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Febr ar 14th See Page 16

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Seventy years of Valentines Days... and counting

By Alan Hodge alan@cfmedia.info

Valentine’s Day, February 14, 1951 was a fateful day in the lives of Belmont residents Jack Page and Gearl Dean Russell. That’s because it was their first date- an event that eventually led to their marriage on August 19, 1953 and a lifetime together.

“I first saw her in ninth grade science class and though what a good looking girl,” Jack says. “When I found out she was first in her

class I figured I wasn’t in her league.”

Nonetheless, Cupid’s arrow struck.

“Our first date was the Valentine’s Day sweetheart dance at First Baptist Church,” Gearl Dean said.

The Belmont High couple was soon going steady- but college loomed. Jack went to Appalachian State and Gearl Dean to UNC-Greensboro.

“We stayed true to each other while we were in college,” Gearl Dean said.

When the Korean War

came along, Jack enlisted in the Army, and the couple decided to tie the knot soon after he put on a uniform.

“We got married when I was home on leave from basic training at Fort Jackson,” said Jack.

After college, they both became educators. Gearl Dean taught elementary school for 31 years. Jack earned a Masters degree in counseling and was the first school counselor in Gaston County.

Along the way, the couple had three kids- Forrest (a Morehead Scholar), Martha (graduated from App. State in just three years), and Dan (a member of the NCSU Electrical and Computer Engineers Hall of Fame). They also have See VALENTINE, Page 4

Jack and Gearl Dean Page of Belmont have been married nearly sixty-eight years and they have had seventy years of Valentines Days as a couple.

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Belmont Parks and Rec. dance teachers keep kids stepping lively

By Alan Hodge alan@cfmedia.info

Reid High School was an African-American educational icon in our area

By Alan Hodge alan@cfmedia.info

February is African-American History Month and one of the most important parts of that story is Reid High School in Belmont.

It’s been 103 years since Belmont’s Reid High for African-America students was founded- and just over 50 years since it was torn downbut the school’s memory still burns bright in the hearts and minds of all who attended it.

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Charles Jesse Bynum Reid

Tuesdays and Thursdays at the Belmont Parks and Rec. Department’s J. Paul Ford Center on Woodrow Ave. sees kids dancing up a storm and loving every minute of it..

The action is part of the dance classes there for kids aged 2-5 years that are taught by instructors Anna Edwards and Keeisha Law. The pair have been imparting their own love for dance into students and from the looks on the kids’ faces when they kick up their heels and put down their toes, it’s a win-win for everyone.

“I am very impressed that both Anna and Keisha have so much passion and knowledge on teaching and performing dance routines,” said Parks and Rec. director Zip Stowe.

“The Recreation Department See DANCE, Page 3

Belmont Parks and Rec. dance instructors Keeisha Law and Anna Edwards with some of their talented and energetic students.

Photo by Alan Hodge

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R ECOLLECTIONS AND R EFLECTIONS Connect the Dots: It’s all about Him

What is Love? Part 2 of 3

Devotion

By Tony Marciano aries and God doesn’t.

Still, we can express love as we learn it in bits and pieces; as we see our reflection in God’s truth and understand where our hearts really are and what Dennis Siracusa they are made of.

Someone said if we want to discover what’s most important to us; what’s really of interest to our heart we only need to look in our bank books; see where we spend our money. Does it reflect a love, respect, and appreciation for God who we owe everything to, or are our financial activities dust covered like so many thick bibles in our homes; and what about heart material? Are our hearts honorable, noble, and devoted? Do we truly cherish our spouse? Do we love our neighbors as ourselves? Do we have enough noble fiber to ask ourselves how well we are doing loving others; by God’s standards not ones we self-construct?

It’s astounding how pitiful our lives are when they largely circle around our personal desires. On Valentine’s Day as a kid, I remember a rhyme. “A kiss without a hug is like a floor without a rug.” Fanciful and memorable but it has a bit of merit too. How well are we protecting those we love practically and spiritually? As fathers, mothers, Grands, and Great Grands are we truly adding Godly love, protection and value to those Jesus directs us to love? How committed are we to asking the Lord for His assessment?

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Last year I had big plans for Valentine’s Day. We would go to my favorite Italian restaurant. I would drop my wife at the door and then park the car. When I entered the restaurant, I would pretend to meet this mysterious women at the bar and we would fall madly in love. We would then have a romantic dinner together. Unfortunately, my wife was sick in February. By the time she got well, Covid19 arrived and we never made it to the restaurant.

In the first part of this series, I asked the question, “What is love?” It’s more than feelings. It is an act of the will. It is when we choose to love someone even when they are unlovable or can’t return the love back to us.

In part two, I am adding the word “sacrifice.”

There is a special bond between an Italian mother and her son. My mother was the first born in America. I am her only son. When I met my wife, I knew she was the one. We married a few years later. My mother was losing “her baby.” After my daughter was born. I remember my mother saying to me that my wife would take the food out of her mouth and give it to our daughter if she needed it. While it sounds gross, my mother was saying that my wife would do whatever it took to take care of our children.

From that point forward, my wife and my mother had an incredible bond. She always lived within 15 minutes of us. Twenty three years ago, she moved in with us. We enjoyed the first thirteen years.

Then, my mother started to forget. She repeated herself.

She got up in the middle of the night to get dressed. She fell and fractured her hip.

When she returned from the hospital, there was a hospi-

w e r e huge. We could not go away for vacation. It Tony Marciano took two months of organizing overnight coverage just to be gone for two nights.

My wife sacrificed so my mother could have her wish, to die in her home. My wife made that wish happen. She gave of herself when my mother had nothing to give back to her. There were no warm, fuzzy feelings. It was the right thing to do. As my wife often said, “She deserves to live out her days in her home.” This was based on forty three years of relationship.

Isn’t that what Christ has done for us? He sacrificed himself to be in relationship with us.

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Last night I watched a DVD presentation called the Star of Bethlehem. It was technically way over my head. How could it not be; the heavens above us are huge; there are billions of stars in our own galaxy and billions of galaxies outside ours with billions of stars.

And yet, even though all the heavenly bodies are infinitely complex and in motion they became partially explained and predictable by Johannes Kepler who revolutionized astronomy in the 17th century with his mathematical laws of planetary motion. What shocked me most was the revelation of God’s affection for us; for God’s grand design embedded in creation that not only points to His incomparable attributes, but the certainty that we are all parts of HIS unfolding love story.

In Charles M. Sheldon’s book “In His Steps,” a love story was birthed; again by God’s design. Rachel had once rejected Rollin Page’s proposal but now, by page 140, found him a changed man in his new and profound devotion to the Lord. Because of that she became increasingly aware of what it means to be loved by a “noble man.” With Valentine’s Day upon us most of us are taking a few minutes to reflect on love and those we most ardently love. And yet, I wonder if any of us really understands the depth and breadth of LOVE. I ask because of two truths. 1 John 4:16 reminds us that “God is Love;” and Isaiah 40:28 says “The Lord is the everlasting God, the creator of the ends of the earth.” So if God is love and is everlasting and infinite how can we really know what love is? After all, we’re created beings. We have bound-

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DANCE From Page 1 is happy to bring their dance skills to the community. You can see some of their dance moves on City of Belmont Recreation Facebook page.”

Edwards is from Charlotte and earned a Bachelors in dance and performance at UNCC in 2018. In 2019, she went on to earn her Masters in dance from Hollings University. From there she taught dance at various venues until joining Belmont Parks and Rec. last August.

“My favorite style of dancing is contemporary which is a blend of ballet and modern,” Edwards said.

“I also enjoy choreography.”

Edwards talked about her role as a dance instructor in Belmont.

“I think it’s important to have a program that’s accessible to the public,” she said. “It’s a great outlet for the kids and a means of self expression and creative decision making.”

Law is from Mt Holly and earned her Bachelors in dance from UNCC in 1995.

Before coming to Belmont, she taught dance at a variety of places including Latta Dance at Spirit Square and Gold Hill Missionary Baptist in Lucia. Like Edwards, she began her work with Belmont Parks and Rec. in

August.

“I love modern dance,” she said. “I feel like dancing is important for self expression and the students get to do that in our classes. The kids say they really enjoy it.”

Law has these words for parents.

“I would tell any parent interested in signing their child up that the kids not only learn dance, they also learn interpersonal skills and develop friendships with the other students.”

The Parks and Rec. program has around 50 students total. The next sign up won’t be until August, but there’s the possibility of a summer camp before that.

In the meantime, current classes are held in a Covidconscious environment.

Edwards, Law and the kids wear masks. The floor is cleaned before classes start and the students take frequent water and hand sanitizer breaks.

To find out more about the dance and other Parks and Rec. offerings visit hhttps://www.cityofbelmont.org/departments/ parks-recreation/.

Hula hooping is also on the dance class list of activities.

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BANNER-NEWS OBITUARIES Martha Noles Watts Stanley, North Carolina Martha Noles Watts, age 97, passed away February 6, 2021 at Stanley Total Living Center. She was born November 27, 1923 in Gaston County, a daughter of the late Carl and Mary Smith Noles.

She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 75 years Loyd Bryant “L.B.” Watts Jr.; son Mike Watts; brothers Elbert and Andrew Martha Noles Watts Noles; sisters Marie Sitton, Frances Noles and Catherine nette; sister Toni Earle; granddaughter Anna Rick and Walters.

She is survived by her son her husband Billy.

Martha was the first area David Watts and his wife Gloria of Belmont; brother Bill Noles and his wife An-

woman to enlist in the U.S. Army “WAC” during WWII serving in Stark General Hospital in Charleston, SC. She met her husband who was serving in the Navy in the Pacific Theatre. She was a loving wife, mother, sister and grandmother who lived in her own home until the age of 95.

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The Pages in Ireland on one of their many trips to Europe together.

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VALENTINE From Page 1 six grandkids and five greatgrandkids.

Both Jack and Gearl Dean have what might be called “inquiring minds” and this quality has formed the basis for many of the activities they have enjoyed together over a span of seven decades.

Together, they’ve traveled extensively over Europe and America.

“We’ve been to every state except a few in the Great Lakes area,” Gearl Dean said.

Jack is a Renaissance man of sorts and his interests run the gamut from local Native American archaeology, to beekeeping, to being a founding member of the Belmont Historical Society. For her part, Gearl Dean is an ac-

complished quilter and seamstress. Other activities the pair have enjoyed includes visiting shut-ins and volunteering for the Meals on Wheels program.

These days are challenging for everyone, and for retirees like the Pages who spend a lot of time together at home, they are especially “interesting”. Nonetheless, both folks have easy going personality and with such a long number of years together are managing quite well.

“We exercise every day,” said Jack. “I paint and she works on quilts. We keep in touch with people on the phone.”

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Page’s secret to a long, a very long, and successful marriage?

“We took an oath til death do us part,” said Gearl Dean.

“I still admire her as much today as I did in 1951,” said Jack.

Oh, one other thing- “We don’t hold grudges,” they said “We have good forgetters.”

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In 2018, Reid High School alumni held a huge parade to celebrate what would have been the school’s 100th anniversary.

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REID From Page 1 The school was started in 1918 by Professor Charles Jesse Bynum Reid and Mrs. Maude Reid. The school first held classes in a small building on Sacco St. in Belmont.

The school was called the “colored or negro school”.

Later, the school would be named “Reid School” in honor of Professor Reid who was the first principal. The school would grow and offer high school classes and take on the name of “Reid High School”.

Students that attended Reid School came from as far away as South Gastonia.

Some walked as far as five miles to attend classes. Others rode in an old vehicle that had been converted into a makeshift bus.

Reid School grew and by the 1940s was expanded to include high school grades.

The school sports nickname and mascot was the Rams, and students excelled on and

off the athletic field. Graduates included artist Juan Logan, political activist Ron Leeper, Belmont civic leader Elsie Grier, and many more.

When schools were integrated in 1966, Reid High was closed and its students sent to Belmont High School.

Reid alumni held a series of events in 2018 that culminated in a grand celebration in September. The evolutionary journey of Reid High School (1918-2018 / “100 Years”) was directed by the Reid High School Alumni Association under the presidency of Mrs. JoAnn Bowens Holmes, a 1956 graduate of Reid High School.

“Reid High (encompassed in Reid School / Grades K-12) was closed in 1966 and totally demolished by 1968,” said Holmes. “So we as alumni have no physical building that we can go to. This place where we

were given an excellent education is physically gone, but we carry it in our hearts and memory always.”

Previously, in 2016, the City of Belmont proclaimed the “Year of Remembrance of Reid High School”. That same year saw a large number of Reid High alumni and supporters converge in early September for what was dubbed the 50th Anniversary Grand Reunion. The reunion marked 50 years since Reid High was demolished, but the tone of the event was one of celebration and pride by those who went there during its heyday. Heading up the excitement was a big parade honoring the school. The parade formed up at Davis Park and wound its way to Reid Park where a pep rally and picnic lunch was held.

The Belmont Historical Society also featured a display of memorabilia by the Reid High Class of 1960.

View of Reid High School, Belmont, NC. Photos courtesy Millican Pictorial History Museum

1960-1961 Bus drivers at Reid High School, Belmont, NC.

2018, Reid High School alumni parade.

1963 Reid High School 5th grade class.

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

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

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

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

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

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118 School Street 704-827-7071

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

Containers/Trailers Sales & Storage Rental

122 Tomberlin Rd. 704-827-4225

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

6700 Wilkinson Blvd 704-825-1709

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

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

105 Pine Rd. 704-827-3856

501 Cramer Mountain Rd. 704-824-4286

Riverside Baptist Church

West Cramerton United Methodist Church

1117 Old NC Hwy 27 704-827-8826

St. Anthony of Padua Traditional Catholic Church 108 Horseshoe Bend Beach Rd. 704-827-8676

207 Lowell Ave. 704-824-4213

DALLAS Gateway Cowboy Church The Barn at Sandcastle Farm 155 Sandcastle Rd.

St. Paul FHB Church 1529 Old Hwy 27 Rd. 704-827-5851

STANLEY

Tuckaseege Baptist Church

7280 Sifford Rd. 704-827-6277

511 Tuckaseege Rd. 704-827-4301

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

Amazing Grace Baptist Church

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

Wesley Chapel Holiness Church

Community Pentecostal Center

324 N. Lee St. 704-827-1993

320 Ralph Handsel Blvd.

704-263-8731

Westview Presbyterian Church

First United Methodist Church

Community Christian Fellowship

1020 W. Catawba Ave. 704-827-2026

217 N. Main St. 704-263-2691

2560 Stanley Lucia Rd. 704-827-5881

LOWELL

230 W. Charlotte Ave. 704-827-0968

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

Core Church 707 Westland Farm Rd. 704-822-8033

Cornerstone Family Worship 709 Rankin Ave. 704-671-8640

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

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

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 133 S. Main St. 704-827-0521

First United Methodist Church

Bethlehem Church 3100 Bethlehem Church St. 704-823-5050

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

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

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

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

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

Mt. Pleasant United Methodist Church

804 W. First Street 704-824-3383

2717 Dallas/Stanley Hwy. 704-263-4406

Lowell Free Will Baptist Church

Springfield Memorial Baptist Church

3010 Lowell Rd. 704-824-9389

2920 Dallas-Stanley Highway 704-263-4426

Lowell Smyre United Methodist Church

Stanley Church of God

201 N. Main St. 704-824-8814

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

First Baptist Church of Lowell

324 N. Main St. 704-263-4041

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

Trinity Full Gospel Church

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

303 Sunset Dr. 704-263-9765

Goshen Free Will Baptist Church

First Baptist Church

United In Action of Stanley

1300 W. Catawba Ave. 704-827-3076

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

Grace Baptist Church

5481 Hickory Grove Rd. 704-524-0555

New Life Church

300 Westland Farm Rd. 704-827-8600

128 Robbins St. 704-824-1356

Welcome Baptist Church

Hickory Grove Baptist Church

Presbyterian Church of Lowell

3717 Hickory Grove Rd. 704-827-3939

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

Kingdom Hall Jehovah’s Witnesses

Restoration Church

1736 Kelly Rd. 704-263-0199

1800 Spencer Mountain Rd. 704-824-5250

Lighthouse Full Gospel Church

Woodlawn Baptist Church

530 N. Hawthorne St. 704-827-1442

1101 N. Main St. 704-824-4261

140 N. Main St. 704-827-4855

Living Witness Ministries

Goshen Presbyterian Church

513 Woodlawn Ave. 704-827-5185

Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd

143 Church St. 704-824-5380

Roper Street 704-601-5146

110 S. Main St. 704-827-4751

McAdenville Baptist Church

MT. HOLLY

Grace Korean Ch Assembly-God

Bethel Baptist Church

Macedonia Baptist Church

124 Georgia Belle Ave 704-965-1004

NC Highway 273 704-827-9846

1951 Stanley Lucia Rd. 704-827-9224

Will of God Church

Life Church

Second Baptist Church

McADENVILLE

5339 S. New Hope Rd 704-825-8252

235 8th Ave. 704-824-1991

171 S. Main St. 704-824-7785

541 Costner St. 704-827-0004

Gaston Christian Church

First Baptist Church

1120 Charlotte Ave. 704-530-5174

Shiloh AME Zion Methodist

Mount Pleasant Missionary Baptist New Hope Presbyterian Church

Ridgeview Baptist Church

740 Rankin Ave. 704-827-5181

455 Sacco St. 704-825-6007

154 N. Main St. 704-824-3831 East Wilkinson Blvd.

704-824-5319

River of Life Full Gospel Church

Henry’s Chapel Ame Zion Church

Cramer Memorial United Methodist Church

Cramerton Temple of God Church

826 W. Charlotte Ave. 704-827-2999

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416 Woodlawn Ave. 704-824-1745

Restoration & Deliverance Revival Tabernacle of Mt. Holly

6014 S. New Hope Rd 704-825-7959

Cramerton Free Will Baptist

redemptionmountholly.org 804 W. Charlotte Ave. 704-820-0954

Grace Wesleyan Church

CRAMERTON

14514 Lucian Riverbend Hwy. 704-827-4468

Lakeview Baptist Church

192 Main St. 704-824-2740

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

811 Mauney Rd.

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Gaston County resident paved the Birds in Winter... way for African American men and By Rob Hawk Winter is a time for repose and reflection, and many garwomen seeking higher education deners take to bird feeding to NC Cooperative Extension

Gaston County resident Gwendolyn Harrison Smith paved the way for African American men and women seeking higher education.

Smith spent most of her life in Bessemer City, and was the first African-American woman to attend UNC Chapel Hill in 1951. At that time she was Professor of Spanish at Johnson C. Smith University, and had already earned a B.A. in History from Spelman University, and a M.A. in Spanish from the Univer-

sity of Califorto be removed from nia. her course of study.

At the young Smith was deage of 25, Smith termined to conarrived at UNC tinue her doctorate Chapel Hill to and with the help of pursue her Docthe NAACP, filed torate in Spana federal lawsuit ish. However, against the Univerthe University sity on July 5th, was unaware Gwendolyn Harrison 1951. In an emerthat she was a Smith gency meeting by black woman until her arrival, UNC’s Board of and swiftly attempted to ar- Trustees, the board voted to range for Gwendolyn Smith allow Smith to continue her doctoral study and the lawsuit was dropped. Gwendolyn Harrison Smith began classes in the summer of 1952. She was a member of McCaskill Brice Church in Gastonia.

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fill their need for color, texture, and interaction with their landscape. Feeding birds can really turn into a good wholesome hobby for the entire family.

There are three main choices in food: large seeds, small seeds, and suet. Large seeds include black-oil sunflower, striped sunflower, safflower, peanuts, shelled corn, ear corn, and cardinal mixes that contain sunflower, safflower, and peanuts.

Birds that love sunflower seeds include Northern Cardinals, Blue Jays, BlackCapped and Carolina and Black-Capped Chickadees, House and Purple Finches, American Goldfinches, Evening and Pine Grosbeaks, Gray and Steller’s Jays,

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Northern Cardinal Nuthatches, Crossbills, and Tufted Titmouse.

Peanuts provide a nutritious diet for birds, including Black-Capped Chickadees, Nuthatches, Woodpeckers, and Blue Jays. Even Northern Cardinals will come to a peanut feeder. However, these feeds also attract mammals including squirrels and raccoons.

Safflower seeds are not as attractive to these eating machines. Cracked corn and milo are attractive to house sparrows and starlings, which will discourage other birds from visiting your feeders, and are not recommended.

Small seeds include millet and Niger thistle. Millet sprinkled on the ground or in tray feeders will attract darkeyed juncos, mourning doves, and American tree, fox, Harris’, white-throated, whitecrowned and golden-crowned sparrows. Niger thistle will bring American and lesser goldfinches, common and hoary redpolls, house and purple finches, and pine siskins.

Many wintering birds also benefit from suet, suet mixes, and peanut butter, including pileated, red bellied, red headed, downy and hairy woodpeckers, chickadees, titmice, and nuthatches.

Water is critical to overwintering birds. Including a heated birdbath in your feeder set up will be an open invitation to a variety of birds. Don’t worry about birds freezing if they bathe on a cold winter day. This

water is primarily for drinking. Include a variety of feeders; open or covered platform feeders, suet feeders, and cylindrical feeders will be attractive to a broad variety of birds. Place feeders close to protective cover and convenient for viewing from a window. The best feeder sites are downwind from the shelter provided by conifers, ornamental grass plantings, brushy shrub, or buildings.

To avoid giving raptors or cats an advantage in catching birds, feeders should be at least 10 feet from the nearest cover where such predators could hide, like trees and deck railing. Use several feeder clusters of three or four feeders per cluster and a ground feeding site. Each cluster should include a variety of feeder types that offer larger seeds, smaller seeds, and suet.

Remember winter is a difficult time for birds. Days are often windy and cold; nights are long and even colder. The lush, berry-laden vegetation of summer and fall has withered or been consumed, and most insects have died or become dormant. Finding food can be especially challenging for birds during days with extreme cold temperatures. Setting up a backyard bird feeder makes their lives easier and ours more enjoyable. Just remember to clean feeders regularly to avoid spread of diseases between birds.

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Congratulations to GEMS Master Paramedic Luther Clark for his 30 years to service to Gaston County residents and visitors. He was also presented with a letter from the County Manager and a service pin.

Congratulations to Paramedic Dwayne Shipton for five years of service with Gaston County EMS. Shipton was also presented with a letter from the County Manager and a service pin.

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Mt. Island Charter School swimmers excel at recent meet The Mt. Island Charter School girls’ swim team won the 400m relay at the recent Regional Championship meet in Greensboro. It was the first ever 1st Place for MICS swim.

Pictured L – R- Emily Heil, Cailyn Oliverio, Sydney Strauss, Kiera Wiley. The team will compete for the State Championship on Friday 2/12 in Cary, NC. Other Regional Championship results for MICS swimmers were: 5th Place - Women’s 200 Yard Medley Relay- (Makenna Butlak, Cailyn Oliverio, Emily Heil, Brooke Harris) 11th Place- Men’s 200 Yard Medley Relay- (Connor Logue, Jack Johnston, Ethan Jung, Austin Ashburn) 6th Place- Women’s 200 Yard Free- Sydney Strauss 4th Place- Men’s 200 Yard Free- Jack Lazaroksi 9th Place- Men’s 200 Yard Free- Mason Greene 2nd Place- Men’s 200 Yard IM- Nolan Berry 2nd Place - Women’s 50 Yard Free- Keara Wiley 5th Place- Women’s 50 Yard Free- Emily Heil 5th Place- Women’s 100 Yard Fly- Sydney Strauss 2nd Place- Men’s 100 Yard Fly- Jack Lazaroski 4th Place- Women’s 100 Yard Free- Keara Wiley 4th Place- Men’s 500 Yard Free- Nolan Berry 3rd Place- Women’s 200 Yard Free Relay(Cailyn Oliverio, Emily Heil, Sydney Strauss, Keara Wiley ) 3rd Place- Men’s 200 Yard Free Relay(Mason Greene, Ethan Jung, Nolan Berry,Jack Lazaroski)

Photo by Michael Strauss Studios 7th Place- Men’s 100 Yard Breast- Mason Greene 1st Place- Women’s 400 Yard Free Relay(Keara Wiley, Emily Heil, Sydney Strauss, Cailyn Oliverio) 5th Place- Men’s 400 Yard Free Relay(Ethan Jung,Nolan Berry,Mason Greene,Jack Lazaroksi) People who are advancing to States: Sydney Strauss (100 Yard Fly, 200 Free Relay, 400 Free Relay) Keara Wiley ( 50 Yard Free, 100 Yard Free, 200 Free Relay, 400 Free Relay) Emily Heil (200 Free Relay, 400 Free Relay) Cailyn Oliverio (200 Free Relay, 400 Free Relay) Jack Lazaroski (200 Free, 100 Fly, 200 Free Relay, 400 Free Relay) Nolan Berry (200 IM, 500 Free, 200 Free Relay, 400 Free Relay) Mason Greene (200 Free Relay, 400 Free Relay) Ethan Jung (200 Free Relay, 400 Free Relay) Alternates: Makenna Butlak, Brooke Harris, Connor Logue and Austin Ashburn.

Gov. Cooper, state education leaders say it’s time for in-person instruction in K-12 schools Top state education leaders joined Governor Roy Cooper last week to call on K-12 school districts across the state to allow in-person instruction for all students.

The Governor joined North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) Secretary Mandy Cohen, State Superintendent of Public Instruction Catherine Truitt and State Board of Education Chair Eric Davis to thank educators for their extraordinary work during an unprecedented time, to highlight ongoing research that shows that with proper mitigation measures, in-person learning is safe, and to emphasize the critical importance of ensuring all students have an opportunity to learn in a classroom.

“Protecting the health and safety of the people of this state, especially our children and our teachers, has been our goal,” said Governor Cooper. “We know school is important for reasons beyond academic instruction. School is where students learn social skills, get reliable meals, and find their voices. Research done right here in North Carolina tells us that in-person learning is working and that students can be in classrooms safely with the right safety protocols in place.”

Since the beginning of the

pandemic, state leaders have emphasized the importance of returning students to in-person learning as quickly and safely as possible. Children who rely solely on remote instruction are feeling the negative effects of isolation, including learning loss, mental health challenges and food insecurity. The state’s public health toolkit details specific health and safety protocols K-12 schools must implement to keep students and teachers safe during in-person instruction.

“Even with the thousands of students and teachers attending school in-person across the state, we have seen few COVID-19 clusters in our public schools,” said NCDHHS Secretary Mandy K. Cohen, M.D. “Our Department will continue to serve our school communities, offering resources and support so we can keep our school doors open.”

Increasing evidence suggests that, with prevention measures in place, there are low rates of COVID-19 transmission in primary and secondary school settings even with high rates of community transmission. In addition, ongoing medical studies and peer-reviewed data affirm that children infected with COVID-19 generally have mild or no symptoms, and

are less likely to spread the disease.

“Learning loss resulting from COVID has the potential to be a generational hurdle, but the data we have seen shows us that schools can reopen safely if they adhere to COVID prevention policies,” said Superintendent of Public Instruction Catherine Truitt.

“For many schools, the logistics of returning to in-person instruction five days per week will be a challenge, but this is absolutely a challenge we must face head on so that all students have a chance to fulfill their potential. With strong prevention measures in place, and the scientific research to back them, now is the time to act. North Carolina’s students cannot lose any more time.”

“We know that to equitably and fully address the needs of the whole child in every student, it is imperative that schools reopen for inperson instruction,” said State Board Chairman Eric Davis.

“Since August, public school leaders have proven the merits of the safety protocols that have kept our schools safe for students and staff.”

Governor Cooper, Superintendent Truitt, Chair Davis and Secretary Cohen sent a letter to local school board members and superintendents encouraging in-person instruction across the state.

Throughout February, the Gaston County Public Library will create Virtual Book Displays through Goodreads to celebrate Black History Month. The first installment celebrates black actors, directors, producers, and comedians. https://www.goodreads.com/.../21860217-black-history.

Schiele Museum Winter Wonderland The Schiele Museum, 1500 E. Garrison Blvd., has opened its newest, original exhibit Winter Wonderland.

Winter Wonderland will be an adventure geared towards the youngest visitors to the museum as participants are urged to take off their shoes and sock “skate.” It was opened to the public on Saturday, Jan. 16th for just $3 per person and will be free for Schiele Members. Tickets can be reserved online in advance at SchieleMusem.org. The exhibit is currently scheduled to be open through March 2021.

Winter Wonderland is fashioned to look like an outdoor pond that has iced over.

The winter scene is complete with taxidermy mounts of deer bounding through the forest and other wildlife peeking at the skaters. Children up to age 12 will be able to kick off their shoes and skate off some energy, practice some ice skating techniques, or just enjoy twirls and sliding across the floor.

As the coronavirus continues to be a concern for our community, The Schiele staff

wanted to provide a lowcontact experience for our youngest visitors to enjoy.

An anonymous sponsor provided support to help make this exhibit possible. The Winter Wonderland experience will give children a way to exercise while having fun as families enjoy spending time together.

The museum has also opened its weekly Friday Night Light programs scheduled through February. These special planetarium programs will be offered each Friday evening at 5 PM, 6

PM, & 7 PM and will give families, couples, and adults an opportunity to experience a planetarium program after hours. New programs will be available each week, from live star shows to science theater programs from across the national planetarium industry. Limited seating provides ample room for visitors to spread out and pick their favorite seats to enjoy the show.

For more information, please visit schielemuseum. org or follow The Schiele Museum on social media.

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Storm pushes past Red Raiders The Stuart Cramer Storm and South Point Red Raider soccer teams met last week.

When the final whistle had sounded, Stuart Cramer came out on top by a score of 3-0.

Here are some scenes from the game.

Photos by Bill Bostick Tarheel Sports Photography

Gaston County Schools accepting applications for school choice/magnet school programs It’s school choice time in Gaston County Schools! For the upcoming 2021-2022 academic year, 21 dynamic programs are being offered for students that focus on careers, college prep, health sciences, leadership, public service, STEAM, technology, engineering, and other areas.

Below is a list of the 21 school choice/ magnet school programs in Gaston County Schools: Elementary Schools Gifted and Talented Academy @ Pleasant Ridge Elementary School Hawks Nest STEAM Academy Leadership Academy @ Costner Elementary School Middle Schools Career Academy @ Southwest Middle School Career Academy @ York Chester Middle School Gifted and Talented Academy @ Cramerton Middle School Leadership Academy @ W.C. Friday Middle School Public Service Academy @ John Chavis Middle School STEAM Academy @ Stanley Middle School Technology and Industrial Engineering Academy @ Bessemer City Middle School High Schools

Career Academy @ Hunter Huss High School Collegiate Prep Academy @ Forestview High School Gaston Early College High School Gaston Early College of Medical Sciences (a new program for 2021-2022) Health Sciences Academy @ East Gaston High School Highland School of Technology iAccelerate Academy @ Ashbrook High School Leadership Academy @ North Gaston High School Public Service Academy @ Cherryville High School Technology and Industrial Engineering Academy @ Bessemer City High School Online Learning (all grade levels) Gaston County Virtual Academy Parents may apply online now at www. gaston.k12.nc.us/schoolchoice. The deadline to submit an application is Sunday, February 28. The lottery process will be held on April 1.

Typically, acceptance into a school choice program is at the kindergarten, sixth grade, and ninth grade levels; however, a few programs have limited space available at other grade levels. Students for the Gaston County Virtual Academy are accepted for all grade levels, K-12.

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It’s time to start thinking about the Commissioners’ School of Excellence

Beverly Knits Incorporated donated 500 masks to the officers and staff at the Gaston County Police Department. Thank you Parker Sytz and Beverly Knits for your support and gracious contribution.

Be Good!

Commissioners’ School is a summer enrichment program open to current ninth grade students (rising tenth graders) in Gaston County.

Now in its 34th year, the leadership development program offers students an opportunity to learn more about the Gaston community.

Interested students should see their high school guidance counselor for an application. Applications are due

by February 12.

Each year, approximately 60 students are chosen for the program based on academic performance, extracurricular activities (school and community), leadership potential,

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Over the years as a father, one of the things I always say most to my children is, be good! Whether they were playing together, headed to a friend’s house, or going to church, I would always remind Rev. Trent Tankin them to be good. Now, I must say, I am blessed because my children are good kids. I want them to be good people in love with God, and all people they meet. We are now in the month of February, the month we celebrate love. Along with loving God with our everything, Jesus commands us, “You shall love your neighbor as yourself” (Matthew 22:39, ESV). As followers of Jesus, we should always strive to be good, righteous people before everyone we meet, loving our neighbors.

Paul writes in Romans 12:17, “If possible, so far as it depends on you, live peaceably with all” (ESV). This statement by Paul probably seemed radical to his readers in a time when the Roman Empire was ravaging neighboring lands, people were not valued or respected, and followers of Jesus faced intense persecution. In a time of brutality and evil, Paul reminded people to be good people of peace.

Today, we face a world that is also difficult. We live in an age of selfishness, pride, and betrayal. It can be very difficult to be a good person, living for Jesus in a time where most people are far from God, and even offended by you and your beliefs. Yet, this is the time for us to be peaceable and good. People need the light of Jesus that we represent in a very dark world. We cannot control others or their actions, but as much as it is up to us, we are to be good people of peace.

Paul concluded Romans 12 with another powerful statement to his readers, “Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good” (Romans 12:21, ESV). It can indeed be very easy to fall into the ways of our world. It is much easier to go along with the crowd, and attempt to fit in. However, our world is evil, and far from God. Our world, our neighbors, our communities need us. We can demonstrate God’s love to everyone we meet. We can be good, decent people, in a fallen world. Overcome evil with good. Overcome darkness with the light of the world, Jesus. Be good!

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the Commissioners’ School program has not been determined at this time; the format will be announced this spring.

The goal is to offer participants the best experience possible while adhering to state and local health guidelines.

The school is named in memory of James S. Forrester, a former state senator and Gaston County commissioner, funded by the county commission, and coordinated

by Gaston County Schools.

For more information about the program, contact Lori Collins, lwcollins@ gaston.k12.nc.us, or Bridget Matzke, bsmatzke@gaston. k12.nc.us.

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Lady Red Raiders top Lady Storm in hoops action The South Point Lady Red Raiders basketball team went up against the Stuart Cramer Lady Storm last week. Both teams went all out and when the final buzzer blared South Point had won 45-29. Here are some exciting scenes from the game.

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CLASSIFIED ADS

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

EMPLOYMENT CLEANING LADY NEEDED for small home in Kings Mountain. $15/hr. cash. Prefer someone near Kings Mountain area. No text messages. Call anytime. 704-974-1072.

COINS * COINS * COINS. We Buy & Sell Coins. “Coin Collector Supplies.” JAKE’S KNIVES & COLLECTIBLES. 1008 South Lafayette Street, Shelby. (980) 295-5568 TOP DOG AUTO SALES. Bring your Stimulus check for down payment. Buy here, pay here! 351 Oakland Road, Spindale. 828-287-8668.

VAN DRIVER NEEDED Van driver needed for community program in Rutherford County – morning & afternoon, M-F, 3-4 hrs/day. Must be at least 21 yo with a good driving record. Background investigation required. Call 828-2755-8923 to request an application. (828) 755-8923 deedra.hudson@pathways. com

UNIQUE ANTIQUE STATION: Farm House Decor, Antiques, Collectibles, Vintage Toys, Jewelry and MORE. Tuesday-Saturday, 11am-4pm. 985 US 74 Business Hwy., Ellenboro. Find us on FB. 828-3820075.

EMPLOYMENT CARPENTER / CARPENTER HELPER WANTED. Shelby area. Must have dependable transportation. (704) 472-0745 FULL AND PART TIME DRIVERS. LOCAL CDL CLASS A DRIVER NEEDED. HOME NIGHTLY, OFF WEEKENDS. Clean MVR, 3 year experience.

Send resume to: dispatch. h ar d i nt r u c k i n g @g m a i l.c o m or apply in person at Hardin’s Rental; 365 Oak Street Extension, Forest City. 828-286-7871 ext 4.

EXPERIENCED CARPENTER WANTED CLEVELAND COUNTY. Immediate opening for carpenter. Must have transportation. Competitive pay based upon experience. Paid vacation and holidays. (704) 477-8414 waputnam@hotmail. com ONE ON ONE CARE IS CURRENTLY HIRING for 2nd shift in group home, 1st shift in the Day Program. Apply in person at 203 Lee St., Shelby, NC 28150.

NOW HIRING LANDSCAPERS FOR FULL TIME YEAR ROUND EMPLOYMENT. Must have valid driver’s license and transportation. (704) 473-0341 NOW HIRING. Experienced roofers needed. (704) 477-0516 COMPLETE CARE INC. Is seeking CNAs / In Home Aides for Cleveland and Gaston Counties. Apply M-F, 8am-4pm at 404 W. Warren St, Shelby, NC 28150 or call (704) 4809340 ALIVE APPAREL SCREEN PRINTING. Hiring for Production Worker, needed. Apply in person M-F 10am-3pm. 331 Jim Cline Road, Fallston, NC. 28042

BUSINESS SERVICES

TRIPLE D PAINTING AND WOODWORK. All your painting needs, free estimates, over 25 yrs experience! Framing, facial boards and much more wood work available!

Making your home, building or business look new again.

(704) 418-5736 childresstracy1@gmail.com

WNC CHIMNEY SWEEP, Western Carolina. Cleaning, Repair, Caps, Pest removal, 25+ years experience. Ellenboro +75miles. Call Neal, 828223-7730.

A CLEANING COMPANY WITH NO HIDDEN FEES!!!

Mattress Cleaning (Clean, Deodorize, Protect & Disinfect).

King $109, Queen $89, Twin $69. 2nd side of mattress 1/2 off. 704-980-3047.

HANDYMAN SERVICES. Get your yards Ready for Spring!

Beat the rush. Offering: yard work, mulching, trees and bushes trimmed. Clean flower beds, pressure washing, minor repairs.

Decks stained & restored. Any Handyman Services. No Job too Big or Small! References available, over 25 years experience.

Call us first, 704-692-4449.

WANTED: IN SEARCH OF someone that repairs electric fence chargers. Call 828-2488060.

THE HAIRIS STUDIO by Brook Maness. OPEN in the old Randall’s Barber Shop. 114 Frank Randall Drive, Mooresboro. brooklynleeann8@gmail. com, 828-429-4836.

BUSINESS SERVICES

INDUSTRIAL SEWER POSITION. Located in Shelby, NC Full/Part Time position(s).

Experienced industrial sewer(s). Knowledge of how to measure, cut pillow covers is also helpful. Job requirements: 3-5 years of industrial sewing experience; knowledgeable about industrial sewing machines helpful; drug test & background check WILL be required; Email resume to contact@ HacknerHome.com (980) 552-9573 contact@hacknerhome.com

BUSINESS SERVICES PAINTING SERVICES. Over 25 years experience, affordable prices. Professional results.

References available. Free estimates. Charles, or leave message. (704) 435-8062 TAX SERVICES FOR INDIVIDUALS/SMALL BUSINESS. We are a local (Boiling Springs, NC) family based business specializing in tax preparation, bookkeeping and accounting services with over 25 years of experience.

For the first 50 customers we are offering Tax Preparation and Filing at a 20% reduction over what you paid last year.

Another Way Home Accounting and Taxes, LLC. 910-777-7194 www.linkedin.com/in/trudie - under wood - a3 4 5 013a awhtaxes@gmail.com (910) 777-7194 awhtaxes@ gmail.com HONEST RELIABLE CLEANING. References if you needed. Rutherford and Cleveland County, Lake Lure area. Reasonable prices. Call 828-7485149.

CLEVELAND COUNTY GARAGE DOORS. Winter Tuneup Special, $59.95. We will check all your equipment lube, make sure it’s working correctly. We repair broken doors. Also offering new installations. 704477-9119 or 704-472-9367.

MOBILE HOBBIES HOBBY SHOP. We are an RC hobby shop located in Shelby NC on 3824 Robert Riding Rd. Opened in 2013. Hours of operation Mon,Tues,Thurs-Sat 11am-7pm and Wednesdays 11am-3pm, Sunday-closed.

We sell High End Radio control cars/trucks/parts(Traxxas,arrma,Team associated etc..) Race season MarchDec oval and off-road. Come out and see us!! (980) 2201038 sherylblanton35@yahoo.com BLANTON’S LANDSCAPING AND TREE TRIMMING. SERVICES OFFERED ARE TREE TRIMMING/ REMOVAL, GRASS CUTTING/LANDSCAPING AND SMALL GRADING JOBS. FREE ESTIMATES. (704) 692-4203 KALEBBLANTON96@YAHOO.COM IT’S TIME TO TRIM CREPE MYRTLE TREES. Spreading Mulch or Gravel, minor chainsaw work and storm clean-up.

I can do many of your outside chores with over 15 years experience all over Cleveland County and stretching to the Forest City area. Nice, honest, dependable, clean, drug-free, he’s an all around great guy and handyman, so call Rob today and see what I can help you with. (980) 295-0750

Deadline: Friday at 12:00 Noon

FOR SALE AMMUNITION FOR SALE. .22 MAG $30/50, .357 MAG $75/50, .44 MAG $90/50, .45 LC $90/50. Other Calibers Available. Text, 828-305-2128.

MODEL 94 WINCHESTER 30-30 with gold trigger. 20 years old, new in box. Also 300 rounds of 30-30 Core-Lokt ammunition. All for $1400. (828) 429-6763

RV/CAMPER ROOFS. Install, Water Damage, Wrecks, Insurance Claims, Roof Kits, Parts.

Repairs & Service. Also, Mobile Repair. 24/7. 828-305-8169, 828-453-8113.

DECK NEED A FACE LIFT? I have built or repaired hundreds.

We fix most anything made of wood. Room Enclosures. Rutherford/Cleveland County areas.

Bob, 828-476-6058.

HOUSECLEANING, ELDER ASSISTANT FOR HIRE. Non-medical assistant. Housecleaning, Laundry, Grocery and Errands. Like hiring a daughter.

Openings M/T/W. Experienced 704-466-6085.

CT’S PROPERTY SERVICES. New to area and building new clientele. Painting, decorating, deck repair, plumbing and much more. References available. Give me a call, prompt reply guaranteed. (828) 275-4433 clivet999@gmail.com

A CLEANING COMPANY WITH NO HIDDEN FEES!!! 2 Room Carpet Special, $88.00.

Includes Clean, Deodorize, Protect & Disinfect. 704-9803047.

TRUMP - NC4EVER.COM. Gold Plated Coin, Make America Great Again Hat, Flag, Mounted Coin, Faux Gold Trump Bills, Black and Gold Coin. NC4Ever@email.com USED CAMPER TOPS: BUY/ SALE/TRADE. Various sizes and styles. 828-286-8674.

225 GRASSHOPPER LAWN MOWER for sale with bagger attachment. $3,000.00. 980295-8351.

SHIPMAN’S MASONRY- 48 YEARS EXPERIENCE. Brick, Block & Stone, Outside Fireplaces, Foundations, Underpinnings. “Free Estimates”. 1st Quality Work! (863) 532-1587

5 RUGER MINI 30 CLIPS. All 5 for one low price. $125.00. Call (828) 429-6763 ANTIQUES & MORE N BEAMS MILL. Furniture, Antiques, collectibles, man cave items, bottles & more. Thurs.Fri., 10am-5pm. Sat., 9am4pm. Closed Sun.-Wed. 4135 Fallston Road, Shelby (Hwy 18 north). Come check out our big first of the year sales. 50% off Christmas items. Lots of lamps on sale too! 704-312-6410.

NC4EVER.COM CHOCOLATE ROSES. NC4Ever.com, Impress someone with Chocolate Roses. Each foil wrapped rose is hollow Belgiam Milk Chocolate. Order online and have delivered or you can deliver.

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DEER CORN, SHELLED, 50LBS, $7. Cob Corn, $8. 828287-3272.

PROPANE GRILL TANKS REFILLED. Only $10.99. Call 828287-3272.

HAVE A STORAGE BUILDING NOT USING, OUTGROWN IT? Sell it, trade in for new bigger one. We take trades, we buy used buildings. Must be factory built, able to move. J. Johnson Sales INC. 828-245-5895.

50+ TRAILERS IN STOCK NOW. More on the way! Areas largest selection, quality, best price. J. Johnson Sales, Inc., Forest City. 828-245-5895.

ENCLOSED TRAILER IN STOCK. Dump trailers in stock and more on the way! J. Johnson Sales, Inc., Forest City.

828-245-5895.

HAVE A TRAILER NOT USING? SELL IT! J. Johnson Sales INC. Buy, Sale, Trade trailers. Must have title. Call 828-245-5895.

WHIRLPOOL WASHER & DRYER FOR SALE. Front loader, $300 for pair. 828-447-8833.

DEER CORN, 60 POUND BAG. $7.00. Callahan Farms.

704-300-5341, Steve 704-4728865, Cletus, 704-300-5341, Todd (704) 692-1627 PURE RAW LOCAL HONEY. $18 per quart, $10 per pint.

Produced in Rutherford County. Call or text Jackson Corbin, 828-980-1823.

120 GALLON RUDD ELECTRIC WATER HEATER. 230V-1PH, never installed, $500. Jacuzzi Sandhandler Deep Submersible Pump, 1.5HP, 230V-1PH, never installed, $350. 828-453-0828.

BUSINESS CARDS FOR SALE. 1,000 Black & White, $35.00 plus tax. Buy Local! Call 828-248-1408.

18X21X6 REGULAR STYLE CARPORT. Free braces on all legs. $1,095. 704-482-3166.

WORLD WAR II GERMAN LUGER 9mm PISTOL with 2 matching clips. $3000. Call (828) 429-6763

S&S LAWNCARE AND HANDYMAN SERVICES. Professional Lawn Care and Landscaping services in Cleveland County.

Business & Residential. Mowing, Trimming, Bush Trimming, Mulching, Real Estate Prep, Free Estimates. (704) 297-6448

HANDYMAN SERVICES. Get your yards Ready for Spring!

Beat the rush. Offering: yard work, mulching, trees and bushes trimmed. Clean flower beds, pressure washing, minor repairs. Decks stained & restored. Any Handyman Services. No Job too Big or Small!

References available, over 25 years experience. Call us first, 704-692-4449.

HIGH QUALITY BANNERS FOR SALE. We offer many sizes and options. Call for more info and price. 704-692-4449.

FOR SALE 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

FOR SALE

CARPORTS, GARAGES, BUILDINGS, RV, BOAT COVERS IN STOCK. Areas largest on site display. Best selection, quality price. J. Johnson Sales, Inc. 2690 Hwy. 221S., Forest City. 828-245-5895.

FLAG POLES, FLAGS IN STOCK. Pickup or we deliver and install available. J. Johnson Sales INC, Forest City. Call 828-245-5895.

16X40 OR TWO STORY BUILDINGS BUILT ON SITE. 1 DAY INSTALL. J. Johnson Sales INC. 828-245-5895.

UTILITY BUILDINGS, STORAGE BUILDINGS. Steel, Wood, Vinyl. Some fully insulated, 1 to 2 day delivery if buy from stock.

Cash or low down payment with monthly payments. No credit ok. J. Johnson Sales INC. 828245-5895.

HORSE QUALITY HAY. Square and round bales, also 3x3x8’ bales. Call (704) 4876855

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

Deadline: Friday at 12:00 Noon

FOR SALE

FOR SALE

FARM & GARDEN

PETS & LIVESTOCK

CARS & TRUCKS

FOR RENT

PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS with Scratch Pads! Press Room Printing. 704-482-2243.

(704) 538-5788

FIREWOOD FOR SALE Hardwood only. Will deliver. Between $40-$60 per 1/2 truckload. 704-538-9184.

RIDING/PUSH MOWERS, GARDEN TILLERS AND GOKARTS. Ready to mow. All in excellent condition. Can deliver, 30+ years experience in repair work. 828-980-0853, 704-4769383.

DOG KENNELS. 7x7, 5x10, 10x10, 10x20, 20x20 tops, split kennels. Pickup or we deliver and install available. J. Johnson Sales INC, Forest City. 828245-5895.

1997 FORD ECONOLINE COMMERCIAL CUTAWAY E-350 WORK TRUCK. High back, 7.3 Diesel, 118k miles, auto, Reading work body with ladder rack, one owner, new tires. Reduced price, $10,000.

828-245-9620, 828-223-1564.

CLEVELAND COUNTY

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

FESCUE SMALL SQUARE HAY BALES. Clean small square bales of Fescue hay for sale. $4/bale, Barn kept, Great shape, Very clean tight bales. (704) 472-5040 doughobson01@yahoo.com

512 BOOKER ST., SHELBY. 2 BR, 1BA. Gas heat. No pets. $525 mo./$300 deposit.

Contact Tommy Wilson, Clay & Associates Real Estate, 704418-1251.

MOTORCYCLES & ATVS

MOBILE HOMES & APARTMENTS. In Kings Mountain.

Price starting at $100 per week.

Call (704) 739-4417

2018 POLARIS SPORTSMAN. Indy Red, 310 miles.

New battery and fuel pump.

Excellent condition. $4,500.

(704) 473-7092 cdamwm@ yahoo.com

MOVE IN SPECIAL. 2 & 3 Bedroom, deposit required. $190 weekly rates. Includes power and water. NO PETS. Visit us online at Oakwood Rentals, Shelby. Call (704) 473-4299

REFRIGERATORS, STOVES, WASHERS, DRYERS. Discount Prices. 1205 Earl Road, Shelby NC. (704) 487-4443 FORD PARTS: 1998-2011 Ford Ranger Motors and Transmissions. Fusion Parts: 2007-2012 and Mustang Parts.

828-287-3820.

ALL METAL GARAGES. Big Discounts! Call for more details. 828-382-0455.

HOYER LIFT. Great Deal!

Been used one time and has 2 batteries, battery pack, backbrace and 2 slings for any size.

(704) 692-0724 millingpwc@ hotmail.com

WANT TO BUY BERETTA M9A3 Call 704769-4091.

DANNY’S AUTOWERKS. Buying used or junk cars. Competitive prices. Call Danny 828-289-3081 or Jimmy 828289-1175.

LIFT CHAIR. I am wanting to buy a Lift Chair for elderly. Call 704-472-2263.

I BUY HOUSES ANY CONDITION. Paying CASH for houses that need repairs. Quick Close Fair Offers! 704-773-0763.

WANT TO BUY. ATV’s, PopUp Campers and Small Travel Trailers. Call 828-429-3935.

COUNTY LINE TIMBER BUYING STANDING HARDWOOD AND PINE TIMBER. SPECIALIZE IN PINE THINNING, 30 ACRES OR MORE. Competitive Pricing. Over 30 years experience. Member of NCFA. 828-248-3659, 828-289-0742.

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Call or text pic and price.

Please leave message and phone number. (704) 472-5962 FOOD GRADE WATER TOTES. Burning Barrels, Solid Top Barrels, Plastic Barrels Lids & Rings, 15 Gallon Jugs.

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AMERICANA RHODE ISLAND MIX ROOSTERS, 90 days old, $10 each. Heritage French Black Copper Marans, $15 each. All great for breeding.

828-288-4929.

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

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

HORSE BOARDING, TRAINING, LESSONS, SALES. Carousel Farms has 2 open stalls! This is a rarity so act fast. Want your horse to be housed in a climate controlled barn? 12 x 12 matted stalls, restroom, tack room, lounge. COVERED arena, round pen, trailer parking, turn outs, a short trail system around the property. Feed 3 times a day.

Stalls cleaned daily. $600 per mo. Multi-horse discount available. (480) 225-3257 teeka.leone@gmail.com DAMAGED BEE EQUIPMENT SALE. One day only! Sat. Feb. 6, 10am-1pm. Forest City Farmers Market. For more info call 828-980-1823.

FREE COMPOST. Free horse manure. Great for gardens.

(828) 447-0652 fredajessen@ gmail.com

PETS & LIVESTOCK FEMALE DONKEY. 7 months old. $300. 704-692-8752 (704) 692-7362

WE BUY UNWANTED JUNK CARS. We will come to you.

We pay cash on the spot. No titles needed. ID required. (803) 374-7545

VACATIONS OCEAN LAKE BEACH HOUSE. 5 bedroom, 3 baths, close to ocean, all amenities.

Open summer 2021. 704-7184731.

OCEAN LAKES MYRTLE BEACH. Cottage N34. 2 bedroom, 2 bath, den, kitchen, dining, covered deck, near country store. Call Dorcas, 803-7182659, (803) 635-9831 AKC ENGLISH BULLDOG PUPPIES. I have triple carriers Violet, blue, white, triple carrier blk. Ready Valentines. Serious inquiries only. $1000 deposit required. (704) 418-6353 pennycandycampers@yahoo.com FREE TO A GOOD HOME. One and half year old male Boxer, Lab and Pit mix. He needs room to run. Has been fixed and will be up to date on all shots.

(704) 477-0839 jcgreene43@ yahoo.com HAIR SHEEP TO GIVE AWAY. Free 4 hair sheep. Dorper/ Katahdin cross. 2 rams and 2 ewes. You must pick up! Boiling Springs, NC area. (704) 4345110 scat762@bellsouth.net

CAMPERS

WANT TO BUY CARS, TRUCKS. Trailers, Tractors, Farm Equipment. Must have ID and proof of ownership. Callahan’s Towing. (704) 692-1006

GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES FOR SALE. CKC registered.

Born 12/2/2020.

Males and female available.

Deworming and shots by vet. Asking $400. Call or text (828) 289-1795

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

CARS & TRUCKS

FARM & GARDEN

NEW SOUTHERN 5 FT. BUSH HOG. $1,065. 828-287-3272.

HORSE QUALITY HAY FOR SALE. 4x5 Round Bales in barn, $45 each. Fescue and Orchard grass. Rutherford County. 828-429-3100.

RUTHERFORD COUNTY ONE LARGE UNRESTRICTED LOT. Fronting Carpenter Road in Gilkey. Mobiles ok. $20,000. Level with view. 828289-2407

TWO RESTRICTED MOUNTAIN VIEW LOTS in gated community, near Lake Lure.

Owner financing available, 0% financing for a limited time.

Also, 78 Acre Riverfront Horse Farm, 5 miles from TIEC. 864909-1035, www.rowelland.com

HICKORY CREEK APARTMENTS FOR SENIORS. (62 and older), disabled (50 and older). Shelby. Now taking applications for waiting list. 418 East Warren Street, Shelby, NC 28150 (704) 4876354 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. Small private park between Spindale and Forest City.

Starting at $500 per month.

828-382-0475.

OFFICE FOR LEASE IN RUTHERFORDTON. +/- 500 sqft. Newly renovated. Ideal for Medical Lab, Audiologist, Podiatrist, Lawyer, Engineer, Accountant. 828-748-7440.

2017 KIA RIO 37,200 miles, $8200. (704) 240-0342

WANTED: OLD AND NEW AMMO. Reloading supplies.

828-245-6756.

DOG LOT I have 6x7 fence lot and dog house for sale. $150.00 (704) 300-1818 kim_ hopper@bellsouth.net

CLEVELAND COUNTY I WOULD LIKE TO PURCHASE UNWANTED RENTAL PROPERTY AND/OR STARTER HOMES. MUST BE PRICED TO SELL! “QUICK CLOSINGS”! Call 704-4720006.

THREE LAKE VIEW LOTS. In Lake View Estates Subdivision, Lake Lure, NC. Ridgeview Circle. $49,900. 828-625-8455.

1978 DODGE B300 SPORTSMAN MOTOR HOME. Sleeps 6, kept under carport, $4,995.

Never be homeless. 828-4530828.

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

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WANTED OLD JOHN DEERE TRACTOR. Non Running.

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OCEAN FRONT CONDO. N. Myrtle Beach. Low Winter rates.

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1-800-978-4988.

1, 2 & 3 BEDROOM TOWNHOMES. Shelby, NC. We are currently accepting applications for our waiting list. Rent is based on income (and some expenses are deducted). Call or visit us today, Laurel Hill Apartments 704-487-1114. Equal Housing Opportunity.

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980-295-8351.

1998 FORD F-150 PARTS TRUCK! 3 door, good motor, transmission. Call for details.

(704) 692-3700

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What would Valentine’s Day be without images of a golden-tressed boy armed with bow and arrows?

The arrows represent feelings of love and desire, and they are aimed and cast at various individuals, causing them to fall deeply in love — or fall out of it.

In Roman mythology, the boy is known as Cupid and is the son of Venus, the goddess of love. Portrayed as a cherubic and mischievous toddler, this magical boy was purported to be the matchmaker of gods and mortals alike.

For students of Greek mythology, Cupid represents Eros, the Greek word for “desire.” He was the son of Aphrodite, Venus’ Hellenistic counterpart, and would play with the hearts of mortals and gods, sometimes leaving mayhem in his wake. In Greek mythology, Eros was more teenager than bubbly baby, and capitalized on his status as a heartthrob rather than the cherubic status of Roman mythology, according to Richard Martin, a Stanford University professor. While Cupid may have been an adorable imp, some historians say Eros had a darker side, going so far as to describe him as calculating and sinister — forcing the wrong people into lovelorn matches.

According to Museum Hack, while Cupid could make people fall in and out of love, he also was once in love himself. In this telling, Cupid is a young man when Venus learns that a mortal girl is born with such great beauty that others start to forget to worship Venus, adoring this girl instead. Upset about the misdirected adoration toward this mortal, Venus asks Cupid to have the girl, Psyche, fall in love with a monster. Cupid agrees, but once he sees Psyche he “accidentally” hits himself with one of his own golden arrows and falls in love with Psyche. The resulting match does not prove easy, and through a series of unfortunate events, Psyche must prove her love to Cupid and accomplish various tasks to win back his heart. Eventually, Psyche does and achieves goddess status.

Cupid has been portrayed both as a young man and child through Renaissance art and beyond. When Valentine’s Day became popular in the 18th and 19th centuries, Cupid was linked to Valentine’s Day celebrations due to his matchmaking abilities.

His popularity only continued in the early 20th century, when Hallmark began to manufacture Valentine’s Day cards featuring Cupid.

Cupid helped push people together in ancient mythology, and he can even be the catalyst for modern day matchmaking as well.

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