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Goler <? from page A1 thing, be my own boss," he related. "But when you get there you find out it's not really all it's cut out to be." In 2003, when he launched SSMC, the econo my was in a better place and Cazoe says he has his loyal clients to thank for surviv ing the transition into the new venture, and the PCRC to thank for helping him expand his client base. Though he has worked with several other programs that support historically under utilized business (HUB) con tractors, the camaraderie he iuuiiu amuugsi me contrac tors at Goler was unique, said the father of one. "We're all comfortable with each other, and that's important, to be comfort able," he said of the other PCRC contractors, who meet monthly at the CDC's headquarters. "...I am able to draw from their expertise, their knowledge and their networks to do certain things 1 need to do." Cazoe is one of more than 30 contractors who have benefitted from PCRC's services. Since its inception three, years ago, the Center has tvoriced to encourage entrepreneurism, drive the success qf HUB contractors and help poise them to land the projects they need to grow and thrive, said Michael Suggs, execu tive director of Goler CDC. Suggs, who conceptualized the idea for the PCRC, said manv HUB contractors in the ares/ were missing out on contracts partially because they lacked the knowledge of Photo by Layla Fanner A view of the Goler CDC's duplexes on Chestnut Street. how to position their com panies to be in the running for the contracts. The PCRC provides instruction and training to help HUB contractors enhance their qualifications and get noticed by larger companies, he said. "Many times, we serve as the link between the large general contractors and the smaller njinority business es," Suggs remarked." "We have great relationships with a lot of general contractors in the area because we have done several large projects ourselves." Cazoe, who now has six employees, is also a 2010 graduate of the the Center's , HUB Academy, a 12 week program for owners of fledg ling businesses. He says the guidance he's received through the Academy and at the monthly meetings has helped SSMC - which pre dominately handles projects in educational and govern mental sectors statewide - increase its profits. "Part of the goal of PCRC is to build compa nies, to take it from one level and to build it into a stronger, more profitable company," said the 43 year old. "It's community based. It's people who really want to see the economy grow and bring prosperity within the community." With .the help of the PCRC, which also allows its participants to use its resources and office space, Cazoe was able to land some important jobs, including a contract to work on the Wake Forest BioTech Place, an $87 million building being erected on Patterson Avenue, near Goler Memorial AME Zion Church, which several years ago birthed the CDC. Cazoe has also worked on a townhouse that the CDC has constructed near the church in the historic Goler Depot area. Cazoe says the Goler name helps open doors. "It adds power and it adds credibility," he declared. Suggs says it is impor tant to get HUB contractors to the table when it comes to future construction in the city. He believes the role HUBs such as SSMC play in future projects will have a big impact on the greater community. "If we're going to build our communities, we have to ensure that all of our citizens have an opportunity to par ticipate," he stated. "...It gives us another opportunity to build net worth and our businesses and to be in a position to provide jobs for others in our community." For more information about the CDC or the Resource Center, visit www.golervdc.org or call 336-761-0595. Photos by Lay la Farmer Fannie "Mama" Carson is sur rounded by family members (from left) Kentay Hardeman, Virginia Hampton, Lisa Hardeman, Sylvia Harvey and Re nit a Harvey. Birthday from page AI December that dew nearly 40 people. "We're trying to get the neighbors to mingle togeth er," said Big Five member Barbara Rucker. "We're try ing to start something to get them out, and so far, so good." Proceeds from the $5 a plate fish fry footed the bill for the break fasti which was offered to those who partici pated in the fish fry free of charge. Zachary Sanders, pastor of Created for His Glory Ministry in High Point, served as keynote speaker. Sanders, the son-in law of Big Five member Elizabeth Johnson, told the audience that it was King's unwavering faith that allowed him to accomplish so much in his short life. "1 believe that he had the Holy Spirit. That's what made him standout," Sanders declared. "He was truly an example of selflessness." Fannie Carson, who is thought to be Azalea Terrace's oldest resident, was feted dur ing the celebration, which was held on her 96th birth day. Big Five member Vickie McCallum presented Carson, who is affectionately known as "Mama" in the Terrace, with a birthday cake decorated with an image of Carson in her younger years. "I want to let Mama know 1 truly love her and she has been an inspiration in our neighborhood," McCallum said in presenting the cake to the stunned nonagenarian. "She's been an ideal mother. Sh^'s been admired all over the community. Everyone knows her." Big 5 members Vickie McCallum, Lucille Smith, Elizabeth Johnson, Juanita Mosely and Barbara Rucker. Carson dons a stylish pantsuit made by daughter Virginia Hampton in this nostalgic photo featured on her birthday cake. Virginia Hampton, Carson's oldest daughter, was in attendance at the breakfast, as were two of her grandchil dren and two great-grands. Her great grandson Kentay Hardeman presented her with a bouquet of roses during the program. Carson raised three of her grandchildren on her own after her daughter passed away at the age of 22, Hampton said She added that she was glad^o see her mother, whom she describes as a quiet woman who is loathed to complain, hon ored "It's a good feeling," said the 76 year-old "It's very touching, and I'm so proud that they cared enough to do this." Hampton, who sees her mother almost every day, said Carson enjoys being a part of the Azalea Terrace communi ty "Mom's happy here. She has an apartment on the ground floor where she can see the comings and goings," she related. "Everybody knows her because she sits and looks out the window and waves to everybody. That's what she likes to do." Carson, who recited one of her own poems during the program, said she was pleas antly surprised by the display of love and support she received. "I didn't expect all of this. I'm just glad I'm here. God - has been good to me," she decland. "I'm plumb speech less. ram so happy." Films from page AS Anarchy Shorts category at Slamdance. The Sundance Festival will be held from Jan. 19-29 in Park City, Utah. Slamdance, also held in Utah, will be held from Jan. 20-29. Both festivals high light independent films. Sundance was founded in 1981 by actor/director/producer Robert Redford. Slamdajyje was created in 1995 by four filmmakers whose films were not chosen by Sundance, and is the only film festival in the world entirely run and organized by film makers. "We salute our alumni and look forward to the tp\ique voices of our students andalumrii appearing in Park City for many years to come," said UNCSA School of Filmmaking Dean Craig Zobel ^ Jordan Kerner. "It is a remarkable accomplishment that in eight short years the UNCSA School of Filmmaking's alum ni have been creatively responsible - via" key creative roles such as director, producer, screenwriter, cinematographer, edi tor and actor - for 19 feature films which have screened at the Sundance Institute." Thyroid from page A7 * ? of thyroid hormone; or tumors of the testes or ovaries. Some common symptoms of hyperthy roidism are: nervousness or irritability, fatigue or muscle weakness, trouble sleeping, heat intolerance, hand tremors, rapid and irregular heartbeat, frequent bowel movements or diarrhea, weight loss, mood swings anckor goiter, which is an enlarged thyroid that may cause your ? neck to look swollen. Hypothyroidism is when the thyroid gland does not produce enough thyroid hor mone (-also called underactive thyroid); without enough thyroid hormone, many of the body's functions slow down. It can be caused by: Hashimoto's disease; inflam mation (thyroiditis); congen ital hypothyroidism (present at birth); surgical removal of part or all of the thyroid gland; radiation treatment of the thyroid; or some medica tions. Common symptoms of hypothyroidism are: fatigue, weight gain, puffy face, cold intolerance, joint and muscle pain, constipa tion, dry, thinning hair, decreased sweating, heavy or irregular menstrual periods and impaired fertility, depres sion anckor slowed heart rate. In order to diagnose hyper- or* hypothyroidism, a test called Thyroid-stimulating Hormone (TSH) Test, which is a measure of thyroid activ ity, is usually done. If you are diagnosed with either of these conditions, there are treatments available; howev er, you and your doctor should discuss your diagno sis and possible treatments to determine what is best for you. Thyroid cancer is not nearly as common as hyper or hypothyroidism, and it is also a rare form of cancer, but we should still educate ourselves about it. The key sign of thyroid cancer is a lump (also called a nodule) in the thyroid, and most thy roid cancers do not cause any symptoms. If the cancer is large enough, however, it may cause difficulty swal lowing, an irritation or tick le in the throat or shortness of breath. There are several different types of thyroid cancer, but the most common types are Papillary carcinoma (about 80% of thyroid cancers) and Follicular carcinoma (about 10%). Papillary carcinomas typically grow very slowly,-^ but can often spread to the lymph nodes in the neck. Follicular carcinomas usual ly don't spread to lymph nodes, but some can spread to other parts of the body, such as the lungs or bones. Most thyroid cancer is easily curable with surgery. It rarely causes pain or disabil ity and effective treatment is available for the most com mon forms of thyroid cancer. As with any cancer diagno sis, it is important to work with your doctor to deter mine the best treatment for you. ? For more information, talk to your healthcare provider or contact the American Thyroid Association, 1-800 THY - ROID or www.thyroid.org. Do you need further information or have ques tions or comments about this article? Please call toll free 1-877-530-1824. Or. for more information about the Maya Angelou Center for Health Equity please visit our website: http://www.wakehealth.edu/ MAC HE. gy $5-?? Lunc/i Special oU*eta's Restaurant Monday 102 Weet 3rd Street, Suite Lp5 U7 , J Winiton-Salem, NC 27101 Wednesday Phone: (336) 750-0811 Friday 50 WAKE FOREST xjir university School o/Divinity Spring Convocation Guest Speaker; Dr. Harvey G. Cox, fr. Harvard Divinity School Tuesday, January 24 11:00am Wait Chapel I For more information visit divinity.nfu.edu S
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