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Gaston group gets a buzz from bees

By Alan Hodge alan.bannernews@gmail.com

Honeybees are arguably the most important insect on the planet and there's a group in Gaston County dedicated to their health and happiness.

The Gaston County Beekeepers Association (GCBA) is a chapter of the NC State Beekeepers Association made up of local beekeepers from Gaston and surrounding counties. The group generally meets on the last Tuesday of each month at 7 PM at the Citizens Resource Center, 1303 Dallas-Cherryville Hwy., Dallas.

Meetings usually feature a speaker who shares knowledge on various topics related to honey bees, honey bee hive management, honey production and harvesting and other hive-related products. The group also offers workshops on various topics such as queen rearing, honey harvesting and wooden ware assembly throughout the year.

“The group has been organized for about fifty years and has around two hundred members,” says GCBA vice president Allen Thompson. “It's one of the largest of its type in North Carolina. We are a diverse group with members ranging from doctors and lawyers to hippies and farmers.”

Speaking of our state, North Carolina is the number one beekeeping state and the honeybee is the official state insect.

The GCBA is eager to share the love and lore of bees and members set up demonstrations at events like Cotton Ginning Days in Dallas and other gatherings. The group holds an annual ten week bee school starting in January each year that teacher newbees all there is to know about honeybees. Workshops also give folks a chance to build their own hive from scratch.

“The cost to get started in beekeeping is modest,” Thompson See BEES page 2

Raising honeybees is a popular hobby in our area. Gaston County Beekeepers Assoc. president Burton Beasley is seen at the Paysour Farm near Dallas surrounded by a fresh crop of bees.

Photo by Allen Thompson

Rare old car makes everyone smile who sees it Belmont council

By Alan Hodge

Looking like something or Belmont areas see Mark Murphy's 1928 Hudson Super Six automobile tool- that should belong to a tycoon ing down the road they can't help but smile from the Roaring Twenties, When folks in the Stanley, Mt. Holly and stare. the maroon and black behemoth is not just a car, it's a work of Art Deco design.

Murphy has owned the Hudson for about 15 years.

He says the seeds of desire to have one of that brand and model were sown when he was a kid.

“When I was young I saw one at a car show with my dad,” Murphy says. “I knew then that some day I would own one.”

Murphy, who is a retired sound man for several bands in California who came to North Carolina 17 years ago, says he searched high and low and finally found his dream car on Auto Trader.

Besides Murphy, celebrities Mark Murphy of Stanley and his 1928 Hudson Super Six car. The rare classic gets plenty like Carroll O'Conner, Andy Griffith, Johnny Cash, Burt of attention wherever Murphy takes it.

Photo by Alan Hodge alan.bannernews@gmail.com

The Belmont city council heard a FY2016-2017 financial audit report at last Mondays' meeting and according to representatives from Martin-Starnes & Associates, CPAs, P.A., the city's pocketbook continues to grow.

The General Fund summary revealed a FY2016 revenue tally of $9,718,517 versus $9,730,409 in expenses. For FY2017, the revenue figure grew to $10,636,022 with $10,985,037 in expenses.

Ad Valorem (property) taxes brought in $5,876,544 for FY2016 and $6,107,214 for FY2017.

Outlays were topped by Public Safety expenses of $4,082,002 for FY2016 and $4,348,697 for

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Reynolds, and Tom Selleck, have all owned a Super Six. Murphy has made many memories with the Hudson.

He and his wife Wanda used it as the main centerpiece to their 1920s themed wedding in 2001. Murphy also used to take members of the ladies senior citizens Sunday School class at Stanley Pentecostal Holiness Church on rides to after services lunch. He's also put it on display at local car shows where it always draws a crowd.

The car itself is a masterpiece of mechanical amazement.

Hudson is one of the great American nameplates.

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BEES from page 1 said. “You can get most everything to set up a hive, including bees, for less than three hundred dollars.”

Why are honeybees vital to humans?

According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, honeybees pollinate 80 percent of our flowering crops, which constitute one-third of everything we eat. Losing them could affect not only

dietary staples such as apples, broccoli, strawberries, nuts, asparagus, blueberries and cucumbers, but may threaten our beef and dairy industries if alfalfa is not available for feed.

One Cornell University study estimated that honeybees annually pollinate $14 billion worth of seeds and crops in the U.S. “Beekeeping is good for mind, body, and soul,” said Thompson. “It's a very relaxing hobby. When you are near your hives, it's a Zen-like experience. You are one with

parking situation has been upCOUNCIL dated with the installation of from page 1 FY2017.

The next biggest expense for the city was Transportation with FY2016 at $1,245,688 and $1,637,077 for FY2017.

General Government expenses for FY2016 came to $1,463,121 and $1,240,005 for FY2017.

In other council meeting action, the topic of self guided tours of Belmont was broached with the council approving purchase of a subscription to an app by My Tour which would “heighten the awareness and appreciation of Belmont's historic structures as well as furthering the Main Street Advisory Board strategy to, 'Promote Belmont's active local lifestyle with activities and opportunities'.”

Start up costs would be a payment of $1,469 for the first year subscription to the MyTour service and the Google and Apple Developer accounts. Costs for subsequent years would be $449 annually. There are no costs for developing additional tours or any tour updates.

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parking signage in entering its final phase.

Here’s a breakdown of the new signs being posted: 30 minute parking signs: there will be a total of six 30 minute parking spaces located on Main Street. These spaces were strategically selected resulting from business feedback as well as observations.

These 30 minute spaces will allow for frequent drop-offs./ pick-ups and loading/unloading. Note that these spaces are still public parking and are not designated for any particular businesses, rather they are for any short term motorists.

2 hour parking (extended areas): Several on-street parking areas that are currently unrestricted, but will become 2-hour parking. These areas include: Kenwood St; (all on street parking between Main and Davis), Glenway St; (all on street parking), Airline Street: (all marked on street parking), Mill Street (both sides of street and entrance to parking lot; non-restricted on east side of parking lot/ entrance to factory), City Hall entrance: two spaces signed for 2-hours at the entrance of City Hall at N Main Street.

nature.”

This time of year is also one where bees can sometimes come into contact with humans in a dicey way. That's because spring is when bees swarm and squadrons of them have been known to alight on houses. If you see a swarmdon't panic or kill the bees.

GCBA folks can help.

“The Cooperative Extension has a phone hotline for swarms,” Thompson said.

“Call 704-922-2113. Our members can come out and get the swarm.”

The GCBA has an exciting, upcoming event on March 24 from 9am-4:30pm at First Presbyterian Church, Belmont, when internationally known commercial beekeeper Michael Palmer will be on hand. Palmer will be discussing techniques for raising bees, raising queens for bee production and strategies for producing honey. His apiaries thrive in Vermont’s challenging northeast climate. Palmer has become known worldwide

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for his sustainable methods in beekeeping. Michael will be giving 4-5 lectures that day.

Light refreshments and snacks will be provided. There will be a break for a one hour lunch on your own so folks can enjoy the many local restaurants, pubs,and breweries in downtown Belmont and Mt. Holly in close driving proximity to the venue. There will of course be plenty of time after each session for Q&A and Michael is very generous in spending time answering questions. GCBA will also be holding a silent auction as well with many great items for you Burton Beasley with a colorful hive at the Gaston Rotary Club to bid on, winners announced/ garden. notified at the conclusion of the day. Preregistration is not required but highly recommended as we expect seating to fill up fast. Preregistration is $37.50 and at the door registration the day of will be $47.50.

For more information on GCBA visit the website at http://www.gastonbee.org and bee prepared to bee amazed.

Beekeeping is fun for all ages. Six-year-old Caroline Rodriguez puts the finishing touches on a hive.

Lynda Primke was giving a bee demonstration in the “gabeebo” at a recent agricultural event.

Easter egg hunt The City of Belmont Parks & Recreation will be having an Easter Egg Hunt on March 24th, 2018. The event will be held at Linford Park at 12:00 pm and at Stowe Park at 2:00 pm. The ages will be for kids 12 and under. Please bring your Easter baskets. For more information, call the City of Belmont Recreation Department at 704 – 825 – 8191.

Beekeepers Karen Stegall and Mike Walker having fun assembling a new hive.

Photos by Allen Thompson Phone 704-825-0580 Fax 704-825-0894 Office: 128-C N Main St. Belmont • NC

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RARE CAR from page 1 name came from its principal investor, the department store mogul Joseph L. Hudson.

Hudson achieved immediate success, and within two years of its first car being offered was the eleventh-largest auto company in America, at a time

when there were a lot of makes competing for the American motorist’s attention.

Hudson was an engineering leader, offering the industry’s first balanced crankshaft in its famously smooth six cylinder engines. The company was

also first to offer dual brakes (mechanical parking brakes automatically applied when the brake pedal traveled lower than the hydraulic brakes’ normal maximum) and was the first to mount oil pressure and generator warning lights in the dashboard.

The Hudson's interior reeks of luxury- for 1928. The seats

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are like sofas, the instrument panel has basic dials surrounded by golden colored bezels, the steering wheel is a huge hoop, air conditioning consists of a windshield that hinges outward from the top for a breeze in your face experience. The headlights are as big as cooking pots.

Local auto technician John

Clayton has recently done some maintenance on the Hudson.

“It's a lot different from a modern car,” Clayton says. “It has a hand crank as well as an electric start. The engine is a huge straight six cylinder and you have to squirt oil in the valve cover if it's been sitting a while. It has wooden wheels.”

Clayton gave this impression of the Hudson's handling characteristics.

“It's an adventure,” he said.

“Especially around 45 miles per hour.”

Murphy says he's looking to sell the Hudson, but for now it's still based in Stanley.

“It's been a lot of fun,” he said.

Officer Tom Hall receives another recognition Belmont native Lincolnton police officer Tom Hall was honored March 1 at the Lincolnton city council meeting for heroism stemming from an event that took place on Feb. 4, 2017.

Hall was given the Medal of Valor by police chief Rodney Jordan. According to Jordan, only two other such medals have been given by the department in the past.

Hall was lauded for his

actions when he spotted a NC National Guard Humvee speeding through town at a late hour. Turns out the Humvee had been stolen from the local armory. Hall in his patrol car and fellow officer Daniel LaPhone in his cruiser pursued the Humvee which rammed LaPhone’s vehicle.

The Humvee driver then hit Hall’s car. Hall fired his weapon, wounding the driver who was later captured.

Last month, Hall was also recognized with the Lincolnton police Lifesaving Award. Mechanic John Clayton has been helping keep the Hudson in tip top running order.

An article with all the particuPhotos by Alan Hodge lars of that event appeared on the front page of the March 1, 2018 BannerNews.

Tom Hall (right) is pictured with his Medal of Valor and partner Daniel LaPhone. whose cruiser was also hit by the stolen Humvee. They joined the police force at the same time.

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Tri-County Animal Rescue Pet of the Week Tri-County Animal Rescue is celebrating the Chihuahua breed as our Pet of the Week.

We have a chunky 9 year old little Chihuahua named Dinah that

needs a forever home. Dinah weighs 17 pounds. Dinah would make a great companion for an older person or couple.

She is super sweet. Dinah is

Diabetes management class Do you or a family member have diabetes and on Medicare? If so, now is the time to take control of your health. You have the power to manage your diabetes through diet, physical activity, checking blood sugar, taking your medication, and having regular check-ups. However, diabetes can be hard to manage on your own. The good news is that help is available through the “Diabetes Self-Management Education Program” sponsored by Centralina Area Agency on Aging and NC Cooperative Extension.

As part of this program, participants will receive nutrition counseling, group education, and support. This program is a Medicare benefit for those with a diagnosis of diabetes.

Participants will receive three sessions with the dietitian to develop a personal eating plan. They will also learn about selfmanagement skills through “Living Healthy with Diabetes”, the six-week group education workshop. Participants will also gain support by connecting to local resources to help manage diabetes.

“We’re excited to be able to offer more individualized resources to individuals with diabetes and who are on Medicare.

Participants get both individual help, as well as group help and support from others who are living with diabetes,” said Linda Minges, program facilitator for NC Cooperative Extension.

The group education workshop (Living Healthy with Diabetes) will be held on Wednesdays, April 4th through May 9th from 9:00 – 11:30am. Nutrition counseling sessions will be scheduled individually with the dietitian. All sessions will be held at the Lucile Tatum Center, located at 959 Osceola St., Gastonia.

There is no cost to you, but pre-registration is required by contacting Linda J. Minges - 704.922.2127 or linda_minges@ ncsu.edu before March 21st.

spayed , current on vaccines and micro-chipped. Please come meet our little Dinah this Friday and Saturday.

Chihuahuas are comical, entertaining, and loyal little dogs. They are absolutely brimming with personality – often a quirky and eccentric personality unmatched by any other breed.

Chihuahuas do seem to recognize and prefer their own breed, so it's a great idea to keep two of them.

Chihuahuas adore warmth.

They will seek out the tiniest sunspot in which to bask, and they tunnel under blankets and towels.

If you want a dog that: is small and easy to carry, comes in several different coats and colors, is oh-so-funny and entertaining in quirky ways, is very loyal, travels well, doesn't need much exercise, loves warm sunny climates, usually has a long lifespan…..then a Chihuahua may be right for you.

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 Friday from 6-9 pm and Saturday noon to 6 pm.

Tri-County Animal Rescue is a non-profit 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 TriCounty Animal Rescue, PO Box 483, Alexis, NC 28006.

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Mount Holly to open extension of greenway at Mtn. Island Park A ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating the progress of the Mount Holly Greenway Project will be held at the Mountain Island Park on Tuesday, March 27 at 5:30 PM. The Mountain Island Trail Extension will be commemorated at this event co-sponsored by the Mount Holly Community Development Foundation.

The 1.59-mile, one-way natural surface trail is part of the City of Mount Holly Parks system and the Carolina Thread Trail. This trail is considered easy to moderate in difficulty.

Hikers should wear comfortable shoes and use caution.

This scenic route along the Catawba River provides visitors a chance to exercise while they are taking in the sights and sounds of nature. This section of trail is part of Mount Holly’s greenway system.

The amenities at Mountain Island Park include a canoe and kayak launch, playground, handicapped fishing pier, primitive group camp sites, and walking trail.

Guests attending are asked to wear comfortable shoes.

Tours of the greenway will be conducted after the ceremony.

This event is open to the public.

For more information or to schedule an interview, please contact Mary Blomquist Smith at mary.smith@mtholly.us .

Gaston County Family YMCA launches campaign to support community needs The Gaston County Family YMCA launched its annual campaign March 1 to ensure that everyone in Gaston County has access to vital community programs and resources that support youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.

Every day, the Y works to support the people and neighborhoods that need it most by addressing community issues, such as school readiness, food insecurity, and water safety.

“Throughout Gaston County countless people know the Y. But These folks recently received campaigner training at the Warlick Family YMCA. YMCA photo there’s so much more to our Y than one might and teen, improving the na- to raise $423,000. Funds how you can support the think, said Molly D’Avria, tion’s health and well-being, raised will support nutrition Y’s cause, please contact Director of Advancement. and giving back and provid- programs, water safety initia- Molly D’Avria at mdavria@ “The Y is more than a gym. ing support to our neigh- tives, financial assistance for gastonymca.org or stop into It’s a cause. As a charity, bors.” membership and programs your local YMCA. You can we’re dedicated to nurturing This year, the Gaston and so much more. also learn more or give online the potential of every child County Family YMCA hopes To learn more about as gastonymca.org/giving.

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Gaston County Leonard Leo To Receive Benedict SHIIP Leadership Award introduction to Medicare workshop Leonard Leo, Executive Award will bring attention to Vice President of the Federal- those persecuted for their reliist Society for Law and Public gious beliefs and to the dignity Policy, has been named the secof all people, especially the disond recipient of the Benedict Leadership Award. The award, abled and the unborn.”

The Benedict Leadership given by the Benedict Leadership Institute at Belmont Abbey Institute was founded in 2016 College, will be presented in a to develop and inspire Cathopublic ceremony at Belmont lic leaders Abbey Colto translege on form sociMarch 22. ety in light The Institute seof their lected Leo faith. The above all for Benedict his dedicaLeadership tion to the Award is a defense of key activity religious liberty both in of the Instithe United tute.

States and T h e abroad and I n s titute for his perconfers the sonal witness to the Award ansanctity of nually, recLeonard Leo human life. ognizing Leo was outstanding men and women appointed by President George W. Bush to three terms to the whose achievements reflect the U.S. Commission on Interna- heroic leadership of St. Benetional Religious Freedom as dict. chairman, during which time he Recipients deliver a public traveled to Iraq, Saudi Arabia, address in their area of leaderNigeria, Sudan and Vietnam to assess country conditions on re- ship, and are presented with a $10,000 cash award. ligious freedom.

Belmont Abbey College, “While your life displays numerous reasons for being home of the Benedict Leaderworthy of the Benedict Lead- ship Institute, is a Catholic colership Award, the Committee lege located near Charlotte, NC. wished to honor and highlight your leadership in a few areas Founded in 1876 by Benedicin particular: your defense of tine monks, it is recognized by religious liberty and your per- the Cardinal Newman Society sonal witness to the sanctity of as one of America’s top Catholife,” wrote Executive Director lic colleges.

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Do you have questions about Medicare and the options and plans available to you?

The Gaston County Seniors’ Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP) and NC Cooperative Extension are holding a workshop to provide an introduction to Medicare and answer questions you may have about the various plans and programs.

Workshop attendees will learn about the features of Medicare health plan options, information they should consider when deciding which plan is best for their particular situation, ways to guard against Medicare fraud and abuse and services provided

by SHIIP. SHIIP is a division of the North Carolina Department

of Insurance that offers free, objective information about Medicare, Medicare supplements, Medicare Advantage plans, Medicare prescription drug plans, Medicare fraud and abuse, and long-term care insurance.

There is no charge to attend the workshop. Anyone who will soon be eligible for Medicare, is already receiving Medicare benefits or is caring for a Medicare beneficiary is welcome to attend.

The workshop will be held on Wednesday, March 28, 2018 from 1 – 4 PM at the Citizens Resource Center, 1303 Dallas-Cherryville Hwy., Dallas, NC 28034.

Please call (704) 922-2111 or (704) 922-2119 to pre-register for this workshop.

Nominations open for 2018 NC Awards Nominations are being accepted for the 2018 North Carolina Award, the highest civilian honor bestowed by the state, now through April 15. Created by the General Assembly in 1961, and administered by the North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources, the award recognizes “notable accomplishments by North Carolina citizens” in the fields of literature, science, fine arts and public service.

Award nominations may be submitted by anyone and must include a completed nomination form, cover letter, three letters of support and the nominee’s biography or resume. Additional letters of support and examples of the nominee’s work will also be accepted.

Applications may be submitted online or materials can be sent to the North Carolina Awards Committee, N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources, 4601 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, N.C. 27699-4600.

The North Carolina Awards Committee will review the nominations and make its selections this summer. The recipients will be honored during ceremonies in Raleigh later this year. Past award recipients have included some of the country’s most distinguished artists, poets, writers, performers, journalists, scientists and public servants.

Among previous award recipients are Gertrude Elion, John Hope Franklin, Ira David Wood, Hugh McColl, Ann Goodnight, and other noteworthy North Carolinians.

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Banner News Fellowship & Faith

Church Directory New Covenant United Methodist

First Baptist Church Mt. Holly

14514 Lucian Riverbend Hwy. 704-827-4468

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

South Main St • Mt Holly, NC

New Saint Paul Holiness Church

Cramerton Free Will Baptist

1529 Old Hwy. 27 Rd. 704-827-5851

416 Woodlawn Ave. 704-824-1745

North Main Baptist Church

Cramer Memorial United Methodist Church

1304 N. Main St. 704-827-6141

Restoration & Deliverance 804 W. Charlotte Ave. 704-820-0954 Revival Tabernacle of Mt. Holly 826 W. Charlotte Ave. 704-827-2999

Ridgeview Baptist Church 105 Pine Rd. 704-827-3856

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

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

BELMONT

Grace Wesleyan Church

Will of God Church

Alexander Memorial Baptist Church

6014 S. New Hope Rd 704-825-7959

513 Woodlawn Ave. 704-827-5185

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

Crossroads Wesleyan Church 101 Beaty Rd. 704-827-8381

Centerview Baptist Church

Henry’s Chapel Ame Zion Church 151 Henry Chapel Rd 704-825-0711

MT. HOLLY

Holy Comforter Lutheran Church

NC Highway 273 704-827-9846

216 N. Main St. 704-825-2483

Hood Memorial Ame Zion Church

Burge Memorial Methodist Church

455 Sacco St. 704-825-6007

312 W. Glendale Ave. 704-827-2726

Loves Chapel Presbyterian Church

Catawba Heights Church of God

204 Lincoln St. 704-825-8342

122 Tomberlin Rd. 704-827-4225

Lutheran Church of the Holy Comforter

CBC-Memorial Apostolic

2300 Acme Road 704-827-2061

216 N. Main St. 704-825-2483

East Belmont Baptist Church

Message of Love Church

501 Catawba Street 704-825-5780

306 Pearl Beaty Dr. 704-827-6500

East Belmont Church Of God

Mount Moriah Baptist Church

320 E. Catawba Street 704- 825-8845

110 Lincoln St. 704-825-2046

East Belmont Free Will Baptist

Mount Pleasant Missionary Baptist

909 Edgemont Ave 704-825-5346

212 South Street 704-825-7269

Ebenezer United Methodist Church

New Hope Presbyterian Church

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

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

Exodus Church

New Life Baptist Church

101 S. Main Street 704-755-5034

201 Oak Trail 704-822-6195

First Baptist Church

New Mills Chapel Fire Baptized

23 N. Central Avenue 704-825-3758

104 Morning Glory Ave. 704-825-5457

First Foursquare Gospel Church

North Belmont Church of God

8 Elizabeth Street 704-825-5811

2316 Acme Rd. 704-827-4092

First Presbyterian Church

O’Conner Grove Church Ame Zion

102 S. Central Ave 704-825-3357

613 N. Main Street 704-825-5576

First Presbyterian-Belmont

Park Street United Methodist

112 S. Central Ave 704-829-0668

120 Park Street 704-825-8480

First United Methodist Church of Belmont

Power of the Spirit Church

807 South Point Road 704-825-2106

Fresh Anointing Church of God

118 School Street 704-827-7071

Queen Of The Apostles Catholic Church

71 McAdenville Road 704-825-7283

503 N. Main Street 704-825-9600

Friendship Baptist Church

Sanctuary of Praise Ministries

5008 S. New Hope Rd 704-825-3276

124 Georgia Belle Ave. 704-579-7823

Gaston Christian Church

South Point Baptist Church

5339 S. New Hope Rd 704-825-8252

124 Horsley Ave. 704-825-9516

Goshen Presbyterian Church

South Point Freewill Baptist

Roper Street 704-827-6280

Grace Korean Ch Assembly-God 124 Georgia Belle Ave 704-965-1004

Bethel Baptist Church

297 Gaither Rd. 704-825-8045

South Point United Methodist 510 South Point Church Rd. 704-825-4019

Springwood Freewill Baptist 220 Park Terrace Dr. 704-827-7801

St. Marks United Methodist Church 701 Secrest Ave. 704-825-8175

Stowe Memorial Baptist Church 26 Kee Rd. 704-825-5987

The Pointe 6700 Wilkinson Blvd 704-825-1709

Unity Baptist Church 1005 Catawba St. 704-825-8730

Upper Room United Pentecostal 1405 Armstrong Ford Rd. 704-825-0604

230 W. Charlotte Ave. 704-827-0968

St. Anthony of Padua Traditional Catholic Church 108 Horseshoe Bend Beach Rd. 704-827-8676 1529 Old Hwy 27 Rd. 704-827-5851

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

Way of the Cross Baptist Church

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

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

First Baptist Church-Mt. Holly 300 S. Main St. 704-827-2481

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

STANLEY Amazing Grace Baptist Church 7280 Sifford Rd. 704-827-6277

Christ’s Evangelical Lutheran Community Pentecostal Center

324 N. Lee St. 704-827-1993

320 Ralph Handsel Blvd.

704-263-8731

Westview Presbyterian Church

First United Methodist Church

1020 W. Catawba Ave. 704-827-2026

217 N. Main St. 704-263-2691

First Presbyterian Church

3100 Bethlehem Church St. 704-823-5050

709 Rankin Ave. 704-671-8640

235 8th Ave. 704-824-1991

Wesley Chapel Holiness Church

Community Christian Fellowship

Cornerstone Family Worship

First Baptist Church

203 S. Main St. 704-263-2621

LOWELL

707 Westland Farm Rd. 704-822-8033

East Wilkinson Blvd.

704-824-5319

238 Lanier Ave. 704-827-8111

324 N. Lee St. 704-827-5526

Core Church

Cramerton Temple of God Church

St. Paul FHB Church

Chapel Baptist Church

2560 Stanley Lucia Rd. 704-827-5881

154 N. Main St. 704-824-3831

Bethlehem Church Carolina Community Baptist 604 Martha Ave 704-824-2872

Center Baptist Church S. New Hope Rd. 704-824-4121

512 Old Mount Holly Rd. 704-263-4275

Gold Hill Missionary Baptist Church 7447 Old Plank Rd. 704-827-7966

New Faith Baptist Church 1224 Mayberry Rd. 704-263-0249

New Life Baptist Church

Epic Church

527 N. Buckoak St. 704-263-4647

100 Indian Walk 704-671-4652

Springfield Memorial Baptist Church

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

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

2920 Dallas-Stanley Highway 704-263-4426

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

Stanley Pentecostal Holiness Church

First Free Will Baptist Church

Lowell Smyre United Methodist Church

113 E. Parkwood St. 704-263-2131

841 Noles Dr. 704-827-7461

201 N. Main St. 704-824-8814

Trinity Full Gospel Church

First Presbyterian Church

Mt. Calvary Baptist Church

133 S. Main St. 704-827-0521

120 Branch St. 704-824-4535

First United Methodist Church

First Baptist Church of Lowell

140 N. Main St. 704-827-4855

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

Goshen Free Will Baptist Church

First Baptist Church

1300 W. Catawba Ave. 704-827-3076

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

Grace Baptist Church

New Life Church

300 Westland Farm Rd. 704-827-8600

128 Robbins St. 704-824-1356

Hickory Grove Baptist Church

Presbyterian Church of Lowell

3717 Hickory Grove Rd. 704-827-3939

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

Jehovah’s Witnesses

Restoration Church

1736 Kelly Rd. 704-263-0199

1800 Spencer Mountain Rd. 704-824-5250

Lighthouse Full Gospel Church

Woodlawn Baptist Church

530 N. Hawthorne St. 704-827-1442

1101 N. Main St. 704-824-4261

Living Witness Ministries 541 Costner St. 704-827-0004

Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd 110 S. Main St. 704-827-4751

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

McADENVILLE Lakeview Baptist Church 143 Church St. 704-824-5380

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

303 Sunset Dr. 704-263-9765

United In Action of Stanley 5481 Hickory Grove Rd. 704-524-0555

BESSEMER CITY Bright Light Baptist Church 112 White Jenkins Rd. 704-681-2017

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

CRAMERTON

Mt. Sinai Baptist Church

Cramerton Independent Presbyterian Church

339 S. Hawthorne St. 704-827-4320

151 8th Ave. 704-824-3889

Containers/Trailers Sales & Storage Rental

704-867-2317

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Banner-News Obituaries

Reginald Lavon Laye Reginald Lavon Laye took the hand of his Lord and went home Sunday, March 11, 2018. Born in North Belmont, North Carolina, May 22, 1932 to parents Robert Lee Laye and Wilma Taylor Laye, he was a graduate of Belmont High School, Belmont Abbey College, and Appalachian State University. After serving in the United States Navy, Lavon taught mathematics and coached at West Mecklenburg High School (1959-1966) until he and his family moved to Shelby, North Carolina

where he served as Personnel/ Human Relations manager in plants in the Dover/Doran Textile Company and Motor Panels Corporation.

Lavon loved his Lord, his family, and his work that enabled him to love and serve others in many ways. He was a member of Aldersgate United Methodist Church, Shelby, North Carolina, for 44 years where he served faithfully in the Chancel Choir, as a teacher in the Bayliss Fellowship Class and a member of several councils and committees. He was a member of Blair Road United Methodist Church (Genesis Class) at the time of his death.

Lavon served in the Walk to Emmaus community and helped to organize the Kairos Prison Ministry in western North Carolina. Working with the Kairos ministry was a very important part of his life, and he lovingly gave himself to that work.

He is survived by his bride of 59 years, Dorothy Helms Laye; and two sons, Richard Lavon (Dick) and his wife, Ellen, and Kevin Dowd and

wife, Kimberley; his three grandsons: Zachary, Evan and Travis Laye; and his sister, Patricia Garren (Bill). He is also survived by his dear extended family: sister and brother-in-law, Kathy and Lee Madden; niece and nephew, Marie Humphrey (Todd) and Joel Madden (Amy Sue) and their families.

Interment will be held at Aldersgate United Methodist Church, 1207 E. Dixon Blvd., Shelby, NC on Saturday, March 17, at 2:00 PM, Rev Charles Walls officiating.

A celebration of life will be held in the Fellowship Hall at Aldersgate Continuing Care Retirement Community, 3800 Shamrock Drive, Charlotte, North Carolina on Sunday March 18 at 2:00 PM with Chaplin Karen Moore, Rev. Lynn Upchurch, and Rev. Charles Walls officiating. In lieu of flowers, a gift may be made to Kairos of North Carolina, PO Box 2543, Shelby, North Carolina 28151, or to Aldersgate Residents Financial Assistance Fund, 3800 Shamrock Drive, Charlotte, North Carolina 28215.

Rachel Broome Martin MOUNT HOLLY- Rachel Broome Martin, age 94, of Mount Holly, passed away Saturday, March 10, 2018 at Courtland Terrace in Gastonia. She was born in Gaston County daughter of the late George G. and Della Mullis Broome. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by two brothers Carl Broome and Ray Broome. She was a retired

Meditations

No one is perfect

Meet Hondo, one of the two police dogs that works for the Mount Holly Police Department. He is pictured here with his handler, Officer Austin Cox. Police dogs (often called K9s) assist in the execution of the police officer’s duties. Canine officers agree to the additional responsibility of training and caring for their police dogs. Police dogs can be used for many purposes, depending upon their training: Discover illicit drugs, explosives, chemicals and other illegal substances; Find and rescue individuals that are missing or have been kidnapped; Track and apprehend fugitives fleeing from the law; Locate evidence from crime scenes; Inspect vehicles; Deter criminals who might otherwise confront or assault a police officer; Identify people who have been carrying or have been in contact with illegal drugs and controlled substances; Hondo’s high intelligence, incredible sense of smell, and enthusiasm for his work makes him a valuable asset to Mt. Holly Police Department.

City of Mt. Holly photo

Creating Memories With Dignity & Respect

BENSON

Funeral & Cremation SERVICE

101 Oak Grove St. • Mt. Holly, NC 28120

704-827-1801

Several years ago, I was out of town with some colleagues. We were soon to board the airline home. One colleague said, “Angela, you pray because you are more holy than we are.”

I always enjoy a time to pray, but I responded, “Do you not have the same Spirit of God as I?” When we think about the great preachers and other saints in history, people often say, “They are so godly. I Rev. Angela Pleasants wish I could be like that.” I understand District there are Christians of great faith we Superintendent admire and can learn from their life. I of Catawba Valley marvel at the life of the great martyrs Methodist Churches in our history. I admire the life of St. Francis of Assisi, St. Catherine of Siena, Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Sojourner Truth, and many others. But, I also realize the same Spirit that inspired their life also resides within me. “His divine power has granted to us all things that pertain to life and godliness, through the knowledge of him who called us to his own glory and excellence, by which he has granted to us his precious and very great promises, so that through them you may become partakers of the divine nature, having escaped from the corruption that is in the world because of sinful desire.” II Peter 1:3-4 ESV. Our living is not about us being perfect. No one is perfect.

But, we come to Jesus in our imperfections and weakness. God has made available to us ALL that we need to live a life pleasing to him and that honors him. “But he said to me, ‘My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.’ Therefore I will boast all the more gladly of my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest upon me. When I am weak, then I am strong.” II Corinthians 12:9, 10b ESV. How can we open ourselves fully to God’s power to live in a way that honors him? Peter informs us this is made available through the knowledge of Jesus Christ. We grow in godliness through an intimate relationship with Jesus. We also grow when we practice the presence of God. We practice the presence when we worship, study the Word, fellowship, and pray.

At the end of each day, I pray the Examen. I reflect on these questions, “Where did I see God most in my life today? Where did I experience his gifts and fruit of the Spirit today? God, show me where I was out of tune with you today.”

When we seek God daily, he shows us where we need to grow. “I am the Lord your God, who teaches you what is best for you, who directs you in the way you should go.” Isaiah 48:17 NIV. So, welcome his Spirit in you, and daily he will guide you.

lab technician with Sodeyco Chemical and was a former member of Catawba Heights Baptist Church.

She is survived by one son Ricky Martin and wife Jennie of Mount Holly; one daughter Ronda Barker and husband Benny of Denver; one brother Harold Dean Broome of Ruskin, Fla; one sister Muriel Featherstone of Belmont; six grandchildren Courtney, Stefanie, Jamie, Brad, Jerod, and Jennifer; and seven great-grandchildren.

Mom enjoyed and loved her family. We have many wonderful family memories that have touched our hearts, brought tears to our eyes, or made us laugh out loud. Her journey here on earth was a long one, 94 years. It is now complete. She is united with her precious mother, father and two loving brothers. Although we say goodbye with sad hearts, we know we were blessed to have her in our lives. We loved her every day and now we will miss her

every day.

Our heartfelt thanks go to Carillon Assisted Living, Courtland Terrace and Gaston Hospice who showed such compassion and concern for her care for many years.

We wish God’s blessings on those who choose to care for our elderly and who make a difference in the quality of life they have.

A graveside service to celebrate the life of Mrs. Martin was held 2:00 pm Tuesday, March 13 at Hillcrest Gardens Cemetery in Mount Holly with Pastor Micah Kearney officiating. Memorials may be made to Hospice of Gaston County, P.O. Box 3984 Gastonia, NC 28053. Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.woodlawnfuneral.org. Woodlawn Funeral Home of Mount Holly is serving the family.

What’s your choice?

Do you enjoy a good buf- People today often live for fet? There is nothing better themselves, not caring how than a long buffet full of won- they may serve God, or their derful food. Whether you like fellow man. Ultimately these various meats, vegetables, or men were hopeless, awaiting desserts, it is all there. How- their certain deaths upon their ever, the one thing about a own crosses. A lifetime of sin buffet is, you must make a had caught up with them. Just choice. You cannot the same, we are just stand and look hopeless without without picking God, facing judgsomething. You ment. However, will probably hold these two crimiup the line, while nals had a choice making everyone to make. Between behind you upset. them hung Jesus This Easter seaChrist, literally son, as we talk so dying for them. much about Jesus He had no sin, yet Christ’s death Rev. Trent Rankin He was dying for and resurrection, Salvation Church their sin. Would we must make a Gastonia, NC they receive Him, choice. We have salvationchurchnc.org or reject? to make a choice salvationchurchnc@gmail.com We find that about Jesus. one criminal conLuke 23:32tinued to reject Jesus, mock43 records the story of Jesus ing Him till the very end.

Christ being crucified. After However, one received Jesus. facing trials, beatings, and That day he, confessing his mockery, Jesus is led down guilt, looked to Jesus and the streets of Jerusalem to the said simply, “Lord rememsite of His crucifixion. Jesus is forced to bear His own ber me when You come into cross as He makes His way Your kingdom” (Luke 23:42, to the place of execution. He NKJV). Jesus replied, “Today collapses beneath the load of you will be with Me in parathe cross. A man by the name dise” (Luke 23:43, NKJV). of Simon is made to carry His This dying criminal found cross for Him. As Jesus ar- salvation that day in Jesus rives at the site, He is cruelly Christ. Much like these two nailed to the cross, along with criminals, you must make two criminals, one on the left a choice concerning Jesus. of Him, and one on the right. Will you continue to reject When we consider these Him, while living for yourtwo criminals, we find two self? If so, you face an etermen who reflect us many nal separation from God just times. These men were guilty. as the criminal did. Will you There was no doubt they were receive Him, and find salvacriminals who had robbed and tion through Him as you will cheated their whole lives. In join Him one day in paradise? the same way, we are guilty These men made their choice. too, of sin. Each person be- One regrets that choice still cause of their sin nature, is today, while the other walks guilty before God. Not only streets of gold with Jesus. were these criminals guilty, You too must make a decibut they had spent their entire sion about Jesus. What is lives living for themselves. your choice?

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Candidate filing complete The period for candidate filing for the May 8, 2018 primary election in Gaston County wrapped up on February 28. Here is a list of filers with their party affiliations.

US House Of Representatives District 10 (DEM) David Wilson Brown DEM US House Of Representatives District 10 (REP) Gina Collias REP Patrick McHenry REP Jeff Gregory REP Ira Roberts REP Seth Blankenship REP Albert Lee Wiley, Jr. REP NC State Senate District 43 (DEM) Altriese Price DEM NC State Senate District 43 (REP) Kathy Harrington REP NC State Senate District 43 (LIB) Mitchell D. Bridges LIB NC State Senate District 44 (DEM) David Lee Lattimore DEM NC State Senate District 44 (REP) Ted Alexander REP David L. Curtis REP Martin Oakes REP NC House Of Representatives District 108 (DEM) Robert Kellogg DEM NC House Of Representatives District 108 (REP) John A. Torbett REP NC House Of Representatives District 109 (DEM)

Susan Maxon DEM NC House Of Representatives District 109 (REP) Dana Bumgardner REP NC House Of Representatives District 110 (DEM) Christy McCleary DEM NC House Of Representatives District 110 (REP) Charlene High REP Kelly E. Hastings REP District Attorney District 38 (REP) Locke Bell REP Gaston County Board Of Commissioners Dallas Township (DEM) Daniel R. Caudill DEM Gaston County Board Of Commissioners Dallas Township (REP) Tracy L. Philbeck REP Gaston County Board Of Commissioners Gastonia Township (DEM) Diana Marenfeld DEM Gaston County Board Of Commissioners Gastonia Township (REP) Tom Keigher REP Gaston County Board Of Commissioners Riverbend Township (DEM) Jennifer Graham DEM Gaston County Board Of Commissioners Riverbend Township (REP) Chad Brown REP Gaston County Clerk Of Superior Court (REP) Larry Brown REP Gaston County Sheriff (DEM) Alan Cloninger DEM Important Dates

Springfield Elementary School invited several Town of Stanley staffers to take part in the Read Across America event last week including Tammy Calhoun, Firefighter Pat Cook and Deputy Chief Ashley Price (pictured)). Everyone enjoyed the time to get together and hear some great stories.

March 19, 2018 Mail-out absentee voting begins for the Primary Election (if ballots available) April 13, 2018 (5:00 pm) Last day to register to vote or make party affiliation changes for the May 8, 2018 Primary Election April 19, 2018 (8:00 am) One-Stop Absentee Voting (Early Voting) for the Primary Election begins May 1, 2018 (5:00 pm) Last day to request an absentee ballot for the Primary Election May 5, 2018 (1:00 pm) One-Stop Absentee Voting (Early Voting) for the Primary Election ends May 7, 2018 (5:00 pm) Last day to apply for absentee ballot for voters who expect to be unable to vote in the Primary Election due to sickness or physical disability May 8, 2018 (12:00 noon) Deadline to submit petition signatures for unaffiliated candidacy on November 6, 2018 General Election ballot May 8, 2018 (5:00 pm) Deadline for receipt of civilian mail-out absentee ballots for the Primary Election May 8, 2018 PRIMARY ELECTION (polls open 6:30 am and close at 7:30 pm) May 11, 2018 (10:00 am) Sample hand-to-eye count of the Primary Election

At their February meeting, Teens Changing Gaston County members assisted BackPack Weekend Food Program with packaging the bags of non-perishable food items that will be distributed to Gaston County students in need.

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Teens Changing Gaston County board gives back

Teens Changing Gaston County is a youth-led philanthropy board, consisting of 9th-12th grade students in Gaston County. A partnership between the Community Foundation of Gaston County and Gaston County YMCA established the program twelve years ago. At their most recent meeting, the Board evaluated grant applications from fellow peers regarding service projects. With funds administered by the Community Foundation, the teens award a total of $5,437.36 impacting several local organizations including, Holy Angels, Boy Scouts of America and Habitat for Humanity.

Gaston County Family YMCA – Kristina Vaher will use the funds to build children’s reading area and library at two YMCA locations in Gaston County to provide access to books for children in the after school and summer programs.

Holy Angels – funds will be used by Rich Gray to provide the Holy Angels Greenhouse with better products to ensure quality growth through a new irrigation system.

Crisis Pregnancy Center – Trent Tatum will use funds to assist new parents get the resources and support necessary to raise their new families.

Boy Scouts of America – funds will be used

by Liam Whalen to build a deck to enhance the outdoor experience at the Warlick Family YMCA The ARC of Gaston County – “Handicap Holiday Dances”, a project started by Rennie Pearson will give adults and children with intellectual and developmental disabilities a unique opportunity to socialize with others through dances at the ARC of Gaston County Stanley mayor Steven Denton read to the enHabitat for Humanity – Shane Fogarty will tire fourth grade, at Kiser Elementary, on Read Across America Day. The book, ‘Worst of Friends’ taught students about Thomas Jefferson, John Adams and the importance of friendship.

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Students in Mrs. White’s third grade class at Kiser Elementary, have recently been learning about city government and infrastructure. As a class activity, students identified concerns in the Town of Stanley and wrote letters to the town manager Heath Jenkins asking for help resolving the issues. Jenkins wrote a letter back to each and every student and delivered them to Mrs. White’s class in person.

Town of Stanley photo

use funds to revitalize the community garden located on Parkdale Avenue, a street made up of houses constructed by Habitat for Humanity.

Boy Scouts of America – Quint Crowder will use funds to renovate the observation dock and surrounding areas of the Gaston Christian campus.

My Hands, His Glory – “The Get Lit” summer literacy workshop for rising third-graders will provide Gaston County students with key tips to improve their reading skills and parents with more information about end of grade testing requirements.

Boy Scouts of America – funds will be used

by David Efird to build a fire pit and a woodshed at the Warlick Family YMCA As a follow up to giving the grants the Teens Changing Gaston County board will visit several of the nonprofits that were awarded grant funding to volunteer and experience philanthropy first hand.Cynthia Garcia, a TCGC board member reflected upon the experience and said, “I was astonished to witness the philanthropic hearts of all of the board members when the time came to discuss the grants we would distribute. Throughout the meeting everyone brought up great arguments as to why we should fully fund, partially fund, or not fund a project at all, after much deliberation we all finally came to a consensus about the grants we wanted to award. It’s safe to say that we all feel passionate about serving and impacting our community and I am very excited to go visit grant sites and see the impact we have made.”

Owners Jim Naylor and Zack Naylor are open for business in Great Clips, just down from the Harris Teeter supermarket in the new Belmont Town Center, and they invited fellow Montcross Chamber members, friends and customers to their ribbon-cutting. Great Clips is the world's largest salon brand, with 1,200 franchises, 4,100 salons and more than 40,000 stylists.

Montcross Chamber photo

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MONTCROSS AREA’S

DINING Guide Belmont Beijing To Go 1420 Perfection Ave. Belmont, NC 28012 704-827-5838 Supply 101 Kenwood St. Belmont, NC 28012 704-829-7788 Brenda’s Cake Gallery 11 S. Main St. Belmont, NC 28012 704-825-2253 Buddy’s BBQ Inc. 5945 W. Wilkinson Blvd.

Belmont, NC 28012 704-825-8777 Captain’s Cap 670 Park St. Belmont, NC 28012 (704-825-4103 Caravan Coffee & Dessert Bar 11 S. Main St. Belmont, NC 28012 704-829-7711

Joe’s Touch of Italy 503 S. Central Ave. Belmont, NC 28012 704-825-2805 Johnny B’s Pizza 106 N. Main St. Belmont, NC 28012 704-825-8900 New China 6517 W. Wilkinson Blvd.

Belmont, NC 28012 704-829-1010 Old Stone Steak House 23 S. Main St. Belmont, NC 28012 704-825-9995 Peace-N-Hominy Q Shack 403 E. Catawba St. • Ste 200 Belmont, NC 28012 704-464-7647 Reach Out of The Box 360 Glen Arbor St. Belmont, NC 28012 704-825-3446

Catfish Cove 1401 Armstrong Ford Rd. Belmont, NC 28012 704-825-3332

Rita’s Family Restaurant 108 Beaty Rd. Belmont, NC 28012 704-820-0110

Cherubs Cafe 23 N. Main St. Belmont, NC 28012 704-825-0414

Sake Express 675 Park St. Belmont, NC 28012 704-461-0400

Chicken King 501 Woodlawn St. Belmont NC 28012 704-827-5700

Sammy’s Neighborhood Pub 25 S. Main St. Belmont NC 28012 704-825-4266

Demetrios Pizzeria 6928 W. Wilkinson Blvd.

Belmont, NC 28012 704-825-0057

Simonetti’s Pizza 6432 W. Wilkinson Blvd.

Belmont, NC 28012 704-825-5555

Friends Sports Bar & Grill 16 N. Main St. Belmont, NC 28012 704-825-1401

Southpoint Grill 1901 S. Point Rd. Belmont, NC 28012 704-829-1043

Glenway Premium Pub 55 Glenway St., Belmont, NC 29012 704-829-7717

String Bean The Fresh Market & Deli 106 N. Main St. Belmont, NC 28012 704-825-3636

H&M Deli and Market 1019 Wilkinson Blvd.

Belmont, NC 28012 704-820-8611

Sub Corral Sandwich Shop 6831 W. Wilkinson Blvd.

Belmont, NC 28012 704-825-5466 Taxco Mexican Grill 6418 W. Wilkinson Blvd.

Belmont, NC 28012 704-825-2108 The Grill 682 Park St. Belmont, NC 28012 704-825-5179 White’s Restaurant 417 Catawba St. Belmont, NC 28012 704-825-3886 Wingstreet 685 Park St. Belmont, NC 28012 704-825-7335

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East Gaston baseball wins three straight

by John Wilson john.bannernews@gmail.com

should result in some interesting match ups.

Head coach Randy SellSo far so good for East ers has to be pleased with the Gaston Warriors baseball. path his team has taken so far.

East Gaston baseball has “We are off to a good started the 2018 season at 3-1.

They are playing some solid ball.

The season started with a tough loss to South Point.

However, that didn’t seem to faze EG as the Warriors followed up by beating Chase, Cramer and Shelby.

The Warriors beat Chase 4-3 with Zach Adams pitching for playing most of the game.

Adams pitched 5 innings.

He had 4 strikeouts and gave up 3 runs.

Charles Black came in for Adams in relief and was credited with a save.

Black struck out 2 batters and didn’t give up any runs.

East Gaston’s top batter against Chase was Caleb Hager who went 2 for 3 with 1 run scored Cramer put Noah Breakfield on the mound to face the Cramer Storm. The junior pitched 4 innings and only CLUES ACROSS gave up 2 runs.

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EG’s top hitters were Jolly, 16. West African country Logan Russell and Ethan 17. Philippine island Woodward with 2 hits each.

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start this season,” Sellers said. “Our players have been working hard and look forward to competing in our new conference.”

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Gaston Christian School opens baseball season With baseball now in full swing, Gaston Christian School (1-1) began its season with a split against two high-level teams from Winston Salem and Raleigh.

GCS kicked off the new season underneath its brand new lights with a tough loss (7-2) to a solid Forsyth Country Day squad. Junior pitcher Nate Ledford and freshman pitcher Grayson Guy took a no-hit bid into the 7th inning; however, after an unfortunate sequence of events, Forsyth

took the lead late and GCS was unable to rally in the bottom of the 7th. Despite the tough loss, the Eagles were led at the plate by sophomore Carson Lankford, who went 1-1, with two walks and one RBI. Sophomore Casey Hagaman and junior Ethan Revels also added a hit.

Following the tough loss, the Eagles bounced back with an impressive 11-1 victory over a scrappy North Raleigh team. Junior Nate Ledford led the Eagles on

the mound with a completegame, 3-hitter while tallying 6 strikeouts. At the plate, the Eagles scored early and often. Freshman Grayson Guy tallied 4 RBI’s by way of a 1st inning, grand slam over the right field fence.

Junior Kevin Riley had an impressive two hit performance at the plate. Freshman Cody Chapman, junior Caleb Venn, and sophomore Casey Hagaman all joined the hit parade.

Congratulations to the Mount Holly Parks and Rec. Dream 8-10 year old girls basketball team on winning the end of season tournament. During the season, the Dream played teams from Belmont, Cramerton, Gastonia and Lowell. Team members include Abreona Harris, Alexa Cloninger, Aniya Hawkins, Ava Barber, Gloria Thomas, Jenna Washam, Lydia Tench. Madeline Moore, Mallory Hall and Megan Merritt. Coaches for the Dream were Justin Cloninger and Stacey Hall.

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Cramerton Middle school kids help the needy

By Alan Hodge alan.bannernews@gmail.com

Cramerton Middle School Project Unify members, teachers, and representatives from Centerview Baptist are seen with food the kids collected and donated. Students include Abbie Courtney, Nick Brockington, Matthew Rink, Matthew Avery, Ryan Nguyen, Cassidy White, Ross Helton, Candy Hernandez-Sharpe, Lilly Riley (Regular Ed class), Not pictured Nigel Butler.

Centerview guys- Daniel Reece, Mickey Cook, James Haas, Yates Abernethy. Teacher assistants Maureen Lodato, and Tonya Wiggins, and teacher Tasha Burris.

Photo by Alan Hodge

A group of Cramerton Middle School students recently plunged themselves into a worthwhile cause.

The Project Unity Club group of 6th, 7th, and 8th graders began looking for a way to reach out and help less fortunate members of our community and decided to collect canned and other packaged food and donate it to a worthy organization. The place they selected was the Loaves and Fishes community pantry located at Centerview Baptist Church, 2300 Acme Rd. in North Belmont.

Last week, representatives from the church visited Cramerton Middle to collect

the eats and meet the kids in person.

Pastor Daniel Reece had this remark.

“The donation is a wonderful gesture,” he said. “It will help meet many needs.”

Deacon Mickey Cook agreed.

“It is a fantastic thing and very heartwarming to know the kids did this.”

Deacon James Haas also praised the kids.

“It’s great they have care for those less fortunate.”

The kids all agreed help-

ing others is important.

“To help them survive makes me feel good,” said 7th grader Cassidy White.

“It’s a good thing for everybody,” remarked 6th grader Candy HernandezSharpe.

Tonya Wiggins was one of the teachers assistants that helped organize the food drive.

“The kids get the credit, they came up with the idea and collected over 2,000 food items,” Wiggins said.

Emmily Mobley

Local students advance to state science fair

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Three students will represent Gaston County Schools in the N.C. Science and Engineering Fair, and one student is headed to the international competition in Pittsburgh.

Advancing to the state contest in the elementary school division is Trevor Pillow of Hawks Nest STEAM Academy and advancing in the high school division are Allison Kaercher and Alex Klasing of Stuart W. Cramer High School.

In addition, Emily Mobley of Stuart W. Cramer High School (pictured) qualified to compete at the Intel International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF) in Pittsburgh, May 13-18. Mobley’s project, The Lethal Effects of ‘GenX’ on Daphnia Magna, was one of two projects to qualify for the prestigious international competition.

The students are moving to a higher level of competition after earning top honors at the Region 6 Science and Engineering Fair held on February 17 at UNC-Charlotte.

Below is a list of award winners at the regional science and engineering fair: Jackson Bryant, Gardner Park Elementary - Methods for Cleaning Tables Belmont Abbey College STEAM Award Nikki Bortolussi, Rankin Elementary - Fossil Superposition: Fact or Fooled?

Ned M. Fowler Award Trevor Pillow, Hawks

Nest STEAM Academy Soda-Bot UNCC College of Engineering STEAM Award N.C. Science and Engineering Fair Qualifier Allison Kaercher, Stuart W. Cramer High School Comparison of the Genetics of Local and Non-Local Honeybee Variants Second Place - Excellence in Biotechnology Second Place - Earth and Environmental Science Category N.C. Science and Engineering Fair Qualifier Alex Klasing, Stuart W. Cramer High School - Second Generation Fusion Reactions in Quasineutral Isotropic Plasmas UNCC Excellence in Physics Award Third Place - Physics Category N.C. Science and Engineering Fair Qualifier Emmily Mobley, Stuart W. Cramer High School The Lethal Effects of ‘Gen X’ on Daphnia Magna Third Place - Excellence in Biotechnology NASA Earth System Science Award Second Place - N.C. American Waterworks Association Office of Naval Research Award Stockholm Junior Water Prize Nomination International Science and Engineering Fair Qualifier

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Ellis in running for state honor, national recognition

Stuart Cramer High held its annual Miss Stuart Cramer event last week. Everyone had a great time and the following young ladies were honored- left to right: Emma Cloninger- 1st runner up, Paige Valego- Miss Stuart W Cramer, Makayla Johnson- 2nd runner up.

Photo by Ted Slack

Hunter Huss High School science teacher Michelle Ellis is in the running for a state honor and recognition on a national level.

Ellis is one of three finalists in the Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST) program. She and the other two finalists -- one from Asheville and one from Polk County -- are competing to represent North Carolina in the national recognition program as the state’s top science teacher for grades 7-12.

“Just becoming a finalist for the award is truly a blessing,” said Ellis, who teaches earth and environmental science.

While Ellis was surprised to earn the nomination, Hunter Huss principal Brent Boone was not. He says Ellis is an excellent teacher, who makes a difference every day.

“In her classroom, science is interesting, fun, and interactive,” Boone said. “Outside the classroom, she challenges students to be the best at whatever they are doing. She

Michelle Ellis (center) with students.

Gaston Schools Photo is a leader in education and a role model for students and her colleagues.”

The PAEMST program is designed to identify and recognize outstanding science, math, and computer science teachers who value STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) education. North Carolina will have one winner for math and one winner for science. If Ellis wins, she will receive a trip to Washington, D.C. to

attend an awards ceremony, engage in professional development, and network with other winners.

The National Science Foundation oversees the awards program on behalf of The White House Office of Science and Technology Policy. Since 1983, more than 4,700 teachers have been recognized through the program for their contributions in the classroom and to the teaching profession.

These Mt Holly Middle School students were among the 100 or so hardy folks who recently jumped into the chilly waters of Lineberger Park pool as part of the Polar Plunge to raise funds for the Gaston County Special Olympics. The annual Spring Games event will be held April 20 at North Gaston High School.

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Lady Warriors softball off to good start

By John Wilson john.bannernews@gmail.com

After losing to South Point 6-5 in their opener East Gaston’s softball team has won three in a row.

Last week the Lady Warriors were busy.

EG played three games in five days.

Things went well for the Lady Warriors as they beat Chase 11-8, Forestview 14-4 and Shelby 10-9.

East Gaston is now 3-1 overall and 2-1 in Southwestern 2A Conference play.

East Gaston got past Chase with some solid play in the 1st and 5th innings. The Lady Warriors combined for nine of their 11 runs in those innings.

Peyton Kegley got the nod to pitch against Chase. Kegley held her own staying in for the whole game. During her time on the mound Kegley struck out four batters.

Kegley also had a great day swinging the bat going 2 for 3 with 2 RBI’s.

Carleigh Sutherland also had a solid day against the Lady Trojans finishing with a .667 batting average. Sutherland went 2 for 3 with a pair if RBI’s.

Against Forestview, the Lady Warriors started slow but got things going with strong performances in the 3rd and 4th innings.

Kegley again, got the pitching start. She stayed in for all five innings of play.

The top East Gaston bats for Forestview were Meagan Vernon, Kennedy Ballard and Kegley.

Vernon had a .667 average against the Lady Jaguars.

Ballard and Kegley both batted .500.

In the final game of the week the Lady Warriors got a real scare from Shelby.

The Lady Lions came to play.

Shelby took it to EG early and held the lead up until the last inning.

In the 7th inning EG recovered and turned on the afterburners. The Lady Warriors scored 5 runs to take the lead and the game.

Emily Allen had a phenomenal day at the plate. Allen went 4 for 4 and had 3 RBI’S and had 3 runs scored.

East Gaston head coach Kaci Wilcox like what she sees the ladies doing so far.

“They are just clicking.”

This time last year things were different.

East Gaston started the season losing four in a row.

Last year’s team struggled, they finished the 2017 campaign 7-15.

The girls that came back seemed to have grown. It’s apparent they learned a lot from last year.

“I only have one returning senior,” Wilcox said. “We have six returning juniors.”

This year’s squad seems to pulling together as a team. They are doing the little things that make winning possible.

“They hang out with each other doing things together,” coach Wilcox went on. “At practice they’re doing things without me telling them what to do.”

Wilcox believes that this year squad is going to have some success.

“We aren’t undefeated,” Wilcox noted.

“But, I see this season being a winning season. These girls are just incredible.”

The Gaston County Middle School Cheer Showcase was held at South Point High School on March 6. Belmont Middle was named Best Overall Cheer Winner, Chavis Middle - Best Dance Winner, Stanley Middle - Best Spirit Winner.

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The Cramerton Middle School Eagles finished the season with a perfect record and the County Basketball Championship after defeating the Belmont Wildcats 70-55 last Thursday afternoon at Forestview High School. Team members, staff, students, and cheerleaders celebrate the win.

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The Belmont Middle School cheerleaders Pledge Allegiance.

Photos by Bill Bostick Tar Heel Sports Photography

Cramerton Eagles finish season with perfect record

The Cramerton Eagles coach Jason Cabe urges his team on to victory.

Cramerton’s Brenton Elliott #21 turns the ball over as he attempts to get between two Cramerton’s #5 Kory Davis shoots over Belmont defenders. #24 of Belmont Jake Beaty.

#11 of Cramerton Kendall Davis puts the fake on Belmont’s Will Kelly just before he lays the ball in for 2 points.

South Point High School teacher Bobbie Cavnar was recognized for winning the NEA Foundation’s national award for teaching excellence. N.C. House Representative John Torbett also honored Cavnar with two plaques from the North Carolina General Assembly.

Cramerton’s Camury Reid #4 drives by Bel- Kory Davis of Cramerton shoots over #5 Will mont’s Will Kelly on the way to the basket.

Kelly of Belmont.

Ingram signs letter of intent Stuart Cramer High tennis team player Andrew Ingram recently signed a letter of intent for Brevard College.

Seen at the signing are his parents L-R front row: Kim Ingram and Eddie Ingram, and Coaches L-R back row: Laura Taylor and Matt Holloman.

Laura Taylor photo

The Board of Education recognized seven teachers who received the North Carolina Quest Grant, which gives educators the opportunity to earn an add-on license in elementary school mathematics. The grant program helps teachers to deepen their knowledge of instructional content and best practices to more effectively teach elementary math. It also equips teachers with skills to be effective teacher-leaders not only in their classroom, but among their colleagues in the area of elementary math instruction. Pictured are Kimberly Harper of Sherwood Elementary, Lauren Avery of H.H. Beam Elementary, Tessley Moss of Costner Elementary, and Beth Washle of Hawks Nest STEAM Academy. Not pictured are Carol Painter of Rankin Elementary, Karen Schieres of Pleasant Ridge Elementary, and Chris Smith of Sadler Elementary.

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The Kings Mountain High softball and baseball teams traveled to Stuart Cramer High last week and played two exciting games. Stuart Cramer won the baseball game 8-0. Here: Wesley Hall #8 leaps to avoid a sliding Kings Mountain player and turn the double play.

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The Kings Mountain catcher tags out the Stuart Cramer runner at home plate.

Photos by Mike Postell Photography

Cramer tops Kings Mountain

Stuart Cramer catcher Carter Merrill comes up gunning for the Mountaineer attempting to steal second.

Preston Huffman #6 rounds second base on his way to third on a Cramer base hit.

Kings Mountain pitcher #30 Daniel Bagwell.

South Point Red Raiders Player of the Week

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Scenes from Stuart Cramer vs Kings Mountain Softball

The Kings Mountain High softball and baseball teams traveled to Stuart Cramer High last week and played two exciting games. Stuart Cramer won the softball game 3-2 in the bottom of the 7th inning on a walk off single. Here, Stuart Cramer senior Leslie Hicks slides head first in to third base just ahead of the throw. She would score on the next play to win the game on a walk off single.

Kings Mountain pitcher Catie Payne hurls a strike.

Stuart Cramer senior #10 Kaylie Nelson swings and connects with a pitch for a single.

Stuart Cramer’s #16 Tiara Davis slides in to home plate to tie the game 2-2.

Gaston Christian School beats Southlake in tennis action Gaston Christian School varsity

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Southlake last week 7-2.

Kings Mountain’s #15 Brittney Reynolds stands ready for a pitch.

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Chase Chriscoe (GCS) 7-6(5), 6-7(5), 1-0(2).

Andrew Nanney (GCS) def.

Josh Dutton (SL) 6-1, 6-3.

Will Farris (GCS) def.

Aidan Corley (SL) 6-1, 2-6, 1-0(2).

Jonathan Kuhn (GCS) def.

Cam Gilmore(SL) default (illness).

Sam Luddington (SL) def.

Foster Rouse (GCS) 6-0, 6-2.

Walker Shields (GCS) def.

Nate Cloutier (SL) 6-0, 6-0.

Doubles Chriscoe/Nanney (GCS) def. Harrison/Dutton (SL) 4-2.

Farris/Rouse (GCS) def.

Corley/Weddington (SL) 8-1.

Mucheske/Shields (GCS) def. Cloutier/Gilmore (SL) default (illness).

A number of local dignitaries and celebrities stopped by Ida Rankin Elementary School recently and read stories to the students. Guests included Mt. Holly police chief Don Roper and fire chief Ryan Baker.

Mt. Holly deputy police chief Brian Reagan (lower photo) was also part of the educational fun.

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Gaston County educators nominated for Teacher Assistant of the Year The following educators have been chosen as finalists for the 2018-2019 Gaston County Teacher Assistant of the Year award. The winner will be announced in May during the annual Teacher Assistant of the Year reception at the Schiele Museum.

The teachers assistants nomi-

nated are as follows: Angie Martin, Bessemer City Primary; Florence McCorkle, Hunter Huss High ; Lorna Ross, Cherryville Elementary; Sharon Williams, Lingerfeldt Elementary; Wendy Willis, Page Primary; and Angie Yount, Lowell Elementary.

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Gaston Christian School golf news On an extremely cold and windy Thursday afternoon at Pine Lake Country Club in Mint Hill, the Gaston Christian men’s golf team battled Hickory Grove Christian. Hickory Grove came out victoriously with a 188 four man total. Gaston Christian finished with a 206 total. Hayden Turner led the Hickory Grove squad with a 43 while Ethan Thrower was low man for Gaston Christian with a 47. The four man scores are below: Hickory Grove Christian 188 Hayden Turner 43 Stephen Adams 45 Robbie B. 48 Mylon Patton 52 Gaston Christian 206 Ethan Thrower 47 Caleb Smyre 48 Haddon Barrett 53 Shawn Shi 58

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LOCAL COUNTERTOP MANUFACTURER and Installation Company looking for hard working dedicated and punctual individuals part time or full time. Must be able to pass background check. Willing to train the right individual. Please apply in person, 8am-4pm. 111 Fairhope St., Forest City off of Withrow Rd., behind Big Lots.

(828) 382-0174

DRIVERS: Home Daily!

Dedicated Runs Hauling Liquid.

Benefits. CDL-A, good driving record, Tanker end req.

319-768-5545

CRAMERTON POLICE DEPARTMENT EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY The Cramerton Police Department is currently seeking qualified applicants for the position of police officer. Applicants must be at least 21 years of age and possess a high school diploma or have completed a General Education Development (GED) program. Applicants with college degrees are highly desired. Applicants must possess a valid Law Enforcement Certification from the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission or be currently enrolled in a North Carolina Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) course.

Salary is dependent upon qualifications. The Town provides a competitive benefits package.

Application and job description are available at Town Hall M-F 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. or online at www.cramerton.org. Resumé in lieu of an application will not be accepted. Applications must be mailed or delivered to: Town of Cramerton, Attn: HR Dept., 155 N. Main St., Cramerton, NC 28032. Deadline for submitting application is 5:00 p.m., Friday, March 23, 2018. The Town of Cramerton is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

E&I TECHNICIAN Responsible for the installation, repairs, maintenance, and adjustment of instruments and test equipment. Associate’s degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school and one year related experience; or 3 or more years of E&I process manufacturing experience with trade school diploma/certification.

Business Support - Responsible for installing electrical equipment, instrumentation, and related equipment using drawings and manuals supplied (PLC, DCS, MCC, Field Instruments, Control Panels, Valves, HVAC, Lighting, UPS, Transformers, Motors, Conduit, Cables). Responsible for overhauls, troubleshoots, repairs, and performs PM work on instrumentation, and electrical equipment. Responsible for keeping accurate records of work performed, time spent on jobs, and materials used.

Responsible for recommending and implementing improvement ideas/methods for maintenance to lower costs and to improve equipment performance and reliability, and personnel safety. Ensures all maintenance practices are in compliance with State and Federal environmental regulations. EHS - Responsible to support safety efforts in his/ her department, participates in programs and systems to promote a safety culture at the site. Promptly and timely complies with site’s quality system databases (CPAR, Customer Complaints, QSA, etc.).

Performs safety behavior observations Intervenes when unsafe acts or conditions are encountered.

Understands, supports, and strictly adheres to site standards, policies, and procedures relevant to safety, industrial hygiene, security/ CTPAT requirements, and environmental. Audits conformance to safety standards.

Participates in incident investigations identifying root causes and appropriate corrective action to improve safety and environmental performance in the area. cindy.japec@fmc. com

ACCOMPANIST (PIANIST/ ORGANIST) Friendship United Methodist Church, Fallston, NC is seeking an accompanist to be a key member of our music program, accompanying our choir at rehearsal (Wednesday Evening), and providing the music (Prelude, hymn-accompaniment, Postlude, etc.) during Sunday Morning Worship Service. Rehearse with additional music groups as needed. The ideal candidate would be able to read music at an intermediate level or higher. For a detailed job description please email Ronald Ingram, PPRC Chairman at ironald@bellsouth.net

HELP WANTED - NC4EVER. COM NC4Ever.com has jobs available in Forest City, Lake Lure, Mooresboro, Shelby, Cherryville, Gaston County, Statesville - including CNA, Maintenance, Nurse, Tool & Die, Firefighter, EMT and more. shelby28150@mail.com

BUSINESS SERVICES MCPHERSON HANDY MAN SERVICES. Free estimates.

(704) 300-1299 CLEVELAND COUNTY GARAGE DOORS. Winter Garage Door Special: Single size starting at $499. Double size starting at $849. Garage door repairs & installations. Ask about glass door installation & repair. 704-4190117 (704) 472-9367 YARD CLEAN-UP. Debris Removal. Spreading Gravel and Mulch.

Creating flower beds and small Gardens and stone walkways.

Bush trimming and small tree removal or pruning. Practically anything outdoors. Tidy up your place.

You call, I haul. No job too small in Cleveland County. (980) 295-0750 WNC CHIMNEY SWEEP, WESTERN CAROLINA. Insured and Licensed. Cleaning, Repair, Caps, Pest Removals, 22 years experience. Ellenboro +75 miles. Neal, (828) 223-7730 D&S LAWN CARE. Mowing, Trimming, Edging, Mulch, Leaves, Flower beds, 13 years experience. Residential and Commercial. Taking new customers. (828) 447-4087 CONCRETE WORK. Driveways, Patios, Sidewalks, Masonry, Repairs. Stucco and Brick repairs. John Ellison (828) 289-3652 PAINTING SERVICES. Over 20 years experience, affordable prices. Professional results.

References available. Free estimates. Charles, or leave message (704) 435-8062 I WILL SIT WITH ELDERLY. Cleveland County. References available. (704) 284-3622

ESTATE SALE. Sat. Mar. 24, 7AM - 2PM. 205 Maner Road, Kings Mountain, NC 28086.

FOR SALE LEE’S HAULING AND TOWING. If it’ll fit on the truck, we’ll haul! (828) 447-9786 BLACK’S JACK OF ALL TRADES. Lawn care, pressure-washing, carpentry, mechanic work, hauling off metal.

Whatever needs to be done!

CHEAP RATES. 704-473-5124 or (864) 978-2862

CAR RENTALS. We have daily, weekly and monthly car rentals (704) 300-2682 performancetuneauto@gmail.com HANDYMAN, RETIRED. General contractor available for small job repairs and fixes. Deck repair a specialty. Call Bob, (828) 476-6058 BARNETT’S LAWN MAINTENANCE. Grass Cutting, Mulching, Pressure Washing, Weed Eating, Hedge trimming, Debris removal. Residential & Commercial. Free Estimates, Insured. (828) 447-8287 I AM SEEKING EMPLOYMENT. I will sit with the elderly and light housekeeping. Rutherfordton, Forest City. Any days/ hours, $8 hour. 828-287-0982.

(828) 305-0595

YARD SALES MULTI-FAMILY YARDSALE Saturday 3-17-18, 7am until?.

Furniture, home decor, clothes, shoes, accessories and much more. 2037 Flint Hill Church Rd., Shelby, NC 28152 MULTI-FAMILY YARD SALE Sat., March 17th. 7am til 11am.

Household items, Girl’s 1012 clothes, Boy’s newborn-9 months clothes, Women’s clothes, Men’s 2X-3X clothes, Lots of kitchen items, thirty-one Brand Bags, Toys, Books, Craft supplies, and much more. 402 Baneberry Drive, Kings Mountain, NC 28150

LOOKING FOR VINTAGE FIREARMS to restore. Prefer .22, .38, .357. Please call 2 ELECTRIC BUCKET SEATS. Fit Mercury Marquis. Very good condition. $80 obo. Leave message.

WTB: OLD STEREO COMPONENTS: working or not from 1940-1980. Receivers, Amps, Speakers, etc. Also parts, like tubes, etc. (828) 919-9789 email4darrell@yahoo.com PRIDE UPHOLSTERED LIFT RECLINER. Adjustable with remote. Excellent working condition and sanitary clean. (704) 482-4630 HP ENVOY 4520 PRINTER. PRINT, SCAN, COPY, PHOTO. Also, Sofa, off white color. Can text photo. (704) 487-9228

JOHN DEERE ROLLER $20 (704) 300-1818 kim_hopper@ bellsputh.met 1930 WOOD COOK STOVE. White in color, fair condition, $1000. (828) 433-1025 2 ACRES OF LAND for sale.

Ellenboro area, city water available. No owner financing, $25,000. (828) 447-7027 PROM DRESS SALE. CASH ONLY. Saturday, March 10, 2018. 10am - 2pm. FLC of First Wesleyan Church, 510 East Alabama Ave, Bessemer City, NC 28016. Last Sale of the Season.

New and Gently Used Gowns.

LIKE NEW TIRES DAKOTA H/T, LT 265/75/R16, $340.

(828) 289-7783 TROY BILT SUPER BRONCO TILLER. Very good condition. $400 firm. (704) 300-2507

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CLASSIFIED ADS To place your ad go to CarolinaClassifieds.com or call Kathy at 704-739-7496.

FOR SALE

FOR SALE

FOR SALE

FOR SALE

WANT TO BUY

PETS•LIVESTOCK

TWO GRAVE PLOTS FOR SALE at Eternal Hills, $750 each. Buyer pays transfer fee.

(828) 429-2311

CARPORTS, GARAGE, HORSE BARNS. Installed in 2 to 3 weeks or sooner in most cases (standard). Best on site display around. Call J Johnson Sales, Forest City. (828) 2455895

FOR SALE OR LEASE (2) Commercial Buildings. A & S Center; 425 Cherryville Rd. Beside the YMCA in Shelby.

Call (704) 434-2608 sjones@ polknc.org

WANT TO BUY LAND to build a home. Minimum 5 acres, wooded, mountain view. Email details, price, etc to: landpage777@gmail.com

PEKA-TZU & PEKINGESE PUPPIES. CKC registered. 1st shot and worming. Text only.

(864) 490-4979

SHUBERT PIANO with a mirror and bench, $100. Good Condition! You must move!

(704) 472-4113

JAZZY ELECTRIC CHAIR Chair carries up to 275 lbs, short turning, Captain seat.

Also repairs available, your home or our shop. Call for pricing. (704) 951-4224 AUTO PARTS FOR SALE. 1989-1994 Toyota truck parts.

1968-1972 Ford parts. 1995 Nissan truck parts. Automatic transmission for Toyota truck.

Gray factory Ford wheels, 7”x7”x15”. Set of factory Ford gray center caps & beauty rims 7”x15” and 8”x15”. 2001-2005 Honda Civic parts. Antique barbers chair. WANTED TO BUY: Pickup trucks of any model, make or condition. Nissan & Toyota trucks and Honda cars.

(704) 538-9742 FESCUE HAY, HORSE QUALITY. 2017 Spring cut. In the barn. $40. Delivery available (980) 241-9010 USED CAMPER TOPS. Various sizes and styles. Also buying them in Rutherford County.

(828) 980-0881

FLAGS AND FLAG POLES. 15 ft., 20 ft., and 25 ft., poles in stock. Delivery and installation available. Call J Johnson Sales, Forest City. (828) 245-5895

1995 CLUB CAR GOLF CART 48 Volt Electric. Very Nice!! $2600. Call (704) 692-6699 MARANTZ PIANO with bench.

Excellent condition, $450. (828) 429-3116 UTV 2018 KAWASAKI MULE. 6 passenger, 3 cylinder Diesel, dump bed, windshield, top, 5 hours. Selling due to health. $18,000. (828) 817-3482 HILLCREST GARDENS. One crypt for two at Good Shepherd Mausoleum. Prime second level #209. Current value $12,000+.

Asking $9000. Will consider any reasonable offer. Included perpetual care and purchase closing costs. 704-747-1768.

KENMORE SEWING MACHINE, decorating stitch attachments. NEW Brother Overlock machine. Singer Tiny Serger. Quilted material, knits, dress, quilted pieces. (828) 245-5314

2011 NISSAN ALTIMA Great condition! 77,210 mileage. $7600. kathi.kopp@hotmail. com MORGAN’S FIREWOOD SERVICE. Short wood for small stoves, $60. (828) 395-0758 HUSQVARNA LAWNMOWER, 42” CUT. 18.5 HP, used, 7 times. $1100. (704) 466-5880 REFRIGERATORS, STOVES, WASHERS, DRYERS, and odd furniture. 704-481-0954 and after 5pm, call (704) 4820540

SCOOTERS AND ELECTRIC CHAIRS REPAIRED We repair most makes and models, 16 years experience. Most repairs we can do at your residence.

Many programs available, call for your appointment. Cash, check or bank card accepted for payment. (704) 951-4224 NEW JAZZY ELECTRIC POWER CHAIR. Seat cushion, short turnaround,18” x 20” seat base, folding seat back, 295 lb weight limit. 6 months service warranty. Charger. Delivery and setup included. Pre Easter Special.

(704) 951-4224

CLUB CAR PRESCENT GOLF CART 2011 model. Has lift kit and big tires. New batteries.

Front and rear lights. Radio with CD, USB port and Bluetooth.

Must see!!!! $4495. (704) 3001818 kim_hopper@bellsouth. net 5000 WATT GAS GENERATOR. 120 & 240 volt. $200 obo.

(704) 473-2903 TRAILERS: WE BUY, SALE, TRADE (must have title).

Parts and service on most models. New 5x10 $695 with this ad.

Call J Johnson Sales, Forest City. (828) 245-5895

PAYLESS STORAGE BUILDINGS Top Quality. Cash, 90 days same as cash, (rent to own, no credit check). Same or next day delivery on in stock inventory. Free 75 miles. J Johnson Sales, Forest City. (828) 245-5895

2 HANDMADE QUILTS. Queen size, Dutch Girl pattern. $100 ea. (704) 482-1558 LOCUST SPLIT RAIL FENCE. 7 ft long, $7 each. 50 on hand.

Casar area. (704) 538-6144 GONE WITH WIND BARBIE. Books, picture art, video camera, craft beads, cassette cabinet, DVD rack, CD’s, VHS Marilyn collection. (828) 691-5662 DOG KENNELS FOR SALE. Starting at $179.99. Size 10x20 $399.99. Other sizes are available. Call J Johnson Sales, For-

CARPORTS, RV/BOAT COVERS, Equipment, Hay, Livestock. Protect your investments. Largest on site display around, 1000’s of options, 12’ to 60’ wide, 300’ or longer. J Johnson Sales, Forest City. (828) 245-5895 LARGEST TRAILER INVENTORY and Selection around.

BEST prices, new 5x8 $525.

Custom built welcome. 2k to 20 ton Utility, Cargo, Dump, Equipment, Livestock. J Johnson Sales, Forest City. (828) 2455895 DISCOUNT POOL SUPPLY, INC. Offering Above and Inground pools, parts and supplies. We also maintenance, open/close pools, etc. 704-4183277. (828) 245-7540

HORSE QUALITY HAY. Square and round bales. Call (704) 4876855 PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS with Scratch Pads! Press Room Printing. 704-482-2243.

(704) 538-5788 MOTORIZED WHEEL CHAIR. (Jazzy). $575. Runs good, clean. (704) 406-9303 OAK BAR TABLE AND CHAIRS. 41” high, 36” diameter with 4 swivel chairs, $350. (704) 487-5901 1995 CHRYSLER Lebaron convertible w/spare parts car, $2500. Hunters Dream Motorhome, shower/bath, $3500.

1995 Dodge B2500 work van, $1500. (828) 453-0828 WANTED, NON RUNNING RIDING MOWER. Must be good condition. (Shelby area). Call or text pic and price. Please leave message & phone number (704) 472-5962 CLEVELAND MEMORIAL PARK. Lot No. 287, section 11, 2 graves, 1&2. $1000. (704) 434-2728 REFRIGERATORS, STOVES, WASHERS, DRYERS. Discount Prices. 1205 Earl Rd, Shelby, NC. (704) 487-4443

WWII COLLECTOR wanting to BUY German Pistols, Military Guns, Helmets, Knives & Flags. I BUY Small & Large Gun Collections also. Licensed FFL, TOP cash paid. (828) 9803329

FARM & GARDEN CORBIN FAMILY BEE SUPPLY offering 8 and 10 Frame Woodenware. Same prices as 2017. Call for appointment.

(828) 980-1823 HORSE HAY. Orchard/Fescue mix. Round bales starting $25.

Square bales $5. Polk County Century Farm. Leave message.

(828) 625-4713 FREE FIREWOOD. You cut it and clean it up. All Oak Trees.

Oak Grove Area, Kings Mountain, NC. (704) 300-3493

TRAILERS, LAWNMOWER TRAILERS, Flatbed Trailers, Enclosed Trailers, Horse & Cattle Trailers, Saddlery.

Check our prices and quality before you buy. Bridges Riding Equipment. Boiling Springs, NC. (704) 434-6389 2017 TROYBILT MOWER. 20 HP, 46” cut. Toro Zero-turn, 24 HP, 50” cut mower. Lawnmower trailer, 5’x8’ with drop down gate, like new. (704) 300-8684 JAZZY ELECTRIC WHEELCHAIR 275 lb capacity, High Back Seat, charger included. Special one week only $450. Delivered. (704) 951-4224

CKC REGISTERED CHIHUAHUA PUPPIES. Applehead, males & females. Call for pictures. (704) 618-0418

14’ FISHING BOAT, WITH MOTOR & TRAILER. Call after 6pm. (704) 476-5281

HORIZON TREADMILL Treadmill with AERO soft cushioning. Deck 18” x 52”. 10 degree lift, 10 mph speed. Kept inside, great shape. Can deliver. $245.

(704) 951-4224 NEW ELECTRIC BED New Hospital-Electric Bed. Entire New mattress lifts or lowers together, head and foot lifts/ lowers independently, by handy remote. Includes side rails and Over the bed table.

Approx size 36” x 72”. Delivered and setup $585, you pickup $385. (704) 951-4224 2 PLOTS, CLEVELAND MEMORIAL PARK VETERANS SECTION. $1250 for both. (704) 487-5853

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

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

BUCK KIDS FOR SALE. BoKi (Boer and Kiko cross) Intact, $125 each. Born November and December 2017. No Meat buyers. Gene & Becky Leach. 828245-7419, (828) 289-2868 HORSE FOR SALE. Very gentle, white Apaloosa, female.

Saddle and equipment available after sale of horse. (980) 2950614 FREE POT BELLY PIG, female. Call (828) 817-3482

CAMPERS 2003 CAMPER, 5TH WHEEL PROWLER. Model 275A. $5000. Good condition, bunks, sleeps 8, clean and ready to go.

(704) 477-2185

WANTED: OLD AND NEW AMMO. Reloading supplies.

(828) 245-6756

WANTED TO BUY. Good Used Furniture and Appliances, and antiques and estates. 704-4810954 and after 5pm call (704) 482-0540

AKC GERMAN SHEPHERD, BIG BONED, Black and tan.

Males and female available from German line parents. Born 12/21/17. All shots and worming current. Call or email: Jlittlehorse@aol.com (703) 308-1056

16FT. BASS BOAT FOR SALE. Center console, 75 HP trolling motor, fish finder, well equipped.

(828) 442-0101

WANT TO BUY

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

(4) PEAHENS, $75 EACH. Mini Donkey, male, gelding, $200.

Call (828) 289-7719

BOATS

MISSING GREAT PYRENEES. From the Bear Creek and Davis Road area. Bailey is a livestock guardian dog. She will not bite, but is shy. Reward. 704-4820209, (704) 473-2341

WE BUY UNWANTED JUNK CARS. We will come to you. We pay cash on the spot. Not titles needed. ID required. (803) 3747545

CKC SHIH-TZU PUPPIES. Males & females. Vet checked and ready to go. Males $700, Females $750. Call for more info. 980-251-3529 or (704) 740-2679

AKC SIBERIAN HUSKIES, parents on site. Shots up to date. $500 each. 704-480-6178 (704) 418-1360

LOST & FOUND

TAIL PIPE MUFFLER ENDS. 2.5” opening. Stainless steel Thunderbolt brand. Can text photos. $75 each OBO. (704) 300-1818

LIVESTOCK FOR SALE. Pure breed, Angus Bulls and Heifers.

Jacob Fork Ranch. Call 704538-1199. (704) 600-7847

COMPLETE PADDLING, SAILING, MOTORBOATING PACKAGE! For sale! Package deal only. 17’ square-stern Grumman canoe; 6 hp Tohatsu four-stroke remote controlled outboard; aluminum canoe trailer; deluxe sail kit; canoe cover; several additional accessories; $3,699.

(828) 755-6852 larry_pearson@ me.com

PETS•LIVESTOCK HORSE HAY, EXCELLENT QUALITY. Large rolls. Barn stored. $45. (704) 434-9104

WANT TO BUY. Pop-up campers. (828) 429-3935

MOTORCYCLES & ATVS 2002 HD SPORTSTER 883 Pearl white, low miles, windshield, garage kept, new pair HD boots, size 9. Will send photo in email. (704) 473-8713 lac28086@yahoo.com DEPENDABLE, FUN TRANSPORTATION Red ‘85 Honda Magna VF700. New tune-up, new battery, new gas tank.

Runs great, solid road bike; shows age. Some extras. $900 OBO. 704-466-8475 (704) 4668475

BUYING JUINK CARS, title or no title, running or not. Fast on time service. (704) 692-6752 WANT TO BUY CARS, TRUCKS. Trailers, Metal Boats, Tractors, Farm Equipment & scrap metal. Must have ID & proof of ownership. Callahan’s Towing. (704) 692-1006 I PAY CASH FOR DIABETIC Test Strips. Up to $10 per 100ct. Must be Unused, Unexpired. I’m local & pay fast. (828) 577-4197

BEES FOR SALE. BEES- Three pound packages for sale with fertilized Italian queen, $105.00.

Order now for April 15th pickup in Rutherfordton. Also have bee hives, call for specifics. Call Fred. (828) 980-0725 f.nich@ hotmail.com

2007 V-STAR 1100 CUSTOM. Very nice bike! Only 35,000 miles. $2695 or best offer! (704) 477-5984

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CLASSIFIED ADS To place your ad go to CarolinaClassifieds.com or call Kathy at 704-739-7496.

AUTOS•TRUCKS

AUTOS•TRUCKS

AUTOS•TRUCKS

AUTOS•TRUCKS

REAL ESTATE

FOR RENT

1999 CADILLAC DEVILLE extended version. 77,000 miles, all black, chrome wheels, excellent condition. $4800. 704-487-0550 or (704) 678-3954

1996 DODGE RAM 2500 Conversion van. 88K miles. Very nice for the year model. Serious inquires only. (704) 308-2718

1999 FORD ECONOLINE CARGO VAN Work van with tool and parts bins. Ladder rack. Heavy metal Bulkhead. For parts or sell complete. Needs transmission. $1500. (704) 300-1818 kim_hopper@bellsouth.net

2003 FORD EXPEDITION Black Eddie Bauer 4x4, auto 5.4 Triton engine, loaded auto-start. Tan Leather 219,000 (704) 689-2193

1/2 ACRE MOBILE HOME LOT and 3 acre Mobile Home lot.

Both in Casar on paved street & county water. 704-538-1199. 214 Mace Rd, Casar, NC 28021 (704) 600-7847

2016 3 BEDROOM 2 BATH MOBILE HOME. Near Middle School, rent to own. $575 month. Central heat/air, no pets. ext. #1 (980) 939-6633

2007 NISSAN VERSA 143K miles, $4200. (704) 473-5656 1997 FORD RANGER High mileage, $1200. (704) 477-1610 1984 FORD VAN Econoline XL 1 ton. 4 new tires, new brakes. All less than 100 miles. $1500. (704) 685-8565 2009 FORD EDGE SUV, AWD, Burgundy with black interior, 143k miles, $8500. (828) 3058805 1930 FORD ROADSTER Model A Roadster, $16,000. Also 1931 Ford Model A Coupe, $16,000.

OBO (704) 482-4717 2000 MAZDA B-SERIES 2WD TRUCK 5 speed with new clutch. 1 owner. (704) 300-3990

1970 FORD TRUCK 1 Ton flatbed, runs good, no rust, $3800.

2005 Toyota Corolla S, high mileage, runs great, $2300. (828) 247-0506

VACATIONS

2001 CHEVROLET CAVALIER Drives good, new tires and battery. Very dependable car, nice stereo, dash has some cracks, cold air, 213K miles. Rebuilt title. $950. (704) 300-2233 2003 BMW Z4 Black AT, nice, 83,000 miles. $6500. 1986 Honda Shadow, 1100 cc. Black, nice. $1500. (704) 300-9223 2012 TOYOTA TACOMA 2012 Toyota Tacoma TRD Sport 4WD. 4 door, double cab, 74,000 miles, loaded, pictures available, original owner. (704) 418-5779 samrus53@yahoo.com

1989 FORD RANGER 155000 miles, $1000. I have a Ford Ranger, bad motor, has good 5 speed tranny and good body parts. Sell whole or will just sell parts (704) 300-1818 kim_hopper@bellsouth.net 2011 TOYOTA COROLLA LE. 112k miles. $6000. (704) 4184155

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