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Ashe unemployment rate drops
by James Howell
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jhowell@heartlandpublications.com

Ashe County joins 97 other counties in North Carolina whose unemployment rate has decreased in the last month.

The latest release from the N.C. Department of Commerce says Ashe County’s unemployment rate was 10.2 percent in September 2012. This is down by .7 percent from August’s unemployment rate of 10.9 percent.

Ashe County’s unemployment rate in September 2011 was 11 percent, indicating Ashe County’s unemployment rate has decreased .8 percent since last year.

“Ashe County has shown a fairly static decrease in its unemployment rate. Dropping .8 percent over the past year (the unemployment rate) is a good sign of steady growth,” said Larry Parker, the public information officer of the Employment Security Commission in Raleigh.

According to the report, Ashe County, along with its neighbors, have all shown uniform drops in unemployment rates between .6 and 1.2 percent. Of the four N.C. counties in close proximity to Ashe, the unemployment rate is no better than 7.3 percent and no worse than 10.2 percent.

Of Ashe County’s closest neighbors, Watauga County’s rate has dropped from 8.3 percent in August to 7.3 percent in September and Wilkes County’s unemployment rate dropped from 11 percent in August to 10.2 percent in September.

A more dramatic drop was reported for Alleghany County’s unemployment rate, which dropped from 10.1 percent in August to 8.9 percent in September. In September 2011, Alleghany County reported an unemployment rate of 11.5 percent, meaning Alleghany County’s rate has fallen by 2.6 percent over the past year.

Avery County’s unemployment rate also decreased in the last month from 10.5 percent in August to 9.9 percent in September.

Excluding Watauga County’s rate, these rates are slightly higher that North Carolina’s average unemployment rate of 8.9 percent. N.C.’s lowest unemployment rate comes from Currituck County with 5.1 percent; its highest unemployment rate comes from Scotland County with a 16.1 percent rate.

Almost every county in North Carolina has made strides forward in the past month. Of N.C.’s 100 counties, 97 counties’ unemployment rates are lower than last month’s rates, only one county has a higher rate than last month, and two counties have remained the same.

According to Parker, the number of unemployed in Ashe County has decreased by 30 people since August, while the rate of employed increased by 500.

Parker also said Ashe County’s labor force could fluctuate greatly from month to month because of short-term seasonal changes.

According to Parker, government employment increased in September. Parker said this is due to schools returning from summer break, which means more positions have been filled in education.

Parker also said these numbers could reflect increased employment for one of Ashe County’s highest-grossing industries, Christmas tree farming. Ashe County’s unemployment rate could continue to improve as the holiday season draws near and there is an increased demand for workers, said Parker.

Ashe County’s unemployment rate could also be impacted by layoffs from United Chemi-Con and by new employers like Tractor Supply Co. and Mo’s Boots.

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by Nathan Ham
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Softball players across the county are invited to attend this year’s Diamond Stars Softball Camp at Ashe County High School.

The softball camp will start on June 24 and last through June 26 from 9 a.m. until noon each day.

Varsity head coach Bill Key along with several current and former players will be on hand to teach the basic fundamentals of softball and improve the numerous individual skills required to play the sport.

Coach Key has spent 24 years coaching in the Ashe County school system, including the last 14 years as the varsity softball head coach.

Rising third graders through rising ninth graders are eligible to attend camp for a cost of $40.

Campers need to bring their own equipment such as a bat, glove, and cleats. Campers can also bring extra money for concessions that will be sold.

Checks can be made out to Bill Key and players will register on the first day of camp.

If you have any questions, call Coach Key at (336) 846-2906.

REGISTRATION FORM

Player’s name: _____________________________________

Age: ______

Fall 2013 grade: ______

Address: __________________________________________________

:_________________________________________________________

Home phone: _______________________________

Work phone: ________________________________

Adult t-shirt size: _______________

Allergies: ___________________________________________________

Any conditions camp staff should be aware of:__________________________________________

RELEASE FORM

I hereby authorize any medical treatment which may be advised by a doctor. I acknowledge and understand that participating in this camp, the possibility exists that my child may sustain an injury.

Player Name:

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Barry Wayne John Woods, of West Greencrest Drive, Millers Creek, died Monday, June 17, 2013, at Forsyth Medical Center with his family by his side. He was 68.

He was born Dec. 4, 1944, in Hamilton, Ontario to Melville and Alice McCluskie Woods.

Known for making new acquaintances, Barry was always a generous friend. He enjoyed simple pleasures like playing with his dogs, piano music, taking drives through the beautiful countryside and car talk. He was a member of Warrensville Seventh-day Adventist Church.

Survivors include his wife, Maxine Suiter Woods of the home; daughter, Melaney Woods of Hamilton, Ontario; his furry children, Ginger and Fred; sister, Marlene Tranter of Scarborough, Ontario; brother, Terry Woods of Oshawa, Ontario; nephews, Brett Woods and Matthew Tranter; niece, Tiffaney Tranter; his father-in-law, Marvin Suiter; and numerous friends that he also considered family.

Memorial services will be 4 p.m., Saturday, June 22 at Warrensville Seventh-day Adventist Church with Pastor Bob Grant officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Christian Record Services for the Blind, 4444 South 52nd St., P.O. Box 6097, Lincoln, NE 68506 or to the Katie Good Samaritan Fund, c/o Animal Hospital of Wilkes, 1609 Curtis Bridge Road, Wilkesboro, NC 28697.

Notes of sympathy may be e-mailed to the Woods Family at www.adamsfunerals.com.

Adams Funeral Home of Wilkes is serving the Woods Family.

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Softball players across the county are invited to attend this year’s Diamond Stars Softball Camp at Ashe County High School.

The softball camp will start on June 24 and last through June 26 from 9 a.m. until noon each day.

Varsity head coach Bill Key along with several current and former players will be on hand to teach the basic fundamentals of softball and improve the numerous individual skills required to play the sport.

Coach Key has spent 24 years coaching in the Ashe County school system, including the last 14 years as the varsity softball head coach.

Rising third graders through rising ninth graders are eligible to attend camp for a cost of $40.

Campers need to bring their own equipment such as a bat, glove, and cleats. Campers can also bring extra money for concessions that will be sold.

Checks can be made out to Bill Key and players will register on the first day of camp.

If you have any questions, call Coach Key at (336) 846-2906.

REGISTRATION FORM

Player’s name: _____________________________________

Age: ______

Fall 2013 grade: ______

Address: __________________________________________________

:_________________________________________________________

Home phone: _______________________________

Work phone: ________________________________

Adult t-shirt size: _______________

Allergies: ___________________________________________________

Any conditions camp staff should be aware of:__________________________________________

RELEASE FORM

I hereby authorize any medical treatment which may be advised by a doctor. I acknowledge and understand that participating in this camp, the possibility exists that my child may sustain an injury.

Player Name:

___________________________

Parent/Guardian Signature:

___________________________

Date: ___________

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Barry Wayne John Woods, of West Greencrest Drive, Millers Creek, died Monday, June 17, 2013, at Forsyth Medical Center with his family by his side. He was 68.

He was born Dec. 4, 1944, in Hamilton, Ontario to Melville and Alice McCluskie Woods.

Known for making new acquaintances, Barry was always a generous friend. He enjoyed simple pleasures like playing with his dogs, piano music, taking drives through the beautiful countryside and car talk. He was a member of Warrensville Seventh-day Adventist Church.

Survivors include his wife, Maxine Suiter Woods of the home; daughter, Melaney Woods of Hamilton, Ontario; his furry children, Ginger and Fred; sister, Marlene Tranter of Scarborough, Ontario; brother, Terry Woods of Oshawa, Ontario; nephews, Brett Woods and Matthew Tranter; niece, Tiffaney Tranter; his father-in-law, Marvin Suiter; and numerous friends that he also considered family.

Memorial services will be 4 p.m., Saturday, June 22 at Warrensville Seventh-day Adventist Church with Pastor Bob Grant officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Christian Record Services for the Blind, 4444 South 52nd St., P.O. Box 6097, Lincoln, NE 68506 or to the Katie Good Samaritan Fund, c/o Animal Hospital of Wilkes, 1609 Curtis Bridge Road, Wilkesboro, NC 28697.

Notes of sympathy may be e-mailed to the Woods Family at www.adamsfunerals.com.

Adams Funeral Home of Wilkes is serving the Woods Family.

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Softball players across the county are invited to attend this year’s Diamond Stars Softball Camp at Ashe County High School.

The softball camp will start on June 24 and last through June 26 from 9 a.m. until noon each day.

Varsity head coach Bill Key along with several current and former players will be on hand to teach the basic fundamentals of softball and improve the numerous individual skills required to play the sport.

Coach Key has spent 24 years coaching in the Ashe County school system, including the last 14 years as the varsity softball head coach.

Rising third graders through rising ninth graders are eligible to attend camp for a cost of $40.

Campers need to bring their own equipment such as a bat, glove, and cleats. Campers can also bring extra money for concessions that will be sold.

Checks can be made out to Bill Key and players will register on the first day of camp.

If you have any questions, call Coach Key at (336) 846-2906.

REGISTRATION FORM

Player’s name: _____________________________________

Age: ______

Fall 2013 grade: ______

Address: __________________________________________________

:_________________________________________________________

Home phone: _______________________________

Work phone: ________________________________

Adult t-shirt size: _______________

Allergies: ___________________________________________________

Any conditions camp staff should be aware of:__________________________________________

RELEASE FORM

I hereby authorize any medical treatment which may be advised by a doctor. I acknowledge and understand that participating in this camp, the possibility exists that my child may sustain an injury.

Player Name:

___________________________

Parent/Guardian Signature:

___________________________

Date: ___________

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Barry Wayne John Woods, of West Greencrest Drive, Millers Creek, died Monday, June 17, 2013, at Forsyth Medical Center with his family by his side. He was 68.

He was born Dec. 4, 1944, in Hamilton, Ontario to Melville and Alice McCluskie Woods.

Known for making new acquaintances, Barry was always a generous friend. He enjoyed simple pleasures like playing with his dogs, piano music, taking drives through the beautiful countryside and car talk. He was a member of Warrensville Seventh-day Adventist Church.

Survivors include his wife, Maxine Suiter Woods of the home; daughter, Melaney Woods of Hamilton, Ontario; his furry children, Ginger and Fred; sister, Marlene Tranter of Scarborough, Ontario; brother, Terry Woods of Oshawa, Ontario; nephews, Brett Woods and Matthew Tranter; niece, Tiffaney Tranter; his father-in-law, Marvin Suiter; and numerous friends that he also considered family.

Memorial services will be 4 p.m., Saturday, June 22 at Warrensville Seventh-day Adventist Church with Pastor Bob Grant officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Christian Record Services for the Blind, 4444 South 52nd St., P.O. Box 6097, Lincoln, NE 68506 or to the Katie Good Samaritan Fund, c/o Animal Hospital of Wilkes, 1609 Curtis Bridge Road, Wilkesboro, NC 28697.

Notes of sympathy may be e-mailed to the Woods Family at www.adamsfunerals.com.

Adams Funeral Home of Wilkes is serving the Woods Family.

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Softball players across the county are invited to attend this year’s Diamond Stars Softball Camp at Ashe County High School.

The softball camp will start on June 24 and last through June 26 from 9 a.m. until noon each day.

Varsity head coach Bill Key along with several current and former players will be on hand to teach the basic fundamentals of softball and improve the numerous individual skills required to play the sport.

Coach Key has spent 24 years coaching in the Ashe County school system, including the last 14 years as the varsity softball head coach.

Rising third graders through rising ninth graders are eligible to attend camp for a cost of $40.

Campers need to bring their own equipment such as a bat, glove, and cleats. Campers can also bring extra money for concessions that will be sold.

Checks can be made out to Bill Key and players will register on the first day of camp.

If you have any questions, call Coach Key at (336) 846-2906.

REGISTRATION FORM

Player’s name: _____________________________________

Age: ______

Fall 2013 grade: ______

Address: __________________________________________________

:_________________________________________________________

Home phone: _______________________________

Work phone: ________________________________

Adult t-shirt size: _______________

Allergies: ___________________________________________________

Any conditions camp staff should be aware of:__________________________________________

RELEASE FORM

I hereby authorize any medical treatment which may be advised by a doctor. I acknowledge and understand that participating in this camp, the possibility exists that my child may sustain an injury.

Player Name:

___________________________

Parent/Guardian Signature:

___________________________

Date: ___________

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Barry Wayne John Woods, of West Greencrest Drive, Millers Creek, died Monday, June 17, 2013, at Forsyth Medical Center with his family by his side. He was 68.

He was born Dec. 4, 1944, in Hamilton, Ontario to Melville and Alice McCluskie Woods.

Known for making new acquaintances, Barry was always a generous friend. He enjoyed simple pleasures like playing with his dogs, piano music, taking drives through the beautiful countryside and car talk. He was a member of Warrensville Seventh-day Adventist Church.

Survivors include his wife, Maxine Suiter Woods of the home; daughter, Melaney Woods of Hamilton, Ontario; his furry children, Ginger and Fred; sister, Marlene Tranter of Scarborough, Ontario; brother, Terry Woods of Oshawa, Ontario; nephews, Brett Woods and Matthew Tranter; niece, Tiffaney Tranter; his father-in-law, Marvin Suiter; and numerous friends that he also considered family.

Memorial services will be 4 p.m., Saturday, June 22 at Warrensville Seventh-day Adventist Church with Pastor Bob Grant officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Christian Record Services for the Blind, 4444 South 52nd St., P.O. Box 6097, Lincoln, NE 68506 or to the Katie Good Samaritan Fund, c/o Animal Hospital of Wilkes, 1609 Curtis Bridge Road, Wilkesboro, NC 28697.

Notes of sympathy may be e-mailed to the Woods Family at www.adamsfunerals.com.

Adams Funeral Home of Wilkes is serving the Woods Family.

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Softball players across the county are invited to attend this year’s Diamond Stars Softball Camp at Ashe County High School.

The softball camp will start on June 24 and last through June 26 from 9 a.m. until noon each day.

Varsity head coach Bill Key along with several current and former players will be on hand to teach the basic fundamentals of softball and improve the numerous individual skills required to play the sport.

Coach Key has spent 24 years coaching in the Ashe County school system, including the last 14 years as the varsity softball head coach.

Rising third graders through rising ninth graders are eligible to attend camp for a cost of $40.

Campers need to bring their own equipment such as a bat, glove, and cleats. Campers can also bring extra money for concessions that will be sold.

Checks can be made out to Bill Key and players will register on the first day of camp.

If you have any questions, call Coach Key at (336) 846-2906.

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Player’s name: _____________________________________

Age: ______

Fall 2013 grade: ______

Address: __________________________________________________

:_________________________________________________________

Home phone: _______________________________

Work phone: ________________________________

Adult t-shirt size: _______________

Allergies: ___________________________________________________

Any conditions camp staff should be aware of:__________________________________________

RELEASE FORM

I hereby authorize any medical treatment which may be advised by a doctor. I acknowledge and understand that participating in this camp, the possibility exists that my child may sustain an injury.

Player Name:

___________________________

Parent/Guardian Signature:

___________________________

Date: ___________

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Barry Wayne John Woods, of West Greencrest Drive, Millers Creek, died Monday, June 17, 2013, at Forsyth Medical Center with his family by his side. He was 68.

He was born Dec. 4, 1944, in Hamilton, Ontario to Melville and Alice McCluskie Woods.

Known for making new acquaintances, Barry was always a generous friend. He enjoyed simple pleasures like playing with his dogs, piano music, taking drives through the beautiful countryside and car talk. He was a member of Warrensville Seventh-day Adventist Church.

Survivors include his wife, Maxine Suiter Woods of the home; daughter, Melaney Woods of Hamilton, Ontario; his furry children, Ginger and Fred; sister, Marlene Tranter of Scarborough, Ontario; brother, Terry Woods of Oshawa, Ontario; nephews, Brett Woods and Matthew Tranter; niece, Tiffaney Tranter; his father-in-law, Marvin Suiter; and numerous friends that he also considered family.

Memorial services will be 4 p.m., Saturday, June 22 at Warrensville Seventh-day Adventist Church with Pastor Bob Grant officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Christian Record Services for the Blind, 4444 South 52nd St., P.O. Box 6097, Lincoln, NE 68506 or to the Katie Good Samaritan Fund, c/o Animal Hospital of Wilkes, 1609 Curtis Bridge Road, Wilkesboro, NC 28697.

Notes of sympathy may be e-mailed to the Woods Family at www.adamsfunerals.com.

Adams Funeral Home of Wilkes is serving the Woods Family.

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Softball players across the county are invited to attend this year’s Diamond Stars Softball Camp at Ashe County High School.

The softball camp will start on June 24 and last through June 26 from 9 a.m. until noon each day.

Varsity head coach Bill Key along with several current and former players will be on hand to teach the basic fundamentals of softball and improve the numerous individual skills required to play the sport.

Coach Key has spent 24 years coaching in the Ashe County school system, including the last 14 years as the varsity softball head coach.

Rising third graders through rising ninth graders are eligible to attend camp for a cost of $40.

Campers need to bring their own equipment such as a bat, glove, and cleats. Campers can also bring extra money for concessions that will be sold.

Checks can be made out to Bill Key and players will register on the first day of camp.

If you have any questions, call Coach Key at (336) 846-2906.

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Player’s name: _____________________________________

Age: ______

Fall 2013 grade: ______

Address: __________________________________________________

:_________________________________________________________

Home phone: _______________________________

Work phone: ________________________________

Adult t-shirt size: _______________

Allergies: ___________________________________________________

Any conditions camp staff should be aware of:__________________________________________

RELEASE FORM

I hereby authorize any medical treatment which may be advised by a doctor. I acknowledge and understand that participating in this camp, the possibility exists that my child may sustain an injury.

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Barry Wayne John Woods, of West Greencrest Drive, Millers Creek, died Monday, June 17, 2013, at Forsyth Medical Center with his family by his side. He was 68.

He was born Dec. 4, 1944, in Hamilton, Ontario to Melville and Alice McCluskie Woods.

Known for making new acquaintances, Barry was always a generous friend. He enjoyed simple pleasures like playing with his dogs, piano music, taking drives through the beautiful countryside and car talk. He was a member of Warrensville Seventh-day Adventist Church.

Survivors include his wife, Maxine Suiter Woods of the home; daughter, Melaney Woods of Hamilton, Ontario; his furry children, Ginger and Fred; sister, Marlene Tranter of Scarborough, Ontario; brother, Terry Woods of Oshawa, Ontario; nephews, Brett Woods and Matthew Tranter; niece, Tiffaney Tranter; his father-in-law, Marvin Suiter; and numerous friends that he also considered family.

Memorial services will be 4 p.m., Saturday, June 22 at Warrensville Seventh-day Adventist Church with Pastor Bob Grant officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Christian Record Services for the Blind, 4444 South 52nd St., P.O. Box 6097, Lincoln, NE 68506 or to the Katie Good Samaritan Fund, c/o Animal Hospital of Wilkes, 1609 Curtis Bridge Road, Wilkesboro, NC 28697.

Notes of sympathy may be e-mailed to the Woods Family at www.adamsfunerals.com.

Adams Funeral Home of Wilkes is serving the Woods Family.

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Jun 19, 2013 | 228 views | 0 0 comments | 10 10 recommendations | email to a friend | print

Softball players across the county are invited to attend this year’s Diamond Stars Softball Camp at Ashe County High School.

The softball camp will start on June 24 and last through June 26 from 9 a.m. until noon each day.

Varsity head coach Bill Key along with several current and former players will be on hand to teach the basic fundamentals of softball and improve the numerous individual skills required to play the sport.

Coach Key has spent 24 years coaching in the Ashe County school system, including the last 14 years as the varsity softball head coach.

Rising third graders through rising ninth graders are eligible to attend camp for a cost of $40.

Campers need to bring their own equipment such as a bat, glove, and cleats. Campers can also bring extra money for concessions that will be sold.

Checks can be made out to Bill Key and players will register on the first day of camp.

If you have any questions, call Coach Key at (336) 846-2906.

REGISTRATION FORM

Player’s name: _____________________________________

Age: ______

Fall 2013 grade: ______

Address: __________________________________________________

:_________________________________________________________

Home phone: _______________________________

Work phone: ________________________________

Adult t-shirt size: _______________

Allergies: ___________________________________________________

Any conditions camp staff should be aware of:__________________________________________

RELEASE FORM

I hereby authorize any medical treatment which may be advised by a doctor. I acknowledge and understand that participating in this camp, the possibility exists that my child may sustain an injury.

Player Name:

___________________________

Parent/Guardian Signature:

___________________________

Date: ___________

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Jun 19, 2013 | 137 views | 0 0 comments | 4 4 recommendations | email to a friend | print

Barry Wayne John Woods, of West Greencrest Drive, Millers Creek, died Monday, June 17, 2013, at Forsyth Medical Center with his family by his side. He was 68.

He was born Dec. 4, 1944, in Hamilton, Ontario to Melville and Alice McCluskie Woods.

Known for making new acquaintances, Barry was always a generous friend. He enjoyed simple pleasures like playing with his dogs, piano music, taking drives through the beautiful countryside and car talk. He was a member of Warrensville Seventh-day Adventist Church.

Survivors include his wife, Maxine Suiter Woods of the home; daughter, Melaney Woods of Hamilton, Ontario; his furry children, Ginger and Fred; sister, Marlene Tranter of Scarborough, Ontario; brother, Terry Woods of Oshawa, Ontario; nephews, Brett Woods and Matthew Tranter; niece, Tiffaney Tranter; his father-in-law, Marvin Suiter; and numerous friends that he also considered family.

Memorial services will be 4 p.m., Saturday, June 22 at Warrensville Seventh-day Adventist Church with Pastor Bob Grant officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Christian Record Services for the Blind, 4444 South 52nd St., P.O. Box 6097, Lincoln, NE 68506 or to the Katie Good Samaritan Fund, c/o Animal Hospital of Wilkes, 1609 Curtis Bridge Road, Wilkesboro, NC 28697.

Notes of sympathy may be e-mailed to the Woods Family at www.adamsfunerals.com.

Adams Funeral Home of Wilkes is serving the Woods Family.

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