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Contributed<br> Meredith Landreth works with guide dog Kanak during testing in Southern Pines in March. MIRA USA has selected the 10-year-old to receive her own guide dog free of charge this summer.
A whole new world
Meredith Landreth was a happy-go-lucky 7 year old when her mother first noticed something wasn’t right. The little girl began asking her mother, Melanie, what color each crayon was while she was playing. Meredith was diagnosed with Rod-Cone Dystrophy about two and a half years ago. Still, the now 10 year old hasn’t lost her upbeat, positive attitude. The rod and cone cells in the back of her eyes are dying. They were told Meredith would l...
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Louis Dawson | Fuquay-Varina Independent<br> Triangle Wine has a great display of both local brews and imported beers.
What’s on tap
If you are reading this then it is official. I am pleased to say that the success and enthusiasm of the N.C. Beer Month articles have yielded a monthly column dedicated to everyone’s favorite carbonated adult beverage. In this inaugural piece I would like to lay a foundation for things to come. Please feel free to write back via email or twitter with questions, concerns, comments, ect. As prominent as social media is these days, it would be...
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Kids know how to measure ingredients, enjoy the outcome
The students in Ms. Halsey’s fourth grade class have been learning capacity, measurements and equivalent measurements. So after a recent math lesson, I asked them to please bring in a recipe they enjoy and to do their best measuring ingredients. They were thrilled to share some of their favorites and I am pleased to share them with you. Chicken and Dumpling Casserole 2 chicken breasts, cooked and shredded (or use a store bought rotisseri...
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What’s happening at the Fuquay-Varina Community Library?
It’s true. We’ve got great new books for you to enjoy. Whether you like stories about cute little animals or exciting escapades, we’ve selected a few books for you to consider. Don’t see the story you’re looking for? Just stop by the library and we’ll help you pick out the perfect book. NEW PICTURE BOOK AND EARLY READER “STAFF PICKS” These new books provide all kinds of fun, a few laughs and the best stories. Enjoy. Picture Books (E) ...
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Strawberry delight
Shirley Hayes | Fuquay-Varina Independent Sim Ogburn, 24, of Willow Spring, arranges strawberries for sale at a stand off Old Stage Road. This is his first year growing the crop. He hopes that enlarging his strawberry fields and adding other produce will enable him to make a living on the 100-acre farm where he represents the fourth generation. Sim and his father, Andy Ogburn, believe the public’s increasing interest in locally grown foods ...
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Melodie Elaine Estes | Contributed<br> Donna Friery, right, the branch office administrator for Edward Jones on Broad Street, won the 2012 Ambassador of the Year Award from the Fuquay-Varina Chamber of Commerce. Here, Friery is pictured with Robin WellingsLoftus of Edward Jones, who won the 2012 Professional Woman of the Year Award at the chamber banquet on Feb. 15.
Friery showcases benefits of Chamber membership
Donna Friery has been involved in the Fuquay-Varina Chamber of Commerce for several years, but this year, she earned a new honor. Named the 2012 Ambassador of the Year at the Chamber banquet this past February, Friery is ecstatic to have earned the recognition in such a short time. She had never been an ambassador before last year. “You’re basically a cheerleader for the chamber and what it represents,” she said. She always is talking u...
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Contributed<br> The Friendly Dozen shows off their fans at the most recent luncheon, hosted by Willa Adcock. Pictured are (back row) Kathy Bennett, left, Margaret Smith, Mollie Stephenson, Eleanor Stephenson, Betty Matthews, Frances Snipes, Polly Sheets and Willa Adcock, (front row) Taylor Faucette, Jewell Stephens and Sara Ragan. Absent from the picture is Eleanor Adcock.
‘Fans can talk’ at Friendly Dozen luncheon
The “Friendly Dozen,” a group of 12 women that lived in the area, was organized around 1950. The purpose of the club was to get together to enjoy each other’s company and share a meal. The original members of the club are no longer living, but through the years others have continually been added. Each month one of the members serves as hostess. Some have had themes for the luncheons; others have taken the group to interesting places includi...
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In and around Kipling
The Raleigh District African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church annual spring revival is now in progress this week at Rush Metropolitan A.M.E. Zion Church in Raleigh. It began Tuesday and will run through tomorrow. Services begin at 7 p.m. nightly. A guest minister will be the evangelist for the four nights’ revival. Rev. Dr. James A. Finch is the host pastor. The Rev. Lawrence R. Turner is the host presiding elder. There will be a Mother’s Da...
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Anita Weekes | Fuquay-Varina Independent<br> The true shortcake is basically a big, sweet biscuit.
Everyone can agree on strawberry shortcake
Trying to decide what to make for dessert? With the strawberry season upon us, the answer is the one and only strawberry shortcake. It’s such a great springtime dessert. Though you may have had those spongy little cakes or angel food cake or even your homemade pound cake as a base, you do know, don’t you, the true shortcake is basically a big, sweet biscuit. These biscuits can be baked ahead and even frozen. Wrap in foil and store in a zip-...
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What’s happening at the Fuquay-Varina Community Library?
Are you ready for a puzzling who-dun-it? You can match your wits with these sleuths while relaxing in your favorite chair. Some sleuths are ordinary people caught up in extraordinary situations, others are tough professionals, but all are on the case. You can join them – just stop by the library and pick up a mystery by your favorite author, or go online and request a copy now. STAFF PICKS FOR ADULTS Today, we’re highlighting the latest ...
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Shirley Hayes | Fuquay-Varina Independent<br> Donkey doesn't look fierce but coyotes and wild dogs don't bother cows under her watch.
Ogburns uses Coyote to protect herd
If you think those beautiful black cows in a pasture off Johnson Pond Road look contented, why shouldn’t they be? They have plenty of green grass to eat, a regular feeding of bovine grains, lots of cow company and—get this—their own security guard. The guard, a charming gray donkey, teasingly called Coyote since that is the creature she is there to guard against, sees to it that no coyotes or wild dogs sneak in and prey on the cows’ vulne...
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Zager gives Senior Service Council estate planning guidelines
The speaker this month was Elizabeth A. Zager, attorney at law at Senter, Stephen, Johnson, PA located at 114 Raleigh Street in Fuquay-Varina. Her presentation focused on estate planning and highlighted that the last will and testament is only one of several documents that need to be considered when creating an estate plan. Generally, people think about who they want to inherit their personal property, but it also is very important to have a ...
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In and around Kipling
Our deepest sympathy is to the family of Mr. Wallace Staten of Fuquay-Varina, who died recently. A funeral service was held at 1 p.m. Tuesday, April 23, 2013, at St. Augusta Missionary Baptist Church in Fuquay-Varina. Burial was at Wake Chapel Cemetery in Fuquay-Varina. Sincere sympathy goes out to the family of Mrs. Ola Kelly Avent Smith of Fuquay-Varina, who died Sunday, April 21, 2013. A funeral service was held Thursday, April 25, 2013 ...
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Anita Weekes | Fuquay-Varina Independent<br> Anita's version of the Tres Leches Cake is a hit among neighbors after she tried it out for a friend's birthday.
Happy Cinco de Mayo
Each year as May 5 arrives to announce Cinco de Mayo, a celebration is held nationwide and regionally in Mexico. I can’t help but get inspired. Some time ago, my neighborhood girl friends and I wanted to celebrate our friend Jhonae’s birthday. After finding out our birthday girl’s favorite cake was Tres Leches, I knew I had to do some researching. Combining various ingredients and proportions from a few recipes, I ended up with a delightful, ...
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What’s happening at the Fuquay-Varina Community Library?
Schools are winding down and summer plans are starting up. Whether you’re just relaxing on the deck or taking a weekend trip to the beach, you’ll need a few books to keep you entertained. Need more fun? Then join us for one of our Storytime or K-fifth grade programs starting May 1. There’s something for everyone at the Fuquay-Varina Community Library. Good things are just around the corner. MAIN DISPLAY Now that it’s getting hotter, are...
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