SOUTHERN PINES BUSINESS ASSOCIATION & SPRINGFEST 2014

SPBA President Jessica Harrleson leads a discussion about the many facets of the SPBA in lieu of next week’s edition of SPRINGFEST 2014 to be held on
April 26th from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. in downtown Southern Pines. Jessica is joined by Southern Pines resident & Springfest vendor, Jocelyn Remington,
and store owner of Mockingbird, Sundi McLaughlin. We were also joined by local resident Jill Ford who spoke about her new venture, Kona-Ice. (www.kona-ice.com).

The SPBA is comprised of local merchants and businesses, who together, bring the town such events as SPRINGFEST, FIRST EVE, FIRST FRIDAY, THE BLUES CRAWL, THE CHRISTMAS PARADE, AND THE DOWNTOWN MERCHANTS SIDEWALK SALE to name a few.

Founded in 1979, The SPBA’s purpose is to enhance and encourage the commercial well-being of Southern Pines and imporve the quality of life. The Association is committed to community events and spearheads the cooperation of business to business within the community.

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There is a love affair going on with the Town of Southern Pines. Our three guests are a big reason. wwwSOUTHERNPINES.BIZ. – P.O. BOX 1604 – SOUTHERN PINES, N.C. 28387 – 910-315-6508.

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Things to know if you are considering purchasing a Foreclosure

Pinehurst Attorney Buck Adams of Adams Law Firm, real estate broker/owner Nora McDonald of Community Housing Center and local lender Sue Bruton of Community 1 Bank discuss some the ins and outs and considerations about what
the purchase of a foreclosure looks like. Title issues, finance options, do’s and don’ts and the good information
required up front to manage a buyer’s expectations are discussed in detail. Nora McDonald deals exclusively with bank owned properties. She speaks with great experience and will help prepare any buyer or buyer agent on how to
proceed. Buck Adams relays some real life stories in the forelcosure process that will get your attention. Many of the myths and misunderstandings about foreclosures are discussed. Community1 offers a renovation loan that could be very useful for specific types of foreclosed properties. Nora can be reached at www.chchomesales.com, 910 246-0600, Sue can be reached at www.community1.com or 910 724-2404, and Buck Adams can be reached at buck@adamsnclaw.com or 910 295-1700.

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THE SOUTHERN PINES ELKS CLUB

Board members, Chris Deanes and Bob Jackson discuss the many facets of the Elks Club in Southern Pines including their Pool & Golf Membership as well as their dining & party facilities.

The Donald Ross designed course has won consistent national & statewide acclaim and the pool facility offers today’s younger families one of their most requested “wish list” items for their children.

With such a rich history, the Elks Club offers people of all ages so much value for their dollar and plays such a strong role in the communities involvement in charitable and non-profit organizations.

Bob & Chris review the fees to join the club; help define the background of the Elk’s, and share some heartwarming stories about growing up around this club or watching their children do the same.

The Elks Club is located at 280 Country Club Circle in Southern Pines. www.southernpinessc.com, www.elks.org
Inquiries about the club and their meeting facilities can be made at charlotte@southernpineselks.com, 910 692-7375. https://www.facebook.com/southernpineselkslodge?fref=ts

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TIME TO QUIT SMOKING? TIPS & GUIDANCE FROM FIRSTQUIT

Lynn Antil, the Health Education Specialist from First Health’s FirstQuit program is our return guest. Reformed smoker and counseling client of Lynn’s, Diane Harris, speaks articulately about the process of quitting and ties it in to everyday real life stories that easily resonate. Whether a medical situation emerges that forces people to try and quit or the simple desire for a healthier life is the reason, Lynn takes us through much of the process that quitting smoking entails. Lynn shows an acute understanding about the trials and tribulation of nicotine addiction as well as focusing on the positive aspects of what a smoke free life can look like. Her counseling sessions are both one and one and in a group setting. First Health Community Health Services is located in Pinehurst at 5 Aviemore Drive. To register for classes you can call 910 715-1925.

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GREAT TIPS ON TERMITE CONTROL & WARRANTIES

ART PARKER, ABERDEEN EXTERMINATORS WITH GREAT TIPS ON TERMITE CONTROL &
WARRANTIES

Art Parker is the owner of the Aberden Exterminating Company and his tips
this spring for homeowners on termite control and termite warranties is
invaluable information for all Sandhills residents. Art talks about some of
the misperceptions people have about termite control.
www.aberdeenexterminating.com, 910 944-2474.