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The weather was made to order for Sunday's Belmont Criterium bicycle race and a large crowd turned out to see a couple hundred amateur and pro bicyclists burn up the downtown pavement. The atmosphere was festive. Riders in kaleidoscopic tights and aerodynamic helmets mounted their high tech bikes and pedaled furiously down Main, Woodrow, Davis, Glendale and Kenwood streets reaching speeds of 30mph. Spectators stood several rows deep along the 2/3 mile course and yelled their tonsils out for their favorite riders. Snacks and beverages were consumed in large quantities. The day began at 12 pm with a series of amateur cycling races on the closed downtown course. The professional criterium races started at 5 pm on streets north of the railroad tracks. The women's professional race kicked off at 5 pm and the men's professional race cranked up at 6 pm. By dusk, everyone was tired, but thrilled that the day had been a smashing success. Overall, it was a full-blown “happening”. CaroMont Health was the event sponsor. Final results for the races can be found at www.usacycling. org. See more Criterium bike race pictures on page 15
Sgt. Bunyan Price Jr. while serving during the Vietnam War. By Alan Hodge alan.bannernews@gmail.com
Belmont welcomed a fallen hero home last Saturday when Vietnam War MIA Bunyan Price Jr. was laid to rest with full military honors in Greenwood Cemetery. Price had lost his life in May 1970 at the age of 20 when the helicopter he was riding in was shot down near the Cambodia border. His remains were discovered last year, identified, and turned over to U.S. officials. He would have been 65 years old this year. Price's casket was met by family members and transferred from a Delta Airlines jet last Thursday and taken to Greene's Funeral Home in Gastonia. The hearse was escorted by over 200 Patriot Guard motorcyclists and numerous law enforcement vehicles as it made its way down US 29/74. Folks stood on the side of the road and watched. Veteran and American Legion member Larry Norwood was in the median near Belmont as the bikes and vehicles passed. “That is something to see,” Norwood said. Visitation for Price was held Friday at First Assembly of God in Gastonia
Members of the 20th Brigade, Funeral Honor Team from Fort Bragg remove Sgt. Bunyan Price’s remains for burial in Belmont’s Greenwood Cemetery last Saturday. Price was brought home from where he was killed in action in Cambodia 45 years ago. Photo by Alan Hodge and a large crowd showed up to pay him well-deserved respects and offer condolences to his family. The funeral took place Saturday at 1pm and Price's casket placed in a hearse for the trip to Belmont. Once in the downtown area, it was transferred to a horse-drawn 19th century hearse and pulled down Main St. to Greenwood Cemetery for burial. Along the route, people stopped and took in the solemnity of the sight. Rachel and Jason Skipper brought their 10-year-old son Kohen to see the procession. “It's good to bring him back,” Kohen said. “We should honor him for his service.” Barry Smith with American Legion Post 144 joined his comrades at the burial. “It's a sad, yet joyous time now that he has returned,” Smith said. Jack Markam from Durham and Harry Kocopi from Landrum, S.C. were in the same Vietnam War U.S. Army unit as Price- the 2/34Armor. “He was one of the last MIAs of our unit to be found,” Markham said. “It's wonderful his hometown is hon-
oring him,” said Kocopi. The procession also included over 100 members of the Patriot Guard and Rolling Thunder motorcyclists, members of area American Legion posts such as 144, 100, and 180, the Gaston County Honor Guard, and numerous dignitaries including mayor Charlie Martin, Sen. Kathy Harrington, and council members. The cemetery was filled with onlookers and people lined the ground surrounding Bunyan's gravesite which is next to his parents. Price's siblings and other relatives joined the mourners. They had waited 45 years to learn of his fate in a war halfway around the globe. “It's sad, but I'm glad to have him home at last. I want to thank each and every person that showed up for honoring my brother. He died a hero,” said Bunyan's brother Dennis Price The full military funeral also included a 21-gun salute, bagpipe music, and Taps. It was a solemn and very moving occasion. See more pictures of local hero page 4
These bike racers were part of the action at the 3rd annual Belmont Criterium event last Sunday. The races drew a large crowd of onlookers and riders. Photo by Alan Hodge
New senior apartments planned for Belmont By Alan Hodge alan.bannernews@gmail.com
A new apartment complex for senior citizens in Belmont took a step forward last week when the city council Oked a conditional use permit for its construction. Work on the complex should begin later this year. The apartments, known as Amberwood Pointe, will be located at 6525 Wilkinson Blvd. beside Bi-Lo, Advance Auto, and Mercy Place apartments. The application for the Conditional Use Permit that the council approved was submitted by the Sisters of Our Lady of Mercy. The CUP will allow See more SENIOR APARTMENTS page 2
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SENIOR APARTMENTS 75,000 sq.ft. project to be built in an area where current Highway Commercial zoning tops out at 50,000 sq. ft. The lot where the project will go up is 2.36 acres in size. Plans are for the four-story complex to contain 60 units with a total of 81 bedrooms. Several stipulations were attached to the CUP which will be valid for senior apartments only. At least 70 percent of the building facade will be brick. Vinyl material can only be used for soffitt fascia, and trim. There will be sixty parking spaces. Another issue that was associated with the CUP involved sidewalks. City staff at first recommended a five foot wide sidewalk in front of the property and wrapped around northward so that residents from Mercy Place as well as Amberwood could make their way to Bi-Lo shopping center. However, the council discussed this idea rather extensively during last Monday's quasi-judicial meeting and decided to have a 10-foot sidewalk out front. In another real estate related bit of busi-
FROM page 1 ness last Monday, the council also approved a CUP request by builder Andrew Lineberger to subdivide a 0.97-acre lot at 711 McKnight St. into three smaller units for single-family residential development. One lot would be 67-feet wide and two would be 73-feet wide. In other business, the council approved an ordinance prohibiting the use of tobacco products in Belmont parks. The request was first presented by parks and recreation staff to the Citizens' Advisory Board back in November. The ordinance reads- “The consumption of tobacco products on any property owned or controlled by the City for park and recreational purposes, whether the tobacco is for smoking or other use, at any time, is hereby declared to be a violation of the provisions of this chapter, and such conduct is prohibited. Penalty for violating this section is $50.00, and no court costs will be assessed.” Other nearby towns with ordinances prohibiting tobacco use in parks include: Cramerton, Lowell, and Mount Holly.
This architectural image shows what the proposed senior citizen apartments on Wilkinson Blvd. next to Bi-Lo will look like upon completion. Photo by Alan Hodge
Medicare workshop at Citizens Resource Center Will you soon be eligible for Medicare or have you recently enrolled in Medicare? Do you have questions about Medicare and the options and plans available to you? The Gaston County Seniors’ Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP) and NC Cooperative Extension are holding a workshop to provide an introduction to Medicare and hopefully answer questions you may have about the various plans and programs. Workshop attendees will learn about the features of Medicare health plan options, information they should consider when deciding which plan is best for their particular situation, ways to guard against Medicare fraud and abuse and services provided by SHIIP. SHIIP is part of the NC Department of Insurance and provides free and unbiased information regarding Medicare and its programs. We do not sell insurance or any other products. There is no charge to attend the workshop. Anyone who will soon be eligible for Medicare, is already receiving Medicare benefits or is caring for a Medicare beneficiary is welcome to attend. The workshop will be held on Thursday, April 23, 2015 from 1 – 3 PM at the Citizens Resource Center, 1303 Dallas-Cherryville Hwy., Dallas, NC 28034. Please call (704) 922-2110 if you have any questions about the workshop.
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Gas line rupture in Belmont causes traffic jam By Alan Hodge alan.bannernews@gmail.com
A natural gas line rupture in East Belmont last week caused traffic jams and the precautionary evacuation of several businesses. Tuesday morning, workers accidentally broke a 4-inch gas line near the intersection of Park St. and Hawley Ave. Park St. was closed by Belmont police and traffic rerouted down E. Woodrow to N. Main St. The resulting flood of vehicles caused traffic to be backed up for several blocks as drivers tried to get
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Belmont mayor Charlie Martin and Officer Stroupe were on the scene of last week's natural gas line leak. The offices in the background were evacuated while crews repaired the rupture. Photo by Alan Hodge
Traffic on N. Main in downtown Belmont was backed up all the way to Wilkinson Blvd. last Tuesday because of a gas line leak on Park St. near Hawley Ave. Photo by Alan Hodge
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Truliant $100,000 MyWhy Contest CommunityOne Mount Holly hosts Chamber To Fulfill Four Individuals’ Dreams Truliant Federal Credit Union initiated a contest last week that will award four $25,000 prizes to four individuals who submit a video or photo with an explanation of how and “why” $25,000 would help them improve their life. Truliant is launching its MyWhysm campaign to learn all the remarkable reasons that make people want to improve their lives. The contest is open to all individuals that are eligible for Truliant membership who live in the communities they serve, not just members of the credit union. “Our MyWhy campaign springs from our mission statement. Simply stated, Truliant exists to improve lives by providing personalized guidance, which prioritizes members’ well-being over profits,” said Karen DeSalvo, Chief Marketing Officer at Truliant. “This initiative celebrates all the reasons that make us want to improve our own lives and the lives of our families. Whether you need more space for your growing family, an SUV to haul your children or funds for your college education – we look forward to hearing how we can help you achieve your goals. Your “why” is our “why.” Entrants in the contest can upload, or record, a short 15-second video of their “why,” and how Truliant can help them get there at www.truliantmywhy.com or by downloading the free Truliant #MyWhy mobile App for Apple or Android smart phones. They can also submit entries via #MyWhy @Truliant on Twitter and Instagram. Photo entries accompanied by a brief explanation will also be accepted from these social media channels. The credit union will also participate in eight upcoming community events in Charlotte and the Piedmont Triad where entries can be recorded using Truliant’s #MyWhy video booths. A complete listing of events can be found at www.truliant.org. Entries will be accepted until midnight on May 23, 2015. After submitting their “why,” participants can earn votes by sharing entries on social media networks and encouraging friends and family to vote. Anyone can vote by: Sharing or Liking a video through Facebook; voting on the TruliantMyWhy.com website; making a Tweet a Favorite or Retweeting the video or photo on Twitter; or giving it a Heart on Instagram. The money will be awarded in three regions: two winners from Charlotte and surrounding areas, one from the Piedmont Triad, and a fourth from one of the other communities that Truliant serves. Twenty-five entries with the highest number of votes in each region will be reviewed by Truliant’s MyWhy Panel who will make the final selection. Truliant will award $25,000 to four winners to help make their “whys” come true. For full details, visit www.truliant.org. Winners will be selected in early June. The MyWhy campaign supports a Truliant expansion that began with the opening of new locations in Burlington and Winston-Salem last year. Earlier this week, Truliant announced plans to open ten new Member Financial Center in the Charlotte-Mecklenburg region, where the expansion will create more than 120 jobs and an $11 million dollar initial investment. Truliant Federal Credit Union is a mission-driven, community-based, not-for-profit financial institution that promises to always have its member-owners’ best interest at heart by improving their lives through providing financial guidance and affordable financial services. Truliant was chartered in 1952 and now serves more than 190,000 members from 27 Member Financial Centers in North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia. For more information on Truliant Federal Credit Union, visit www.truliant.org.
Geanina Neal of CommunityOne Bank in Mount Holly succeeded in her goal to "Put A Little Spring In The Step" of Montcross Area Chamber members and friends and other bank customers by hosting a morning networking event on March 26, 2015. A large crowd turned out to enjoy breakfast refreshments and make business contacts at CommunityOne Bank’s 701 S. Main Street office in Mount Holly. This was the first of three "Morning Spark" networking events on the Chamber calendar this year in addition to the more traditional 5:30 - 7 p.m. "Network After Work." receptions. In the photo are members of the CommunityOne - Mount Holly team with Chamber and other local leaders. From the left, are Stanley Town Manager Heath Jenkins, Chamber Board Chair Melia Lyerly of Lyerly Agency, Belmont Mayor Charlie Martin, CommunityOne representatives Joann Biggerstaff, Susan Poteat, Tina Hambrick, Branch Manager Geanina Neal and CaroMont Health CEO Doug Luckett. For more information, call 704.827.5140. (Montcross Area Chamber photo.)
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Gaston Together’s awards event a success The 2015 Community Leadership Awards event was an evening to celebrate outstanding Community Leadership that we enjoy today as well as leaders of the future. Gaston Together, in its eighteenth year of service to Gaston County, honored the Gaston County Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) as the winner of the 2015 Community Leadership Award. Maureen O’Boyle, WBTV News, was the event emcee. Over two Mr. Charlie Pearson, Community Leadership Awards Chairman, presenting the “Circle of Car- hundred guests were in ating” Award to DHHS Director, Chirs Dobbins and Dr. Ann Hoscheit, DHHS Board Chair. tendance to be a part of the
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will provide lasting community improvement. The Gaston County Education Foundation once again graciously sponsored the “Proudest Kid in Gaston County” Essay Contest. Education Foundation Director, Jennie Stultz, presented the check for next year’s contest during the event saying, “The Education Foundation has seen this funding as an investment in our children, the future of our county.” The 2015 winner of the essay contest for third graders was also announced at the event. Cameron Browning, Cramerton Christain, was this year’s County-wide winner and was presented with his award by Tony Powell, Chairman of the Essay Selection Committee. Honorable mentions were Gabriela Salazar, Catawba Heights Elementary and Ainsley VanderMeer, New Hope Elementary. Individual school winners were presented with a Lantern of Knowledge medal for their essays. Founded in 1997, Gaston Together’s mission is to people and resources of Gaston County together to address Big Community Challenges This work is conducted through the principles and best practices of collaboration, facilitation, promotion and the anticipation of possibilities. Jason Shoemaker is serving as the 2015 Board Chair.
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Banner-News Obituaries Donna Lynn Garrett Belmont- Donna Lynn Garrett, age 32, passed away on Sunday, April 5, 2015. A native of Gaston County, she was the daughter of Charles Douglas Garrett of Charlotte and Wanda Robinson Garrett of Belmont. Donna was a loving mother and devoted child caregiver to many children. In addition to her parents, she will be greatly missed by her children, Bradley, Allison and Ciara; fiancé, Michael Shytle of Belmont and his daughter Aliyah Shytle of Charlotte; brother, David Wellman and his wife Georgia of Bristol, VA as well as numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. The family received friends from 4 until 5:45 PM, Wednesday April 8 at McLean Funeral Directors, Belmont. A service celebrating Donna’s life began at 6:00 PM in the Bumgardner Chapel. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Levine Children’s Hospital, Specialty Center, 2550 Court Drive, Gastonia, NC 280542152. McLean Funeral Directors of Belmont served the Garrett family. Share condolences by visiting www.
mcleanfuneral.com and signing the guestbook. Ruth Reed Mount Holly- Ruth Reed, of Mount Holly, departed this Earth to enter her Heavenly home on April 7, 2015. She was preceded in death by her parents RA Chandler and Nancy Swindall Thompson Chandler, several brothers and sisters and her husband James R. Reed Jr. She is survived by a daughter, Cindy Reed. A service to celebrate the life of Mrs. Reed was held 3:00pm Friday April 10, 2015 at the First Baptist Church in Mount Holly with Reverend Dr. Kendell Cameron and Rev. Dr. Robert Winecoff officiating. Interment followed at Hillcrest Gardens Cemetery. The family received friends one hour prior to the service at the church. Condolence message may be sent to the family at www. woodlawnfuneral.org Woodlawn Funeral Home in Mount Holly, NC served the family.
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DSBG Honors Volunteers More than 7300 Hours Contributed in 2014 Charlotte’s Tom Medford put in as many hours as a volunteer at Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden last year as many part-time workers put in for pay. Medford and 140 other volunteers were honored at the Garden last week for the more than 7,300 hours they put in at the Garden in 2014. Medford, who typically works with members of the horticulture staff, volunteered more than 600 hours at the Garden last year. That’s nearly one-third the hours of a full-time position. “I know we say this a lot, but we really couldn’t do this without him,” said Joe Dorrian, the Garden’s Orchid Conservatory manager. Medford’s volunteer work at the Garden is heavily focused on the conservatory. He can be found there on many mornings when he is tasked with watering the entire 8,000 squarefoot-facility by hand. Special acknowledgement was also given to the following volunteers: 10 Years of ServiceDoug Grant, Rock Hill; 5 Years of ServiceBob & Debbie Bailey, Clover; John Caceci, Charlotte; Greg Chacharon, Lake Wylie; Linda Gomes, Clover; Joyce Hartsell, Belmont; Gail Ice, York; Ann Mozingo, Lake Wylie; Todd Smith, Charlotte; Dave Stoimenoff, Gastonia. 50+ Hours- Claudia Bach, Clover; Karen Gibson, Lake Wylie; June Hooks, Gastonia; Gail Ice, York; Dick Ifkovits, Lake Wylie; Jay Nelson, Lake Wylie. 200+ Hours- Barbara Foulk, Belmont; George Hooks, Gastonia; Andrew Sautter, Lake Wylie. 300+ Hours- George Anderson, Gastonia; Mike Pasiecznyk, Belmont. 500+ Hours- Greg Chacharon, Lake Wylie.
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Church Service Directory MT. HOLLY Bethel Baptist Church NC Highway 273 704-827-9846 Burge Memorial Methodist Church 312 W. Glendale Ave. 704-827-2726 Catawba Heights Church of God 122 Tomberlin Rd. 704-827-4225 Cbc-Memorial Apostolic 230 W. Charlotte Ave. 704-827-0968 Chapel Baptist Church 324 N. Lee St. 704-827-5526 Community Christian Fellowship 2560 Stanley Lucia Rd. 704-827-5881 Covenant United Methodist 110 Underwood Dr. 704-820-0603 Family Worship Center 1013 W. Charlotte Ave. 704-827-7656 First Baptist Church-Mt. Holly 300 S. Main St. 704-827-2481 First Free Will Baptist Church 841 Noles Dr. 704-827-7461 First Presbyterian Church 133 S. Main St. 704-827-0521 First United Methodist Church 140 N. Main St. 704-827-4855
Goshen Free Will Baptist Church 1300 W. Catawba Ave. 704-827-3076
Mt. Sinai Baptist Church 339 S. Hawthorne St. 704-827-4320
Grace Baptist Church 300 Westland Farm Rd. 704-827-8600
New Covenant United Methodist 14514 Lucian Riverbend Hwy. 704-827-4468
Harvest Time Church of God 707 Westland Farm Rd. 704-822-8033
New Providence Baptist Church 1104 Old NC 27 Hwy. 704-827-0822
Hickory Grove Baptist Church 3717 Hickory Grove Rd. 704-827-3939
North Main Baptist Church 1304 N. Main St. 704-827-6141
Jehovah’s Witnesses 1736 Kelly Rd. 704-263-0199
Restoration & Deliverance 804 W. Charlotte Ave. 704-820-0954
Lighthouse Full Gospel Church 530 N. Hawthorne St. 704-827-1442
Revival Tabernacle of Mt. Holly 826 W. Charlotte Ave. 704-827-2999
Living Witness Ministries 541 Costner St. 704-827-0004 Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd 110 S. Main St. 704-827-4751 Macedonia Baptist Church 1951 Stanley Lucia Rd. 704-827-9224
Shiloh Ame Zion Methodist 1117 Old NC Hwy 27 704-827-8826
Tuckaseegee Baptist Church 511 Tuckaseege Rd. 704-827-4301
Springfield Freewill Baptist 220 Park Terrace Dr. 704-820-0193
Way of the Cross Baptist Church 238 Lanier Ave. 704-827-8111
Ridgeview Baptist Church 105 Pine Rd. 704-827-3856
St. Anthony of Padua Traditional Catholic Church 108 Horseshoe Bend Beach Rd. 704-827-8676
Wesley Chapel Holiness Church 324 N. Lee St. 704-827-1993
Second Baptist Church 740 Rankin Ave. 704-827-5181
St. Paul FHB Church 1529 Old Hwy 27 Rd. 704-827-5851
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CaroMont Health Announces 2nd Annual CaroMont Community Challenge Put on your running shoes and mark your calendars for May 16 the second annual CaroMont Community Challenge, a 5K run/walk and 1-mile fun walk event and festival, will take place at Stuart W. Cramer High School in Cramerton. Join doctors, nurses, neighbors, family and friends for this exciting health and fitness event that is sure to inspire you to greater health The Community Challenge offers a 5K run starting at 8:30 a.m. followed by a 1-mile fun walk at 9 a.m. The family-friendly festival and entertainment will kick off at 7:30 a.m. and last until the end of the event. Regardless of your activity level or interest, there will be something for everyone to enjoy. Registration fees are $25 per person or $80 for a family rate (4 or more) for the 5K if you sign up by May 14 and a flat rate of $30 per person on event day. The one-mile fun walk is $3 per person or $5 for a family rate (up to 7 members). Strollers are welcome, but please leave pets at home. Race registration is available online at caromontcommunitychallenge.com or forms can be mailed to CaroMont Community Challenge, 1700 Camden Rd., Suite 101, Charlotte, NC 28203. Back by popular demand, the Let Me Run 5K will begin at 8 a.m. and is specifically designed for participants in the Let Me Run Boys program. Studies show that healthy behaviors are adopted at a young age. The boys' program combines exercise with fun activities and lessons to help young males learn teamwork, relationship skills and to be empowered to live an active lifestyle. From climbing the bleachers with a sack of flour strapped to your back to learning a new fitness routine, there are more than enough activities at this event to hold your attention. Some of the additional healthy activity options: hopscotch competition, circuit training, balancing exercise and medicine ball toss. Every activity you try earns you a ticket, which can be redeemed for a prize at the end of the festival. This year's stage line-up is sure to be a crowd pleaser. Fencing, karate, martial arts, clogging and police dogs are just some of the scheduled demonstrations. Want to be included in the excitement but not interested in competing? You still can. The event is expected to draw a large a crowd, so volunteers are welcomed for a number of positions registration, water stations and more. Learn more about volunteer opportunities online at caromontcommunitychallenge.com. Want to be a sponsor or exhibitor at the event? Designated sponsorship opportunities are available online or by contacting kmartin@eventwithtcg.com To learn more about the CaroMont Community Challenge, visit caromontcommunitychallenge.com or the event Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/events/780978158654629/.
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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Last year's House of Mercy Walk for AIDS was a big success and this year's 22nd annual event is shaping up to be the same. Marjorie Storch photo
House of Mercy's 22nd Annual Walk for AIDS set
On Saturday, April 18th hundreds of local citizens will gather for House of Mercy's 22nd Annual Walk for AIDS in Belmont, NC. The 3-mile walk through historic downtown Belmont will raise AIDS awareness and funds to benefit House of Mercy, a nonprofit residence providing a home and nursing care for low-income persons living with AIDS. The Sisters of Mercy founded this AIDS ministry 24 years ago to address the growing AIDS epidemic and need for compassion and care. Walk participants are invited to raise donations for this event to help care for residents at House of Mercy. The public is invited to join this event. Participants may register and turn in donations on the Sisters of Mercy campus at 9:30 am on April 18th. Music will be provided by DJ Buddy Love. House of Mercy President
Stan Patterson will welcome participants at 10 am along with House of Mercy Board Chair Maggie Baucom and Sister of Mercy Jill Katherine Weber. A picnic reception with music and dancing will follow the walk on the House of Mercy grounds. See http://www.thehouseofmercy.org/2015WalkforAIDS.asp for details. 2015 Walk for AIDS sponsors are Sisters of Mercy of the Americas (South Central Community), St. Gabriel Catholic Church, St. Matthew Catholic Church, Family/In Memory of Doug Newton, Gilead Science, CaroMont Health, ATCOM Business Telecom Solutions, RK T-Shirts, WSGE 91.7 fm radio, AbbVie, Cherry Bekaert LLP, St. Peter Catholic Church and Toby Outdooor. Visit www.thehouseofmercy.org for a photo tour, video and to donate online.
BHS part of the CF of Gaston County Run 2015 The Belmont Historical Society (BHS) has been involved with the Run for over six years and is asking that people consider donating to the organization during this year's event. The Run will be held on April 18th in Gastonia. To participate, fill out a donor form and mail with your check to the Community Foundation designating the Belmont Historical So-
ciety as the recipient. You donation will be given to the Society along with matching funds. It is an easy way to support local non profits that rely entirely on donations. Forms are available at the BHS, 40 Catawba Street, Belmont, NC 704-825-4848 or online at www.cfgaston. org. Your support will continue the Society's efforts to preserve Belmont history
. Visit the center and tour the 1899 Robert L. Stowe, Sr. home (main museum), a restored 1930's Textile Mill house, an 1899 Free Standing Kitchen, and lovely gardens named after the many textile mills that were once located in Belmont. Operating hours are Friday, Saturday, Sunday 1:00-5:00 pm. Admission is free.
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Dinner dance set for April 18
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A dinner-dance will be held on Saturday, April 18th. at 6:00pm at the Gaston County Resource Center, 1303 DallasCherryville Highway, Dallas. Admission is $10.00. Dinner will be served from 6:15pm until 7:00pm. The menu is: Meatloaf, cut green beans, potato salad, a roll, Grandma's cookies, soft drinks, tea, coffee, water. The price of the dinner is included in the admission price. The band will play from 7:00pm until 10:00pm. This month's band is "Silver Hawk", a local favorite from Maiden, NC. This event is sponsored by The Widowed Group of the Greater Gaston Area.
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A Grassroots Arts Program Grant Information Session will be held Tuesday, April 21, at 6 PM at St. Mark's Episcopal Church, 258 W Franklin Blvd, Gastonia in the Fellowship Hall right off the church's parking lot. As of April 22, 2015, Gaston Arts Council will be accepting applications for North Carolina Arts Council Grassroots Arts Program subgrants through June 30, 2015. Projects must occur between July 1, 2015 – June 30, 2016. Since 1977, the North Carolina Arts Council’s Grassroots Arts Program has provided North Carolina citizens access to quality arts experiences. Using a per capita based formula, the program provides funding for the arts in all 100 counties of the state through partnerships with local arts councils. Gaston Arts Council serves as the North Carolina Arts Council’s partner in awarding subgrants to local organizations for arts programs in Gaston County. Applications are available for non-profit organizations whose purpose is to promote and develop diverse cultural arts programming in Gaston
County. Funding priority is given to qualified arts organizations (theaters, galleries, choral societies, festivals), arts in education programs conducted by qualified artists, and other community organizations that provide arts programs in the county. Grassroots funds are not generally awarded to arts organizations that receive funding through the North Carolina Arts Council’s State Arts Resources. Application forms and grant guidelines will be available as of April 22, 2015, visit the Gaston Arts Council's website at www.gastonarts.org or send a request for an application to uac@gastonarts.org (with Grassroots Grant in the subject). Applications must be received no later than June 30, 2015. Grant applications are evaluated by a diverse panel of community members and voted on by the Gaston Arts Council Board of Directors. Awards are announced in September each year. For questions or more information, contact Kim George at (704) 853-2787 or email uac@gastonarts.org.
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Volunteers needed in Mount Holly 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 WHICH TWO ARE THE SAME (Old City Hall) – Cleaning off the planters and around them.
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New Growth Conference In this season of renewal, Goshen Presbyterian Church invites you to join us as we seek to renew our relationship with God. This is the purpose of our first annual New Growth Conference. This year we'll be exploring themes drawn from Dr. R. C. Sproul's book 5 Things Every Christian Needs to Grow in a series entitled "Meeting Jesus in Everyday Life". The theme each night is as follows: Monday: Meeting Jesus in Scripture Tuesday: Meeting Jesus in Prayer Wednesday: Meeting Jesus in Worship Thursday: Meeting Jesus in Service Friday: Meeting Jesus in Stewardship The Conference will be April 27-May 1 at 7pm. Those interested in buying a copy of Dr. Sproul's book may do so through Nook, Kindle, or at http://ligonier.org. Please note that Goshen recommends this book for its usefulness; we make no money off the sale of these books. For more information please visit goshenpca.com or email goshenpca.pastor@gmail.com.
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Many joined the work at the Mount Holly community garden
Jessie Connell, Bonnie Caldwell, and Melanie Black were on hand selling plants at last Saturday's dedication of the Mount Holly community garden. Photos by Alan Hodge
Abby Houser and her mom Laurie Houser got their Mount Holly community garden plot off to a good start with some cucumbers.
Ninety-six-year-old Erwin Conner was just one of many volunteers who helped create the new Mount Holly community garden.
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Rev. Jerrianne Pyles (in green on hill) from First United Methodist Church blessed the new Mount Holly community garden last Saturday morning.
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NC beer month and monks By Alan Hodge alan.bannernews@gmail.com April is North Carolina’s official Beer Month and Brother Tobiah Abbot at Belmont Abbey says he’ll raise a mug to that. In fact, that quaff might be one he brewed himself at the monastery. Br. Tobiah says the monastic tradition of brewing beer “in house” provided a practical solution to many issues, one of which was the need for nutrition during the Lenten season. “Beer was a way for monks to get vitamins and minerals when their food intake was lowered by fasting,” he said. As for his own interest in brewing, Br. Tobiah says it was sparked not long after he got out of the Coast Guard in 1987. “I was talking to my uncle about making beer and there was a shop that sold beer making supplies where he lived in Greenville,” he said. “We got a kit and made a batch.” At the Abbey, Br. Tobiah is continuing that practice with beer making ingredients he gets from Alternative Beverage in Belmont. “I make a five gallon batch a couple of times a year,” he said. “I cook it on the stove in our kitchen.” From time to time, Abbot Placid Solari pitches in. He’s been brewing beer for about 20 years. The Abbey beer connection has recently taken an interesting turn with well-known, Asheville-based Highland Brewery whipping up a Belgian-type ale and selling it with a Belmont Abbey logo on the bottles. Known as “Belmont Abbey Ale” the plan is to produce it in four seasonal batches then sell it in locations such as String Bean and Sammy’s Neighborhood Pub in Belmont. There could even be t-shirts, mugs, and coasters with the Abbey Ale logo offered for sale. “The idea for Abbey Ale came after a monk from Louisiana visited us,” Br. Tobiah said. “He told us that his monastery went to a local brewery and contracted with them to make beer and
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it was sold with their name in local stores.” A batch of Highland-made ale was brought to the Abbey alumni reunion and was met with enthusiastic response. “It went fast,” said Br. Tobiah. Taking the Abbey Ale idea even further, Br. Tobiah says that there’s been talk of starting a microbrewery at the monastery itself. “That’s still in the infancy stage,” he said. On a grander scale, according to Br. Tobiah, a group of Trappist monks in Spencer, Mass., decided to start an ale operation at their monastery. “They went to Belgium to see how it was done and spent about $1 million to set their brewery up.” Of course, if the monks at Belmont Abbey Abbey should move forward and go commercial with their beer, they’ll need someone to be the brewmaster and Br. Tobiah is raising his hand. “I would love to,” he said. Beer brewing in North Carolina has a long and interesting history with many ups and downs. In 1774 the Single Brothers Brewery and Distillery opens in Salem and operates until 1813. In 1874 the General Assembly allows townships to vote on prohibiting saloon licenses. In 1908 North Carolina becomes the first Southern state to enact statewide prohibition. In 1920 Prohibition goes national when the 18th Amendment takes effect. In 1933 North Carolina is one of two states that refuse to ratify the 21st Amendment, which repeals the 18th. It’s signed into law anyway with a quip from President Roosevelt, “I think this would be a good time for a beer.” In 1935 For the first time in 26 years, legal alcohol is sold in North Carolina. In 1936 Georgia-based Atlantic Brewing Co. opens a plant in Charlotte. It enjoys two decades of beer production. There’s more. In 1969 Joseph Schlitz Brewing Co. builds the largest brewery of its day in Winston-Salem. The brewery covers 34 acres and has a daily capacity of 17,000 barrels. It closes in 1999. In 1978 Miller Brewing opens a brewery in Eden. It produces the first Miller Genuine Draft. In 1985 the brewpub era begins with a new state law allowing breweries to sell directly to consumers. Uli Bennewitz, who lobbied for the law, opens Weeping Radish Brewery in Grandy the next year. In 1994 Olde Hickory Brewery opens. It’s now the state’s second-oldest continuously operating microbrewery. Also in 1994, Asheville gets its first brewery: Highland. In 1996 the state’s craft beer scene gains momentum with the opening of six new breweries. In 2005 North Carolina “pops the cap.” A new law raises the maximum alcohol content in beer from 6 percent to 14.9 percent. In 2009 Asheville begins a winning streak in the Beer City USA poll, either winning outright or tying for the top spot from
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2009 to 2012. Building on those traditions, the craft brewing industry in North Carolina is growing by leaps and bounds. A 2012 survey by the Brewers Association showed North Carolina with the most breweries of any state east of Texas and south of Pennsylvania. According to the “State of the Craft Beer Industry: 2013” report, North Carolina’s craft beer industry grew 23 percent in 2011. That’s the fastest growth rate in the country (Texas also has 23 percent). In 2005, there were about 30 breweries in North Carolina. Ten years later the number is near 100. Leading the way is Asheville/Buncombe County with 18, Raleigh/Wake County with 14, and Charlotte/Mecklenburg with nine. Breweries are thriving in North Carolina’s small towns and communities as well as its cities. Waynesville (with a population of 9,800) has three craft breweries and Sylva with a population of 2,700 has two. North Carolina is home to the nation’s first wind-powered brewery at Outer Banks Brewing Station in Kill Devil Hills and the nation’s first LEEDS-Gold brewery at Mother Earth Brewing in Kinston. While most segments of the U.S. beer market continue to see losses, craft beer’s popularity continues a dramatic rise — 12 percent to 13 percent annually for the past two years. Who knows, maybe the next craft beer to hit the market will bear the Belmont Abbey logo. For more information on craft brewing in North Carolina, visit wwwncbeermonth.com. • 2012: Three major craft breweries — Oskar Blues, Sierra Nevada and New Belgium — announce plans to expand within 35 miles of one another. Oskar Blues Brevard opens in December. Sierra Nevada will • 2013: NC Beer Month is inaugurated in April to celebrate the beer craftsmanship and culture that thrive in dynamic cities, spirited towns and hamlets off the beaten path. In addition to Br. Tobiah, there are countless other folks across North Carolina that are discovering the rewards of brewing their own beer. In addition, more and more microbreweries are popping up. A 2012 survey by the Brewers Association showed North Carolina with the most breweries of any state east of Texas and south of Pennsylvania. According to the “State of the Craft Beer Industry: 2013” report, North Carolina’s craft beer industry grew 23 percent in 2011. That’s the fastest growth rate in the country (Texas also has 23 percent). In 2005, there were about 30 breweries in North Carolina. Ten years later the number is near 100. Leading the way is Asheville/Buncombe County with 18, Raleigh/Wake County with 14, and Charlotte/Mecklenburg with nine. Breweries are thriving in North Carolina’s small towns and communities as well as its cities. Waynesville with a population of 9,800 has three craft breweries. Sylva with a population of 2,700 has two. North Carolina is home to the nation’s first wind-powered brewery, Outer Banks Brewing Station in Kill Devil Hills, and the nation’s first LEEDS-Gold brewery, Mother Earth Brewing in Kinston. While most segments of the U.S. beer market continue to see losses, craft beer’s popularity continues a dramatic rise — 12 percent to 13 percent annually for the past two years.
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Banner-News School Happenings Project Unify program brings W.C. Friday Middle School students together
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Grace School gives back There will be a fundraiser for Boogie with Books, a literacy program sponsored by the Partnership for Children of Lincoln & Gaston Counties sponsored by The Grace School and The Sports Page Restaurant, 179 Cross Center Road in Denver, every Thursday during April. Dine in or take out at The Sports Page Restaurant every Thursday during April anytime
after 4 p.m. Mention to your server that you are a proud supporter of The Grace School and the restaurant will donate 15 percent of proceeds to the Grace School. These funds will then be donated to Boogie with Books. Stay tuned for upcoming dates for these funfilled family events, where each child will receive a free book (while supplies last.)
Gaston County Schools Good News Finalists announced for Gaston County Assistant Principal of the Year- Congratulations to the following employees who are finalists for Gaston County Assistant Principal of the Year. The winner will be announced during the Evening of Excellence ceremony on Tuesday, May 5. Fran DaCanal, Cherryville High School: Logan McGuire, Carr Elementary School; Jessica Mellon, Lowell Elementary School; Jaime Peoples, Hunter Huss High School; Craig Smith, Ashbrook High School. Information about Kindergarten and PreKindergarten Registration- Kindergarten and pre-kindergarten registration for the 20152016 school year will be held May 5-16 at five elementary schools across the county. This is a change from previous years when registration was held at each elementary school. Parents may register their child at any of the five school locations listed below. Each school location will accept applications for all elementary schools during the times listed. Woodhill Elementary: May 5 and May 6 from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.; Tryon Elementary: May 7 and May 8 from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.; Brookside Elementary: May 9 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and May 11 from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.; North Belmont Elementary: May 13 and May 14 from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.; Sherwood Elementary: May 15 from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and May 16 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Belmont Middle student interviewed on “Charlotte Talks”- Belmont Middle sixth grader Abigail Lefler was interviewed last week by Mike Collins of WFAE’s Charlotte Talks radio program. The show focused on the importance of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) education and highlighted Gaston County’s robotics program. Lefler, a member of her school’s robotics team, talked about how she became interested in engineering and technology and how important computer science is in the
classroom. Highland School of Technology students Katie Purello and Kayla Viana qualified for the North Carolina Moot Court championship, which will be held in Raleigh on May 1. They competed at the regional competition with teammates Max Jones and Matt Noles, who was named best overall council arguer. Government teacher Anna RalstonAsumendi is the school’s moot court adviser. The Belmont Middle Battle of the Books team placed first at the Southwest Regional Battle of the Books competition and will advance to the state competition on May 15. Team members are Savannah Allman, Abi Barbu, Christopher Bumgardner, Kathryn Cupp, Sophia DeMark, Grayson Dunbar, Ethan Goodwin, Grace Goodwin, Kevin Li, Grace Nehring, Taylor O’Hare and Priyanj Patel. The team coaches are Linda Cathcart and Angie Alexander. W.C. Friday Middle School won the “Polar Plunge” competition sponsored by Gaston County Special Olympics. The students, staff and parents collected more than $3,000 for Special Olympics and the school had the largest number of participants in the event. East Gaston High senior Tyler Rapp is the recipient of two prestigious scholarships, the UNC-Charlotte Levine Scholarship and the Park Scholarship at North Carolina State University. Both scholarships provide full tuition, room and board, money for books, numerous mentorship, study abroad and internship opportunities. East Gaston High School was visited by the Cobra Annie Military Helicopter in an event sponsored by the U.S. Army. Students and teachers were able to view this first attack helicopter used in the Vietnam War. Guest speakers described how the helicopter was constructed and related it to STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) subjects.
With band music, cheerleading performances and games, the W.C. Friday Middle School gymnasium was filled with energy and excitement as students and teachers gathered for a pep rally with a special purpose: to celebrate the things that make us different. The event marked the beginning of Project Unify Week, a nationwide initiative sponsored by the Special Olympics that brings together students with and without disabilities to create a culture of acceptance and respect. W.C. Friday’s Project Unify efforts are truly bringing the school together. The school’s chapter is four years old and currently has 50 students. The staff is involved as well. A team of 11 teachers recently jumped into the Catawba River for the Gaston County Special Olympics Polar Plunge fundraiser. For the third year in a row, W.C. Friday took home the winning trophy for collecting $3,050 in donations. There are 230 schools in North Carolina with a Project Unify program, but W.C. Friday’s is one of the largest in the state, said Kelly Merkl, program innovations director for Special Olympics of North Carolina. Merkl, who attended the pep rally, said she has never seen a similar Project Unify event. “This is a true Project Unify activity because it involves the whole school,” Merkl said. She congratulated Heather Piercy, advisor for the Project Unify program, and other
teachers involved in coordinating the program, which focuses on unified sports, whole-school engagement and youth leadership. Piercy, a teacher for the Exceptional Children program, says she’s seen students become more aware and respectful of differences, which is an important lesson for middle schoolers to learn. “We have so much going on from Project Unify,” she said. “It has changed the whole climate of our school.” During the pep rally, members of the Project Unify club, along with other students and staff, wore student-designed t-shirts with the message of the week: “We all shine in different ways.” The message of acceptance, respect and friendship resonates throughout the school year. Piercy said she believes the Project Unify program at W.C. Friday will continue to make a difference as students move on to high school and beyond. “There are people who are different everywhere,” she said. “The more we can learn to be accepting, helpful and understanding, it makes the world a better place.”
Belmont Abbey College literary journal “Agora” wins prize Belmont Abbey College has announced that Agora, the college’s literary and art journal, was awarded four top prizes from the North Carolina College Media Association. The 2014 edition of Agora as a whole received the third place award for Best of Show, and it was awarded first place for fiction, second place for poetry, and second place for photography. The winning works are as follows: “The Lamp of the Body” by Brother George Rumley: first place for fiction; “Vision” by Richard Wilson: second place for poetry; “The Swan of Lake Luzern” by Emily Colker: second place for photography. “The recognition of Agora by the NC College Media Association is a great honor for all of us who take part in the effort to produce the best literary journal we can for Belmont Abbey College,” said Dr. Rebecca Munro, Assistant Professor of English and Faculty Moderator for the Agora. “These four awards not only give evidence of the talented student artists and writers who attend our school, but also of the enormous amount of work done by the Agora student editors: reading, choosing, judging, editing, and attempting to represent the voices of the Abbey community.”
Agora is Belmont Abbey College’s student literary magazine, published yearly during the spring semester under the auspices of the English Department. A call for submissions of poetry, short fiction, essays, graphic art, and photography goes out yearly to students and faculty, and a student board of editors decides what works will be published. Over the school year, the Agora staff also holds several “Poetry, Song, and Story Evenings” to which students and faculty are invited to come and share favorite or original poems, stories, and songs. Each fall, Belmont Abbey submits its latest edition of Agora to the North Carolina College Media Association for the statewide college media contests. Agora competes with other literary journals by North Carolina colleges and universities of 6500 and fewer students. Belmont Abbey has submitted Agora to the contest since 2010. In 2010 Agora won first prize for poetry; every other year since then it has won an honorable mention in fiction, poetry, and photography. This year’s awards represent the best showing yet for the publication. For more information and to view the awardwinning issue visit: www.belmontabbeycollege. edu/agora/
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ACC Barnstorming Tour ticket outlets announced Tickets are now on sale at the following locations for the ACC All-Stars vs. Gaston County All-Stars basketball game: Stuart Cramer High School; The Sumner Group; Georgio’s Restaurant (Cramerton); Charlie’s Drug (Mt. Holly). The game is set for Wednesday April 22nd at 7:30 pm at Stuart Cramer High School. The doors will open at 6 pm for this event. Standouts for this year’s roster include Duke’s Quinn Cook, UNC’s Desmond Hubert, NC State’s Ralston Turner, and Wake’s Darius Leonard. This ACC All-Star team will be coached by UNC legend Phil Ford. General Admission tickets for this game are only $10 presale, but will be $15 at the door on the day of the game. There are a limited number of VIP tickets available for
$40. VIP tickets include reserved front row seating during the game and a post game reception with the ACC players after the game. VIP ticket holders are guaranteed at least one autograph from an ACC player or coach. Fans are encouraged to buy their tickets in advance because a sell-out crowd is expected, and many tickets have already been sold online. To order your tickets online, visit www.carolinabarnstorming.com . The game will feature a 3-point and dunk contest. The ACC Barnstorming Tour is sponsored by Werner Ladder and promoted by The Sumner Group. *Facebook - ACC Barnstorming Tour / Twitter - @accbarnstorming / Instagram - @ accbarnstorming.
(Above) Stuart Cramer’s Riley Baldwin throws one from the fence in last week’s game against Challenger prep. The Storm came out on top 13-3. SarahBeth Gibson (2 for 3, 3 stolen bases), Nicole Cauthen (2-for3, 1 triple, 4 RBIs) and Selena Southee (2 for 3, 1 double, 3 RBIs) headed up the Storm’s offense. (Left) Stuart Cramer Storm pitcher Sydney Baxter winds up and lets the ball fly in last week’s 13-3 win over Challenger prep. Photos by Bill Ward
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South Point makes it to Easter Tournament final, falls to South Caldwell By John Wilson john.bannernews@gmail.com
The South Point Red Raiders made some noise in the Shelby Easter Tournament. They almost went all the way before falling to a powerhouse South Caldwell team in the title game 6-0. Before taking on South Caldwell the Red Raiders notched wins over Shelby 7-3, and Burns 1-0. In the Shelby game the Red Raiders and Golden Lions both battled with fielding errors. Each team registered three errors a piece. Even with the errors both teams played tough. The Golden Lions out batted the Red Raider 7 hits to 6. But South Point got the runs on the board. Camden Hale had two RBI’s to help the Red Raider cause. Mason Seacrest got the start and the win for South Point. Seacrest pitched 4 complete innings. Against Burns, Garrett Davila got the nod as the starting pitcher. He did not disappoint.
Davila flamed Burns in 7 full innings of play. The senior standout had a great day for South Point. He totally dominated. Before leaving Keeter Stadium he tossed 10 strikeouts on his way to a 1 hitter. In the batter’s box South Point had a productive day. The Warriors milled out 6 hits against the Bulldogs. Tanner Muse and Logan Edgerton were the Red Raiders top batters. Both had two hits a piece on the day. Camden Hale contributed as well. Hale had one hit and an RBI. The title game against South Caldwell was tough. The Spartans went into the game undefeated. They left that way. South Point had 4 hits on the night. Logan Edgerton had two hits. He also garnered the tournament’s Most Valuable Hitter award. Logan Edgerton got the start for South Point. He pitched for 5 innings before being relieved by Tyler Hall. The Red Raiders go back to Big South play this week. South Point in now 9-4.
Cramerton pool schedule set The Town of Cramerton public pool is getting ready for summer. The pool will be open: May 23rd, 25th, 30th, and June 6th from 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m. June 11th begins full operating days. Closing date will be August 15, 2015 at 5:00 p.m. Cost is $4 for reserved swimming, $3 for residents (must show pass); $5 nonresidents (day pass). May 23rd -June 11th -Hours of Operation will run on a temporary schedule May 23rd, 25th, 30th, and June 6th -Pool will open 12:00 noon to 5:00 p. m. (times may vary) Full time hours begin June 11. Monday-Friday 9:00 -11:00 A.M. reserved swimming Monday-Thursday 12:00 -7:00 P.M. open to public. Friday and Saturday 12:00 -5:00 P.M. Sunday closed. Swimming pool passesIndividual: $60 residents $100 non-residents.Family: $130 residents $200 nonresidents. Family pass is four
Warriors do well in Easter tournament By John Wilson john.bannernews@gmail.com
East Gaston represented themselves well in the Shelby Easter Tournament. The Warriors notched wins against Shelby and Kings Mountain. Their last game was an impressive 6-3 win over Shelby. The Warrior win over Shelby was powered by strong batting. East Gaston belted out 14 hits on the final day of the Shelby Easter Tournament. The tournament was held Keeter Stadium. Nash Jamison again pulled double duty for the Warriors. We was East
Gaston’s top slugger ending the day with three hits. Jamison was also the Warriors winning pitcher. He pitched a little over 4 innings. He was relieved by Tyler Price. Christian Huggins also got in some work. To get the win Jamison registered 13 first pitch strikes and 6 strikeouts in a productive day on the mound. The Warriors 14 hit batting bonanza was powered by the sticks of Jamison, Luke Murphy, Matthew Fletcher, and Tyler Hannifin. Murphy,Fletcher and Hannifin all registered a pair of hits. Jamison and Hannifin also nailed two RBI’s a piece.
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For the most part the game stayed tight. Going into the 5th inning East Gaston was holding on to a 2-1 lead. In the 5th inning both teams made moves with Shelby scoring two runs and the Warriors scoring a run to keep pace. In the 6th inning East Gaston pumped out two more runs to further their lead to 6-3. Shelby wasn’t able to make up that ground. In the match-up against Kings Mountain the Warriors got the win off of solid pitching and getting hits when needed. East Gaston beat the Mountaineers 6-4. Josh Benfield got the start and the win. Overall he pitched well.
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Upcoming running events Keep Belmont Beautiful news A number of running/walking events that are part of the Race through Gaston County 2015 Competitive Road Race Series have been planned. Here’s the schedule. April 17th Cherry Blossom 5K , Cherryville, Cherryville Family YMCA; May 2nd Mt. Holly Springfest 5K, Mt. Holly, Mt. Holly Community Foundation; May 9th Girls on the Run Spring 5K , Gastonia, GOTR Gaston; May 23rd Belmont Classic 5K, Belmont, Belmont Citizen’s Police Academy; July 17th Gastonia Grizzlies 5K, Gastonia, Central YMCA; September 7th The Burn: Labor Day 5K, CrowdersMountain, South Gaston Family YMCA; October 10th On the Run 5K, Cramerton, RHA Health Services; October 31st Holy Angels 4 Miler, Belmont, Belmont Rotary/Holy Angels; November 7th Spencer Mountain 5K & 10 Mile, Ranlo, Central YMCA; November 28th ChristmasTown 5K, McAdenville, Pharr Family YMCA; December 5th Girls on the Run Fall 5K, Belmont, GOTR Gaston. Runners will be awarded points for both participa-
tion and individual race results for each event listed above. Your best eight finishing places will be calculated and prizes will be awarded to the top 10 Males and Females in December. All participants are automatically registered for the series. No additional fees or forms are necessary. For more information contact steve@gastonymca.org. *25 additional bonus points awarded for the Spencer Mountain 10 Mile
Montcross Area Chamber golf tourney set The Montcross Area Chamber is turning back the calendar for its 2015 golf tournament - back to where it all began 10 tournaments ago - Cramer Mountain. The first tournament on the “new” Cramer Mountain Club course will be the Montcross Area Chamber Tournament on June 18. CaroMont Health is the presenting sponsor. To celebrate the re-opening of the Cramer Mountain course after being closed for several years, the Chamber also is rolling back team prices to play in the tournament ... back to where they were when the club hosted the Chamber’s very first golf tournament in 2006. Corporate sponsorships already are being reserved, so don’t delay, if you want to promote your business or organization at this great tournament. And the number of teams allowed to participate will be limited. So get your registration and payment in early to be assured a spot in this special tournament. For more information and times, call Teresa Rankin at 704.825.5307, Ext. 2, or email: teresa.rankin@montcrossareachamber.com.
Tee Off! For Missions First Baptist Church of Belmont’s 5th Annual Golf Tournament will take place Saturday, May 16th, at 8:00 AM at Green Meadows Golf Course, 957 Kelly Road, Mt. Holly. Fees are $50/Participant, $200/Foursome. All Proceeds go toward the Dannie Benjamin Mission Fund, which supports Evangelistic, Medical, and Dental Missions. For more information, and to register, please contact First Baptist Church at (704) 825-3758, or Tom Moore at (704) 825-5486.
Keep Belmont Beautiful and the City of Belmont will be sponsoring the 12th Annual City Pride Day on April 18th, 9am-noon. KBB will be providing gloves for volunteers as well as donuts, juice or coffee. T-shirts will be available as long as supply lasts. Belmont residents may place at the curb any debris, furniture, tires, etc. from Monday, April 20th Friday, April 24th for pick up by the City of Belmont. Note no paint or flammable materials will be accepted. Please call the Keep Belmont Beautiful office at 704-825-8587 to register your group or if any questions. There will not be a Rain Date. Also help support Keep Belmont Beautiful with an online donation via the “Run for the Money” fundraiser link below. It only takes a few moments to complete the form and every
amount helps to keep our city clean and beautiful. https://donatenow.networkforgood.org/CommunityFoundationRun2015/donate Keep Belmont Beautiful’s 2015 Yard of the Month program which runs from April through June is set. Arlene McCurtry, Program Chairperson, will be conducting yard judging the first of each month. Four resident yards and one business yard will be awarded each month. Nominations can be made by calling the KBB office at 704-825-8587 and leaving the 1) address of the yard, 2) a phone number and 3) name of the person providing the nomination. This information is required in order for the yard to be considered in the judging. We look forward to the forthcoming nominations.
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Banner-News Police Report March 30: Jose Antonio Duran, FTA, DWI, arrested by Officer M. Hall, I-85 Exit 29. March 30: Sara Lynn Dillworth, child abuse, careless and reckless, arrested by Officer M. Kaiman, 420 Park St. March 31: Jerry Bernard Steele, drug violations poss. less than 1/2oz. marijuana, poss. drug paraphernalia, resist delay obstruct, arrested by Cpl. T. Buchanon, 6751 Wilkinson Blvd. March 31: Antoine Demarius Johnson, larceny shoplifting, arrested by Officer A. Anderson, 701 Hawley Ave. March 31: David Jamar Coleman, larceny shoplifting, arrested by Officer A. Anderson, 701 Hawley Ave. March 31: Sompian Nicole Clay, larceny, RDO, arrested by Officer A. Anderson, 701 Hawley Ave. March 31: David Lamont Johnson, larceny, arrested by Officer A. Anderson, 701 Hawley Ave. March 31: Jacqlyn Brooke Cartee, larceny, arrested by Cpl. M. Harris, 701 Hawley Ave. April 4: Jamar Joseph Pierson, DWI alcohol, careless reckless driving, arrested by Cpl. Harris, 6704 Wilkinson Blvd. April 4: Dustin Tyler Walton, larceny shoplifting, poss. Sch. II, III, poss, paraphernalia, arrested by Officer A. Anderson, 701 Hawley Ave.
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What is Relay for Life? By Rebecca Revels Relay for Life, in its literal sense, is a fundraising tool for the American Cancer Society. It is also one of the major ways of bringing attention to the American Cancer Society and the battle it wages against cancer. It is not unusual to see individuals dressed in participant or the purple survivor shirts. It is all of that, but it is more. It is more than shirts and ribbons, banners or videos. For those who are a part of it, Relay for Life quickly becomes a lifestyle. Speaking as a cancer survivor and a Relayer, this is my take on what Relay for Life is. Relay brings people together. It brings the people who have been touched by cancer, the fighter / survivor, the caregivers, those who have watched friends and or family battle with cancer into the family. They are shown appreciation for what they do for each other. They are recognized as a survivor or caregiver. They are acknowledged as people, not numbers. If someone is in the process of fighting cancer they are encouraged and assisted in ways that only family are able. Relay is a way of educating. Every meeting brings out more information that will help those on all sides to fight harder, care stronger, live better. We learn all of the things that the American Cancer Society has available that can help the survivor and the caregiver. Through web pages online to paper pamphlets to share. Relay is a way of encouraging, through programs that offer wigs, hats and scarves, that also teach ladies how to apply makeup to help them feel better about and less self conscious. There is a rider program that helps the fighter get to doctor appointments and to get their medication. There are programs that work to get the attention of those in Washington and the needs of those fighting cancer. Relay is a physical coming together of people at a set place and time to raise funds but also to celebrate and remember. Many things can and do take place during the actual event. There is always music and food, games and food, raffles and food, shirts, merchandise and food. After the Survivor and Caregiver laps, many will be constantly walking the track, greeting friends and enjoying the company. Some of those in attendance will dance, others will put out their favorite chair and observe. For a time, the purpose is dual, raise funds and awareness, enjoy the moment. Relay is an emotional time. From beginning ceremonies to that final lap before time to pack up, emotions flow freely. The Luminaria Ceremony, where the candles are lit inside the bags and the track is walked in silence, tears flow, remembering those lost, celebrating those still with us. It is not unusual to see groups of people standing, arms around each other, hearing the sobs, seeing the tears, hearing the memories of one gone on. Then to hear laughter as a special memory is recalled. The feelings of Relay are strong. It is an indescribable emotion as too many emotions are all battling to be felt and acknowledged. All in a good way. Relay for Life, is a gathering of people who actively seek to finish the fight against cancer. It is a gathering of people who have watched a loved one fight as they did everything in their power to help them. It is a gathering of like minded people who seek to find a cure so that they would never again have to stand in near helplessness as someone important to them suffers. Relay for Life is not an exclusive club. Anyone who has a desire to help is welcomed. Anyone and everyone who has the desire to help finish the fight is happily brought into the family and embraced as the gifts they are. I, am a breast cancer survivor. I will forever remember the actions of my mother and the expression on my brother’s face the day I was diagnosed. Their pain and fear very obvious and real. I am an active participant in Relay for Life in the determination to help find a cure for cancer. Why? so that there will come a time when no one has to hear the words “you have cancer” or see the pain in the faces of their loved ones and they face mortality. The local Relay For Life Of Gastonia will be April 24th from 6-Midnight at Forestview High School Relay For Life Of East Gaston will be May 9th from 2pm to 10pm at Common Grounds in Stanley. People can sign up at any time at either www.relayforlife. org/gastonianc or www.relayforlife.org/eastgastonnc. All of the team captains and teams are listed on this website.
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AUTOMOTIVE SHOP HELPER ROSE HILL CEMETERY, FALLNEEDED. Body shop experi- STON. Two grave sites for sale. ence a plus. Must have valid 704-297-5436. drivers license. 704-445-0970. GOLF CLUBS. Good for beginner, $75. Electric cart. Good for Employment Wanted handicap person, $500. 704-6005608. CNA WILL BATHE, FEED, cook and do light house keeping. POULAN LAWN TRACTOR, 46”, 18.5hp, bagger, one own704-472-3472 er, hydrostatic trans., used very WILL SIT WITH YOUR LOVED little, $700. Toro 22” propelled ONES, 12 hrs. day or 12 hrs. push mower, great shape, $125. night for $60. Have A-1 referencCraftsman 14” chain saw, new in es. 704-430-5318. case, $125. 704-487-0550, 704678-3954.
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STAINLESS STEEL, SIDE BY COMPOST (AGED HORSE MA- SIDE refrigerator, $500. ComputNURE and sawdust). $10 scoop, er desk with shelves, $25. Washyou haul, $150 dump truck load er & dryer, $75. 704-406-9237. delivered. 704-692-6325. UTILITY TRAILER, ALL MET8N FORD FARM TRACTOR for AL, single axle, good tires, tail sale. Excellent condition, $3000. lights, & overload springs, like new, $700. 3 point hitch fertilizer 704-538-9289. distributor, good condition, $400. Farm/Heavy Equipment 42” ventilation fan, no motor, $25. Tomato vine cages, 5’ tall, $5 TRACTOR REPAIR & RESTO- each. Glass ware. 704-482-2912. RATION. All makes, most prob27’ ROUND TREVI SWIMMING lems. Factory trained mechanic, POOL. 52” deep. Brand new reasonable rates. Hydraulics, liner. Salt water filter & steps inclutch, transmission, engine, cluded. $2000. You pick up. 704tune-up, complete rebuilds, in466-7833. cluding paint and restoration. Swift Tractor Repair 704-300- LIKE NEW, LARGE RADIO FLYER WAGON, hard plastic, ad5025. See us on Facebook. justable seats, canopy covering, $80. Wood baby/toddler bed, (no For Rent mattress), $30. 704-750-4153. MOBILE HOMES AND APARTMENTS FOR RENT IN KINGS MOUNTAIN-Prices starting at $100/week. Call 704-739-4417 or (evening) 704-739-1425. (tfn)
TROY BUILT 22 HP, 46” CUT Riding Mower, Kohler motor. 1 year old, $950. Hotpoint refrigerator with ice maker, extra clean, $200. 704-284-4531.
2 BR HOUSE FOR RENT, 517 Booker St., Shelby, NC. $280 per mo, security deposit required. Call 704-418-1251.
FRIGIDAIRE UPRIGHT FREEZER, 14 cu.ft. frost free. $200. No calls after 8pm. 704-600-6111.
FREEDOM MOBILE HOME PARK $150 dep and $325-$375 mo for 2BR, no pets. Shelby. 704-418-2803.
CONFER ROLL GUARD a-frame ladder for above ground pool. Fits to 5’6” depth pool. $135. 11 mil Blue Solar Blanket for 24’ round pool, $50. $150 for both. 864936-9292.
2012 OPEN RANGE RT296BHS 33ft, 4 season, heated belly, double pane windows, slide toppers, pvc roof, 32” &19” TVs, DVD, AM/FM, roof ladder, luggage carrier on back full queen & 4 bunks, back door out main bedroom, electric jacks front/ back, outdoor grill, refrig. Great winter camper. $23,000. 704913-7034.
2 & 3 BR. MOBILE HOMES. Nice & clean. Water, furnished. TWO BURIAL PLOTS AT Oak Grove Comm. 704-739- Cleveland Memorial Park, near the Cross, $900 each, transfer 0259. fee included. 704-487-5645. MOBILE HOME FOR RENT in Waco area. No pets. 704-435- BLACK BOSCH DISHWASHER, used, works fine, $25. Black four 8103. burner range, Whirlpool, used, COZY 2BR 1BA APARTMENT, works fine, $50. 704-692-3580. located in friendly neighborhood in Cherryville, NC. $400 month. TROY-BILT CHIPPER/SHREDDER, 10hp. 704-434-9392. 704-435-3311.
Country Campground. 704-4350938, Cherryville.
AC! Own in 4.5 years. Near 20” barrel, walnut stock. 11+1 Moss Lake, pets ok. Call 980- 357 mag 38 special ammo. No scalpers please. $500. 704-484939-6633 x4. 6933. 2BR, 2BA MOBILE HOME, nice and open inside! Near Moss GLOCK 17 GEN4 with 3 17rd Lake, rent to own for $445 mo mags and 1 33rd mag. Glock and own in only 4.5 yrs. Pets ok. range bag. Nite lite@green laser. AK47 with 2 30rd mags and 980-939-6633 x4. scoped nite lite. both like new. 3BR HOUSE, Spindale, $650 704-484-6933. per month, $500 security deposit CHERRY DROP required. Central heat/air. Call, ANTIQUE LEAF TABLE w/6 chairs. 828-429-4735. Matching small buffet. Thomas3BR, 1BA BRICK HOUSES for ville cherry china cabinet. Navy/ rent. No pets. $500 per month rust sofa & matching wing chair. plus $500 deposit. Fallston & El- Octagonal glass/wood coffee & lenboro districts. 828-453-8941. matching end tables. Call for prices. 704-651-0635.
36 FT WINDSPORT 2009. 17K miles. 3 slides, fireplace, dining table/4 chairs. Excellent condition. Includes car dolly. $90K obo. 704-482-9335. WANT TO BUY: Pop-Up Campers. Call 828-429-3935.
Caregiver Retired Nurse with excellent references is looking to help with homecare of a senior citizen or disabled person. Call: 704-392-3208. Leave Message. (4/15 & 22)
Employment EXPERIENCED AUTOMOTIVE MECHANIC NEEDED! Must have valid drivers license, reliable transportation, & own tools. NC Inspection license is a plus. Call for appointment 704-4829789 or 704-473-0731. R&D Automotive.
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CEDAR LOGS FOR SALE, PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS make offer. 704-739-7298. WITH SCRATCH PADS! Press FINN STRAW BLOWER, mountRoom Printing. 704-538-5788, ed on a trailer, 4 cylinder Wiscon704-482-2243. sin engine, $5000. 828-429-4565. EXCALIBUR COMPUTER SERVICE, We repair and sell laptops and desktops, most repairs in 3 days or less. 704-434-5057, M-F. 8am-5pm.
M & M USED APPLIANCES. Large selection, late models, 30 day warranty, in Ellenboro. 828305-0322 or 828-980-2477.
LOTS OF PROM GOWNS, $50 HORSE QUALITY HAY FOR or less. Bridal gowns, $125 or SALE, square bale, 704-487- less. All swim wear, $5 or less. 6855. Lots of styles, sizes & colors. Call 2 SHAMPOO CHAIRS, 2 dryers Marie, 828-245-1092. with chair, 2 hydraulic styling FLAGS & FLAG POLES in stock. chairs. (All in good cond.) $250 J Johnson Sales, Inc. 828-2455895. for all. 704-300-6489.
Call Kathy today! 704.739.7496
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TRAILERS, NEW 5x8, $499.99. J Johnson Sales, Inc. 828-2455895.
PRACTICALLY NEW LUDWIG Drum Set. Double base pedal, crash, crash-hide and hi hat cymbals, throne and spare single base pedal $400. 704-480-1533.
BEAUTIFUL COUNTRY ACREAGE: property has small streams, hardwood with pasture and pond potential, mountain views, acre size 30 & up, starting at $2700 per acre. Located four miles North Ellenboro/Hollis Rd. Property 20-30 minutes from new Equestrian Horse Center. 828-289-7580.
TRAILERS: BUY, SELL, TRADE. Over 50 trailers in stock. Utility, Box, Dump, Gooseneck. Parts, service & repairs. 828245-5895. STORAGE BUILDINGS for sale. Buy or Rent to Own. Free delivery & set up. 828-245-5895. STORAGE SHEDS, CARPORTS, GARAGES. All sizes & colors. Installed FREE! J Johnson Sales, Inc. 828-245-5895. STORAGE BUILDINGS, WE BUY, Sell, Trade, move storage buildings, trade in metal advertising signs, vintage toys, guns, anything of value. 828-245-5895. 2BR, 1BA MOBILE HOME for sale, $1000. Must move! 828429-6691.
Employment The City of Belmont, Parks and Recreation Dept. is currently seeking a temporary professional services of a skilled independent contractor to provide specified food and beverage services to the general public at our current fields. (Rodden, Frady, Stowe Field, Reid and Gantt). Please call 704-901-2069 or visit www.cityofbelmont.org for a concession contract to submit for review. (4/15, 22, 29 & 5/06)
Pets/Livestock BEAUTIFUL GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES. CKC Registered. Male & female available. Bred for family companionship & protection. Both parents on site. Call 704-300-0207. LIVESTOCK FOR SALE Pure Breed, Angus Bulls and Heifers. Jacob Fork Ranch. Call 704-5381199 or 704-600-7847. 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. FREE DOG TO GOOD HOME, black Husky mix, neutered & up to date on shots. Comes with house dog bowls & leash. Need gone asap. Great with kids & loves to play. 704-718-4183. FREE TO A GOOD HOME, male & female puppies, Chihuahua & dachshund mix. Also mother dog, Chihuahua. 704-300-6121. GERMAN SHEPHERD FEMALE, Brindle color, spayed & intelligent. Good with kids!! Does not do well with little dogs or cats. FREE! 704-692-3580.
Vacations (2) 3BR HOMES AT Ocean Lakes, all amenities. Golf cart included. Call 864-839-2908. Please leave msg. OCEAN LAKES BEACH HOUSE, 2BR, 2BA, inside laundry room with golf cart. 704-4774923. OCEAN LAKES, 3BR 2BA ON STILTS, sleeps 7, 2 queen, 1 full,1 twin bunk bed, washer & dryer, flat screen TVs in all rooms, golf cart, convenient to south entrance & only 3 blocks from beach. Call 704-473-2032 or email ecupiratern@yahoo. com for rates & availability. OCEAN LAKES, 5BR, 3BA, WiFi, 4 decks, 7 TVs, sleeps 12, close to water. Open wks of 6/27, 7/4, 7/11, 7/18, 7/25 + August. 704-718-4731. OCEAN LAKES, 1678 STARFISH, Weekly Rental, 3BR, washer & dryer, large covered front porch. Spring Specials & Summer Rentals. 704-473-6109. sheilaba@bellsouth.net. 20 OCEAN LAKES HOMES FOR RENT. (6) 2 story homes, (9) 3BR, 2BA homes, (5) 2BR homes. Call Trudy @ 704-9026164.
DRIVERS: CDL-A Company. NEW $3000 SIGN-ON BONUS! Regional Opportunity! Home Every Other Day. FREE COW MANURE, you Want To Buy Great Pay + Bonuses. Excel- load. $10 scoop, I load. Holstein lent Benefits! 877-600-2121. steers, $600, up. 704-692-8752. BUYING FIREARMS. Old, new, (4/08 & 4/15) BEAUTIFUL PLUSH COAT used, ugly or broken. Prefer 22’s
DRIVER WANTED – Permanent Position, Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Weekends Off. MUST HAVE Class A or B CDL’s. Hazardous Materials. Tanker Endorsements. Mechanical Skills. Resumes should be submitted to: PO Box 145, CAMPING, RV SPACES, TENT, Rental Units. 2015 Seasonal RENT TO OWN 2BR 2BA MO- ROSSI 1892 WINCHESTER RI- Cherryville , NC 28021. (4/15, Sites available. Scenic Ridge BILE HOME with central heat/ FLE REPLICA. Like new blued 22 & 29) 2008 TRAVEL TRAILER, 33ft, 4 bunks, ref, toilet, shower, tub, TV, 1 slide, great condition inside & out. $11,975. 470-477-1557, 704-472-9177.
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DRIVERS: CDL-A/OTR Weekly Paychecks & Hometime! TOP Benefits/Health Pkg! Safety/ Performance Bonuses! NoTouch! Commscope: Jamie: 855-902-4145. (4/08 & 4/15)
Mobile Homes DOZEN MOBILE HOMES FOR SALE, Set up & delivery, $6000 or less. 828-755-5257 or view 416 Piney Mtn. Church, Ellenboro.
Motorcycles 2000 KAWASAKI ZX750R Ninja. $1500 704-457-4035. 2002 HD ROAD KING. Many extras. Nice bike. $7000 obo. 704473-7129. 2001 HARLEY DAVIDSON CLASSIC SPORTSTER. Lots of chrome, ready to ride, $1200cc. White Flip Flop paint, $3650. 704-481-0856. 2010 HD HERITAGE Motorcycle with Kendon trailer. Excellent condition. $12K dollars. Call 828899-8974 for details. Visit: www. kendonusa.com about trailer.
MALE HUSKY available for stud service. $50 plus food, upfront, then $5 per day. 704-259-5052.
Real Estate 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. (4/01,08,15, 22 & 29) 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 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
but will consider anything. 704600-8560.
WANT TO BUY CARS, TRUCKS, trailers, metal boats, tractors & farm equipment, any scrap metal & land. Must have ID & proof of ownership. 704-6921006. PRESIDENTIAL POLITICAL Campaign items. Pins, posters, flags, etc. 1800’s-1960’s. Also advertising pins & trade cards, signs, early 1900’s. Mint space toys, 1950’s-70’s. Other mint toys from 1950’s - 70’s. Call 704477-6296, leave message.
Yard Sales ESTATE SALE – Sat, April 25th.110 Ervin St, Belmont. Household items, Bedroom furniture, Sleeper Sofa, Mechanical Chair, Dishes, Glassware and etc. (4/16 & 22)
BELWOOD SUBDIVISION, off St. Paul’s Ch. Rd, Lawndale, only one lot left, 1.02 ac. with water, septic, and drive. Owner finance with low DP, for more info call Bryant Realty, Inc. 7045647-9836. www.bryantrealty. org
CONGREGATION YARD SALE – Sat, April 18, 2015, from 8 a.m. - Until. St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, 1203 St. Mark’s Church Rd., Cherryville. All proceeds go to Relay For Life. LOOK! A STEAL! Land for sale by owner with well & septic tank. 3/4 acre located on Emerald Mine Rd, Shelby. 704-349-2208. BUILDING LOT, WOODBRIDGE. Best offer over $5000. 704-482-0496. HOUSE FOR SALE BY OWNER. Brick ranch, 3BR, 1BA, great neighborhood. Polkville area. 704-473-7776.
“6” FAMILIES YARD SALE – Sat, April 18th, 7 am – Until. 1400 Merrimont Ave in KM. (Behind Food Lion on Shelby Road-Country Club Area). A Mary K vendor will be present. Also, Drinks and baked goods will be sold.
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A new mural depicting a mid-20th century mill village is being created at the Belmont Historical Society Museum on E. Catawba Ave. Artists creating the work include from left; Hazel Pearce, Carol Tomlinson, and Gail Brown. Photo by Alan Hodge
New Cramerton town manager named The Town of Cramerton has hired David C. Pugh, III as the Town Manager. He replaces Michael People who resigned to take a job with the City of Gastonia. Kevin Krouse has been acting as Iterim Town Manager. At the April 2nd Board of Commissioners special called meeting, the Board approved the hiring of Pugh to begin employment with the Town effective June 2, David C. Pugh, III 2015. Mr. Pugh will be responsible for administering all aspects of the Town government and staff. Mr. Pugh joins the Town with seven years of experience working in the field of municipal government and administration. Mr. Pugh earned his Master of Public Administration degree from Appalachian State University and holds an undergraduate degree from Elon University in Political Science. He holds a number of accreditations including being a member of the International City and County Management Association. Most recently, Mr. Pugh worked as the Town Administrator for the Town of Midland, NC for the last five years. Mayor Ronnie Worley stated “The Town of Cramerton is excited about the addition of Mr. Pugh to our staff and look forward to him meeting our citizens. We feel fortunate to have employed Mr. Pugh as part of the team to continue the enormous amount of progress that has already been made to enhance the quality of life for the citizens of Cramerton”.
Miracle Worker coming to Little Theater The Little Theater of Gastonia will present The Miracle Worker, the classic story of Annie Sullivan and her student, blind and mute Helen Keller. Evening performances are April 16 – 18 and 23 – 25 at 8:00 pm and a matinee on April 19 at 2:30 pm. Tickets range in price from $10 - $16 and are available from the theater. The theater is located at 238 South Clay Street in Gastonia. Phone 704 865-0160. Email littletheaterofgastonia@gmail.com.
Artist Juan Logan guest speaker The Gaston Arts Council’s Arts & Humanities Explorers Program presents Painter, Sculptor, Multi-Media Artist Juan Logan on Thursday, April 23, at 7:00 PM at Gaston College Kimbrell Campus 7220 Wilkinson Blvd. Classroom Building – Room 115. Logan, who reJuan Logan ceived an M.F.A. from Maryland Institute College of Art, is the special guest speaker for the April Arts & Humanities Explorers meeting and he’ll speak to the students on the topic “You’ve Created - Now What” - Next Steps for Emerging Artists. For the April meeting, Gaston County high school students, in any art discipline, are welcome to attend the meeting, please send your RSVP to uac@gastonarts.org or call (704) 853-2787.
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