Newsletter
A quarterly publication of the government of the Town of Mills River
News from the Mayor
Larry Freeman
Spring is always a special time in beautiful Mills River, especially along Town Center Drive, and around
your Town Hall, Library, and in Mills River Park!
We now have three Henderson County Sheriff’s
Deputies specifically designated for enhanced law
enforcement services inside the Town. Under our
current contract with Henderson County, that number of deputies will increase to five in the next several years.
Your Mayor, Council, and staff are working with NC
DOT on a number of major improvements: paving
and a new bridge on Hooper Lane within the next
several years, improvements and a broader turning
radius at the Highway 191 and Banner Farm Road
intersection, paving Broadpointe Drive with a new
bridge across McDowell Creek, and eventually widening Highway 191 from Mountain Road to the
Highway 280 intersection to four lanes hopefully
with paved median or center lane and bike/
pedestrian paths on each side. We are very grateful
to District Engineer Steve Cannon and NC DOT for
their guidance and cooperation moving all these important projects forward.
Council and staff are continuing to work with Transylvania County, private supporters, and other agencies on what we hope will be eventual bike lanes
within the NC DOT right-of-way along Highway 280
from our Town limit near Westfeldt Park all the way
to Pisgah Forest. That’s still some time away, but
“wheels are turning”.
Welcome Bojangles, and welcome back Mills River
Farmer’s Market for the season…and welcome to all
who visit our Park, Library, Town Hall…and welcome spring!
Respectfully and sincerely,
Larry B. Freeman, Mayor
Town of Mills River
Spring 2017
Volume 14 Issue 1
THE TOWN OF MILLS RIVER
124 Town Center Drive
Mills River, NC 28759
OFFICE: 828-890-2901 FAX: 828-890-2903
Office Hours: 9:00 am—5:00 pm
Monday-Friday
[email protected]
www.millsriver.org
This institution is an equal opportunity provider
and employer.
Council Members:
Mayor: Larry Freeman
Mayor Pro Tem: Shanon Gonce
Councilman: Wayne Carland
Councilman: Billy Johnston
Councilman: Roger Snyder
Staff:
Town Manager: Jeff Wells
[email protected]
Town Clerk/Finance Officer: Susan L. Powell
[email protected]
Tax Collector: Aurelie Taylor
[email protected]
Parks Director: Pat Christie
[email protected]
Administrative Assistant: Patty Brown
[email protected]
Planning & Zoning Officer: Jesse James
[email protected]
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Website:
www.millsriver.org
Newsletter Editors
Articles: Patty Brown
Layout: Kathie Doole
HISTORY CORNER
by
Jim Brittain
The Moore family of Mills River traces its roots back to Scotland. John Moore (1827-1905) came from Scotland and lived for a time in Rutherford County before moving to Henderson County. In 1847, he married
Sarah McGaha (1822-1904). They became the parents of at least six children including Mark Moore (18481921). Two other sons, Julius L. Moore (1857-1869) and George W. Moore (1861-1880) are buried at the
Stuart Cemetery in upper Mills River. Mark Moore and his first wife, A.R. Moore, became the parents of six children born between 1868
and 1875. Two of their children, John R. Moore (1869-1870) and Julia T. Moore (1873-1874) are buried at the Owenby-Moore Cemetery
near North Mills River Road. A.R. Moore was also buried there in 1875. A few months after the death of his first wife, Mark married Mary
Elizabeth Rickman (1853-1912). Their children included Marion A. Moore (1884-1970) and Liston L. Moore (1895-1982).
Mark Moore acquired several tracts of land from various neighbors between 1884 and 1914, a total of about 200 acres. In October 1891,
Mark and a neighbor, W.H. Gillespie, deeded about 1.5 acres near their property boundary to three trustees for a community school. It
became the site of the one room, seven grade, Mountain View School. The Mountain View School had closed before I started school, but
I still remember the building.
M. A. Moore’s first wife, Margaret E. Anderson, died of influenza in 1912. In 1915, he married Emma R.
Holden (1884-1970) and they became the parents of eight children, six of whom lived to adulthood. Moore
acquired farmland near the home place of his parents, formerly owned by W.H. Gillespie. He soon established a small general store and a grain mill. The store carried staples such as salt, sugar, and flour. It
also stocked candy, tobacco, and fireworks for the 4th of July. The store featured a gasoline pump and
kerosene for lamps prior to the arrival of power lines. The Moore’s were among the first in the community
to own a farm tractor. They also had a corn shredder which converted corn stalks into stover. Unfortunately, the machine caused Marion to lose one hand and most of his other hand. Despite the loss, he still
managed to make a weekly trip to Hendersonville to purchase supplies for his store. He and Emma were
both buried at the Whitaker-Moore Cemetery near their home.
L.L. Moore lived a short distance from his brother’s farm on what now is known as L.L. Moore Road. He married Laura Crawford (19001978), and they became parents of four children. He worked at an industrial plant in Canton and farmed part time. He and his wife are
also buried at the Whitaker-Moore Cemetery. Numerous descendants of the Moore brothers still live in the area.
PARK UPDATE SPRING 2017
Spring is here and every warm day brings people to the park to walk on a trail, use the playground, play tennis or
visit the dog park. We are all looking forward to spending more time outdoors.
The Town of Mills River has consistently utilized public input to determine the course of the development of Mills
River Park. As a result of last year’s Recreational Needs Survey, Town Council decided to move forward with
building a basketball court and a new picnic shelter that will include restrooms. These proposed facilities are to be
located near the parking lot north of Town Hall. Council directed the staff to apply for a PARTF (Parks and Recreation Trust Fund) grant to assist with the funding of the construction.
In order to apply for PARTF funding, the Town must show community support for the project. There are opportunities both online and in
person to show your support for the project and provide comments and suggestions. Please go to our website, www.millsriver.org, to participate online or learn about our drop-in sessions being held at the park and town hall. We also need your help at a special Town Council
meeting to be held on April 13th, 2017 at 6:45 pm. We will welcome public comment at that meeting in reference to the proposed project
and grant application. This year’s application is due May 1st, 2017 with a decision as to who receives funding being made in the fall.
We have recently performed some additional maintenance at the large dog park. The area was heavily aerated and limed and fertilizer and seed were put down. Temporary fencing has been installed in order to section
off the barest areas and give the new grass seed a chance to grow. Also, the field next to the northern parking
lot is being regraded and seeded this spring. We hope to have it open to the public as a multi-use field possibly over the summer or into the fall.
Upcoming events at the park include the Rugby Middle School Water Quality days being held April 11th-13th.
This event is sponsored by Rugby Middle School and the Henderson County Soil and Water Conservation
District. We expect 300 kids in 3 days and hope they find this to be a great learning experience. On April 15 th, the Mills River Lion’s Club
will be holding their annual Easter Egg Hunt at 1:00 pm in the open field behind the picnic shelter.
There will be a British Soccer Camp here this year being held the week of July 24th -July 28th. This year you may register online through a
link on our website. Go to the “Links” tab and click on Mills River Park and Rec 2017. This will take you to the Challenger Sports registration page.
Individuals and groups are starting to reserve the Picnic Shelter for the spring and summer months. Forms, rules, and requirements for
making a reservation are on the Town’s website, as well as a calendar with currently reserved dates. If you think you may want to reserve
a date, check out the calendar and call early as reservations are taken on a first come, first served basis. Please go to www.millsriver.org
and click on the Park button or call Town Hall at 828-890-2901 for information.
ADVERTISEMENT OF TAX LIENS ON REAL PROPERTY FOR THE YEAR 2016
Under and by virtue of the authority vested in the Tax Collector by § 105-369 of the North Carolina General Statutes, and pursuant to an Order by
the Mills River Town Council, the Tax Collector is hereby advertising liens for the year 2016 on the real estate described below. The amount
advertised will be increased by interest and advertisement costs, and the omission of interest and advertisement costs from the amount advertised will not constitute a waiver of the taxing unit’s claim for those items.
North Carolina General Statute § 105-369 requires that tax liens be advertised in the name of the owner as of the date of delinquency. The date
of delinquency for the 2016 tax year was January 6, 2017.
If these taxes remain unpaid, the Town of Mills River may foreclose and sell the property to satisfy all claims of unpaid taxes.
Do not mail the principal amount of taxes due. Please contact the Mills River Tax Collector for the correct amount owed including interest and
penalties.
This the 17th day of March, 2017.
Aurelie Taylor
Town of Mills River
Tax Collector
AARON, JAMES PATRICK, 384 WHITE OAK RIDGE RD., WEAVERVILLE, NC 28787, REID 08-01077, $86.22
ACOSTA, LOT J, P.O. BOX 409, EDNEYVILLE, NC 28727, REID 10-11227, $422.10
ALLISON, ISAAC SITTON JR., 900 GREENWOOD DR, HENDERSONVILLE, NC 28791, REID 10-17380, $335.52
ALLOR, ALBERT L., 340 TURTLE ROCK HWY, FLAT ROCK, NC 28731, REID 99-38130, $3.24
ARBOR CAPITAL LP, 280 OLD TURNPIKE RD, MILLS RIVER, NC 28759, REID 10-15935, $140.94
ARROWOOD, WILLIAM F, 37 WOODSCAPE DR., MILLS RIVER, NC 28759-9761, REID 99-29839, $106.38
ARUFFO, SUZANNE ALLOR, 23 NORMAN RD., FLETCHER, NC 28732, REID 99-38129, $5.04
BAKER, GERALD D, 2956 BUTLER BRIDGE RD, MILLS RIVER, NC 28759-3854, REID 99-48587, $370.08
BISHOP, CARL RAY, 110 WARLICK RD, MILLS RIVER, NC 28759-9660, REID 08-00249, $50.04
BISHOP, LILA H, 110 WARLICK RD, MILLS RIVER, NC 28759-9660, REID 08-00248, $126.18
BOOHER, STEVEN C, & ANGELA A., 101 FAIRVIEW HILLS DR., FAIRVIEW, NC 28730-9777, REID 99-61039, $717.84
BORCHARDT, ALBERT F., 514 MORRIS RD, MILLS RIVER, NC 28759, REID 99-33381, $509.40
BOYD, GEORGE W, 100 CREASMAN HILL RD., MILLS RIVER, NC 28759-2689, REID 99-36003, $103.50
BOYD, GEORGE W, 100 CREASMAN HILL RD., MILLS RIVER, NC 28759-2689, REID 10-12442, $151.65
BOYD, GEORGE W, 100 CREASMAN HILL RD., MILLS RIVER, NC 28759-2689, REID 10-12444, $80.10
BRITTAIN, BARBARA D., 230 OLD TURNPIKE RD, MILLS RIVER, NC 28759-8778, REID 08-00350, $3.39
BROWN, NORMAN J. & COLEEN, 120 QUAIL RIDGE RD, MILLS RIVER, NC 28759, REID 08-00390, $269.28
BROWN, RODERICK & TESSA, 290 BULLING CRK RD., PENROSE, NC 28766-9786, REID 08-00173, $83.16
BROWN, VIRGINIA M, 200 S MILLS RIVER RD, MILLS RIVER, NC 28759, REID 10-15252, $568.26
BRYSON, CHRISTOPHER, 208 MCDOWELL RD, MILLS RIVER, NC 28759-2628, REID 99-72043, $72.90
CABE, ROBERT, & KATHLEEN, 140 BONNIES COVE TRAIL, MILLS RIVER, NC 28759-9507, REID 99-50762, $470.70
CARLAND, ANTHONY & CLARK, KAREN, 286 N MILLS RIVER RD, MILLS RIVER, NC 28759, REID 10-12692, $513.54
CARLAND, ANTHONY & CASSANDRA, 64 PENNSYLVANIA RD., MILLS RIVER, NC 28759-9751, REID 99-28260, $189.72
CHILDERS, DANIEL & REBECCA, 54 CHILDERS RD, CANDLER, NC 28715, REID 10-15378, $358.38
COASTAL EXPRESS, LLC, 116 BELLE VERNON LN, MILLS RIVER, NC 28759, REID 99-60502, $142.56
CROMPTON, PATRICIA CORN, 45 LEE ILA TRL, MILLS RIVER, NC 28759, REID 10-12665, $308.70
CROOK, RAYMON & JULIA, 157 BREEZY MTN LN, MILLS RIVER, NC 28759-7773, REID 99-02873, $119.52
D.O. CREASMAN ELECTRONICS, P.O. BOX 458, CANDLER, NC 28715-0458, REID 08-00728, $78.48
DAVIS, HENRY, DAVIS, HAROLD, 116 LAUREL TERRACE CT., MILLS RIVER, NC 28759-6528, REID 08-00779, $192.78
DAVIS, MARY JANE, 749 JACKSON RD, FLETCHER, NC 28732, REID 99-75686, $65.16
DICKINSON, ALAN P, 212 BEBINGTON DR, CARY, NC 27513-1748, REID 08-02902, $27.90
DICKINSON, ALAN P, 212 BEBINGTON DR, CARY, NC 27513-1748, REID 08-00825, $29.88
DICRISTINO, MATTHEW, 88 WAGON WHEEL TRL, MILLS RIVER, NC 28759-3772, REID 08-00425, $244.08
DICRISTINO, MATTHEW, 88 WAGON WHEEL TRL, MILLS RIVER, NC 28759-3772, REID 99-68863, $133.20
DONOHO, BETTY BRITTAIN, P.O. BOX 15156, ASHEVILLE, NC 28813-1056, REID10-15067, $180.72
DOUGLAS, PATRICIA & FRIEND, A. T., 330 HOLLABROOK PKWY, MILLS RIVER, NC 28759-3880, REID 10-05667, $1140.30
DYKSTRA, SUSAN F, 51 BANNING LN, MILLS RIVER, NC 28759, REID 08-01832, $113.22
EDMONDS, FREDA, & CLARK, BRENDA, 221 S COUNTRY LN, MILLS RIVER, NC 28759, REID 99-26066, $60.84
EDMONDS, FREDA, & CLARK, BRENDA, 221 S COUNTRY LN, MILLS RIVER, NC 28759, REID 99-26064, $189.45
EDWARDS, MALCOLM, & REBECCA, 611 TURNPIKE RD, MILLS RIVER, NC 28759-9564, REID 10-10249, $307.26
ENSLEY, MICHAEL, 143 CASHDON DR., MILLS RIVER, NC 28759-7665, REID 08-00923, $249.84
EVANS, BESSIE & JANE, P.O. BOX 1414, FLETCHER, NC, 28732-1414, REID 08-02830, $21.47
FEDERAL HOME LOAN MORT CORP, 2300 WINDY RIDGE N TOWR, STE 200, ATLANTA, GA, 30339, REID 99-25875, $113.94
FINCH, JD, & BARRY B. KEMPSON, 11 N MARKET ST, ASHEVILLE, NC 28801, REID 99-68454, $23.94
FISHER, LEWIS & YELENA, 278 PENNSYLVANIA RD, MILLS RIVER, NC 28759, REID 10-10003, $141.39
FORD, SHIRLIE W, 111 BELLE VERNON LN, MILLS RIVER, NC 28759-9635, REID 99-45283, $407.16
FORTUNE, PENNY JO, 15 WOODSCAPE DR, MILLS RIVER, NC 28759-9761, REID 08-03305, $85.14
FOWLER, LEE BYERS, 275 S MILLS RIVER RD, MILLS RIVER, NC 28759-9791, REID 99-00280, $295.38
FRADY, DONNA, ALLISON, CALED, & ALLISON, GAGE, P.O. BOX 1221, ETOWAH, NC 28729-1221, REID 99-61446, $22.86
FRADY, DONNA, ALLISON, CALED, & ALLISON, GAGE, P.O. BOX 1221, ETOWAH, NC 28729-1221, REID 99-61447, $22.86
FRADY, DONNA, ALLISON, CALED, & ALLISON, GAGE, P.O. BOX 1221, ETOWAH, NC 28729-1221, REID 99-61448, $22.86
FRADY, DONNA, ALLISON, CALED, & ALLISON, GAGE, P.O. BOX 1221, ETOWAH, NC 28729-1221, REID 99-61449, $22.86
FRADY, DONNA, ALLISON, CALED, & ALLISON, GAGE, P.O. BOX 1221, ETOWAH, NC 28729-1221, REID 99-61452, $23.22
FRADY, DONNA, ALLISON, CALED, & ALLISON, GAGE, P.O. BOX 1221, ETOWAH, NC 28729-1221, REID 99-61453, $23.04
FRANKLIN, D. C., 362 PENNSYLVANIA RD, MILLS RIVER, NC 28759-2273, REID 08-01000, $161.82
FRANKLIN, D. C., 362 PENNSYLVANIA RD, MILLS RIVER, NC 28759-2273, REID 10-14820, $11.88
FREEMAN, MICHAEL CHARLES, 1414 BREVARD RD, HENDERSONVILLE, NC 28791-3220, REID 08-02893, $66.24
FULCHER, DANIEL & LOIS, 330 KIMZEY RD., MILLS RIVER, NC 28759-9676, REID 08-01030, $188.28
GALLOWAY, WILLIAM & MARK, 365 TROJAN LN., FOREST CITY, NC 28043-8735, REID 08-01822, $60.84
GALPIN, KIMBERLY, 109 FARM LANE, MILLS RIVER, NC 28759-4643, REID 99-69361, $327.96
GARREN, EUGENE & VERNA, 286 BANNER FARM RD, MILLS RIVER, NC 28759-8702, REID 08-01068, $125.10
GILLILAND, FRANKLIN & JUDITH, 403 GEORGE CHASTAIN RD, MILLS RIVER, NC 28759, REID 99-50233 $149.76
GOODE, NEIL & MARK, 100 CABANA CAY CIR., UNIT 1-304, PANAMA CITY BCH, FL, 32413-4670, REID 99-43754, $279.36
GORE, GREGORY & TERESA, P.O. BOX 546, ETOWAH, NC 28729-0546, REID 99-25519, $102.06
GORE, GREGORY & TERESA, P.O. BOX 546, ETOWAH, NC 28729-0546, REID 99-33832, $125.28
GORE, TERESA & GREGORY, P.O. BOX 546, ETOWAH, NC 28729-0546, REID 99-59342, $48.42
GREENLEE, LOIS L, 40 MILL KNOB DR, MILLS RIVER, NC 28759-9778, REID 99-26059, $71.64
GRIFFIN, KENNETH, 66 BREEZY MOUNTAIN LN, MILLS RIVER, NC 28759, REID 99-50388, $48.42
GRIFFIN, KENNETH W, 66 BREEZY MOUNTAIN LN, MILLS RIVER, NC 287859, REID 99-02739, $41.59
HAMILTON, JOSEPH B, 1470 ANGLER ST, MERRITT ISLAND, FL 32952-5708, REID 08-01244, $96.66
HART, JEFFREY SCOTT, 50 OLD HOMESTEAD RD, HENDERSONVILLE, NC 28739-9733, REID 99-35685, $210.60
HAYNES, ADGER G, 355 TURNPIKE RD, MILLS RIVER, NC 28759-9547, REID 08-01294, $119.52
HEHN, BRUCE & CLEO, 91 HONEY LOCUST DR., MILLS RIVER, NC 28759-9730, REID 08-01018, $697.14
HENDERSON, ROBERT, 79 SAWMILL RD., MILLS RIVER, NC 28759-9730, REID $69.48
HODGE, MARY ANN & SANDRA, 89 GLADE RD, MILLS RIVER, NC 28759-8513, REID 99-33415, $194.58
HODGE, MARY ANN & SANDRA, 89 GLADE RD, MILLS RIVER, NC 28759-8513, REID 99-33417, $4.32
HOOTS, ROY L., JR., 68 OLD MILL RD., HENDERSONVILLE, NC 28792-0235, REID 08-01047, $40.14
HRP DEVELOPMENT GROUP, LLC., 1057 N MILLS RIVER RD, MILLS RIVER, NC 28759, REID 10-15991, $444.24
HUGHEY, WILLIAM & IRENE, 51 HUGHEY DR, MILLS RIVER, NC 28759, REID 08-01419, $54.00
HUNT, JAMES E, 816 VALLEY VIEW RD, MILLS RIVER, NC 28759, REID 08-01426, $60.84
HUSKE, ANDREW KIRKPATRICK, 290 CASHDON DR, MILLS RIVER, NC 28759-7666, REID 08-01136, $235.44
JOHNSON, DAVID LEE II & SANDRA, 238 LAURELWOOD LN, MILLS RIVER, NC 28759-9611, REID 99-37726, $135.90
JOHNSON, VILAS D & MARY, 111 AZALEA PARK DR., HENDERSONVILLE, NC 28792-8229, REID 99-57045, $61.56
JONES, DEBORAH LYNN, 32 WOODSCAPE DR., MILLS RIVER, NC 28759-9761, REID 99-00161, $98.82
JONES, HENRY JR. & LITTLE, LELIA, 10 GRANADA ST #H, ASHEVILLE, NC 28806, REID 08-01513, $63.18
JONES, IRENE DOROTHY, 6 HEATH LANE, MILLS RIVER, NC 28759-8731, REID 99-37699, $117.18
JUSTUS, ATHENA, 207 GEORGE CHASTAIN RD, MILLS RIVER, NC 28759, REID 10-09892, $77.94
KATTERMAN, ROBERT EMIL, 110 BALER DR, MILLS RIVER, NC 28759-8769, REID 99-50742, $898.02
KATZ, JAMES, 386 KIMZEY RD, MILLS RIVER, NC 28759-8769, REID 08-01547, $186.48
KATZENBERGER, JEFFREY, 6 PERSIMMON DR., MILLS RIVER, NC 28759-9663, REID 99-18186, $287.10
KING, CHRISTINE A, 80 FORGE VALLEY DR, MILLS RIVER, NC 28759-8600, REID 10-06449, $98.10
KING, ROBERT DOUGLAS, 15 PINE DR., MILLS RIVER, NC 28759, REID 99-37951, $81.54
KING, ROBERT DOUGLAS, 15 PINE DR., MILLS RIVER, NC 28759, REID 99-37950, $5.76
KING, ROBERT DOUGLAS & LOUANNA, 15 PINE DR., MILLS RIVER, NC 28759, REID 99-37947, $80.28
L&S PROPERTIES OF NC, INC, 80 EMMA SHARP RD, STE3, MILLS RIVER, NC 28759, REID 99-61882, $1029.96
LANCE, JORDAN & HEATHER, 9312 BOYLSTON HWY, MILLS RIVER, NC 28759, REID 08-00625, $173.52
LANCE, RAY ALDON, 107 LANCE A LOT LN., MILLS RIVER, NC 28759-7798, REID 08-01636, $115.92
LAND GROUP OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA, 4819 NW 53RD ST., FT. LAUDERDALE, FL 33073, REID 08-01064, $67.32
MAO, SOKLIN, 500 BURNS CREEK RD, ETOWAH, NC, 28729, REID 99-33992, $100.96
MCCALL, HERMAN EUGENE, 164 SPIREA DR, WAYNESVILLE, NC 28785-8237, REID 10-14882, $38.71
MCCALL, JAMES L & KAREN C, 59 TERRELL LN, MILLS RIVER, NC 28759-5765, REID 08-01787, $310.50
MCDOWELL, THOMAS J, 213 LAUREL TERRACE CT., MILLS RIVER, NC 28759-6529, REID 08-01833, $66.78
MCWHORTER, MARILYN E, 212 SPRING ST, HENDERSONVILLE, NC 28739-5112, REID 08-03397, $110.70
METTS, CAREY, 244 RIVER OAK CIRCLE, MILLS RIVER, NC 28759-6716, REID 99-38802, $111.90
MILLS RIVER CROSSING, LLC, 800 VISTA LAKE DR #302, CANDLER, NC 28715, REID 10-17508, $1109.70
MOELLER, JOHN & TIFFANY, 3600 75TH ST. N, ST. PETERSBURG, FL, 33710-1256, REID 08-00260, $112.50
MOHNKERN, DANIEL L, JR., 156 RIVER OAK CIRCLE, MILLS RIVER, NC 28759-6721, REID 99-56818, $114.48
MONTENEGRO, EMMANUEL & ORTIZ, ANTONIA, 33 WOODSCAPE DR., MILLS RIVER, NC 28759, REID 08-03307, $125.64
MORGAN, DEBORAH L & SHAUN C, 240 CASHDON DR, MILLS RIVER, NC 28759, REID 08-02091, $234.72
MORRIS, STEPHANIE & WILLIAM SHANE, 110 COOK LN, MILLS RIVER, NC 28759, REID 99-55032, $62.82
MORRIS, STEPHANIE & WILLIAM SHANE, 110 COOK LN, MILLS RIVER, NC 28759, REID 99-62552, $48.78
MORRIS, STEPHANIE & WILLIAM SHANE, 110 COOK LN, MILLS RIVER, NC 28759, REID 08-00663, $229.32 &
MORRIS, STEPHEN & HUTCHINS, TAMMY, 1401 LAND HBR, NEWLAND, NC 28657-7910, REID 99-40210, $97.20
NANNEY, DARYL, 62 HUGHEY DR, MILLS RIVER, NC 28759, REID 08-01417, $102.06
NARDOZZI, ROBIN, 4371 NORTHLAKE BLVD#131, PALM BEACH GDNS, FL, 33410-6253, REID 99-30364, $30.24
NCIG, LLC, 12845 SW 82ND PL, MIAMI, FL 33156, REID 99-75187, $2.39
NESBITT, JACK & REBECCA, 3340 BUTLER BRIDGE RD, MILLS RIVER, NC 28759, REID 9947319, $60.44
NESBITT, JACK & REBECCA, 3340 BUTLER BRIDGE RD, MILLS RIVER, NC 28759, REID 9945244, $62.05
NESBITT, JOSEPH, 1278 JEFFRESS RD, MILLS RIVER, NC 28759, REID 10-18716, $447.12
NORTON, KEITH, 160 BLOSSOMWOOD PATH, MILLS RIVER, NC 28759, REID 99-69929, $209.34
ODOM, JERE, F, 212 ALDER BRANCH CT., MADISON, AL 35757-6938, REID 08-03389, $122.04
OWEN, GREG & APRIL, 177 OLD TIMER RUTHERFORDTON, NC 28139-6706, REID 99-63330, $35.40
PAUWELS, JOHN, 3833 N MILLS RIVER RD., MILLS RIVER, NC 28759, REID 99-73971, $218.88
PITTILLO, MICHAEL & SHERYL, 20 B & D DR., MILLS RIVER, NC 28759-9784, REID 08-02268, $83.16
PORTER, GAY, 1709 FLYNNWOOD DR., CHARLOTTE, NC 28205-3866, REID 08-02370, $390.78
PRAYTOR, CHARLES E JR., 290 MT GILEAD CHURCH RD, MILLS RIVER, NC 28759, REID 08-02383, $149.22
PSSJ, INC, A NC CORPORATION, 404 POCONO CT, ARDEN, NC 28704-8475, REID 10-04644, $18.54
PULEO, JOHN DONALD, 59 BEAVER RUN RD., WINTERVILLE, GA, 30683, REID 99-70767, $111.96
PUTNAM, DENNIS JR. & LORI, 116 WOODCHUCK WAY, MILLS RIVER, NC 28759-9609, REID 99-43450, $292.14
RAINES, JAMES & KATHERINE, 1433 PRESSMENS HOME RD, ROGERSVILLE, TN 37857, REID 99-55036, $42.48
RHODES, CASKELL & BISHOP, DONALD, 85 RELAXING VIEW DR, FLETCHER, NC 28732, REID 99-32474, $228.41
RIDDLE, ANNIE R., 125 BANNING LN., MILLS RIVER, NC 28759-8546, REID 99-70659, $124.20
RIDDLE, ANNIE R & CHARLENE, 386 BREEZY MTN LN, MILLS RIVER, NC 28759-7771, REID 99-33507, $110.70
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ROSA, FRANK A, 59 CHESTNUT RIDGE RD, MILLS RIVER, NC 28759, REID 08-02539, $133.02
SCHULTZ, CHRISTOPHER, 52 WOODSCAPE DR., MILLS RIVER, NC 28759, REID 99-29980, $20.30
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SHEEHY, PHILIP, 4138 HAYWOOD RD, MILLS RIVER, NC 28759, REID 10-03108, $309.24
SIZER, BONNIE E, 57 SIZER DR., MILLS RIVER, NC 28759, REID 08-02698, $111.19
SLATER, GRACE, 2133 OLD FANNING BRIDGE RD, MILLS RIVER, NC 28759, REID 99-55057, $1320.30
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THOMAS, PATRICIA, 240 S. MILLS RIVER RD, MILLS RIVER, NC 28759-9791, REID 99-70394, $64.26
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SHAZAM-THAT’S A SNAKE
By: Jeannie Moore, Mills River Fire & Life Safety Educator
In North Carolina, we are nearly five times as likely to be bit by a venomous snake. Seventy percent of all bites are venomous. Approximately 1,900 venomous bites occur per year, in North Carolina. No matter what state we are in, we should always be alert in warmer
weather for snakes. What can we do to prevent a snake bite?
Awareness and avoidance are always the best prevention. Hey! Where did he come from? Most people wouldn’t get bit if they saw him first. But snakes can be
sneaky critters. Copperheads tend to blend into their surroundings and are hard to see. Western North Carolina has the largest population of copperheads
and rattlesnakes. An encounter with any snake isn’t going to be pleasant, but especially these guys.
OUCH! I been bit by a snake! What do I do? First, don’t panic. Get away from the snake. Call 911 for help. Wash the bite with soap and water if possible. Remove watches, rings, or etc. from the area. Keep the bite below the heart level. What kind of snake bit you? If the answer is a mean snake or I don’t know, then
look at the bite. Does the bite have one or two puncture wounds? Or does it look like small teeth and a mouth bite? This can help to determine if it is poisonous
or not. Just because it is one single puncture does not mean that you haven’t been bitten by a snake, or it is only a bee sting. Immediately treat the affected
limb by placing it in a neutral position. Do NOT put ice or a tourniquet on the area. NEVER cut open the area, or try to suck out the poison! Do I take the snake
with me to the hospital? No, there is no need. If it is determined that you have been bitten by a viper/venomous snake, then you may be given anti-venom. This
depends on if the symptoms persist.
What are the symptoms of a venomous snake bite? The most common issues are pain, swelling and burning. The burning can be very severe and painful. This
is because venom contains a number of proteins. When a snake bites its prey/food, the proteins are there to break down prey, so they can digest it. When you
are bitten, the venom begins to immediately break down the cells around the site. This causes death of the surrounding tissue. Most bites are not fatal, but can
be very expensive. If anti-venom is used it is very costly. Anti-venom vials are $3,000 to $4,000 per vial with the average person needing about 6 vials. The
new Crofab anti-venom is about $2,400 a vial with an initial use of 4-6 vials and some using up to 10-12 vials. Typically, hospitals are sparing in the use of antivenoms and attempt supportive care unless it is required to save the extremity.
Avoidance and awareness being the key, here are some tips to follow:
• Wear over the ankle hiking boots, thick socks, and long loose fitting pants. Never go barefoot.
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Stick to the well used trails, if possible.
Avoid tall grass and heavy brush.
Watch where you step, not near crevices or places you can’t see.
Don’t put you hands in places you can’t see.
Shake out you sleeping bags before use.
Never sit on a stump or log before checking it thoroughly.
Don’t turn over rocks or logs. If it must be moved, use gloves and roll it toward you.
Never grab sticks or branches while in the natural waters. Rattlesnakes can swim.
Avoid snakes if you see them.
If you hear the warning rattle, move away and do not make sudden movements.
Do not handle a freshly killed snake, it can still inject venom.
Following these tips can help you to have a safe and fun spring and summer.
For more information or to schedule Fire and Life Safety programs or questions, please Contact: Mills River Fire and Life Safety Educator III, Jeannie Moore at
828-891-7959.
MILLS RIVER LIBRARY
Mondays:
Storytime - 10:00am
Wednesdays:
Yoga* - 10:30am
Tuesdays:
Yoga* - 9:00am
Knit and Crochet Group - 1:00pm
LEGO Club (April 4) - 4:00pm
Thursdays:
Yoga* - 9:00am
Book Club (April 13, May 11, June 8) - 10:30am
*registration is required
Specials
“A Matter of Balance” presented by Land of Sky – an eight-part series March 20 – May 8, Mondays from 1:00-3:00, registration is required. A Matter of Balance workshop will help you learn to: set realistic goals for increasing activity, change your environment to reduce fall risk factors, and exercise to increase strength and balance. To register call (828)251-7438.
April 5, 4:00pm: Hands on Museum presents “Wiggle with Worms” for children grades K-2nd. Registration required.
April 17, 1:00pm: “Radical Raptors and Marvelous Mammals” presented by Chimney Rock State Park. This fun program will discuss birds of
prey and mammal traits, various habitats, and even address some unwarranted bad raps. Don’t forget your camera for photos of some of our
most popular animal ambassadors!
April 18, 4:00pm: Asheville Hoops! Prepare to move your body, dance, play, and laugh! Come learn to rock, roll, twirl, spin, and twist a hoop
and most importantly, have fun! Melmacpink will offer a Hoopdance performance as well, sure to wow ages 1-100! Registration is required.
April 19, 4:00pm: Hands on Museum presents “Lost in Space!” Free for ages 7-11, registration is required. Your spaceship has crashed landed on an unidentified planet. You and your crew must survive by building a shelter and acquiring food and water. In this cl ass, students will use
their knowledge of space travel and survival instincts to build a successful colony using LEGOs.
April 26, May 24, June 28, 1:30pm-3:30pm: Coloring for Adults! Coloring is an activity we think of as being for kids. However, it can be beneficial for adults. Coloring generates wellness, quietness, and also stimulates brain areas related to motor skills, the senses, and creativity. Classes will be the 4th Wednesday of every month and are presented by the Mills River Lions Club.
May 3, 4:00pm: Hands on Museum presents “Fizz, Boom, Science”. Don’t try this at home! Free for children grades K-2nd. Registration required.
May 17, 4:0 pm: Hands on Museum presents “Tumbling Towers and Balancing Bridges!” How tall can you build a tower without it falling over?
How are bridges built to withstand weight and weather? In this class, students will test their engineering knowledge by building structures that can
stand tall without tumbling or balance without buckling. This is a LEGO program for children ages 7-11. Registration is required.
The Summer Reading Program will begin in June and bring with it lots of programming specials including Touch - a – Truck, Art for teens, music, plays and more. Check with the library about programming schedules.
We look forward to seeing you!
Mills River Community Development Association
A volunteer organization encouraging the bridging of generations by
providing a Community Center for the
gathering of all ages for fellowship and fostering of community support between all groups.
For more information about venue rental or volunteering, please call
828-891-7090
120 School House Rd, Mills River, NC
SHERIFF’S OFFICE TOWN HALL MEETING
On Thursday February 9th, 2017, the
Henderson County Sheriff’s Office
hosted an informational meeting at
Mills River Town Hall. Residents had
the opportunity to learn about the Office of the Sheriff in Henderson County
including the history of the Sheriff’s
office, current organizational structure,
and volunteer opportunities.
Residents also were introduced to
each of the three deputies that are assigned to Mills River as part of
the town’s law enforcement service contract with the county.
The Mills River History Room
Located in the M. R. Library, the Mills River History Room
needs additional items which depict the history of Mills River.
Any Mills River historical items donated will be greatly appreciated. If you have pictures, articles or artifacts you would like to
share, please let us know. We will copy and return originals.
Let’s make this a room we can all be proud of!
To donate items or obtain more information, call Lois Pryor (828
-684-8425) or Gayle Snyder (828-674-0963).
2017 MILLS RIVER
SCHOLARS
Anthony Little and Trisha Meadows
Not pictured - Amy York
RECIPE CORNER
Avocado and Three Bean Salad
Servings: 8
Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Total Time: 15 Minutes
Ingredients
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1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 (15 oz) can red kidney beans, drained and
rinsed
1 (15 oz) can garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed
1 (15 oz) can whole kernal corn, drained
1 large cucumber
12 grape or cherry tomatoes, halved
2 large avocados, peeled, pitted and diced
juice of 2 limes
1/2 cup olive oil
salt and pepper to taste
2 cloves garlic, mashed or finely diced
Directions
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Mix all ingredients together in a large bowl. Refrigerate for 1 hour before serving.
Note: After cutting up my avocado I tossed it in the
lime juice then added the avocado and the juice to the
salad. This will help with the avocado not turning
brown before serving.
ENJOY!
MEETING & OTHER DATES
Apr 4
Apr 11
Apr 13
Apr 14
Apr 20
Apr 21
Apr 25
Apr 27
Planning Board
Board of Adjustment
Town Council
Good Friday
Finance Committee
Agricultural Advisory
Parks and Recreation Advisory
Town Council
7:00 PM
7:00 PM
7:00 PM
May 2
May 11
May 19
May 23
May 25
May 29
Planning Board
Town Council
Agricultural Advisory
Parks and Recreation Advisory
Town Council
Memorial Day
7:00 PM
7:00 PM
9:00 AM
7:00 PM
7:00 PM
Jun 6
Jun 8
Jun13
Jun 16
Jun 22
Jun 27
Planning Board
Town Council
Board of Adjustment
Agricultural Advisory
Town Council
Parks and Recreation Advisory
7:00 PM
7:00 PM
7:00 PM
9:00 AM
7:00 PM
7:00 PM
7:00 PM
9:00 AM
7:00 PM
7:00 PM
ALL MEETINGS ARE OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
LOCAL SMALL BUSINESS ADS
NEWSLETTER SUBMISSIONS
The Mills River Town Newsletter is printed quarterly: at the end
of March, June, September, and December. In order to defray
the cost of publishing, the newsletter accepts small business
ads. These ads should be business card size (preferably the
card itself) and black and white. There is no guarantee of ad or
print quality. The company must do business within the town
limits, but not necessarily have its location in the town. There
is a $50 fee for each quarterly advertisement and since there
is a limited amount of space, ads will be taken on a first come,
first served basis. The payment must accompany the ad and
should be labeled for the newsletter. The fee collected goes
directly for newsletter costs. Site selection within the newsletter is to be determined by the newsletter editors. The editors
reserve the right to refuse an ad. Both ad and payment will be
returned if this occurs. All ads must be emailed in JPEG format
and MUST be business card size.
The Town of Mills River newsletter is published and distributed quarterly by US mail and e-mail link. A copy can also
be found at www.millsriver.org. Articles submitted may be
edited for brevity, content, and appropriateness. Inclusion
of an article is at the editor’s discretion. Deadline for submission of articles is the 20th of each of the following
months: March, June, September and December. Submit
articles in writing to:
Patty Brown
Town of Mills River
124 Town Center Drive
Mills River, NC 28759
Thank you for your support.
or by email to [email protected]. Articles can also
be dropped off at the Mills River Town Hall. If you need
assistance, have questions or need more information, feel
free to call Patty at (828) 890-2901 or e-mail her at the
above address.
HENDERSON COUNTY SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT
MILLS RIVER DIVISION
Please check the Henderson County Sheriff’s Office
website at www.henderson.lib.nc.us/county/sheriff for links and information
regarding identity theft, Community Watch programs, and crime prevention.
The Henderson County Sheriff’s Office is constantly trying to stay up-to-date on the newest technology to ensure the
residents of Henderson County are safe and informed. There are many programs and services the Henderson County
Sheriff’s Office provides to the citizens of Henderson County free of charge. Here are some of the services available:
*Nixle Emergency Notification System – This system allows the user to get information in real-time for localized emergency situations and relevant community advisories. Information is immediately available to you via text message,
email, and social media. Your account can be customized so you receive the information that matters most to you.
There are two ways to sign up: go to www.hendersonsheriff.org and click on the Nixle logo, or text your zip code to
888777.
*Smart 9-1-1 - Henderson County now offers a free new service to help you when you call 9-1-1. Once you’ve signed
up, first responders will be provided important information that will help them address your emergency. This information
- including medical issues and current location - can help Police, Fire and EMS locate and help you. To sign up for
smart 9-1-1 go to Smart911.com or go to www.hendersonsheriff.org and click on the Smart 911 tab.
There is more information available at www.hendersonsheriff.org on all the programs the Henderson County Sheriff’s
Office offers. Please visit the web site or call (828) 697-4596 for further information and any other questions.
For Emergencies: 911 Non-emergencies: 828-697-4911
NC Highway Patrol: 828-693-4141
The Town of Mills River
124 Town Center Drive
Mills River NC 28759