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March 2015 The Liberty Leader Newspaper Volume 12 Issue 3 Ph 336-795-0054 / 336-404-9791 Page of 1 24 www.libertynewspaper.org Free Monthly Newspaper March 2015 Volume 12 * Issue 3 Free Community Paper By The Community And For The Community March 7- BBQ Dinner(pg12) 7-Soup Bowl (pg6) 12- Free Business Class(pg2) 12-NRA Fundraiser(pg12) MOVIES COMING BACK 13&14 Kids Sale (pg22) 14-BBQ Supper (pg12) 14-BBQ Supper (pg13) 15 Friends Day (pg12) 17-Dogwood Grandopening(pg14) 17- Civilian St Patrick (pg6) 19- Free Business Class(pg2) 21-Pinto Supper (pg12) 21-Rotary Reverse Raffle(pg3) 21 Brunswick Stew (pg12) 22-Friends Day (pg13) 26- Free Business Class Liberty(pg9) 27-Daniel Plan (pg5) 28-Liberty Chamber Banquet(pg4) 28-Liberty Egg Hunt (pg1) 29-Easter Egg Hunt (pg13) 30-Holy Week (pg5) April 2 Free Business Class (pg9) 4 Easter Egg Hunt (pg13) 4&5-Easter Play (pg13) 9 Free Business Class (pg9) 17-Clothing Sale (pg13) 16-18 NC Idol (pg6) 24&25-Liberty Antq Fetisval 24&25-Yard Sale (pg12,13,18) Every Saturday Liberty Soup Kitchen Visit Website For Online Calendar Of Events www.libertynewspaper.org www.celebrateliberty.org Serving Liberty, Staley, Snow Camp, Julian, Climax, Ramseur & Franklinville The Liberty Leader Liberty Association Of Churches Hosts Liberty Town Easter Egg Hunt It so exciting to see the Town Egg Hunt to be run and organized by the Liberty Association of Churches. Just another example of the One Church movement. For we serve One God and He wants all our churches to part of the One Big Church. This years event will be held at Liberty Elem School on the football field on Saturday March 28 from 10am to Noon. There is so much magic in the air. As you can see from the ad below this will be a magical Easter Egg Hunt. With over 5,000 eggs to games, food and music there is something for everyone. Flip to page two for more great details. Support Local I try to keep this at the forefront of our thinking. We have to support our local business and local community. Just image if this was your business and livelihood, would you not want people to support your business. So what three independently own businesses would you not want to disappear? Stop in , say hello and make a purchase. Your purchases is what keeps these businesses around. The number of people to start this movement to support local only takes one… why not let it be you. So local community, lets support local. Buy Local, Visit Local, Be Local. See you at a local business soon.
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Page 1: March 2015 Liberty Leader Newspaper

March 2015 The Liberty Leader Newspaper Volume 12 Issue 3

Ph 336-795-0054 / 336-404-9791 Page � of �1 24 www.libertynewspaper.org

Free Monthly Newspaper March 2015 Volume 12 * Issue 3 Free Community Paper By The Community And For The Community

March 7- BBQ Dinner(pg12) 7-Soup Bowl (pg6) 12- Free Business Class(pg2) 12-NRA Fundraiser(pg12) MOVIES COMING BACK 13&14 Kids Sale (pg22) 14-BBQ Supper (pg12) 14-BBQ Supper (pg13) 15 Friends Day (pg12) 17-Dogwood Grandopening(pg14) 17- Civilian St Patrick (pg6) 19- Free Business Class(pg2) 21-Pinto Supper (pg12) 21-Rotary Reverse Raffle(pg3) 21 Brunswick Stew (pg12) 22-Friends Day (pg13) 26- Free Business Class Liberty(pg9) 27-Daniel Plan (pg5) 28-Liberty Chamber Banquet(pg4) 28-Liberty Egg Hunt (pg1) 29-Easter Egg Hunt (pg13) 30-Holy Week (pg5)

April 2 Free Business Class (pg9) 4 Easter Egg Hunt (pg13) 4&5-Easter Play (pg13) 9 Free Business Class (pg9) 17-Clothing Sale (pg13) 16-18 NC Idol (pg6) 24&25-Liberty Antq Fetisval 24&25-Yard Sale (pg12,13,18) Every Saturday Liberty Soup Kitchen

Visit Website For Online Calendar Of Events www.libertynewspaper.orgwww.celebrateliberty.org

Serving Liberty, Staley, Snow Camp, Julian, Climax, Ramseur & Franklinville

The Liberty Leader

Liberty Association Of Churches Hosts Liberty Town Easter Egg Hunt It so exciting to see the Town Egg Hunt to be run and organized by the Liberty Association of Churches. Just another example of the One Church movement. For we serve One God and He wants all our churches to part of the One Big Church. This years event will be held at Liberty Elem School on the football field on Saturday March 28 from 10am to Noon. There is so much magic in the air. As you can see from the ad below this will be a magical Easter Egg Hunt. With over 5,000 eggs to games, food and music there is something for everyone. Flip to page two for more great details.

Support Local I try to keep this at the forefront of our thinking. We have to support our local business and local community. Just image if this was your business and livelihood, would you not want people to support your business. So what three independently own businesses would you not want to disappear? Stop in , say hello and make a purchase. Your purchases is what keeps these businesses around. The number of people to start this movement to support local only takes one… why not let it be you. So local community, lets support local. Buy Local, Visit Local, Be Local. See you at a local business soon.

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Carol & Duane Wall Owners & Treasurer HuntersHrs 11-5 Tue - Sat or By Apt. —Closed Sunday and Monday

129 W Swannanoa Ave Downtown Liberty, NC

Unique Boutique & TreasuresPhone 336-622-6223

Liberty Town Easter Egg Hunt (continued)At 10am the event kicks off with local churches and community providing great venue of activity. From a rock climbing wall (a 28 feet of pure fun.) , games and area attractions. Invites are out for some fire truck to police cars to see and maybe even a race car. Lots of goodies to snack on from corn dogs, drinks, cotton candy, popcorn and candy. At 10:30am you can see “Fish The Magish” and the easter story. Fish The Magish is a Christian Comedian and Illusionist. He will be connecting the kids and adults to the love of Christ. There will be some great music by a local favorite, Keith Bartell. At 11:30am the Easter Egg Hunt of over 5,000 eggs will begin. They will be divided up in Preschool to Kindergarten, 1st to 3rd graders, and 4th to 6th graders each having their own section. Dividing these kids up keeps everyone safe so no bigger kids run over the smaller ones. They will have plenty of volunteers on hand plus 2 off duty police officers. This is just another great function the Liberty Association Of Churches provides in our area. I can not wait to see all the churches and community out on the field that Saturday.

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LIBERTY GUEST COTTAGE

“Short Stay Accommodations” Family or Friends Coming ? Business Associates Coming Into Town? Girls Get Away Weekend - Date Weekend Small Group Retreat Need a little extra space? Short Stay Accommodations now available in Liberty. Fully remodeled, completely furnished (2) Bedroom – (1 Full Size Bed, 2 Twin Sleigh Beds) - (1) Bath Cottage - Quaint and Cozy - Electric Fireplace - Central Heat & Air - Flat Screen TV - Wi-Fi - Wood Floors - Ceramic in Bathroom - Complete Laundry Room - Deck with Sitting Area - Privacy Fencing - Approx 1 Acre Lot. Fully Equipped Eat In Kitchen; Coffee Maker, Full Size Refrig, Electric Range,Microwave,Security System.

Give us a call for pricing and availability: 336-622-3720

Gail & Joe Morgan – Owners-Hosts

Liberty Guest Cottage5528 NC Hwy 49 N, Liberty, NC 27298

Visit our website for photos and amenities:Follow us on Facebook www.libertyguestcottage2.com

Welcome Back To Liberty

Pharmacist Johnny King

$3.99Prescription Discount Club

Call or stop by store for more details. Not all generics medications are $3.99 on the Liberty Family Pharmacy Prescription Discount Club, but over 100 are: Hydrochlorithiazide (HCTZ), Atenolol, Amoxicillin,

Furosemide, and Lovastatin are just a few examples. But even if not $3.99, we are committed to saving you money.

Give us a chance…we’ll make you smile.

Generic Zyrtec 90 Count $9.99 Generic Claritin 100 Count $9.99

Stop In For Cup Of Free Hot Cinnamon Apple Cider$5 Front store credit for new prescriptions and $10 front store credit for transferred prescriptions.

Limit 1 per customer.

430 N Greensboro St, Liberty

Phone 336-795-0052 Open M-F 8:30AM-6:00PM,

SAT 9:00AM-1:00PM, SUN Closed

Liberty Family Pharmacy are preferred with :

- Aetna/ Coventry- Cigna Health Spring

PDP- Envision Rx Plus- Medimpact- Prime Therapeutics

(including BCBS)- Humana- And Many More!

Amanda’s Specials

Manly Monday - $9 Cuts Tintin’ Tuesday - Up to 15 Hi-Lites

with a shampoo, cut & Style $25 Waxin Wednesday Specials

Old Timer Thursday- 25% Off Seniors 60+ Freeby Friday - Free Shampoo with A Cut

Highlights & CUT $45 “Amanda Clark” - Owner/Stylist

116 W Swannanoa Ave Ph 622-5887 (KUTS)

$5,000 Reverse RaffleThe Liberty Rotary Club is announcing on March 21st the Rotary wi l l be once again sponsoring their annual reverse drawing at the Siler City Moose Lodge. Your $100 ticket gets you a c h a n c e a t u n m a t c h e d fellowship, a juicy ribeye steak dinner, an open bar, and a shot at the Grand prize of $5000. If you want a ticket, contact one of the Liberty Rotarians. Tho proceeds go to a great program who has always strived to put community and service before self. Let's give them a hand this year. Thanks and hope to see y'all there. To purchase a ticket contact Robert (Bob) Cromer at 336-622-2929or Don Shiver at 336-707-7129

New Crop!Herndon Peanuts

Fresh SaltedIn Shell

Salt FreeTabasco

Herndon’sJalapeno

In The Can

Available At Liberty Family Pharmacy

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Hours: Tue - Fri 6am-11am/2:30-6pm Sat 8am-6pm Closed Sun & Mon

Featuring - Assorted Pies/Cakes/Doughnuts/Cookies/RollsSpecial Order Birthday Cakes - 24 Hour Notice- Dining Area

Coffee/ Lattes / Expresso / Soft Drinks139 W Swannanoa Ave-Downtown Liberty

Ph 336-622-1280www.apieceofcaketriad.com

Sat March 285:30 Social6:00 DinnerChamber

Banquet & Dinner At

Tickets $25 Advance Sell Only(Do Not Miss The Silent Auction)

Meal: Grilled Chicken & Raspberry Chipotle Pork LionHouse Special Smashed Potato, Southern Green Beans,

Fresh Green Spring Salad, Hawaiian Rolls, Swiss Hersey Cake and Strawberry Shortcake

Help Us Recognize This Years Business, Business Person, Volunteer and Church Of The Year

Get Your Ticket SoonLiberty Chamber Annual Winter LuncheonThis annual networking event of the Chamber is always a favorite. This years event was hosted by The Church of God and the wonderful ladies of the church. Their theme was similar to Olive Garden but called Love Garden and in my opinion out did them. The ladies of the church provided homemade potato soup and vegetable beef soup, with salad and garlic bread. The Desserts… oh my!!! Home run!! The meeting was a great networking time. All business had a chance to be recognized and share what they do. Don Herndon the Chamber President gave a snap shot of all the things that the Chamber accomplished in the community and for local business with the help of the business that have joined the chamber. The Chamber had a great slide show going showing highlights of the past year. Gwen Day, Board member and Church of God, welcome everyone. The guest was shown the new Chamber website was shown. A new place for people looking for info about our great town and its Chamber businesses can access it. Make a point to visit the site. The members area is under construction now, and as you join the chamber in 2015, we will add your business to the site. Visit us at www.libertychambernc.com

Cupcake Madness Every Saturday In March Regular Sized Cupcakes 75Cents

While supplies last

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Liberty Barbershop131 W Swannanoa Ave

Downtown Liberty Shop Hours:

Wed - Fri 8am - 6pm Saturday 8am - 12pm

Bill Riggs, Jr 336-302-0528 25 Years experience

Earth Visions offers: Group Exercise Programs Group Outdoor Education

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RCC Foundation Seeks High School Leadership Participants The Randolph Community College Foundation is seeking applicants for its second annual High School Leadership Academy, a leadership development program for rising ninth graders. The Randolph Community College High School Leadership Academy, which is modeled after RCC’s college-level Student Leadership Academy, will be a one-day event that will focus on topics such as the definition of leadership; team building; personality types and leadership styles; social media, communication and leadership; conflict resolution; situational leadership; and servant leadership, according to Lorie McCroskey, RCC’s director of development.Rising freshmen who live and will attend school in Randolph County in the fall of 2015 and are in good academic standing are eligible to apply. The Academy will take place from 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m. on Tuesday, June 16, at the Foundation Conference Center on the Asheboro Campus.Interested students must complete an application form available from middle school counselors or at the Foundation office, write a brief essay on leadership, and submit two reference letters. Completed application packets are due back to the RCC Foundation by Friday, April 24, at 3 p.m.For more information about the Academy, application form, or application process, contact McCroskey at [email protected] or 336-633-1118.

Ready to Start Your New Year Off To A Healthier You

Come Join us at the Reitzel Center Friday March 27 at 12:30. The Daniel Plan will be presented that day. We are going to start off with what is

the Daniel Plan and how it can help you. We will meet once a month on a Friday next class will be April 24 at 12:30. We will go over the 5 parts of

the plan and taste food from the plan.

This is FREE to everyone.

COMMUNITY HOLY WEEK

“HE TOOK OUR PLACE”

“For God so loved the World, that He gave His only Begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life.” John 3:16 KJV

MARCH 30TH - APRIL 5TH, 2015 Weekly Services – 7:00 p.m. Sunrise Service – 6:30 a.m.

⬥⬥⬥Host Church Responsible for Devotion and Ushers⬥⬥⬥

SCHEDULE OF SERVICES

Monday, March 30 at Margaret’s Chapel Guest Speaker: Rev. Isaac Fortune Edwards Grove Missionary Baptist Church

Tues, March 31 at Oak Grove Baptist Ch Guest Speaker: Bishop Lawrence Tate, Pastor Lewis Grove Holiness Church

Wed, April 1, at Oliver’s Chapel A.M.E. Ch Guest Speaker: Rev. Gwendolyn Daye Church of God of Prophecy

Thur, April 2 (Communion) at Edwards GroveMissionary Baptist Church Guest Speaker: Rev. Milton Battle, Pastor St. Stephens A.M.E. Church

Frid, April 3 (Wear Black) at Church of God of Prophecy Guest Speaker: Rev. Sharon Mitchell, Pastor Oliver’s Chapel A.M.E. Zion Church

Sun, April 5 (Sunrise Service- 6:30 a.m.) at St. Stephens A.M.E. Church Guest Speaker: Bishop Larry Daye, Pastor Church of God of Prophecy

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Ramseur Pharmacy Fast & Friendly Service!

Prescriptions filled in 10 minutes or less

Ph 824-8247 6215-B Highway 64 E ,

Ramseur Next To Five Points Medical Most Insurance Plans Accepted/

Medicare Part D & NC Medicaid

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336-626-7511expresspros.com

For nearly 30 years, the vision of Express Employment Professionals has been to help people find jobs and help businesses find the people and human resource services they need.

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North Carolina IdolThe NC Idol singing competition is open to ages 5 and up. Preliminary Rounds: Thur and Fri April 16-17, 5pm - 9pm. Grand/Final Event: Sat April 18, 12:00 pm - 10pm(Times subject to change)At Eastern Randolph High School, Ramseur, N.C.First Place Prize: $1000 and Recording Session with Red Squared Audio*Second Place Prize: $500.00Third Place Prize: $250.00Application and Rules and Regulations can be downloaded here at :http://ramseurchamberofcommerce.org/data/documents/idolcontest.pdf

2015 Chamber Sponsor's

Friends of Ramseur ChamberBronze:

May Furniture, Inc.The Timken Company

Republic ServicesSilver:

Asheboro Alarm and Electric Company

Fidelity Bank of RamseurGold:

Platinum:Liberty LeaderRed Squared Entertainment

Ramseur Civitan Club EventsRAMSEUR — Come out and see what we are all about! The Ramseur Area Civitan Club will hold a St. Patrick’s Day Seek Meeting at 7 p.m., on Tuesday, March 17, in the First Christian Church fellowship hall, 1381 Church St., Ramseur. A free meal, including traditional Irish dishes, drinks and desserts will be served. During the evening, guests will learn about the club’s past achievements and future goals. Members of the club volunteer regularly to help others in the community through a range of charity projects, including special treats for the local elementary school EC classes, a group home cookout and Christmas party, the N.C. Adopt a Highway program, Fill the Truck events for the Ramseur Food Pantry, Craven Deer Processing, Special Olympics, clothing for the needy and the STEP economic development program. The Ramseur club was chartered four years ago. Civitan clubs have a three-fold purpose: Service, knowledge and fellowship. Its major emphasis is on helping people with developmental disabilities and providing for those in need in the community. Civitan also places an emphasis on meeting and getting to know new people (fellowship), as well as attaining knowledge through speakers and informative programs. For more information, contact Jennifer Lednum at [email protected], Judi Brinegar at [email protected] or check out the Facebook page “Ramseur Area Civitans.”

Soup Bowl FundraiserRAMSEUR - The Ramseur Area Civi9tan Club will host a Soup Bowl Saturday fundraiser on Saturday, March 7, from 12-3 p.m., at the First Christian Church fellowship hall, 1381 Church St., Ramseur. With each $10 donations, diners will receive their choice of a Seagrove area hand-crafted soup bowl filled to the brim with homemade soup. Pottery donations will be accepted up until the day of the event.  All proceeds will be used for Civitan community projects in the Ramseur/Liberty/Franklinville area.. For more information, contact Judi Brinegar, [email protected].

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LOFLIN FUNERAL HOMERamseur, NC147 Coleridge Rd

Locally Owned & Operated Richard Jones Bill Craven

Service Since 1904 (Phone) 336-824-2386

(Obituary Desk) 336-318-3535

RCC’s first-ever ‘Small Town’ Documentary GalleryR a n d o l p h C o m m u n i t y College Department of Photographic Technology, in collaboration with the town of Liberty, will present a gallery showing featuring the work of a week-long d o c u m e n t a r y p r o j e c t entitled Small Town, Liberty. Each year, the graduating class will focus on one s m a l l t o w n i n N o r t h Carolina to document for an entire week. In 2015, the class visited Liberty, North Carolina, during the week of February 16 through February 22. The first ever Small Town, North Carolina documentary is a collaborative photography project that includes work from thirteen RCC photojournalism students as they spent seven days exploring the town of Liberty and the people who call it home. “The students have taken on the challenge of documenting a week of Liberty by researching stories and connecting with a family, business, organization, or small community and creating a more in-depth story,” says instructor Abbi O’Leary. The gallery show opening will be held on Wednesday, March 4, from 5:00-7:00 p.m. at the Liberty Public Library, located at 239 South Fayetteville Street. The event is free and open to the public. Small Town, Liberty will be on display through the end of May on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays (9:00 a.m. through 5:00 p.m.), Tuesdays (9:00 a.m. through 7:00 p.m.), and on Saturdays (9:00 a.m. through 1:00 p.m.). “The gallery display in the local library will highlight the photographs that capture the heart of Liberty and work together in telling its story,” says O’Leary. “The RCC photojournalism students have poured their hearts and efforts into sharing your story—the story of Liberty, NC, so please enjoy, share, and participate in the community collaboration.”RCC Photojournalism students involved in this project (listed with their hometowns) include the following:Sarah Martin - AsheboroCate Gordon – Asheboro & StonevilleErik Buxton – AsheboroSarah Gillie – EdenErin Mizelle – TrinityTim Rossland – GreensboroCaleb Smallwood – GreensboroZoe Zielinski – KernersvilleJosh Komer – CharlotteCarol Anne Simchik - Winston–SalemSeth Combs - Winston–SalemAlex Tricoli – SummerfieldSarah Whelan – Waxhaw

A Great Man Retires From Liberty SchoolI had the pleasure of sitting down with a man that has been a landmark in Liberty School. That would be none other than, Mr Melvin Parks, which has been the head building and grounds manager for Liberty Elem School for the past 14 years. I have had the pleasure of seeing this man in action over this time. From when my children attending school to me volunteering at the school, you always got to walk into a nice clean school from inside to out with everything always being in top condition. I have seen this man clean trash cans to moving the yard. I remember volunteering at the school and needing something and they say see Mr Parks. Mr Parks would go out of his way to make it happen and most of all , I remember his humble spirit and sweet smile. Well they do not make men like this any more. So lets get to know this man and see what created a man so unique as him. Melvin Parks has been at the school for 14 years but prior to that he was the General Manager at Klaussners in Asheboro over transportation maintenance, environmental and security. He fill that role for 32 years and only left due to downsizing. He will be enjoying some free time with his beautiful bride, Sadie Parks. Sadie is also retired from Randolph Co School System from Ramseur ES from being a teacher assistant. Both of these great folks has impacting many kids lives. Melvin’s oldest son lives out in Colorado now, due to job relocation, and travels all over as a Senior Engineer for Gates Rubber. I asked Mr Parks, what do they do and he says the pen I am holding to the plastics on my car all comes from this business. His middle son lost the battle to Lupus back in 1986. His youngest son still lives close by in Greensboro and is General Manager in the food industry. Looks like Mr Parks did a great job as a father installing things in his kids life's. He continued that legacy at Liberty school with the school kids. I asked Mr Parks what he would miss the most. He stated,” It would have to be the students. I love talking and seeing them each day. I make a point to encourage them as I speak to them as we pass in the halls or our paths cross. I try to give them words of encouragement. It is so nice to be out and have a kids come up to me and call my name.” He continued to say, “the staff will be the next missed part of the school. People do not realize it, but the staff is like a family. We all spend so much time together and share our lives together you build relationships. So the staff is like another type of family.” I asked Mr Parks what his days are like. He gave a big old smile, “well it starts at 4:20am when the alarm sounds and by 6am I’m here at the school to get the heat/ac and lights going. Then its the daily steps to keep the school running.” Wow, the behind the scenes we do not think of. He added, “My future days will be to work on my Honey To Do List and around my home and out buildings.” Looks like he is going to stay busy. After talking to Mr Parks, I realize my kids and all the kids that came through was blessed to have a man that planted seeds in kids lives by means of a kind word ,”keep good grades” to the work ethic he set as an example for kids to live by with his role model. As you can see I got to see Mr Parks on his last day of work, and he was out shoveling snow off the walks.

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119 S Fayetteville St - Liberty Ph 622-2984

Mon- Fri 6am to 2pm & 5pm to 8pmSat 6am to 11am Sun 7am to 11am

For A Great Small Town Experience

112 W Swannanoa Ave (Downtown Liberty) Ph 336-266-7390 Newly Remodeled - New Look - Great Updates

Also Come Check Out The New Designer Products - Purses- Sunglasses - Jewelry

Kindergarten registration will be available at each elementary school in the Randolph County School System beginning February 2, our earliest date ever!

In addition, we will still have our annual Kindergarten Registration Night at each elementary school. This year’s event is Tuesday, March 17th, and we’re offering expanded hours to give

parents greater flexibility in attending the event. Parents may visit their child’s school anytime between 3:30 and 7:30 pm to register their child.

As before, parents are asked to register their child at the school in their attendance district, and are reminded to bring the following items when registering:

-Driver’s license (or picture ID) -Lease agreement or utility bill with current 911 address -Certified copy of child’s birth certificate -Child’s immunization record -Custody papers (if applicable)

To be eligible for kindergarten in the 2015-2016 school year, a child must be 5 years old on or before August 31, 2015. For more information, parents should contact the school in their attendance district.

It’s now easier than ever to register your child for kindergarten in the Randolph County School System!

2015-2016 School Year

Archdale Elementary School Coleridge Elementary School Farmer Elementary School Franklinville Elementary School Grays Chapel Elementary School Hopewell Elementary School John Lawrence Elementary School Level Cross Elementary School Liberty Elementary School New Market Elementary School Ramseur Elementary School Randleman Elementary School Seagrove Elementary School Southmont Elementary School Tabernacle Elementary School Trindale Elementary School Trinity Elementary School

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FREE Classes In Liberty From NC STEP GrantThe first list of classes are posted for the Liberty residents from the NC STEP Grant funding Liberty received. After a year of meetings and planning with strategies groups made up of local Liberty citizens below is the first wave of classed being offered. These classes are to help provided existing and future business owners and employees with info on to how to run a better business and become more educating in the current work force. The classes will be held on Thursday nights from 6pm to 9pm in Liberty Town Hall. It is also a coordination with Randolph Comm College Small Business Center and their director, Daniel Farmer. March 5 - Conversational Business Spanish BeginnersMarch 12-Conversational Business Spanish IntermediateMarch 19-Conversational Business Spanish AdvancedMarch 26- Downtown Revitalization and Marketing, a guide for business ownerApril 2- Grant Writing 101April 9-Cash flow is essential to survival of your business, find out how to make it workApril 16-Fast track to sustained positive cashApril 23-Developing a Customer Service Plan April 30- Proactive selling in a reactive world

To register for classes and more info call 336-633-0240Do not miss out on the FREE Classes.

FREE BUSINESS CLASSES

Liberty Showcase

MARCH SCHEDULE “WOODY POWERS & MIDNITE EXPRESS” LIVE CLASSIC COUNTRY MUSIC SHOW

March 7—7:00 / ALL TICKETS $ 9.00

MOVIE”THE HELP” March 13—14 FRI-SAT 7:00

March 19 Thurs 2:00 & 7:00)

March 20—21 Fri & Sat7:00

All Tickets $6..00

“Southern Exposure” Live Country Music Show

Sat-March 28-7:00 Tickets: Adults $12.00 & Seniors $11.00

MOVIES COMING IN APRIL

Check our website for details: www.thelibertyshowcase.com

101 S. Fayetteville St, Downtown Liberty, NC 336-622-3844

Coble’sPressure Washing

Over 20 Years Of Experience Houses, Roofs, Cement, Decks Any Type Of Pressure Washing

Call 622-2741

MOVIE”CINDERELLA” March 14 & 21SAT-2:00 Only

Children's’ Movie All Tickets $5.00

MOVIE—“The Best of Me”

Based on Nicholas Sparks Book - Drama/

Romance PG 13 Thurs. March 26—

2:00 & 7:00 Fri March 27—7:00

Only All Tickets $6.00

One Harvest Food Box Order Day for March will be on March 11, 2015 from 5:30 to 6pm at Harmony Baptist Church in Ramseur. We Accept Cash, Check, Money Order or EBT. Note: All EBT orders have to be done in person. This month we have feature a Easter Box with a complete easter meal for only $29.00. Below is listed with everything you can get. Your can also order this and the other boxes online at www.oneharvest.com. For more information please call 336-824-3993.

EASTER BOX $29.009 lb Avg Half Ham Black Pepper Coated32oz Frozen Green Beans14oz Frozen Yellow Cut Corn16oz Frozen Yellow Squash(2) 6 oz Box Cornbread Stuffing Mix(2) 6.6 oz Box Herb & Butter Mashed Potatoes8oz Buttermilk Biscuit Mix8oz Corn Muffin MixDessert

Visit the website for more items you can order. www.oneharvest.comPick up date to be Sat March 21 at Harmony Baptist Church in Ramseur.

SAVE

MONEY

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Call Bobby 336-250-7453/Anthony 336-247-8068

Teague’s Farm & Market

8912 Pleasant Hill Ch Rd,Snow CampPh (336)376-6660

Hours Mon- Fri 6:30am to 6:30pmSat 7:00am to 5:00pm Sun Closed

We are a family owned farm & garden store. We sell garden plants, flowers, mulch, topsoil, animal feeds, animal health

products, grass seed, fertilizer and farm raised beef. We look forward to seeing you.

New Lower PricesOn All Sizes Propane

Tanks Refills

YE OLD COUTRY KITCHEN 327 Drama Rd, Snow Camp

Ph 336-376-6991 Locally Owned & Operated By Bryan & Melodee Wilson

Hours Thu, Fri 4:30 to 8:00

Early Bird Special $2 Off Buffet 4:00 to 5:30 Thu- Fri

Sat 11:00 to 8:00/ Sun Noon to 8:00

Millstone Catering Snow Camp, NC

Private Parties Welcome Full Catering Service

Check Out Millstone Catering Facebook

Service Plus Appliance Repair

Sales * Service * Repair We Service All Major Brands

Washers, Dryers, Dishwashers, Range & Refrigerators

Evenings / Weekends *Please Call For Hours* 336-451-1536 / 252-646-4742

Come Visit Us Soon

Shout Out To Our Community NurseOn February 3rd Cone Health held a celebration for congregational nurses that achieved performance excellence standards for 2014. Liberty's Faith Community Nurse, Lori Cobb, received this award. Cone Health has recognized performance excellence for the last eight years and Lori Cobb has successfully met the criteria every year. Congratulations to Lori Cobb on completing another year of excellent service to this community.

Liberty’s New Farmers Market Taking Shape

How Safe Is Your Dryer?

Dryer lint is highly flammable and can ignite at anytime.

Call Service Plus Appliance Repairtoday to set up

service call to have your vent cleaned

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219 S Greensboro St, Liberty Ph 622-2111

Mon-Sat 9am to 7pm Sun 12 - 6pm(Locally Owned and Operated)

Produce-Fruits-Hoop Cheese-Fresh PintosSmoothies-Ice Cream- Much More

Taking Orders Fruit Baskets

For Seniors

Wade Hardin Landscapes

Contact Wade Hardin (336)240-7925

Seeding & Fertilizing Pruning & Trimming

Irrigation Property Clean Up

Tree Removal Bobcat & Dump Truck Pine Needles & Mulch

New Installations (and repairs)

Insect & Disease Control

Seeding & Fertilizing Pruning & Trimming

Irrigation Property Clean Up

Tree Removal Bobcat & Dump Truck Pine Needles & Mulch

New Installations (and repairs)

Insect & Disease Control

Congratulations To A Local BusinessCelebrating 14 Years Of Success“Everyone please come out this Saturday Feb 28 morning for a Hercules Tire special event. A company rep will be on hand and we will be serving hot dogs and drinks. There will be raffles and prizes as well. All are invited. This is also an opportunity to thank you all for 14 years of supporting our business. We are only here because of you all, our wonderful customers! Thank you!”, was the call out from Liberty Tire and Auto to all its customers. Its is great to see a locally owned and operated business succeed by some great people. I have had the pleasure of them supporting my paper since its start by advertising with us. Keith Slusher and Lynn Routh has set a great example of how to run a business. As you travel by their establishment you see the numerous cars parked being worked on. Our office uses them for our fleet trucks and they keep them in shape and work around our schedule. They are great suppor ters o f the loca l community also by donating to several causes, such as local fireworks to parade. I have heard numerous stories of how they work with their customers and provide a great service in the process. One thing that shines out me is their devote love of God. This is how God likes to bless His children that follow them by blessing their business. Look forward to many more great years from them.

232 N. Greensboro St.Liberty, NC 27298

(336) 622-2248LIBERTYIBERTYLIBERTYIBERTY

www.libertytireandauto.net

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Volunteers Needed for the 2015 Dental Bus Ministry The 2015, 100 Men Project, Inc., NC Baptist Men’s Dental Bus Ministry will be held on Friday, June 5, 2015. Volunteer dental providers have been recruited for this one day ministry. Fillings, extractions and cleanings services will be offered to those who have no dental insurance. Volunteers are needed for the following areas:

• Registration assistances • Blood pressure screening( nurse or EMT) • Waiting room check in receptionists • Christian Counselors • Check out table receptionisis • Floaters • Patient escorts • Food servicers • Logistics & Safety Coordinator

Applications for the Dental Van will be taken on Friday, March 13 from 1:00 to 4:00 pm at the Reitzel Community Center located at 128 S. Fayetteville St. For more information and to volunteer for this well needy ministry please call Don Lambe, TEAM LEADER, at 622-6950 or Kaffy Reynolds, PROJECT DIRECTOR at 622-5844

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Ramseur PublicLibrary Info

Liberty PublicLibrary Info

Every Thursday at 10:30am March 5- Little Cloud March 12- Rain, Rain Go Away March 19- What the Sun Sees March 26- Colors of Spring/ ECCR with Ann Przybylowski

Every Wednesday at 11am FEBRUARY4th: Mittens are My Favorite11th: Please Be My Valentine **THURSDAY Feb. 19th: The Cat's Meow(There will be no storytime on Wed. February 18th) 25th: Brush, Brush, Brush Your Teeth

Concord United Methodist Church of Coleridge will have Family And Friends Day

with Glory Road in concert Sunday March 15

starting at 10:30 AM. The church is located 7 miles south of

Ramseur on Hwy 22. A love offering will be received.For more

information 336-879-6094.   

GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH

YARD SALE EVENT Grace Lutheran Church located at 146 S.

Fayetteville St., Liberty, is offering FREE SPACE for you to sell your things during the Liberty

Antique Festival on Saturday, April 25th. You MUST bring your own table. Free coffee and

water will be provided. To reserve a space, please contact Anna at 336-314-2336 no later than April 10th, 2015.

Hickory Grove UMC10085 Silk Hope-Liberty Rd

Annual BBQ

Event

SaturdayMarch 14th5pm to 8pmEat In OrTake Out $8 A Plate Or By Pound

BARBEQUE

Shiloh United Methodist Church 7394 Shiloh Road - Liberty, NC 27298

Liberty / Julian / Ramseur Area (Shiloh Road is located off Highway 421 and Ramseur - Julian Road)

Saturday ~ March 7, 2015

5:00 – 7:00PM

ADULTS: $8.00 / CHILDREN: $5.00

FRESHLY COOKED OVER HICKORY COALS

Slaw, Baked Beans, Hushpuppies, Desserts, Tea

Take Outs Available 209-1069 ▪ 622-3705

Proceeds go to the Scholarship Fund and other United Methodist Men Projects

BARBEQUE

Shiloh United Methodist Church 7394 Shiloh Road - Liberty, NC 27298

Liberty / Julian / Ramseur Area (Shiloh Road is located off Highway 421 and Ramseur - Julian Road)

Saturday ~ March 7, 2015

5:00 – 7:00PM

ADULTS: $8.00 / CHILDREN: $5.00

FRESHLY COOKED OVER HICKORY COALS

Slaw, Baked Beans, Hushpuppies, Desserts, Tea

Take Outs Available 209-1069 ▪ 622-3705

Proceeds go to the Scholarship Fund and other United Methodist Men Projects

FOR SALE1987 Honda GL1200 Motorcycle

in perfect condition to give fora good rider due to sudden accident.

Ph 510-404-3642 Contact: [email protected]

Liberty American Legion Post 81 604 South Greensboro Street

Brunswick Stew Sale 21 March 2015

Saturday Afternoon

$8.00 a quart Pick up at American Legion Post 81

Between 3 & 5 p.m.

Thank you for supporting our Programs!

Liberty Ruritan Club

Pinto Bean SupperPintos with all the fixin's.....pintos &

cornbread, slaw, onions and beverageSat, March 21      4 pm till 7 pm

$ 5.00

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SAVE THE DATE“MEGA YARD SALE”

APRIL 24TH & 25TH ANTIQUES FESTIVAL WEEKEND

LIBERTY VETERANS MEMORIAL & GARDEN

SALE TO BE HELD AT THE AMERICAN LEGION POST #81 ALL PROCEEDS GO TO HELP

BUILD OUR MEMORIALWe are now accepting Donations for this Sale, clear out your Garage and donate to a good cause. We are also collecting scrap metal. Give any Board or Committee Member a call for pick-up. Ronnie Kirkman 622-3067Joe Morgan 622-3720Guy Troy 622-3375 Terry Caviness 622-3850 Rhonda Murray 622-4701, Liberty Hardware Cary McMasters 685-4184, American Legion Ruth Smith’s 622-2864 Cleve Caviness 904-451-7444 Ritchie York 622-3118 Kathy Ibsen 824-6921 Gail Morgan 622-3720,The Liberty Artisan & Craft Gallery

SHILOH UMC at  7394 Shiloh Rd., Liberty, NC 27298 ( off of Highway  421 & Ramseur-Julian Rd) is having its

Community EASTER EGG HUNT .

Sat, April 4 starting a 11:00 am Bring your Easter basket and

invite your friends.A light lunch will be served. 

It’s Time To Fill The HouseOlivers Chapel AME Zion Church

Family & FriendsDay 2015

Sun March 22Sunday School 9:45amMorning Worship 11am

Rev Sharon Mitchell, PastorWe Are Celebrating You!!!

Join us for the day. Luke 14:23 ..”Go out into the highways

and hedges, and compel people to come in, so that my house may be filled.”

Come Feel Right At HomeWarm Fellowship

Great MusicInsightful Message

A Church That Understands YouWe Are Saving YOU A Seat.

Olivers Chapel AME Zion Church2715 Olivers Chapel Rd

Staley NC

CHICKEN PIE & BAR-B-Q SUPPER

SATURDAY, March 14, 2015

5:00 p.m. until ... Plates $8.00, BBQ $7.00/lb.

MT. HOPE UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST 2400 Mt. Hope Church Road, Whitsett, NC 27377 (Call 336-697-1561 for more Information)

Community Easter Egg Hunt

At Harvest HouseSunday March 29Event Starts At 12:30pmEgg Hunt Begins Sharply

@ 3pmColoring Room

Photo With Bunny (Cost)Concessions - Hot Dogs -

DrinksSee You There

Men's & Women's Clothing SaleFriday, April 17th, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturday, April 18th, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tabernacle United Methodist Church,

5721 Methodist Road, Greensboro NC

27406 (off Liberty Road) Proceeds go to local missions.

Easter Performances At Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church, Staley NC

Saturday, April 4th at 7 PM and Easter Sunday, April 5th at 11 AM

“Live Performances”

Presentented by Nick Maness and

Steven Brady 7103 Sandy Creek

Church Road Staley, NC Ph. (336) 622-2732

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DOGWOOD BISTRO

766 S Greensboro St, Liberty336.795.1021

HoursTuesday thru Thursday 11a-9pFriday and Saturday 11a-10p

Grow local. Buy local. Eat local.

A Blessing Of A Lady To MeetI had the hardest time coming up with the heading of this story and then I realized what the experience was should be the title. For after meeting Ruby Getter Golden, I realized I was blessed to have got to meet such a great lady. Ruby was born on August 12 in 1907, which makes her a young age of 107 (however she was a spry as a 80 year old). Ruby shared with me she was born in Clifton GA to Henry and Georgia Getter and was one of eleven children. She grew up in the profession of a share cropper and continued into her adult life. Later Ruby married Mr Robert Golden from Danberrry VA and they settled in at Pleasant Garden NC and she had nine wonderful children. Over the years Ruby has worked for the school systems and finally retiring after 45 years in that job. She share cropped on many farms in the triad area. She recalled working for the Millers, Wades, Smiths, Fields, Pattersons and many more, she chuckled at not being able to remember more, but at 107 she has a great memory. Better than I can say for myself. She also shared with me that she cared and took care of children and family member in also of these names she just mentioned. I was told it was no uncommon for Ruby to carry food to someone and make sure they has what they needed. Beulah Church on Beulah Church Rd (which is just up from her house in Liberty) benefited from her devotion to the church family and the Lord. Her constant unwavering FAITH she has brought many to know and trust the Lord God and Jesus Christ His Son. She taught them on how serving God can bless your life. Today she resides in the home place she raised five generations of children with her daughter Hazel Golden (78 years young) and Charlotte Golden her daughter in law from marriage to her son Roy. Charlotte has never left Ruby or Hazel. For you see this is a blessing , you see she has been a constant care giver 24 hours a day without complaint. When anything goes wrong or some people talk bad about Charlotte, they just say, “We need to keep praying for them and let GOD touch there heart that they see there wrong.” Wow, what an example. I was blessed to receive the phone call from Tonya Nesbit to consider a story on this great lady, Ruby. While speaking to Tonya she said, “Over the years since late 80’s I have been privileged to also be encouraged by the strength Ruby’s Faith can have on peoples life. Her example of a Servant Spirit has truly taught both Charlotte and myself the blessing of serving the Lord.” She also told me on Aug 27, 2010 that Beulah Church honored Ruby with Award Of Ministry. Today Ruby has 2 sisters still living, Gressy Brown who just turned 100 and Eurie Ann Davis who is 95. She also has three children Hazel Golden of Liberty, Ruth Coble of Staley and Annett Smith of Greensboro. Lets not forget her faithful and devoted daughter in law, Charlotte P Golden and I will through one in, her adopted daughter Tonya Nesbitt. After visiting with these awesome ladies, I came away rejuvenated and ready to take on the world. With the old saying you want people to see Christ more than they see you, well that is what happened when I met Ruby Getter Golden. Her love for the Lord shined Greatly. I told her thank you for letting me share her story and she said, “It is not my story it is my Saviors story, for I am just a tool blessed to be used by Him to help on this place called earth before I go to my real Home with Him.” I hope this story helps all of us step up to the plate to live a better life and live more for God than we do ourselves.

St Patricks Day March 17th

GrandOpening

Back(LtoR) Tonya Nesbitt, Charlotte Golden, Hazel GoldenFront Bottom Left - Ruby Getter Golden

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Sandy Creek Bakery

State-Inspected Home Based Bakery 7027 Sandy Creek Church Rd, Staley

Call Sandy or Janice At (336)622-2378

Please Call 48 Hours In Advance To Fill Order

Custom made decorated cakes for birthdays, baby showers and other

special occasions Photo cakes

A variety of homemade pies, cakes, and cookies

Raw Redskin PeanutsPintos And Pecans

Sidemeat - Country HamHoopcheese Mild-Sharp

Rockin B FarmsPork and Beef

Rolling Hills Farm BeefHomeland Creamery

Buttermilk, MilkEgg Nog , Ice Cream

Front Porch Hand Dipped Ice Cream

Conrad & HinklePimeto Cheese

Stop By And Grab A Biscuit or Baked Goods

For Breakfast 6 Days A Week

Hunting And FishingGuns, Ammo, Live Bait

SUPPLY GROCERY&

Come Visit UsNew Owners & Locally Owned

Craig & Karen McDarisMon-Fri 6am-8pm Sat 7am-8pm Sun 1pm-5pm

4508 NC Hwy 49N, Liberty

Are You Ready For Turkey & Fishing Season? Come Check

Out Our New Products

CLIMAX FAMILY PRACTICE Welcoming New

Patients Of All Ages!

Ph 674-8237

James Little, MDCheck Out Our

Website: CLIMAXFP.COM

1008 NC 62 East Climax, NC 27233 Hours: 8 to 4 Mon to Thur Call for an appointment

The Roost At Butler Farms Ph (336)213-3118

Rustic Barn Venue for Weddings, Birthday Parties, Anniversaries, Family Reunions,

Class Reunions. 3079 Pike Farm Rd, Staley

Call Us Today

NERMS FFA Chartered The NERMS FFA had their chartering ceremony on November 13th . The State FFA officers and our regional FFA coordinator, Mr. Horace Johnson conducted the ceremony along with the NERMS FFA officers. This ceremony gave us our charter to be recognized as a part of the North Carolina FFA Association and the National FFA Organization. We had 17 members sign our charter as well as our Principal, Mrs. Dana Albright-Johnson. Several parents and members of the community also attended the ceremony. This is just one of our first accomplishments in growing our program.

Be On Lookout New Hours Coming In March

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Booking Now For Proms and Weddings

Phone 336-622-4000 129 S Fayetteville St(Located Behind Well's Health and Healing)

All County Band Students Congratulations! Bottom Row: Jamison McDaniel, Will Rivers, Casey

Beck

“t's "Kidd's" today and has been for decades, and it's still great for food and "news". We "old timers" will always remember it as "Muzzie's". They had the best sliced pork sandwiches anywhere...but it was all good. Lots of us would get hungry after shooting a few games at "Big Un's" and "Little Un's" and step over there for some wonderful food., “ James Brower added to his post in FaceBook.Kevin Bowman, “love to here all the locals history and memories on this place... stories are priceless.” Gayle Day Yeager,” I guess I'm an old timer too - I still call it Muzzie's and the hot dog cheese dog combos are the best bar NONE.” Roy Deaton ,”Used to love those sliced pork sandwiches too,I remember Daddy getting a whole container of it and bringing it home!” Judy York ,”Only place I knew of to have " flat hotdogs ". Because the bread was heated with the presser. Lol. The STORIES that were told there... If the walls could only talk..”. Debby Young,” If those walls started talking we would all be in trouble!!” Kimberly O'Hara ,”I remember it as Muzzies and I loved their hamburgers.”Robie George Gray,” I have eaten many roast pork sandwiches with lettuce and tomato.”James Brower,” Robie, that's just the way I liked them too. A lot of times, we'd get "take outs" on those, and take them back to Reuben's and Rufus's and enjoy them there. I really liked your uncles. They were always good to me.” Robie George Gray ,”That is right; My uncles, Rufus and Ruben's poolroom was next door; Lester and Freddy's hang out and also mine.” Arthur and Nancy Coble ,”not to mention their toasted hot dogs”. Chris Cheek Jobe ,”Eat hot dogs as often as I can when in Liberty. Love’em.” Arthur and Nancy Coble ,”I don't know of another place that toasted the bun?” James Brower ,”Y’all are making me want to get one now! LOL.” Arthur and Nancy Coble,” but they don't toast them any more. Muz would put the dog in the bun and toast the fire out of it and when you ordered one he would put the makings on it , making my mouth do something.” Robie George Gray ,”James Brower; You brought back so many memories; After a football game, Wayne Fogelman, would go in Muzzies and buy a bucket of chicken wings and share with us. That is another tuff dude with a heart of gold.” Sandra Griffin ,”I remember working at Dependable Hosiery (if anyone remembers that mill) and we would send someone to Muzzles for food. The wonderful hot dogs and cheeseburgers. Actually Becky Kidd worked at the hosiery mill back then when Buster took over Muzzies.” Bill Bowman ,”I still stop in for a couple of Cheese Dogs when I come through. Can't get them like that any where else.” Judith Griffith Rogers ,”It still has great food, always crowded when we go-- he keeps the prices down too!!” Randy Smith,” Ok I really felt bad for all of you. So I went and ate a roast pork lettuce and tomato today for lunch it was soooooooo good!!!!!! Man the things you have to do for this group MMMMMMmmmm Good!!!!!” Robie George Gray ,”Thanks Randy Smith!!” Debby Young,” You're such a good friend Randy Smith!!” John Cummings ,”The Chili Cheeseburgers were my favorite.” Beth Burns ,”Combo dogs omg I want one!!!!” Don Herndon ,”Anybody remember "Beef Allred"? He could be surly but always fun to watch. Muzzies did not serve milkshakes or french fries in the old days. If you wanted to really get "Beef" en fuego, drive up for curb service and order milkshakes and fries. I heard him say, "I'm gonna start kicking out windshields tonight!" He also was NOT a fan of long hair, LOL” M.g. Mary Glynn Roberson , “Nothing better than a Muzzie’s / Kidds hotdog-cheese dog combo or a cheeseburger all the way, The take out bag that would be greasy by the time you got home. I need to make a road trip.”Don Herndon ,”My phone # has the same digits(in different order)as the last four numbers of Kidd's. I get a call a month on average for Kidd's, often at a very bad time of day. Today the phone rang at 5:23am with the hapless caller wanting to order. I was nice this time, but in my younger days, I would imitate Buster and take the order. LOL I always wonder what happens when they drive up to get the food. I don't do that anymore.”James Brower ,”Don, "Beef" always wore that white waiter's top, or whatever you call it. I agree. He was not the "eternal optimist", but in a way, he was funny. He was bad to mumble. LOL. My dad said he taught "Beef" in school over at Grays Chapel. Harris York,” My daughter loved their hotdogs. Just no slaw.”Visit the Liberty High School Bulldogs Group on Facebook.

Stroll Down Memory Lane

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Awnings Let Us Help Design & Build Your Dreams

Patio Covers

LOFLIN FUNERALHOME OF LIBERTY212 W Swannanoa Ave, Liberty

Ph 336-622-2256 OfficePh 336-622-2258 Obit LineTyson Nixon, Manager

And Staff

Green Acres Small EngineParts & Service

We carry chains for all brands of chainsaws & wide selection of bars for saws.

We have new lower prices on many maintenance items for the 2015 year. Beat the Spring rush! Have your mower serviced now.

Through March 31, we are offering free pickup & delivery for riding mowers with 10 miles.

2530 NC Hwy 49 N.Ramseur, NC 27316(336) [email protected]

Hours:Tuesday – Friday 8:00 – 5:30Saturday 8:00 – 2:00Closed Sunday & Monday

Ph 336-669-7273

Schenkel Attends Educational Seminar Tabitha R. Schenkel, Liberty, North Carolina, a Modern Woodmen of America representative, has completed a five-day training program at Modern Woodmen’s home office in Rock Island, Ill. The program focused on helping families plan for life and reach their financial goals with Modern Woodmen. Speakers also covered topics including technology, fraternalism, underwriting and a number of other areas vital for success. Founded in 1883, Modern Woodmen of America touches lives and secures futures.  The fraternal financial services organization offers financial products and fraternal member benefits to individuals and families throughout the United States. Securities offered through MWA Financial Services Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Modern Woodmen of America.  Member: FINRA, SIPC. For additional information on Modern Woodmen contact:   Tabitha R. Schenkel, Financial Representative, 336-622-6020, [email protected],

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Meacham Realty, Inc. Tom Meacham

205 E Swannanoa Ave- Liberty Office :622-1998 Fax: 622-5998 Email: [email protected]

CURRENT LISTINGS •3 bedroom, one bath with detached double

garage in liberty on large city lot, $79,500. •3.17 acres, two story barn, well and septic

system on Silk Hope-Liberty Rd.,37,500.00 •1.45 acre lot on liberty Grove Church Rd. Site

built home only,$25,000.00 •3.45 acres in Liberty business district. $35,000 •30+ acres much road frontage on NC Hwy. 49 at

Liberty city limits. REDUCED to $5,000.00 per acre as a whole parcel. •Building lots from 1/2 to 3 acres in all areas

around Liberty. Some are site built only lots, some modular, some doublewide & single wide lots. $22,000 to 39,900 and some are with owner financing.

The Bargain Shop(Thrift store operated by

the Liberty Association of Churches)125 S. Greensboro Street, Liberty

Have You Checked Out All The Great Finds In The

Shop…. New Things We Are Growing

 

Thursday 10—6:00 Friday 10—5:00 Saturday 10—2:00 

Best Value in Town! VIP Savings Card

Your dollars spent here help your neighbors in need

 

Beaver Creek BBQ - Liberty 516 N Greensboro St

Ph 622-4208

M-Th 11am-9pm / F-Sat 11am-10pm

Good BBQ Daily Hot Bar Specials

FREE WIFI

Patterson Cottage Museum Corner -Brenda Heindl, Committee Member Perhaps a unique feature of many of the objects in the collection at the Patterson Cottage is that they were donated with small stories about their history and who owned them. One such piece is a small, bone-handled fork with two tines. On a card is typed, “Belonged to the great aunt (her grandfather’s sister) of the donor, Mrs. Gordon (Lystra Frazier) Congleton.” The donor was Belle Curtis. Anne Lystra Frazier was born in 1893 in Randolph County and passed away in 1992. Forks have been in use at the table since the 1400s and 1500s in the West (and even earlier in some parts of the world), but it was not until the 1700s that they were more commonly used. The typed card states that the fork is over 200 years old, but it is hard to verify the age since two-tined forks were used through the 1800s. The four-tine forks that we are familiar with came into use in the early 1800s. Come by when we reopen in May to see this great object! SUPPORT YOUR COMMUNITY! Become a Friend of the Patterson Cottage, or sign a friend or family member up, and support your community. We have started a fundraising campaign to support the outreach efforts of the museum, conservation and protection of the collections, and preservation of the Patterson Cottage. E-mail [email protected] to receive a form or stop by the Liberty Town Hall to pick one up. Help preserve your community through its history!

We are closed until May, but please contact us if you would like to visit the museum in the coming months.

For more information, e-mail: [email protected] or contact one of the following committee members:

Warren Dixon: 336-622-2731 Brenda Heindl: 336-483-1231 Help us make this YOUR museum!

We are on Facebook! Look for Patterson Cottage Museum and be sure to ‘Like’ us!

Fight Cancer with Fight Cancer with Your Fork – 8 Important Truths

Healthy Eating doesn’t have to be complicated and it can even be fun. Key to making healthy eating fun, however, is knowing what to eat and how to prepare it. Karen Pfohl, RD, LDN, with Randolph Cancer Center, is holding a community seminar called Fight Cancer with Your Fork on Thursday, March 19, from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. at Randolph Hospital. It’s designed to address these important issues. Specifically, Pfohl will center on eight truths that can help lower your risk of getting cancer. Included in the seminar are a brief cooking demonstration and a free tasting of all the prepared food. Fight Cancer with Your Fork is a free event, open to the community, and is one of several community events offered throughout the year. Please register by calling (336) 633-7788.

YARD SALE April 24th & April 25th

Antiques Festival Weekend UNITS Mobile Storage located at 45 Industrial Park Road, Siler City (beside Jerry Harris Auction, right off Hwy 421 to Piney Grove Rd to Old 421 to Industrial Park Rd) is having their YARD SALE again! Come visit our vendors selling Antiques, Furniture, Restaurant Equipment, Clothes, and other Treasures!Clean out your house, garage, closets, attic, clothes, and kids toys to join our largest YARD SALE of the Year! A space is $10 a day or $20 for two days. Restrooms will be available for our vendors.To reserve a space, please contact the office no later than April 20th at (919) 799-7739.

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Gwen Taylor - Owner / Preparer 728 S Greensboro St, Liberty

COMMUNITY AREA RIDE SERVICE

(C.A.R.S.)

A local non-profit organization based in Liberty NC

We offer transportation for residents of Liberty or Staley or folks that have a 622-TELEPHONE exchange to

medical facilities, social service office or nursing homes CALL OUR DISPATCHER

MONDAY-FRIDAY 8AM-5PM

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Kim AldrichFinancial Advisor.

211 Worth StAsheboro, NC 27203336-328-0416www.edwardjones.com

Member SIPC

Our clients’interests come first.

The 100 Man Project Update: The 100 Man Project, Inc. met on February 6, 2015 at 10am at the Liberty Fire Department for our regular monthly meeting. There were twelve members present. The C.A.R.S. program has been very busy with 1305 miles being driven in January 2015. We are always in need of additional volunteers as drivers and invite you to call our Dispatcher at 622-5774 for more information. We also accept monetary donations at P O Box 83, Liberty, NC 27298. The Dental Van is scheduled to be in Liberty on June 5th, 2015. We will start taking applications in March. The charge per patient is $7.00. Contact Kaffy Reynolds at 622-5774 for more information. Remember the Reading Program is continuing at the Liberty Library and Liberty School. Be sure your child registers for this program when checking out a book. You don’t want to miss the Ice Cream Party at the end of the contest and prizes. There is going to be an Art Contest for a new logo for the 100 Man Project, C.A.R.S. Program the Dental Van Clinic as well as the Reading Project at Liberty School and Liberty Library. Anyone may enter the art work and the winner will be awarded a $50.00 Walmart Gift Card. Look for the add in this paper for further information.

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Vendors Welcome

Give us a call or just stop by to renta booth or showcase to displayyour Antiques and Collectibles that you would like to sell.We send in all NC Sales Tax for you.Booths are only $1 a square foot monthly with 10% commission on all sales. Showcases are only $25 & $50 monthly (2 sizes to choose from) with 10% commission on all sales.You Stock...We Sell...GIVE US A TRY TODAY!!!

We are conveniently located at the intersection of Hwy 421 & Hwy 64 in Siler City, NC. Our Mall consists of 30,000 square feet of Antiques & Collectibles with a wide variety of collections from many different vendors coming from all around North Carolina and surrounding areas. Easy access to our Mall, with plenty of parking right at the door, will make your shopping experience with us, enjoyable.

Our Auctions will be held in our Mall for your convenience (time & dates will be updated weekly on our website.) A wide variety of i tems wi l l be sold at our Mall Auctions including but not limited to: Collectibles, Antiques, Furniture, Tools, Toys, Appliances, Autos, Equipment, Guns, Real/Personal Property, Household Items, Etc....Come Join us... You’ll be glad you did!!!

About Countryside Collectibles & Auction

Give us a call for your Estate & Auction Needs...(919) 663-2034 Bobby Steele (919) 548-5500 Mark Brigham

Check us out on the web...www.countrtysideauctioneers.com

COUNTRYSIDE Collectibles

& Antiques MallCOUNTRYSIDE Collectibles

& Antiques Mall219 Chatham SquareSiler City NC 27344Ph. (919) 742-2013

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Collectibles Mall HoursMonday 10am-6pmTuesday 10am-6pm

Wednesday 10am-6pmThursday 10am-6pm

Friday 10am-6pmSaturday 10am-6pm

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PUBLIC AUCTIONAug 16, 9:00AM

Estate Of Danny & Sue Snipes - Living

196 SCOTT FARM RD., ASHEBOROSelling 1,775 sq.ft. Farm House on 30.65 +/- acres, Randolph County, NC.

Parcel: 139205, Parcel ID: 7666139205. (Call for full details)

Real Estate will be sold at 12:00 pm., subject to owner conformation. Call for details or preview. Auctioneer is Agent for the seller. Buyer Agents welcome. 5% down payment from highest bidderrequired day of sale (no refunds). 5% buyer premium.

Directions: From Asheboro: Take I 73/74 (220)South. Exit on New Hope Church Rd. Turn Leftand go to stop sign at 220 Business. Turn Right,Scott Farm Rd. will be on your right. Follow Signs.

Selling Personal Property:2003 John Deere 790 Tractor w/Front End Loaderonly 413 hours, 4x4, Implements for Tractor, JD FinishMower, JD Dump Trailer, JD Bush Hog, JD Rototiller,JD Utility Trailer, Boom Pole, Rorks, etc., YardFurniture, Yard Tools, Hand Tools, Power Tools, Anvil,Enamel Pots, Fuel/Oil Barrels, Shop Fans, WoodKegs, Air Compressors, Honda Generator, R/R Jack,Cast Iron Wash Pot, Chicken Coop, Tillers, PressureWasher, Edger, JD Gun Safe, Wind Mill, Dinner Bell,Hay Rake, Silver Coin, Traps, .22 Remington, Misc.Pottery, Scaffolding, Wood Splitter, Wrought IronFence, Drill Press, Lathe, Corn Planter, Horse Buggy,Backpack Blower, John Boat, Chain Saws, Mower,Fire Box, Household Items, Log Chains, Misc.Advertisement (Signs, Thermometers, Traffic, Tins, &MUCH, MUCH MORE!!!

Furniture:Hoosier Cabinet, Oak Ice Box, Oak Server, Step BackCupboard, Farm Table, Pierced Tin Cabinet WoodCook Stove, Wood File Cabinet, Corner CabinetsCedar Chest, Refrigerator, Quilt Cabinet, Rockers,Chest of Drawers, Hutch, Desk, Porch Table, Buffet,Chairs, Swing, Coffee Table, End Tables, Misc.Cabinets, Wood Benches, Display Cabinets, 2 LeatherChairs, 2 Leather Stools & MUCH, MUCH MORE!!!

See Website For Terms & Conditions!

MANY ITEMS NOT LISTED.... Other Items May Be Added! Check Website For Updates!

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RAM AIRE MECHANICAL SERVICE, INC1103 WILLIAMS ST, RAMSEUR, NC PHONE (336)521-0715

Commercial SystemsWe know the problems with a company’s HVAC system can result in their bottom

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your company up and running.

Residential SystemsWe offer residential services on all makes and models of

equipment from gas, oil, electric and heat pumps. We also service mobile homes.

We offer maintenance contracts for preventive

maintenance.

The Liberty Artisan & Craft Gallery

Displaying The Work Of Over100 Artists and Craftspeople

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*Special financing offers valid on qualifying systems only. All sales must be to homeowners in the United States. Void where prohibited. The Home Projects Visa card is issued by Wells Fargo Financial National Bank. Specialterms apply to qualifying purchases charged with approved credit at participating merchants. The special terms APR will continue to apply until all qualifying purchases are paid in full. 0% APR/60 Months: The minimummonthly payment will be the amount that will pay for the purchase in full in equal payments during the special terms period. For newly opened accounts, the regular APR is 27.99%. The APR will vary with the market basedon the U.S. Prime Rate. The regular APR is given as of 1/10/2012. If you are charged interest in any billing cycle, the minimum interest charge will be $1.00. The regular APR will apply to certain fees such as a late paymentfee or if you use the card for other transactions. If you use the card for cash advances, the cash advance fee is 5.0% of the amount of the cash advance, but not less than $10.00. Monthly payment if shown based on$7,100 purchase.

Swaim Electric

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Children’s Consignment SalePleasant Union United Methodist Church is sponsoring a Children’s Consignment sale on Friday, March 13 from 7:00 am – 8:00 pm and Saturday March 14 from 8:00 am – 2:00 pm. Selected items are half price on Saturday. Items include children’s clothing (ages 0 to teen), maternity clothing, shoes, toys, games, videos, books, baby equipment (car seat, strollers, swings, etc.), baby/juvenile/children’s furniture, bikes/sporting goods/outdoor play equipment, bedding/crib sets/blankets and much more. This event is open to the whole community. For more information or to become a consignor, contact [email protected]. Check us out on Facebook at www.facebook.com/PUUMCCONSIGNMENT. Donations of clothing, baby items, etc. will also be accepted. Pleasant Union UMC is located at 5929 Coble Church Road in Liberty, NC (near the intersection of Coble Church Road and Highway 62) The phone number is 336.685.4093.

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Keep a level head in anup-and-down market.

Colleen Downey Mitchell,AAMS®Financial Advisor.

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Member SIPC

Call us now to schedule your

spring service of your AC

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5Now open all day on weekdays! Saturday 11am to 2 pm - Closed Sunday

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Remember Pulley O’Briant’s

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Commercial/Retail Property for Rent 215 S. Greensboro St., Liberty, NC

Located in Dollar General Shopping Ctr.

UPGRADE YOUR LOCATION/WATCH YOUR BUSINESS GROW

For Sale: 523 Edgewood Dr., Liberty, NC 27298."Beautiful all brick home w i t h e s t a b l i s h e d landscap ing in qu ie t ne ighborhood. Wi th in walking distance of park and only a short drive to Greensboro, Asheboro and Burlington. Home features k i tchen wi th backyard view, stainless appliances, open dinning room, spacious living areas, brick walkway and l a r g e b a c k d e c k . H o m e o w n e r s h a v e recently updated flooring in the kitchen, dinning room, living room and h a l l w a y a s w e l l a s replaced the A/C unit in 2014."

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Simple Steps to Seed Starting Success By Melinda Myers Get a jump on the growing season by starting your favorite or hard to find plants indoors from seeds. Starting hard to find plants, like many of the heirloom or newly introduced varieties, from seed may be the only way you will be able to add these to your garden. Plus, you’ll be extending the growing season and bringing the fun of gardening indoors. All you need is a little space, a few supplies and of course seeds to get started. Check the back of your seed packets for planting directions. Most recommend when and how to start seeds indoors as well as any other special care the seedlings will need. Purchase, recycle or make your own containers from newspaper. Sanitize used pots by dipping them in a one part bleach and nine parts water solution and then rinsing them with clean water. Fill the containers with a sterile well-drained potting mix or seed starting mix. Once the containers are filled, For most seeds, plant them twice their diameter deep and gently water. Continue to water often enough to keep the soil slightly moist. Extend the time between watering and increase your seed starting success by covering the container with plastic. Or purchase a seed starting kit, like the self-watering Growease seed starter kits. Move your containers to a sunny window as soon as the seedlings emerge from the soil. Turn plants often to encourage even growth. Or increase your success by growing seedlings under artificial lights. You can make your own light system or purchase tabletop, shelf units or easy to assemble light systems, like Stack-N-Grow (gardeners.com). Keep the lights four to six inches above the top of the seedlings for best results. As the seedlings grow, be sure to maintain this distance by simply raising the lights or lowering the containers. Move overcrowded seedlings to larger containers once they have two sets of true leaves. The first leaves that appear are rather indistinct and are called seed leaves. The next set of leaves look more like the mature plant’s leaves and are called true leaves. Once the next set of true leaves forms, it is time to transplant overcrowded seedlings. Use a fork or spoon to carefully lift out the seedling. Clusters of seedlings can be dug and carefully teased apart before planting in individual pots. Be careful not to pinch and damage the young tender stems. Place seedlings in their own clean container filled with moist sterile potting mix. Plant the young plants at the same depth they were growing in the original container. Thin seedlings started in individual containers as needed. If you planted several seeds in each small container remove all but the healthiest one. Prune the weaker seedlings to ground level, so the remaining seedling can develop into a strong transplant for the garden. Continue to grow your plants in a sunny window or under artificial lights and water thoroughly and often enough to keep the soil slightly moist. Soon it will be time to move your homegrown transplants into the garden.

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At Chatham Hospital, convenient, quality care is our number one priority. And with the backing of one of the world’s leading academic medical centers, residents of Randolph County can hold us to that promise. Expert care is just down the road in Siler City.

Siler City, NC | 919-799-4000chathamhospital.org