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Eagle Scout Badge a Tough Earn for Robbins

Posted: 08 Jun 2012 05:18 PM PDT

 

Marvin Robbins

By Seth Mabry

LCV staff

Marvin Robbins had to have his Eagle Scout project completed by his 18th birthday, which was April 7.

In the summer of 2011, Robbins contacted Jason Harpe, Executive Director at Lincoln County Historical Association, who had several ideas to assist Robbins in achieving his Eagle Scout badge. Harpe had several ideas but one jumped out at Robbins; Robbins could build a kayak access point on Clark's Creek behind the site of Ramsour's Mill.

Robbins, a senior at North Lincoln High School and a member of Eagle Scout Troop 75 in Lincolnton, jumped on the idea that Harpe purposed.

"I loved it," Robbins said. "It sounded really cool."

But soon after, Robbins was met with many obstacles.

"At first, we thought it was not going to work. Things were not inspected and we ran into some legal issues. We were at a stand-still," Robbins said

Even though his deadline to complete the project was still several months away, Robbins could feel the pressure of the project bearing on him.  He began to explore other options to meet his badge requirements.

Then in November, Robbins receives a breath of fresh air in the form of a phone call from Harpe.

"We are ready to go (with the project)," was the message that Harpe passed along to Robbins.

Marvin Robbins ( second from right) works on the stairs along with Scott Beam, scout master troop 75, Rodney Hoyle and Chris Bergstedt (both assistant scout leaders). Contributed

"I was happy! I couldn't wait to get out there," Robbins expressed.

But Mother Nature had to throw her own wrench into the schedule.

"A December storm left a bunch of limbs and debris right at the spot we had chosen for the access," Robbins said. "We would have had to see about clearing out the tree and get contractors to remove the debris."

But this snag didn't rattle Robbins too much.

"My mom was sweating bullets, but I was not worried too much," Robbins said.

Instead of the time-consuming task of clearing out the remnants of the storm, the access point would just be moved down stream about 50 yards.

In January, Robbins began to ask for donations and supplies and with help from scout leaders and fellow pack members, they started to clear the land and lay cement in March.

Once the projected was started, things went a lot smoother.

"The weather was nice, not too hot and not to cold."

Once the site was prepped, the project was taken in door to build the steps and floodwall.

Rodney Hoyle, who is Robbins' assistant scout leader, used his workshop to be the headquarters to do the carpentry work.

Marvin Robbins holds his certificate at the kayak access and the new Thread Trail marker. Photo by Dawn Crouse

"Rodney really mentored me. He pushed me and said, "I want you to achieve this Eagle Scout Badge."

In late March, the steps were anchored into place and the project was completed on April 17th.

"It was a sigh of relief. But it was totally worth it," Robbins said.

On May 19 during the Ramsour's Mill re-enactment weekend, a marker was unveiled to include the Clark's Creek Kayak/Canoe Access as part of the Carolina Tread Trail.

Even though Robbins is not much of a kayaker himself, he did tackle some rapids on the Roanoke River when we went with his troops to the Outer Banks.

He will set sail on a much larger boat later this year as he will enroll in the Navy and attend boot camp in Michigan in November with plans of making a career there as a culinary specialist.

Having his Eagle Scout badge will allow Robbins to enter the Navy with an E-3 rank.

Even with the hectic scheduling and uncertainties that were thrust upon him, Robbins still enjoyed achieving his Eagle Scout honor.

"Even though this had a lot of ups and downs, it was still a very fun project," he said.

 

 

 

 

 

Ribbon Cutting for Quality Water of the Carolinas

Posted: 08 Jun 2012 05:17 AM PDT

Pictured is Mr. Ken Talmadge, Quality Water of the Carolinas cutting the ceremonial ribbon at the Grand Opening and Ribbon of Quality Water of the Carolinas.   They are located at 4325 Highway 16, Denver, NC.

Participating in the ceremony included Eddie Sigmon, Eddie Sigmon & Associates, Ambassadors’ Committee Chair, Ken Morris, Servpro of Lincoln & North Gaston Counties, Mark Talmadge, and Chamber President, Ken Kindley.

Luna (ID A16171621)

Posted: 08 Jun 2012 05:12 AM PDT

 

Luna is a Shepherd mix, she has been at the shelter since 5/11/12.

Luna is 1.5 years old and already spayed. She is a sweet & beautiful girl who loves to be petted.

She is looking for her forever home. Will it be with you?

Please come visit her at Lincoln Co Animal Services Monday through Saturday 11am til 4:30pm and until 5:30 on Thursday or call 704-736-4125

Lincolnton Football Camp

Posted: 08 Jun 2012 04:57 AM PDT

Community Announcement

 

 

The City of Lincolnton Parks and Recreation and the Lincolnton High School Athletic Department is now taking registration for a Summer Football Camp for boys grades 3 – 9. The camp will be held Monday – Wednesday, June 18 – 20, from 9:00a.m. until 12:00p.m. at the Lincolnton High School Football Field.  Cost is $25.00.  Camp director is Coach Scott Cloninger.  Registration for the camp is being taken at the Lentz Recreation Center at Betty G. Ross Park Monday – Friday from 8:00am – 5:00pm.  For more information, contact the recreation office at (704) 735-2671.

LFD Gets Gift of Copper

Posted: 08 Jun 2012 04:55 AM PDT

 

By Seth Mabry

When you think of a firehouse mascot, you immediately imagine the typical Dalmatian sitting beside the fire chief on the way to a blazing inferno.

Copper is now the official firehouse dog of Lincolnton Fire Department. By Seth Mabry

But when Copper, an eight-year-old Brittany who was living in Charlotte, was in need of a good home, Lincolnton Fire Department's C-Shift Captain Ryan Heavner had the perfect solution; Copper could relocate into the comfy confines of the firehouse.

"Chief Lee had been looking a fire dog," Heavner said. "It was almost perfect."

But Lincolnton is not foreign territory to Copper, and Copper is definitely not a stranger in Lincolnton. Copper is the canine that could often be found in the window of Personal Artist Studio & Gallery, on East Main Street in Lincolnton, owned by Laurie Bostian.

In 2011, Bostian and Copper moved from Lincolnton to Charlotte as she took on the role of Program Chair at the Charlotte Art League. This forced Copper to spend more time alone indoors which was something he was not used to.

"He wasn't himself while living in Charlotte and being indoors," Bostian said. "I wanted to keep him with me, but I knew that would be selfish."

“Last March, Bostian made a phone call to Heavner, whom she had met while living in Lincolnton, to seek out advice on Copper. Heavner proposed the idea of Copper becoming the official fire dog for the department.

At first, Bostian was not sure how to handle parting ways with (wo)man's best friend, who she had known since Copper was an eight-week-old puppy.

"It was not an easy decision. I was very tearful," she said. "But now he is back to the old Copper I raised"

On March 10, 2012, Copper Valentine Bostian became an official member of the Lincolnton Fire Department. He has his own fire badge, staff ID and personal file.

Copper has fit right in with the crew at the department except for a minor mishap during his first week.

Copper gains much attention everywhere he goes, such as the 2012 Adopt-A-Cop event at Betty G Ross park.

"Right after he got here, he decided to chase a cat at the fire department," Heavner said. "He ran off and were had our crew out looking for in the woods with flashlights."

Copper wasn't gone very long and things have been smooth sailing since then.

"Copper loves it here," said Lincolnton Fire Department Chief Mike Lee. "He is very content."

Copper quickly learned the ropes of being a member of the department.

"He knows our tones," Mike Lee said. "He stands up as soon as he hears the call over the speakers. Once he sees everyone moving, he runs and jumps into the truck."

Even though Copper now enjoys the ride in a fire engine, he still appreciates a stroll through downtown.

"People come out of their businesses just to see him," said LFD fire fighter Matt Lee. "He has his own entourage."

Matt Lee, who is also the son of Chief Lee, is the primary caregiver to Copper.

"He is the most popular dog I have ever seen. People come up to me and say, 'is that the dog from the window?' He is becoming the most popular dog in town."

But Copper is not the first mascot of the Lincolnton Fire Department. In 1971, the station adopted a Dalmatian, who of course, went by the name of Sparky.

But Chief Lee says there are no plans to replace Copper with a white dog with black spots.

"We could never find another dog like him," Chief Lee said. "Everyone has embraced him."

Heavner concurs with the chief.

"I think the Chief Lee would rather us wreck that ladder truck instead of losing that dog."

You can check out Copper on Facebook at Copper the Fire Dog.

 

 

 
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