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The New Year Startes off with a BANG!
The New Year Mas started oft"with a BANG! The Lord is Alive and good.
Ms faith has been reaffirmed in the goodness of His people.
On Wednesday January 2.2002 I ssas in my house doing some shores when
I heard the weather report that snoss was possibly coming in maybe late
Wednesdaj night or earls the next morning I did not take it seriously since
ssc seldom base snoss. Sometime in the earls P VI I looked out and sure1
enough I sass "snoss Hakes". .
I called a friend to chat ssith since I had not talked to her during the Ness
Year. She lives alone, so tasked her if she ssould like for me to get her and
bring her to spend some lime in case the sseather did get bad. She accepted. I
ssent out in the Country a fess miles and ssas returning to toxsn and decided to
stop at the grocery store for a few items before getting home. Needless to say
I got much more than I needed, but just wanted to be sure to have plenty in
cascthe storm did get bad I cooked and we ate. and then cooked more during
the night and earls the next morning. When sse sat down to eat ham. potato
salud. baked ssseet potatoes, etc. I thought about another dear precious lads.
I called her to see if she could use some food. Then I realized I better not get
on the road due to my inexperience of drising in hazardous weather.
.1 called our local police Dept. to request that they provide the transportation
for me. After Waiting about 45 minutes ssith no one yet. I decided to call
the Honorable Mr. Milton Hunt. In less than a fess minutes Officer Horace
Dial rang my door bell. He took the food and told me that if I needed anything
else to just call and not hesitate. I really did appreciate his kindness!
On Friday morning I went to fill an appointment at my doctor's office.
' When I arrived and got out of my car. I came wjthin two feet of his doorand
realized that he was not open. Then I slipped and fell and could not get up!
There was no one in sight. 1 breathed just a short prayer and looked up and
"The Good Lord" had provided a "guardian angel" in the form of Mr. Charlie .
Locklear. He helped me to my car and showed great concern. What could
have been a serious injury was only a small "cut" on my hand. My faith in my
Lord has been greatly reaffirmed.
Mayor Hunt and Mr. Charlie Locklear. 1 am so appreciative for your help
and concern for others.
The Lord is so ? GOOD ! He is AL1VF. in 2002!
Thanks for your MANY BLESSINGS.
Sincerely.
Elssie Dial Jones
Pembroke. NC
Psychic Performer Returns to UNCP
PEMBROKE-- Two years ago Craig Karges left his audience at UNCP
stunned with disbelief when he levitated a table, read people's thoughts and
performed mind-boggling illusions.
The nationally recognized, award-winning entertainer and author is returning
to the UNCP campus Jan. 23. He will present his workshop "The Intuitive
Edge" at 10 a.m. in the Chayis University Center and he will perform his
breath-taking show at 8 p.m. in Moore Hall Auditorium. Both events are free
and open to the public.
Craig Karges's performance is a unique combination of psychology, mystery
and humor that dazzles the mind and challenges the senses. He "has appeared
on the "Tonight Show with Jay Leno," "Larry King Live." and many
other shows on Lifetime Television. Tox News channel. CNBC, CNN Headline
News and E! Entertainment Television. Comedian and talk show host
Dennis Miller, put it this way: "this weirds me our."
Karges's show involves audience participation. Borrowed finger rings from
audience members are linked together in a chain, thoughts are read and predictions
made and verified right before their eyes.
' I try to make iny audience feel they are a pait ot something they have never
experienced before and hopefully will never forget," says Karges. "My goal is
to entertain people through the creation of mystery and to get them to open
their minds to greater possibilities."
Karges does not possess supernatural powers, he says, nor does he claim to
be a magician. He does not prearrange anything with members of the audience,
and he even offers S100,000. payable to charity, if anyone can prove he
uses hidden assistants to accomplish his demonstrations.
The focus of Karges's message is empowerment. His "Intuitive Edge" workshop
teaches memory techniques and how to tap into the unconscious mind to
enhance creativity, intuition and decision making. Karges's success in this
area has also produced a book, "Ignite Your Intuition." published by Health
communications (best known for Chicken soup for the Soul).
Corporate giants such as IBM, McDonald's. General Motors and General
Electric have relied upon Craig Karges for his motivational talents. "Ordinary
people are capable of extraordinary results because we all possess extraordinary
capabilities. I communicate that massage both verbally and visually,"
says Karges.
Pembroke BPW Organization
continues promoting welfare
of women and children
ny ivonne names Dial
The Pembroke Business and Professional
Women's Organization has
continued to find itself busy promoting
the welfare of women and children
During BPW Week in October,
members provided cake and ice cream
to the elderly at Maynor Manor and
district chairperson. 1 lelen I lephron,
spoke at the monthly meeting about
the purpose of the organization and
encouraging members to continue to
support the organization ?;
Several guest speakers provided
valuable information to the members
involving health issues and crime prevention
Dr Thomson Florian spoke
to the group about pain management
and headaches, and officers Paul
Pittman. Brian Duckworth, and Reese
Oxendinc of the Robeson County
Sheriffs Department, shared infor
mution concerning safety precautions
and procedures to help reduce crime
in the local communities
In December, the club sponsored a
Christmas dance in memory of the
victims who lost their lives in the
September ) 1. 2001 terrorist attack
The proceeds will be used as scholarship
funds for women who wish to
pursue a college degree Members
also had dinner at Adelio's and exchanged
gifts. During the Christmas
^-Season each year, the members collect
money and give it as a gift to a lady
who has experienced financial difficulty.
The organization meets every lirst
Monday of each month at 7 00 P M
upstairs in the James B Chavis center
at IJNCP For more information President
Marie Moore at 521-4421
Shown left to right: Robeson County Sheriffs Department Officers Paul
Pittman, Reese Oxendine and Hrian Duckworth share safety precautions
and crime prevention tips to members of the Pembroke Husiness and
Professional Women's Organization.
Shown above left to right; Bill Roberts, CRA officer First Hank; Deanna
l.owry, Principal CIS Academy anil Lucille Lock/ear, Br. Mgr. First Bank.
First Bank of Pembroke has been in the Pembroke community since .March
26th, 21101 ant!Lucille Locklear, BR. MGR anil her staff would like to take
a moment to thank the community for hanking with them. The Pembroke
community and surrounding communities have made us prosper this year
hv stinking with us through a very difficult time. Mithout the commitment,
love and support of our customers this transition would not have been successful.
From the entire staff of First Bank in Pembroke we would like to
say; A Happy, Healthy anil Blessed \ew Year to each of you.
First Bank has and will continue to be a home town bank. Lucille Locklear
of Pembroke First Bank Presented a check to Mrs. Deanna l.owry of
the CIS Academy of Pembroke for S 1,1100.00 to help with their students
annual outing.
Also donations were given this year to; Project Graduation, American
Cancer Society, The Miss Lumhee Pageant, Out Going Miss Lumbee's Tea,
to each Present Miss Lumhee, The Pembroke Police Dept., The Pembroke
Fire Dept., The Baby Love Project, The IIest Robeson Dixie Majors, Strike
at the Hind, PurnellSwell Booster Club, Robeson County Fireman \ Asso.,
Pembroke Chamber of Commerce, After Hours Christmas Social, The Pembroke
Community Welfare, The Robeson County United W ay, and the staff
of the bank raised SI,020.00for the Family Relief Fund for the Sept. II,
201)1 tragedy.
First Bank in Pembroke looks forward to being a virtual and committed
part of the Pembroke and surrounding communities.
Again Thanks for allowing us to he of service to you.
May God Bless You and Yours.
All UNCP Alumni are Invited to Attend.
SOUPS "N" HOOPS
Saturday. January 19. 2002 in the Jones P.E. Building at 3:30 p.m. Enjoy
a variety of soups <fc chili with all the trimmings and a chance to show off
your skills on the Basketball court in the ! loops Competition of halftir.ic.
Ten lucky alumni will be chosen to participate and "show their stuff".
IJNC Pembroke
vs.
Clayton College & State University
For further information and reservation, please call (910) 521-6213 or entail:
aluinni@papa.uncp.edu.
Hosted by UNCP and the UNCP Alumni Association.
Edward James Olmos Visists UNCP
PEMBROKE- Award-winning actor director activ ist Edward James Olmos
will speak as part of UNC Pembroke's Distinguished Speaker Series Monday.
January 28 at 7:00 p.m. in the Givcns Performing Arts Center on the
UNCP campus. Tickets are just S5 for the general public and free to students,
facility and staff with a UNCP ID.
The multi-talented star of films like "Zoot Suit." "American Me." "Selena"
and "Blade Runner" has made a name in the entertainment industry and now
he uses it to promote awareness to issues in the Uatin American community.
In 1999. he launched a nationwide multimedia project called "Americanos:
l.atino Life in the United States." a celebration of Latino culture throuuh
photography, film, music, and print. Co-sponsored by Time Warner Inc.. the
project is designed to inspire Latino pride and build bridges between Latinos
and other cultures. It includes a five-year traveling photography exhibit organized
by the Smithsonian Institution and the Smithsonian Center for Latino
Initiatives: a documentary on HBO: and a book, co-edited by Olmos. of essays.
photos, and commentary by notable figures in the Hispanic community.
He is also the executive director of the Lives In Hazard Educational Project,
a national gang prevention program funded by the U.S. Department of Justice.
and he played an instrumental role in the cleanup efforts after the L A.
riots, the 1993 Los Angeles earthquake, and Hurricane Andrew in Florida.
While busy producing, directing and acting. Olmos also makes time to be the
Goodwill Ambassador for UNICEF. and a national spokesperson for organizations
like the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation.
Olmos is known as the Olivier of the Latino world for his work in TV and
film. Olmos was honored with a Golden Globe Award and nomination for art
Emmy Award for his work in HBO's "The Burning Season." the story of the
Brazilian political activist Chico Mendcs. His company. Olmos Productions,
has several projects in development for film and television.
In addition to his Academy Award nominations. Olmos won an Emmy Award
and a Golden Globe Award for his portrayal of Lt. Castillo on the popular
television series "Miami Vice."
The UNCP Speaker Series will feature Maya Angelou February 26 and
conclude it's series on April 2 with Native American writer Sherman Alexie.
Fastest Growing Outdoor Activity
(NAPS)?Birding is the fastestgrowing
outdoor activity in North
America, according to the National
Survey on Recreation and the
Environment. More than 71 million
people?one in four?watch
birds. If you'd like to join them?
or already have, study an unfamiliar
bird and note the shape of
the bird's body and tail; its color
and pattern; its behavior: does it
walk, swim, fly; its songs and
calls; its habitat: forest, marsh,
etc. You can use the clues you've
gathered to zero in on the name of
the bird with the help of the
online field guides available for
free at www.eNature.com. The
site provides a wealth of information
about nature for beginners
and expert birdwatchers.
To meet increased expectations
for multifunctional skin products
that deliver immediate results,
Lancdme has developed a skincare
product called Absolue. By targeting
the primary needs of aging
I ru
skin?as a result <if chronological
aging, hormonal riuctuations and
photo-aging, including sun exposure?Absolut1
was created to help
restore skin's youthful appearance.
It intensely hydrates the skin
while improving its elasticity and
visibly reviving skin clarity. Wild
yam. sea algae and soy extract
make up the formula, plus SPF 15
for complete protection. For more
information about Absolue, visit
www.lancome.com or the
Lancftmc counter at a nearby
department store.
Chavis Elected to SRMC Foundation Board
i uckes Welsh, president an?J Cl-.O n
ot Southeastern Regional Medical I
Center, announced the election ot a II
ne\s member to the SRMC I ounda- m
lion Board. I.arrs R Chavis.
"We are Vers pleased to have a com- I
munity leader like Larry Chavis as I
part os our Foundation team." Welsh I
said. Chavis. who is president and I
CLOof I utnhee Guaranty Bank, will 1
sere a tour-year term on the I ounda- H
Hon Board beginning this month and
ending in January 2006,
Chavis has received mans leadership
awards, including "businessman
of the sear" from the l.umbee Regional
Development Association.
Kiwanian of the sear, and the distinguished
alumnus award front l.NC
Pembroke. He is active in the Committee
of 100. Bos Scouts of America.
Pembroke Kiwanis. United Was of
Robeson Counts, the Carolina Civic
Center, the CNC-P Inundation. and
Reeds Branch Baptist Church, where
he serves as treasurer and deacon.
Among his professional memberships
are the N.C. Bankers Association and
the Continuity Bankers Association.
His is currently chair of the N.C.
Bankers Peer Group.
"I am familiar with SRMC and the
full range of health care services they
have brought to our counts over the
past I 5 to 20 sears, from fitness services
to a cardiac cath lab." Chavis
said. "I am vers pleased to join the
foundation Board, which is forging,
ahead to develop the needed resources
so that SRMC can continue to offer
quality healthcare, with facilities and
equipment second to none."
A native of Robeson Counts who
grew up in the Rowland area. Chavis
has spent 30 sears in the banking industry.
15 years with Southern National
Bank before joining Lumbee
Guaranty Bank* in 1087. Since he be
came CI O of Uumbee Guaranty
Bank, n has expanded from one to ten
locations in the region. Chavis".educational
background includes an undergraduate
degree from C'NC Pembroke
and a master's degree in business
administration from Campbell
University He has also taken additional
courses in banking and management
at UNC Chapel Hill and The
U'niversitv of Wisconsin.
Chavis and his wife, the'former
l.oleta Hunt, live in l.umberton Their
daughter Melissa is a senior at Tast
Carolina Univcrsitv while their son
Alex is a freshman at UNC Pembroke.
Other members of the SRMC foundation
board are: Fave Caton. Claude
fulghum. Dixon Gerber. M.D.. Jerrv
Johnson. Ravmond Johnson. Randall
Jones. Doris McCormick, John
McUean. Anne McQueen. Stephen
Ro^al. M.D.. I.isa Rust. Halliharpe.
Horace Stacv Jr., David Walker and
Coble D. Wilson Jr.. M. Carr Gibson
and Hector Macl.ean serve as Trusteed
Emeriti.
tagle Scout Project will Save Lives
H seemed quite appropriate tor the Christmas holidays fro Matthew blue to
sponsor a bjoftd drive to give the "gift of life" to a person in need of blood.
Matthew age 15 and a student at Purnell Swett High School, decided to
have a blood drive as his Eagle scout project at Burnt Swamp baptist Church
. To make the event possible proved not to be an easy task. Contacting Mr.
Barry Hooker who helped set up the blood drive. Matthew was pros ided w ith
a great deal cfinfumvalion and fleets about giving bloe>& "M.us.to cal.l people
up and encourage them to give blood. I had many supporters^ friends, and
lots of love and prayers." stated Matthew. He feels that the agency sent its
best nurses to assist in the blood drive.
Working diligently on his project, Matthew also had his family to help him
prepare fro individuals signing up to donate their blood. "I've learned that a
lot of people will need blood. I think about me granddaddy ami it no one gave
him blood." He realizes that by doing this he can help save someone's life.
Starting out as a I iger Cub in the first grade then Cub Scout and finally
reaching boy Scout. Matthew has served as troop scribe, patrol leader and
senior patrol leader in his Scout Troop 326 at Mr. Airy Church under the
direction of Scout leader Anthony Chavis. He finds that his experience in
Scouts has been a great way to meet new friends and people who he can relate
to. ."I've learned that in the world full of crooks and liars, there are some
young boys with morals and pride."
"I'm glad he wanted to help the community. He had already decided to
have the blood drive before the September 11 terrorist attack as his last major
step for Eagle Scout." shares Matthew's mother. Sylvia Blue.
With forty six blood donors present, thirty five units were provided as a
resujt of the event. "I've always given blood. It's a good cause and Matthew
is in our y outh group and I w anted to support him." responds Mantiel Jacobs.
Matthew is the son of Randall and Sylvia Blue.
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Shown above. Matthew gets information J mm Her. Robert Ray of I'embroke hirst
I ititetl MelhotlisI Church as he prepares to donate blood.
The "New Potato" is Catchinq on
1 NAPS)?The sweet potato or
yam. is quickly catching on as a
nutritional, tasty alternative to
the traditional haked white
potato. It's delicious with cinnamon
and brown sugar. For sweet
potato recipes, visit the Louisiana
Sweet Potato Commission Web
site at www.sweetpotnto.org
Parents Without Partners
sponsors social events, lectures
and discussions, as well as educational
activities to help parents
without partners meet people in
similar circumstances For many,
the group is an effective way to
meet new people and have fun.
For more information, visit
www.parentswithoutpartners.org.
Keeping the freezer stocked
with frozen vegetables may be the
hardest part of preparing a holiday
feast thanks to these easy to
follow, few-ingredient recipes.
Meals can become more appealing
just by adding unique vegetable
varieties such as Birds Kye' Baby
Corn Blend or Gourmet Potato
Blend as a side dish or as part of
i?: : I
the main cnursc For recipes nnd
easy entertaining ideas, visit
www.birdseyp.com
The See 11 Say Kids Around The
World game has taken a sampling
of some of the world's many cultures
and teaches children about
them in an entertaining way The
toy is Troiii Fisher-Price. whitih
maintains a Web site designed to
help parents with experts' advice
on child development and parenting
You can learn more alinut the
Kids Around the World toy at
www.fisherprice.com.