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Hurricane Florence gave us the back of her hand

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Last weekend's visit to our area by Hurricane Florence brought torrents of rain and frisky winds, but thankfully no widespread destruction like the storm left elsewhere.

As usual, before the storm even got here, folks rushed to stores and stripped the bottled water and other drink supplies shelves as cleanly as a piranha fish removes flesh from bone.

Gas stations also reported super brisk sales.

Local municipalities braced for the blow and made contingency arrangements early in the week.

“We made plans, along with the fire department, to be prepared for any possible effects of the storm,” said Mount Holly Police Dept. chief Don Roper. “The city administrative staff also met and prepared to respond regarding all city services.

We were also in meetings with the county to coordinate the county wide response, and resources that were available.”

Belmont Fire Dept. division captain Craig Austin had this to say regarding storm prep.

“We did not send any of our firefighters to the coast, but looked at adding additional staff on shifts to help with the expected call volume increase and possibilities of delayed response times due to trees down and blocked roads,” said Austin. “We worked as a whole with the other city departments making preparations for the storm.”

Mt. Holly Fire Dept. chief Ryan Baker was also on top of things.

“We overstaffed for the weather and did not send anyone to the coast because we need to make sure our city was safe,” said Baker. Given the uncertainty of the weather and the amount of rain expected we felt we needed all hands to keep our citizens safe. We were as ready as we could be for the event.”

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Cramerton Parks and Rec. director Eric Smallwood shuts the gate to Goat Island Park in anticipation of rising South Fork River waters due to Hurricane Florence.

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Hope still alive for 9/11 memorial in Mt. Holly

Mt. Holly welcomes police chief back

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Last week marked the 17th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001 World Trade Center disaster. America's second “day of infamy” to borrow that phrase from President Franklin Delano Roosevelt's remark about the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, December 7, 1941 But there's a daily reminder of the 9/11 tragedy on display at the Mt. Holly Fire Dept. headquarters on Killian Ave. in the form of two sections of subway rails that were recovered from the lower level of the World Trade Center. The rails were brought to Mt. Holly by members of the Mt. Holly Fire Dept. back in April, 2016.

MHFD chief Ryan Baker explained how the rails were obtained.

“I wrote a letter to the Art Preservation Society in New York,” he said. “They are in charge of distributing one percent of the 9/11 material artifacts that are controlled by the New York and New Jersey Port Authorities. The letter outlined what MHFD planned to do with the rails. It was reviewed and the OK to come get the pieces was given.”

Ever since the rail sections arrived in Mt. Holly, there's been hope of incorporating them into some type of permanent memorial.

“We could create a memorial to 9/11 that would educate future generations about it,” said Baker.“The first step in getting a 9/11 memorial in Mt. Holly will be to set up a committee that could potentially include city officials, city employ-

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owner of Awaken Gallery in downtown Mt. Holly, has been working towards getting sketches drawn of how the memorial might look.

Baker says another upcoming step will be determining an approximate cost to build the memorial as well as a location for it.

Last week's meeting of the Mt. Holly city council was one of thanks and joy at the return of MHPD chief Don Roper's return to work following a stroke on August 13.

The council and other officials surprised Roper by having his wife Julie show up for the meeting, but at first the chief was puzzled why. Turns out she was part of the welcome back portion of the meeting and proudly took her place by her husband's side as everyone praised the chief as well as his colleagues who helped get him to the hospital just in the nick of time.

Mt. Holly city manager Danny Jackson cited prayer as one of Mt. Holly police chief Don Roper and his the reasons Roper wife Julie together at the council meeting pulled through welcoming him back to duty. and was able to Photo by Alan Hodge return to work after just a few weeks out.

“People helped him by praying,” Jackson said. “Everyone prayed hard for him. He's here by the grace of God.” Roper grew emotional as he recounted his harrowing medical experience and how his fellow officers and firefighters stepped up to get him to the hospital and monitor his condition on the way there.

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Chief Ryan Baker and the World Trade Center subway rails at the main Mt. Holly fire station. The public is welcome to come see them.

Photo by Alan Hodge ees, and citizens,” Baker said. “We are in the beginning stages of the process,” he said.

Baker says tasks of the committee could also include determining the design and best location in town to erect the memorial.

One step in the memorial process is getting underway. Emily Andress,

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OPINION

TODAY’S QUOTE: "Every leaf speaks bliss to me, fluttering from the autumn tree."

The hurricane President Trump If Hell Freezes Over hit parade Well, last week we had a hurricane scare. As usual when the TV weather folks begin their spiel of impending doom, folks rush out and grab every bottle of water, or bottle of beer, or bottle of wine or likker and loaf of bread and some folks even buy milk, then they rush to the gas station and fill up and stock up on batteries and buy $500 generators and shake like a possum passing persimmon seeds all the while waitAlan Hodge ing on meteorological mayhem.

Once upon a time we really did get Banner-News Editor socked by a full blown hurricane- Hurricane Hugo to be exact- so this week's column from yours truly are my personal recollections of what took place Sept. 22, 1989since they are still vivid in my sodden psyche.

To start out with I did not take Hugo very seriously. All day the weathermen had been hollering about the storm coming our way but I ignored them. On the other hand, Sharon was as I recall very worried. As night approached it started to rain and the wind to blow.

We went to bed and tried to sleep. No go as the hours ticked by the wind got stronger and the rain commenced to lashing the house. I put on a brave face but it was about to get punched.

In the wee hours of the Hugo morning the trees commenced to swishing and swooshing like a bunch of evil hula girls on speed.

We could hear trees cracking like rifle shots as they broke from the wind. We live in a log house in a clearing in the woods and the wind was blowing so hard the logs started creaking like the timbers in a wooden sailing ship. I was by now pretty skeered. Sharon got up and went downstairs. I soon followed and we dragged the 100 year old, 150 pound farm table that Grandma Smith's brothers had made into the center of the living room and got under it. At that time Sharon's poodle GiGi (aka GooGoo or CooCoo) was still among the living and tried to get under the table too but I told her to “git”.

All night the wind howled and the logs groaned. I finally dozed off and about daylight awoke to a bad smell. It was like a combo of sardines and rotten eggs. I opened mine eyes and saw the culprit- it was GooGoo! That rascal had crept under the table and was sleeping and snoring blissfully with its snout about two inches from my nose!

Well, with that rude awakening I got up and went to the door and opened it. I will never forget the scene. Our house was bracketed by fallen pine trees but by a miracle not one was on the dwelling place.

The next smell to hit my nostrils was the pungent one of pine sap from the many trees of that species that had broken off. I sat on the porch and boo-hooed.

Later that day we drove to the ice house in Ranlo hoping to get a bag. The place was swarming with like-minded folks. There was a guy on the loading dock throwing half melted bags of cubes to the clamoring mob. A large, deep, puddle of greasy water was at the base of the dock and this caused most folks to stand back a bit.

I saw a little kid run to the front of the crowd and try to catch a bag but it knocked him down in the puddle and he stood up drenched and crying.

For food we cooked everything in the freezer before it went bad that could be fired up on a little hibachi. Those rations consumed we drove around a few days later and found a fish camp in Mt. Holly that was open.

No power at the house meant no well pump and no water so I took a bucket and dipped from our creek to work the cammodes.

One bucketful had a crawdad in it but I let him escape.

Well, that's about all I remember from Hugo. Believe me, the stuff last week brought back a flood of memories. We were so lucky that Florence didn't hurt us like it did the poor souls in some coastal Carolina places Let's all be thinking about them and if there's anyway you can help with time or treasure then now's the time to pitch in.

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Thursday, September 20, 2018

President Donald Trump came through Evansville, Indiana like a roaring locomotive last week, August 30, to be exact. If he had landed on the platform wearing a Superman outfit and cape I would not have been surprised. To the approximate 15,000 cheering fans he might as well have been Superman, aka, Super President.

I didn't even know The President Glenn Mollette was coming to Indiana until the day before and figured I would not get inside the gate. I was reading on the Internet that I had to have a ticket and thus filled out the form to receive the electronic text I was supposed to receive. I filled it out a couple of times and even made a donation. I eventually realized that filling out the form was all about getting my information and a donation.

The doors to the seven o'clock speech were promised to open at 4:00 at the Ford Arena in downtown Evansville. My wife and I got there about 4:30 and found a parking space several blocks away and began the hike to the arena. The line at 4:30 was massive - literally thousands were lined up for what seemed to be a mile or more. We couldn't even find the end of the line it was so long. We knew at this point that even entering the arena was already impossible.

We found a hotel lobby and got out of the summer heat.

Fortunately the local television was glued to the events and so we watched Trump get off Air Force One from our hotel lobby and began his high security limo ride to the Ford Center. A few minutes later we walked out of the hotel lobby and lo and behold motorcycled policemen were everywhere escorting the black limo into a tent adjacent to the Ford center. There was our President but not in plain view as they pulled into the heavily guarded tent that would provide a passageway to the Old National Events Plaza and the Ford Center.

My wife and I enjoyed the dynamics of the parade, secret service people everywhere and the hoopla around our President's arrival and figured this would be our evening.

As we left the hotel we could see the end of the line in the distance and figured we would get in line and walk with the crowd back to our car. The line was moving and we stayed with it for an hour and luckily made it inside the arena.

Behind us literally a couple of thousand more had gotten in line by the time we got to the arena door.

Once we were barely inside the arena there were zero seats to be found. The arena for a concert seats 11,000 people. We felt crammed in like sardines by the time we found a place to stand and it was obvious an extra thousand or so people above the seating limit were standing in the corners, aisles and everywhere else.

We found a standing place on the second level of the arena that was filled with secret service and state police.

We were allowed to remain in our little standing place with our backs against a wall but we had great platform visibility.

President Trump came onto the platform approximately at 7:15 to cheers and thunderous applause. I saw one woman escorted out for acting out of order and heard one negative person against Trump as we stood in line. I am told a couple of hundred protesters were out by the courthouse but I did not see or hear them.

Parts of Trump's speech have been replayed numerous times on various cable networks so there is no need to rehash his remarks.

Here is what I can say from what I saw in Evansville.

The only way Trump will be defeated in 2020 will be for hell to freeze over. There is no person on the horizon that will swing the 12,000 people in the Ford arena last week to not vote for Trump. They are going to vote for him. This goes not count the two or three thousand people who were standing outside the arena watching him on a screen.

While I was standing in line I did not hear one rude comment. I did not see any crazy behavior from the crowd.

Inside the arena people were respectful, attentive but obviously resolved in their support and cheers for Donald Trump.

Yes, there are all kinds of bad things that have been said and will be said about Trump. I cannot determine what is and what is not true. I know that a few of my acquaintances, friends, old time buddies, and maybe even a family member or two hate his guts. However, I also know what I saw in Evansville and that is a very sincere, determined group of people who will line up on Election Day and reelect him as America's President in 2020...unless hell freezes over and then anything might happen.

~Emily Bronte

She told me it wasn’t going to hurt. I screamed anyway Last year, I pulled a muscle in my hamstring. If I sit too long, it locks up. Once, while trying to get off a plane it locked up.

I grabbed the bulkhead to catch myself before I fell onto the floor. Fellow travelers thought I was drunk.

Pain reliever helped with the discomfort. Finally, the pain went away for a while. I was doing well until I aggravated it this past June by walking 22,000 steps in one day. I thought it would be fine in a week or two. It wasn’t. Weeks later, I had Tony Marciano a trip that was hampered by the pain I experienced. I switched to a different pain reliever but didn’t get relief.

My family pushed me to see a sports medicine doctor. On the first visit, the physical therapist told me about “dry needles”. She explained I had a knot in my muscle fiber that was constricted and wouldn’t relax. The dry needle would help it relax. Think of it as being similar to acupuncture. After hearing about it, my reply was “Not me.” I informed her they had to lie me down when they did blood work. I’ll do the physical therapy.

During the next week, the pain continued. Two friends told me to try dry needles. One mentioned his son pulled a hamstring, got the dry needles and was fine the next day.

On the next visit, I reluctantly agreed to the dry needles. I was tired of the pain taking me hostage. She told me I wouldn’t feel anything.

The first needle went in and I felt a little discomfort. The second one went in and I felt electricity coming out of the bottom of my foot. The third one went in and must have hit a knot. I screamed.

No, I really screamed. Really loud. She asked me if I was fine. I lied and said yes. She asked me if I felt like I was passing out. I lied, and said no. She asked me if I was ok. I lied, and said I was fine.

When I went to leave, the woman in billing told me she heard me scream. I was so embarrassed. As I was leaving, they gave me a bag of ice to sit on. While it helped with the swelling, I had a business meeting in 30 minutes and had to explain why the back of my pants along my left thigh was wet.

A few days later, I felt better. I stopped taking pain reliever. The pain was gone. I was grateful.

I wasn’t grateful that the dry needle hit a knot. That pain was horrific. Simultaneously, I am grateful the dry needle did hit a knot because although I experienced pain, now I felt relief.

Sometimes we get a knot in our soul. Something takes over our life and as hard as we try to get rid of it, it continues to bring us down. Then there is that moment where God puts His “dry needle” in our soul. It causes us to address, more than “what” we do but “why” we continue to do that self-destructive habit that is destroying our life. The pain is horrific. Letting go of something that is comfortable yet problematic is difficult. It may be familiar, but it is also destructive. After God removes His “dry needle”, we begin to feel relief. We are becoming the person He created us to be.

I believe God disciplines us, not to punish us, but to address our character issues so we can become all that He has for us. The process is painful. The results are worth it.

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HURRICANE from page 1

The City of Mt. Holly also posted an extensive emergency preparedness page and flood zone map on its main website.

The City of Belmont had staff start cleaning storm drains Thursday in preparation for heavy rain. The Emergency Operations Team met and reviewed emergency procedures in order to be prepared to service citizens.

Gaston County EMS sent 10 EMS personnel to Bladen County last Tuesday to help that county’s EMS. On Thursday, Gaston County officials declared a State of Emergency right here.

Ashbrook High opened its gym Friday as a shelter for hurricane victims.

All week prior to Florence's arrival, weather forecasters scratched their heads trying to figure out where the storm was headed and what would happen when it got there.

For us, the answer came Friday with winds starting to pick up. The rain held off but dark clouds scurried by overhead as The South Fork River roars over the dam in McAdenville on folks craned their necks looking skyward in nervous fashion. A second wave of folks hit the stores and gas stations. TV broadMonday morning.

Photos by Alan Hodge casters ramped up their rhetoric.

A utility worker at the scene of downed power lines in Belmont.

Saturday morning brought showers and blustery winds. This pattern continued all day long and through the night. A quick trip to the South Fork River in Cramerton on Saturday showed no flooding as of late in the afternoon. Goat Island Park was closed.

Sunday saw more rain and winds of over 40mph. Trees were stripped of their leaves. By Sunday afternoon, the South Fork at McAdenville and Cramerton was rising. Water roared over the McAdenville dam. Weather broadcasters were going wild.

It was not until Monday that things began to settle down and folks could take stock of what had hit our area from the sky.

Florence was rough, but generally, hurricanes are not common to our area. Nonetheless, several have made a local impact from time to time.

Exactly one year ago, Hurricane Irma's “backlash” came to our end of Gaston County.

Irma brought local winds at a steady 20-25mph with overnight gusts to 40mph. Sheets of rain fell throughout the period.

Parts of Belmont were without power, phone, or internet service. Besides Belmont, power outage areas also included Mt. Holly, Ranlo, and Stanley.

In Belmont two large trees fell. On Todd St. a tree split in half and blocked the roadway as well as pulling down power lines. On Central Avenue, a massive oak on the grounds of Stowe Manor also knocked down several other large trees on its way to the ground. The root ball was over six feet in diameter.

The effect of Florence and Irma contrasted strongly with what took place in our region back on September 22, 1989 when Hurricane Hugo came calling. Hugo's smash was the worst natural disaster to hit us since the Great Flood of 1916.

The first images of Hugo's wrath that folks saw on the front page of the Belmont Banner showed downed power lines, the screen of the Belmont Drive In Theater lying in a twisted heap, homes with shingles torn away, the water tower at Parkdale Mills with its top missing, and the ticket booth at South Point High sans its roof.

Hugo caused students at Belmont Abbey to be sent home.

The roof of the Haid was torn off. The cross at the top of the Abbey bell tower was blown askew.

Belmont’s city manager at the time, Ken York, talked about the mess Hugo left.

“Due to the large mass of tree debris on the sides of the streets, it will take a massive effort to achieve total cleanup.”

In McAdenville, Police Chief James Swanson had a near miss Hugo-style when a tree hit his patrol car as he was driving through town.

“I was coming down Main Street at Mockingbird Lane when the rear end of the car was struck,” Swanson said at the time. “It just pushed the car on across the street.”

Swanson and others worked to clear limbs and debris from the roads in McAdenville, where the damage estimate from Hugo was $1.7 million. That included 300 homes with minor to heavy damage, the roof of the town hall being blown off, and the police department being flooded. An estimated 2,000 trees were down in McAdenville.

In Mount Holly, Mayor Charles Black spoke after Hugo had departed.

“We can survive,” he said. “We’ve had people offering to help in any way they can.”

To house those whose homes were damaged by Hugo, the Mount Holly Jr. High gym was opened as an emergency shelter. Members of the Catawba Heights VFD went to work helping clear streets and yards of limbs and trees.

Mount Holly police Sgt. Bob Johnson reported there were no injuries due to the storm. However, cars were damaged.

“We did have some trees striking moving vehicles,” he said.

In Stanley, the town’s civil defense siren tower was broken and trees were devastated.

“It’s something I have never seen before and don’t want to see again,” said Police Chief Donnie Davis.

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MT HOLLY COUNCIL from page 1

Members of the Mt. Holly Fire Department are seen at JFK Airport in New York April, 2016 picking up subway rails that were below the World Trade Center on 9/11. From left: Chief Ryan Baker, Ricky Brown, Jason Black, and Marv Placino.

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“I have been in a lot of dangerous situations in my police career,” said Roper. “I have learned to rely on the people around me. I knew everyone had my back and fear left me. They saved my life.”

MHPD Sgt. Wes Scott drove the squad car that rushed Roper to Carolina Medical Center.

“He could qualify for NASCAR,” quipped mayor Bryan Hough.

In other council news, two new MHPD officers, Delton Williams and Robbie Burchfield, were sworn in. Also, Ida Rankin Elementary student Parker Staf- Ida Rankin Elementary student Parker Stafford with his parents Scott and Jennifer ford was recognized for having raised and K9 officers Austin Cox and Jonathan Moore. enough money to purchase two ballistic vests for the MHPD K9 unit. The fundChief Roper called Parker's project “a perfect example of community policing”. raiser was Parker's Safety Patrol project.

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“When that is done we can approach the city council and begin looking at funding options,” he said.

Also in 2016, Baker and members of the MHFD attended the unveiling of an impressive 9/11 memorial in Cornelius. About 1,000 folks, including community members and first responders and firefighters from Cornelius, Huntersville, Charlotte, Denver, Mt. Mourne, Mooresville, Mt. Holly, and New York, gathered at the Cornelius/Lemley fire station to witness the unveiling of a large and magnificent memorial honoring the victims of the World Trade Center horror.

Baker grew up in Cornelius and got his start in the fire fighter trade there in 1996.

“Being at the dedication brought back memories of 9/11 and what the memorial represents,” he said.

The Cornelius memorial is made of white stone with the words “Never Forget” engraved in dozens of languages from all over the world. The centerpiece of the memorial is Here’s a rough sketch of one idea for a a section of steel beam Mt. Holly memorial to 9/11.

Emily Andress photo from the World Trade Center. It points north, toward New York City. The 9/11 memorial in Cornelius took about a year to design and build.

“Cornelius raised the money by business and Rotary Club fundraisers, charity softball games, private donations, and donation boxes in stores,” Baker said. “Mt. Holly could do the same.”

A 9/11 memorial in Mt. Holly would be a very meaningful thing.

“Different events define generations and 9/11 is the one that defines ours,” Baker said. “Everyone remembers where they were and what they were doing when it happened.”

Want to talk to Baker about a Mt. Holly 9/11 memorial? Call 704-822-2937.

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Blue Collar Confessional To be a twenty-something currently is a strange experience. One is expected to have their life planned to a tee yet know better than to fail at much of any challenge. I am often given the comment, “You’re just a spring chicken, boy!

The world is your oyster!� On the contrary, I am often confronted with, “You need to consider your future. Be more responsible and straighten up because you're going to be stuck in a rut.� I graduated from East Gaston High School in 2011, dropped out of college three times, and now find myself an unsung testament in my father's work boots.

You see, each week I'm a machine operator by trade for a company which shall remain nameless. In my spare time, I'm a writer by passion for the good people of my community (to which I gladly thank for reading). To give a little background history about my family, my father went to barber school after graduating out of the first class ever to leave the halls of East Gaston. He loved cutting hair like his grandfather did but needed insurance and decided to join the workforce. He worked for several companies until he began working for a company called Robertson Airtech and for twenty-six years, devoted himself to the quality and dependability the sheet metal industry demanded.

His work took him on the road a lot during my childhood. Cellphones were in early development and I can remember staring at his pager wondering how anyone could operate such a thing. It apparently just beeped when you dialed it and he would have to find a phone to call the number that appeared on the tiny screen. He departed each Monday and returned Friday night in the gray company truck identical to his white 1995 Ford. Carrying a suitcase, briefcase, sack of dirty clothes, diabetic kit, and a lunchbox inside, he would happily stagger inside with a tired grin between his lips.

Being a kid, I would rummage through his lunchbox asking if he brought me a prize from his trav-

els and amid ear plugs, safety glasses, gloves, and such I would find something he had found during his travels. Despite elements, hazards, deadlines, and stress he always kept family in the forefront of his mind.

I was asked recently what my plans are and Shelton Fisher for a moment I was reminded of all those lunchbox essentials I overlooked digging for travel treasures. I now also carry a lunchbox with the same equipment each shift with jagged hands clutching the strap. For years I have walked miles in his boots and began taking writing seriously in January. My father taught me that hard work and putting passion behind your work will bring success and immeasurable gratification. I once found it in a paycheck but am discovering with each article that the proof is in the pages. Perhaps while walking in these boots, I will write my own destiny one day.

Here’s Why I Believe in America

By Lee H. Hamilton It’s so easy these days to despair about the future of our country.

It feels like half the people I run into just want to pull the covers over their heads and ignore the news.

There’s dysfunction at the highest levels of government.

Congress is polarized, hamstrung, and ineffective. We’re subject to Russian election hacking with very little visible effort on the part of the federal government to do something about it. Dozens of vital issues, from economic inequality to cybersecurity, are going largely unaddressed.

So it might seem odd for me to suggest that we take a step back and count our blessings.

But that’s exactly what I believe we need to do right now.

Our history should give us a shot of confidence. We have overcome formidable chal-

lenges: a civil war, two world wars, recessions and depressions, and through it all, America has not just survived, but improved.

In my working lifetime, I have seen this country become a better place, plain and simple.

We have greatly improved the life of many older Americans with programs like Social Security and Medicare. We’ve improved the lives of many younger people with college scholarships and wider opportunities. Women and minorities have had doors opened to them like never before, even ifthere’s still room to improve.

And perhaps most important, we have created a country where everyone has a chance to become the best she or he can be. There’s much room for improvement here, too, but there are plenty of people who’ve managed to get ahead in life even though the cards were stacked against them.

We should not sound arrogant, and we should acknowledge our mistakes, but we have much to be proud of in our record as a nation.

I don’t want to suggest we don’t have big problems. Of course we do.

But to confront these problems, and to start to forge solutions, you have to have a measure of confidence in the system through which we’ll address them. And in this regard, our history should give us a boost. My impression is we need it.

Lee Hamilton is a Senior Advisor for the Indiana University Center on Representative Government; a Distinguished Scholar, IU School of Global and International Studies; and a Professor of Practice, IU School of Public and Environmental Affairs. He was a member of the U.S. House of Representatives for 34 years.

The Lincoln County Hearth Cooks group will have two One Day Workshops events.

Cast Iron Cooking Basics: From Hearth to Table- Tuesday, October 9, 2018, 8:30 am till 4:00 pm or Saturday, October 13, 2018, 8:30 am till 4:00 pm.

The contemporary art of open fire hearth cooking is an exploration and discovery of historic foodways. In this class, cooks will demonstrate the research of 18th century receipts, and how they are interpreted in our modern cuisine. Then, they will prepare

a full meal at the open hearth, using the utensils and cooking equipment of the time period, utilizing the foods that would have been freshly harvested and preserved, and foods that were available to our ancestors in the fall of 1780.

Registration Fee: $55/ class. Location: Battle of Ramsour’s Mill-18th Century Cabin, Jeb Seagle Drive, Lincolnton, NC. When: Tuesday, October 9, 2018, and repeated on Saturday, October 13, 2018, Time: 8:30 am - 4:00 pm.

What to wear: Comfort-

able closed toe shoes with long pants or jeans. According to the weather, please dress in layers. The cabin tends to be cool except right around the fireplace.

What to bring: Notebook, pen and/or pencil, and a willing, adventurous heart!

Registration: Call Paulette Gardner at (704) 9183256 or email Paulette Gardner at pbgardner678@ gmail.com Remember: Class size is limited. Please register early!

Deadline is September 30th.

The class will be able to eat the food they prepared in class at the end of the day.

Chicken workshop Lincoln County Hearth Cooks events set for Sept. 24

Join us as we learn about the latest trends in backyard chicken farming! In response to the “urban chicken� movement flying across our state, the City of Belmont has partnered with NC State’s Cooperative Extension to host a collaborative workshop and everyone is invited! On September 24th, strut on down to the Belmont Police Department (201 Chronicle Street, Belmont) between 4:00 and 6:00 pm to find out more about this urban sustainability practice and to share your thoughts on Belmont’s latest draft chicken ordinance.

Lara Worden, Area Agricultural Agent, will be speaking about best practices in 318 South Washington St. • Shelby, NC urban chicken farming at 4:15 704-487-8114 • DonGibsonTheatre.com and 5:15 pm. All residents interested in backyard chicken farming are encouraged to ask questions and participate in this interactive workshop.

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Stanley zoning meeting As part of this process, the Town Council and Zoning Ordinance Committee will co-host a public engagement open house on Monday, September 24, 2018 from 5:30-7:30 pm at Tug Deason Gym, 301 Blacksnake Rd. The purpose of this session is to gain public input on ordinance and map revisions. Members of the Council and Committee will be interacting with the public and one another while gaining feedback for the revisions.

The Council and Committee request attendance from citizens, business owners, developers, builders and all stakeholders.

For more information, please contact Catherine Greder at cgreder@townofstanley.org.

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Banner News Fellowship & Faith

Church Directory Cramer C ame M Memo iiall Memorial United Methodist Methodist Church

L h Lutheran Chu Ch Church hu h urc rch ch off the ch h Good G d Shepherd 110 S. Main St. 704-827-4751

Macedonia Baptist Church

N. Main St. St. • Cramerton, NC

1951 Stanley Lucia Rd. 704-827-9224

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

Mt. Sinai Baptist Church

Cramerton Free Will Baptist

339 S. Hawthorne St. 704-827-4320

416 Woodlawn Ave. 704-824-1745

New Covenant United Methodist

Cramer Memorial United Methodist Church

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

North Main Baptist Church 1304 N. Main St. 704-827-6141

Alexander Memorial Baptist Church

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

Bethel Baptist Church

118 School Street 704-827-7071

Queen Of The Apostles Catholic Church

71 McAdenville Road 704-825-7283

503 N. Main Street 704-825-9600

Friendship Baptist Church

230 W. Charlotte Ave. 704-827-0968

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

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

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

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

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

300 S. Main St. 704-827-2481

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

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

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

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

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

South Point Baptist Church

5339 S. New Hope Rd 704-825-8252

124 Horsley Ave. 704-825-9516

Jehovah’s Witnesses

Goshen Presbyterian Church

South Point Freewill Baptist

1736 Kelly Rd. 704-263-0199

297 Gaither Rd. 704-825-8045

Lighthouse Full Gospel Church

South Point United Methodist

530 N. Hawthorne St. 704-827-1442

510 South Point Church Rd. 704-825-4019

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

220 Park Terrace Dr. 704-827-7801

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

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

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

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

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

3100 Bethlehem Church St. 704-823-5050

Carolina Community Baptist 604 Martha Ave 704-824-2872

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

Epic Church 100 Indian Walk 704-671-4652

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

Lowell Free Will Baptist Church

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

First Baptist Church of Lowell 400 W. 1st St. 704-824-1215

First Baptist Church 317 W. 1st St. 704-824-1213

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

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

The Pointe

Woodlawn Baptist Church

6700 Wilkinson Blvd 704-825-1709

1101 N. Main St. 704-824-4261

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

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704-867-2317

235 8th Ave. 704-824-1991

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

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

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

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

Amazing Grace Baptist Church Christ’s Evangelical Lutheran 203 S. Main St. 704-263-2621

Community Pentecostal Center 320 Ralph Handsel Blvd.

704-263-8731

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

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

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

New Faith Baptist Church

26 Kee Rd. 704-825-5987

1005 Catawba St. 704-825-8730

First Baptist Church

7280 Sifford Rd. 704-827-6277

Stowe Memorial Baptist Church

Unity Baptist Church

East Wilkinson Blvd.

704-824-5319

108 Horseshoe Bend Beach Rd. 704-827-8676

128 Robbins St. 704-824-1356

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Cramerton Temple of God Church

STANLEY

201 N. Main St. 704-824-8814

Gaston Christian Church

154 N. Main St. 704-824-3831

St. Anthony of Padua Traditional Catholic Church

Lowell Smyre United Methodist Church

3717 Hickory Grove Rd. 704-827-3939

701 Secrest Ave. 704-825-8175

740 Rankin Ave. 704-827-5181

3010 Lowell Rd. 704-824-9389

Hickory Grove Baptist Church

St. Marks United Methodist Church

Second Baptist Church

Grace Baptist Church

124 Georgia Belle Ave. 704-579-7823

Springwood Freewill Baptist

105 Pine Rd. 704-827-3856

Bethlehem Church

Sanctuary of Praise Ministries

124 Georgia Belle Ave 704-965-1004

Ridgeview Baptist Church

1013 W. Charlotte Ave. 704-827-7656

5008 S. New Hope Rd 704-825-3276

Grace Korean Ch Assembly-God

826 W. Charlotte Ave. 704-827-2999

LOWELL

300 Westland Farm Rd. 704-827-8600

Roper Street 704-827-6280

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

Family Worship Center First Baptist Church-Mt. Holly

CRAMERTON 151 8th Ave. 704-824-3889

New Saint Paul Holiness Church

6014 S. New Hope Rd 704-825-7959

300 E. Wesleyan Dr. 704-824-1073

208 Rankin Ave. 704-827-8596

1104 Old NC 27 Hwy. 704-827-0822

BELMONT

McAdenville Wesleyan Church

Cramerton Independent Presbyterian Church

New Providence Baptist Church

Will of God Church

192 Main St. 704-824-2740

Mt. Holly Church of God

14514 Lucian Riverbend Hwy. 704-827-4468

Grace Wesleyan Church

McAdenville Baptist Church

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

1224 Mayberry Rd. 704-263-0249

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Welcome Baptist Church 811 Mauney Rd.

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Centerview Church homecoming Sept. 30 Centerview Baptist Church, 2300 Acme Rd. Belmont, will have its homecoming on Sept. 30 at 10:30am.

Baked chicken will be served.

All food is free. Loaves and Fishes Pantry each Tuesday from 9-11am. Free food and clothes to those in need.

Spiritual Gardening: Sequential P’s

Pastor Gilley recognized for service Pastor Bobby Gilley was recognized and a day of celebration was held at South Gastonia Church of God on Sunday Sept. 9th.

A fellowship breakfast was held for the apprx 175 folks who showed up at 9am before the 10:00am service of 350+. Gifts were given, powerful songs sung and many thanks given for all that Pastor Gilley and his wife have done for 25 years which has been through many ministries, including Victory Christian Academy which is an extension of the church. COG Western NC Administrative Bishop Dr. Ken Bell delivered the evening service while National COG Overseer Tim Hill preached the message at the 10am service. South Gastonia Church of God is located @ 310 Carolina Ave in Gastonia. Service times are: Life Line Groups Sun 9am; Worship Sun 10am & 6pm; Wed Family Night 7pm; Prayer Meetings Sunday Morning 9:45am, Sunday Evening 5:30pm, Tuesday Evening 7pm, and Thursday Morning 10am.

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South Point UMC celebration announced South Point United Methodist Church is celebrating 140 yrs. On Sept 23 at 11.00am. The church is also celebrating 50 years as a United Methodist Church, established in 1968 when the Methodist Church joined the Evangelical United Brethren Church.

All members and former members are invited. Speaker will be Rev. Ken Curtis, former pastor. Lunch will follow the worship service, with meat provided and attendees are asked to bring large side items to share.

The church is located at 510 South Point Church Rd, just off South Point Rd. You may RSVP at 704-825-4019.

There are some all the proverbs; powerful forces at regularly. work in our world.

With our hurWe recently had ricane trifecta a unique solar we had nearly a eclipse, an unusuweek to prepare. ally large solar Actually we had flare, a volcanic more than that eruption perched didn’t we? We for arrival in Icehad years! Many land and regular emergencies may Dennis Siracusa annual tornadoes impact our need and hurricanes. Here in North for water and certain food Carolina, our “hurricane sea- stuffs, power, light, and toison” shows up between June let paper but go look at any 1 and November 30th every grocery store and watch the year. It’s when the Atlantic anxious, angry, and fearful Ocean waters are most favor- last minute chaos in advance ably warm to form them. In of an emergency. How much 2017 we experienced a hur- better it would have been if ricane trifecta. Harvey, Irma these preparations were aland Jose all in the space of ready in place. If you can’t a month, touched our shores buy bottled water, go home and lives. What was interest- and fill one’s potable water ing to me was the adequate barrel with 55 gallons of advance notice we had and water. Batteries, propane, our varied human responses. and basic foodstuffs should Hurricanes show up every always be in place, shouldn’t single year like clockwork they? If it is then we avoid yet we often see last minute, being drawn into the last minfrenzied, emotional activity ute emotional frenzy. as storms draw near. Why? Along with basic advance It seems that we haven’t planning sometimes we need been passionate about to do more. If large trees wisely ordering our priori- loom over your home, plan ties and forming a plan, be- and budget to cut them down fore an emergency impacts so you won’t have to fret over us. Shouldn’t we do a little them crushing your property advance planning for a vari- and lives. If flooding is posety of possible emergencies sible maybe buying a boat so we aren’t caught lacking makes sense. This doesn’t basic resources in tough situ- happen at the last minute. ations? It seems the first step Thinking ahead is vital. Then is to want to do it; to see that protect and reinforce your forming a plan is important garden and landscape plants, in the first place; to embrace move potted plants and other common sense. lightweight objects inside When we walk outside, and pray. Pray for continuhow often do we consider a ing wisdom, safety, and the little ant? They aren’t as in- Lord’s protection over your significant as we may imag- home, family and friends. ine. In fact they can teach us And look for ways your wise a lot about working hard and action steps can be a blessing planning ahead. Read Prov- to others who weren’t as paserbs 6:6. Then, if you con- sionate about setting priorisider our considerable need ties, planning and preparing for wisdom altogether, read as you were.

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Carothers Funeral Home staff.

Photos by John Jacob

Thursday, September 20, 2018

Bill Joles (left) of International Minute Press and Bill Osborne of Right at Home.

Carothers hosts Chamber networking event, military salute Carothers Funeral Home and Dignity Memorial saluted our nation’s military and veterans while hosting Chamber members and friends for Network After Work at their beautiful building in Gaston Memorial Park on Thursday, Sept. 13, 2018.

A short program at the start of the evening included

a POW/MIA Remembrance ceremony and Pledge of Allegiance conducted by Jim Mayo and members of the Honor Guard. Speaking for Carothers were General Manager Andy May, Karen Allen and Scotty Teague.

Montcross Area Chamber President Ted Hall also made comments.

Veteran service organizations were on hand to provide information and answer questions for veterans and other guests. Toys were collected for the Marine Corps Toys for Tots program.

For more information on Carothers Funeral Home, call 704.865.9521.

NC Rep. John Torbett (center) with representatives of the Honor Guard at Carothers Funeral Home at Gaston Memorial Park.

Veterans and other guests at the Carothers Funeral Home event.

Carothers officials leading the program were left to right: General Manager Andy May, Scotty Teague, Karen Allen and Scot Werkmeister along with Ted Hall, Chamber President.

Local City Clerks sworn in during ceremony at Pinehurst The City Clerks from Cramerton and Mt. Holly were recently sworn in on Saturday night, August 18th, as the 1st Vice President and the District 11 Director for the North Carolina Association of Municipal Clerks. The swearing in took place at The Carolina Hotel in Pinehurst, NC. Cramerton’s Wilene Cunningham was sworn in by Sonja Tolbert, the International Institute of Municipal Clerks (IIMC) Region III Director from Albany, GA. and Mt. Holly’s Amy Miller was sworn in

by IIMC President, Stephanie Kelly from Charlotte. They were sworn in at the NC Association of Municipal Clerks Annual Banquet.

This is great representation for Gaston County and our region.

Amy Miller photos

Mt. Holly’s Amy Miller, right, was named as First Vice President.

Cramerton’s Wilene Cunningham, far left, was named Director.

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MORE HURRICANE from page 3

Stanley police worked 16-18 hour shifts after the storm. Stanley Mayor Ned Cannon praised the town’s citizens.

“I’m proud of the people of

Stanley,” he said. “We came through the storm well.”

Also in the aftermath of Hugo, the Red Cross set up mobile kitchens in the Belmont/ Mount Holly area that

This large tree on Hickory Grove Rd. fell during the weekend’s downpours.

served Hugo victims sandwiches, soup, and drinks. The kitchens were located at places such as Mount Holly Jr. High, Belmont First Presbyterian, and Stanley Rescue Squad. A photo in the Mount Holly News showed Red Cross volunteers from Michigan handing out vittles to

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folks.

To get the electricity flowing again to the thousands of area homes that were without it, crews from Alabama Power and Light came up to help Duke Power workers. In appreciation, Allen Foreman in North Belmont hung an old quilt with

City of Belmont employees Tim Mecum and Phil Wigger clearing storm debris at Kevin Loftin Riverfront Park.

the words “Thank You Alabama Power and Light” painted on it from his front porch.

People pulled together to help one another after Hugo.

One person that the Banner profiled in this regard was Ann Auten of Catawba Heights who was helping her

disabled neighbor, Shirley Robinson, cope with being without electricity by cooking meals for her on a camp stove.

Another story talked about how Stanley postmaster Frank Guida and his colleagues at the post office were loaned a generator so they would have lights to sort the mail.

This huge oak at the corner of Central Avenue and South Point Rd. in Belmont fell during the storm and took down power lines and poles with it.

Photos by Alan Hodge

Cramerton Drug is on the banks of the South Fork and the owners prepared for the worst.

Photo by Alan Hodge Water barriers ready for inflation at Cramerton Fire Dept.

Canoe launch in Cramerton being flooded.

Sam Stowe of Belmont is seen beside the huge tree that fell on his Central Ave. property during last year’s Irma. The giant oak knocked down several other smaller trees while it was at it.

Photo by Alan Hodge

Mt. Holly city manager Danny Jackson, fire chief Ryan Baker, and police chief Don Roper look over emergency plans prior to the arrival of Florence.

Photo by Mary Smith

The Belmont Drive-In suffered terrible damage during Hugo.

Archival photos This is the front page of the Belmont Banner just after Hugo.

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Community Jazz Series coming

Two days before the big game against South Point, Stuart Cramer freshman Lauryn Nelson gets in some extra practice twirling her silk in her backyard. Nelson is a member of the color guard for the Stuart Cramer Raging Storm Marching Band.

Photo by John Wilson

Sometimes all you need is a broom

By John Wilson John.bannernews@gmail.com

If you really want to do something you’ll find a way to get it done.

Without even knowing it, that was the motto that Stuart Cramer freshman Lauryn Nelson adopted when she decided she wanted to do something different when she went to high school.

While still an eighth grader at Mount Holly Middle School, Miss Nelson decided that when she moved up to Cramer High she wanted to be a member of the color guard in the Raging Storm Marching Band.

Lauryn did a little bit of research, talked to a few people and even watched some video of girls twirling the colorful flags, known as silks. The videos showed a pageantry of color and movement. What Lauryn discovered intrigued her enough that she decided she wanted to do that. “I wanted to join guard because it looked fun,” Lauryn explained. “I wanted to try something new.”

However, there was just one small problem, Lauryn really didn’t know much about color guard or silks, or marching.

So what do you do?

Once she made her decision she decided she would figure it out. With no formal instruction, and armed with nothing but YouTube videos, Lauryn Nelson started to teach herself. She didn’t have a silk to work with so she improvised. Lauryn looked around the house and found that a kitchen broom was a pretty good substitute for a silk.

For much of last winter, and on into the spring of 2018, Lauryn practiced.

She tossed and twirled the broom in her kitchen, her backyard, and in the family living room. The more she twirled that broom the more determined she was to make the team when the time came.

Once the tryout announcement came out Lauryn eagerly signed up and continued to practice. She was even able to give up her broom and move up to a silk that was gifted to her.

When tryouts came Lauryn was nervous yet excited.

She gave it her all and hoped for the best. A week or so later, she got the email confirming that all the hard work paid off. She had made the squad.

For a young lady who is one of six children the news was exciting. Lauryn could now add her accomplishment alongside those of her older brother and two sisters. Siblings who had already made their mark in sports, the arts and the military.

“I was proud of myself for doing something no one in my family had done,” Lauryn said with a big smile on her face. “Learning how to do it all by myself. I really didn’t have anybody to teach me any of the techniques.”

Even though Lauryn made the team there was lots of works to do.

In August she went to band camp. There she learned from Mrs. Cole her color instructor and Cramer High’s band director Kameron Radford. Lauryn soon found that being in the guard was a lot harder then what some would think. In addition to twirling

and throwing silks in the air the members of the guard needed to keep up with the band.

“You have to work on staying in tempo with the band,” Lauryn explained.

“You need to be on time with the rest of the guard.”

Lauryn’s first performance would be at halftime during the South Point-Cramer game. As the big game approached Lauryn was excited and a bit anxious.

Lauryn didn’t want to let her teammates down, so she grabbed her silk and marched into the backyard for a bit more practice.

“I’m nervous about staying on time and making sure I catch all my tosses,” she explained.

As she practiced she had a grin on her face a mile wide.

It was obvious that she was doing something she took great joy in.

Game day soon came and went in the flurry that is high school football.

In the end things turned out just fine. Lauryn was finally able to breathe a sigh of relief. Cramer lost the game, but overall she thought the band did well in their first performance. In fact, in her postgame thoughts, Lauryn didn’t sound like a freshman at all. She almost sounded like an old pro.

“I think we did good,” Lauren noted. “But there is always room for improvement.”

Yeah, not bad for someone that started with a broom.

Within a matter of days, Elements of Empowerment, Inc. will mark two milestones.

On September 23, they will begin the second season of the Community Jazz Series.

On September 27, they will celebrate their 2nd Anniversary.

Elements of Empowerment, Inc. is delighted to continue in partnership with Belmont Abbey College to present Season II of the Community Jazz Series (Jazz @ The Abbey.)

The 2017 2018 inaugural season was an incredible success that garnered positive reviews and praise from patrons, performers, and the series partner. Shows were performed between Abbey Players’ rehearsals and productions.

Due to scheduling matters, the final concert took place on the working set of Wait Until Dark. It was a happy accident that resulted in four incredible concerts to be performed against theatrical backdrops.

For the upcoming season, concerts are coordinated with, rather than around, the Abbey Players’ theater season. Accomplished performers will present music and history via intimate concerts at the Haid Theater, on the working set of the current

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Community Jazz Series Dates: September 23, 2018 - Tickets On Sale Now! (See the attached poster.)

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Every concert will be performed the Sunday that follows opening night of each play. Each show will feature two 45-minute sets, with a brief intermission, followed by a reception.

Dawn Anthony (pictured) with the Lovell Bradford Ensemble will open the series. Dawn previously shared her talents with Elements of Empowerment, Inc. as a guest author/storyteller for their Cultural Readings & Rhythms From The Rocker.

The organization will commemorate their anniversary by selecting the winner for the custom-painted rocker that was featured in that program.

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February 17, 2019 Artist Mayhue Bostic Band on the set of Much Ado About Nothing

by William Shakespeare April 7, 2019 A Sign Of The Times on the set of Bye Bye Birdie book by Michael Stewart Music by Charles Strauss and lyrics by Lee Adams Concert tickets are available at Caravan Coffee & Dessert Bar, on the Elements of Empowerment Facebook page, at Givelify.com, and at the door.

Advance purchase is highly recommended. Season tickets are $35 each Reserved reception seating included. Individual tickets are $10.00 each Tickets for children under 12 are $5.00 and sold only at the door.

Facing the storms of life This past week we have been facing the effects of Hurricane Florence. People prepared the best they could, not knowing what they may face ahead of the storm.

Those of us who remember Hurricane Hugo can recall just how much damage such storms can cause. This storm brought damaging winds, floods, and worst of all, loss of life. Our prayers are with everyone affected. Just as surely as storms such as this develop, we also face storms in our daily lives as well.

Mark 4:35-41 recalls a time in the ministry of Jesus where He was teaching near the Sea of Galilee. Many of His greatest miracles and teachings took place near this lake in Israel. After He finished teaching that day, Jesus went by boat to cross the lake to the other side.

His disciples went along with Him. While in the boat, Jesus went to the back and fell asleep after a long day of teaching. While they were at sea, a storm blew up. Often storms would come from nowhere on this body of water.

Although many we can count on of the disciples life’s storms hapwere seasoned pening to us. Not fishermen, they only will storms could not save come, but too often the boat from the we are powerless wind and waves. to do anything It began filling about them, just with water. Fearas the disciples ing for their lives, were powerless to the disciples went Rev. Trent Rankin save their boat. In to wake Jesus, life’s storms, we cannot rely asking Him if He did not on our own abilities. The care that they were about to disciples were experienced perish. Jesus stood up and on the sea, yet they turned rebuked the wind, and said to the roaring waves, “Peace, to Jesus. Just the same, when be still” (Mark 4:39, NKJV). life’s storms arise, we need to The wind ceased, and the turn to Jesus. It is only Jesus water calmed. Jesus asked who can calm life’s storms. the disciples why they had Sometimes though, Jesus no faith. The disciples were may not calm the storms in amazed that even the wind our lives, yet He will calm us as we endure them. Whether and water obeyed Him! The disciples realized that He calms our storms or calms day on the water the same us, He is with us. Maybe thing we see often, storms you are experiencing life’s of life blow up expectantly. storms today. Turn to Jesus, Sometimes health issues arise so He may say to your heart, from nowhere. Out of the “Peace, be still.” blue someone may lose their Rev. Trent Rankin job or face other financial cri- Salvation Church sis. Family issues arise, such Gastonia, NC as divorce or strife in the salvationchurchnc.org home. Whatever it may be, pastortrent@salvationchurchnc.org

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NC autumn leaf color outlook is great N.C. leaf-lookers will have plenty to enjoy this season.

The NC mountains usually have six weeks of autumn color. Find the areas of best color by taking a short drive along the Blue Ridge Parkway or other scenic drives up the mountain ridges. Elevation is the biggest factor for time of color change, along with the cooling weather. An early frost

speeds up the color change and warm weather prolongs it.

Peak Color 2018 Prediction Debut color now is along the Blue Ridge Parkway in the Rough Ridge and Graveyard Fields areas.

• September Last Week: 6,000+ feet elevation: Many high ridges like Mount Mitchell have spotty color, while these two lofty places

along the Parkway usually turn first: Rough Ridge and Graveyard Fields.

• October First Week: Above 5,000 feet elevation.

The leaves in the highest mountains north of Asheville turn first, especially , Craggy Gardens, and Beech Mountain. South on the Parkway, head to Waterrock Knob and Black Balsam areas.

• October Second Week: 4,000-5,000 feet elevation.

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5th Annual Dannie Benjamin Missions Fund 5K Walk/Run set The 5th Annual Dannie Benjamin Mission Fund 5K Walk/Run is set for Saturday, October 13, 2018 at the First Baptist Church, Belmont, at 23 N. Central Ave, Belmont, NC 28012.

To register: https://tinyurl.com/Db5k2018, or www.firstbaptistbelmont.com or www. facebook.com/firstbaptistchurchbelmont.

You can also call (704)825-3758.

All proceeds go toward the Dannie Benjamin Mission Fund,which supports Evangelistic, Medical, Dental, and Community missions. The 5K is also a YMCA Gaston Cup Series Race Event.

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Brilliant color really picks up steam, including Mount Pisgah and Devil’s Courthouse areas south on the Blue Ridge Parkway. The mountains surrounding Waynesville and Cashiers peak, including Whiteside Mountain with the Shadow of the Bear. Also, see colorful highest ridges of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and drive the Cherohala Skyway. Camp at Lake Santeetlah.

• October Third Week: 3,000-4,000 feet elevation.

The ultimate week for the most color including large sections of the Blue Ridge

Parkway. This also includes much of Pisgah National Forest. Drive the Forest Heritage Scenic Byway. Top hikes there include Looking Glass Rock or Cradle of Forestry.

North of Asheville, best color will be Banner Elk and hikes to Table Rock and Hawksbill Mountain at Linville Gorge.

West of Asheville, head to Maggie Valley, Cherokee and Bryson City.

• October Last Week: 2,000-3,000 feet elevation.

The city of Asheville, French Broad River and Biltmore Estate show their best color, along with many of our small

towns including Sylva and Saluda. It’s a great time for a waterfall hike in DuPont State Forest or a stroll at the NC Arboretum.

• November First Week: 1,000-2,000 feet elevation.

Color fills the lush Hickory Nut Gorge at Chimney Rock. See the fall reflections on Lake Lure. Also hike and camp at Lake James and South Mountains State Parks east of Asheville. The leaf progression concludes in the foothills around Marion, Rutherfordton and Tryon Foothills Wine Country.

Cancer summit set for Sept. 21, 2018 The Warlick Family YMCA 2221 Robinwood Rd., Gastonia, is hosting a Biden Cancer Institute Community Summit on Friday, Sept 21 from 12 - 1:20 pm. This event is open to the community and targeting survivors for support and discussion.

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South Point rumbles past Cramer 33-7

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If there was going to be a time that Stuart Cramer was going to be able to beat South Point in football this was it.

Before taking the field things looked good for the Storm.

After three games Cramer was 3-0. In the first three games of the year Cramer had established a well-rounded offense and a solid defense.

Maybe this was the year Cramer would finally get over the hump and beat the Red Raiders. However that isn’t how things turned out.

In a game played on Thursday night due to the approach of Hurricane Florence, the Red Raiders held Cramer in check and marched on to a decisive 33-7 win.

South Point won the game the old fashion way, they ran the ball hard and played solid defense.

“We played good,” head coach Adam Hodge said.

“We played together. We played like South Point.”

The game wasn’t as lopsided as the final score indicated. In the early going Cramer was giving South Point a serious run. At halftime the Red Raiders were only up 14-7.

In the second half things changed. The Red Raiders shifted into overdrive, and the Storm’s offense just sputtered. The Red Raiders ability to establish the run proved to be pivotal in getting the win.

How strong South Point ran was highlighted by the kind of game fullback Naseem Jones turned in. To put it bluntly, Jones had a monster of the game. “I’m real proud of Naseem,” coach Hodge said. “He had 252 yards and four touchdowns. He ran really hard.”

Of course, no running back can get that kind of

yardage unless they have some help up front. Against Cramer, the South Point offensive line delivered, paving the way for Jones and the other Red Raider runners.

That kind of effort didn’t go unnoticed by the coaching staff.

“I thought they played Photos by Calvin Craig/Superraiders well,” Coach Hodge said of Jones on the carry. the offensive line.

Overall South Point had 422 yards total yards of offense to Cramer’s 216. Most of Cramer’s yardage came on the first half.

Defensively the Red Raiders played a complete game.

Earlier in the year South Point struggled to play four quarters of solid defensive football.

That wasn’t the case against Cramer. The Red Raiders were a little sloppy in the early going but came through in the end by preventing the Storm from mounting any type of late game rally.

“We played pretty solid,” coach Hodge said of the defense. “We played well in the second half. Not so much in Naseem Jones carried for 158 yards and four touchdowns. the first, but we finally put See more game action on page 15 two halves together.”

South Point’s top defensive performers were Tanner Canterberry, Josh Bogen, and Devon King. King had a good day on offense as well. His top play was a 59-yard TD reception from Keaton Hale.

This week the 3-2 Red Raiders will have a bye.

They next take the field on September 24th when they go up against the Ashbrook Greenwave.

Cramer on the other hand has already had their bye week. This week the 3-1 Storm will travel to Kings Mountain to take on the 3-1 Mountaineers.

Tanner Canterberry sacks the Storm QB.

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When the smoke cleared, South Point beat Stuart Cramer 33-7. See JV action on page 14.

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South Point Red Raiders visiting the Stuart Cramer Storm Thursday night. The Raiders won the game 33-7.

South Point running back #23 Devon King runs through the Cramer defense for a big gain.

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Stuart Cramer quarterback Luke Carpenter passes down field for a gain vs South Point Thursday night.

Stuart Cramer takes to the field against South Point.

Storm Linebacker #44 Karson Setzer follows the play around the end and makes a tackle.

Tyreese Morris #4 take a hand off and cuts around the end for a first down.

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MICS #1 Austin McConnel races for the goal against Langtree.

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Mt. Island Charter varsity soccer team met Langtree Charter Academy last week and won 8-0.

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Mt. Holly police video surveillance program open for registration The Mt. Holly Police Department has instituted a video surveillance registration program.

This program allows Mount Holly residents and business owners within the Mt. Holly city limits to register the locations of their video surveillance systems.

When a crime occurs, police will be able to identify the locations of nearby video cameras and enlist the assistance of the community to help officers collect video evidence and follow up on leads.

Those who live outside the city limits are encouraged to register with Gaston County Police.

If you are interested in participating, please fill out the online form http://bit. ly/MHPDCameraRegistration), download a printable form on the MHPD website https://mtholly.us/uploads/ video-surveillance-registration-program-form.pdf), or pick up a paper copy in the

Mount Holly Police Department lobby located at 400 E. Central Ave., Mount Holly, NC 28120.

Full details and the Terms of Use are listed below: Mount Holly Video Surveillance Equipment Registration Program PolicyRegistration is voluntary, and there is no cost associated with registration. Registering your system does not provide MHPD with direct access to a surveillance system or cameras. Registrants may ask to edit or delete their system registration at any time. To do so, contact mary.smith@ mtholly.us or call (704) 827 – 4343. An individual’s personal information will be kept confidential by the City unless subject to disclosure by court order. If necessary, information will be accessed by law enforcement personnel who are investigating a crime in the vicinity of where the camera is located. Registrants will only be contacted

by the Mount Holly Police Department if there is a criminal incident in the vicinity of the security camera.

Terms of Use The goal of this program is to deter crime and promote public safety through collaboration between the Mount Holly Police Department and our community. Accordingly, by registering my camera system, I am indicating my agreement to the following terms: My information will be kept confidential by the MHPD unless subject to disclosure by law or court order.

Under no circumstances are registrants acting as an agent or employee of the MHPD or the City of Mount Holly

through their participation in this program. This program does not and cannot provide action surveillance of your property and is not to be construed as a promise or obligation to provide any level of safety or security to your property. If necessary, the Mount Holly Police Department will contact me directly, using the information I provided on this form, to request the appropriate video surveillance footage.

Return the completed form by mail, by fax, by email to mary.smith@ mtholly.us, or by dropping it off at the Police Department (400 E. Central Ave., Mount Holly, NC 28120) during normal business hours.

Program Frequently Asked Questions How does the program work?

Many residents and business owners operate surveillance systems at their homes and/or businesses that record public areas. As crimes occur nearby, they are not always aware that their camera system may have captured information that could help solve a crime. Likewise, law enforcement is not always aware of who may have this potentially helpful information.

The Mount Holly Police Department is asking residents and business owners to register their privately-owned surveillance camera systems, on a voluntary basis. As MHPD responds to criminal incidents within our service area, MHPD may be able to use the security camera footage to assist in the apprehension and prosecution of the criminals involved. There is no fee to register, and your information will be kept confidential.

This is not an active sur-

veillance program being operated by the department, and the department will not have direct access to any of the registered private camera systems. The completed registration information will be housed in a secure network and your information will be kept confidential.

What are the benefits of registering my camera system?

The video surveillance registration program will help MHPD personnel quickly identify nearby cameras that may have captured criminal activity. After registering your camera, you will only be contacted by the MHPD if there is a criminal incident in the vicinity of your security camera system. Officers, if necessary, may request to view your camera footage in order to assist in an investigation. By registering your system with its exterior cameras, you can help See MHPD, Page 19

Mountain Island Charter Middle School football action

The Mt. Island Charter School Middle School football team met St. Marks Catholic last week.

Mt. Island came out on top 42-0. In this shot, Raptor QB Tiger Coffin #7 hurls a pass.

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The Belmont Middle School Wildcats football team met the WC Friday Middle School Cavaliers last week and came away with a 22-8 win. Here are some action shots from the game.

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Red Raider JV action scenes

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What kind of information is on the registration form?

Two versions of the same form are available: one paper form (available by printing off the MHPD website or by picking up a hard copy in the lobby) or online form. On both versions, you’ll be asked to provide contact information as well as basic information about the location and

recording of your cameras.

On the online form, you may click on multiple boxes for the areas recorded, and you may provide any additional information in the box provided. You can unsubscribe from the program at any time.

MHPD asks that if you have more than one location you would like to register please submit separate forms for each unique address. After completing the form please follow the directions listed on the bottom of the form.

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Reader Advisory: the National Trade Associations we belong to has purchased the following classifieds. Determining the value of their service or product is advised by this publication. In order to avoid misunderstandings, some advertisers do not offer employment but rather supply the readers with manuals, directories and other materials designed to help their clients establish mail order selling and other businesses at home. Under NO circumstance should you send any money in advance or give the client your checking, license ID, or credit card numbers. Also beware of ads that claim to guarantee loans regardless of credit and note that if a credit repair company does business only over the phone it s illegal to request any money before delivering its service. All funds are based in US dollars. 800 numbers may or may not reach Canada.

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CLASSIFIED ADS To place your ad go to CarolinaClassifieds.com or call 704-484-1047 ANNOUNCEMENTS EVERYTHING CHRISTMAS SALE. SAVE 70-90% off retail on TOYS, DECOR, and GIFTS. One Day only, Saturday October 6th, 9am-5pm. CASH ONLY! SIDE DOOR SALE, next to MIGHTY DOLLAR, FOREST CITY.

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REUNIONS

EMPLOYMENT

EMPLOYMENT

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THE ANNUAL GETTYS REUNION. Will be held Sunday, October 7th at 1pm at the Duncan’s Creek Presbyterian Church, 1658 Duncan’s Creek Road, Ellenboro, NC 28040.

Please bring a covered dish for lunch and join us for the occasion. All defendants of Samuel & William Gettys are encouraged to come. You will learn more about your ancestors from Gettysburg and meet many of your cousins, like the Toneys, Prices, Davis, McFarlands, Hamricks, and Biggerstaffs.

For more information about the reunion, Call Marietta Gettys Floyd at (704) 487-5480

HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR. Experienced Heavy Equipment Operator needed.

Must have a valid drivers license with good record and must be able to travel. Good benefits including 401K, EEO Company. Apply in person at 2566 Old Georgia Hwy, Gaffney, SC or send resume to myraslack@bellsouth.net. (864) 838-0895

INTERIOR / EXTERIOR HOUSE PAINTER. Needed for rental property. Must have painting experience. (704) 4734299

MAINTENANCE WORKER NEEDED. 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

DRIVERS WANTED: CLASS A CDL. Eight positions available in Spartanburg, SC. Full or part time. 2 years experience. 53’ trailers. All local trips. Excellent pay. Great benefits. Cyclone Trucking in Spartanburg. (704) 236-4095

MACHINE OPERATORS AND TECHNICIANS WANTED! BWF, a manufacturer of high performance fibers is expanding! We have immediate openings for experienced machine operators and technicians. HOURS: 8pm to 8am, 48/36 rotating schedule PAY: Up to $17.00/ hour Must have good work history and pass pre-employment screening. BWF offers health insurance, 401K, paid time off, climate controlled plant!

APPLY ONLINE AT: www. whychoosebw.com OR APPLY IN PERSON: M-F between 8am and 12pm.

100 Glass Way, Shelby, NC 28152 (Exit 193 off US 74) BWF is a Equal Opportunity Employer bwfcareers@ gmail.com

CREST HIGH SCHOOL CLASS 73 REUNION. Saturday 10/6/18 @ 6pm. Cleveland County Country Club. $40 per person. Deadline September 24. For more info call Vickie Jones (704) 434-0815 JONES REUNION. The Jones Reunion will be Saturday, September 22 at the Frazier Recreation Building-108 Kate Court, Shelby. Lunch at 12:30. All family and friends of John Willis and Catherine Jones are invited to attend. Ice and paper products will be furnished. Bring food and drinks. If you have questions call (704) 692-5113

EMPLOYMENT NEED LIVE IN COMPANION for gentleman. Need help with daily care and errands. Must have drivers license. (704) 9379596 **NOW HIRING** Part Time or Full Time Experienced Screen Printer. (704) 4842077 matthew@bradleysports. net FARM LABOR WORKERS NEEDED. Must have NC Drivers License. (704) 473-4299 NOW HIRING ROOFERS. Experienced Laborers. Must have valid drivers license. Also need Experienced Single Ply Roofers and Experienced Shingle Roofers. Cline Co., Inc. (704) 477-0516 HELP WANTED. Contact CTS Tree Service. (704) 418-3083 MAINTENANCE MAN & GROUNDS KEEPER needed full time for Rental Properties. Must have valid NC drivers license. (704) 473-4299 SHELBYNCJOBS.COM The economy is booming. This is a great time to find new employment. NC4Ever@email.com APARTMENT MAINTENANCE PERSON NEEDED for a 50 unit apartment in Kings Mountain. Responsibilities to include: minor plumbing, electric, painting, carpentry, appliance & HVAC knowledge. Apply to: LandMarkFrederick@gmail.com

DIESEL/TRUCK MECHANIC. Full and part time. 1 year experience. Local job. Excellent pay. Good benefits.

Cyclone Trucking. (704) 2364095 HEATING & AIR INSTALLERS/HELPERS. Now hiring Heating & Air Conditioning Installers and Helpers.

Must have clean drivers’ license. Subject to pre-employment drug screen and background check. Apply in person at Shelby Heating & Air; 1990 Eaves Road, Shelby. (704) 487-7877 lisa@shelbyhvac.com SENIOR CITIZEN. Needs someone to take and get groceries a few times monthly.

(704) 974-8440 HAVE CLEAN DRIVING RECORD. Must pass drug test and physical. Call United Cab at (704) 482-7000 CLEVELAND COUNTY AREA. Wanted someone to live in and care for elderly women in upper Cleveland County Area. Must have a valid driver’s License and a nonsmoker. Please call for details. (704) 284-2116

PT PHARMACY CASHIER NEEDED Are you interested in a part-time job in a fast paced, dynamic work environment?

If so, then TAS Drug Cherryville would love for you to join our team!

We have an opening for a part-time pharmacy cashier that would average around 25-29 hours per week. You must be over 18 to apply and have open availability. Please send inquiries along with a resume to tasdrug@yahoo. com tasdrug@yahoo.com CDL DRIVER NEEDED. Local runs. Must apply in person at 1025 County Home Road, Shelby, NC. (704) 472-4666

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

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ROUTE DRIVER WANTED for Newspaper delivery every Wednesday and Thursday.

Must have Van, SUV or Truck with cover, able to lift and carry 40lbs (physically fit). RETIREES WELCOME. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE. Current routes available in Cherryville/Belmont areas. Bring resume or pick-up application at Shelby Shopper Office, 503 North Lafayette Street, Shelby NC 28150.

PART-TIME SITE MANAGER NEEDED in the Rutherfordton area for a local apartment complex. 25 hours per week. Duties involve processing applications and other administrative tasks.

Applicants must have strong administrative and computer skills and should be resourceful, energetic and able to communicate well with the general public. A positive work history and references required, as well as a credit, criminal and drug test check. Equal Opportunity Employer. Email resumes to Jvoltmer@partnershippm.com or mail resumes to Mr. Voltmer, PO Box 26405, Greensboro, NC 27404.

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES AUTOMOTIVE PARTS STORE FOR SALE. Located in the Foothills of NC. Automotive, Tractor, Heavy Duty Trucks, up to date inventory. Buy Business Inventory of Business and Building.

Owner Retiring. Serious inquiries only. 828-223-1564.

FULL TURN KEY RESTAURANT AND BAR for rent.

Located downtown Spindale. Too much equipment to list all. Seats 125 plus, over 3000 sqft. Must see! (828) 289-6699

GENERAL MECHANIC NEEDED. Must have experience on heavy equipment and big trucks. Apply in person at 1025 County Home Road, Shelby, NC. 704-472-3100, (704) 4724666

BUSINESS SERVICES

NEED A LABORER. Must have a valid driver license. Apply in person at 1025 County Home Road Shelby, NC, 28152

HAVE TRUCK WILL HAUL. Cleanup trees, trash, etc. Rake and haul leaves or any small jobs. Call Jim (704) 300-5666

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FREEDOM LAWN CARE AND MORE. Free Estimates. (704) 477-5606 freedomlawnandmore@gmail.com HANDYMAN SMALL JOB SPECIALIST. Decks, gutters, siding cleaned, repaired, painting, sealing, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, toilets, ceiling fans, lights, blinds, chainsaw, yard, lawn, assembly. (Shelby, Forest City, Gaffney) Call Paul (828) 303-3272 WNC CHIMNEY SWEEP, WESTERN CAROLINA. Insured and Licensed. Cleaning, Repair, Caps, Pest Removals, 22 years experience. Ellenboro +75 miles. Neal, (828) 2237730 DUBOIS DUNN RIGHT CLEANOUT AND JUNK REMOVAL. Licensed & Insured. Foreclosure/rental cleanout, barn and garage cleanup, attic and cellars, scrap metal. 813-310-8869 (813) 310-9336 duboisdunncleanout@gmail.com CLEVELAND COUNTY GARAGE DOORS. Summer 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. 704-419-0117 (704) 472-9367 HANDYMAN, RETIRED. General contractor available for small job repairs and fixes.

Deck repair a specialty. Rutherford and Cleveland County areas. Call Bob, (828) 476-6058 GUTTER BUSTERS. All around handyman service, including gutter cleaning and blowing and most any yard work, including minor chainsaw work/tree trimming, bush trimming/removal, planting, raised beds, spreading mulch by the truck load, removing clutter of all types, storm damage cleanup, and more. No mowing. Tidy up your place by calling Robert for a free estimate. Serving Cleveland County for years.

(980) 295-0750 LAWN CONNECTION. For all your lawn needs. Call (704) 472-4737

Must Be Over 18.

Must Have Reliable Transportation .

Must Be Available Every Thursday.

Some heavy lifting required.

Apply In Person EARN EXTRA INCOME! 369Email Butler Road or • Forest resume info toCity

mike@cfmedia.info No Phone Calls Please

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CONCRETE WORK. Driveways, Patios, Sidewalks, Masonry, Repairs. Stucco and Brick repairs. Cutting and Grinding. Call John Ellison.

(828) 289-3652

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AUCTIONS

FOR SALE

REAL ESTATE AUCTION-DOCKERY DR Sept 30.

Vacant lots. Absentee/Telephone Bidding Available. www.soldfor.com. 321-267-8563. Shuler Shuler RE Auctioneers. D Shuler Lic RE Broker. (321) 267-8563 SOLDFOR@SOLDFOR.COM

EQUIPMENT SALE. Call for Price. Rental Center of Shelby is selling used equipment. We have all types of equipment still available. Construction, household moving and much more.

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YARD SALES CLEVELAND COUNTY TOWNSHIP THREE ELEMENTARY COMMUNITY YARD SALE. Saturday 09/29/18 from 8am-12pm. At the walking track.

If rain, in gym. 526 Davis Road, Shelby, NC 28152

RUTHERFORD COUNTY HUGE INSIDE YARD SALE. Rain or Shine, Sat. Sept. 22, 7am until. Each room filled with items. Glassware, dishes, furniture, decorations, so much more! 191 Forest Hills Drive, Forest City, NC 28043 MASSIVE CONSOLIDATION SALE OF HOMES! FRI. SEPT. 21ST, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM AND SAT. SEPT. 22ND, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM. BUSINESS OFFICE ITEMS, APPLIANCES, 5X7 AND 8X10 RUGS, COOKBOOKS, CHINA, AN OUTDOOR POND, CHAIRS, CREDENZA, COLLECTIBLES, SEASONAL FANFARE, AND CHRISTMAS. BRING YOUR SUV OR TRUCK AND LOAD UP. THE MORE YOU BUY THE BETTER THE DISCOUNT! WATCH FOR THE HUGE SIGNS! 3630 WHITESIDES ROAD, FOREST CITY, NC 28043 LJEANNIE1977@GMAIL.COM

OWN YOR OWN T-SHIRT BUSINESS. Your Cost $900 CASH Return on Investment $1800. Includes BRAND NEW T-shirt heat transfer machine, 180 stock design(s) Transfers and 120 Gildan Ultra cotton T-shirts. Call Steve (GASTONIA) (704) 214-3617 MAYTAG WASHER FOR SALE, $55. 828-223-0233 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 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 CARPORTS, GARAGE, HORSE BARNS. Installed in 2 to 3 weeks or sooner in most cases (standard). Best on site display around. Call J Johnson Sales, Forest City. (828) 2455895

FOR SALE

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PRIDE JAZZY MOBILITY CHAIR. $495. 225 lb limit, good condition, charger, delivery and setup. (704) 951-4224 mobilityservices07@gmail.com HAY 4’X5’ ROLLS. Mixed Grass $25.00 Roll. “Delivery Available” (704) 692-6025

FREE WOOD. Call (828) 4294364 REFRIGERATORS, STOVES, WASHER, DRYERS. Discount prices. 1205 Earl Rd, Shelby, NC (704) 487-4443 PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS with Scratch Pads! Press Room Printing. 704-482-2243.

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Check our prices and quality before you buy. Bridges Riding Equipment. Boiling Springs, NC. (704) 434-6389

FOX 12 GAUGE DOUBLE BARREL MOD. BSE New condition. MARLIN 336 RC lever action with scope. (704) 3003195

ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT. Boxes of switches all types, sockets switch plates, $1050 OBO. Commercial drafting table 40”x60” $160. (704) 4719701

INVACARE MANUAL WHEELCHAIR WITH ELRS $145.

Model 9000 OT, with elevating leg rests, more relief from pain.

(704) 951-4224 mobilityservices07@gmail.com DOG KENNELS FOR SALE. Starting at $189.99. Size 10x20 $399.99 up. Other sizes are available. Call J Johnson Sales, Forest City. (828) 245-5895

LAZY BOY RECLINER. Wine color, $100. Call (704) 4666333

BANANA TREES. All sizes and all prices. Call (704) 236-8198 SEARS CRAFTSMAN SHAPER, has sixteen cutter heads. Very good condition, $345. (704) 484-9522

USED CAMPER TOPS FOR SALE. Various sizes and styles.

Also buying them in Rutherford County. (828) 980-0881 BASSETT QUEEN BEDROOM SET. Solid wood 7 piece with mattress set NICE. Possible delivery. $550 Kings Mountain area cell (352) 228-0827 14’ BOAT, MOTOR, TRAILER $1495. Table Saw $125, Comp. miter saw $95 (both saws like new) (704) 406-9303 30-06 NEW RUGER, NEVER SHOT. (4) boxes of shells, $490 firm. 828-289-5970.

REFRIGERATORS, STOVES, WASHERS, DRYERS, and odd furniture. 704-481-0954 and after 5pm, call (704) 4820540

1951 FARMALL SUPER A with cultivator. Great condition. Will consider reasonable offers. (803) 230-8810 lwf@ lakewoodfarm.com M FARMALL TRACTOR. Engine has been rebuilt with Super Kit. Great tires. 3 point hitch and weight racks. Runs Good!

Has won many trophies in tractor pulls. $2850; Also have a couple of attachments for sale.

(704) 472-4188

OKRA AND BEANS FOR SALE. Blue Lake, Derby and Half Runners. Also Okra. If no answer, please leave message.

704-470-7830, or (704) 5383447 GAME CHICKENS. For sell cheap. Call (704) 684-4512 WE BUY SCRAP CARS. We purchase scrap vehicles with free pick up! Top $$$! Cash paid/No title needed! (980) 295-6556 stacey_n_brian@yahoo.com

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

BOATS 23 FOOT ROBALO CABIN CRUISER. Fully equipped with 225 HP Mercury off shore motor with approximately 50 to 60 hours on the engine. Boat has been in dry storage for about 3 years due to husband’s pacemaker and being unable to use boat. Call for additional information and price. (704) 538-0266

WANTED: OLD AND NEW AMMO. Reloading supplies.

(828) 245-6756

SIBERIAN HUSKEY STUD FOR HIRE. Blue eyes dark grey coat, with many wolf brown markings.

Have references and proof of pure bread. (704) 256-5052

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

FARM & GARDEN SQUARE BALES OF STRAW. $4 per bale. Spreading/blowing also available. (704) 477-3537 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) 3001818 kim_hopper@bellsouth. net OLIVER 1850 TRACTOR. Good for farming or tractor pulls. $8000 OBO. (704) 5389225

OIL TANK AND UPRIGHT PIANO. 150 gallon heating oil tank, in good condition, $75 OBO. You must pick up. Older Upright piano also, free to good home if you pick up. Lawndale. (615) 427-9807 bridav57@gmail.com

CORN FARMERS. Did you sell corn between September 2013 to April 2018. You may be entitled to composition, from Syngenta Corn Settlement. Call Attorney Charles H. Johnson (800) 535-5727

30X25X15 STEEL MASTER ARCH BUILDING. Has no end walls. Multi-use and long lasting. Great for trucks, cars, boats storage, tractor storage, farm storage, landscaper equipment, hay storage, and much much more. $3000 OBO. Call Jimmy (704) 406-9275

FORD 600 TRACTOR FOR SALE. Includes Harrows and Rake. 828-429-0919 FESCUE SQUARE BALES FOR SALE. Fescue square bales. Spring 2018 cut. Dry barn kept $4.25 each. Call for details. (828) 589-5016

5.5 MONTH OLD MALE BOXER. Inside pet, all shots, dewormed, microchipped, $200.

(828) 755-6372

CARS & TRUCKS

2006 TOYOTA TACOMA 87000 miles, 4 cyl with tool box and bedliner, AC, AM/ FM radio, CD player. One owner, clean and in excellent condition, $9700. Call Wayne at (704) 472-6090 2006 HONDA CIVIC SDN Automatic. Runs Great! Cold Air. Great little car for a Student!

New Serpentine Belt. 230,000 miles, Needs paint. Local car. $2200 Call (704) 472-6982 1996 MAZDA B-SERIES 2WD TRUCK with air, $2995. 1999 Toyota Camry, $1950. 1999 Nissan Civic, 4dr, auto, air, $2850. (828) 287-8668 2002 CHEVROLET MONTE CARLO Black, tan leather, good tires, runs great. $2450.

Call 704-419-3882 or (704) 471-0090

MINIATURE POTBELLY PIGS. 5 boys, black, $100 each. (770) 895-2693 RED TOY POODLE. CKC updated on shots and deworming. $850 each. (770) 895-2693

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

10 WEEK OLD CKC SHIH-TZE PUPPIES. 2 Males ($600) and 1 Female ($650) left. Come with age appropriate vaccinations and worming, and puppy spay/neuter contract. (704) 740-2679

PETS & LIVESTOCK

PARTS FOR CHEVROLET Short bed step side truck.

Call (704) 684-4512

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

PETS & LIVESTOCK FREE KITTENS FOR INSIDE HOMES. Don’t Wait! Please Call (704) 472-7116

JOHN DEERE 6620 COMBINE TITAN 2. Good condition, 4 wheel drive, good tires. Call for Price. (704) 692-2240

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

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

ELECTRIC WHEELCHAIRS. Scooterman John, used electric wheelchairs, electric mobility scooters, repairs.

(704) 951-4224 mobilityservices07@gmail.com

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

I PAY CASH FOR DIABETIC Test Strips. Up to $10 per 100ct. Must be Unused, Unexpired. I’m local & pay fast. (828) 577-4197

CURIO CABINET $40. Furniture, old books, paperbacks .50¢ each, Life Magazines, and other odds and ends. (704) 974-8440

JAZZY ELECTRIC CHAIR. Chair carries up to 245 lbs, short turning, Captain seat w/ cushion and new batteries, charger, delivery. #587. A similar Jazzy in good condition w/ charger $495 delivered. #594.

(704) 951-4224 mobilityservices07@gmail.com

TRAILERS: WE BUY, SALE, TRADE (must have title).

Parts and service on most models. New 5x10 $895 with this ad. Call J Johnson Sales, Forest City. (828) 245-5895

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

GENERATOR, DEVILBISS BRAND. 5250 Watts, NEW condition, $450. (828) 2488060

FOR SALE

JAKE’S KNIVES COLLECTIBLES & ANTIQUES. We Buy & Sell Most Anything! Check Us Out! 1008 S. Lafayette St., Shelby. (704) 406-9082

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DANNY’S AUTOWERKS. Buying used or junk cars. Competitive prices. Call Jimmy, 828289-1175 or (828) 247-1070

LARGEST TRAILER INVENTORY and Selection around.

BEST prices, new 5x8 $725.

Custom built welcome. 2k to 20 ton Utility, Cargo, Dump, Equipment, Livestock. J Johnson Sales, Forest City. (828) 245-5895

$1.00 PER GALLON, YOU PICK. MUSCADINES AND SCUPADINES, white or black.

828-245-0956.

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RHODE ISLAND RED/ ISA HENS 6 months old, ready for laying up to 355 large to extra large eggs per year. Shelby area (704) 692-1917 mariacoleman@bellsouth.net LIVESTOCK FOR SALE. Pure breed, Angus Bulls and Heifers.

Jacob Fork Ranch. Call 704538-1199. (704) 600-7847 B/W COLT & YORKIE-POOCHIS. (COLT) Beautiful stocking & white stock, from King Three Bars bloodline, completely weened, started ground breaking $700. (YORKIE_POO_CHIS) toy size, all B/W, short coat and long coat, wormed, groomed and shots.

Males $500 and Female $575.

(828) 391-0919 2 WESTIES FREE TO GOOD LOVING HOME. Must love dogs. 704-466-2521 (704) 4193229 LOOKING FOR LOVE, 2 FEMALE PUPPIES TO DELIGHT YOUR HEART AND HOME. UP TO DATE ON SHOTS AND DEWORMING. MALTESE+YORKIE = MORKIE PUPPIES. CKC REGISTERED. $600 EACH OR $1,000 FOR BOTH. CALL 704-473-7042. rvcollins70@gmail.com TOY AUSTRALIAN SHEPPARD PUPPIES. One white female, one white/red male, blue eyes. ASDR registered, $350.

(704) 482-0178 AKC GERMAN ROTTWEILER PUPPIES. Born 8/10/18, ready 9/21/18. Tails docked, dew claws removed, wormed & shots UTD. Parents on site.

2 males. $800 Taking deposits now. (704) 419-9389

2008 DODGE RAM 1500 Big Horn Edition. 5.7 Hemi, Tow Package, runs excellent, $9500 OBO. 828-305-3770 or 828305-8980.

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

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

CAMPERS

8FT SLIDE IN TRUCK CAMPER. Older style, clean inside, microwave oven, gas oven, refrigerator, Located in Columbus, NC 28722. (828) 894-2772 alberts32000@yahoo.com WANT TO BUY. Pop-up campers. (828) 429-3935 SCENIC RIDGE CAMPGROUND. CHERRYVILLE, NC. RV, Tent Sites, Cabins.

Ask about 20% OFF Seasonal Sites. (704) 435-0938 34 FT CAMPER, 3 SLIDES. Under carport, large deck, shed, golf cart. At Thermal City Gold Mine. $25,000 neg. (484) 332-6804 FOR SALE IN PRIVATE CAMPGROUND. (2) Campsites in Tryon, NC on Country Club Road.

Lots on top level near pool and clubhouse. If interested please call 864-812-7374.

CAMPER COVER. 84x72, white fiberglass, ARE brand, $300 OBO. (704) 300-1818 kim_hopper@bellsouth.net

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

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

(2)5525 TERN 2 bedroom 1 bath washer/dryer. 704-4736109. sheilaba@bellsouth.net 6001 South Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach, SC 29575 SCENIC RIDGE CAMPGROUND CHERRYVILLE, NC. RV, Tent Sites, Cabins.

Ask about 20% OFF Seasonal Sites. (704) 435-0938 OCEAN LAKES 3 BEDROOMS 2 BATHS. Washer/ dryer, gas grill, golf cart included. $1200wk. 6001 South Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach, SC 29575 (704) 472-7145 OCEAN LAKES BEACH HOUSE. 2 bedroom, 2 bath.

Also, pullout couch, golf cart.

Weeks and weekends. Good off season rates. 704-482-9781 6001 South Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach, SC 29575 (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. 6001 South Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach, SC 29575 (704) 434-9502 OCEAN LAKE VACATION RENTAL. 1498 Neptune. 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath, golf cart included. REDUCED RATES. 6001 South Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach, SC 29575 (704) 4720129 garyleigh@gmail.com CLEARWATER CAMPGROUND, MARION, NC. Site 3 Creeksite with shed, Site 14/15 mountain view, and fishing too. $2400 and up plus meter. www. c l e ar wate r c a m p g r o u n d .n e t 1125 Armstrong Creek Road, Marion, NC 28752 (704) 6924823 mcannon117@yahoo.com

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3 BEDROOM, 1.5 BATH. Hardwood floors, new vinyl kitchen/ dining room. All appliances remain, all double insulated windows, large screened porch with deck (furnished), 12x16 outbuilding, fenced back yard, large well maintained lot. 208 West College Avenue, Shelby, NC 28152 (704) 477-1551

SOUTH POINT AREA. 2.7 Acres, well and septic. $119,000. 527 Dillard Road, Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 8646129

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

6 BEDROOM, 1 BATH CHERRYVILLE. Rent $950, Deposit $950, Application Fee $25.

704-472-3100 1020 East Main Street, Cherryville, NC 28021 (704) 472-4666

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HICKORY CREEK APARTMENTS FOR SENIORS (62 and older), disabled (50 and older). 418 E. Warren St., Shelby. Now taking applications for waiting list. EHO. 418 East Warren Street, Shelby, NC 28150 (704) 487-6354

3 BEDROOM, 1 BATH HOUSE. Rent $500 month, Deposit $300, Application Fee $25. 704-472-3100, 215 Lily Street, Shelby, NC 28152 (704) 472-4666 MOBILE HOMES & APARTMENTS. In Kings Mountain.

Price starting at $100 per week.

Call (704) 739-4417

3 BEDROOM, 1 BATH HOME. Rent $725 Deposit $725, Application Fee $25. 704-472-3100, (704) 472-4666

SOUTH POST ROAD. 2 Bedroom, 2 bath, $600 month with $600 deposit. 2356 South Post Rd, Shelby, NC. (CAROLINA PLACE) 4 Bedroom, 2 Bath Modular Home, $1000 month and $1000 deposit. 120 Carolina Place Shelby, NC. (704) 484-2015

OUT OF AREA

INVESTORS! 12 mobile homes (9 rented with longtime renters) on 6 acres and a house in Patterson Springs area.

(704) 477-7188 LAWNDALE AREA. Cleared 1.3 acre lot, water and septic, priced to sell. Owner will finance with low down payment.

Call Bryant Realty, www.bryantrealtyinc.com (704) 5679836 150 ACRE FARM. 35 acres cleared, 50 acres set pines.

Frontage on HWY 226 and another paved road 9 miles north of Shelby. Older 3 Bedroom house and 3300 Building. (704) 538-7984 HOME AND ACREAGE. Farm house with 33 acres (POLKVILLE). 3-4 Bedrooms, 1.5 Bath, 2400 sqft. Dining room, living room, den, sun room, modern kitchen. Call (704) 538-7896 HOUSE AND PROPERTY FOR SALE. Shelby, Boiling Springs area. 3936sf home 5 bedrooms, 5 baths, 2 kitchens, 3 car garage. Very modern.

Beautiful landscaping, 32x48 metal building, pond site.

Sleeps 12 easily. Completely furnished. All equipment, tools stay. PS after inventory only personal will go. $645K. 704692-0837 (704) 482-7949 1/2 ACRE MOBILE HOME LOT and 3 acre Mobile Home lot. Both in Casar on paved street & county water. 704-5381199. 214 Mace Rd, Casar, NC 28021 (704) 600-7847 WELL ESTABLISHED R E S TAU R A N T/ B U I L D I N G for over 18 years, located in Shelby NC. Great cash Àow, owner selling due to health reasons. Some Owner Financing Available. Call for more details. (704) 473-1176

27.3 ACRES: 800 feet of frontage on Second Broad River, 900 feet highway frontage, city water, creek, hardwoods, open fields, $130,000. (864) 909-1035 TOTAL PRIVACY: 22+ ACRES with hardwoods, deer, and turkey. Plus a 3BR, 2BA home in lower Rutherford County.

Just $115,000. (828) 305-8006 AUTOMOTIVE PARTS STORE FOR SALE. Located in the Foothills of NC. Automotive, Tractor, Heavy Duty Trucks, up to date inventory. Buy Business Inventory of Business and Building.

Owner Retiring. Serious inquiries only. 828-223-1564.

4.9 ACRES FOR SALE near Forest Hunt Elementary School. Rutherford County.

Water, good flat land, endless possibilities, lots of road frontage. $38,400. Call 828-2481900, (828) 447-0120 EAST RUTHERFORD COUNTY. Off Hwy 120, Lots with water and septic. Owner will finance with low down payment. Call Bryant Realty, www.bryantrealtyinc.com. (704) 567-9836

FOR RENT CLEVELAND COUNTY KINGS MOUNTAIN FURNISHED HOUSE. Still for rent.

Single man only $400 month.

Call for details (704) 728-6275 SPACIOUS 3 BEDROOM HOUSE. 2.5 Baths, Kitchen with Stove, Refrigerator & Custom Cabinetry. 18’ x 9’ Deck.

Screened Porch. Electrical & Plumbing Upgrades. Inquire after 4pm. Shelby, NC. (704) 300-2447 HOME IN PATTERSON SPRINGS AREA. 3 bedroom, 2 bath, game room, big patio, background check, references.

No pets. $1000 month, $1000 deposit. (704) 477-7188

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HOUSE FOR RENT. 3 bedroom, 2 bath near Patterson Springs. Crest School district, 2 car garage, remodeled. New H/A. Large yard, quiet neighborhood. No smoking, no pets. $1000 month, 1st & last month up front. $850 deposit. (704) 692-6771 FOUR ROOM 2 BEDROOM 1 BATH FARM HOUSE. Between Lawndale and Casar for $450 per month. Also 50 Acres hunting rights if desire. (704) 477-3537 HOME IN PATTERSON SPRINGS AREA. 3 bedroom, 2 bath, game room, big patio, background check, references.

No pets. $1000 month, $1000 deposit. (704) 477-7188 2 BEDROOM BRICK APARTMENT. Central H/A, stove, dishwasher, refrigerator, $500 month, References. 951 College Avenue, Shelby, NC 28152 (704) 482-1595 3 BEDROOM 1 BATH. $350 month and $350 deposit. Located in Shelby (704) 477-6418 GWU STUDENTS. 1 bedroom, 1 bath fully furnished apartment. Perfect for college student. 4 miles to GWU. Located on private residence in quiet country setting. No pets or smoking. Call Lisa Edwards.

(704) 591-1769 3 BEDROOM, 1 BATH HOME. Rent $700, Deposit $700, Application Fee $25. 704-4723100 615 West Graham Street, Shelby, NC 28150 (704) 4724666 4 BEDROOM 1 BATH HOME. Rent $850, Deposit $850, Application Fee $25. 704472-3100, 910 Poplar Springs Church Road, Shelby, NC 28152 (704) 472-4666

MOVE IN SPECIAL. 2&3 Bedroom, $600 deposit and up. $190 weekly rates. Free power and water. NO PETS. Visit us online at Oakwood Rentals, Shelby or call (704) 473-4299 LIONS SENIOR VILLAGE has 1 bedroom HUD subsidized apartments for low income seniors. Taking applications.

Age 62 or older. 211 N. Morgan St, Shelby. Equal Housing Opportunity. 211 North Morgan Street, Shelby, NC 28150 (704) 482-7723 MOBILE HOME FOR RENT, SHELBY. Non-smoker, 3 bedroom, 1 1/2 bathroom on private one acre lot. Rent $500 month and $500 deposit, no pets. Stay on Shoal Creek Rd and turn left on Nixon Dr. 2432 Nixon Drive, Shelby, NC 28152 (704) 4730979 UTILITIES INCLUDED, $334 WEEKLY. Monthly Rates Available. WoodSpring Suites, newly renovated. Fully furnished studio w/kitchenette. Group Rates Available. 1010 Sue Lane, Shelby, NC 28152 (704) 487-1001

RUTHERFORD COUNTY EFFICIENCY APARTMENTS. All utilities included with FREE cable/wifi and NO deposits. Starting at $150 a week. (828) 382-0475 1 BEDROOM STUDIO APARTMENT. All utilities included with FREE cable/wifi, $225 week in Forest City. Call for more info.

(828) 382-0475 ROOM FOR RENT. In private home in Forest City. With utilities including DirecTV, Internet and laundry. (828) 245-9662 SMALL ONE ROOM APARTMENT in Forest City. All utilities furnished, $395 plus deposit. 828-248-1776.

PRIVATE LOT. 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Mobile. Newly remodeled, $450 month, plus $450 deposit.

828-429-6966.

2 & 3 BEDROOM Mobile Homes.

Small private park between Spindale and Forest City. Starting at $450 a month. (828) 382-0475 1 BEDROOM, 1 BATH TINY HOUSE. Covered screen porch with outbuilding, $650 month.

Chase High. 828-551-7176 PRIVATE LOTS FOR RV OR TINY HOUSE. Lots off creek, walking bridge in the woods, 10 minutes to downtown Forest City. $300 month, you pay all utilities. 828-551-7176.

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NICE COUNTRY LIVING. 2 bedroom mobile homes for rent. 10 minutes from Shelby.

NO PETS. Seniors welcome.

(704) 692-0447 2 BEDROOM, 1 BATH HOUSE. Washer/Dryer hookups, central H/A, good private neighborhood, Shelby. $600 month plus deposit. (704) 418-1999 CAMPER FOR RENT ON PRIVATE LOT. 3 miles outside of Boilings Spring. Single person only. Rent $425 month, $250 deposit. Call (828) 305-2211 SHELBY AREA. 2 Bedroom 1 bath house in Shelby area. Nice front porch and backyard. $400 month $300 deposit. Call (704) 466-0784

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2&3 BEDROOM APARTMENTS. Available now! Stove and refrigerator furnished, W/D hookups. Rent based on income. EHO. Shelby. 1526 Eaves Road, Shelby, NC 28152 (704) 487-1114

COMMERCIAL BUILDING FOR RENT (BLACKSBURG) 5 acres fenced in, 480 sq ft showroom, one car bay. 2 offices plus kitchen, 2 storage rooms, Central H/A $1200 a month. Rick Clark 2544 Blacksburg Road, Grover, NC 28073

HOME OVERLOOKING #8 HOLE DEER BROOK GOLF COURSE 3 Bedrooms, 3 full baths and one half bath, dining room, living room, office, kitchen, breakfast room, finished basement with large entertainment space. Owner to offer 1 year home warranty. Two rooms in basement can be used for guest with full bath in basement. Home has volume ceiling, hardwoods and irrigation for lawn.

LIST PRICE $439,900

NICE 2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH mobile home for rent. Appliances included. Yard work and trash furnished. (704) 472-7233 4 BEDROOM 1 BATH HOME. Rent $850, Deposit $850, Application Fee $25. 704472-3100, 910 Poplar Springs Church Road, Shelby, NC 28152 (704) 472-4666

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(4) MUDWEISER TIRES on Honda wheels. Would like to trade for stock wheels plus.

828-289-5970.

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