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Jerry Haney Named to Belmont Sports Hall of Fame By Bobby Brown, BSHF committee member Jerry Haney, athlete and gentleman extraordinaire, will add prestige and honor to the Belmont Sports Hall of Fame when he is inducted into the Hall at 7 p.m. on Monday, March 23, at the Park Street Methodist Church Family Life Center. His picture will then be placed in the Hall at the Belmont Historical Society alongside some 66 other outstanding sports individuals and 11 sport championship teams. Haney, like many Belmont kids, started out on the red dusty playground baseball fields that were sprinkled around the city for the kids of the community. He was not just an ordinary player. His talents for the games on the athletic field were obvious from an early age to those that played with or saw him play. Moving on to stiffer competition in the Cramerton Recreation League, he continued to improve. Cramerton Middle School “Chefs” took top honors at last Saturday's RoboGaston event. The team will advance to Then came high school era sports, where he was a key player on five the Western NC finals. See RoboGaston event story and more photos on page 8. See more JERRY HANEY page 3 Photo by Alan Hodge

Belmont gets “Great Main Street” honor Alan Hodge alan.bannernews@gmail.com

Something that everyone knows who lives or visits Belmont was officially recognized last week when the town was cited as having a "Great Main Street" by the 2015 Great Places in North Carolina awards program. The N.C. chapter of the American Plan-

ning Association, had this to say- "Main Street Belmont is a special place, retaining its classic small town look and feel while buzzing with economic vitality. Its rich cultural assets, family-friendly entertainment, and active local living only add to the energy of the area." Christina Moose of Meese Jewelry on N. Main St. is president of the Downtown BelSee more MAIN STREET page 2

Mount Holly Community Garden secretary Jessica Connell is seen surrounded by planting beds just waiting for dirt, eager hands, and warm weather. Photo by Alan Hodge

Community garden sprouting in Mount Holly By Alan Hodge alan.bannernews@gmail.com

Spring is just around the corner and folks are working hard to get the Mount Holly community garden up and going. Last fall, folks like former Mount Holly mayor Bobby Black, his wife Melanie, and Mount Holly Farmer Market director Scott Griffin floated the idea of a community garden similar to the highly popular one in Belmont.

The next step involved procuring a plot of land for the garden. That's when First United Methodist Church offered use of a vacant plot next to its parking area. Helping that along was FUMC's pastor, Rev. Angela Pleasants who is a big fan of community gardens and helped launch a similar endeavor at her former place of employment, Central United Methodist Church in Charlotte. See more COMMUNITY GARDEN page 2

Belmont was recently recognized for its vibrant and lovely Main Street area. It was one of just four cities in North Carolina to achieve the distinction. Photo by Alan Hodge

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Belmont Banner 79th anniversary coming up By Alan Hodge alan.bannernews@gmail.com

An important and rare piece of local history was recently discovered by Curtis Gaston as he was going through some items stored by his late parents Harley Jr. and Kitty and that find was a copy of the very first issue of the Belmont Banner. Dated March 18, 1936, the yellowed and fragile artifact is not just a window on life in Belmont back then, but also of the philosophy and hopes of the fledgling publication that is now in its 79th year. The logo of the paper summed it up, calling the Banner “A New And Modern Weekly Newspaper Published In The Interest Of All the People Of The Thriving City Of Belmont. This Issue Will Be Read In Every Home Within the Community”. The Banner's publishers, Arp Lowrance, Clyde Moody, and Bomar Lowrance, topped the front page of the inaugural edition with an open letter to the readership that stated- “For the people of Belmont and the surrounding community we present this as the first issue of the Belmont Banner in the hope that it will be accepted by all as Belmont's own. The cooperation of the merchants and business men in making this a fine issue has been unexcelled in our experience and we could hardly expect a better approval from the readers and the homes of this thriving city.…..For some time the publishers have planned the publishing of a newspaper here and it appears the time is ripe for beginning such an enterprise. As we begin there is more confidence that this healthy baby newspaper will soon grow into one of the leading newspapers of the Piedmont section.” Stories in that very first edition of the Banner kicked off

Curtis Gaston found this rare first edition of the Belmont Banner when he was looking through some things belonging to his late parents Harley Jr. and Kitty Gaston. Photo by Alan Hodge with a profile of Belmont by Curtis Gaston's grandfather Harley Gaston Sr. who described the town as “one of the Carolinas' most prosperous cities”. Another front page article looked at the growth of local schools and declared the city started out with three teachers and ninety students in 1900 and had grown to the 1936 tally of 59 teachers and 2,204 kids. Inside, the first Belmont Banner focused on good things that folks were doing in the community. One article profiled upcoming Boy Scout events and activities. Another piece announced plans by the local PTA to boost membership. On the cultural scene, the Banner covered a Belmont High School glee club and piano concert. The program included tunes such as “Dancing Fairies", “Spinning Song”, and “My Curly Headed Baby”. In sports, the Banner ran a story by James Dixon laying out plans for a local softball league. Players from local mills such as Imperial, Aberfoyle, and Eagle were hopping on board the league. Dubbed “Local and Personal” the society page of the first Banner gave the lowdown on what

area ladies and gents were up to. Tidbits included news that J. Ross Gilbert was coming home to Belmont after having had an appendix operation in Statesville, that Grady Bowen of Newport News, Va. was spending time with his parents in Belmont, and that Miss Estelle Hall was in a fashion show in Gastonia. Advertisements in the first edition of the Belmont Banner shined a light on local businesses. The Hollywood Theater in East Belmont announced several flicks including “Waterfront Lady”, “The Invisible Ray”, and “Sweet Surrender”. The Leader department store had a big ad proclaiming “smart, spring dresses” for $2.98 each. BelkMatthews on Main St. offered men's socks for 10 cents a pair, denim overalls for 97 cents, and men's shorts for 19 cents a pair, Just a few of the other advertisers in the first Banner included W.H. and D.P. Stowe Company, Warren's Grocery Store where eggs were 25 cent a dozen, and Ostwalt's cafe. Overall, the first edition of the Belmont Banner shows that community news was a vital part of the local landscape back in 1936 and is still relevant today.

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COMMUNITY GARDEN FROM page 1 “Making a community garden in Mount Holly has been a dream of mine since I came here in 2006,” Rev. Pleasants said. Continuing the process, the Blacks attended a community garden conference in Asheville to get ideas and tips for the Mount Holly garden. Even though the weather has been horrible of late, work has continued on the community garden project with nearly 40 of a planned 51 beds built. According to Black, four of the beds will be configured for cultivation by senior citizens or folks with disabilities. A bed has been set aside for use by FUMC to teach preschoolers all about gardening. On site cooking demonstrations will also take place once the garden is up and growing. For all the beds, the usual red clay that passes for soil in our region will be replaced with rich, black dirt sure to grow luscious veggies and lots of them. “We've gotten loads of amazing compost from Earth Farms near Dallas,” Black said. About 17 tons of recycled asphalt from Lanier Materials will be used to make pathways in the

garden. There will also be a tool shed and an arbor for practical and aesthetic purposes. Plans also include partnering with the Community Relief Organization and Meals on Wheels to share produce. Black says he has been in touch with Belmont community garden organizers like Jonathan Taylor for guidance as the Mount Holly project nears readiness. “It's exciting to work with Belmont,” he said. A good thing came the garden's way when it was given a $3,500 grant from Fiskar's Global international tool company. “They loved our community garden concept,” said Black. “The grant was one of just 30 they gave out in North America.” Plans are for a grand ribbon cutting and planting event at the Mount Holly community garden on April 11- Earth Day, time to be announced soon. The garden has proved to be such a success that this year's plots have already been spoken for. 'They went like wildfire,” Black said.

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FROM page 1 Middle Street in New Bern and Jefferson Avenue mont Merchant's Association. “It's very exciting for us to be given this in West Jefferson. And Center Street in Goldshonor,” she said. “The downtown businesses boro was selected as a "Great Main Street in the work very hard together to grow our town.” Making." Belmont mayor Charlie Martin was full of "All of these 'Great Main Streets' represent glee regarding the award. excellent examples of community-based plan“It's a fantastic honor,” he said. “I give credit ning at its best," said John Morck, president of to our great public works department, the Main APA-NC. "Through this program, we celebrate Street committee, and the merchants.” great places in our state and the local partnerships The APA-NC awards give kudos to communithat have worked collaboratively to make these ties statewide and are awarded in two categories — professional and people's choice. Belmont's places great." The selections will be featured on GreatPlacmain thoroughfare was selected by a panel in the esNC.org and the APA-NC website, and winprofessionals' category. That category includes ners are provided marketing materials to use a detailed nomination process that requires descriptions of the work and collaborations that in their business and economic development efforts, the release said. Winners also be honwent into creating the main street. The experts also selected three other North ored during special community presentations Carolina main streets for recognition in the pro- and at the APA-NC Annual Conference in fessionals' category: Sunset Avenue in Asheboro, October.

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Belmont council OKs measures for warm weather events By Alan Hodge alan.bannernews@gmail.com

Spring is here, almost, and the Belmont city council approved some measures last week to get the town ready for upcoming warm weather events. One of the votes was related to the Belmont Criterium bicycle race set for Sunday, April 12. The council approved downtown street closings for that day as well as alcohol possession and consumption regulations. The first bike race of the day will begin at noon and the last one will end by around 7:30pm. In order to accommodate the event, certain streets will be closed from 7am to 9pm. The race route will include N. Main St. from the railroad tracks to E. Woodrow Ave., Davis St., and Glenway St. The start/finish line will be in front of City Hall. Alcohol consumption and possession during race day will be allowed along that part of Catawba St. between Glenway St. and N. Main, and that portion of N. Main St. from E. Woodrow Ave. to Glenway St. No alcohol may be taken out of the area designated for its possession/consumption. Event personnel will be on hand to check wristbands of imbibers to make sure they

are eligible to possess and consume alcohol. The council also approved street closings and alcohol rules for the popular Friday Night Live music series. The outdoor street concerts have drawn large crowds to downtown Belmont since they started several summers ago. As in the past, the main music stage will be on Main St. near the railroad tracks. Alcohol sales will be allowed along a portion of Airline St. near Caravan Coffee. Possession and consumption will be allowed there and on S. Main to the intersection with Myrtle St. These same road areas will be closed to traffic. Like the Criterium, event personnel will be checking wristbands of alcohol buyers and consumers. Dates and performers for the Friday Night Live shows will be May 8, Continental Divide; May 22, Summerdaze Band; June 5, The Entertainers; June 19, Ken Knox and Company; July 3, Coming Up Brass; July 17, Black Water Rhythm and Blues Band; July 31, Fantastic Shakers; August City of Belmont employees “Cowboy” (on ladder) and Brandon Mosteller were seen hanging banners announcing the 14, Image Band; and August upcoming April 12 Criterium bicycle race. 28, Hip Pocket.. Event times Photo by Alan Hodge will be 7-10pm.

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JERRY HANEY FROM page 1 championship baseball teams. An outstanding starting pitcher, he was a member of the 1951 Belmont High School team Western Conference Co-Champions and the 1950 American Legion State Champions. During high school, Haney also played on the football team, demonstrating the same skill and determination. In 1951 he was named the recipient of the Wade Breeland Award for the most valuable football player at Belmont High. Before joining the U.S. Army as a young man, Haney played what was then considered semipro baseball for the Belmont Combers in the Industrial League, and later with the Riverbend Industrial League. In 1952, he played a year of professional baseball with the Lincolnton Cardinals. During his service in the military from 1955-56, he played as a starting pitcher for the 7th Army-Germany Division Baseball Champions. Earlier in 1954-55, he was a defensive back and tailback for the 7th Army-German Division Football Champions. He played with several major league baseball players while there. Once his team playing years ended, Haney kept up the connection with sports as a coach for East Lincoln Optimist Baseball and Basketball Teams for fifteen years. He was instrumental in helping found these leagues along with his former baseball teammates Ray and Tony Cloninger. Typical of the gentleman he is, Haney is very modest when he talks about the wonderful years he spent playing with great teams. He says when pressed, “I was privileged to be a part of these great teams. It was my teammates who helped make me look good.” This all may be true, but others know players are like clay for the potter. You have to have good clay to make a good vase, and Haney was molded from good clay. Haney is an avid golfer carrying a #6 handicap. Some say he shoots a great game of pool and is handy with horseshoes. As a committed citizen to the community, Haney established the Pat Haney Scholarship Fund in his late wife’s memory. The $1000 college scholarship, managed by the Belmont Historical Society, is awarded to a worthy student of South Point High each year. The keynote speaker for this important community event will be NFL Football Coach Perry Fewell of the Washington Redskins, who is a Cramerton native, former South Point football star, and Hall of Fame Inductee. Over the last 16 years, Coach Fewell has coached in the NFL with the Jacksonville Jaguars, St. Louis Rams, Chicago Bears, Buffalo Bills, and New York Giants. Join sports fans by purchasing tickets for $20 at Belmont Drug Store on Catawba Street and Belmont General Store on Main Street. Advanced ticket sales only.

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By Glenn Mollette Enact a flat tax immediately. Make Americans' lives simpler. Throw out the tax code. Let poor families pay zero. Middle class families could pay 10% to 15% and high-income people could pay about 20%. Obviously the dollar amounts and percentages can be changed in either direction, the concept is what is important. Stop birthright citizenship and maternity tourism. Currently, people from China are paying in excess of $50,000 to hide out in places in California so they can give birth to a child in our Country. They accomplish this by lying on their visa as to the purpose of their visit to America. This entitles the baby citizenship in America and later a passport. This means that they can come back to America and go to college. If they are poor then you and I will pay most of their college expenses. Maternity tourism has turned into a multimillion-dollar industry with thousands of Chinese women now coming to California to give birth. The little babies can also go back to the Middle East and grow up in a militant culture. It's time to change this. Only babies born to legal residents of our country should be entitled to citizenship. Secure our borders. Build a wall that is high and wide. Guard the wall 24 hours a day. This is not necessarily a cure-all remedy but it's something that is greatly needed. We need to use our homeland security and military to guard the wall. We have lots of military personnel scattered out all over the planet. We can use some of these to patrol our borders. Bring our jobs back from China and Mexico. Americans need jobs and money. It's time to cut the corporate tax rate to 15%. Perhaps then, some corporations will come home or stay here and hire legal American workers. Coming home but hiring undocumented workers should equal automatic hefty fines for any corporation. Americans have to help with this process. Labor unions cannot be waiting at every port of reentering employers to beat them over the heads with all their demands. If this scenario happens we still will not get our jobs back. Americans must also help by searching for and buying American made products. This is tough. We need to try. We need to shop as little as possible at stores that sell products made in China and Mexico. China and Mexico are not our friends. Cut Government. Government has become too large and wasteful. Government is a growing, hungry monster that is demanding more and more cash. We could cut government 10% across the board with the exception of Social Security and our Military. People who have paid into Social Security for years deserve what they receive. Our military earns every dollar that we pay them and they deserve to have our full support.

Well, Sharon and I both hate the winter and so we went to the recent Southern Spring Show in Charlotte and, after scurrying through the parking lot walked in the doors of the exhibition halls and suddenly it WAS spring what with all the flowers, plants, lush man-made gardens, babbling waterfalls, and such on display. It was easy to see that the mob shuffling along in the aisles between the vendor stalls were all of a similar mindset. That is, “we too are sick of being cold and want to get outside and start scratching warm dirt and planting things.” This got me thinking about traditional back yard gardening and how folks in our area have for generations hacked at the red clay soil and raised all sorts of vegetables. But backyard gardening is not always Eden and can be challenging in a number of ways. I recall when I was a little kid we lived in a duplex in Catawba Heights for a while, and there was an elderly lady across the road and she was trying to till the hardpan clay of her side yard with a hoe and she was barefoot and a misplaced downstroke of the hoe-tool took the end of her toe off. I have tried gardening myself and once raised a little patch of corn in the yard and it was about six feet tall

and had little cobs on it and other eatables but do not possess a green I would go every or flour-coated day and look at thumb, we are my corn-kingdom lucky in our area with reverence and to have several awe. But then came farmers’ markets a fateful summer that fill the bill. storm with lightCommunity garning and wind and dens are getting hail and in a mata toehold in our ter of moments my area as well. Last lovely corn was year the one in flatter than a panBelmont was a cake. Woe was me! Alan Hodge huge hit and this But there was a Banner-News Editor lesson in the corn-catastro- year Mount Holly hopes to phe. I pondered. What if I have one. To keep up with farmin’ was a farmer for real and my stuff I subscribe to a free pubfamily and livestock had delication from the NC Dept. of pended on a good corn crop and a storm came along and Agriculture called, approprismashed it down? It would ately enough, “Agricultural not be funny in the least. So Review”. This little monthly from that episode I gained a newspaper consists mainly new-found respect for agri- of ads placed by farmers and country folk from across the culturalists. Tar Heel State offering evMany is the mill village erything from farmland to home that had a little garden antique Farmall tractors for beside or behind it. Yessir, sale. and who that has grown a toMy favorite ad sections mato or cuke or some string in the Agricultural Review beans from one can forget are where folks sell seeds the first delicious bite of a for heirloom flowers and tomato sandwich of the sea- vegetables. These are also son or sliced cukes floating known as “old-timey” vain vinegar or a pot of beans rieties such as Mr. Stripey boiled up with a big chunk seeds, Dixie Lee pea seeds, o’ fatback languishing in the Madison County greasy long glistening grease-water and cut (whatever that is) seeds, the satisfaction of having and sweet hale cantaloupe grown something with their seeds being offered just to own hands. name a few. You can also get For those of us who want seeds for all sorts of gourds fresh vegetables and home- and even sorghum cane just made pies and cakes and in case you get the urge to boil some molasses in your backyard.

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The livestock section of the Agricultural Review always has some interesting offers. This past issue there were some Simmental bulls for sale. I thought the name sounded a lot like sentimental but its not so– the bulls are not sad as I once thought when I first glimpsed the name. Goats and chickens and ducks, and donkeys and guineas, and horses and cows of all types are up for sale by folks in every corner of the state. Beekeepers can also get their stuff in the Agricultural Review. Everything from live bees to hives to honey extractors are for sale. My pal Calvin got started backyard beekeeping and so can you. I guess what I am driving at with all this agri-speak is the fact that even though at one time the biggest part of the population in our area either had a farm, was raised on a farm, or had a farm in their family background, today we are down to just a few such enterprises. However, that does not mean that given the right resource material and some simple tools such as a sharp hoe (wear shoes), that folks cannot have their own little bit of backyard beanraising and benefit greatly from it.

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provided. For more information please contact the Senior Center at 704-922-2170. March 14 – “Volunteer Trail work Day” –Crowders Mountain State Park – Sparrow Springs Visitor Center, 522 Park Office Lane, Kings Mountain, 8:00AM We are seeking volunteers to help us maintain our hiking trails at Crowders Mountain State Park. Meet new people and work with experienced volunteers and park staff dedicated to maintaining the beautiful hiking trails at Crowders Mountain State Park. No experience is required. We ask that you bring work gloves, appropriate footwear for the outdoors, sunscreen, insect repellant, comfortable work clothes and any medications that you may need. We meet at 8:00AM at the Sparrow Springs Visitor Center for refreshments, fellowship, and a short safety meeting. We will then work on the trails until 11:30AM. Children must be accompanied by an adult. If you are interested please call the park office at 704-853-5375. March 14 – “Fifth Annual Green River Revival” – U.S. National Whitewater Center, 10:00AM – 5:00PM Whitewater takes a back seat to green water at the 5th Annual Green River Revival. Kick of the festivities at the Color Me Green 5K, where participants will need the luck of the Irish to avoid the green dye as they run through the trails. The fun continues at 1:00PM when the river turns shamrock green and live music begins on Belmont Abbey Island. Following the race, watch as the whitewater rapids turn bright green in honor of St. Patrick’s Day, followed by live music, food and drink. The river will remain open to those eager to raft or kayak the green waters. For more details call 704-391-3900 or visit www. usnwc.org/green-river-re-

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vival-2. March 21 – “Belmont Rail Trail 5K” – Belmont Mount Abbey College, 100 Belmont-Mt Holly Rd, 8:30AM Participants will begin on Wimmer circle by the Wheeler Athletic Center and will run around the new MiraVia and around Wimmer Circle. This is an out and back route, with a small hill on the return. Otherwise the race is fairly flat. Cost is $20 per person or $60 for a family of four. Parking is available on various small parking lots throughout campus. Please arrive by 8:00AM in order to find a parking place and walk to the starting line on time. Please contact Belmont Parks and Recreation Department at 704-825-5586 for additional information. Free- March 26 – “Palmis Trio (clarinet, cello and piano) from Europe” – Belmont Abbey Basilica -The Palmis Trio was formed very recently (2013) when the musicians played together on tour in the USA. The Palmis Trio is a truly international ensemble, the cellist Pamela Smits is from Holland, Sabine Simon, Piano, from Germany and Allan Ware, clarinet, from the USA. Their program at the Abbey will be a combination of traditional works and contemporary ones. For more information please contact Karen Jacob (karenjacob@bac.edu) or call 704-461-6813. Donations are gladly accepted. Free- March 27- “Concert at the Courthouse: David Childers” Gaston County Museum, 131 West Main Street, Dallas, 7:009:00PM David Childers is best known for his work in the band David Childers and the Modern Don Juan’s. This evening David will be performing by himself and will share some of his life adventures that have shaped

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his music and lyrics. “Come join us on March 27th to experience a “Childers show” for yourself. For additional information about this program, please contact Jason Luker, Programs Coordinator, at 704-922-7681 ex 105 or at Jason.Luker@gastongov.com. March 28 – “George Poston Memorial Horseshoe Tournament” George Poston Park, 1101 Lowell Spencer Mountain Road, Gastonia, 10:00AM-12:00PM Gaston County Parks & Recreation will host the George Poston Memorial Horseshoe Tournament at George Poston Park. The registration fee is $10 per person and registration for the tournament closes at 9:30AM. To be eligible, participants must be a member of the North Carolina, South Carolina, or National Horseshoe Pitchers Association. Anyone interested in competing may join any of the three organizations the day of the tournament. All ages and ability levels are welcome. Participants will be grouped according to ability levels. 70% of entry fees will be paid back as prizes. Free- March 28 – May 9 “Through an Artist’s Eyes: Gaston County Schools Annual Art Show”- Gaston County Museum, 131 West Main Street, Dallas, Museum hours Tuesday – Friday 10:00AM – 5:00PM and Saturday – 10:00AM – 3:00PM (excluding major holidays). The Gaston county Museum has partnered with Gaston county Schools to present artwork from the county’s elementary, middle, and high school students. This show will display over 600 pieces of artwork. There are 10 are categories including: painting, sculpture, fiber arts, photography, print making, comic art, ceramics, glass and digital art, drawing, and mixed media. The middle and high schools students will be judged and awards given to the top pieces in each category. “Millican Pictorial History Museum” – Located in ‘The Abram Stowe House’ built in 1868, it’s the oldest house in Belmont. Come and enjoy thousands of rare photos of cotton mills, workers and their way of life. The hours are Monday-Friday from 1:00PM-5:00PM and Saturday from 10:00AM5:00PM, admission is free and donations are appreciated. For more details please call Allen Millican at 704825-5391 or you may email Allen at milkcan@bellsouth.

net. “Restored ~ 1930’s Textile Mill House and R.L. Stowe’s Home” – ‘The Belmont Historical Society’, located in the R.L. Stowe historical home at 40 Catawba Street in Belmont. In the Stowe home you will find rooms displaying furnishings and artifacts from by-goneeras of our history. The hours are Friday through Sunday from 1:00PM-5:00PM. Admission is free and donations are appreciated. For more details call 704-825-4848 or you may visit the website at www.belmontnc-hs.org. “Mount Holly Historical Society” – Open on the 3rd Saturday of each month from 9:00AM-12:00PM The Mount Holly Historic Exhibits are on display during these hours. For more details email www.mhhistoricalsociety@ gmail.com or visit on facebook at www.facebook.com/ mhhsnc. “Permanent Exhibit Update – Period Hotel Rooms” – Gaston County Museum, the Gaston County Museum’s newly renovated period hotel rooms is open to the public. These rooms will explore the history of the Hoffman Hotel starting from its beginnings through the 1920s. Patrons will learn about several types of guests including: a Confederate Officer, a lawyer, a doctor and his family. The museum is housed in an 1852 brick Greek Revival style hotel that has been adapted for visitors and travelers of today. Museum hours: Tuesday – Friday 10:00AM – 5:00PM, and Saturday 10:00AM – 3:00PM For more details contact Jeff Pruett at 704-922-7681 x105 or jeff. pruett@co.gaston.nc.us Museum’s website – www.gastoncountymuseum.org. WEEKLY TODDLER TIME – GASTON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY Simple 20-minute program for children ages 1 – 2 years with parent/caregiver. Program includes picture book-sharing, finger plays, songs and activities, and introduces toddlers to books Belmont Branch Library: Thursdays at 10:00AM – 704-825-5426 Lowell Branch Library: Fridays at 11:00AM – 704824-1266 Main Library / Gastonia: Thursdays at 10:30AM & 1:30AM – 704-868-2164, Dial 3 Mount Holly Branch Library: Tuesdays at 10:30AM – 704-827-3581 Stanley Branch Library:

Wednesdays at 10:30AM – 704-263-4166 Union Road Branch Library: Wednesdays at 10:00AM – 704-852-4073 For more details about Weekly Toddler Time and Weekly Story Time events, please contact your local Gaston-Lincoln Regional Library location or call 704-868-2164 / Dial 4. WEEKLY STORY TIME – GASTON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY Storytelling, book-sharing, songs and participatory activities for children age 3 through 6 years old. Belmont Branch Library: Tuesdays at 10:00AM – 704825-5426 Bessemer City Branch Library: Wednesdays at 10:30AM – 704-629-3321 Cherryville Branch Library: Tuesdays at 10:30PM – 704-435-6767 Dallas Branch Library: Wednesdays at 10:00AM – 704-922-3621 Ferguson Branch Library / Erwin Center: 704-868-8046 for Program Details Lowell Branch Library: Wednesdays at 10:30AM – 704-824-1266 Main Library / Gastonia: Wednesdays at 11:30AM & 1:30PM – 704-868-2164, Dial 3 Mount Holly Branch Library: Thursdays at 10:30AM – 704-827-3581 Stanley Branch Library: Fridays at 10:30AM – 704263-4166 Union Road Branch Library: Wednesdays at 11:00AM – 704-852-4073 Charles R. Jones Library / Lincolnton: Wednesdays at 10:30AM – 704-735-8044 Florence Soule Shanklin Branch Library: Tuesdays at 10:30AM – 704-483-3589 West Lincoln Branch Library: Thursdays at 10:30AM – 704-276-9946 “Know Before You Go” – Dial 511 to reach the NC 511 Travel Info Line or get real-time info online at www. ncdot.gov/travel. NCDOT also offers travel information for motorists on Twitter. “Crowders Mountain State Park Hours”November-February, 8AM-6PM March-April, SeptemberOctober, 8AM-8PM May-August, 8AM-9PM Closed Christmas Day Park Office Hours: 8AM5PM Daily (While in the park in case of an emergency call the park office at 704-853-5375)

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March (all month) – “The Solar System A Journey of Exploration” Schiele Museum 1500 East Garrison Blvd., 9AM Members Only; 10AM General Public Discover astronomy through hands-on activities and go on a Solar System scavenger hunt. Take a safe glimpse at the sun through a special solar telescope. For more details call 704-8666908 or visit www.schielemuseum.org. March 1 – March 15 “Art & Orchids” – Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM The fantasy drawings of W. Gary Smith and the world’s most compelling flower-the orchid-come together this winter at Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden in an exclusive exhibition that features the best from our collection of 5,000 orchids and the best of Smith’s imagination. Learn how Smith’s art became Lost Hollow, the new children’s garden and discover the magical beauty of orchids at The Orchid Conservatory. For more details call 704-825-4490 or visit www.DSBG.org March (all month) – “Nightwatch” Schiele Museum 1500 East Garrison Blvd., Planetarium; Saturdays and Sundays 3:30PM There is more in the night sky than you can see with your naked eye. Learn how to explore the universe with binoculars and small telescopes without leaving your own backyard. For more details call 704-866-6908 or visit www.schielemuseum. org. March 13 – “Senior Dance” – Gaston County Senior Center- 1303 Dallas Cherryville Hwy., Dallas. 7:00PM, Senior Dance $4.00 per person. Listen and dance to the music of the “Country Bucks”. Light refreshments

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Banner-News Obituaries Bobbie Orr Cooke Mount Holly- Bobbie Orr Cooke, 80, passed away on Sunday March 1, 2015. She was born in Mecklenburg County, daughter of the late Earl M. Orr and Mary B. Pressley Spencer. She was preceded in death by her husband Kenneth Jackson Cooke, her brother William Orr and a sister Maxine Cheek. She was a member of Mulberry Baptist Church. She will be missed by her friends at the Sole Patrol group in Mount Holly. She is survived by her children Sherry Cooke of Denver and Terry Cooke of Charlotte; two grandchildren Randall and Kaitlyn Cooke. A service to celebrate the life of Mrs. Cooke was held at 1:00 pm Wednesday March 4, 2015 at the Woodlawn Chapel of Woodlawn Funeral Home with Rev. William Burns officiating. Burial followed at Forest Lawn West Cemetery. The family received friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Hospice of Gaston County, Robin Johnson Hospice House, PO Box 3984 Gastonia NC 28054. Condolence message may be sent to the family at www. woodlawnfuneral.org Woodlawn Funeral Home

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Memorials may be made in Mount Holly, NC served to Hospice of Gaston County, the family. RJHH, PO Box 3984 Gastonia NC 28054. Denver Junior Morgan Condolence message may Mount Holly- Denver Ju- be sent to the family at www. nior Morgan, 72, passed away woodlawnfuneral.org on Thursday March 5, 2015. Woodlawn Funeral Home He was in Mount Holly, NC served born in the family. Gaston County, Jerry Lee Rhyne son of the Gastonia- Jerry Lee Rhyne, late Den71, of Gastonia died March 5 ver Frank at Caromont Regional MediM o r cal Center in Gastonia. Mr. gan and Herma Duvall Morgan. He Rhyne was born Feb. 9, 1944 was preceded in death by his in Lincoln County, NC to the wife Glenda Ann Williams, a late Franklin and Ruby Self brother Mack Morgan and 3 Rhyne. Survivors include his sisters Grace Morgan, Joyce wife of 38 years Judy PatRoycer and Edith Stowe. He is survived by five chil- ton Rhyne. Children, Nikki dren Nona Arnold and hus- McClellan (Randy), Heather band Paul of Mount Holly, Estes (Paul) and Ian Rhyne. Denver Junior Morgan Jr. and Sister Joy Correll (Ray) and wife Nina of Skien, Norway, three grand and three great Matthew Morgan and wife grandchildren. Memorial services to celBeverly of Stanley, Mark ebrate Jerry’s life were held Morgan and wife Lori of Midland, NC and April Duncan at 4:00 PM Monday March and husband Anthony of Low- 9 at Benson Funeral Services ell; one sister Diane Williams Chapel in Mt. Holly with Rev of Belmont; 13 grandchildren Meg Wilkes officiating. In lieu of flowers please and four great grandchildren. A service to celebrate the make memorials to Hospice life of Mr. Morgan was held of Gaston County, PO Box 2:00 pm Tuesday March 10, 3984, Gastonia, NC 28054. Online condolences may 2015 at the Woodlawn Chapel of Woodlawn Funeral Home be made at www.bensonfuwith Rev. Kevin McClure of- neralservices.com ficiating. Burial followed at John 14:27 Peace I leave with you; my Hillcrest Gardens Cemetery. 27 peace I give you. I do not give to The family will received you as the world gives. Do not let friends from 7:00-9:00pm your hearts be troubled and do not Monday at the funeral home. be afraid.

“Then the disciples came to Jesus privately and said, ‘Why could we not cast it out?’ He said to them, ‘Because of your little faith. For truly, I say to you, if you have faith like a grain of mustard seed, you will say to this mountain, move from here to there, and it will move, and nothing will be impossible for you.’” Matthew 17:19-20 ESV. Jesus often criticized the disciples for their “little” faith. The disciples came to Jesus fearful that they were perishing on the boat in the storm. Jesus said, “Why are you afraid, O you of little faith?” When Jesus walked on water Peter asked to come to him. Peter stepped out of the boat and began to walk on water. Peter was doing well for his first baby steps of faith until he noticed his surroundings, and he began to sink. Jesus reached out his hand and took hold of him saying, “O you of little faith, why did you doubt?” What is the dif-

ference between “little” faith and “mustard seed” faith? They are both small in stature. The difference is where you plant your faith. Do we plant our faith in doubt and our circumstances? Each time Jesus criticized the disciples for having “little” faith they allowed their circumstances around them to deter their faith in Jesus. They saw the impossibility instead of all things being possible through God. When Jesus chastised the Pharisees for little faith, they planted their faith in pride and religion instead of a relationship of trust in Jesus as the Messiah. I teach Bible story during Vacation Bible School. I asked the children if they wanted to see me hold an entire tree in the palm of my hand. They cried out with excitement on one accord with a resounding “YES!” I flexed my muscles, did a couple pushups to prepare myself. I reached into a bag and pulled out a seed. They

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screamed, “That is not a tree.” I said, “Ah, it doesn’t look like much of a tree but in the right soil and nurture it will grow into a beautiful tree.” Mustard seed faith is faith that we plant into good soil. We plant this faith into God. We allow God’s Word, prayer and worship to cultivate and grow the mustard seed faith. We look not for the impossibility, but faith in knowing all things are possible through God. Happy planting.

Deneen Isles of Mount Holly is helping young ladies with getting a prom dress this year. She is asking for donations of any used or new prom dresses, or shoes etc., for young ladies. On March 28, from 8:00a.m until 4:00 p.m. she will be having a day for young ladies to come and try on prom dresses at Burge Memorial United Methodist Church 312 West Glendale Ave. in Mt. Holly. There will be door prizes, and also refreshments and gifts for all the young ladies on this day. Alterations will be done on the same day if needed free of charge. For more information call Isles at (704)822-1341 or (704)441-1904 Shante McClain (704)478-0094. Volunteer hours will be offered for set up days and helping with the event.

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The Mount Holly Parks and Recreation Sole Patrol group made a trip to sunny Italy last week. Actually it was a lunch at Olive Garden restaurant in Gastonia where they enjoyed some nice food and camaraderie. pic 1 (left) – Cheri Love, Kathy Holbrook and Peggy Ballew and pic 2 (right) – Ralph Linton, Roger Estes, and Bill Buff Photos courtesy Cheri Love

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Getting your children to learn how to keep healthy gums, teeth and mouth are critical at a young age, along with regular dental visits. Dr. Scott Cordell, a dentist with Lincoln Dental Services said it all comes down to this- diet and a clean mouth. “I tell this to every child that sits in my chair,” he said. “This is the biggest problem I see. I can’t stress it enough.” By the age of one, your child should have visited the dentist. Before their first dental visit you should clean an infant’s gums with a damp Amy Wadsworth washcloth once a day. When the first tooth appears, brush with a soft infant sized toothbrush once a day. Once a child is the age of 2, you can use a child size toothbrush at least twice a day, usually after breakfast and before bed. Use only a pea sized amount of fluoride toothpaste. A balanced diet is necessary in order for teeth to develop properly. Children need protein, vitamins and minerals. Stay away from sugar! When you eat foods or drinks containing sugars, the bacteria in the plaque produces acids that attack the tooth enamel. If you eat sugar brush as soon as you can to avoid tooth decay. Try to drink water or juice instead of soda. It has no calories, no sugar and no acid. Here are some other tips for healthy teeth: Bedtime is the most important time to brush; Pack healthy lunches and include fruits and vegetables; Make brushing your teeth fun; Have your child pick out their own toothbrush in a fun color or with a character on it; Visit the dentist every 6 months for a cleaning; Brush twice a day and floss. Looking for dental services in your area? Gaston County- Gaston Family Health Services Pediatric Dentistry, non-profit, is located at 890 Summit Crossing Place, Gastonia, NC, 704-874-0377. Lincoln County Lincoln Dental Services, a non-profit dental clinic, is available to serve children enrolled in Medicaid and Health Choice from birth up to age 18. The clinic has a full-time dentist and staff to provide preventive, restorative care and hospital treatment as needed. The phone number is 704-735-2230 and they are open Monday - Thursday. A Spanish interpreter is employed and is available during office hours. Want to learn more about the Partnership for Children of Lincoln & Gaston Counties? The Partnership for Children of Lincoln & Gaston Counties is your local Smart Start agency. You can reach us at 704-922-0900 or visit us online at www.pfclg.com. Our vision is a community where young children will reach their health and educational potential. Connect with us: www.pfclg.com, http://www.facebook.com/pfclg, Flickr, www.flickr. com/pfclg, Twitter: Ready4School.

Mt. Pleasant Missions Day Mt. Pleasant Missionary Baptist Church, Belmont, will have its annual Mission Day Service on Sunday, March 15 at 10pm. Speaker for morning worship service will be Rev. Brenda Harris of Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church, Gastonia. Anyone is welcome to attend.

Gaston PFLAG meeting set Gaston PFLAG will welcome Connie J. Vetter, Attorney at Law, to its March meeting. Ms. Vetter will answer questions and concerns about legal issues of the LGBTQ community, including wills, civil union,

Keep Belmont Beautiful (KBB) recently recognized volunteers and gave them Certificates of Appreciation for their outstanding work for KBB during 2014. Left to right: Al and Susan Walls; David Isenhour, Director of Public Works – City of Belmont; Captain Austin – Belmont Fire Department; Don Wetz – St Mark’s Methodist Church; Roger Edwards and family – Absolute Turf. Those that could not attend were: Belmont Middle School Beta Club; Belmont General Store; Ken Davis, Barry Webb, City Manager of Belmont. KBB Photo

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Cramerton Middle School wins RoboGaston After a year of learning and preparation, 39 student teams put their LEGO robots to the test in the fourth annual RoboGaston event presented by Gaston County Schools last Saturday. The elementary and middle school First Lego League (FLL) Robotics teams competed at East Gaston High School and showcased what they had made from the popular blocks. Through their FLL Robotics clubs, students discovered how to build and program a robot made entirely from LEGO while working as a team to solve problems. On Saturday, the teams got to see their robots try to complete tasks such as opening a door or shooting a ball into a net. The teams had two and a half minutes each to guide their robots through the various tasks, said Diane Price, elementary mathematics curriculum facilitator for Gaston County Schools, who oversees the county’s robotics program. “The creativity on display was just phenomenal,” said Price. The program gave students a chance to use skills they are learned in the classroom, she added. “It’s applied math and science,” Price said. “They had to work out the math; the amount of turns, degrees and rotation. They also had to strategize as a team and work together to determine how many tasks they are going to be able to complete.” Saturday’s competition also included teamwork challenges and time for each team to present a research project related to this year’s theme question, “How could we im-

prove the way that someone learns?” All aspects of the event were scored, and in the afternoon the winning team was given a trophy made of LEGO. Winners included: 2015 RoboGASTON Champion- Cramerton Middle School CHEFS; 1st Place Middle School- Belmont Middle School Beauty and the Bots; 2nd Place Middle School- W.C. Friday Middle School Cav-Bots; 1st Place Elementary School- Woodhill Elementary School Hornet Droids; 2nd Place Elementary School- Brookside Elementary School Bullbots; 1st Place Project Presentation Belmont Central Elementary Lightning Bots; 2nd Place Project Presentation- Rankin Elementary Robo Builders; 1st Place Teamwork- Costner Elementary Cybernetic Cougars; 2nd Place Teamwork Sherwood Elementary Aquabots; 1st Place Robot Performance Elementary School- Tryon Elementary Tryon French Fries; 2nd Place Robot Performance Middle School- John Chavis Middle Chavis Wolver-Bots; Judges Award- New Hope Elementary Blue LEGO Warriors; Spirit Award-Lowell Elementary Bionic Cubs; Gracious Professionalism Grier Middle School Cyborgs. Robotics teams advancing to the Western NC Robotics Championship were: Cramerton Middle School CHEFS; Belmont Middle School Beauty and the Bots; Brookside Elementary Bullbots; Rankin Elementary Robo Builders; Tryon Elementary Tryon French Fries; Pleasant Ridge Elementary The RoboPanthers; New Hope Elementary Blue LEGO Warriors; Woodhill Elementary Woodhill Hornet Droids.

The Belmont Central Lightning Bots team was getting set to launch their Lego device at the RoboGaston event.

Catawba Heights Elementary TechnoCanes “drivers” Chloe Ratliff and Claudia Paluszak launch their team’s rig at the RoboGaston event.

The Belmont Middle School team was seen with some of the judges at RoboGaston. Students are Shaylynn Adams, Lexy Henson, Abigail Lefler, Sarah Giang, Emma Lutmer, and Kaile McAlister. Judges are Steve D’Avria, Sheriff Alan Cloninger, Jeremy Risha.

The Tiger Tronics team from Kiser Elementary pose with their mascot at the RoboGaston event. Photos by AlanHodge

The North Belmont Cyber Eagles team had a great time at the RoboGaston event.

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The base went flying as Mt. Island Charter School player Ashley Hale put the tag on a Highland Tech player.

Catfish tourney set for March 14 The Catawba Catfish Club will be having its 7th Tournament of 2014-2015 season on Saturday, March 14, 2015 at Fishing Creek Reservoir in Great Falls, S.C. This tournament will be out of the Hwy. 21 Access on Hwy 21 between Great Falls and Fort Lawn, S.C. Sign in will be from 5:00am-6:45am; Tournament hours will be from 7:00am-3:00pm. Weigh in will begin at 3:30pm. Entry Fee: $30 per person ($20 to total pot, $5 to points and Big Fish of Year Fund, $5 to Catawba Catfish Club operation fund). Optional Big Fish Pot-$10 Per Boat. Three catfish weigh in. All catfish must be weighed in alive- no exceptions. All Catawba Catfish Club tournaments are open to the public and all are invited to come out. The Catawba Catfish Club Tournament Trail is a affiliate Club of the Cabelas King Kat Tournament Trail. The Top 3 Finishers from each Catawba Catfish Club tournament are qualified to fish the Cabelas King Kat Eastern Classic that will be held on Lake Wateree, S.C. on October 2-3, 2015. Each team will still have to Enter/Fish at least one Cabelas King Kat Qualifying Event in the 2015 season in order to fish the Classic as well. Visit www.catawbacatfishclub.com to view the schedule, rules and contact numbers or email catawbacatfishclub@ yahoo.com for any questions or to be added to the mailing list. The club can also be found on Facebook at Catawba Catfish Club.

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Asia Jackson, loyal friend, fierce competitor By John Wilson john.bannernews@gmail.com

For South Point senior Asia Jackson the 2014-2015 Lady Raiders basketball season is over. She will be moving on in life. But her basketball career will be one full of memories. Young Asia Jackson stated playing basketball in the 4th grade. Like many, she started in recreational play. In Asia’s case in Belmont. While playing rec ball she caught the eye of Harry Adams who was the coach of the United States Specialty Sports Association (USSA) Mount Holly Stars. Jackson has fond memories of her first encounter with Coach Adams. “I was just out there playing rec ball,” Jackson said. “He asked me to play with the Mt. Holly Stars. He started to team me.” Jackson learned a lot about basketball under Adams. But what she took away from that experience was more important then basketball. She learned about life, and the importance of loyalty. “We had a few losing years,” Jackson said. “Some of the girls left. I stayed. I couldn’t turn my back on the person who taught me so much. Loyalty means a lot to me.” That sense of loyalty to the people around her is still with her today. It shows in how Jackson handled a disappointing 2014-2015 campaign. “I thought we would do better,” Jackson added. “But the girls really grew on me. Win or lose I love them all the same. It was my senior year. I wish it would have gone better.” Jackson handles the setbacks with dignity. There is no blame in her voice. Her sense of pragmatic calm is impressive. But Jackson’s calm demeanor off the court is in sharp contrast to her presence on the court. Once Asia steps there she becomes a fierce competitor that shows no fear. Her coach at South Point, Scott Tudor, has a lot of respect for Jackson. In his time coaching her he has found her to be a

Rail Trail 5K is March 21st The Belmont Rail Trail 5K is slated for Saturday, March 21, at 8:30 am at Belmont Abbey College. Participants can register online at www.SportOften.com or in person at Walk and Run Belmont. Something new for this year is that the Rail Trail 5K kicks off the YMCA’s 2015 Road Race Series, a series of 11 races across Gaston County that earn participants points. Steve D’Avria from the YMCA is the contact for the YMCA Road Race Series, and he explains, “Runners will be awarded points for both participation and individual race results for each event listed above. Your best 8 races will be calculated and prizes will be awarded to the top 10 Males and Females in December.”The goal for the series is to provide road races for Gaston County residents so that they do not have to travel around the region for quality road races. The website for the series is www.RunGaston.org.

Lady Red Raider Asia Jackson goes for another shot. Photo by Lydia Julen

solid presence in the Lady Raider lineup. “She is easy to coach,” Tudor said. “She does what is asked of her and works hard. “ Coach Tudor is well aware of the contrast in Jackson’s personality on and off the court. “You would think with her being so quiet that’s not the way it would be, “Tudor stated. “But she is extremely aggressive. She is not afraid to mix it up. She was one of the top five rebounders in the conference.” Jackson was hard pressed to come up her most memorable basketball moment. In time her eyes lit up as she recalled last year’s playoff match up against Forestview. “In last year’s play off game against Forestview I had a good game,”Jackson said. “I had a career high in points. The game went into overtime. We won.” It’s hard to picture a girl so aggressive on the court being so polite and humble off the court. When asked to talk about her basketball career, Asia rarely says, “I did this, or I did that.” Jackson seems more comfortable using the term, “We.” Once again that sense of loyalty shows. Now that basketball is all but over Asia is focusing on college. She isn’t sure if she will play again. But she still has big plans for the future. She plans on going to the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. “I’m not planning on playing,” Jackson said. “I’m going to study pediatric nursing.” Coach Tudor believes that the personality traits that make Asia a good basketball player will serve her well in life. “She is motivated,” Tudor said. “I can see how that will transfer to the medical field. She is focused. She stays on task.” Even though Asia plans on focusing on school the competitive flame is still there. When asked if she is sure she will never play again, Asia’s response is again humble and pragmatic. “Well, I may walk on,” she said.

Abbey lacrosse wins in overtime Belmont Abbey two crucial saves to keep the Crusadjunior Connor Sellars ers alive. scored the winning The second overtime nearly ended goal just 11 seconds after just 36 seconds, as the Tars Carinto the third overtime son Buell’s shot banged off the crossto give the nationally bar. 13th-ranked Crusaders The third overtime lasted exactly 11 an 11-10 win over the seconds. Cruz dominated the face off, visiting Rollins Colswatting the ball upfield and ran unlege Tars last saturday marked until he reached the Tars zone, at Alumni Field. Belpassing off to McGinley who moved mont Abbey remains the ball to Sellars on the left flank, unbeaten at 4-0. where, hounded by two defenders, he Rollins led 3-2 zipped the Crusaders 44th and final after one but the Belmont Abbey photo shot for the win. Abbey scored twice in the second half and held Rollins to one winner in the second quarter to send the two teams into the break tied at four. The two teams combined for seven goals in the third, as Rollins entered the fourth quarter leading 8-7, but Belmont Abbey forced overtime with a 3-2 advantage in the fourth quarter. Sellars, who finished with four goals, started the game the way he ended it, netting his first winner just nine seconds into the game as Billy Huss won the face-off, scooped up the ground ball and raced downfield. He passed off to Sellars, stationed at the left post, and his shot found the back of the net. 49 seconds later, Brendan McGovern made it 2-0 off the first of two Joey McGinley assists, but Rollins fought back to score the final three goals of the quarter to enter the second leading 3-2. Rollins surged ahead 7-4 as it scored the first three goals of Softball the third quarter, but the Crusaders fired right back with three unanswered, starting with goals from Sellars and McQuinlan, and capped off by a Billy Moore man up strike off of a Quinlan pass to knot the game at seven. Rollins closed the quarter with a goal at the 1:30 mark to give the Tars an 8-7 lead heading into the final quarter. The Crusaders powered ahead 9-8 as they opened the scoring in the quarter, on markers from Sellars and Quinlan, both coming in the first five minutes. Rollins quickly surged back in front 10-9 as it scored two quick winners, the last with 6:55 to play, but the Crusaders weren’t finished, as Quinlan and Sellars connected on the tying goal, as Sellars found Quinlan on the right wing, and his underhanded shot sailed into the net for the tenth goal with 4:36 to play. 3611 Mount Holly Huntersville Rd., Suite 205 Neither team scored in the final minutes of regulation, Charlotte, NC 28216 • 704-395-1239 sending the game into a four minute, sudden victory period. www.Allwoodinsurance.com In the first extra session, goalkeeper Harley Whitham made

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Eight students and two teachers at the Gaston Early College High School participated in the school’s first-ever “Cuts for Kindness” event and collectively donated 86 inches of hair that will be made into wigs for cancer patients. The school’s Beta Club partnered with Pantene’s Beautiful Lengths program, which donates free real-hair wigs to the American Cancer Society. Biology teacher Lauren Dixon (pictured) worked with the students to coordinate the community service project and had her hair cut. She said, “I think the Pantene program is just a beautiful way to show cancer patients that we care.” Gaston Schools photo

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Forest Heights Elementary wins 6K grant For the 12th consecutive year, Forest Heights Elementary School has received the WIX Winning Ways grant. This $6,000 grant funds a character education program that offers rewards to students in third through fifth grades for showing positive behavior and academic progress. WIX representative Edward Covington presented the grant to Forest Heights early in the school year. Students have been rewarded with field trips at the end of each nineweek quarter. “We are so thankful to More than 200 choral students from across Gaston County took part in the annual All-County WIX for their support and Middle School Choral Concert held March 3 at Holbrook Middle School in Lowell. Gaston County Schools photo generosity,” said Principal

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The Gaston Family Health Services Team enjoyed the 2014 Walk for AIDS and plan to participate again on Saturday, April 18th. House of Mercy photo

Walk to benefit House of Mercy Saturday, April 18th is the 22nd Annual Walk for AIDS to raise AIDS awareness and funds to benefit House of Mercy. The public is invited and encouraged to raise funds in support of your walk. The event will include a pleasant 3-mile walk through historic downtown Belmont and a picnic reception afterwards on the House of Mercy grounds. Free Walk T-shirts to participants raising $50 or more. Additional info at www.thehouseofmercy. org/2015WalkforAIDS.asp or call Marjorie at 704-825-4711 x3. House of Mercy, an AIDS ministry founded by the Sisters of Mercy in Belmont, has provided a home and specialized care for 313 low-income men and women since 1991. The impact of HIV/AIDS is a growing concern in the South as high poverty levels, lack of health insurance and stigma have influenced the spread of the disease. As of December 31, 2013 the NC Division of Public Health estimates 32,676 North Carolinians are living with HIV or AIDS including an estimated 4,575 who are unaware they are infected. As of June 30, 2014 there are 7,241 diagnosed persons living with HIV disease in House of Mercyâ ™s 10-county service area including Mecklenburg and Gaston counties. Feb. 11 was recognized by Catholic caregivers as Day of the Sick. Words from Pope Francis: “Wisdom of the heart

means serving our brothers and sisters... It is relatively easy to help someone for a few days but it is difficult to look after a person for months or even years, in some cases when he or she is no longer capable of expressing gratitude... Wisdom of the heart means being with our brothers and sisters... Occasionally our world forgets the special value of time spent at the bedside of the sick, since we are in such a rush; caught up as we are in a frenzy of doing, of producing, we forget about giving ourselves freely, taking care of others, being responsible for others... Wisdom of the heart means showing solidarity with our brothers and sisters while not judging them...” Sidelines Sport Bar, 4544 South Blvd. in Charlotte, had a Chili Cook Off to benefit House of Mercy on Superbowl Sunday. Votes (contributions) for the best chile resulted in over $500 to benefit House of Mercy. Thanks to owner John Sinclair and all at Sidelines Sports bar! Chi Upislon Sigma National Latin Sorority members and affiliates visited House of Mercy residents and played Bingo. Warning: our residents are very competitive! House of Mercy residents enjoyed Valentine’s Day cards, gifts and treats from staff and Bill, Carol and Crystal Cook. Tania Mariciano recently joined House of Mercy’s Board of Directors. Tania Mariciano has been a key fun-

draiser for our Walks for AIDS. She works as an Information Security Analyst for Wells Fargo Bank and as an interpreter for Carolinas Medical Center. Her three-year term began January 2015. First United Methodist Church in Gastonia donated $524 to House of Mercy from their Mission Mall. House of Mercy also appreciates Jane & Rock Ratteree and Juanita & Fred Norman for special gifts. Thanks to Billie Hutchison for a Netflix subscription for our residents and recent meals donated by Gloria Jeffries, Wayne Simpson & Momma’s Family, Jonesville AMEZ Church Missionaries, Queen of the Apostles Church, Faith Victory Ministry and Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church. House of Mercy is grateful for recent grants from Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS, The Dudley T. Dougherty Foundation, Charles A. Frueauff Foundation., Hillsdale Fund, The Leon Levine Foundation, The Jerry R. Licari Foundation, The Merancas Foundation, The Charles & Irene Nanney Foundation, and the Sisters of Mercy of NC Foundation. A photo tour of House of Mercy is available at www.thehouseofmercy.org. Financial donations may be made via credit card online or by check to House of Mercy. A Wish List of needed household and pantry items is also on the website.

Banner-News Police Reports Stanley man charged A Stanley man has been arrested on a child sexual charge in connection with an incident that allegedly occurred on Labor Day weekend of 2014. According to the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office, Detective Dan Renn arrested Robert Anthony Douglas Waldrup, 23, of 1992 Cardinal Loop, Stanley, on one felony count of Statutory Rape/Sex Offense of a 13,14 or 15 year old victim by a defendant more than six years older and one misdemeanor count of Robert Waldrup Cyberstalking. After appearing before a magistrate Waldrup was placed in the Lincoln County Detention Center March 4 under a $25,000 secured bond. During a first appearance hearing March 5 bond for Waldrup was raised to $100,000. He is charged with allegedly sexually assaulting a 14 year old female, sometime between August 1 – September 30 of 2014, after driving the victim to her relative’s house on Old

Plank Road. The cyberstalking charge stems from numerous text messages he allegedly sent to the 14 year old victim and her friends and family. Investigation into the incident is continuing.

Belmont Police Report March 3: Mark Andrew Jarnigan, poss. sch. II, arrested by Officer J. Barnes, Exit 27 I-85. March 4: Travis Dillon Hunter, FTA, arrested by Cpl. R. Cook, 6450 Wilkinson Blvd. March 4: Latonya Renae Watkins, resist public officer, simple assault on govt. official, arrested by Officer K. Wingate, 6751 Wilkinson Blvd. March 4: Patricia Ann Pierce, FTA, arrested by Cpl. R. Cook, 701 Hawley Ave. March 7: Shakira Mack Davis, assault with a deadly weapon, arrested by Officer M. Kaiman, 317 ½ Church St. March 7: Brennon Alexander Hudspeth, larceny concealment, arrested by Officer J. Reagan, 701 Hawley Ave. March 7: Misti Lashon Hill, larceny shoplifting, arrested by Officer J. Barnes, 701 Hawley Ave. March 8: Jessica Lynn Bryant, failure to pay fine, arrested by Officer M. Kaiman, 701 Hawley Ave. March 8: Stephanie Paige Mullineux, larceny shoplifting,

Colonoscopy, the mere mention of the term can strike fear in the hearts of many, and doctors have heard just about every excuse in the book for putting off getting a colonoscopy. But the truth is, colonoscopy screenings have changed. Preparation is now more manageable, many insurance carriers cover screening colonoscopies and doctors are held to high standards for patient care and experience. There are no good excuses when it comes to a procedure that can help save your life. Colorectal cancer is the fourth most common cancer in the United States and the second leading cause of death from cancer. Locally, approximately 110 people are affected yearly by colorectal cancer. It affects all racial and ethnic groups and is most often found in people 50 and older. Your best defense against colorectal cancer is regular check-ups and screening beginning at age 50. When detected in its early stages, colorectal cancer is easier to treat and outcomes are more favorable. There are specific risk factors that put a person at greater risk for colorectal cancer. Some of these are unavoidable, such as ethnicity (African Americans have the highest colorectal cancer incidence and mortality rates of all racial groups in the U.S.) and a family history of colorectal cancer. What is a colonoscopy? A colonoscopy a procedure that allows doctors to get a close look at the large intestine for inflammation, bleeding, ulcers, or abnormal growths such as polyps, which could be a sign of cancer. A colonoscope, a small, lighted camera inside a soft flexible tube, is gently inserted inside the colon and sends pictures to a television screen. Why do I need to get a colonoscopy? Primarily, colonoscopies are done so the doctor can visually observe a person’s large intestine for the diagnosis of diseases of the colon or rectum such as inflammatory bowel disease and more importantly, cancer. A colonoscopy is valuable because you can take biopsies of tissue and repair abnormalities such as gastrointestinal bleeds. Will it hurt? Most people don’t experience pain or even remember the procedure, although some people may have more discomfort than others. Before the procedure, pain medications and a sedative help patients relax. Who conducts the exam? A board-certified gastroenterologist (a doctor who specializes in the digestive tract) and a trained endoscopy team will perform the procedure. How do I prepare for the test? In general, the preparation consists of limiting your diet to clear liquids the day before your procedure and drinking a special cleansing solution. The purpose for the prep solution is to rid the bowels completely of any waste in order for the doctor to get clear images of the digestive tract. How will I feel after the procedure? Because sedatives are used for the procedure, you may feel drowsy afterwards and should have someone drive you home. However, you will remain under careful observation until the sedation wears off. Additionally, you may experience some cramping, bloating or gas after the procedure. Full recovery occurs within a day at which time you can return to your regular activities. What if they find something? If a small polyp is found, your doctor will probably remove it during the screen to avoid the risk of it turning into cancer. In the case of a large polyp, a tumor, or anything else abnormal, the doctor will likely perform a biopsy at the time of the procedure using a colonoscope or sigmoidoscope. CaroMont has two convenient screening locations in Gastonia and Belmont. For more information or to schedule your screening colonoscopy, please call CaroMont Gastroenterology & Hepatology at 704.854.9990 or visit caromonthealth.org/colonoscopy. Learn more about colorectal screening for the early detection of cancer and join in on the conversation on CaroMont’s Facebook and Twitter pages using #noexcuses.

arrested by Officer J. Barnes, 701 Hawley Ave. March 8: Tiffany Brooke Rush, larceny shoplifting, arrested by Officer J. Barnes, 701 Hawley Ave.

Robbery arrests made The Belmont Police Department has made an arrest in connection with two February armed robberies. This afternoon, Paul Allen English 20, of 1505 Abbey Court, Belmont was arrested by Belmont Detectives without incident. English is being charged with robbing the Subway located at 610 Park St. on February 21st and the C Mart located at 2333 South Point Rd. on February 9th. In both cases it was alleged that English entered the store, brandished a small revolver and demanded money. English is then accused of fleeing the scene with an undisclosed amount of cash. In both robberies no one was injured. Belmont Lieutenant Basil Marett stated that the arrests were the result of some hard work. “We are pleased that the Detectives working this case were able to make an arrest,” Marett stated. “We are also very fortunate that no one was hurt in these robberies.”

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Decorating & Design by Asree opens in Belmont Interior decorator Asree Sanders’ love for home decorating and her entrepreneurial spirit have led her to open Decorating & Design by Asree at 7005 E. Wilkinson Blvd., Suite K, in Belmont. That’s in the shopping center beside Dairy Queen. A Montcross Area Chamber ribbon-cutting ceremony with refreshments kicks off her Grand Opening celebration on Friday, March 20, from 11:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m., with the ribbon cutting about noon. The Grand Opening for Decorating & Design by Asree will be an all-day affair on Saturday, March 21, from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m., with refreshments, specials and door prizes including a 32-inch,

flat-screen TV, to be given away. At Decorating & Design, Asree will assist clients with planning their home décor, and also provide a wide range of accent items in her store. She sells all types of home accent pieces, such as book ends, vases, decorative spheres, decorative pillows, decorative objects and many more. Chamber members and friends and everyone interested in home decorating are urged to support this new Chamber member and welcome Asree Sanders to the business community during her ribbon-cutting and grand opening celebration. For more on Decorating & Design by Asree, call 704.817.8305, or visit www.designsbyasree.com.

Cramerton news briefs Cramerton Bunch – The Cramerton Bunch will meet on March 16th at Village Restaurant at 11:30 a.m. The Centennial Celebration Committee is seeking members to help with the planning of the 100th Anniversary of Cramerton. Please visit the Town’s website or www.facebook.com/ cramertoncentennial for additional information. The Centennial Committee will be meeting on Wednesdays at Town Hall, 155 North Main Street from 9 a.m. to 12 noon. If you would like to share any artifacts related to the Town’s history please bring them to Town Hall. If you have any questions please call Town Hall at 704-824-4337. Easter Egg Hunt- Saturday, March 28th at 10:00 a.m. - Four age groups which include 1 and under, 3 to 4, 5 to 6, and 7 to 12. There will be over 3,000 eggs hidden. Food, prizes, and entertainment. Sponsored by Cramerton Parks and Recreation, Life Church, and Cramerton Freewill. Town Hall will be closed in observance of Good Friday on April 3rd. May 1, 2015 – Grand Re-Opening and Bridge dedication for Goat Island Park Phase II. Operation Medicine Drop -March 14 – 10am-2pm. Cramerton Police Department will give the public the opportunity to prevent accidental poisonings, abuse, and theft by ridding their homes of potentially dangerous expired, unused, and unwanted prescription drugs. The public is asked to bring any medications for disposal to Cramer Market Place, 202 Market Street, Cramerton. Each summer Cramerton Parks and Rec. offers athletic and science/math camps. Camps offered this summer will be: Girls Volleyball, Girls softball, Baseball, Soccer (co-ed), and (3) basketball camps (Co-ed). Dates, times, and instructors will be set by April. Camp registrations will begin May 1. Math/ Science Camp: Instructors are Jennifer Ramsey and Marcie Mauldin. Dates to be announced. Cleats and Athletic Shoes Exchange - Don’t throw your old cleats away, bring them by the Cramerton Parks and Rec. department and donate them to someone that can wear them.

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Hester & Payseur Attorneys at Law celebrate opening with ribbon cutting Attorneys Jamie Hester and Ann Payseur celebrated the opening of Hester & Payseur Attorneys at Law with a Montcross Area Chamber ribbon-cutting and a large turnout of Chamber members, friends and family. The practice is located in the Glenway Building in Belmont at 100 Glenway Street, Suite A. Hester & Payseur offers a variety of legal services, including wills, trusts, estate planning, probate, separation, divorce, child custody, adoption, child support, family law, guardianships, elder law, special needs planning, and traffic violations for Gaston County and surrounding counties. In the photo, Ann Payseur (left) and Jamie Hester prepare to cut the ribbon. With them, from left, are Chamber Board Chair Melia Lyerly of Lyerly Agency, Tracy Kitchen of Hester & Payseur, Belmont City Council member Martha Stowe, and Chamber Board Member Gina Falco of BB&T in Belmont. For more information on Hester & Payseur Attorneys at Law, call 704.829.8195. Montcross Area Chamber photo

Gaston County DHHS selected 2015 Gaston Together Community Leadership Award winner Gaston Together: Communities of Excellence has announced that the Gaston County Department of Health and Human Services has been selected as the winner of the 2015 Community Maureen O’Boyle Leadership Award. According to Selection Committee Chairman, Charlie Pearson, “Gaston Together is proud to honor the Department of Health and Human Services for their long-standing commitment to improving community health and social services in Gaston County. It would be hard to find an individual in Gaston County who has not benefited from their services, either directly or in service to a friend or family member.” The award will be presented on Tuesday, March 31st, at 6:00pm at the Gaston Country Club. Maureen O’Boyle, WBTV News, will emcee the event. 2015 Gold Event Sponsors are: Duke Energy, PSNC Energy, and Bridgestone Americas Trust Fund. The Community Leadership Award is presented annually to an organization whose work has made a significant impact in improving the quality of life in Gaston County. It recognizes the ideals reflected in Gaston Together’s mission of collaboration and creative problemsolving. Some past winners include Operation Playground, Run For the Money Campaign, the Mt. Holly Community Development Foundation, Gaston Family Health Services, and Gaston College. Last year’s winner was Holy Angels, Inc. Each year, the winner of the Community Leadership Award receives a sculpture commissioned by Gaston Together. This sculpture is the “Circle of Caring,” an original piece of artwork designed by renowned artist Dr. Graham Weathers.

Gaston Together will also honor the finalists of their third grade, “Proudest Kid in Gaston County” Essay Contest as well as announce the 2015 county-wide winner. This contest is open to all third graders in the county in both public and private schools and is sponsored by the Gaston County Education Foundation. The essays are written by third graders following their “Pride in Gaston” Traveling Tour field trip which takes place in the fall of the school year. This year’s tour included visits to Holy Angels in Belmont, Discover You! in Mount Holly, the Gaston County Courthouse in Gastonia and Gaston College in Dallas. The field trip was developed by Gaston Together as a community pride building program for young students. It was designed in partnership with Gaston County Schools to coincide with the third grade study of the community. The corporate sponsor of the 2014 tour was CaroMont Health. Program Partners were Charlotte Paint Company, Inc. , Tindol Ford Subaru, PSNC Energy, Carolina Trust Bank, Watson Insurance and Alliance Bank and Trust. Formed in 1997, Gaston Together: Communities of Excellence was formed as a catalyst for positive community change. It is a grassroots, non-profit organization committed to improving the quality of life in Gaston County by bringing people and resources together to address our most pressing community needs. Its mission is achieved through the principles and best practices of collaboration, facilitation, promotion and the anticipation of possibilities. Current initiatives include: Gaston Vision 2020 (our county’s quality of life vision for the year 2020), Gaston Community Healthcare Commission (building a healthy community), Gaston Clergy & Citizens Coalition, Advanced Leadership Development and community Pride Building programs (Community Leadership Awards, Pride in Gaston Traveling Tour/ Proudest Kid in Gaston County Essay Contest). The Community Leadership Awards event is open to the public. For ticket information on the event, call Gaston Together (704-8679869, ext. 111 ).

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2007 CHEVROLET COBALT, Run Southeast. Flatbed (6mos 4 cylinder, auto, air, runs great, exp), CDL-A. Tim 706-264-2676 nice, only 113k miles, $4500. or Sara 706-618-5623. (3/11) 828-247-4889. 1996 CHEVY REG. S-10, 4x4, NOW HIRING CLASS A CDL air, auto, 202k miles, 2nd owner, DRIVERS with septic installation/ pumping experience. Medical & $3800. 828-289-7783. dental insurance. Salary depends 2007 FORD TAURUS, V6, good on experience. 704-739-5849. shape, AC, good heat, new tires, TIME TECHNICIAN 167k highway miles, $2850. 828- FULL NEEDED. Must have auto, me248-1950 or 828-429-8197. dium & heavy duty truck experi2004 TOYOTA AVALON XL, ence. Must have own tools. Valid V6, 91K miles, leather, CD, sun- Drivers License required. Contact roof, premium wheels, new tires, 828-657-6373 for more info. all power, very nice. $7300. 828305-6590. Not after 8 PM. Farm/Heavy Equipment

Boats BRAND NEW, NEVER USED, 2013 Pelican ABS Boat, 10’ 3”. Trailer, 55 thrust Minnkota electric motor. Marine Battery, $1700 obo. 404-576-0501.

COUNTY LINE TIMBER is buying Hardwood & Pine Timber, 8 acres or more. Also, Pine Thinning. Over 25 years experience. 828-289-0742, 828-248-3659. 828-289-0742, 828-248-3659.

For Rent

16’ FIBERGLASS BOAT, 20 hp Mercury outboard motor, com- MOBILE HOMES AND APARTplete with trailer & winch, ONLY MENTS FOR RENT IN KINGS $1250. 704-466-2671. MOUNTAIN: Prices starting at BOATS, PONTOONS wanted $100/week. Call 704-739-4417 for our upcoming South East or (evening) 704-739-1425. (tfn) Boats/Pontoons Online Auction. MOBILE HOMES FOR RENT in Contact Gordon Miller, 828-305- Kings Mtn and Crouse. 2 & 3BR, 2303. references and deposit required.

Business Services

No pets. 704-284-0033.

FREEDOM MOBILE HOME WANTED CRAFT VENDORS, PARK $150 dep and $300-$350 Product producers & Service mo for 2BR, no pets. Shelby. 704providers needed for a Business 418-2803. Expo April 4th, 2015 in Gastonia. 2 & 3BR MOBILE HOMES, Call 704-830-7945 for more in- Shelby & Kings Mountain. Reformation modeled. Water, trash, lawn I WILL PAINT BARNS. 704-284- maintenance included. Starting at $115 week. 1905 Prentice Dr, 8170. Shelby. 704-649-3491. GOLD, GEMSTONES, RARE MINERALS, jewelry making 2 BR APARTMENT, central air & classes and all your prospecting heat, dishwasher supplied. Availneeds. Gold panning field trips. able in 1-2 weeks, Rent, $100 KM Gold & Gem Mining. 704- weekly. for more info, call 704751-7694. 466-5570, 980-223-9184. RA SEAMLESS GUTTERS, LLC. 18yrs experienced installer, 5” & 6” K Style Gutters & Gutter Guard. Fully Insured. Free Estimates. 828-245-4090. ragutters. com - ragutters@yahoo.com

Campers

COZY 2BR 1BA APARTMENT, located in friendly neighborhood in Cherryville, NC. $400 month. 704-435-3311. FREE 2BR 1BA EFFICIENCY MOBILE HOME in Kings Mountain near Hwy 74 bypass, just pay lot rent of $295/mo! Central heat; Pets ok. Call 980-939-6633 x4.

CAMPER, TRAVEL TRAILER, big awning, 2008 DUTCHMAN, 2BR 2BA MOBILE HOME re28 ft., 1 slide out, good condition, modeled inside! Kings Mountain near Hwy 74 bypass, rent to own $14,500. 704-466-9019. for $435/mo and own in only 4 2001 MODEL, 29FT FLEET- years. Pets ok. Call 980-939WOOD TERRY camper, sleeps 6633 x4. 6, fully loaded, one slide out, nice MOVE IN SPECIAL. 2 & 3BR at & clean, $6500. 864-838-0073. 3 Locations. Low Weekly rates. TWO CAMPER LOTS FOR Free Power & Water. Visit us onRENT, water & septic hookups, line @ Oakwood Rentals Shelby on Lake Greenwood, SC, $35 or call 704-473-4299. per night. 864-838-1257. 2BR 1.5BA, NICE COUNTRY 2006 23’ MAXLITE CAMPER LIVING, 10 minutes from Shelby. with back slide out. Bunk beds, NO PETS. Retirees Welcome. very nice & clean, sleeps at least 704-692-0447. 8. Extended 3 yr. warranty. Kings Mtn. area, $9600. 704-692-1921. 2BR, 2 FULL BA, mobile home. 14x70. Remodeled 2013. Private WANT TO BUY: Pop-Up Camp- acre plus lot. Central heat and ers. Call 828-429-3935. air. No pets, no smoking inside. Waco, Cherryville area. Call Employment John. 704-482-3321, 704-4733894.

DRIVERS: CDL-B: Great Pay, Hometime! No-Forced Dispatch! New Singles fromStatesville, NC to surrounding states. Apply: TruckMovers.com or: 1-877-606-7083. (2/18, 25, 3/04 &11)

For Sale

TIME IS RUNNING OUT to buy a new Classic OUTDOOR WOOD FURNACE from Central Boiler. Call today for more info and special pricing! Mill Spring Outdoor Furnaces 828-245-0174.

USED, STACKABLE FRIGIDAIRE Heavy Duty washer & dryer, Good shape, $150. 704739-7726.

2012 KX 250, NEW TIRES, Well maintained, Rekluse clutch and more, asking $2800. Call anytime, 704-473-9635.

10 INCH CONTRACTOR TABLE SAW, Delta Model 34-444, $195. Call 704-473-4813.

BAD MAX RACING KART stock motor, NEVER been raced, asking $900. Ultra Max. Bad Max Racing Kart NEVER been raced, asking $1100. Call anytime. 704473-9635.

ANTIQUE COUCH, $175, Beige color. Antique wing back chair, $75, beige. Two small chairs, $30 each. Call 704-482-7079, leave message. SHOPSMITH WOODWORKING TOOLS Band saw, table saw, lathe, sander and router. Most attachments. $250. 704-7394411 2.5 TON HEAT PUMP, NHP030AKC2, International Comfort. Inside Payne PF4MN8037. Installed 9/2/11, removed 8/2014 for hi-efficiency unit, R22. Was told it was working when removed. $400. 828453-0828. SQUARE DANCE DRESSES size 14 and 16. $20 each 704538-7934 VERY NICE BUNK BEDS, heavy built, with built in stairs & desk. Mattress & box springs included, $250 obo. 704-4778623.

MOWING DECK, NEEDS WORK, for sale. FREE piano, come and get it. 704-434-7761, 704-692-9915.

FOR SALE BY OWNER: beautiful white brick home located at 502 Melville Rd. 3 BR, 2 1/2 baths, all one level. $249,900. Call Jan -- (843) FIBERGLASS CAMPER SHELL 877-5279. (3/11 &18) with rear sliding glass window. Dimensions are 70x80x22. Call 704-692-4765 for price. TECHNICS INDOOR SOUND SYSTEM, 5 disc CD player & amp w/4 large speakers & cabinets, nice, $185 for all. 828-2897783. M & M USED APPLIANCES. Large selection, late models, 30 day warranty, in Ellenboro. 828305-0322 or 828-980-2477.

FOR SALE: CAROLINA PANTHER PSL 2 seats, Section 502, Seats 23, 24, (aisle seats). $2500 for PSL plus season tickets, $1077. Call 704-482-7543.

BEES FOR SALE: 3 pound packages. Italian bees with Queen, $95. Bee hives w/ honey super, $139. Fred, 828-9800725.

2 GAS WEEDEATERS. Used only 2 times. Pool table, trundle bed (twin), shop vac. Craftsman rake for riding mower. 704-4662913.

CPAP RESMED plus machine, mask, hose, bag, $225. Yamaha 221 Flute Silver Plated/case, $275. Bundy Flute, $90. 828447-3609.

25.2 CUFT GE PROFILE side by side refrigerator. Antique mahogany dining table w/leaf. Antique oak desk. Antique mahogany chest of drawers. 704473-1413, 704-472-1191.

FLAGS & FLAG POLES in stock. J Johnson Sales, Inc. 828245-5895.

CUTTING TORCH SET, gauges, hoses, 2 acetylene tanks, one oxygen tank & cart, $450. 864-838-0073.

TRAILERS: BUY, SELL, TRADE. Over 50 trailers in stock. Utility, Box, Dump, Gooseneck. Parts, service & repairs. 828245-5895.

CAST IRON WOOD BURNING INSERT w/forced air. Good condition, $600 obo. 704-482-9333. Leave message if no answer. Shelby area. 36” LEFT HAND STEEL EXTERIOR DOOR in case with full double pane glass and lock. Good condition, $100. 704-4828029. REFRIGERATORS, STOVES, washers, dryers & odd furniture. Call 704-481-0954. After 5pm, call 704-482-0540. TRAILERS, Lawn mower trailers enclosed, equipment, horse & cattle trailers, saddlery. Check our prices before you buy!! Bridges Riding Equipment, Boiling Springs, NC. 704-434-6389. PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS WITH SCRATCH PADS! Press Room Printing. 704-538-5788, 704-482-2243.

ROOM FOR RENT IN PRIVATE log home. Must have refrences. DRIVERS: CDL-A Compa- All utilities included. Horse stalls ny Drivers. Sign-On Bonus! available. Call for more info, 941Quickway Transportation is 920-4153. Available May 1st.

HORSE QUALITY HAY FOR SALE, square bale, 704-4876855. CRAFTSMAN 28HP Briggs & Stratton, 54” cut, hydrostatic transmission. Great, well maintained lawnmower. $1600. Polkville NC 704-473-0328

Real Estate

BRAND NEW JAZZY ELECTRIC CHAIR for sale. For more details, call 704-487-1363, between hours of 3pm & 7pm.

BRICK HOUSE, 3BR, 1BA, fully remodeled, move in ready, located in Forest City. $79,900. 828429-5202 or 828-429-5858.

SPINDALE AUTO REPAIR, located @ 281 Spindale St., Spindale, NC. 28160. All types auto & truck repairs, oil change, tuneups, brakes, muffler repair. 828980-1454, 8am-5pm.

Home Weekends & 2 times/wk

23,000 BTU REFURBISHED kerosene heaters, $129.99. 704482-4405.

6PC BEDROOM SET, full/ queen, not real wood, $350 obo. Tony Little Gazelle, $50, call 704-974-2182.

EXCALIBUR COMPUTER SERVICE, We repair and sell laptops and desktops, most repairs in 3 days or less. 704-434-5057, M-F. 8am-5pm.

Hwy 74 bypass, rent to own for DRIVERS: $2,000 Sign- $450/mo and own in only 5 years. on! Excellent Pay/Beneﬁts! Pets ok. Call 980-939-6633 x4.

Call Kathy today! 704.739.7496

For Sale

1BR 1BA APT: PERFECT FOR STUDENT. 4 miles to GWU. Country setting, $350 month + deposit & utilities. No pets or smoking. Lisa, 704-591-1769.

Hiring. Home Every Other Day, Excellent Beneﬁts, High Earnings. Call: 877-600- 2BR 1BA MOBILE HOME, beautiful new kitchen cabinets 2121. (3/04 & 11) and more! Kings Mountain near

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STORAGE BUILDINGS for sale. Buy or Rent to Own. Free delivery & set up. 828-245-5895. 20’ FOOD CONCESSION STAND, wired, walk-up window, storage, equipment, bathroom. NFS approved, can be moved, $12,500. Some financing available. 828-287-8668, 828-7489482.

Mobile Homes MOBILE HOMES FOR SALE, four, 1990 2BR w/appliances, $1700, you must move. One, 1985 3BR, 1000 sqft w/central heat/air & appliances, $3700, you must move. 980-329-6160. 3BR, 2BA, DOUBLEWIDE Mobile Home. Fixer upper on +/- 1 acre. City water, country setting, $9,800. 828-245-6542. DOZEN MOBILE HOMES FOR SALE, Ellenboro area. 2 & 3 bedrooms, prices from $1500$6000. Delivery available. 828755-5257.

Motorcycles

LOTS IN GASTON, CLEVELAND, RUTHERFORD and CHEROKEE CO., some with water & septic. Credit no problem, owner will ﬁnance with low DP. Call Bryant Realty at 704-567-9836 or www. bryantrealty.org. (3/04,11,18 & 25)

Pets/Livestock BEAUTIFUL GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES. CKC Registered. Male & female available. Bred for family companionship & protection. Both parents on site. Call 704-300-0207. FREE TO A GOOD HOME 2F papillon 8&9 yrs old. 1F Pomeranian 6yrs old. 2F & 1M - miniature Australian shepherds-3 yrs old. CKC-Reg. Call 704-4820178 STOCK TRAILER, TWIN AXLE, 12’x6.5’, bumper pull, heavy built, good floor, $550. 704-4778623. CKC POMERANIAN PUPPIES, male, one black with white spots and one wolf sable, shots UTD, $400 each. 704-300-2240, 704300-1988 WESTHIGHLAND TERRIER, (WESTIE), AKC pups. 704-4826804. LIVESTOCK FOR SALE Pure Breed, Angus Bulls and Heifers. Jacob Fork Ranch. Call 704-5381199 or 704-600-7847. 3 DONKEYS, 8 YR. OLD JACK, 2 1/2 yr old jenny, 1 1/2 yr old jenny, $600 for all. 1646 Farmville Rd., Shelby. 704-476-9888, cell 704-419-9213, Larry. TEXAS HEELER PUPPIES, 1/2 Australian Shepherd & 1/2 Blue Heeler. Parents on site. Registered. Male & Females, $300. 828-748-9135 or 828-748-9054.

Wanted To Buy CASH ON THE SPOT! Will buy tools, riding lawn mowers or building full of merchandise, pictures or anything of value. Will also buy musical instruments. Call: 704-3000827 or 704-300-7676. (03/11)

Yard Sales

GROUP YARD SALE INDOORS – KM Women’s Club at 109 E. Mountain Street, 2010 HARLEY DAVIDSON Kings Mountain. Sat., March STREET GLIDE Scarlet red, 21st. 7 am -11 am. If Snow only 13,848 miles. In excellent – Cancelled. (3/11 & 18) 2012 POLARIS RZRS, good condition, $9500. Call 704-4777760.

condition. Many extras. $17,500 OBO. 980-285-0918 2011 HARLEY DAVIDSON SOFTAIL DELUXE Excellent condition. Dark/light candy root beer. Only 3,309 miles. $13,500

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Mayors Forum is March 20 The mayors of all six eastern Gaston County cities and towns will come together for a Mayors Forum panel discussion at the next Montcross Area Chamber Business Buzz breakfast on March 20, 2015, at the Kimbrell Campus of Gaston College, 7220 Wilkinson Blvd., Belmont, from 7:30 until 9 a.m. Mayors will speak about accomplishments and challenges in their communities and respond to audience questions. CaroMont Health is the sponsor. Breakfast will be provided. The cost is $10 for Chamber members and $15 for others. Registration is required online at www.MontcrossAreaChamber.com, or by calling 704.825.5307.

GGDC announces executive director Greater Gaston Development Corporation’s Chairman, Bob Clay, today announced that Mark C. Cramer has been retained to become Executive Director of the corporation effective April 1. Cramer will replace Carroll Gray who has held this post since July of last year. The GGDC is a not-for-profit entity organized to promote economic development in Gaston County. There are 40 business investors in GGDC plus Gaston County, City of Gastonia, Mount Holly and Belmont governing bodies. “Our recently released ‘Alliance for Growth’ study had energized our business and governmental leadership as we unite to help Gaston County grow,” said Clay. “The Executive Director’s job is to coordinate the implementation of our growth plan with other non-profits and our governmental partners. “We are fortunate to find an individual with Mark’s extensive background in economic development and public policy in the Charlotte region, Clay added. Current Executive Director Carroll Gray said Mark Cramer has the experience and contacts locally and statewide to add real talent to the GGDC team. “He’s a good guy,” Gray added.

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Belmont Pediatric Dentistry ribbon cutting ceremony Dr. Oscar Mvula and Dr. Charles Cooke cut a ribbon to celebrate the grand opening of Belmont Pediatric Dentistry at 420 Park Street in Belmont’s Sterling Professional Park on Friday, Feb. 20, 2015. Chamber members and friends enjoyed refreshments while learning about the practice, meeting the staff and touring the beautiful offices. Belmont Pediatric Dentistry specializes in treating children from infancy through teen years and children with special health care needs. Joining in the ribboncutting, along with members of the Montcross Area and Gaston Regional Chambers, are Belmont Pediatric Dentistry staff members Kyrstii Colbert, Heather Murphy, Casey Lingle, Emilie Dabbs and Kayla Quick and Montcross Area Chamber Board Chair Melia Lyerly of Lyerly Agency. Holding the ribbon, are Mijai Wallace (left) and Geanina Neal of CommunityOne Bank in Mount Holly. For more information on Belmont Pediatric Dentistry, call 704.755.4600 or visit www.belmontncpedo.com.

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