Winding River Homeowners Association

06/17/2026

In commemoration of the upcoming 4th of July holiday, Spartan Lawn Care has placed American flags by our mailboxes throughout the community.

Thank you to Chris and the team at Spartan Lawn Care for this thoughtful gesture and for your continued dedication to maintaining our common areas and keeping our neighborhood looking its best.

06/02/2026

To all the upcoming graduates of 2026, the Winding River Estates Homeowners Association proudly congratulates you on the completion of your high school journey. Stepping into adulthood can feel both exciting and intimidating. Humanity’s favorite tradition: spending 18 years telling teenagers to “prepare for the real world,” then acting shocked when they look nervous about entering it.

Armed with the knowledge you’ve gained, the lessons you’ve learned, and the foundation provided by your parents, families, teachers, and supporters, you are prepared to take on life’s next chapter. Whether your path leads to college, military service, trade school, entrepreneurship, or directly into the workforce, know that your community stands behind you and is cheering for your success.

Your village supports you, believes in you, and wishes you nothing but the very best as you begin this new journey. Congratulations, Class of 2026.

05/30/2026

Hurricane Season is here, and while Eastern NC is no stranger to severe weather, preparation is always better than panic.

Now is a good time to:
✔ Review your emergency plans
✔ Check supplies and generators
✔ Secure outdoor items
✔ Update emergency contacts
✔ Stay informed through trusted sources

As a community, we will continue sharing awareness information and local guidance throughout the season to help keep residents informed and prepared.

Preparedness is not fear. It is responsibility.

Stay safe, Winding River Estates.

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05/14/2026

Neighbor is looking for a Reliable Dog Sitter This Summer 🐾

We’re looking for a dependable dog sitter for several dates throughout the summer months. Since school will be out soon, this could also be a great opportunity for a responsible teen looking to earn some summer money.

The minimum stay would be 4 consecutive days at a time, with multiple dates needed over the next few months.

We’re looking for someone who:
• Is reliable and trustworthy
• Is comfortable around dogs
• Can provide attentive care while we’re away

If you or your teen may be interested, please send me a message so we can discuss availability, details, and pay.

Thanks so much! 🐶
For more information contact: Katherine Alwine
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04/17/2026

Happy Friday, Neighbors.

One of the simplest ways we can all help each other is by keeping up with basic yard maintenance. We are not asking anyone to make their lawn look like the greens at Augusta, but mowing the grass and handling general upkeep goes a long way in keeping our neighborhood looking cared for.

We understand that sometimes circumstances make it difficult to do the work yourself or to hire someone to help. With the weather warming up and the days getting longer, we encourage everyone to take a little time to mow their yards, clean up winter trimmings from bushes and trees, and wrap up any outdoor projects that may still have materials stored in view.

If you are dealing with a situation that has made yard upkeep difficult, please do not hesitate to reach out. Chances are, there is a helping hand across the street, down the road, or right next door.

Winding River Estates is in this together. We may not all know each other by name, but we all share one thing in common: this neighborhood.

Let’s all do our part.

04/04/2026

Your Dues Dollars at Work 🐾

Last summer (and let’s be honest… into the fall too), we received several concerns about pet waste being left along yard edges and near mailboxes. Not exactly the neighborhood “decor” anyone asked for.

We heard you loud and clear.

To help address this, we’ve installed four pet waste stations stocked with bags throughout the community.

Now, we all know pet cleanup is ultimately the owner’s responsibility. But hey, sometimes Fido gets ambitious and makes more than one stop on the tour. It happens.

So when it does, we’ve got you covered.

Let’s all do our part to keep Winding River Estates clean, welcoming, and enjoyable for everyone. A quick stop at a waste station goes a long way in helping us take pride in our neighborhood.

Clean yards = happy neighbors. Simple math.

03/25/2026

Good Morning, this is a friendly reminder to those that have not paid their annual assessments that they are due next week March 31, 2026. On April 1, 2026 a late fee of $20.00 will be added. We offer flexible payment options, from traditional cash, check and money order to registering for your own PAYHOA account that is specifically tailored for Winding River Estates. To gain access, please email [email protected] or call/text the office at 910-601-5763. To protect security of our system, I will not place the QR Code/link on this post.

03/11/2026

🌷 Spring Projects Starting? We’ve Got a Resource for You! 🌷

Need a landscaper, pressure washing company, handyman, or other local service, but don’t want to spend time searching online?

The HOA has put together a Quick Reference Guide with commonly requested local services and useful numbers for homeowners.

📌 Inside the guide you’ll find:
• Landscaping services
• Pressure washing companies
• Helpful local contacts
• Other commonly requested service providers

📄 Click the link below to download the guide.

You can also find it anytime in your PAYHOA account under the Documents tab labeled “Quick Reference Sites/Numbers.”

💬 Know a great local service provider? Feel free to share them in the comments so neighbors can benefit too!

(Please note: Vendors listed are provided as a convenience only. Homeowners are always free to choose any service provider they prefer.)

03/11/2026

Winding River Estates Committee Volunteers Needed

The Board of Directors recently established several subcommittees to assist with the management and improvement of our community. These committees rely on the support and involvement of homeowners within Winding River Estates.

Committee service is advisory only and operates under the direction of the Board of Directors in accordance with the Association’s governing documents and North Carolina law.

If you are interested in volunteering, please use the attached link to select the committee you would like to serve on. A Committee Chairman will contact you to confirm your submission and welcome you to the team.
We appreciate the continued support of our homeowners in helping keep Winding River Estates safe, beautiful, and enjoyable for everyone.

https://forms.gle/9pUitmFcikPXJBSBA

Corey D. Thomas
Chairman, Winding River Estates HOA
📞 910-601-5763

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03/10/2026

Good Morning, The board met last evening for the 1st Quarter. We discussed the installation of the dog waste stations, the creation of subcommittees for homeowners to volunteer for, finances, community enhancements and some other things. Those minutes once approved will be on the documents tab of your PAYHOA dashboards. A link to volunteer for a committee will be emailed, texted and posted here in the next few days.

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