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Mt. Holly officially opens new stretch of greenway

By Alan Hodge Alan.bannernews@gmail.com

After a dreary start, the weather cleared and warmed long enough last Tuesday for an enthusiastic crowd of folks to take part in a ceremony officially opening the newest stretch of the Mt. Holly Greenway system. The new 1.59 mile stretch is near Mt. Island dam and runs alongside the Catawba River through lush forest.

Mt. Holly mayor Bryan Hough handled the scissors at the ribbon cutting ceremony. His remarks echoed the excitement that everyone present was feeling.

“Wow, this is great!” Hough said. “It’s the result of a lot of hard work.”

Hough estimated it took 900 man hours to create the wide, graveled trail and construct five pedestrian wooden bridges.

Greenway amenities include benches, trail markers, trash cans, and picnic tables. Signage and mile markers are present throughout the trail and have numbers that can be relayed to Police and Fire Dispatch in case of an emergency.

“The work that city employees did was phenomenal,” he said. “It’s something to be proud of.”

Flora and fauna abound on the

greenway. Towering hardwoods and riverside vegetation on the greenway will make for great birdwatching habitat. The pathway is broad and made for easy walking.

In addition to the City of Mt. Holly, many organizations, including Friends of the Greenway (FROGS) and the Mt. Holly Community Development Foundation, helped make the greenway a dream come true. FROGS chairperson Randi Moore had this to say just before the ribbon was cut.

“This has been a long awaited moment for many of us and for those who served before us,” she said. “The Mt. Holly river greenway was a dream in 2003. We have overcome many obstacles to reach this point. The City and the Foundation did not give up on their dream. Our FROGS have been brought out of hibernation, and we are happy to lead the way on the trail.”

FROGS member Cindy Michael was also pleased that the riverside greenway had come to fruition.

“We have waited many years for this,” she said. “It is the beginning of a lot of good things.”

The Mt. Holly greenway system has a long and interesting past, present, and future.

Mt. Holly mayor Bryan Hough, surrounded by current and former city council members as well as former mayor Robert Black and Parks and Rec. staff, cuts the ribbon to open the new section of the Mt Holly Greenway.

Photo by Alan Hodge Mt. Holly’s planning director, Greg Beal, provided the following material outlining the greenway’s story: In 2007, the City received a Clean Water Trust Fund Grant, totaling $2.6 million, to purchase nearly 200 acres of land along the Catawba River, including 31 acres on Moun-

tain Island Lake.

The majority of the Clean Water Trust Fund Land (conservation land) is located between Dutchman’s Creek to the south and Mountain Island Park to the north. The 31-acres of conservation land on Mountain Island Lake is to the south-south east of the Mountain Island Lake State

Educational Forest.

In September 2007, the City adopted the Catawba River Corridor Master Plan, which is Mount Holly’s greenway master plan, which set the route for future greenways in Mount See GREENWAY page 3

Stanley enjoying new Town Hall Cramerton Town Manager

By Alan Hodge

somewhat weary location on nice, modern, and convenient Main St., Town of Stanley facility on NC27.

Town Hall employees and “We’ve had tons of positive After many years in a customers are now enjoying a remarks from citizens about the new location,” said Stanley town manager Heath Jenkins.

“It is a much more professional environment.”

Town clerk Catherine Greder agreed.

“The new place has a much better atmosphere and dynamic,” she said. “It’s great for the people who live and work here.”

The new facility is located in the former Sun Trust structure. Town of Stanley paid $339k for the 2,800 sq. ft., brick building then spent an additional $60k on upgrades The new Stanley Town Hall was once a Sun Trust Bank.

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names Chief of Police

On Tuesday, March 20th Cramerton’s Interim Police Chief Brad Adams was named the full-time Cramerton Chief of Police. Via interlocal agreement, he is also McAdenville’s Chief of Police.

“Between his time as Interim Police Chief and throughout the hiring process, it was clear that Chief Adams is the dedicated, high-level professional and public servant who will continue the lineage of excellence in the Chief of Police position and lead the department,” said Cramerton Town Manager David Pugh.

Adams was first hired as a reserve police officer in 2001 and then a full time officer in 2002. He was promoted to Sergeant in 2005 and served in that capacity for over three years until being promoted to Captain in 2009. Adams was promoted to Deputy Chief in 2016 and named Interim Chief in December 2017.

A graduate of American Military University with a degree in Criminal Justice, Adams has extensive leadership training having attended and completed the FBI Command College, UNC School of Government’s Effective Supervisory Management Program, and the UNC School of Government’s Leadership Fellows Program. Adams also holds significant certifications

Chief Brad Adams including an Advanced Law Enforcement Certificate, Firearms Instructor, and Subject Control and Arrest

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OPINION

TODAY’S QUOTE:

In the spring, at the end of the day, you should smell like dirt. ~Margaret Atwood

My Billy Graham story

MY OPINION: The million dollar question Have you ever been in bed and swirled the thought around in your head – “what if I won a million dollar lottery?”

Sure you have.

What would you do with a million bucks?

I know what I would do. I would save the Australian spotted chipmunks.

I would save the whales. I would save the Amazonia three-toed polliwog.

I would buy britches for all the natives who stroll along with a string around their waist for clothes and their hind ends shining.

You bet I would do all that. What I would really do with a chunk of the million is what every po boy would do- pay off my credit card and buy a new four wheel drive, extended cab pickup truck!

But that would only make a dent in the cash.

Maybe I would build a duplicate of the log house Sharon and I live in. The twin would be on the edge of a cliff in the mountains with nothing in sight but more mountains to the horizon. No barking, yapping, curs. No redneck

gun shooters. No roaring ATVs. No one nearby operating a heavy equipment repair business in a place zoned residential.

No leaf blowers. No jet planes from CLT screaming over the house from 6am to 11pm every day of the week. Just plain peace and quiet- one of the most elusive and precious commodities to be had these days.

But there would still be plenty of cash left. What to do with it?

You could give a bundle to charity, but which one? There are so many good causes out there but you can’t fund them all.

Money is only one part of the equation. Money won’t save the world.

That job is already filled and I don’t think applications are currently being accepted.

Money is a tricky thing. Having lots and lots of it even trickier. I have at various times had a bundle in the bank and at other times robbed my piggy bank for gas money.

Business folks call it cash flow. It flows like water

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through your fingers.

Having a million bucks fall into your lap would probably be nice, but once the excitement and toy-buying thrill wears off what is left besides the chore of trying to hold on to the balance. Having enough money to get by comfortably and maybe a dab left over for a vacation or even two a year is enough for me and I bet most folks in general.

The most important and best things in life don’t take a million dollars to achieve. Peace, quiet, lack of drama, good health. I’ll take those over a million bucks any day.

But it’s still fun to dream about what you could do with a new found fortune.

Make my new truck candle apple red.

The Indispensable Craft of the Politician

By Lee H. Hamilton For the most part, we Americans value expertise. We want our physicians to possess knowledge and experience. We want our lawyers to know the law inside out.

We want our clergymen, our engineers, our farmers to bring the kind of proficiency and skill to their work that comes only with familiarity and practice.

So here’s a question. Why is it that the more expertise politicians’ gain in their field, the more we deride them?

Politicians may disappoint us, frustrate us, or even anger us.

They certainly make mistakes. But here’s the thing: we cannot solve our problems at any level — local, state or federal — without skilled politicians. They’re indispensable to the system. And the craft of politics requires certain characteristics. Not every politician possesses them, but the good ones — and there are plenty of good politicians — strive for them.

First, they’re attuned to the moods of the people and to shifts in public opinion. They have faith in this country and its future, and they often hold a vision for what its success will look like. They believe it can make progress.

They also know that progress will not come easily. They understand they’ll face setbacks, failure, and hardship, but they persevere

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in the American way of governing because it can make a lot of things possible. They are pragmatic, and prepared to adjust, compromise, and improvise in order to move policy in the direction they’d like to see it go.

They’re comfortable holding authority and responsibility, and because they recognize that they share these burdens with others, they respect their colleagues. They try to be civil with them, since they understand the dynamic nature of politics — that you don’t have permanent enemies or allies and that your foe one day may be a comrade the next.

Finally, good politicians understand that politics consists of a lot more than running for election. In the end, politics is about striving to make the world, or at least this country, better.

I don’t want to suggest that I think all politicians possess these qualities, or that any politician enjoys them all. Yet these characteristics are what mastery of the craft demands, and they come only with time and experience. Any politician who displays them deserves the same respect we’d give any specialist who has acquired the knowledge, skill, and insight demanded by a complicated, demanding, and meaningful profession.

I had the privilege of attending the funeral service for Dr. Billy Graham. His daughter Ruth said that everyone has a Billy Graham story. I have a few. Let me share them with you.

In the early 1970’s, the Jesus movement landed in my town. High school kids were turning off drugs and alcohol and turning onto Jesus.

Every Sunday night was the Christian concert at the local church. One night I went forward to give my heart to Jesus. The man who lead me to faith was using the tract by Billy Graham, “Steps to Peace with God.” Years later I was at a Billy Graham crusade in New Jersey. My wife and daughter came with me. When the altar call was given by Billy Graham, my daughter wanted to go forward.

Thinking she just wanted to be “where the action was” I dismissed it. She kept pressing me that she wanted to go forward. Thinking I could outsmart her, I asked her why everyone was going forward. She explained they were giving their heart to Jesus. We went forward together and I had the privilege of leading her to faith.

A few more years later I would come to Charlotte Rescue Mission. Dr. Graham’s father was one of our founders. His brother Melvin served on our Board of Directors. His sister Jean endorsed my book. His nephew Mel continues to be a good friend to me.

I loved listening to Dr. Graham. I could see him preaching to a stadium of people who eagerly came to hear him speak. He would look across the thousands of people and say these words, “God Loves You.” I borrowed that from Dr. Graham in my sermon entitled, “God Loves You.” I begin the sermon with the story when Amy Grant come to do a benefit concert for Charlotte Rescue Mission. Months before the concert, I excitedly told

our auditor the news.

Without looking up at me, he said, “Oh, she’s divorced.” I was horrified by his comment.

What he said was God loves you only if you live a perfect life. If you get a divorce, or become an addict, or do Tony Marciano something else, then you are damaged goods and He withholds His love.

The sermon continues talking about the difference between conditional love and unconditional love. Conditional love is based on the idea if you are good, then you are loved. Unconditional love says, “You are loved.” It is not based on your performance. I add, it’s based on the cross. This is when I copy Dr. Graham.

I look out onto the congregation and in my mind, divide it into 6 sectors. To each sector, I say, “God Loves You”. After saying it three times, I slow down as my hand goes across the center aisle. My speech slows down a lot. Then I say for the fourth time, “God Loves You.” By now I have everyone’s attention. No one is moving. I repeat, “God Loves You.” Then I give a long pregnant pause, and very slowly say for the last time, “God Loves You.” I can almost see the people squirming in their seats. It’s as if they are saying, “Tell us we messed up; tell us God is angry with us, tell us God is disappointed in us but don’t tell us God Loves Us.” As a Christ follower, I believe God Loves Us. He sent His son to die on the cross to forgive our sins and offer us the opportunity to receive that forgiveness and be in relationship with Him. Let me know if I can bring that sermon to your church.

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GREENWAY from page 1 Holly. Also, in Sept 2007, the City adopted the Green Print Plan, a land conservation manual, which spoke to conservation and protection of land, rivers and waterways in and around Mount Holly. These two documents, drafted by Chuck Flink and his team at Greenways, Inc, now Alta Planning and Design, in coordination with City staff, were paid for by the Mount Holly Community Development Foundation, a local 501(c)(3) at a cost of $80,000.

Coincidentally, during this time in 2007, Gaston County was the first county in North Carolina to go through the study and adoption of a county-

focused, Carolina Thread Trail Master Plan, a planned greenway and trail system, linking 15 counties in NC and SC in the Charlotte region. Gaston County had received a $50,000 grant to complete the Carolina Thread Trail Master Plan led by the Trust for Public Land. Most of Mount Holly’s existing and planned greenways are mentioned specifically as top priorities in the Carolina Thread Trail Master Plan for Gaston County, including the trail at Mountain Island Park.

The conservation land along the Catawba River saw little action in the years following its purchase in 2007. The City had completed a 1.25 mile gravel trail system in the 2003 on the 40-acres deemed Mountain Is-

land Park that the City leases from Duke Energy. The gravel trail extends 0.6 mile from the parking lot at Mountain Island Dam along the Catawba River and loops back around.

In 2015, the City of Mount Holly was experiencing a loss of momentum of sorts on greenways. After all, Phase 1 of the Mount Holly River Front Greenway had received $800,000 in construction funding in 2011 from NCDOT, and four years later, the City had just gone through exhaustive easement negotiations and FERC permitting in order to make that greenway a reality. City staff thought this would be a good time to explore a natural surface trail connecting Mountain Island Park to Buck’s Place (formerly Jack’s

Place) to the south to help regain some community excitement and activism.

During some hot summer days in July 2015, City staff, including reps from Parks and Rec, the Street and Solid Waste Department, and Maintenance began initial clearing of the Mountain Island Trail Extension This essentially gave us a foothold of sorts. However, it was not until 2017, the City staff met with Trail Masters and staff from the Carolina Thread Trail, who were there to guide us every step of the way in refining the route for the trail, making it more walkable and scenic.

City staff, formed a planning and coordination team, with reps from Planning, Parks

Page 3 and Recreation and Administration. However, the expertise of Mount Holly City Staff Shea Joyner, Dean Bowen and Shan Horton in building the trail and necessary bridge crossings per Thread Trail standards was invaluable. Other Parks and Rec, Maintenance and Planning staff took part in making the construction of the trail a reality.

The actual construction cost of the trail was nearly $10,000, which mostly covered wood materials. Duke Energy was benevolent in donating the utility poles; their generosity is greatly appreciated. If the City were to bid out the project, it is estimated that the construction of this one-mile extension would be in excess of $100,000.

Planning and route marking is already taking place on the nearly two-mile route that will extend south to Dutchman’s

Creek, nearly all of it on City property. Kimley Horn, our contracted transportation engineering firm, will be studying the 0.75 mile Dutchman’s Creek Greenway and Bridge Crossing, in which CaroMont Health has been a valuable partner. The Linear Park Trail, completed in 2012 and located in front of the Municipal Complex, will connect the Northern Leg of the Greenway to the Southern Leg of the Greenway, beginning with the aforementioned Phase 1 of the Mount Holly River Front Greenway, a 1.25 mile paved greenway, which is under construction now and which will connect to the existing 0.5 mile greenway in Tuckaseege Park. Studies are being considered to look into connecting neighborhoods to the south of Tuckaseege Park.

This bird’s eye view shows the crowd that turned out for the greenway ribbon cutting.

Photos by Alan Hodge

Bike riders will find the new greenway a great place to enjoy nature. Mt. Holly police will patrol the stretch as well. From left- Tof Bumgardner, Cpl. R. Ellison, Sgt. M. Walls.

Mayor Bryan Hough praises the efforts that went into creating the new greenway section.

Mt. Holly public relations official Mary Smith (left) and Mt. Holly Historical Society member Erin Ball set up a display at the ribbon cutting explaining the greenway area’s heritage.

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a bank means the new office has a drive up where folks can do business such as paying water bills. There’s also a deposit slot.

“The drive up is a big hit with senior citizens and mothers who have children in the car,” Jenkins said.

Another plus for the new

building is ample and safe parking.

“People had to try and park with all the traffic going by continued from page 1 the old location,” said Jenkins.

“Now, it’s easy in and out.” and freshening up. The old According to Jenkins, purTown Hall was a rented space. chase of the new Town Hall Six staffers work in the is phase one of a two phase building. Having once been project.

“There will be an expansion behind the building that will include council chambers as well as a community room,” he said. “We are doing the preliminary work to get that project going.

Tug Deason will be the contractor.”

Meanwhile, Gaston County Town of Stanley staffers town manager Heath Jenkins, town clerk Cath- Schools will allow erine Greder, and billing analyst Tammy Calhoun- as well as the local the Stanley council citizenry- are all enjoying the new Town Hall on Hwy. 27. to meet in the new Photo by Alan Hodge middle school.

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Mayor Will Cauthen conveyed his enthusiasm for the new hire saying, “I know I can speak on behalf of the entire Cramerton Board that our community is truly privileged to have Chief Adams in this

Violin concert by Matteo Fedeli Matteo Fedeli, a, 41-yearold from Milan, Italy is the only violinist who played 25 different Stradivari violins thanks to the kind loans by several Institutions, Cultural Foundations and private collectors.

He plays in over 100 concerts every year. He is playing one concert in Mount Holly at First Baptist Church, April 7th at 7:00 PM to bene-

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“I am grateful for the Board of Commissioners continued support of the police department,” said Chief Adams.

Chief Adams is the sixth Police Chief in the Cramerton Police Department’s fifty (50) year history.

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City of Mt. Holly department heads address students

by Mary Blomquist Smith

Mount Holly will kick off the Summer Concert Series starting on April 6th.

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The Fantastic Shakers kick off Mount Holly Summer Concert Series

Last week, members of the City of Mount Holly staff welcomed a group of 8th graders from Mount Holly Middle School and Stanley Middle School to the Municipal Complex through the Students @ Work program.

Each department head shared some background on their jobs, how they became interested in that career, and helpful tips on entering the workforce.

After the presentation, the students were encouraged to 'test out' the different types of work vehicles.

"You'll never work a day in your life, if you enjoy what you're doing," remarked City Manager, Danny Jackson.

Here's a summary of the tips that were shared during the presentations: While In School: Participate in a variety of school activities and clubs; Surround yourself by successful people with good hearts who share similar interests.

What Inspires You: What's your passion? Your niche? It's not always about experience. If you're motivated and driven, you can pursue any career path.

On The Job: Keep your desk/area well organized; Maintain a professional appearance; Be punctual; Have a positive attitude; Uphold your integrity in all situations: do the right thing when no one is watching; You can learn something from everyone you work with, if you only look around; Be a clear and concise communicator.

Interviews: Dress in your Sunday best; Look your interviewer in the eye; Give a firm handshake; Ask questions; Send a thank you note (or e-mail) 24-48 hours after your interview.

Your Resume: Always include a cover letter; Have two people (other than friends) proofread your résumé.

by Mary Blomquist Smith The City of Mount Holly is excited to announce the lineup 2018 Summer Concert Series with multiple concerts offered each month. Johnny B’s Beach & Boogie returns as the DJ for each concert. The series will kick off on Friday, April 6 and runs through October 5. The popular series is free to residents and visitors.

The Fantastic Shakers, founded in 1978 and known

by many as the "South's Finest Show Band", will be kicking off this series on Friday, April 6 and will play from 7:00 - 10:00 PM in downtown Mount Holly. Their hit single "Myrtle Beach Days" catapulted The Shakers to the top of the Carolinas' musical groups.

They have performed all along the East Coast and throughout the Southeast and performed with musical legends such as the Beach Boys,

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Summer Concert Series organizer Phyllis Harris said, “These concerts are more than just coming downtown to listen to music and dance. It is a way to spend time with friends and family and connect with the community.”

Bring your friends and neighbors out to these familyfriendly events. Concertgoers should bring a beach chair or blanket, and why not order dinner from one of the local restaurants in town. Most shows begin at 6:00 PM in the heart of the Mount Holly historic district located on South Math Street.

For the full list of bands, visit the Mount Holly Parks and Recreation website: www. bitly.com/mounthollyparksandrec.

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Church Directory Firstt Baptist Fi B pti t Church Ch h of Cramerton

New Covenant United Methodist

8th Ave. • Cramerton, NC

New Providence Baptist Church

14514 Lucian Riverbend Hwy. 704-827-4468 1104 Old NC 27 Hwy. 704-827-0822

New Saint Paul Holiness Church

Cramerton Free Will Baptist

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

416 Woodlawn Ave. 704-824-1745

North Main Baptist Church

Cramer Memorial United Methodist Church

1304 N. Main St. 704-827-6141

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

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

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

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

BELMONT

Grace Wesleyan Church

Will of God Church

Alexander Memorial Baptist Church

6014 S. New Hope Rd 704-825-7959

513 Woodlawn Ave. 704-827-5185

208 South Main Street 704-825-3216

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

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

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

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

Centerview Baptist Church

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

MT. HOLLY

Holy Comforter Lutheran Church

NC Highway 273 704-827-9846

216 N. Main St. 704-825-2483

Hood Memorial Ame Zion Church

Burge Memorial Methodist Church

455 Sacco St. 704-825-6007

312 W. Glendale Ave. 704-827-2726

Loves Chapel Presbyterian Church

Catawba Heights Church of God

204 Lincoln St. 704-825-8342

122 Tomberlin Rd. 704-827-4225

Lutheran Church of the Holy Comforter

CBC-Memorial Apostolic

2300 Acme Road 704-827-2061

216 N. Main St. 704-825-2483

East Belmont Baptist Church

Message of Love Church

501 Catawba Street 704-825-5780

306 Pearl Beaty Dr. 704-827-6500

East Belmont Church Of God

Mount Moriah Baptist Church

320 E. Catawba Street 704- 825-8845

110 Lincoln St. 704-825-2046

East Belmont Free Will Baptist

Mount Pleasant Missionary Baptist

909 Edgemont Ave 704-825-5346

212 South Street 704-825-7269

Ebenezer United Methodist Church

New Hope Presbyterian Church

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

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

Exodus Church

New Life Baptist Church

101 S. Main Street 704-755-5034

201 Oak Trail 704-822-6195

First Baptist Church

New Mills Chapel Fire Baptized

23 N. Central Avenue 704-825-3758

104 Morning Glory Ave. 704-825-5457

First Foursquare Gospel Church

North Belmont Church of God

8 Elizabeth Street 704-825-5811

2316 Acme Rd. 704-827-4092

First Presbyterian Church

O’Conner Grove Church Ame Zion

102 S. Central Ave 704-825-3357

613 N. Main Street 704-825-5576

First Presbyterian-Belmont

Park Street United Methodist

112 S. Central Ave 704-829-0668

120 Park Street 704-825-8480

First United Methodist Church of Belmont

Power of the Spirit Church

807 South Point Road 704-825-2106

Fresh Anointing Church of God

118 School Street 704-827-7071

Queen Of The Apostles Catholic Church

71 McAdenville Road 704-825-7283

503 N. Main Street 704-825-9600

Friendship Baptist Church

Sanctuary of Praise Ministries

5008 S. New Hope Rd 704-825-3276

124 Georgia Belle Ave. 704-579-7823

Gaston Christian Church

South Point Baptist Church

5339 S. New Hope Rd 704-825-8252

124 Horsley Ave. 704-825-9516

Goshen Presbyterian Church

South Point Freewill Baptist

Roper Street 704-827-6280

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

297 Gaither Rd. 704-825-8045

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

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

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Bethel Baptist Church

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

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

The Pointe 6700 Wilkinson Blvd 704-825-1709

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Unity Baptist Church

704-867-2317

1405 Armstrong Ford Rd. 704-825-0604

1005 Catawba St. 704-825-8730

Upper Room United Pentecostal

230 W. Charlotte Ave. 704-827-0968

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

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

Way of the Cross Baptist Church

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Christ’s Evangelical Lutheran Community Pentecostal Center

324 N. Lee St. 704-827-1993

320 Ralph Handsel Blvd.

704-263-8731

Westview Presbyterian Church

First United Methodist Church

1020 W. Catawba Ave. 704-827-2026

217 N. Main St. 704-263-2691

First Presbyterian Church

3100 Bethlehem Church St. 704-823-5050

709 Rankin Ave. 704-671-8640

235 8th Ave. 704-824-1991

Wesley Chapel Holiness Church

Community Christian Fellowship

Cornerstone Family Worship

First Baptist Church

203 S. Main St. 704-263-2621

LOWELL

707 Westland Farm Rd. 704-822-8033

East Wilkinson Blvd.

704-824-5319

238 Lanier Ave. 704-827-8111

324 N. Lee St. 704-827-5526

Core Church

Cramerton Temple of God Church

St. Paul FHB Church

Chapel Baptist Church

2560 Stanley Lucia Rd. 704-827-5881

154 N. Main St. 704-824-3831

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

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

512 Old Mount Holly Rd. 704-263-4275

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

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

New Life Baptist Church

Epic Church

527 N. Buckoak St. 704-263-4647

100 Indian Walk 704-671-4652

Springfield Memorial Baptist Church

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

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

2920 Dallas-Stanley Highway 704-263-4426

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

Stanley Pentecostal Holiness Church

First Free Will Baptist Church

Lowell Smyre United Methodist Church

113 E. Parkwood St. 704-263-2131

841 Noles Dr. 704-827-7461

201 N. Main St. 704-824-8814

Trinity Full Gospel Church

First Presbyterian Church

Mt. Calvary Baptist Church

133 S. Main St. 704-827-0521

120 Branch St. 704-824-4535

First United Methodist Church

First Baptist Church of Lowell

140 N. Main St. 704-827-4855

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

Goshen Free Will Baptist Church

First Baptist Church

1300 W. Catawba Ave. 704-827-3076

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

Grace Baptist Church

New Life Church

300 Westland Farm Rd. 704-827-8600

128 Robbins St. 704-824-1356

Hickory Grove Baptist Church

Presbyterian Church of Lowell

3717 Hickory Grove Rd. 704-827-3939

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

Jehovah’s Witnesses

Restoration Church

1736 Kelly Rd. 704-263-0199

1800 Spencer Mountain Rd. 704-824-5250

Lighthouse Full Gospel Church

Woodlawn Baptist Church

530 N. Hawthorne St. 704-827-1442

1101 N. Main St. 704-824-4261

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

CRAMERTON

Mt. Sinai Baptist Church

Cramerton Independent Presbyterian Church

339 S. Hawthorne St. 704-827-4320

151 8th Ave. 704-824-3889

303 Sunset Dr. 704-263-9765

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

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

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H. Dickson “Dick” Stowe Belmont, NC- Mr. H. Dickson “Dick” Stowe passed away peacefully on the afternoon of Sunday, March 25, 2018, at Presbyterian Hospital in Charlotte at the age of 68. He was the second child of Samuel P. Stowe, Jr. and Julia Dickson Stowe of Belmont, NC, where he grew up.

Dick attended South Point High School, the Darlington School in Rome, GA, and Emory University where he earned a both a Bachelor’s of Business Administration and a MBA in Finance. After graduating from Emory and spending some time in Belmont working for Belmont Heritage Corporation and volunteering for the South Point Lifesaving crew, he moved to Memphis, TN where met his wife Dottie when they both sang in the chorus for Opera Memphis. After marrying and having their two children Dick and Dottie moved to Charlotte where Dick worked again for Belmont Heritage Corporation for several years.

In the ensuing years, Dick accumulated a diverse work history and for the last 10 years has been a well-loved Gate Agent for American Airlines (Piedmont), where he was known for sharing his vast book collection with his co-workers. Dick never met

anyone he didn’t like or that didn’t like him. He was a talented bass-baritone singer and was a member of the Oratorio Singers of Charlotte with the Charlotte Symphony for 20+ years, as well as a 30+ year veteran of the choir of Covenant Presbyterian Church in Charlotte. Dick was a loving and supportive husband and father. He never failed to go out of his way to cheer others and support all of the loved ones in his life. He will be missed by all who knew him and remembered for the many lives he has touched.

He is survived by his wife Dorothy Newby Stowe (Dottie) and his two children, Ashley Elizabeth of Charlotte and Justin Dickson Stowe of California. He is also survived by his brothers, Samuel P. Stowe III (Sam) and wife Martha of Belmont; John Chappell Stowe (Chappy) and wife Linda of Madison, WI; brother-in-law, Raymond Newby and wife Sarah of Soddy Daisy, TN; and sisterin-law, Jeanne Murray and husband Tom of Woodbury, MN as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

A service to celebrate Dick’s life was held 1:00pm, Thursday, March 29, 2018 at Covenant Presbyterian Church, 1000 E. Morehead St., Charlotte, NC. A reception followed the service in the fellowship hall. A private service of committal was held for the family at Greenwood Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Music Fund, Covenant Presbyterian Church, 1000 E. Morehead St., Charlotte, NC 28204.

Condolences and remembrances of Dick may be shared with his family at www.McLeanFuneral.com.

McLean Funeral Directors of Belmont assisted the Stowe family with arrangements.

Saturday Apr 14th 6 PM , Lowesville Gospel Concerts – 1062 Hwy 16 South – Stanley (Lowesville) NC, presents The Hyssongs from Rock Port ME + Matthew Weaver & Clay Lunsford from Union Grove NC. A freewill offering only to be received.

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Raul Cesar Aizcorbe M.D Belmont, NC - Raul Cesar Aizcorbe M.D, 93, passed away March 28, 2018 in Charlotte, NC. Born March 15, 1925 in Havana, Cuba, he brought his family to the U.S. in 1959 to escape the Castro regime.

He moved to Belmont in 1964 where he began serving the community as a General Practitioner. He was the very first doctor on staff at Holy Angels, and the team physician for Belmont Abbey athletics for many years. He passionately pursued his calling, caring for his patients for 46 years, until retiring in 2010. Raul loved traveling, boating and fishing, cooking, gardening, music and the arts.

He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 66 years, Elena Pacanins de Aizcorbe of Gastonia; son, Raul Cesar Aizcorbe, Jr and wife Diane of Evans, GA; daughter, Maria Elena Bowling and husband Mark, of Rock Island, IL; son, Carlos Luis Aizcorbe and wife Christy of Gastonia, son Francisco Tomas Aizcorbe and wife Abbie of Huntersville; grandchildren Michelle Peterson, Christopher Aizcorbe, Nicholas Aizcorbe, Regina Hope Aizcorbe, Tomas Aizcorbe, Jimmy Moody, Aaron Crumbley and wife Jaci, and two great grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents, Raul E. Aizcorbe and Leonor Whitmarsh de Aizcorbe.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 am, Monday, April 9, 2018 at Queen of the Apostles Catholic Church with Father Frank Cancro officiating. The family will receive friends from 10:00 am until 11:00 am prior to the service. Burial will follow in Belmont Abbey Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Catherine’s House, P.O. Box 1633, Belmont, NC 28012.

Condolence messages may be sent online at www.mcleanfuneral.com. McLean Funeral Directors of Belmont is serving the Aizcorbe family.

Ignite your fire All throughout scripture God is described as fire.

While Moses was tending the flock of his father-in-law, he saw a bush burning, but not consumed. It was there Moses was on holy ground before God and God gave Moses instructions.

Later when Moses was leading the people out of Egypt, they wandered through the wilderness to Mount Sinai.

Moses ascended the mountain and again encountered God. The presence appeared to be as a consuming fire on top of the mountain. Mount Sinai was the place Moses met God, and in this place, God spoke his heart to Moses.

In Acts, Jesus told the disciples to go and wait for the power to come upon you.

“But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes upon you. And you will be my witnesses, telling people about me everywhere – in Jerusalem, Judea, in Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.” Acts 1:8 NLT. When the Holy Spirit came upon the believers, it was described as flames or tongues of fire.

Again, we see the fire of God

This Changes Everything!

Have you ever experienced something in life that stopped you on a dime? Perhaps some life-changing event happened to you that left you fearful, hopeless, or even confused. After the events of that first Good Friday, the followers of Jesus Christ were left scared of what would happen next. They were hopeless, as everything they cared for was gone. Their world was turned upside down in an instant, as Jesus Christ was dead. That Friday night after Jesus died was long, and dark. Those who followed Jesus Christ experienced true loss that night, but something happened when Sunday morning came!

John 20:1-31 records the events of the first Easter. Early that Sunday morning Mary Magdalene went to the tomb with other ladies, to properly embalm Jesus’s body after His hasty burial, as the Sabbath was approaching that Friday night, and all work had to stop. As they arrived, they found the stone rolled away from the entrance of the tomb, and the tomb empty.

An angel was there, telling them that Jesus was not there because He had arisen. They ran back to tell His disciples. Later Jesus appeared in the midst of the room where the disciples were gathered. John 20:20 records, “Then were the disciples glad, when they saw the Lord” (NKJV).

We always love to hear this Easter story each year, yet how do we react to this news? The followers of Jesus had varied reactions to Jesus that day, including fear,

anxiety, and doubt.

What will our reaction be to the risen Jesus?

First we must believe.

Jesus’s death and resurrection are in vain if we do not believe.

The suffering, death, and resurrection were all for us, in our place, and for our sin. Will Rev. Trent Rankin we believe and re- Salvation Church ceive Jesus today? Gastonia, NC We must also live for salvationchurchnc.org Jesus every day. The salvationchurchnc@gmail.com disciples were indeed glad when they knew Jesus was alive, and they lived for Him every day. Their lives reflected Jesus to all people. They not only believed, and lived for Jesus, they also proclaimed Him. Jesus told them that day, “As the Father has sent Me, I also send you” (John 20:21, NKJV). Those followers of Jesus who witnessed the resurrection that first Easter Sunday, did not keep this good news to themselves. They boldly told their world of the saving grace of Jesus Christ.

Today we have the same good news. We know what Jesus has done for us. Will we faithfully tell someone today? How selfish would it be to keep such an awesome message to ourselves? Our world needs Jesus.

We have the greatest story ever told to tell.

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Rev. Angela Pleasants District Superintendent of Catawba Valley Methodist Churches empowering and giving instructions.

It was October 1990 when I submitted my heart entirely to Jesus Christ. I describe that time, like Jeremiah, as a consuming fire shut up in my bones. “But if I say I will not mention the Lord or speak in his name, his word burns in my heart like a fire. It’s like a fire in my bones! I am worn out trying to hold it in! I can’t do it!” Jeremiah 20:9 NLT. That evening God spoke to my heart in a dream and showed me my ministry. The Spirit reveals, directs, guides empowers and teaches.

There are two errors we often commit in our relationship with God. We either quench or grieve the Holy Spirit. “Do not quench the Spirit of God.” I Thessalonians 5:19 NASB. “Do not grieve the Holy Spirit of God, by whom you were sealed for the day of redemption.” Ephesians 4:30 NASB. Do not be intimidated to go deeper into God. When we are afraid, we miss his divine presence guiding, revealing and directing us.

The Holy Spirit is the fire dwelling in us. He is God expressing himself and living in and through us. When we live in sin or suppress his guidance, we grieve the Spirit. My prayer throughout this Lenten journey is “Lord may I walk in the cloud of your glory and dwell in your fiery presence.

Draw me close to you.”

It was in God’s presence Moses received his instructions. It was in the presence of the fiery Spirit the believers were empowered to become witnesses and thousands were added to the growing New Testament Church. It was in God’s presence I received my call to ministry, and a fire was unleashed in my heart. What does God desire to speak to you? Draw close to him and ignite the fire within you.

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Mt. Holly Parks and Recreation’s Easter Egg Hunt

Hundreds of kids showed up for the Mt. Holly Parks and Rec. community Easter Egg Hunt last week at Tuckaseegee Park. When the gong sounded, the rush was on for 5,000 candy filled eggs.

Photos by Alan Hodge Just part of the starting lineup for the Mt. Holly Easter Egg Hunt scramble.

Emily Ballew came to the Egg Hunt with Selah Bancil and grandmother Kim Brown enjoyed the Egg Hunt morning out. grandfather Robert Ballew.

Miss Mt. Holly Teen Sarah Grace Blackwelder posed with Ayla Summitt and Camden Nance at the Easter Egg Hunt.

Mason Davis and Kim Brooks were all smiles Gavin and Arabella Hughes were among the crowd of kids who had at the Easter Egg Hunt. their picture made with the Easter Bunny at the Egg Hunt.

Paige Sisk and daughter Ava made a craft at the Egg Hunt.

Mt. Holly branch library staffers Chelse Harris, Debra Trogdon-Livingstone, and Ana Garcia helped Moms Melissa and Laura and kids Macen, Caden, Declan, and Dylan had a great time at the Easter Egg Hunt. with the crafts table at the Easter egg event.

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Gaston College launches pre-apprenticeship program

Since its inception in 2015, the Apprenticeship 321 program at Gaston College has helped launch the careers of many individuals who have acquired valuable job skills working at local companies while getting a cost-free education. This spring, in collaboration with Gaston County Schools, the College is launching a pre-apprenticeship program that will give rising high school seniors the opportunity to investigate careers through part-time jobs with participating companies.

During their pre-apprenticeship, students who are enrolled in their high schools’ Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs will complete coursework related to one of the occupational pathways currently offered in the Apprenticeship 321 program. These include Chemical Operator, Industrial Maintenance Mechanic, Machine Set-Up Operator, Mechatronics Technician, and Tool & Die Maker. The students also will participate in daily operations at the workplace, develop direct contact with employees, ask questions about particular careers within the company, and may perform certain job tasks assigned by the sponsoring company.

“The pre-apprenticeship program gives students—both male and female—an awesome opportunity to get to the forefront of career exposure,” said Brett Buchanan, CTE Director for Gaston County Schools. “Through this program, they can get their foot in the door and when they have finished high school they can start at a higher placement level at the company than someone who has no prior experience with that employer. If they continue on to the Apprenticeship 321 program, they will be able to make money, save money on the cost of education, and earn a certificate in their trade. Parents have told me they feel apprenticeship programs are ‘hidden gems’ that are a wise investment for the companies and a huge benefit to the students.”

Gaston College developed the pre-apprenticeship program as an additional means to assist regional employers in filling the talent pipeline. “We have seen a great deal of success with the Apprenticeship 321 program,” said Dr. Dennis McElhoe, Vice President for Economic and Workforce Development, “and the participating companies are enthusiastic about giving younger individuals a head start on a potential career with them.”

High school students who attend the Advanced Manufacturing Career Expo, which takes place on Thursday, March 29, at Gaston College and the adjacent Gaston College Center for Advanced Manufacturing, will be able to learn more about the new pre-apprenticeship program.

For more information about the pre-apprenticeship program, contact Tanya Osbia, Apprenticeship 321 Success Coach, at 704-922-2313 or osbia.tanya@gaston.edu.

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House of Mercy Celebrates 25th Walk for AIDS House of Mercy, a nonprofit residence for low-income persons living with advanced AIDS, will celebrate the 25th Walk set for Saturday morning, April 14, 20018. The three–mile jaunt through historic downtown Belmont will raise awareness of the HIV/AIDS problem in our community and raise funds to care for residents of House of Mercy, located in Belmont, NC. The goal is to raise $45,000.

Walkers of all ages are invited to take part by collecting donations in support of their walk.

Individuals and teams from churches, civic groups, schools and other community organizations are welcome. On April 14, participants can check-in at the stone shelter on the Sisters of Mercy campus at 9:30 am.

The Walk will begin shortly after 10 a.m.

A picnic reception will follow the walk on the grounds of the House of Mercy residence featuring music by Belmon’ts DJ Love. Tours of the House of Mercy residence will be offered as well as confidential HIV testing.

Persons who cannot participate in the Walk for AIDS are welcome to make a donation. See http://www.thehouseofmercy.org/WalkforAIDS.asp or call 704-825-4711 x3.

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Got to Be NC Festival seeks antique tractors, food vendors, musicians The 2018 Got to Be NC Festival is right around the corner and organizers are looking for the best of North Carolina to participate. Farmequipment hobbyists, musicians and food vendors can apply at gottobencfestival. com. The Got to Be NC Festival will be held at the N.C. State Fairgrounds in Raleigh, May 18-20.

The annual event features food, wine and beer from across North Carolina, farm animals, music, rides and games, and one of the largest displays of antique tractors and farm equipment in the Southeast.

The festival is looking

for tractor collectors and clubs who want to be part of the event, including a daily tractor parade through the fairgrounds for tractors in working order. Participation is free, but pre-registration is required.

On Saturday, May 19, the festival will host the Carolina Bluegrass Battle. Traditional and contemporary bluegrass bands can register to compete for bragging rights and prizes. The winning band earns $500 in prize money, plus guaranteed paid performances at the 2018 N.C. State Fair and PreddyFest 2018. The second-place band receives $250, and $125 goes to the third-place winner. The competition is open to amateur bluegrass bands from

North Carolina, but is limited to the first eight bands to register.

Food concessionaires, commercial vendors and organizations interested in exhibiting at the festival have until April 1 to complete their application. April 1 is also the deadline for North Carolina-based food and beverage companies interested in participating in the Homegrown Marketplace presented by Lowes Foods. To be eligible for the Homegrown Marketplace, vendors must be members of the Got to Be NC marketing program.

Registration forms and vendor applications are available at gottobencfestival. com.

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Easter celebrations included egg hunts, visits with the Easter Bunny!

Little Colbie Rankin made a furry friend in the form of the Easter Bunny last Saturday. Colbie and others were at Salvation Church’s Easter egg hunt. She’s the daughter of Cliff and Tracie Rankin of Stanley.

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Parks and Recreation Director Tug Deason (red jacket) gets ready to start the Easter Egg Hunt at Harper Park.

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Dallas and Cydney Roberts get ready for Easter Egg Hunt at Harper Park in Stanley. They are the children of Jina Roberts, who were attending the event as well.

Kids of all ages enjoyed the Stanley Easter Egg Hunt.

The Town of Stanley held an Easter Egg Hunt at Harper Park last Saturday. Christian Denton, son of Stanley mayor Steven Denton was one of the egg hunters.

Belmont City Pride Day nets one and a quarter ton of debris The City of Belmont and Keep Belmont Beautiful held the annual City Pride day on March 24. Dozens of volunteers fanned out and picked up a large amount of trash. KBB had 124 volunteers which included Cub Scout Troop 3, Mt. Island Lacrosse Team, Duke Energy Allen Steam Plan Employees, Girl Scout Troop 20019 First United Methodist Church, Girl

Scout Troop 20005 from First Presbyterian Church, St. Mark’s Methodist church, Belmont Fire Department and other citizens of Belmont who came out to help on a very chilly day.

David Isenhour, Director of Belmont Public Works, reported that they picked up 12 tires, 180 bags of trash This total includes the 27 bags picked up by SP High School along Parkdale and 17 bags from the Vine Street property- 52 bags of

this total were picked up along the sidewalk edges of Caldwell Farm Rd. and Hawley Avenue. Also included Mt. Island Lacrosse team picked up 14 bags of trash at Four Points in North Belmont.

Total tonnage for trash bags was estimated at 3,600 pounds or l l/4 tons of trash. A few areas did not get done, so if you are interested in helping, please call KBB office at 704-825-8587.

KBB and the City of Belmont thanks all volunteers!

City of Belmont/KBB photos

Duke Energy - Allen Steam Station Boy Scouts

Belmont Fire Dept.

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Keep Belmont Beautiful Board members

Mt. Island Charter School Lacrosse team

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Scenes from Stuart Cramer Ladies soccer action

Stuart Cramer’s Calee Exum winds up for a kick against Forestview.

Forestview goalie Nicole Bolton makes a save on a Stuart Cramer shot.

Players race for the ball as an official toots his whistle in the Stuart Cramer vs Forestview game.

Hair was flying as #20 Kendall Craig of Stuart Cramer and a Kings Mtn. player go head to head in the SC vs. KM match.

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#14 Breanna Hux and #7 Morgan Hall fight for a loose ball.

Lady Storm players #23 Lexi Webb and #20 Kendal Craig battle for the ball in the Forestview back field.

Stuart Cramer girl’s soccer met Forestview last week.

Here, Forestview won the match 6-2. Forestview’s #16 Sophie Jurs advances the ball up the field.

Stuart Cramers #2 Zoey Bourque looks up field for a pass.

Kings Mountain goalie Baylee Marr puts the ball back in play after a save.

FINAL SCORES: Forestview 6 - Stuart Cramer 2 Kings Mountain 3 - Stuart Cramer 3

Baylee Marr makes a save late in the game on a Stuart Cramer drive as time was run- Stuart Cramer’s #8 Kennedy Denton breaks up a Forestview pass. ning out in regulation play.

#13 Brylee Byrd and #4 Lindsey Deaver battle for the ball in the Cramer backfield.

#15 Cassidy Calhoun and #12 Emma Goff go up for a header on a Kings Mountain corner kick. Cramer’s goalie, Logan Pace would come down with the save.

Kings Mountain #12 Emma Goff and Cramer’s #19 Meghan Kimbirl give chase to a loose ball down the sideline.

Kings Mountain girl’s soccer visited Stuart Cramer High last week. After full regulation time and two overtime periods that match would end in a 3-3 tie. Here, #5 Georgia Moss goes airborne for a defensive header.

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Congratulations to these outstanding student-athletes. They represented Gaston County Schools in the recent 1-A girls West vs. Midwest all-star basketball game held in Andrews. From left to right are Skyler Miller, Cherryville High School; Judah Tucker, Highland School of Technology; and Anna Ramsey, Bessemer City High School.

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Bowen recognized by Mid-South Pop Warner James Thomas Bowen IV, was recognized by Mid-South Pop Warner as a 2018 Mid-South Region All-American Scholar for his academic excellence, extra-curricular activities, and community involvement. The MidSouth All-American Scholar Tribute was held on March 11 at Meymandi Concert Hall in Raleigh. JT is the son of James and Courtney Bowen of Belmont and the grandson of Jim and Maria Bowen of Matthews and Chris and Connie Atkins of Belmont. He is a fifth grade student at Belmont Central Elementary School. Congratulations JT. Courtney Bowen photo

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New scoreboard dedicated at Tuckaseege Park On Monday, March 26 a small crowd gathered at the Tuckaseege Park to celebrate the unveiling of the new scoreboards, two purchased by the Mount Holly Athletic Association and one purchased by the City of Mount Holly, at a ribbon-cutting ceremony hosted by the City of Mount Holly. In attendance were members of the Mount Holly city council, Mayor Bryan Hough, City of Mount Holly staff, the Mount Holly Athletic Association, and the Gaston Regional Chamber - Mount Holly Chamber. Members of the Mount Holly youth baseball teams were also in attendance. Connor Sisk, Athletic Coordinator for the City of Mount Holly, welcomed those in attendance and said, “These scoreboards will be a great addition to Tuckaseege Park and will draw a lot of attention to our community.” Kent Womack, vice president of the Mount Holly Athletic Association, thanked the city and its continued partnership that benefits the youth of the community. Kingston Womack, age 9, assisted with the cutting of the ribbon.

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The South Point High School Softball Program would like to honor those who have fought for us and are still fighting today to keep America Free with a Military Appreciation Night April 12th at South Point High School Softball Field The program will begin at 5:30 (game will follow program). For anyone interested in participating in this program please contact Leah Brooks at Lgbrooks@gaston.k12.nc.us with the following information: Name, Rank, Branch of Service, Years Served, Where did you serve, What war (if applicable), Job, Medals/Honors.

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Gaston Christian School sports update... Mountain Island Gaston Christian School tennis defeated Hickory Grove Christian School last week.

GCS 5 Hickory Grove Christian 4 Singles: #1 Will Farris (GCS) def.

Hunter Cochrane (HG) 6-2, 6-3 #2 Andrew Nanney (GCS) def. Noah Bond (HG) 6-3, 6-2 #3 Ethan Barnes (HG) def. Walker Shields (GCS) 6-4, 6-4 #4 Jonathan Kuhn (GCS) def Will Farthing (HG) 6-2, 5-7, 1-0 (7) #5 Kevin Xu (GCS) def.

Harrison Locklear (HG) 6-2, 6-2 #6 Grant Sylvester (HG) def Matthew Mucheske (GCS) 6-4, 4-6, 1-0 (4) Doubles #1 Farris/Nanney (GCS) def. Cochrone/Barnes (HG) 8-4

#2 Bond/Farthing (HG) Westminster Catawba def. Shields/Xu (GCS) 8-4 Christian 182 #3 Locklear/Zack Marlow Jackson Ruh 41 (HG) def. Mucheske/AlexanFulton Curtis 46 der Dai (GCS) 8-7 (5) Corbin Bartriff 46 John Rutland 49 Gaston Christian golf On another cold overcast Gaston Christian girl’s day Tuesday, Gaston Chris- soccer tian men’s golf traveled to Gaston Christian School 9 Westminster Catawba Chris- - Westminster Catawba Christian in Rock Hill and finished tian School 0 with a 182-182 tie. The team Goals & Assists: showed improvement as they Favour Spear 5g, 1a posted their low total for Sydney Foley 2g, 3a the year so far entering their Spring Break. Gaston Christian was led by Caleb Smyre with a 42 while Westminster Catawba Christian was led by Jackson Ruh with a 41. The team and individual scores are below: Gaston Christian 182 Caleb Smyre 42 Ethan Thrower 46 Haddon Barrett 46 Shawn Shi 48

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Belmont Central Students of the Month Belmont Central Elementary has named its Students of the Month Character Trait Patience. March Citizens of the Month are as follows: 5th Grade: Brown - Zander Wells; Gaither - Lindsey Stephens; Haley - Garrett Tidd; Hines- Peyton Mullis; Fascella - Hallie Jo Arthur; Snipes - Savannah Dugan; and Wood - Sam Lewandowski.

4th Grade: Beaty - Jacy Jones; Craig Christian Ordonez; Deely - Madison Pruden; Dodson - Kaitlyn Ledford; Hamam - Leah Koehler; McMillan - Katherine Graham; and Mellette - Noah Branch.

3rd Grade: Adams - Kennedy Reagan; Bridgeman - Buxton Smith; Groves - Gabriel Parades; Justice - Tyler Cunningham; McKinney - Bella Wysor; Southard - Gypsy Smith; Stuckey - Charlotte Aschmann; Rich Humzah Ahmad; and Young - Amelia Shuler.

2nd Grade: Britton - Imani Wilcox; Delaney - Noah Legnosky; Dunbar - Malaki Jennings; Earl - John Bomgaars; Harkey - Lane Trexler; Howard - Emma Lanier; Parrish Luke Brown; and Ross - Avery Butler.

Aidan Cranford was selected as the Principal’s Student of the Month.

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Congratulations to the Cramerton Middle School cafeteria staff for getting a perfect 100 on their recent health inspection. This is their second score of 100 this school year.

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East Gaston High senior Dosi Jonas has signed to play baseball at Spartanburg-Methodist College. Standing left to right-Jennifer Reep (principal), Kenneth Pasour (JV coach), Randy Sellers (head coach), Ryan Resendez (assistant coach), Tom Adams (athletic director). Seated left to right- Donna Jonas (mom), Dosi, Bud Jonas (grandfather).

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Students from Mt. Holly Middle School recently visited Washington, DC. Mt. Holly native and graduate, Ms. Bess Beaty did a great job of leading the Project Hawk group on an amazing tour of many historical sites.

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Gaston Schools Good News for March 2018 Gaston County Schools had six students to win awards at the Region 6 Science and Engineering Fair held at UNC-Charlotte: Emmily Mobley, Allison Kaercher, and Alex Klasing, Stuart W. Cramer High School; Trevor Pillow, Hawks Nest STEAM Academy; Nikki Bortolussi, Rankin Elementary; and Jackson Bryant, Gardner Park Elementary.

South Point High School senior Charlie Tran was chosen to receive the prestigious Morehead-Cain Scholarship from UNC-Chapel Hill.

Elementary schools across Gaston County celebrated “Read Across America Day” on March 2, which coincided with Dr. Seuss’ birthday.

Schools welcomed local celebrities to serve as guest readers, including Superintendent of Schools W. Jeffrey Booker and Board of Education member Lee Dedmon, who portrayed “The Cat in the Hat.” South Point High School earned first place and Highland School of Technology took second place in the highly-competitive Stock Market Game hosted by the North Carolina Council for Economic Education.

Highland School of Technology had two teams to capture top honors in the local moot court competition. The team of Sara Jane Heavner and Patience Foster took first place and the team of Joseph Buckner and Julia Murrow placed second. Anna Ballard advises the teams.

Highland School of Technology received the Lighthouse School Award from the North Carolina Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development.

The honor recognizes the school’s commitment to academic excellence and high student achievement.

The Battle of the Books winners were Belmont Middle, first place; Southwest Middle, second place; and Cramerton Middle, third place. Belmont Middle, which finished second in the state competition last year, will represent Gaston County in the regionals.

Belmont Middle School captured first place in the Math Elite competition. Cramerton Middle placed second and Holbrook Middle took third place.

In the annual Math Masters competition, the East Division winners were Belmont Central Elementary, first place; Pinewood El-

ementary, second place; New Hope Elementary, third place; and W.A. Bess Elementary, fourth place. The West Division winners were McAdenville Elementary, first place; Bessemer City Central, second place; Brookside Elementary, third place; and Tryon Elementary, fourth place.

Webb Street School held its annual “Art of Fashion” show, giving students an opportunity to get all dressed up and shine on the runway in front of a cheering audience. Board of Education member Dot Cherry and Gaston County Sheriff Alan Cloninger emceed the program and introduced the students/models on the red carpet. The event was a fundraiser for the school’s efforts to build an all-inclusive playground.

Victor Ilevbare, a senior at Forestview High School, received the Wayne F. Shovelin Scholarship from the CaroMont Health Foundation. The prestigious fouryear scholarship is valued at $80,000.

The following educators were chosen as finalists for Gaston County Assistant Principal of the Year 20182019: Todd Goff, Belmont Middle; Meghan LeFevers, Bessemer City High School; Adair McKay, Cramerton Middle; Shavon O’Brien, Mount Holly Middle; Matt Rikard, Cramerton Middle; and Lynn Stamey, Robinson Elementary.

Susan Clark, school nurse at Page Primary and South Point High School, was chosen to serve on the National Board Certification for School Nurses test specifications committee. The committee, which includes the best school nurses in the country, will gather in Denver, Colorado this May to formulate test questions for school nurses who seek national certification.

The Cramerton Middle School boys’ team and the Grier Middle School girls’ team won the county basketball championships.

Hunter Huss High School science teacher Michelle Ellis is one of three state-level finalists for the Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST). The

awards program is designed to recognize outstanding science, math, and computer science teachers who value STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) education.

High school band students from Forestview and Cherryville are partnering with the Gaston Symphonic Band to present “Play It Forward” concerts. It is a way to involve high school students with hopes that they will become the symphonic band’s next generation of musicians.

The Ashbrook High School girls basketball team advanced to the Western 3-A Regional Finals and finished the season with an impressive 30-1 record.

Gaston County Schools had 38 elementary and middle school students to participate in the Gaston County Spelling Bee, which is sponsored by The Gaston Gazette.

Stuart W. Cramer High School students Mary Elizabeth Martin and Violet Goodwin placed first in the materials science category and students David Major and Alex Klasing placed first in the anatomy and physiology category at the North Carolina Science Olympiad competition.

Gaston County Schools won 38 awards in the highlycompetitive Mid-Carolina Regional Scholastic Art and Writing Awards program.

The awards included nine Gold Key, 14 Silver Key, and 15 honorable mentions and were presented to students from seven schools: Ashbrook, Cramerton, East Gaston, Forestview, Gaston Early College, North Gaston, and Stuart W. Cramer.

Sadler Elementary received $10,000 from the Epsilon Upsilon Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity and the James Anderson Foundation to purchase books related to the science/ STEAM curriculum. In addition, Delta Sigma Theta

Sorority and Omega Psi Phi Fraternity donated $1,200 to purchase gift cards for each classroom teacher.

Tryon Elementary fifth grader Journey Grier was recognized by State Senator Kathy Harrington for her efforts and leadership to collect coats and blankets for people in need.

Gardner Park Elementary held its annual Cinderella Ball for kindergarten classes. The students came to school dressed as princes and princesses and walked the red carpet to meet the king (school custodian Stevie Anderson) and queen (principal Jaime Wallace).

Gardner Park Elementary hosted a Career Day program for fourth- and fifth-grade students to learn about jobs in the Gaston community.

In addition, the school held the “Cuddle with a Book” program, which encouraged parents to read to their child or a group of children at the school.

Students and staff at Gaston Early College High School raised $200 for the Special Olympics of Gaston County.

Pleasant Ridge Elementary kindergartener Jimmy Lambrith was one of 12 children selected to participate in “The Secret Life of Kids,” a documentary TV show that reveals how children act when adults are not in the room.

East Gaston High School senior Kyndal Knight won the 1A/2A girls state diving championship.

Ashbrook High School seniors Will Bryson and Elijah Fife signed national letters of intent to play football at Mars Hill University.

Stuart W. Cramer High School soccer player Manuel Torres received a scholarship from Gardner-Webb University.

The York Chester Middle School band performed jazz and blues music for students at Webb Street School as part of a Black History Month program.

York Chester Middle held a Pi Day Eve celebration on March 13 that featured students working math problems in a game show format.

Board of Education member Dot Cherry and Superintendent of Schools W. Jeffrey Booker were special guests for the festivities.

Carr Elementary teacher Samantha Wong coordinated a pen pal program for her students to correspond with sec-

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Belmont Central Elementary second grade teacher Ashley Harkey received a grant from the Burroughs Wellcome Fund to purchase two 3-D printers for her classroom.

Belmont Central Elementary collected more than $1,000 for Webb Street School’s playground project.

Music teacher Bruce Fox organized the “Pennies for a

Playground” fundraiser.

The following students were recognized at a Gastonia City Council meeting for their participation in the high school senior art show sponsored by Arts on Main and the Gaston County Arts Guild: Jennifer Norris, Bessemer City; Diana Ternanni, Stuart W. Cramer; Kaylee Helms and Shawn Hedgecoe, East Gaston; and Cerys Webber, North Gaston.

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The Stuart Cramer softball team looks good going into the spring break. The Lady Storm squad is 9-4 overall and 4-4 in Big South 3A conference play.

In the last few weeks Cramer has played well and has won four of their last five games.

In recent action Cramer beat Ashbrook 12-2, Huss 14-2, South Point 9-5, Forestview 8-4 and then lost to Kings Mountain 6-1.

In getting the wins, the Storm stuck to the fundamentals. Good pitching, strong batting and solid fielding.

Against Ashbrook, the Storm’s top batters were Carley Womack Kaylie Nelson and Gracie Wright. All finished the game batting .1000. Wright had five RBIs and Womack had three.

Against Huss, Womack and Nelson again had strong days.

Womack was four for five with three RBI’s. Nelson was two for three with an RBI. Also having good outings against the Lady Huskies was Mackenzie Koch and Jayda Watkins. Both had .667 batting averages.

Everyone on the Cramer bench had to be tickled with the South Point win.

Once again Carly Womack had a good game. Not only did Womack pitch the win, but she turned in a great performance at the plate going three for four. The heavy bat against South Point belonged to Tiara Davis who was three for three with three RBIs. Against Forestview, Gracie Wright, Jayda Watkins, Tiara Davis and Breanna Anderson all had good games.

Wright was the Storm’s top batter, while Watkins, Davis and Anderson all put in solid field performances.

The loss to Kings Mountain was tough, but hopefully the Storm won’t let it get them down.

Cramer coach Matt Scholz is happy with the fact that the team is 9-4, but he knows when crunch time comes Cramer’s conference record will matter.

“We are a pretty good point,” Scholz said. “We hoped to have one more win under our belt.”

The emphasis on conference play is something the coach is highlighting.

“We are at the halfway mark,” Scholz added. “4-4 in the league. We need to win a few more especially in league play.

We need to improve our standings.”

On Thursday the Storm will go back to work taking on Charlotte’s Providence High.

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Local baseball mid-season overview

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This week all the local baseball teams will be busy with the 2018 Gaston County Baseball Tournament.

The tournament marks the halfway point of the season.

After the tourney play is over everyone will go back to conference play.

As of right now things are still wide open. Nothing is set in stone but some teams look better than others.

Here’s the rundown of local teams STUART CRAMER The Storm, coached by Terry Radford are 6-5 overall and 5-3 in conference play. Cramer has won four of their last six games.

If Cramer plays their cards right they are poised to make a move.

Right now the Storm are in third place sitting behind the undefeated Crest Chargers and North Gaston Wildcats in the Big South 3A. The Big South may be the toughest conference in the state.

The Storm’s 5-3 league record proves that when they pay well they can fend for themselves.

SOUTH POINT The Red Raiders coached by Jason Lineberger are 8-3 overall and 7- 2 and Southwestern 2A League action.

The Red Raiders are currently sitting in second place behind the 8-1 R-S Central Hilltoppers.

South Point has played well this year, but for the Red Raiders to take the conference they’re going to have to figure out a way to beat the Hilltoppers.

Of course there’s always the chance that someone else will check R-S Central and South Point will push ahead.

Nothing is certain in the Southwestern 2A. The competition has been fierce and unpredictable. Recent action has shown that at any given time one team can take out another.

EAST GASTON The Warriors coached by Randy Sellers are the wild cards in the Southwestern 2A. EG is sitting at 6- 5 overall and 4-5 in conference play. The Warriors have shown that they have the ability to run with just about anyone.

That makes East Gaston dangerous to other teams.

The Warriors have only lost by more than two runs once.

They are far from out of it.

So what does this all mean?

Well it means nothing, then again it means everything!

It means nothing if a team doesn’t take advantage of their talent and press winning opportunities when they present themselves.

It means everything if a team plays hard and keeps mistakes down.

Let’s be honest, if you are pitching well, hitting the ball consistently and putting runners out, you are going to go places.

East Gaston, South Point and Cramer all have solid paths to the playoffs.

South Point and Cramer are legitimate conference championship contenders.

A conference crown for EG may be a stretch, but it’s fair to say that they will be making thinks tough for everyone they face.

The next few weeks will be action packed.

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Situational baseball is an awesome thing to watch when executed to perfection. There’s something special about seeing guys sacrifice at-bats to score a run for the team. Situational baseball was at its peak on Thursday night when Gaston Christian faced off against conference foe, Hickory Grove Christian, coming away victorious 13-2. With a runner on third, guys were hitting ground balls to get the run in, sacrifice bunts were dribbled down the line beautifully to set up a big inning, and senior Parker Manley waited on a pitch and drove it back-side over the left-centerfield fence for big homerun. Oh yeah, no big deal, his next at-bat he hit another moon shot over the right field fence.

At the plate for the Eagles, sophomore Carson Lankford and senior Ryan Hines joined Manley with multi-hit games.

The freshmen, Cody Chapman and Grayson Guy, combined for five walks on the evening, while junior Nate Ledford also drew two walks.

On the bump, Carson Lankford had a great 3-inning outing for Gaston Christian, only giving up four hits, giving up no runs, and tallying four strikeouts. Cody Chapman and Grayson Guy finished things off for the Eagles combining for two innings of work and four strikeouts.

Gaston Christian (6-4 overall, 3-1 conference) is gaining some momentum as the season continues along. Winners of four out of their last five and going 3-0 on the week, the Eagles will continue to work with a few days off this Easter break before two big time non-conference matchups at the end of next week versus Greensboro Day and Durham Academy. GCS is having fun right now and for those who love baseball know that superstitions are nothing to mess with. Keep wearing those black uniforms and black stirrups, boys.

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This person will also provide support to the ministerial staff. Other required clerical duties/responsibilities will be explained and discussed once contact with applicants are made. Interested applicants need apply by submitting their cover letter and resume by mail to: Ross Grove Baptist Church c/o Personnel Committee 1225 Fallston Rd Shelby, NC 28150

AIRLINE CAREERS Get FAA approved maintenance training at campuses coast to coast. Job placement assistance.

Financial Aid for qualifying students. Military friendly.

Call Aviation Institute of Maintenance

800-481-7894

EMPLOYMENT

BUSINESS SERVICES

NOW HIRING YOUTH DEVELOPMENT/OFFICE STAFF. Boys & Girls Clubs of Cleveland County have immediate openings for the following positions: YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PROFESSIONAL (two positions open)- Deliver programs and provide daily mentoring in after-school and summer programs for children ages 6-18.

Must have at least a high school diploma/GED, some college preferred. Must be 25 or older to drive 15-passenger vans. Must have current First Aid/CPR certifications. Must be proficient with computers. Must have experience working with youth in after-school, camp, childcare, or school settings. Must be energetic, enthusiastic and maintain a positive attitude. Must be available to work Monday-Friday 2pm-7pm and 8am-5pm on school holidays and during the summer. Salary $7.25-$10/ hr. Email letter of interest and resume to the address below to apply. OFFICE MANAGER (one position open)- Manage all office functions. Greet visitors and assist parents picking up children. Track daily attendance.

Maintain files and records. Receive payments and issue receipts. Answer phone calls and deliver messages. Order and maintain office supplies. Create letters to parents, flyers and other company documents. Contribute to a safe and clean facility. Must have proficiency with computers (Microsoft Office Suite, internet, etc.) Must have previous experience in a business office setting. Must be energetic, enthusiastic and maintain a pleasant demeanor. Must deliver exceptional customer service. Must be available to work Monday-Friday 2pm-7pm and 8am-5pm on school holidays and during the summer.

Salary $8-$10/hr. Email letter of interest and resume to the address below to apply. joshp@ bgcclevelandcounty.org

FRONT END ALIGNMENT, $10 OFF! Clip coupon from the Business Service Directory. Ellenburg’s Garage; Hwy. 221 N, Lawing Mill Road, Rutherfordton.

(828) 287-7996

POULTRY FARM HELP NEEDED. Ellenboro-New House area.

Layer houses, egg pick up and packing. Call 828-748-7432 for details.

NEED SOMEONE FOR MAINTENANCE WORK. Must have a clean driving record and experience with working on rental property. Apply in person at 1025 County Home Road, Shelby, NC 28152. (704) 472-4666 FIELD SERVICE TECH WESTERN NC Local company seeking technician. Paid training, travel. If interested call (828) 245-6374 ssblueridge@yahoo. com MAINTENANCE MAN & GROUNDS KEEPER. Needed full time for Rental Properties.

Must have valid NC drivers license. (704) 473-4299

D&S LAWN CARE. Mowing, Trimming, Edging, Mulch, Leaves, Flower beds, 13 years experience. Residential and Commercial. Taking new customers. (828) 447-4087 WANTED: HOUSES TO CLEAN. For more info, contact Heather, 803-627-0593 or Kelly, (980) 295-9037 WNC CHIMNEY SWEEP, WESTERN CAROLINA. Insured and Licensed. Cleaning, Repair, Caps, Pest Removals, 22 years experience. Ellenboro +75 miles. Neal, (828) 223-7730 CONCRETE WORK. Driveways, Patios, Sidewalks, Masonry, Repairs. Stucco and Brick repairs. FOUNDATION LIFTING. Call John Ellison (828) 289-3652

BUSINESS SERVICES

WANT TO BUY

HANDYMAN, RETIRED. General contractor available for small job repairs and fixes. Deck repair a specialty. Call Bob, (828) 4766058

CASH FOR YOUR CAR running or not, title or no title. Call Charles Dellinger at Red Road Towing. 704-692-6767 or (704) 487-0228

BARNETT’S LAWN MAINTENANCE. Grass Cutting, Mulching, Pressure Washing, Weed Eating, Hedge trimming, Debris removal. Residential & Commercial. Free Estimates, Insured.

(828) 447-8287

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

AUCTIONS PATTERSON SPRINGS STORAGE AUCTION. PUBLIC SALE - 2:30PM April 14th. Patterson Spings Storage, 1826 Creek Ridge Rd., Shelby NC. Contents Of Units: #14 Bradley and #12 Ramsuer For Non-Payment of Storage Rent. (704) 473-7358 andrew.sain@gmail.com

YARD SALES YARD SALE Large family yard sale with furniture, antiques, books, children’s toys, tools and more. April 6th - April 8th 2400 Centennial Road, Union Mills, NC 28167 SAVE 70%-90% OFF ORIGINAL RETAIL. Lawn and garden, pool, beach and more. SIDE DOOR SALE, one day only, Sat. April 7th, 9am-5pm. CASH ONLY. Next to Mighty Dollar, Forest City.

WE BUY UNWANTED JUNK CARS. We will come to you. We pay cash on the spot. Not titles needed. ID required. (803) 3747545 DANNY’S AUTOWERKS. Buying used or junk cars. Competitive prices. Jimmy, 828-289-1175.

(828) 247-1070

FARM & GARDEN 5 TOOTH JOHN DEERE RIPPER ;5 ft. disc; one set of cultivators for Cub Tractor; one row Cole Planter for Cub Tractor. (704) 484-9443 HAY, 4X4 ROUND BALES. No rain, $20 each. Forest City area.

(828) 305-2679 FARM TRACTOR FOR SALE. Ford 9N. All original. 3 point hitch.

Only $975. (704) 466-2671 FREE FIREWOOD. You cut it and clean it up. All Oak Trees. Oak Grove Area, Kings Mountain, NC. (704) 300-3493

APRIL 7TH, 7:30-12:30 GARAGE SALE, 7351 Dallas Cherryville Highway, Cherryville, NC. Large variety.

KUBOTA TRACTOR BX2660.

4WD, front end loader, 60” deck, diesel, hydrostatic drive, 700 hours, 3 point hitch, $11,500.

(704) 477-8784

ESTATE YARD SALE 650 Gun Club Road, Bostic. Friday and Saturday, April 6-7, 9am-5pm. Furniture, household, old tools, rods and reels, canning jars and more.

CORBIN FAMILY BEE SUPPLY offering 8 and 10 Frame Woodenware. Same prices as 2017.

Call for appointment. (828) 9801823

LOST & FOUND LOST WEDDING RINGS. (Diamond, Band & Anniversary).

May have lost at Rite-Aid, Marion/Peach St. Call, may leave message (704) 472-9802 J’S GRASS CUT AND SERVICES. EXCELLENT SERVICE, GREAT PRICES, AND FREE ESTIMATES. (704) 284-4751 TRISHBARNES36@GMAIL.COM BLACK’S JACK OF ALL TRADES. Lawn care, pressure-washing, carpentry, mechanic work, hauling off metal.

Whatever needs to be done!

CHEAP RATES. 704-473-5124 or (864) 978-2862 YARD CLEAN-UP. Debris Removal. Spreading Gravel and Mulch. Creating flower beds and small Gardens and stone walkways. Bush trimming and small tree removal or pruning. Practically anything outdoors. Tidy up your place. You call, I haul. No job too small in Cleveland County. (980) 295-0750 MCPHERSON HANDY MAN SERVICES. Lawn Care and Pressure Washing. Free estimates.

(704) 300-1299 EXPERIENCED RETIRED COUPLE SEEKING Small Business Bookkeeping Clients. Reasonable rates. (704) 487-0413 CLEVELAND COUNTY GARAGE DOORS. Spring Garage Door Special: Single size starting at $499. Double size starting at $849. Garage door repairs and installations. Ask about glass door installation and repair. 704-4190117 (704) 472-9367

WANT TO BUY NEED CASH? I will buy your old used Nintendo NES, Super Nintendo, Game Boy and N64 Games.

Small/big lots. (828) 748-7264 WANTED: OLD AND NEW AMMO. Reloading supplies.

(828) 245-6756

1950 FORD 8N ALL ORIGINAL. Local tractor. Has every option that was available in 1950. Four good tires with wheel weights on rear. Includes middle buster plow and 3 point carryall. $3450 Call (704) 300-1818 kim_hopper@ bellsouth.net

WWII COLLECTOR wanting to BUY German Pistols, Military Guns, Helmets, Knives & Flags. I BUY Small & Large Gun Collections also. Licensed FFL, TOP cash paid. (828) 980-3329 WANT TO BUY LAND to build a home. Minimum 5 acres, wooded, mountain view. Email details, price, etc to: landpage777@ gmail.com $$CASH$$ FOR OLD FISHING LURES. Call Rick Hutton, Collector. (704) 695-4917 WANT TO BUY CARS, TRUCKS. Trailers, Metal Boats, Tractors, Farm Equipment & scrap metal.

Must have ID & proof of ownership.

Callahan’s Towing. (704) 692-1006

ANIMAL BEDDING PINE SHAVINGS, Sawdust or Woodchips.

18 yard dump load $185. Shavings *Pickup truck $25. Trailers filled $10 yard. (828) 443-0534 1985 INTERNATIONAL 274 DIESEL TRACTOR. Has cultivators, only 850 hours, good condition. $7000 (828) 294-2630

I PAY CASH FOR DIABETIC Test Strips. Up to $10 per 100ct.

Must be Unused, Unexpired. I’m local & pay fast. (828) 577-4197 BUYING JUNK CARS, title or no title, running or not. Fast on time service. (704) 692-6752

DECK ROLLER JOHN DEERE $20 (704) 300-1818 kim_hopper@bellsouth.net

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CLASSIFIED ADS

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FOR SALE

FOR SALE

PETS•LIVESTOCK

CARS & TRUCKS

CAMPERS

REFRIGERATORS, STOVES, WASHERS, DRYERS, and odd furniture. 704-481-0954 and after 5pm, call (704) 482-0540

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

3 MALE CHIHUAHUA PUPPIES. 6 weeks old. Wormed and first shots. $100 each. (704) 974-0609

2004 FORD MUSTANG GT, Convertible, runs good, looks good, new tires. Asking $4000.

Others to choose from. (704) 685-5087

2003 CAMPER, 5TH WHEEL PROWLER. 28 Ft. with Slide Out. $4500. Good condition, bunks, sleeps 8, clean and ready to go. (704) 477-2185

DECORATIVE ROUND HIGH BAR TABLE with 4 high back swivel stools, $325. (828) 2877813 WHIZ BANG POPCORN MACHINE Gay 90’s Model # 2014 with Four Wheel Cart. In good condition! $900.00 Call 704-6924449

COW QUALITY HAY. 2017 4x5 round bales. Net wrapped, tight, $25 each. 704-364-7271 or (704) 538-9044 FARM TRACTOR FOR SALE. Ford 9N. All original. 3 point hitch.

Only $975. (704) 466-2671 5X10 UTILITY TRAILER. Has drop down gate. Good condition. $600. (803) 925-0054 HUSQVARNA 42” CUT. 18.5 HP mower. Like new, used 7 times.

Paid $1500, asking $1000. (704) 466-5880 ONE NEW, NEVER USED HOSPITAL BED. Mattress & extra jelly mattress. 16 foot 2 seater kayak.

Also approx 100 quart canning jars. After 5pm call 704-473-8311 or (704) 481-0954 1996 1500 KAWASAKI. 34K miles, 1 owner, $2000. John Deere lawnmower, good shape, $600. Quart canning jars, $5 dozen. (704) 739-7726 COW MANURE COMPOST. Dump truck load, delivered, $145.

(980) 241-9010 TROMBONE FOR SALE. $100 or best offer. Call Aaron. (980) 2959496 USED CAMPER TOPS. Various sizes and styles. Also buying them in Rutherford County. (828) 980-0881

CHRYSLER VAN 1998 $1000 Been hit in front. Has good 3.8 eng. and transmission. Will sell whole or parts. (704) 300-1818 kim_hopper@bellsouth.net WANTED, NON RUNNING RIDING MOWER. Must be good condition. (Shelby area). Call or text pic and price. Please leave message & phone number (704) 472-5962 MASONRY CORNER POLE, BRACKETS. Scafford pulley system. $385. (704) 300-7221 MICKEY THOMPSON TIRES. BaJa MTZ size LT315/70/R17.

Set of 4, in good condition. Brand new spare, Mud Country size 35x12.5R17LT, $400 for all five.

(704) 300-7221 MASONRY PRO-CUT BRICK TABLE SAW. Good condition. $425. (704) 300-7221 WANTED: FREE DOWNED TREES FOR REMOVAL. Hardwood only (828) 395-0758

FLOOR SAFE. $275. Small floor safe on wheels, inside is 10x11x15. Needs combination works. (704) 300-1818 kim_hopper@bellsouth.net WTB: OLD STEREO COMPONENTS: working or not from 1940-1980. Receivers, Amps, Speakers, etc. Also parts, like tubes, etc. (828) 919-9789 email4darrell@yahoo.com BURIAL LOTS, EVERGREEN CEMETERY, BELMONT. Two Lots Garden of Devotion Section D, Lot 4, Spaces 1-2 $2500/both, (704) 214-0228

CARPORTS, RV/BOAT COVERS, Equipment, Hay, Livestock. Protect your investments.

Largest on site display around, 1000’s of options, 12’ to 60’ wide, 300’ or longer. J Johnson Sales, Forest City. (828) 245-5895

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

CARS & TRUCKS 2010 KIA SOUL 68k miles, original owner, $5800. (828) 287-7813 1991 CHEVROLET 1500 PICKUPS 4 WD, new crate 350 engine & transmission, good condition. $2800. 704-4721000 or (704) 487-1071

HORSE QUALITY HAY. Square and round bales. Call (704) 4876855 CEDAR ANTIQUE BEDROOM SUITE. Seven pieces and a cedar chest, excellent condition. $2000 firm. 828-287-0982 or (828) 3050595 LOOKING FOR VINTAGE FIREARMS to restore. Prefer .22, .38, .357. Please call 704-600-8560.

JOHN DEERE ROLLER $20 (704) 300-1818 kim_hopper@ bellsouth.net 1930 WOOD COOK STOVE. White in color, fair condition, $1000. (828) 433-1025 GONE WITH WIND BARBIE. Books, picture art, video camera, craft beads, cassette cabinet, DVD rack, CD’s, VHS Marilyn collection. (828) 691-5662 TRAILERS: WE BUY, SALE, TRADE (must have title). Parts and service on most models. New 5x10 $695 with this ad. Call J Johnson Sales, Forest City. (828) 245-5895 DOG KENNELS FOR SALE. Starting at $179.99. Size 10x20 $399.99. Other sizes are available. Call J Johnson Sales, Forest City. (828) 245-5895 CARPORTS, GARAGE, HORSE BARNS. Installed in 2 to 3 weeks or sooner in most cases (standard). Best on site display around.

Call J Johnson Sales, Forest City.

(828) 245-5895

MOTORCYCLES & ATVS

1999 DODGE DURANGO 234000 miles, 4 WD. $1200, power steering pump and water pump replaced in last couple of years. New tires and custom rims valued at $1200+. Some new paint. Needs transmission work and some motor work.

Great looking ride for someone looking for a fixer upper. Call (704) 477-7787 rkahconley@ att.net 2005 SUBARU LEGACY WAGON (NATL) 105K miles. $5800, (704) 472-4849 2004 BUICK PARK AVENUE 167k miles, blue, $2900. (704) 472-4849 1987 GMC 1 TON 12’ Flat Bed, 350 V-8, automatic, power steering, good tires, white color. $2195. Call Tom. (704) 473-6384

TWO BURIAL PLOTS at Cleveland Memorial Park. Lot No. 350, Section 11,Graves 3 and 4. Includes 2 grave plots and 2 vaults. Retails for $6490, will sell for $4000. Contact Chloe or Duke, 704-472-8597, (704) 4346065 ELVIS COLLECTORS: Set of trading cards, #1-66. Elvis records, $10 each. Deluxe Edition DVD. 828-287-0982 or (828) 3050595

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

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

Jacob Fork Ranch. Call (704) 600-7847

SHOP VAC, WET/DRY. 6.2 HP, needs new filter, $25. Ready Heater, 50,000 BTU, $50. TroyBilt 5HP lawn edger. $75 obo. (704) 473-2903

BROWNING A BOLT 7MM ;Single Barrel 12 Gauge Turkey Shoot Gun; Electronic Coyote Caller. (704) 484-9443

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

(864) 490-4979

1996 FORD RANGER Pickup XL, 3.0, V-6, 5 speed, long bed, power steering, dark blue, AC. Bad engine. $795.

Call Tom (704) 473-6384

FOR SALE

CARS & TRUCKS

LARGEST TRAILER INVENTORY and Selection around. BEST prices, new 5x8 $525. Custom built welcome. 2k to 20 ton Utility, Cargo, Dump, Equipment, Livestock. J Johnson Sales, Forest City. (828) 245-5895

1995 FORD F-350 Diesel 4x4, 5 speed flatbed. Only 116,470 miles, excellent condition, $13,500 cash. (828) 429-5155

REFRIGERATORS, STOVES, WASHERS, DRYERS. Discount Prices. 1205 Earl Rd, Shelby, NC. (704) 487-4443 PAYLESS STORAGE BUILDINGS Top Quality. Cash, 90 days same as cash, (rent to own, no credit check). Same or next day delivery on in stock inventory.

Free 75 miles. J Johnson Sales, Forest City. (828) 245-5895 DISCOUNT POOL SUPPLY, INC. Offering Above and Inground pools, parts and supplies. We also maintenance, open/close pools, etc. 704-418-3277. (828) 245-7540

BOATS 1990 24’ PONTOON WITH 3 toons. 75HP Mercury with power trim, depth finder and GPS. 70 foot pound trolling motor, $5000. 2006 Crappie Jon, 8HP Mercury, 13’9” Live well, foot control trolling motor, depth finder with GPS, $3000. (704) 860-0662

2007 HONDA ACCORD SDN 1 owner, EXL model, 4 cylinder, 2.4 V-Tech, $7200. (704) 4818320 2007 NISSAN VERSA Versa-S 4 cylinder, 6 speed, manual. $4300. (704) 481-8320

PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS with Scratch Pads! Press Room Printing. 704-482-2243. (704) 538-5788 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

2017 RAM 1500 Express 4x4, 5.7 HEMI, silver regular cab, short bed, auto, 4900 miles, excellent condition. (704) 538-0460

2006 SUBARU BAJA Sport, AWD, 4 cylinder, 2.5 liter, SOHC, 4 speed, automatic. $8600. (704) 481-8320 2006 FORD FIVE HUNDRED SEL, New transmission @ 91K miles, all leather interior plus heated front sets, good tires, cold air, no rust. Many extras. Must see to appreciate. $3995. 704-692-1384. (704) 482-4013 1993 FORD CLUB WAGON E350, 165K, good condition. $2800. 704-472-1000 or (704) 487-1071

2003 FORD MUSTANG GT Convertible, 5 speed, $4500 price negotiable or will trade.

828-980-5500 or (828) 9804700 2005 NISSAN ALTIMA needs battery, drivable $2000. (704) 300-4959 1984 FORD VAN Econoline XL 1 ton. 4 new tires, new brakes.

All less than 100 miles. $1500.

(704) 685-8565 2014 BMW 3 SERIES 320i, tan leather seats, low miles, one owner, new tires, all power, sunroof. $15,500. (704) 6921648

2014 TOYOTA CAMRY HYBRID 41307 miles, $16900, one owner, nonsmoker, always covered. Loaded with all extras and moonroof. Recent Michelins, immaculate.

Great gas mileage. Selling to get car to pull trailer cross country. 828-429-3044 (828) 245-3106 jampadg@gmail. com 2001 FORD F-150 4X4, two tone paint, aluminum wheels, stepside bed, 99k miles, $6750. (828) 287-3820

1999 CADILLAC DEVILLE extended version. 77,000 miles, all black, chrome wheels, excellent condition. $4800. 704-4870550 or (704) 678-3954 1998 CHEVROLET VENTURE mini van, new engine, $1400.

Also used furniture. 704-6929915 or (704) 434-7761 2011 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE Overland, V-8. 97,800 miles. Stone with tan leather interior. Well taken care of. Great condition. $18,500. (704) 4729273

DEPENDABLE, FUN TRANSPORTATION Red ‘85 Honda Magna VF700. New tune-up, new battery, new gas tank; good tires. Runs great, solid road bike; 133k miles. Some wear.

Some extras. $900 OBO. (704) 466-8475 2007 YAMAHA ROYAL STAR. 1300 cc, 19K miles, 2 new helmets. $4500. 704-460-6457, (704) 263-2869 2008 HONDA NIGHTHAWK 250. One owner, 3700 miles, extras. Purchased new in 2011 and serviced regularly. $1750.

(704) 730-8295

VACATIONS OCEAN LAKES #1393 3 Bedrooms 1 large bath, close to beach. HD TV..W/D golf cart. $490.00. April 8-15, April 1522, May 7-13, May 13-20, May 27-June 3, ($525) August 1219, $490.00 (828) 493-0020 preachercarl@charter.net OCEAN LAKES BEACH HOUSE. Myrtle Beach, SC. 5 bedrooms, 3 baths, 4 decks, close to ocean. WiFi, all amenities. 6/2-8/18. (704) 718-4731 OCEAN LAKES BEACH HOUSE. 2 bedroom, 2 bath.

Also, pullout couch, queen size and golf cart. Weeks and weekends. Good off season rates.

704-482-9781 (704) 472-5182 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. (704) 434-9502 OCEAN LAKES, MYRTLE BEACH, Cottage N34. 2 bedroom, 2 bath, den, kitchen/dining, covered deck, near country store. Call Dorcas 803-6359831. (803) 718-2659 OCEAN LAKES VACATION. 1678 STARFISH. 3 bedroom, washer, dryer, large covered front porch. Reduced rates for spring & fall. Summer dates avail. 704-473-6109. sheilaba@ bellsouth.net (704) 484-2015

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OWN A BEACH HOME less than 5 minutes from Holden Beach. 2 bedroom mobile home with storage building. NO RENT, you own home and land. $35,000. (704) 538-9863

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RUTHERFORDTON, 3/4 ACRE PLUS LOT. Carpenter Road, Gilkey. Doublewide welcome.

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Broker/owner, (828) 289-2407

FOR SALE BY OWNER. 2 bedroom, 1 bath house in Lawndale. Newly renovated. $59,000 obo. (704) 473-2903

2&3 BEDROOM APARTMENTS. Available now! Stove and refrigerator furnished, W/D hookups. Rent based on income.

EHO. Shelby. (704) 487-1114

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