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Former Belmont Middle School will be base for eclectic blend of businesses

By Alan Hodge alan@cfmedia.info

At its March 26 meeting, the Gaston County Board of Commissioners approved the sale of the former Belmont Middle School building to Gastonia based Compleat KiDZ for $3.1 million, and last Monday the Gaston County Board of Education also approved the sale, but those are just the first steps that will need to be taken to transform the 100,000 sq. ft. structure into what the company envisions for its future.

The next step will have the City of Belmont get involved. That will mean city council and planning and zoning meetings and approval for the project and its potential uses.

In the meantime, numerous ideas for what the building could house are already being formulated. Compleat KiDZ marketing director Bob Fremgen talked about options.

“We will use the center rear of the building for our clinic and the upstairs of that space as our offices,” he said. “The second floor could be an artist incubator and space for tech companies. There will be retail. The cafeteria and gym could be a brewery and food court. The auditorium could be a music and performance venue.”

Other ideas include four condos on the third floor in the main building and See SCHOOL, Page 5

Gastonia-based Compleat KiDZ has purchased the former Belmont Middle School for $3.1 million.

Piedmont Lithium partners with Habitat for Humanity of Gaston County to build Dixon Village home Edited by Alan Hodge Piedmont Lithium Inc., a leading, diversified developer of lithium resources to help power the U.S. electric vehicle supply chain, has announced its “Full Home Partnership” with Habitat for Humanity of Gaston County.

The $150,000 financial commitment, along with volunteer hours donated by members of the Piedmont family, along with others from the community, are dedicated to building a new home in Dixon Village on Lee Road in North Belmont.

Dixon Village is a 7.5-acre development that will contain 28 single-family homes.

Approximately one-third of these homes will be for Habitat homeowners, making it one of the few developments in the nation that is setting a new precedent for mixed-income living.

Currently, the site has been graded off and ready for See HABITAT, Page 4

Pharr’s renovation projects signal McAdenville’s shift to becoming a year-round destination

By Hallie Dean at Luquire with input from Pharr and Town of McAdenville

Piedmont Lithium Inc. and Habitat for Humanity Gaston County representatives at the check presentation event. From left- Keith Phillips, president and CEO of Piedmont Lithium, Inc., Malissa Gordon, government and community relations manager, Piedmont Lithium, Inc., Steve Whitesell, Habitat for Humanity Gaston County board chair, Kay Peninger, Habitat for Humanity Gaston County executive director.

Best known for its spectacular holiday lights, McAdenville is preparing to welcome new retailers, food and beverage providers, office users and recreation enthusiasts.

In a careful blend of preserving rich, important history and capitalizing on exciting economic opportunities, Pharr, a local company with deep roots in the quiet town of McAdenville, is unveiling a series of renovation and renewal projects to foster continued growth in the historic community.

A quintessential small town situated along the South Fork River, McAdenville was named in 1883 for McAden Mills, the textile company that was started there by R.Y. McAden. Acquired in 1939 by visionary William J. Pharr and family

members, Pharr remains a family-owned company that for generations has been a positive force in the town, and is now reimagining its riverfront property and spaces that once housed yarn manufacturing, repurposing them for new businesses and year-round visitors with much to offer the community.

McAdenville is perhaps best known today as “Christmas Town U.S.A.®” for its annual Christmas lights tradition that attracts visitors from miles away. But the town is now ready and more than prepared to show people what it’s all about beyond the holiday display, striving to be viewed as a year-round destination. “Today we’re thrilled to announce the beginning of a series of projects to invest in McAdenville’s future while honoring its rich history,” said Pharr CEO See McAdenville, Page 6

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work and live in. We try to keep in mind, we make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give,” added Phillips.

At the check presentation event, Phillips expressed his excitement by telling event attendees- “Give me a hammer and I will come help.”

New research shows that communities like Dixon Village make a positive contribution to the area in a number of different ways, including a significant impact on success later in life for low-income children who grow up in a mixed income neighborhood.

Kay Peninger, Habitat for Humanity of Gaston County Executive Director, stated, “We are grateful to Piedmont

Lithium for their leadership gift to help Habitat families purchase a home they can afford on their wages. Housing is not just about shelter. It’s about homeownership and it represents a gateway and an opportunity to building a better future. With the strength, stability and self-reliance that owning an affordable home brings, Habitat families can focus on their lives, their health, their children, their dreams, and their path to a brighter future!”

Peninger also addressed the aesthetic aspect of Dixon Village.

“This will be a charming and attractive community,” she said.

Kay Peninger was full of glee at the check presentation.

Piedmont Lithium Inc., employees at the check presentation.

HABITAT From Page 1 Keith Phillips addresses the crowd.

Steve Whitesell at the podium.

Water and culvert pipes ready for Dixon Village installation.

lots to be laid out. Water and culvert pipes are stockpiled and ready for installation.

Landscaping has begun.

Dixon Village is a neighborhood that will provide much needed residences for Habitat families and entrylevel buyers in a community built around an innovative approach to providing affordable housing. Dixon Village is specifically designed to encourage interaction in a diverse, closely-knit community, creating what research shows are economic, social, and educational benefits for

the Gaston County region, and especially for those who have the opportunity to live in a neighborhood like Dixon Village.

“As a company focused on making a product that will positively impact the quality of life of people across the county by addressing climate change and creating hightech manufacturing jobs in the region, doing something that enhances the quality of life of others in our community in a different way is in complete alignment with our purpose and core values,” said Piedmont Lithium CEO Keith Phillips. “Our team is excited to give their time and resources to help others, and serve the community we

Part of the throng at the check ceremony.

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This piece of property out back could become a parking deck- subject to negotiations with owner the City of Belmont.

SCHOOL From Page 1 two on the fourth floor of the back building with a penthouse on the fourth floor of the main building.

Special consideration will be given to the autistic children that Compleat KiDZ serves.

“The whole space will be autism and sensory friendly,” he said. “This building will house one of Compleat Kidz’s most updated and best equipped clinics - professionals, technology, methodologies and physical space.”

To handle parking, it’s possible a deck could be built on the piece of land behind the school. However, that property is part of Stowe Park and owned by the City of Belmont so that’s an issue that will need to be ironed out. The idea is to

provide around 500 spaces.

Fremgen says after the clinic opens in perhaps a year, and that when the project is completed, which could take several years, vendors will be asked to donate one percent of their income to an autism charity.

Fremgen stressed that Compleat KiDZ understands what the building means to Belmont.

“We consider ourselves caretakers of this facility, on its journey forward, as it transitions from kids who passed through here in Belmont Middle to kids who are reaching their potential at Compleat Kidz,” he said.

More about the building The building has a history going back over 80 years. It was built in 1938 by local contractor Will Hand. The school was state of the art for its time. It had a spacious audi-

torium, a superb gym, science rooms, music rooms, a library, and textile vocational classes.

When South Point High was built in 1964, the building became Belmont Middle School.

Last year, when the new Belmont Middle School on South Point Rd. was opened, the building was closed and its furniture and other equipment auctioned off.

The overall impression of the building is one of space. It has over 105,000 sq. ft. That’s enough to equal 100 hotel rooms. The auditorium can seat 840 people. The gym has 7,800 sq. ft. of space. The cafeteria has 4,000 sq. ft. There are 65 parking spots right now.

The school sits on 4.5 acres of prime real estate The school is just a couple of miles from US74 and I85.

It’s about 15 minutes from Charlotte-Douglas International Airport.

The gym could be transformed into a food court.

This area could be used for outdoor dining.

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McAden Mills No. 1 and No. 2, believed by many historians to have been the first electrically lit textile mills in the world.

The repurposed building’s first tenant, The Catawba Riverkeeper Foundation, will move in by mid-May, with more tenants expected to follow shortly after.

Renovations are also under way on the historic Mill No. 2 building, including replacing the turret roofs with new copper, repointing the brickwork and adding new windows. Brick surfaces will also be treated to restore their original appearance, while newly installed uplighting will provide a dramatic nighttime presence.

The historic mill building at the center of town, opened

McAdenville From Page 1 Bill Carstarphen, the family’s third-generation company leader. “By putting our efforts and energy behind carefully selected, sound investments, we hope to invite and attract new businesses, customers, families and outdoor enthusiasts, while keeping our close-knit-community feel.”

The former 1940s Pharr Yarns mill adjacent to Pharr’s corporate office in downtown McAdenville is being converted to class A office space, to be known as the Dynamo 31 Building. The name symbolizes the hydroelectric generator built and installed in 1884 by the Edison Electric Illuminating Co. to light

in 1907 and originally known as McAden Mill No. 3, is being transformed into space that will likely house commercial uses such as food and beverage, retail and/ or entertainment space. The open-air gathering space will be designed with customers in mind, embracing the riverfront with outdoor seating and entertainment. The initial renovations are focused on the building’s exterior and flooring, and are expected to be completed within the next few months.

Elsewhere in downtown McAdenville, 115 Craft, a new taproom and retailer for wine and craft beer, will soon join the list of local establishments that include recent addition Revolver Records, a retailer of vinyl records and related merchandise.

Also seeking to add rec-

reational opportunities for McAdenville’s residents and visitors, Pharr is constructing an extension of the Carolina Thread Trail, a 10-foot-wide paved walking trail along the South Fork River with views of the falls at the McAdenville dam, connecting an existing trailhead near the I-85 bridge to the picturesque J.M. Carstarphen bridge overlooking the falls.

This new trail in McAdenville will be an important segment of a 26-mile trail along the river that will eventually extend from Spencer Mountain to the Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden, connecting the cities of Lowell, McAdenville, Cramerton and Belmont.

Additionally, the picturesque lake in the heart of downtown is being dredged, and a newly landscaped pe-

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rimeter will be added, to offer better access and views for the community while improving the health of the lake for fish and other wildlife.

“Our beloved town is known for its quaint, kind offerings and for our Christmas Town USA spectacle, but we are so much more than that,” said Jim Robinette, mayor of McAdenville. “These renovations will bring economic

growth and provide new places to gather for fun and fellowship but most importantly, they will tell the stories of this town and shed a light on its rich history and resilient, good people.” Details around construction, timing and tenants are subject to change, and additional announcements will follow as plans are finalized.

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Stink bugs and Squirrels… gifts that keep on giving

By Lisa Harper Spring has sprung, and I’ve been super busy watching my yard bloom over the last few weeks. Most recently, I noticed a few days ago, my array of colorful tulips were disappearing..just the bloom part. As of this writing, I only have one tulip that hasn’t become lunch for squirrels.

They did do something a little nice…leaving the purple one intact…which, by the way, is my favorite color.

Even before Spring officially arrived, and going back to probably mid January, it seems the proverbial stink bugs decided to camp out inside my kitchen window. By a first glance, they look to be frozen solid, but as the day

progresses, they come back to life. I keep reading that these stinky bugs detest cold weather, thus their decision to camp out in my window.

I have only seen one of them recently, but it has moved on…to a different zip code ….hopefully.

What would life be without all of the marvel and wonder of these creatures? I suppose they have as much right to a happy life as we all do. I’m hoping and praying the squirrels have decided to chew on dead sticks …. rather than devouring what’s left of my tulips. It will be interesting to see how this all plays out.

Once again, Spring has arrived, and I am continuing to

enjoy watching my variety of flowers pop up and appear.

As well as the perennials along my creek area …I’ve had for many years. They don’t appear to interest the squirrels (for now). One last flower bulb order arrived a few days ago. I haven’t de-

cided where to place this purple gem, but for now, it is safe from whatever critter that might decide to choose it for their next meal.

I trust my flowers on my front porch will be safe. So far so good. Now we wait.

Happy Spring y’all.

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BANNER-NEWS OBITUARIES the age of 87.

Mary is survived by her daughter and son-in law, Elizabeth and William Oxford, her son and daughterin-law, Andrew and Autumn Carpenter, her sister-in-law Queeta Ballard Ramseur, her granddaughters Mary Elizabeth Oxford, and Margaret Oxford, and her great grandsons Jonathon and Theodore Oxford. She is preceded in death by husband, Robert Rhyne Carpenter, her brother Ramon Winston Ramseur, and her parents Harlee Bell Ramseur and Mary Lou Ramseur.

Mary worked as an elThe world lost a beloved ementary school teacher for mother, Mary Ramseur Car- 30 years in Belmont. She penter, on April 6, 2022, at loved her home church, First

Mary Ramseur Carpenter

United Methodist Church of Belmont, and her summer church, Church of the Resurrection of Little Switzerland.

Mary graduated from Duke University, where she met her husband and sang first soprano in the Duke Choir.

A standout singer, Mary debuted her singing journey as a four-year-old performing on WBT radio in Charlotte.

The family will hold a private memorial service in Little Switzerland, NC. Memorial donations may be made to the First United Methodist Church of Belmont or the Church of the Resurrection of Little Switzerland.

Memories of Belmont High School

By Ronnie Robinson BHS Class of 1961

“Thanks” for your article remembering Belmont High School where I proudly, and just barely, graduated in 1961. You see, with the heavy influx of “non-natives” into Belmont society, those folks would never have known the history of that majestic old edifice. Someone should write a book about all the goings on there. I really hope others will write in to support this simon pure venture to preserve a fraction of the great tales of BHS. I do want to offer a few tidbits of chicanery that I, Ronnie “Bones” Robinson, was involved in during my 4 years at BHS. Imagine a tall skinny insecure freshman coming up the main entrance to see big hairy shirtless football players with paint on their shaved heads, hairy chests and faces screaming from Varsity initiation. They were trying to catch raw eggs in their mouths dropped from the second story window by upperclassmen. They weren’t doing a very good job. I decided then I never wanted to letter in any sport while at BHS. (I did later on anyway) That front entrance had rotten

eggs smell for weeks. Students would go in the other entrances to avoid that smell.

Of course, being somewhat fearful of the whole high school process, I also decided that I would never do anything to get into the dreaded “Detention Hall”, a one hour after school punishment session where I heard a bunch of roughnecks beat people up.

However, my junior year, feeling kind of frisky in Mrs. Hall’s English class, I stood up and nailed my best friend, Ron “Skeebones” Sanders, with a paper wad right in the forehead. Before he could return fire, and as luck would have it, our Principal, Gerald Cortner, walked in the door and saw the hit on “Skeebone’s” head. Without missing a step he said, ”Ronnie, I will see you in Detention Hall today at 3pm”. So there you have it. I didn’t get beaten up.

Actually, it was kind of quiet in there.

I have one more story.

“Skeebones” and I hated cafeteria food. They wanted you to eat carrots (good for the eyes) and pinto beans (good fiber but bad for small classrooms) and other foods that most of us didn’t like.

So we figured out a way to

skip lunch and make our way down to Oswald’s café. It was about a 2 minute sprint down through the woods from the back of the school. Darting in and out of the trees we thought we would be unseen due to the trees and bushes.

This worked well for a long while and we really reveled in the fact that we were eating cheeseburgers and french fries while everyone else was eating stewed cabbage and cauliflower.

Our little adventure came to an end when John Barnette, a History teacher, was leaning out the second story window, probably to get some fresh air as he had a lot of football players in his class. He saw someone dashing through the trees headed toward town.

He couldn’t see who it was but had a suspicion it was the “Bones Brothers”. On our return he met us at the back door as we sneaking back in and , with tongue in cheek, said, “Don’t do that again”.

We didn’t, but he did not give us detention hall thank goodness for that. The three of us smiled and laughed about that the rest of the year. I think he actually wished he could go with us.

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pastor was flabbergasted. Despite everything this couple was enduring, they were determined to continue living for the Lord.

Matthew 6:34 “Therefore don’t In Matthew 6:25-34, Jesus preworry about tomorrow, because tosented what might be one of the morrow will worry about itself. Each most difficult commands in all of day has enough trouble of its own”. scripture: Don’t worry. If you’re One day a pastor was on the anything like me, on a day-to-day phone with a woman who wanted basis. There are hundreds of things Mark Costner his help starting a small group bible that might cause you to worry. study with her husband. The pastor Jesus was not saying that we should igwent through the standard motions, checking nore our responsibilities and forget our duall the boxes and discussing the logistics of ties. However, He was saying that we should leading a small group, when she broke in and not worry ourselves with superficial things said something that stopped him in his tracks: or with things we can’t control. Instead, we Her husband had stage 3 colon cancer. She should trust the Lord to meet all of our needs. told the pastor that her husband was going to If we do so, then we will position ourselves to undergo chemo in March and then have sur- live to the fullest for the Lord, even in the face gery, so she wanted to shoot for April. The of a life changing diagnosis.

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Stanley Middle School awarded $20,000 grant from The Citadel Gaston Schools photo/story Students in the STEAM Academy at Stanley Middle School are getting the opportunity to not just learn about science, technology, engineering, arts, and math, but they are having fun while doing it.

English teacher Alice Ballard and math teacher Jaclyn Tant completed a multi-summer program through the STEM Center of Excellence at The Citadel that focused on infusing computing instruction in the classroom. The school is using a $20,000 grant from The Citadel to provide training and help teachers infuse computational thinking into their daily lessons.

Computational thinking (the use of a computer-like mindset to discover, analyze, and solve problems) enhances learning across a range of subjects and reinforces students’ skills and abilities in reading, writing, and math.

Ballard and Tant supervise a coding club at the school.

One of the ways students are using computational thinking is through a visual, dragand-drop computer science program called “Snap! Build Your Own Blocks.” In a way, it helps students think like a computer does in relation to design, creativity, problem solving, algorithms, and coding.

While computational thinking is computer science based, the train of thought can be used in English/Language Arts classes. Students are able to identify things for themselves, such as using pattern recognition to determine what the characters in a story might do. They also can use the concept of decomposition to break down the story and identify elements of the plot.

Pattern recognition lessons are taught in English/ Language Arts where students learn to recognize repeated words to identify central

ideas,” said Ballard. “They also use pattern recognition to determine the symbols in dystopian novels.”

Pattern recognition is applied differently in math. “I start off with teaching about all of the elements,” said Tant, pointing out that the computational thinking elements focus on looking for patterns, identifying useful information, breaking up information into smaller pieces, and taking steps to solve the problem. “Now, students can identify all four elements within each math problem.

This really helps them with figuring out a plan to solve complex word problems and tasks.”

Both Ballard and Tant believe it is important to train

other staff members about computational thinking because it is a process that helps students become better independent thinkers and problem-solvers. According to Ballard and Tant, it is rewarding to see students experience “aha moments” through their application of computational thinking skills.

As the home of Gaston County Schools’ STEAM Academy for middle schoolers, Stanley students have the opportunity to engage in STEAM education, participate in a variety of core plus (elective) courses, and take up to four high school credit courses. Additionally, students can participate in one of the many STEAM-related clubs at the school.

100 years ago, the 2nd Friday of April, was chosen as American Legion meeting day. Members of Auten-Stowe Post 144 in Belmont gathered at Greenwood Cemetery for a grateful and patriotic duty, to affix an American Legion emblem to the final resting place of Harley Black Gaston, the first Commander of that Post. This emblem, albeit small, represents all the sacred ideals from the founding of the American Legion through the continued efforts of the members of Post 144.

Why Easter?

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

To many people, Easter is made up of egg hunts, the Easter bunny, and lots and lots of candy. It is a time for many to enjoy spring weather and maybe even a vacation. Is this really what Easter is about? Why does Easter matter? Easter is an incredible time for followers of Jesus to tell the Good News of Christ. You very well may be asked by someone who is curious about Jesus, why Easter?

In Matthew 26:47-54, Jesus was praying in the Garden of Gethsemane. He was there with Peter, James, and John. After He finished His prayers, Judas approached with a band of people to arrest Jesus. Judas was one of Jesus’ disciples, yet he chose to betray his Lord. As they approached Jesus to arrest Him, Peter took a sword and cut off the ear of the High Priest’s servant. Jesus healed the ear and reminded Peter He could ask the Father and receive thousands of angels to protect Him. Jesus reminded Peter that it couldn’t happen this way, He was to die and live again, completing the Father’s plan of salvation for you and me.

Without Easter, we would still be hopelessly lost in our sins. Jesus bore our sin.

He endured the punishment and death that should’ve been ours. If He had not died, we would still be in our sins. Without Easter, we could not be reconciled to God. As Jesus died for us, atoning for our sin, He reconciled us to the Father by covering our sin. If Jesus didn’t die, not only would we be in sin, but we would also be forever separated from God. No matter how good of a life we live, and no matter how much we do, we cannot do what Jesus did. Jesus said in John 14:6, “I am the way, and the truth, and the life.

No one comes to the Father except through me” (ESV). Easter matters because of Jesus.

Easter matters because through the death and resurrection of Jesus, we are no longer bound by sin. Satan no longer has a hold on us. We have been set free. Through Jesus, we have eternal life. Easter is a game changer. No event has ever changed the world like Easter.

When someone asks you, or even if you have questions yourself, know this is why Easter matters. Easter is all about Jesus and what He did for you and me!

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Church Directory Ebenezer Eb United Methodist Church

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

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

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

New Providence Baptist Church New Saint Paul Holiness Church

151 8th Ave. 704-824-3889

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Restoration & Deliverance 804 W. Charlotte Ave. 704-820-0954

Revival Tabernacle of Mt. Holly 826 W. Charlotte Ave. 704-827-2999

Ridgeview Baptist Church

124 Georgia Belle Ave 704-965-1004

105 Pine Rd. 704-827-3856

Grace Wesleyan Church

River of Life Full Gospel Church

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Henry’s Chapel Ame Zion Church

Second Baptist Church

151 Henry Chapel Rd 704-825-0711

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704-867-2317 BELMONT Alexander Memorial Baptist Church 208 South Main Street 704-825-3216

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

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

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

Core Church 2316 Acme Rd. 704-822-8033

CrossFix Ministries 6131 Wilkinson Blvd.

704-879-4499

Crossroads Church 101 Beaty Rd. 704-827-8381

Centerview Baptist Church 2300 Acme Road 704-827-2061

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

455 Sacco St. 704-825-6007

Loves Chapel Presbyterian Church 204 Lincoln St. 704-825-8342

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Power of the Spirit Church

East Belmont Church Of God

118 School Street 704-827-7071

320 E. Catawba Street 704- 825-8845

Queen Of The Apostles Catholic Church

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

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

Exodus Church 6325 Wilkinson Blvd.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Gaston Christian Church

740 Rankin Ave. 704-827-5181

Hood Memorial AME Zion Church

503 N. Main Street 704-825-9600

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

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

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

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

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

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

The Pointe 6700 Wilkinson Blvd 704-825-1709

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

Upper Room United Pentecostal

210 Park Street, Belmont NC

704-825-9861 Burge Memorial Methodist Church 312 W. Glendale Ave. 704-827-2726

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

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

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

Community Christian Fellowship

Cramerton Free Will Baptist 416 Woodlawn Ave. 704-824-1745

Cramer Memorial United Methodist Church 154 N. Main St. 704-824-3831

Cramerton Temple of God Church East Wilkinson Blvd.

704-824-5319

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

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

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

Shiloh AME Zion Methodist

West Cramerton United Methodist Church

1117 Old NC Hwy 27 704-827-8826

207 Lowell Ave. 704-824-4213

St. Anthony of Padua Traditional Catholic Church

DALLAS

108 Horseshoe Bend Beach Rd. 704-827-8676

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

Tuckaseege Baptist Church 511 Tuckaseege 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

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

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

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

Community Pentecostal Center 320 Ralph Handsel Blvd.

704-263-8731

1020 W. Catawba Ave. 704-827-2026

First United Methodist Church

Cornerstone Family Worship

LOWELL

709 Rankin Ave. 704-671-8640

First Presbyterian Church

Bethlehem Church

512 Old Mount Holly Rd. 704-263-4275

2560 Stanley Lucia Rd. 704-827-5881

Covenant United Methodist

3100 Bethlehem Church St. 704-823-5050

110 Underwood Dr. 704-820-0603

Carolina Community Baptist

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

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

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

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

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

5481 Hickory Grove Rd. 704-263-2691

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

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

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

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

Springfield Memorial Baptist Church

3010 Lowell Rd. 704-824-9389

2920 Dallas-Stanley Highway 704-263-4426

133 S. Main St. 704-827-0521

Lowell Smyre United Methodist Church

Stanley Church of God

First United Methodist Church

201 N. Main St. 704-824-8814

First Presbyterian Church

140 N. Main St. 704-827-4855

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Woodlawn Baptist Church

1405 Armstrong Ford Rd. 704-825-0604

Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd

1101 N. Main St. 704-824-4261

Will of God Church

110 S. Main St. 704-827-4751

McADENVILLE

513 Woodlawn Ave. 704-827-5185

CRAMERTON Cramerton Independent Presbyterian Church

North Main Baptist Church

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Grace Korean Ch Assembly-God

McAdenville Wesleyan Church

Macedonia Baptist Church

5339 S. New Hope Rd 704-825-8252

MT. HOLLY

1951 Stanley Lucia Rd. 704-827-9224

Goshen Presbyterian Church

Bethel Baptist Church

Morningside Missionary Church

Roper Street 704-601-5146

NC Highway 273 704-827-9846

711 Morningside Dr. 704-822-9142

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

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

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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Belmont kicks off annual events

South Point tennis team has a stellar record The South Point High tennis team has a regular season record stretching back to last season of 86-1. Last Friday’s match/ Senior night had the team go up against North Gaston. South Point won 9-0.

The players/ team members in the photo from left to right areEthan Dellinger, Lennon Miller, William O’Connor, Zachary Cunningham, Trey

Baker, Cole Miller, Shiv Patel, Wesley Matthews, Garett Ziemer, Aidan Gant, Dylan Nicks, Brandon Cunningham.

Not Pictured - James Dover, Asher Dover, Sean Gore, Eric Sawyer, Head Coach Sean Harmon, Asst. Coach Tom Cox. The conference championship began Monday in Kings Mtn.

The City of Belmont kicks off its annual calendar of events this month with the return of its annual Easter Egg Hunt, and Garibaldi Festival including the first Friday Night Live concert of the 2022 season.

The first annual event is the Easter Egg Hunt in Stowe Park on April 16th. The fun kicks off at 11 AM with face painting, photos with the Easter Bunny, and more!

Bring your easter baskets and join in an egg hunt for all ages. Egg hunt for ages 7-12 begins at 12:05 PM, ages 4-6 at 12:10 PM, and ages 0-3 at 12:15 PM. Golden egg winners will be awarded a special prize. Come out and enjoy the fun in Stowe Park!

Then on April 29th, the 22nd annual Garibaldi Festival kicks-off in downtown Belmont with the first FNL concert (hosted by the Downtown Belmont Development Association) of the year from 6 PM to 10 PM featuring the 1980’s tribute band, The Breakfast Club.

The festival then continues the next day from 12 PM to 10 PM with more festivities and live music in downtown and Stowe Park. This event

is free and open to the public.

For more information about these events, visit https://www.cityofbelmont. org/communityevents/.

The Mount Holly Kids Fest will be on Monday, May 2, 2022 from 10-11 AM Location: Tuckaseege Center. Bring your kids and have some fun! There will be arts & crafts, story time, music time and play with Sparky the Fire Dog. Drinks and snacks will be provided. Please RSVP by April 28 by calling the Mount Holly Library at 704-827-3581.

Connect the Dots: It’s all about Him

Reeled in

By Dennis Siracusa One Sunny day in San Antonio, I took my young son Brent fishing and it turned into a most interesting trip. He tossed his line out and caught what seemed to be a virtual whale.

Not wanting to break the line, he handed me the rod to see if I could land that puppy. I could feel it lugging toward us on the shore and low and behold, it turned out to be a 3 speed bicycle. Brent cleaned it up, fixed a couple broken parts for about $5 and sold it for $30. Not a bad morning for a youngster and it made for a great story.

These days we encounter lots of events that “reel us in” but most aren’t worth much or have little or no relevance to our lives… and yet we let ourselves listen to the conversation or peek into the news headline. Why do we do that?

The internet news, at least on my devices, is listed by headlines and has a tiny word in the corner that says “ad” when it’s an advertiser trying to reel me in. Those are easy to avoid unless the graphic grabs me. But some headlines leave me wondering who cares or better yet, why do I care, even a smidgeon by clicking on it and reading about the Ukraine army changing their field weapons, or Covid19 new non-shots, or frozen Florida iguanas.

Another one that plagues many of us is A-lister news. Stories about how startling their small beachwear is, what they think about everything, or what they buy, or look like without

six figure make-up hiding their normalness.

Oh and here’s another one that grips me; the weather; endless weather guesses that I seem to be drawn to check on frequently each day.

And speaking of “pulls,” one urgent human pressure seems to be our skewed desire for happiness. It’s illusive isn’t it; or can be; here one minute, gone the next and when it we’re enjoying happiness it can mask the reality of a brutal, broken world nearby or our personal over investment in self-sufficiency and pride.

In Matthew chapter 5 we encounter Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount. Lots of “blesseds” there and here’s God’s new reality… we are blessed because when we abide in Christ we already have what belongs to Him. That embodies joy not just happiness; when we obey God’s Word, we encounter true value and produce hope for our world that supersedes the hard reality life dishes out. But here’s a danger for happiness seekers; lives brimming with happiness may promote self-sufficiency or pride and cause blindness to need around us; to an interest in sowing seeds that last a lifetime instead of splurging on ourselves.

As I read the bible and learn more about God’s love, that’s what I want to be reeled in by; and I want to learn to major on what God thinks, not so much what internet writers or Alisters think. I see value in regularly reminding myself of my need for Jesus, His saving grace, and His help that I cannot possibly provide myself.

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Storm beats EG in “Pink Out” game

By John Wilson John.bannernews@gmail.com

Sometimes even the smallest gesture can make all the difference in the world.

Last Monday during a nonconference game against East Gaston, the Stuart Cramer softball team showed that while sports are important, there are other things in life that are even more important.

In an effort to raise awareness the Storm hosted a “Pink Out” game in honor of the survivors and lost loved ones of breast cancer.

The event also raised money for The Woman in Pink a nonprofit organization located in Gastonia that strives to give hope and encouragement to women living with cancer.

Just before the game started, Dawn Lavinder and Micki Pettit, both cancer survivors, were asked to come on to the field to throw out the ceremonial opening pitch.

Dawn and Micki are the mothers of Cramer players Riley Lavinder and Alayna Pettit.

A lot of thought and effort went into the event.

As it turned out the idea of finding a way for the softball team to help with breast cancer awareness came from Riley Lavinder.

After talking to her family Riley took the idea to head coach James Brown. When coach Brown heard about it, he didn’t hesitate to sign off on it.

“It’s a little personal for me,” Coach Brown said. “My

mother-in-law passed away from breast cancer. So, when Riley approached me about it, I was on board.”

Raising awareness is an important tool in the battle against breast cancer. The more women know the better prepared they are to deal with this devastating disease.

“Statistically one in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer,” Brown went on to say. “This has touched our family here at Cramer and we wanted to give back to the community and raise awareness.”

After the opening pitch, the focus of the event shifted between cancer awareness and some good softball action.

The Storm players took the field wearing specially made pink jerseys.

For their part, the Lady Warriors got into the spirit of the event as well by wearing pink ribbons.

Once the action got underway, the Storm hit EG hard generating four runs in the first inning.

For the rest of the game Cramer would keep up the pressure. The Storm scored additional runs in the second and fourth innings to roll on to a convincing 8-1 victory.

Pitcher Emma Donaldson got the start for Cramer and for four innings she kept East Gaston batters off guard.

During her time on the mound, Donaldson stuck out eight batters and never gave up a hit before being relieved

by Hadley Womack.

Before taking the mound, Womack put in some solid work in the infield by delivering a fine performance as a batter and base runner.

Womack finished the game with two hits, two runs, and a stolen base.

Cramer ended the evening with six hits and six stolen bases.

Throughout the game Cramer took advantage of every hit and of any chance they had to advance base runners.

Womack wasn’t the only Storm player to turn in a top tier batting and baserunning performance. Sophomore Madison Lee, senior Andrea Detweiler and juniors Emma Donaldson and Payton Conroy all contributed.

Lee had two hits and three RBIs while Detweiler had one hit and two stolen bases.

Donaldson added one hit and two RBIs while Payton Conroy scored two runs and snared two stolen bases to help Cramer get the win.

East Gaston played hard, but they just couldn’t hold up to the Storm’s onslaught.

The Lady Warriors didn’t get on the scoreboard until the 6th inning. By then Cramer pretty much had the game in hand.

After beating East Gaston Cramer went on to beat Forestview 5-2 on Wednesday.

The Storm closed out the week strong with a big 14-2 win over South Point on Friday.

Cramer softball is now 11-2 overall and 7-1 in league play.

Stuart Cramer Storm Softball Team.

Photos provided

L-R - Alayna Pettit and mom Micki, Kim Beverly (WIP), Coach James Brown, Riley Lavinder and her mom Dawn, Deborah Mull (WIP).

Head Coach James Brown and player, Riley Lavinder.

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The East Gaston Lady Warriors softball team also played Cherryville High last week. The East Gaston girls prevailed 8-5 in that event. Here are some action shots from the game.

Photos by Jennifer Hall

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The East Gaston High Warriors baseball team met the Cherryville High Ironmen April 6 on the diamond shaped field of play. At the end of the game, rain and the Warriors had rusted the Ironmen by a score of 8-5. Here are some photos from the contest.

Photos by Jennifer Hall

Page Primary student teacher Miss Hubbard (left) recently completed her student teacher course in Mrs. Speas’ classroom. Miss Hubbard’s last day at Page was March 17. Everyone at Page wishes her the best as she moves onto her teaching career.

Gaston Schools photo

Gaston Library Book Sale set Join Gaston County Library, 1555 E. Garrison Blvd., from April 20th to April 23rd, and April 27th to April 30th (times vary) for its first in person Book Sale since 2019.

Admission is free, the sale is open to the public, and

items are restocked each day.

Cash and credit cards are accepted as payment. Prices for items vary.

You can also shop the online store. Place your secure online order and select a pickup time. The online store will be open from April 11th

through April 30th. https:// gcplfriends.

Presented by Friends of the Gaston County Public Library. All Book Sale proceeds are dedicated to providing equipment, furnishings, resources, and programming for GCPL patrons.

Mt. Holly Community Dinner planned The annual Mount Holly Community Dinner & Awards Banquet will be held on Thursday, May 5, 2022, in the Grand Hall. Tickets are $10 per person, purchase options available

at David’s Detailing and Moose Pharmacy.

Awards for Man & Woman, Business, Entrepreneur, Volunteer and Civic Organization of the year will be presented.

Mt. Holly Schools reunion planned Mt. Holly Schools All Years Reunion will take place April 30 – 4pm until 9pm at the Tuckaseege Community Center in Mt. Holly.

Tickets $10 per person. Proceeds go to pay for the facility and the rest will be donated.

Food trucks on site.

2022 Primary Election dates to remember

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Belmont Sports Hall of Fame wrap-up

By Ray Hardee The Belmont Sports Hall of Fame is set to induct four new honorees on April 19,

2022 at Park Street United Methodist Church. This year’s class have earned the recognition and honor that

goes with induction into this august hall of recognition.

Cynthia Hibberts did it all! She took care of all of the

court during a time that most people only took care of half of the court. Her parents and coaches always said, “Give it 100% and keep learning.”

That proved to be prophetic in the way that Cynthia Hibberts has lived her life. Cynthia always shows up. She was a four-year starter in basketball, track, and as a cheerleader.

In her sophomore, junior, and senior years, she was the Gold Medal State Champion in track and field for her event of choice- the 100-yard low hurdles. She was co-captain of the basketball team and the cheerleading squad during her senior year. She was the Kiwanis Club Outstanding Athlete of The Year. Plus, she has coached student-athletes on all levels with excellence.

Mark Young was perennial MVP in baseball and football. He was All-State in high school football, All-

ACC player in football, and selected as an East-West High School All-Star as well. But his achievements were not confined to athletic fields.

He was selected as a regular Member of the Student Council and in his Senior Year (1985), chosen to be President of His Senior Class, Member of the United Nations Club, and selected as one of the Who’s Who Among American High School Students.

Mark’s exploits gave him the opportunity to sign a full scholarship to play college football at Wake Forest University on the Division I level where he was runner-up for ACC Player of the Year and selected for the All-ACC First Team as a running back.

Migjen Bakali is the alltime South Point High School After reading the book, “Lemonade War,” students at Kiser Elementary in Stanley culminated leader in career scoring with the “One School, One Book” program by setting up their own lemonade stand and raising $580 1606 points as well as the sinfor the Tri-County Animal Rescue. Good job! gle-season record holder with 658 points scored. Each of these records have stretched the scoring parameters and will not (if ever) be easily broken. During his senior season, he averaged 25.3 points, 11.1 rebounds, and 6.4 assists while leading South Point to their first sectional title game.

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ment win over the University of Southern Mississippi that is still a Southeast NCAA Tournament Regional record. His 47.7 percent three-point field goal completion percentage still ranks as seventh best alltime at N.C. State.

George Kitchen is a Belmont legend- born, raised, and stayed. A local Belmont High School (1953-1957) graduate, George has invested his life in the local community. Literally hundreds of student-athletes received their tutelage under the wise influence of George Kitchen. From Little League to Belmont Middle School and South Point High School, Mr. Kitchen has served the local sports community with excellence in multiple ways.

He has even kept the clocks of Belmont and South Point teams in his spare time. As a coach and servant-leader, he has served the Belmont community with excellence for decades.

These honorees are shining examples of athletic excellence and candidates who have certainly earned their place in the Belmont Sports Hall of Fame. The Belmont Sports Hall of Fame banquet will be held on April 19, 2022 at Park Street United Methodist Church in Belmont, NC. Tickets can be purchased for $20 from Phil Champion State Farm Insurance in Belmont and the Belmont Drug Store.

Stuart Leslie inducted into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi Stuart Leslie of Mount Holly, North Carolina, was recently initiated into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation’s oldest and most selective all-discipline collegiate honor society. Leslie was initiated at Georgia Southern University.

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Must have own transportation.

40 hrs. week, $17 per hour, based on experience. (704) 435-1065 FULL TIME GROUNDS KEEPER NEEDED. Maintain landscaping for rental property.

Must have valid NC Drivers license. Pay depends on experience. 704-473-4299 FOREST CITY SATURDAY YARD HELPER NEEDED. For 5 hours 9:30 to 2:30 pm pulling weeds, small projects, cleaning outdoor surfaces, mowing grass, etc. Must be able to lift/ carry 40lbs up and down hills, occasionally. (828) 467-0942 1autoeng@gmail.com LOCAL COMPANY IN BELMONT, NC is looking to fill several positions. Part time help needed 40 hours per month starting in early May doing internet research and document editing for a government contractor. Hours are flexible. No experience necessary but basic computer skills preferred; will train as needed. To qualify, you must have a VALID NC driver’s license or State ID and live in a qualified HUBZone. To determine if you live in a HUBZone, go to https://maps.certify.sba.gov/hubzone/map and enter your address. Once you have entered your address, it will state whether your address qualifies or not. If interested and qualified, please send your name, address, and phone number to slaye@accelaconsulting.com, or call Stacey at (704) 461-8680.

CARE GIVER LOOKING TO TAKE CARE OF YOUR LOVED ONES. 20+ years. Excellent references. Bathe, light housekeeping/cooking, meds, errands. 704-472-3472.

IN NEED OF PARTS PULLER. Auto Parts of Shelby. Must have own tools. Apply in person at 1021 County Home Road, Shelby, NC 28152. 704-487-5234.

COINS * COINS * COINS. We Buy & Sell Coins. “Coin Collector Supplies.” JAKE’S KNIVES & COLLECTIBLES. 1008 South Lafayette Street, Shelby. Call 704-600-6996 (980) 295-5568

GOLDEN DOMERS TOY AND HOBBY. visit our NEW LOCATION .....Model Cars, Die-cast Cars & Trucks, Tractors, Hot Wheels, Construction Toys, Sports Memorabilia, Autographed Items, Hard to Find Items! See Mike & Brandon Willis.

We’re located at 104 Oliver Ave. (behind El Acapulco Mexican Restaurant in Boiling Springs), Shelby 704297-0102 or 704-297-0103

CHERRYVILLE, NC, PARTTIME CHURCH SECRETARY Part-time secretary.

Office hours are 8-12 MonFri. Qualifications: HS diploma, MS Office experience, basic bookkeeping & organizational skills. (704) 4356069 hodinc@yahoo.com HELP WANTED: RIVERSIDE RIDING STABLES. Trail Guide, own transportation, dependable, prefer female. Full/ Part-time. Must have experience with horses. Serious Inquiries Only! 828-288-1302.

COMPLETE CARE INC. Is seeking CNAs / In Home Aides for Cleveland and Gaston Counties. Apply M-F, 8am-4pm at 404 W. Warren St, Shelby, NC 28150 or call (704) 4809340

BUSINESS SERVICES

FOR SALE

COATS PERFORMANCE YARN. 501 York Road, Kings Mountain, NC. 8 hour shifts.

Apply within. For more info, email kimberly.durden@coats. com or call 980-291-5331.

BUSINESS SERVICES COMPUTER REPAIRS AND MORE!! Free estimates with computer repairs, virus clearing, data recovery and forgotten passwords. Need help setting up a new application on your cell phone or how to use them? Do you have a Ring doorbell you still need to hook up? I can help! Serving Cleveland County and surrounding areas. Call Tim (661) 3126159 saveyourearth@live.com TRIPLE D PAINTING, LLC. All your painting needs. Free estimates. Over 25 yrs experience! Facial board replacement available!!! Making your home, building or business look new again. (704) 418-5736 childresstracy1@gmail.com JIM’S PAINTING SERVICES. Exterior painting only. Free estimates. You will be pleased with our work. We have references.

828-287-9272. 828-429-7511.

(828) 429-7511 J & M LAWNCARE SERVICE. Reasonable Rates! “Shelby area.” Mowing, trimming, edging & blowing. Insured! (704) 974-9981 RETIRED GENERAL CONTRACTOR AVAILABLE. “SPECIALIZING IN DECKS” Repairs and New Construction. Rutherford/Cleveland County areas.

Contact Bob at (828) 476-6058 IT’S TIME TO TRIM CREPE MYRTLE TREES. Spreading Mulch or Gravel, minor chainsaw work and storm clean-up.

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

CLEVELAND COUNTY GARAGE DOORS. Spring Tuneup Special, $69.95. We will check all your equipment lube, make sure it’s working correctly. We repair broken doors. Also offering new installations. 704477-9119 or 704-472-9367.

HAIR CUTS, COLORS, AND STYLES!!! Guys and Dolls Hair Salon! Call Stacey Wallace @ 704-473-5310 and Schedule your appointment to get your new look. Walk ins also welcome. 1440 E Marion St., Shelby BUS H HOGG I N G / M OW I N G .

Bushhoging/mowing in Rutherford and Cleveland counties.

Please contact (704)-466-7487.

Thanks (704) 466-7487 REASONABLE RATES LAWNCARE. Mow, Trim and Edge. 704-472-4737.

HOME REMODELING. Interior and exterior remodeling. Tile, decks, flooring, we do it all! Call Charlie today for your free estimate! (828) 244-7087 charliejohnston32@gmail.com HANDYMAN SERVICES. NOW IS THE TIME. Over 25 years Exp! Install Replace Hot water Heaters, Mulching, Trees and Bushes trimmed, Minor Repairs,Ceiling Fans, Mini Blind Installation, Any Handyman Services. No Job too Big or Small! References available.

We will show up and do the job.

Call us first, 704-692-4449.

MAUSOLEUM OF SERENITY. Crypts 119 and 120 sixth level patio tandem at Hillcrest Gardens, Mt Holly, NC. Seller pays transfer fee. $4500. Contact (704) 813-9795 kathylshockley@gmail.com LAWN MOWER FOR SALE. Best Offer! Toro self propelled push mower. Hasn’t been used in three years. Excellent condition. (704) 524-8761 nctomcat2002@yahoo.com STORAGE BUILDINGS. “We Buy, Sell, Trade” J. Johnson Sales INC. Forest City, NC 828245-5895.

CAMP’S COMPLETE LAWN CARE and RESIDENTIAL FENCING. “30 + Years Experience”. Call Donnie at (704) 480-7405 I WILL COME TO YOU! Experienced Diesel/Auto Mechanic, Welding & Tractor Work.

Honest, Reliable. If no answer, leave message (704) 300-7590 SHIPMAN’S MASONRY- 48 YEARS EXPERIENCE. Brick, Block & Stone, Outside Fireplaces, Foundations, Underpinnings. “Free Estimates”. 1st Quality Work! (863) 532-1587 24 HOUR MOBILE MECHANIC. I will come to you to repair any car, lawnmower or tractor.

Honest & reliable. (704) 3002332

AUCTIONS

PORTABLE ELECTRIC SCOREBOARD FOR SALE. Best Offer! Score, Timer, Buzzer. All functions work. (704) 524-8761 nctomcat2002@yahoo.com RENT TO OWN TRAILERS. DUMPS, GOOSENECK, ENCLOSED, EQUIPMENT, CAR HAULERS, ALL TRAILERS - RENT TO OWN 24, 36 &48 MONTHS. “NO CREDIT CHECK”. J JOHNSON SALES, FOREST CITY, NC 828-245-5895 “AVAILABLE NC, SC, TN, GA”.

STORAGE AUCTION. Saturday, April 23, 9am, Mountain Storage of Lake Lure, 926 Bills Creek Road, Lake Lure, NC 28746. Call 828-625-8988

GASTON COUNTY

RUTHERFORD COUNTY YARD SALE. Mon., Apr 11th15th, 2022, from 8:00 AM 2:00 PM. Fabric, emb thread, regular sulky thread, notions etc. Household items, craft items, something for everyone. Please email me before coming. Bills Creek area Lake Lure, NC 28746 (828) 691-5978 sudie5758@gmail. com

CHROME TEXAS CHEVROLET. WHEELS 6 LUGS. CHEVROLET TEXAS WHEELS SET OF 4, 22X9.5 WITH 305/40/22 TIRES (1500 MILES ON TIRES, WHEELS LIKE NEW!) $1200 CALL (704) 460-5965 SAMSUNG 65” BRAND NEW TV. 4K Smart TV, in box, $440; 55” used TV, MG w/remote, $175: Watch 2000 Adult Channels $25. (704) 962-9007 3 DOG KENNELS. (2) 6’x10’ and (1) 4’x10’. Chain link. Like new. All 3 for $250. (704) 692-8001

FOR SALE

BUILDINGS, GARAGES, SHOPS with Concrete Slab.

“We Got’Em” and “We do them Turn Key” J. Johnson Sales INC., Forest City, NC. 828-2455895.

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

WANT A GARAGE, BARN, WORKSHOP, STORAGE BUILDING? “WE GOT ‘EM” 20’X20’, 24X30’, 30’X60’.

LARGE ON SITE DISPLAY. WE DO GRADING, GRAVEL, CONCRETE, POWER, ETC.....

TURN KEY. J JOHNSON SALES, FOREST CITY, NC 828-245-5895 TRANSPORT CHAIR $85.

Red transport chair, 250 lb limit, like new. Call Lynn (843) 343-6890 mobilityservices07@ gmail.com

CARPORTS, GARAGES, RV COVERS, BOAT TRACTOR COVERS IN STOCK. Areas largest on site display. Best Selection, Options. Quality you can getting one place! J. Johnson Sales, Inc. Forest City, NC. 828-245-5895.

RENT TO OWN CARPORTS, BUILDINGS GARAGES. J. Johnson Sales Inc., Forest City, NC. Call 828-245-5895.

RENT TO OWN DUMP TRAILERS. 7 ton $1400 down, $599 month. 5 ton $1000 down, $399 month. Limited supply. “Rent to own on all trailers”. J. Johnson Sales Inc. Forest City, NC 828245-5895.

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

Check our prices and quality before you buy. Bridges Riding Equipment. Boiling Springs, NC.704-434-6389, (704) 473-0867

REFRIGERATORS, STOVES, WASHERS, DRYERS. Discount Prices. 1205 Earl Road, Shelby NC. (704) 487-4443 OLD GAMBLING MACHINE. $150 Would make a good man cave piece. (704) 300-1818 kim_hopper@bellsouth.net DRIVE COLBALT MOBILITY CHAIR. Mobility Chair for under 175 lbs., 2 years since new motors. Some wear does show, delivered, warranty, training. Call Scooterman John for a picture. (704) 9514224 mobilityservices07@ gmail.com

OFFICE CLOSING SALE TODAY!!! 4:00 - 6:00 PM TODAY. OFFICE CLOSING. BOOKSHELVES, FILE CABINETS, LEATHER CHAIRS, COMPUTER, PRINTERS, COMPUTER DESKS, RUGS, GAME TABLE WITH 4 LEATHER CHAIRS, SHREDDER, OFFICE DESKS AND MORE! 410 NORTH LAFAYETTE STREET BESIDE LAUGHLIN FURNITURE. (704) 692-3039 CHARLOTTEPTEAGUE@GMAIL.COM

FLAG POLES & FLAGS. 15ft., 20ft., 25ft. “All American Made!” Delivery and installation is available. J. Johnson Sales INC, Forest City, NC. Call 828245-5895.

YARD SALES ATTIC SALE. Sat., April, 23rd.

7:30 AM-1 PM. Washer/Dryer, Glassware, Clothes, Shoes, Home Decor’ and etc. 380 Woodlawn St., Belmont, NC 28012

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

(704) 538-5788

NOW HIRING FOR TEACHERS. Bloom CDC. Ask for Tina Pettis. (704) 313-7019 NOW HIRING FOR TEACHERS. CONNECTED KIDS CDC. Call Mandy or Erica.

(704) 487-5792

Deadline: Friday at 12:00 Noon

4 WHEEL SCOOTER $795.00.

Pride 4 wheel scooter, 2020 model, charger, basket, delivered with a tech warranty. Call Scooterman John (704) 951-4224 mobilityservices07@gmail.com HORSE QUALITY HAY. Square and round bales. Call (704) 487-6855

ONE BURIAL PLOT FOR SALE. At Cleveland Memorial Park, $1,200. Call (704) 6920402 NEW 4 FT. AERATOR. will hold water. $325. New in box Leupole VX-Freedom, 3x9X40, Matt 1 in. Ultimateslam -$225.00. 704-739-7621.

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

FOR SALE

PETS & LIVESTOCK

2021 PRIDE SCOOTER Cover, Lift and Charger. New Battery. $2300 OR OBO. 704-884-5428 serious inquires only.

FIREWOOD FOR SALE. Long wheelbase load. Fully loaded. $70.00/load. Delivered. 864492-4793 or 803-627-9408.

GERMAN POLICE AND LAB MIX, $300. Bird dog, $75; small Chihuahua and Feist mix, $75. All male. (704) 473-8300

LIMBER COB CORN SEEDS $8.00/lb; Martin Gourds, $1.00 and up. (704) 538-8893

WANT TO BUY

FOUR GRAVE PLOTS. In the Fountain Section of Cleveland Memorial Park. Sell all four for $1300 with the buyer paying the transfer fee. (704) 751-7739 VINTAGE T-SHIRTS (100-110) “All New”. Featuring All Types Of Advertising & Logos (Example Cigarette Brands) Sizes Large & Extra Large. All In One Buy for $3 Each. Grave Plot at Westview Gardens on Edgewood Road in Bessemer City (Includes Marker) $1500 Negotiable. (704) 685-2507 WESTERN SADDLE 17 INCH, like new, $225. Braided hall runner rug 9x2’ $60. Vintage Gone With The Wind plates $10 each. 1950s walnut dressing table with three-way mirror $325.

828-429-3884.

TWO CEMETERY PLOTS FOR SALE. $2500 for both. Plus transfer fee. Cleveland Memorial Park Cemetery, Shelby, NC. David Whitaker (704) 434-7760 PORTABLE SEWING MACHINE, NEW GAS GRILL. shop vacuum, tool box on wheels, push mower, weedeater and blower, planter and many other garden tools. 704434-9540, leave message; 704-692-6729 USED CAMPER TOPS: BUY/ SALE/TRADE. Various sizes and styles. (828) 980-0881 PRIDE MOBILITY MEDICAL LIFT RECLINER. Red fabric and battery backup. Cost $1200, asking $200. Good condition. (704) 482-4966 4X4 ROUND BALER. Electric Tie. Used last year, $4000. 6 ft.

Box Scrape (Like New), $400.

4 Wheel Hay Wagon, 8”X18’ Oak Flooring “kept in bar” $300. 16ft. Stoll Cattle Trailer in very good condition $4,500.

704-718-8015.

PLASTIC SOLID TOP DRUMS GREAT FOR PLANTERS. Food Grade Totes #1 and #2 Totes. Feed Drums & Burning Barrels. 15 Gallon Plastic Solid Top Barrels. Call Jeff in Hickory (828) 327-4782 RIDING/PUSH MOWERS, GARDEN TILLERS, GOKARTS, MINI-BIKES. Ready to mow. All in excellent condition. Can deliver, 30+ years experience in repair work. 828980-0853, 704-476-9383.

WOULD LIKE TO BUY CEMETERY PLOT. Located in Mountain Rest Cemetery, Kings Mountain, NC. (864) 266-7962

WE BUY JUNK VEHICLES WE BUY JUNK CARS, TRUCKS AND VANS, PAYING CASH!!!! (704) 4875244 I HAVE A 22 RIFLE. Single shot, bolt action and need the bolt. Noble make, Model 20A. 828-289-1907.

16’ BUMPER PULL CATTLE TRAILER. Please call (704) 487-5480 WANT TO BUY CARS, TRUCKS. Trailers, Tractors, Farm Equipment. Must have ID and proof of ownership. Callahan’s Towing. (704) 692-1006 DANNY’S AUTOWERKS. Buying used or junk cars. Competitive prices. Call Danny 828-289-3081 or Jimmy 828289-1175.

LOOKING TO PURCHASE VINTAGE FIREARMS. For restoring or parts. Grips, boxes, any gun related items. Rifles, pistols. Preferred 22’s. (704) 600-8560 WANTED: OLD AND NEW AMMO. Reloading supplies.

Call 828-245-6756 or cell # 828-289-1488.

FARM & GARDEN DEUTZ ALLIS TRACTOR. 26 HP diesel includes 5 ft. bush hog and 4 ft. box blade, 1989. Steering easy for woman or man. Quick change implements, 1200 hours. $6900.

(828) 228-4016 FESCUE HAY 4x5 round bales fescue hay, $35-$40. (704) 215-0214 tgcooper2001@ gmail.com FORD TRACTOR FOR SALE. Model 860, Runs great, new tires. Lots of new parts. $4,800 or OBO. Call Randy for more info: 704-472-7800.

FLEMISH GIANT RABBITS FOR SALE. Located in Kings Mountain. Call, text, email for more info. (704) 734-8392 ccwade2012@gmail.com KENNELS, DOG KENNELS, DOG HOUSES. 7x7x4, 5x10x6, 10x10x4, 10x10x6, 10x20x6, 20x20x6. Roof tops. Delivery & Installation is Available! J. Johnson Sales INC, Forest City,NC. 828-245-5895.

AKC CANE CORSA PUPPIES. Ready to go. Contact Ronnie for more info. (704) 974-2716 REGISTERED ROTTWEILER PUPS Tails docked and dew claws removed. Vaccinations and worming up to date. Nice big pups. $1400. (828) 4479976 v8babydoll@yahoo.com BEAUTIFUL GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES. Ready to go to their forever homes. $500 each. Please call for details (980) 888-6331 Batessherry37@gmail.com

SPR ING SPECIAL! THREE BLACK & THREE CHOCOLATE Lab puppies. AKC Registered.

Parents on site. Champion Bloodline. Excellent disposition.

Vet checked and ready to go! $700. (704) 914-8241 BLUE TICK BEAGLE PUPPIES. 1st shots & wormed. Parents on site. Ready to go. $250 each. (704) 692-6787 GOLDENDOODLE PUPPIES. F1. CREAMS AND parti. Two litters of cream and parti F1 Goldendoodles. CKC. First shots.

Dewormed 3 X’s. Call for more information (828) 962-2217 leslee_bekemeier@yahoo.com

FREE PIGS TO GOOD HOME!!!

3 sibling pigs; 2 females and 1 neutered male that are looking for a new home. They are 3 years old and have been very well taken care of. Family no longer able to give them the attention they deserve. They are mostly black with some white markings, weigh round 50 pounds. Rutherfordton, NC Area. If interested call Ami 828-286-0700 Or call or text Jena 828-429-7256 jenametcalf@gmail.com

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WINNEBAGO ADVENTURA RV 2005 WINNEBAGO ADVENTURA. 2005 Very Nice Condition!

Live Large! 37 feet, 3 Slides, Mileage 64200. Private Queen Bedroom with seating. The Living Area includes a Sofa Bed, Swivel Rocker, and a Dining Table that can be converted for an additional sleeping area. Kitchen includes Corian countertops, oven, range, microwave, refrigerator/freezer and lots of storage.

2 Flat screen TVs. Bath area: Glass Enclosed Shower with Seat and a private potty room with a door. One very unique, and wonderful added feature to this RV is a WASHER/DRYER Combo. (This was added by the only other owner who was a Boeing Engineer) RVing Is the Best Living! Serious Inquiries Text 704-473-7729 (704) 473-7729

MOTORCYCLES & ATVS

ADULT QUAIL $5 EACH. Quail Chicks $1.50 ea. Quail eggs $3 per doz. 10% to 20% off adult birds. (704) 476-9943

1999 HONDA GL 1500 SE Goldwing. Less than 30,000 miles. Clean bike. $8,500. 828429-7495.

LABRADOODLE Labradoodle, medium size, Male. Has had his shots, wormed and looking for a good home now.

Parents tested and cleared.

Born 12/16/21. $500 (252) 999-0720 mlshirley@msn.com

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

Call Dorcas, 803-718-2659.

CARS & TRUCKS

REAL ESTATE

DOGS FOR SALE. 1 miniature male poodle, 8 months old, apricot, CKC - $1,200. Black male puppies, CKC - $1,200.

828-289-8844.

GOLDENDOODLE PUPPIES Multigenerational F1B. Non shed coats, CKC registered and vet exam, $1500, www.clearcreekgoldendoodles.com (828) 546-2757 graceisours@hotmail.com

CAMPERS

FOR RENT CLEVELAND COUNTY

AKC ENGLISH COCKER SPANIEL PUPPIES. 10 weeks old. Golden. Ready to go to new home. $1600. Call or text, 704806-6422. Serious inquiries only.

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

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

PETS & LIVESTOCK

Deadline: Friday at 12:00 Noon

HICKORY CREEK APARTMENTS FOR SENIORS. (62 and older), disabled (50 and older).

Shelby. Now taking applications for waiting list. 418 East Warren Street, (704) 487-6354 2 OR 3 BEDROOM MOBILE Homes. For rent in Shelby & Grover. $750-$850. Call (828) 234-8147

HUGE, REFRESHED APARTMENTS! GREAT LOCATION! Love where you live! Available now!

2 bed/1bath; approx 1000 sqft. Modernized large floorpan, ample bedrooms with two closets, eat in kitchen, washer/dryer hookups.

Professionally managed by Property Management Corp.

Call today to schedule a tour or apply. 704-705-4516. (704) 705-4516 rentals@chamberlainoaks.net

CLEVELAND COUNTY

2006 NISSAN FRONTIER 130,000 miles, $7500.00, clean inside & out! Need to see & drive to appreciate!

South Shelby. Serious inquiries only. (704) 482-2870 2003 CHEVROLET CORVETTE. 50th Anniversary Edition Convertible, Red, Automatic $12,000 ; 2009 Harley Davidson Electric Glide Ultra $7500 (704) 300-9223 2002 CHEVROLET CAVALIER. Automatic, New Brakes & Rotors, and New Rear Tires.

Good Condition! $1800 (864) 838-1392 2007 FORD EDGE. Burgundy, tan interior, good tires, daily driver, 200K miles, very good condition. $5,200. Call (828) 447-0774

CAMPERS

Answers

1985 WINNEBAGO MINNIE WINNIE 21ft. Class C 7.5L V8 engine, Sleep 4, 91k miles, stored inside. $1200. More info at: rowy20@revsunits.com (828) 559-2881

CLASSIFIED ADS GET RESULTS!

TURN YOUR HOUSE INTO CASH? I PURCHASE UNWANTED RENTAL PROPERTY AND/OR STARTER HOMES. MUST BE PRICED TO SELL! “QUICK CLOSINGS”! Call 704-472-0006.

FOR RENT CLEVELAND COUNTY MOVE IN SPECIAL. 2 & 3 Bedroom, deposit required. $200 weekly rates. Includes power and water. NO PETS. (704) 473-4299 MOBILE HOMES & APARTMENTS. In Kings Mountain.

Price starting at $100 per week. Call (704) 739-4417 2&3 BEDROOM MOBILE HOMES. Nice and clean, water furnished. Oak Grove Community, Kings Mtn. Call or text, 704-739-0259.

RESIDENCES AT HUMBOLDT PARK. (55+) Refreshed Units Available Now! Quiet, Comfortable, 55+ Community. Shelby’s best Senior Living! Be at Home, in a Humboldt home. Call Property Management Corp today or come by for a tour. 715 Dellinger Rd, Shelby, 704705-4516 or 704-705-4533 (Leave a message if voicemail) (704) 705-4533 rentals@thehumboldtpark.net NO HEAT BILLS HERE. 3 room apartment, (1 BR, 1 BA), Shelby, excellent location, Second floor.

Not HAP eligible. No pets or smoking. Heat & water included in $550 month. (704) 487-5480

RUTHERFORD COUNTY

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

Age 62 or older. Equal Housing Opportunity. 211 North Morgan Street, (704) 482-7723

OAKLAND ROAD 2BR APARTMENT. Like new. Appliances, sewer, water, garbage included $650. Small efficiency, all utilities included. $495 plus deposit and references. 828351-3322.

FISHERMAN’S SPECIAL. 2 bedroom cottage with pier & boat house for rent. $1100 month. (704) 472-6280

2 & 3 BEDROOM MOBILE HOMES. Small private park between Spindale and Forest City.

Starting at $550 per month.

828-382-0475.

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

Equal Housing Opportunity.

2 BEDROOM, 1 BATH MOBILE HOME. Harris area, private lot. $650 month, $650 deposit. Application required. Proof of income required. No smoking, No pets.

828-429-3424.

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Visit these fine area businesses for everything pet related.

Be assured ~ they love your pets like you do!

What is the right type of pet for you Welcoming a pet into one’s life can be a rewarding experience. Pets promote compassion and discipline in their owners, and their companionship can be incredibly rewarding. They also can be helpful tools for teaching children responsibility.

Pets require commitment, patience and financial investment.

Potential pet owners also need to understand just what they’re getting into when they decide to bring a pet home. Certain animals require a greater level of attention than others, and some pets might not be the right fit for all involved. After all, a pet is not a temporary playmate, but a long-term family member who will require considerable love and attention.

Prospective pet owners should consider various factors to help them find the pet that suits their families.

Decide if you want a young pet or prefer an older animal, each of which has its advantages and disadvantages. While puppies and kittens can be attractive, they require extra time and care upon being welcomed into a home, and that can be rough if young children are in the home and not accustomed to pets and their unique behaviors. In such instances, an older established animal may be a better fit, especially if you can devote the time to retraining the animal to your preferences. If you already have pets, you’ll need to find one that’s compatible with your existing animals.

The American Veterinary Medical Foundation says to carefully consider if you can provide the amount of attention your

pet will need. Different species and breeds require various amounts of care. A ferret or hamster may be self-sufficient most of the day, while a boisterous puppy will not be. People who travel frequently or are out of the house most of the day will have to keep this in mind as well.

Affordability is another factor to consider. Assess whether you have the money necessary to offer shelter, recreation, medical care, food, exercise, and socialization for this particular pet. If you cannot budget for a pet that has a lot of needs, look for one that has relatively inexpensive care requirements, like a fish.

Remember that some animals can live many years, while others have a relatively short life span. Factor this into your decision as well. Once you make the commitment to the pet, it’s unfair to surrender an animal simply because you failed to recognize the time and energy required to take care of it.

For more assistance choosing a pet, speak with a trusted veterinarian or animal expert about the traits of certain animals and breeds up for consideration.

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38 East Woodrow Ave. Belmont, NC Call (704)825-5987 To Schedule an Appointment!

Hours: Monday-Saturday 8 am - 4 pm

(starting at $40 & Up) Includes Bath/Blowout & Fur, Feet, Fanny

• Bath & Nails (starting at $30 & Up)

Call for Details: 980-406-8150

Extras

• DeMatting Fee $7 / 15 Minutes • Spa Special $15 • Teeth Brushing $10 • Late Fee $10/ hour • Nail Filing $15

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