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Duckworth brothers take Ron Wade remembers part in 150th Anniversary East Belmont days with MIA Bunyan Price of the Battle of Bentonville

By Alan Hodge

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By Brian Duckworth and Alan Hodge

The Duckworth brothers, Brian and Joey of Stanley, recently got a chance to take part in a re-creation of the largest military clash ever fought on North Carolina soilthe March 19-21, 1865 Civil War Battle of Bentonville.

On March 20 of this year the pair headed east with their friends, David Harrill and Shawn Campbell to the Bentonville site near Fayetteville.

There they met 3,000 other reenactors who would take part in a spectacle that happens once every five years.

For Brian, it would be a special event, as his brother Joey tagged along with him for one last big battle of the 150th Civil War Sesquicentennial series. They each had taken part in the 150th Manassas, the 150th Gettysburg, and now Bentonville offered them a conclusion to this almost five year journey.

Once at the battlefield, tents were pitched and the action began.

“We began to march along a winding sandy road, flanked

Joey Duckworth (left) of Stanley is seen helping a “wounded” comrade during the recent 150th Anniversary Battle of Bentonville.

Photo by James Shillinglaw by spectators who were eager to get our photo,” said Brian.

“To them we were a site to behold. A large, long, gray column with battle flags interspersed at different breaks in the line. Our muskets are clean; we are ready for a fight.

We marched out in front of a large spectator crowd including Governor Pat McCrory.”

The Federal reenactors were dug in and the action began. Soon, firing from thousands of muskets began to increase.

“The shots echoed off the trees to our right,” said Brian.

“At first the Confederates are successful in dislodging the Union soldiers on our left.

They took the breastworks the Union reenactors had dug See BATTLE page 2

WWII German artifacts connect two Belmont families

By Alan Hodge alan.bannernews@gmail.com

This is a story about how German army WWII artifacts connected two Belmont families over 70 years ago, and how those same pieces are still in their hearts and minds.

The tale begins with the late Harry Maynard who delivered mail in Belmont just prior to and after WWII. On his route there lived a lad named Charles L. McDowell,the son of local physician Dr. Roy McDowell who had an office on Main Street. The Maynards and McDowells were neighbors- twice- once on Myrtle St. and again near Main and

Dogwood St. Maynard was more than a postman, he was someone folks could count on and look up to. Charles McDowell, now 81-years-old and also a doctor, lives in Richmond, Virginia and recalled Maynard.

“He was a vital part of the fabric of our community,” McDowell said. “He was an adult who observed and acted when he felt needed in the best interests of all members of the community.”

McDowell cited a personal example.

“He would often pick me up when I was playing a bit far from home, place me in his

When the remains of Vietnam War MIA and Belmont native Bunyan Price are buried with full military honors on April 11 in Greenwood Cemetery, an old friend will be among those paying respects.

Ron Wade, 64, is a also a Vietnam veteran, and received the Purple Heart for wounds received there. He currently lives in North Belmont, but grew up with Price, who he refers to as “Junior”, in the East Belmont Chronicle Mill vil- Vietnam veteran Ron Wade grew up with MIA Bunyan Price in East Belmont. lage.

“I lived on Ervin Wade and his Military Order of the PurSt. and Junior and his ple Heart Chapter 634 comrades will family lived nearby,” join others at Price's military funeral Wade said. “Junior on April 11 in Greenwood Cemetery.

Photo by Alan Hodge and I became acquainted when we were about 13-years-old. We were just one month apart in age.

We walked to East Belmont school together. We also hung out together.”

Wade recalled Price as a good friend and person.

“He was kind of quiet,” Wade said. “He was mild-mannered too.”

Unfortunately, the military called and Wade and Price went their separate ways- and on to Vietnam.

Wade returned wounded, and Price lost his life on May 2, 1970 when the helicopter he was riding in just across the Cambodian border was shot down. His remains were discovered and identified last year. Since then, arrangements for his return to Belmont have been finalized.

“I saw the story about a Vietnam MIA in the paper a few weeks ago,” said Wade. “When I saw the name, it was like bam! I knew it was him.”

Wade is a member of the Military Order of the Purple Heart Chapter 634. The group consists of Purple Heart veterans who work together to raise awareness of wounded veterans of wars our nation has fought against foreign countries- including Vietnam.

“Since those killed in action get a Purple Heart, Junior's

large leather mail bag, carry me home, and deposit me and our mail at my home.”

World War II came, and Maynard found himself in Europe in the U.S. Army. Given his job experience back home, he was placed in a military mail unit that set up post offices in areas that Allied troops had secured. Of course, there were souvenirs to be “liberated”.

“On an occasion when the See RON WADE page 3 army overran a German supply Dr. Charles McDowell depot Mr. Maynard joined the CORRECTION other soldiers collecting equip- things home, and he sent some The name of the person in the April 2 edition of the Banment as souvenirs,” McDowell to me.” nerNews story concerning airport noise was listed as David said. “Because he was in the Moore.

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FROM page 1 Items McDowell obtained included a German bayonet, canteen, cup, helmet, and gas mask canister. As you can imagine, he was pumped.

“I was so excited I didn’t know what to do,” McDowell recalled. “The war was an overpowering event in our minds and this was a signal we were winning.”

Time marched on – about seven decades worth. McDowell moved to Richmond, Virginia. He still had the stuff that Maynard had sent him. Last year, he visited the Virginia War Memorial and saw the mannikins dressed in WWII military uniforms. A light bulb went off over his head.

“I thought, the artifacts I have could be useful to the museum,” he said.

Museum curator Jesse Smith was thrilled.

“Every item has a unique story,” Smith said. “The artifacts given to us by Dr. Charles McDowell have a most unique story indeed. It’s not every day that the Virginia War Memorial receives such great items. German helmets, bayonets canteens and other items were prized trophies of American servicemen serving in Europe during World War II. A primary mission of the Virginia War Memorial is to preserve the history and stories of our military veterans of World War II as well as life for those here on the home front. The story of how Dr. McDowell acquired these German items fits right in with the home front experience.”

Maynard’s two sons Harry Jr. aka “Phil” lives in Concord and his brother John in Lake Wylie. They were interested in McDowell’s story after all these years.

“We also have some mementos daddy sent us,” John said.

“We thought it was cool the Germans had used them. It’s good other people will be able to see them at the museum.”

“I was thrilled to hear about Dr. McDowell giving the items to the museum,” said Phil. “It was a nice gesture and a great remembrance for my father.”

In addition to the WWII items, McDowell also donated several WWII posters to the museum that had belonged to his wife, Carter Donnan McDowell’s mother Virginia Carter McCullough Donnan.

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BATTLE FROM page 1 with shovels, cups, and spoons. Then to our dismay, a flag staff comes into view.

On the hill in our front along another line of breastworks comes the entire Federal Army.”

The Confederates began losing ground.

“Boys in gray began falling in heaps,” said Brian. “We had no choice, but to fall back. It was a hopeless situation. We were beaten. Joey had just about fired all of his rounds. The bugles played. A roar came from behind us as the crowd of spectators applauded and cheered. The “dead” and “wounded” were raised and we all marched back together.”

But the weekend wasn’t just about “battles”.

“Six miles down the road, the Trail Life and American Heritage Girls organizations were holding their largest gathering of kids to date,” said Brian. “They had invited some of the 26th North Carolina reenactors to visit and talk with the kids.

Being a member of both the 26th North Carolina and the 28th North Carolina infantry, I volunteered to go and brought Joey, James Shillinglaw from Florida, and Terry Bates from Wilmington, NC. They fed us a barbeque plate upon arrival which we enjoyed very much and we formed up and marched out to greet the kids as they were eating their supper.

We were soldiers who had just fought a battle and were told to disperse amongst the crowd of kids and talk to them about our experiences. The kids enjoyed this very much.”

Later, the Duckworths and their friends pondered what it must have been like to have been a Civil War soldier, past and present.

“Joey and I reflected on all the years before and of the great journey we had just taken.,” Brian said. “We were with our 28th North Carolina friends to the end. What were the thoughts of the original Confederate soldiers? Home? Family? Terry Bates’ young daughter found him and ran to give him a hug. It was a

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tearful hug and most heartfelt. She saw a news clip about Bentonville and knew her dad was there fighting and really believed he was in danger. This was a moment we reenactors get when we see across the veil of time what life may have been like.

How many original soldiers dreamed of reuniting with their families after that cruel war? What joy it must have been to have made it through the conflict and get back home to loved ones. This is why most of us still remain in the hobby. To us the soldier’s story must be retold. We do the best we can to teach a new generation about this most important time in our nation’s history.”

For Brian and Joey it was personal.

Their Hargett ancestors were at Bentonville in 1865 fighting for the 10th North Carolina Battalion Heavy Monroe Artillery Co. C. For more information on becoming a reenactor contact Brian Duckworth at 704-913-7278 or at 28thNCT@gmail. com. For more information about Trail Life USA or American Heritage Girls, visit www.TrailLifeUSA.com and www.

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Local rider to take part in RON WADE Belmont Criterium race

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That's because Stan Dover, 41, lives on Todd St. just off When the Belmont CriteMain St. in downtown Belrium bicycle race takes place mont. on Sunday, April 12, riders Dover, an anesthesiologist from around the world will be by trade at Gaston Memorial Hospital, is also an avid cyclist who owns about five bikes. The one he will be on for the Criterium is a technical marvel. The red and black machine carries the Argon brand and is crafted in Canada.

“It's mostly made of carbon fiber which is stiff and light,” Dover said. “The frame weighs about two pounds.

Other parts like the gears and wheels are lightweight alloy.

It's the best bike I've ever had.”

The bike also has a cool technical feature that consists of a sensor in the pedal crank that sends information to a handlebar mounted instrument about how efficiently Dover is pedaling.

Dover is a member of the Carolina Cycling Team that's sponsored by Argon. The team has about 26 members overall who wear matching outfits and helmets at cycling events.

“We race all over the southeast at places like Stan Dover is seen in action during last year's Belmont Criterium event. He'll be riding his heart out again on April 12 as Greensboro, Charleston, Pinehurst, Durham, and Athens, action returns to the streets of downtown Belmont.

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bringing their mounts to town in a variety of ways including fancy trailers, but one racer will simply have to hop on his machine and pedal two blocks to take his place on the start-

Dover has been training hard for his hometown race.

“I spend about ten hours a week in the saddle,” he said. “I try to ride at varying speeds, but in the race you go as hard as you can for about thirty minutes. It's like a sprint race.”

Dover rode in last year's Belmont Criterium and got 6th place in his division.

However, he is looking to move up this time.

“I hope to do a lot better,” he said.

Like the other riders, Dover is excited about being part of the race. He'll have some special fans exhorting him to a good finish.

“It will be great to have my friends and family cheer me on,” he said.

In the broader scope of things, Dover thinks the race is also a win-win for Belmont.

“The event brings a lot of attention to our great town,” he said. “It helps attract people with healthy, active lifestyles who might want to come back and visit again or even move here.”

As far as his future on the bicycle racing scene, Dover is thinking long term, very long term.

“I hope to keep doing it until I die.”

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family should get one in his honor,” said Wade.

Junior's remains arrived Thursday, April 9 at CharlotteDouglas International Airport. They were escorted by the NC Highway Patrol and Patriot Guard Riders to Greene's Funeral Home South Chapel, 1503 S. York Rd., Gastonia. Visitation will be Friday, April 10 from 6-9pm at First Assembly of God, 777 S. Myrtle School Rd. in Gastonia. Price's funeral will be held at the church at 1pm on April 11. After the service, his remains will be taken via US29/74 to N. Main St., Belmont where they will be transferred to a horse drawn carriage. They will proceed down Main St. through downtown Belmont to Greenwood Cemetery for burial with military honors. Anyone interested in attending the event at Greenwood should be at the cemetery around 2:15 and park in the First Presbyterian Church lot.

“It's great Junior is coming back to Belmont,” said Wade.

“It's where he needs to be and it will be an honor for Belmont to celebrate his life.”

This badge on Ron Wade's cap says it all.

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“People rarely succeed unless they are having fun in what they are doing” - Dale Carnegie

Cancer is don’t know one end from the other and one of the always get their line tangled with that of the hardcores. You have tourists like us most feared who just want to walk to the end and peer words of all into plastic buckets to see what folks are

My opinion... Vacation time is just around the corner Alan Hodge Banner-News Editor

Well, it’s time when those lucky enough to get them start taking vacations.

What is a vacation? It should be a time to unplug but in today’s world that is hard. There are few things more aggravating than to be on the beach and to have your phone ring.

But on the other hand there are few things more relaxing than to be on the beach. Back in the day, towns like Belmont and Mount Holly would be almost deserted on July 4 week. That’s because the mills would close down for vacation and everyone who could afford it would head as fast as they could to Myrtle Beach. No one had cellphones then so they had a week of peace, seafood, and sun.

Look at the photo accompanying this column. Notice the smiling faces. Notice the warm sun and big, goofy, fun chair placed on the pier for folks to sit in and have a silly photo made of themselves.

What you can’t see or feel are the golden rays of Old Sol and the nostril tingling aroma of salt air or the gentle thudding in the pier pilings and planks when they are wave-struck.

That pic was made last September when Sharon and I went to S. Myrtle Beach for a few days. I needed that trip.

I need another one. Right now. I need to sit on the balcony of a high hotel room, oceanfront of course, and comment on the folks strolling by. “Mister Commentator” is what Sharon calls me. I like to observe the way the ocean changes mood and color depending on the time of day and the weather. Sparkling water is nice, but the scowling sea is OK too.

Most of all I (we) like walking on the beach. The hotel we generally stay at is not fancy but it is just a few hundred

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yards from a little tidal inlet and when the tide goes out it is just ankle deep in warm, rushing water but when the tide comes in it can become about waist deep and the current rather strong. It is interesting to see who walks up to it at high tide, studies the rushing water situation, then turns around and goes back down the beach. Sometimes guys like to give wading across a shot to impress their female companion. There is symbolism in the little inlet.

There are also shark’s teeth.

Sharon is a championship caliber shark tooth finder. I do not have the patience. I find them sometimes but she makes an art of it. I like to sit on the sand next to the little inlet as the tide goes out and watch her work. Stooped over, she scans and sifts every square foot for the slightest hint of black- that’s the color

the teeth are. Sometimes the ones she finds are no more than 1/4” long, but they are a shark tooth and that’s all that matters. People come up to her. They ask what she is doing. She tells them and holds up the sandwich bag with the little black treasures inside. They are amazed.

Sometimes they start looking down for teeth, but nearly always give up in a few minutes. By and by we head down the beach to the next shark tooth spot.

My favorite place at the beach is the pier. I was once an avid fisherman but like in the shark tooth hunting business, my patience for fishing has waned.

What I like about walking on the pier is looking at the folks. Pier people are an eclectic lot. You have hardcore fishermen with coolers on wheels and a load of drinks and snacks for the long haul.

You have people who rent a rod but

catching, you have the mackerel fishermen at the very end with their long rods they methodically work up and down up and down hoping to lure a kingfish.

At night the pier takes on a mysterious aspect. The pier lights glow but underneath the ocean is black except for the phosphorescent waves and you look over the rail and wonder what creatures are living in the water.

Food makes up an important part of a beach trip. If someone can’t find something good to eat in the stretch from Calabash all the way down the Grand Strand to Murrells Inlet, then you have no taste buds. There is a restaurant near where we stay that serves a great breakfast and they have a couple of parrots just inside the door and the parrots give everyone the eye as they come in. There is another eatery right on the beach near our hotel that has ribs that fall off the bone . You can smell the rib-aroma smoke all up and down the beach and it is like a lighthouse beacon guiding me to the joint when suppertime comes. Last year we got a box of those ribs and split a salad and ate in the room with some cheap wine and watched the sun go down and it was better than any fancy restaurant I have ever been in.

So that’s my recollection of a great 2014 beach trip. One that come May 29, 2015 I hope will be repeated.

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The cost is over 103 billion in direct medical costs. The statistics are always changing but are staggering. (Cancer facts and figures, 2012) No one fighting cancer cares about how much they have to spend to defeat the disease. Life is worth more than all the money in the world. However, have the doctors and drug companies figured this out? The money pipeline related to all cancer treatments is worth billions.

How many people would be out of a job if we found a cure?

I'm irked about cancer.

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We could start by taking better care of ourselves. Exercise more, eat better, sleep more, and stress less. There are severe environmental issues from chemicals pouring into our air and contaminants polluting our water. We need to clean up our air and water.

We can do without a lot but we can't live without water and air.

Start demanding from your local and national politicians answers on what they are doing about real healthcare in this nation. The answer is not just medical insurance to pay more dollars so that doctors and pharmaceutical companies get richer. We need a cure for cancer, multiple sclerosis and many other diseases.

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Here Comes Peter Cotton Tail The Belmont Parks and Recreation Easter Egg Hunt in Stowe Park was huge success. The cold didn’t keep away the children. A couple of hundred children showed up. Parks and Rec partnered with Exodus Church on this event and DJ Buddy Love volunteered too. The children really enjoyed all the added activities – Coloring, decorating eggs, pin the tail on the bunny, duck pong and corn hole boards. The Easter Bunny hopped his way in the park about 2:15pm.

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On Good Friday the Belmont Ministers’ Association once again sponsored the annual “Stations of the Cross Walk” down Main Street in Belmont. The procession began at The Lutheran Church of the Holy Comforter at 12 noon and ended on the lawn at 1st Presbyterian Church.

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Banner-News Obituaries Helen Mae Jenkins Harris Gastonia- Mrs. Helen Mae Jenkins Harris, 83, of Gastonia passed a w a y Monday, March 30, 2015.

Helen was a native of Gaston County and the daughter of the late Maynard Harwood Jenkins and Zellie Mae Ferguson Jenkins.

A graveside service was held at 11 AM Thursday, April 2, 2015 at Gaston Memorial Park with Chaplain Anita Harvin officiating.

The family received friends at the gravesite, immediately following the service.

Helen was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and a friend to all that knew her.

She is survived by her high school sweetheart and husband of 64 years, Terrell Harris, daughter, Jody Lynn Caudell of Milan, Georgia, five grandchildren, thirteen great grandchildren and one great great grandchild.

In addition to her parents, Helen was preceded in death by her precious daughters, Stephanie Lynn Harris and Kathie Ann Harris, brother, Miles Jenkins and sister, Lois Ann Lang.

The family would like to thank Gaston Hospice for all the loving care they provided Helen.

Her caregivers were blessed to spend precious quality time with Helen and loved her sparky personality.

She will be dearly missed.

Memorials may be made to Gaston Hospice P.O. Box 3984 Gastonia, NC 28054.

Condolences may be sent to www.mcleanfuneral.com McLean Funeral Directors of Gastonia is serving the Harris Family Troy Everett Sipe, Jr. Mount Holly-The Lord welcomed Troy Everett Sipe, Jr. of Mount Holly home on Friday, March 27, 2015 at the age of 74, after a 20 year battle with Multiple Sclerosis. Everett was the son of the late Troy Everett Sipe, Sr. and Dora Langley Sipe. He is survived by his wife of 53 years Alva, son Steven and his wife Nancy, brother Larry and his wife Judi, along with four grandchildren Cameron, Caitlin, Matthew and Shaun.

Memorial services were held at Woodlawn Funeral Home 375 Woodlawn Ave, in Mt Holly on Saturday, April 4th with visitation from 1-2pm and a 2pm memorial service in the Chapel with pastors Tom Chidester and Hart Hutchison officiating. In lieu of flowers please make donations to the Benevolence Fund of Harvest Church 7429 Tuckaseegee Rd Charlotte, NC 28214.

Woodlawn Funeral Home in Mount Holly, NC served the family.

Bunyan Durant Price, Jr. Belmont- Bunyan Durant Price, Jr., 19, of Belmont, was killed in action May 2, 1970 in Vietnam w h i l e fighting for our freedom.

He was born February 9, 1950 in Union County, son of the late Bunyan Durant Price, Sr. and Virginia Carter.

Bunyan was serving in the US Army, he loved his family and loved to fish.

Bunyan is survived by his brother, Dennis Price and wife, Donna; sisters, Brenda Harris, Wanda Hanley and husband, Ed and Arvonia England along with a number of nieces and nephews.

A funeral service will be held 1:00 pm Saturday, April 11, 2015 at First Assembly of God – 777 S. Myrtle School Rd., Gastonia.

The family will receive friends 6 – 9 pm Friday, April 10 at the church.

Burial with full military honors by the US Army will be in Greenwood Cemetery following the funeral.

Arrangements are with the South Chapel of Greene Funeral Service and Crematorium, Gastonia.

Condolences may be made online at www.greenefuneral. com.

Anita Wise Cox Mount Holly- Anita Wise Cox passed from this life on Friday, April 3, 2015 at the age of 89 one w e e k prior to her 90th birthday.

She was born April 10, 1925 in Drew, Mississippi. She was preceded in death by her husband of 58 years, David A. Cox; her parents, George E. and Ola R .Wise; sister, Carolyn Speed; and brothers, Riddell and Jamie Wise.

Anita grew up in Mississippi and Arkansas, graduating from Lepanto High School, Lepanto, Arkansas in 1943. She met her husband, Dave in 1944 while he was stationed at Camp McCain in Grenada, Mississippi and she was attending Wood Junior College in Mathiston, Mississippi. They married October 15, 1945 and she moved to her new life in Mt. Holly, North Carolina. Anita faithfully attended Castanea Presbyterian Church serving the church community as a Sunday school teacher, member of the Women’s Morning Circle, and community caller for the Barnabas Ministries. She loved butterflies, sunflowers, and hummingbirds. She had a green thumb and could grow flowers from the tiniest cuttings. She was also a great

seamstress and an avid reader.

Anita was a wonderful mother, grandmother and great-grandmother and will be greatly missed by her family.

She is survived by her daughter, Susan and her husband, Ken Carpenter; son, David Cox, Jr. and wife, Debbie; son, George Cox; daughter, Julie Cox. She will also be missed by her grandchildren, Jennifer Carpenter; Bonnie Helms and husband, Robert; Beth Bumgardner and her husband Joey; Katie Cox; Mandy Cox- Rhyne and husband, Ricky; and great-grandchildren, Gracie Helms and Eliza Bumgardner.

The family would like to thank special friends Amelia Killian and Frances Almond for their constant friendship and love. We also express thanks to caregivers, Barbara Killian, as well as Monica

Beauty pageants planned for local festivals The Miss Gastonia Scholarship Association will present two springtime pageants for girls ages 0-19 years: Miss Cherry Blossom Festival in Cherryville and Miss Down Home Festival in Bessemer City.

The Cherry Blossom pageant is Saturday, April 18 at 11:00 a.m. at the Cherryville Community Building, 106 South Jacob Street, Cherryville. It is an official event of the Cherry Blossom Festival sponsored by the Cherryville Chamber of Commerce.

The Down Home pageant is Saturday, May 9 at 12:00 noon in downtown Bessemer City. It is an official event of the Down Home Festival sponsored by the City of Bessemer City.

For more information and an application, call (704) 827-7277 or visit www.missgastoniapageant.com. Proceeds benefit the Miss Gastonia scholarship fund.

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Church Service Directory BELMONT Alexander Memorial Baptist Church 208 South Main Street 704-825-3216 Brotherhood/Sisterhood Wncc.

120 Park Street 704-825-1333 Catawba Heights Baptist Church 311 Belmont Avenue 704-827-8474 Crossroads Wesleyan Church 101 Beaty Rd., Belmont 704-827-8381 Centerview Baptist Church 2300 Acme Road 704-827-2061 East Belmont Baptist Church 501 Catawba Street 704-825-5780 East Belmont Church Of God 320 E. Catawba Street 704- 825-8845 East Belmont Free Will Baptist 909 Edgemont Ave 704-825-5346 East Belmont Presbyterian Church 901 Catawba Street 704-825-8822 Ebenezer United Methodist Church 120 Belmont-Mt. Holly Road 704-827-3366 First Baptist Church 23 N. Central Avenue 704-825-3758 First Foursquare Gospel Church 8 Elizabeth Street 704-825-5811 First Presbyterian Church 102 S. Central Ave 704-825-3357 First Presbyterian-Belmont 112 S. Central Ave 704-829-0668

First United Methodist Church of Belmont 807 South Point Road 704-825-2106 The Pointe 6700 Wilkinson Blvd 704-825-1709 Fresh Anointing Church of God 71 McAdenville Road 704-825-7283 Friendship Baptist Church 5008 S. New Hope Rd 704-825-3276

Elmore and Sara Smith and others from Stress Free Home Care for their special and loving care of our mother.

Arrangements were handled by Woodlawn Funeral Home of Mount Holly. Visitation was Tuesday, April 7 from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm and Wednesday, April 8 from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm at the Woodlawn Chapel. Funeral services were at the Woodlawn Chapel Wednesday, April 8 at 2:00 pm. Burial followed at the Cox Family Cemetery in Lucia. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that contributions be made to the Barnabas Ministries, Castanea Presbyterian Church, 14815 LuciaRiverbend Highway, Stanley, North Carolina 28164. Condolence messages may be sent to the family by visiting www. woodlawnfuneral.org.

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Mount Moriah Baptist Church 110 Lincoln St. 704-825-2046 Mount Pleasant Missionary Baptist 212 South Street 704-825-7269 New Hope Presbyterian Church 4357 S. New Hope Rd., Gastonia 704-824-1697 New Life Baptist Church 201 Oak Trail 704-822-6195 New Mills Chapel Fire Baptized 104 Morning Glory Ave. 704-825-5457

Queen Of The Apostles Catholic Church 503 N. Main Street 704-825-9600

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

North Belmont Church of God 2316 Acme Rd. 704-827-4092

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

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

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

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

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

Grace Korean Chr. Assembly-God 124 Georgia Belle Ave 704-829-1091

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

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

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

Grace Wesleyan Church 6014 S. New Hope Rd 704-825-7959

Power of the Spirit Church 118 School Street 704-827-7071

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

Will of God Church 513 Woodlawn Ave. 704-827-5185

Full Gospel Church 106 School St 704-827-9621 Gaston Christian Church 5339 S. New Hope Rd 704-825-8252 Goshen Presbyterian Church Roper Street 704-827-6280

Henry’s Chapel Ame Zion Church 151 Henry Chapel Rd 704-825-0711 Holy Comforter Lutheran Church 216 N. Main St. 704-825-2483

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Be careful with spring burning In spring, people do a lot of yard work that often includes burning leaves and yard debris. There are many factors to consider before burning any debris. The NC Forest Service encourages residents considering debris burning to contact their local county forest ranger.

For people who choose to burn debris, the NCFS urges them to adhere to the following tips: • Consider alternatives to burning. Some yard debris, such as leaves and grass, may be more valuable if composted.

• Check with your county fire marshal’s office for local laws on burning debris.

Some communities allow burning only during specified hours; others forbid it entirely.

• Make sure you have an approved burning permit, at any NCFS office, countyapproved burning permit agent, or at http:// ncforestservice.gov.

• Check the weather. Don’t burn if conditions are dry or windy.

• Only burn natural vegetation from your property. Burning household trash or any other man-made materials is illegal. Trash should be hauled away to a convenience center.

• Plan burning for the late afternoon when conditions are typically less windy and more humid.

• If you must burn, be prepared. Use a shovel or hoe to clear a perimeter around the area where you plan to burn.

• Keep fire tools ready. To control the fire, you will need a hose, bucket, a steel rake and a shovel for tossing dirt on the fire.

• Never use flammable liquids such as kerosene, gasoline or diesel fuel to speed burning.

• Stay with your fire until it is completely out. In North Carolina, human care-

lessness leads to more wildfires than any other cause. In fact, debris burning is the No. 1 cause of wildfires in the state.

• These same tips hold true for campfires and barbeques, too. Douse burning charcoal briquettes or campfire thoroughly with water. When the coals are soaked, stir them and soak them again. Be sure they are out cold and carefully feel to be sure they are extinguished. Never dump hot ashes or coals into a wooded area.

• Burning agriculture residue and forestland litter: In addition to the rules above, a fire line should be plowed around the area to be burned. Large fields should be separated into small plots for burning one at a time.

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Drug Tip Line Leads to Three Arrests Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office narcotics investigators arrested three people recently on drug charges that developed from calls to the Drug Tip Line.

Investigators had received several complaints about suspicious activity being conducted at a residence on Hawksnest Lane, Stanley, NC and were conducting surveillance of the residence CLINE when they observed a hand to hand drug transactions take place in the driveway.

Officers stopped a vehicle that left the scene and secured a search warrant for the residence. Michael James Kay, 22, of 205 Dogwood Drive, Mount Holly, was in the vehicle and was charged with one felony count of Possession of a Controlled Substance Schedule I. He was put in jail under a $5,000 secured bond.

KAY Christopher Aaron Cline, 23, of 6792 Hawksnest Lane, Stanley, was charged with one felony count each of Possession with Intent to Manufacture, Sell and Deliver a Controlled Substance Schedule I, Sell and Deliver a Controlled Substance Schedule I, Possession of a Controlled Substance Schedule I and Possession of a Controlled Substance Schedule II. He was also charged with misdemeanor PosMANN session of Drug Paraphernalia. He was placed in the Lincoln County Detention Center under a $35,000 secured bond. Investigators seized one gram of heroin and one gram of methamphetamine along with drug paraphernalia from the residence.

Dustin Thomas Mann, 24, of 11900 Pacemaker Lane, Huntersville, NC was also in the house and officers located a backpack containing his identification and 3 and a half grams of marijuana packaged for sell. Mann was charged with one felony count of Possession with Intent to Manufacture, Sell and Deliver Controlled Substance Schedule VI and one misdemeanor count of Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. He is under a $12,500 secured bond.

Methamphetamine and Heroin continue to be on the rise in Lincoln County. Continue calling the Drug Tip Line at 704736-8422. Tips have led to a number of arrests on drug charges.

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March 16: Samuel Cleveland Riddle III, motor vehicle theft, assault on female, assault by strangulation, arrested by Officer J. Barnes, 215 Woodrow Ave. March 17: Ashton Taylor Smith, poss. cocaine, poss. paraphernalia, arrested by Officer J. Barnes, 33 Woodrow Ave. March 17: O'Keefe Kendall Locke, poss. cocaine, poss. paraphernalia, arrested by Officer J. Barnes, 33 Woodrow Ave. March 17: William Charles McCarthy III, larceny shoplifting, arrested by Officer F. Bollinger, 701 Hawley Ave. March 18: Daquan Anterrio Shealey, larceny concealment, resist obstruct delay, failure to appear, arrested by Officer J. Reagan, 701 Hawley Ave. March18: Jarvis Martavius Manning, larceny concealment, trespassing, resist obstruct delay, arrested by Officer J. Reagan, 701 Hawley Ave. March 19: Lori Michelle Mincey, larceny, arrested by Officer K. Seigler, 23 Alice Ave. Apt. 11.

March 19: Kimberly Ann Bryan, simple misdemeanor poss., arrested by Officer J. Reagan, Catawba St at 10th St. March 20: Javier Leonardo Gonzalez, contempt of court, perjury, court violations, arrested by Officer K. Seigler, US29?74 at Archibald.

March 20: Leonardo Adrian Gonzalez, simple poss., poss. paraphernalia, arrested by Officer j. Seigler, US29/74 at Archibald.

March 20: Alicia Quanette Adams, simple assault, child neglect, reckless driving to endanger, arrested by Officer M. Kelske, Exit 27 I-85.

March 21: Matthew William Nielsen, DWI alcohol and/or drugs, arrested by Officer F. Bollinger, Caromont Regional Medical Center.

March 21: Louise Sidney Anstrom, larceny shoplifting, arrested by Officer M. Kelske, 701 Hawley Ave. March 21: Freddie Keith Thompson Jr., arrested

by Officer F. Bollinger, 22 Glenway St. March 23: Paula Annette Hanif, larceny shoplifting, poss. Sch. IV, arrested by Officer J. Reagan, 701 Hawley Ave. March 24: Scottie Blain Reynolds, fail to pay court ordered money, arrested by Officer J. Reagan, 25 Nixon Rd. Apt. 31.

March 24: Jeremy Louis Hunter, failure to pay court ordered money, arrested by Officer J. Reagan, 660 Childers St. March 24: Coty Austin Vickers, poss. Sch. IV and VI drugs, arrested by Cpl. Mason, 610 N. Main St. March 25: Edward Ray Scruggs Jr., PWISMSD cocaine, arrested by Cpl. Buchanon, 6751 Wilkinson Blvd.

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Hinson, resist delay obstruct, felony probation violation, poss. firearm by felon, arrested by Officer J. Barnes, 52 Linestowe Dr. March 27: Mandi Albert, failure to appear, arrested by Officer J. Reagan, 6822 Wilkinson Blvd.

March 27: Tiaje Trvon Bright, larceny concealment, arrested by Officer J. Reagan, US29/74.

March 28: Jaydn Devonte Steele, poss. cocaine, arrested by Officer M.Hall, Reid ball field.

March 28: Robert David Fisher, simple physical assault, arrested by Cpl. E. Mason, 11 Henry Ave. March 28: Autumn Sky Ballard, simple physical assault, arrested by Cpl. E. Mason, 11 Henry Ave. March 25: Decian Jay Carroll, inhale toxic fumes, arrested by Officer M. Stroupe, 701 Hawley Ave. March 28: Jason Thomas Shumate, larceny shoplifting, arrested by Officer J. Reagan, 701 Hawley Ave. March 29: Thomas Dieangelo Good, larceny shoplifting, arrested by Officer J. Reagan, 701 Hawley Ave. March 29: Sonseara Domeka Belk, larceny shoplifting, arrested by Officer J. Reagan , 701 Hawley Ave. March 30: Jose Antonia Duran, FTA, arrested by Officer M. Hall, I-85 exit 29.

Belmont woman sentenced to two years On Wednesday, March 25, U.S. District Judge Robert J. Conrad, Jr. sentenced Jessica Ordonez, 38, of Belmont, N.C. to 24 months in prison on tax evasion and filing false tax returns, announced Jill Westmoreland Rose, Acting U.S. Attorney for the Western District of North Carolina. Judge Conrad also ordered Ordonez to serve one year under court supervision following her release from prison and

to pay $288,302.63 as restitution.

Ordonez has been released on bond and will be ordered to report to the Federal Bureau of Prisons to begin serving her sentence upon designation of a federal facility. All federal sentences are served without the possibility of parole.

Taylor (Living) Estate Sale 300 Mellon Rd., Belmont, NC Karolina Auction of Taylorsville, NC is honored to sell at public auction the contents of Allan & Hilda Taylor who were avid yard sale goers, who over 45 years assembled a massive accumulation of antiques, collectibles, tools, books & general household items. Their is over 100 year old home was packed from top to bottom with their collections.

A brief listing of items in the home as follows: Furniture - Pair of Wing Back Chairs, Oak Dressers & Bed, Walnut Drop Leaf Table, Painted Bookcases & Cabinets, Walnut Cover Stand, Blanket Chests, Rockers, Assorted Painted Stands & Stools, Child’s High Chairs, PLUS Small Antiques - Over 20 pieces of Catawba Valley Pottery, and Stoneware, Cast Iron Pots, Kettles & Pans, Lamps, Student, Oil and Others, Clocks, Pink & Green Depression Glass, Vaseline Glass, Primitives, Wood Bowls, Rolling Pins, Buckets, Churns, Brass & Copper Items, Assorted China Pcs., Coffee Grinders, M/T Peanut Jar, Lots of Frames, Old Telephones, Advertising Items, Coca Cola Rack, PLUS!! Tools of all sorts. Craftsman, Snapon, Plus Others. Several Iron I BEAMS SO PLAN ON STAYING THE DAY WITH US. Refreshments Available, Bring Trucks & Trailers 12:00 Conditions of the Sale: Everything will be sold AS IS. No Guarantee or Warranty Made. Day of sale takes precedence over written or advertising prior to sale.

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County Police seek information regarding Jamie Fraley Gaston County Police continue to seek information regarding the whereabouts of Jamie Michelle Fraley. Jamie Michelle Fraley was reported missing on April 11, 2008 from 1850 Lowell Bethesda Road Gastonia. Jamie was 22 years old when she disappeared and would be 29 years of age today. Jamie Fraley is described as a white female, 4ft 8inches tall, blonde hair, brown eyes, and 90lbs.

Mrs. Fraley was last known to be at her apartment on April 8, 2008 at approximately 2am. Personal items belonging to Fraley were located on South New Hope Road two days after her being reported missing. A reward is being offered for information that solves this case. Anyone with information is asked to contact Gaston County Police at 704-866-3320 or CrimeStoppers at 704Jamie Fraley 861-8000.

For more information contact Sergeant R. S. Dover at 704-866-3307.

MHCDF annual meeting held On March 12th, a crowd of over 45 individuals came to the Mount Holly Historic Society to attend the Mount Holly Community Development Foundation's annual meeting. As the attendees entered, they were given the 2014 Annual Report, which lists its accomplishments and goals. David Hamrick, 2015 Chair of the Foundation, opened the meeting and welcomed all that came out for the evening.

Instead of rehashing 2014’s

accomplishments, David invited each Committee Chair to the podium to talk about their committee’s 2015 goals and projects and how volunteers could help.

The second half of the meeting was dedicated to introduction of the Historic Downtown Plaque Grant Program.Six building owners were the first to apply for an historic plaque grant with the Foundation in December, 2014. After Garrie Brinkley and Sandy

Carter, both with the Mount Holly Historical Society, gave a brief history of each building and recognized the present owners, the plaques were revealed. The Historic Downtown Plaque Grant Program was made possible with a grant from the Community Foundation of Gaston County. There are 19 more contributing buildings in Historic Downtown that are eligible for a grant.

A REAL ESTATE MOMENT …. With Steve Duncan I am thinking about remodeling my home to sell …

What should I do? How much should I do?

Will this make any difference?

• Is work needed to bring the property up to expectations and value? There are times when homeowners had no reason to update their home or when there has been a tenant and no need for improvements. These homes often will need updates to compete with similar homes in the community.

Without any changes or improvements, it will have to sell at a discount. These improvements may help the property regain lost value to those in the same neighborhood or location.

• Is the work necessary to attract a buyer? Exterior and interior improvements don’t necessarily regain or add value but more often help a home compete with others on the market. These may be necessary to attract a ready, willing and able buyer. Making the home “Pop” or stand out against the competition can be simple or complex depending on the current condition of the home and the market.

• What work is necessary? How much work is too much? Some work may be necessary to restore lost value or just to get the attention of the buyers shopping in the market. Yet, other things are just too much and will never recoup value and will not necessarily determine if a buyer will want to see your home or encourage them to make an offer. These are projects that are costly and do not have any positive impact on the sale of your home. These remodel projects often bring the following comment … “Heck, if I do that I might as well stay here!”

Based on any number of websites and publications, in the best cases, improvements may bring back 80 cents to 85 cents on the dollar, in no circumstances is there ever a promise of bringing back a dollar in value for a dollar spent. Therefore, it is best to be informed before signing the construction contract.

Be careful and be informed. Review options for creating the most inviting home at the highest potential price. Then and only then, are you ready to make your decisions on what to spend, where to spend and how much to spend. Careful thought and consideration with good advice from a professional realtor is a must before hiring a contractor to tear down that wall.

More about Steve Duncan After graduation from South Point High School, Steve earned his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from Appalachian State University. He has been involved in a multitude of community activities, serving on various Boards and Commissions and working with community issues.

When he is not working with real estate clients or volunteering, he is on his bike, (the kind you pedal) riding and racing across the southeast. A top performer for more than two decades, Steve has the experience and knowledge to help you achieve your goals whether selling or buying property.

For additional information on how your home will compete in today’s market or to learn how your property can be transformed for its best “Presentation” and highest potential value, give Steve a direct call at (828) 777-5718.

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Seeding can be done to rejuvenate an existing lawn and fill in bare spots. It also can be done to start a lawn from scratch. The following are some tips to help make seeding

projects more successful. * Begin by raking the lawn to remove thatch and any fallen leaves leftover from autumn and winter. Raking also enables you to inspect the lawn for bare patches or matting of grass that may be indicative of a fungus or other problem. * Dust off the mower and trim the lawn short, especially if it was left long at the end of last season. This will help seed penetrate the blades of grass and get to the soil beneath. * High-traffic lawns may need aeration to counteract compacted soil. Moss on the ground is often an indication of compaction. Aeration will help with this problem, as it pokes holes into the soil to enable oxygenation that keeps new grass robust and promotes faster growth. Lawn aerators can

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Knowing the pH will help determine just how much lime per square foot you will need to adjust it accordingly. Liming is a corrective measure and does not need to be used on a healthy, thriving lawn. * Invest in a spreader to add seed to the lawn. The spreader will have various settings that enable you to calibrate the rate of

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Banner-News Sports

South Point rolls past North Gaston, Cramer

By John Wilson john.bannernews@gmail.com

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Gaston Christian has “Pink Night” fundraiser Gaston Christian School had a “Pink Night” fund raising event for Breast Cancer Awareness on Monday, March 30. The school had several fund raising activities, including a bake sale, Mr. GCS contest, and the softball, soccer, and baseball games with the “PINK” theme. The proceeds went towards finding a cure for breast cancer.

The Varsity Softball team wore pink socks and ribbons, and the bases were also painted pink in support of the “Pink Night”. Their opponents, Charlotte Country Day, also wore pink socks during the game.

The Lady Eagles defeated Charlotte Country Day on Monday night with a score of 10-0 in six innings. Leading hitters for Gaston Christian were Sarah Adams (3 hits, 2 triples, 3 RBIs), Gabbi Wilson (2 hits), Tiffany Cobb (Homerun, 3 RBIs), and Ashlyn Freeman (Homerun, RBI). Madison Ramsey had the win with 12 strikeouts, and the team’s record is now 8-6.

The Red Raiders look like they are in midseason form and are continuing to improve with each game. In two Big South matchups the Red Raiders pulled out wins against North Gaston and Stuart Cramer.

Garrett Davila continues to tear through batters at an astounding rate. Davila and the Red Raiders beat the highly touted North Gaston Wildcats 3-0. With the win South Point remained within striking distance of 1st place in the Big South.

Davila’s performance on the mound against the Wildcats was impressive to say the least. The senior continues to play hard despite the spectacle of pro scouts sitting in the stands clocking his every pitch. Like it’s been all season Davila doesn’t seem phased.

He whiffed 15 North Gaston batters.

But truth be known, Davila didn’t get the win all by himself. The Red Raiders played solid defense and got hits when they needed

them In all South Point pumped out 6 hits. Camden Hale led all Red Raider batters with two hits and an RBI. Logan Edgerton, Tanner Muse, Dalton Conner and Mason Secrest also added to the Red Raider hit tally.

After beating North Gaston South Point took on the Stuart Cramer Storm. The Red Raiders were able to handle the Storm 11-3.

Tyler Hall and Logan Edgerton shared pitching duties for South Point. In his time on the mound Edgerton surrender no hits.

The Red Raider offensive and defensive effort was solid across the board. Against the Storm, South Point batters generated 10 hits.

The defense only committed 2 errors and limited Cramer to a 4 hit effort.

Grant Tilley and Logan Edgerton both had two hits apiece for South Point. Tilley furthered the Red Raider cause slamming in a game high 3 RBI’s. Camden Hale also belted in a pair of RBI’s of his own. Also getting hits for South Point were Mason Secrest, Tanner Muse, Tim Davilla, and Jon Ledford.

Catawba Catfish Club Tournament is April 11th on Lake Wateree, SC The Catawba Catfish Club will be having its 8th Tournament of 2014-2015 season on Saturday April 11, 2015 at Lake Wateree, S.C. in Winnsboro, S.C. This tournament will be out of the Lake Wateree State Park in Winnsboro, S.C. Sign In will be from 4:30am – 6:15am. Tournament hours will be from 6:30am - 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 and join.

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.

Please 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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Mt. Island Charter School recently recognized its student-athletes who are high achievers in both the classroom and on the athletic field/court/course. Student-athletes who qualify for the A/B honor roll are also given the scholar-athlete award for academic achievement. The students were awarded a dog tag that is specific to their sport, this has been the custom for the past 4 years. The ice cream social was to recognize the Fall and Winter sport athletes. MICS also handed out awards to those HS student-athletes that participated on a Varsity level team and met the NCHSAA standards (3.5 weighted GPA for Semester 1 for an individual award, and the team award of 3.1 unweighted GPA that used all team members grades for Semester 1). The NCHSAA program is sponsored by the National Guard and also includes essay contests and other opportunities for studentathletes.

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Banner-News Sports

East Gaston shuts down Cramer 14-0

By John Wilson john.bannernews@gmail.com

The East Gaston Warriors continue to perform well against Big South opponents. In conference action last week East Gaston had a good outing when they took on Stuart Cramer.

East Gaston put together a mix of great pitching, mistake free defense and strong batting. The combo proved to be more than Cramer could handle. In a five inning game the Warriors notched a 14-0 victory over the Storm.

One Warrior in particular had a career type day. Junior pitcher Nash Jamison did a little bit of everything to help the East Gaston blowout.

Jamision had an excellent day on the mound. The junior pitcher made life tough for the Storm batters. In five innings of play Jamison pitched a shut out. On his way to the win he also recorded 9 strike outs. Jamison had the mojo that day.

Storm batters just couldn’t get past what Jamison served up.

Jamison did more than just pitch a good game. He also proved to be a very proficient batter as well. While in the batters box Jamison registered a home run and 3 RBI’s off of 4 hits.

Jamison wasn’t the only Warrior to have a good day swinging the stick. East Gaston batters hit the ball hard, and with authority. By games end eight players had pumped out 16 hits.

Tyler Price and Alex King both had three hits a piece.

Christian Huggins and Matthew Marks both had a pair of hits.

Josh Benfield and Tyler Hannifin also had hits.

RBI’s were belted in by Jamison, Price, King, Huggins, Marks, and Hannifin.

Defensively the Warriors got the job done. East Gaston played an error free game. The Warrior defense totally stifled the Cramer offense. Cramer was just not able to generate anything type of real push. The Storm only got two hits all night.

East Gaston player Matthem Fletcher leads off first base as Stuart Cramer’s Scott Moore looks for the ball. The game saw East Gaston come out on top 14-0.

Stuart Cramer Storm player Allen Bunton made a spectacular catch in last week’s game against East Gaston.

(Above) Alec Cogdill of the Stuart Cramer Storm put some chop in his bat with this grounder in last week’s game against East Gaston.

(Left) East Gaston’s Nash Jamison pitched nine strikeouts in last week’s game against Stuart Cramer. The Warriorrs won 14-0.

Photos by Bill Ward

Volunteers needed in Mount Holly April 18th

Rhumba and foxtrot classes offered

Volunteers are needed to help freshen up planters in downtown Mount Holly. Saturday April 18th, 9AM Planter Clean Out: Meet at the Historical Society (Old City Hall) – Prepping the planters and educational garden for planting: 10AM Planting: Meet at the Historical Society (Old City Hall) – Planting all planters and the educational garden; Saturday April 25th, 9AM Planter Scrub Down: Meet at the Historical Society (Old City Hall) – Cleaning off the planters and around them.

Belmont Parks and Recreation will be having dance classes on Tuesdays until April 28. The classes will be led by professional dancers Smuthe Muves and held at the J. Paul Ford Rec Ctr., 37 E. Woodrow Ave., Belmont. rhumba classes at 7pm., foxtrot at 8pm.Classes are $40 per person per class no partner needed. For more information call 704-712-8682.

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Thursday, April 9, 2015

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Jashawn Camp recognized for service Belmont Middle School eighth grader Jashawn Camp is a student leader making a difference in his community, and now he has a superstar on his team. Camp was surprised recently by a visit from Charlotte Hornets player Cody Zeller. Camp is the first winner of “Campbell & Cody,” a recognition program sponsored by Campbell & Associates where Zeller surprises young leaders in the community and speaks with them about achieving their goals. Camp was selected because of his leadership as a captain on his AAU basketball team and for his church volunteer work to help provide food for people who are homeless. Camp will be treated to a VIP experience at a Charlotte Hornets game and learn about the sports and entertainment industry through an internship experience with the Hornets.

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Taylor Eubanks wins Chromebook during “Literacy Explosion!”

Belmont Central Elementary second grade student Taylor Eubanks won the Chromebook computer given away during the Gaston County Schools “Literacy Explosion!” family celebration. Pictured with Taylor are her mother Melanie Eubanks, her teacher Jane Howard, Superintendent of Schools W. Jeffrey Booker, assistant superintendent Dixie Abernathy, Belmont Central principal Phyllis Whitworth, and Marilyn Dedmon, director of professional development. The Student Support Services Department hosted the “Literacy Explosion!” event on February 15 at Grier Middle School. The program featured a variety of fun reading-themed activities including a storytelling presentation by award-winning children’s book author Kelly Starling Lyons and the Chromebook giveaway.

The Mr. South Point High pageant recently raised $4,500 for Holy Angels. The Student Council and contestants would like to thank every one for their support. Congratulations to Reggie Dawkins, the new Mr. South Point. Contestants, from left; Brent Williamson, Reggie Dawkins, West Russell, Music Knight, Nathan Wilson, Sean Chaudry, Austin Strenkert, Michael Nguyen.

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Warlick Academy students enjoy “Breakfast of Champions” program “Where are you going to be in five years?” Students at Warlick Academy recently had the opportunity to discuss that question over a special breakfast of eggs, sausage, biscuits and gravy.

Every other week, Warlick students enjoy a “Breakfast of Champions” program thanks to a volunteer partnership between the school and the United Methodist Mission Network 10, a group of 14 churches around Gaston County.

It’s always a great meal, but there’s much more to it than food. The program also gives students time for good conversation with someone who cares.

“The long-term goal is to generate mentoring relationships,” said Rev. Laura Auten, pastor of Maylo United Methodist Church, who helped start the breakfast program.

For the last two years, volunteers from the Mission Network have come to Warlick twice a month for breakfast.

Each mentor has a table to share with a few students, and the program includes icebreaker questions, a motivational speaker and discussion time.

At a recent breakfast, the speaker was John Logan, the Navy JROTC instructor at South Point High School.

“There is a purpose for each one of you,” he told the students. “It doesn’t matter where you are today; what matters is, where are you going to be in five years? You have to work hard, make smart decisions and help other people along the way. If you can do this, I promise you, you can be successful.”

The message made a difference, said George Eubanks, one of the breakfast

mentors. He shared one student’s response with Logan: “He said if he had a choice, he would want to follow the path you set today.

That was powerful.”

The “Breakfast of Champions” program has been a good support for the students, said Warlick assistant principal Treva At a recent Warlick School Breakfast of Champions event, the Boone: “For a lot speaker was John Logan, the Navy JROTC instructor at South Gaston Schools photo of them, it’s just Point High School. learning how to talk to an adult; what it’s like to have support Warlick Academy long-term. someone care about them and want to Her congregation is just down the road from the school. talk to them.”

“It’s been one way for us to reach Principal Harrison Conyers agreed. beyond the walls of the church and be a “It makes a difference, having somepresence in the community,” she said. body that’s not a school employee who Mary Armstead, a breakfast mentor they can talk to,” said Conyers. “The students look forward to going to the break- and member of Christ United Methodist fast. The mentors build a relationship and Church, said her time with students every other Monday is well spent. want to see them be successful.”

“It’s making a difference in one perThere have been several success stories already, Auten said. Two former stu- son’s life. They know that somebody dents have graduated and then returned cares about me. To me, that’s the most important thing. That’s why I come.” to the breakfast as the featured speaker.

Get Involved Conyers said the Mission Network Does your civic organization, church also serves as a kind of community PTO for Warlick Academy. The group has or community group want to support a helped with fundraisers and organized school? If you do, please call the Gaston County Schools Business Partnerships teacher appreciation events.

Auten said the network hopes to con- Office for information about how to get tinue the “Breakfast of Champions” and involved, (704) 866-6329.

Gaston Christian School honor roll announced Gaston Christian School has announced its Elementary School Third Marking Period Honor Roll for 20142015.

Fifth Grade All A Honor Roll Cadence Ackerson, Ella Berry, Giulia Chitu, Allie Guy, Izzy Hoover, Jael Jordan Chloe Pearson, Gillian Allen, Jayden Branch, Lacie Grubbs, Brandon Harris, Jack Hyland, Morgan Pressley, Emma Still, Ben Tugwell, Corrie Cloninger, Maylin Crisp, Sydney Foley, Dakota

Hawxwell, Adam Hoyle, Molly Jahn, Lily Grace McCollough, and Connor Nanney.

A-B Honor Roll Thomas Bunko, Cannon Gale, Maddie Huffman, Makayla Lang, Jason Lareau, Cheyenne Philbeck, Brianna Cope, Grace Marlowe, Braden Olson, Isaac Schmitke, Karrisa Smith, Jake Sosebee, Carter Wilson, Lance Cameron, Aaron Duncan, Morgan Elmore, Kenna Matheney, Lanie Pettit, Natalie Sparks, Charlotte Witt, and Landry Wysong.

Fourth Grade All A Honor Roll Dawson Berry, Cole Dickerson, Connor Joyce, Maddy McKinley, Evan Reid, Jackson Roberts, Christa Berry, Grant Carter, Chase Hawkins, Harper Lawing, Preston Shuford, Peyton Campbell, Myles Gordon and Georgia-Scott Toal.

A-B Honor Roll Eli Bailey, Lydia Eastburn, Emma Ghorley, Trinity Hall, Anna Vella Ramsey, Christopher Reynolds, Chase Stewart, Nick Welfare, Zach Cochran, Wyatt Davis, Abbey Ford, Kaden

McKoy, Devin Medeiros, Sara Plyler, Julia Ramsey, Olivia Reed, Lizzie Rondinelli, Justin White, Brianna Edwards, Camryn Faggart, Jacob Hogan, Makenzie Karr and Nathan Melton.

Third Grade All A Honor Roll Lexi Bantz, Gideon Huitt, Jenna Nicholson, Mary Scott Robinson, Amy Grace Thomas, Nolan Wysong, Kailey Cooke, Nicolas Harris, Heston Heglar, Joy Jordan, Delaney Kaylor, Charlie McAllister, Emily Morton, Stephen Stroupe, Miko Therrien, Caroline Allen,

Wilson Forbes, Nathan Hobby, Katelyn Kuhn, Patrick Nanney, Addyson Painter, Priya Patel, and Scotty Toal.

A–B Honor Roll Emma Bowen, Isabella Ferone, Mason Harris, Ciara Nanney, Sheldon Pressley, Katie Walker, Joshua Williams, Austin Wirth, Spencer Witt, Delson Hillier, Abby Lewis, Tori Richardson, Michala Sumpter, Allison Elhardt, Carson Hill, Alyssa McCulloh, Ryanne Owens, Lilli Reid-Lafionatis, and Jack Tenold.

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Belmont Community Garden hosts open house

The Belmont Community Garden was also the scene of a ladybug release on Tuesday. The girls in this picture are the Pressley girls, Morgan, Sheldon, and Cameron. The boy is John Bailey.

The Belmont Community Garden held its open house recently and a large crowd came to plant and eat hot dogs. Folks in the photo include Cindee Joy, Hope Parks, Jennifer Taylor, Martha G. Taylor, Martha H. Taylor, Rod Smallwood, Danielle Hibbard, Andy Mercer, Valerie Pressley, Roger Edwards, Candace Edwards, Tyler Jones, Kevin Cline.

Grilled corn was on the menu at the Belmont Community Garden open house. From left; Tyler Jones, Jonathan Taylor, Roger Edwards, Finley Jones, and Joshua.

Photos courtesy Jonathan Taylor

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The band is “Silver Hawk”” from Maiden, NC. The band plays from 7:00pm until 10:00pm. Admission charge is $10.00 which includes dinner. The general public is invited.

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ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS If you want to drink that is your business, if you want to stop, we can help. For help or meeting info. Call 704-865-1561 (24 hrs.).

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New tires and New Battery. Call 980-277-8186 for more information. (4/08) 2004 BUICK LESABRE CUSTOM, silver inside & out. Absolutely loaded. Heated leather seats. Good tires, remote entry, 98,500 miles, $4000 obo. Call 704-471-9909.

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FSBO: 2000 LINCOLN TOWN CAR, Executive. 92K miles, good cond. Owner wants smaller car. $3,700. 704-466-3097.

1977 CHEVY TRUCK, 4x4 long bed, new paint, tires, cold ac, auto, $4500 obo. 704-480-8525 after 5pm.

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Bred for family companionship & protection. Both parents on site.

Call 704-300-0207.

PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS WITH SCRATCH PADS! Press Room Printing. 704-538-5788, 704-482-2243.

TWO GREAT WHITE PYRENEES puppies, females, $350 each. 8 weeks old. 704-4574124.

COZY 2BR 1BA APARTMENT, located in friendly neighborhood in Cherryville, NC. $400 month.

704-435-3311.

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

HORSE FOR SALE. BLACK & WHITE registered gaited mare.

Trails really good, loads, stands for Farrier. Really good horse.

Call or text 704-689-4790.

ONE BEDROOM APARTMENT, great for one person, Boiling Springs area. 704-434-9093.

HORSE QUALITY HAY FOR SALE, square bale, 704-4876855.

RENT TO OWN 2BR 2BA MOBILE HOME with central heat/ AC! Own in 4.5 years. Near Moss Lake, pets ok. Call 980939-6633 x4.

2 SHAMPOO CHAIRS, 2 dryers with chair, 2 hydraulic styling chairs. (All in good cond.) $250 for all. 704-300-6489.

LIVESTOCK FOR SALE Pure Breed, Angus Bulls and Heifers.

Jacob Fork Ranch. Call 704-5381199 or 704-600-7847.

2&3BR MOBILE HOMES. Electric heat & air, private lot, great location. NO PETS, $90-$120 week, references & deposit, near Cleveland Mall. 704-477-6355.

FOR RENT: 1BR APARTMENT on South Post Rd. Includes appliances, $400 per mo., $400 deposit. Call, 704-487-8282 or 704-692-0091.

FREE HEAT! LARGE 1BR APARTMENT, Shelby. Excellent location. H/W floors, washer/dryer hook-ups. NO HAP or PETS. Heat & water included, $425. 704-487-5480.

HOUSE FOR RENT in quiet neighborhood. 2BR, 1BA. No pets. Western Cleveland Co. $600 mo, $600 dep. 704-4347139.

For Sale 400 NEW RED BRICKS. $50.

704-735-6589.

TWO LAWNMOWERS FOR SALE: Yard Machine, Lawn Tractor, 18.5 hp, 46” cut, $350.

Yard machine garden tractor, 18.5 hp, 46” cut, $400. Good condition, 704-618-9407, 704434-7210, leave message if no answer.

JUGS TWO WHEEL BASEBALL Pitching Machine. Contact 704-473-2003 for more information.

MULCH: CLEVELAND COUNTY’S BEST PRICE on IPEMA Certified Playground Surfacing.

Pick-up or delivered. Playground Equipment Sales and Installations. 704-487-7774.

POOL CLOSED. FOR SALE: slide, dive, corner steps, pump & filter, ladder & vac. hose. Call for information. Will sell separate or together. 704-739-3950.

RETIRED TOOL & DYE MAKER selling tools, $2000 obo.

VCR tapes, 25¢ each. 4 pairs, 12D, like new, tennis shoes, $15 each. 704-739-7726.

2 FRONT GRAVE PLOTS on drive near large mausoleum at Cleveland Memorial Park for sale. $900 ea. 704-487-7450.

TWO MURRAY RIDING LAWN MOWERS - 12 1/2 HP, 5 Speed Select, 40” cut and another 8 HP only $125 each or both for $225.

Call 704-466-2671 anytime

MOVE IN SPECIAL. 2 & 3BR at 3 Locations. Low Weekly rates.

Free Power & Water. Visit us online @ Oakwood Rentals Shelby AND or call 704-473-4299.

REFRIGERATED ROAD TRAILER with two auxiliary cooling units. Good condition.

Pictures on Charlotte Craigslist Business Listing. Delivery available. $5500. 704-482-9408, leave message.

MOVE IN TODAY. VALUE PLACE, $189 weekly. Fully furnished studio w/kitchen. Simple comfort costs less. 1010 Sue Lane, Shelby. 704-487-1001.

FOUR PIECE PORCH SET, frame made from PVC pipe. 2 swivel chairs, lounge chair & couch. Must see! Very beautiful set, $225. 704-435-9779.

MOBILE HOMES APARTMENTS FOR RENT IN KINGS MOUNTAIN-Prices starting at $100/week. Call 704-739-4417 or (evening) 704-739-1425. (tfn)

REFRIGERATORS, STOVES, washers, dryers & odd furniture.

Call 704-481-0954. After 5pm, call 704-482-0540.

ROSE HILL CEMETERY, FALLSTON. Two grave sites for sale.

704-297-5436.

GOLF CLUBS. Good for beginner, $75. Electric cart. Good for handicap person, $500. 704600-5608.

LIKE NEW HEAVY DUTY Wood Pallets. $8 ea. Pair (2) good used tires. Size 225x50x18. $30 for pair. 704-739-1421.

POULAN LAWN TRACTOR, 46”, 18.5hp, bagger, one owner, hydrostatic trans., used very little, $700. Toro 22” propelled push mower, great shape, $125.

Craftsman 14” chain saw, new in case, $125. 704-487-0550, 704678-3954.

STAINLESS STEEL, SIDE BY SIDE refrigerator, $500. Computer desk with shelves, $25.

Washer & dryer, $75. 704-4069237.

CUB CADET, 0 TURN, 50” cut, 22hp, 348 hours, $1200. 704470-5837.

UTILITY TRAILER, ALL METAL, single axle, good tires, tail lights, & overload springs, like new, $700. 3 point hitch fertilizer distributor, good condition, $400.

42” ventilation fan, no motor, $25. Tomato vine cages, 5’ tall, $5 each. Glass ware. 704-4822912.

27’ ROUND TREVI SWIMMING POOL. 52” deep. Brand new liner. Salt water filter & steps included. $2000. You pick up. 704466-7833.

2 HORSE TRAILER, GOOSE NECK with insulated dressing room, cabinet & mattress, $1800.

864-680-1228.

TWO REGISTERED MINIATURE HORSES for sale. Males, 7 months old & 11 months old, $150 each. 704-435-3119, 704488-5198.

SHIH-TZU & PEKINGESE PUPPIES males, shots and wormed, CKC. Call 864-490-4979. Leave text.

13 YR. OLD PASO FINO gelding, free to good home. Call for more info after 3pm. 704-4770697.

FREE DOG TO GOOD HOME, black Husky mix, neutered & up to date on shots. Comes with house dog bowls & leash need gone adap. Great with kids & loves to play. 704-718-4183.

EASTER BUNNIES, Pedigree Mini Rex babies, Black Otter buck, Choc Otter buck, Chocolate does with blue eyes and blk doe $25 ea. D’Argent Brun, rare breed, one doe $75. 3 buck bunnies, $50. 704-308-1056, 704308-8129.

Personals ROOM MATE WANTED – Great Apartment, Belmont area. Two baths, Living room, kitchen, dining room and yard. $263.00-monthly + $200.00 deposit. Move in April 15th. Call: 407-580-7700. (4/08)

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MOVING, MUST SELL: Pie safe $45, Milk chest $50, Oval metal Picnic table & 4 chairs $75. Call Bob, 828-447-5514.

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 704-5679836 or www.bryantrealty.org.

(4/01,08,15, 22 & 29)

Mobile Homes

LOT IN SHALOTTE, NC at Holden Beach. 980-241-5585 after 6pm.

2BR, 1BA MOBILE HOME for sale, $1000. Must move! 828429-6691.

DOZEN MOBILE HOMES FOR SALE, Set up & delivery, $6000 or less. 828-755-5257 or view 416 Piney Mtn. Church, Ellenboro.

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CREDIT NO PROBLEM, owner will fin with low DP. Hwy 18 S. area, great lots for SW, DW or Mod homes, water & septic, priced to sell. Call Bryant Realty 704-567-9836 www.bryantrealty. org

2007 BUELL XB 12S SUPER TT, bought new in 2009, always garage kept, only 1517 miles, everything original & showroom condition. MUST SEE, $5900.

864-838-0601.

CREDIT NO PROBLEM, owner will fin with low DP near Ellenboro, beautiful lots for SW, DW or Mod homes, water & septic.

Call Bryant Realty 704-567-9836 www.bryantrealty.org

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During the week of March 6-13 a group of seven Gaston Christian School students and parents joined 17 other students and adults on a backpacking mission trip to the Lenca people of Honduras. This mission trip was in partnership with Louder Than Words Ministries (LTW). For the past 9 years, this ministry has been working among the Lenca people, the largest indigenous people group in Honduras who are largely unengaged with the gospel. The purpose was to encourage small house churches and open doors for new churches to be planted.

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Week of the young child

By Amy Wadsworth Public Information Coordinator Partnership for Children of Lincoln & Gaston Counties publicinfo@pfclg.com

It’s almost time for the Week of the Young Child (April 12-18).

The Week of the Young Child, is sponsored by the National Association for the Amy Wadsworth Education of Young Children. The purpose is to focus attention on the needs of young children and their families.

This year’s theme is Celebrating Our Youngest Learners! It will be a fun filled week.

Monday, April 13 is Music Monday! For Music Monday you can sing along to the song, Thingamajig, Lucky Diaz and The Family Jam Band. Through music children can develop language, math and literacy skills. Record your own version and share it on NAEYC’s Facebook page.

Tuesday, April 14 is Taco Tuesday! Today you can create your own healthy tacos and share the recipes and photos on NAEYC’s Facebook page. Cooking together connects with math and literacy skills.

Wednesday, April 15 is Work Together Wednesday. Build something today! When children build together they explore math and science concepts and develop social and early literacy skills.

Thursday, April 16 is Artsy Thursday. Engage in creative art by using any material-crayons to paint, clay to crafts! With art children can make choices, use their imaginations and create with their hands.

Friday, April 17 is Family Friday. Share pictures and stories about your family on NAEYC’s Facebook page.

This week is a time to recognize that children’s opportunities are our responsibilities and their early years shape their learning.

The Week of the Young Child was established in 1971.

Save the Date: Run for the Money Saturday, April 18- 8 a.m.-Noon, downtown Gastonia A fun filled event which includes a 5k competitive race, a 2k fun walk, family friendly games and informational booths from a variety of nonprofits.

Come visit the Partnership for children of Lincoln and Gaston Counties booth on the day of the Run! 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 704922-0900 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: www.pfclg.com. http:// www.facebook.com/pfclg, Flickr, www.flickr.com/pfclg, Twitter: Ready4School.

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