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Spirit of the River unveiled in Mt. Holly

By Alan Hodge alan@cfmedia.info

Last Thursday saw the official unveiling at the pollinator garden in Tuckaseegee Park of Mt. Holly’s first public outdoor sculpture commissioned by the city.

The piece was designed

by Awaken Gallery owner Emily Andress. It is made of steel and painted with marine grade paint in vibrant colors.

Mt. Holly’s MacFab metal company cut the pieces and they were welded together by Scott Griffin. Andress spent many hours at the Arts on the Greenway studio applying the paint.

“The colors are based on those that attract bees,” Andress said. “That includes purples, greens, yellows, and blues.”

The piece is named “Spirit of the River” and features Na-

tive American iconography and symbolism. A plaque near the sculpture explains the symbols.

The sculpture is ten feet tall and eight feet wide. It weighs 2,600 lbs. Another feature of the piece is the fact it has a cutout in the shape of a bee near the center that will cast a bee-shaped shadow on the pollinator garden.

The piece was moved last Wednesday with a forklift from Arts on the Greenway to the park. The route chosen was the Greenway path which certainly got some looks from folks strolling it.

Thursday’s official unveiling saw a number of folks express their pleasure at seeing the visual impact the sculpture makes in the center of the pollinator garden’s colorful plantings.

“This is exciting,” said mayor Bryan Hough. “The

Emily Andress with “Spirit of the River”. city wanted to make an impact with public art and this is the result.”

Andress, who has worked with the city to stage the annual Lantern Parade she

originated, was appreciative of how the municipality has

supported the arts.

“The city has been mar-

Linda Wilcox is a McAdenville icon

By Alan Hodge alan@cfmedia.info

The Town of Stanley celebrated Independence Day with a big jamboree in Harper Park. Pictured above: Former Stanley Town Councilwoman Kerry Hart with Jerry whitlock enjoying the festivities. See more scenes on page 6.

Photo by Bill Ward

velous to work with,” she said.

McAdenville is a tight knit community with a long textile heritage and Linda Wilcox is one of the strongest threads in the weave.

The textile reference is appropriate since Wilcox worked various departments in the local mills for 36 years. She married her late husband Jack when she was sixteen years old, and they had two sons- David who was employed for 30 years at Freightliner and Rick who owns Wilcox Construction and Landscaping.

Wilcox is known as a lady of great faith. She is a longtime member of Lakeview Baptist Church. Most Friday nights sees her attending gospel music shows in Chesnee, S.C. According to friend Sara Haynes, Wilcox brings her

Linda Wilcox

own special sweetness to the shows.

“She takes everyone a large banana pudding made from scratch,” Haynes said.

Wilcox also makes and delivers her famous banana puddings to employees at the North Belmont Food Lion grocery store where they are devoured in the break room.

Wilcox is also very active in See WILCOX, Page 4

MHPD Officer Tyler Herndon’s killer receives life sentence

By Alan Hodge alan@cfmedia.info

On December 11, 2020, Mt. Holly police officer Tyler Herndon lost his life in the line of duty as he responded to a breaking and entering call. Last Tuesday, Herndon’s accused killer, Joshua Tyler Funk, 25, was

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sentenced by Superior Court Judge David Phillips to life in prison without possibility of parole.

Funk had pleaded guilty to the crime that sent shockwaves throughout Mt. Holly and beyond.

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R ECOLLECTIONS AND R EFLECTIONS Summer camp scenes

It was there. I just didn’t see it

The time is on us when summer camps of all types are swarming with youths bent on having the time of their lives and then some.

These days, summer camps come in a wide range of flavors and can focus on everything from learning to play chamber music to roughing it in the outdoors all in the interest of producing a well-rounded variety of kid. However, there was once a time when summer camp was of the rustic variety only. I know, because I was there.

When I was about 11 years old I had the good fortune to spend a week at a local summer camp courtesy of my uncle and former Belmont High sports standout the late Ronald Lamar “Pineknot” Helton. The way I got to go to camp was due to the fact that “Uncle Pineknot” was serving as a US Navy Seabee (reserve) back then and his unit built some docks for the camp and as a reward the gobs were given the opportunity to send an underprivileged child to camp for free and I reckon that described me so off I went.

I had never been away from home before, so camp opened my eyes to about the same extent that they were filled years later when I was a truck driver. In short, I saw and heard things that proved to me that there are a lot of folks whose lack of civility has no bounds.

Camp held many amusements back before the days of nanny-state government intervention into every aspect of life. For instance, bow and arrow practice was part of our camp schedule and the “counselor” simply handed us each a bow and a handful of arrows and said “have fun” and brother did the pointed sticks fly in all directions. I mean, why be bothered with a bulls-eye target when there were so many birds and squirrels to aim at.

Another camp pastime we enjoyed was canoeing. A summer camp without canoes is like a summer camp without s’mores or skeeters.

Anyway, this particular camp was located on a river, a big river, and we youths were told to restrict our paddling to the quiet cove that was part of the “camp-us”. Of course all those off the cuff instructions did was entice several canoeists to go out into the main channel where they were promptly swept several miles downstream before anyone realized they had gone missing. A frantic search eventually found the boys at a riverside store having snacks. Needless to say, they canoed no more.

Speaking of canoes. We had a camp counselor we were informed was a “real” Indian. His name was, believe it or not, “Chief”. At least that’s what we were told to address him by. I

By Tony Marciano My father was a master fabricator. He could make anything with steel. He would wake up in the middle of the night with an idea, grab some paper and design his idea and then go back to sleep. He was always thinking out of the box.

Early in his career, he installed commercial kitchen equipment. Needless to say, he worked with stainless steel sheet metal. He thought of everything to make with the stainless. In fact, he once designed a stainless steel snow shovel. Great idea, as it would last forever. Bad idea, it was too heavy, even without snow to pick up.

His claim to fame was the stainless steel grills he designed. Rumor is that he only made three of them. One he made for a family friend. My sister had one but gave it to someone who got rid of it. I have the third one. In fact, it is the largest one. My dad was proud of it. He cooked rotisserie chicken, roast beef and sausage on it. He once cooked five chickens at the same time on it. The fuel was always charcoal. He taught me to use newspaper and not charcoal lighter to fire up the coals.

As he got older, there was talk about converting it from a charcoal fired heat source to propane. I noticed some hesitancy as he was afraid the smell of propane rather than the taste of the charcoal would get into the food. It never occurred. Instead, the grill was passed to me.

For years, I had the joy of firing up the charcoal and grilling chicken, sausage, hot dogs and hamburgers on that grill.

Although I never converted it into propane, I eventually purchased a propane

found out later that Chief was actually a student at Pembroke University and a member of the Lumbee tribe but did not hold that or any other official rank in his familial organization.

Anyway, we had an Alan Hodge Indian ceremony one Banner-News Editor night with Chief as the star. The idea was for Chief to come into shore from the river to where us kids would be waiting around a campfire. It was dark, the river lapped at the bank, the canoe was paddled by another camp counselor and Chief was standing up in the canoe wearing full feathered headdress and a naugahyde breech cloth and streaked with war paint done via a lipstick and arms akimbo.

There was a railroad flare burning in a bucket of sand in front of Chief to lend a ghostly air to his entrance. We kids sat transfixed- until a cabin cruiser went roaring by out on the river in the darkness and the wake hit Chief’s canoe when he was about 30 feet from shore and it tipped and rocked and dumped Chief out! OMG! The next thing we knew Chief came stumbling, sputtering and gasping onto the riverbank with his feathered headgear dripping water and naugahyde breech cloth all wadded up and needless to say our peals of laughter combined with Chief’s discomfiture meant no Indian stories that night.

The next year I got to go to the same camp for a week. By then I was 12 years old and the people who ran the joint got us of similar age together and told us we were to be honored with the title of “Senior Campers”. What this meant was we were issued sling-blades, shovels, hoes, and rakes and put to work clearing brush for new campsites.

By and by, two boys that were twins got into some poison ivy while senior camping and they were covered up with it. They itched and tormented for two days before one night deciding that senior camping wasn’t for them they slipped out of our cabin-lodgings and escaped and walked to a nearby beer joint and called their parents to come pick them up as they had all the summer camp fun they could stand.

Nowadays I think summer camps are less wild and wooly as they were when I was a client and that’s probably a more tame but good thing. So kids, here’s some advice from a former summer camper- when you pack up your iPods and swimsuits and head off to whatever type of camp you will be staying at, have fun, but be safe.

grill. In fact, I purchased three grills. Each one rusted out and was eventually replaced. I always had trouble with the igniters. None of them ever worked. In fact, the current one doesn’t work. I’d open the propane tank, turn the knob on the first burner, hit the igniter, and nothing happened. After a few times, I used a lighter to start the grill.

More recently, I was cooking some sausage on the propane grill. Wanting to cook them slow, I lowered the heat and found myself staring at the front of the grill. I noticed that the lighter mark was on the middle burner, but not the other four burners. I realized that there was no lighter on those other four burners.

I shut off the grill, changed the igniter battery, turned on the middle knob, pressed the igniter button and it lit. Then I turned on the second and fourth burner knob and they lit. I opened the first and fifth burner and they lit.

I said to my wife, “Did you know that there was

only one lighter on the middle burner?” to which she said, Tony Marciano “Yes.” I didn’t need to use the lighter sticks. The grill wasn’t broken. It wasn’t defective.

All the equipment worked. I just didn’t read the instructions.

This is going to be a stretch so don’t write me a letter. Maybe God is like my grill. All the pieces are there.

All the equipment is there.

The equipment works. For five years (or more), I just didn’t pause and read how to properly use it.

Here is where I am going.

Consider the Bible as God’s owner’s manual for us. There are perspectives in life and decisions we need to make that are outlined in this book.

Take a moment and read it.

I’ll be back in two weeks.

Until then, live well my friend.

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Connect the Dots: It’s all about Him

Critical Papa Theory

By Dennis Siracusa Many theories abound today and I’m considering two of mine. The Greek word “phaneroo” means “revealed,” and generally, to make known what was previously hidden. It applies to my thinking today because I really hadn’t considered some value my parents were when we were growing up.

We were immersed in my father’s Italian heritage. My two sisters and I didn’t call my father by his name, Steven, nor did we refer to him as dad. Nope; to us he was papa and when I look at the family dysfunction abounding these days it occurs we need more papas. What was so great about mine? For starters, he was there and he loved my mother and us kids. Second, he worked hard and honestly to provide a middle class living for us. Third, he didn’t require or need my mother to work outside the home. She could have if she’d wanted to. She had served as one of the main secretaries for Supreme Court Chief Justice Robert H. Jackson during the Nuremburg war trials in Germany. She was smart and had

many skills, one was an operatic voice.

But my mom chose to set many personal assets aside to make sure our home was clean, orderly, and well managed. And the best part is that both of them were approachable and fun to be with. Papa and mother!

Today, America is in a family crisis!

We just celebrated Father’s Day (yesterday as I write this) but how does that work when we have millions of children in America growing up without their fathers; 18.5 million right now by some estimates. We used to vitally understand that both moms and dads were essential to childhood development. Today, sociologically, it is absolutely known that success for children across all racial, ethnic, or socio-economic groups is dependent on fathers being in their homes. Being there to instill Godly values, teach and empower their children to play a successful and productive role in society.

Today, however, many voices debate that and busily and creatively construct relationships that were unimaginable 60 years ago. Add to that the voices that es-

pouse abortion (over 60 million in America since 1973) and you wonder if many of the choices behind Dennis Siracusa both tragic decisions were and are undergirded by fear of never measuring up or ever being able to provide a proper home for their child? Well here’s some news… we never will measure up and won’t be able to provide for anybody without the Lord. In John 15:5 the Lord plainly tells us He is the vine and we are the branches, and if we abide in Him as He abides in us (when we accept his redemptive offer of salvation) then and only then will we bear much fruit; for without Him we can’t do anything.

Read Ephesians chapter 2, when you can, because you’ll easily see my CFT theory. (Critical Father Theory) This biblical chapter highlights characteristics of our Father God that we should want for ourselves and that we should instill in our children; love, grace, good works, access, rich mercy, and kindness.

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Local children’s charity celebrates 20th anniversary nity / county that touches Lake Wylie is considered for support. You can watch past recipient’s videos at www.lkwchildrenscharity.org. Children that will be supported this year will be announced in the coming weeks.

“We couldn’t do this without our volunteers, and we certainly couldn’t do it without our generous donors and sponsors” said Haven Presley, LWCC Board Chair. “All proceeds, outside of

MASTER GARDENER program planned The MASTER GARDENER Group of Gaston County invites the public to the CRC in Dallas for a program on “Plant Introductions for 2023” presented

by Jenny Simpson from Creekside Nursery.

The speaker is Jenny Simpson from Creekside Nursery, located in Dallas, NC. Jenny will make a presentation on “Plant Introductions for 2023.”

Creekside NursJenny and Jerry Simpson ery is owned and operated by Jerry and Jenny Simpson. They both had prior careers, but the seed for growing things was indeed planted within them. Starting with a vegetable garden and selling veggies in 2005, morphing into consumer greenhouses, production greenhouses, a gorgeous barn and a partnership with Proven Winners by the year 2020. For more information on the nursery, go to www.gardeningwithcreekside.com or watch Jenny’s informative ‘Gardening with Creekside’ YouTube videos. Please join us for this awesome opportunity to hear about new plants for 2023 and to meet this delightful local nursery owner!

When: Thursday, July 21, 2022, 10:00 – 11:00 am Where: Citizens Resource Center, 1303 Dallas Cherryville Highway, Dallas, NC 28034 There is no admission charge and reservations are not required. If you have any questions, please contact Barbara Linster at balinser@yahoo.com or 704-674-0860.

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expenses, go directly to the families we support.”

In addition to the benefit concert, LWCC also hosts a golf tournament at the end of March, and the annual Boat Poker Run -- that event is on Saturday, August 6, 2022.

For more information- Contact: Kim Hill, LWCC Board Member, Lake Wylie Children’s Charity, 704-8601986, Kim.hill22@outlook.com.

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McAdenville civic affairs.

She is a member of the McAdenville Women’s Club and helps sell the popular McAdenville Christmas ornaments, sweatshirts and Tshirts.

In her spare time, Wilcox has enjoyed several jaunts with tour groups led

by Ailene Friday of Stanley.

Before each trip, Wilcox knits dozens of colorful dish cloths which she gives to fel-

low travelers. She also carries cloths and gives them to folks when she first meets them.

Like many people with the heart of a servant, Wilcox doesn’t seek but deserves some recognition. As Haynes puts it- “Linda Wilcox is a very prominent lady in McAdenville. She has been overlooked for what she does for her community.”

Good job, Linda. Keep up the good work.

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During the sentencing, several members of Herndon’s family, including his father Mark Herndon, addressed the court.

“The pain is unimaginable,” he said.

But out of the tragedy came strength. Tributes to Herndon poured into the MHPD from all over the nation. His name lives on in the beautiful Law Enforcement Memorial at Mt. Holly’s Municipal Complex. His name Mt. Holly Police Officer is engraved at the National Tyler Herndon Police Memorial in Washington, D.C. A foundation in his name has also been estab- have blue bulbs in their porch lished. In Mt. Holly, folks still lights in his memory.

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Lake Wylie Children’s Charity (LWCC), a grassroots organization led by 100-plus volunteers announced the date for its 20th Annual Benefit Concert on October 2, 2022 at Papa Docs Shore Club in Lake Wylie. LWCC supports the local families of children with cancer or some other life-threatening illness and has raised nearly $1.5 million since its beginning.

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Holy Angels receives CARF accreditation

By Shawn Flynn “No Recommendations” was a recurring comment by the surveyors from the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) following their three-day visit to Holy Angels in April. CARF is an

international, independent, nonprofit accrediting body that establishes residentfocused standards to help organizations measure and improve the quality of their programs and services.

The survey team evalu-

ated six service categories (Community Housing/medically fragile, Community Housing/children and adolescents, Community Housing, Community Integration, and Organizational Employment Services) at Holy An-

Sue Lowe is City of Lowell Employee of the Year Congratulations to Sue Lowe, the City of Lowell’s 2022 Employee of the Year. City Department Heads submitted nominations to the City Manager for the Employee of the Year and Sue Lowe overwhelmingly received the vast majority of the nominations. Sue works at the front desk at City Hall as the City’s Customer Service/Billing Specialist. Sue has been employed by the City of Lowell for 6 years.

gels with multiple programs in each category. Additionally, the team surveyed the Governance Standards of the organization, which is an elective component that ensures efficiency and effectiveness of the Board of Directors. In every case, the survey team gave ZERO recommendations, which is the best possible outcome.

Please Note: only 3% of all programs surveyed, internationally, received ZERO recommendations.

“I’ve served as a CARF surveyor for 25 years, and it’s rare that you go to a place and really feel the love in a way that I felt the love here. I felt it from everybody here,” said CARF Surveyor Dr. Mike O’Malley. “I can’t say enough about the overall strength of Holy Angels. You have a great organization.”

This latest recognition is the 5th consecutive ThreeYear Accreditation that the international accrediting body, CARF, has given to Holy Angels. This decision represents the highest level of accreditation that can be given to Holy Angels and shows our substantial conformance to the CARF standards. This achievement is an indication of Holy Angels dedication and commitment to improving the quality of the lives of the children and adults served, and it is critical for Holy Angels to receive state and federal funding “It was just a pleasure asking questions and listening to what all you’ve done and how you’ve done it. I think part of the joy of coming to this survey are all of you who I got to meet. That just enriched my life,” said CARF

Surveyor Dr. Alice Roelofs.

The surveyors visited several of our homes and programs, taking a closer look at the wide range of services provided to the residents. They also examined many of the records (staff and residents), policies and procedures of Holy Angels.

“While we certainly anticipated being awarded our three-year accreditation, receiving the external validation, especially with these very impressive comments and kind compliments, is very rewarding,” said Holy Angels President and CEO Regina Moody. “Being in the top three percent of all organizations surveyed is a true testament to our exceptional staff and their dedication to our residents each and every day. Holy Angels truly is a place of loving, living and learning for the differently able.”

Holy Angels celebrated this major accomplishment with its staff on Tuesday, June 21.

CARF’s mission is to promote the quality, value, and optimal outcomes of services through a consultative accreditation process and continuous improvement services that center on enhancing the lives of the persons served. It was founded in 1966 as the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities, and is now known as CARF Interna-

tional.

Holy Angels was founded in 1955 by the Sisters of Mercy. The private, nonprofit corporation located in Belmont, N.C., provides residential services and innovative programs for children and adults with intellectual developmental disabilities with delicate medical conditions.

The CARF accredited programs include Holy Angels Morrow Center, the McAuley Residences, Fox Run ICF/IDD group homes (three six-bed), Belhaven ICF/IDD group home (15-bed), Moody Place ICF/IDD group home (15-bed), four community group homes, Camp Hope, and four business enterprises – Cherubs Café, Bliss Gallery and Cotton Candy Factory in downtown Belmont and Spruced Goose Station in McAdenville (providing meaningful job opportunities for adults with intellectual developmental disabilities).

To learn more about Holy Angels, join Holy Angels caring team or volunteer, please call 704.825.4161 or visit Holy Angels website at www.HolyAngelsNC.org.

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Joe William Wilson, 81, of Belmont, NC, passed away on June 29, 2022, in Charlotte, NC. Joe was born in Belmont, NC to J.W. and Louise Wilson on November 30, 1940.

He graduated from Belmont High School and attended Western Carolina University.

He married Pam Watson on June 28, 1964, in Belmont,

NC. Joe was employed by Pilot Freight Carriers, EJ Smith & Sons, and Livingston & Haven for more than 30 years before retiring. He was a veteran and served in the Air National Guard and was also a member of Park Street United Methodist Church.

Joe loved traveling to the mountains, playing golf, and walking. Throughout these activities, he never met a stranger. Joe was loved by many and enjoyed his community. He was proud to be a long-time resident of Belmont, NC. He was also extremely proud of his three grandchildren and his family.

He was fondly referred to as “Big Joe” or “Pop”.

Joe is preceded in death by his parents, John William Wilson, and Louise Burgin Wilson.

Joe is survived by his spouse of 58 years, Pam Wilson; daughter and son-in-law, Cara and Jason Clapsaddle; brother and sister-in-law, Ron and Peggy Wilson; grandchildren, Betsy Helms, Janie Helms, and Savannah

Clapsaddle.

A memorial service was Sunday, July 10, 2022, at 2:00 pm at Park Street United Methodist Church of Belmont, NC with Rev. David Hiatt officiating. Private inurnment followed at Evergreen, A Quiet Place in Belmont, NC. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Park Street United Methodist Church, 120 Park Street, Belmont, NC, 28012, the BCO (Belmont Community Organization), 91 Catawba St, Belmont, NC 28012, or Atrium Health Foundation Palliative Care Services, 208 East Blvd., Charlotte, NC, 28203.

The family of Joe Wilson wishes to extend our sincere thanks to Atrium Health ICU and Palliative Care teams for taking such amazing care of Joe. Condolence messages may be made online at www. mcleanfuneral.com.

McLean Funeral Directors of Belmont is serving the Wilson family.

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First Baptist Church in Stanley held a God and Country celebration event on July 3 that featured a variety of speakers, praise, and a plentitude of patriotism. Here are some photos from the moving morning.

Photos by Bill Ward

Town of Stanley Independence Day celebration The Town of Stanley celebrated Independence Day with a big jamboree in Harper Park. Friends and families from all over the area converged for the fun and fireworks. Here are some shots from the patriotic partying.

Photos by Bill Ward

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Cross Anchored

Upcoming Gospel Concerts announced Saturday July 23rd - 6 PM. Lowesville Gospel Concerts @ Vineyard Church – 1062 South Hwy 16 – Stanley (Lowesville) NC. presents in concert The Baker Family Bluegrass from Birch Tree MO.

A freewill offering only to be received, so bring a friend and worship with us.

Also, Saturday July 30th - 6 PM. Lowesville Gospel Concerts @ Vineyard Church presents in concert Gloryway from

Finding rest Rev. Trent Rankin Salvation Church, Gastonia, NC salvationchurchnc.org

The older I get, the more I like a good nap!

Truth is, we all need rest every day. We live in a fast-paced, 24/7 world, where we are constantly busy. Even with all our modern technology, we are always hurrying from one place to the other, rarely taking time for true rest for our bodies and minds. We need to find rest physically, and spiritually.

In 1 Kings 19:1-8, the great prophet of God, Elijah, was exhausted. He was running for his life. The evil Queen Jezebel was seeking to kill Elijah because he had defeated the prophets of Baal, the pagan gods she worshipped. In an act of revenge for their deaths, she planned to kill Elijah. He fled from the north of Israel all the way to the south of Judah. He ultimately arrived in Beersheba, where he sat under a broom tree. He was exhausted. He was tired from running, and tired of trying to be a prophet for God to a nation that couldn’t care less about God. He was done. He was ready for God to take his life.

Elijah fell asleep under the tree. However, he was awakened by an angel of God, who had provided him food and water to drink.

Mansfield OH, and Cross Anchored from Elkin NC, both groups sing southern gospel music.

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The Dog Days of Summer are here Elijah desperately needed to find rest for his body and soul. Like Elijah, we find ourselves exhausted. Living our lives in today’s world can be overwhelming. Living for Rev. Trent Rankin God when our society is far from Him is difficult. We can take comfort knowing God knows what we are experiencing. He knows our worries, our struggles, and our weariness. God provided for Elijah, physically with food, and later by defeating his enemies. God even sent a new prophet, Elisha, to help Elijah. God will provide for us too.

We need to take time for our physical rest, but also to have some true time with God. Let God speak to you in that still small voice He spoke to Elijah with so long ago. Jesus said in Matthew 11:28, “Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest” (ESV). Find rest today for yourself. Make time each day to get the proper rest your health needs, but also find rest for your soul in Jesus. Let Him bear your burdens, and come to Him by faith. He can give you the rest you truly need.

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By Lisa Harper and humidity. Our friend, the dog, In case you haven’t noticed, we does not come with a huge supply of have entered those dreaded dog days sweat glands. Those that it does have of summer. It’s hot, humid, and dry are frequently covered with a thick almost everywhere across the country. coat of fur, which reduces their abilHere in the south, we know this to be ity to regulate temperature. The main true. mechanism for canine temperature Though… there lies controversy on control is the very visible panting we the actual period of time that these days observe in our pets. I have witnessed Lisa begin, the farmers almanac is what this from our dog Dixie... just taking Harper I follow when it comes to “all things a short stroll around our house entices summer”. This period of extreme heat her to make a quick run to the front runs from July 3 to August 11. What do these door. Once she enters the living room, she just days have to do with dogs? The ancient ori- sits there quietly... but is panting a lot. gins of this phrase might surprise you.

Dog Day afternoons can also promote the This period of sweltering weather coin- arrival of some relief from the sultry heat in cides with the year’s heliacal (meaning “at the form of a thunderstorm. An added bonus is sunrise”) rising of Sirius, the Dog Star. Sirius that the garden gets a cool down. The flowers, is part of the constellation Canister Majoris- too, get a fresh drink of water from upstairs. the “Greater Dog”- which is where Sirius gets We have also been enjoying an abundance of its canine nickname, as well as the official vegetables from our garden. I have been cookname, Aloha Canister Majoris. Sirius happens ing a lot of stir fry recipes, as well as sharing to be also the brightest star in the sky. Now leftover vegetable goodies with friends. you know.

So now begins my daily mark off on the Lest we forget, shortly after the Summer calendar in our kitchen. As I wake up each Solstice in late June, is when we typically morning and look at the date, I can rest assure begin witnessing the worst of summer’s heat. that autumn is one day closer.

In truth, the dog is a good metaphor for heat Stay cool.

Gaston County Public Health celebrates two years of tobacco rule On Friday, July 1, Gaston County Public Health leaders gathered at Poston Park to celebrate two years of the most comprehensive tobacco rule in the state of North Carolina.

Gaston County Public Health director Steve Eaton addressed the media to highlight the success of the tobacco rule.

Passed by the Gaston County Health and Human Services Board and the Board of Commissioners in 2020, and following similar action by the cities of Cherryville and Bessemer City, the tobacco rule prohibits the use of tobacco and tobacco products (including e-cigarettes and vape pens) in Gaston County facilities, including parks. It also bans their use for any indoor public places across the county.

“Everyone has the right to breathe clean air, free from secondhand smoke,” Eaton

said. “In addition, studies have shown that laws that curb the availability of locations to use tobacco products can increase the likelihood of tobacco users deciding to quit.”

Since rolling out the new tobacco rule, the Gaston County Health Department has provided funding for municipalities to put up signage and update their current signage. The department has also created large signs for each municipality to use at their outdoor events throughout the year as a friendly reminder to the community not to use any form of tobacco in these public spaces.

The feedback from municipalities about the decrease in tobacco use at public events, in parks and around government buildings has been overwhelmingly positive and many have credited the signs as a major reason why.

“This is one of the most

significant accomplishments we have achieved as a board,” DHHS Board Chairman Robert Browne said.

“Any time we can take action that improves the lives of our residents, and then see its impact play out before us, it is extremely gratifying. We continue to encourage those who are addicted to nicotine and tobacco to make use of the resources available to them and begin the journey to quitting for good.”

Tobacco use is a 100% preventable risk factor for the four top non-COVID related causes of death in Gaston County: Stroke, cancer, heart disease and chronic lower respiratory disease.

For help quitting tobacco use, call toll free 1-800-QUIT-NOW or visit QuitlineNC.com. More information about Gaston County’s tobacco rule is available at GastonGov.com/tobacco.

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Banner News Fellowship & Faith

Church Directory Cornerstone Family Worship

Mt. Holly Church of God

Rankin Ave. • Mt Holly, NC

208 Rankin Ave. 704-827-8596

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

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

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

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

North Main Baptist Church

1120 Charlotte Ave. 704-530-5174

Second Baptist Church

151 Henry Chapel Rd 704-825-0711 455 Sacco St. 704-825-6007

Loves Chapel Presbyterian Church 210 Park Street, Belmont NC

704-825-9861 BELMONT Alexander Memorial Baptist Church 208 South Main Street 704-825-3216

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

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

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

Core Church 2316 Acme Rd. 704-822-8033

CrossFix Ministries 6131 Wilkinson Blvd.

704-879-4499

Crossroads Church 101 Beaty Rd. 704-827-8381

Centerview Baptist Church 2300 Acme Road 704-827-2061

East Belmont Baptist Church 501 Catawba Street 704-825-5780

204 Lincoln St. 704-825-8342

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

Message of Love Church 306 Pearl Beaty Dr. 704-827-6500

Mount Moriah Baptist Church 110 Lincoln St. 704-825-2046

Mount Pleasant Missionary Baptist 212 South Street 704-825-7269

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

New Life Baptist Church 201 Oak Trail 704-822-6195

New Mills Chapel Fire Baptized 104 Morning Glory Ave. 704-825-5457

O’Conner Grove Church Ame Zion 613 N. Main Street 704-825-5576

Park Street United Methodist 120 Park Street 704-825-8480

Power of the Spirit Church

East Belmont Church Of God

118 School Street 704-827-7071

320 E. Catawba Street 704- 825-8845

Queen Of The Apostles Catholic Church

East Belmont Free Will Baptist 909 Edgemont Ave 704-825-5346

Ebenezer United Methodist Church 120 Belmont-Mt. Holly Road 704-827-3366

Exodus Church 6325 Wilkinson Blvd.

704-755-5034

First Baptist Church 23 N. Central Avenue 704-825-3758

First Foursquare Gospel Church 8 Elizabeth Street 704-825-5811

First Presbyterian Church 102 S. Central Ave 704-825-3357

First Presbyterian-Belmont 112 S. Central Ave 704-829-0668

First United Methodist Church of Belmont 807 South Point Road 704-825-2106

Fresh Anointing Church of God 71 McAdenville Road 704-825-7283

Friendship Baptist Church 5008 S. New Hope Rd 704-825-3276

Gaston Christian Church

503 N. Main Street 704-825-9600

Sanctuary of Praise Ministries 124 Georgia Belle Ave. 704-579-7823

South Point Baptist Church 124 Horsley Ave. 704-825-9516

South Point Freewill Baptist 297 Gaither Rd. 704-825-8045

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

Springwood Freewill Baptist 826 Stanley-Spencer Mtn. Rd. 704-827-7801

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

The Pointe 6700 Wilkinson Blvd 704-825-1709

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

Upper Room United Pentecostal

Ridgeview Baptist Church River of Life Full Gospel Church

Henry’s Chapel Ame Zion Church Hood Memorial AME Zion Church

826 W. Charlotte Ave. 704-827-2999 105 Pine Rd. 704-827-3856

6014 S. New Hope Rd 704-825-7959

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704-867-2317 Burge Memorial Methodist Church 312 W. Glendale Ave. 704-827-2726

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

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

Chapel Baptist Church 324 N. Lee St. 704-827-5526

Community Christian Fellowship 2560 Stanley Lucia Rd. 704-827-5881

740 Rankin Ave. 704-827-5181

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

St. Anthony of Padua Traditional Catholic Church

Cramerton Free Will Baptist

154 N. Main St. 704-824-3831

Cramerton Temple of God Church East Wilkinson Blvd.

704-824-5319

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

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

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

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

108 Horseshoe Bend Beach Rd. 704-827-8676

DALLAS

St. Paul FHB Church

The Barn at Sandcastle Farm 155 Sandcastle Rd.

1529 Old Hwy 27 Rd. 704-827-5851

Gateway Cowboy Church

Tuckaseege Baptist Church

STANLEY

511 Tuckaseege Rd. 704-827-4301

Amazing Grace Baptist Church

Way of the Cross Baptist Church 238 Lanier Ave. 704-827-8111

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

Westview Presbyterian Church 1020 W. Catawba Ave. 704-827-2026

Cornerstone Family Worship

LOWELL

709 Rankin Ave. 704-671-8640

Bethlehem Church

7280 Sifford Rd. 704-827-6277

Christ’s Evangelical Lutheran 203 S. Main St. 704-263-2621

Community Pentecostal Center 320 Ralph Handsel Blvd.

704-263-8731

First United Methodist Church 5481 Hickory Grove Rd. 704-263-2691

First Presbyterian Church

Covenant United Methodist

3100 Bethlehem Church St. 704-823-5050

512 Old Mount Holly Rd. 704-263-4275

110 Underwood Dr. 704-820-0603

Carolina Community Baptist

Gold Hill Missionary Baptist Church

604 Martha Ave 704-824-2872

7447 Old Plank Rd. 704-827-7966

Center Baptist Church

New Faith Baptist Church

S. New Hope Rd. 704-824-4121

1224 Mayberry Rd. 704-263-0249

Epic Church

New Life Baptist Church

100 Indian Walk 704-671-4652

527 N. Buckoak St. 704-263-4647

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

Finish Line Christian Center 1792, 108 N. Main St. 704-980-285-8334

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

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

First Presbyterian Church

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

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

133 S. Main St. 704-827-0521

Lowell Smyre United Methodist Church

First United Methodist Church

201 N. Main St. 704-824-8814

140 N. Main St. 704-827-4855

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

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

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

Kingdom Hall Jehovah’s Witnesses 1736 Kelly Rd. 704-263-0199

Lighthouse Full Gospel Church 530 N. Hawthorne St. 704-827-1442

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

Mt. Calvary Baptist Church 120 Branch St. 704-824-4535

First Baptist Church of Lowell

Bethel Baptist Church

Morningside Missionary Church

Roper Street 704-601-5146

NC Highway 273 704-827-9846

711 Morningside Dr. 704-822-9142

324 N. Main St. 704-263-4041

Stanley Pentecostal Holiness Church 113 E. Parkwood St. 704-263-2131

Trinity Full Gospel Church

5481 Hickory Grove Rd. 704-524-0555

New Life Church

Welcome Baptist Church

128 Robbins St. 704-824-1356

811 Mauney Rd.

Presbyterian Church of Lowell

BESSEMER CITY

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

Restoration Church 1800 Spencer Mountain Rd. 704-824-5250

Woodlawn Baptist Church

McADENVILLE

Goshen Presbyterian Church

Stanley Church of God

United In Action of Stanley

110 S. Main St. 704-827-4751

MT. HOLLY

2920 Dallas-Stanley Highway 704-263-4426

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

Will of God Church

1951 Stanley Lucia Rd. 704-827-9224

Springfield Memorial Baptist Church

First Baptist Church

Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd Macedonia Baptist Church

2717 Dallas/Stanley Hwy. 704-263-4406

303 Sunset Dr. 704-263-9765

1405 Armstrong Ford Rd. 704-825-0604

5339 S. New Hope Rd 704-825-8252

Mt. Pleasant United Methodist Church

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

1101 N. Main St. 704-824-4261

513 Woodlawn Ave. 704-827-5185

151 8th Ave. 704-824-3889

Cramer Memorial United Methodist Church

Revival Tabernacle of Mt. Holly

Grace Wesleyan Church

Cramerton Independent Presbyterian Church

Redemption Hill Church 804 W. Charlotte Ave. 704-820-0954

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Sanctuary of Praise Ministries

McAdenville Wesleyan Church

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

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

Bright Light Baptist Church 112 White Jenkins Rd. 704-681-2017 Don’t see your church listed?

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Gaston Emergency Medical Services News...

The NC WIC Program has begun issuing benefits for more sizes of Gerber formula and for two additional Gerber formula products (Gerber Good Start Gentle Supreme and NAN 1 Pro Infant Powder). Learn more: http://ncdhhs.gov/.../ncdhhs-helps-families-participating. For the latest resources & guidance on the formula shortage visit: ncdhhs.gov/formula.

GEMS staff recently spent some time with campers as part of a summer camp through Webb Street School. Crewmembers had a wonderful time talking with campers about EMS. Special thanks to Paramedic Howard and EMT Garbus (both pictured) for representing GEMS.

The garden on the school nutrition campus.

Connecting agriculture and education in the garden Congratulations to GEMS Paramedic Courtney Johnson (second from left). The Gaston County Jaycees recently recognized Courtney with a distinguished service award. Courtney earned the award for her outstanding work in co-developing a pilot program to institute the first therapy dog program specific to first responders in North Carolina. The program introduced three new additions to the GEMS family, Therapy Dogs Bijou, Knox, and Macy Mae, all owned and cared for by Paramedic Johnson. Since implementing the therapy dog program at GEMS, there has been a significant increase in reducing stress after experiencing a tragic or traumatic call.

Congratulations to GEMS team members who recently completed their education to become credentialed EMTs. They are the first group of emergency medical responders to graduate through the GEMS in-house EMT boot camp. Left to right: (3rd row) Major Jessica Ross, Casey Henderson, Kaitlyn Clebnick, Brett Lail, Instructor Robert Paul, (2nd row) Kimberly Harvley, Guadalupe Lopez, Jessica Messer, Instructor Wayne Massagee, (1st row) Josh Ball.

Gaston County Cooperative Extension has partnered with Gaston County Schools for an exciting summer project. The goal of the project is to explore the feasibility of replacing the need for purchasing frozen vegetables utilized for school lunches. In the 1800 sq ft plot there are over 100 yellow squash and zucchini plants, and about 40 cherry tomatoes (for summer use) planted. One of the added benefits of this project is that it is housed onsite at the school nutrition campus.

It may be encouraging for the parents of students to know that no pesticides are being utilized on the plants within the garden. Gaston County Cooperative Extension hopes that this project opens doors for increasing the support for agricultural education opportunities inside and outside the classroom.

Summer squash is high yielding and easy to grow.

By the end of summer most home gardeners have given more summer squash away than they have consumed.

It is also utilized by Gaston County high schools as a vegetable option on their menu, making it a no-brainer candidate for trialing at the school nutrition site. When selecting our summer squash for the

plot we selected straight neck types that have good disease resistance and consistently high yields. Multipik and

Dunja have impressed us thus far into the season as the first fruits begin to form in the garden.

Congratulations to Mt. Holly Fire Dept. Firefighter Austin Denice on completing and receiving his North Carolina Emergency Medical Technician. Keep up the good work.

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Paolo Sexton from York Chester Middle School.

Sullivan Absher of South Point High School.

Jerry Bradley of South Point High School, Aaron Hollar of East Gaston High School, and Ruby Ruiz of W.C. Friday Middle School.

Board of Education recognizes students During its regular monthly meeting on Monday, May 23, the Gaston County Board of Education brought attention to students for their achievements in academics, athletics, and the fine arts. The students were honored during the “good news” portion of the meeting. Below is a look at the honorees: Pictured are students from East Gaston, South Point, and Belmont Middle schools.

Joseph Norris, U.S. Air Force Academy Joseph Norris from the Highland School of Technology received a prestigious appointment to the United States Air Force Academy in Colorado. He plans to major in aeronautical engineering and minor in nuclear weapons and strategy.

This is one of the most significant accomplishments a high school student can achieve. Norris hopes to attend flight school and become a fighter aircraft pilot.

Avery Lester from South Point High School.

East Gaston High School Cheerleaders

Wehazit Mussie, UNC Morehead-Cain Scholar Wehazit Mussie from the Highland School of Technology is the recipient of the Morehead-Cain Scholarship from UNC-Chapel Hill.

At UNC, Mussie plans to major in environmental health science through the Gillings School of Global Public Health and then go to medical school. She eventually wants to work as a pediatrician.

Being a Morehead-Cain Avery Lester, U.S. ConScholar runs in the Mussie gressional Medal Avery Lester from South family. Two years ago, her Point High School earned the brother, Urael, also received Congressional Gold Medal UNC-Chapel Hill’s most Award, which is presented by prestigious scholarship. the United States Congress for Allen Chen, Massachuaccomplishments in volunteer service, personal develop- setts Institute of Technology Allen Chen from the ment, physical fitness, and Gaston Early College High exploration.

The Gold Medal requires School was accepted to attend 800 hours of service. Lester’s the Massachusetts Institute of activities include volunteer- Technology (MIT) in Caming at Holy Angels and with bridge, Massachusetts.

This is an incredible opMeals on Wheels; focusing on swimming and diving to meet portunity for Chen because the requirements for physical not everyone gets accepted fitness; and taking an expedi- to attend MIT. He hopes to tion to national parks such as become a computer engineer, Yosemite, Grand Canyon, and and best of all, his schooling Sequoia to meet the explora- is paid for through various scholarships and grants. tion requirement.

Additionally, Chen earned Ajhinae Brooks, Quest- a perfect score on the math portion of the SAT, which is Bridge Scholar Ajhinae Brooks from the very difficult to achieve.

Highland School of TechSamantha Bolton, Geornology received the QuestBridge Scholarship to attend gia Institute of Technology Samantha Bolton from Rice University in Houston, Texas. The scholarship is a Forestview High School was full-tuition award valued at accepted to attend six universities this fall, and she se$200,000.

Brooks was identified as a lected the Georgia Institute of QuestBridge Scholar because Technology in Atlanta.

Bolton, who plans to folof her outstanding academic ability and achievement. At low in the footsteps of her Rice University, she plans on grandfather and her mother to majoring in cognitive science become an engineer, recently and minoring in psychology. found out that her grandfather was not allowed to at-

tend Georgia Tech in 1953 because of racial segregation.

That is one of the reasons why she chose Georgia Tech as a tribute to her grandfather.

Rex Dover and Paolo Sexton, Gaston County Spelling Bee Rex Dover of Belmont Middle School correctly spelled “ramification” to win The Gaston Gazette Spelling Bee and earn the opportunity to compete at the Scripps National Spelling Bee in Washington, D.C. Dover emerged as the winner from a field of 43 students representing public, charter, and private schools to win the countywide competition on March 29 at the Gastonia Conference Center.

(Dover was not able to attend the Board meeting.)

Additionally, Paolo Sexton from York Chester Middle School did an outstanding job in the competition, finishing in second place as the runner-up.

Seth Samonds, SATELLITE Leadership Conference Seth Sammonds from Bessemer City High School had the opportunity to participate in the SATELLITE leadership conference at N.C. State University in Raleigh. SATELLITE stands for Science and Technology Enriching Lifelong Leadership in Tomorrow’s Endeavors.

SATELLITE is a STEM outreach and leadership development program that introduces high school students to science and technologyrelated educational and career paths. Samonds was one of only 60 sophomore students from across the state to be chosen for the SATELLITE leadership program.

All-State Band: Jerry Bradley, Aaron Hollar, and Ruby Ruiz Jerry Bradley of South Point High School, Aaron Hollar of East Gaston High School, and Ruby Ruiz of W.C. Friday Middle School were chosen for the North Carolina Bandmasters Association’s all-state honors band. They participated in this year’s all-state concert, which was held at Memorial Hall in Chapel Hill.

In addition to the state concert, the three students performed during the South Central All-District Band Concert, which was held at Stuart W. Cramer High School in January.

All-State Chorus: Erin Watson Erin Watson of Forestview High School, along with Issac Londeree of Ashbrook High School, and Nate King and Tristan Nogueira, both from Stuart W. Cramer High School, represented Gaston County Schools in the allstate honors chorus. (Londeree, King, and Nogueira were not able to attend the Board meeting.)

The four all-state chorus members from Gaston County were chosen from approximately 750 students who applied. Only 176 were selected.

Watson, who has been singing since she was three years old, has been involved in the choral program at Forestview for four years.

Her vocal and acting talent resulted in her stealing the show as “Audrey II” in the school’s spring production of “Little Shop of Horrors.”

Art Show Winners: Rhiannon Wollmuth, Erin

Ryan Harris from South Point High School.

Poteat, and Trinity Ledford Three students were the overall winners in the Gaston County Schools “Through An Artist’s Eyes” art show.

Rhiannon Wollmuth from Hunter Huss High School won the Best in Show honor.

Erin Poteat from Ashbrook High School received the Directors Choice Award, and Southwest Middle School student Trinity Ledford earned the James C. Biggers Award.

“Through an Artist’s Eyes” is on exhibit in the spring at the Gaston County Museum in Dallas. It gives students the opportunity to showcase their artwork in a number of different categories like painting, photography, sculpture, and mixed media.

Cherryville High School Cheerleaders The Cherryville High School cheerleading team won state championships at the North Carolina High School Athletic Association Cheerleading Invitational in two categories, and the team participated in the North Carolina Cheerleading Coaches Association competition and won another first place state award.

Since 2008, the Cherryville High School cheerleaders have won 22 state championships under the direction of coach and adviser

Wendy Holt.

East Gaston High School Cheerleaders The cheerleaders from East Gaston High School placed first in the super varsity category at the North Carolina High School Athletic Association Cheerleading Invitational. Prior to winning the state competition, the team took first place at the Piedmont Regionals.

The East Gaston cheerleaders are coached by April Sadler, who guided the team to their first-place regional and state honors.

Lauren Tolbert, State Champion, Track and Field Lauren Tolbert of the Highland School of Technology is a nine-time state champion in cross country and track and field. She has set state records in track and field and cross country and received the Most Outstanding Performer Award.

Her college plans include attending Duke University to pursue a degree in biology or related field. She wants to go to dental school and specialize in oral surgery. Tolbert hopes that her winning efforts in running continue at Duke as she aspires to qualify for the United States Olympic Team.

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Patricia A. Skinner Institute of Veterinary Technology building.

Gaston College Vet Tech Building named in honor of Dr. Patricia A. Skinner The Vet Tech Building on the Dallas campus of Gaston College was recently named in honor of Dr. Patricia Skinner, who served as the President of the College from 1994 to 2020. The facility will be known as the Patricia A. Skinner Institute of Veterinary Technology.

Construction on the building began in November 2018, under Dr. Skinner’s leadership. It opened in August 2020, at the beginning of the College’s fall semester. The 15,665 square foot building houses the Veterinary Medical Technology program, which prepares students to assist veterinarians in their practices.

Dr. John Hauser became Gaston College’s seventh president on June 1, 2020. He thanked Dr. Skinner for her vision and oversight of the project that gave the Vet Tech program larger, more modern facilities than those in the offcampus site that had housed the program previously.

“Over the course of 25 years as President of Gaston College, Pat inspired vision and dedication to building a flagship institution in Gaston College,” said Dr. Hauser.

“Her focus on providing a high-quality environment for student success led to many initiatives and building projects, with her last being this Veterinary Technology facility. Dr. Skinner had a lasting impact on Gaston College and touched the lives of thousands of students, faculty and staff.”

Dr. Skinner, who now has

President Emeritus Dr. Patricia A. Skinner and President Dr. John Hauser following the ceremony to name the Gaston College vet tech building in Dr. Skinner’s honor. the title of President Emeritus, thanked Dr. Hauser, the Board of Trustees, and the Gaston College Foundation for the honor of having the Vet Tech building dedicated in her name. “You all know it does not happen without the support of a lot of people,” she said. “It wasn’t just me providing leadership. I remember arriving here 27 years ago and finding a community that loved Gaston College. I was so appreciative of this beloved community that really stood up and helped raise money and do the kind of things that were needed for Gaston College to grow and continue.” She also recognized faculty, staff and administrative leaders. “One of the things I’m most proud of is hiring and retaining the very best people.”

It was through the efforts

of Dr. Skinner that Gaston College’s Vet Tech program was launched in 1995. Until that time, only one other community college in North Carolina had such a program, and Dr. Skinner, with the support of the Trustees and the Gaston College community, went to the State Board of Community Colleges in Raleigh to make the case that Gaston College should have a Vet Tech program.

The campaign was successful and the program started in a small building at the Gaston County Animal Shelter, where it remained until the new on-campus building was completed in 2020.

BestColleges.com has consistently ranked the Gaston College Veterinary Medical Technology program as among the best in the United States.

Belmont Middle School 8th graders wrapped up their school year with a tropical picnic. Congratulations to the class of 2026 for completing their middle school years. Best of luck to all of you as you move on to your next journey in high school. ball playoffs.

This fall, Stephens plans to attend Oglethorpe University in Atlanta.

STUDENTS From Page 10 Asher Neumann, State Champion, Swimming Asher Neumann from the Highland School of Technology claimed the 1A/2A individual state swimming championship in the 200-yard freestyle competition.

Neumann has been involved with the school’s swimming team for four years and served as the team captain for three years. This fall, he will attend North Carolina State University and plans to study engineering.

Ashlynn Stephens, N.C. Volleyball Player of the Year Ashlynn Stephens from the Highland School of Technology was named the 1A North Carolina Volleyball Player of the Year. The honor is presented by the North Carolina Volleyball Coaches Association.

Stephens, who is a leader as the volleyball team captain, also received numerous all-conference and MVP honors for her standout performances on the volleyball court, which includes leading the team to the state volley-

Janiya Adams and Randall Pettus, Basketball Standouts Janiya Adams and Randall Pettus are basketball standouts from Bessemer City High School.

Last year, Adams set a new Gaston County singlegame scoring record, and this year, she broke her own record by scoring 55 points in a game. She is the first Gaston County girls basketball player to score 50 points in a single game. Additionally, Adams was named an all-conference and all-district performer in basketball.

Pettus also broke a singlegame scoring record, totaling 60 points in a single game.

The previous record of 59 points dated back to 1969.

Pettus is a two-time winner of the Gaston County Basketball Player of the Year Award, and he was named the Conference Player of the Year after leading his team to the fourth round of the state playoffs.

Ryan Harris, Defensive

Player of the Year Ryan Harris from South Point High School received the Luke Kuechly Defensive Player of the Year recognition. The award is given by the Charlotte Touchdown Club to an area high school football player who has excelled in four areas: scholarship, sportsmanship, leadership, and citizenship.

By having the Charlotte Touchdown Club’s Defensive Player of the Year, the South Point High School athletics department received a $2,000 honorarium in Harris’ name. Harris plans to attend UNC-Charlotte.

Sullivan Absher, University of Notre Dame South Point High School football standout Sullivan Absher announced live on CBS Sports HQ his decision to attend the University of Notre Dame.

Only a junior at South Point, Absher is a highlyrecruited left tackle and ranks as the tenth best football prospect in North Carolina.

He also ranks number 22 in the country for offensive tackles. Not only is Absher a great football player, he ranks among the top students academically in the Class of 2023.

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Gaston Schools Good News for June The Gaston County Board of Education received the following Good News for the month of June at its recent meeting.

Gaston County Schools had 28 students in the Class of 2022 to earn valedictorian or salutatorian honors. The students were recognized during high school graduation for their commitment to academic excellence.

Colby Andrew Green of Stuart W. Cramer High School achieved 12 years of perfect attendance. During his school’s graduation ceremony, he received a perfect attendance plaque from the Gaston County Board of Education in recognition of his outstanding accomplishment.

Four Gaston County Schools students and the Cherryville High School 4x400 relay team captured N.C. High School Athletic Association (NCHSAA) state championships in track and field. Lauren Tolbert of the Highland School of Technology claimed state championships in the 100-meter and 200-meter dash. In addition, she broke the 800-meter 1A meet record and was named

the 1A Women’s Meet Most Outstanding Performer. The Cherryville High School boys relay team of Mason Grindstaff, Cooper Sloan, Jack Mulvey, and Jackson Owens won the boys 4x400 meter relay; Alexis Willis of Stuart W. Cramer High School won the girls 3A triple jump; Zachary Willer of Stuart W. Cramer High School won the boys 1600-meter run; and Austin Brotemarkle of Forestview High School won the boys 3200-meter run.

The following educators received the Jennifer T. Stultz Art Appreciation Grant from the Gaston County Education Foundation: Ashley Dennis, Sherwood Elementary; Anna Howard, Holbrook Middle School; and Elizabeth Gilmore, Tryon Elementary.

Torben Ross, principal at Holbrook Middle School, was selected as the GCAEOP (Gaston County Association of Educational Office Professionals) Administrator of the Year, and Gloria Malker, financial secretary at York Chester Middle School, was selected as the GCAEOP Educational Office Professional of the Year.

The following students are recipients of the Albert G. Myers Scholarship, which is valued at $20,000: Rylee-Grace Burgis, Cherryville High School; Logan Crisp, Stuart W. Cramer High School; Joshua Crouch, Stuart W. Cramer High School; Justin Larter, East Gaston High School; Daisy Lopez, Hunter Huss High School; Ashley Mahboub, Hunter Huss High School; and Emily Rollins, Gaston Early College High School.

The following students were selected for the all-state soccer team: Grace Doster, East Gaston High School; Grace Smith, South Point High School; and Jordan Villemagne, South Point High School.

Ashbrook High School senior Elena High is the recipient of the Bess Chapel United Methodist Church /Brad Baxter scholarship valued at $750, and Madison McCathern is the recipient of the Dr. William and Karen Hunter Science Scholarship valued at $500.

Cherryville High School finished as the 1A runner-up in the N.C. High School Ath-

letic Association (NCHSAA) state baseball championship.

The Ironmen finished the season with a 22-12 overall record; the team was 8-4 in the Southern Piedmont 1A/2A Conference. The school claimed its 10th regional championship in baseball.

Stuart W. Cramer High School senior D’Myah Matthews received the Paul Fuller Mentoring Scholarship, which is awarded annually to an outstanding high school senior who has been a part of the Gaston County Schools mentoring program.

She plans to attend UNCCharlotte this fall.

Patrick Lamp of Stuart W. Cramer High School is the recipient of the Maxine Porch Scholarship, which is presented by the McAdenville Woman’s Club. The scholarship is valued at $1,500.

Forestview High School senior Zackary Carr is the recipient of the John E. Willoughby Scholarship valued at $1,000, and Zailyn Jeter is the recipient of the John Hunsucker Memorial Scholarship.

Highland School of Technology senior Natalie Maier is the recipient of the Honorable Ralph C. Gingles, Jr. Scholarship, which is valued at $2,000.

Highland School of Technology graphic arts students created a Ben Bender/Dirty Dancing tifo (a choreographed display in which fans in a sports stadium raise a large banner together) for the Major League Soccer game in Charlotte on June 11 against the New York Red Bulls.

Maddie Boyles is the school’s graphics teacher.

Pinewood Elementary teacher Teagan Taylor was selected to participate in a National Council for History Education (NCHE) workshop at Kennedy Space Center in Florida. The workshop was titled “The Space Age on the Space Coast.”

Webb Street School teacher Sean Gettys was named a Hyundai Hometown Hero for going above and beyond for his students in the classroom. He was given a brand new Hyundai Santa Fe,

which was provided by Bob Mayberry Hyundai. WCNCTV news anchor Ruby Durham, Eugene Robinson, co-host of “Charlotte Today” on WCNC-TV, and representatives from Bob Mayberry Hyundai were on hand for the surprise announcement and car presentation on June 3.

The City of Gastonia held an art show at the Schiele Museum that involved high school students being recognized for their outstanding work. The following students were award winners: Justus Martin, Ashbrook High School; Kayla Beacraft, Bessemer City High School; Kelly Diaz, Cherryville High School; Mila Ranucci, Stuart W. Cramer High School; Baleigh Burlington, East Gaston High School; Isabel Beaty, Highland School of Technology; Lenah Muhammad, Hunter Huss High School; and Mackenzie Salley, North Gaston High School. The overall award winners were Isabel Beaty, first place, and Lenah Muhammad, second place.

Abby Michael

Hayden Dillard

James Crawford

Marley Prato

Mattie Branham

Nicole Allen

School uses donation to build gaga ball pit Chad O’Brien did not attend Gaston County Schools, but when he and his wife moved to the Charlotte area from Pittsburgh, they wanted to continue their efforts of supporting local schools.

O’Brien is the founder of the “Give Back a Backpack” children’s charity and works directly with teachers and principals to see where the need is the greatest. His wife, Deb, attended Art Cloth Elementary in Lowell and agreed that is where they want to continue their work of helping children.

Now known as Lowell Elementary, O’Brien reached out to principal Kristin Kiser to discuss some possibilities to support the children and staff. The School Improvement Team met and discussed several different options and eventually decided on a gaga ball pit.

Gaga ball is a fast-paced, high-energy sport played in

an octagonal pit. Dubbed as a kinder, gentler version of dodgeball, the game is played with a soft foam ball, and it combines the skills of dodging, striking, running, and jumping while trying to hit opponents with a ball below the knees.

“The only gaga I know is Lady Gaga,” joked O’Brien when he was told of the school’s chosen project.

“Children need to have fun, and I am really happy we started with this. My gifts are unconditional so whatever they think they need that is what we’re going to support.”

Melissa Bess, the school’s physical education teacher, said the sport allows students to be accountable for who is in and out of the game. In addition, it provides great exercise and teaches lessons and skills about working together.

For student Joseph Wilson, he was excited to see the gaga ball pit completed,

especially after he had a hand in building it. “My dad is on the PTO and agreed to build the pit to save the school money,” said Wilson.

Kiser says she is grateful for O’Brien’s generosity and hopes the two can continue the wonderful partnership.

“He is so great to work with and willing to listen to any of our suggestions,” said Kiser, who is the current Gaston County Principal of the Year. “I am so thankful that he approached us. His inlaws remain in Lowell, and they wanted to give back to their community. It was such a blessing that he reached out to us, and we look forward to working with him on future projects.”

Among the projects under consideration are additional landscaping and gardening at the front of the school and the establishment of an outdoor classroom.

Gaston Schools students selected for Governor’s School Seventeen Gaston County Schools high school students who were chosen to attend the prestigious North Carolina Governor’s School 2022. Check out the list below to see if you know someone who is going to Governor’s School, and if so, give them a “shout out”. Pictured are local students that will attend.

Governor’s School - East at Meredith College, Raleigh Sherry Ramos Martinez, Ashbrook High School - Math Abby Michael, Stuart W. Cramer High School - Dance Mattie Branham, East Gaston High School - Instrumental Music, Tuba Hayden Dillard, East Gaston High School - Instrumental Music, Trumpet Kathryn Meranto, East Gaston High School - Choral Music, Soprano 2 Olivia Metts, East Gaston High School - English Samuel Cook, Highland School of Technology - Social Science Nicole Allen, South Point High School - Math Avery Boyd, South Point High School - Math Jordan Coffey, South Point High School - Choral Music, Soprano 2 James Crawford, South Point High School - Instrumental Music, Percussion Abigail Miss, South Point High School - English Governor’s School - West at Winston-Salem State University Marley Prato, Stuart W. Cramer High School - Theater Kaitlyn Russell, East Gaston High School - Social Science A’ja Adams, Forestview High School - Social Science Sarah Younan, Forestview High School - Social Science Abigail Osborne, Highland School of Technology - Natural Science To read more, please visit https://www.gaston.k12.nc.us/GovernorSchool2022

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Extension Master Food Volunteer Program The NC Cooperative Extension will be offering an exciting program in September.

The training program will be a combination of in-person and virtual sessions beginning in September at the Lucile Tatum Ctr., 959 Osceola St., Gastonia, NC. Cost: $40 | More info: Linda Minges linda_minges@ncsu. edu or 704.922.2127.

Benefits to Volunteers: Gain cooking and knife skills Receive nutrition and food safety training Participate in day trips to area food processing plants and research facilities Make connections to our local food system Meet new people who share your interest in food and nutrition Be a part of N.C. Cooperative Extension’s food, nutrition, Volunteers and wellness workshops Make a difference throughout your community Conduct cooking demos at farmers markets, churches, and EMFVP Volunteer Opportunities: other community locations Assist with home canning workshops Provide educational outreach at health fairs and community festivals Assist with Extension youth-based nutrition and cooking workshops Program Requirements 30-hrs educational training 30-hrs “shadowing” an agent 20-hrs volunteer service annually 10-hrs continuing education annually

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EXPERIENCED AUTO BODY TECH/MECHANIC NEEDED. Your Shop or mine. Must have own tools and valid drivers license. (704) 445-0970 ANNOUNCING OUR NEW OFFICE LOCATION. The SALVATION ARMY of Cleveland & Rutherford County’s Office is now located at 310 West Dixon Blvd., Shelby NC 28152. Phone (704) 482-0375

ONE ON ONE CARE is hiring for full/part time in the group homes for 2nd shift. Transport experience recommended not required. Hrs are 2p-11p weekdays and 8p-8a weekends. Apply in person at 203 Lee St., Shelby

NEW! SOUL’S HARBOR MINISTRIES BIBLE STUDY @ Manor on Main 226 S. Main St. Mount Holly, NC 28120. Additional events: Youth rallies, game nights, prayer nights! harbor4u. com We can’t wait to meet you!

(704) 812-8026 office@harbor4u. com

COINS * COINS * COINS. We Buy & Sell Coins. “Coin Collector Supplies.” JAKE’S KNIVES & COLLECTIBLES. 1008 South Lafayette Street, Shelby. Call 704600-6996 (980) 295-5568 75TH SKINNER FAMILY REUNION. INVITATION TO THE 75th SKINNER FAMILY REUNION. DESCENDANTS OF WILLIAM SKINNER AND ELIZABETH AIKMAN. SUNDAY, AUGUST 14, 2022 at TRINITY BAPTIST CHURCH, 746 TRINITY CHURCH ROAD, MOORESBORO, NC. GREETING 12:30 TO 1:00. PRAY AND EAT AT 1:00 UNTIL “BRING A PICNIC BASKET”. COME AND VISIT, TALK ABOUT OLD TIMES AND REMINISCE. BRING ANY OLD PHOTOS AND SHARE STORIES, PRINTED FAMILY TREES AND BOOKS FILLED WITH INFORMATION OF THE PAST. INFO CONTACT: rskinner@carolina. rr.com

GOLDEN DOMERS TOY AND HOBBY. Visit our NEW LOCATION .....Model Cars, Die-cast Cars & Trucks, Tractors, Hot Wheels, Construction Toys, Sports Memorabilia, Autographed Items, Hard to Find Items! See Mike & Brandon Willis. We’re located at 104 Oliver Ave. (behind El Acapulco Mexican Restaurant in Boiling Springs), Shelby 704-297-0102 or 704-297-0103 GLENWOOD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY is accepting new students. NC scholarships available to families who qualify. Contact Frankie McDaniel 828-305-4233.

(828) 305-4233

REUNIONS 1980 SHELBY HIGH CLASS REUNION. The SHS Class of 1980 is having its 42nd class reunion. October 1, 2022. For more information please contact: Pam Blanton Williams at 704-6922472 or email : Pamw784@gmail. com or Lynn McCarver Hicks 704-284-3303

Deadline: Friday at 12:00 Noon

EYEBROW THREADING. LOOKING FOR SOMEONE EXPERIENCED IN EYEBROW THREADING TO WORK FULL TIME OR PART TIME. WE ARE LOCATED IN CAROLINA PLACE MALL. CALL 202213-5227 FOR AN INTERVIEW (202) 213-5227 MPASHAEI79@ GMAIL.COM START TODAY! Needed Auto Mechanic / Body Repairman. Experienced a must. Great Pay. Full Time, 40 hours per week or more.

Apply in person Car Works Llc, 3510 Fallston Road, Shelby, NC 28150. No phone calls please.

COATS PERFORMANCE YARNS (CLEVEMONT). Coats Performance Yarns (Clevemont) 501 York Road, Kings Mountain.

Apply Within. 8 hour shifts. For more information, email Kimberly.Durden@coats.com or call 704-739-4119.

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES NEW COMPANY SEEKING BRAND PARTNERS. New company launch - August 1, 2022.

Get positioned now! Our company has partnered with a major manufacturing company resulting in a BRAND NEW COMPANY... We will launch an online marketplace featuring liquid nutraceuticals using cutting-edge nanotechnology that provides superior absorption... as well as... a line of bath, body, and home care products using the highest quality, clean, green, toxin-free ingredients. The company has also acquired the Exclusive Rights to a proven product that helped launch a well-known Billion $ brand. I know some of the principals involved... this is the REAL DEAL... this will make waves in the industry. This is a personal invitation to join us NOW before the masses find out... we are positioning people NOW. This is your chance to get ‘first mover advantage’, since we have the unique ability to position people on our team now …

BEFORE the official company launch. For a sneak peak and more info, go to https://ytmfunnel.com/tour/#100820.

You can either watch it happen or be part of it. I would rather you be part of it! (919) 229-5229 robin. healthandwealth@gmail.com

BUSINESS SERVICES LEGAL SALES REP / CLIENTSVCSREP. NY Law Firm is seeking s/o experienced in Sales to convert calls, emails, online chats to signed legal retainers (sales) in the E-Commerce Online Marketplace Legal field. Competitive candidates must be organized, have very strong communication skills and be able to manage time effectively. Salary is commensurate with experience. Position is Full-time, 40 hours/week, may require evening hours/weekends, holidays and overtime. Primarily remote work but may have to attend in-person meetings periodically and for training in the Spindale/Rutherfordton areas.

When become eligible, benefits include 401k (w/co match), possible Health Insurance, Dental, Life Ins, Vision, EAP, paid time off and potential for bonuses. Potential clients call us for help and are under a lot of duress. Therefore candidates must be empathetic and good listeners and have strong interpersonal skills. A legal background is preferred but not required. You will be trained to understand the inner workings of all areas of our practice, work with our attorneys and paralegals, billing and ethics.

Only serious candidates with experience in Sales (not Retail Customer Service) will be considered. We are an EOE. (212) 295-5811 EliR@amazonsellerslawyer.com

EB MOBILE MECHANIC. I will come to you to repair any car, lawnmower or tractor. Honest & reliable. (704) 300-2332

COPPERHEAD ROAD LAWN AND FIELD. Give us a call for prompt friendly service.

Offering lawn care and field services (light tractor work, soil sampling and analysis) at reasonable prices.Standard lawn package: (mowing, trimming, blowing off driveways and porches.) (704) 692-0662 GRAVEL $170/TON. Miscellaneous junk removal, Trenching excavator, $65/hr, $50/unload.

Firewood, tree-trimming except over house. Estimate, 864-4909803 complaints or problems.

GRADING, EXCAVATION, DUMP TRUCK, SEPTIC. Local grading and excavation contractor that offers start to finish services. From day 1 lot clearing to final landscape after house is built, we do it all. Driveways, roadways, erosion control, building pads, utility trenching and much more.

If it involves improving your land, call us. We can also haul gravel, mulch, dirt, sand or whatever you need hauled. We are certified to install and repair septic systems in North Carolina. Our company is insured and available to provide you with a free estimate. Our company is Veteran owned so we extend a 10% labor discount to all Veterans, First Responders and Senior Citizens. We also provide 10% labor discount to returning customers. We proudly serve Rutherford County and the surrounding areas. Call, Text or Email any time. Justin Bailey www.firmrootsgrading.com (828) 305-5371 firmrootsgrading@ gmail.com

WE BUILD FENCES AND DECKS. Call 704-274-0452 or (704) 977-6355 JIM’S PAINTING SERVICES. Exterior painting only. We also stain decks. Free estimates. You will be pleased with our work. We have references. 828-287-9272. (828) 4297511 YARD BUDDY. Outdoor work such as trimming bushes, small trees, spraying weeds, gutter cleaning.

General property clean-up. No grass cutting or leaves. Serving Shelby & Cleveland County. (980) 295-0750

HOME REMODELING. Interior and exterior remodeling. Tile, decks, flooring, we do it all! Call Charlie today for your free estimate! (828) 244-7087 charliejohnston32@gmail.com

MULTI-FAMILY YARD SALE SATURDAY, JULY 16th, 8 am11 am. Rain date: Saturday, July 23rd. Love’s Fishbox, 1104 Shelby Road, Kings Mountain, NC 28086 RUTHERFORD COUNTY FRIDAY-SATURDAY, JULY 15 & 16. 8AM-2PM. Model trains, specialty cake pans, household, Christmas, toys, miscellaneous.

840 Shiloh Road, Forest City, NC 28043

ANTIQUES ANTIQUES FOR SALE. Antique Cruet Set $150. Reproduction Cruet set 450. Glass Ice Buckets with tongs $25 ea. Hobo Box $40. Nippon China Tea Pot, Creamer & Sugar, $60. Lots of other antiques for sale. 300 mostly large antique marbles $60.

Child’s Colonial Wooden Table, 2 chairs, $50. Child’s Wooden China Hutch $50. Call between 12:00 & 6:00pm. (704) 300-0030

FOR SALE TRAILERS, LAWNMOWER TRAILERS, Flatbed Trailers, Enclosed Trailers, Horse and Cattle Trailers, Saddlery.

Check our prices and quality before you buy. Bridges Riding Equipment. Boiling Springs, NC. 704-434-6389, (704) 4730867 CLEVELAND COUNTY GARAGE DOORS. Summer Tuneup Special, $69.95. We will check all your equipment lube, make sure it’s working correctly. We repair broken doors. Also offering new installations. 704-477-9119 or 704-472-9367.

ALL TRAILERS CASH, FINANCE, CREDIT CARDS or RENT TO OWN. J Johnson Sales Forest City, NC. Thursday - Friday 10-5, Saturday 10-12. Ph. (828) 245-5895 NEW USED REPO BUILDINGS Thursday - Friday 10-5 Sat. 1012 J Johnson Sales 2690 US Hwy 221 South, Forest City, NC (828) 245-5895 GASTON MEMORIAL PARK 2 PLOTS Veterans Section near main entrance, 2 grave plot fronts on road, $8000. Approximate GPS location 35.249,81.143 veteranplot@runbox.us

SHIPMAN’S MASONRY- 48 YEARS EXPERIENCE. Brick, Block & Stone, Outside Fireplaces, Foundations, Underpinnings. “Free Estimates”. 1st Quality Work! (863) 532-1587 TRIPLE D PAINTING, LLC. All your painting needs. Free estimates. Over 25 yrs experience! Facial board replacement available!!! Making your home, building or business look new again. (704) 418-5736 childresstracy1@gmail.com

PLANTS FOR SALE. Hosta, Yellow Bells, Iris, Daylily, early blooming trees. Small Japanese Maple. 828-245-0245.

FOR SALE Don’t Wait! 3 Pressure Pots, Jars 1/2 gallon 12/ $10.00,Quarts $7.00 per case.

Pints $6.00 case 828-755-4273 5 FRAME HONEYBEE NUCS WITH Bees. Also Bee Equipment and Honey for sale. 704674-8486.

1995 FORD RANGER ALUMINUM RIMS with tires, set of 4, 225/R70/R14, $800. China cabinet $350. 3 piece white wall cabinets $250. TV stand, $50. Dresser with mirror $75, oil heater $125, door $40, wood bed (no mattress or box spring) $85. Table with 4 chairs $125. Gun cabinet $65, stainless settle kitchen sink $65.

Roll away bed, no mattress $50.

40 boxes yard sale stuff $300.

Treadmill $250.100 lb propane tank for 2 bottles $185. Baby stroller $50, desk $50 Home Lite water pump $250, (3) 26” girls bikes $75 each. Baby changer $50. 18x20 building $900, with contents $1800. (803) 818-1215 PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS with Scratch Pads! Press Room Printing. 704-482-2243. (704) 538-5788 MOVING SALE. Oak Dining Table with 6 chairs, asking $350.

Oak Curved Glass China Cabinet, asking $850. Dark Oak Corner Cabinet, asking $400.

3 piece Pecan Finish Bedroom Suite, full size Bed with Dresser & Mirror and 1 Night Stand, asking $300. Whirlpool Dryer, $50 Kenmore Washing machine, $50.

25” White Refrigerator w/Double Doors and bottom Freezer, asking $699. (704) 477-6114 METAL ROOFING IN STOCK! Thursday - Friday 10-5 Saturday 10-12. J Johnson Sales (828) 245-5895 RIDING/PUSH MOWERS, GARDEN TILLERS, GO-KARTS, MINI-BIKES. Ready to mow. All in excellent condition. Can deliver, 30+ years experience in repair work. 828-980-0853, 704-4769383.

STORAGE BUILDINGS NEW, USED, REPO’S. LARGE SELECTION! CASH or RENT TO OWN. NO CREDIT CHECK! J Johnson Sales 2690 Hwy 221 South, Forest City Thursday - Friday 10-5 Saturday 10-12 (828) 245-5895

CHILD CARE

WILL CLEAN HOUSES AND BUSINESSES. Worked 15 years in hotel housekeeping. Reasonable rates. Call for details. (704) 419-9016 bmcvene@att.net CALL US FIRST. PRESSURE WASHING, Deck Restoring, Handyman Services, Hot Water Tanks, Minor Repairs, Much More! Over 25 years exp, Honest Dependable. Call 704-692-4449

LIKE NEW, MEN’S HUFFY BICYCLE. Great Condition Must See! $50.00. Great Trail Rider.

Call 828-782-7221

RENT TO OWN TRAILERS. ENCLOSED, DUMP, GOOSENECK, CAR HAULERS. Thursdays - Fridays 10-5, Sat. 10-12. J Johnson Sales, inc. (828) 245-5895 NEW HOPE PRESCHOOL IS REOPENING! First Day of School: Tuesday, September 6th. Preschool every Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday from 9:00 - 12:00. Welcoming All 3 and 4 Year old children to come share a wonderful year of learning, growing, and fun! Registration Fee: $50 Monthly Tuition: $175 New Hope Baptist Church, Earl, NC. Email or call for more information! (803) 3893282 newhopepreschool04@ gmail.com

PRIDE MOBILITY CHAIR. Electric wheel chair, seat lifts to 26 “. delivered, warranty. 225 lb weight limit. Call Scooterman John.

704-951-4224 or MT 704-4381292.$695 mobilityservices07@ gmail.com FREE UPRIGHT PIANO. Vintage Lester. You move. “Very Heavy”.

(704) 538-5049 SEASONED FIREWOOD. Small bundles stretch wrapped $5 each. Will deliver 15 miles outside Cherryville. $40 minimum for delivery. 704-538-3081, (704) 435-3970

SOLE E35 ELLIPTICAL MACHINE EXCELLENT CONDITION (843) 759-2800 RIDING LAWNMOWERS. TORO LX 426 , 20 HP - $65. Craftsman 18 HP - $350 and Honda 11 HP -$325. 803-627-6067.

ASSORTMENT OF CHILTON REPAIR MANUALS. I have a large assortment of Chilton Auto Repair Manuals. Some are imports and trucks. Some Motor Manuals all are hard back copies. Best Offer! (704) 300-1818 kim_hopper@bellsouth.net

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CLASSIFIED ADS To place your ad go to CarolinaClassifieds.com or call 704-484-1047 FOR SALE

WANT TO BUY

2013 SURVERYOR. SPT296BR. Price-$22,500. Call: 704-4183519.

DANNY’S AUTOWERKS. Buying used or junk cars. Competitive prices. Call Danny 828-2893081 or Jimmy 828-289-1175.

1999 DODGE 1500. $800. I have ‘99 Dodge pickup, been wrecked, has some good body parts, has good 360 engine and new radiator. (704) 300-1818 kim_hopper@bellsouth.net OLD GAMBLING MACHINE $150. Would make a good man cave piece. (704) 300-1818 kim_ hopper@bellsouth.net

PETS & LIVESTOCK

WE BUY JUNK VEHICLES WE BUY JUNK CARS, TRUCKS AND VANS, PAYING CASH!!!! (704) 4875244 KODAK SLIDE PROJECTOR. Call 704-482-4009 if you have one to sell.

CASH FOR YOUR CAR. Running or not, title or no title. Call Charles Dellinger at Red Road Towing. 704-6926767, (704) 487-0228

DACHSHUND PUPPIES FOR SALE. WILL BE READY FOR A FOREVER HOME AUGUST 1ST. ONLY 3 BOYS LEFT. $500 EACH. CONTACT TRACY AT 704-300-1485 (704) 300-1485 TSHIRLEN0208@GMAIL.COM DOG KENNELS & DOG HOUSES Dog kennels 10x10x6, 10x20x6, Dog Houses 8x12, 10x16 Delivered & Installed Available. J Johnson Sales Thursday & Friday 10-5 Saturday 10-2. Ph. (828) 245-5895

PETS & LIVESTOCK

CAMPERS

FOR RENT

4 FEMALE TOY AUSTRALIAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES. ASDR REGISTERED. 6 weeks old. $650 each. Call 704-300-0341 or (704) 482-0178

2005 34 FOOT JAYCO EAGLE. RV on permanent site, gated community at Lake James Landing. Wrap-around deck with roof, large lot with outside building for golf cart. Swing, fire pit, lot has parking for boat. Location on front row. River view, lake view.

Close to boat landing & pavilion.

Must see! 828-245-1660 or 828429-0559.

CLEVELAND COUNTY

7 YEAR OLD POODLE FEMALE. Miniature. Blonde. Good with kids & other animals. $400.

(828) 391-0919 FULL BLOODED GERMAN SHEPARD PUPPIES. Born June 14, 6 Females and 4 Males left come vet checked. $500.00 Call before 8pm for more information828-245-2427 or (828) 429-0928 (828) 245-2427

KEGERATOR DANBY Kegerator excellent condition, with all hoses and CO2 tank gauges etc. (407) 616-9628 jackhowarthhomes@aol.com LOTS OF ITEMS FOR SALE. I have a lot of stuff for sale in building. Toys, dishes, etc. Call (704) 240-8023

WANTED: OLD AND NEW AMMO. Reloading supplies. Call 828-245-6756 or cell # 828-2891488.

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

(704) 692-1006

FARM & GARDEN

2 CEMETERY PLOTS, MONROE NC. Lakeland Memorial Park, Garden Section, 1/2 Price OBO. (704) 562-2509 kevinmhelms@gmail.com

EMMETT KELLY FIGURINES. Call to find out which ones we have and prices. Call or text 704418-9331. (704) 418-3799 vablab08@gmail.com YAMAHA BABY GRAND PIANO SIX FOOT YAMAHA GRAND PIANO IN EXCELLENT CONDITION AND WELL MAINTAINED. PERFECT FOR AUDITORIUMS AND CHURCHES OR LIVING ROOMS. $5000 (704) 692-1885 YLAMAR007@ GMAIL.COM BIG TRUCK TIRES FOR SALE. 11R225, 11R245, Low Pro 245.

All virgin tires. $25 per tire. (704) 740-9238

AKC GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES. German Shepherd puppies West German Show line. All puppies come with full AKC registration and a 26 months hip elbow a genetic health guarantee in a contract from Swift Creek Shepherd Puppies are welped In an indoor climate controlled environment and socialize daily to achieve an outstanding temperament (252) 702-0563 jvaughn@stockstaylor.com PARTY YORKIE PUPPIES CKC reg. 9 weeks old, had 1st shots and wormings. 4M/1F $1000 (704) 780-9826 tcaithlynn@yahoo.com

AMSTAFFY. BORN MARCH 20, 2022. Dewormed 4x Parvo 2x April 20th & June 17th 2022. Hazel Green Al. $300. Jenny (256) 804-5353 jennifer81077@yahoo. com ADULT QUAIL $5 EACH. Quail Chicks $3 ea. Quail eggs $6 per doz. Pre order Bob Whites.

Hatching Eggs. Laying Hens Available. (704) 476-9943 GOLDENDOODLE PUPPIES. Multigenerational F1B, CKC, 1 male and 1 female, current shots, 4 months old, non shed, $400 (828) 607-1541 graceisours@ hotmail.com YORKIES AND CHORKIES AND TCUPS 8 weeks and up with deworming and updated shots (919) 229-1059 dreameycowgirl97@gmail. com

26HP DIESEL DEUTZ ALLIS TRACTOR. Includes 5’ bushhog and 4’ box blade, has quick hitch, 1,150 total hours, runs smooth, $4,900 obo. Large spools of smooth galvanized wire used for fencing or grape vines. Call for price. 20 new vinyl windows for sale for half price, thermo pane.

Call for sizes and price. (828) 302-5110 GATOR FOR SALE 6 wheel, 4 wheel drive. Runs good. Needs brakes. $3,000. (704) 472-1316

PETS & LIVESTOCK TOY SHIH-POO MALE PUPPY. Wolf sable. Worming & shots UTD. $800. (828) 391-0919 FULL BLOODED GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES. No papers. Parents on site. Solid black with a little white under neck.

Ready for pick-up. Call 828-7489614 or 828-460-8187.

MINIATURE SCHNAUZER Beautiful male pups ready for furever home. Vet checked,UTD on shots, tails docked. AKC Soft mega coat, only 3 left of 10 (2 litters) These babies are raised in my home with lots of love, cuddles and playtime. Priced to sell.

Message me at 704-534-4368 or email lpastore3@yahoo.com (704) 534-4368 lpastore3@yahoo.com BABY & ADULT RABBITS. All colors, male & female. $25-$45.

Call for info. (828) 391-0919

AKC STANDARD POODLE. BEAUTIFUL 8 week old POODLE PUPPYS!! Parents are Akc and Health checked . On Site. Puppy tails are Docked and Dewclaws are removed. One year guarantee. Raised in my home.

Union Grove N.C. UtD shots and worming. Price too sell.. Please call..336-469-4931 or text.

Mullis.amanda@gmail.com

CARS & TRUCKS 2006 HYUNDAI SONATA. Call for information. (704) 477-9664

SUDOKU

2005 TOYOTA PRIUS Hybrid (not plug-in), white. Cool air.

Good condition, runs well. $4,500 or best offer. (704) 942-4788

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2002 NISSAN ALTIMA 4dr, sdn S auto, White. Excellent condition. Well maintained. 197,000 miles, Cost-$3500. Call: 704418-0566.

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MOTORCYCLES & ATVS SUZUKI QUAD RUNNER 250. Approximately 800 miles. $1600. 828-289-0997.

2014 INDIAN CHIEF VINTAGE. Red has all detachable. $12,500. Serious only. (704) 300-9223

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

(828) 577-4197 WANT TO BUY. ATV’s, Pop-Up Campers and Small Travel Trailers. Call 828-429-3935.

Deadline: Friday at 12:00 Noon

2005 CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 2wd, AT, 4Door, Cold air. Very good Condition, 200k miles, Must See call 828-2892722

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2005 TOYOTA AVALON 112,906 miles, Call for Price, Clean luxury. (704) 748-1890 sales@ ctcautosports.com 2005 HONDA ACCORD SDN. 131,200 miles, Call for Price.

Clean. Call Corey 7047481890 (704) 748-1890 sales@ctcautosports.com

VACATIONS OCEAN LAKES MYRTLE BEACH. Cottage N34. 2 bedroom, 2 bath, den, kitchen, dining, covered deck, near country store. Call Dorcas, 803718-2659.

REAL ESTATE CLEVELAND COUNTY HOME FOR SALE- LAWNDALE Cute bungalow, situated on just over an acre, in Lawndale NC. Many updates.

2 BR, 1 large bath. Pantry (6’ x 4’) could easily be turned into a half bath. Newly renovated bathroom and kitchen, with updated paint and countertops. New exterior and interior paint. Original hardwoods in den and bedrooms, new flooring in bath, hall, and kitchen. Laundry area. Screened in back porch (6’ x 14’). New plumbing throughout. Updated electrical. Central heat/air.

Vinyl double hung windows.

Carport. Small workshop. Quiet neighborhood and street.

No home across street, which allows for more privacy. Nice lot.

Burns school district.

Some appliances. Call for appointment to see or to ask questions. Shelby, NC 28150 (704) 472-4287 kellic33@yahoo.com TURN YOUR HOUSE INTO CASH? I PURCHASE UNWANTED RENTAL PROPERTY AND/OR STARTER HOMES. MUST BE PRICED TO SELL! “QUICK CLOSINGS”!

Call 704-472-0006.

FOR RENT CLEVELAND COUNTY

2&3 BEDROOM TOWN HOMES. Townhomes located in Shelby, NC. We are currently accepting applications for our waiting list. Rent is based on income (and some expenses are deducted). Please visit us today at Laurel Hill Apartments 1526 Eaves Rd., Shelby NC or call for more information 704-487-1114.

Equal Housing Opportunity.

HOME FOR RENT IN SHELBY. NC. 2 bedroom 1 bath renting at $1,025.00 per month. Call Today. (704) 554-8861 frontdesk@ kluttspropertymanagement.com 2&3 BEDROOM MOBILE HOMES. Nice and clean, water furnished. Oak Grove Community, Kings Mtn. Call or text, 704739-0259.

1 BEDROOM APARTMENT, VERY PRIVATE Area. New kitchen appliances. All utilities furnished including WiFi. $1000 per month. Waco Area. (704) 300-2233 MOVE IN SPECIAL. 2 & 3 Bedroom, deposit required. $200 weekly rates. Includes power and water. NO PETS. (704) 4734299 NICE COUNTRY LIVING. 2 BR mobile homes for rent. 10 minutes from Shelby. NO PETS. Seniors welcome. No Texts. 843957-9299.

LIONS SENIOR VILLAGE HAS 1 bedroom HUD subsidized apartments for low income seniors. Taking applications.

Age 62 or older. Equal Housing Opportunity. 211 North Morgan Street, (704) 482-7723 MOBILE HOMES & APARTMENTS. In Kings Mountain.

Price starting at $100 per week. Call (704) 739-4417

HICKORY CREEK APARTMENTS FOR SENIORS. (62 and older), disabled (50 and older). Shelby. Now taking applications for waiting list.

418 East Warren Street, (704) 487-6354 RUTHERFORD COUNTY 2 & 3 BEDROOM MOBILE HOMES. Small private park between Spindale and Forest City.

Starting at $550 per month. 828382-0475.

FOR LEASE- OFFICE SPACE. Over 800 s.f. breakroom included. Brand new HVAC, brand new flooring, and ground level entry. $1,250 per month including water. 112 E. Dixon Blvd., Suite 2, Shelby, NC 28152, (704) 923-1698

YORK COUNTY STEEL CARPORTS & GARAGES 12 wide, 18, 20, 22, 24 & 30 wides on display. Large onsite display. J Johnson Sales Forest City 2690 Hwy 221 South.

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Tell Me Lies, The Fleetwood Mac Experience, at Patriots Park Saturday in Kings Mountain The City of Kings Mountain welcomes Tell Me Lies, The Fleetwood Mac Experience LIVE at Patriots Park, Saturday, July 16th, 2022.

Formed in 2021, Tell Me Lies covers the iconic music of Fleetwood Mac while paying tribute to legendary band members, Mick Fleetwood, Lindsey Buckingham, Stevie Nicks, Christine McVie and John McVie.

Heralded as the most authentic Fleetwood Mac Tribute Band, Tell Me Lies will cover all the band’s hits spanning six decades, as well as Stevie Nicks’ solo hits.

CBMA Award winners The Tonez will open the show at 6:00 p.m. followed by Tell Me Lies at 8:00 pm.

Look for DJ Eric Bowman to kick off the whole evening at 5:00 p.m.

Don’t forget our Cruise-In. As always, the Cruise-In will begin at 5:00 pm. All makes and models are welcome. Stop by the Patriots Park Gazebo and meet NASCAR Legends Donnie Allison, Jimmy Means, Tiger Ton Pistone, and more! Former Performance Racing Network announcer Chuck Carland will spin tunes from the Gazebo as well.

Great food, inflatables for the kids and much more. Best of all, the concert and cruise-in are FREE. Tell Me Lies, The Fleetwood Mac Experience Patriots Park is located at 220 South Railroad Avenue, Kings the concert or cruise-in, contact the 2101 or access their website at www.

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KINGS MOUNTAIN, N.C. – Get Your Motor Running! Some very cool rides are coming to Downtown Kings Mountain and with them several legendary NASCAR stars as the City of Kings Mountain hosts the third cruise-in of the year Saturday, July 16th, 2022.

On July 16th, local car enthusiasts will fill the streets in the Downtown with their favorite street or stock cars, trucks and motorcycles too.

NASCAR legends Donnie Allison, Jimmy Means, Tiger Tom Pistone and many more will be on hand for autographs at the Patriots Park gazebo. Former Performance Racing Network announcer, Chuck Carland will spin tunes from the Gazebo as well.

Roads impacted during the events will be Railroad Avenue, West Gold Street and a portion of West Mountain and South Cansler Streets.

The cruise-in will start at 5:00pm each night of the concert series.

With live music, cool rides

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