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Dobson hears suggestions for budget

Elkin News — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 09:30:50 +0000

At an informational session this weekend, Dobson town commissioners heard from Ron Niland, owner of All-American Associates of Mount Airy Inc.

Doggie Easter Egg Hunt

Elkin News — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 09:20:50 +0000

There will be a Doggie Easter Egg Hunt at Fisher River Park in Dobson on Sunday, March 21st from 2:00 until 5:00 pm.

Town boards poised to up sewer rates

Elkin News — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 20:43:23 +0000

An increase in sewer rates for residents of Elkin and Jonesville will be one step closer to reality if the respective town boards approve funding for repairing and upgrading the new regional sewer authority.

Fibrowatt - propaganda’ discussed by board

Elkin News — Sun, 07 Mar 2010 21:16:56 +0000

At the Surry County Board of Commissioners meeting on Monday night, the Fibrowatt project came up and commissioners expressed concern about the spread of "propaganda." The discussion came up after Todd Tucker, president of the Surry County Economic Development Partnership, gave a report to the board about economic development in the county.

Area food banks still stocked

Elkin News — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 21:13:04 +0000

TRIBUNE/Christine Weatherman Heather Macy is the director of Tri-County Christian Crisis Ministry, Inc., which is prepared to help those who have a food emergency.

Sewer Bill Changes Coming to Ronda, Elkin, Jonesville

Elkin News — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 04:18:01 +0000

Residents in Ronda, Elkin and Jonesville will soon be seeing changes in their costs for sewer service.

Sewer rates will increase for some

Elkin News — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 04:11:23 +0000

Christine Weatherman Staff Writer elklifestyles@elkintribune.com When the Yadkin Valley Sewer Authority assumes control of the three local municipal sewer systems in mid March, its customers in Elkin and Jonesville will likely see a small increase in their monthly sewer bill.

County approves new water and sewer projects

Elkin News — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 19:18:05 +0000

The county will now move forward with two new water and sewer projects, one of which will help a local company retain jobs.

Honors Chorus set to perform new piece

Elkin News — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 11:31:58 +0000

The Surry County Honors Chorus concert is this Friday night in the Elkin High School auditorium.

Four joined through family, church and careers

Elkin News — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 11:06:51 +0000

Wendy Byerly Wood/The News Shiloh Baptist Church members, from left, the Rev. Thomas Williams Jr., his aunt, Lillie Helton, and his mother-in-law and father-in-law, Lois and Clinton Brim are all in the medical field.

Regional Briefs: Accused in Plouff death wants charge dropped

Elkin News — Sat, 27 Feb 2010 10:59:12 +0000

The attorney for the man accused of killing Winston-Salem police Sgt. Howard Plouff three years ago yesterday filed a motion to dismiss the charges against him.

Trooper, 2 Others Injured In Highway Crash

Elkin News — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 04:40:53 +0000

An NC Highway Patrol trooper was injured Thursday morning when a car ran off the road and struck his patrol car along Interstate 77 in Surry County.

Harris misidentified in Tribune

Elkin News — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 03:55:37 +0000

In Wednesday's edition of the Elkin Tribune Surry County Commission candidate Eddie Harris' photograph was misidentified in a story about his filing for office.

Marriages

Elkin News — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 14:33:59 +0000

The Surry County Register of Deeds has granted the following marriage licenses: n Scott Franklin Lowry, 37, of Mount Airy, and Judith Brooke Barham, 34, of Mount Airy, issued Feb.

History Talks: Mr. Lin…

Elkin News — Sun, 21 Feb 2010 14:26:47 +0000

The Mount Airy Museum of Regional History presents History Talks - Mr. Lincoln's Office: A Visit with the President.

Harrell trying to extend 20-year commissioner span

Elkin News — Sun, 21 Feb 2010 06:04:55 +0000

Last week Dr. Jim Harrell Jr. filed to run for re-election to the county commissionera s seat for the south district.

Dobson traffic backs up because of wrecks

Elkin News — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 05:59:13 +0000

DOBSON a ' A driver who struck a power pole on Zephyr Road Wednesday morning, caused traffic through town to be delayed for a couple of hours causing headaches for those on their way to school and work.

Commissioners meeting rescheduled

Elkin News — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 05:46:46 +0000

DOBSON a ' Due to inclement weather, the Surry County Board of Commissioners meeting scheduled for last night was canceled.

Car-pooling urged for food giveaway

Elkin News — Mon, 15 Feb 2010 05:44:49 +0000

Everything about the next government-surplus food distribution in Surry County promises to be big: more commodities than usual, an increase in the number of families to be served - and the crowds of takers.

Election filing begins today

Elkin News — Sat, 13 Feb 2010 03:25:21 +0000

Filing for county office begins today, and several seats are open for the 2010 election.

Busy first day of filing

Elkin News — Thu, 11 Feb 2010 03:20:38 +0000

Filing for the 2010 election began yesterday, and the Surry County Board of Elections saw a busy day.

Kevin Powell’s Foothill Ford offers peace of mind to Toyota recall customers.

Elkin News — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 03:19:34 +0000

Kevin Powell offers a hot line in which Toyota recall customers can call and receive information about recall years and models affected.

Commissioners consider new technologies

Elkin News — Sun, 07 Feb 2010 03:07:44 +0000

Meghann Evans/The News The Surry County Commissioners present Angie Cagle, human resource director of Advanced Electronic Services, with the Success in Surry award given to the company in recognition of its products and services.

All’s Not Clear: Wintry mix of snow, freezing rain and sleet expected after midnight

Elkin News — Thu, 04 Feb 2010 10:37:15 +0000

Another round of winter weather will hit the Triad and the northwestern mountains Friday and Saturday, forecasters say.

The Italian Kitchen at…

Elkin News — Sun, 31 Jan 2010 17:00:56 +0000

Sunday, January 31, 2010, 1:00-3:00. Raffaldini Villa, 2nd Floor $35.00 per person, by reservation.

Auditions

Elkin News — Sun, 31 Jan 2010 08:40:36 +0000

On Golden Pond: Foothills Theatre will hold auditions at 2 p.m. today in the fellowship hall of First Baptist Church at 110 Gwyn Ave.

Flooding causes power outages, evacuations

Elkin News — Thu, 28 Jan 2010 14:54:41 +0000

A woman was rescued from this single-wide trailer on Hogan Creek Road late Sunday night after the nearby creek overflowed its banks sweeping away her front and back porches.

Elkin Boy Recovering After Accidental BB Gun Shooting

Elkin News — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 14:37:59 +0000

An 11-year-old boy was rushed to the hospital after being accidentally shot with a BB gun in the neck by another 11-year-old boy Saturday night.

BB shooting was accident, Sheriff’s Office says

Elkin News — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 14:37:44 +0000

An 11-year-old boy was rushed to the hospital after being accidentally shot with a BB gun in the neck by another 11-year-old boy Saturday night.

River flood warning for Yadkin at Elkin

Elkin News — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 06:22:54 +0000

The National Weather Service has issued a flood warning for the Yadkin River at Elkin.

Dobson man killed in afternoon crash

Elkin News — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 01:29:51 +0000

A local reverend died after being involved in a car accident this week. Coy Clifford White, 78, of Dobson, died en-route to the hospital Monday afternoon following an accident on U.S. Highway 268, six miles south of Dobson.

Artists’ Day at Raffal…

Elkin News — Sat, 23 Jan 2010 08:07:21 +0000

Saturday, January 23, 2010, 11:00-5:00. Raffaldini Villa, 2nd Floor Free admission 835-9463 Come to Raffaldini Vineyards and support the work of North Carolina artists! Meet the artists and view their work in a variety of media.

Woman’s Death Under Investigation

Elkin News — Thu, 21 Jan 2010 14:25:29 +0000

The death of an Elkin woman is being investigated by Wilkes county authorities. Sheriff's deputies and paramedics called to 25-year old Ginger Haynes' home early Tuesday found her slumped over, sitting up on a sofa, not breathing.

Group calls facts false

Elkin News — Wed, 20 Jan 2010 21:08:22 +0000

An environmental group says that a Surry County commissioner made inaccurate statements in his written testimony to the N.C. Utilities Commission last month about Fibrowatt's planned poultry-waste burning plant near Elkin.

Artist celebrates ‘joyful paintings’

Elkin News — Mon, 18 Jan 2010 20:59:24 +0000

The newest display of artwork at the Foothills Arts Council in Elkin in entitled "Joyful Paintings," and is a diverse collection of compositions by local artist, Holly Neaves Gambill.

Writers group to have workshop

Elkin News — Mon, 18 Jan 2010 12:40:53 +0000

Winston-Salem Writers will present a reading session and a writing workshop this week: "Open-Mike Night" will meet at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday at Billy Bob's Silver Diner, 1650 Hanes Mall Blvd.

In The Spirit of Dr. M…

Elkin News — Sat, 16 Jan 2010 12:39:09 +0000

The Mount Airy Museum of Regional History presents "In The Spirit of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Creating healthy, active students

Elkin News — Sat, 16 Jan 2010 04:39:00 +0000

Even the younger students at Millennium Charter Academy learned about CPR during Thursdaya s health fair.

Traffic deaths rise in Surry County

Elkin News — Thu, 14 Jan 2010 04:38:58 +0000

More than twice as many people died on Surry County highways during 2009 as the year before, according to figures released Wednesday by the N.C. Highway Patrol.

Water main bursts in Elkin

Elkin News — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 20:31:45 +0000

A water main ruptured Tuesday morning spilling a flood of water down W. Main St.

Habitat wraps up 2009

Elkin News — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 05:49:57 +0000

It has already been a busy year for the Greater Mount Airy Habitat for Humanity.

SCC looking forward to new look in 2010

Elkin News — Thu, 07 Jan 2010 00:03:58 +0000

For Surry Community College, 2010 will bring about new buildings, new classes and new technology.

Tasty Tuesdays to celebrate smoking ban

Elkin News — Mon, 04 Jan 2010 23:56:39 +0000

The statewide smoking ban in bars and restaurants went into Saturday, and the Surry County Health and Nutrition Center has is planning a series of Tasty Tuesday events to celebrate the ban.

Fibrowatt still good idea, but concerns growing

Elkin News — Sat, 02 Jan 2010 23:46:14 +0000

Ammunition has now been added to the fire for those who oppose the construction of the Fibrowatt plant in Elkin.

A year in review

Elkin News — Thu, 31 Dec 2009 23:40:30 +0000

Editora s Note: This year, the final year of the decade, has been filled with interesting stories.

Drug arrests made through operation

Elkin News — Thu, 31 Dec 2009 07:07:29 +0000

Officers prepare to arrest a Mount Airy man on drug charges during Operation Year End Clearance.

Mobile classrooms to be on move in Surry

Elkin News — Wed, 30 Dec 2009 22:55:06 +0000

Recent construction projects are allowing Surry County Schools to discontinue use of mobile classrooms, and now the system is exploring the disposal of structures criticized by many over the years.

SCC ends 2009 with look forward

Elkin News — Mon, 28 Dec 2009 22:34:10 +0000

Surry Community College's viticulture and enology program is gaining notability across the country and is destined to gain even more with the opening of a new facility.

Cops and Kids’ shop for a brighter Christmas day

Elkin News — Sat, 26 Dec 2009 22:30:20 +0000

Mondee Tilley/The News Six-year-old Darius Walker smiles as he checks out with Mount Airy Police Lt.

Fire destroys Jonesville home

Elkin News — Thu, 24 Dec 2009 22:17:50 +0000

Fire ravaged a Jonesville rental house in the early morning hours Wednesday, but the six people who lived there escaped, and a neighbor even helped save Christmas presents before the house was completely engulfed in flames.

Sheriff’s deputies make break-in arrests

Elkin News — Thu, 24 Dec 2009 05:13:17 +0000

The Surry County Sheriffa s Office recently made arrests connected to several break-ins, one dating back 1 1/2 years.

Heartland Publications joins newspapers in Chapter 11

Elkin News — Tue, 22 Dec 2009 06:33:52 +0000

Heartland Publications LLC, the owner of 23 daily newspapers and other publications in nine states, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection yesterday after agreeing with its major lender on a plan to cut the company's debt load by more than half.

Free Holiday Open Hous…

Elkin News — Sat, 19 Dec 2009 08:18:29 +0000

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER! Saturday December 19 2009 12 - 4pm The Mount Airy Museum of Regional History will hold its fifth annual Free Christmas Open House on Saturday December 19, 2009 from 12 - 4pm.

Marriages

Elkin News — Fri, 18 Dec 2009 20:41:44 +0000

The Surry County Register of Deeds has granted the following marriage licenses: n Timothy Lee Souther, 36, of Harmony, and Jennifer Denise Anderson Billings, 37, of Boonville, issued Dec.

Fire destroys Elkin home

Elkin News — Wed, 16 Dec 2009 20:35:04 +0000

A Tuesday morning fire at 137 Northwood Drive in Elkin destroyed the home where Dawn Martin and her family were living.

Fire Victim: Thief Stole Presents and Set My Home on Fire

Elkin News — Wed, 16 Dec 2009 08:56:59 +0000

An Elkin woman told WFMY News 2 her family is in shock after someone broke into their home Tuesday, stole Christmas, then set her home on fire.

More Child Porn Charges Against Elkin Man

Elkin News — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 00:58:17 +0000

A man already charged with multiple counts related to child porn and child exploitation made another trip to jail this weekend.

More reports surface of women being followed

Elkin News — Sun, 13 Dec 2009 22:16:48 +0000

Incidents of women being followed occurred in Elkin this week - similar to cases recently investigated in Mount Airy, according to a police spokesman here.

Alleged meth user makes mess

Elkin News — Fri, 11 Dec 2009 22:14:19 +0000

A man allegedly high on crystal methamphetamine wreaked havoc on Cook School Road Tuesday night.

Cosby arrested on additional charge

Elkin News — Wed, 09 Dec 2009 21:52:19 +0000

William Frederick Cosby, Jr., of State Road, was arrested Saturday, and charged with one count of taking indecent liberties with a minor.

Some spending is necessary

Elkin News — Wed, 09 Dec 2009 04:53:13 +0000

Monday night discussion at the Surry County Board of Commissioners centered around the county's spending habits, and whether the commissioners are living within the collective means of county taxpayers.

Bluegrass Gospel Event

Elkin News — Sun, 06 Dec 2009 21:24:38 +0000

Statesville, NC 28625 308 Island Ford Road, Statesville NC 28625 I-40 Exit 148. Go north and turn left at the first light between CVS and McDonalds.

Bluegrass Gospel Event

Elkin News — Sun, 06 Dec 2009 21:24:38 +0000

Statesville, NC 28625 308 Island Ford Road, Statesville NC 28625 I-40 Exit 148. Go north and turn left at the first light between CVS and McDonalds.

Letter to The News

Elkin News — Fri, 04 Dec 2009 21:04:01 +0000

To the Editor, $2,174,545. TWO million! Thata s the amount of money the Board of Commissioners say they have spent or have committed to spend for the purchase of land and site development for Fibrowatt.

Rector: - We had no idea’

Elkin News — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 20:42:40 +0000

With the recent arrest of William Frederick Cosby, Jr. on multiple sex charges against a 14-year-old local child, area residents have questioned how this could have happened in Elkin.

Ronda Water Line Project Moves Forward

Elkin News — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 08:30:18 +0000

Ronda Town Commissioners expect to award bids for construction of the Pleasant Hills water project tomorrow night.

Huge crowd expected for food giveaway

Elkin News — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 08:21:05 +0000

Recent giveaways of U.S. Department of Agriculture commodities in Surry have been well-attended events, and organizers expect the same for another free food distribution scheduled Friday in Mount Airy.

Regional Briefs: N.C. cities could be hit with increased payments to pension plan

Elkin News — Sat, 28 Nov 2009 08:12:17 +0000

North Carolina communities already facing tight local budgets may have to spend more to beef up pension plans for municipal workers.

Shoplifter accused of biting officer

Elkin News — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 22:19:17 +0000

A Hamptonville man is free after posting a $1,000 unsecured bond on Sunday, Nov.

A new beginning: HCMH opens new $50 million addition

Elkin News — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 09:07:20 +0000

Hugh Chatham Memorial Hospital held its grand opening of the new $50 million medical addition on Sunday afternoon.

William Frederick Cosby Jr.

Elkin News — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 00:47:52 +0000

An Elkin business owner and volunteer with the Elkin Rescue Squad has been arrested and charged with statutory sex offense with a 14-year-old and solicitation of a child by computer to commit a sex act, both felonies, according to the Elkin Police Department.

Elkin Man Charged in Internet Sex Case

Elkin News — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:36:51 +0000

An Elkin business owner was arrested and charged with statutory sex offense with a 14 year old and solicitation of a child by computer to commit a sex act.

Give back the Yadkin, dammit

Elkin News — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 09:58:22 +0000

From there, it turns south toward Salisbury, gathering size and force from its various tributaries until, passing the Uwharrie mountain range, it's squeezed from 1,000 feet wide to less than 100 feet in the gorge known as "the Narrows." Over a 38-mile stretch from above High Rock Mountain to just below the Narrows, the Yadkin falls almost 400 feet ...

Price Power Equipment

Elkin News — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 09:36:20 +0000

Price Power Equipment has been in Elkin Since 2001. We carry a huge selection of brand name lawn equipment and accessories.

It’s just the saddest thing’

Elkin News — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 01:40:36 +0000

Elkin has lost one of its most well-known community and business leaders. Johnsie Hudspeth, 59, a longtime Elkin resident, broker and owner of Century 21 Hudspeth Properties passed away Friday evening in an apparent diving related accident.

to Trick or Treat? that is the Question

Elkin News — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 17:29:03 +0000

As a new mommy I have found that bribery is a handy tool. Though Dr. Spock would probably disagree I find it necessary to get what I want while still offering them something in return.

Marriages

Elkin News — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 23:00:55 +0000

The Surry County Register of Deeds has granted the following marriage licenses: n Carlos Franklin Surratt, 72, of Mount Airy, and Hilda Ruth Mayes Jones, 55, of Lowgap, issued Nov.

Joint development makes sense

Elkin News — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 22:58:10 +0000

Last week several local officials, including Surry County Board of Commissioners Chairman Craig Hunter and Mount Airy Commissioner Todd Harris, expressed support for a joint industrial park.

Special needs pup finds the perfect home

Elkin News — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 22:52:33 +0000

Dogs are often called mana s best friend. The unconditional love and companionship that a beloved pet provides forms a lasting bond with their owner that isna t soon forgotten.

Joint industrial park may be developed

Elkin News — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 02:47:00 +0000

Normally, one town competes against others to land a coveted new industry in their respective communities - but what if all local governments in the same area pooled their resources and worked together? Doing just that is part of a long-range plan now being considered by leaders in Surry County to create "multijurisdictional" industrial parks.

Vote mix-up complicates Mount Airy mayor’s race

Elkin News — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 02:26:41 +0000

Teresa Lewis had just celebrated winning the Mount Airy mayoral race Tuesday night when she got a call from the Surry County Board of Elections.

Fun n’ games

Elkin News — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 02:04:52 +0000

Adam McComb will take over as Elkin's new recreation and parks director on November 16.

Thanking volunteers for their time, service

Elkin News — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 18:00:23 +0000

Traveling around Surry County has become a weekly pastime for me during the past few weeks.

New commissioners for Elkin

Elkin News — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 17:39:39 +0000

With all precincts reporting in Elkin, a change in town board commissioners is expected.

You have the right to remove your sticker’

Elkin News — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 20:27:29 +0000

I know, I know, we're told in civics class as kids that we were all entitled to "freedom of speech" by the first amendment of the Bill of Rights.

Program to assess Triad students

Elkin News — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 08:16:22 +0000

A program aimed at assessing how well high-school students are prepared for a technical career will involve more than 2,000 students in 23 rural high schools in the Triad.

Haunted Masquerade Par…

Elkin News — Sat, 31 Oct 2009 08:13:27 +0000

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 31ST HAUNTED MASQUERADE PARTY AT TWENTY ONE & MAIN Costume Contest Benefiting the Reeves Restoration Project! How It Works: Sign-In for the Contest at 8:00 at Twenty One & Main and receive a a oeBallot Bucketa .

Carolina Heritage Vineyard and tasting room opens

Elkin News — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 16:11:35 +0000

Light winds and glorious sunshine welcomed visitors and guest to the ribbon cutting and official opening of Carolina Heritage Vineyards in Elkin on Thursday.

Videoconferencing planned on strokes

Elkin News — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 20:07:56 +0000

Giving potential stroke victims access to emergency care earlier and closer to home is the goal of neurological initiatives at Forsyth and Wake Forest University Baptist medical centers.

Three nabbed for stealing, selling metal

Elkin News — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 20:07:20 +0000

Jonesville police Friday afternoon arrested three local men who they say have been stealing large amounts of metal from local utility companies and selling it at area scrap yards for what they estimate to be thousands of dollars.

Cancer Center Opens at Hugh Chatham Hosptial

Elkin News — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 01:22:34 +0000

A regional center has recently opened at Hugh Chatham Memorial Hospital in Elkin.

H1N1 spreading throughout area

Elkin News — Sat, 24 Oct 2009 01:14:41 +0000

Health officials from Surry, Yadkin and Wilkes counties all report an extreme increase in the number of residents being treated for flu symptoms.

Second Triad Flight of Honor, honoring WWII vets

Elkin News — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 16:57:16 +0000

Next Wednesday, a group of 103 World War II veterans will embark on what could be the greatest adventure of their lives, they will be visiting the World War II Memorial in Washington, D.C. for the first time.

Bridge St. NAPA store changes colors

Elkin News — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 16:54:47 +0000

Darnell Parts Service, Inc., owners of the locally owned NAPA Auto Parts store has merged with Carquest.

Incentives approved for Vaughan-Bassett

Elkin News — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 20:11:37 +0000

The Surry County Board of Commissioners approved industrial incentives of up to $50,000 for Vaughan-Bassett Furniture Co.

Commissioners to discuss industry incentives on Monday and Tuesday

Elkin News — Sun, 18 Oct 2009 19:52:27 +0000

The Surry County Board of Commissioners will meet Monday at 6 p.m. then recess until Tuesday at 6 p.m. On both nights, the board will hold public hearings on industrial development incentives.

Elkin honors hero, mayor offers apology at board meeting

Elkin News — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 19:28:45 +0000

The town of Elkin presented a resolution in recognition of the extraordinary heroism of United States Army Capt.

Dinner & A Movie on th…

Elkin News — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 07:25:05 +0000

Dinner & A Movie on the Courtyard showing House on Haunted Hill ! Enjoy dining in our outside Courtyard while watching classic films from the 1940a TMs, 50a TMs, and 60a TMs.

Biometric Vendors Get New Deals

Elkin News — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 07:44:37 +0000

Two hospitals recently signed contracts to implement biometric identification technology that verifies identification based on an individual's unique vein pattern in the palm.

Ehs Ptsa Speaker Series

Elkin News — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 07:21:22 +0000

Elkin High School PTSA Hosts Speaker The Elkin High School PTSA speaker program will begin on October 12.