighth multi-hit outing, which left his absurd average at .709 (22 for 31). But Davie’s biggest bat on the day was Hayden Potts, who went 3 for 3 with a double and two RBIs. Davie got one hit from Hunter Potts (1-3, two runs), Stewart (1-2, two HBPs) and Brandon Forrest, a freshman who went 1 for 4 with two runs and a stolen base in his varsity debut. John Fisher reached base twice with a walk and hit by pitch. Key reasons for the loss: Davie committed two errors that led to five unearned runs, and four pitchers combined for 10 walks. After Patton gave Davie a fine start on the mound, Taylor Shenberger slammed the door by striking out two of three batters in the bottom of the fifth. The Wolves have been a punching bag this season, dropping to 0-6 while getting outscored 76-10. South Meck 8, Davie 3Davie’s five-game win-ning streak was stopped at South Mecklenburg on March 19. One of the few highlights was Noah Potts’ home run. Davie got one hit from Brandon Forrest (1-2, walk), Steinour (1-3), Easton Sand-ers (1-3, double), Potts (1-1, walk) and Settecasi (1-2). “They said Noah hit it to the parking lot, so he had to hit it pretty good,” Anderson said. “Noah has always had some power. He gets frustrat-ed with himself from time to time, but I think he’s starting to have a little fun and he’s starting to see some success. Sometimes he overthinks stuff, and now he’s trying to let it go and just play.”Davie 11, E. Forsyth 2The War Eagles rolled with ease on March 21 in Kernersville. They staggered East Forsyth right off the bat, scoring four runs in the top of the first. 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It’s a memory the sophomore will be telling friends, family and eventually her grandchildren decades from now. “I could tell Addie was a little bit nervous, so I called time after the first or second pitch,” Handy said. “I said: ‘You have been in so many big travel ballgames. This is just another game. Don’t worry about what’s going on around you. You’ve got this.’ She fouled off a couple of pitches to get to the pitch that she wanted. It was an outside pitch and she took it backside. It was a special night for Ad-die and for our whole team in a big CPC game.”J. Davis went 3 for 3 with her second homer of the sea-son and jacked her gaudy av-erage to .520. Brown’s second hit of the game and second long ball of the season gave her the team’s RBI lead at 11 (Landry Parsons also has 11). But Potts was also a big part of the win as she finished with a five-hitter, one walk and eight Ks. “Riley is doing a great job hitting her spots and our defense is playing solid,” Handy said. “There were a few hard-hit balls, but Riley’s been phenomenal this year. I can’t say enough about her.”Davie 17, Tabor 2Three days later, Davie broke visiting Mt. Tabor like a twig for the 39th consecutive time in the series. Brenna Altiers homered as the War Eagles (9-1 overall, 5-0 CPC) rolled to the greatest start in 24 years (the 2001 team started 20-1). They are riding a nine-game winning streak, matching the streak from 2024. In case you’re wondering, the longest win Ellis’ baseball team easily dispatched South Davie, 14-2, on March 17 at South.The Jaguars scored five runs on five hits in the top of the fourth inning. Conner Cornatzer doubled, Mason Canter and Gabe McMurray had singles. .Ellis scored seven runs on three hits in the top of the fifth. Cornatzer drew a walk, Canter singled, an error scored two runs, McMurray doubled and David Tise drew a bases-loaded walk.Dawson Griffin earned the win for Ellis. The pitcher gave up three hits and zero runs over four innings, striking out five and walking none. Canter appeared in relief for Ellis.McMurray provided pop in the middle of the lineup and led Ellis with three runs batted in. The No. 3 hitter went 2-for-3. Canter and McMurray each collected two hits for Ellis.JJ Fowler led South with one run batted in. The No. 3 hitter went 1-for-3. Bowen Link went 2-for-2 at the plate to lead the Tigerrs in hits. Link stole two bases.Ellis 12, North 2Wade Hefner collected three hits in four at-bats as Ellis defeated visiting North Davie on March 20. Hefner hit a solo home run to center field in the fifth, singled in the first and singled in the third.A single by Hefner put Ellis on the board in the bot-tom of the first. Ellis added to its early lead in the bottom of the second after Peyton Fishel doubled down the right-field line and Mason Driver grounded out, each scoring one run.The Jaguars added two more runs in the bottom of the fifth on four hits. Hefner hit a solo home run to center and Dawson Griffin singled to score a run.Hefner earned the win for Ellis. The righty surrendered one hit and two runs over five innings, striking out six and walking five. Paxton Broadus stepped on the mound first for North. The hurler allowed six hits and four runs (two earned) over three innings, striking out three and walking none. Bowman Blakley tossed one inning of scoreless ball for Ellis in relief. The Jaguars piled up 16 hits. Leadoff hitter Driver led with four hits in five at-bats. Mason Canter collected two hits in three at-bats. The Jaguars didn’t commit a sin-gle error. Broadus and Wade Rid-enhour each drove in one run for North. Easton Stanley and Trevor Bumgarner had two walks each. Paxton led the Wildcats with two hits. Trevor Bumgarner and Easton Stanley had two walks each, and Stanley stole two bases. Autism Awareness MonthApril is Autism Awareness Month, and Ellis Athletics will promote it all month to celebrate its Autism Aware-ness Week. From March 11, the base-ball team and other athletes began selling Autism Puzzle pieces to raise money to sup-port the WEMS EC depart-ment and its Autism Spectrum students. The pieces will be glued to the poster board on the baseball’s first-base line during the game, and they will be displayed in the WEMS hallways for the remainder of the month. We invite ev-eryone to attend and support our athletes and students by purchasing a puzzle piece or more. streak in Davie fast-pitch history is 14 from 2001. Lankford pitched all three innings and struck out six as the Spartans tumbled to 1-3. 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B4 - DAVIE COUNTY ENTERPRISE RECORD, Thursday, March 27, 2025 Continued From Page B1ended up getting the ball back and we held them off.”The War Eagles were fi-nally able to exhale when East missed a free shot with 70 seconds remaining. “They had a free position shot,” Hines said. “It’s like a 50-50 chance that they’re going to tie up the game and force overtime or it’s going to be like a godsend. It went over the goal and we got the ball back. The adrenaline for ev-erybody was off the charts.”Davie improved to 2-2 overall and 1-1 in the CPC behind monster performanc-es from sophomore Kayden Richardson (five goals, eight ground balls, assist) and senior Lyndsay Davis (10 draw controls, six assists, six ground balls). “Kayden was phenome-nal,” she said. “Lyndsay was player of the game. Mallory Peck caught an amazing pass from Lyndsay and scored her first goal. That girl (Davis) was all over the field. She definitely helped construct the game.”Kimber Holston had two goals. Lila Moore had one goal and one assist as Davie kept East winless at 0-4. Both of Davie’s wins have been thrillers, including a 12-11 overtime triumph over South-west Guilford. “East has always been our archrivals,” Hines said. “East is always the team that we want to take out.”Three days earlier in the CPC opener, Davie was no match for visiting Reynolds. Richardson was the only War Eagle who managed to score in the 13-1 loss. Dramatic ... Kayden Richardson goes for a ground ball for Davie’s lacrosse team. At right, junior Lila Moore drives to the goal. - Photos by Marnic Lewis Freshmen Viola Hewitt and Jolene Handley pursue a ground ball. Senior Lyndsay Davis takes the draw. Sophomore Bethany Jacobs works on offense. Davis cuts around the crease to get open. Davis (8) and junior Abbey Lankford talk at the end of the quarter. At right, junior Ashlyn Seivers (27) defends a crease roll. DAVIE COUNTY ENTERPRISE RECORD, Thursday, March 27, 2025 - B5 Continued From Page B1start of the season.”Grayson Busse wouldn’t be denied at No. 1 singles, winning a 6-4, 1-6, 10-8 slob-berknocker. Unfortunately, Davie lost barnburners that were decided by third-set tiebreakers at two and five. “Grayson played his best tennis,” Nixon said. “That is, for clarity, the best tennis he’s played since he came to Da-vie. And the guy he played is no joke. He’ll likely be player of the year in Mt. Airy’s con-ference. I’m so proud of GB.”The other Davie winner in singles was Luke Cranfill, who romped 6-1, 6-0 to run his record to 6-0 at No. 4. “The freshman who just doesn’t play like one,” Nixon said. “There are times when he really does still look very much like a freshman, so when he gains some strength, both physical and mental, he’s going to do big things in our league. His start to his career is amazing.”The War Eagles needed to sweep doubles. They couldn’t quite pull it off. “We spent a whole week last week working on doubles and won two of three,” Nixon said after Davie slipped to 2-4 overall. “That is good for my soul. It should also be good as we turn and head back down the CPC slate. Some of those 6-3 losses are going to look Short ... a little different, I suspect.”Mt. Airy clinched victory at No. 1 doubles, but Busse/Chris Samet and Brady Car-ter/Cranfill rolled to 8-3 and 8-1 victories at two and three, respectively. “Brady is my guy,” Nixon said. “He loses a painful sin-gle match after a split, and I go over and ask him how much he’s got in the tank. He says: ‘I want to go right now, coach. Let’s go.’ Coming back and getting the doubles win is huge. “Chris kind of anchors this freshmen class. He comes in and plays way up the lineup in doubles and is amazing. He and Grayson have become a force.”Nixon added: “Each (los-ing player) gave me max effort and I am very proud of how they played. Again, we are not scheduling down any-more. This was a good team we played today. Hats off to Mount Airy. They came to our place and handed us the L.”Davie 9, Parkland 0Two days earlier, Davie had a breezy road win over winless Parkland. All the singles scores were 6-0, 6-0. The margins were 8-0 at Nos. 1-2 doubles, and the Mus-tangs forfeited No. 3 doubles as Davie improved to 2-3 in the CPC. “We got some guys chanc-es to play,” Nixon said “The guys were intentional about using this as a real tune-up. I saw guys working on things we practiced all last week.” Wednesday, March 26Davie golf vs. Lake Norman at Pudding Ridge at 4Davie tennis at East Forsyth at 4:15Davie JV/varsity soccer at home vs. Mt. Tabor at 5:30/7Thursday, March 27Davie tennis at home vs. Mt. Tabor at 4:15Davie track at Mt. Tabor at 4:30Davie girls/boys lacrosse at home vs. North Davidson at 5:30/7:15Davie softball at home vs. Northwest Guilford at 6Friday, March 28Davie girls/boys lacrosse at home vs. Mt. Tabor at 5:30/7:15Davie varsity baseball at Mt. Tabor at 6 Saturday, March 29Davie JV/varsity baseball at home vs. Watauga at 11/1Monday, March 31Davie golf in CPC meet at Tanglewood at 4Davie tennis at Reagan at 4:15Davie JV/varsity soccer at West Forsyth at 5:30/7Davie girls/boys lacrosse at Southwest Guilford at 5:30/7:15Davie softball at home vs. Lake Norman at 6Tuesday, April 1Davie golf in CPC meet at Oak Valley at 4Davie girls/boys lacrosse at West Forsyth at 5:30/7:15Davie softball at home vs. Glenn at 6Davie JV/varsity baseball at home vs. Reagan at 4:30/7Wednesday, April 2Davie tennis at Mt. Tabor at 4:15Davie JV/varsity soccer at Parkland at 5:30/7Davie JV/varsity baseball at West Davidson at 4:30 Davie’s JV soccer team earned a satisfying 2-0 win at East Forsyth on March 19. “I don’t think we played a good first 10 minutes, but the last 60 was probably the best we’ve played all season,” coach Collin Ferebee said after his War Eagles improved to 2-1-1. “I’m used to varsity athletes, varsity practices and varsity games (as the girls tennis coach), but they are starting to act like a varsity mentality. They are recogniz-ing mistakes and fixing them, and that’s what’s going to win us ballgames.”Rhianna Craven and Ren-na Welborn scored the goals, but Gabi Sandoval was vital Lake Norman, N. Meck win basketball titles The Lake Norman girls basketball team, which will be a league rival with Davie next year, slipped past Wakefield, 43-41, to claim the Wildcats’ first state championship. The North Mecklenburg boys, who knocked out the War Eagles in the second round, survived a clash with New Hanover, 59-56, to repeat as 4-A champion. Boys lacrosse 1-1 in CPC After outscoring four nonconference opponents 64-20, the Davie boys lacrosse team’s best start in six years came to a screeching halt in the CPC opener against visiting Reynolds on March 18. The Demons built an 11-2 halftime lead and belted Davie 16-4. The Davie goals were scored by Henry Hines, Caleb Coble, William Carter and Jack Pisciotta. Caswell Moore had an assist. Three days later, the War Eagles rebounded with authority, winning 16-2 at East Forsyth to even their CPC record at 1-1. Pisciotta and Ty Carter had five and four goals, respectively, as Davie improved to 5-1 overall. Hines, Moore and Owen Blakely had two goals apiece. Barrett Robertson and Coble had one. Moore and Pisciotta had four assists each, while Evan Helms and Hines had two. T. Carter had one assist. Wyatt steps down as Legion coach After leading the Mocksville Senior Legion baseball team for two years, Tristan “Shaggy” Wyatt has stepped down as coach. The new coach will be named soon. Spillman, Hunter tie for 3rd After finishing fifth in the first CPC match, Davie’s golf team was able to notch third at Winding Creek on March 17. Carter Spillman and Braxton Hunter tied for third out of 40 players with 6-over 42s as Davie (177) finished just five strokes behind the 172s from Reynolds and West Forsyth. James Walsh (46) and Wade Bomar (47) completed the scoring for the War Eagles, who placed ahead of Mt. Tabor (179), Reagan (180) and East Forsyth (187). Davie lost by 19 shots to Calvary in a nonconference match at Bermuda Run West on March 20. Spillman (9-over 43), Seager Brooks (44), Walsh (44) and Josh Bailey (45) were the top four for the War Eagles, who shot 176 to Calvary’s 157. 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She really helped us keep the ball on our half.” • Sports Briefs • DAVIE COUNTYSPORTS PHOTOS by Marnic Lewis • High School Sports • Youth Sports • Rec. League Sports Preserve your athlete’s Sports Memories! To VIEW Photos & ORDER PRINTS visit: mlewisphotography.smugmug.com A satisfying win for JV soccer Davie tennis players from left: freshman Luke Cranfill, senior Barrett Taylor, sophomore Brady Carter, senior Grayson Busse and senior Zach Hill. ABSOLUTE William “Billy” Carter Collection Day 1 (Deceased) Preview on Friday, April 4th 12pm-5pmSaturday, April 5 @ 10:00 AM Bottle Swap Meet in Parking Lot 7-9:30am (Free Setup) @ 9497 N NC Hwy. 150, Clemmons, NC 27012 SCAN ME! THE ESTATE SETTLEMENT PROFESSIONALS OWNER / AUCTIONEER / BROKER / APPRAISER – TODD A. 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GO TO AUCTIONZIP.COM FOR DETAILS ON HOW TO REGISTER B6 - DAVIE COUNTY ENTERPRISE RECORD, Thursday, March 27, 2025 Weekly news delivered to your inbox Sign up under “Services” at www.ourdavie.com Senior Games Track Events kicked off with a wonderful start on Saturday, March 15 at the 34th An-nual Shamrock Run! This event was sponsored by the Mocksville Rotary Club and was a 5K course throughout beautiful downtown Mocks-ville and Rich Park. On Tuesday, March 18, the weather for track events was absolutely gorgeous! The athletes took to the track at the Davie County Com-munity Park and competed in the 50, 100, 200, and 400 Meter Dashes, the 800 and 1500 Meter Runs, as well as, the 1500 Meter and 5K Pow-erwalk!Winners:5K Run:Females: (55-59) 1st: Ju-lie Marklin. (65-69) 1st: San-dra Smith, 2nd: Gaye Orsini.Males: (55-59) 1st: Keith Brown. (60-64) 1st: Tony Moore.50 Meter Dash:Females: (60-64) 1st: Nancy Schlarp. (65-69) 1st: Sandra Smith. (70-74) 1st: Alice Monk. (75-79) 1st: Azalee Stockton. (80-84) 1st: Vickie Fye, 2nd: Barbara Chapman. (85-89) 1st: Alice Barnette.Males: (55-59) 1st: Craig Johnson. (65-69) 1st: Mike Jenkins, 2nd: Rick Wagner. (70-74) 1st: Larry Bridgewa-ter, 2nd: Clayton Peele, 3rd: Robbie Jackson. (75-79) 1st: Stewart Harry. (80-84) 1st: Bob Tesh. (85-89) 1st: Bob Parizek. (90-94) 1st: George Kimberly.100 Meter Dash:Females: (65-69) 1st: Sandra Smith, (70-74) 1st: Alice Monk. (80-84) 1st: Barbara Chapman.Males: (55-59) 1st: Craig Johnson, (65-69) 1st: Mike Jenkins, 2nd: Rick Wagner. 1484 Hwy. 64 West, Mocksville, NC 336-751-3372 1328733 “Serving Davie County Since 1973” •Brakes • Tires • Batteries • Alignments • Scheduled Maintenance • Complete and Professional Auto Repair (70-74) 1st: Clayton Peele, 2nd: Larry Bridgewater, 3rd: Robbie Jackson. (75-79) 1st: Stewart Harry. (80-84) 1st: Bob Tesh. (85-89) 1st: Bob Parizek.200 Meter Dash:Females: (65-69) 1st: Sandra Smith. (70-74) 1st: Alice Monk.Males: (55-59) 1st: Craig Johnson. (65-69) 1st: Mike Jenkins. (70-74) 1st: Clayton Peele. (75-79) 1st: Stewart Harry. (80-84) 1st: Bob Tesh. (85-89) 1st: Bob Parizek.400 Meter Dash:Females: (65-69) 1st: Sandra Smith. (70-74) 1st: Alice Monk.Males: (55-59) 1st: Craig Johnson. (65-69) 1st: Mike Jenkins, 2nd: Harold Wood. (70-74) 1st: Clayton Peele. (75-79) 1st: Stewart Harry. (85-89) 1st: Bob Parizek. 1500 Meter Powerwalk:Females: (60-64) 1st: Lisa Lopez. (65-69) 1st: San-dra Smith. (70-74) 1st: Alice Monk. (75-79) 1st: Gloria Stanley, 2nd: Azalee Stock-ton. (80-84) 1st: Vickie Frye. (85-89) 1st: Carol Quinn, 2nd: Alice Barnette.Males: (65-69) 1st: Rick Wagner, (75-79) 1st: Kim Newsom, (90-94) 1st: George Kimberly.5K Powerwalk:Females: (60-64) 1st: Lisa Lopez. (65-69) 1st: San-dra Smith. (75-79) 1st: Aza-lee Stockton. (80-84) 1st: Vickie Frye.800 Meter Run:Females: (65-69) 1st: Sandra SmithMales: (60-64) 1st: Tony Moore. (65-69) 1st: Harold Wood. (75-79) 1st: Stewart Harry.1500 Meter Run:Males: (60-64) 1st: Tony Moore. (75-79) 1st: Stewart Harry. These photos show winners of Davie Senior Games track events and the Sham- rock Run. Senior track events held DAVIE COUNTY ENTERPRISE RECORD, Thursday, March 27, 2025 - B7 By Carrie MillerDavie Senior Services Davie County Senior Games hit the ground run-ning with the Pickleball Doubles events March 12 at the Davie Community Park. Participants enjoyed fel-lowship with others while playing Pickleball. WinnersMales: (50-54) 1st: Corbin Dirks and Christo-pher Speer. (55-59) 1st: John Bullins and Clayton Peele. (60-64) 1st: Scott Fowler and Gary Hatley. (65-69) 1st: Mike Jenkins and Har-old Wood, 2nd: Reggie Booe and Craig Michael, 3rd: Dar-yl Thomas and Charles Barr. (70-74) 1st: Rich Orsini and Tim Maloney, 2nd: Gary Dailey and Robbie Jackson. (75-79) 1st: Ron Seamon and Lester Key. Females: (60-64) 1st: Kim Kinder and Renae Tk-ach, 2nd: Anna Newman and Nancy Sansoni. (65-69) 1st: Maria Hennessy and Barba-ra Harris, 2nd: Vickie Hardy and Julie Cartner, 3rd: Lily Shelton and Tina McDaniel. (70-74) 1st: Cathy Wells and Alice Monk, 2nd: Jacalyn Martin. (75-79) 1st: Joan Marie Belnap and Charli Wilcox, 2nd: Carole Pierce and Edna Hendrix. (80-84) 1st: Barbara Chapman and Sue Couch.On Thursday, March 13, the Pickleball Mixed Dou-bles events were held at the park. Several folks in the 60-64 and 65-69 age brackets vied for gold. The matches were exciting, and many folks sat in the bleachers to cheer for their favorite teams.Winners(55-59) 1st: Christopher Speer and Melissa Bowles. (60-64) 1st: Kim Kinder and Mike Jenkins, 2nd: Sandra Boyette and Gary Hatley, 3rd: Anna Newman and Daryl Thomas. (65-69) 1st: Barbara Harris and Harold Wood, 2nd: Reggie Booe and Jude Lee, 3rd: Danny Cartner and Julie Cartner. (70-74) 1st: Clayton Peele and Diane Poindexter, 2nd: Gary Dailey and Cathy Wells, 3rd: Robbie Jackson and Alice Monk. (75-79) 1st: Joan Marie Belnap and Rich Orsini. (80-84) 1st: Howard Hutchens and Sue Couch. Senior games pickleballers vye for medals 118 Hospital st. • Mocksville, Nc 27028 • 336.751.6289 “Because you should want to see your dentist” Accepting Most Major Insurances | RiversFamilyDentistry.com Andrew J. Rivers, DMD Dr. Rivers’ Dental Tip of the Week “Avoid mouthwash that is high in alcohol. This can be damaging to your oral tissue.” NOTICE OF MEETINGOF THE DAVIE COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION AND REVIEW Pursuant to N.C.G.S. 105-322 the Davie County Board of Equalization and Review will meet as required by law. PURPOSE OF MEETINGTo hear upon request any taxpayer who owns or controls property taxable in the county with respect to the listing or appraisal of the taxpayer’s property. TIME OF MEETINGThe Board will convene for its first meeting on April 8, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. The Board’s tentative adjournment date will beApril 28, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. Request for a hearing must be received no later than the adjournment date which is tentatively scheduled for Monday, April 28, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. In the event of an earlier or later adjournment, a notice to that effect will be published in this newspaper. The agenda for the hearing of appeals which were filed in a timely manner will be posted online and in the office of the Assessor.LOCATIONDavie County Administration Building123 South Main Street, Mocksville, NC 27028 All requests for hearings should be made to:Jamon Gaddy, Clerk to theDavie County Board of Equalization and Review123 South Main Street, Mocksville, NC 27028Telephone: (336) 753-6140Email: taxreval@daviecountync.gov Saturday, March 29, 2025 7:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Serving: biscuits, gravy, grits, scrambled eggs, bacon and sausage. DONATIONS ONLY — EAT IN OR TAKE OUT In honor of National Vietnam War Veterans Day, March 29, 2025, All Vietnam Veterans who attend the Breakfast and are not currently VFW Members will receive a FREE One Year Membership to the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Post 8719. BREAKFASTAdvance VFW Post 8719 VFW Post 8719 130 Feed Mill Road, Advance, NC YARD SALE March 29th 8am-4pm No Early Birds - Cash Only 2475 Hwy. 601 N., Mocksville Costume Jewelry, Odds & Ends, Clothes, Household Items, and MUCH MORE! Following Pickleball Mixed Doubles, the Pick-leball players took to the courts for Pickleball Singles.WinnersFemale: (60-64) 1st: Kim Kinder. (65-69) 1st: Lily Shelton. (70-74) 1st: Alice Monk, 2nd: Jackalyn Martin. (80-84) 1st: Barbara Chap-man, 2nd: Sue Couch.Male: (55-59) 1st: John Bullins. (65-69) 1st: Reggie Booe, 2nd: Harold Wood. (70-74) 1st: Charles Barr, 2nd: Walter Gretka. The Glen APARTMENTS 300 Milling RoadMocksville, NC 27028 We Invite You to Stop By! 2 & 3 Bedroom Apartments Accessible Units Rent is based on income Rental Assistance Available A HUD property Please Call: 1-336-751-2070 TDD/TYY#: 711 This Institution is anEqual OpportunityProvider and Employer Cambridge CreekApartments 268 Milling RoadMocksville, NC 27028 We Invite You to Stop By! 1&2 Bedroom Apartments Accessible Units Rent is based on income Rental Assistance Available Please Call: 336-751-5128 TDD/TYY# 1-800-735-2962 This Institution is an Equal Opportunity Providerand Employer These photos show the winners as Davie County Senior Games got started with pickleball competition. B8 - DAVIE COUNTY ENTERPRISE RECORD, Thursday, March 27, 2025 Father and Son Remodeling No job too big or small we can do them all. Call 980-234-2483 Public Notices No. 1958257 NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS OF LEON ROSCOE WALKER, III The undersigned, having qualified as Administrator of the Estate of Leon Ros- coe Walker, III, late a resident of Davie County, North Carolina, hereby notifies all persons, firms and corporations having claims against the decedent to present them to the undersigned on or before June 9, 2025, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. Any- one indebted to said estate should make immediate payment to the undersigned. This the 6th day of March, 2025. Leon Roscoe Walker, IV, Executor Andrew M. Brower, Attorney c/o Law Firm Carolinas PO Box 41027 Greensboro, NC 27404-1027 Publish: Davie Enterprise 3/6, 3/13, 3/20, 3/27, 2025 No. 1959021 NORTH CAROLINA DAVIE COUNTY NOTICE TO CREDITORS HAVING QUALIFIED as Executor of the Estate of EDWARD H. LEAGANS late of Davie County, this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations hav- ing claims against said estate to present written claim to the undersigned on or before June 13, 2025 (being three [3] months from the first day of publica- tion of this notice), or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All per- sons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate will please make immedi- ate payment to the undersigned. This the 13th day of March, 2025. Patricia P. Leagans C/O FLEMING & WILLIAMS, LLP Brian F. Williams Attorney at Law 284 South Main St., Mocksville, NC 27028 Publish: Davie Enterprise 3/13, 3/20, 3/27, 4/3, 2025 No. 1966659 NORTH CAROLINA DAVIE COUNTY NOTICE TO CREDITORS HAVING QUALIFIED as Executor of the Estate of PATRICK J. MARTINI- CHIO, SR. late of Davie County, this is to notify all persons, firms and corpora- tions having claims against said estate to present written claim to the undersigned on or before June 27, 2025 (being three (3) months from the first day of publi- cation of this notice), or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebt- ed to said estate will please make imme- diate payment to the undersigned. The 27th day of March, 2025. Nathan L. Martinichio C/O FLEMING & WILLIAMS, LLP Brian F. Williams Attorney at Law 284 South Main St. Mocksville, NC 27028 Publish: Davie Enterprise 3/27, 4/3, 4/10, 4/17, 2025 Public Notices No. 1960955 NORTH CAROLINA DAVIE COUNTY NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified on the 24th day of Feb- ruary, 2025, as Executor of the ESTATE OF JIMMY ALLEN PARDUE, deceased, late of Davie County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against the decedent to exhibit the same to the undersigned Executor on or before the 23rd day of June, 2025, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms and corporations indebt- ed to the estate should make immediate payment. This the 5th day of March, 2025. Estate of Jimmy Allen Pardue Christopher Allen Pardue, Executor 111 N. Wentworth Drive Mocksville, NC 27028 Publish: Davie Enterprise 3/13, 3/20, 3/27, 4/3, 2025 No. 1963930 NORTH CAROLINA FORSYTH COUNTY NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as the Public Admin- istrator of the Estate of Bernice Faye Stanley, Deceased, late of Davie County, North Carolina, this is to notify all per- sons having claims against the estate of the deceased to exhibit them to the un- dersigned on or before June 27, 2025, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar of their right to recover against the estate of the said deceased. All persons indebted to said estate will please make immediate payment. This the 20 day of March, 2025. Bryan C. Thompson Public Administrator of the Estate of Bernice Faye Stanly, deceased Robinson & Lawing, LLP 110 Oakwood Drive, Suite 200 Winston Salem, NC 27103 (336) 725-8323 Publish: Davie Enterprise 3/20, 3/27, 4/3, 4/10, 2025 No. 1958257 NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS OF LEON ROSCOE WALKER, III The undersigned, having qualified as Administrator of the Estate of Leon Ros- coe Walker, III, late a resident of Davie County, North Carolina, hereby notifies all persons, firms and corporations having claims against the decedent to present them to the undersigned on or before June 9, 2025, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. Any- one indebted to said estate should make immediate payment to the undersigned. This the 6th day of March, 2025. Leon Roscoe Walker, IV, Executor Andrew M. Brower, Attorney c/o Law Firm Carolinas PO Box 41027 Greensboro, NC 27404-1027 Publish: Davie Enterprise 3/6, 3/13, 3/20, 3/27, 2025 Public Notices No. 1960961 NORTH CAROLINA DAVIE COUNTY NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Administrator for the Estate of James Hubert Owens aka James Hubert Owens, Jr., late of Davie County, NC, this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against the said decedent to exhibit them to the undersigned on or before June 13, 2025. This notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms and corporations indebted to said estate are notified to make immediate payment. Today’s date 03/13/2025. Anna Ow- ens Guynn, 1062 Pumpkin Run Rd., Purlear NC 28665, as Administrator of the Estate of James Hubert Owens aka James Hubert Owens, Jr., deceased, File #25E000088. Send Claim to: Wells Law 380 Knollwood St., Suite 710 Winston Salem, NC 27103 Publish: Clemmons Courier 3/13, 3/20, 3/27, 4/3, 2025 No. 1963931 NORTH CAROLINA DAVIE COUNTY NOTICE TO CREDITORS HAVING QUALIFIED as Executor of the Estate of FRANCES W. DURHAM late of Davie County, this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations hav- ing claims against said estate to present written claim to the undersigned on or before June 20, 2025 (being three (3) months from the first day of publica- tion of this notice), or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All per- sons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate will please make immedi- ate payment to the undersigned. This the 20th day of March, 2025. Elizabeth M. Barber C/O FLEMING & WILLIAMS, LLP Brian F. Williams, Attorney at Law 284 South Main St. Mocksville, NC 27028 Publish: Davie Enterprise 3/20, 3/27, 4/3, 4/10, 2025 No. 1963937 NORTH CAROLINA DAVIE COUNTY NOTICE TO CREDITORS HAVING QUALIFIED as Co-Execu- tors of the Estate of KENNETH RAY CARTER late of Davie County, this is to notify all persons, firms and corpora- tions having claims against said estate to present written claim to the undersigned on or before June 20, 2025 (being three [3] months from the first day of publi- cation of this notice), or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebt- ed to said estate will please make imme- diate payment to the undersigned. This the 20th day of March, 2025. Seth Evans Carter Amy Carter Holland C/O FLEMING & WILLIAMS, LLP Brian F. Williams Attorney at Law 284 South Main Street Mocksville, NC 27028 Publish: Davie Enterprise 3/20, 3/27, 4/3, 4/10, 2025 Public Notices No. 1967698STATE OF NORTH CAROLINACOUNTY OF DAVIEIN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICEDISTRICT COURT DIVISION24 CvD 442NOTICE OF SALEDAVIE COUNTY, A Body Politic and Corporate PlaintiffvsUNKNOWN HEIRS AT LAW OF MANDY LOUISE MCMAHAN, aka MANDY LOUISE MOCK, BETTY ANN MCMAHAN DefendantsUnder and by virtue of an order of the District Court of Davie County, North Carolina, made and entered in the ac-tion entitled DAVIE COUNTY, A Body Politic and Corporate Plaintiff vs. UN-KNOWN HEIRS AT LAW OF MANDY LOUISE MCMAHAN, a/k/a MANDY LOUISE MOCK, BETTY ANN MC-MAHAN, Defendants, the undersigned commissioner will on April 10, 2025 at 11:00 AM offer for sale and sell for cash, to the last and highest bidder at public auction, at the courthouse door in Davie County, North Carolina in Mocksville, the following described property lying in Davie County, North Carolina and more particularly described as follows:Beginning at an iron pin, Isaiah Sanders corner; thence N. 28 degs. E. 5.50 chs. to an iron pin; thence N. 10 degs. E. 12 chs. to iron pin Will Dillard’s line; thence S. 85 degs. W. 4.00 chs. to an iron pin, Lillian McMahan’s N. E. corner; thence S. 10 degs. W. 15.96 chs. to an iron pin, Isaiah Sanders line; thence S. 66 degs. E. 2.40 chs. to the point and place of Beginning, and containing 5.6 acres, more or less. Together with and subject to easements, restrictions, water rights and rights of way of record, and matters of survey. Also being identified as Parcel ID# H5- 000-00-004, Davie County Tax Office. Address: 160 Etchison St The sale will be made subject to all ex- isting easements and restrictions, any superior liens, all outstanding city and county taxes, all local improvement as- sessments against the above-described property not included in the judgment in the above-entitled cause, any pri- or lien in favor of the State of North Carolina, any right of redemption of the United States and any rights of any persons in possession. A deposit of the greater of $750.00 or five (5) percent of the successful bid will be required at the time of sale unless the highest bid is by a taxing unit; then a deposit shall not be required. In the instance where multiple tax par- cels are indicated in this Notice, the Commissioner may elect to sell all of the parcels either in one sale, or on the sale date indicated sell each parcel individ- ually by conducting a separate sale for each, or group various parcels together for several sales, or not conduct a sale at all on one or more parcels, as the Com- missioner determines in his sole discre- tion as being most likely to sell the par- cels at a price adequate to pay all taxes due, as well as fees and costs. Any party contemplating the filing of an upset bid is therefore strongly encouraged to con- sult the Clerk of Court records to ascer- tain the parcel or parcels included in the sale for which an upset bid is planned. Upon delivery of the deed, the winning bidder shall be required to pay the costs of recordation of the deed, including deed stamp taxes due to the Register of Deeds. Title and condition of the prop- erty will be granted to the successful bid- der “as is” and without warranties. Tax Value: $103,890.00 This the 10th day of March, 2025 E. Lauren Watson Hubbard Commissioner Capital Center 82 Patton Avenue, Suite 500 Asheville, NC 28801 (828) 252-8010 Publish: Davie Enterprise 3/27, 4/3, 2025 No. 1960971 NORTH CAROLINA DAVIE COUNTY NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Executor for the Es- tate of Glenda Spry, late of Davie Coun- ty, NC, this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against the said decedent to exhibit them to the undersigned on or before June 13, 2025. This notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms and corporations indebted to said estate are notified to make immediate payment. Today’s date 03/13/2025. Michael Ed- ward Spry, 175 Daniels Rd., Salisbury, NC 28144, as Executor of the Estate of Glenda Spry, deceased, File #25E000055. Publish: Davie Enterprise 3/13, 3/20, 3/27, 4/3, 2025 No. 1960961 NORTH CAROLINA DAVIE COUNTY NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Administrator for the Estate of James Hubert Owens aka James Hubert Owens, Jr., late of Davie County, NC, this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against the said decedent to exhibit them to the undersigned on or before June 13, 2025. This notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms and corporations indebted to said estate are notified to make immediate payment. Today’s date 03/13/2025. Anna Ow- ens Guynn, 1062 Pumpkin Run Rd., Purlear NC 28665, as Administrator of the Estate of James Hubert Owens aka James Hubert Owens, Jr., deceased, File #25E000088. Send Claim to: Wells Law 380 Knollwood St., Suite 710 Winston Salem, NC 27103 Publish: Clemmons Courier 3/13, 3/20, 3/27, 4/3, 2025 Public Notices Public Notices No. 1967698 STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF DAVIE IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE DISTRICT COURT DIVISION 24 CvD 442 NOTICE OF SALE DAVIE COUNTY, A Body Politic and Corporate Plaintiff vs UNKNOWN HEIRS AT LAW OF MANDY LOUISE MCMAHAN, aka MANDY LOUISE MOCK, BETTY ANN MCMAHAN Defendants Under and by virtue of an order of the District Court of Davie County, North Carolina, made and entered in the ac- tion entitled DAVIE COUNTY, A Body Politic and Corporate Plaintiff vs. UN- KNOWN HEIRS AT LAW OF MANDY LOUISE MCMAHAN, a/k/a MANDY LOUISE MOCK, BETTY ANN MC- MAHAN, Defendants, the undersigned commissioner will on April 10, 2025 at 11:00 AM offer for sale and sell for cash, to the last and highest bidder at public auction, at the courthouse door in Davie County, North Carolina in Mocksville, the following described property lying in Davie County, North Carolina and more particularly described as follows: Beginning at an iron pin, Isaiah Sanders corner; thence N. 28 degs. E. 5.50 chs. to an iron pin; thence N. 10 degs. E. 12 chs. to iron pin Will Dillard’s line; thence S. 85 degs. W. 4.00 chs. to an iron pin, Lillian McMahan’s N. E. corner; thence S. 10 degs. W. 15.96 chs. to an iron pin, Isaiah Sanders line; thence S. 66 degs. E. 2.40 chs. to the point and place of Beginning, and containing 5.6 acres, more or less. Together with and subject to easements, restrictions, water rights and rights of way of record, and matters of survey. Also being identified as Parcel ID# H5- 000-00-004, Davie County Tax Office. Address: 160 Etchison St The sale will be made subject to all ex- isting easements and restrictions, any superior liens, all outstanding city and county taxes, all local improvement as- sessments against the above-described property not included in the judgment in the above-entitled cause, any pri- or lien in favor of the State of North Carolina, any right of redemption of the United States and any rights of any persons in possession. A deposit of the greater of $750.00 or five (5) percent of the successful bid will be required at the time of sale unless the highest bid is by a taxing unit; then a deposit shall not be required. In the instance where multiple tax par- cels are indicated in this Notice, the Commissioner may elect to sell all of the parcels either in one sale, or on the sale date indicated sell each parcel individ- ually by conducting a separate sale for each, or group various parcels together for several sales, or not conduct a sale at all on one or more parcels, as the Com- missioner determines in his sole discre- tion as being most likely to sell the par- cels at a price adequate to pay all taxes due, as well as fees and costs. Any party contemplating the filing of an upset bid is therefore strongly encouraged to con- sult the Clerk of Court records to ascer- tain the parcel or parcels included in the sale for which an upset bid is planned. Upon delivery of the deed, the winning bidder shall be required to pay the costs of recordation of the deed, including deed stamp taxes due to the Register of Deeds. Title and condition of the prop- erty will be granted to the successful bid- der “as is” and without warranties. Tax Value: $103,890.00 This the 10th day of March, 2025 E. Lauren Watson Hubbard Commissioner Capital Center 82 Patton Avenue, Suite 500 Asheville, NC 28801 (828) 252-8010 Publish: Davie Enterprise 3/27, 4/3, 2025 Merchandise Deals & Bargains 14 ft EXPANDABLE ACCORDION TYPE LADDER 250lb capacity, new $80 704-603-4885 CDs & Cassettes, Albums & 8 Track Tapes. 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HERION (SOLELY)-NOW MARRIED AND BARRY W. HERION TO RONDA PUCKETT, TRUSTEE, DATED JANUARY 6, 2009, RECORD-ED IN BOOK 779, PAGE 108, DAVIE COUNTY REGISTRY.Pursuant to an order entered May 22, 2024, in the Superior Court for Davie County, and the power of sale contained in the captioned Deed of Trust (the “Deed of Trust”), the Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at auction (the “Sale”), to the highest bidder for cash on:APRIL 10, 2025, AT 10:00 A.M.DAVIE COUNTY COURTHOUSE140 SOUTH MAIN STREETMOCKSVILLE, NC 27028the real estate and the improvements thereon secured by the Deed of Trust, less and except any of such property re-leased from the lien of the Deed of Trust prior to the date of said sale, lying and being in Davie County, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows (the “Property”):ALL THAT CERTAIN PROPERTY SIT-UATED IN THE COUNTY OF DAVIE, AND STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA, BEING DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS:TRACT ONE:BEING LOTS NO. 24, 25, 26, 27 AND 28 OF THE OTIS HENDRIX PROPERTY SURVEYED BY S. L. TOLBERT, NO-VEMBER 1948, ALSO A LOT BACK OF SAID LOTS CONTAINING .6 OF AN ACRE, AND ALL LOTS ARE BOUND-ED AS FOLLOWS:BEGINNING AT A STAKE ON THE EAST SIDE OF THE HIGHWAY AND RUNS SOUTH 83 DEG. 30’ EAST WITH THE LINE OF LOTS NOS. 28 AND 29, 255 FEET TO A STAKE, BACK OF LOTS NOS. 28 AND 29; THENCE SOUTH 83 DEG. 30’ EAST 189 FEET TO AN IRON STAKE, JOE ALLEN’S LINE; THENCE NORTH 11 DEGS. 30’ EAST 169 FEET TO AN IRON STAKE IN CORNER OF THE LINE OF CORNATZER BAPTIST CHURCH; THENCE NORTH 89 DEG. 30’ WEST 131.5 FEET TO A STAKE; THENCE SOUTH 32 DEGS. 30’ WEST 25.5 FEET TO A STAKE, CORNER OF LOT NO. 24; THENCE NORTH 89 DEGS. 30’ WEST WITH THE BAPTIST CHURCH LINE AND LOT NO. 24, 256.5 FEET TO A STAKE ON THE EAST SIDE OF THE HIGHWAY; THENCE SOUTH 35 DEGS. 30’ WEST 125 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. CONTAINING LOTS NO. 24, 25, 26, 27 AND 28 AND .6 (SIX TENTHS) OF AN ACRE BACK OF SAID LOTS. FOR BACK REFERENCE SEE DEED BOOK 83, PAGE 425.TRACT TWO:BEGINNING AT A POINT, AN IRON PIN, IN KERMIT SHOAF’S SOUTH-EAST CORNER, AS APPEARS IN DEED BOOK 63, AT PAGE 386, DAVIE COUN-TY REGISTRY. BEING THE SOUTH-WEST CORNER OF THE WITHIN TRACT, RUNS THENCE WITH THE SAID SHOAF LINE AND PASSING THROUGH THE COMMON CORNER, AN IRON PIN, OF SAID SHOAF AND PAUL ALLEN, AS APPEARS FROM A DEED RECORDED IN BOOK 63, AT PAGE 385, SAID REGISTRY; NORTH 10 DEGS. 51’ 41” EAST 309.64 FEET TO A POINT, AN IRON PIN, IN PAUL AL-LEN’S CORNER AND IN CORNATZER BAPTIST CHURCH LINE; THENCE WITH SAID CHURCH LINE SOUTH 88 DEGS. 00’ 24” EAST 171.02 FEET TO A POINT, AN IRON PIN, IN FRANK CHAPLIN’S LINE, SAID CHURCH LINE; THENCE SOUTH 09 DEGS. 31’ 15” WEST 340.34 FEET TO A POINT, AN IRON PIN, IN SAID CHAPLIN’S LINE; THENCE A NEW LINE NORTH 77 DEGS. 45’ 50” WEST 176.99 FEET TO THE BEGINNING, CONTAINING 1.291 ACRES, MORE OR LESS, AS TAK-EN FROM A PLAT ENTITLED “SUR-VEY FOR MARY ALLEN, BY GRADY L. TUTTEROW, REGISTERED SUR-VEYOR, DATED DECEMBER 30, 1983”. FOR BACK REFERENCE SEE DEED BOOK 124, PAGE 608 TO CREATE TENANCY BY ENTIRETY OF SAME PROPERTY. TRACT THREE: BEGINNING AT AN IRON PIN, THE NORTHEASTERN CORNER OF THE WITHIN DESCRIBED TRACT, THE NORTHWESTERN CORNER OF PAUL E. ALLEN (DEED BOOK 63, PAGE 385); THENCE FROM THE BEGIN- NING NORTH 89 DEG. 29’ WEST 90.28 FEET TO A RAILROAD SPIKE IN THE CENTER LINE OF SR 1605 THE NORTHWESTERN CORNER OF THE WITHIN DESCRIBED TRACT; THENCE SOUTH 23 DEG. 10’ 06” WEST 102.64 FEET TO A RAILROAD SPIKE, THE SOUTHWESTERN COR- NER OF THE WITHIN DESCRIBED TRACT; THENCE SOUTH 83 DEG. 07’ EAST 56.49 FEET TO AN IRON PIN, THE SOUTHEASTERN CORNER OF THE WITHIN DESCRIBED TRACT, NORTHWESTERN CORNER OF KER- MIT E. SHOAF (DEED BOOK 63, PAGE 386) AND SOUTHEASTERN CORNER OF PAUL E. ALLEN, DEED BOOK 63, PAGE 385; THENCE WITH THE AL- LEN LINE NORTH 36 DEG. 37’ 39” EAST 125 FEET TO THE POINT AND PLACE OF BEGINNING CONTAIN- ING 0.1685 ACRES AS SURVEYED BY RICHARD HOWARD ON THE 9TH DAY OF APRIL, 1985. THIS PROPER- TY IS A PORTION OF THAT TRACT DESCRIBED IN DEED BOOK 115, PAGE 105 AND IS A PORTION OF LOT 67, DAVIE COUNTY TAX MAP H-6. TRACT FOUR: BEGINNING AT AN IRON PIN, THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF THE WITHIN DESCRIBED TRACT SOUTH- WEST CORNER OF PAUL E. ALLEN (DEED BOOK 63, PAGE 385), NORTH- WEST CORNER OF KERMIT E. SHOAF (DEED BOOK 63, PAGE 386); THENCE WITH THE SHOAF LINE SOUTH 36 DEG. 37’ 39” WEST 125.48 FEET TO AN IRON PIN; THENCE NORTH 76 DEG. 59’ 56” WEST 25.41 FEET TO A RAIL- ROAD SPIKE, IN S.R. 1605; THENCE NORTH 23 DEG. 10’ 06” EAST 110.68 FEET TO A RAILROAD SPIKE IN SAID ROAD; THENCE SOUTH 83 DEG. 07’ EAST 56.49 FEET TO POINT AND PLACE OF BEGINNING, CONTAIN- ING 0.1024 ACRES AS SURVEYED BY RICHARD HOWARD ON THE 9TH DAY OF APRIL, 1985. THIS PROPER- TY IS A PORTION OF THE TRACT DE- SCRIBED IN DEED BOOK 115, PAGE 105 AND IS A PORTION OF LOT 67, DAVIE COUNTY TAX MAP H-6. BEING THE PROPERTY CONVEYED IN WARRANTY DEED FROM MI- CHAEL ALLEN AND KAREN V. AL- LEN; PATRICK ALLEN (INDIVIDU- ALLY AND AS CO-EXECUTOR) AND MICHELLE ALLEN; JEROME ALLEN AND LORI ALLEN; CYNTHIA BED- DARD AND GREGORY L. BEDDARD; SHELIA W. STANLEY AND KENNETH G. STANLEY; MARGE V. DEAL AND CHARLES DEAL AND MICHAEL D. ALLEN, CO-EXECUTOR TO LINDA K. HERION, DATED 03/08/2002, RE- CORDED 04/02/2002, IN DEED BOOK 415, PAGE 439, IN THE REGISTER OF DEEDS FOR DAVIE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA. TAX PARCEL IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: 5769232644 H700000006 The record owner(s) of the Property not more than ten (10) days prior to the date hereof is Linda K Herion. Parcel ID: H7-000-00-006 In the Trustee’s sole discretion, the sale may be delayed for up to one (1) hour as provided in Section 45-21.23 of the North Carolina General Statutes. A five percent cash deposit, or a cash deposit of $750.00, whichever is greater, will be required of the last and highest bidder. The balance of the bid purchase price shall be due in full in cash or cer- tified funds at a closing to take place within thirty (30) days of the date of sale. The Substitute Trustee shall convey title to the property by non warranty deed. This sale will be made subject to all prior liens of record, if any, and to all unpaid (ad valorem) taxes and special assess- ments, if any, which became a lien sub- sequent to the recordation of the Deed of Trust. This sale will be further subject to the right, if any, of the United States of America to redeem the above-described property for a period of 120 days fol- lowing the date when the final upset bid period has run. The purchaser of the property described above shall pay the Clerk’s Commissions in the amount of $.45 per $100.00 of the purchase price (up to a maximum amount of $500.00), required by Sec- tion 7A-308(a)(1) of the North Carolina General Statutes. If the purchaser of the above-described property is someone other than the Beneficiary under the Deed of Trust, the purchaser shall also pay, to the extent applicable, the land transfer tax in the amount of one percent (1%) of the purchase price. To the extent this sale involves residen- tial property with less than fifteen (15) rental units, you are hereby notified of the following: (a) An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to Section 45-21.29 of the North Carolina General Statutes in favor of the purchas- er and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold; and (b) Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after Oc- tober 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agree- ment upon 10 days’ written notice to the landlord. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. The 28th day of February, 2025 Jeff Williams-Tracy, Attorney for John W. Fletcher III, Substitute Trustee (NCSB No. 15503) Fletcher, Tydings, Williams-Tracy & Gott, PLLC 100 Queens Road Suite 250 Charlotte, NC 28204 704-334-3400 jfletcher@fletchertydings.com Pulish: Davie Enterprise March 27 & April 3, 2025 Public Notices No. 1966656NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGBEFORE THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERSFOR THE FOLLOWING ZONING AMENDMENTSNOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, pur-suant to the requirements of Chapter 160D-602 of the General Statutes of North Carolina and Section 155.251 of the Davie County Code of Ordinances, that the Davie County Board of Com-missioners will hold a Public Hearing in the Commissioners Meeting Room in the Administration Building located at 123 S. Main Street, Mocksville, NC on April 7, 2025 at 7:00pm to hear the following request:Text Amendment TEXT-25-2 –The Planning Board will review and revise Chapter 154: Subdivision Regulations and Chapter 155: Zoning Code of Or-dinance.The public is invited to attend the hear-ing at which time there will be an oppor-tunity to be heard in favor of, or in oppo-sition to, the above items. As a result of the public hearing, substantial changes might be made in the advertised pro-posal, reflecting objections, debate and discussion at the hearing. Additional information is available at the Develop- ment & Facilities Services Department on weekdays between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. or by telephone at (336) 753-6050. Johnny Easter Planning Department Publish: Davie Enterprise 3/27, 4/3, 2025 No. 1958258 NORTH CAROLINA DAVIE COUNTY NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Executor of the Es- tate of Jean Saige Blanton, late of 624 Riverbend Drive, Bermuda Run, North Carolina 27006, the undersigned does hereby notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against the estate of said decedent to exhibit them to the undersigned at 380 Knollwood Street, Suite 700, Winston-Salem, North Carolina 27103, on or before the 6th day of June, 2025, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All per- sons, firms and corporations indebted to the said estate will please make imme- diate payment to the undersigned. This, the 6th day of March, 2025. Michael Saige Harrison, Executor for the Estate of Jean Saige Blanton 380 Knollwood Street, Suite 700 Winston-Salem, NC 27103 Karen B. Malay, Esq. Allman Spry Leggett Crumpler & Horn, P.A. Post Office Drawer 5129 Winston-Salem, NC 27113-5129 Telephone: (336) 722-2300 Publish: Davie Enterprise 3/6, 3/13, 3/20, 3/27, 2025 No. 1963938 STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF DAVIE IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK 24-SP-13 SECOND NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLO- SURE OF A DEED OF TRUST FROM LINDA K. HERION (SOLELY)-NOW MARRIED AND BARRY W. HERION TO RONDA PUCKETT, TRUSTEE, DATED JANUARY 6, 2009, RECORD- ED IN BOOK 779, PAGE 108, DAVIE COUNTY REGISTRY. Pursuant to an order entered May 22, 2024, in the Superior Court for Davie County, and the power of sale contained in the captioned Deed of Trust (the “Deed of Trust”), the Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at auction (the “Sale”), to the highest bidder for cash on: APRIL 10, 2025, AT 10:00 A.M. DAVIE COUNTY COURTHOUSE 140 SOUTH MAIN STREET MOCKSVILLE, NC 27028 the real estate and the improvements thereon secured by the Deed of Trust, less and except any of such property re- leased from the lien of the Deed of Trust prior to the date of said sale, lying and being in Davie County, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows (the “Property”): ALL THAT CERTAIN PROPERTY SIT- UATED IN THE COUNTY OF DAVIE, AND STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA, BEING DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: TRACT ONE: BEING LOTS NO. 24, 25, 26, 27 AND 28 OF THE OTIS HENDRIX PROPERTY SURVEYED BY S. L. TOLBERT, NO- VEMBER 1948, ALSO A LOT BACK OF SAID LOTS CONTAINING .6 OF AN ACRE, AND ALL LOTS ARE BOUND- ED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT A STAKE ON THE EAST SIDE OF THE HIGHWAY AND RUNS SOUTH 83 DEG. 30’ EAST WITH THE LINE OF LOTS NOS. 28 AND 29, 255 FEET TO A STAKE, BACK OF LOTS NOS. 28 AND 29; THENCE SOUTH 83 DEG. 30’ EAST 189 FEET TO AN IRON STAKE, JOE ALLEN’S LINE; THENCE NORTH 11 DEGS. 30’ EAST 169 FEET TO AN IRON STAKE IN CORNER OF THE LINE OF CORNATZER BAPTIST CHURCH; THENCE NORTH 89 DEG. 30’ WEST 131.5 FEET TO A STAKE; THENCE SOUTH 32 DEGS. 30’ WEST 25.5 FEET TO A STAKE, CORNER OF LOT NO. 24; THENCE NORTH 89 DEGS. 30’ WEST WITH THE BAPTIST CHURCH LINE AND LOT NO. 24, 256.5 FEET TO A STAKE ON THE EAST SIDE OF THE HIGHWAY; THENCE SOUTH 35 DEGS. 30’ WEST 125 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. CONTAINING LOTS NO. 24, 25, 26, 27 AND 28 AND .6 (SIX TENTHS) OF AN ACRE BACK OF SAID LOTS. FOR BACK REFERENCE SEE DEED BOOK 83, PAGE 425. TRACT TWO: BEGINNING AT A POINT, AN IRON PIN, IN KERMIT SHOAF’S SOUTH- EAST CORNER, AS APPEARS IN DEED BOOK 63, AT PAGE 386, DAVIE COUN- TY REGISTRY. BEING THE SOUTH- WEST CORNER OF THE WITHIN TRACT, RUNS THENCE WITH THE SAID SHOAF LINE AND PASSING THROUGH THE COMMON CORNER, AN IRON PIN, OF SAID SHOAF AND PAUL ALLEN, AS APPEARS FROM A DEED RECORDED IN BOOK 63, AT PAGE 385, SAID REGISTRY; NORTH 10 DEGS. 51’ 41” EAST 309.64 FEET TO A POINT, AN IRON PIN, IN PAUL AL- LEN’S CORNER AND IN CORNATZER BAPTIST CHURCH LINE; THENCE WITH SAID CHURCH LINE SOUTH 88 DEGS. 00’ 24” EAST 171.02 FEET TO A POINT, AN IRON PIN, IN FRANK CHAPLIN’S LINE, SAID CHURCH LINE; THENCE SOUTH 09 DEGS. 31’ 15” WEST 340.34 FEET TO A POINT, AN IRON PIN, IN SAID CHAPLIN’S LINE; THENCE A NEW LINE NORTH 77 DEGS. 45’ 50” WEST 176.99 FEET TO THE BEGINNING, CONTAINING 1.291 ACRES, MORE OR LESS, AS TAK- EN FROM A PLAT ENTITLED “SUR- VEY FOR MARY ALLEN, BY GRADY L. TUTTEROW, REGISTERED SUR- VEYOR, DATED DECEMBER 30, 1983”. FOR BACK REFERENCE SEE DEED BOOK 124, PAGE 608 TO CREATE TENANCY BY ENTIRETY OF SAME PROPERTY. TRACT THREE: BEGINNING AT AN IRON PIN, THE NORTHEASTERN CORNER OF THE WITHIN DESCRIBED TRACT, THE NORTHWESTERN CORNER OF PAUL E. ALLEN (DEED BOOK 63, PAGE 385); THENCE FROM THE BEGIN- NING NORTH 89 DEG. 29’ WEST 90.28 FEET TO A RAILROAD SPIKE IN THE CENTER LINE OF SR 1605 THE NORTHWESTERN CORNER OF THE WITHIN DESCRIBED TRACT; THENCE SOUTH 23 DEG. 10’ 06” WEST 102.64 FEET TO A RAILROAD SPIKE, THE SOUTHWESTERN COR- NER OF THE WITHIN DESCRIBED TRACT; THENCE SOUTH 83 DEG. 07’ EAST 56.49 FEET TO AN IRON PIN, THE SOUTHEASTERN CORNER OF THE WITHIN DESCRIBED TRACT, NORTHWESTERN CORNER OF KER- MIT E. SHOAF (DEED BOOK 63, PAGE 386) AND SOUTHEASTERN CORNER OF PAUL E. ALLEN, DEED BOOK 63, PAGE 385; THENCE WITH THE AL- LEN LINE NORTH 36 DEG. 37’ 39” EAST 125 FEET TO THE POINT AND PLACE OF BEGINNING CONTAIN- ING 0.1685 ACRES AS SURVEYED BY RICHARD HOWARD ON THE 9TH DAY OF APRIL, 1985. THIS PROPER- TY IS A PORTION OF THAT TRACT DESCRIBED IN DEED BOOK 115, PAGE 105 AND IS A PORTION OF LOT 67, DAVIE COUNTY TAX MAP H-6. TRACT FOUR: BEGINNING AT AN IRON PIN, THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF THE WITHIN DESCRIBED TRACT SOUTH- WEST CORNER OF PAUL E. ALLEN (DEED BOOK 63, PAGE 385), NORTH- WEST CORNER OF KERMIT E. SHOAF (DEED BOOK 63, PAGE 386); THENCE WITH THE SHOAF LINE SOUTH 36 DEG. 37’ 39” WEST 125.48 FEET TO AN IRON PIN; THENCE NORTH 76 DEG. 59’ 56” WEST 25.41 FEET TO A RAIL- ROAD SPIKE, IN S.R. 1605; THENCE NORTH 23 DEG. 10’ 06” EAST 110.68 FEET TO A RAILROAD SPIKE IN SAID ROAD; THENCE SOUTH 83 DEG. 07’ EAST 56.49 FEET TO POINT AND PLACE OF BEGINNING, CONTAIN- ING 0.1024 ACRES AS SURVEYED BY RICHARD HOWARD ON THE 9TH DAY OF APRIL, 1985. THIS PROPER- TY IS A PORTION OF THE TRACT DE- SCRIBED IN DEED BOOK 115, PAGE 105 AND IS A PORTION OF LOT 67, DAVIE COUNTY TAX MAP H-6. BEING THE PROPERTY CONVEYED IN WARRANTY DEED FROM MI- CHAEL ALLEN AND KAREN V. AL- LEN; PATRICK ALLEN (INDIVIDU- ALLY AND AS CO-EXECUTOR) AND MICHELLE ALLEN; JEROME ALLEN AND LORI ALLEN; CYNTHIA BED- DARD AND GREGORY L. BEDDARD; SHELIA W. STANLEY AND KENNETH G. STANLEY; MARGE V. DEAL AND CHARLES DEAL AND MICHAEL D. ALLEN, CO-EXECUTOR TO LINDA K. HERION, DATED 03/08/2002, RE- CORDED 04/02/2002, IN DEED BOOK 415, PAGE 439, IN THE REGISTER OF DEEDS FOR DAVIE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA. TAX PARCEL IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: 5769232644 H700000006 The record owner(s) of the Property not more than ten (10) days prior to the date hereof is Linda K Herion. Parcel ID: H7-000-00-006 In the Trustee’s sole discretion, the sale may be delayed for up to one (1) hour as provided in Section 45-21.23 of the North Carolina General Statutes. A five percent cash deposit, or a cash deposit of $750.00, whichever is greater, will be required of the last and highest bidder. The balance of the bid purchase price shall be due in full in cash or cer- tified funds at a closing to take place within thirty (30) days of the date of sale. The Substitute Trustee shall convey title to the property by non warranty deed. This sale will be made subject to all prior liens of record, if any, and to all unpaid (ad valorem) taxes and special assess- ments, if any, which became a lien sub- sequent to the recordation of the Deed of Trust. This sale will be further subject to the right, if any, of the United States of America to redeem the above-described property for a period of 120 days fol- lowing the date when the final upset bid period has run. The purchaser of the property described above shall pay the Clerk’s Commissions in the amount of $.45 per $100.00 of the purchase price (up to a maximum amount of $500.00), required by Sec- tion 7A-308(a)(1) of the North Carolina General Statutes. If the purchaser of the above-described property is someone other than the Beneficiary under the Deed of Trust, the purchaser shall also pay, to the extent applicable, the land transfer tax in the amount of one percent (1%) of the purchase price. To the extent this sale involves residen- tial property with less than fifteen (15) rental units, you are hereby notified of the following: (a) An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to Section 45-21.29 of the North Carolina General Statutes in favor of the purchas- er and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold; and (b) Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after Oc- tober 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agree- ment upon 10 days’ written notice to the landlord. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. The 28th day of February, 2025 Jeff Williams-Tracy, Attorney for John W. Fletcher III, Substitute Trustee (NCSB No. 15503) Fletcher, Tydings, Williams-Tracy & Gott, PLLC 100 Queens Road Suite 250 Charlotte, NC 28204 704-334-3400 jfletcher@fletchertydings.com Pulish: Davie Enterprise March 27 & April 3, 2025 Public Notices No.1967701 STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF DAVIE IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE DISTRICT COURT DIVISION 24 CvD 623 NOTICE OF SALE DAVIE COUNTY, A Body Politic and Corporate Plaintiff vs. LAWANDA F. DRY, UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF LAWANDA F. DRY, BOBBY M. BOOE, SR., UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF BOBBY M. BOOE, SR., BARCLAYS BANK DELAWARE, Lien- holder Defendants Under and by virtue of an order of the District Court of Davie County, North Carolina, made and entered in the ac- tion entitled DAVIE COUNTY, A Body Politic and Corporate Plaintiff vs. LA- WANDA F. DRY, UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF LAWANDA F. DRY, BOBBY M. BOOE, SR., UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF BOBBY M. BOOE, SR., BARCLAYS BANK DELAWARE, Lienholder, Defen- dants, the undersigned commissioner will on April 10, 2025 at 11:00 AM offer for sale and sell for cash, to the last and highest bidder at public auction, at the courthouse door in Davie County, North Carolina in Mocksville, the following described property lying in Davie Coun- ty, North Carolina and more particularly described as follows: BEGINNING at an iron pipe, corner of Lot No. 1, on the East side of the street; thence North 13 degrees East 50 feet with the said street to an iron pipe, Isiah Sanders corner; thence South 68 degrees East 100 feet to an iron stake in Isiah Sanders line; thence South 13 degrees West 50 feet to the corner of Lot Number 1, thence North 68 degrees West with the line of Lot No. 1, 50 feet to an iron pipe on the East side of said street. This being Lot Number 2 of the Isiah Sanders prop- erty, as surveyed by A.L. Bowles, August 8, 1955. Together with and subject to easements, restrictions, water rights and rights of way of record, and matters of survey. Also being identified as Parcel ID# I5- 010-C0-013, Davie County Tax Office. Address: 136 Etchison Street The sale will be made subject to all ex- isting easements and restrictions, any superior liens, all outstanding city and county taxes, all local improvement as- sessments against the above-described property not included in the judgment in the above-entitled cause, any pri- or lien in favor of the State of North Carolina, any right of redemption of the United States and any rights of any persons in possession. A deposit of the greater of $750.00 or five (5) percent of the successful bid will be required at the time of sale unless the highest bid is by a taxing unit; then a deposit shall not be required. In the instance where multiple tax par- cels are indicated in this Notice, the Commissioner may elect to sell all of the parcels either in one sale, or on the sale date indicated sell each parcel individ- ually by conducting a separate sale for each, or group various parcels together for several sales, or not conduct a sale at all on one or more parcels, as the Com- missioner determines in his sole discre- tion as being most likely to sell the par- cels at a price adequate to pay all taxes due, as well as fees and costs. Any party contemplating the filing of an upset bid is therefore strongly encouraged to con- sult the Clerk of Court records to ascer- tain the parcel or parcels included in the sale for which an upset bid is planned. Upon delivery of the deed, the winning bidder shall be required to pay the costs of recordation of the deed, including deed stamp taxes due to the Register of Deeds. Title and condition of the prop- erty will be granted to the successful bid- der “as is” and without warranties. Tax Value: $7,580.00 This the 10th day of March, 2025. E. Lauren Watson Hubbard Commissioner Capital Center 82 Patton Avenue, Suite 500 Asheville, North Carolina 28801 (828) 252-8010 Publish: Davie Enterprise 3/27, 4/3, 2025 No. 1966656 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS FOR THE FOLLOWING ZONING AMENDMENTS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, pur- suant to the requirements of Chapter 160D-602 of the General Statutes of North Carolina and Section 155.251 of the Davie County Code of Ordinances, that the Davie County Board of Com- missioners will hold a Public Hearing in the Commissioners Meeting Room in the Administration Building located at 123 S. Main Street, Mocksville, NC on April 7, 2025 at 7:00pm to hear the following request: Text Amendment TEXT-25-2 –The Planning Board will review and revise Chapter 154: Subdivision Regulations and Chapter 155: Zoning Code of Or- dinance. The public is invited to attend the hear- ing at which time there will be an oppor- tunity to be heard in favor of, or in oppo- sition to, the above items. As a result of the public hearing, substantial changes might be made in the advertised pro- posal, reflecting objections, debate and discussion at the hearing. Additional information is available at the Develop- ment & Facilities Services Department on weekdays between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. or by telephone at (336) 753-6050. Johnny Easter Planning Department Publish: Davie Enterprise 3/27, 4/3, 2025 Public Notices No. 1958256 NORTH CAROLINA DAVIE COUNTY NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Executor for the Es- tate of Sarah Phoebe Lakey, late of Davie County, NC, this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against the said decedent to exhibit them to the undersigned on or before June 6, 2025. This notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms and corporations indebted to said estate are notified to make immediate payment. Today’s date 03/06/2025. Mark Fuller, PO Box 317 (824 Butler Mill Road), Harmony NC 28634, as Executor of the Estate of Sarah Phoebe Lakey, deceased, File #25E000085. Publish: Davie Enterprise 3/6, 3/13, 3/20, 3/27, 2025 No. 1967700 STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF DAVIE IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE DISTRICT COURT DIVISION 24 CvD 205 NOTICE OF SALE DAVIE COUNTY, A Body Politic and Corporate Plaintiff vs. DIETRA ELAINE DULIN, UN- KNOWN SPOUSE OF DIETRA ELAINE DULIN, LISA R. DULIN, UN- KNOWN SPOUSE OF LISA R. DULIN, ADRIAN D. HUDSON, a/k/a ADRAIN D. HUDSON, UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF ADRIAN D. HUDSON, SHARAZ- AD SARSOUR, UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF SHARAZAD SARSOUR, THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATE- HOLDERS OF THE CWABS, INC., AS- SET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-3, Lienholder, FIRST NLC FI- NANCIAL SERVICES, LLC, Lienholder Defendants Under and by virtue of an order of the District Court of Davie County, North Carolina, made and entered in the ac- tion entitled DAVIE COUNTY, A Body Politic and Corporate Plaintiff vs. DI- ETRA ELAINE DULIN, UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF DIETRA ELAINE DULIN, LISA R. DULIN, UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF LISA R. DULIN, ADRIAN D. HUD- SON, a/k/a ADRAIN D. HUDSON, UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF ADRIAN D. HUDSON, SHARAZAD SARSOUR, UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF SHARAZ- AD SARSOUR, THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF THE CWABS, INC., ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-3, Lien- holder, FIRST NLC FINANCIAL SER- VICES, LLC, Lienholder, Defendants, the undersigned commissioner will on April 10, 2025 at 11:00 AM offer for sale and sell for cash, to the last and highest bidder at public auction, at the court- house door in Davie County, North Carolina in Mocksville, the following described property lying in Davie Coun- ty, North Carolina and more particularly described as follows: Being all of that parcel denoted in the Davie County Tax Administration sys- tem as bearing tax parcel I5-160-B0-026, and being surrounded and bounded by the following: On the North by Parcel I5-160-B0-025, On the East by Railroad St., On the South by Foster St., And on the West by Foster St., For further reference, see also the deeds recorded in Book 77, Page 445, and Book 156, Page 587. Together with and subject to easements, restrictions, water rights and rights of way of record, and matters of survey. Also being identified as Parcel ID# I5- 160-B0-026, Davie County Tax Office. Address: Foster Street The sale will be made subject to all ex- isting easements and restrictions, any superior liens, all outstanding city and county taxes, all local improvement as- sessments against the above-described property not included in the judgment in the above-entitled cause, any pri- or lien in favor of the State of North Carolina, any right of redemption of the United States and any rights of any persons in possession. A deposit of the greater of $750.00 or five (5) percent of the successful bid will be required at the time of sale unless the highest bid is by a taxing unit; then a deposit shall not be required. In the instance where multiple tax par- cels are indicated in this Notice, the Commissioner may elect to sell all of the parcels either in one sale, or on the sale date indicated sell each parcel individ- ually by conducting a separate sale for each, or group various parcels together for several sales, or not conduct a sale at all on one or more parcels, as the Com- missioner determines in his sole discre- tion as being most likely to sell the par- cels at a price adequate to pay all taxes due, as well as fees and costs. Any party contemplating the filing of an upset bid is therefore strongly encouraged to con- sult the Clerk of Court records to ascer- tain the parcel or parcels included in the sale for which an upset bid is planned. Upon delivery of the deed, the winning bidder shall be required to pay the costs of recordation of the deed, including deed stamp taxes due to the Register of Deeds. Title and condition of the prop- erty will be granted to the successful bid- der “as is” and without warranties. Tax Value: $18,000.00 This the 10th day of March, 2025 E. Lauren Watson Hubbard Commissioner Capital Center 82 Patton Avenue, Suite 500 Asheville, North Carolina 28801 (828) 252-8010 Publish: Clemmons Courier 3/27, 4/3, 2025 Public Notices No. 1963238NORTH CAROLINADAVIE COUNTYNOTICE TO CREDITORSHAVING QUALIFIED as Executor of the Estate of Peggy Ann Beck Whittaker late of Davie County, this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against said Estate to present written claim to the undersigned on or before June 27, 2025, (being three [3] months from the first day of publica- tion of this notice) or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All per- sons, firms and corporations indebted to said Estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This the 13th day of March, 2025. Personal Representative: Mitchell Lee Whittaker 210 Beechwood Drive Mocksville, NC 27028 Martin Van Hoy & Raisbeck, LLP Ten Court Square Mocksville, NC 27028 Attorneys for the Decedent Publish: Davie Enterprise 3/27, 4/3, 4/10, 4/17, 2025 No.1967699 STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF DAVIE IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE DISTRICT COURT DIVISION 24 CvD 288 NOTICE OF SALE DAVIE COUNTY, A Body Politic and Corporate Plaintiff vs. UNKNOWN HEIRS AT LAW OF RUTH BERNICE BENFIELD HOPE, a/k/a RUTH B. HOPE, JUDITH H. RIGGS, JAMES F. MAYHLE, UN- KNOWN SPOUSE OF JAMES F. MAYHLE, DARLA J. MAYHLE, a/k/a DARLA JEAN NUZUM, UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF DARLA J. MAYHLE Defendants Under and by virtue of an order of the District Court of Davie County, North Carolina, made and entered in the ac- tion entitled DAVIE COUNTY, A Body Politic and Corporate Plaintiff vs. UN- KNOWN HEIRS AT LAW OF RUTH BERNICE BENFIELD HOPE, a/k/a RUTH B. HOPE, JUDITH H. RIGGS, JAMES F. MAYHLE, UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF JAMES F. MAYHLE, DAR- LA J. MAYHLE, a/k/a DARLA JEAN NUZUM, UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF DARLA J. MAYHLE, Defendants, the undersigned commissioner will on April 10, 2025 at 11:00 AM offer for sale and sell for cash, to the last and highest bid- der at public auction, at the courthouse door in Davie County, North Carolina in Mocksville, the following described property lying in Davie County, North Carolina and more particularly de- scribed as follows: TRACT I: BEING ALL OF LOT NO. ONE HUN- DRED FORTY-SIX (146) of “OAK- LAND HEIGHTS” Subdivision, as the same is platted, planned and recorded in Plat Book 4, at page 151, Davie County Registry. Subject to easements, restrictions and rights of way of record, and matters of survey. Also being identified as Parcel Number I1-120-A0-047, Davie County Tax Of- fice. Address: (I1-120-A0-047) Oak Tree Drive TRACT II: BEING ALL OF LOT NO. ONE HUN- DRED FORTY-SEVEN (147) of “OAK- LAND HEIGHTS” Subdivision, as the same is platted, planned and recorded in Plat Book 4, at page 151, Davie County Registry, with the northern boundary line of Lot 147 being in common with the southern boundary line of Lot 87, as shown on Plat Book 4, Page 122, Davie County Registry. Subject to easements, restrictions and rights of way of record, and matters of survey. Also being identified as Parcel Number I1-120-A0-048, Davie County Tax Of- fice. Address: 114 Oak Tree Drive The sale will be made subject to all ex- isting easements and restrictions, any superior liens, all outstanding city and county taxes, all local improvement as- sessments against the above-described property not included in the judgment in the above-entitled cause, any pri- or lien in favor of the State of North Carolina, any right of redemption of the United States and any rights of any persons in possession. A deposit of the greater of $750.00 or five (5) percent of the successful bid will be required at the time of sale unless the highest bid is by a taxing unit; then a deposit shall not be required. In the instance where multiple tax par- cels are indicated in this Notice, the Commissioner may elect to sell all of the parcels either in one sale, or on the sale date indicated sell each parcel individ- ually by conducting a separate sale for each, or group various parcels together for several sales, or not conduct a sale at all on one or more parcels, as the Com- missioner determines in his sole discre- tion as being most likely to sell the par- cels at a price adequate to pay all taxes due, as well as fees and costs. Any party contemplating the filing of an upset bid is therefore strongly encouraged to con- sult the Clerk of Court records to ascer- tain the parcel or parcels included in the sale for which an upset bid is planned. Upon delivery of the deed, the winning bidder shall be required to pay the costs of recordation of the deed, including deed stamp taxes due to the Register of Deeds. Title and condition of the prop- erty will be granted to the successful bid- der “as is” and without warranties. Tax Value: $45,490.00 This the 10th day of March, 2025 E. Lauren Watson Hubbard Commissioner Capital Center 82 Patton Avenue, Suite 500 Asheville, NC 28801 (828) 252-8010 Publish: Davie Enterprise 3/27, 4/3, 2025 No. 1958256 NORTH CAROLINA DAVIE COUNTY NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Executor for the Es- tate of Sarah Phoebe Lakey, late of Davie County, NC, this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against the said decedent to exhibit them to the undersigned on or before June 6, 2025. This notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms and corporations indebted to said estate are notified to make immediate payment. Today’s date 03/06/2025. Mark Fuller, PO Box 317 (824 Butler Mill Road), Harmony NC 28634, as Executor of the Estate of Sarah Phoebe Lakey, deceased, File #25E000085. Publish: Davie Enterprise 3/6, 3/13, 3/20, 3/27, 2025 Public Notices No. 1963933 NORTH CAROLINA DAVIE COUNTY NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Executor for the Es- tate of Donald Eugene Gordon, late of Davie County, NC, this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations hav- ing claims against the said decedent to exhibit them to the undersigned on or before June 20, 2025. This notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All per- sons, firms and corporations indebted to said estate are notified to make immedi- ate payment. Today’s date 03/20/2025. Phillip David Gordon, 273 Kingsmill Drive, Advance NC 27006, as Executor of the Estate of Donald Eugene Gordon, deceased, File #25E000099. Publish: Davie Enterprise 3/20, 3/27, 4/3, 4/10, 2025 No. 1967702 STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF DAVIE IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE DISTRICT COURT DIVISION 24 CvD 102 NOTICE OF SALE DAVIE COUNTY, A Body Politic and Corporate Plaintiff vs. KRISTOPHER HOOTS, a/k/a KRIS- TOPHER ROBIN HOOTS, a/k/a KRIS HOOTS, UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF KRISTOPHER HOOTS, SPARROW ENTERPRISE INC., Lienholder, NA- THANIEL A. GEIPEL, Lienholder, TRACIE L. DAVIS, Lienholder, TIT- ANYA ASHLEY GEIPEL, Lienholder, a/k/a TANYA ASHLEY GEIPEL, TARA IRIS DAVIS, Lienholder, a/k/a TARA I. GEIPEL, TAYLOR LORA JAYNE LAY- DON, Lienholder, X1 COMMUNICA- TIONS INC., Lienholder Defendants Under and by virtue of an order of the District Court of Davie County, North Carolina, made and entered in the ac- tion entitled DAVIE COUNTY, A Body Politic and Corporate Plaintiff vs. KRIS- TOPHER HOOTS, a/k/a KRISTOPHER ROBIN HOOTS, a/k/a KRIS HOOTS, UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF KRISTO- PHER HOOTS, SPARROW ENTER- PRISE INC., Lienholder, NATHANIEL A. GEIPEL, Lienholder, TRACIE L. DAVIS, Lienholder, TITANYA ASH- LEY GEIPEL, Lienholder, a/k/a TANYA ASHLEY GEIPEL, TARA IRIS DAVIS, Lienholder, a/k/a TARA I. GEIPEL, TAYLOR LORA JAYNE LAYDON, Lienholder, X1 COMMUNICATIONS INC., Lienholder, Defendants, the un- dersigned commissioner will on April 10, 2025 at 11:00 AM offer for sale and sell for cash, to the last and highest bid- der at public auction, at the courthouse door in Davie County, North Carolina in Mocksville, the following described property lying in Davie County, North Carolina and more particularly de- scribed as follows: BEING NEW LOT ‘1B’1 as shown on a plat recorded in Plat Book 12, Page 53, Davie County Registry, to which refer- ence is made for a more perfect descrip- tion. Together with and subject to easements, restrictions, water rights and rights of way of record, and matters of survey. Also being identified as Parcel ID# H70000005004, Davie County Tax Of- fice. Address: 173 Wildwood Ln The sale will be made subject to all ex- isting easements and restrictions, any superior liens, all outstanding city and county taxes, all local improvement as- sessments against the above-described property not included in the judgment in the above-entitled cause, any pri- or lien in favor of the State of North Carolina, any right of redemption of the United States and any rights of any persons in possession. A deposit of the greater of $750.00 or five (5) percent of the successful bid will be required at the time of sale unless the highest bid is by a taxing unit; then a deposit shall not be required. In the instance where multiple tax par- cels are indicated in this Notice, the Commissioner may elect to sell all of the parcels either in one sale, or on the sale date indicated sell each parcel individ- ually by conducting a separate sale for each, or group various parcels together for several sales, or not conduct a sale at all on one or more parcels, as the Com- missioner determines in his sole discre- tion as being most likely to sell the par- cels at a price adequate to pay all taxes due, as well as fees and costs. Any party contemplating the filing of an upset bid is therefore strongly encouraged to con- sult the Clerk of Court records to ascer- tain the parcel or parcels included in the sale for which an upset bid is planned. Upon delivery of the deed, the winning bidder shall be required to pay the costs of recordation of the deed, including deed stamp taxes due to the Register of Deeds. Title and condition of the prop- erty will be granted to the successful bid- der “as is” and without warranties. Tax Value: $25,950.00 This the 10th day of March, 2025. E. Lauren Watson Hubbard Commissioner Capital Center 82 Patton Avenue, Suite 500 Asheville, North Carolina 28801 (828) 252-8010 Publish: Davie Enterprise 3/27, 4/3, 2025 No. 1963238 NORTH CAROLINA DAVIE COUNTY NOTICE TO CREDITORS HAVING QUALIFIED as Executor of the Estate of Peggy Ann Beck Whittaker late of Davie County, this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against said Estate to present written claim to the undersigned on or before June 27, 2025, (being three [3] months from the first day of publica- tion of this notice) or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All per- sons, firms and corporations indebted to said Estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This the 13th day of March, 2025. Personal Representative: Mitchell Lee Whittaker 210 Beechwood Drive Mocksville, NC 27028 Martin Van Hoy & Raisbeck, LLP Ten Court Square Mocksville, NC 27028 Attorneys for the Decedent Publish: Davie Enterprise 3/27, 4/3, 4/10, 4/17, 2025 B10 - DAVIE COUNTY ENTERPRISE RECORD, Thursday, March 27, 2025 Sheffield-Calahaln County Line Even with the strong winds, folks enjoy eating and socializing at New Union’s Hotdog Saturday. These men keep an eye on the grills; while at right, Tim Keller enjoys talking with volunteers as his order is filled. Volunteers are ready to prepare hotdogs to order; while Harper and Hunter Dyson talk with Steve and Vickty Wallace. Cooler temperatures and high winds didn’t stop the monthly fundraiser at New Union Church. By Brenda ThompsonSheffield-CalahalnCorrespondent Birthday wishes to: Ger-aldine Lambert on March 29; Madison Drye and Kim Gunt-er on March 30; JD Powell and Betty Beck on March 31; Josh Atkins on April 1; Lynn Sherrill on April 2; and Me-lissa Spry on April 3. If you would like a birthday or an-niversary listed, let me know.The Rev. Benjamin Mc-Dowell and family, mis-sionaries to Armenia, will be at Community Covenant Church this Sunday at 6 p.m. Everyone is invited to hear their music and vision.Worship service and Ju-nior church class for children is held each Sunday at 10:45 a.m. at Community Cove-nant. Evangelistic service is on Sundays at 6 p.m. and Prayer meeting and Bible study is Wednesdays at 7 p.m. Bingo will be held Friday, April 4 at the Sheffield-Cala-haln Community Center. Doors open at 6 p,m, for concessions and bingo starts at 7. There will be 20 games of bingo, a 50/50 drawing, a grand prize drawing and sev-eral cakewalks. Bingo cards are $5 each. Concessions consists of hotdogs, chips, drinks and desserts and is donation only. We are very excited to welcome everyone back to a great night of bingo, great food and fellowship.A time of prayer is held at Liberty Wesleyan Church each Sunday at 9:30 a.m., fol-lowed by Sunday School at 10 and Worship at 11. Choir practice is Wednesdays at 7 pm. Hotdog Saturday at New Union was a huge success even with the strong winds. We thank everyone for their support and friendship. Our next fundraiser will be April 26. We look forward to see-ing everyone then. It was so good seeing several of my dear friends and family that I haven’t seen lately. I wish I’d had more time to socialize, but hopefully next month the weather will be warm and it won’t be as windy. The love and support the community shows New Union is over-whelming. Thanks again for being a part of our first Hot-dog Saturday for 2025.New Union welcomes ev- eryone to Sunday School at 9 a.m. and worship service at 10. The Kids and Youth min-istry is each Wednesday eve-ning from 6:30-7:30.Sunday School at Ijames Baptist Church is a 9:30 a.m., followed by the worship service at 10:30. Children’s Choir practice is at 4:30 p.m. on Sundays and TeamKIDS, Youth and the Adult Bible Study will meet at 5 p.m. each Sunday. A Men’s Bible Study is Wednesdays at 7 p.m. All men are welcome. Ijames recently sent a special offering to Western NC to aid in building bridges. This is the last week of collecting for the Annie Armstrong Easter Offering for North American missions.Center Fire Department is looking for volunteers. If in-terested in being a volunteer firefighter, stop by the station at 2265 US 64 W. any Thurs-day night at 7 or call 336-492-7649.The 1st Center Methodist Car Show will be Saturday, April 12 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at Center Methodist Church at 1857 US 64 W., Mocks-ville. Prizes will be awarded. There is a $20 per vehicle entry fee. Cars, trucks and antique tractors are welcome. Food and drinks will be avail-able. For more information, call 336-909-8228. Proceeds go to Center Methodist Men’s mission projects. Pastor Jesse Teal invites everyone to Center Methodist for a breakfast fundraiser the third Saturday of each month from 7-10 a.m. It is a great time of fellowship. Wesley Chapel UMC in- vites everyone to their break-fast fundraiser on the third Saturday of each month. Call Kathy at 336-830-5123 for more information. ThJam sessions are held each week on Mondays at Eddie’s Place in Cool Springs from 6:30 – 9:30 pm. Prayer requests contin-ue for Bryan Swain, Hazel Smoot, Tim Keller, Junior Dunn, Tammy Keller, Charles England, Lincoln Dyson, Chester Reeves, Yvonne Ijames, Bonnie Gunter, Ed Livengood, Geraldine Lam- bert, Betty Beck, Sue Gobble, Paul Beck, Juanita Keaton, Emily Brown, Mary Teague, Eddie Porter, Janie Wil-liams, Maria Knight, Violet Coursey, Clyde Jordan, Jack Seaford, Sue Seaford, Fred Beck, Michele Dyson, Hilda Keaton, Jenny Ely, Sandra Dyson, Bob Ellis, Terry Dys-on and Jimmy Thompson. Our condolences to the Libby Merrell family.Submit news to brfbai-ley@msn.com, message on Facebook or call 336-837-8122 no later than Friday. By Shirley ThorneCounty Line Correspondent County Liners are enjoy-ing the above freezing temps during the day and night. Many folks are preparing gar-dens and yards for the grow-ing season. Our community also has some delicious eat-ing for your enjoyment this weekend. Saturday, March 29, there will be a ham and sausage breakfast fundraiser from 6-10 a.m. in the fellowship hall of Clarksbury Methodist Church, eat in or take out. Donations will be accepted. All proceeds will benefit the Clarksburg Building Team and its projects. Piney Grove AME Zion Church will have a "Pastor Appreciation" dinner at 1 p.m. Saturday in the church fellowship hall. The theme of the dinner is "Western Dress Up for Jesus."As part of "Pastor Appre-ciation," Minister Thomas Chambers of Mt. Carmel Ap-ostolic Church of Hampton-ville will be the guest speaker at the 11 a.m. worship service Sunday, March 30, at Piney Grove. Church members in-vite everyone to join them for these special services.Calvary Baptist Church will have a special singing featuring Eddie and Pat St. Claire of Rutherford County at the 11 a.m. worship service this Sunday. Eddie is a music director and has a prison min-istry. There will be a dinner in the fellowship hall following the service. Church members invite everyone to join them for this special time of wor-ship and fellowship.larksbury Methodist Church will have a "Song and Praise" service this Sunday at 10 a.m. Everyone is invited.The V-Point Ruritan coun-try breakfast will be from 7-10 a.m. Saturday, April 5,.Margie Millsaps Cartner celebrated her 92nd birth-day yesterday (Wednesday). Today Margie continues to enjoy the comfort of her home and the fellowship of her friends at Clarksbury Methodist. Margie, all of us in County Line send happy birthday wishes and wish you a healthy and successful new year of life.Our community extends sympathy to the family of Joyce Mullis Trivette, who died at home Thursday of last week. She was born in Ired-ell County in 1942 and was reared on Tabor Road in Ired-ell. She and her husband J.P. made their home in Harmony. She was active in the Clarks-bury ECA, Woodmen of the World 999, and Matthew 25. A graveside service was held Sunday afternoon at the Har-mony Cemetery.Joyce's ECA contributions to our community news were greatly appreciated.Donnie Keller has im- proved and was transferred for rehab to the Sticht Center of Wake Forest Baptist Med-ical Center last Friday. He still needs a skin graft in 7-14 days depending upon healing status. Caleb Williams continues Missionaries to Armenia to speak at local church It’s pastor appreciation weekend at Piney Grove to go to Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center for regular blood checks and to Duke University Medical Center for scans as needed.Join us in prayer for the Lord's divine healing and blessings upon Donnie, Ca- leb, and other residents who are having health problems. Pray for the Lord's blessings and support upon the family of Joyce as they deeply miss her in life. Continue to pray for the many residents who have the flu and respiratory viruses. Continue to remem-ber in prayer the victims of the flooding of Hurricane He-lene in our mountains.For news and memories to share, please call or text Shir-ley on 336-492-5115 or email sdtlink@hotmail.com. A covered dish meal and gospel singing featuring The Fairfield Bluegrass Band will be held Sun- day at Hardison Church, 1630 Jericho Church Road, Mocksville. Bring your favorite covered dish for the 5 p.m. meal, then stay for the music starting at 5:45. An offering will be taken for the band. Dinner and music Sunday at Hardison Three Generations Keeping Us Comfortable Coiffing Continues with Mother/Son Exceptional Calling for Farm Family Father/Son Ticking Along Maintenance Men Embrace Her Advice and more inside! Family Traditions 2025Our Davie Positive Growth in Davie County —— Special Publication of the Davie County Enterprise Record —— Our Davie 2025 Page 2 Davie County Enterprise Record NOW HIRING Join Our Team! WE HAVE EXPANDED! Avgol – Mocksville, NC facility Maintenance Technicians, Packers, Slitter Operators, Lab Technicians, Machine Operators, Forklift Operators Visit indeed.com or contact us: 336-936-2500 Our Davie 2025 Page 3 Davie County Enterprise Record Attorneys Tammy Fleming & Brian Williams offer legal services in practice areas focused in: • Real Estate • Elder Law • Estate Planning • Estate Administration • Personal Injury 284 South Main Street Mocksville 336-477-2529 FlemingandWilliamsLaw.com Thank you Davie County for Choosing Us! Koontz Law 336-751-6235 Koontz In Your Corner "You will feel better when you have," Family Traditions Don’t feel slighted.Deciding to print articles about fam-ily traditions when it comes to working seemed like a great idea.That was until we started calling folks for articles. There are a lot of family tra-ditions in the workplace in Davie County. And all are just as important as those featured in this section. Remember that.But we hope you enjoy these ac-counts.We’ve got Jim McBride, who still goes to work at Davie Jewelers, along with son Barry and daughter-in-law Bar-bara. And even at that age, he’s still an expert at taking apart watches to make repairs on tiny parts.And there’s Mickel Barnette, who at age 85 leaves more of the crawling un-der houses to the younger workers, like his grandson Brock, but still goes out on calls. His son Greg works at the family business, as well, Barnette Heating & A/C. In Advance, there’s never a dull mo-ment at Gemini Hair and Nail Fashions. Owner Kae Stockton sees to that. And who would have thought that son Alex would be taking over her hair empire.Jeremy Whitaker grew up learning the plumbing business from his father, Mike. Now, he’s the director of the Da-vie County Schools Maintenance De-partment where his father once worked. His mother worked for the schools, too. So does his wife.Along the way, meet Crystal Shoff-ner and K’lea Parks, a mother/duo who have found a second home in Davie County Schools; and Jennifer and Lind-sey Custer, who both have an affinity for farming and helping exceptional chil-dren.You see, family traditions are all around us. They’re what makes Davie County. So remember, if you’re a parent, someone is watching.- Mike Barnhardt Our Davie 2025 Page 4 Davie County Enterprise Record #WeAreDavie Stay Up-to-Date on What is Happening with YOUR Davie County Government Your local government is focused on keeping you informed. In addition to the main Davie County Government social media pages, many departments who provide direct services to residents maintain active pages where they share factual information. We encourage you to follow these pages so that you can see some of their accomplishments, but also get credible information put together by department leaders. To find department pages on social media, enter the department names below in your social media search bar. All pages below can be found on Facebook unless otherwise noted. • Davie Center for Violence Prevention — Facebook • Davie County Animal Shelter — Facebook • Davie County Emergency Services — Facebook • Davie County Fire Marshal Office/Emergency Management — Facebook • Davie County Health & Human Services — Facebook • Davie County Public Library Facebook | Instagram | Twitter • Davie County Recreation & Parks Facebook | Instagram • Davie County Register of Deeds Office — Facebook • Davie County Senior Services — Facebook • Davie County Sheriff’s Office — Facebook • Davie County 911 Communications — Twitter • Davie County Cooperative Extension — Facebook • Davie County 4H — Facebook DAVIE COUNTY GOVERNMENT IS HIRING Consider a career right here in Davie County! Offering competitive benefits, a friendly work environment and the opportunity to work in your community, we invite you to visit DavieCountyNC.gov and click on the green hiring banner at the top of the web page. 123 S. Main Street | Mocksville, NC 27028 | 336-753-6001 | DavieCountyNC.gov THANK YOU DAVIE COUNTY — We are Moving with Purpose ... FOR YOU! Davie County stands ready to usher in new beginnings for the residents of our community. As we focus on services that provide for all of Davie County, we are a county that is committed to YOU! FOR Summer is just around the corner, and there’s always something for everyone in Davie County! Families with children should keep an eye out for updates from the Davie County Public Library on their exciting Summer Reading Program, as well as Davie County Cooperative Extension/4-H, which offers a variety of educational and fun summer camps for local youth. Plus, Davie County Recreation and Parks team will soon be announcing their highly anticipated Summer Concert Series and a lineup of summer programs for all ages to enjoy. Stay connected and don’t miss a thing — be sure to follow all of them on social media for the latest updates! Stay Up-to-Date with the Davie County App! The Davie County Government mobile app is designed to improve communication and provide residents with instant access to county news and resources. The app serves as a centralized platform for residents to stay informed about important updates, upcoming events, service interruptions, employment opportunities, and other essential county information. With just a few taps, users can access the latest news, browse event calendars, and quickly link to critical services and resources on the county’s official website. Push notifications will also enable users to receive instant alerts for emergency updates and time-sensitive information. Residents are encouraged to download the app today by searching for DavieCoApp in the Apple App Store or Google Play Store. For additional information visit DavieCountyNC.gov/1235/DavieCoApp. Summer FUN is on the Way! Our Davie 2025 Page 5 Davie County Enterprise Record Some information about Davie County Population 44,599 Mocksville Population 6,220 Bermuda Run Population 3,274 Cooleemee Population 984 Urban 29.7% Rural 70.3% Median Age 45 Residents Over Age 65 20.2% Residents Age 0-19 23.5% Median Income $38,620 Unemployment Rate 3% Poverty Rate 9.9% Work In Another County 53.3% Residents With Obesity 34% Residents With High Cholesterol 32% Residents With High Blood Pressure 30% Residents With Mental Health Issues 18% Sources: US Census, CDC (Some numbers are estimates, years range from present to 2023) Our Davie 2025 Page 6 Davie County Enterprise Record By Mike BarnhardtEnterprise Record Mickel Barnette had a pickup truck and a tool box.And all-of-a-sudden he was in the heating and air business.The year was 1974, and the Mocks-ville native had been working in a saw-mill, but the lumber business was in a recession. He worked some for Lester Boger, then went into the heating and air business for himself. Barnette Heating & A/C was born.Now at age 85, he still goes to work just about every day. Now, he’s joined by son Greg Barnette and grandson Broc Barnette - the second and third genera-tion to call Barnette Heating & A/C their workplace.The early years were tough. He bor-rowed equipment, but the jobs were scarce. When he got a contract for a heating unit at Center Methodist Church, Mickel said he knew he could make a go of it. By the way, that unit is still in use.The business has had ups and downs over the years, Mickel said, one of the more frustrating parts of the job. Another was billing. Mickel enjoyed working on job sites, office work not so much.Officially, he’s a consultant now, but Mickel regularly makes house calls to check on systems.Greg Barnette grew up in the busi-ness. And he was determined to forge his path elsewhere. Crawling under a house Keeping us comfy 3 generations of Barnettes enjoy working with Davie families Mickel Barnette still uses the metal fabrication machine he first used in the 1970s. - Photo by Mike Barnhardt Please See Barnette - Page 8 Our Davie 2025 Page 7 Davie County Enterprise Record ignitedavie.com THANK YOU to the individuals, companies, and Employers of Choice who have Invested in our Kids! Together we met the $3 Million endowment goal! Special thanks to Representative Julia Howard for securing a $500,000 Grant to put us over the top! IGNITE DAVIE has invested $323,239 in 342 students with an 85% completion rate through Fall 2023 Semester. Students have earned 131 Certificates, Diplomas, and Degrees! Now that it’s endowed, IGNITE DAVIE College Promise will serve Davie County children for generations to come! IGNITE the Future! INVEST IN OUR KIDS! Five Graduating Classes have already taken advantage of the IGNITE DAVIE College Promise. Visit ignitedavie.com to check out our New Look and Website! CONTACT INFORMATION 135 S. Salisbury Street, Suite 200 Mocksville, NC 27028 336-753-6670 There is still time to be a part of the 6th Class! The Fall 2025 Application Deadlineis June 1st! Apply Online: IGNITEDAVIE.com Our Davie 2025 Page 8 Davie County Enterprise Record Continued From Page 6 on your back in 20º weather wasn’t his cup of tea, so he decided a college de-gree was in order. After all, it was an on-the-job injury in high school that cost him a season of football.That football career didn’t fade away, though. He played at Appalachian State, and earned a degree in business manage-ment. He went to work in the trucking industry. And he was stuck in an office. All day.After a few years of that, his father called and asked him if he could help out some, as he tried to find new workers.“I started helping again and thought, you know, I should go and get my li-cense,” Greg said. “The trucking indus-try sucked because of so many hours in the office. I’m not good at being in one place all day.”Greg’s son, Broc, knew from the start he wanted to be a part of the business.“Since I was 5 years old, I went on calls with pawpaw,” Broc said. He was on the job straight out of high school. “I’m learning the business more to see where the future takes me.”Barnette Heating & Air specializes in single family home and light commer-cial sites, offering service to all types of units. Maintenance agreements are be-coming more popular, and Barnette of-fers that as well. Technicians are on call 24/7, just leave a message when calling (336-751-1908).“I do all of the estimates,” Greg said. “I like meeting and talking to people and figuring out how we can help them. We don’t try to sell you a new unit every time. We’re coming out to fix a prob-lem you might have. We’re not going to sell you something just to make a bigger profit.”It’s that personal service that makes Barnette’s special, Greg said. They try to keep most of their jobs inside Davie County. They service all brands, and of-fer American Standard and Ruud units, and are a licensed dealer for Mitsubishi ductless heating and air systems.They keep parts on all trucks, so re-pairs can be made quickly, Greg said, noting that there are still a lot of oil-burn-ing furnaces in Davie County.Whatever your need, don’t be sur-prised if someone with the last name Barnette comes out. After all, they’re a third of the work force. Barnette ... Broc Barnette gives some direction to the crew at Barnette Heating & A/C on US 601 South in Mocksville. Greg’s sons - Marshall, Brock and Bristol - are proud of their work after using tiny shovels and Tonka trucks to help dig out a crawl space under a house. Our Davie 2025 Page 9 Davie County Enterprise Record 325 N. Main Street • Mocksville, NC 27028336-751-2148 www.eatonfuneralservice.com From left to right, Varnie Boyd, Ray Bullins, Benita Finney, Nick Miller, Lanie Wall, Dixie Miller, Josh Craver, Nolan Johnson Family to Family... Generation to Generation Eaton Funeral Service Founder: N. Wayne Eaton 325 N. Main Street Mocksville, NC 27028 336-751-2148 eatonfuneralservice.com Pre-arrangements Cremation Services Monument Services Serving Davie County and Surrounding Communities Family owned and operated since 1951 Genuine care with dignity, respect and compassion From left to right, Varnie Boyd, Ray Bullins, Benita Finney, Nick Miller, Lanie Wall, Dixie Miller, Josh Craver, Nolan Johnson Family to Family... Generation to Generation Eaton Funeral Service Founder: N. Wayne Eaton 325 N. Main Street Mocksville, NC 27028 336-751-2148 eatonfuneralservice.com Pre-arrangements Cremation Services Monument Services Serving Davie County and Surrounding Communities Family owned and operated since 1951 Genuine care with dignity, respect and compassion Serving Local Families for Over 70 Years Family owned and operated since 1951Advanced Funeral Planning Advanced funeral planning saves you money, gives you control, and helps relieve a difficult burden from your loved ones. Payment plans can be set up around any budget and you are never denied a plan based on health. Our Davie 2025 Page 10 Davie County Enterprise Record By Mike BarnhardtEnterprise Record There’s no place like home.For Kae and Alex Stockton, that “home” is where the mother and son live and work - land that has been in the fam-ily for generations.There’s no doubt that Samuel and Sarah Bailey Jr. had no idea that the plantation they purchased in 1775 to raise crops and animals would one day house Gemini Hair and Nail Fashions.But it does.Kae Stockton knew by the early 1960s that she wanted to be a hairdresser.“I had a passion for it,” she said. It helped that an aunt and uncle owned a shop in Lexington, where she would sometimes “hang out” as a child. “I loved the smell of perms,” Kae said.She earned her license in 1963 from National Academy in Winston- Salem, and she quickly became known as one of the best hairdressers around.“I used to compete in hair shows. They sent me all over. I just loved to de-sign hair.”She was working in Winston-Salem and had a solid clientele when Alex was born. Kae decided she wanted to come back home.So she opened Gemini in an old building on the family property on NC 801 South.“I started by myself and I was scared to death,” Kae said. “I borrowed $10,000 and we moved out here.” Hair this! At Gemini salon in Advance, it’s a fun family atmosphere Please See Gemini - Page 12Kae Stockton and son Alex at Gemini Hair and Nail Fashions in Advance. - Photo by Mike Barnhardt Our Davie 2025 Page 11 Davie County Enterprise Record 336-751-HELP 24 HOUR CRISIS LINE OUR SERVICES INCLUDE: Y Elder Abuse Information Y 24-Hour Crisis Line Y Assistance Filing Protective Orders Y Crisis Counseling Y Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Information Y Emergency Shelter Assistance Y Support Groups #enddomesticviolence Kae and Alex Stockton - back in the day, above - and below at their salon off NC 801 South in Advance. The business and their homes are on land that has been in Kae’s family since the mid-1700s. Our Davie 2025 Page 12 Davie County Enterprise Record Over the next 10 years, $580 million will pass through inheritance... Leave just 5% of your estate to a Davie Community Foundation endowment and WATCH DAVIE THRIVE! The Davie Community Foundation has launched an innovative new initiative called 5 to Thrive, aiming to inspire residents of Davie County to leave just 5% of their estate to benefit the community. With a total estimated wealth of $15.3 billion in Davie County, this program has the potential to create a lasting impact on the future of the community! Learn more at DavieFoundation.org 107 N. Salisbury St.Mocksville, NC 336-753-6903 Continued From Page 10Her customers in Winston-Salem told her she wouldn’t make it, that it was too rural and too far away. But many of them followed her to Advance, includ-ing President Gerald Ford’s daughter in law. “Betty Ford had found me on TV and she wanted me to do Gail’s hair.”Let Kae tell you the story of the time that Betty Ford was in Winston-Salem, and was ready to fly on the Presidential helicopter to Advance to get her hair styled by Kae Stockton.It never happened. Kae was out of town.Kae quickly started adding other hair-stylists, first Shirley Markland and then Jane Jones, who has been at the shop for 39 years.Gemini has spots for 10 hairstylists, nine of which are occupied. Each rents a booth and sets their own hours. Kae tries to direct call ins to the stylist who best fits the caller’s needs.There’s a nail technician and esthete-tician, and products for sale. Alex came on board in 2008, and no, he doesn’t style hair. Kae was ready to relieve herself of some of the office duties required for a business with that many hairstylists, and Alex was getting tired of driving to Re-idsville for a 12-hour shift at RJR after earning a business degree from NC State Univeristy.He was cutting wood on the fami-ly land. “I got down on my knees and asked the Lord for help,” Alex said. He was now the manager at Gemini.“There is no normal here,” Alex said. The building has been added on to four times, so plumbing and electrical prob-lems are somewhat common. “The chal-lenging part is you’ve got 14 sinks and you never know when you’ll have a leak. You can’t cut hair without water.”He’s been called because water was dripping from the ceiling (Some wa-ter pipes are overhead, some under the floor.). And ask him about the time that a tampon holder almost cost the business DISCOVER DAVIE Small Town, Big Fun For upcoming events, join our newsletterby visiting DiscoverDavieCounty.com Gemini ... Please See Hair - Page 13 Our Davie 2025 Page 13 Davie County Enterprise Record Continued From Page 12more than $10,000 because of a clogged sewer line. Kae has seen the hairstyles come and go. Her favorite was the shag. Customers used to bring in Farrah Fawcett pictures The Gemini crew poses for a Christmas photograph: Kae,Grace,Rachel, Chae, Kim, Christie, Heather, Cindy, Alex, Paulette, Cindy and Jane. Hair ... and say they wanted their hair to look like that. Now, the photos are more like-ly to be of Meg Ryan.“We’re very family oriented and there’s no jealousy here,” Kae said. “That’s difficult to find in a big salon.”They’re unabashedly Christian, and Kae calls Jane Jones the shop evange-list. She tries to live by Proverbs 3, 5-6: “Trust in the Lord with all you hear and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways ssubmit to him, and he will make your paths straight.”“We tell them (stylists) to make it their home,” Kae said.“They’re always laughing and cutting up,” Alex said. “They’re big on parties.”And the customers often bring food in, not only for their particular stylist, but for everyone in the shop.Kae lives next door to Gemini. Alex lives just a bit further south on NC 801.Over the years, Kae has heard quite a few stories. After all, those in her pro-fession do more than style hair. They’re psychiatrists. They’re counselors. They’re doctors. But most of all they’re friends.What’s the craziest story a customer has ever told?“This place is like Vegas,” Alex said. “We keep it in the house.” Kae and Jane Jones (the shop’s unofficial evangelist); and Kae and Alex in front of the product shelf at Gemini. - Photos by Mike Barnhardt Our Davie 2025 Page 14 Davie County Enterprise Record By Mike BarnhardtEnterprise Record Mom knows best.Just ask Jeremy and Mike Whitaker.Joyce Whitaker had a job with Da-vie County Schools. She encouraged her husband Mike to do the same. They encouraged their son Jeremy to do the same.While Joyce and Mike are retired from the school system, Jeremy is on the job as the director of maintenance for all of the system’s buildings.Joyce was 19 when she was hired as the receptionist for the school’s central office, then located on Cherry Street. It wasn’t long before she moved to the personnel office, which she retired from after 31 years.“I talked to every employee to come into the school system,” she said. When they were hired, she did the paper work. If they got hurt, she did the paper work. When they retired, she did the paper work.“When I started working, it was like a family,” she said. While everyone had a specific task, all pitched in when there was too much for one person,” she said.Joyce says she’s talked to many teachers who left school systems that paid more money, just to work in Davie.“We’re just a better place to work. It’s Mom knows best Davie schools benefit from Whitaker family work ethic Jeremy, Joyce and Mike Whitaker are quick to tout the benefits of working for the Davie County School System. - Photo by Mike Barnhardt Please See Whitakers - Page 16 Our Davie 2025 Page 15 Davie County Enterprise Record Medicare got you asking questions? SHIIP has answers. As part of the North Carolina Department of Insurance, the Seniors’ Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP) has experts specially trained to answer your Medicare questions and to help you with other insurance issues important to seniors, such as: • selecting a Medicare prescription drug plan • comparing Medicare Advantage plans • choosing a Medicare Supplement plan • preventing Medicare billing fraud and abuse Contact: Davie County Senior Services 278 Meroney Street Mocksville, NC 27028 (336) 753-6230 Davidson-Davie Community College is excited to introduce you to local employers who need skilled workers in a variety of fields. Attend our annual job fair to explore career options in health care, business, IT, education, manufacturing, and more. Bring your résumé, your optimism, and your questions! Discover professional opportunities that can make your future successful and satisfying. THE FUTURE IS HERE. SPRING JOB FAIR For more information, please visit: davidsondavie.edu/jobfair Career Development Office careers@davidsondavie.edu 336.249.8186 ext. 6245 MEET YOUR FUTURE THURSDAY, APRIL 10, 2025 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Davidson Campus | Brinkley Gym 297 DCC Road Thomasville, NC Our Davie 2025 Page 16 Davie County Enterprise Record Continued From Page 14family oriented and people care about you. Our kids are better and our faculty is better.“It’s not all about the money,” she said, recalling one employee who com-muted from another county for 34 years to teach in Davie.“In Raleigh, they called us the best kept secret in North Carolina.”Joyce didn’t retire because she could, she retired after Jeremy was married and grandchildren arrived.While Mike was making a good liv-ing as a plumber, the job lacked bene-fits. Joyce hadn’t been working for the schools that long when the superinten-dent came by after the birth of their son.“He said, ‘Are you a plumber?’ I said yes, and him and Joyce discussed it...” and the rest is history.“I always loved this work,” Mike said. “You have something interesting to do every day. (Ask him about the inven-tion of “flushable” wipes.)” Davie County Public Library Growing with you through online and in house resources 371 N. Main St. Mocksville, N.C. 336-753-6030 daviecountync.gov/400/Public-Library Davie County Register of Deeds Office 123 S. Main St., Mocksville, NC 27028 Ph: 336-753-6080 Mon.–Fri. 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. www.DavieCountyNC.gov/ROD The Davie County Register of Deeds Office is committed to protecting and preserving records in order to secure the integrity of the documents for all time. “We strive for excellence with every recording keeping Davie County’s history accurate, easily accessible, and safe for this generation and the next.” — Kelly FunderburkDavie County Register of Deeds Here To Serve You! Our office offers many convenient services online. Visit daviecountync.gov/ROD for these online services: • Learn how to e-record documents and plats from the convenience of your own computer • Search our free records database and do research from your own home or office • Request copies of IN COUNTY vital records (birth, death, or marriage) to be processed and mailed directly to you • Begin the process of applying for a marriage license • Search birth & death records for genealogy research from your own home or office • Sign up for our free “Property Fraud Notification” system to be alerted anytime anything gets recorded in your name Or, come visit us in the office for these in-person services: • Traditional recording services • Filing Assumed Business Names • Administering Notary Public Oaths • Recording military discharge forms and signing up for our “Thank a Veteran” program • Processing out of county birth and death certificates. Come see us if you need a NC birth certificate dated 1971 – present OR a NC death certificate dated September 2022 – present. (*Additional fees apply.*) Whitakers ... Jeremy grew up helping his dad on plumbing projects, but wasn’t found of the mess that job sometimes entailed. So they encouraged him to become an elec-trician. He worked for another company before joining the school system.“I grew up with my parents working here. They encouraged me to get a job with benefits ... and this was closer to home.” His wife, Jill, is a second grade teach-er at Cooleemee Elementary, and his old-est daughter wants to become a teacher. “I have three daughters, so I work a lot.”Jeremy has been with the schools for 20 years, and “worked his way up” to be-coming the director. The department has 13 employees.“It’s a good place to work,” Jeremy said. Jeremy and Mike Whitaker look at the bulletin board at the Davie Schools’ maintenance facility, which contains images such as the one on the right of “Maintenance Mike.” Our Davie 2025 Page 17 Davie County Enterprise Record MKD-8652E-A AECSPAD 24543592 > edwardjones.com | Member SIPC Financial goals aren’t achieved overnight. Your financial goals are unique, and we want to help turn your ideal future into a reality. That’s why we’ll build personal connections throughout our relationship. Let’s start building the future today. Ken Jones, CIMA® Financial Advisor 854 Valley Rd, Ste 400 Mocksville, NC 27028 336-751-5672 Eric Haughwout Financial Advisor 854 Valley Rd, Ste 400 Mocksville, NC 27028 336-751-5672 Laurie Laucks Financial Advisor 820 Valley Rd, Ste 102 Mocksville, NC 27028 336-751-0066 Slayton R Harpe Financial Advisor 5539 U S Hwy 158, Ste 104 Bermuda Run, NC 27006 336-940-3150 Our Davie 2025 Page 18 Davie County Enterprise Record Lindsey and Jennifer Custer help make lives better for Davie’s exceptional children. - Photo by Mike Barnhardt Our Davie 2025 Page 19 Davie County Enterprise Record VISIT GODAVIE.ORG GO BACK TOSCHOOL! We need YOU to help us cultivate growing minds! Instructional Assistants School Nutrition Teachers Transportation With a great team comes the great opportunity to engage, equip, and empower this generation and the next. Join Our Team! Davie County Sheriff’s Office 336-751-6238 “Serving the Citizens of Davie County” Sheriff J.D. Hartman Like mother, like daughters Exceptional children benefitting from family’s commitment By Mike BarnhardtEnterprise Record Like mother, like daughters.Jennifer Custer was a teacher of ex-ceptional children.Both of her daughters - Abbey and Lindsey - are exceptional children teach-ers.And mom couldn’t be prouder.Abbey teaches in Onslow County, Lindsey at Davie High.It all started when Jennifer, a teen-age farm girl, got a job babysitting for Seth Grooms.“I knew after that, I wanted to be in special education,” she said.After earning a bachelor’s degree in special education from Western Caroli-na University, she came back to Davie County to teach exceptional children. She was doing just that when administra-tors encouraged her to get her master’s degree. She did just that, earning a mas-ter’s in education administration from Appalachian State University.She went on to become a principal, and is now the exceptional children’s di-rector for the school system.“I loved teaching, but I also loved be-ing a principal,” she said. “We’re all in this together.”Jennifer is proud of the Davie Schools’ positive reputation for excep-tional children learning.“I go to a lot of job fairs, and I tell them our location is ideal. Anything you want to do is close by.”Lindsey remembers going to Western Carolina, and being with other students who had special needs. “Just hanging out with them helps,” she said. “I want to help these kids see the opportunities available to them.”“Teaching is the only thing I could ever consider doing. My sister and I would play school. I thought it would be cool to help people with reading.”She hadn’t considered special educa-tion until those encounters with students at Western. She transferred to App State and earned a bachelor’s degree in special education.At Davie High, part of her job is to convince students they have to pass a class to get a diploma. She likes the col-laborative class approach used at Davie High, which she says helps all students gain a better understanding of each other.“We work on goals for every student, which forces us to communicate with the parents, which is good,” Lindsey said. “I do try to take care of my kiddos, not just in the classroom, but as people, too. I’m focused on each kid.”That was evident as several students stayed a bit late after class, just for a chance to meet her mother.“Watching her make that connection to the kids is so rewarding,” Jennifer said.Lindsey started her career in a neigh-boring county, but had no problem trans-ferring to Davie where her mother was director. After all, she had been a student at North Davie while her mother was principal with no issues.“Mom is very involved,” Lindsey Please See Custers - Page 20 Our Davie 2025 Page 20 Davie County Enterprise Record Continued From Page 19said. “People are constantly reaching out to her. She’s very approachable. But I’m glad I had the experience of starting somewhere else.“I feel like I have a purpose here. Stu-dents will say I hate math, and I have to convince them they need it to graduate. I have real conversations with them. Then they realize they need this to graduate, to get a job.”Jennifer grew up on Eaton Farm, and she and husband Brian have bought into the venture. She looks forward to retir-ing to the farm.Lindsey likes it, too. She’s renovating a house on the farm.“I love being on the farm, but educa-tion is important,” Lindsey said. 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Lindsey Custer, right, works at her desk at Davie High. - Photo by Mike Barnhardt Our Davie 2025 Page 21 Davie County Enterprise Record “He will turn the hearts of the fathers to their children and the hearts of the children to their fathers.” Malachi 4:6 Mission state Ment- House of Hope Piedmont is a Christian, non-denominational, residential home and school for hurting teenagers. Our goal is to heal the hurts of teenagers as well as their families, and to bring about family reconciliation and restoration through the truth of God’s Word and intercessory prayer. Dear Davie County Residents,We are pleased to announce that after 15 years of preparation and training we received our first resident at House of Hope Piedmont in October of 2023. House of Hope Piedmont (501c3) is a non-denominational, Christ-centered, residential home and boarding school for teenage girls, ages 13-17. The average length of stay is 12-18 months. We homeschool our residents using the Accelerated Christian Education program. We have an immediate opening for one more resident. Prior to accepting a teen into our program parents agree to attend parenting and counseling sessions as required by the HOHP program. Parents and residents meet once a week with our licensed family therapist. These sessions are vital to the healing process in broken families. To learn more about HOHP please visit our website: houseofhopepiedmont.org We neeD YoUR HeLP! Please pray for us as we are receiving calls from local residents and surrounding communities seeking help for their families. You can offer us an opportunity to come speak to your club, civic organization, or church. Also, visit our website, click on the donation tab and become a monthly donor. Your donation gives us the opportunity to minister to more families that desperately need help and hope. Or you can mail a tax deductible donation to our location: House of Hope piedmont 217 DaYsPRing WaY, MocksviLLe, nc 27028 Bob & Diana Bailey Office: 336.492.2476 • Bob: 336.486.4780 • Diana: 336.406.9163houseofhopepiedmont.org Can I make changes to my prearrangements or transfer a preneed? The answer is YES! NC law provides for a consumer to always have full control of where they place their prearranged funeral, even if it was previously placed somewhere else. If we can answer any questions, we are here for you. www.lambertfuneralhomenc.com 336-751-1100 Carl & Kim Lambert, Owners Proud to be Davie County family owned and operated. Can I make changes to my prearrangements or transfer a preneed? The answer is YES! NC law provides for a consumer to always have full control of where they place their prearranged funeral, even if it was previously placed somewhere else. If we can answer any questions, we are here for you. www.lambertfuneralhomenc.com 336-751-1100 Carl & Kim Lambert, Owners Proud to be Davie County family owned and operated. Our Davie 2025 Page 22 Davie County Enterprise Record This is the only known true portrait of Daniel Boone, by Chester Harding in 1820. A bit about Daniel Boone Davie’s most famous resident • In 1752, Daniel Boone moved here with his family from Pennsylvania at age 18 or so. • Daniel Boone’s parents and a brother are buried in Joppa Cemetery in Mocksville. • He was possibly the most famous man of his time, as an account of his adventures was published here and in Europe. • He never wore a coonskin cap (as de- picted in that above account), hence his comment that they were “ubncouth.” • He was mostly a long hunter, meaning he went on long hunts for fur to trade; but also was a surveyor, mapping routes .that would lead settlers to Kentucky. • He never killed but one Indian, or at least one that he knew of. Daniel Boone believed in avoiding conflict, and often befriended the natives. • Although not educated, he was not illiter- ate, and often took the Bible and a copy of “Gulliver’s Travels” on his journeys, sometimes to the delight of traveling companions who were illiterate. • He enjoyed whistling and singing while alone in the wilderness. Sources James Wall’s “History of Davie County” Robert Morgan’s “Boone: A Biography” Our Davie 2025 Page 23 Davie County Enterprise Record YOUR HOMETOWNWealth Management Team 336-766-0464 • marzanocapitalgroup.com WEALTH MANAGEMENT • RETIREMENT & INSURANCE PLANNING • EXECUTIVE & EMPLOYEE BENEFITS • 529 PLANS FOR COLLEGE Securities offered through LPL Financial, Member FINRA/SIPC. Marzano Capital Group is an other business name of Independent Advisor Alliance, LLC. All investment advice is offered through Independent Advisor Alliance LLC, a registered investment advisor. Independent Advisor Alliance is a separate entity from LPL Financial. Wealth Management Team Our Davie 2025 Page 24 Davie County Enterprise Record Barbara McBride, James “Jim” McBride and Barry McBride at Davie Jewelers in Mocksville. - Photos by Mike Barnhardt Our Davie 2025 Page 25 Davie County Enterprise Record #1 Best Ho t D o g #1 Best Bu r g e r #1 Best Ta k e O u t F o o d #1 Best Cu s t o m e r S e r v i c e Finalist f o r : Best Bre a k f a s t , B e s t B B Q , Best Am e r i c a n F o o d , and Best C o f f e e Feeding Davie County Since 1950! 336-751-2621 Fax 336-751-0843 710 Wilkesboro St. • Mocksville, NC Four Generations Serving You! Thanks to everyone who voted for us! By Mike BarnhardtEnterprise Record A chainsaw accident led James “Jim” McBride into the watch repair business.That led him into the jewelry busi-ness.And now, at age 90, you can still find him at his work station at Davie Jewelers on Yadkinville Road in Mocksville, me-ticulously taking apart watches - replac-ing needed parts and putting them back together.Nearby, son Barry has his own work Watch repair turns into jewelry store Davie Jewelers a mainstay in Mocksville Barry and Jim McBride at Davie Jewelers in Mocksville. station. And Jim’s daughter-in-law, Bar-ry’s wife Barbara, also works nearby while keeping an eye on the front of the store.It’s always been a family affair for Jim McBride, who hasn’t been afraid to try new things within his own business.Watches were popular in the early 1950s, and they regularly needed repair-ing. Jim was working in a furniture store in Salisbury that had a watch repair shop in the back. He made friends with that Please See Jewelry - Page 27 Our Davie 2025 Page 26 Davie County Enterprise Record Paid for by Julia Howard Julia Howard NC House of Representatives ★ District 77 Surrounded by his tools, Jim McBride still enjoys repairing watches at Davie Jewelers. - Photos by Mike Barnhardt Our Davie 2025 Page 27 Davie County Enterprise Record Continued From Page 27 watch repairman.As a teen, he would travel to Mocks-ville to help J.A. Foster with watch re-pairs.But still, he wasn’t sure about his fu-ture.Then there was that accident, when a piece of metal pierced his eye. He was fitted with a false eye, and wondered about his future. Auto mechanics seemed too dangerous, so he cautiously chose to attend watch repair school. He was anx-ious, but his hesitation calmed when he learned the instructor could only see out of one eye.He remembers that instructor telling another student: “Jim can see better with that one eye than you can with both of yours.”It was a busy time. He lived in Bear Poplar (near Cleveland, NC), went to school in Spencer and then traveled to Mocksville to work for Mr. Foster, often arriving back home after midnight; just to start it all over again the next day.There were a lot of watch repair shops, so when Jim and wife Judith moved to Mocksville, he worked for garment factories. After son Barry was born, he said he tired of living in Mocks-ville and moved back to Rowan.That didn’t sit well with Buck and Wylene Keller, who looked him up and asked him to move back. He told them that if his wife got a job at Davie County Hospital and they could find someone to “look after” Barry, they would consider moving back. They did ... and they did.By 1960, he went into business for himself. Davie Jewelers was born. He already knew watch repairs, and learned more every day about the jewelry busi-ness. Jim has watched the price of gold go from $35 an ounce to $3,000 per ounce.In the late 1960s, he went into busi-ness with another Davie resident, cutting synthetic diamonds. At one time, they had 20-25 employees working in Down-town Mocksville. It was a lucrative busi-ness until foreign competition arrived.So he began making rings, getting help with the first one from a local den- tist.“We made a lot of rings,” he said. “People still come up and show me a ring that I had made for them.”He’s always been active in the com-munity, helping to start the chamber of commerce, downtown business asso-ciation and even encouraged the town to allow alcohol sales, even though he doesn’t drink. There were more places selling liquor in Davie County than in counties that had ABC stores, he said.And there was the clock on the tower of the courthouse in Downtown Mocks-ville. It quit working. It was a laughing-stock. Jim said he remembers former county commissioner, Bert Bahnson, complaining repeatedly about the clock showing the wrong time, always making fun.So he decided to fix it. No charge to the county. It was the biggest timepiece he had ever worked on, but it ran like other clocks he had repaired. That job got him featured in an industry maga-zine. Jewelry ... Davie Jewelers was a mainstay in downtown until 1988, when it moved to the Squire Boone Plaza on Yadkinville Road.“I like what I’m doing,” Jim said. “They say if you like what you’re doing, you’ll never work a day in your life.”•Growing up, Barry knew he would likely work in the shop some day. As a child, he had been paid a bit to sweep and do other menial chores. Those chores rose to buffing rings and cleaning clocks. “I was at the store all the time,” Barry said.“I always knew intuitively that I would be in the jewelry business, but it was never discussed,” he said. “But in my gut, I knew.”That didn’t stop him from pursuing his passion: painting with an air brush; Barry had already completed dozens of motorcycle gas tanks and helmets, even painting scenes onto vehicles. He looked for the best auto body shop in the area that he could find, grabbed some exam-ples of his work and headed for the Vette Shop in Davidson County. They hired him on the spot.“My greatest aspiration in life was to be a custom air brush car painter, so I was thrilled,” he said. “I loved every minute of it.”About this time, his father had part-nered to cut emeralds, and the work was more than he could keep up with. So he asked Barry to come and help.“I said maybe, but I’m not going to wait on customers and I wasn’t going to work on Saturdays.”The cut a deal: three days painting cars, two days cutting emeralds.“I did not like cutting stones,” Barry said. “It was too slow going, so I learned jewelry repair.” He learned the work was as rewarding as painting cars, and it wasn’t long before he was full-time alongside his father.The business expanded into Clem-mons in 1985, but the presence there is in limbo as the family deals with health issues.And for Jim McBride. He’ll be there; waiting on the next old watch or clock to come in needing repairs. Our Davie 2025 Page 28 Davie County Enterprise Record By Mike BarnhardtEnterprise Record K’lea Parks spent one day in the pre-K classroom of Felicia McClamrock and she was hooked.She wanted to be a pre-K teacher in the Davie County School System, where her mother, Crystal Shoffner, has worked for the past 20 years. In fact, it was a desire to be on the same schedule as her daughter that led Crystal to seek employment with the schools.K’lea, a softball star at Davie High and later at NC Central University, went on to earn a bachelor’s degree in behav-ioral and social sciences.She was working for a private com-pany, assigned to a certain child. “I was here (Shady Grove Elementary) work-ing with my kid. “Just watching Felicia made me want to become a pre-school teacher.”She liked Felicia’s personality, and the way she interacted with students, the way she cared about each student, the way each statement and activity was in-tentional.“I could not imagine a better job. I get to come to work each day and play,” K’lea said. “I’m having fun. There’s never a time we’re not laughing. Teach-ing pre-K is so rewarding. They’re so innocent.”And honest. You never know what will come out of the mouth of a 3 or 4 year old; but you can bet it is usually the truth - or the truth as they see it.“This is the age that their brain reach-es full size, and the kids make some of Crystal Shoffner and daughter K’lea Parks love their jobs with Davie County Schools. - Photo by Mike Barnhardt Dream jobs School system a perfect fit for mother, daughter Please See Schools - Page 30 Our Davie 2025 Page 29 Davie County Enterprise Record 120 Kinderton Blvd, Ste 100 | Bermuda Run, NC 27006 | TownofBR.com success FOCUSED AND COMMITTED TO THE OF THE 120 Kinderton Blvd, Ste 100 | Bermuda Run, NC 27006 | TownofBR.com success FOCUSED AND COMMITTED TO THE OF THE SHOPLOCAL Bermuda Run is home to more than 100 businesses. Now more than ever, let’s do our part by supporting LOCAL. Activities/Events Bermuda RunCountry Club Grip It Virtual Golf RISE Indoor Sports Truist Sports Park WinMock at Kinderton Childcare A Child’s WorldLearning Center Faith/Worship Calvary West Baptist Church Church of theGood Shepherd Grace Lutheran Church Hillsdale Baptist Hillsdale United Methodist Finance & Insurance Allegacy Truist Bank OZK Blackburn Consulting, Accounting & Tax Crown Financial Edward Jones –Slayton Harpe Farm Bureau First Horizon Bank State Employees’Credit Union State Farm – Darryl Bandy Wells Fargo Woodard & CompanyAsset Management Fitness Gym 365 NC Fusion TRU Taekwondo Lodging/Housing Bermuda Village Comet Bermuda RunApartments Riverview Townhomes Smith Creek Apartments Hampton Inn Ariston Place Apartments Medical/Health Advance Dentistry Advance Family Dental Advanced Oral & Facial Surgery Animal Hospital of East Davie Bermuda Commons Nursing & Rehab Center Browder Smiles Carolina Centerfor Eye Care Clinic180 Comprehensive Pain Specialists Davie Dermatology Davie Medical Center Digestive Health Specialists Family Medical – Bermuda Run Goad Global Health Handy & HandyOrthodontics Hillsdale Animal Hospital Hillsdale Dental Novant Health - Hillsdale Medical Pediatrics Bermuda Run Southern DentalAssociates Village Way Kennels Village WayVeterinary Hospital Well Care Home Health Retail Advance Tobacco Shop BP Gas Station Bizzy Beez Boutique CVS Cardinal Creek Candles and Gifts Dollar General Dollar Tree Food Lion Hemp Geeks Hillsdale Mini Storage Junkin’ Belle Kopter Supply Lowe’s Foods Meg Brown HomeFurnishings Sheetz Speedway Steelman’s Ace Hardware Triad Municipal ABC Store Walgreens Zirrus Habitat Restore - Davie Restaurants 801 Southern Kitchen Bojangles Davie Tavern Domino’s Pizza Jade Garden La Caretta Mexican Restaurant Los ToritosMexican Restaurant Maddie Cakes Bakery McDonald’s Sam’s Ice Cream Southern Spice Subway Taco Bell TanglewoodPizza Company Venezia Italian Family Restaurant Wendy’s Zaxby’s Chick Fil A Thai Destiny Caribou Coffee Salon/Spa Bearded Bear Bella Mia Skin Care & Salon Farmington Beauty Shop Full Glam Beauty Bar Levy Nails Revive Nail Bar The Cutting Edge Service Autobahn Service Checkered FlagCar Wash Coffey Law Computer Guys Custom Advertising Davie Construction Hayworth Miller Funeral Home Hillsdale Real Estate K&W HVAC Mayciella Interiors Premier Realty Strickland BrothersOil Change The Tire Shop Village Cleaners Webb Heating & Air The Town of Bermuda Run remains committted to purposeful and meaningful growth as outlined in our Comprehensive Plan. We also invest in our partnerships for the greater good by becoming a member of the Davie County Economic Develop- ment Commission and by committing to a five year contribution to fund Ignite Davie.Bermuda Run is home to more than 50 businesses. Now more than ever, let’s do our part by supporting LOCAL. The Town of Bermuda Run remains committed to purposeful and meaningful growth as outlined in our Comprehensive Plan. We also invest in our partnerships for the greater good by becoming a member of the Davie County Economic Development Commission and by committing to a five year contribution to fund Ignite Davie. 120 Kinderton Blvd, Ste 100 | Bermuda Run, NC 27006 | TownofBR.com success FOCUSED AND COMMITTED TO THE OF THE SHOP LOCAL Our Davie 2025 Page 30 Davie County Enterprise Record 252 Eaton Road • Mocksville, NC 27028www.mocksvilleconcrete.com Services: • Ready-Mix Concrete • Concrete Construction Supplies • Concrete/Bunker Blocks • Rock/Sand Delivery Email us at: info@mocksvilleconcrete.com pre4u.com228 NC Hwy. 801 S. Advance, NC 27006336-998-7777 161 E. Lexington Rd. Mocksville, NC 27028336-753-8777 Premier Realty NC Continued From Page 28the craziest statements.”One student was obviously upset one day. She asked what was wrong. “They’re too many lights on the Christ-mas tree.”Another student had just correctly re-cited the four seasons, and yet another spoke up and said: “You forgot about deer season, turkey season ...”“It’s so amazing the things they will say. Did I tell you that my job is fun?”It all makes mom proud.“I’ve tried to tell K’lea that team-work, being positive, seeing the glass as half full are all important,” Crystal said. “I’m proud of her.”Crystal was working in the banking industry when she decided to apply for a job with the schools. K’lea had just start-ed, and she wanted to be on the same schedule as her daughter.“With K’lea being my first priority, I never wanted to miss a beat. From the classroom to school functions to the soft- ball field, I was able to be a part of it all. I am so thankful for the memories,” she said.“Now, I get to watch her live out her dreams in the classroom and make an im-pact on her students.”It didn’t hurt that Crystal loves her job as a benefits specialist with the schools. She meets new hires, and let’s them know that Davie County - and it’s school sys-tem - are special.“That’s the beauty of working here,” Crystal said. “I let new hires know ... my husband went to school here. I went to school here. I want them to know them by name. We’re family, we’re still small enough that we can do that.“Davie County really is a great place to be.” Schools ... K’lea explains part of her job to her mother. - Photo by Mike Barnhardt www.ourdavie.com Our Davie 2025 Page 31 Davie County Enterprise Record Davie County has grown by leaps and bounds over the past 30 years. It has been a good growth for the families that live here, and for those who just drive in to visit or shop. 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