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VOLUME 2! N _ THURSDAY, JANUARY 8, 1998 1 ^ TWENTY-FIVE CENTS
Sheriff Glenn Maynor
Commissioner Noah Woods
Congressman Mike Mclntyre
Sheriff Glenn Maynor
Files for Re-Election
Glenn Maynor, Sheriff of Robeson**
County, has filed for re-election to his 1
second term as Sheriff. In making his
announcement. Sheriff Maynor released
the following statement:
"To the citizens of Robeson
County. First let me thank you for
allowing me to serve as your sheriff
for the past three years. We have
accomplished a lot. 1 promised when
elected in 1994 that 1 would be fair,
and I have been; I promised to be
effective, I have been; and I promised
to be honest and 1 have been.
"1 am thankful for the working
relationship that I have had with our
commissioners which has enabled us
to computerize our sheriffs department
and jail, which now puts us in
line with other sheriffs departments
across the state. Although a lot has
been accomplished, there is still a lot
that needs to be done.
"I have opened eight sheriffs department
sub-stations across our
county and will open nine before this
month is out in the Oxendine School
community. We have been able to do
this at no expense to the taxpayers of
our county. This is a promise I made
during my last election. The deputies
are more visible and more effective
by working in these communities. The
areas where we have our sub-stations
located, crimes have decreased by
30% or more. 1 am grateful to the
citizens in these communities for their
assistance in locating and helping us
repair, and in some cases build new
buildings. This is a good example of
what can happen by us working together.
"I have said so many times that I.
love this county and only want what is
best for its citizens. Under my administration
we have had one of the most
successful drug units in the state. We
must continue to try and eliminate the
one thing that is destroying families
and communities.
"We feel it is important to let you,
the citizens, know where these monies
are being spent. In the past our officers
have had to purchase their own
weapon^ now we are taking drug asset
monies and purchasing their weapons
for them. Also bullet proof vests,
walkie-talkies and etc.
"I promised to put together a standard
operating procedures manual
(S.O.P.), something the department
has never had. 1 am proud to say that
the manual is now at the printer.
"We are working out the possibility
of a 12-hour shift which will enable
more deputies to be on duty seven
days a week, 24 hours a day. 1 have
enjoyed a good working relationship
with the employees within the sheriffs
* department, and 1 am grateful for
that.
"Let's not stand still. Let's not go
back. Let's continue to move forward
in a positive direction as we have for
the past three years. For all the citizens
of our county,. 1 ask for your
continued prayers and support.
"1 dedicate this election to my parents,
Jordan and Myrtle Maynor.
Noah Woods to Seek Third
Term as County Commissioner
Noah Woods of 220 Carter Mor- i
gan Road, Pembroke, will seek reelection
to represent District IV on the i
Robeson County Board of Commis- '
sioners for a third term. A native and
lifelong resident of Robeson County,
he graduated from Pembroke High
School and received a B.S. degree
from Pembroke State University and a
M.A. and Ed.S. degrees from East
Carolina University. He is a recipient
of the James W. Batten Educational
Leadership Award from the School of
Education at East Carolina University.
Woods is the Principal of Pembroke
Elementary SchooJ and is currently
completing 36 years of teaching,
leadership, and service to public
education in Robeson County.
Woods states that his campaign
will continue hisoriginal slogan: Qualified
by Leadership and Service. Woods
has been active in the United States
Jaycees at the coal, state and national
levels; is a former president of the
Pembroke State University Alumni
Association; served by presidential
appointment by former President
Jimmy Carter to the National Advisory
Council on Indian Education; has
been active in the North Carolina Tar
Heel Principals Association; has
coached Little League Baseball for30
years; and is a former member of the
State Board of Directors of the North
Carolina Association ofCountyOomw
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missioners. During the pasttwo terms.,
woods has served on the Robeson
County Public Works Committee, the
Robeson County Personnel Committee,
and chaired the Robeson County
Health Department. In
announcing a bid for re-election.
Woods issued the following statement;
"I have had the opportunity to
serve the people of District IV and
Robeson County for the past seven
years. During that time, I have sought.
to promote and support issues of fairness,
equity and quality leadership
and service. I am'most appreciative
for the support of the District IV constituency
and the people of Robeson
County for working with the Robeson
County Board of Commissioners in
providing quality leadership for the
benefit of all people of Robeson
County.
" A commissioner has but one vote,
therefore, what is accomplished by a
commissioner is inherent upon his/her
ability to work.- with other commissioners
as a team. Open discussion of
issues and respect for differences is
essential to effective leadership. This
approach has worked well for the
Robeson County Board of Commissioners.
If elected to a third term,. 1
will continue to listen to the concerns
of the people, represent those concerns
to the body politic, and ensure
that I strive to promote openness and
trust within the Robeson County Board
ofCommissioners to ensure that we all
strive to make the best decisions for
the people.
"1 am proud to have been a part of
the Robeson County Board of Commissioners
for the past seven years.
With the support of the other commissioners,
we have made significant
strides in the overall quality of life in
Robeson County. We have focused
on: (1) transportation by continuing
progressive highway and road projects
totaling S2M for 1997-98, including
the paving of secondary roads; (2)
safety through signalization projects
at NC 710/711, RR 1340 and RR
1352, and enhancement of countywide
91 1 service, 24-hour ambulance
service with rescue squad back up,
and environmental ordinances for intensive
livestock operations, and the
development of a long-range plan for
-waste management, a self-supporting
plan for waste management, and reduced
stream flow consistent with SB
111; (3).intplementation of Phase IV
expanded water systems with no rate
increase in 8 years; (4) increased the
senior citizens' exemption for property
taxes and decreased properly
taxes from .99/100 valuation to .81/
100 valuation;
(5) expanded recreation programs
' with capital outlay for recreational
facilities; (6) support for educational,
See HJ0ODS on Page 4
Congressman Mclntyre
Files For Re-Election
I.umherton, NC ? Seventh DistriclCongrcssmanMikcMclntyrc(D
Lumbcrton) filed recently for rc-clcclionto
the U S House of Representatives
Mclnlyrc. who was elected in
19%. was joined b> his family at the
Secretary of State's office in Raleigh
for the official filing.
Congressman Mel ntyrc said. "Representing
the values and beliefs of
southeastern North Carolinians is a
high and distinct priv ilege that I hav e
sought to honor as the people's v oicc
I am pleased with the work and
progress we have made in improving
the lives of those who work and Ifvc
here However, there remains much
that needs to be done to continue the
fight for our North Carolina families
and businesses with visions igor. and>
valor Therefore. I ant officially filing
today to seek the support of the citizens
of the 7th District to continue as
their representative in Washington "
Some of Mclntyre's accomplishments
this past year include
Obtaining education grants for our
local community colleges and universities.
Enacting tax cuts for family
farms and small businesses; Securing
economic development grants to pro
tccl and provide new jobs for ourlocal
communities: Ensuring the availability
ofcrop insurance for N C tobacco
farmers. Securing funding for three
projects at the Wilmington port. Prosiding
beach rcnourishmcnt funds to
protect our beautiful beaches. Guaranteeing
that 6ur senior citizens, veterans.
and military retirees' benefits
arc protected and Fighting for military
projects and equipment at Ft
Bragg. PopcAFB. and Camp Lcjcunc
Mclnlvrc. yvho serves on both the
House Agriculture Committee and
National Security Committee, kicked
off his campaign re-election last October
with a rally in Lumbcrlon. Oyer
l(K)t) supporters I'romall across southeastern
N.C gathered to lend their
support to the Congressman
Under recent redisricting approved,
by the federal courts, the Seventh
District will include all of Bladen.
Brunswick. Columbus. Duplin. New
Hanov er and Pcndcrcounlicsand parts
of Cumberland. Robeson, and Sampson
counties
Any individuals interested in learning
more about Congressman Mclntvrc
or volunteering for the campaign
may call 010-738-VOTE (8683)
Filing for local, stale and national elections began on Monday,
^ January 5, 1998. Filing will continue until February 2, 1998. ^
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tongue is Seeking Re-electwn To
The House Of Representatives
Representative Douglas Y. Yongue
'* Representative Douglas Y. Yonguc
of Laurinburg announced recently that
he will be seeking re-election to the
North Carolina House ofRcprcscnlatives
in 1998. He has served the 16th
District which encompasses sections
of Scotland. Moore. Robeson and
Cumberland Counties since 1993.
"The General Assembly accomplished
a great deal during the last
session." the Democratic lawmaker
said. "We havccul taxes, raised teacher
pay. and ha\c initialed efforts loclcan
up the stale's waterways. However,
much more legislation heeds to be
ratified in order to advance the quality
of life for the cili/cns of our great
state, Yonguc said
Representative Yonguc supports
fiirthcr tax reductions, and sees a special
need to eliminate the food tax in
North Carolina The retired educator
fully supported the excellent schools
act that was enacted during the pas
session and hopes to sec its intent fully
implemented Other major areas
Yonguc wants to see addressed include
a meaningful welfare reform
package thai will eliminate the fraud
;ind abuse common in the current
system The environment is another
area of major concern to Representative
Yonguc He believ es meaningful
environmental regulations can only
take effect once all contributors to
environmental pollution arc identified
and appropriately regulated He
supports legislation to protect our
environment that will insure a ?lcan
environment for future generations to
enjoy.
Rcprcscnlaliv c Yonguc iscurrcntly
serv ing on the following committees
within the N.C. House of Representatives:
Environment. Appropriations.
Education Appropriations (Subcommittee).
PcnsionsandRctircmcnl. and
Agriculture. He is also serving on
study commissions, including the
Education Oversight Committee and
the Select Committee for Federal Education
Grants
Yonguc. a native of Lunibcrlon.
has lived in Laurinbtirg since early
childhood He is a retired educator
hav ing served in v arious tcachingand
administrative assignments in the
public school systems of both Scotland
and Robeson Counties Yonguc
is currently president of a small construction
firm in Scotland County. He
and his vv ifc Millie resident G04 Prince
Street. Laurinburg and arc charter
members of St. Luke United Methodist
Church They have two adult children
Douglas jr. a pharmacist and
Beth, a veterinarian
Representative Yonguc emphasized
that it has been a great privilege
and honor to have served in the General
Assembly. He looks forward to
continuing to'rcprcscnt the citizens of
the 16th House District Yonguc welcomes
your views on issues and concerns
that affect our state and your
welfare
Public Hearing On
Dialysis Center
A Public hearing will be held at the
Pembroke Courthouse on Monday,
January 12, 1998 beginning at 1:30
P.M. The purpose of the Public Hearing
is to hear comments from citizens
relative to the opening of a Dialysis
Center in Pembroke.
Professional Providers, a home
health care agecny locally owned and
operated by Paul Brooks, is in competition
with two out of the area conglomerates.
One of those isproposing
to open a center in Pembroke. The
other proposal plans to expand the
existing dialysis facility operating in
Lumberton. Professional Providers,
has provided home health care needs
to residents of Robeson and adjoining
Scotland county since 1995. They are
capable of providing quality care for
patients with End Stage Renal disease
in an effective and caring manner.
This personalized care is essential to
the care ofthese patients. First American
Publications wholeheartedly supports
the application of Professional
Providers to establish a dialysis facility
in Pembroke. We urge all citizens
to come out and speak in support of
the proposal.
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Landa Gaddy to Seek
Election to Robeson
County Board of
Commissioners-District 2
Fairmont, N( --Landa B Gaddx
lias officially filed (January 5. IW8)
and declared her candidacy for the
position of County ConimissioncrDistricl
2 While the Max Priniarx
max bcsomexxhal timet. Mrs (iaddx
said. "Qsttcral P.leetions IWKwill be
an opportunity ol ehoiee and a challenge
for the people to move itxxax
from the traditional 'Straight-Ticket'
xoting; thus, xotmg for the name of
the candidate by 'shading.the ox a I bx
my name '"
Mrs Landa B Gaddy is a natixe
Robcsonian (Fairmont) where she
completed her high school education
She attended the I dgcconibeand Fax - v.
cttcx illc Community Colleges having
rcccixcd Certification in Financial
Planningand Inx cstinenl and Certification
as a substitute, classroom
teacher Landa Ciaddx duaghlcr of
Anna Mac Bakcrand the latcThurston
Baker, is married loDaxid H Gaddx.
Jr and they liaxc three children and
six grandchildren. She is a member of
God'sGift FclloxxshipChurch. Loxclie
Rd . Luinbcrlon
"I have alxxaxs been actixcly in- xolxed
in Robeson County's xxcil-bcuig
xxhich has great potential xxith its
rich cultures and resources, dixcrsitx
and caring people Therefore. I desire
to enhance my participation through
county government and focus on fairness
of ircatnicnls and scrxiecs for
and bx agencies' personnel, department
heads, and fostering working
relationships among agencies." said
Gaddy
Mrs. Gaddy said "My priorities
include support for education: economic
dcxclopmcnt: increased jobs - "
and financial scciiritv forourciii/cns:
environmental concerns: and improved
health-care and public assistance
for the elderly and youth while
stabilizing our lax system "
Mrs. Gaddy'conlinued "I feel confident
that I will be able to do an
outstanding job as Comity Commission
basedon nix 47 years of community
involvement and scrxiecs. experiences.
and training as program designer.
trainer, and in marketing ncixx'orkingbx
the Opra Ridge Resources
of Raleigh"
Landa Gaddy is the first Black
woman to integrate the textile industry
inRobcson.co-foundcroflhc Rolx.son
County BlackCaucus ( 1074) the
I yv7 Robeson County Black linproxenieiil
Assoei.gion Ine and louiidet
ol t lie Youth SclHinproxeiiieul Association.
Inc. in IbXti
Other serx ices i elide led to the
people of Robeson County by Mrs
Gaddx include member of the Board
ofo Trustees. Robeson Community
College, piano teacher. Director of
Gospel Choirs and Ministries elections
registrar, and NC Public School
Gricxancc Committee member
Mrs Gaddy concluded by saying.
If I can help somebody .'is I pass
along, my living will not be in xain "
Nominees Sought For
Lumhee Homecoming
POinbrokc-The Indian Honor As
sociation of Robeson County. Inc is
seeking nominees lobe honored during
the July 4th edition ofthe Carolina
Indian Voice'Thecatcgoriesol nominees
arc as folloxxs: Retired Lducators.
Retired Military. Retired Pastors:
Lax.ycrs; Doctors of Medicine:
and our Elders
If you or anyone you know might
qualify for one Of these categories, w e
inx ite you to call and submit a nominal
ion to one of the followim- persons:
Garth Locklcar (521-261?) l.emark
Harris (521-0501); Pauline B
Locklcar (521 -4277): 1 ,ec A Max nor
(521-0174): R'cx WeltonLoxxrx (S?|45S4):orJcannicD.
I honipsui .s -i
1114) ,
j,.1 I his is thc second annual honor, ng
of our Indian retiiccsand piofessiontil
people Please feel free to help us
identify all those eligible to be honored
Say You Read It In The
Carolina Indian Voice. To
Subscibe Call (910) 521-2826.