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Lights go on in McAdenville for 63rd year

By Alan Hodge alan.bannernews@gmail.com

The weather didn’t cooperate, but nonetheless the Yuletide spirit was warm as toast for the 63rd annual holiday light show in McAdenville- aka Christmas Town USA. The lighting ceremony took place in front of the Pharr family YMCA. The lights will remain on until Dec. 26.

As has been the tradition for several years, a student from McAdenville Elementary School threw the switch that turned on tens of thousands Christmas lights and other yuletide displays in the village.

The student that was selected from McAdenville Elementary School to turn the lights on this year is Tyler Lucas Singleton. His parents are Maurice and Tiffani Singleton. He is in Mrs. Prillaman’s Kindergarten Class.

He lives in McAdenville. His favorite thing about school is Reading. His favorite thing to do at home is to play football and his favorite video game” Super Mario”. His favorite food is a Chick fil A nugget meal. His favorite color is blue. He was thrilled about flipping the switch to turn on the “Christmastown USA” lights this year.

“I’m so excited to be on the stage and turning on all

the lights,” Tyler said.

Going to see the lights this year? Here are some McAdenville Christmas Lights viewing tips.

Best time to see the Christmas lights- If possible visit on Monday – Tuesday – Wednesday or Thursday nights. A tremendous increase in traffic occurs on Friday – Saturday and Sunday nights.

Please remember the times- Monday – Friday----5:30 until 9:30 PM; Saturday and Sunday 5:30 until 11:00 PM. Lights will go off regardless of the number of cars in line. All Christmas lights in See McADENVILLE, Page 8

31st Annual Belmont Sports Hall of Fame banquet set

By Stan Cromlish The Belmont Sports Hall of Fame will hold its 31st banquet at 7:00 pm Tuesday, January 15, 2019, at the Park Street United Methodist Church Family Life Center in Belmont.

The inductees headlining the 2018 Belmont Sports Hall of Fame class are two baseball players, a football player, and a well-known dentist who worked the collegiate football fields as a well-respected official.

The keynote speaker for the banquet is Mike Shildt, newly minted as the 50th Major League manager of the St. Louis Cardinals. Shildt grew up in Charlotte and has local ties to Belmont Sports Hall of Famer Phil Tate, who coached Shildt during his American Legion career.

From those beginnings across the river in Charlotte, Shildt played baseball at UNCAsheville from 1987 to 1990 where he graduated with a degree in business and embarked

Tyler Singleton was chosen this year to flip the switch and officially turn on the myriad of McAdenville Christmastown USA lights.

Photos by Alan Hodge

Get ready, Interstate 85 widening project coming

Michael (Mike) Shildt, Manager of the St. Louis Cardinals. on a career in coaching. Starting at his alma mater, UNCAsheville, as a hitting coach and recruiting coordinator, he coached baseball at West

Charlotte High School before moving on to UNCC in Charlotte and ultimately scouting See BANQUET, PAGE 2

The N.C. Department of Transportation proposes to improve about 10 miles of I-85 from U.S. 321 (Exit 17) in Gastonia to N.C. 273 (Exit 27) in Belmont to address existing and future congestion and to improve traffic flow under STIP Project No. I-5719.

This critical stretch of highway connects Gastonia to other cities and towns in Gaston County and serves as a vital corridor for commuters within the Charlotte metropolitan area. Proposed work would involve widening the roadway from six to eight lanes and replacing or rebuilding bridges over the interstate as well as upgrading interchanges.

Due to its proximity, con-

struction schedule and association with I-85, proposed work also includes widening three-tenths of mile of N.C. 7 from I-85 to U.S. 29 in Belmont (STIP Project No. U-3608).

A “best-fit” alignment will be evaluated for the I-85 widening – such as widening the road on the outside or inside – to determine which widening option would minimize environmental impacts within the project corridor.

In addition, various options for upgrading interchanges and relocating bridges will evaluated where there is not enough clearance to widen I-85. A complete list of interchanges and bridges to be evaluate are located on the project website under Project

Highlights.

As part of the project development process, it is anticipated that an Environmental Assessment (EA) that outlines the impacts and benefits associated with the proposed work will be prepared.

For the project to move forward, the Federal Highway Administration must approve the environmental document and agree with an anticipated Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI), which determines the project will not have a significant effect on the environment. The finalized EA and FONSI are anticipated to be completed in Fall 2019.

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and managing in the St. Louis Cardinals minor league organizations. In 2017, he earned promotion to the major league organization as a quality control coach and then as bench coach in 2018. These promotions ultimately led to being named interim manager on July 24, 2018. He compiled a record of 41-28 for the remainder of the 2018 season which earned him a three-year contract and the removal of the interim tag from his title. In the offseason, he makes his home in Matthews and promotes the Baseball for Life non-profit organization as co-director.

The inductees for the 31st class are Steve Barkley, Mitch Harris, Koren Robinson, and Dr. Wade Breeland.

Steve Barkley was a standout baseball player in Belmont leagues from Little League as a pitcher and catcher to Belmont Senior High School.

As a four-year starter on the varsity team from 1963 to 1966, he earned the 1965 Otis Shepherd MVP award for outstanding play during his junior year. All-Conference honors for baseball in

1965 and 1966 helped secure him a baseball scholarship to Western Carolina University where he was a .300 hitter throughout his four-year career from 1966 to 1970.

From college through 2018, his lifetime of baseball, basketball, tennis, golf, and softball coaching and playing has earned him induction into the Belmont Sports Hall of Fame.

Mitch Harris was a standout baseball player for South Point High School and earned an appointment to the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland in 2005.

At the Naval Academy, he compiled a career record of 20-13 with a 2.51 ERA over 222 1/3 innings pitched. At the plate, he had a career .295 average with 105 runs scored, 16 home runs, and 112 RBIs. His pitching made him one of the top prospects in the major league draft, but the career would have to wait until he fulfilled his commitment to the United States Navy which ended in 2013 as a Lieutenant. The St. Louis Cardinals owned his rights after drafting him in the 13th round of the 2008 draft, and once his commitment the Navy ended, he joined the St. Louis Cardinal organization. In 2015, he became just the second Naval Academy graduate to play in the Major Leagues and the

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Koren Robinson was a standout football star at South Point and North Carolina State before embarking on a career in the National Football League for the Seattle Seahawks as the ninth overall pick of the 2001 NFL Draft.

Over an eight-year career as a wide receiver in the NFL, Koren had 294 receptions for 4,244 yards and 16 touchdowns with the Seattle Seahawks, Minnesota Vikings, and the Green Bay Packers and became the first Belmont football player to make it to the NFL. He currently resides in Raleigh and is working to finish his degree at North Carolina State University.

The fourth inductee of the 2018 class is Dr. Wade Breeland who was a well-respected dentist and collegiate official.

Dr. Breeland officiated such big-time college football games as the Orange Bowl.

This year’s class and the keynote speaker will make tickets a hot commodity and the event a sure sellout.

Tickets are now available for purchase at Nationwide Insurance on Main Street in Historic Downtown Belmont and Belmont Drug, Company in Historic East Belmont for $20.00 apiece.

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From Page 1 A public meeting is anticipated to be held in Spring 2019 to present design options for public review and comment.

Design-Build Process The design-build process allows NCDOT to hire a team of designers and contractors that is responsible for the design, right of way acquisition and construction of the project. The team may begin construction on one portion of the project while they finish the design and right of way acquisition for others.

This usually results in faster completion. Other benefits to a design-build project may be innovative solutions that save time or money, or reduce impacts, and quicker resolution to problems that arise during design and construction. The process may provide additional alternatives or modifications to the existing alternatives which in turn may reduce costs or impacts.

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Stanley VFD receives GeorgiaPacific Bucket Brigade grant Scott Griffin photo

Mt. Holly Community Garden Christmas event The Mount Holly Community Garden will be holding it’s 4th Annual Christmas Enchantment in the Garden on Saturday 12/8 from 5:00pm-9:00pm. This free, family-friendly event for all in the community has grown by the hundreds each year and is often called the “McAdenville of Gardens”. Located at 126 N. Main Street in Mount Holly, the Mount Holly Com-

munity Garden has quickly become a popular destination in the city, housing 52 organic garden beds each leased and attended to yearly by garden members. Over the past 4 years, the Mount Holly Community has supplied the Mount Holly CRO with thousands of pounds of fresh produce, and implemented several free community wellness programs, such

Visit Santa Claus and grab a photo at Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays through Dec. 20 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. (free with Holidays at the Garden admission). Mrs. Claus is reading stories Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 6 to 8 p.m. And if you’re looking for professional photos with Santa, register for Capture the Magic on Mondays. Learn more at www.dsbg.org/events/garden-events/ public-garden-events/holidays-at-the-garden. DSBG photo

as, Gardening Classes, Wellness Cooking Demonstrations, Yoga in the Garden and unique art projects. Community outreach has been a main focal point this past year, with garden members holding free programing in communities of need around Gaston County, and most recently planning and planting the Caromont Cancer Center’s Garden of Hope for patients and families to utilize while undergoing cancer treatment at the center.

This year’s Christmas Enchantment in the Garden is sure to be one to remember.

Each of the 52 garden beds will be decorated differently by garden members, along with hundreds of glowing luminaries lighting your way.

Be sure to cast your vote for your favorite decorations while you are there. Local businesses and artists will also be taking part this year by decorating designated communal areas around the garden. The Blue Barn Bistro food truck will be on site with their farmto-table fare available for purchase, as well as, hot drinks available by Catawba Coffee.

Spiced cider and cookies will also be provided by garden members. Live music by Jonathan Brackett, Cathy Black, Taylor Vancil and A Cappella group, Melodramatic, composed of Mountain Island Charter School students Kelsie Painter, Garet McGinnis, Michael Tate, Joyner Jones and Jasmine Clarkson, is something you won’t want to miss. Of course, the evening wouldn’t be complete without a stop from the jolly man himself, Santa! Be sure to bring your camera to capture the magical moment.

The Stanley Volunteer Fire Department is one of 43 fire departments awarded Georgia-Pacific Bucket Brigade grants this year. The department will receive $5,000 to help fund equipment needs, specifically personal protective equipment.

“Our local fire departments are a vital part of our community, so we are very pleased to help them stay well-equipped,” said Kirk Stallsmith, vice president of manufacturing at GeorgiaPacific’s Mt. Holl y Nonwovens facility. “These grants express our thanks for their commitment to the people they serve.”

The Bucket Brigade pro-

gram awarded $214,000 in grants to departments this year for equipment critical to firefighters’ safety.

Since the program began in 2006, Georgia-Pacific has given more than $2.4 million in cash and educational materials to hundreds of fire departments that serve t he company’s facility communities across the country.

The fire department says the grant will go toward the replacement of aging personal protective equipment, as well as 20 sections of fire hose that has expired.

“The fire hose we carry now is 15 years old and could fail at any time,” said Deputy Fir e Chief Michael Hullett.

Angel Bake Sale is Dec. 8th The “Angel Bake Sale” has become a tradition at St. Mark’s and for Belmont, as well as surrounding communities. The bake sale consists of traditional Christmas baked items like cookies, brownies, fudge, and chocolate dipped everything.

There are also very special cakes, pies, pumpkin rolls, cheese balls, and plenty of savory items like party mix, flavored oyster crackers, sausage balls and cheese straws.

Come to- St. Mark’s United Methodist Church, Belmont, corner of Main Street and Secrest Avenue,

Saturday, December 8th, 8AM – 2PM. The women of St. Mark’s (and some of the men) begin preparing for this bake sale in September; working individually and as a team to create their magical goodies.

There are many people who bake goodies and donate the items to be sold at the bake sale. This “Angel Bake Sale” has become a much anticipated event for those repeat customers who enjoy allowing St. Mark’s to do all their holiday baking. There are items that are perfect for gift giving and serving family

and friends. New this year!

The men of St. Mark’s will be selling biscuits for breakfast and hot dogs for lunch!

The proceeds from this sale go to many charitable organizations in and around the community such as BCO, Catherine’s House, On Eagle’s Wings, and the weekend backpack ministry.

Additional money is given to the pastor’s discretionary fund and to support mission trips, youth ministries and the annual Camp Grace.

Come and let the women of St. Mark’s help you with your holiday baking!

Christmas Pageant planned The Miss Merry Christmas Pageant will be held on Friday, December 14 at 6:30 p.m. at the Cherryville Community Building, 106 South Jacob Street, Cherryville.

It is sponsored by the Little Miss Gastonia Pageant.

Girls ages 0-18 years from Gaston, Cleveland, Lincoln, and surrounding coun-

ties may enter the pageant.

Contestants wear a holiday dress or outfit and everyone receives a tiara. Proceeds benefit the Gastonia/Gaston County pageant scholarship fund.

The pageant is an official event of the Cherryville Chamber of Commerce’s “Whoville Christmas on

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Grants are based on need and are funded by the Georgia-Pacific Foundation and local Georgia-Pacific facilities. Funds are typically used to purchase new protective clothing and replace items such as damaged safety gear and aging equipment.

Through the program, Georgia-Pacific also gives all grant applicants free memberships to The National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC), which provides access to tools, resources, programs and advocacy for first-responders across the nation.

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Charlotte Master Chorale to present Handel’s “Messiah” In Gaston County 1951 and became the The Charlotte resident chorus of the Master Chorale, Charlotte Symphony conducted by Dr. Orchestra in 1993 Kenney Potter, will George Frideric perform Handel’s Handel’s “Messiah” “Messiah” on Sunis an oratorio in Engday, December lish, composed in 9th at 4pm at First 1741 and first perBaptist Church POTTER formed in Dublin in 2650 Union Road in Gastonia. Accompanied by April 1742. Its libretto is the North Carolina Baroque drawn from the King James Orchestra, the performance Bible and from the Psalms will feature visiting soloists from the Book of Common from New York City along Prayer.

“Messiah’s” Dublin prewith the voices of the Charmiere was followed by a lotte Master Chorale.

Dr. Potter grew up in premiere in London, and by Kings Mountain and is a the early 1800s, performance graduate of Kings Mountain of the Messiah was already High School, Florida State a Christmas tradition though University, Portland State the work was originally inUniversity and the University tended as an Easter perforof North Carolina at Greens- mance. Today it is one of the boro. He is the conductor of most well-known, beloved, the Charlotte Master Chorale, and frequently performed a chorus that began as the Or- choral works from the Westatorio Singers of Charlotte in ern tradition.

Or as Artistic Director Dr. Kenney Potter notes, “Everyone loves Handel’s Messiah.”

Potter is excited to bring this beloved master work to life in a style that is historically informed.

“It will be performed using a style and timbres that are more faithful to what Handel intended,” he explained. “Working with the North Carolina Baroque Orchestra and singing with an 18th century style, in contrast to its being performed in a heavier 19th or 20th century style.”

Listeners can expect to hear a true Baroque style, which is light and transparent, as Baroque music is based on dance. The listener will also notice choral singing with less vibrato and more stylistic ornamentation, such as the trills that are a

wonderful hallmark of Baroque era music.

Potter also carefully selected soloists who are Baroque specialists, further heightening the historicallyinformed experience. Awet Andemicael, often hailed for her “quick, clean, silvery” coloratura will join the performances as soprano soloist.

Baritone Jesse Blumberg also will solo, bringing a background in Renaissance and Baroque styles. Countertenor Timothy Parsons is well known as a soloist and ensemble singer in New York City and is currently a member of the Trinity Wall Street Choir. David Venderwal will be featured as tenor soloist, an artist in high demand for his clarion lyric vocal qualities.

The mission of the Charlotte Master Chorale is not only to present choral music

in a fresh, exciting way but also to focus on deeply engaging the audience. For the performing arts, today the bar is higher than ever.

“Audience members have many choices as to how to spend their leisure time, including staying at home where they have so many entertainment options at their fingertips,” Potter acknowledged. “They have high expectations when it comes to

a sensory experience. We are going to work hard to create an engaging and collaborative experience that exceeds their expectations.”

This performance has been generously underwritten to allow a reduction in individual prices. General admission is $25.00. Student tickets are $15.00 at the door with a valid student ID. Advance tickets are available at charlottemasterchorale.org.

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“Community Night with the Superintendent” is Dec. 10 magnet school STEAM Academy. programs: GasThe new school ton Early College choice/academy High School, programs planned Highland School for the 2019-2020 of Technology, academic year will STEAM Acadfocus on the folemy at Stanley lowing areas: colMiddle School, legiate prep/gifted Gaston County and talented, adVirtual Acad- W. Jeffrey Booker vanced manufacemy, Gifted turing/engineering, and Talented Academy at health sciences, career trainPleasant Ridge Elementary ing, leadership, and educaSchool, and Hawks Nest tion/public works. When the

new programs are in place, the number of school choice options in Gaston County Schools will triple, going from six to 18.

For more information about the “Community Night with the Superintendent” meeting, call (704) 866-6117 or visit online at www.gaston.k12.nc.us. More information about the new school choice/academy programs will be posted on the school district’s website soon.

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On Monday, December 10, Gaston County Schools will host a “Community Night with the Superintendent” program at the Gaston Early College High School, which is located on the Gaston College campus in Dallas. The meeting will be held from 6:00 until 7:00 p.m.

Parents, school employees, community/business leaders, and others are invited to attend the meeting for a presentation from Superintendent of Schools W. Jeffrey Booker.

Additionally, participants will have an opportunity to provide feedback for the school district’s five-year strategic plan and learn more about new school choice options for the 2019-2020 academic year.

The school district is working now to review and update its strategic plan. The revised plan will be in effect for 2019-2024. In addition to offering comments at the meeting, the public will be able to take a survey to provide input on the strategic plan. The survey will be available on the Gaston County Schools website in a few weeks.

Additionally, the school district is working on offering new school choice/academy programs at several schools across the county. Gaston County Schools already has six successful school choice/

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Scenes from the Christmastown 5K

The Town of McAdenville held its annual Christmastown 5k event last week. A large crowd of 1,300 runners and spectators of all ages turned out for the run and party afterwards. All funds raised stay in McAdenville and are used for things like college scholarships and improvements to the Thread Trail.

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Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd

143 Church St. 704-824-5380

110 S. Main St. 704-827-4751

Lakeview Baptist Church McAdenville Baptist Church

Macedonia Baptist Church

192 Main St. 704-824-2740

1951 Stanley Lucia Rd. 704-827-9224

McAdenville Wesleyan Church

Morningside Missionary Church

300 E. Wesleyan Dr. 704-824-1073

711 Morningside Dr. 704-822-9142

Mt. Holly Church of God

CRAMERTON

208 Rankin Ave. 704-827-8596

Cramerton Independent Presbyterian Church

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

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Grace Wesleyan Church

Will of God Church

Alexander Memorial Baptist Church

6014 S. New Hope Rd 704-825-7959

513 Woodlawn Ave. 704-827-5185

208 South Main Street 704-825-3216

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

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

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

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

Centerview Baptist Church

Burge Memorial Methodist Church

Ridgeview Baptist Church

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

312 W. Glendale Ave. 704-827-2726

West Cramerton United Methodist Church

Loves Chapel Presbyterian Church

Catawba Heights Church of God

204 Lincoln St. 704-825-8342

122 Tomberlin Rd. 704-827-4225

Lutheran Church of the Holy Comforter

CBC-Memorial Apostolic

110 Lincoln St. 704-825-2046

East Belmont Free Will Baptist

Mount Pleasant Missionary Baptist

909 Edgemont Ave 704-825-5346

212 South Street 704-825-7269

Ebenezer United Methodist Church

New Hope Presbyterian Church

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

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

Exodus Church

New Life Baptist Church

101 S. Main Street 704-755-5034

201 Oak Trail 704-822-6195

First Baptist Church

New Mills Chapel Fire Baptized

23 N. Central Avenue 704-825-3758

104 Morning Glory Ave. 704-825-5457

First Foursquare Gospel Church

North Belmont Church of God

8 Elizabeth Street 704-825-5811

2316 Acme Rd. 704-827-4092

First Presbyterian Church

O’Conner Grove Church Ame Zion

102 S. Central Ave 704-825-3357

613 N. Main Street 704-825-5576

First Presbyterian-Belmont

Park Street United Methodist

112 S. Central Ave 704-829-0668

120 Park Street 704-825-8480

First United Methodist Church of Belmont

Power of the Spirit Church 118 School Street 704-827-7071

Queen Of The Apostles Catholic Church

71 McAdenville Road 704-825-7283

503 N. Main Street 704-825-9600

Friendship Baptist Church

230 W. Charlotte Ave. 704-827-0968

Chapel Baptist Church

511 Tuckaseegee Rd. 704-827-4301

Cornerstone Family Worship

Way of the Cross Baptist Church

709 Rankin Ave. 704-671-8640

238 Lanier Ave. 704-827-8111

Covenant United Methodist

Wesley Chapel Holiness Church

110 Underwood Dr. 704-820-0603

324 N. Lee St. 704-827-1993

Family Worship Center

Westview Presbyterian Church

1013 W. Charlotte Ave. 704-827-7656

1020 W. Catawba Ave. 704-827-2026

Finish Line Christian Center

203 S. Main St. 704-263-2621

Community Pentecostal Center 320 Ralph Handsel Blvd.

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First United Methodist Church 217 N. Main St. 704-263-2691

First Presbyterian Church 512 Old Mount Holly Rd. 704-263-4275

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

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New Faith Baptist Church

Bethlehem Church

300 S. Main St. 704-827-2481

3100 Bethlehem Church St. 704-823-5050

1224 Mayberry Rd. 704-263-0249

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

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

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

Goshen Free Will Baptist Church

Goshen Presbyterian Church

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

Jehovah’s Witnesses

South Point United Methodist

1736 Kelly Rd. 704-263-0199

510 South Point Church Rd. 704-825-4019

Lighthouse Full Gospel Church

1405 Armstrong Ford Rd. 704-825-0604

Christ’s Evangelical Lutheran

First Baptist Church-Mt. Holly

3717 Hickory Grove Rd. 704-827-3939

Upper Room United Pentecostal

Amazing Grace Baptist Church

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

Hickory Grove Baptist Church

1005 Catawba St. 704-825-8730

St. Anthony of Padua Traditional Catholic Church

Tuckaseegee Baptist Church

124 Horsley Ave. 704-825-9516

Unity Baptist Church

The Barn at Sandcastle Farm 155 Sandcastle Rd.

707 Westland Farm Rd. 704-822-8033

South Point Baptist Church

6700 Wilkinson Blvd 704-825-1709

Gateway Cowboy Church

1117 Old NC Hwy 27 704-827-8826

Core Church

5339 S. New Hope Rd 704-825-8252

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Shiloh AME Zion Methodist

7280 Sifford Rd. 704-827-6277

Gaston Christian Church

26 Kee Rd. 704-825-5987

740 Rankin Ave. 704-827-5181

1529 Old Hwy 27 Rd. 704-827-5851

300 Westland Farm Rd. 704-827-8600

Stowe Memorial Baptist Church

207 Lowell Ave. 704-824-4213

2560 Stanley Lucia Rd. 704-827-5881

Grace Baptist Church

701 Secrest Ave. 704-825-8175

Second Baptist Church

St. Paul FHB Church

124 Georgia Belle Ave. 704-579-7823

St. Marks United Methodist Church

Riverside Baptist Church

Community Christian Fellowship

Sanctuary of Praise Ministries

220 Park Terrace Dr. 704-827-7801

501 Cramer Mountain Rd. 704-824-4286

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5008 S. New Hope Rd 704-825-3276

Springwood Freewill Baptist

105 Pine Rd. 704-827-3856

Life Church

108 Horseshoe Bend Beach Rd. 704-827-8676

324 N. Lee St. 704-827-5526

1300 W. Catawba Ave. 704-827-3076

704-867-2317

235 8th Ave. 704-824-1991

171 S. Main St. 704-824-7785

Mount Moriah Baptist Church

Containers/Trailers Sales & Storage Rental

First Baptist Church

826 W. Charlotte Ave. 704-827-2999

East Belmont Church Of God

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East Wilkinson Blvd.

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NC Highway 273 704-827-9846

216 N. Main St. 704-825-2483

306 Pearl Beaty Dr. 704-827-6500

124 Georgia Belle Ave 704-965-1004

Cramerton Temple of God Church

Bethel Baptist Church

Message of Love Church

Grace Korean Ch Assembly-God

154 N. Main St. 704-824-3831

Holy Comforter Lutheran Church

501 Catawba Street 704-825-5780

Roper Street 704-827-6280

Cramer Memorial United Methodist Church

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East Belmont Baptist Church

Fresh Anointing Church of God

416 Woodlawn Ave. 704-824-1745

151 Henry Chapel Rd 704-825-0711

216 N. Main St. 704-825-2483

807 South Point Road 704-825-2106

Cramerton Free Will Baptist

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

Henry’s Chapel Ame Zion Church

2300 Acme Road 704-827-2061

320 E. Catawba Street 704- 825-8845

1304 N. Main St. 704-827-6141

151 8th Ave. 704-824-3889

530 N. Hawthorne St. 704-827-1442

Carolina Community Baptist 604 Martha Ave 704-824-2872

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

Epic Church 100 Indian Walk 704-671-4652

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

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

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

New Life Baptist Church 527 N. Buckoak St. 704-263-4647

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

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

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

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

Trinity Full Gospel Church 303 Sunset Dr. 704-263-9765

United In Action of Stanley

Mt. Calvary Baptist Church

5481 Hickory Grove Rd. 704-524-0555

120 Branch St. 704-824-4535

811 Mauney Rd.

First Baptist Church of Lowell

Welcome Baptist Church

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

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First Baptist Church

112 White Jenkins Rd. 704-681-2017

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

New Life Church 128 Robbins St. 704-824-1356

Bright Light Baptist Church

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Presbyterian Church of Lowell 207 E. 1st St. 704-824-3807

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

Woodlawn Baptist Church 1101 N. Main St. 704-824-4261

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Banner-News Obituaries

Connie Hudspeth Campbell Frankin NC- Connie Hudspeth Campbell, 90, of Franklin, passed away on Tuesday, November 27, 2018.

Born in Belmont, she was a native of Gaston County and a daughter of the late John Frank and Sadie (Mullis) Hudspeth. She was preceded in death by her husband, John H. Campbell, to whom she was married for 26 years, prior to his death on January 30, 1979. In addition to her husband and parents, she was also preceded in death by one brother, Rev. F. Mason Hudspeth and one sister, Ann Fox. Surviving is Connie Walton of the home and Rabun Gap, GA who was like a daughter to her. She is also survived by one brother, Terry Hudspeth (Martha) of Gastonia; two sisters-in-law, Lucy Evans of Franklin and Patricia Price of Lancaster, SC. Also surviving are several wonderful nieces and nephews, as well as her dedicated caregiver, Margaret Howard, of Franklin.

Connie began a career of 41 years as a dedicated secretary/bookkeeper at Franklin High School, where she exemplified professionalism, integrity, and a strong work ethic. She faithfully served the principals, teachers, and supported all the students in their activities until her retirement of June 30, 1994. She was a friend and mentor to many during her years of service.

She was a member of Iotla Baptist Church for 65 years, where she served in numerous capacities as long as her health would allow her to attend. Serving as Music Director for 25 years, she was also active in the Katherine Sunday School Class, church choir, Discipleship Training, Women’s Missionary Union, JOY Group, Sew’n Sews, as

well as serving on the Helping Hands Committee. Connie was fully devoted in every aspect of her church and church family.

Funeral services were held at 11 am, Saturday, December 1, at Iotla Baptist Church with Rev. Brandon Breedlove and Rev. Steve Reeves officiating.

Interment followed in the church cemetery. The family received friends at the church one hour prior to the service.

Pallbearers were Tony Ledford, Kenneth Coalley, Bucky Asby, David Fox, Bryon Farris, Wayne Lynch, Steve Norton, and Matt Fox. Honorary Pallbearers are members of the Katherine Sunday School Class and the John H. Campbell Sunday School Class.

Memorials may be made to Iotla Baptist Church Cemetery Fund or Iotla Baptist Church Building Fund at 1537 Iotla Church Road, Franklin, NC 28734.

Macon Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.

Condolences can be made to the family at www.maconfuneralhome.com.

wife, Donna of Summerville, SC, Brad Bowen and wife, Tina of Rutherfordton; sister, Norma Threat of Belmont; grandchildren, David Bowen, Kelsey Hill, Bradley (Luvina) Bowen, Jeremy (Amanda) Bowen, Reagan (Travis) Nunley; great grandchildren, Kinsey, Wyatt, Liliana, Gracie, Mallory and Joseph.

The family w received friends from 10 - 11:00 am, Saturday, December, 1, 2018 at McLean Funeral Directors, Belmont.

A celebration of life service w followed in the Bumgardner Chapel at 11:00 am with Rev. Zachary Barnes officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Gaston Hospice, P.O. Box 3984, Gastonia, NC 28054.

Condolence messages may be sent online at www.

McLeanFuneral.com. McLean Funeral Directors of Belmont is serving the Bowen family.

Abbey Chorus annual Holiday Concert is December 8th Abbey Chorus, voice, organ, piano students and instrumentalists present the college’s annual Holiday Concert Dec. 8, 2016, 8:00 PM in the Abbey Basilica, 100 Belmont-Mt. Holly Road, Belmont NC 28012. Included will be part of Cantata 142 formerly attributed to Bach and carols, new and old, in French, Latin and English. The audience will be invited to sing some familiar songs accompanied by the Basilica organ. Karen Hite Jacob is director/ organist. A variety of music of the Christmas season both sacred and secular will be performed. Admission is free but donations are gladly accepted. For additional information is www.bac.edu or call 704-4616012. https://www.facebook.com/pg/BelmontAbbeyArts/events.

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Meditations Do you know God?

I received the best theological education. I still pursue learning through continuing education classes and certifications. I am an avid reader. My library contains books from world-famous theologians, science, history, biographies from Winston Churchill, Theodore Roosevelt, George Washington Carver, and many others. I can quote numerous scriptures from memory. But, what does this all mean and prove?

One evening I was sitting in my prayer room, and God spoke to my heart. He asked, “Do you know me? You know about me, but do you know me?”

Paul is one of my favorite New Testament writers. He was an intellectual and zealous for Christ and longing that others may know Jesus. Paul had an elite pedigree. His parents supplied him with the best credentials. He was from the tribe of Benjamin, the tribe who gave Israel its first king. As a Pharisee, Paul devoted himself to the law entirely. He was blameless concerning righteousness that comes by the law. Paul continued this path until God spoke to his heart. Now, Paul Rutherfordton, NC- Shirsees through different lenses. He is still an intellectual, but he ley McCumbee Bowen, age also realizes there is something more. “I count all things to 87, formerly of Stowe Road, be a loss in view of the surpassing value of knowing Christ Belmont, passed away peaceJesus my Lord, for whom I have suffered the loss of all things, fully on November 26, 2018 in Rutherfordton. She was born on September 28, 1931 in Gaston County, a daughter of the late Jesse and Sara Robinson McCumbee.

She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 51 If you are like my family, were probably from the areas years, Claude Harwell “Bud” you have been decorating near Persia, and familiar Bowen. your home for Christmas. with the prophecies of Israel, Shirley worked for many We decorate our Christmas as Israel had been in captivyears as the church secretary tree with ornaments that ity in these lands for almost at First Baptist Church, Belhave many memories. We seventy years before the Permont where she was an active member. She was proud have ornaments from all the sian king sent them back to to be raised on the Sterling places we have visited, as Jerusalem. These men had Mill Hill and loved her fam- well as ornaments that the a great understanding of the ily deeply. Left to cherish her kids have made over the stars and interpreting prophmemories are her children, years. As I look at the tree, ecies. They followed a star Claude H. Bowen, Jr. and I am reminded of a lifetime in the east, that led them to of great memories. This time where Jesus was to be born. of year always brings back As they made their way to many memories of family, Israel, King Herod gathered Creating Memories With Dignity & Respect friends, and wonderful times his counselors together to see together. As we think of our where Jesus would be born. lives, and the memories, have They told him in Bethlehem. we ever thought of our lives He called the wise men, and as a journey? commanded them to go find Matthew 2:1-12 tells of a the child, and bring him Funeral & Cremation journey three men took that word of His location. When first Christmas. These three they found the young Jesus, SERVICE men, wise men as the Bible they worshiped Him, and 101 Oak Grove St. • Mt. Holly, NC 28120 calls them, journeyed to Is- presented three gifts of gold, rael to see the long-awaited frankincense, and myrrh.

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and count them but rubbish so that I may gain Christ.” Philippians 3:8 NASB. Do you know God? Not what God can give you, not the intellectual pursuits of God? Do you know Rev. Angela Pleasants him? “I keep asking that the God of District our Lord Jesus Christ, the glorious Superintendent Father, may give you the Spirit of of Catawba Valley wisdom and revelation, so that you Methodist Churches may know him better.” Ephesians 1:17 NIV. God desires that our inner being know him in a personal relationship. Ask God to reveal his heart to you. Ask God to break your heart where his heart breaks.

As we begin to know God intimately, we become more like God. His attributes will become our attributes. Knowing God is the most important thing in life. Knowing God’s heart is to know him intimately. So, continue seeking knowledge, keep learning. But, above all keep seeking God and his heart, and all other things will fall into place. “Beloved, let us love one another, for love is from God; and everyone who loves is born of God and knows God.” I John 4:7 NASB.

Life’s Journey Herod’s true intentions to kill the child, they departed for home another way.

We often think of the gifts the wise men brought, yet we should also consider their journey. They stepped out on faith, following a star to find the young child. Their journey was long, perhaps three or four weeks of traveling. Traveling at night to follow the star, they would have faced many dark times, and great uncertainty as they did not really know what to expect. Our lives are a journey as well. As followers of Jesus, we walk by faith, letting Him lead us. There may be times of darkness and uncertainty. We face difficulties, and sometimes we are not sure where God is leading us. Our life’s journey can be long at times, and we may even want to give up. The

wise men n e v e r turned around to go home, Rev. Trent Rankin they never stopped, because they knew their journey would lead to the cradle of God Himself. Your journey will end at the feet of Jesus too. Whether you are a believer or not, you will stand before Jesus as your life comes to an end. Are you prepared to see Jesus? If so, rejoice in your salvation in Christ! If not, take a moment right now to give your life to Jesus Christ this Christmas season. It will be the best gift you will ever receive. Then, begin your journey with Jesus!

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McADENVILLE From Page 1 the common areas of town are on timers, which turn the lights on and off at pre-set times.

Respect Private Residents- Walking is a great way to see the Christmas lights, the decorated homes and to hear the sounds of the church chimes. However, when walking through town, please stay on the sidewalks and never go in the yards or on porches of our residents. The decorated homes are private residences, please be respectful while walking.

Questions and Answers How much does it costThe light display is free, no cost whatsoever.

Where can I park and what is the cost- There are four parking areas in town; A parking lot is located behind the McAdenville Baptist Church/Caromont Clinic.

Another lot is located on Poplar Street, behind the small business area of town.

A large parking lot is located beside the lake in the heart of Christmas Town. A parking lot beside the McAdenville Elementary School is a great place to park for those entering from US Highway 29-74.

Feel free to park at any of four locations at no cost.

How long is the route thru Christmas Town- The route is approximately 1.3 miles long, on weekends it may take 30-45 minutes to drive

the full route, most weeknights it will take less time.

Entrance and Exit PointsThere is only one route through Christmas Town. If you enter town from Interstate 85, once you get to the town limits, continue through town until you reach U.S. Highway 29-74. At this point you will leave Christmas Town. If you Pharr Yarns CEO Bill Carstarphen addressing the crowd. enter town from U.S. 29-74 (coming from the Charlotte area) continue through town until you reach Interstate 85.

At this point you will leave Christmas Town .

Are hayrides permittedYes, however, the wagon etc. used for the hayrides must be pulled by a Motor Vehicle.

Animals pulling Wagons, Horseback Riding etc. are not permitted on the Christmas Town Route.

Are the light turned on Joony Hear and Nicole Calderon drove up from Rock Hill for in inclement weather- Yes, the McAdenville event. more then 30 timers throughout town turn the lights on and off regardless of the weather conditions.

I have a dog, are animals allowed to walk thru Christmas Town with their owner?

Yes, however, all animals must be on a leash and controlled by their owner.

No person may, during the month of December launch, land or operate any unmanned aircraft system (UAS) from within the Town Limits of McAdenville.

A perfect example of a Christmas village scene in McAdenville.

Kids from McAdenville Elementary and Santa.

These McAdenville Elementary second graders were ready to sing some Christmas tunes.

Kaidence Moss was dressed the part for the McAdenville celebration.

Candace Cook and Erika Sutphin with Christmastown USA shirts. They are still available on the McAdenville Women’s Club website, Giorgios, or 115 Main St. The Stout family, Michael, Alma, Serena, and Tyler, had a great time at the McAdenville event.

Lights throughout McAdenville are spectacular as usual.

Allison Glass sang the National Anthem at the McAdenville lights event.

Frosty got a little wet but he didn’t care.

A little rain didn’t drown out the Christmas spirit in McAdenville.

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Catawba Heights Baptist Church pastor Raymond Johns and fellow Traveling Light bike club member Jamie Lamberth were at the Toy Run.

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A variety of bike clubs took part in the Toy Run.

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Reindeer Britt Hyman and Kristopher Dunham made their annual appearance at the Toy Run.

Hundreds of motorcycle riders braved cold rain Saturday in the Toy Run for Kids to carry out their mission of bringing toys to children in Gaston County. Here, Gaston County Sheriffs OfThe Toy Run candy truck was staffed by Blair Noles, Libby Fair- fice Blue Knights cycle club members Carlos Duque, Jimmy Lunsford, and Jason Howell at the Toy Run with Sheriff Alan cloth, Tammy Davidson, and Jeff Davis.

Just a few of the nice bikes that riders were on in the Toy Run. Cloninger.

Santa with the Nicasio family.

Folks wait patiently for the toys to be given out in the Ranlo Church of God parking lot.

Morgan Fiolka, Robert Wallace, and Fred Woltz ready to mount up in the Toy Run.

Tammy Love, Tanner Brown and “Brown Dog� added their splash of color to the Toy Run.

Volunteers from the Potters House in Gastonia helped give out the toys.

Photos by Alan Hodge

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Students visit New York City Students from Gaston Christian School’s Mock Trial Red Team recently took a trip to New York City. While they were there, this group visited the Ellis Island Immigration Museum.

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Have you ever wondered about the lives of Michelle Obama, George Washington, Betsy Ross, Neil Armstrong, Casey Jones, and other famous Americans? McAdenville Elementary School second graders brought them to life recently at the 2nd Grade Wax Museum. Each student researched the life of a famous American and gave a short speech about their life to visitors of the museum.

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Library to host special holiday concert Bright Star Touring Theatre will present a special holiday concert on Saturday, December 15 at 11:00 a.m. at the Gaston County Public Library-Main Library.

This event is part of the library’s Live @ Your Library Family Performing Arts Series. The concert is free to the public and appropriate for all ages.

The concert titled “Songs of the Season” will take the audience on a trip around the world in a musical adventure.

They will hear popular songs of the winter and holiday season from all over the globe.

No reservations are required for individuals and families. Advance reservations are suggested for organized groups.

The program is supported by the North Carolina Arts Council, a division of the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources. The series also receives support from the National Endowment for the Arts, the Gaston Arts

Council, Friends of the Gaston County Public Library, and the Ralph S. Robinson Family Foundation.

Visit GastonLibrary.org to find Gaston County Public Library’s latest events and opportunities. Follow Gaston County Public Library and its branches on Instagram and Twitter @gascopublib and “Like” its page on Facebook at Facebook.com/gastonlibrary.

Belmont Middle Girls Volleyball defeated Grier Middle in three sets on Nov. 27, 2018. On November 29, Belmont Middle clashed with Cramerton Middle. Belmont lost to Cramerton in five sets. Cramerton came back from being down the first two sets to win the last three matches.

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Two Gaston Christian School students have signed to play college sports after they graduate.

Gaston Christian School senior Hannah Bonisa has committed to play basketball at Auburn of Montgomery. Pictured: Coach Kevin Harrington, Athletic Director Tom Hawxwell, parents Mike and Kathleen Bonisa and brother Jacob Bonisa.

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Gaston Christian School senior Anna Crenshaw has committed to play softball at North Greenville University. Pictured: Coach Danny Craig, and Chad Ghorley, Athletic Director Tom Hawxwell, parents Johnny and Lisa Crenshaw, and brother Ben Crenshaw.

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Mt. Holly Christmas Parade 2018 Mt. Holly held its annual Christmas parade last week. Cool but clear weather brought thousands of folks out to see the fantastic floats, bands, beauty queens, and more.

Photos by Alan Hodge and Bill Ward

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Mt. Holly Christmas Parade scenes...

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Warriors beat Cramer in opener 57-42

by John Wilson john.bannernews@gmail.com

The East Gaston Warriors boy’s basketball team overcame some first half butterflies to rally past the Stuart Cramer Storm 56-45 in the season opener for both squads.

“I felt like in the first half we had a lot of jitters,” East Gaston head coach Eugene Farrar said. “It was a home game and we were nervous.”

The nervousness showed as Cramer outscored the Warriors in the first and second periods.

At halftime the Warriors went into the locker room down 21-18.

East Gaston just didn’t play well on the first half and Coach Farrar didn’t candy coat it.

“In the first half we didn’t play a lick of defense,” Farrar added.

As both teams took the court for second half action things changed in East Gas-

ton’s favor. The Warriors settled down in the third period and took it to Cramer hard.

EG outscored the Storm 23-9 in the third and 16-12 in the fourth.

The strong third period performance definitely helped East Gaston as the Warriors took the lead and kept on rolling.

“In the second half we played a lot better defense,” coach Farrar went on to say.

“On offense we shared the ball a lot better.”

Several Warriors put up solid games against Cramer.

EG’s stop scorer was Cameron Stackston with 18 points.

Not far behind Stackston was Chris Harte with 16.

Also having a good night for East Gaston was Anthony Davis and Aaron Legrand.

Davis did a little bit of everything. He scored three points, pulled down three rebounds along with three assists and four steals. For his See WARRIORS, Page 15

The Stuart Cramer Storm men traveled to East Gaston for a non-conference matchup against the Warriors. East Gaston won the game 57-42. Here, Chris Harte #22 hits a jump shot for a Warrior basket.

Aaron Legrand puts up a shot for the Warriors.

#23 Cameron Stackston drives in for a lay-up.

Kendall Karr leaps and dunks on a Cramer drive.

The Storm cheerleaders keeping their fans fired up.

The Warrior Cheerleaders keeping the East fans in the game.

East Gaston’s AJ Price leaps and passes to a teammate.

East Gaston ladies hosted the Stuart Cramer Lady Storm in a non-conference game last week. The Lady Warriors won the game 56-45. Here, Karis Peterson looks for a shot against the Warrior defense.

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Aubrey Craig dribbles up the court to setup the Warriors’ play.

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Carley Womack drives the lane for a lay-up

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Cramer’s Karis Peterson #20 and East Gaston’s Saylom Usher #44 guard each other dur- A Highland Tech player comes down with a ing a free throw. rebound.

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part, Legrand did a great job under the boards. He finished the game with 10 points and 14 rebounds.

“He was very active the whole game,” Coach Farrar said of Legrand’s performance.

Leading the way for the Storm was Keyshawn Massey and Kendall Karr Massey

finished the night with eight points and 10 rebounds. Karr finished up with 8 points and a rebounds.

After beating the Storm the Warriors fell to Hunter Huss 56-45 last Thursday.

This week the 1-1 Warriors will play North Gaston and Forestview. Both games will be at home.

Highland player #1 shoots for two points on a Ram’s fast break.

Demarrick Floyd puts up a jump shot and scores for the Storm.

#22 Keishawn Massey finishes a fast break with a dunk for the Storm.

Allie Cappellazo surveys the Lady Rams’ defense looking for a passing lane.

Patrick Zander #21 drives the lane and puts up a shot.

Lady Storm Senior Carley Womack drives the lane for two points.

Stuart Cramer played host to the Highland Tech Rams men and ladies basketball teams. The Lady Storm won their game 57-48 and the Highland Tech men won a very close and exciting game 63-62 in the final seconds. Here, Chloe Michael takes a pass from a teammate.

Maz Johnson looks for an open teammate against the Cramer defense.

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GEMS participates in No Shave November for a good cause For the month of November Gaston County EMS relaxed its policy that prohibits EMTs and Paramedics from growing beards, but for a good cause.

In an effort to boost the agencies annual United Way fundraising campaign, GEMS’ P3C1 employee engagement committee made a proposal to Chief Mark Lamphiear to relax the department’s policy for the month of November. The proposal required that anyone wishing to participate in No Shave November would make a $30 donation to the United Way. This donation would be a onetime donation and the participants understood that this was not a replacement for but an addition to their annual pledge to the United Way.

Chief Mark Lamphiear said “the campaign was a success with 40 GEMS employees participating, having a good time comparing beards, and generating a $1200 donation to the United Way.” This is in addition to the agency’s $19,062 donation as a depart-

ment during the 2017 United Way Pledge Campaign.

Gaston County EMS has led all Gaston County Government Departments in the annual United Way campaign for the last 7 years, and aims to do so again this year.

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Brenda’s Cake Gallery 11 S. Main St. Belmont, NC 28012 704-825-2253

Johnny B’s Pizza 106 N. Main St. Belmont, NC 28012 704-825-8900

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At East Gaston, a test of character and the end of an era

By John Wilson john.bannernews@gmail.com

How people respond to adversity is a serious indicator of the character they possess. Sometimes when things are tough many of us simply give up. On the other hand there are others among us that refuse to give in. They continue to fight on no matter the odds.

The 2018 East Gaston football team is an example of a group of people who refused to quit.

To say the 2018 was tough for EG football would be an understatement. The Warriors went 0-11 this year. It’s easy to say it was one of the worst seasons in East Gaston history.

However, the Warriors 2018 season isn’t really about winning and losing. This story is about the resilience of the human spirit.

To start with, no one thought this year was going to end up like it did. Sometimes you just can’t predict what fate will throw at you.

“It was a tough season,” coach Sean Joyce said. “We had high hopes coming in as we do every year.”

In 2017 the Warriors went 2-9. While that record wasn’t much to yell about the team

put players in positions to succeed. It was looking like 2018 would be a solid year.

For starters, the Warriors had several talented people coming back. Players like Brodie Hilton, KJ Dagout, Kobe Creamer, DJ Maultsby and Jake Thomas to name but a few.

“We felt good about what we were doing,” coach Joyce said.

Sadly, things didn’t go as plan. The season hadn’t even gotten underway when the bottom started to fall out.

Things started to unwind when starter Kobe Creamer left to go to a local charter school. After Creamer’s departure injuries started to rip through the starting lineup.

“We had to play several games early with a sophomore quarterback and a freshman running back,” Coach Joyce went on to say.

The Warriors opened the season with a rough 69-29 loss to North Gaston.

After that the losses just kept coming. Soon September turned to October without a win. Then October turned to November and the Warriors still had not won a game.

To make things worse, East Gaston also lost some players that were determined to be ineligible.

When it rains it pours.

Going game after game without a win can rip at your soul. It’s hard to suit up week after week and feel like you have nothing to show for your efforts.

Yet despite all the tough times the team pretty much stayed together. Yes, there were some players that decided that they didn’t want to deal with it anymore and turned in their gear. However, for the most part the team stuck it out.

Coach Joyce remembers how hard it was on the players and the coaching staff.

“We were just trying to survive,” Joyce noted.

For the players that chose to stick it out the rewards may have seemed meager.

However, to those that know how life works that wasn’t the case.

The players that stuck it out learned about humility, honor and commitment.

Those are qualities that are in high demand and short supply in today’s society.

One player that held the line was was senior Brodie Hilton.

As a junior, Hilton showed flashes of greatness. A six foot 220 pound back with deceptive speed and great hands. In 2017 Hilton played

hard, but at times was inconsistent due to marginal conditioning.

In 2018 Hilton came to camp ready to play. In many ways Hilton came into his own this year. Throughout the season Hilton showed a commitment and maturity that impressed his coach.

“He was able to handle the situation better this year,” coach Joyce said of his running back. “Last year when things were tough he wouldn’t play hard.”

This year Hilton played hard, and like his team mates he never gave in. In many ways Hilton represented what was going right at EG. No matter how many times these guys were knocked down they picked themselves up off the turf and lined back up for the next play.

That refuse to quit attitude was showcased in the Warriors last play from scrimmage in the final game of the year.

With only seconds to go the Warriors were down 48-0 to East Rutherford.

On the final play of the game quarterback DJ Maultsbury dropped back and targeted Hilton. The big back caught the ball and the race was on.

Hilton rumbled 40 yards in a effort to get to the end zone. Several Cavaliers got in his way, but Hilton refused to go down. Hilton powered his way into the end zone and the game was over.

Of course the score didn’t change the outcome of the

game, but that’s not the point.

The point is these kids never quit. Even when they had no reason to keep fighting.

“He ran hard,” Joyce recalled. “I went up to him after the play and asked him if he realized that he just scored a touchdown on the last play of the game in his final high school game.”

Hilton was but one example of the type of players that made up the 2018 Warriors.

These guys should never hang their heads.

After the season ended coach Joyce soon had to deal with some adversity of his own. Not long after the last game Joyce was asked to step down from his head coaching spot. The coach complied with the request and resigned.

Losing a job is never easy, but while reflecting on his time as the Warriors head coach Joyce isn’t bitter. Joyce likes to remember those things that go beyond sport.

“I’ve enjoyed the last 10 years,” Joyce said. “It’s not always been what I want as far as wins or losses, but I’ve got to see young men grow, mature and become husbands and fathers.”

The personal connection that Joyce has had with his current and former players is admirable. Over the years it was not uncommon to see former players stop by the field house to seek the coach out for advice on whatever issues they were dealing with at the moment.

Coach Joyce prides himself on trying to point his players in the right direction.

Joyce knows that coaching is but a tool used to teach young people how to be be good citizens.

In his time at EG Joyce always pushed his players to look at the big picture. He wanted them to rise above the fray and do what was right.

“I would often tell them do not let your circumstances dictate who you are,” Joyce added.

Now coach Joyce will need to heed the very advice he gave his players as he ponders his future.

The coach isn’t sure what the future will hold. Joyce’s extensive football knowledge make him a valuable asset.

Several coaching options have presented themselves, including some out of state opportunities.

Even when pressed about his plans coach Joyce always pivots back to his players. He doesn’t really want to talk about himself.

Joyce hopes the next football coach is successful and the players he worked with do well.

When asked how he would like to be remembered Joyce reflects for a few seconds and then thoughtfully says “I want to be remembered as a hard worker, someone who truly wanted what was best for the kids at East Gaston.”

If you sum it all up it’s fair to say the Warriors may have been losers on the field, however, anyone associated with the 2018 Warriors knows they are winners in the arena of life.

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Mt. Island Charter School swimmers qualify for regionals The Mt. Island Charter School swim team recently took part in a meet with several other schools. The following Raptor swimmers qualified for the upcoming regional event.

2nd Place - 200 Yard Medley Relay - *Regional Cut* (Sydney Strauss FR, Cailyn Oliverio FR, Keara Wiley FR, Brooke Harris SO) 5th Place - 200 Yard Medley Relay (Christian Sellars JR, Evan Borman FR, Ethan Jung FR, Isaiah Bookhardt SO).

2nd Place - 200 Yard Freestyle Sydney Strauss (FR) *Regional Cut* 3rd Place - 200 IM - Ethan Jung (FR).

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Yard Freestyle - Isaiah Bookhardt (SO).

2nd Place - 100 Butterfly - Keara Wiley (FR) 3rd Place - 100 Butterfly - Ethan Jung (FR).

1st Place - 100 Yard Freestyle - Cailyn Oliverio (FR) *Regional Cut* 1st Place - 500 Freestyle - Sydney Strauss (FR) *Regional Cut* 4th Place - 200 Yard Freestyle Relay - *Regional Cut* (Sydney Strauss FR, Cailyn Oliverio FR, Keara Wiley FR, Brooke Harris SO).

3rd Place - 200 Yard Freestyle Relay (Austin Ashburn FR, Evan Borman FR, Ethan Jung FR, Isaiah Bookhardt SO) 2nd Place - 100 Yard Breaststroke - Cailyn Oliverio (FR) *Regional Cut*.

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Food drive for CRO The Mt. Holly Historical Society is holding a food drive on Saturday, Dec. 8th. Please bring non-perishable food to the museum, 131 S. Main St., this Saturday between 10am-1pm to help collect supplies for the Community Relief Organization of Mount Holly. For any non-perishable grocery donation you will receive a free t-shirt from our gift shop. (Limit one per person, while supplies last).

Mt. Island Charter art show coming Mt. Island Charter School will host a “Creative Flurry” art show on Dec. 8, 11am-5pm.

The event will take place at Artsy Studio located at 3635 Mount Holly Huntersville Road, Charlotte, NC (in the shopping center where Subway is across the street from Harris Teeter). This event is free and open to all. Come shop local and support the Arts at Mountain Island Charter School and the Mt. Holly Community. There will be student and local vendors selling their art, jewelry, home goods, art display, art workshops for kids and so much more.

Gaston Christian School honored G a s t o n Christian School has been named a “Best Christian Workplace” based on a national survey of employees.

As a certified “Best Christian Workplace,” Gaston Christian School meets the objective, measurable standards of a flourishing workplace culture.

“We are very excited to be named a “Best Christian Workplace” recipient. Gaston Christian School has a very low turnover of staff and faculty. This award validates what everyone who works at GCS knows; this is a great place to work may God continue to bless our ministry as we seek to honor Him” said Dr. Marc Stout, Head of School.

“Here at Best Christian Workplaces Institute, we believe that Christian workplaces should set the standard as the best, most effective places to work in the world.

We know that achieving this standard involves proactive planning and hard work to attain a healthy workplace culture. Colleagues and employees desire authenticity,

accountability, collaboration and innovation from each other and from their leaders. We recognize today that your leadership demonstrates Christ-centered servant leadership (Mark 10:42-45), and we stand with you in your commitment to be a flourishing organization, knowing that you are Christ’s hands, feet and witness to your employees and to those you serve through your organization,” says BCW Institute President Al Lopus.

Best Christian Workplaces Institute is a research-based organizational and human resources consulting firm based on Mercer Island, Washington. The official list of Best Christian Workplaces will be posted on BCWI’s website later this month. For more information: http://www.bcwinstitute.com/bcwlists.htm.

Located in Gastonia, North Carolina, Gaston Christian School is a private PreK-12, college-prep, nondenominational, Christian school. GCS has an enrollment of nearly 900 students.

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South Point men & women basketball highlights The South Point High basketball teams met Bessemer City last week. The boys won over Bessemer City 85-75. The girls won over Bessemer City 33-27. Congrats to the girls it was their first win in a couple of years. They lost every game last year.

Photos by Calvin Craig Superraiders

Belmont Middle soccer action...

Belmont Middle School’s Parker Jones had two goals and Lucas Burell had one goal to lead Belmont past Cramerton 3-2 in overtime last week. Cramerton Middle had goals from Plamedi Warsinsky and Jacob White. Belmont is now 7-1.

Photos by Sean Corcoran

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

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HANDYMAN, RETIRED. General contractor available for small job repairs and fixes.

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

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BOATS 2018 TRACKER BOAT. 17ft, camo paint, 60 hp Mercury motor. Call for details on taking up payment and pictures. (704) 606-1107

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2014 FISHIN’ BARGE 22’ PONTOON. 2014 22’ Suntracker Fishin’ Barge. Like new, stored in building since purchase, less than 200 hours on the motor. 90HP 4 stroke Mercury. Ski tower, 24 volt trolling motor, hummingbird down imaging depth finder, stainless steel rod holders, dual axle trailer with trailer brakes. (980) 307-9028

PETS & LIVESTOCK WE BUY SCRAP CARS. We purchase scrap vehicles with free pick up! Top $$$! Cash paid/No title needed! (980) 295-6556 stacey_n_brian@yahoo.com WE BUY UNWANTED JUNK CARS. We will come to you.

We pay cash on the spot. No titles needed. ID required. (803) 374-7545 I PAY CASH FOR DIABETIC Test Strips. Up to $10 per 100ct. Must be Unused, Unexpired. I’m local & pay fast. (828) 577-4197

AKC PUG PUPPIES. Shots and Wormed. 1 Female $900 2 Males $700 each. Ready 12/7/18. (828) 437-3664

LAB PUPS, CHOCOLATE, AKC REGISTERED.. Only 3 AKC chocolate female pups left! Vetted, dewormed, first shot. Ready for their new homes now! Call/text/email.

(704) 692-8386 paintedshilohfarm@yahoo.com BEAUTIFUL TEACUP CHIHUAHUA PUPPY’S I have 3 beautiful teacup chihuahua puppy’s for sale short and long haired.

They are up to date on shots and have been dewormed.

They are also 8 weeks old. Call (704) 297-0779 12328748@student.rcsnc.org

AKC AKITA MALE. 1 year old, rare liver color, outstanding watch dog. $150. (704) 9747041 FREE KITTENS FOR INSIDE HOMES. Don’t Wait! Please Call (704) 472-7116 (3) PIGS over 1 year old, 1 male, 2 females, $200 OBO. (7) goats, 6 males, 1 small female, $60 each. 828-245-0926.

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

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CHICKEN’S FOR SALE. ASSORTED HENS. $15.00 each.

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MOTORCYCLES & ATVS JUST IN TIME FOR CHRISTMAS. Like new 2014 Yamaha Raptor 350 four wheeler, asking $4000. Payed $4800. Very little use, price is negotiable. Call Jerry at (828) 289-0989 DEER HUNTER’S SPECIAL. PRICE REDUCED Kawasaki 610 Mule UTV, 4WD, differential locks, dump bed, one owner, like new, 3yrs old, everything perfect condition, $4995. 828429-3100.

2008 TTR110 YAMAHA TRAIL BIKE. Electric start, recently serviced, new battery, runs and preforms without flaw, $1000.

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

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

2007 YAMAHA TOUR DELUXE. 13000 cc, 19k miles, all extras, quick release, garage keep. 704-460-6457 or (704) 263-2869

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1969 CADILLAC CONVERTIBLE 7K miles on rebuilt original 472, runs & drives.

Needs top, interior, some body & paint, $2500 cash. Ron (919) 259-1019

OCEAN LAKES 3 BEDROOMS 2 BATHS. washer/ dryer, gas grill, golf cart included. $1200wk. Myrtle Beach, SC 29575 (704) 472-7145

2000 FORD FOCUS ZX3. 194K miles, new tires, brakes & timing belt. $1750. 704-240-0342, (704) 473-8922

2000 JEEP WRANGLER in excellent condition, $8000.

Also, 1995 Chevy RV, $800.

(828) 247-0506 2001 CHEVROLET S-10 150000 miles, Vortex motor, extended cab, good condition, $2500. (704) 473-8988 1994 CADILLAC SEVILLE Northstar, very clean, 171,000 miles, check engine light stays on, $1500. John Deere lawn mower, $100. Call (704) 685-8565

OCEAN LAKES VACATION RENTALS. (1) 1678 STARFISH. 3 bedroom, washer/dryer, large covered front porch.

(2)5525 TERN 2 bedroom 1 bath washer/dryer. 704-4736109. sheilaba@bellsouth.net Myrtle Beach, SC 29575 TWO BEACH HOUSES FOR RENT. One in Ocean Lakes, 2 bedroom, 2 bath, golf cart included. One in Ocean Side Village, Surfside. 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath. Real nice. Washer/dryer, golf cart included. Ocean view off back porch. Myrtle Beach, SC 29575 (704) 434-9502 OCEAN LAKES MYRTLE BEACH. Cottage N34. 2 bedroom, 2 bath, den, kitchen, dining, covered deck, near country store. Call Dorcas, 803-7182659 Myrtle Beach, SC 29575 (803) 635-9831

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DOG KENNELS FOR SALE. Starting at $189.99. Size 10x20 $399.99 up. Other sizes are available. Call J Johnson Sales, Forest City. (828) 245-5895

WANTED: OLD AND NEW AMMO. Reloading supplies.

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ROTTWEILER PUPPIES. AKC registered, 10 weeks old, shots up to date. $600. CHAMPION BLOODLINES. (864) 812-2535

1998 GMC SAVANA CARGO VAN New motor 2012, rebuilt trans 2014, new steering pump, new water pump, new fuel pump, new computer, new front disk, Towing package (704) 300-1299

GENTLY USED SEWING OR QUILTING MACHINE. Leave Message (404) 487-0226 WWII COLLECTOR WANTING TO BUY German Pistols, Military Guns, Helmets, Knives and Flags. I BUY Small and Large Gun Collections also.

Licensed FFL, TOP cash paid.

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FALLSTON AREA. Brick veneer double wide. 1700 sq. ft, 2.5 bath, 3 bedroom. 1 acre.

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LAWNDALE AREA. Cleared 1.3 acre lot, water and septic, priced to sell. Owner will finance with low down payment. Call Bryant Realty, www.bryantrealtyinc.com (704) 567-9836

LINCOLN COUNTY SMALL FARM. 24 Acres with pond on paved road off Startown Rd. Mostly open land $120,000. Call (704) 813-3856

RUTHERFORD COUNTY 27.3 ACRES: 800’ of frontage on Second Broad River, 900’ highway frontage, city water, creek, hardwoods, open fields, $130,000. Also, Lots for sale near Ellenboro, 1-18 acre tracts, level, wooded, paved road frontage. (864) 909-1035 EAST RUTHERFORD COUNTY. Off Hwy 120, Lots with water and septic. Owner will finance with low down payment. Call Bryant Realty, www. bryantrealtyinc.com. (704) 5679836

FOR RENT CLEVELAND COUNTY 3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH. Rent $675, Deposit $675, Application Fee $25. 704-472-3100, Kings Mountain, NC 28086 (704) 472-4666 OFFICE SPACES FOR RENT. Starting at $289. All utilities provided including WI-FI. Shared lobby and conference room. 2 bathrooms. Very High traffic area. 704-472-3100, Shelby, NC 28150 (704) 472-4666 3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH HOUSE. Stoney Point Rd, Shelby. NO pets. $750 month, $750 deposit. (704) 472-9708 2 BEDROOM, 1 BATH DUPLEX. Rent $475, Deposit $300, Application Fee $25.

704-472-3100, Shelby, NC 28150 (704) 472-4666 2 BEDROOM MOBILE HOME. Central heat & air, private lot, good neighborhood. $550 month plus deposit. (704) 4181999 GREAT LOCATION IN BOILING SPRINGS. 3 Bedroom, 1 Bath brick home, $850 a month.

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CAMPING SPOTS AVAILABLE in Blacksburg..Pinehaven Campground. $300 a month, water and WiFi included in price..15 cent a kiowatt on power usage..large gravel spots with concrete awning pads.

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References required. 704-7503082. (704) 418-3790

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

Age 62 or older. Equal Housing Opportunity. Shelby, NC 28150 (704) 482-7723 HICKORY CREEK APARTMENTS FOR SENIORS (62 and older), disabled (50 and older). Shelby. Now taking applications for waiting list.

EHO. Shelby, NC 28150 (704) 487-6354 2&3 BEDROOM MOBILE HOMES. Nice and clean, water furnished. Oak Grove Community, Kings Mtn. Call or text (704) 739-0259

RUTHERFORD COUNTY 2 & 3 BEDROOM MOBILE Homes for rent. Ellenboro, New House Road and Shelby.

No calls after 9pm. 828-3051650, (828) 755-5257 WEEKLY SPECIAL $210+ TAX AND UP. Town & Country Inn, Spindale. Newly remodeled.

WiFi, Micro-fridge, flatscreen, ESPN/Showtime. Nightly $49.99 and up. (828) 286-3681 193 OAK STREET, RUTHERFORDTON. 3BR, 1BA, partially fenced yard with outbuilding.

No smoking, No pets. $500 deposit, $105 per week. 828-3053770, 828-305-8980.

2BR APARTMENT. Water, trash and lawn maintenance included, no pets, $525, Forest City. 2 or 3BR house, $750, Rutherfordton. 828-458-7403.

4BR DOUBLE WIDE MOBILE HOME with office, 2 baths.

Quiet wooded park, landlord on site, $625 month. 828-2898719 after 10am.

1BR ENERGY EFFICIENT APARTMENT in Forest City. $425 plus deposit, water and garbage included. No pets.

828-248-1776.

2 & 3 BEDROOM Mobile Homes. Small private park between Spindale and Forest City.

Starting at $450 a month. (828) 382-0475 EFFICIENCY APARTMENTS. All utilities included with FREE cable/wifi and NO deposits.

Starting at $150 a week. (828) 382-0475 1 BEDROOM STUDIO APARTMENT. All utilities included with FREE cable/wifi, $225 week in Forest City. Call for more info.

(828) 382-0475

SHELBY AREA. 2 Bedroom cottage on private lot. (704) 473-6862 LAWNDALE AREA. 828-4530828 Lawndale, NC 28090

BEAVER DAM CHURCH AREA. 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home. Nice area, $800 month.

(704) 472-0199

1/2 ACRE MOBILE HOME LOT and 3 acre Mobile Home lot. Both in Casar on paved street & county water. 704-5381199. Casar, NC 28021 (704) 600-7847

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