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Page 16 - Rutherford Weekly 828-248-1408 www.rutherfordweekly.com Thursday, February 13-February 19, 2014 Meteorologist Robert Gamble Email: carolinaweather @yahoo.com S LLY D & ll your supplies al! WWWDUFlESCOPIERCOM s 828-245-5116 Locally Owned And Operated For 40 Years OFFICE SUPPLIES EQUIPMENT SERVICE SOLUTIONS 671 OAK STREET FOREST CITY, NC 28043 WE REPAIR ALL MAKES AND MODELS Duffie Sams CEO/ Owner High 35 Low 27 High 48 Low 25 High 50 Low 32 High 55 Low 30 High 56 Low 34 High 50 Low 32 February 13 February 14 February 15 February 16 February 17 February 18 February 19 For Up To The Minute Rutherford County Weather Go To rutherfordweekly.com BOB'S CAROLINA WEATHER BOB'S CAROLINA WEATHER This Week's Weather Brought To You By: High 55 Low 38 What a Snow Storm! We can now dig out and enjoy some sunshine and slightly warmer weather. I don't know if there will be more snow this Winter, but we're at that time of year now when weather changes fast. I don't see any more extreme cold air coming our way for a while, but no heat waves either. Have a great weekend. Not Just Oil, Pennzoil Brought to you by: Brought to you by: 828-245-0434 293 S. Broadway St., Forest City FAST FAST FAST FAST WAY WAY WAY WAY © Community First Media Community First Media RUTHERFORD WEEKLY SPORTS By KEVIN CARVER Sprint Cup Racing Is Back,But So Is Jimmie Johnson This season, NASCAR has tweaked the points system when it comes to The Chase, changed the qualifying format and re- invented The Chase to 16 drivers making the fi eld. And now, it seems that if a driver wins in the fi rst 26 races on the schedule, the chances of making The Chase are very likely. The knock out round format of The Chase is the biggest change. Sixteen drivers will start, but will be down for 12 after the third playoff race, then to eight after the sixth race and down to four after the nine events going into Homestead. Depend- ing on who fi nishes the best in race 10 of the play- offs will win the championship. As for the 16 drivers I feel like will make the cut this season, here is the list below and how I see them fi nishing. 16) Jamie McMurray, 15) Martin Truex Jr., 14) Tony Stewart, 13)Greg Biffl e, 12) Kevin Harvick, 11) Kurt Busch, 10) Denny Hamlin, 9) Kasey Kahne, 8) Kyle Busch, 7) Carl Edwards, 6) Jeff Gordon, 5) Clint Bowyer 4) Dale Earnhardt Jr., 3) Brad Keselowski, 2) Matt Kenseth, 1) Jimmie Johnson. Rookie of the Year should come down to Austin Dillon and Kyle Larson. I believe either guy could win their fi rst race this year. Dillon could emerge faster than Larson, but we will see. Dillon could vie for a top 16 spot in the Chase as well. Daytona kicks off the schedule, but the Sprint Unlimited is fi rst. Formerly The Bud Shootout, Pole winners from 2013 and those who have the Sprint Unlimited able compete in this 75-lap dash for the cash come Saturday night (Feb 15). I will step out of my comfort zone and take Kyle Busch is this one. Just gut feeling. Stories to watch: How Stewart-Haas Racing develops in 2014? Three of the most stubborn, outspoken, yet talented drivers in the sport are all apart of one organization. Like it or not, Tony Stewart, Kevin Harvick and Kurt Busch are all teammates and that's trouble waiting to happen. I expect for there to be some heated moments with some interest- ing thoughts between all three. Can they all three work together? Notably, there has been some bad blood between Harvick and Kurt's younger broth- er, Kyle. All three are championship contenders again this season with Harvick the only one with- out a title of the group. Harvick and Busch also could struggle since Newman was in a second team car for a few years and didn't have anywhere near the success as he did at Penske. Can Johnson tie Petty and Earnhardt? Jimmie Johnson has already established him- self among Cup's top drivers. While some say he already is among the elite, obtaining a seventh Sprint Cup title would be the pinnacle of John- son's career. Granted it's very possible he could get more than seven, but he has to get there fi rst. This year it would be 35 years ago since Rich- ard Petty won his seventh title and 20 since Dale Earnhardt pick up his last of seven. Evernham back to Hendrick Motorsports! Who would have ever thought, Ray Evernham would go back to Hendrick Motorsports? Rick Hendrick knew years ago that people were his main asset to winning races and champion- ship. Ray Evernham guided Jeff Gordon to three championship as his crew chief, before he left to form his own team with Dodge. Evernham will be a competition director in a sense as Hendrick Mo- torsports just got even more stronger to beat in 2014. *Prep Hoops update: If (2A) East Rutherford's girls sweep games this week, they win with the SMAC title. Thomas Jef- ferson's boys have it a little tougher though. 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To clear snow safely: • Remove twigs, rocks and toys or other items from your driveway and sidewalks before the snow starts. • Check with your physician and be sure you are healthy enough for strenuous activity. • Dress appropriately, including a head covering, mittens or gloves, socks and slip-resistant shoes. • Clear snow early and often and pace yourself; take frequent breaks and stay hydrated. • Use an appropriate shovel for your height and ability and use proper lifting technique. Don't twist and throw the snow over your shoulder. • If you use a snowblower, remember to protect your eyes and ears with safety glasses and earplugs, especially with gas-powered models. • Never put your hand inside the machine. If it jams, turn it off and remove the jam with a solid object. • Do not leave the device unattended when it is turned on. • Never add fuel when the engine is running. • Stay away from the engine. It can be hot enough to burn. • Be aware of the power cord, if using an electric model, so you don't trip over it. • Never remove any safety devices. • Keep children 15 and younger indoors when snowblowers are in use. ~Courtesy of NAPS Safety Sense • Snow Removal

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