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COMPLIMENTARY R L MAGAZINE COMPLIMENTARY ANDOLPH IVING Vol 2 ♦ Issue 5 24th Annual Herb Festival April 21 - 23 Day Trippin'

What’s Inside... Community-minded Stories 2022 — how is YOUR business doing in 2022? In this Issue you'll find articles that will both inspire and touch you. We love telling Here at Randolph Living Magazine we would love to hear your stories of success, those stories and it's one of the things we do best. We’re dedicated to bringing pos- perserverance and even challenges as we push further into what hopes to be a itive stories of residents and businesses to the forefront. Randolph County is filled healthier, more productive year—just a better year altogether, right? with quality merchants, upstanding citizens and a rich history worth hearing about. Join the positive community trend and help us keep Randolph County thriving – Whatever your struggles, whatever your triumphs, we're wishing you the most Contact us to find out how YOUR business can be featured on the cover of Randolph profitable, fulfilling year yet! Let us know how we can help with that. Living Magazine or within a feature story: [email protected] OR (919) 590-0720 Features Standing Together o r 24 cover story your small business can be featured... 8-9 RED LIGHT WEIGHT LOSS THERAPY 10 COMMUNITY HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS FDA-approved, cutting edge program just Submit your event for our next issue right up the road from you 11 24th Annual Herb Festival 14 Health & Well-being Annual Women's Resource Center Fundraiser will be ▶Horseradish: an unlikely super food held April 21 - 23 (see Pg 11 for event info & Pg 24 ▶5 Tips for green cleaning to read about the incredible work being done by WRCAC) — we know you'll want to support them! 16 Growing Herbs Indoors 5 herbs you can grow indoors in a small space 30 IN THE NEWS relevant positive news 18 Home & Real Estate USPS teams up with Feds to provide 4 FREE, in-home COVID tests. It takes just minutes to order them online ▶DIY easy bathroom remodel/refresh and each residential address is entitiled to 4 per month. ▶5 Tips for quicker home sale Find out how. ▶Home Inspections: What buyers should look for ▶Staging your home for sale 2 Randolph Living | Vol 2 ♦ Issue 5

New in Town? 24 Check out our Letter from the Editor as well as local On the COVER happenings that can help you get acclimated. Our local history articles provide insight into our community history Women's Resource Center and help you understand more about Randolph County's 24th Annual Herb Festival journey throughout the decades. In this New in town? Welcome! Issue Local aboutHistory & fun facts Events notable people from Randolph County How those seemed the best times... for true 07 take care of your feet... brotherhood. 4 Letter from the Editor 12His plan was real simple... like when he was a boy, helping our neighboring community Start make'n thde ibdeaysnuoschuhoojkotyen.ros.w.. t.h..at brought him 5 Ask Our Experts email your pics! First shoot'n at age six... and a-make'n 'em by ten, connect@ Cutting Edge Weight Loss indie-pub.com H1i0s k in knLeowchaelwEavs egonotds... with a beanshooter then. Foot & Ankle Care And if y2o4uTeHveAr NpaNuUseAdL...HwEitRhBcoFrnEcSoTbIiVnAyLa hand, JOIN our experts! APRIL 21 - 23 You'd soon have it shot... by \"The Beanshooter Man\". LIBRARY — KIDS! ▶Leap into Science! N ow he ga▶iTnehdreleo-tswoefefkamchee..c.kdoeumt oknitsst!rate'n his skill, But smiles o-Ynofgoalkm's afatcses... was his biggest thrill. -S.T.E.A.M. kits -Ukelele kits 12I o ncNe ohetaardbhleimRsaay.n..danodlpthhis ICdoonu'tndtoyubRt,esidents \"W hen it cfoamsceisnatotinbegafnoslhksooters... just don't be without. hailing from Randolph County They're more than for fun... though, a good toy they make, 23 Crossword Puzzle & Horoscopes! You may find a time... you need to dispatch a snake.\" So make sure you carry... in back pocket or sock, 3RandolphLiving.com Ya trusty beanshooter... and at least one good rock.

RANDOLPH LIVING r oMAGAZINE © INDIE PUBLISHING 2012-2022 PUBLISHER LETTER FROM THE EDITOR Indie Publishing A new year has always symbolized fresh starts and EDITOR the promise that those next 12 months could be more Dana Grizzél propserous and so much better than the preceding 12 (919) 590-0720 (ofc) months. [email protected] Though we're still facing waves of dire public health ADVERTISING SALES situations and problems that bleed from 2021 into (919) 590-0720 (ofc) 2022, we here in the Randolph County community do [email protected] have things to look forward to, and certainly things to STAFF SUPPORT be grateful for. Welcoming a new year and embracing the changes, Ali Shaw some of which have become our new reality — and Elise Hill some of which may become a part of our permanent CREATIVE DESIGN & BRANDING reality, given the global impact of all that has trans- MADink Agency pired over the past couple of years. OTHER CONTRIBUTORS In our recurring Day Trippin' section, this issue high- Dr. Karen Wilkinson (Envision Wellness) lights a very important organization in your sister city Nicole Senecal (Triad Foot & Ankle Center), Burlington: Women's Resource Center in Alamance Michele Robert Poche & Lauren Harlow County. Though the branch of the Women's Resource Citizen Journalism Center featured in this issue serves Alamance County, PHOTOGRAPHY & IMAGE CREDITS these women are still your sisters (and your mothers Gefen Productions and aunts). In this issue we wanted to tell you about Indie Publishing Creative Team the great fundraising event called The Herb Festival. & Citizen Photography Now in its 24th year, this festival has proven to be a MAGAZINE ANCHORS & SPONSORS popular event and could be a good excuse for a day Triad Foot & Ankle Center trip! And we never need an excuse to help out a neigh- Civic Federal Credit Union bor in need, right? Burlington is one of your neighbors ADVERTISE WITH US and the women you help are women just like the [email protected] women in Randolph County, or anywhere else. These randolphliving.com are women who need our help, and who will in turn become more productive and successful members of Randolph Living Magazine is published by Indie Publishing. society. Check out that story on Page 24. This deserving Reproduction or duplication of any part herein requires organization needs our support. so we hope you'll find written permission from publisher. All information includ- it in your hearts this year to help them keep doing the ed herein is correct to the best of Publisher's knowledge wonderful work they so passionately do. as of publication date. Corrections should be forwarded to A special thanks to Cathryn Hartwell, owner/broker-in- Publisher at [email protected] for consideration. Paid charge of WindChime Realty & Property Management advertisements or advertorials contained herein are not in Burlington, for sponsoring the WRCAC article as well endorsed or recommended by Publisher and do not reflect as the annual fundraiser. Publisher's opinion or political or religious views; therefore, If there's anything we can do to help your small busi- Publisher shall not be held liable for business practices of ness in 2022, don't hesitate to contact us. advertisers. Publisher not liable for images or content We've got this... accepted in good faith. 4 Randolph Living | Vol 2 ♦ Issue 5

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DR KAREN WILKINSON I WAS JUST PUTTING decorations away & I HURT MY BACK! WELLNESS, PAIN RELIEF & WEIGHT LOSS what did I do?! Dr. Karen WIlkinson has been practic- ing in Alamance County for 26 years. Sometimes the slightest move can result in some- She has established herself within thing as simple (yet painful!) as a pulled muscle our community as a leading expert or aggravated tendon...but is it so simple? in weight loss, neuropathy, osteopo- rosis prevention, rehabilitation and This kind of thing happens (to all people, in all pain management. The programs age ranges) when we do things out of the norm, developed and implemented by Dr. like pushing and pulling on boxes, reaching to Karen are cutting edge and not found get or put away decorations or just bringing anywhere else in our area. home the Christmas tree. Rather than let it con- tinue to bother you for too long, consider that it She has a Bachelors of Science and may be a sign of other issues. This may be the a Doctorate in Chiropractic Medicine incident that sets off an underlying problem, as from Logan Collegeof Chiropractic, as there are many lower back issues that can lay well as dormant and painless for quite some time. We advanced training in nutrition, exer- think (and want to believe!) that if we just let it cise, neuropathy, worksite wellness, rest it will go away. And it may subside, but a lot and occupational health and applied of times it doesn't truly go away. ergonomics. Today she continues to sit on the board of the International Skeletal irregularities, disc degeneration, Academy of Chiropractic Occupational arthritis and spinal impingements can all be Health Consultants, as she has for the the root cause of the problem. They can exist past 12 years. inside you and you don’t even know it because not everything is painful all the time. Unfortu- Dr. Karen has established herself nately, if these ailments are left too long without as a key member of our community, treatment, they can get worse and cause more supporting and hosting community severe pain and suffering later on. events, as well as hosting a weekly radio show, “The Wellness Revolution” There are many factors that can go into why on WBAG, Tuesdays at 1130 a.m. this happened: improper lifting techniques, age, weight gain, fitness level (or lack of), job require- Her mission is to improve the quality ments and previous injuries, to name a few. The of life of each member of our commu- main takeaway here is early treatment. Don’t nity, one person at a time. wait for it to go away. The earlier the assess- ment and treatment, the faster it will heal and 2241 Hanford Road the sooner you will actually recover, instead Burlington NC ♦ (336) 266-7703 of leaving the condition to fester and possibly become a much bigger problem later. Ignor- EnvisionWellnessNC.com ing these things too long can lead to muscular imbalances, uneven pressure on joints or discs, 6 Randolph Living | Vol 2 ♦ Issue 5 increased stress on ligaments, tendons and nerves and even nerve impingement. Some- times ignoring these incidents can lead to irreversible damage. You can avoid that! Get your back problem evaluated early. If you have an issue you would like evaluated, please give us a call at (336) 266-7703. Mention you saw our article to receive the Burlington Magazine special! If a healthier 2022 is part of your New Year goals, contact Envision Wellness TODAY & let's get started!

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508 W. Davis Street, Burlington The Women's Resource Center in Alamance County hosts the (First Presbyterian Church) Herb Festival each year to provide Triad-area gardeners with the highest quality organic herbs, perennials, annuals, heirloom tomato and vegetable plants and specially-selected vendors. Find plants you can't find anywhere else! Master Gardener vol- unteers will be on hand to answer your questions. The festival offers unique varieties and old favorites of superi- or-quality organic herb plants, heirloom tomato and vegetable plants, perennials and annuals all supplied from local North Carolina farms and greenhouses. We purchase our plants only from superior-quality suppliers. Vendors offer artistic items for your home and garden. OPEN to Public | Admission FREE | Proceeds support WRCAC Thursday, April 21 Sneak Preview (evening TBA) $5 entry fee Friday, April 22 (8:30am - 7:00pm) free Saturday, April 23 (8:30am - 2:00pm) free FOLLOW US on social media for updates on the festival: facebook.com/WRCAC instagram.com/womens_resource_center_ac twitter.com/WRCalamance FESTIVAL WEBSITE: wrcac.org/herb-festival RandolphLiving.com 11

randolph county history Is it possible that Randolph County has a more colorful During this same interview, Bledsoe talked about his past than we ever knew? latest book, a memoir titled “Do-Good Boy: An Unlikely Writer Confronts the '60s and Other Indignities.\" The For instance, did you know that a contestant of RuPaul's book tells the unlikely story of how a young man who Drag Race (Season 12) was none other than Randolph flunked high school English fell into writing and went on County's own Heidi N Closet? to enjoy an award-winning career. During Season 12, RuPaul found her name to be a As his reason for writing this book, Bledsoe is quoted as tongue twister, leading to Heidi changing her last name saying,“I was really struck by my good fortune getting almost every episode. Some of these name changes into the newspaper business. I fell into fortunate situa- included Heidi Ho, Heidi Hydrates, and Heidi Afrodite. tions.” Heidi N Closet is the stage name of Trevien Anthonie Among these \"fortunate situations\" was being fooled Cheek, an American drag queen from Ramseur, North into joining the army. A friend of Bledsoe's was going Carolina, best known for competing on the twelfth sea- to the recruiting station to enlist in the U.S. Army and son of RuPaul's Drag Race. \"Heidi\" placed sixth and won Bledsoe accompanied him to the recruiting station. the Miss Congeniality award. While waiting for his friend, a recruiter asked Bledsoe American Author and award-winning journalist Jerry what he wanted to do with his life, to which Bledsoe re- Bledsoe, known for several true crime titles based on sponded, “I want to be an artist.” The recruiter told him murders in his native state of North Carolina, is also a the army had some of the best art schools in the world. local Randolph County celebrity. That's all Bledsoe had to hear. He joined his friend in enlisting in the army, only to later find that the army had His journalism career, spanning well over 20 years, no art schools at all. includes newspaper work in North Carolina cities of Kannapolis, Charlotte and Greensboro and at Esquire The \"fortunate\" part of this story, seems one we could magazine. Bledsoe has also been known to contribute all learn from: Bledsoe was definitely not suited for the investigative reports to the Rhinoceros Times, including army. He was placed in information services, where he a multi-part series detailing the controversies surround- was assigned to putting together stories for army publi- ing the Greensboro Police Department. cations. To his surprise, he found that he had a talent for writing. His first published book was The World's Number One, Flat-Out, All-Time Great Stock Car Racing Book, pub- \"An Unlikedly Writer\" lished by Doubleday in 1975. His book Bitter Blood was #1 on the New York Times bestseller list and was later Rufus Taft Hussey was raised south of Seagrove, NC on adapted as a television movie. Bledsoe established a two-horse farm with ten brothers and sisters. Having Down Home Press specifically to publish books about lost his father at an early age, and with the only gun North Carolina. being carried by the oldest brother, Rufus and the other boys grew up shooting beanshooters. He was making In 2019, The Courier-Tribune called Bledsoe \"The Unlike- his own by the age of ten and soon developed a keen ly Writer,\" as Bledsoe believes it was practically miracu- eye for hitting his target. He became known as an expert lous that he he ever became a writer at all. marksman with a slingshot (which is also referred to as a beanshooter). 1 2 Randolph Living | Vol 2 ♦ Issue 5

In 1952, Hussey began selling and giving away bean- fun facts about shooters to preserve the dying art of the beanshooter. His beanshooters were sequentially numbered by a notable people from serial number. Randolph County Hussey was well known in his home county, but his real break onto the national scene was when he was invited How those seemed the best times... for true to appear on The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson. brotherhood. Hussey appeared on an episode that aired on January 23, 1986. Hussey was on the air for almost ten minutes His plan was real simple... like when he was a boy, with Carson, where he talked about beanshooters, Start make'n the beanshooters... that brought him displayed his considerable skill, and even shot an object out of Carson's hand! There was even a poem written such joy. about this sharpshooter: First shoot'n at age six... and a-make'n 'em by ten, His kin knew he was good... with a beanshooter then. THE BEANSHOOTER MAN And if you ever paused... with corncob in ya hand, You'd soon have it shot... by \"The Beanshooter Man\". He had big, strong hands that... were acquainted with work, Now he gained lots of fame... demonstrate'n his skill, But smiles on folk's faces... was his biggest thrill. With the help of two horses... they raised a live'n from dirt. I once heard him say... and this I don't doubt, \"When it comes to beanshooters... just don't be without. Being one of eleven... back when pleasures were few, They're more than for fun... though, a good toy they He soon learn'd live'n meant... we'll simply make do. make, Now he had lots of wit... as did all of them boys, You may find a time... you need to dispatch a snake.\" They created their fun... and made all their own toys. So make sure you carry... in back pocket or sock, Ya trusty beanshooter... and at least one good rock. When it came time to see... what nature would yield, Tom Allen They took their beanshooters... and walked thru 12-21-94 the field. Find a fat-sit'n rabbit... or a slow-run'n quail, Then with sure, steady aim... they'd let the rock sail. Yes, many was the time... if the table got graced, Required a quick, keen eye... and a stone well-placed. Those days are long gone... when things were hand-made, Women's sack dresses and... fresh-squeezed lemonade. But Rufus remembered... and thought others should, RandolphLiving.com 13

Horseradish AN UNLIKELY SUPER FOOD Sandwich lovers can appreciate More Glucosinolates Than Other Health Benefits of the way horseradish sauce Broccoli? Horseradish adds a little “kick” to their favorite sandwich, but many If broccoli is good cancer preven- Horseradish is very low in calories, are unaware of the benefits it pro- tion, then horseradish may be better. yet its spicy taste makes food more filling vides. The most compelling being it's Studies show that the health benefits – so horseradish lovers end up eating anti-cancer properties. When you take of horseradish are greater because less. Horseradish is also great for a stuffy a nibble of a sandwich spread with it contains more glucosinolates than nose or sinus infection, because it helps horseradish sauce, you do more than broccoli - or any of the other cruci- to unblock the sinuses in much the same just titillate your taste buds - you take ferous vegetables. In fact, it contains up way hot and spicy foods that contain a bite out of cancer, too. to ten times the amount found in a peppers do. serving of broccoli. This means you Health Benefits of Horserad- don’t need to eat as much horseradish ish: It’s a Cancer Fighter to get the anti-cancer benefits. The horseradish plant is a mem- The glucosinolates in horseradish ber of the Brassicaceae family, a group may also be more bioavailable than of plants which includes nutritionally the glucosinolates in other cruciferous notable vegetables like cabbage, vegetables. The horseradish root con- radishes, kale, broccoli and cauliflow- tains a natural enzyme that helps break er. These vegetables are not only down these cancer fighting chemicals healthy and low in calories; they’re into a form the body can use. This rich in compounds called glucosino- enzyme is released when horseradish lates, which help rid the body of root is processed to make horseradish cancer-causing chemicals. It does this sauce – one of the few cases where by activating liver enzymes that break processing enhances the health bene- carcinogens down to a form that’s fits of a food. inactive. Glucosinolates are one of the ingredients that give broccoli its anti- * Don’t forget to add some cancer benefits. horseradish to the grocery cart; it’s not only healthy, but a tasty substitute for mayonnaise. 14 Randolph Living | Vol 2 ♦ Issue 5

5 tips for green cleaning 1. KITCHEN: Use vinegar to create a nat- ural all-purpose cleaner for the kitchen. Vinegar itself is edible; it contains no toxic chemicals that would be harmful if ingested, so it is a perfect cleaning product to use around food. D.I.Y All-purpose cleaner us- ... pickling vinegar, baking soda, ing an empty spray bottle, com- borax powder, lemons, a few essential oils bine a solution of half pickling vin- mild dish soap and a couple of spray bottles. egar, half warm water and 1 Tbsp. of dishwashing liquid. This solution These basic ingredients are highly can be used to clean the coun- effective, inexpensive and, above all, tertop, stove top, refrigerator, and microwave.Vinegar is excellent for non-hazardous use in your dishwasher. Add a cup of vinegar to your dish- washer machine to remove any stagnant odors; it will leave 3. WINDOWS AND MIRRORS: the interior shiny and squeaky clean.You can also add vinegar to The all-purpose solution works! your water when washing dishes by hand, the disinfecting power is sure to kill any bacteria and germs on your Simply spray and wipe for squeaky clean windows. Save paper dinnerware. Vinegar of course has a distinct odor, but don’t towels, instead use old newspaper to wipe the windows; they worry; the smell will dissipate once it dries. Some precautions won’t leave behind any lint. do need to be taken; for example vinegar should not be used on marble surfaces. As with any product, test a small area to make sure it is safe to proceed before using the product. 2. BATHROOM: 4. WOOD AND TILE FLOORS: Bathroom cleaners are among some of the harshest chem- Nothing spreads chemicals in the air faster than mopping the whole ical cleaners. You can make your own bathroom scrubbing solu- house with a toxic chemical cleaner. tion to clean toilets, counter tops, fixtures and tub/shower, with- You can easily make your own mopping solution that will clean and out the offensive fumes. disinfect your floors safely. D.I.YTub and shower scrubbing solution – combine ½ cup D.I.Y floor cleaner: In your mop bucket mix 1 cup of of vinegar, ¾ cup of baking soda and 1 Tbsp. of lemon juice, pickling vinegar, 1 gallon of water, 1 Tbsp. of mild dish soap mix together to form a thick paste (add more or less baking and the desired amount of your favorite scented oil. soda until desired consistently is achieved). Using a sponge, ap- ply scrubbing solution on sinks, tub/shower and fixtures in small 5.CARPETS: Many carpet fresheners have a fruity or floral bearing circular motions, let it sit for 20-30 minutes scrub with a sponge the disguise of toxic fumes that can potentially be harmful to your health. and rinse with warm water. To clean bathroom counter tops, It is very simple to make your own fresh smelling carpet deodorizer, and use the all-purpose solution created for the kitchen. Knock out it will be safe for the family and pets, too. toilet stains and odors with 1 cup of undiluted vinegar. Before pouring the vinegar in the toilet, it is best to flush the toilet; D.I.Y carpet deodorizer: Combine 1 cup of baking soda with after water descends, pour the vinegar around the inner rim 1 cup of borax in a plastic bag, add the desired amount of toilet then scrub the bowl with a toilet brush. of your favorite essential oil, and then mix together. Sprinkle the powder solution on carpets; let stand for 20 minutes then vacuum. Your house and carpet will smell delightful. RandolphLiving.com 15

5 G GHIrneordwbosionYroaSupSamCcaaenll JUST BECAUSE YOU DON'T HAVE A LOT OF SPACE DOESN'T MEAN YOU CAN'T EXERCISE YOUR GREEN THUMB. THERE ARE A WIDE VARIETY OF HERBS YOU CAN GROW ON A WINDOWSILL INDOORS. AND BECAUSE YOU ARE GROWING THESE HERBS INSIDE, YOU CAN TRUST THAT THEY'RE CLEAN FOR ANY RECIPES YOU'D LIKE TO THROW THEM IN. YOU CAN GROW ANY OF THE FOLLOWING COMMON, DELICIOUS HERBS INSIDE YOUR HOME TO ADD FRESH SPICE TO YOUR KITCHEN. 1. Parsley 2. Basil Growing parsley indoors Basil is a is incredibly easy. You delicious herb you can utilize in can get parsley seeds or any Italian cooking. Similar to parsley, a seedling at your local basil will not appreciate being over gardening store. If you watered, so the key to good basil is a pot are growing parsley by and soil that drains well. Basil likes a seed, be sure to germi- lot of sun so place it in a window with nate the seed prior to direct sunlight. Make sure the soil you inserting it in the soil. Parsley is use to grow basil is nutrient-dense. fairly easy to grow. Keep the soil gently moist as the roots don't appreciate being over watered. You may need to add nutrients once or twice per month. If you notice your parsley looking yellow, it is time to add nutrients to the soil. Growing herbs indoors can add a little bit of green beauty to your decor as well as a lot of flavor in the kitchen. Nothing tastes quite as amazing as fresh herbs straight from the plant. 16 Randolph Living | Vol 2 ♦ Issue 5

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A bright new rug DIY and decorated room partition add a splash of color to a white palette. EASY BATHROOM MAKEOVERS Are you tired of looking at the same old wallpaper and antiquated fixtures in your bathroom? You don’t have to break the bank to breathe new life into this very personal space that should reflect the tastes and character of your home and family. For the do-it-yourselfer, let’s examine a few simple techniques to give your bathroom a fresh face. REPLACE THE MOVABLE ACCENT PIECES. Sometimes all that’s needed Sometimes all that’s needed is a is a trip to the trip to the bath store. Consider the bath store. impact you can make to the theme and color scheme by changing out the following items: • drapery • shower curtain/rod/rings • rugs • towels • counter pieces (toothbrush holders, soap dispensers, soap dishes) • trash can • baskets/storage pieces • wall art 18 Randolph Living | Vol 2 ♦ Issue 5

A new faucet and sink is an inexpensive makeover with a huge impact. Pastel wallpaper and a flea market dressing table painted white give this bathroom a bright yet soft new look. REPAINT OR REPAPER. bathroom is replace the Softer lighting can hardware on your faucets, be mounted in Choose from neutral drains, cabinet/drawer ceiling fixtures or tones that allow you to pulls, hinges, doorknobs, wall sconces. add splashes of color with wall hooks, towel racks or your accent pieces or bold toilet paper rack. These ing a few of these ideas. tones if you’re going for a little updates yield immedi- Whether your goal is to stronger statement. Pastels ate results and usually only step up your home’s resale (preferably from the cooler involve a screwdriver and value or simply create a palette) make for a more your hands. more updated space of relaxed environment. If your own, don’t be afraid wallpapering, remember For more versatility, install to tackle your bathroom. that vertical patterns will It’s the most utilized room make your room appear DON’T FORGET THE LIGHTING! a dimmer on these fixtures in your house. Shouldn’t taller while horizontal ones it be the best? will make it look wider. Ideally, your bathroom so you can dial it up or UPDATE THE FAUCETS should offer more than one down as desired. AND HARDWARE. source of light. The bright- Sure, you can replace One of the easiest things you can do to upgrade your est illumination should the shower stall, lay a surround the vanity mirror new floor or even gut the area. Softer, less direct light- whole room, but, before ing can be mounted in ceil- you shell out the big dol- ing fixtures or wall sconces. lars, consider implement- RandolphLiving.com 19

5Tips for aQuicker Home Sale Under Pressure Nothing looks worse to a potential home buyer than an unkept home A little pressure washing can go that shows signs of lack of regular maintenance. If you are trying to a long way and increase the value of sell your home, or if you just want your home to look better, take a few your home by thousands! A clean house that has been pressure washed simple measures to make sure your home measures up to the and is free of mold, mildew, dirt, neighborhood and other homes on the market. grime and water marks is going to make you and the new buyer see the Scout for Ideas First Impressions real potential in your home. If your Drive around and get ideas from Would you believe your mailbox paint is chipping, you may have to your neighbors. See how they have is one of the first things people will add a fresh coat, but make sure it landscaped, used color schemes and notice about your home? A old is the same or a similar color. It will hidden unsightly air conditioners or rusted mailbox that is falling down cost you a lot less in the long run to garden hoses. You will be amazed at is going to make a potential buyer paint your house the same color. Stay some of the tricks of the trade, like think you haven’t maintained your away from wild or bright colors that lattice work around an air conditioner home. Your local home store has do not fit with surrounding homes, with a pretty vine to conceal the dull pre-cut posts and mailbox kits that as it could cost you a lower appraisal. putty-colored unit. are easy to install. Pay special attention to the entrance of your home. Paint the door if needed, and make sure the porch or landing is clean and inviting with a new welcome mat. 2200 Randolph Living | Vol 2 ♦ Issue 5

Top It Off A new buyer is not going to want to deal with repairing a roof. Replace broken or faded shingles and soffits. Your house value could be reduced by the amount of the repairs, so go ahead and make the repair. You stand a better chance of someone going inside if they don’t see a lot of repairs required on the outside. Color My World An overgrown garden is not appealing. Trim, cut and main- tain the yard with weed killer or fertilizer. Weed and mulch flower beds, and, most importantly, add color. A couple of $15 flats at the home store can add thousands to the curb appeal of your home. Happy Selling! HOME INSPECTIONS you reaching for the door. Among What to these bad omens are a cracked Look for as foundation, black mold, water a Buyerou finally found the damage, pest infestation and anti- quated wiring. ADhouse. It has great Beware of any unpermitted curb appeal and is work. Should the issue ever become public, you would be re- Ylocated only minutes sponsible for any back taxes or fees ments, hire only a certified profes- as well as getting everything up to sional. If not, seek recommendations code if applicable. Always inspect from your realtor. There are many unpermitted work carefully, partic- types of inspectors available. At a ularly plumbing and electrical. from your kids’ school. minimum, hire a structural engineer Speak loudly and carry a big notepad. You are not being a pest. You are simply trying to learn all you can about a big investment. So ask questions, take notes and follow the inspector during the inspection. Except maybe into the crawlspace. Perfect, right? Actually, it’s too soon and a pest control expert. Be present at the inspection. You to tell. Before any money changes (and your realtor) should set aside the hands, have a home inspection (or full morning/afternoon. You don’t several) conducted on the house. want to miss anything noted “off Home inspections provide a list of the record.” Before the inspection, the property’s issues to serve as a negotiation tool with the seller or as obtain a seller’s disclosure statement grounds to negate the sale complete- so special attention can be given to any items listed within it. ly. Either way, you want to know Watch out for red flags. No about these issues upfront. home is flawless but there are several Hire the right inspector(s). If issues that should potentially have your state has licensing require- RandolphLiving.com 21

Staging your home for SALE There’s a whole lot more to selling a house than Remove personal items and organize for a neat, clean look. simply putting a sign in the yard. Whether you  REPAIR Address things that need  LANDSCAPE Trim the bushes choose to work with a repair. If a door sticks when closed, fix back from the house. Pressure wash realtor or list by owner, there are it. If the cabinet handle is loose, tighten the sidewalks and bricks. Freshen the many ways you can increase your it. Now is the time to get to all those lawn, garden, annuals and mulch. As home’s selling potential and decrease little jobs you’ve been putting off. So the old saying goes, you only get one all that waiting until the act of sale. break out your tools, light bulbs, filters chance to make a first impression. When and WD-40 and get to work. You don’t prospective buyers drive by the house,  CLEAN Seems like a no- want a leaky toilet costing you a house you want so much curb appeal that brainer, right? But it’s surprising how sale! they can’t help but pull over to dial the much is overlooked by the person number on the sign. actually living there day-to-day.  NEUTRALIZE Yes, it was fun Grime in the bathrooms and kitchen painting stars on your son’s ceiling and If all else fails, hire a stager. Yes, and dust everywhere else should be the princess mural on your daughter’s there are people who are actually paid addressed before every showing. wall. But now it’s time to get back to to handle all of this work for you! Store a bottle of all-purpose cleaner in basics. Nobody wants to buy a house each room for easy access. And dust filled with immediate projects. Invest in Happy Selling! rags? You just can’t have too many. some good, white paint (or go crazy and get off-white) and start “everyman-ing”  DECLUTTER Counters, that house. shelving, tabletops, closets, hallways, the garage … the more clear and sparsely-decorated, the more spacious that area will appear. Before showings begin, pack away all mementos, snapshots and assorted personal effects. Then label the boxes. You’ll be thrilled when the movers come.  PURGE Boxing up everything is helpful but do you really still need those old bowling shoes from college? Paring down your belongings is helpful at selling and moving time. Consider having a yard sale, listing a few things on eBay or donating to a local charity to lighten your family’s load.  INHALE Every house has a smell. Ensure yours is a good one by emptying all trash receptacles, checking the refrigerator and disposal for food odors and, if you have pets, hiding all evidence. Create pleasant smells by burning scented candles or, according to legend, baking cookies. A well organized, de-cluttered garage is a huge selling point. 22 Randolph Living | Vol 2 ♦ Issue 5

brought to you by YOUR Horoscope ARIES DOWN Let the genius within you come out and play, 1. Opposite of buy Aries. You may feel like some sort of inventor 1. Subway posters who has wild ideas that could help to revolution- 2. Peg used by golfers ize the future. 3. Be indebted to 4. Me TAURUS 5. Cook bread No need to let frustration take hold of you today, 6. Heroic Taurus. Leave extra time to do the things YOU 7. Elegant want to do, because the interruptions will be a 8. Be buoyant part of your day for the foreseeable future. 9. Rowdy 10. Measure of farm- GEMINI Chaos, upheaval, and miscommunication may land come for you during this time, but try not to let 11. Supervisor it result in a crisis. Use this as an opportunity 19. Perfect to revise your plans for when the time to move 21. Sore forward emerges once more. 22. Sincere appeal 23. Blush color CANCER 25.“____ Can Play” You get your sense of self from taking care 27. Immerse briefly of others, but now is the time to take care of 28. Stable food yourself! Celebrate YOU by getting treated and 29. Given without pampered in style or saying \"no\" to something you really don't want to do. It's YOUR life. charge 30. G-men LEO 33. Taxpayer Stop looking for a fast solution to all your prob- 38. Entrance lems. You work best now in a leadership role or 39. Slogan entirely on your own. The last thing you want 41. Prayer ending right now is for someone to tell you what to do! 42. Weak, as an excuse 43. Skinny VIRGO ACROSS 44. Lazy person 45. Hand (out) You’ll be spending lots of time cleaning and get- 1. Molecule component 47. Fountain treat 46. Attic ting rid of things that no longer suit your lifestyle. 5. Ask earnestly 48. Bronx attraction 50. Valuable dirt While you're at it, zero in on heath issues. 8. Loose flesh 49. For takeout: 2 wds. 51. Alcoholic liquor 12. Wet, as grass 53. Radiate 52. Uneven LIBRA 13. Tarzan’s chum 54. Santa’s staffer Your ability to come up with a solution that 14. Crazy 55. Parched ANSWERS works for everyone makes you a popular peace- 15. Glimpses 56. Captain of the “Nautilus” keeper among friends, family, and co-workers. 16. Relative 57. Fishing boat equipment Use this gift wisely! 17. Not theirs 58. Loan 18. Construct SCORPIO 20. Fruity drinks Happy solving! Being secretive and keeping people guessing is 21. Gift to a teacher one of your favorite pastimes! Since you don't 24. Do lunch easily accept advice, you'll need to take time to 26. Steep rock face connect your mind with your emotions before 27. Bear cave the two parts collide — which could get ugly. 28. On’s opposite 31. Female fowl SAGITTARIUS 32. Coldly Life is all about what you make it, so why not 34. Exist spend part of 2022 having the best time ever? 35. Gab Although you aren’t a big planner, you should 36. Quick bite make an exception for a long-overdue trip. 37. Made a choice 39. Got together CAPRICORN 40. Smelling organs To cut to the chase, Capricorn, look at your rela- 41. Likewise tionships (professional AND personal) and get rid of the connections that no longer serve you. AQUARIUS By nature, you like to experiment and push the envelope. Review some of your past experi- ments. Did you take things too far? Are there ways you can modify your extreme approach and still feel like you're moving forward? PISCES You won’t want to face some of the realities that are evident now, but you’re actually tougher than you think (or seem). This is a good time to show everyone what you’re capable of when you decide not to procrastinate any more. RandolphLiving.com 23

local women's resource center holds 24th annual herb festival Women's Resource Center in Alamance County This quote from Arthur Ashe speaks to the way he recently celebrated its 30th Anniversary (in 2021), managed the challenges in his life. Whether he was honoring its visionary founders, Becky Mock, competing at the highest level on the tennis court or Tennala Gross, Bea Holt and Martha Smith. In the breaking the color barrier in the sports arena to bring 1980s, these visionaries recognized the need to offer about radical change at a time of deeply ingrained education, encouragement and support for displaced racism, he lived this principle throughout his life by homemakers — those who had spent years care-giving opening the door for others. Through his foundation then found themselves back in the workforce trying he provided access to the game for young black athletes to support themselves and, many times, a family. throughout the world. Today, WCRAC's average client is a 34-year-old woman with 2-3 children, struggling to make ends At the Women’s Resource Center this belief not meet. COVID has amplified the need for the services only guides its approach in serving the women in of Women’s Resource Center in Alamance County. Alamance County, but the quote has become the daily mantra. WCRAC Mission: We are dedicated to empower- ing women to improve and enrich their lives. We sup- \"We meet clients where they are,\" Watson goes on to port them through life transitions to achieve stability, say, \"knowing that each person who walks through our self-sufficiency, sustainability, and success. door has their own set of tools for achieving their goals. We believe our function is to help our clients recognize \"A wonderful and impactful quote from Ameri- their tools, how to best use them, identify what may can professional tennis player great Arthur Ashe has be missing, and support them as they build their own become our daily mantra,\" Executive Director Susan empowered toolkit. We coach and mentor, assisting Watson tells us. with goal setting and identification of potential barri- ers to their success, or obstacles which could get in the \" \"To achieve greatness, Start Where You Are. Use way. Our Success ToolKit program is unique because What You Have. Do What You Can.\" —Arthur Ashe it focuses on building a life by design instead of living a Arthur Ashe won three Grand Slam singles titles life by default.\" and was the first African American player selected to the United States Davis Cup team and the only black man ever to win the singles title at Wimbledon, the US Open, and the Australian Open. 2244 Randolph Living | Vol 2 ♦ Issue 5

Susan Watson Kate Meyer Executive Director Community Outreach Coordinator April Snell Echo Blum Client Resource Coordinator Graduate Student Volunteer Sheila Washington Graduate Student Volunteer Executive Director Susan Watson is in her 9th year with WRCAC and leads a small but mighty team. Kate Meyer is the Community Outreach Coordinator and April Snell is the Client Resource Coordinator. This year's MSW Graduate Students are Sheila Washington (A&T/UNCG) and Echo Blum (UNC). Our office volunteers are Julee Chacon and Maria Hernandez, who provide services to our Spanish speaking clients. Claudia Penny (Elon) is with us for spring semester and Sue Bugno volunteers weekly. Together in a small welcoming space, we are honored with the stories of each woman who walks through our doors. RandolphLiving.com 25

Watson is the 3rd executive director for The staff with City Gate Dream Center to assist in deep- Center, following the path forged by Heidi Norwick ening the connection. A Spanish-speaking volunteer and Dion Terry, the two prior executive directors. regularly assists with client appointments. When asked what brought her into this work, Susan answered, “My own story.” Her personal story of WRCAC is a community partner of the agencies birth family, adoptive family, step-family, quitting represented by the Family Justice Center and also college, marriage, divorce, raising three children as serves the residents of Benevolence Farm. a working single parent (with much help from her parents), finally graduating from college and now a The Center's vision is that of a community grandmother. Susan's story is the same as those of her strengthened by all women leading self-sufficient, clients. productive, rewarding lives. It is important for there to be an equitable opportunity for marginalized “I am my client,\" she says. \"We are drawn to this communities, including women of color, victims of work because we see all of the possibilities in each per- domestic violence, as well as justice-involved women son we serve, because we have walked in their shoes.” to share in the success of that same vision. Further, The Center's goal of providing the resources, tools WRCAC's hands-on, 20-member, Board of Direc- and training to help all women achieve stability, tors now includes two LatinX, two Native Americans, self-sufficiency, sustainability and success is also key. three African Americans and two wonderful men The Center does this through a Success ToolKit Pro- who believe in our mission. WRCAC's Diversity, gram which coaches women through life transitions Equity and Inclusion committee is led by one of its and overcoming obstacles to their success, particularly own Native Americans. This committee reviews all as- for marginalized communities. Their focus is on job/ pects of the organization to be sure the focus remains career readiness, financial literacy training and soft on reaching marginalized communities. The staff has skill training for workforce development in order to been through Phase I of Racial Equity Training and is create long-term success. The wrap-around collabora- being trained in Person First Training, taught by the tive approach aligns with the mission of United Way Executive Director of Benevolence Farm. The Cen- to reduce disparities and decrease poverty, especially ter's Governance Committee is led by one of its own in marginalized communities. WRCAC holds much LatinX directors. Yet another board member is on gratitude for the support of United Way of Alamance County as well as corporate sponsors and individual donors. 26 Randolph Living | Vol 2 ♦ Issue 5

Women Connecting Women is a 6-part career Working Women’s Wednesdays is an exciting support series within the Success Toolkit program. monthly series designed by the Women’s Resource People learn about personal branding, well-written Center and is dedicated to improving opportu- cover letters and resumes to use traditionally and nities for women in the workplace since 2003. within social media. Community partners provide Dynamic speakers and proven leaders to Alamance mock interviewing and linkage to real-world em- County participate in these events. Join WRCAC ployment. Women start to build their professional for the best networking event of any kind held in community as they gain confidence working through Alamance County! the modules as a group and sharing their experiences. For sponsorship opportunities, contact Susan WRCAC's approach is flexible, relevant and compat- Watson, [email protected] ible with today’s employment market. The program has been expanded to include soft skill development Dates and speaker announcements are sent to further enhance women’s work preparation, mar- through the Women’s Resource Center email list. ketability & goal achievement. Don’t miss the opportunity to hear from fascinat- ing women of leadership, creativity and vision. Alamance Commu- nity College (ACC) is Each month there are multiple workshops The Center's soft skill focused on empowering women and enriching development partner. lives. A full listing can be found on the website at ACC provides a trainer www.wrcac.org certified in Working Smart (Soft Skills for The team — the people — at Womens' Re- Workplace Success) source Center are storytellers, highlighting local developed by the female leaders who tirelessly commit to the cause Charlotte Mecklenburg of advancing women, to the next generation of Workforce Devel- emerging female leaders who are inspired to make a opment Board. New difference, and to those who have weathered their components that are own life transitions while moving forward on their being added are Accenture Skills to Succeed Acade- leadership path. my, which build the skills and confidence of people so they can make career choices, find a job, and keep Leading the Way is a fall fundraiser which is it. Some clients take advantage of both workshops. In an annual celebration of women’s leadership in the latter offering, the community college issues a cer- Alamance County. The Center honors the work of tification recognized by local employers. This curric- its founders by presenting awards to women who ulum puts WRCAC at the forefront of job readiness demonstrate those same founding characteristics by instruction, meeting specific employer requests to fill providing outstanding contributions in the areas of the soft skill knowledge gap in today’s workforce and philanthropy, community development, business with the goal of promoting job retention. and mentoring. Read about our 2021 award recipients on our blog: https://alamancewomen.org/ or our website: wrcac.org/leading-the-way www.uwalamance.org RandolphLiving.com 27

The Center's much-loved Herb Festival is the You too can connect with the mission by donating to Center's signature annual fundraiser and is scheduled The Center: wrcac.org/donate for April 21st – April 23rd, 2022 at First Presbyterian According to the United Way of NC Self-Sufficiency Church in Burlington. Now in its 24th year, calculator, a single parent with 1 pre-school child and WRCAC looks forward to celebrating spring with 1 school-age child needs an income of $54,730 to the community. Can’t you just smell those fragrant make ends meet and be self-sufficient. herbs? The Center purchases local organic herbs, an- ALAMANCE COUNTY HEALTH RANKINGS nuals, perennials and vegetables to sell at the festival. 29% of children live in single-parent families The funds raised support the daily work of serving According to the NC Status of Women Report in women and their families through life transitions. 2018, women made up 51% of the population and For sponsor and vendor opportunities, contact had the following median incomes: Susan Watson, [email protected] Women earned $36,400, which was an average of $8,600 less than men This event has the largest need for volunteers each Women of color earned $31,821, which was $13,179 year. Won't you mark your calendars with the dates and less than men reach out to [email protected] to add your name to Hispanic women earned $24,322, which was $20,668 the email list for updates? The call for volunteers will less than men be sent out on March 1st. The Center needs the continued financial support of individuals and businesses from within the com- munity. The Strategic Planning committee is setting the vision for the next five years and plans to expand services, meeting women and their families where they are, listening to their stories, allowing them the opportunity to set goals and create action steps to design a life that is stable, self-sufficient, sustainable and successful. 28 Randolph Living | Vol 2 ♦ Issue 5

You can help... 411-B West Fifth Street Burlington, NC 27215 With the COVID epidemic still creating problems On the campus of across the country, women are struggling more than First Presbyterian Church in Burlington ever as they try to care for their families, work, and educate their children with very limited resources. See more about the 24th Annual The programs of WRCAC are needed now more than Herb Festival on Page 11 ever to support women and their families as they nav- igate finding employment and accessing community resources. Marginalized populations were behind be- fore the pandemic began, so recovery is a slow process. DayContact Executive Director Susan Watson TODAY to see how you can help: [email protected] Trippin' RandolphLiving.com 29

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