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NewsletterVolume 18, Edition 3 • Fall 2015

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Robert Ball, partner and broker-in-charge of UNDERDOWNBALL, said, “We’re excited to welcome Claire to our team. As UnderdownBall grows, she will help us extend our reach, build relationships and elevate the level of expertise and support we can offer our clients. Claire’s knowledge and professionalism will represent UnderdownBall well.”

Claire recently received her real estate license and brings more than 10 years of experience in marketing and property management to her role. A graduate of Wingate University, she earned a Bachelor of Science in business administration and marketing and began her career with a prominent builder and developer in Southwest Florida. Claire also holds the position of director of operations for The Bonanza Group, LLC, a local company focused on real estate development, historic renovations, and small business investing and consulting.

Underdown, Ball & Associates, LLC is a full service commercial and residential real estate company specializing in appraisals, brokerage and property management in northwest North Carolina. The company is committed to providing professional and accurate services that enable clients to make knowledgeable and informed real estate decisions.

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Using Evernote to Run Your Business will be examined in a seminar held Oct. 6 from 1 to 3 p.m. at The Elkin Center, 1461 North Bridge Street, Elkin. Evernote is a business tool that lets you access information from all of your business devices (SmartPhone, Tablets, PC/Mac) and group your notes and documents in folders and notebooks, rapidly find any information, edit, share and print. Attendees will learn how to create a free Evernote account and explore accessing and using it on all relevant devices. The speaker will be Teddy Burriss.

How to Start a Home-Based Business will be explored with speaker Melissa Terrell on Oct. 7 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at The Pilot Center, 612 East Main Street, Pilot Mountain. Learn the requirements for getting started in a home-based business, including finding your niche, legal requirements, and developing a business plan.

Financing Your Small Business will be discussed on Oct. 7 with Chisa Pennix-Brown from 6 to 8 p.m. at the The Center for Public Safety, 1220 South State Street, Mount Airy. Financing continues to be a challenge for many small business owners. Questions range from, who will give me money for my business idea and what do they need from me to, how will this business make money and will it be enough to pay back a loan or attract an investor? Get to the heart of business financing in this seminar that answers your questions. Explore the advantages and disadvantages of the different types of funding sources

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How to Write a Business Plan will be explained by Chisa Pennix-Brown on Oct. 14 from 6 to 8 p.m. at The Center for Public Safety, 1220 South State Street, Mount Airy. A business plan can be the most important tool a small business owner has. Learn how to turn your ideas into a solid plan for financing and long-term success. This seminar teaches you the important components of a business plan and helps you lay the foundation for a winning plan. Find out how marketing, operations, and finance are interrelated. Discover how a business plan is used by potential lenders, the “dos and don’ts” of writing a plan, and steps for making the process easy. This seminar is designed for new and established business owners.

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The Basics of Bookkeeping will be examined with Chisa Pennix-Brown on Oct. 21 from 6 to 8 p.m. at The Center for Public Safety, 1220 South State Street, Mount Airy. Gain a workable knowledge of how to properly record financial transactions for your business. Discover the three most important financial reports and how to use them to make the best-informed business decisions. If you are a new business owner or need a refresher on the basics of accounting, this seminar is designed for you.

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Perched a-top a hill sits the country store at Byrd’s Branch Campground. It overlooks a small valley, which is home to several RV campsites. These spots welcome all who want a private, quiet space to call home for a few days. Just up the road a quarter of a mile are two, buddy-sites that are full hook ups. These sites offer solitude to friends and family who just want to hang out with each other.

Down at the main campground are rock laden fire pits, picnic tables and a small pond just right for a multitude of smooching frogs to call home. And, there is plenty of ground space under the pine trees, or up the branch for all who really want the whole camping experience and dare to sleep on the ground.

The country store provides snacks, drinks, local crafts such as:

walking sticks fashioned by Jonesville resident, Mark Walker, paintings and greeting cards by State Road local Pamela McLean, also, paintings by Russell Blevins of Ronda. The store carries blueberry jams, jellies, syrup, dressing and salsa all made from blueberries picked just down the road in Boonville at the Green Mesa Farm. If you’re looking for a book to read while lounging around in the wild you will find Sarah Byrd’s novels, and children’s picture book titled, “The Manger Mouse.” The store also carries Richard Nance’s novels, and Stephen Harris’ book of his favorite columns.

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Charleston Sea Salt and Caramel, running close behind is the Blackberry Crumble, and of course the all time favorites, Black Cherry and Home-style Butter Pecan.

Byrd’s Branch Campground and Country Store is located along the Mountains to Sea Trail which runs from Clingman’s Dome in the Great Smoky Mountains to Jockey’s Ridge on the Outer Banks. The Elkin Valley Trails Association is very excited that the five-mile segment from the park in Elkin to the campground is scheduled to open next year, and the twenty or so mile trek to Stone Mountain State Park will open up in sections over the next few years.

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Wendy Byerly Wood | Elkin TribuneSarah Byrd shows off the first dollar made at Byrd’s Branch Campground just outside of Elkin. The counter, which will feature snacks and local crafts when it is filled, is made from wood salvaged from a spring house that used to be on the property near the camp store.

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The Byrd’s Branch Campground store will offer hand-dipped ice cream, snacks and drinks, local crafts and serves as the bathhouse for the campground with two bathrooms equipped with toilet, sink and shower.

Wendy Byerly Wood | Elkin TribuneThe Byrd’s Branch Campground store will offer hand-dipped ice cream, snacks and drinks, local crafts and serves as the bathhouse for the campground with two bathrooms equipped with toilet, sink and shower.


Frog Smooching Pond is a place to sit and relax in the shade of the trees at Byrd’s Branch Campground.


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U.S. Congressman Mark Walker was a special guest at Hugh Chatham Memorial Hospital’s celebration Wednesday for being selected as a recipient of two Women’s Choice Awards for being one of America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Patient Experience and having one of the nation’s best stroke centers.

In introducing Walker, Hugh Chatham Chief Executive Officer Paul Hammes said he had learned a couple of things about the 6th District congressman. “His mother-in-law (Linda Sears of Winston-Salem) was born here,” he said.

“And I still came anyway,” Walker quipped.

Hammes responded in jest, “I’m not sure if I like that remark, but …”

Walker’s wife, Kelly, a nurse practitioner for Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center, also has landed on Hugh Chatham’s helipad, Hammes said, “so she’s actually been here from a different vantage point shall we say.”

The congressman also “plays a little trumpet on the side,” Hammes said. “He’s very cool.”

Walker responded, “51 percent think that, so that’s a good thing.”

Wednesday was Walker’s first official visit to Elkin since being sworn in as the 6th District congressman in January. Winning with 58.67 percent of the vote, he defeated Democrat Laura Fjeld in last year’s Nov. 4 election to claim the seat held by Howard Coble for 30 years.

Addressing Hugh Chatham staff and Elkin leaders gathered in the hospital’s Board of Trustees meeting room, Walker thanked them for representing the community so well. “We live in a world today where there’s a lot of talk,” he said. “Every month, it seems like there’s an awareness this, an awareness that … but there are very few times we actually see the action steps with it.

“After winning this award not once, not twice but for the third year in a row, I think that says you guys have gotten the action steps done as well.”

In addition to the Women’s Choice Award for Patient Experience and Best Stroke Center, Walker said he heard Elkin had also received a “Best Wired Community” award. “I asked Kyle (Hall, his field representative), ‘Does that mean they’re probably just excited?’” he joked. “He said, ‘No, that’s a technical term.’”

Walker said it is a privilege and a great responsibility for him to represent the 800,000 people in the 6th Congressional District. “And as the representative of this area,” he said, “it makes me proud on the D.C. side that you guys are getting great leadership with Paul and his background and experience and how he has integrated that philosophy with what you guys are already doing.”

In answering a question about what he considers to be the most important legislation he is working on, Walker said it is a bill he is cosponsoring that would allow states to opt out of federal education mandates. “That’s a bill we’re working very hard on,” he said.

Walker said he also is working on legislation addressing the growing problem of human trafficking, in which North Carolina ranks 10th in the nation.Before leaving, he and Hall were given a tour of the hospital.

Hall, in a telephone interview afterward, said he had just posted on social media all the places they visited on their tour through Elkin. “It was a great day,” he said.The first stop was a tour of the Pittsburgh Glass Works manufacturing plant. “Congressman Walker was amazed at the opportunities that are available for citizens there and for that company,” Hall said. “They’re looking to expand in the future, and I think Congressman Walker was very impressed with the opportunities they have with Surry Community College to help train employees to work in that plant.”

The most moving part of the day for Walker was being able to present a Purple Heart to the family of the late Thorbourn Cockerham, World War II veteran.

Walker also had lunch at Speedy Chef with Myra Cook, president of the Yadkin Valley Chamber of Commerce, and Misty Matthews, Office Manager for the chamber; along with Dr. Randy Bledsoe, superintendent of the Elkin City Schools; Dr. Travis Reeves, superintendent of the Surry County Schools; and Dr. David Shockley, president of Surry Community College.

Hall said Walker also enjoyed being interviewed by 100.9 WIFM Radio about what led him to run for the 6th District Congressional seat previously held by Howard Coble for 30 years and his experiences since he was sworn into office in January.

Walker spent 15 years in the ministry before becoming a congressman, stepping down as the pastor of Lawndale Baptist Church in Greensboro in January of 2014 to run for the 6th District seat.

Kathy Chaffin may be reached at 336-258-4058.

Kathy Chaffin | Elkin TribuneMark Walker addresses Hugh Chatham staff and Elkin officials at a celebration for the hospital’s two Women’s Choice Awards.

Kathy Chaffin | Elkin TribuneMary Blackburn, Hugh Chatham Memorial Hospital’s vice president of growth and development, talks with Congressman Mark Walker on a tour of the facility.

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Words from the Yadkin Valley Pumpkin Festival Chair The volunteers and Yadkin Valley Chamber of Commerce staff that comprise the Yadkin Valley Pumpkin Festival committee have been working diligently throughout the year, and we are very excited about this year’s festival!

Start your day at the pumpkin weigh off, located in the Liberty parking lot on East Main Street. Then make your way down Main Street, where you will find craft and food vendors showcasing handmade goods and scrumptious foods, including pumpkin ice cream and pumpkin spice lattes.

This year’s festival will feature an expanded children’s activities area. Start at Elkin Fire Department’s Ladder truck – located at the intersection of Main Street and Bridge Street -and meet several of your local volunteer firefighters. Then make your way to the patio next to the former 21 & Main restaurant to paint a pumpkin for $1.00 and take pictures in a festival cutout. Leave your pumpkin to dry and head down S. Bridge Street to find inflatables, putt putt, a train ride and a variety of booth games.

Sponsored by G&B Energy, Time Sawyer - a local favorite, will be performing from 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. in front of the Reeves Theater.

A special thanks to the sponsors of the festival -- Because none of this would have been possible without them, I would like to personally thank the volunteers that make up the Yadkin Valley Pumpkin Festival Committee – Missy Calhoun, Natalie Golikov, Betsy Robertson, Cicely McCulloch, and Ricky Roberts; as well as the staff of the Yadkin Valley Chamber of Commerce – Misty Matthews and Myra Cook; for their diligence in planning the 2015 Yadkin Valley Pumpkin Festival. A special thanks to Calie Robertson for designing, creating and painting the cutouts; and to G&B Energy for providing volunteers to assist us on festival day.


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Wendy Byerly Wood | Elkin TribuneSarah Byrd, right, and her granddaughter, Emily Jolly, walk through the white pine forest on what will be the Elkin to Stone Mountain trail being developed by the Elkin Valley Trails Association as part of the Mountains to Sea Trail.

Wendy Byerly Wood | Elkin TribuneTent sites offer plenty of shade, trees to hang hammocks, picnic tables and campfire rings at the new Byrd’s Branch Campground.

Wendy Byerly Wood | Elkin TribuneSarah Byrd, right, and her granddaughter, Emily Jolly, walk through the white pine forest on what will be the Elkin to Stone Mountain trail being developed by the Elkin Valley Trails Association as part of the Mountains to Sea Trail.

On Saturday, September 12th the community welcomed the

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Hikes, and bicyclers are looking forward to many more miles of trails opening in the near future around the campground.

Whether you visit Byrd’s Branch Campground & Country Store for a brisk walk, or sit a spell on the front porch eating ice cream owners, Jerry and Sarah Byrd welcome you into the folds of a time when life moved a bit slower.

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Submitted photoThomas Eidson, right, presents David Steelman with a $15,000 check for Yadkin Valley United Fund from the G&B Energy golf outing Sept. 10 at Cedarbrook Country Club.

United Fund raises 10 percent of its goal

The threat of afternoon showers didn’t stop golfers from participating in G&B Energy’s annual Irons in the Fire Charity Golf & Social benefiting the Yadkin Valley United Fund.

The 23nd annual event, held Sept. 10 at Cedarbrook Country Club, drew participation from 128 golfers and many local sponsors to raise $15,000 for the Yadkin Valley United Fund. This contribution puts the United Fund closer to reaching their $150,000 fundraising goal for the 2015 campaign.

The tantalizing aroma of smoke, grilling spices and fresh grilled meats filled the air over State Road as the grill masters from G&B Energy set up grilling stations throughout the golf course for this special event. Golfers and volunteers enjoyed slow-smoked pork barbeque, shrimp, baby back ribs, hot dogs, chicken wings and roast beef.

Once the last holes were played, the event was capped off with an awards ceremony

announcing the winning teams. The ceremony included a raffle for prizes, including golf equipment and attire, grills and even cash. All golfers who registered for the tournament were automatically placed into the raffle.

G&B Energy President Jeff Eidson is thrilled by the local community support for this annual event. “For 23 years, we have been blessed with support from the employees of G&B Energy, volunteers, sponsors, suppliers and players. These folks are the backbone of our community, and they are the reason for the successes of the G&B Energy Irons in the Fire Golf & Social. I would like to extend my deepest appreciation to everyone involved for their hard work and giving spirit,” said Eidson.

The G&B Energy’s inaugural charity golf tournament was held in 1993 at Cedarbrook Country Club. To date, the tournament has generated more than $407,000 in donations for charity.

YVUF ‘Dine Out’ huge success David Steelman, executive director, announced the Yadkin Valley United Fund “Dine Out” campaign was a huge success.

Fourteen restaurants participated in the week-long campaign Aug. 23-29 to kick off the annual campaign. This year’s goal for the Yadkin Valley is $150,000.

So far $3,279 has been donated from 12 of the 14 participating restaurants. Last year, 2014, with 10 restaurants $2,052 was raised.Steelman expressed thanks to Generations, John Boy’s, 222 Public House, Mazzini’s, Speedy Chef, Theo’s, Harry’s, 67 Pizza, Cedarbrook Country Club, Dodge City Steakhouse, Pirate’s Landing, Terry’s Café, Prime Thai, and 268 Grill.

The YVUF serves the communities of Arlington, Elkin, Jonesville, Mountain Park, Ronda, State Road, Thurmond and Traphill. For 2016 the YVUF committed funds to 25 local non-profit agencies and three scholarships to local high schools. Steelman also said that if anyone or group wants to do a special project or fund raiser, or would like to have him as a speaker, contact hime at 336-469-2860 or [email protected].


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Chamber honors community members at the2015 Annual Yadkin Valley Chamber of Commerce Banquet

Lloyd Payne, left, former Elkin town manager, accepts the Duke Energy Award from Jerry Stroud of Duke Energy.

The Johnsie Hudspeth Volunteer of the Year Award winner Ann Ashman of Life Store Insurance accepts her honor Thursday.

Taylor Clark of Chick-fil-A of Mount Airy accepts the Member of the Year award during the Yadkin Valley Chamber of Commerce annual meeting Thursday evening.

Myra Cook, president of the Yadkin Valley Chamber of Commerce, stands with Web Smalling Corporate Citizen Award winners, from left, Frank Beals and Barry Reavis, both of Edwards Jones.

Cynthia Allred, retired librarian for the Jonesville Public Library, accepts her Education Excellence Award from Elkin City Schools Dr. Randy Bledsoe and speaks passionately about the mission and drive of the library system.

Sherry Norman, right, who has been with Upper Yadkin Valley Habitat for Humanity and is now advertising representative for The Yadkin Ripple, receives the Ambassador of the Year Award from Nathan Lewis of PVH.

Zim Zimmerman and Cedarbrook Country Club are honored with the Rebel Good Award, which was presented by Brittany Eller of Cavu Printing.

The Community Beautification Award recipient is the town of Dobson for its new water splash pad and park. Accepting are Town Manager Josh Smith, left, and the town’s board of commissioners.

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Chamber honors community members at the2015 Annual Yadkin Valley Chamber of Commerce Banquet

Will Collins, assistant secretary of North Carolina Commerce for Workforce and vice president of North Carolina Community Colleges for Workforce, is the keynote speaker at the Yadkin Valley Chamber of Commerce annual meeting held at The Liberty Thursday.

Jeff Eidson of G&B Energy, new chairman of the board for the Yadkin Valley Chamber of Commerce, addresses the crowd gathered Thursday at the chamber’s annual meeting.

New Chairman Jeff Eidson, left, swears in the 2015-16 board of directors for the Yadkin Valley Chamber of Commerce Thursday during the annual meeting.

The Yadkin Valley Chamber of Commerce’s past-chairman, new chairman and chairman-elect, from left, Steve Owings, Jeff Eidson and Gary York, stand together.

Outgoing chairman of the board Steve Owings is presented with a locally handmade Clemson quilt as a thank you for his service during Thursday’s annual meeting. It is presented by Misty Matthews, left, and Christine Mason.

Will Collins, assistant secretary of North Carolina Commerce for Workforce and vice president of North Carolina Community Colleges for Workforce, is the keynote speaker at the Yadkin Valley Chamber of Commerce annual meeting held at The Liberty Thursday.

Myra Cook, president of the Yadkin Valley Chamber of Commerce, presents the Web Smalling Corporate Citizen Award winners, from left, Barry Reavis and Frank Beals, both of Edwards Jones.

Award honorees at the 2015 Yadkin Valley Chamber of Commerce’s annual meeting Thursday show off the handmade pottery awards they received following the dinner and meeting.

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Documents

Yadkin Valley Chamber of Commerce’s Community Newsletter · Newsletter Volume 18, Edition 3 • Fall 2015 116 East Market Street P.O. Box 496 • Elkin, N.C. (336) 526-1111 Fax: