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Flood cleanup underway in Cramerton

By Alan Hodge alan@cfmedia.info

The major flooding event a couple of weeks ago on the South Fork River left a mess in its wake and crews from local municipalities are still coping with the cleanup.

Cramerton was hit especially hard by the flooding caused by the five inches of rain that fell on February 6- the most rain in one day in February in our area in 142 years. South Fork flood levels approached 16 feet- possibly the fifth highest South Fork flood ever recorded.

All that muddy water rushing along brought with it countless tons of sediment. Areas along the banks of the South Fork that were once lawns and forest floor currently have so much sand on them they resemble a seaside beach.

Goat Island Park in Cramerton got more than its share of silt.

Basically, the entire park is blanketed with the stuff. Several roads in Cramerton got silted as well including Riverside Dr., Cramer Mtn. Rd., Mayflower Ave., and 8th Ave. See CLEANUP, Page 7

This boat came to rest behind the Cramerton fire department during the recent flood.

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Elsie Grier was pioneering African-American woman

Local WWII veteran pens book about his air combat experiences

Fourth in a series recognizing important local African-American pioneers in our area.

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One of the most exciting, and hazardous, duties a military person could do during WWII was to fly combat missions in a B-17 Flying Fortress bomber. Not only did local veteran and author Charles Richardson, 96, do such a thing, he lived to tell about it in his new book “35 Missions to Hell and Back: A Mighty 8th Air Force 390th Bomb Group (H) History�.

The book did not get written overnight as Richardson explains. “For fifty years my family wanted me to talk about what I did in the war, but I resisted,� Richardson said. “They said, dad, we want it in your own words, how you grew up and what you experienced.�

Finally, Richardson relented and started writing. “My wife had some medical issues and every night after I put her to bed I would sit up and write,� he said. “It took me 35 years to complete the book.�

Richardson begins his story explaining how he grew up in Mecklenburg County and how he came to join the U.S. Army Air Corps in early 1943. He goes on to describe his training experiences in places as far flung as South Carolina, Texas, and Nebraska before finally being based at Framlingham, England where his outfit- the 390th Bomb Group- would fly its missions from.

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WWII veteran Charles Richardson, 96, has penned a book recalling his harrowing times as a B17 Flying Fortress radio operator. Richardson says it took 35 years to complete the 400+ page work.

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The late Miss Elsie Grier was one of Belmont’s most pioneering, persevering, and personable African-American women.

Grier (1917-2010), was born in Gaston County and graduated from Reid High, the school where local African-American students went.

She also attended Barber Scotia College and Johnson C. Smith University where she graduated Cum Laude.

She pursued graduate studies at Columbia University, New York, and studied Media/Library Science at Appalachian State University. Grier’s 30year career included time as a teacher, librarian, and

Miss Elsie Grier

basketball coach. Known as “Miss Elsie�, Grier was also a dedicated public servant.

She served on the Belmont City Council from 1985 to 1997. She was also mayor Pro Tem for four years and is remembered as a visionary who cared for all citizens.

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TODAY’S QUOTE:

OPINION

“May your choices reflect your hopes, not your fears.”

- Nelson Mandela

My Opinion: No rain, no rain, no rain

Character first, then chemistry

We as some of you know and the rest of you are about to find out, back in summer 1969 at the Woodstock Rock Festival it came a terrible thunderstorm and the crowd of 100,000+ youngsters (now all on social security or dead) saw the clouds gathering and not wishing to get soaked or have the show stop or have folks like Jimi Hendrix or the Who or Jefferson Airplane or Canned Heat get electrocuted playing amped up guitars in a downpour started chanting “No rain, no rain, no rain”.

Unfortunately, as Valentino Rossi is prone to say with an Italian accent, it poured down anyway and turned the entire festival site into a quagmire of mud and drenched hippies and hippie wannabes alike. If you don’t believe me, google Woodstock rain and see for yourself since everything on the internet is true … right? Most of the time. Some of the time.

OK so it’s not 1969 it’s 2020 last time I checked but I bet a dollar that plenty of folks around here are in the mood to chant “No rain, no rain, no rain”- especially those of you in Cramerton, Mt. Holly, and McAdenville.

The buckets, nay, the shiploads of rain that has been falling on our heads for the past several weeks has reached biblical proportions. After the “big” rain on February 6, I took my camera and rode around looking for photos but was unprepared for the sight that the lenses in mine eyes and the digital lens in the Canon saw. It was Mother Nature at her most capricious. It was rather scary to tell you the truth the amount of water that was rushing angrily and powerfully along the South Fork of the Catawba. It was like back in the

When I was in high school, my father wanted me to be an engineer. He was accepted to the Stevens Institute of Technology, a premier engineering school. In spite of a full ride scholarship, he chose not to attend. I think he was vicariously living his engineering career through me. The only time he attended parent’s night was in my junior year. He met with my physics teacher who explained that by the end of the school year, we would be able to design a washing machine. I don’t know why he said a washing machine. We never did design one. The class did not come naturally to me.

Off to college I went, and it was not Stevens. In my junior year, I declared my major. Since my college did not have a social work major, I majored in Sociology thinking it would roll over into a career in social work (you can tell no one was advising me).

Although I accidentally chose Sociology as my major, perhaps it chose me. Early in my career, I enjoyed studying psychology. But, as I have gotten older, I enjoy studying how groups work together.

days of the “fay-row” when ol’ Egypt got flooded every year in what those folks called the inunda- Alan Hodge tion …no inundation Banner-News Editor meant no crops, no crops meant famine. Famine meant fayrow was in hot water. These days we don’t want or need an inundation of any type at any time.

Amen?

A few days after the flood, I went back to Cramerton and saw enough sandy silt in the roads and on the riverbanks to make the place look like NC12 on the Outer Banks after a hurricane. Trash such as plastic bags was hung up in trees ten feet high. Tree branches and all sorts of debris was piled up. It was a royal mess.

Charles Dudley Warner, a pal of Mark Twain, said “Everybody complains about the weather but nobody does anything about it.”

Charles and Mark may have been right about the weather, but that has not kept municipal workers in our local towns that were flooded from jumping in as soon as the drops stopped and going bull dog strong at the cleanup effort. It will take a while to clear formerly flooded streets and get riverside parks back to normal, but if you see folks in white trucks with the logos of Cramerton, Belmont, Mt. Holly, and McAdenville on their sides out doing storm cleanup work, give them a “thumbs up”- they deserve it in spades and yes, Virginia, spring and sunshine is on its way- sooner or later.

Without civility, our system doesn’t work

By Lee H. Hamilton As a young teenage schoolboy, George Washington copied out 110 “Rules of Civility & Decent Behavior.” Many of these had to do with simple manners.

“Cleanse not your teeth with the tablecloth, napkin, fork or knife,” reads Rule 100.

Good advice at any time.

But the first rule the future president wrote down and followed for the rest of his life was especially notable: “Every action done in company, ought to be with some sign of respect to those that are present.” There are times when I find myself wishing that all of us would adopt the civil behavior of that particular teenager.

Our politics today too often is strident and polarized. We live in a polity that seems to reward in-yourface rhetoric and confrontational behavior. Yet civility — respecting the rights and dignity of others — uplifts our common life. It makes engaging in politics more pleasant, more appealing, and ultimately, more fruitful.

There’s no question that incivility has consequences.

It makes the work of democracy more difficult: building consensus, reconciling

competing views, enticing ordinary Americans to give up some of their private lives to devote themselves to the public good. It makes key institutions like Congress less effective.

Stressing respect for one’s opponents does not mean we need to agree with one another. Far from it.

Treating one another civilly is how people who don’t agree still manage to weigh issues carefully and find common ground.

This is not always easy.

Civility takes discipline and patience. Especially when faced with incivility, the temptation is to lash right back. But aside from some kind of momentary satisfaction, it’s hard to see how this is an effective tactic if our purpose is to get things done.

Because in a democracy like ours, the key challenge is to foster a debate that respects all voices, even those of dissent and protest, and create an environment that enables the agreements we need to advance the common good.

The reassuring thing is that bringing this country closer to the political behavior that George Washington had in mind is not a matter of enacting laws or passing new regulations. It’s simply

a matter of encouraging respectful behavior, one person at a time. If we can do that and reverse the course we’ve embarked on in recent years, then we can still show that a government of, for, and by the people works.

Lee Hamilton is a Senior Advisor for the Indiana University Center on Rep-

resentative Government; a Distinguished Scholar at the IU Hamilton Lugar School of Global and International Studies; and a Professor of Practice at the IU O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs. He was a member of the U.S. House of Representatives for 34 years.

Psychology looks at the individual. Sociology looks at the relationship between two or more individuals.

When it comes to relationships, I’ve learned that “Hurt People Hurt People.” Someone who is broken will hurt someone who is also broken.

I’ve added a few works to it to say, “Hurt People are attracted to Hurt People.” Let me explain.

I was at our women’s division, Dove’s Nest discussing relationships and not being in an abusive one. A woman explained her boyfriend blackened her eyes and broke her nose. He held her while she cried. She stayed in the relationship because he held her. Puzzled, I looked at her and said, “He blackened your eyes, and broke your nose and you stayed in the relationship because he held you while you cried. She looked at me with an “of course” look. I repeated the story one more time and got the same response from her. In the brokenness of her heart, she felt that she was only worthy of abusive relationships. As she progressed through Dove’s Nest, I saw the change in her.

Last weekend we celebrated the ultimate relationship holiday, Valentine’s Day, the day we said to that special someone in our life if I had to, I would still choose you again. Here’s the catch: The early stages of a relationship are driven by hor-

mones.

T h e y take over Tony Marciano and make us do and say things we normally wouldn’t do except that we have found the love of our life. I remember my first girlfriend loved John Denver (now I am dating myself). Guess who owned two John Denver records? Guess who threw them out after she broke up with me?

I believe you must have chemistry in a relationship.

There has to be that physical attraction for the other person. But in my opinion, it is not number one. It is number two. The first thing you have to look for is character – that is the moral qualities of an individual.

Character involves being honest, having a pure heart, hardworking, trustworthy, putting the needs of others before their own needs (selfless) and family oriented (if that’s what you are seeking).

I’ve seen too many people put chemistry first and character as a far distant trait.

Then they wonder why this person is cheating on them or deceiving them about household finances. That happens because the character wasn’t there in the first place.

Hope you had a crazy, fun Valentine’s Day. Remember, character first; chemistry second.

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Raffle ticket sale to purchase a second K-9 for the Belmont Police Department The Belmont Citizens Police Academy Alumni Association, Inc. (BCPAAA) is hosting a Raffle to raise funds for the Belmont Police Department for the purchase of a 2nd K-9 (dog) for the department and Belmont Community.

The Belmont Police Department currently runs four shifts of officers, but only has one K-9 to leverage among them. That means that approximately three out four shifts are without the benefit of a K-9 should the need arise.

The K-9’s performs a variety of duties including, but not limited to, tracking suspects to locating lost children; drug searching; and suspect com-

pliance and capture.

A highly trained K-9 can cost between $12,000 and $15,000 each. The normal operating budget was not planned for such an expense in 2020. As in the past the BCPAAA is hosting this raffle to provide funds to purchase the K-9. Some of the past purchases by the BCPAAA include Patrol Bicycles; Window Tint Meters; Training equipment and clothing; electronic equipment; training room TVs; etc.

The BCPAAA also funds activities for the officers and families throughout the year to show appreciation for all they do for the Belmont community.

Black History Month program The Mount Holly Historical Society celebrates Black History with a program by Dr. Herman Thomas. For the first time, Dr. Thomas, retired professor at UNC-Charlotte and minister at First Baptist Church West in Charlotte, will discuss another role that has been a great part of life: Civil rights activist.

Dr. Thomas grew up in Bryson City, N.C. where he rode a bus 22 miles to and 22 miles from school every day because there was no black school in his town. He tried to integrate the white school in town when he was 13 but Bryson City was not ready.

Later when he was in college, he was part of the Greensboro sit-in on Day 1, February 1, 1960. This civil rights sit-in movement soon spread to college towns throughout the South. The event will take

Dr. Herman Thomas place at 7 pm, Tuesday, February 25, Mount Holly First Presbyterian Church, 133 S. Main St in Mount Holly. Special Music by Sammy Ross and the Lowesville Community Choir. Interpretive Dance by Louise La Borde.

If you would like to support this cause, the raffle tickets are $10 each and the three winners drawn on March 5th will receive a $500, $250, or $100 cash prize. Tickets

are available at the Belmont Police Department, MondayFriday, 8am to 6pm. You can also contact the BCPAAA via email to make purchase arrangements at Belmont5K@

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Founded in 2002, the Belmont Citizens Police Academy Alumni Association, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) non-profit

organization composed of volunteer citizens organized to support the Belmont Police Department and the citizens of Belmont, NC.

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Early voting is ongoing Early Voting for the 2020 primary election is underway.

Locations and times are listed below Locations: Mount Holly Municipal Complex Gaston County Board of Elections Office Gaston County Citizens Resource Center Gaston County Library - Main Branch Dates/Times: Thursday, February 20 (8:00 AM - 7:30 PM) Friday, February 21 (8:00 AM - 7:30 PM) Saturday, February 22 (8:00 AM - 3:00 PM) Sunday, February 23 (1:00 PM - 5:00 PM) Monday, February 24 (8:00 AM - 7:30 PM) Tuesday, February 25 (8:00 AM - 7:30 PM) Wednesday, February 26 (8:00 AM - 7:30 PM) Thursday, February 27 (8:00 AM - 7:30 PM) Friday, February 28 (8:00 AM - 7:30 PM) Saturday, February 29 (8:00 AM - 3:00 PM)

Mt. Holly blood drive is March 4th The City of Mt. Holly will be hosting an American Red Cross Blood Drive.

This event will be held in the Mount Holly Municipal Complex Training Room on March 4 from 10:00 - 2:30 PM. Schedule an appointment

by visiting www.redcross.org and entering: MountHolly or contacting Susan Allen at (704) 827-3931 or susan. allen@mtholly.us. Bring your photo ID or Red Cross Blood Donor Card. Eat ironrich food and drink plenty of water before you arrive!

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Grier advocated for Dr. Martin Luther King’s birthday to be a paid holiday for full-time City of Belmont employees and it was approved on August 2, 1992.

Grier was also active in the Main St. Revitalization Program that saw downtown Belmont transformed into its current charming persona.

Grier was a founding member of the Gaston County Organization for Community Concerns, Inc., and Key to Miracles Senior Citizens Group of Gaston County.

She was an active member of Mt. Pleasant Missionary Baptist Church for over 70 years where she served as Young Adult Sunday School teacher and director of Christian Education. In 1954, she organized and was a charter member of Gaston County Baptist Association along with her mother Jane Davis-Grier and sister Marie Briggs.

Grier was the recipient of many awards including the North Carolina Human Relations Commission Citizen’s Award, the Family Advocate of the Year Award, the Gaston County Baptist Association Award, the Humanitarian Award, and the Gaston County Concerned Citizen’s Award. She was also one of the first inductees and recipients of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Award.

In 2015, Grier was recognized during Belmont’s annual Juneteenth event by

having the Stowe Park Pavilion officially dedicated in her honor.

Lists of accolades and accomplishments are one thing, but Grier’s impact on folks she knew personally really reveal her personality. At the time of the pavilion dedication, Rebecca Brown of Belmont recalled Grier and her influence.

“I knew her all my life,” Brown had said. “My momma let her name me. Elsie was a mentor and starting guiding me when I was young. She was smart, respectful, and always doing for others.”

Current Belmont city council member Martha Stowe said Grier was a powerful influence on her.

“She and I rode together to many community and civic events in the 90’s,” Stowe recalled. “Since she, Kevin (Loftin), and Sam (Stowe) chair of the zoning board, were the major catalysts to get the Main St. revitalization going we talked many times about the importance of that for the future of the town. She was my mentor with regard to considering running for city council. In addition to the pros and cons my favorite memory is the time I asked if I could put a sign in her yard.

She said it depends. I asked what does it depend on? She said if you win good if not you have to pay me. She was talented, vibrant, and had a sharp wit”

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World-renown flautist to discuss jazz, civil rights movement World-renown flautist and lecturer, Galen Abdur-Razzaq, will present a special program for Black History Month titled “Jazz and the Civil Rights Movement” at the main branch of the Gaston County Public Library on Saturday, February 22 at 2:00 p.m.

This event is free and recommended for teens and adults. Galen Abdur-Razzaq “Jazz and the Civil Rights Movement” as the Freedom Rides and consists of lecture and per- the March on Washington formance and focuses on in 1963. He will perform Jazz history. Abdur-Razzaq samples of the artist’s work explains how activists used during the presentation.

The program is supported various Jazz artists and their by the North Carolina Arts music to influence the Civil Rights Movement and even Council, a division of the finance major events such Department of Natural and

Cultural Resources. The series also receives support from the National Endowment for the Arts, the Gaston Arts Council, Friends of the Gaston County Public Library, and the Ralph S. Robinson Family Foundation.

About Galen Abdur-Razzaq Galen Abdur-Razzaq was born in New Jersey and was given his first flute at ten years old. He has been playing ever since. AbdurRazzaq studied at the Berklee College of Music in Boston and received a master’s degree in Fine Arts

and Education from Rutgers University. He has performed both domestically

and internationally for more than 30 years. In addition to his musical background, he

is an accomplished speaker on the topic of Jazz and its historical significance.

Gas prices on the decline across the Carolinas Gas prices have dropped by double digits throughout the Carolinas over the past month.

North Carolina is down by 22 cents - with the average price for a gallon of regular gas at $2.25 on Monday. The price in South Carolina is $2.11 - 25 cents lower than a month ago.

“Lower crude oil costs, less demand and a high level of gasoline stocks are the main reasons for cheaper pump prices across the Carolinas,” said Tiffany Wright, AAA

spokesperson. “We expect prices to decrease again this week especially if concerns about the coronavirus continue to weigh on the crude oil market.”

Crude prices have dropped for the third consecutive week as market concerns continue to increase due to the growing impact of the coronavirus on global travel. If international travel decreases, global crude demand would likely follow suit and result in lower crude consumption worldwide.

Declining crude prices

were contained slightly toward the end of last week after reports emerged that the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) is considering deeper production cuts to offset demand concerns due to the coronavirus. OPEC and its partners are scheduled to meet in Vienna, Austria on March 5 and 6 to review their existing 1.7 million b/d production reduction agreement, but the cartel said that it may consider having the meeting sooner as the global public health crisis grows.

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When God created the Garden of Eden and our forefather, Adam, much of creation was male and female and capable of reproducing within their kind, but Adam was different, he didn’t have a partner. Adam’s initial responsibility and uniqueness was to name creation and learn the infinite and complicated value God imparted to everything; still he was alone.

There quickly came a point in God’s unfolding plan where He created an equally unique (Eve) compliment for Adam. My curiosity asks, “how did that actually happen?” When God created Adam did he already have male body parts and was he just waiting for Eve to show up or was he neither male nor female? A Hebrew scholar friend told me that the Hebrew language doesn’t have a neuter form. Everything is male or female. Many of God’s names, for instance, are female but we often consider God male while He, in fact, is YHWH; I AM THAT I AM, neither male nor female! So Adam is, at his beginning, referred to as a male in Hebrew, while he actually may have been sexless.

My Friend Chaim says, consider this! In Genesis 2:22 NKJV “And the rib, which the Lord God had taken from man, He made into a woman, and He brought her to the man.” And Adam said: “this is now bone of my bones, and flesh of my flesh. She shall be called Woman, because she was taken out of man.” ‘In Hebrew the word for “rib” is Tesla. Only 2 of 41 times in scripture is this word translated “rib.”

20 times it is translated as “side” and another 12 times as “side chamber.’ So is it possible that God actually took a sexless Adam, put him to sleep and actually split him in half making one half male and the other female? I’d like to think so.

January 2020 Bev and I celebrated our 40th wedding anniversary. She is much more to me than a rib. She is as much my life as

I am myself. Bev and I work shoulder to shoulder to raise our children, grandchildren and plot our path in life. I know I’m in good hands with the Lord.

He surrounds me with His Dennis Siracusa love, grace and mercy; protection, provision and direction. But coming home each night puts me in good spirits because I get to be with Bev. To me, Bev is and always has been indispensable. In Genesis 1:31 “And God saw all that He had made, and behold, it was very good….”

The Hebrew words used here for very good actually mean good as gold, pure, full good and in harmony with God. To me that describes Bev and many Godly women. Women who steadfastly seek the Lord daily, pray often, and work tremendously and sacrificially hard.

Francis Frangipane wrote in his essay, A Special Word to the Women of God: “Revelation 12:1 speaks of a ‘woman clothed with the sun” and reveals how the Most High sees spiritual women: honored and crowned with distinction, pure and clothed with the glory of God. Women have a destiny to birth children who will rule the nations. They are much more than a rib and are meant to reflect God’s glory. Instead, many challenge God’s value of all human life through abortion. What are we thinking?

Today a battle rages for the minds and hearts of men and women. Evil abounds and God’s judgement over sin and sinners seems imminent. We must do our best to reflect the Glory of God while time still permits. Frangipane says, “Women of God you are vitally important to God’s unfolding plan. God is giving you a new grace and confidence against the powers of darkness raging in our world. Take your place and be honored with distinction.”

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WWII Army Air Corps veteran Charles Richardson, 94, is seen in the nose of the B17 “Madras Maiden� on a flight over Concord and Kannapolis. Richardson’s daughter, Carol Dudley, lives in Belmont.

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VETERAN From Page 1 And what missions they were. Reading Richardson’s recollections of the 35 missions he took part in over Europe as a radio operator on a B-17 named “Good Ol’ Yank� makes you feel as if you are actually part of the crew being shot at by German anti-aircraft guns and fighter planes. An especially hairy experience that Richardson relates was the time when a bomb got “hung up� in the plane and he had to walk a narrow aluminum plank across the bomb bay and try to kick it loose- with nothing but about 20,000 feet of air between himself and the ground. “I faced death many times,� Richardson said. “I can still remember seeing a dozen German fighter planes

Richardson and his wife Eleta. coming at us with their guns blazing.�

When he wasn’t fighting, Richardson and his crewmen had some fun too. Times he writes about fondly includes getting to know the English people “they were very kind to us�, as well as a jaunt to the Italian Riviera. Less glamorous, was the flight he and his guys made to Russia where food consisted of bread the

texture and color of cordwood with sour goat milk to wash it down with. “That was awful,� he says.

Eventually, Richardson’s combat flying tour was over and he boarded a ship to come home. The book traces his experience of going from traveling for the most part in a B-17 to being crammed on a ship with thousands of other men.

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Richardson explaining some of his WWII adventures. The Madras Maiden belongs to the Liberty Foundation. “When we got on the ship they made us take anything we had like German pistols or flags and throw them overboard,� Richardson said. “It looked like a waterfall of things.�

In his bag, Richardson had the seeds of his book. “As radio operator I had to write a report after every mission,� he said. “I made copies for myself and hid them in a jacket I had in the bag. When they inspected my bag they ran a pointed rod through it, but it didn’t hit metal and they said I was OK. I got away with it.�

This book will appeal to a wide range of readers. Obviously, those with an interest in WWII, especially the aviation aspect, will want to read it for its incredibly detailed descriptions of air combat action.

But 35 Missions to Hell and Back is more than a memoir of fighting and flying, it’s also about Richardson’s love of his

wife Elita and the challenges they faced- and overcameduring wartime. It’s about a member of the Greatest Generation and how he stepped up and did his duty. It’s about a guy from North Carolina having the most memorable time of his young life. “I want people to learn we fought for something we believed in,� he said. “We were scared, but glad we did what we did.�

When Richardson’s daughter, Carol Dudley of Belmont, talks about her fa-

ther, the pride in her voice is obvious. “He told me his faith and love of country kept him going,� Dudley says. “He helped me understand what a wonderful country we have.�

35 Missions to Hell and Back is currently available for sale on the Amazon, Walmart, and Barnes and Noble websites. It will be in bookstores in April.

Meanwhile, Richardson is working on a a couple more books, one about P-51 Mustangs over Japan. Stay tuned.

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Mud covers the walkway at Riverside Park.

CLEANUP From Page 1 No sooner had the rain stopped and the water began to slowly recede, municipal workers in the areas hit by the flood went to work cleaning up the mess.

In Cramerton, the Monday following the flood (February 10), saw two City of Gastonia trucks, one a

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Goat Island Park and the nearby greenway are closed for the time being.

street sweeper and the other a water tanker, cleaning silt and mud from Riverside Dr. and other streets.

Cramerton sent some of its workers to McAdenville to help out there.

Cramerton town manager David Pugh described the team effort.

“There has been a lot of mutual help between the county and the towns that were flooded,” Pugh said. “Public works has done a great job opening the roads back

up. Most were cleared in 24 hours.”

Cramerton’s biggest challenge in the wake of the flood is proving to be the Goat Island Park and Greenway situation. Cramerton Parks and Rec. director Eric Smallwood talked about what’s going on regarding cleanup.

“The problem with the parks is we have to wait for the ground to dry out,” Smallwood said. “It’s still so soupy that mud on the gre-

enway runs back on as soon as its removed. If we can start working it will take at least two weeks to clean up.”

Mud and silt are not the only flood cleanup challenges in Cramerton and McAdenville. Large tree limbs and trash that the water carried downstream are widespread.

Perhaps the most remarkable flood object is a large boat upside down on the shore behind the Cramertom

fire department. Pugh says it belongs to a contractor that was doing work for the city.

“They could not get here in time to get it before the flood,” he said.

Overall, the flood cleanup is a work in progress and still weather dependent. Last week, it rained again, with a heavy downpour on Thursday.

“It’s a developing situation,” Pugh said.

These photos show the incredible amount of sandy silt that the February 6-7 flood deposited on Goat Island Park in Cramerton. The park grounds look like a seaside beach.

Photos by Eric Smallwood

Flood debris at Riverside Park. This whole area was underwater.

Photos by Alan Hodge

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Banner News Fellowship & Faith

Church Directory First Baptist Church h Cramerton 8th Ave. • Cramerton, NC

Macedonia Baptist Church 1951 Stanley Lucia Rd. 704-827-9224

Morningside Missionary Church 711 Morningside Dr. 704-822-9142

Mt. Holly Church of God 208 Rankin Ave. 704-827-8596

Mt. Sinai Baptist Church 339 S. Hawthorne St. 704-827-4320

McAdenville Baptist Church 192 Main St. 704-824-2740

McAdenville Wesleyan Church 300 E. Wesleyan Dr. 704-824-1073

New Covenant United Methodist 14514 Lucian Riverbend Hwy. 704-827-4468

New Providence Baptist Church 1104 Old NC 27 Hwy. 704-827-0822

New Saint Paul Holiness Church 1529 Old Hwy. 27 Rd. 704-827-5851

Grace Wesleyan Church

MT. HOLLY

Alexander Memorial Baptist Church

6014 S. New Hope Rd 704-825-7959

Bethel Baptist Church

208 South Main Street 704-825-3216

Brotherhood/Sisterhood WNCC UMC 120 Park Street 704-825-1333

Catawba Heights Baptist Church 311 Belmont Road 704-827-8474

Christ Church Presbyterian Church 901 Catawba Street 704-461-8614

CrossFix Ministries 6131 Wilkinson Blvd.

704-879-4499

Henry’s Chapel Ame Zion Church

NC Highway 273 704-827-9846

151 Henry Chapel Rd 704-825-0711

Burge Memorial Methodist Church

Holy Comforter Lutheran Church 216 N. Main St. 704-825-2483

Hood Memorial Ame Zion Church 455 Sacco St. 704-825-6007

Loves Chapel Presbyterian Church 204 Lincoln St. 704-825-8342

312 W. Glendale Ave. 704-827-2726

Catawba Heights Church of God 122 Tomberlin Rd. 704-827-4225

CBC-Memorial Apostolic 230 W. Charlotte Ave. 704-827-0968

Chapel Baptist Church

Crossroads Wesleyan Church

Lutheran Church of the Holy Comforter

101 Beaty Rd. 704-827-8381

216 N. Main St. 704-825-2483

Centerview Baptist Church

Message of Love Church

2560 Stanley Lucia Rd. 704-827-5881

2300 Acme Road 704-827-2061

306 Pearl Beaty Dr. 704-827-6500

Core Church

East Belmont Baptist Church

Mount Moriah Baptist Church

707 Westland Farm Rd. 704-822-8033

501 Catawba Street 704-825-5780

110 Lincoln St. 704-825-2046

Cornerstone Family Worship

East Belmont Church Of God

Mount Pleasant Missionary Baptist

320 E. Catawba Street 704- 825-8845

212 South Street 704-825-7269

East Belmont Free Will Baptist

New Hope Presbyterian Church

909 Edgemont Ave 704-825-5346

4357 S. New Hope Rd. 704-824-1697

Ebenezer United Methodist Church

New Life Baptist Church

120 Belmont-Mt. Holly Road 704-827-3366

201 Oak Trail 704-822-6195

Exodus Church

New Mills Chapel Fire Baptized

6325 Wilkinson Blvd.

704-755-5034

1792, 108 N. Main St. 704-980-285-8334

104 Morning Glory Ave. 704-825-5457

First Baptist Church-Mt. Holly

First Baptist Church

North Belmont Church of God

23 N. Central Avenue 704-825-3758

2316 Acme Rd. 704-827-4092

First Foursquare Gospel Church

O’Conner Grove Church Ame Zion

8 Elizabeth Street 704-825-5811

613 N. Main Street 704-825-5576

First Presbyterian Church

Park Street United Methodist

102 S. Central Ave 704-825-3357

120 Park Street 704-825-8480

First Presbyterian-Belmont

Power of the Spirit Church

112 S. Central Ave 704-829-0668

118 School Street 704-827-7071

First United Methodist Church of Belmont

Queen Of The Apostles Catholic Church

807 South Point Road 704-825-2106

503 N. Main Street 704-825-9600

324 N. Lee St. 704-827-5526

Community Christian Fellowship

709 Rankin Ave. 704-671-8640

Covenant United Methodist 110 Underwood Dr. 704-820-0603

Family Worship Center 1013 W. Charlotte Ave. 704-827-7656

First Free Will Baptist Church 841 Noles Dr. 704-827-7461

First Presbyterian Church 133 S. Main St. 704-827-0521

First United Methodist Church 140 N. Main St. 704-827-4855

Goshen Free Will Baptist Church 1300 W. Catawba Ave. 704-827-3076

Grace Baptist Church 300 Westland Farm Rd. 704-827-8600

Fresh Anointing Church of God

Sanctuary of Praise Ministries

71 McAdenville Road 704-825-7283

124 Georgia Belle Ave. 704-579-7823

Friendship Baptist Church

South Point Baptist Church

5008 S. New Hope Rd 704-825-3276

Jehovah’s Witnesses

124 Horsley Ave. 704-825-9516

Gaston Christian Church

1736 Kelly Rd. 704-263-0199

South Point Freewill Baptist

5339 S. New Hope Rd 704-825-8252

Lighthouse Full Gospel Church

297 Gaither Rd. 704-825-8045

Goshen Presbyterian Church

530 N. Hawthorne St. 704-827-1442

South Point United Methodist

Roper Street 704-601-5146

Living Witness Ministries

510 South Point Church Rd. 704-825-4019

Grace Korean Ch Assembly-God

541 Costner St. 704-827-0004

Springwood Freewill Baptist

124 Georgia Belle Ave 704-965-1004

826 Stanley-Spencer Mtn. Rd. 704-827-7801

Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd

St. Marks United Methodist Church

Employees of

Hickory Grove Baptist Church 3717 Hickory Grove Rd. 704-827-3939

110 S. Main St. 704-827-4751

701 Secrest Ave. 704-825-8175

Cramer Memorial United Methodist Church

105 Pine Rd. 704-827-3856

River of Life Full Gospel Church 1120 Charlotte Ave. 704-530-5174

Second Baptist Church 740 Rankin Ave. 704-827-5181

Shiloh AME Zion Methodist 1117 Old NC Hwy 27 704-827-8826

St. Anthony of Padua Traditional Catholic Church

1405 Armstrong Ford Rd. 704-825-0604

First Baptist Church 235 8th Ave. 704-824-1991

Life Church 501 Cramer Mountain Rd. 704-824-4286

Riverside Baptist Church 171 S. Main St. 704-824-7785

West Cramerton United Methodist Church 207 Lowell Ave. 704-824-4213

The Barn at Sandcastle Farm 155 Sandcastle Rd.

1529 Old Hwy 27 Rd. 704-827-5851

Gateway Cowboy Church

Tuckaseege Baptist Church 511 Tuckaseege Rd. 704-827-4301

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Way of the Cross Baptist Church

7280 Sifford Rd. 704-827-6277

238 Lanier Ave. 704-827-8111

Wesley Chapel Holiness Church 324 N. Lee St. 704-827-1993

Westview Presbyterian Church

Amazing Grace Baptist Church Christ’s Evangelical Lutheran 203 S. Main St. 704-263-2621

Community Pentecostal Center

1020 W. Catawba Ave. 704-827-2026

320 Ralph Handsel Blvd.

704-263-8731

LOWELL

217 N. Main St. 704-263-2691

Bethlehem Church

First Presbyterian Church

3100 Bethlehem Church St. 704-823-5050

512 Old Mount Holly Rd. 704-263-4275

Carolina Community Baptist

Gold Hill Missionary Baptist Church

604 Martha Ave 704-824-2872

7447 Old Plank Rd. 704-827-7966

Center Baptist Church

New Faith Baptist Church

S. New Hope Rd. 704-824-4121

1224 Mayberry Rd. 704-263-0249

Epic Church

New Life Baptist Church

100 Indian Walk 704-671-4652

Lowell Church of God 804 W. First Street 704-824-3383

Lowell Free Will Baptist Church 3010 Lowell Rd. 704-824-9389

Lowell Smyre United Methodist Church 201 N. Main St. 704-824-8814

Mt. Calvary Baptist Church

First United Methodist Church

527 N. Buckoak St. 704-263-4647

Mt. Pleasant United Methodist Church 2717 Dallas/Stanley Hwy. 704-263-4406

Springfield Memorial Baptist Church 2920 Dallas-Stanley Highway 704-263-4426

Stanley Church of God 324 N. Main St. 704-263-4041

Stanley Pentecostal Holiness Church

120 Branch St. 704-824-4535

113 E. Parkwood St. 704-263-2131

First Baptist Church of Lowell

Trinity Full Gospel Church

400 W. 1st St. 704-824-1215

303 Sunset Dr. 704-263-9765

First Baptist Church

United In Action of Stanley

317 W. 1st St. 704-824-1213

5481 Hickory Grove Rd. 704-524-0555

New Life Church

Welcome Baptist Church

128 Robbins St. 704-824-1356

Presbyterian Church of Lowell

Will of God Church 513 Woodlawn Ave. 704-827-5185

Lakeview Baptist Church

704-825-9861

East Wilkinson Blvd.

704-824-5319

St. Paul FHB Church

McADENVILLE

210 Park Street, Belmont NC

Cramerton Temple of God Church

DALLAS

1101 N. Main St. 704-824-4261

Upper Room United Pentecostal

154 N. Main St. 704-824-3831

108 Horseshoe Bend Beach Rd. 704-827-8676

Woodlawn Baptist Church

1005 Catawba St. 704-825-8730

704-867-2317

Ridgeview Baptist Church

1800 Spencer Mountain Rd. 704-824-5250

Unity Baptist Church

Containers/Trailers Sales & Storage Rental

826 W. Charlotte Ave. 704-827-2999

Restoration Church

6700 Wilkinson Blvd 704-825-1709

Cramerton Free Will Baptist

1304 N. Main St. 704-827-6141

207 E. 1st St. 704-824-3807

The Pointe

151 8th Ave. 704-824-3889 416 Woodlawn Ave. 704-824-1745

Finish Line Christian Center

300 S. Main St. 704-827-2481

Cramerton Independent Presbyterian Church

North Main Baptist Church Restoration & Deliverance 804 W. Charlotte Ave. 704-820-0954 Revival Tabernacle of Mt. Holly

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Meditations

Jude’s challenge

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Some will disagree with me, but I love cold weather. I often say when it is cold, you can layer, but when it is hot, there seems to be no relief.

I miss the cold winters. Cold days, hot chocolate, wool socks, and comfortable sweaters while sitting by the fire. The best part about a day is when it is snowing outside, and I am inside with a good book. We have a few cold days here and there but no snow. I find myself laughingly saying to God, “Don’t waste a cold day if you are not going to give us snow.”

If it is going to be cold, I assume we should have snow. If it is going to be cloudy, I suppose we should have rain. Do you ever feel this way in life? You see the trailer to a movie you have been hearing so much about, and it looks fantastic. You reserve your seat at the theater, grab your popcorn, settle in to be mesmerized by all the advertisements only to be disappointed. The movie did not live up to the hype. You leave the theater feeling cheated. Now, when you see the ads, they seem like empty words.

The writer of Jude had a similar experience. Some entered the Christian community under the guise that they too were Christians.

But they began teaching a doctrine that was corrupt and headed for destruction.

Jude writes, “They are clouds without rain, blown along by the wind; autumn trees, without fruit and uprooted – twice dead.” Jude 12b NIV. In Palestine, the rain was a precious commodity. Imagine waiting for the rain in a dry, dusty place. Suddenly, a cloud comes, and you get excited, but then the cloud blows through with no rain.

Or, you are hungry and go to your apple tree for fresh fruit only to find a barren tree not pro- Rev. Angela Pleasants ducing in its season. District A tree without fruit Superintendent in the autumn does of Catawba Valley not fulfill its pur- Methodist Churches pose; you see the promise but no performance. These same people lived ungodly lives, causing division, disrespecting authority, and sexual immorality.

“These people are grumblers and faultfinders; they follow their own evil desires; they boast about themselves and flatter others for their own advantage.” Jude 16 NIV. How are we to respond amid false and destructive behavior? Jude writes, “I felt compelled to write and urge you to contend for the faith that was once for all entrusted to God’s holy people.” Jude 3 NIV. We are to stand firm and continue to live a godly life, even amid ungodliness. Often, we will encounter contradictions to the Word of God and God’s value system. However, do not exchange God’s value for the secular world’s value. When we contend for the faith, we do not condemn or judge but continue to preach the gospel truth. Fighting for the faith is to encourage, heal, correct and forgive.

Jude challenges us to actively and energetically fight for the faith. It is the truth of God in Jesus Christ that sets us free. When we understand the power of the gospel truth, we will be more passionate about living and defending it.

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Caffeine Craze

By Shelton Fisher Coffee-Milk… That’s what began my love for that beautifully bitter nectar from the gods. At around four years of age, I would sit in my Maw Maw’s dining room with breakfast on my tiny little TV table while in my white long-john style pajamas and cartoons on the television. It would be around ten in the morning and the adults were all gathered around the kitchen table catching up on Dad’s recent travels in the prior week, Mom’s upcoming week, and Maw Maw’s ideas for new projects in her garden, all over a pot of coffee. I don’t know when I began asking for it, but the important thing is that I did because nothing quite beats the taste of that first sip of the highly sweetened, heavily diluted black magic.

As I got a little older, I began to realize something that was special about Maw Maw’s coffee. Perhaps it was where her house was placed at the corner of Johnson and Henderson Street, or maybe it was just the thing that people did in her time and she was keeping tradition alive, but it turns out that her coffee had the power to bring people together. For the fifteen years that I was lucky enough to have had her in my life, there were many neighbors, friends, and strangers (at least to me that is) who would come from miles around to visit her and have a cup. If it weren’t for this, I would have never met Earl Painter (Handyman Extraordinaire), nor have developed an appreciation for community values. There were so many stories told about the way things were when the “new village” was created and how things had changed over time. The stories got longer; more interesting, and when I was fifteen years old her story had drawn to an end with her final cup sitting on the kitchen table. I don’t buy anything shy of dark roast because it tastes like what she used to make.

When I was a freshman in high school, energy drinks were new on the market. It used to be that Monster and Red Bull were the only things that you could spend around three bucks on and we loved them. There was just something different about them.

Caffeine aside, there wasn’t anything else

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on the market that tasted like an energy drink because it wasn’t like you were buying a Coke or a Mountain Dew. This had a different flavor altoShelton Fisher gether that sent a shockwave through your taste buds, straight to the brain.

Then along came the cheaper off-brands such as: Boo-Koo, AMP, Howling Monkey Cola, Rip It Energy, and numerous others that can be found on the internet as discontinued or in your local discount stores. Lately the new craze are the drinks that contain 300 milligrams of caffeine each. These babies pack a punch and are not for the faint of heart… literally, there’s a warning label on the can that will tell you that it can wreak havoc on your system if you have heart problems, are pregnant, or are under the age of eighteen. They have tons of flavors, but they really can make you feel like a hot, steaming, pile of garbage; take it from a night-shift caffeine junkie who has had more than enough of his share of these, which brings me back to the bean.

Anyone can go to Starbucks and order a venti whatcha-ma-doodle soy frappe with extra foam or whatever on it. Have you ever wanted to send your tongue on a flavorful venture while getting the caffeine you crave?

My wife is big into Instagram and discovered this coffee shop in Lowell called Fryeday Coffee Roasters. We had been wanting to try them out for awhile and finally had the chance to this past weekend. Anyone who knows me, knows that I like to find the most bizarre thing on the menu to try, which led me to order the Sugar and Spice Mocha: a dark chocolate mocha blended with a dash of cayenne pepper for a slight kick to accentuate the flavor (fantastic!). My wife had a Nutella Cinnamon Frappuccin. That’s right everyone, Nutella!

Aside from custom creations, Fryeday’s is the only local coffee roaster in Gaston County so you can bring them home with you if you’d like.

The bottom line my good friends is this; no matter what the best part of waking up is, do it in the way that tastes best!

Montcross Area Chamber members, friends and family recently enjoyed a fantastic ribbon cutting at Elite Spine Center in Belmont. For more information about Elite Spine Center visit https://www.elitespinecenter.com.

Montcross Chamber photo

The Montcross Area Chamber members and friends enjoyed an exciting ribbon cutting and open house celebration with ROAR Business Services and many of their vendors last week. Guests were treated to prizes and games as well as a delicious dinner. Featured on the front row are owners Rick and Gerda Arcia, Olivia Talley (cutting the ribbon), Anne Arcia and Julia Arcia, grandchildren in the front: Saskia, Wolfgang and Konrad and held in the back is Gunner.

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City of Lowell to erect historical marker The City of Lowell Flats Community historical marker campaign is very close to hitting the goal to fund this important project.

With the support of the Lowell City Council, the Lowell Community Improvement Advisory Committee, and the Gaston County Historic Preservation Commission, a historical marker will be placed along Main Street, near Joe Hudson Park, that will honor and commemorate those that lived in the Flats Community.

The marker will be 36” by 26” and will sit on an 8’ pole. The total of the sign is $2,789.28. The City of Lowell has launched a fundraiser campaign to fund this important historical marker.

For more information on donating, please call City Hall at (704) 8244231.

Congratulations to Dr. Amber Pederson and the Healing Platform on the ribbon cutting and grand opening of her new facility. Mayor Charlie Martin and City Council members Jim Hefferan and Martha Stowe welcomed chamber members and friends as they toured the facility and heard more about the services offered and how important a healthy lifestyle is. For information about Healing Platform and Dr. Amber Pederson visit https://healingplatform.com/.

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Robert ‘Bob’ Blanton celebrates 50 years of service at Gaston College “Dad told me if you find your niche you will know it, and when that happens you need to stick with it,” said Robert (Bob) Blanton, who celebrated 50 years of employment at the Gaston College employee appreciation luncheon held on Friday, February 7.

Blanton and over 60 employees, including retiring Gaston College president Dr. Patricia Skinner, were recognized for their years of service ranging from five to fifty years.

“It was my privilege to present Mr. Blanton with a proclamation to honor him for his accomplishments, valuable service and leadership shared with employees and students at the College,” said Dr. Skinner. “He is an outstanding individual and a dedicated instructor with an unbelievable sense of humor.”

She added, “He’s an innovative instructor, that’s why it’s also important that we acknowledge the depth of his contributions to our institution and the people of the surrounding regions by proclaiming that the Gaston College Study Tours Program will now be known as the Bob Blanton Study Tours Program at Gaston College.” Blanton also received a certificate of service and a gift card for $275.

Dr. Patricia Skinner, President of Gaston College presents a proclamation to Robert (Bob) Blanton to honor him for his accomplishments, valuable service, and leadership provided to the college. The proclamation also established that the Gaston College Study Tours Program would be recognized as the Bob Blanton Study Tours Program at Gaston College.

In 1969, Blanton was hired as an adjunct instructor after he earned a master’s degree in Social Sciences with a minor in Junior College and a bachelor’s degree in Social Studies from Appalachian State University. During his first year at Gaston College, he found his niche, his passion for teaching, and the next year he accepted a full-time teaching position at the College.

“If you had told young Bob Blanton that he would be a teacher and a history

teacher at that, he would have laughed. I hated history in school,” said Blanton.

“In college, I was fortunate to have an older female professor who lit a fire underneath me in her class. She taught me that history is not about dates or a list of facts but it’s about people,” he said.

“She was a role model who taught me to always give your best to your students. I believe teaching is like the ministry, it is a calling. It comes natural to me.”

While working at Gaston College, he completed coursework in anthropology at the University of North Carolina–Charlotte, the Universidad de Guadalajara, and the University of Colorado, with further coursework in Latin American Studies at the University of the Americas in Puebla, Mexico.

In 1972, he accepted the position of Chair of the Social and Behavioral Sciences and instructor of History. Blanton created and became the director of the Gaston College Study Tours Program in 1978. This program has involved hundreds of students, college staff members, and local community participants.

Students have the opportunity to earn college credit while traveling abroad, while community participants not interested in college credit may audit any overseas travel course. The program has successfully visited hundreds of cities in 84 different countries on six continents.

Blanton also helped create the local college chapter of Gamma Beta Phi National Honor Society in the early 1980s, serving as its Faculty Advisor for 30 years, and the Anthropology Program

at Gaston College, which included archaeological field schools co-sponsored

by UNC-Charlotte and the Schiele Museum of Natural History.

In addition, Blanton is a founding member of the Gastonia Sister Cities Committee and continues to serve on its Board of Directors. He often takes college Study Tours to Gastonia’s two international “Sister Cities,” Gotha, Germany, and Santiago de Surco, Peru. He is also an active member of the Global Imprints Committee, having given various presentations for students and faculty during Global Imprints events at the college.

“I enjoy working at the College or I wouldn’t have stayed,” said Blanton. “I get up in the morning and look forward to going to work. I enjoy my fellow colleagues and the interaction with my students. Anything else would be foreign to me; it is a necessity for me to be happy and accomplishing something,” said Blanton.

“I believe we all keep learning. Sometimes I learn more than my students,” he said. “Being a teacher, you must keep the material fresh

and change your lesson plans as needed. I put in great effort to see history from my student’s eyes. I do not dumb courses down. Quality must be there. Standards must be met so students can progress and learn.”

Blanton is still going strong and has no plans to retire. He still enjoys teaching and plans to continue as long as he can. So, what is his secret to longevity as a Gaston College employee?

“I made a decision to create a life I wouldn’t want to take a vacation or retire from. And I did it.”

This spring, Blanton will be leading a study tour to the ‘Kingdom of Morocco’ from May 17 -28. The 10-day tour will include a visit to the northern Mediterranean Coast. More information is available in the latest issue of Globetrotters, a newsletter publication of the program highlighting upcoming spring and fall trips. Go to www.gaston.edu and click on Quick Links. Scroll down in the Other column and click on Study Tours. You can also contact Bob Blanton at Blanton.Bob@gaston.edu.

COMMUNITY CALENDAR City of Lowell River Sweep The City of Lowell will be hosting a River Sweep Cleanup Event on Saturday, March 21.

Check-in will start at 8:30am at the Carolina Thread Trail’s Trail Head at 1100 Catawba River Run. Parking will be available along the street.

Please wear clothes that you don’t mind getting dirty, sturdy shoes (no flip flops or sandals), gloves, and bring a reusable water bottle to be environmentally conscious. Also recommended are long pants and insect repellent.

Coffee/cocoa, lunch, and t-shirts to be provided. (Registration required by March 18 to guarantee lunch & t-shirt.)

8:30am-9:00am - Check-in + Coffee/ Cocoa 9:00am-11:30am - Community Cleanup 11:30am-12:00pm - Lunch This event is sponsored by American Rivers and S & L Creations.

Registration available here: https://www.lowellnc.com/FormCenter/ Parks-and-Recreation-8/Registration-Formfor-River-Sweep-57.

Lupus support group to meet The following is information about the March support group meeting that the Lupus Foundation of America, North Carolina Chapter (LFANC) will be hosting for those living with lupus, their family and caregivers.

The meeting for Gaston County/Dallas will be Tuesday, March 10th 2020, 6:00 – 7:30PM, United Baptist Church, 1970 Lowell Bethesda Rd, Gastonia.

This group meets the second Tuesday of each month. There is no charge to attend the meeting, and drop-ins are welcome. Contact the LFANC at info@lupusnc.org or at 877-

849-8271, ext. 1. For more information, visit www.lupusnc.org.

This group provides participants with an opportunity to receive introductory information about lupus, encourage the expression of concerns, provide an opportunity to share experiences, encourage and support positive coping strategies, and emphasize the importance of medical treatment. Meeting programs vary from guest speakers to DVD presentations and open group discussion.

About Lupus: Lupus is an unpredictable and misunderstood autoimmune disease that ravages different parts of the body. It is difficult to diagnose, hard to live with, and a challenge to treat. Lupus is a cruel mystery because it is hidden from view and undefined, has a range of symptoms, hits out of nowhere, and has no known cause and no known cure. Its health effects can range from a skin rash to a heart attack. Lupus is debilitating and destructive, and can be fatal, yet research on lupus remains underfunded relative to its scope and devastation. An estimated 45,000 North Carolina residents and 1.5 million Americans are estimated to have a form of lupus.

About the Lupus Foundation of America, North Carolina Chapter The Lupus Foundation of America, North Carolina Chapter is part of the national force devoted to solving the cruel mystery of lupus while providing caring support to those who suffer from its brutal impact. We work with local health professionals and volunteers to provide information and programs to ensure people with lupus and their families get answers and health professionals know about new means to diagnose and manage the disease. The chapter now serves an estimated 45,000 living with lupus in North Carolina.

For more information about lupus or the LFANC, visit www.lupusnc.org or call (877) 849-8271. For the latest news and updates, follow us on Facebook and Twitter.

CaroMont Family Medicine opens in Cramerton In partnership with the Town of Cramerton and the Montcross Area Chamber, CaroMont Health recently hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the grand opening of CaroMont Family Medicine in Cramerton. The 15,493-square-foot facility will offer a full range of family medicine and primary care services.

“This practice represents not only the expansion of our clinical network of more than 50 convenient locations, but more importantly, our investment in the citizens, community leaders, business owners and patients who call Cramerton home,” said Donnie Loftis, Chair for the CaroMont Health Board of Directors. “Primary care and family medicine play a vital role in the continuum of care. This setting is often the front-line for patient care and the first experience many patients will have with our health system, so it’s extraor-

dinarily important that we provide care that improves health and an experience that builds trust. We have a care team poised to do just that for every patient they know and those they have yet to meet.”

Board-certified physicians, Dr. M. “Jay” Petruska and Dr. Cristian Pantea, will relocate their current practice, CaroMont Family Medicine in Belmont, to the new facility in Cramerton. They will be joined by Ann Marie Watts, RN, MSN, FNP-BC and Kani Smith, FNP-BC. The new practice includes 18 exam rooms; three procedure rooms and on-site x-ray and laboratory services, including point of care testing.

“When the opportunity to have a presence in Cramerton came about, we were immediately excited to bring these primary care services to your community” said Dr. Costa Andreou, Executive Vice President for CaroMont Medical Group. “We are here

to ensure the residents of this community receive great care.”

“I can’t tell you what it means to our citizens,” stated Will Cauthen, Mayor for the Town of Cramerton. “CaroMont Health’s willingness to partner with us on this project has been incredible. We are so proud of everything happening here.”

Chairman Loftis echoed the mutual commitment to citizens.

“Patients in Cramerton and the surrounding area should have great confidence that they’re being cared for by the best, and we hope they will continue to put their trust in us for years to come,” said Loftis.

CaroMont Family Medicine in Cramerton, located at 4235 S. New Hope Road is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

To make an appointment call 704.825.4750.

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Help! I’m sinking!

Rev. Trent Rankin Salvation Church, Gastonia, NC salvationchurchnc.org pastortrent@salvationchurchnc.org

Perhaps with all of the rain we have been having lately, you have gotten your vehicle stuck in the mud. Maybe the more you tried, the more your car mired up in the mud. Life can be this way for many people. We often face trials and temptations in life. We struggle, hurt, and experience pain while sinking deeper in the mire of life.

In Jeremiah 38:4-13, Jeremiah, one of God’s great prophets to Judah, faced struggles of his own. Jeremiah’s prophecies from God had made many enemies of the people of Judah. Some of the leaders demanded that King Zedekiah kill Jeremiah. Zedekiah allowed the men to do whatever they wanted to Jeremiah. They took Jeremiah and lowered him into an empty cistern, where he would surely die of starvation. Jeremiah sank in the wet, muddy clay at the cistern’s bottom.

Fortunately, an Ethiopian man named Ebedmelech, a servant of the king, saw what had happened to Jeremiah, and petitioned the king to save him. Ebed-melech at the king’s command, took ropes covered in old rags, and lowered them down to Jeremiah. He then

pulled Jeremiah out of the cistern, saving his life.

Like Jeremiah, you may be mired today in the mud of this world.

Your life may be troubled Rev. Trent Tankin with health issues, family problems, or other things that are slowly sinking you. Maybe you have found that the more you try, the deeper you sink. The more Jeremiah tried, the more he sank in the mud. Maybe it seems that God is not answering your prayers, and that all hope is lost. Surely Jeremiah felt hopeless too.

Paul wrote in Romans 8:39 that “height nor depth, nor any other created thing, shall be able to separate us from the love of God which is in Christ Jesus our Lord” (NKJV).

Nothing can ever separate us from God’s love for us. No matter how far we sink in this life, God is there. Jeremiah, even in such horrible circumstance, knew that God had never left him, and always loved him. God had promised to be with him. Even though you may be sinking in this life, never forget that God is with you. Just as God was with Jeremiah, He will be with you. Keep looking up, today may be the day God raises you up from the miry clay!

Montcross Area Chamber president announces plans to retire After almost 15 years in a position he thought would be part-time and temporary, Montcross Area Chamber of Commerce President Ted Hall has announced plans to retire. Hall notified the Chamber Board of Directors of his decision at a meeting this morning. He plans to continue in the position until a new president is named.

Chamber Board Chair Heath Jenkins said a search committee that includes six former board chairs has been appointed and will begin work immediately.

Hall, 70, suffered a surprise heart attack in January 2018, but returned to work within two weeks and hasn’t experienced further health problems. He credits the cardiac rehab program at CaroMont Health with helping him modify his diet, lose weight and adopt a regular exercise regimen.

“My wife, Freda, and I have considered this decision for the past two years, and we agree this is the right time,” he said.

“While my health is good, my stamina and energy levels are diminished,” he told the Chamber Board. “It has been a struggle in recent months to perform at the level required for our dynamic and growing organization.”

It was announced at the Chamber’s recent 60th annual celebration that an alltime record membership of 538 had been achieved. The Chamber had 84 members when Hall became the parttime executive director in April 2005.

“Words cannot begin to express our gratitude to Ted, said Chamber Board Chair Heath Jenkins of the Town

Ted Hall of Stanley. “His leadership as president of the Montcross Area Chamber of Commerce has helped bring about positive economic growth, a spirit of cooperation among local governments and small businesses, and has ignited a spark of entrepreneurship that continues to spread throughout Gaston County. Ted will be missed, and we look forward to continuing the momentum that he created as we begin a search for our next president.”

Hall’s career stretches 48 years since he graduated from the school of journalism at UNC Chapel Hill and accepted a position in public relations in Durham with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina. He worked 21 years in the newspaper business, including 13 as editor and later publisher at the Shelby Star. He was self-employed in consulting and management recruiting for 10 years before moving to Belmont and beginning his career in Chamber work.

“My years with the Chamber have been the most fulfilling of my career,” Hall

said. “The exciting growth of the Montcross Area Chamber, along with the tremendous economic progress of the businesses and the cities and towns we serve in Gaston County, have made every day fun and challenging.”

He said the people with whom he’s worked, including his fellow Chamber employees and hundreds of volunteers and members, have been the secret to the success of the organization.

“I love everyone who has shared this journey with me,” he said, “but I give thanks daily for the years I’ve worked arm in arm with Teresa Rankin and Elizabeth Atterberry.”

Vice President Teresa Rankin became the Chamber’s second staff member in 2007, and she continues in the post today.

“Teresa’s experience in Chamber work combined with her vast knowledge of Gaston County and its people and her irresistible personality enabled her to play a major role in the success and growth of the organization,” Hall said.

“Liz became a volunteer for the Chamber on the first day after Freda and I moved to Belmont, and she has been a partner in every achievement the Chamber has accomplished in the years since,” he said.

Hall and his family plan to remain in Belmont, where his wife, daughter, son and sonin-law operate Belmont Realty. After some time to rest, and a short vacation without a work phone or a computer, he vows to continue supporting the Chamber as an active member.

Thursday, February 20, 2020

Gloria Sloan brings her Book to Belmont for Black History Month As Black History Month draws to a close, three organizations are uniting to cosponsor a free author event.

Belmont Historical Society, Elements of Empowerment, Inc, and Gaston Arts Council will welcome guest Gloria Sloan to the Belmont Historical Society, 40 Catawba Street, February 29, 2020, from 1:30 - 3:30 pm.

Sloan will discuss her book Abundant Faith: Secrets to Plenty Traveling on Life’s Journey and share of her experience as the oldest of the first three students to integrate Belmont High School and the first African American to graduate from the high school.

As described by Sloan, “Abundant Faith is a blend of daily life experiences in a heartfelt and personal growth memoir. Readers have referred to it as a spiritual guidebook on faith. I take them on a journey that starts with a personal family tragedy, then moving through childhood events while being raised by my father. I write about growing up in the 1960s during the civil rights era, amid desegregation in Gaston County at Belmont

Senior High School. Memories of living through that integration process unfolds in my story. The experience was a lifetime alteration that embedded in my soul.

Throughout my adult life and career, I have thrived with a purpose giving homage to my past.”

Of the place she previously called home, she says “To see the city of Belmont today growing culturally warms my heart with love and hope. It is with that insight that I title my new book coming out soon, Life Skills for the Journey”.

Gloria Sloan is a speaker, author, consultant and mentor. She is founder of Personal Dynamics, Inc. with forty years of business management, workforce career development and implementing job training programs.

Core competencies include leadership, professional etiquette and basic principles of life skills. Gloria expanded her event planning company into soft skills training and hospitality consulting.

She provides global conference management services to support strategic planning and meetings procurement.

Gloria Sloan Her compelling Life Skills presentation evokes a commitment and practice that inspires personal growth initiatives.

Gloria is on a mission to empower and influence individuals and organizations to lead a vibrant life through engaging the possibilities. She is a certified Life Coach, member of the National Speakers Association Kentucky Chapter, the International Organization of Professional Life Coaches and the International Coach Federation.

Tri-County Animal Rescue:

Pet of the Week Tri-County Animal Rescue Little Pet of the Week is this beautiful Chihuahua mix named Doc. This little man is 3 years old and weighs about 14 pounds. He is just a little on the chubby side but his New Year’s resolution is to lose a few pounds…do you have time to walk with him? Doc has a lovely black and brown, short haired coat. The grooming for Doc is very simple…bath and brushing. Doc is neutered, current on vaccines, heartworm negative and micro-chipped.

The Chihuahua temperament is typically alert, lively, confident, courageous and selfreliant. Chihuahua’s have big, confident personalities and are mostly indoor dogs. Some owners describe Chihuahuas as having an almost terrier-like temperament. The Chihuahua is generally characterized physically through short and strong movements. They possess an alert temperament. Chihuahua’s are a smart breed that is trainable with patience and persistence. They need to be mentally stimulated as often as possible.

All in all, this dog craves affection and is a great pet for any household. The Chihuahua is a good companion dog. Courageous, extremely lively, proud and adventurous, they enjoy affection. Brave, cheerful and agile, Chihuahuas can be strong-willed without proper human leadership. They are loyal and become attached to their owners.

Please come out to our adoption event this weekend. If you are looking for an addition to your family, please come out and meet our pets this weekend. We have many available pets at the Gastonia PetSmart located at 3698 East Franklin Boulevard this Saturday noon to 6 pm.

About Tri-County Animal Rescue Tri-County Animal Rescue is a non-profit

Doc organization serving Lincoln, Gaston and other surrounding counties. We are committed to ending pet homelessness in this area and we need your continued support. If you cannot adopt a pet, then support Tri-County in other ways. We need volunteers and donations to continue our mission of finding homes for these unwanted animals. Please help Tri-County Animal Rescue continue to save pets by adopting your next pet this weekend? Our “needs” list includes: towels, Clorox, laundry detergent, paper towels, dry dog food and dry cat food.

For more information, call 704.263.2444, send an email to TriCountyAnimalRescue@ yahoo.com, visit us on the web at www.tcar. us or on FaceBook at Tri-County Animal Rescue. Donations can be sent to Tri-County Animal Rescue, PO Box 483, Alexis, NC 28006.

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2020 Mount Holly Community Impact Fund approved projects The Mount Holly Community Impact Fund is a charitable fund started by the Community Foundation of Gaston County to address identified needs in the Mount Holly Community as determined by a committee of Mount Holly residents. Last Monday saw the organization present funds for several Mt. Holly projects.

Since 2014, the Community Foundation has provided approximately $10,000 per

year to fund projects that would be visible in the Mount Holly community and have a reasonable likelihood of kick starting a larger community response.

Over the years, funds have gone towards the Farmers Market, Community Garden, greenway, arts events, and enhancement of knowledge of community history through the Historical Society.

The Community Foundation has put over $60,000 to

work in our community over the past six years.

The Community Foundation wants to thank Mt. Holly mayor and city council for annually giving the opportunity to showcase this program during a council meeting.

Thanks also to the Community Foundation’s Ernest Sumner, executive director, and Erin Wiggins, program officer for both the funds for the Impact Fund as well as the technical support provided over the years.

Thanks also to the members of the Impact Fund Committee who have been charged with the difficult task of deciding which projects were funded and which were not: Reggie Graham, Danny Jackson, Johnny Painter, and Lauren Shoemaker.

This year, nine proposals from eight different non-profit The entire group of recipients with Sumner and Wiggins. organizations were received with a total dollar request commercial refrigerator) Plein Air event - $2,000 of over $32,000. Available Support for a Crosswalk funds this year were $12,289.

Mount Holly Community Art project - $2,000 Development Foundation Projects Funded: $4,000 Mount Holly Farmers CRO of Mount Holly Randi Landreth, Chair, Market - $3,399 $2,390 MHDF and Stephanie Lee Brinkley, Board Chair Mike Carr, Board Chair McLaughlin, Arts on the Lighting fixtures for the Gaston Emergency Medical Services (GEMS) would like to Purchase of equipment Greenway Chair Farmers Market Trellis Sysannounce Paramedic Chris Marlowe’s advancement to Para- (floor scale platform and Support for a Community tem medic Crew Chief. Chris, AKA Mongo, as he is affectionately known by his friends and co-workers, has been serving the citizens and visitors of Gaston County since 2009. He started his journey as a firefighter in 1994 and lives by the scripture Phillippians 4:13; “I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.” His dedication in helping others in an inspiration to all. Keep up the great work!

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Thursday, February 20, 2020

Belmont’s Mattie Lee named Miss Clemson University 2020

Mattie Lee and the other contestants.

The moment Mattie Lee was crowned Miss Clemson University 2020.

Mattie with the outgoing Miss Clemson University 2019, Anna Newton. creating friendships with fifteen girls, to rehearsals, to being able to experience it all come together on stage with so many of my friends and family supporting me,” Mattie said.

“It was truly one of the highlights of my Clemson college experience thus far and a memory I will never forget.

It is an unbelievable honor to represent such a wonderful group of young women and one of the best universities around!”

Mattie continued“My main goal as Miss Clemson University is to develop a closer relationship with the Clemson Child Development Center (CDCC), the philanthropy and community service platform for the Miss Clemson University Pageant. Whether it be monthly visits or hosting events to raise

awareness and funds for the CCDC, I hope to make an impact on this organization and bring to light the importance of their mission in the Clemson community.”

Mattie’s mom, Angie Lee, had this to say. “It truly is a blessing to watch your child work so hard for a goal that means so much to her. Mattie loves Clemson University and being able to represent her college seems surreal. We were overwhelmed with the amount of love and support Mattie received during this venture. A group of approximately fifty people from the Belmont area traveled to Clemson to cheer her on, and even more friends and family supported her through program ad sales, donating supplies to the CCDE non-profit organization, sponsoring her financially, and

simply encouraging her to be the best she could be. I am so proud to have the opportunity to watch Mattie represent the title of Miss Clemson University this year.”

The Miss Clemson University Pageant is sponsored

by Clemson’s Mortar Board.

Mortar Board is the nation’s oldest senior national honor fraternity dedicated to service, leadership, and academics. Members actively serve their community during their senior year. Clemson’s Order of Athena Chapter of Mor- Talent Competition - Jazz dance to Celine Dion’s “River Deep” tar Board’s philanthropy is the - choreographed by Heather Maree Betenbaugh and Kelsey Clemson Child Development Jones at Dance Specialties, Belmont.

Center (CCDC). All proceeds Photos provided from the Miss Clemson University Pageant goes directly scaped property on McGee Calhoun school building (and to CCDC. In addition to rais- Street...and remained there former Morrison Annes) on ing money, the contestants for 38 years. In 1975, with Butler Street where they curalso collected basic items to funding from federal, state, rently nurture and educate 70 be donated to CCDC, and and, local grants, its mission children.

Today, CCDC is run by make visits to the child de- expanded to provide a 12velopment center. This year, month comprehensive child Clemson Child Development over $10,000.00 was raised development program, and its Center, Inc., a 501c(3) organifor CCDC and over 900 items name changed to reflect the zation. The board of directors expanded vision. The Clem- includes members from local were donated.

Founded in 1968 by the son Child Development Cen- congregations and the comClemson Chapter of the South ter (CCDC) served children munity at large. The student Carolina Council of Human from six weeks to five years body is ethnically and socioRelations, the primary purpose old until public schools imple- economically diverse. Staff of the Clemson Day Care, as it mented a five-year-old kin- members have experience in was first called, was to provide dergarten program. It was also early childhood education and quality pre-school education one of the first sites in the state development and attend anto African-American children to offer a 4K pre-school cur- nual training programs. CCDC preparing to enter the newly riculum as a part of SC First is licensed by the Department integrated school system. Steps. In February 2007, hav- of Social Services and adheres In 1969, the daycare center ing outgrown the original fa- to all child care and developopened its doors to 20 children cilities, CCDC moved to their mental standards required by on 2.5 acres of wooded, land- present location in the historic the ABC Voucher System.

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The newly crowned Miss Clemson University 2020 is Mattie Lee, a native of Belmont.

Sixteen contestants competed for the title of Miss Clemson University 2020 on Friday, January 31st, 2020 at the Brooks Center for Performing Arts on Clemson University’s campus at 7 pm.

Winners included- Mattie Lee - Miss Clemson University 2020; Delaney Crenshaw - 1st runner up; Tatum Sass - 2nd runner up; Mallorie Worley - 3rd runner up; Caroline Effinger - 4th runner up.

Talent Winner - Mattie Lee; Interview Winner - Hallie Elrod; Ad Sales Winner - Lauren Crocker; Miss Congeniality - Caitlyn Moyd; Philanthropy Winner - Darby Billing; People’s Choice Tatum Sass.

Mattie, 21, is the daughter of Bow and Angie Lee. She is a junior at Clemson and expects to graduate in 2021 . She is a graduate of Stuart W. Cramer High School. She has a GPA of 3.84. Her Major is Communications with a concentration in Health Communications.

Her Minor is Sociology and Brand Communications.

She has 17 years of dance including tap, jazz, ballet, lyrical, and hip hop; 12 years of competitive dance at Dance Specialties in Belmont, NC; 7 years of cheer and gymnastics; 3 years of classical flute Activities at Clemson include- A student in the Calhoun Honors College, Clemson Undergraduate Student Government, Member of the Rally Cat Dance Team, Alpha Delta Pi Sorority, CUGA - Clemson University Guide Association, Pearce Center for Professional Communications Intern, Academic Success Center Student Advisory Board, Member of the Student Advisory Board for College of Behavioral, Social, & Health Sciences, Campus Recreation Social Media Intern, TigerVision Student Network. Participant in the Alternative Break Program (Fall Break 2017).

Community Activities include-Tim Tebow Foundation - Night to Shine Prom – 3 years; Clemson Community Foundation; Emerson Rose Foundation; Volunteer at Clemson Downs Assisted Living Facility; Team Captain for the Walk to End Alzheimer’s - 3 consecutive years; Member of First Presbyterian Church, Belmont.

Future plans are to obtain a Master of Health Communications and pursue a career in patient advocacy in the healthcare field.

Her type and title of talent performance- Jazz Dance to Celine Dion’s “River Deep, Mountain High” – choreographed by Heather Maree Betenbaugh and Kelsey Jones at Dance Specialties in Belmont.

“I thoroughly enjoyed every moment of the Miss Clemson University Pageant experience, from meeting and

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Lt. Sue Beutler presented Meritorious Service Award by Col. Heinlein.

Maj. Steve Matthews presented Chaplain of the Year Award by Col. Bailey.

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Senior Member Thomas Beutler and C/1Lt. Ben Heckel accept an award on behalf of the Squadron. Presented by Col. Bailey.

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Local CAP members receive awards The North Carolina Wing of Civil Air Patrol held its annual conference in Greensboro, North Carolina on February 8th. During the conference general assembly, two members of the Gastonia Composite

Squadron were recognized with awards. The Gastonia Composite Squadron also received a Quality Cadet Unit Award for its cadet program achievements during the previous year.

Major Steve Matthews

received the Chaplain of the Year Award in recognition of his work throughout the state as a Chaplain and a Character Development Officer. This award was presented to Major Matthews by the NC Wing Commander,

Colonel Jason Bailey. Major Matthews also serves as the Assistant Professional Development Officer with the Gastonia Squadron.

Both Major Matthews and 1st Lt. Sue Beutler received Meritorious Service

Awards. The Meritorious Service Award is given for outstanding achievement or meritorious service rendered specifically on behalf of Civil Air Patrol. The award is meant for achievements and services which

are clearly outstanding and unmistakably exceptional.

This award was presented to the recipients by the Mid-Atlantic Region Commander, Colonel Bruce Heinlein.

Gaston Day School excels at 2020 scholastic art and writing regional competition The Alliance for Young Artist and Writers, a nonprofit organization, identifies teenagers with exceptional artistic and literary talent and brings their remarkable work to a national audience through the Scholastic Art and Writing Awards. Students from across the country in grades 7-12 are invited to submit their work for review. Regional gold Key winning works are then forwarded to the national competition NYC, where professionals in the arts select only the top 1% of all entries as national winners. Some of these young visionaries will follow in the footsteps of past winners such as Ken Burns, Andy Warhol, Richard Avedon, Truman Capote, Robert Redford, Sylvia Plath, Zac Posen, and John Baldesssari, Stephen King, John Lithgow all of who won a Scholastic Award as a teenager.

The recent Scholastic Mid – Carolina Region Art Competition had over 1,900 individual art entries and close to 100 senior art portfolios submitted in an 18 county region which is comprised of Alexander, Alleghany, Anson, Cabarrus, Caldwell, Catawba, Cleveland, Davie, Gaston, Iredell, Lincoln, Mecklenburg, Rowan, Stanly, Surry, Union, Wilkes, and Yadkin counties and is administered by the UNC Charlotte College of Arts + Architecture.

Gaston Day School artists received 24 awards at the regionals including American Vision Nominee which goes to the top five students in the region, one Adams Outdoor Advertising Billboard, six Individual Gold Keys, six Individual Silver Keys including a Silver senior portfolio, and ten Honorable Mentions.

Olivia Cole, Salley Heldt,

Alyssa Defransico, Kristine Hyunh, Baker Sanders were honored at the Gold Key Ceremony in Charlotte on Saturday, February 8.

Baker Sanders was one of only two students in the Mid-Carolina region to receive a Gold Key for Art and a Gold Key for Writing.

Olivia Cole received additional recognition for her drawing, Parental by receiving one of five regional nominations for the American Vision Award as well as an Adams Outdoor Advertising Award. Her Art will appear on one of fifteen billboards throughout the greater Charlotte region. All Gold Key recipi- Olivia Cole ents’ work will compete at the national level with winners announced in March. Art work can be seen at Spirit Square in Charlotte, Mint uptown and Randolph Road during February.

Art Awards-2020 Kathryn Anthony Honorable Mention Drawing Wash your Mouth Out Olivia Cole Adams OutDoor Advertising Billboard Award- Parental Olivia Cole Gold Key Drawing Weaving Olivia Cole Gold Key Drawing Parental

Alyssa DeFrancisco Gold Key Drawing Frustrated Studying Katherine Heilig Honorable Mentions Printmaking Utexa Salley Heldt Gold Key Drawing A Smokey Escape Salley Heldt Silver Key Drawing Floating Away Kristine Huynh Gold Key Sculpture Heard it Through The Grapevine Kristine Huynh Silver Key Painting I Spy a Piece of Pie Emilio Rochow Honorable Mentions Sculpture Puzzle Box Baker Sanders Gold Key Sculpture Submerged Baker Sanders Honorable Mentions Painting Fur For Sale Tara Stewart Silver Key Drawing Lost in the Stars Brendan Sweezy Honorable Mentions Video Game Judge Jury Executioner Xiyu Amy Xiao Honorable Mentions Drawing A Cat Trapped by the Fence Xiyu Amy Xiao Honorable Mentions Drawing Playing with Toy Cars.

Scholastic Writing Olivia Cole American Vi- awards from Gaston Day School 2020 sion Nominee Parental Olivia Cole Silver Key Portfolio Identity Olivia Cole Silver Key Sculpture Moment Olivia Cole Silver Key Painting Complete but Continued Olivia Cole Honorable Mention Mixed Media Wanting Olivia Cole Honorable Mention Painting Near Completion Jack Current Honorable Mentions Sculpture Distracted

Gaston Day School students received 46 regional writing awards from the recent Scholastic Art & Writing Awards. William D’Amore, Samantha Hinton, Angela Cheyenne Hoffman, Grace Palmer, Baker Sanders, and Tara Stewart were honored at the Gold Key Ceremony in Charlotte on Saturday, February 8.

Angela Cheyenne Hoffman was one of only two students in the Mid-Carolina region

to receive a Gold Key for a Writing Portfolio. William D’Amore received additional recognition for his memoir by receiving one of five regional nominations for the American Voices Award as well as an Adams Outdoor Advertising Award. His work will appear on one of fifteen billboards throughout the greater Charlotte region.

All Gold Key recipients’ work will compete at the national level with winners announced in March.

There were over 700 individual entries and 35 portfolios submitted to the 2020 Mid-Carolina Affiliate Scholastic Writing Awards. Of the 33 Gold Key Awards, Gaston Day students received six.

The Mid-Carolina Region is comprised of Alexander, Alleghany, Anson, Cabarrus, Caldwell, Catawba, Cleveland, Davie, Gaston, Iredell, Lincoln, Mecklenburg, Rowan, Stanly, Surry, Union, Wilkes, and Yadkin counties and is administered by the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Arts Education Department.

Gaston Day School Writing Awards Kathryn Anthony Silver Key, Critical Essay William D’Amore Gold Key, Personal Essay & Memoir Cameron Harris Silver Key, Poetry Samantha Hinton Gold Key, Poetry Silver Key, Humor Silver Key, Personal Essay & Memoir Silver Key, Poetry Angela Cheyenne Hoffman Gold Key, Writing Portfolio Silver Key, Poetry Silver Key, Poetry Honorable Mention, Personal Essay & Memoir Honorable Mention, Poetry Honorable

Mention, Poetry Honorable Mention, Poetry Honorable Mention, Poetry Honorable Mention, Poetry Honorable Mention, Short Story Lauralee Hurst Silver Key, Science Fiction & Fantasy Silver Key, Poetry Honorable Mention, Personal Essay & Memoir Honorable Mention, Poetry Emily Letts Honorable Mention, Flash Fiction Honorable Mention, Personal Essay & Memoir Grace Palmer Gold Key, Poetry Silver Key, Short Story Honorable Mention, Poetry Gabriela Salas Honorable Mention, Short Story Baker Sanders Gold Key, Poetry Silver Key, Writing Portfolio Silver Key, Poetry Honorable Mention, Humor Honorable Mention, Poetry Honorable Mention, Poetry Honorable Mention, Short Story Honorable Mention, Personal Essay & Memoir Sarah Scoggins Silver Key, Writing Portfolio Silver Key, Personal Essay & Memoir Honorable Mention, Science Fiction & Fantasy Ella Smith Honorable Mention, Personal Essay & Memoir Tara Stewart Gold Key, Poetry Honorable Mention, Short Story Brendan Sweezy Silver Key, Personal Essay & Memoir Silver Key, Personal Essay & Memoir Honorable Mention, Flash Fiction Sydney Wertz Honorable Mention, Personal Essay & Memoir Lauren Wilkes Honorable Mention, Science Fiction & Fantasy

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Pinewood Elementary in Mt. Holly celebrated its 50th anniversary on January 26. Many former students and staff members attended. Current students did a great job singing, and current staff members enjoyed showing off all of the wonderful things going on at the school. What an amazing day of celebrations.

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Abbey Women’s Golf...

The Belmont Abbey women’s golf team finished third in the 2020 Women’s Spring KickOff Intercollegiate hosted by Lincoln Memorial. The Abbey shot a 651 which was 38 strokes behind the winner Wingate. Jenna Nagy led the Crusades with a 159 finishing in 11th overall.

Place 11 17 29 29 48

Player Jenna Nagy Morgan Comer Carmen Tucker Lauren Denhard Autumn Senter

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February 10-14 was National School Bus Driver Appreciation Week. Below are Gaston Schools bus drivers Lori Hammond and Erin Williams with a group of New Hope Elementary students. A big ‘thank you’ to all school bus drivers for the excellent job they do each day to ensure student safety.

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Dean’s, President’s Lists students named A total of 12,050 students enrolled during the 2019 fall semester at The University of Alabama were named to the Dean’s List with an academic record of 3.5 or above or the President’s List with an academic record of 4.0 (all A’s).

The UA Dean’s and President’s lists recognize fulltime undergraduate students.

The lists do not apply to graduate students or to undergraduate students who take less than a full course load.

The following local students made the list: Mary Claire Long, of Gastonia, was named to The University of Alabama Deans List for fall 2019.

Spencer Lafayette Lowrance, of Gastonia, was named to The University of Alabama Deans List for fall 2019.

Alexandra F Holloway, of Stanley, was named to The University of Alabama Deans List for fall 2019.

Greensboro College is pleased to announce that the following students achieved Dean’s List academic status for the Fall 2019 semester.

To qualify, a student must have a 3.5 grade-point average or better for the semester

while having taken at least half of his/her course credit hours at Greensboro College’s main campus.

The students are: Alexis Jade Murriel, Gastonia; LaSharye Nacole Whitworth, Gastonia.

Greensboro College pro-

vides a liberal arts education grounded in the traditions of the United Methodist Church and fosters the intellectual, social, and, spiritual development of all students while supporting their individual needs.

Belmont Abbey attacker Kylie Eastman (pictured) has been named the Conference Carolinas Player of the Week for Week 2, the conference office announced. Last Saturday, the Mechanicsville, Va. native scored four goals and handed out four assists against Lenoir-Rhyne. Her eight points are the highest in Conference Carolinas.

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EVEN WHEN IT’S JUST AROUND THE CORNER.

NEVER GIVE UP UNTIL THEY BUCKLE UP. Congratulations to Gaston Christian School student Sara Plyler. She was recently named to the MAC All Conference team for Varsity Girls Basketball.

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Lady Raiders look to the future after beating Chase 37-36

by John Wilson john.bannernews@gmail.com

The South Point Lady Raiders finished the 201920 basketball season at 4-17 overall and 2-10 in Southwestern 2A Conference action.

At face value that record is nothing to be impressed with. However, in the big scheme of things, it’s very important.

It’s fair to say that winning has not come easy for the Lady Raiders over the last five years. The program has been in the midst of a dry spell. However, this year’s team has posted the school’s

best conference record since the 2013-14 season.

This year was full of challenges as the team dealt with a tough schedule and an abrupt midseason coaching change when head coach Scott Tudor was replaced by boys JV coach Will Lomax.

Despite all that, these girls never quit, they just kept pushing forward.

Recently South Point beat the Chase Lady Trojans 3736.

Abby “Pickle” Morgan led the way for South Point with 14 points and 10 rebounds followed by Asheton Queen who had 11 points and

seven rebounds.

“We started the game off very strong,” coach Lomax said. “A lot of our shots were not falling but the ladies stayed focused. At the end of the second quarter going into half time, it was 16-14.”

Chase fought South Point hard as the Lady Trojans were looking for their first win of the year.

“Chase came out of the half very strong and went on a nice run,” Lomax explained. “But like I told the girls as long as we believe we will win, and that’s what they did.”

The season is now over

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and Coach Lomax and the girls will need to start getting ready for the future.

While the last few years have definitely been tough on the program no one is ready to throw in the towel. In fact, Lomax is hoping that next year’s squad will be even better.

“We ended strong but could have done a lot better,” Lomax said. “I am proud of the girls considering the coaching change and having to learn a new coach.”

Going into next year, the Lady Raiders will be without Pickle Morgan and Riley Racz as both are graduating.

Morgan has been a real asset down the stretch. Racz’s season was cut short due to an injury.

Lomax hopes to further develop the players he has and to also go on a recruiting run to bring new girls into the program. The coach is look-

ing forward to having time to implement his system and mindset.

The mindset that Lomax wants to instill is clear. He believes that South Point can win again.

Lomax knows that over the years the Lady Raiders have had some good teams.

Now it’s time for the next generation of ladies to step up and believe in themselves.

Notching four wins is definitely a good start.

“Going into next year we need to start from the bottom and build on some things,” Lomax went on to say. “We need to get a lot more girls to come out we need them to believe that they can win and beat a team like Burns or Shelby.”

While it’s true that South Point has a lot of work to do at least they seem to be going in the right direction.

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Abrom tops 2000-point mark for Crusaders DeQuan Abrom (pictured) scored 33 points to top the 2,000-point mark at Belmont Abbey during a 93-57 victory over Erskine in Conference Carolinas men’s basketball action last Tuesday night. Abrom finished the night with 2,003 points in a Crusader uniform and 2,454 overall including his freshman year at Urbana (Ohio).

With the win, The Abbey improves to 15-9 overall and 10-6 in league play and clinched a berth in next month’s Conference Carolinas Men’s Basketball Tournament. Erskine falls to 7-16, 4-13.

How It Happened- Sean Halloran was the only other player in double figures with 12 points. Abrom just missed a double-double with a career-high-tying nine rebounds. He has reached that total five times now. Bel-

mont Abbey shot 63.0 percent from the field (34-54), its second-best effort of the season after .633 at King (Dec. 7). The defensive effort was equally strong, as Erskine shot just 24.0 percent (18 of 75). That was the lowest total of the year by an opponent, topping .406

by King (Dec. 7). The Abbey held a 48-35 rebounding advantage and forced five more turnovers. Belmont Abbey used an 18-0 run in the first half -- the biggest of the year -- to turn an early 10-6 deficit into a 24-10 lead.

Erskine went nearly eight minutes (7:53) without a field goal. The biggest margin in the period was 15, but the Flying Fleet cut the gap to 39-34 by intermission. The Crusaders broke the game open by outscoring Erskine 34-8 over the first 9:37 of the second half.

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Stuart Cramer Senior Night held...

The Stuart Cramer vs Forestview game was also Senior Night. These outstanding Storm seniors were recognized.

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South Point rally falls short in 72-63 loss

by John Wilson john.bannernews@gmail.com

In basketball, like any other sport sometimes you just have to learn the hard way.

It goes without saying that if you want to win you need to play strong for most of the game. But if you want to beat a really good team you need to play strong for the entire game.

This was a lesson that was hammered home for South Point on Friday night as the Red Raiders basketball team lost to Shelby in the regularseason finale 72-63.

In their second matchup of the year against the Shelby Golden Lions, the Red Raiders played well, but they just didn’t play strong for all four periods and Shelby took advantage of that.

The game definitely started rough as South Point stood by and let Shelby control the tempo and pace of the game. At one point early in the second, the Golden Lions were up 20-10.

Things were not looking good but the Red Raiders were looking for a fight and were not about to quit.

Just as it was looking like Shelby was going to run away with the game, South Point

regrouped and got back into it.

“Once we started playing we played pretty well,” South Point head coach Kody Kubbs said. “It just took us too long to get in the game.”

Despite the poor start the Red Raiders only trailed Shelby 28-22 at the half.

As the second half action unfolded the on-court action seemed to have a familiar feel to it.

In what must have felt like a bit of deja vu, Shelby once again came out strong and dominated the game.

Then almost on cue, the Red Raiders rallied to keep the game close.

“We did the same thing in the second half,” coach Kubbs said.

Throughout the game, Shelby and South Point would go back and forth.

The action took on a predictable tone. Shelby would push ahead only to see South Point battle back to get within striking range Then after all that effort, the Red Raiders would let the Golden Lions go on another run. This back and forth would play out throughout the game.

“They are a pretty good team,” coach Kubbs said of Shelby. “Every run we went on they answered.”

Warriors of the Week announced

Congratulations to Xaveyon Whiteside, this week’s East Gaston High Warrior of the Week. He was nominated by Ms. Adams for working hard and having a positive attitude.

It’s a brand new semester and East Gaston High has an exciting addition to the Warrior of the Week program. A big congratulations to this week’s winner, Trevyanna Williams.

She was nominated by Mrs. Poole for being helpful. She has befriended a new student and helped her navigate our school.

In the fourth period the Red Raiders went on another run outscoring Shelby 25-18, but in the end, they just came up short.

South Point’s top shooter was Logan Threatt with 23 points followed by Cam Dyer who dumped in 17 and Ayden Baker who had 12.

While the results may have been frustrating, if you take everything in perspective then the news wasn’t all bad.

Yes, the Red Raiders lost, but earlier in the season

Shelby really slammed South Point 81-65.

In this game, the Red Raiders showed that they were capable of going toe-totoe with Shelby.

Now South Point just needs to figure out how to build on what they learned and battle to be consistent for all four quarters.

With the regular season over, the Red Raiders now need to focus on the postseason.

South Point finished the regular season 14-8 overall

and 8-4 in the Southwestern 2A. This week the Red Raiders will be playing in the conference tournament. After that, they will be gearing up for the playoffs.

South Point is going to push to win the tournament to get an automatic playoff spot, but the Red Raider’s best shot at a playoff spot will be their overall record.

The Red Raiders finished

with a respectable record but it’s unlikely that they will get a high seed when the brackets are released. Without a high spot, it’s likely that South Point will need to change the oil on the bus and get ready for a road trip.

“We should be in,” coach Kubbs said of a possible playoff spot. “We should get an at-large seed. But we will have to go on the road.”

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Aiming Outdoorsmen Toward Christ As I look back on this last deer season, it seems that bad news could be the theme.

I hunted hard since I was not able to very GARY MILLER much last year, but my effort only produced minimal results. If I had to compare the hours in the stand to my harvest ledger, I would definitely be in the red. What makes it even worse is I knew I was in a place where some big bucks lived. In fact, I missed my opportunity at one of those bucks because I couldn’t get my crossbow up before said buck left. Another bummer was when I arrowed a ten-pointer but was never able to find him. I actually think he’s still alive. At least I hope he is. When I think about it however, I can’t remember a year that was marked by more successes than failures. The truth is bad news is a lot more normal than good news, and it’s easier to find. It’s certainly that way in most areas of life.

One of my favorite evangelists of times past was a black man by the name of E.V. Hill. The way he preached could make me confess sins I’d never committed. He tells a story about a woman in his church who always sat on the front row. Her nickname was Eighteen Hundred. It was given to her because she was so old that everyone thought she must have been born in the 1800’s. Everyone loved Eighteen Hundred. Author, Shane Claiborne, tells how E.V Hill shared the story with him. Every Sunday old Eighteen Hundred would sit in her usual spot in the front row. As Pastor Hill started preaching, she would start muttering, “Get to the good news, Pastor: get to the good news”. And her commentary would get louder and louder as the sermon progressed. The longer he talked, the louder she got. He would be talking about how Jesus died on Friday, and she’d yell back, “Don’t leave him there. Get to the empty tomb on Sunday.” He’d be talking about how hatred, sin, and racism are still alive today. And she’d shout back, “Move on Pastor. Get to the good news!” Eventually he would get to the good news, and she would shout “Amen!” at the top of her lungs.

I think about all that Eighteen Hundred went through in her life.

Racism, slavery, poverty, and the likes. If anyone ought to wallow in the bad news it ought to be her. But Eighteen Hundred had not only found a story of bad news that ended in good news, she wanted to make sure it always ended the right way. It was this good news that overcame all the bad news she had endured in her life. Friend, I know the world is full of bad news. But it always has been. The gospel, however, is good news, and it is good news for everyone who hears it. So, don’t forget, it’s alright to recognize all the bad things that may be going on, but don’t end the story on Friday. gary@outdoortruths.org ~ www.outdoortruths.org

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2018 TOHATSU 3.5 HP BOAT ENGINE. Great condition, accessories, $1100. MotorGuide Bulldog Trolling Engine, used, 50# thrust, $150. 828-289-0534.

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3 DINING TABLES, CHAIRS. 2 coffee tables, maple end tables, full bed with upper twin, Phaltgraff & Gibson china.

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FULL BLOODED MINIATURE AUSTRALIAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES. Merles $400, tri color $300. Current shots & wormed. Ready to go by Feb 7th. Contact Jacob Gingerich, 264 Poverty Creek Farm Drive, Ellenboro, NC 28040.

APPLIANCES FOR SALE. Washer, Dryer, Stove, Refrigerator, and Freezer, $1400 or will sell separate. Delivery available. 864-279-4207.

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NEW CROMWELL DINING ROOM SET FOR SALE. 5 piece pub style, good quality, only $499.99. Call 828-2454563.

NEW PREDATOR 8000 WATT GENERATOR. 6.5 gallon tank, 110/220, EPA Approved, $750 OBO. 828-245-9620.

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CARPORTS, GARAGES, RV COVERS, FREE STANDING LEAN TO’S. Areas largest on site display. J. Johnson Sales, Inc. 2690 US Hwy 221S., Forest City. 828-245-5895.

WANT TO BUY TRACTOR with Mini Front End Loader.

Maybe trade a 2005 Ranger possible. 828-287-3820.

I PAY CASH FOR DIABETIC TEST STRIPS. Up to $10 per 100ct. Must be Unused, Unexpired. I’m local and pay fast.

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1995 DODGE CARAVAN with lots of new parts. It needs a head gasket. For only $1,000.

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NEED CASH? I will buy your old used Nintendo NES, Super Nintendo, Game Boy and N64 Games. Small/big lots. 828748-7264.

MORGAN’S FIREWOOD SERVICE. Small Stove Wood, all Oak, $55 per load, delivered.

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CEMETARY PLOT AT CLEVELAND MEMORIAL. This plot is located behind the Jesus statue and is part of a 4 plot group. $1025. (704) 300-7736

REGISTERED BOSTON TERRIER. Boston Terrier Puppies, 8 Weeks old, 3 males and 2 females. Puppies are up to date on worming and shots. (864) 492-5138 dvcaldwell38@gmail. com GOATS FOR SALE. (6) Does, all been with a buck for Spring babies. (4) Oberhasli, (2) Dwarfs, (1) Dwarf buck, $875.

Cash takes all. 828-248-8060.

CASH$$ FOR OLD FISHING LURES. Call Rick Hutton collector, (704) 695-4917

LIVESTOCK FOR SALE. PURE BRED ANGUS BULLS and HEIFERS. Jacob Fork Ranch. Call 704-538-1199 or (704) 600-7847

WWII COLLECTOR WANTING TO BUY German Pistols, Military Guns, Helmets, Knives and Flags. I BUY Small and Large Gun Collections also.

Licensed FFL, TOP cash paid.

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DOG KENNELS, FROM $189.99 IN STOCK. 7x7, 5x10, 10x10, 10x20, 10x10 split, 20x20 split. Tops, Delivery and Install available. J. Johnson Sales, Forest City. 828-2455895.

WANT TO BUY CARS, TRUCKS. Trailers, Metal Boats, Tractors, Farm Equipment. Must have ID and proof of ownership. Callahan’s Towing.

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MINI AUSSIE FOR SALE. Double blue eyes, Red Merle, male dog, neutered, 1 year old, $500. 828-817-3482.

HAVE UNWANTED RENTAL HOUSES OR STARTER HOMES? CALL ME! MUST BE PRICED TO SELL! QUICK CLOSINGS! Call Today (704) 472-0006 COUNTY LINE TIMBER BUYING STANDING HARDWOOD AND PINE TIMBER, 8 acres or more. COMPETITIVE PRICING. Over 30 years experience.

Member of NCFA. 828-2483659, 828-289-0742.

DANNY’S AUTOWERKS. Buying used or junk cars. Competitive prices. Call Jimmy, 828289-1175 or 828-247-1070.

WANTED: OLD AND NEW AMMO. Reloading supplies.

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FLAGS POLES AND FLAGS IN STOCK. 15ft., 20ft., and 25ft. Delivery and install available. J. Johnson Sales, Forest City. 828-245-5895.

16X40 STORAGE BUILDING, WORK SHOP, ETC. Built on site, one day install. J. Johnson Sales, Inc. 2690 US Hwy 221S., Forest City. 828-245-5895.

2009 TOYOTA VENZA 145,000 miles. 1 owner, bought new, well maintained, new tires, just serviced. $7700. (704) 473-0343 2003 FORD SUPER DUTY F-350 DRW 222,756 miles.

Don’t Wait! 7.3, new Glow plugs, AT, new tires, tow pkg. $12,000. (704) 913-3432

CASH FOR YOUR CAR running or not, title or no title.

Call Charles Dellinger at Red Road Towing. 704-692-6767, (704) 487-0228

WHIZ BANG POPCORN MACHINE Gay 90’s Model # 2014 with Four Wheel Cart.

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B&B YORKIE KENNELS IS OFFERING QUALITY YORKIE PUPPIES. Hard to find Parti-Colored available now.

Let one of these sweet babies light up your families life, $1200-$1500. Call Barbara for appointment to meet your next very best friend, 828-625-8612.

RACING HOMING PIGEONS Gaston Cleveland Racing Pigeon Club. A fun hobby for the whole family. Call Art, 803984-6678. artsager@msn.com

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CHIHUAHUA PUPPIES. Pure Bred, CKC Registered. Call (704) 418-9244 REGISTERED PEKINGESE PUPPIES. Born Nov. 2019.

Shots & Wormed. Other puppies available. For information, text (864) 490-4979 REGISTERED CHIHUAHUA PUPPIES. Males & females, 6 weeks old, 1st shots & wormed. $200 (704) 670-1124

NURSE GIFTS AND OTHERS. Visit www.USACarolina.com to see the current collection of Nurse Gifts! NC4Ever@email. com

LABRADOODLE PUPS. Choc & black, males & females, available the end of Feb. First vet check, health certificate, first shots & dewormings. $800, deposit holds.

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VALENTINE SPECIAL! Siberian Husky Puppies. Black/ White, Red/White, Blue eyes, AKC papers if needed, 8 weeks old, $300 each. 704-300-1466.

1987 FORD F-150 82,000 miles, $1700. Long wheel base, Dual Tanks. Truck has been sitting for several years was running when parked, can send pictures by phone. (704) 300-1818 kim_hopper@bellsouth.net

2012 HONDA CIVIC 4 door.

Auto, PW, 146K, grey color, good condition. Asking $6500.

(704) 476-6851 1996 CHEVROLET CHEVY VAN CONVERSION HIGH TOP, Automatic, Excellent Condition, V-6, Cruise, A/C. Very Clean! $2500. 704-2971239 or (704) 937-6219

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2011 FORD SUPER DUTY F-350 SRW F350. 4 Wheel Drive. 6.7 Diesel. 4 Door. Long Bed with Ladder Rack. Good Condition. Back-up Camera.

Step Rails. Front Bumper Brush Guards. 236,000 miles. $18,900 Cash. Call 704-4871071 or (704) 472-1000

14’ X 65’ MOBILE HOME. Completely Remodeled Inside & Out! On 1.5 acres, near Crest High School. $55,000. Call (704) 300-1376

CAMPERS WANT TO BUY. Pop-up campers. Call 828-429-3935.

1991 CHEVROLET CAMARO Z28, 5.7 Liter. New tires, new paint, $5500. 704-538-8393.

1995 MERCURY COUGAR XR7, owned by senior couple, great mechanical condition, new battery, cold AC. $1500 (704) 913-4972 2015 TOYOTA TUNDRA 2WD TRUCK SR5, Crew Cab, 4.6, V8, 45K miles. $20,500 OBO. 701-418-0372.

2006 KIA SPECTRA with only 98k miles. $3100 OBO. 828748-7532.

OCEAN LAKES BEACH HOUSE. 5 bedrooms, 3 baths, close to ocean, all amenities.

Open June-August 2020. (704) 718-4731 OCEAN LAKES MYRTLE BEACH. Cottage N34. 2 bedroom, 2 bath, den, kitchen, dining, covered deck, near country store. Call Dorcas, 803-7182659, (803) 635-9831 OCEAN LAKES 3 BEDROOMS, 2 BATHS. Washer/ dryer, gas grill, golf cart included. $1400 week. (704) 472-7145

BEACH HOUSE FOR SALE! Ocean Lakes Family Campground. 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths in a Great Section (5000 section). 5238 East Sandlapper Drive. New Roof! Recently Painted & New Carpet! Covered Porch. Includes All Furniture, TVs, Appliances and Golf Cart. $120,000. Contact 704-692-0802. Myrtle Beach, SC 29575

REAL ESTATE CLEVELAND COUNTY 3 BEDROOM, 1 BATH HOUSE. Well & septic, 1.1 acre, fenced, handicap ramp, newly undated, country setting, Ebenezer area, Kings Mtn. $62,500 obo. (772) 242-1519

1988 TOYOTA COROLLA 4-door. 5 speed manual, 259,000 miles, decent tires. Reliable. REDUCED, $950 CASH ONLY. Rutherfordton. 828-2873588.

2012 RAM 1500 TRUCK. 5.7 Hemi. Two Wheel Drive, Auto., 4 Door, 157,000 miles, Good Condition. $9800.00 Cash. Call 704 487-1071 or (704) 472-1000

58 TO 78 ACRES. Horse Farm within 5 miles of Tryon Equestrian Center. Call 864-909-1035.

WANT TO RENT WANTED: HOUSE OR MOBILE HOME. Must be pet friendly, for rent and located in Rutherford County. Call 828980-0414.

FOR RENT CLEVELAND COUNTY 2 BEDROOM MOBILE HOME FOR RENT. $250 deposit, $100 week. No pets. 704-300-3647.

MOVE IN SPECIAL. 2 & 3 Bedroom, deposit required. $190 weekly rates. Includes power and water. NO PETS. Visit us online at Oakwood Rentals, Shelby. Call (704) 473-4299 2 BEDROOM, 1 BATH DUPLEX. Rent $475, Deposit $300. Application Fee $25.

704-472-4666, 704-472-3100.

1148 Bowman Street, Shelby, NC 28150 2 BEDROOM, 1 BATH, Rent $600, Deposit $600, Application fee $25. 704-472-3100, 704-472-4666. 135-16 Wiggins Lane, Kings Mountain, NC 28086 2 BEDROOM APARTMENT. NEWLY REMODELED with fridge and stove. $650 month plus deposit. Located outskirts of Shelby. 704-418-4546.

LAWNDALE AREA. Cleared 1.3 acre lot, and 1 acre lot, water and septic, priced to sell.

Owner will finance with low down payment. Call Bryant Realty, 704-567-9836, www.bryantrealtyinc.com HAVE UNWANTED RENTAL HOUSES OR STARTER HOMES? CALL ME! MUST BE PRICED TO SELL! QUICK CLOSINGS! Call Today (704) 472-0006 22 ACRES IN CASAR. Half open, half wooded, with stream.

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2012 INFINITI G37 SEDAN Fully Loaded. Four new tires, 118,000 miles, $10,200 OBO. Text or Call (704) 472-3369

EAST RUTHERFORD COUNTY. Off Hwy 120, Lots with water and septic. Owner will finance with low down payment.

Call Bryant Realty at 704-5679836. www.bryantrealtyinc.com

NICE COUNTRY LIVING. 2 or 3BR mobile homes for rent.

10 minutes from Shelby. NO PETS. Seniors welcome. 704692-0447, 843-957-9299.

2000 CADILLAC DEVILLE Pearl White, Carriage Roof, Michelin Tires, Looks & Runs Good. 3rd Owner! 117,000 miles, $2950, Call 704-6783954 or (704) 487-0550

2002 DODGE DAKOTA Crew Cab Pickup. Automatic/OD, V6 engine, white exterior, grey interior, Backflip bed cover ($800 value), 154,000 miles, $3,995.

828-429-8055.

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20 ACRES NEAR LAKE LURE. Huge mountain view! $120,000. 864-909-1035.

1996 FORD EXPLORER Eddie Bauer 4x4, Burgundy, $2000 Call (704) 750-4160

2009 MAZDA MAZDA6 161,000 MILES WITH ALL SERVICE RECORDS. GARAGE KEPT, WASHED AND WAXED OFTEN. NO RIPS, TEARS OR STAIN ON FABRIC OR FLOOR. A FEW SURFACE DINGS ON DRIVE SIDE. EXCELLENT RUNNING CONDITION. FUEL ECONOMY City 27/Hwy33. RELIABLE TRANSPORTATION. Asking: $4500, CAR MUST BE SEEN IN LAKE LURE or GREEN HILL AREA. Call or Text 704-953-8849 or email: par404@gmail.com

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11.8 ACRES IN DUNCAN’S CREEK AREA. Well, Septic, Stream on property. Reduced $67,000. Serious inquiries only!

828-429-3424.

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2013 GMC SIERRA 2500HD 4 Wheel Drive. 15k miles, $20,000. 704-538-8393.

2007 CHEVROLET IMPALA LTZ, 90K miles, fully loaded.

Real nice clean car, good condition, new tires, $5000 obo.

(704) 600-5519 2000 FREIGHTLINER F/D. No engine in truck. Have ‘93 12.7 Detroit to put in it. Will be ELD exempt. Truck’s not ragged out. $7000 for both. (704) 913-3432

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3BR 1.5BA HOUSE. 107 Blackhawk Dr., five miles west of Shelby off Hwy 74. Septic, baseboard heat, convenient to Boiling Springs Crest district $53,000. Buyer pays all fees.

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VERY CLEAN 2 BEDROOM MOBILE HOME in small, quiet park. Prefer mature non smoker. No pets. References and deposit required. Cleveland Mall area, Shelby. Leave message, (704) 481-0925 EFFICIENCY APARTMENT FOR RENT. 1 bedroom, 1 bath, Washer/dryer hookups. In Grover. $650 per month. Application and deposit required. (704) 937-7630 HOUSE FOR LEASE. 3 BEDROOMS, 1 BATH with BEAUTIFUL MODERN KITCHEN, LAUNDRY ROOM, CEILING FANS THROUGHOUT, STORAGE SHED. GOOD NEIGHBORHOOD! $800 Month, $800 Deposit. (704) 418-6116 2&3 BEDROOM TOWNHOMES. Applications are being processed right now! Rent is based on income (and even some expenses). Call or visit today Laurel Hill Apartments.

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