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Making A DifferenceAt 13, Ashwin Punj SeesBenefits of Helping Others16

Power of CommunitySummers Wants WantsChildren to Reach Potential18

One Smile at a TimeBrier Creek CenterRestoring Quality of Life24

Preventing Crime in MorrisvilleTowns Finest DedicatedTo Protecting Residents26

919 SYLLABUS

Features14 Star Student and Scout Morrisville Youth Leads Effort To Make and Donate Quilts

20 Grassroots Auto Racing Orange County Speedway Touts Its Long, Rich History

31 Egg-ceptional Food Another Broken Egg Caf Provides Exceptional Service

35 Baking Something Special Gigis Spreads Love And Joy, One Cupcake At a Time

36 Heart of The Triangle Chamber Program Provides Support To Start-up Businesses

38 Triangle Signature Chefs Auction 919 Magazine Publisher Named Chair for Annual Benefit Event

Planners9 Community

10 School Events

11 Extracurricular Activities

12 Community Sports

Departments8 Publishers Notes

20 Field Trip

22 Yearbook

32 Community

40 Sports Previews

42 Along the I-540 Corridor

43 Advertisers Index

43 Food Break

44 Bulletin Board

46 919 Final Bell

On The CoverChief Ira Jones, Morrisville Police DepartmentPhoto by Reflections by Cathy Foreman

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Keeping It All LocalWelcome to the August/September

issue of 919 Magazine-Morrisville/RTP.Its back-to-school season for many

students here in Morrisville. Our busy lives will get even busier with extra people commuting, and shuttling kids to campus for classes, sports, band practice, and other activities. All this means more events at night, at our schools and in the community.

Of course, out there on the streets with us every day are Morrisvilles finest: The Town of Morrisville Police Department officers. In this issue, 919 Magazine presents a special package on the department and Chief Ira Jones, a veteran law enforcement professional who opens up about the MPDs history, programs and volunteer opportunities for our readers. Be sure to see his comments, especially on the best way to prevent crime in your hometown, beginning on Page 26.

Also in this issue, we provide: An interesting profile on a Morrisville youth whos making a

difference one quilt at a time. Meet Nathan Cowley on Page 14. A heart-warming feature on another exceptional youth

in Morrisville: Ashwin Punj. Hes only 13 years old, but hes already a successful fundraiser for a local hospital. Learn more about him on Page 16.

A look at Morrisville Elementary Schools new PTA President, Kimberly Summers. Shes a busy, active parent with a passion for science. You will find her story on Page 18.

There is so much more in this issue, but be sure to take a break at half time to catch our local field trip a heart pumping, high-speed auto racing adventure at the Orange County Speedway (Page 38).

Collectively, 919 Magazine which publishes six separate editions along the I-540 corridor from Wake Forest to Morrisville/RTP is reaching people and they are responding. More than 107,500 homes and businesses now are receiving a local version of 919 Magazine in their mailboxes. We cant deliver our news, without your news. So keep the feel good story ideas coming.

Together, we can bring an even greater community spirit to the Heart of the Triangle.

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COMMUNITY EVENTS

AUGUST8/1, 29 Food Truck Rodeo 11:30 am-1:30 pm RTP Headquarters 12 Davis Dr 919-549-8181 www.rtp.org

8/2-4 NC Sales Tax Holidays www.dor.state.nc.us

8/2 Abrakadoodle Canvas and Cookies Art Night Out Ages 3-5; $19.95 5:30-6:30 pm Cedar Fork Community Center 1050 B Town Hall Dr 919-463-7100 www.townofmorrisville.org

8/3, 9/7 Birding with Vernon 8:30-10 am Waterwise Garden Lake Crabtree County Park 919-460-3355 www.wakegov.com

8/6 National Night Out 7-10 pm Morrisville Target 3000 Market Center Dr 919-463-1600 www.ci.morrisville.nc.us

8/14-9/4 Kinderdance Ages 3-5; $35 1-1:45 pm, Wed Morrisville Aquatics and Fitness Center 1301 Morrisville Pkwy 919-463-6900 www.townofmorrisville.org

8/14 Wild Weather Chasing Ages 9-12; $30 1-4 pm Cedar Fork Community Center 1050 B Town Hall Dr 919-463-7100 www.townofmorrisville.org

8/22 Coffee & Connections 7:30-8:30 am Business Networking Event Morrisville Chamber of Commerce 260 Town Hall Dr, Ste. A 919-463-7150 www.morrisvillechamber.org

8/26 New Member Luncheon 11:30 am-1 pm; no fee Morrisville Chamber of Commerce Travinia Italian Kitchen 1301 Market Center Dr RSVP required: 919-463-7150 www.morrisvillechamber.org

SEPTEMBER9/2 Labor Day

9/5 Breakfast with the Chief 8-9:30 am Morrisville Chamber of Commerce 260 Town Hall Dr 919-463-7150 www.morrisvillechamber.org

9/8 Grandparents Day

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919 PLANNER9/19 Food Truck Rodeo 11:30 am-1:30 pm RTP Headquarters 12 Davis Dr 919-549-8181 www.rtp.org

7/11 K.N.O.W Fall Networking 5:30 am-7:30 pm Advance registration required $10 (Chamber members); $20 (non-members) ??Prestonwood Country Club ??300 Prestonwood Pkwy 919-463-7150 www.morrisvillechamber.org

9/22 First Day of Autumn

9/25 Sakhi Sammelan Cultural Event for Women (age 21-up) 1-5 pm; $10 fee Tri-Force Jump Rope 100 Dominion Drive, Suite 200 www.sites.google.com/site/ hssbalagokulamrtp/

9/26 Coffee & Connections 7:30-8:30 am Business Networking Event Morrisville Chamber of Commerce 260 Town Hall Dr, Ste. A 919-463-7150 www.morrisvillechamber.org

9/29 Dharma & Yoga Fest Fun, food and learning for the whole family 3-8 pm 309 Aviation Parkway Email: [email protected] www.dharmayogafest.org/nc

Aug/Sep Dasharath Building personality for a better society Hindu Swayamsevak Sangh Meets 5:30-7 pm Sundays Tri-Force Jump Rope 100 Dominion Drive, Suite 200 www.sites.google.com/site/ hssbalagokulamrtp/

SCHOOL EVENTS8/6, 13 Falcon Freshman Orientation 8 am-12 pm Green Hope High 2500 Carpenter Upchurch Rd 919-380-3700 www.greenhopehigh.wcpss.net

8/8 Open House (Track 4) 6:30 pm Morrisville Elementary 1519 Morrisville Pkwy 919-460-3400 www.morrisvilleyearround.org

8/9 Freshman Orientation 8:25 am-12:30 pm Panther Creek High 6770 McCrimmon Pkwy 919-463-8656 www.panthercreekhs.wcpss.net

8/21 Meet the Teacher 4-7 pm Cedar Fork Elementary 1050 Town Hall Dr 919-388-5240 www.cedarfork.weebly.com

8/22 Open House 6th, 7th and 8th Grades 1-4 pm Mills Park Middle 441 Mills Park Dr 919-466-1500 www.millsparkms.wcpss.net

8/22 8th Grade Ice Cream Social 3:30 pm Mills Park Middle School 441 Mills Park Dr 919-466-1500 www.millsparkms.wcpss.net

8/26 First Day of School WCPSS traditional calendar campuses

9/3 Tissues and Tears for Kindergarten Parents/Students 9:15-10:15 am Cedar Fork Elementary 1050 Town Hall Dr 919-388-5240 www.cedarfork.weebly.com

9/5 Meet the Teacher Night Mills Park Middle 441 Mills Park Dr 919-466-1500 www.millsparkms.wcpss.net

9/12 Senior Parent Night 6 pm Panther Creek High 6770 McCrimmon Pkwy 919-463-8656 www.panthercreekhs.wcpss.net

9/12 First Semester Parent Night 7 pm Panther Creek High 6770 McCrimmon Pkwy 919-463-8656 www.panthercreekhs.wcpss.net

9/26 Parent Education Conference 6:30 pm Morrisville Elementary 1519 Morrisville Pkwy 919-460-3400 www.morrisvilleyearround.org


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EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIESEVENTS8/2 Silversun Pickups Concert 7 pm; free Red Hat Amphitheater 500 S. McDowell St., Raleigh www.redhatamphitheater.com

8/10 Engineers Day at the Museum 10 am-4 pm Museum of Life and Science 433 Murray Ave 919-549-8181 www.rtp.org

9/27-28 World of Bluegrass Convention International Bluegrass Music Assoc. 888-GET-IBMA www.ibma.org

NIGHTLIFEAug/Sep TraLi Irish Pub & Restaurant 3107 Grace Park Dr 919-234-5656 www.traliirishpubcom

Aug/Sep Champions Bars & More Live Trivia, 9 pm Tue; Karaoke, 9 pm Thu, Fri; Live Music, 10 pm Sat 10255 Chapel Hill Rd, Suite 200 919-380-1617 www.championsbar.com/ morrisville-station

Aug/Sep Oh Mulligans Sports Pub Grill Texas Hold em, 7 pm Thu, Sat 100 Jerusalem Dr 919-465-1900 www.ohmulligans.com

Aug/Sep Carolina Ale House Live Trivia Tue, 8 pm-10 pm 7981 Skyland Ridge Pkwy 919-957-4200

11/12 Signature Chefs Auction March of Dimes Benefit 6-9 pm Washington Duke Inn 3001 Cameron Blvd (Durham) 919-424-2169 www.marchofdimes.com/northcarolina


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SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 20136:00 - 9:00 P.M.Signature Chefs AuctionSMWashington Duke Inn & Golf Club 3001 Cameron Blvd., Durham NC 27705

The March of Dimes mission is to improve the health of babies by preventing birth defects, premature birth and infant mortality. The key ingredient is you.

The 2013 Signature Chefs Auction will feature the culinary talents of the Triangles finest local chefs and restaurants! Sample signature dishes from area chefs and bid on unique and tempting silent and live auction packages. Indulge yourself while benefitting the March of Dimes mission!

marchofdimes.com/northcarolina

For VIP table reservations and ticket information, please call Patti Celestini, Community Director, at 919.424.2169 or [email protected].

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COMMUNITY SPORTS

WALKS, RIDES,RACES, GOLF8/23-25 Jimmy V Celebrity Golf Classic Jimmy V Foundation Benefit North Ridge Country Club 6612 Falls of Neuse Rd www.golfclassic.org

9/6 Triangle Dance Marathon Duke Childrens Miracle Network and NC Childrens Hospital Benefit PNC Arena, Raleigh www.triangledancemarathon.com

9/7-8 Bike MS Historic New Bern Ride Up to 200 mi. 800-344-4867 www.bikemsnewbern.org

9/14 Gail Parkins Memorial Ovarian Awareness Walk & 5K Run Sanderson High School 5500 Dixon Dr www.ovarianawareness.org

10/1 Jani-King Fall Golf Classic Morrisville Chamber of Commerce Governors Club Golf Course Chapel Hill 919-463-7150 www.morrisvillechamber.org

10/13 25th Annual Thad & Alice Eure Walk for Hope, 5K & 10K Benefit for the Research And Treatment of Mental Illness 8 am (5K, 10K); 10 am (Walk) The Angus Barn 9401 Glenwood Ave 919-781-9255 www.walkforhope.com

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919 STUDENT PROFILE

Morrisville Youth Leads EffortTo Make, Donate Quilts for Kids

Nathan Cowley exemplifies what it means to be an Eagle Scout.

Like many 17-year-olds, he enjoys the guitar, and playing and following sports but the Green Hope High School senior puts others first, both at church and in the community.

Nathan has been a member of Boy Scouts of America since the age of eight, and through his hard work he has achieved scoutings highest honor. Eagle Scouts are asked to design and carry out individual service projects, and Nathan chose to quilt blankets and donate them, through Project Linus, to children in hospitals.

For this project, Nathan learned the process of quilting from his mother, Julie. He then led a group of church and community volunteers who ultimately completed 30 quilts that were then distributed to local hospitals. I thought it would be fantastic to be involved in a wonderful organization that brings comfort to these kids in hospitals through blankets, Nathan said. Ultimately it was a great success.

Nathan said his parents helped him by motivating him to work, and he thanked the volunteers who helped make his project a success. I learned that a major key to success is planning, and I gained great experience in leadership, said Nathan.

In addition to his work as an Eagle Scout, Nathan is a star student, taking several AP courses and serving as section leader for his guitar class. Nathan likes that Green Hope offers many academic and extracurricular options for students. His favorite subject is math because he enjoys solving problems and working with numbers. After high school, Nathan plans to serve a two-year mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, attend a four-year university, work in an engineering field, and have a family.

Nathan is a hard worker who is dedicated to reaching his goals, his

mother said. He serves diligently in many capacities in a quiet, humble way without complaint.

Nathan is a hard worker who is dedicated to reaching his goals.

JULIE COWLEY

By ALYSSA BAUCOM919 Magazine Writer

Nathan Cowley ProfileAGE: 17SCHOOL: Green Hope High School (12th Grade) PARENTS: Julie and Dale CowleyRESIDENCE: Preston Meadowview, MorrisvilleSIBLINGS: Kaelin (19, attending BYU); Spencer (12 , 7th Grader at Davis Drive Middle); Jacob (7, 1st Grader at Morrisville Elementary)INTERESTS: Playing acoustic guitar; reading; playing soccer, basketball, football; watching sports


Photos by Reflections by Cathy Foreman


919 VOLUNTEER PROFILE

Just because you are young doesnt mean you cant do great things. Thirteen-year-old Ashwin Punj of Morrisville can attest to that.

In 2011, Punj founded Support and Serve with Helping Hearts with two of his closest friends to raise money to support childrens hospitals.

Our goal is to help all those less fortunate than we are and to make a difference in the world, said Punj.

What started out as a team of three Punj along with his friends Ayush Jha and Akshar Srivats has grown into a team of more than 50 elementary, middle, and high school students who have raised close to $18,500 for different healthcare institutions, including St. Jude Childrens Research

Hospital, North Carolinas Childrens Hospital, and Ronald McDonald House of Durham. As a founding member of S.A.S. Helping Hearts, Punj fuels his passion for helping others while learning first-hand the rewards that come with serving. S.A.S. Helping Hearts volunteer opportunities can help you find friends, reach out to the

community, keep skills sharp, or use existing skills in new ways, and even advance your career, said Punj.

Punj is an 8th Grader at Carnage Middle School and lives in Downing Village with his younger brother, Armaan, and mom and dad, Anita and Prakash who Punj credits with encouraging him to give back to the

Ashwin Punj ProfileAGE: 13RESIDENCE: Downing Village, MorrisvilleAFFILIATION: Support and Serve with Helping HeartsPARENTS: Anita and Prakash PunjSIBLING: Armaan Punj (brother)PETS: Cody (dog)INTERESTS: Playing sports (soccer, basketball, cricket); watching movies; hanging out with friends; helping other people

Our goal is to help all those less fortunate than

we are and to make a difference in the world.

ASHWIN PUNJ

By STEPHANIE FRIEDL919 Magazine Writer

Only 13, But Ashwin Punj Already

Sees the Benefits of Helping Others



community. At school, Punj earned honor roll status as well as medals in math and language arts for achieving top scores. For fun, Punj loves snorkeling, fishing with his dad, and spending time with family and friends, especially playing cricket. Punj also enjoys performing, with a resume that includes acting roles and dance competitions, and hopes to one day become a doctor, allowing him to continue to help others through his profession.

After orchestrating many successful fundraising events, such as the annual walk-athon held this past June, Punj and his team are optimistic about their ability to make a real and lasting impact on the world. The thing that is most fulfilling is that at the end of the day, after working hard, spending hours and hours organizing the fundraising event, we know that this money is going for a pronounced cause, and we feel proud of ourselves for accomplishing this feat, said Punj. It gives our team a great happiness from inside our heart.

Support and Serve with Helping HeartsPURPOSE: S.A.S Helping Hearts consists of a team of elementary, middle and high school students who express their gratitude by helping sick children through organizing annual fundraisers for various childrens hospitals every year.CONTACT: Email: [email protected] Facebook: www.facebook.com/SasHelpingHearts Website: sites.google.com/site/sashelpinghearts/home


Kimberly Summers believes in the power of the community to help all children reach their full potential. And, as the new PTA president for Morrisville Elementary School, she intends to work on strengthening the community of students, parents, and faculty. I really do believe that all children can succeed, said Summers. With the help of all of us, our students grow and flourish and receive the best opportunities possible.

Summers began her tenure at Morrisville Elementary as a volunteer

when the older of her two sons started kindergarten. Subsequently, Summers served as the PTA treasurer and chaired the Science Kit Replenishment Committee (prepping the science kits for teachers use while teaching the science curriculum). Now, both of her sons, Shepard age 8, and River

age 7, attend Morrisville Elementary, where Summers will serve out her two year term as PTA president.

Summers and her husband, Ed, a senior software development manager for SAS, live in family friendly Weston Pointe, which they enjoy for the many wonderful schools, parks,

museums, and events. I think it is the best place in the world to raise a family, said Summers. Rounding out their family are their two beloved dogs, Willow and Willie, who is Eds

seeing eye guide dog. According to Summers, Willie is quite popular and witty and even has his own blog.

With degrees from NC State University in biological sciences and conservation, Summers worked for 10 years in the environmental sciences field before transitioning out of the workforce to raise her children. Along the way, she parlayed her love of gardening into a flourishing

919 PERSONALITY PROFILE

Summers Believes Power of CommunityHelps All Children Reach Full Potential

Kimberly Summers ProfileAGE: 42RESIDENCE: Weston PointePROFESSION: Landscape Company OwnerFAMILY: Ed (husband); 2 sons: Shepard (8), River (7)PETS: 2 dogs: Willow, WillieINTERESTS: Cub Scout Pack 152 den leader; traveling with family; hiking; gardening; volunteering

I think it is the best place in the world to raise a family.

KIMBERLY SUMMERS

By STEPHANIE FRIEDL919 Magazine Writer

Melissa Pirro, Kimberly Summers and Julie Stevens


landscaping company. The Summers are an adventurous lot and enjoy traveling and exploring in and out of North Carolina. Recently, they visited 10,000-year-old Indian ruins in Arizona in addition to hiking and exploring dinosaur tracks.

As PTA president, Summers anticipates another busy and productive year for Morrisville Elementary. The community can look forward to the schools Fall Festival on Oct. 25; the book fair in November; Night of the Arts in February; and the science fair in April in addition to new programs including health and safety night, part of the schools new March Health Madness program.


Kimberly and her children River and Shepard

The Fastest 3/8-mile Race Track in America

Orange County Speedway FeaturesA Rich History, Grassroots Racing

Its called grassroots car racing. Its called the fastest 3/8-mile race track in America. Its called Orange County Speedway.

And its only a short drive from the Leesville area.

This is where short-track racing is done right, said Terry Deal, General Manager and Race Director. Orange County Speedway is a good family atmosphere, as well as a good learning and growing venue for drivers to start racing.

Located on the site of the original Trico Motor Speedway built in the early 1960s, the venue originally opened as a dirt track but is currently a high-banked (16 degree straightaways and 19 degree turns), asphalt oval track. The track averages 50 feet wide, which offers plenty of room for side-by-side racing among competitors.

The speedway has a rich history, being one of the first tracks in the region to feature live televised Busch (now Nationwide) races. Some of the great Winston Cup drivers (and now Sprint Cup) drivers have competed at the facility, including Jimmy Johnson, Bobby Labonte, Todd Bodine and Jeff and Ward Burton. According to Deal, Dale Jarrett won his first Busch race

at OCS and Jeff Gordon won his first career Busch pole position at OCS in 1991.

The facility has new aluminum bleachers installed, offering grandstand seating that follows the curvature of the track, along the front, from turn four to turn one. This means there is an excellent view of the track from every seat, said Deal. Our future plans call for redesigning the concession stands, and remodeling VIP Tower seating to theater-style seating.

Among the unique aspects of Orange County Speedway are the special events. Our special events include car shows, kids night, ladies night and more, Deal said. We also have opportunities

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Photo by Thomas Lee Photography



for fans to meet drivers and view the cars up close on some occasions. The special Bologna Burger is also unique

a thick slab of fried bologna on a bun, with a choice of condiments.

Races are every second and fourth Saturdays of the month, April through October. Admission to the track is $10 for adults, $8 for seniors and youths age 11-17, and $1 for children 10 and under.

We offer a good night of action racing, Deal noted. And we appreciate our loyal fans and friends who appreciate good racing. At Orange County Speedway, we want the fans to have a sense of belonging to the sport.

Orange County SpeedwayLOCATION: 9740 NC Highway 57, Rougemont, NC 27572OWNER: Melvin StanleyRACING DIRECTOR/GM: Terry DealWEBSITE: www.ocstrack.comEMAIL: [email protected]: 336-364-1222EVENT SCHEDULE: 2nd, 4th Saturdays, April through October; most races begin 7 p.m. with qualifying under way about 5:30 p.m.ADMISSION: Adults, $10; Seniors, youths 11-17, $8; 10 and under, $1

This is where short-track racing

is done right.TERRY DEAL

Photo courtesy Orange County Speedway


919 YEARBOOK

The Support and Serve with Helping Hearts organization, a team of middle and elementary school students, held its 3rd annual walka-thon in support of North Carolina Childrens Hospital in June at the Morrisville Community Park.

A view of Big Lake at Umstead State Park

The Morrisville Chamber of Commerce hosted its popular golf tournament, The Atlantic Tire and Service Golf Classic, in May. Teams teed off this year at the Lonnie Poole Golf Course to support the chambers mission of economic and community development.


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In honor of police, fire, and EMS teams, the Morrisville Chamber hosted its First Responders Thank You Luncheon at the Perimeter Studio and Conference Center.

In support of the Panther Creek High Schools athletic program, participants enjoyed an afternoon of golf, prizes and fun at the 2013 Catamount Classic Golf Outing, held at the The Perserve at Jordan Lake Golf Club in June.

Children at play at Morrisville Community Park

Deidre Hughey was the inspirational keynote speaker at the Morrisville Chambers K.N.O.W Luncheon in July, where she spoke about adapting to change and thriving through challenges.

The Relay For Life of Leesville/Brier Creek/RTP event was an opportunity for participants to honor cancer survivors, remember lost loved ones, and raise awareness.

Morrisville Aquatics and Fitness Center welcomed the community to its Beach Playaction Pool Party in June.


Brier Creek Center for Implant and Oral Surgery cares for patients with cutting edge and compassionate comprehensive oral surgery services.

With a mission to restore quality of life, one smile at a time, Dr. McIver is dedicated to his work as an oral and maxillofacial surgeon while upholding Christian values. A smile is a gift, something so simple, free, yet powerful and beneficial to the giver as well as the receiver, he said.

The many services we offer within the scope of oral and maxillofacial surgery give us the opportunity to truly restore quality of life to individuals.

Dr. McIver settled on establishing his practice in Brier Creek by way of Alabama, California, and New York. As a family, we moved to Brier Creek in 2007 and had the best year of our lives, said Dr. McIver. The convenience, the newness of it all was perfect. Throughout his career in North Carolina, Dr. McIver managed the oral surgery services of over seven satellite offices and owned two oral surgery practices.

Now, at the Brier Creek Center for Implant and Oral Surgery, Dr. McIver considers it a rewarding privilege to improve the overall health of his patients through services including: Wisdom tooth removal,

extraction of decayed

teeth, removal of teeth necessary for the completion of orthodontic treatment.

Advanced dental implant tooth replacement.

Preparation of the jaws for tooth replacement options, which may involve procedures such as minor or extensive bone grafting, reconstruction, or soft tissue grafting.

Diagnosis and treatment of diseases and tumors of the jaws.

Surgical procedures necessary to correct malformations of the jaws.

Treatment of trauma to the face and jaws.

Cone beam diagnostic imaging. With quality care a top

priority, Dr. McIver places value in training and maintaining his expert support team, who are well regarded for their kindness and compassion. They are the best of the best in my opinion, due to their experience, hard work, ethics, and most of all the ability to interact with patients in a way that has patients commenting on how great my staff is, said Dr. McIver.

From office ambiance and compassionate patient interaction to expert surgical skill, Dr. McIver said his staff offers nothing but their personal best.

Brier Creek Center for Implant and Oral

Surgery is located at 7920 ACC Blvd.,

Suite 130. For information,

call 919-251-8036, email

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919 BUSINESS PROFILE

Restoring Quality of Life, One Smile at a TimeDr. Phillip McIver Dedicated to Quality Oral Care

Brier Creek Center for Implant and Oral SurgeryPROPRIETO: Phillip McIver DDS, PAYEAR OPENED: New Brier Creek location opened in March 2013 (previously owned multiple oral surgery businesses)ADDRESS: 7920 ACC Blvd, Suite 130, RaleighWEBSITE: www.briercreekimplantcenter.comEMAIL: [email protected]: 919-251-8036

The many services we offer within the scope of oral and maxillofacial surgery give us the opportunity

to truly restore quality of life to individuals.DR. PHILLIP MCIVER

919 BUSINESS PROFILEPhotos Courtesy of Rick Young Photography

HOW TO PREVENT

CRIMEIN MORRISVILLE

TOWNS FINEST DEDICATEDTO PROTECTING RESIDENTSLIVES AND THEIR PROPERTY

The Town of Morrisville Police Department provides 24-hour police protection for all residents, visitors, businesses and their property within the community. Chief Ira W. Jones, a 19-year veteran of the department, has led the department for nine years a period of significant growth and change in the community. In this issue of 919 Magazine, he discusses his career, the departments challenges, and how Morrisville residents can reduce crime in their town.

A Conversation with Town of MorrisvillePolice Department Chief Ira W. Jones:What is the history of the Morrisville Police Department?

Morrisville Police Department dates back to 1947 when W.S. Holmes was hired to police the town, at a monthly pay of $50 a month.

Where is the headquarters for MPD located?We moved to our location at 260-C Town

hall Drive in 2007, a facility previously occupied by Stewart Engineering. The building was up-fitted for public safety, which includes MPD and the Morrisville Fire Department administrative offices.

What is the size of the MPD?We have 34 officers employed with MPD,

and one administrative assistant.

Why types of calls are most prevalent in Morrisville?

In the MPD 10 sq. mi. coverage area, larceny from automobiles is most prevalent. We attempt to educate the public on securing their personal property in their vehicles. The perception still exists that you can sleep with your doors unlocked at your home and leave your purses, laptops, i-Pads, and cell phones in unlocked vehicles. That is simply, not true. There are folks out there who would like to deprive you of the items you work so hard for.

How can Morrisville residents prevent crime?Adhere to See something, say something. A

lot of crime or potential crime can be averted if citizens would just dial 911 when they see something that does not look right. Even if it turns out to be nothing, we are happy to check out the issue to be sure nothing is out of order. 911 is the number to call; any other number just slows down the response time. Raleigh communications has the technology to properly direct any call for service very quickly.

Chief Ira W. Jones,MORRISVILLE POLICE DEPARTMENT


Master Officer C. Rodrigues

Bruno


The perception still exists that you can sleep with your doors

unlocked at your home and leave your purses, laptops, i-Pads, and cell phones in unlocked

vehicles. That is simply, not true.IRA JONES


What is unique about the MPD, compared to other law enforcement agencies in the area?

We have a group of very talented and dedicated officers.

What are the biggest challenges facing the MPD?Hiring additional personnel, so we can answer

simultaneous high-risk calls for service. Additionally, we need more personnel who can actually get out and catch the culprits committing larceny into automobiles and construction sites. One of the biggest complaints I receive is regarding traffic-related calls for service. Due to our road infrastructure with most of our major roads belonging to North Carolina State Department of Transportation

it can be difficult to make road improvements, even though I am sure they are doing what they can.

What types of outreach programs are provided by MPD?Each officer is assigned to community talks on

crime, safety and any police topic the group wishes to discuss. We are instrumental in assisting local homeowners associations in starting Community Watch programs for their neighborhoods. We provide K-9 demonstrations all over the county and keep the handler and Bruno busy with educating the public in the importance of K-9 use in law enforcement. We assist student interns in from North Carolina State University, North Carolina Central University and Appalachian State University who are interested in law enforcement careers, exposing them to all facets of this business.

Does MPD need volunteer assistance from local residents?

We currently have several citizen volunteers who assist with everything from answering phone calls to creating spreadsheets, depending on their skill set and how much involvement they want. Potential volunteers should understand the approval process, which involves a complete background check and fingerprints submitted to the FBI.

We have a group of very talented and dedicated officers.

IRA JONES

Master Officer C. L. Gill

Bike Patrol Officer Gilbert




What is your professional background and personal history in law enforcement?

I am a graduate of St. Augustines University where I received my Bachelors degree in Business Management. I received my MBA from Pfeiffer University and graduated from the prestigious FBI National Academy in 2005, where I concentrated on Executive Leadership, Gangs and Criminal Behavior, Forensic Science and Physical Fitness. I currently serve as president of the North Carolina Police Executives Association and serve as a commissioner on the Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission. I also completed the School of Government Municipal Administrative course from the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill.

My career started in 1991 at North Carolina State University. I joined the Morrisville Police Department in 1994. I was a charter member of our Special Operations Response Team and later promoted to sergeant in the Patrol division. Later, I was promoted to team leader, and then chief in 1994.

Memorial to Sgt. William Earl GodwinTown of Morrisville Police Department has lost one

officer in the line of duty: Sgt. William Earl Godwin, who died May 22, 1997.

Godwin served Morrisville with love, honor, pride and integrity, according to the towns website. He gave his life protecting the people of the town he loved and doing the job he loved. Sgt. Godwin will be in our hearts forever.

Godwin was killed in an accident while responding to a man with a gun call on Highway 54. While en-route, another vehicle broadsided his police vehicle at the intersection of McCrimmon Parkway and Church Street, causing a rollover. His Belgian Malinois K-9 partner, Gray, survived the crash.

A lifelong resident of Morrisville who enjoyed riding motorcycles and trips to Lake Jordan, he was survived by wife Allison and daughter Mercedes.

Morrisville Crime Stoppers ProgramCrime Stoppers is a program in which

members of the Morrisville community, the media, businesses and police work together to solve crimes. Citizens are encouraged, via cash rewards up to $2,500, to provide information leading to the arrest and indictment of criminals.

To report a crime, call 919-226-CRIM(E), the recorded prompts (press 6 for Morrisville) will automatically direct the caller to the correct Crime Stoppers program. You may also call 919-463-1577 directly. When a person calls Crime Stoppers to report on a crime, no name or court appearance is required.


What influenced you to become a police officer?

My grandfather was the first African-American Chief of Police in the State of North Carolina, serving Princeville, NC. I remember my brother and I riding in the front seat with him and riding to the jail as he took arrestees to jail. I had no intentions on becoming a police officer; I went to college and wanted to be an IBMer. But for my first job after college, I was the first full-time night parking control officer at North Carolina State University. I had to call on the police often and became friends with them. Several asked me had I ever considered a career in law enforcement. I told them no, and about my business dreams. Then, one day one of them asked me to do a ride-a-long. After responding to a call with blue lights and sirens to an attempted suicide, I was hooked and applied to be a police officer.

Morrisville Police Department ProfileYEAR ESTABLISHED: 1947CHIEF: Ira Jones ADDRESS: 260-C Town Hall Drive EMERGENCY PHONE: 911 NON-EMERGENCY PHONE: 919-463-1601 (8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.)WEBSITE: townofmorrisville.org PERSONNEL: 34 full-time officers; 9 reserve officersKEY PERSONNEL: Capt. Charles E. Wilson, Director of Support Services Capt. Felecia Sykes, Director of Patrol OperationsCOVERAGE AREA: 10 sq. mi.

MissionWe, the members of the Morrisville Police Department, are committed to the improvement of the quality of life for the Town of Morrisville by working in partnership with our citizens. We will strive to maintain safe and secure neighborhoods for all of our stakeholders. This will be accomplished through the delivery of professional law enforcement services and recog-nizing the need to treat all citizens with respect and dignity.

VisionThe Morrisville Police Department is dedicated to achieving and maintaining national law enforcement accreditation. Our Core Values (honesty, integrity, professionalism, loyalty, and work ethic) will continue to serve as our foundation for pro-viding excellence in police services. As the Town of Morrisville grows, we will continue to strengthen our partnership with the community by enhancing the quality of life for all.

AccreditationIn March 2013, the Morrisville Police Department was re-accredited by the Commission for Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA). Initial accreditation status was received in 2009. Accreditation is a process in which a law enforcement agency voluntarily complies to over 400 professional standards defined by the Commission. The standards focus on department policies, and operational procedures such as police training, use of force, emergency preparedness, and accountability. Compliance with these standards means a law enforcement agency both follows a code of conduct recognized by its law enforcement peers, the legal system and the public and also meets the best profes-

Any advice you can give young people who seek a career in law enforcement?

Yes, the things in which they participate in high school and college can affect them later should they apply for a law enforcement career. Drug use can be a deal breaker. They should also be totally truthful on all forms they submit to the agency. We do need the next generation of young people to step up and take our places in order to

protect and serve their communities. I believe there is a great group of young people who will not take part in the negative and dangerous behaviors that some engage in.

Anything else you want to share with 919 Magazine readers about the MPD?

We are a dedicated group of men and women who care about our community and want everyone to remain safe and take their personal safety seriously.



Committed to the philosophy that nothing short of right is right, Another Broken Egg Caf delivers egg-ceptional food and exemplary service day in and day out.

The Morrisville restaurant is open seven days a week from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. (closed only on Thanksgiving and Christmas), and general manager Jennifer Tito and her staff provide welcoming down home service and invite guests to select from 114 different menu choices in their award-winning French inspired caf.

Tito, originally from Pittsburgh, PA, brings 22 years experience in restaurants and hospitality and her passion for getting it right. It is our mission to be the worlds best breakfast, brunch, and lunch caf delivering guest satisfaction beyond your expectations with a warm and friendly smile in a clean and relaxing family atmosphere, said Tito, quoting Another Broken Egg Cafes President/Founder Ron Green. It is so rewarding being able to start or end someones day right.

Another Broken Egg Caf offers a variety of satisfying gluten-free menu items, featuring six varieties of Eggs Benedict, 11 different omelettes including a Skinny

Omelette Belgian waffles, pancakes, French toast, as well as savory, hand-pattied burgers, hearty sandwiches, and fresh salads, ranging in price from $8 to $15. If thats not tempting enough, the caf offers full service catering and delivery, creating anything from box lunches, sandwiches, salads and fried chicken to beef tips, pastas and gourmet meals, such as pan seared salmon.

In addition, the cafe is open for after-hour parties and events, such as baby and bridal showers, business luncheons, seminars, birthday parties, and employee appreciation events. And, with a full bar, specialty coffees, and an outdoor patio, Another Broken Egg Caf is the perfect destination for those small morning breakfast meetings and gatherings.

With exceptional service and attention to detail, Tito and her staff -- including an excellent kitchen team led by Mike Burns -- pride themselves in creating a warm and inviting experience for every guest. We have our regulars who come in every day or every week who become a part of our Broken Egg family, and we are always looking for more to become a part of our extended family, said Tito.

Another Broken Egg Caf is located at

1121 Market Center Drive, Morrisville. For

information call 919-465-1079, email

[email protected], or visit


Another Broken Egg Caf

Delivering Egg-ceptional Food

And Exceptional Service Every Day

Another Broken Egg CafADDRESS: 1121 Market Center DriveHOURS: 7 a.m.-2 p.m. (7 days a week)GENERAL MANAGER: Jennifer TitoWEBSITE: www.anotherbrokenegg.comEMAIL: [email protected]: 919-465-1079

It is our mission to be the worlds best breakfast, brunch, and lunch caf

delivering guest satisfaction beyond your expectation

JENNIFER TITO

Quoting Another Broken Egg Caf

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919 COMMUNITYMorrisville Police SponsorNational Night Out Event

Morrisville Police Department is sponsoring a National Night Out event in Morrisville, joining thousands of communities across the U.S. in making a statement against crime and drugs.

Scheduled for 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 6, the event takes place in the parking lot at the Morrisville Target store at 300 Market Center Drive.

Activities include police and fire vehicle displays, National Night Out souvenirs for kids, inflatables, dunking booths plus visits by McGruff the Crime Dog, Sparky the Fire Dog, and more.

For information on the event, call 919-463-1600.

Sponsors, Vendors Soughtfor Winterfest Parade, Fair

Town of Morrisville seeks sponsors and vendors for the upcoming Winterfest Parade & Holiday Craft Fair, scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 7.

The parade will take place along Town Hall Drive starting at 11 a.m. at the Chamber of Commerce and ending at Treybrooke Drive -- with the craft fair to follow at Cedar Fork Community Center from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m., featuring local vendors showcasing their goods. Santa also plans to make an appearance.

To sponsor the event (several levels are available) or reserve vendor space, contact Brittany Ledford at 919-463-7102 or [email protected]. For more information, visit www.townofmorrisville.org/parade.

Triangle Volleyball Club HostsSitting Volleyball Tournament

As part of the three-day 2013 Southeast Valor Games, Triangle Volleyball Club hosted

sitting volleyball for participants that included wounded, ill and injured veterans and active-duty service members.

Sitting volleyball is a Paralympic sport where participants play on a smaller sized court with a net set to a lower height.

In addition, Triangle Volleyball Clubs Assistant Director Jenna Hinton was among a collaborative team invited to present at the U.S. Olympic Committees 2013 Paralympic Leadership Conference in Colorado Springs, CO. Triangles Executive Director, Sherry Fadool, noted that Triangles commitment to the expansion and development of sitting volleyball has a strong emphasis on connecting to and building strong relationships with the military in our state.

For information, call 919-544-9400 or visit www.trianglevolleyball.org.

Grand opening for Open Arts is Saturday, Aug. 3 at its Copeland Oaks Center location in Morrisville.

The new dance studio offers a wide variety of classes, including a Mommy and Me program, yoga for kids, teens, and adults, musical theater, ballet, tap, jazz, and modern dance.

The studio will also offer several visual arts and music workshops, as well as adult yoga and art retreats. Performance opportunities for students throughout the year will focus on the studios philosophy of sharing the arts with the people in the community who may not otherwise get to experience them. From low-income schools to nursing homes and community non-profits, Open Arts dancers and performers will be sharing their gifts in a spirit of love and compassion.

Artistic Director and studio owner Maia Wirth describes the Open Arts mission as to serve as partners with our students and community, inspiring each other to our highest potential, nurturing confidence,

individuality, and creativity and cultivating a life-long appreciation for the arts.

Most Open Arts classes are taught by Wirth, who has more than 10 years of teaching experience in public schools and dance studios.

The 2,250 sq. ft. studio features over 900 sq. ft. of movement space, with a professional sprung dance floor. Families will enjoy a large and spacious lobby with glass studio walls to observe classes and students can relax in their own break room with a changing area, storage for bags and shoes, and a desk to work on homework between classes. The entire studio is designed with the safety, comfort, and convenience of families and students in mind.

A full list of classes and fees is available at www.openartsnc.com and families can register for all classes online (fall classes will begin the last week of August). The studio is located at 1222 Copeland Oaks Drive in Morrisville.

Call 919-651-0447 or visit www.openartsnc.com

Open Arts Dance Studio Opens in Morrisville

New Stores at Park West Village

Expected To Open in Spring 2014Several new tenants are expected

to occupy the 10,000 sq. ft. Phase 3 of Park West Village in Morrisville by spring 2014 -- Ulta Beauty, Chicos, White House/Black Market and Soma Intimates.

We love the fact that Phase 3 of Park West Village is proving to be a very fashion forward portion of the shopping center, said Shannon Dixon, Regional Executive Vice President of CASTO, the

centers developer. We are very excited about this latest wave of tenants joining Park West Village and look forward to updating our community with future commitments currently in the pipeline.

Located at the southwest corner of Cary Parkway and NC-54/Chapel Hill Road, Park West Village is a 100-acre mixed-use development that includes a town center district, a community center with sought-after major retail anchors, upscale casual restaurants and a movie theater, all of which will be mixed with residential, office and hospitality.

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Fertility Foundations 5th AnnualGala Theme: Denim & Diamonds

Pay it Forward Fertility Foundations Annual Gala is planned for 6:30 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 27 at The Pavilions at The Angus Barn.

The event which raises funds for grants to assist infertility patients in affording costly procedures will have a Denim & Diamonds theme. This year, guests can relax about if they are wondering what to wear, since they can wear their favorite jeans, said North Raleighs Lori Moscato, the foundations founder and chair, noting that tickets are $150 per person. Ticket price includes entry to the event, auctions, cocktails and appetizers, a full sit down dinner, drinks, and dancing at the end of the evening.

Moscato said this years event is different than any other year, since it is the 5th Anniversary. This year we will be featuring a wine wall, silent and live auctions, and surprise game that goes with our theme, she said, adding that all monies donated to the foundation go directly to our grant program.

This is a wonderful foundation that truly makes you feel good about giving. These patients have lost all hope in having a family. To bring hope to a patient is overwhelming, and then to follow them on their journey and be able to hold this miracle child is a feeling that is indescribable, Moscato said. I would encourage readers to come out to this one-time-a-year event; it will for sure be an enjoyable evening, and one that they will never forget.

Tickets can be purchased at www.payitforwardfertility.org.


919 COMMUNITYCarla Kent New Cedar Fork PTA President

Carla Kent is the new president of the Cedar Fork Elementary Parent Teacher Association in Morrisville.

Other PTA officers include: Stephanie Alumbaugh, Vice President; Debbie Fuller, Secretary; Daphne Stam, Treasurer; Wendy Alexander, Communications/Website.

For more information or to join the organization, visit www.cedarforkpta.net.

Rotary Club of Morrisville named Nathan Lozinskey its Firefighter of the Year and Tracy Skeeter as Police Officer of the YearJohn Adams of Morrisville recently served as a page in the North Carolina House of Representatives. The son of Fred and Laurie Adams, he attends Cardinal Gibbons High SchoolBill Dooley Triangle/East Chapter of the National Football Foundation presented $1,000 scholarships recently to Jacob Best of Green Hope High School and Aaron Chan of Panther Creek High SchoolDuke Realty Corp. announced plans to build the Perimeter Two office building at Perimeter Park in Morrisville, with construction completed next summerGreen Hope High Schools womens

soccer team won the North Carolina High School Athletic Association 4A championship, defeating Cornelius Hough earlier this year. Undefeated Green Hope was runner-up last yearSeveral students from the Morrisville area were winners at the state level in the North Carolina PTAs Reflections competition: Katie Pitt of Green Hope High School finished first in the Senior Division of the dance category; Chris Sefton of Panther Creek High School finished second in the Senior Division of the music category; India Crews, also of PCHS, finished first in the Senior Division of the visual arts category; and Brennan Stride of Mills Park Middle School finished third in the Middle Division of the music categoryChatham

Hill Winery recently moved from Morrisville to Cary, and is now located at 8245 Chapel Hill Road. It was at the Gateway Center near RDU for 14 yearsDanielle Moore is the new womens basketball coach at Panther Creek High, replacing Geoff Bowman. Previously she was a volunteer coach at St. Pauls High SchoolAlso at PCHS, Lindsey OConnell the 2009 Player of the Year at Green Hope High School is the new volleyball coach. She replaces Bonnie OConnerTriangle Rock Club of Morrisville is expanding into North Raleigh, with a 13,000 sq. ft. space at 6022 Duraleigh Road. Expansion at the Morrisville location still is planned, and a third location in Durham or Chapel Hill is under consideration

Short Takes

Morrisville Chamber Golf Classic Oct. 1The Jani-King Fall Golf Classic -- one of the Morrisville

Chamber of Commerces biggest fundraisers is planned for Tuesday, Oct. 1 at Governors Club Golf Course in Chapel Hill.

Registration begins at 8 a.m., with a shotgun start at 10 a.m. Foursome cost is $850, which includes on-course contests, box lunch, beverages on the course, a reception and silent auction after the golf event, and more. All teams will be handicapped and flighted.

Sponsorships are still available to local businesses. To become a sponsor or register to play in the event, call 919-463-7150 or visit www.morrisvillechamber.org.


30 Varieties, Baked Fresh Daily

Anyone who enters Gigis Cupcakes of Brier Creek knows they have discovered something special. Since opening their doors on Dec. 3, 2011, owners and husband and wife team Maury Cole and Marina Lee have been on a mission to, in their words, spread love and joy, one cupcake at a time.

Our main focus is on the quality of our gourmet cupcakes, baked and decorated with care and served with a smile, said Lee, who also works as a customer service manager at Cisco Systems. The flavors are developed and recipes tested personally by Gigi

Butler, the founder and CEO, who opened her first store in February 2008. As one of over 70 stores in 19 states, Gigis Cupcakes of Brier Creek has performed in the top 10 for overall store sales every month since its opening, climbing steadily each month.

Cole and Lee credit much of their success to their employees, who they endearingly call the Cupcake Crew.

When we reached number one in sales, we celebrated with a company picnic and cookout for our crew and their families, said Cole. And, in appreciation of their consistent hard work, the cupcake crew is treated to a team dinner every month at a restaurant of their choice.

This recipe for success also includes a commitment to giving back to the community. Through such a joyful product, they partner with many local and some national

charities and organizations to provide support. In addition to the plentiful selection of fresh baked gourmet cupcakes, Gigis Cupcakes also offers customization for weddings, birthdays, holidays, special events, and client gifts. Our desire is to have a store that provides memorable experiences through great products, whether its a treat just because you deserved one today, or part of an incredible wedding day, said Lee.

Gigis Cupcakes is located at 8521 Brier Creek Pkwy #105 in Brier Creek Commons. For more information, call 919-206-4002, email [email protected], or visit gigiscupcakesusa.com/briercreeknorthcarolina.

Gigis Cupcakes of Brier CreekOWNERS: Marina Lee, Maury Cole YEAR OPENED: 2011ADDRESS: 8521 Brier Creek Pkwy #105, Brier Creek CommonsWEBSITE: www.gigiscupcakesusa.com/briercreeknorthcarolinaEMAIL: [email protected] PHONE: 919-206-4002FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/GigisCupcakesBrierCreekNorthCarolina

Photos by Mehdi Mirian Photography

Gigis Spreads Love And Joy, One Cupcake At a Time in Raleigh


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Entreprneurial Support Effort About to Graduate First ClassIts getting warm in Morrisville this

August. Actually, its getting HOTT.The first HOTTies class graduates

during the month, as part of the Morrisville Innovation Foundations program to attract and support entrepreneurial growth in the town.

HOTTies is a five-month program providing support to five start-up companies at a temporary location in the community, according to Morrisville Chamber of Commerce President Carlotta Ungaro. HOTT is an acronym for Morrisvilles tagline, Heart of the Triangle. The program was launched at the end of 2012 and the first class started last March and will wrap up at the end of July.

According to Ungaro, start-up companies have unique challenges and the Morrisville

program includes educational sessions targeted to entrepreneurs, mentoring and connections to individuals and organizations providing access to capital.

Modeled after a similar program in Durham, the HOTTies initiative originated through conversations between the Chamber and Morrisvillle Town Councilman Steve Rao and a team he helped assemble under the Innovation Foundation.

Popularly known as an incubator, the initiative is actually a percolator, according to Ungaro. This is a place to perk ideas for five months, with substantial mentoring and support, Ungaro said. The mission is to identify and grow the start-up community in Morrisville. There are numerous regional organizations

doing focused work with entrepreneurs and we have partnered with them for our programs to compliment offerings, instead of duplicate.

Rao feels the program is a fundamental component of the towns economic development strategy.

When I meet the companies in this program, I hear from them that the infrastructure and mentoring are very important to help them take their ideas further and have legitimate businesses, moving forward, he said.

Thus far, the initiative has received financial support from Lenovo and Wal-Mart, as well as individual contributions. Plus, Duke Realty, PCM and Time Warner Business class have provided in-kind donations for office space, furniture and wireless internet service.

Is the program proving successful so far? Hearing the progress reports each month from the participants is enlightening, as well as rewarding, said Ungaro, noting that another group is planned to start in 2014. Several have said we have made a real difference in moving their business to the next level and that makes it worth it.

For more information on the program, visit www.morrisvilleinnovation.org,

call 919-463-7159 or email [email protected].



The Eastern Carolina Division of March of Dimes named accomplished media professional Suzy Beth Sarver as the 2013 Triangle Signature Chefs Auction Chair.

Currently, Sarver is the Publisher of 919 Magazine, which distributes six unique community-oriented, full-color editions along the I-540 Corridor in North Raleigh, Morrisville and Wake Forest. While directing operations at the company, she also participates in several events and interacts daily with local businesses and organizations throughout the region.

As a mother of two healthy boys,

Im acutely aware of how important good prenatal care is and how we need to support North Carolina mothers and promote healthy pregnancies and healthy babies, said Sarver, explaining her involvement with the March of Dimes event. This is also a great opportunity to bring together our communities and the residents of the 919 area for a great cause and an outstanding event.

The 2013 Triangle

Signature Chefs Auction will feature the culinary talents of the areas finest local chefs and restaurants. Attendees will be able to sample signature dishes from 10 local chefs while bidding on

Suzy Beth Sarver, 919 Magazine Publisher, named 2013March of Dimes Triangle Signature Chefs Auction Chair


Stop by our Brier Creek location and treat yourself this summer to our wide variety of gourmet apples, fudge, dipped fruits, trues, bears & more...Choose from our selection of gourmet gift baskets

or boxed chocolates & give a gift of chocolate!!

Look out for our coupon in this issue.

Brier Creek Commons | 919-806-8992

unique and tempting silent and live auction packages, all to benefit the March of Dimes mission. The mission of the March of Dimes is to improve the health of babies by preventing birth defects, premature birth and infant mortality. The March of Dimes carries out this mission through programs of research, community services, education and advocacy.

Prior to moving to North Carolina early in 2012, Sarver spent 15 years working in a variety of roles in broadcasting, publishing, advertising and other media including management positions with Susco Media in San Diego. In addition, she served as executive producer and on-air host for Homes 2TV, a San Diego real estate-oriented television show.

We are so fortunate to have

such a top-tier presence as Suzy serve as our Chair for the years diamond anniversary event, said Catherine Heindselman, Director of the Eastern Carolina Division of March of Dimes. She has graciously agreed to help support the March of Dimes, and subsequently, to help give babies a healthy start in life.

The Signature Chefs Auction is Sunday, November 17 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. For more information, contact Patti Celestini at [email protected] or 919-424-2169 or connect with March of Dimes on

Facebook at Facebook.com/MarchOfDimesNorthCarolina.

In 2013, the March of Dimes celebrates its 75th anniversary and its ongoing work to help babies get a healthy start in life. Early research led to the Salk and Sabin polio vaccines that all babies still receive. Other breakthroughs include new treatments for premature infants and children with birth defects. About 4 million babies are born each year in the United States, and all have benefited from March of Dimes lifesaving research and education.

YEARS IN POSITION: 13 Years

OTHER COACHES: Jason Bochert, Firman

Walden, Michael McDonnell

PRACTICE BEGINS: Aug. 1

FIRST GAME: Kickoff Classic, Aug. 17:

8 am at Wake Med Soccer Park

2012-13 RECORD: N/A

2012-13 PLAYOFFS: N/A

2012-13 HONORS: Mens team finished

last year 3rd in the Tri-9 and 6th in the Mideast

Region; womens team won the Tri-9, the Mideast

Region and their 4th straight 4A state title

COACHS OUTLOOK:

Men: The boys have been working hard with the goal

of making it back to the state playoffs, as they are in the

midst of a two-year drought after winning it all in 2010.

Women: The girls will have a very young team and will

try to replace two of their top five runners from 2012.

CheerleadingHEAD COACH: Amy Saye

OTHER COACHES: Samantha Moreno, JV Coach


FIRST COMPETITION: TBA

2012-13 HONORS: Tri-9 Conference

Cheerleader of the Year (Danielle Palazzo)

Mens, Womens Cross CountryHEAD COACH: Rusty Jenkins

YEARS IN POSITION: 6

OTHER COACHES: Ryan Matthews, Leah Vaughn


FIRST MEET: Aug. 17, Wake County Kickoff meet

2012-13 RECORD: 1-10


2012-13 HONORS: N/A

COACHS OUTLOOK:

We have a young group with a lot of potential this year.

Football

HEAD COACH: Kwame Dixon

YEARS IN POSITION: Three Years

OTHER COACHES: Kevin Houston, Steve Pleasants,

Tim Inglis, Mike Solomon, Joe Nassif, Steve Bauld.


FIRST GAME: Aug. 23, 7:30 pm at Cardinal Gibbons

2012-13 RECORD: 6-6

2012-13 PLAYOFFS: Lost first round to Fuquay-Varina

2012-13 HONORS: Two First Team All-Conference

Selections; four Second Team All- Conference

Selections; first playoff appearance since 2004

COACHS OUTLOOK:

We are very inexperienced. Our underclassmen need

to grow up quickly. We are expecting to compete

in a tough conference and defense will have to carry

us until the offense finds key replacements.

Womens Tennis

HEAD COACH: Beth Hedgepeth

YEARS IN POSITION: Three Years (one year as assistant)

OTHER COACHES: N/A


FIRST GAME: TBD

2012-13 RECORD: 20-4

2012-13 PLAYOFFS: Eastern Regional: Semifinals

2012-13 HONORS: Eastern Region runners-

up; Audrey Channell moves on after graduation

to play tennis for the Naval Academy

COACHS OUTLOOK:

We predict to be a competitive team in 2013 as in

years past. Green Hope has four of six top-six players

returning. I expect we will earn another playoff

berth from the newly named SWAC conference.

Mens, Womens Cross Country

HEAD COACH: Michael Miragliuolo

Green Hope High SchoolFall Varsity Sports Preview

Panther Creek High SchoolFall Varsity Sports Preview

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Panther Creek High SchoolFall Varsity Sports Preview


Come join us for a night of dinner, dancing, and giving at The Pavilions at The Angus Barn. Please scan QR code for more information about Pay it Forward Fertility Foundation.

Visit us at:

www.payitforwardfertility.org

For more information about Pay It Forward Fertility Foundation or to make a donation to this worthy cause, visit our website or make a check payable to

Pay It Forward Fertility Foundation and mail to: PIFFF; 8311 Brier Creek Parkway Suite 105-111 Raleigh, NC 27617.

All contributions are tax-deductible.

Pay it Forward Fertility Foundation proudly announces 5th annual gala!

FootballHEAD COACH: Sean Crocker

YEARS IN POSITION: One Year (six years overall)

OTHER COACHES: Anthony Sullivan, Brandon Black,

Matt Hartman, Brian Cox, Isaac Bristol, Quincy Pedew


FIRST GAME: Aug. 23, 7:30 pm at Wake Forest

2012-13 RECORD: 1-10


2012-13 HONORS: N/A

COACHS OUTLOOK:

With experienced players returning in many key

positions, we expect to have a solid season. A playoff

berth, winning season and becoming relevant in

the conference race is not out of the question.

Cheerleading

No information submitted

Mens, Womens Cross Country


Womens Golf


Volleyball


Womens TennisHEAD COACH: Nathaniel BlalockYEARS IN POSITION: Three YearsOTHER COACHES: N/APRACTICE BEGINS: Aug. 1FIRST GAME: Aug. 19 at Leesville Road 2012-13 RECORD: 19-22012-13 PLAYOFFS: Dual Team 3rd Round; 4A Doubles State Champions (Sammi Smith/Jordan Strickland)2012-13 HONORS: Tri-9 Conference Champions; Tri-9 Doubles Conference Champions; Regional Doubles Champions; Tri-9 Conference Player of the Year (Megan Smith)COACHS OUTLOOK:This team will not only continue the successes of last year, but build on them. With five of our top six players returning, we believe that we can compete with any team in our state.

Mens SoccerHEAD COACH: David GrantYEARS IN POSITION: Three YearsOTHER COACHES: N/APRACTICE BEGINS: Aug. 1


They took the long route to get to Brier Creek Country Club, but the busy Vammino family now enjoys the North Raleigh planned communitys lifestyle, from the healthy environment and friendly neighbors, to the easy access of so many conveniences.

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Connecting young people with music is Diane Covingtons lifes work. As director for Leesville Road Highs award-winning choral department and a 25-year teaching veteran, she enjoys helping students succeed through music and making personal connections to influence lives.

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Executive Director Ed Morris explains how the Wake Forest Historical Museum tells the Wake Forest story from a variety of programs, to permanent and visiting exhibits about various people and organizations in the town, to the history of the areas namesake college (that moved to Winston-Salem in the 1950s).

Considered a treasure by those who know and work with him, 78-year-old volunteer Paul Daly happily dedicates his time serving the staff and members at the Rex Wellness Center in Wakefield.

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Past President Adam Gottsegan of the Rotary Club of North Raleigh touts the civic organizations volunteerism, international outreach, support for local groups -- such as the Boys & Girls Club, North Carolina Food Bank and others.

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Prakashs Tandoori ChickenIngredients1 cup . . . . . . . . . Plain yogurt (either whole or skim)

1 tbsp . . . . . . . . Lemon juice

2 tsp . . . . . . . . . hah Tandoori Chicken Masala

1 tsp . . . . . . . . . Fresh coarse ground black pepper

2 tsp . . . . . . . . . Ground cumin

1 tsp . . . . . . . . . Ground ginger

1/2 tsp . . . . . . . Salt

1 tsp . . . . . . . . . Smoked paprika

1 tbsp . . . . . . . . Finely minced garlic

1 tbsp . . . . . . . Thai chili paste with garlic (optional, but recommended)

12 pieces Chicken (6 pc drumsticks and 6 pc. boneless or bone-in thighs; or 4 breast halves and 4 leg quarters)

3 slices . . . . . . Raw onions, separated into rings (for garnish)

1/2 . . . . . . . . . . . Lemon, cut into slices (for garnish)

Directions1. In a small mixing bowl, stir together the

yogurt and lemon juice. Add the spices, minced garlic, and chili paste, and whisk until you have a smooth, thick marinade.

2. Put six pieces of the chicken in each of two Zip-Lock bags, and add half the marinade to each bag. Zip closed and knead the bags until the chicken is well coated with marinade. Open bags slightly, squeeze out most of the air, and zip closed again. Repeat for additional chicken pieces. Refrigerate 12-24 hours. If serving for dinner, make the marinade and start the chicken soaking the evening before.

3. Turn the bags and knead the marinating chicken once or twice while it is in the refrigerator.

4. When you are ready to cook, take the chicken out of the refrigerator, line a large roasting pan with foil (place a rack over the pan -- so air can circulate under the roasting chicken and use a non-stick spray on it). Pre-heat oven to 375 degrees (if using a convection oven, use roast cycle).

5. Place the chicken pieces on the rack so they are not touching. Empty what is left of the marinade into a bowl or measuring cup and touch up any empty spots on the chicken pieces with the marinade.

6. Once the oven is hot, put the pan with the chicken in the oven, and leave the door closed. Turn the chicken pieces once after 30 min., then roast for another 10 to 15 min.

-- or until slightly charred on the second side (but no more than 15 min. for legs and thighs). If cooking breasts, poke one with a skewer to make sure the juices run clear.

7. Turn off the oven and remove chicken to a warm platter, adding garnish of onion rings and a few squeezes of lemon.

Morrisville Resident Prakash PunjEnjoys Making Spicy Chicken Dish

Morrisville resident Prakash Punj prepares his Tandoori Chicken on a regular basis at home, including for special occasions.

It is a very popular dish in North India and parts of South Asian countries, consisting of roasted chicken with yogurt and spices, said Punj, who adopted the recipe from his wife, Anita. Its a healthy appetizer and is very easy to make.

An IT professional, Punj lives in the Downing Village neighborhood with his wife and two children, Ashwin and Armaan. He notes that the spicy dish is a family favorite. My kids love it, he said.



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GrowthRaleigh Ranks #10 Cityfor Business GrowthSOURCE: MarketWatch/The Wall Street Journal, 2012

Raleigh RanksThird in U.S. of

AMERICANBOOMTOWNS

SOURCE: Bloomberg

Raleigh#2 City

To Start a Business A new report ranks Raleigh as the second best

city in the U.S. to launch a new small business, trailing only Atlanta in the calculations.

Factors considered ranged from funding availabil-ity to a local economic health.

(Raleigh) is highly educated (with almost half the population having a college degree) and the cost of

living is very low, the report said. Research is a huge industry in Raleigh, and the presence of Duke and UNC nearby contributes talent to the job pool.

Following Raleigh in the rankings were Austin, TX; Tulsa, OK; Oklahoma City, OK; Tampa, FL; Seattle, WA;

Minneapolis, MN; Houston, TX; and Omaha, NB.

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