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Mt. Holly police department deploying body cameras

By Alan Hodge alan.bannernews@gmail.com

Mt. Holly Police Sgt. Wes Monroe is seen wearing one of the new body cameras that the department bought with funding help from the Governor’s Crime Commission.

Photo by Alan Hodge

The Mt. Holly Police Department is in the process of deploying 21 “body cameras” it purchased with grant money from the Governor’s Crime Commission.

“We applied for the grant about a year and a half ago,” said Chief Don Roper. “We will be issuing the cameras to uniformed patrol officers.”

Getting the cameras wasn’t a knee jerk reaction to any particular civil unrest on the national scene.

“We had been looking at them before the incidents in Ferguson and other places,” said Roper. “We just wanted to be more professional.”

The camera budget was $17,911. The grant paid

$13,433 and the city added $4,477. The cameras cost $599 each.

So far, about four Taser Axon Flex cameras are currently in the field.

“We will be phasing in their use,” Roper said.

“Right now we have one on each shift.”

The camera itself is about the size and shape of a kazoo. The officer wears a small battery pack on his or her belt and runs a wire under the shirt or vest to the camera. A metal band is worn around the back of the neck and a magnet holds the camera in place there.

The camera stays on “standby” and to begin recording the officer taps it with a finger. The resolution is crisp and clear.

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Debbie Rick overcomes challenges and digs into community gardening

By Alan Hodge alan.bannernews@gmail.com

Debbie Rick, 56, of Mount Holly has some serious physical challenges but that hasn’t stopped her from doing just about whatever she wants- including tending her own Community Garden plot, with some help from son 28-yearold Justin.

The fact is, Rick has an ultrarare form of dwarfism that has seen her travel over the years to places such as Duke and Johns Hopkins hospitals to see medical specialists of all sorts.

“There are over 300 types of dwarfism,” she said. “Doctors finally told me they have no name for mine.”

Her situation would have beaten a lesser person, but Rick’s strong will saw her achieve what some might consider the impossible.

“I went to Belmont Abbey and then taught first grade at Ida Rankin Elementary,” she said.

“Then I became a motivational speaker and travelled all over with people like Zig Ziglar.”

Now, Rick is transferring that

Local leaders express sadness over Charleston murders

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Debbie Rick tends her own plot at the Mount Holly Community Garden with assistance from son Justin.

Photo by Alan Hodge sense of determination to her garden.

When the Mount Holly Community Garden was conceived, it was understood that several of the

beds would be handicapped accessible and Rick grabbed the chance to get one.

“Last year I saw the Belmont Community Garden and knew if

one came to Mount Holly I would want a space,” she said.

Rick’s plot is custom made for her condition.

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The senseless shooting of nine African-Americans at Emanuel AME Church in Charleston last Wednesday night reverberated all the way to the BannerNews readership area.

The suspect in the shootings, Dylann Storm Roof, 21, was arrested last Thursday after being spotted on US 74 in the western end of Shelby.

The route he had taken to get to that point from Charleston included an ATM stop near Ballentyne in South Charlotte just off I-485. That means he likely drove through Belmont on either I-85 or US29/74 as he made his way to Cleveland County.

Debbie Dills who works at Frady’s Florist in Kings Mountain spotted Roof on the road and tipped off police who arrested him following a traffic stop near Plato Lee Rd..

He surrendered peacefully and later confessed to the shootings saying he hoped they would spark a race war.

He was quickly extradited back to South Carolina.

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DYLANN ROOF ton, is a fellow member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Of course, the age old question, consisting of one word, swells up in my mind and heart….why?”

Reid continued.

“Is there a need for further racial understanding and appreciation…most definately!

I, personally, take consolation in knowing that there are, and always have been, Black and White that recognized and stood for right.

Yes! I know of the Black Civil Rights leaders and soldiers; however, I also know of the early Quakers and White Abolitionists that assisted with freeing the slaves by way of the “Underground Railroad”! I know of the White freedom fighters that served with Black and other ethnic freedom fighters dismantling “Jim Crow” and added segregated practices that were discriminatory. And, yes, there are those today, and in Belmont, who recognize the “true” truths of the Emancipation Proclamation and God’s Word. So, through coming together…there is still hope for a better day.”

John Hope, one of the founders of the Black History Forum in Mt. Holly, actually attended school at St. Augustine College in Raleigh with the father of shooting victim Tywanza Sanders.

Hope was stunned by the shootings.

“I am still trying to process everything,” he said.

“Anybody in their right mind could see it was totally wrong.”

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“It’s built at a level so I can pull my wheelchair up beside it and dig in the dirt,” she said.

Rick says she’s had a love of gardening since childhood.

“I would help my grandfather on his farm,” she said.

“I would pull up the radishes and eat them with the dirt still on them” With Justin’s help, the Rick plot has a variety of plants including tomatoes, zucchini, eggplant, squash, marigolds, and herbs, lots of herbs.

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by Roper.

“I like it,” he said. “It shows everything about the interaction with citizens.”

At the end of their shift, officers will download whatever they recorded with the camera to a secure computer server at police headquarters.

“The recording goes to the officer’s file and my file also,” Monroe said.

Once they transfer the recording from the camera to the computer, officers can’t alter or delete anything on it.

According to Roper, the length of time a recording would be kept on file depends on what the police/citizen interaction involved.

“It could be part of evidence that would go through the standard chain of custody,” said Roper.

MHPD did not rush putting the cameras into use.

“We worked hard to make sure our training and policy is right,” Roper said. “We mean to protect the privacy of all involved.”

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many ways- and, she always speaks her mind.”

The Rick garden could be the subject of a film. Debbie says the Little People of America, Inc. group might shoot a show that highlights the work she’s done.

“It would air on the Learning Channel,” she says.

Hot or not, several mornings each week for the past couple of months has seen Debbie and Justin show up at the garden plot and set to work watering and weeding and showing everyone what a person can do if they put their mind to it.

“Life is not survival of the fittest,” she says. ”But survival of the most adaptable.” ings without proper justification and without first obtaining required written approval, copy or share BWC recordings unless authorized to do so, post any BWC recordings to social media, web sites, YouTube, Facebook, Twitter etc. absent proper written authorization, wear or use a privately-owned BWC while on duty.

Roper sees great potential for the cameras, but realizes they are just one part of the total law enforcement package.

“They are a good tool,” he said. “But just part of the evidence when something happens.”

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Roof’s victims included Cynthia Hurd, oldest sister of former N.C. Sen. Malcolm Graham of Charlotte. She was to turn 55 last Sunday; Pastor Clementa Pinckney, 41, also an S.C. state senator who had been in the legislature for 18 years. He leaves a wife and two daughters; Tywanza Sanders, 26, a recent business graduate from Allen University, a historically black college in Columbia; Sharonda Singleton, 45; Myra Thompson, 59; Ethel Lance, 70; Susie Jackson, 87; Rev. Daniel Simmons Sr., 74; DePayne Doctor, 49, an enrollment counselor at the Charleston campus of Southern Wesleyan University.

In Belmont, the Rev. Kenneth Alexander, pastor at Mt. Moriah Baptist Church on Lincoln St. and one of the areas most respected African-American leaders had this to say.

“It is a tragedy for the whole nation but many times those people (Roof) are in the minority,” he said. “Everyone does not feel the way he does. We must stay positive and keep praying. Hopefully, this situation will bring people together and closer to one another.”

Another Belmont African-America civic leader, Charles Reid, Chairperson, Charles Jesse Bynum Reid Foundation, and member of Hood Memorial AME Zion Church on Sacco St., offered his thoughts.

“The tragic, senseless killings in Charleston, South Carolina touched me in several ways,” Reid said. “First, I thought about these persons in Bible Study….their desire to further understand the Word of God…..welcoming others in attendance…. and having a sense of being ‘safe and secure’. I felt a greater sense of knowing the deceased on a more personal level. I was made aware that S.C. Sen. Clementa Pinckney, the now deceased Senior Pastor of Emanuel A.M.E. Church/Charles-

ways grew herbs next to the house,” she said. “I knew we had to grow some, especially rosemary, in our plot.”

The Rick plot, as are most of the other 50 or so ones in the Mount Holly Community Garden, is already producing.

“Justin has harvested zucchini and tomatoes,” Debbie said.

Bobby Black, one of the driving forces behind the Mount Holly Community Garden, has known Rick for years and is not surprised at her agricultural sense of adventure.

“She has been an inspiration to so many!” he said.

She loves her family deeply and cares for others in so

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Hope offered this opinion.

“These young kids today have too much hate,” he said.

“They don’t get training at home and won’t let things go.”

Rev. Angela Pleasants is pastor at Mount Holly First United Methodist Church and the first African-American to hold that position. She was at an out of town conference when news came of the shooting.

“I am mourning, praying and reflecting on the evil that took place in Charleston South Carolina at Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church and recently at another location whereby 400 gathered for a prayer vigil who were being evacuated due to a bomb threat,” Pleasants said. “At our Western North Carolina Annual Conference, we have a moment of prayer and reflection. However, we are remiss if we do not address the elephant in the room. Not one time was it addressed the blatant racism, ageism and sexism that still is very prevalent in our communities, churches and country.

Not one time did we address the institutional racism, ageism and sexism that has not gone away but taken on different forms. Until we can have a real dialogue around these issues, we will continue to be plagued with incidents that happened in South Carolina.

We have not discussed what our churches and communities can do now to begin an open dialogue on these issues.

What can we do now not just to have a dialogue but steps into action in putting reform into place in our communities, local churches, conferences and the country? We are here voting for delegates to general and jurisdictional conference.

That is a call to duty as the people called Methodist, but there is a greater call to the people who are disciples of Jesus Christ. Yes, we begin with prayer and fasting. Then there comes a time we are called from our knees into action. Where does this leave us now? Where will it lead us as we go forward?”

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Move to get ABC store in Belmont gaining momentum

By Alan Hodge alan.bannernews@gmail.com

The move to get an ABC store in Belmont seems to be picking up steam.

Right now, folks from Belmont who desire to purchase a bottle of rum, whiskey, vodka, etc. etc. must travel to Mt. Holly or Cramerton at the closest to get that lil’ brown bag. Not only is there the convenience issue to consider, there’s also the fact that the state ABC Board returns a certain percentage of local ABC sales to the municipality or county where the facility is located- but getting that money can take time.

The ABC ball has been rolling in Belmont for several months.

“Local business owners asked the Belmont city council to put a referendum on the November election ballot to allow Belmont voters to determine if they want an ABC store in town,” says assistant city manager Adrian Miller. “The city council asked staff to create a survey to see if there was interest among the general public for such a referendum. We ran an online survey using SurveyMonkey.com asking people if they would support an ABC store on the referendum. Of the 500 or so people who took the online survey, 78% of respondents said that they would support having an ABC store in Belmont and 77% claimed that they live in the Belmont city limits. This survey was not scientific and did is not necessarily representative of city voters.”

Miller continued.

“If the city council wants to put a referendum on the November ballot to allow Belmont voters to determine if they want an ABC store in

town, then the council must approve a resolution asking the Gaston County Board of Elections to place such a referendum on the ballot on or before their regular meeting in August. This resolution would only be to put the referendum on the ballot; it would not be to support or oppose an ABC store in Belmont. The city council could consider a resolution to allow voters to decide if they want an ABC store in Belmont at either its July 6 or August 3 meeting. If the council decides to allow voters to choose if they want an ABC store in Belmont, and if the voters approve a referendum, then a Belmont ABC Board would be created. The city council would then appoint members to that Belmont ABC Board. The Belmont ABC Board would determine the location of a store and would oversee the operations of the store. The city would have no control over the store location (other than zoning) or its operations or inventory. The Belmont ABC Board would make those decisions, although it would donate a portion of its annual profits to alcohol education and treatment programs, law enforcement, and other civic programs.”

Belmont council member Ryan Schrift opened this on an ABC store in town.

“I support a referendum on the November Ballot for the citizens of Belmont to vote either in favor for or against the establishment of an ABC Board and an ABC store,” said Schrift. “There is evidence that a local store would generate revenue and in my opinion the revenues could over time become the third largest source of fund-

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In addition to the revenue, the construction of an ABC store could offer a minor economic development opportunity as these locations often act as an anchor for other amenities and modern conveniences.

Alternatively, if the citizens of Belmont don’t want an ABC Store within the City they can vote against it on the referendum.”

Robbie and Caroline Delaney own Muddy River Distillery in East Belmont where they make their rum that’s sold in ABC stores across North Carolina- but not in Belmont.

“If we had a local store it would mean increased sales for us as well,” Robbie said.

“Also, the taxes per bottle would go to Belmont.”

But an ABC store in Belmont might not be an instant source of funds for the city. In Mount Holly, the ABC store there was opened in 2005, but it was only last year that the debt for land and building was paid off. Statistics from the state ABC Board FY2014-2015 showed municipal distribution to Mount Holly of $12,279. Cramerton’s ABC store is located in a small storefront and sent $71,704 to the town FY20132014.

Chronicle Mill owner and developer John Church was one of the first to approach the Belmont council about an ABC store. Last month String Bean restaurant owner Chad Hutcheson presented

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“It’s time to get started on this,” Church said. “When wine and beer sales were approved years ago the alcohol

argument was resolved. As Belmont grows and commerce with it, we need to keep those revenues here.”

Fireworks in Belmont The City of Belmont will have a fireworks display on Friday, July 3 after the Friday Night Live downtown concert by Coming Up

Brass. Bring your chairs and blankets to sit on while the sky is filled with the thrilling display of pyrotechnics.

Juneteenth event set for June 27 at Stowe Park The City of Belmont, in partnership with the Belmont Juneteenth Committee, and the Belmont Merchant’s Association, will hold their annual Juneteenth event on June 27 from 2-9pm in Stowe Park.

It is the only such event in Gaston County.

Juneteenth is celebrated to commemorate the 1865 announcement of the abolition of slavery in the state of Texas, as well as the general emancipation of African-American citizens. It also encourages continuous self-development and respect for all cultures.

The city and committee invite Lincoln and Cleveland Counties to join them to make the event a tri-county celebration.

This year marks the 150th anniversary of the 1865 announcement and a milestone year for celebration. The Belmont event will be a cultural festival of arts, crafts, food, music and more, including a pavilion dedication ceremony in honor of the late Miss Elsie Grier, one of Belmont’s leading African-American civic activists and visionaries.

Event posters feature “First You Have To Believe” by renowned, local artist Juan Logan. Mr. Logan has also contributed a limited number of signed prints. The prints will be presented to major event contributors.

Live Remote by Radio One Old School 105.3 will also be broadcasting during the event. Scheduled performers and participants include: Kojo Bey, Drum4Life Drum Circle – 2PM - 5 PM; James “Tootie” Hogan, Jazz and R&B Guitarist - 3 PM; Caleb Davis, MultiGenre Musician - 4 PM; Buff Dillard, Jazz Trombonist - 5 PM - 7 PM; Image, Soul Band – 7 PM - 9 PM.

Events Emcees will include: Toni Tupponce, A Sign of the Times; Jonell Logan, The Harvey Gantt Center for African-American Arts & Culture; Food Vendors will include: Brenda’s Cake Gallery; Dave & Fran’s Soul Food Cafe: Peaches -n- Cream The Grill Sergeant; Tony T’zzz Grill on Wheels; The Pita Wheel; Vanessa’s Divine Dining – Homemade Jam. Booth Vendors will include: Charles Jesse Bynum Reid Foundation; Community Blood Center of the Carolinas; Daraja Imports; Dawn Olensky – Apparel; Gaston County Board of Elections; Georgia Ellebie – Jewelry; Heavenly Scent Candle Company; Jordyn Scheitler- Miss Gaston Teen USA 2016 Keisha Byrd - Paper Bag Quilt Craft Station; Marina Thomas - “On My Queen Behavior” T-shirts; Monique Floyd Photography; Obey Foundation – Drums 4 Life; R&P Emporium; Stowe YMCA - Bounce House.

Event Sponsors will include: 3M Productions; Neil Brock and Associates, Inc. Nationwide. Others to be announced.

Confirmed Event Donors will include: Juan Logan, Artist; Belmont Foursquare Church; Creative Solutions; Queen of the Apostles Catholic Church.

For additional information, you may contact Delta P Sanders at (704) 674-5144 or BelmontNCJuneteenth@gmail.com . Visit www.CityofBelmont.org and www.facebook.com/cityofbelmont. Vendor information is available at www.CityofBelmont.org.

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Tragedy comes to Catawba River with two drownings

By Alan Hodge alan.bannernews@gmail.com

Two drownings and a possible third one over a three day period kept first responders busy from last Friday to Monday morning.

Two of the cases proved fatal and the third one remains a mystery.

Two witnesses called Belmont Fire Dept. about 11:30am Friday morning and reported seeing a white male jump from the I85S bridge into the Catawba River.

“The witnesses said they stopped and looked over the side of the bridge but didn’t see him,” said John Foulk with Belmont Fire Dept. “The water where he jumped is about ten feet deep.”

The calls brought a swarm of rescue, fire, and police officers to the boat landing behind Dale’s Superette on Wilkinson Blvd.

Entities on the scene included Belmont Fire Dept., Mt. Holly Fire Dept., Char-Meck Police,Belmont Police, GEMS, West Meck Fire Dept., Charlotte Fire Dive Team, Stanley Rescue, Charlotte Rescue 10, and Community Fire Dept.

Rescuers used side scan sonar and divers until late in the afternoon, but never found a

body.

“We searched the river and the bank,” said West Meck VFD chief Scott Hunter. “We did all we could.”

The jumper was described as a white male, slim build, 19-22 years old, dirty blonde hair, wearing blue shorts.

Saturday saw rescue squads back at the river and at Dales in response to a drowning near the Whitewater Center. Witnesses said a man paddled his kayak to the shore around 4pm, took off his life jacket, then got back in the river. He did not surface. This time, the victim’s body was found in about ten feet of water at 6:30pm by members of the same dive crew that had searched the river on Friday for the I-85S bridge jumper.

Early Monday morning tragedy again came to the Catawba River when a 19-year-old counselor at YMCA Camp Thunderbird drowned early Monday morning in Lake Wylie. According to the York County Sheriff’s Office the body was found around 4am. Officials said two camp counselors jumped off the Buster Boyd Bridge around 2am and one of the men failed to surface. The York County Coroner’s Office identified the man as Jerimiah Tate.

First responders assembled at the boat ramp behind Dale’s Superette on Friday and Saturday waiting on word about drowning victims. Friday’s search for a man who jumped off I-85S bridge came up empty, but on Saturday a kayaker’s body was recovered near the Whitewater Center.

Protect yourself these hot days The temperatures are scorching, it’s humid and the air conditioning won’t stop running. Wait, we’ve been waiting for this all year long—summer, that is! If you’re not careful, summer’s heat can sneak up on you and can be dangerous to your health. The best defense for summer heat is prevention.

Follow these helpful tips from Dr. M. Jay Petruska at CaroMont Family MedicineBelmont to keep you and your loved ones happy and healthy this summer!

Drink Up- Regardless of your activity level, you need to drink lots of fluids. Minimize your intake of alcohol and beverages that are carbonated or contain caffeine when temperatures are high, as they can cause you to lose more fluid and can lead to dehydration. Common signs that you are dehydrated are: dry mouth, fatigue, decreased urine output, urine that is darker than normal, headache, dry skin and dizziness.

If you experience any combination of these symptoms, seek immediate medical attention.

Stay Cool- Getting overheated can be serious in any situation, especially during summer when temperatures are up in the triple digits.

Heat stroke and heat exhaustion are particularly threatening to people who work

Dr. M. Jay Petruska outdoors, young children and older adults. If you’re able, stay indoors where it’s cooler and air conditioned. If you don’t have air conditioning, go to a shopping center or public space to keep your body cool even if it’s only for a few hours.

If you can’t avoid being outdoors, seek shaded areas.

Limit your outdoor activity to morning and evening hours and if you’re exercising outside, drink plenty of fluids (2-4 glasses of non-alcoholic beverages every hour). Some sports drinks are good and can help to replace the salt and minerals you lose when you sweat, but talk to your doctor first, particularly if you’re on a low-salt diet.

Wear Protective Gear- It’s never a good idea to forgo sunscreen if you’re planning to be outside—no matter your skin type. Direct exposure to the sun can be harmful, especially during the middle part of the day. Wear sunscreen

that contains an SPF of 15 or higher and opt for lotions that are labeled “broad spectrum” or UVA/UVB protection.”

For added protection, wear a wide-brimmed hat and sunglasses to protect your face and eyes. It’s also best to wear light-colored, loosefitting clothing to stay cool.

Watch Out for Each Other- Anyone can suffer from a heat-related illness, but some people are more vulnerable. Older adults, children and those who already have a medical illness, especially people with heart disease or high blood pressure, are at a greater risk for heat-related illness. Make a point to make extra visits (twice a day) to see older adults if they’re living alone to watch for signs of heat stroke or exhaustion. Children require more frequent supervision. Never leave anyone in a parked car during periods of high summer heat, and this includes animals.

During hot weather, heat build-up in a closed or nearly closed car happens quickly and intensely to temperatures over 120 degrees. Children and pets can die from heat stroke in a matter of minutes when left in a closed car.

Dr. Petruska is a physician at CaroMont Family Medicine in Belmont located at 209 Park Street, Suite 100, Belmont, NC.

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Officers look pensively towards the Catawba River near Belmont where one possible and one certain drowning took place last week. Another drowning took place early Monday morning on Lake Wylie.

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Mt. Holly Parks and Recreation events calendar Mt. Holly Parks and Recreation has a number of upcoming events. On July 2 there will be a big fireworks display downtown.

The event will start at 6:30 with “Coming Up Brass” performing on stage. There will be a Kid Zone as well as food and drink. The fireworks will start at 9pm. Bring a chair or blanket to sit on.

Mt. Holly Parks and Rec. also has Athletic Camps planned. Challenger Soccer cap will be July 13-16 ages 6-14, register at www.

challengersports.com. Lacrosse Camp will be August 4-6 at Tuckaseege Park. Register at www.milacrosse.org. HQ4 Baseball and Softball Camp will be August 3-6, ages 7-15.

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Coaches are needed during July. Soccer ages 3-adult; Girls volleyball ages 9-15; baseball ages 7-12.

For more information contact Gil Aguirre at 704-951-3024 or email gil.aguirre@ mtholly.us.

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June 2015 calendar of events A number of exciting and educational events will be taking place in Gaston County during June and the following weeks.

June 1 thru September 7 – “Tony’s Ice Cream’s 100th Anniversary Exhibit at The Schiele” This tradition started in 1915 as a push cart business, owned and operated by Carmine Coletta. Tony’s has stood the test of time and remains one of the landmarks in Gaston County. Tony’s is located at 604 E. Franklin Blvd. in Gastonia. The exhibit at Schiele Museum will

include several items used in the business throughout its history, including scoops (one has Carmine Coletta’s initials engraved on it), an ice cream machine, milkshake machine, a replica of Carmine’s original push cart, and milk cans. The exhibit will replicate a 1960s-era ice cream shop. Bring the family for a taste of history! For more details call 704-8677085.

June 1 thru September 30 – “The Solar System: A Journey of Exploration” Schiele Museum, 10:00AM The museum is located at

1500 East Garrison Blvd. in Gastonia. Be the first in your neighborhood to see our new feature exhibit and enjoy a day of out-of-this-world family-friendly activities.

Discover astronomy through hands-on activities and go on a Solar System scavenger hunt. Take a safe glimpse at the sun through a special solar telescope. Don’t forget to catch a show in the James H. Lynn Planetariumprograms are free in honor of this special event. For more details call 704-866-6908 or visit www.schielemuseum. org.

June 2 thru August 9 – “Crafting Earth & Sky: Billie Ruth and Doug Sudduth” – Gaston County Museum, Billie Ruth Sudduth is a widely acclaimed basket maker living in the North Carolina Mountains. Her works are in many public and private collections including the Smithsonian Institution’s Renwick Gallery. In 1997, she was named a North Carolina Living Treasure, the state’s highest honor for creative excellence in the field of crafts. Doug Sudduth first developed an interest in photography during his mili-

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June thru September 30 – “Spy Tech Cruise In” – Downtown Belmont, 6:00PM-9:00PM ~ Every Wednesday evening through September, classic cars converge on Belmont for the Spy Tech Cruise In. The event is free and open to the public. Come and show your classic vehicle or come just to look and enjoy an evening in beautiful downtown Belmont. Classic car owners get a free ticket for a chance for meals or gas. Choose from 10 restaurants within a twoblock walk, plus other shops, a park and playground for the children, plus… during this event there will be a DJ spinning beach music! For more details call Skip Graham at 704-825-4113 or email him at spyskip@gmail.com. (No rain dates) June 4 through August 31 – “Garden Nights” – Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden The Garden’s hours on Thursdays will be extended until 9:00PM. Regular Garden admission applies. Garden Nights gives you the opportunity to come and enjoy the Garden in the evening. The Wine Nook will be open and ZimSculpt’s curators will lead guided tours at 7:00PM each week through July 9th. For more details call 704-825-4490 or visit www.DSBG.org.

June 12 thru September 4 – “17th Annual Blues Out Back Free Concert Series” – Gaston County Museum, 6:30PM-8:00PM/ the concerts will be held the second Friday of each month May until September. The museum encourages folks to bring blankets, lawn chairs, and a picnic for an evening of great music with friends and family. For more details call 704-922-7681 or email the museum at museum@ gastongov.com.

June 26 – “Country Fest” – Gastonia Grizzlies ~ Sims Legion Park, this event starts at Noon The Park is located at 1001 N. Marietta Street in Gastonia. For more details

call 704-866-8622 or visit www.gastoniagrizzlies.com.

June 27 – “Juneteenth Celebration” – Stowe Park~ Downtown Belmont, 2:00PM-9:00PM The City of Belmont in partnership with the Belmont Juneteenth Committee, and the Belmont Merchant Association, invites you to be part of their 2015 Juneteenth Celebration, the only such event in Gaston County.

Juneteenth is celebrated to commemorate the 1865 announcement of the abolition of slavery in the state of Texas, as well as the general emancipation of AfricanAmerican citizens. This year marks the 150th anniversary of the 1865 announcement and a milestone year for celebration. The Belmont event will be a cultural festival of arts, crafts, food, music, and more! For more details call the City of Belmont Parks and Recreation Department at 704-901-2068.

June 27 – “Cramerton Independence Day Celebration with Music and Fireworks” – Cramerton Town Center, 8:00AM-9:15PM / Come and enjoy the celebration with family and friends at this free event located at 155 N. Main Street in Cramerton. There will be disc golf tournaments, cornhole tournaments, Bark in the Park from 8AM2:00PM. Food and beverage vendors will be available for you. Live music begins at 6:00PM, provided by Skate Rink Jukebox and fireworks to follow at 9:15PM. For more details call the Parks and Recreation Dept. at 704824-4231 or visit www.cramerton.org.

June 27 thru September 26 – “Community Concert & Cruise In” – Bessemer City, 6:00PM This event is every 4th Saturday in downtown Bessemer City on W. Virginia Avenue. Come and enjoy live music, classic cars with free car entries and a lot of family fun! Tonight, come and enjoy music with the “Swash Tones”! For more details please visit www.bessemercity.com.

June 29 – “Kids Run the Ballpark” – Gastonia Grizzlies ~ Sims Legion Park, 7:30PM The Park is located at 1001 N. Marietta Street in Gastonia. For more details call 704-866-8622 or visit www.gastoniagrizzlies.com.

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Obituaries Charles Glenn Drumm Mount HollyCharles Glenn Drumm, 82, passed away on Sunday June 14, 2015. He was born in Gaston County, son of the late Clarence and Allie Treadway Drumm. He was preceded in DRUMM death by a son Charles Glenn Drumm and a brother Frank Drumm. He was a member of the Lutheran Church of the

Harvey Staton Belmont- Harvey Staton, 66, of Belmont, passed away peacefully June 18, 2015 at his residence. Mr. Staton was born on August 31, 1948 in Charlotte to the late Jim and Opal Staton.

He was also preSTATON ceded by his brother Ronnie “T Bone”

Good Shepherd and was active in Senior Olympics. Mr. Drumm was a US Navy Veteran.

He is survived by his wife of 55 years Barbara Byers Drumm; one son Carroll Drumm of Mount Holly; two brothers Jim Drumm of Stanley and Jack Drumm of Mount Holly; two sisters Ruth Grier of Mount Holly and Doris Starnes of Mount Holly; two grandsons Jerry Drumm and wife Carmen of Mount Holly and Steven Drumm and wife Nikki of Stanley; two great grandchildren Adam and Blake Drumm.

A service to celebrate the life of Mr.

Drumm was held 4:30pm Wednesday June 17, 2015 at the Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd with Reverend Cuttino Alexander officiating. Burial followed at Hillcrest Gardens Cemetery.

The family received friends one hour prior to the service at the church.

Memorials may be made to Hospice of Gaston County, PO Box 3984 Gastonia NC 28054.

Condolence messages may be sent to the family at www.woodlawnfuneral.org Woodlawn Funeral Home in Mount Holly, NC served the family.

Staton, Von Staton and Larry Staton.

A member of Goshen Freewill Baptist church where he served as a Deacon. He loved his family dearly and also his gospel music and had worked at Freightliner over 29 years.

Survivors include his loving wife of 47 years, Vickie Staton. children Cassandra Caldarone and husband Giorgio and Gina Ledford along with four grandchildren, Austin and Gracie Ledford and Danica and Leo Caldarone.

A Celebration of Life Service was held at 3:00 PM Sunday June 21 at Goshen Freewill Baptist Church with Rev. Clayton Burch officiating. Inurnment was private.

In lieu of flowers please send memorials to Goshen Freewill Baptist Church, 1300 W. Catawba Ave., Mt. Holly, NC 28120.

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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

God can help you change As a vegan, I am often asked the most interesting questions about my health.

I also find it interesting my carnivore friends are never asked where they get their chlorophyll, soluble or insoluble fiber. The most popular questions for a vegetarian/vegan are, “What do you Rev. Angela Pleasants eat? Where do you get your protein or First United calcium?” These are very common ques- Methodist Church, tions because people are interested. I was Mount Holly younger when I became a vegetarian. I did not enter into it lightly since I know many unhealthy vegetarians.

So, I first met with my doctor who commended me then referred me to a nutritionist. After learning about food combinations and how to prepare meals that are well balanced I was ready to begin my new lifestyle. It was over a year ago I made the move from vegetarian to vegan. Another question I am often asked, “Don’t you miss eating meat.” I can honestly say no. I have forgotten the taste of meat.

Someone who eats meat daily finds that very hard to comprehend.

When someone makes changes in their lifestyle in the beginning, it will be difficult. I call it “brain triggers.” A person has developed habits over the years. As a result, the brain no longer uses conscious effort to remember we automatically lean toward that habit. Test it for yourself. If you go to a particular cabinet every day for something change the item to another cabinet. You will find yourself automatically going toward the first cabinet the item was placed. “The slave does not remain in the house forever; the son remains forever. So if the Son sets you free, you will be freed indeed.” John 8:35-36 ESV. So, if Jesus has set us free from the bondage of sin and death then why do we sometimes live like we are still in sin and death? We have “flesh triggers.” Just as I had to learn how to live with my new lifestyle free from meat, we must learn to live in our new lifestyle as children of God. “Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.”

Romans 12:2 ESV. We accomplish this through a continual relationship with God. Daily we learn to set our minds on things that are holy, pure and righteous. It is through God’s Spirit that we have an indwelling that will continually renew us daily. Understanding the will of God is to move from a self-focused life to a God-focused life.

Trust God and live in freedom His freedom.

Ebenezer United Methodist Chu Church rch 120 Belmont-Mt Holly Rd Belmont • NC

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

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.

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

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

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African sculpture exhibition extends stay at DSBG

Members of the NSDAR gathered recently in Kentucky. Eva Ann Via (third from right) from Belmont was among those who attended. Also in attendance was NSDAR President General Lynn Young (aqua dress and sash).

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NSDAR celebrate Daniel Boone Trail Submitted by Eva Ann Via On June 13, 2015 one hundred-thirty members of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution, including members of the William Gaston Chapter, met at Cumberland Gap National Park, Middlesboro, KY to celebrate the centennial DAR marking of the Daniel Boone Trail.

Four states participated in the original marking of the trail with monuments in North Carolina, Tennessee, Kentucky and Virginia.

The flat-topped pyramid-shaped monument at Cumberland Gap has a bronze plaque on each side denoting each state.

The idea for marking the Daniel Boone Trail originated in North Carolina. The first evidence of the DAR’s project came in 1912 in Asheville with Mrs. Lindsay Patterson of Winston-Salem, NC reporting on plans.

The following are excerpts from the book Trailing Daniel Boone – Daughters of the American Revolution Marking Daniel Boone’s Trail 1912-1915 Author, Randell Jones.

“Those settlers who ventured westward endured freezing wind, rain, and snow, swollen rivers they had to swim, unruly and uncooperative beasts of burden, attacks by wild animals, uncertain food supplies, and the constant fear, if not the fact, of hostile acts by those people of another culture who were trying desperately to protect their hunting lands from invading trespassers. Yet these pioneers dared to go, and they did so for meager opportunity---the mere promise of a chance to build a better life.

In 1775, Judge Richard Henderson hired Daniel Boone to mark a trail for these hardy souls to follow. It ran from the east side of the Appalachian Mountains, through the Cumberland Gap, and then on to the lands of “Caintuck,” which Henderson had leased from the Cherokees. He had treated with the Cherokees at Sycamore Shoals during March and concluded what was called the Transylvania Purchase, including the “Great Grant” and the “Path Deed,” the latter providing for unmolested passage through the Cherokees’ lands to the Cumberland Gap. …Boone left the treaty while it was still in progress, and on March 17, with a group of men who joined him at the Long Island of the Holston, he began to mark what became known as Boone’s Trace.

Henderson and additional settlers would follow along in only a few days. Hundreds of thousands would follow in the next 20 years and countless numbers more after the building of the Wilderness Road.

In 1915, during the 25th anniversary of the founding of the Daughters of the American Revolution, Daniel Boone’s Trail had been successfully marked. Cast iron and bronze tablets stood witness to that effort for another century, reminding Americans not only of the pioneers so honored, but reminding Americans today, as well, that some people do not forget. They take as their patriotic duty and as their responsibility as citizens the task of helping everyone remember, honor, and cherish America’s treasured heritage. Such was then and remains today---a full century later---the purpose, mission, and service of the Daughters of the American Revolution.”

Pottery Fest at Kings Mountain “Earth and Fire” Pottery Fest opens Saturday June 27, from 6-8 p.m. at Southern Arts Society (the old depot) 301 N. Piedmont Ave., Kings Mountain, N.C.. Over 20 regional potters will have their wares for sale. The reception is free and open to the public. Many of the potters will be on hand to meet the public and live music will be provided by the Log Cabin String Band.

Traditional folkware pottery will be available along with contemporary artistic creations. All sales are ‘cash and carry’ (SASI also accepts visa and MC). “Earth and Fire” is sponsored by Historic Kings Mountain Tourism and Development Authority and Southern Arts Society. Southern Arts Society is located in the old Southern Railway train depot and makes the perfect setting to show off the time honored tradition of pottery hand made from earth and fire.

Here are the potters who will be at the

Festival: Judy Abdelaziz, Kenneth Beam, Dianna Bessette, Ronald Blackburn, Lea Chrisawn, Charles Chrisco, Renee Clemmer, Deborah Gerard, Vicki Gill, Allen Griffin, Debra Hood, Dorothy Houlditch, J. Doug Knotts, Richard Lee, Molly Lithgo, Barry Lockman, Renee Matthews, Rick J. Moss, John & Jan Myers, Katherine Petke, Carol Picard and Jim Rientjes.

Earth and Fire Pottery Fest will continue through July 24.

Southern Arts Society (the old train depot), 301 N. Piedmont Ave., Kings Mountain, NC. Gallery and gift shop hours are Tuesday - Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Currently on exhibit: “Earth and Fire” featuring traditional and artistic pottery of the Carolina’s June 27 through July 24. Admission is free. For more information call 704-739-5585.

ZimSculpt, a Shona sculpture exhibition of hundreds of pieces from Zimbabwe, has seen enormous success at Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden for the second year in a row. Due to its tremendous popularity again this year, the display will now extend an additional week through Sunday, July 19.

In May, the exhibition’s first month back at the Garden this year, nearly 20,000 visitors from 47 states toured the Garden and ZimSculpt exhibition. The Garden saw a 31% increase in attendance over the same period of the previous year. It’s expected to attract well over 28,000 people to the Garden before it leaves and could bring between $1 and $2.4 million from travelers alone into the local economy, based on statistics from the state of North Carolina.

To celebrate ZimSculpt’s extended stay, the Garden is hosting a ZimSculpt Photo

Contest online. Amateur photographers are invited to submit their favorite photograph of ZimSculpt by visiting the “Photo Contest” tab on Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden’s Facebook page or at http://woobox.com/hq6two.

The public is also invited to vote for their favorite photographs. All entries and votes must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. on July 1. Winners will receive a Garden membership or admission tickets and will be notified by July 3.

Through July 19, visitors will continue to have the opportunity to both view and

purchase the unique and exotic works of ZimSculpt.

Visitors are encouraged to explore the Garden multiple times as new sculptures will be on display in place of those purchased making the exhibition different with each visit. Visitors can also shop from a selection of African art and jewelry, meet with two artists in residence from Zimbabwe who will be sculpting by hand live at the Garden, and speak with the curators. The curators will also continue tours at 7 p.m. every Thursday evening for the duration of the show.

The exhibition is free with Garden admission. Garden members admitted free, $12.95 adults, $11.95 seniors 60+, and $6.95 children 2-12.

The Garden is open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily and 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Thursdays. For more information call (704) 8254490 or visit www.DSBG. org.

This shot shows action from Gaston Dance Theatre’s production of the “Lion King”.

Photo by Ramsey Lyric

Gaston Dance Theatre offers camp Gaston Dance Theatre was founded in 1981 as a serious school of Classical Ballet Dance. It has morphed to a broader reach to access changing tastes but continues to offer fine quality dance instruction, teaching ‘The Art of Dance, not just a Dance’ in a variety of mediums.

The School offers classes in Classical and Contemporary Ballet, Modern, Jazz & Tap classes. The young set enjoys classical movement and Kinderdance classes as well. Partial scholarships are available for our students.

Gaston Dance has been producing full theatrical dance productions for over 25 years.

Its annual production of ‘The Nutcracker’ as well as a changing Spring performance happen each year. Last year GDT presented ‘West Side Story’, this year ‘The Lion King’.

Both productions were choreographed and directed by artistic/Executive Director Tammy Fox. Any dancer aged 8 and up is welcome to audition for either of the productions during the scheduled audition dates.

GDT Contemporary Ensemble Group performs throughout the year at various community events as well, sometimes in conjunction with other non profit groups.

All these activites are supported through GDT classes, ticket receipt, donations and some grant money. helps Gaston Dance offer free tickets to special student performances performed on the Friday morning of the weekend performances for our Title 1 & community schools. GDT offers very reduced tickets to numerous other groups such as the Boys & Girls clubs of Gaston County as well.

This sumer GDT is offering a special production camp - Newsies. It is open to any dancer with some dance experience ages 12+ who wants to apply. It is an intensive 2 week program spent learning choreography, staging and acting skills tthrough dance technique.

The camp runs 2 weeks July 20-31 with 2 stage performances following the culmination (July 31@ 7:30 & Aug 1 @ 1pm) Cost for the 2 weeks $400 which includes all production costs associated with the theatrical presentation.

Gaston Dance Theatre is located in St.Stephens Church/Unity Place, 201 W. Franklin Blvd, Gastonia. For more info: GastonDanceTheatre.com/ gdt@gastondance. com/ 704-865-5943.

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May 2015 yards of the month Keep Belmont Beautiful has named its Yards of the Month for May 2015.

Photos courtesy Judy Closson

James Coren - 502 N. Main Street

Tanner Smith – 207 North Main Street

KBB has also named Page Primary School, Ms. Zickefoose’s class, as its Campus of the Month.

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Belmont Akita Express Japanese Grill 503 S. Central Ave. Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 829-5002 Arby’s 700 Park St. Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 825-4950 Beijing To Go 1420 Perfection Ave. Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 827-5838 Belmont Food & Beverage 101 Kenwood St. Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 829-7788 Belmont Soda Shop 31 N. Main St. Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 461-8580 Bojangles 6450 W. Wilkinson Blvd.

Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 825-3562 Brenda’s Cake Gallery 11 S. Main St. Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 825-2253 Buddy’s BBQ Inc. 5945 W. Wilkinson Blvd.

Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 825-8777 Cafe Internet 508 Beaty Rd. Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 820-8040 Captain’s Cap 670 Park St. Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 825-4103 Caravan Coffee & Dessert Bar 11 S. Main St. Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 829-7711 Catfish Cove 1401 Armstrong Ford Rd. Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 825-3332 Cherubs Cafe 23 N. Main St. Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 825-0414 Chick-Fil-A 801 Park St. Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 825-8600 Cowboys BS 1420 Perfection Ave. Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 820-8653

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DINING GUIDE

Dairy Queen 7015 W. Wilkinson Blvd.

Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 825-5106

Pizza Hut 685 Park St. Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 825-7335

White Restaurant 417 Catawba St. Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 825-3886

Jack In The Box 102 College View Dr. Dallas, NC 28034 (704) 922-9178

Demetrios Restaurant 6928 W. Wilkinson Blvd.

Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 825-0057

Queen’s Seafood 1401 Armstrong Ford Rd. Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 825-3332

Wingstreet 685 Park St. Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 825-7335

Just Cookin 1108 E. Main St. Dallas, NC 28034 (704) 922-7031

Dunkin’ Donuts 6751 E. Wilkinson Blvd.

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Reach Out of The Box 360 Glen Arbor St. Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 825-3446

Yum Yums Pizza Shop 501 Woodlawn Ave. Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 820-8900

KFC 1003 Dallas Cherryville Hwy. Dallas, NC 28034 (704) 923-0901

Friends Sports Bar & Grill 16 N. Main St. Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 825-1401

Rita’s Family Restaurant 108 Beaty Rd. Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 820-2894

Glenway Premium Pub 55 Glenway St., Belmont, NC 29012 (704) 829-7717

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Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 820-8611 Hardee’s 611 N. Main St. Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 825-3272 Hover & Ranucci Family Rest 403 Catawba St. Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 825-4472 Johnny B’s Pizza 106 N. Main St. Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 825-8900 KFC 6813 W. Wilkinson Blvd.

Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 825-8817 McDonalds 505 N. Main St. Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 825-9711 New China 6517 W. Wilkinson Blvd.

Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 829-1010 Old Stone Steak House 23 S. Main St. Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 825-9995 Papa John’s Pizza 6511 W. Wilkinson Blvd.

Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 825-4339 Peace-N-Hominy Q Shack 403 E. Catawba St. • Ste 200 Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 464-7647 Peet’s Coffee & Tea 701 Hawley Ave. Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 825-8885

Sammys Neighborhood Pub 25 S. Main St. Belmont NC 28012 (704) 825-4266 Simmonetti’s Pizza 6432 W. Wilkinson Blvd.

Belmont, NC 28012 (704)825-5555 Southpoint Grill 1901 S. Point Rd. Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 829-1043 String Bean The Fresh Market & Deli 106 N. Main St. Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 825-3636 Sub Corral Sandwich Shop 6831 W. Wilkinson Blvd.

Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 825-5466 Subway 610 Park St. Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 825-7827 Taco Bell 6805 W Wilkinson Blvd.

Belmont, NC 28012 (704)825-9231 Taxco Mexican Grill 6418 W. Wilkinson Blvd.

Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 825-2108 Waffle House 603 Park St. Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 825-2177 Wendy’s 660 Park St. Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 825-3286

Cramerton Asian Garden 202 Market St. Cramerton, NC 28032 (704) 824-8318 Center Street Tavern 115 Center St. Cramerton, NC 28032 (704) 823-3000 Georgios Restaurant 202 Market St. Cramerton, NC 28032 (704) 824-2220

Dallas Arby’s 1009 Dallas Cherryville Hwy. Dallas, NC 28034 (704) 922-8087 Bojangles 1017 Dallas Cherryville Hwy. Dallas,NC 28034 (704) 922-3526 Burger King 3100 Dallas/HighShoals Hwy. Dallas, NC 28034 (704) 922-5053 Clemmer’s Country Kitchen 1313 Old Dallas Rd. Dallas, NC 28034 (704) 922-8384 Dallas Fresh Seafood Market 3110 Dallas/High Shoals Hwy Dallas, NC 28034 (704) 923-8223 Dallas Fish Box 1031 Lower Dallas Hwy. Dallas, NC 28034 (704) 922-8930 Dairy Queen 108 College View Dr. Dallas, NC 28034 (704) 922-5051 Domino’s Pizza 3130 Dallas High Shoals Hwy. Dallas, NC 28034 (704) 922-7665 Double Dragon Chinese Restaurant 3130 Dallas High Shoals Hwy. Dallas, NC 28034 (704) 923-8030

Long Creek Fish Fry 1425 Lower Dallas Hwy. Dallas, NC 28034 (704) 922-3998

McAdenville Little Village Restaurant 129 Main St. McAdenville, NC 28101 (704) 824-3624

Mount Holly Billys Barbeque Family Restaurant 1127 W. Charlotte Ave. Mount Holly, NC 28120 (704) 827-8747 China Two Mt Holly 595 Highland St. Mount Holly, NC 28120 (704) 827-8090

McDonald’s 3117 Dallas High Shoals Hwy. Dallas, Nc 28034 (704) 922-8335

Sake Express Inc. of Mount Holly 349 W. Charlotte Ave. Mount Holly, NC 28120 (704) 827-4819

North Star Seafood 2150 Dallas High Shoals Hwy. Dallas, NC 28034 (704) 922-7715

Vasileious Italian Kitchen 200 S. Main St. Mount Holly, NC 28120 (704) 820-8539

Peet’s Coffee & Tea 715 W. Trade St. Dallas, NC 28034 (704) 922-6791 Subway 3129 Dallas High Shoals Hwy. Dallas, NC 28034 (704) 922-1001 Tavern On The Square 602 Queens Dr. Dallas, NC 28034 (704) 922-5425 Tommy’s Drive In 2708 Gastonia Dallas Hwy. Dallas, NC 28034 (704) 922-9099 The Country Kitchen 116 E. Main St. Dallas, NC 28034 (704) 922-9597 Waffle House 1100 Dallas Cherryville Hwy. Dallas, NC 28034 (704) 922-9648

Stanley Bojangles 541 N. 27 W. Stanley, NC 28164 (704) 263-4532 Burger King 501 North 27 West Stanley, NC 28164 (704) 263-9050 China Garden 190 E. Dallas Rd. Stanley, NC 28164 (704) 263-8788 Niko’s Grill 124 N. Main St. Stanley, NC 28164 (704) 263-1311 Pizza Hut 511 N. 27 West Stanley, NC 28164 (704) 263-4999

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Red Burrito 441 N. 27 West Stanley, NC 28164 (704) 263-1221

125 North Main Restaurant 125 N. Main St. Lowell, NC 28098 (704) 879-4073

Subway 107 E. Dallas Rd. Stanley, NC 28164 (704) 263-7350

Greg’s Family Restaurant 125 N. Main St. Lowell, NC 28098 (704) 879-4073

Wendy’s 414 N 27 West Stanley, NC 28164 (704) 263-2007

Hillbilly’s Barbeque & Steaks 720 McAdenville Rd. Lowell, NC 28098 (704) 824-8838

Woodshed Restaurant 212 S. Main St. Stanley, NC 28164 (704) 263-1030

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GCS high school students attend Commissioners’ School Fifty-six students from Gaston County Schools attended the James S. Forrester Commissioners’ School of Excellence (CSE) June 14-26 at Belmont Abbey College.

CSE is a unique, two-week summer residential learning experience for rising tenth graders in Gaston County. It is similar to the prestigious Governor’s School of North Carolina program, which is for high school juniors.

“The Commissioners’ School provides outstanding enrichment opportunities for our most promising high school students,” stated Superintendent of Schools W. Jeffrey Booker.

“The program requires students to concentrate on developing their leadership skills, which prepares them to assume immediate roles as high school leaders and future roles as Gaston County leaders.”

CSE students were chosen based on academic performance, extracurricular activities, leadership potential, selfmotivation, and written expression. The number of students selected from each school is based on the school’s size.

Participants had an opportunity to attend seminars, take field trips, work with community leaders, hear renowned guest speakers, participate in a variety of performances, and enjoy many hands-on experiences. Lessons and activities involve problem-solving, teamwork, critical thinking, communication, and community service.

The program is funded by the Gaston County Commissioners and operated by Gaston County Schools in cooperation with local colleges – there is no cost to students. It is named for the late Senator James S. Forrester, who was an adamant supporter of the school and helped to ensure its early success.

Local students selected for the Commissioners’ School Class of 2015: East Gaston High School- Hunter Angstadt, Trevor Larter, Nicholas Smith, Mackenzie Styles, Madison Teno, Joni Wagoner.

South Point High School- Allyson Adams, Ella Dunham, Sophie Hanafin, Jessica Helton, Priya Kosana, Robert Mageau.

Stuart W. Cramer High School- Sydney Baxter, Logan Mantooth, April Moore, Ekta Patel, Katherine Sales, Emma Schuler.

Other students who attended included:Meghan Eze - Gaston Day School; Karrington Brown - Mountain Island Charter School; Megan Hastings - Piedmont Charter; Payton Prince Payton - Gaston Christian.

Gaston Schools offers summer lunch Just because students are out of school doesn’t mean some kids must miss lunch. To help prevent that, Gaston County Schools Nutrition has offered the Summer Feeding Program for fifteen years.

“We generally serve 1,000 breakfast meals and 2,500 lunches in one week when all sites are operating,” said Frank Fields, director of nutrition for GCS. “This year we have modified the menu to include a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables. Also, we have included new menu items requested from past summer feeding participants, such as a chef salads and more turkey sandwich options.”

The program continues to expand.

“Seven years ago we had about twenty five sites, now we are at fifty three sites this year,” said Fields. Cafeteria Managers and Assistants are employed during the summer to prepare meals for all of the sites. Food is delivered to participating sites each day by School Nutrition drivers. Our mission for this program is the same during the school year as well as the summer, which is to provide nutritious and appealing meals to children in our county. This program is extremely valuable to children who may not have food at home and depend on it to provide nourishment during the summer.”

Local places where the program is offered include: Camp Grace, 210 School Rd., Belmont; Common Ground Campus, 5481 Hickory Grove Rd., Stanley; Catawba Heights Elementary, 101 Ivey St., Mt. Holly; East Gaston High, 1744 Lane Rd., Mt. Holly; Catawba Heights Park, 101 Beaty Rd., Mt. Holly; Read, Feed, Lead, 127 Glendale Ave., Mt. Holly; Grace baptist Church, 300 Westland Farm Rd., Mt. Holly; North Belmont Elementary, 210 School Rd., Belmont; South Point High, 906 South point Rd., Belmont; Pharr YMCA, 208 Main St., McAdenville; Stuart Cramer High, 101 Lakewood Dr., Belmont; YMCA,196 YMCA Dr., Belmont; Veterans Park, 12 E. Glendale Ave., Mt. Holly.

Visit http://www.gaston.k12.nc.us/cms/lib8/NC01911153/ Centricity/Domain/4/Summer%20Feeding%202015.pdf for contact information and times.

Mountain biking is a popular pastime at George Poston Park near Lowell.

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George Poston Park Trails named one of National Recreation Trails Prior to National Trails Day on Saturday, June 7, US Secretary of the Interior Sally Jewell and National Park Service Director Jonathan B. Jarvis designated 10 local and state trails as national recreation trails. These ten trails include George Poston Park, located at 1101 Lowell Spencer Mountain Road in Gastonia.

“Being named a National Recreation Trail is a great honor,” said Cathy Hart, director Gaston County Parks and Recreation. “We are very proud to work with Piedmont Area Singletrack Alliance and appreciate the hard work of

volunteers to build the trails. We look forward to adding more miles to the Poston Trail system in the future.

National recreation trail designation recognizes existing trails and trail systems that link communities to recreation opportunities. The trails at George Poston Park represent a collaborative effort between Gaston County Parks and Recreation and the Piedmont Area Singletrack Alliance. The stacked loop trail system features tight technical climbs and quick descents with beautiful runs along natural creeks, rock gardens, and thick woods. The Kid’s Bike Trail

offers beginners a feel for the Poston woods with a flat trail and short mileage. The system was built primarily for mountain biking but has become a popular destination for runners, hikers, dog walkers, and nature enthusiasts.

For more information on George Poston Park, please see the Gaston County Parks and Recreation website at https://www.gastongov.com//departments/parks-recreation or call 704-9222162. To learn more about the National Recreation Trails program, please see the attached news release from the US Department of the Interior.

Greater Gaston Endoscopy Center (GGEC) welcomed members and friends of the Montcross Area Chamber to its new facility for a “Network After Work” reception on Thursday, June 11. The 6,325-square-foot center at 920 Cox Road in Gastonia opened in April, with four physicians and two procedure rooms. Participants in the Chamber event toured the new facility, met staff members, enjoyed refreshments provided by H&M Catering and made many business connections. Some of the guests are shown in the photo along with staff members from GGEC. On the front row, from left, are Chamber Board Chair Melia Lyerly of Lyerly Agency, Dr. Sam Drake, Jessica Mooney, Dr. Neville Forbes, Lara Jordan (PE), Dr. Bill Watkins, Administrator Susan Ordway and Colleen Ferrell. Dr. Austin Osemeka attended but was not present for the photo. For more information on the GGEC, call 704.772.4455, or visit www.greatergastonendo.com. (Montcross Area Chamber photo) GGEC hosts Montcross Area Chamber

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Tyler Ramsey back home from South African adventure ICU, medical, and surgical ward where post-operation and emergency medicine patients are housed.

Well, today everything came to an end at The University of Johannesburg. We presented our experiences to the head of each department in health sciences. It was really sad that this day finally came but I am excited that the work of the presentation was over! I will post the cultural video that we made if you guys get time to watch it We came back and I started packing very efficiently so that I knew what the weight of my entire luggage was so that I wasn’t over the maximum!

I bought a lot of souvenirs and wine!

The Zambia group is flying in today so we hope that we can have a lot of fun tonight with them. When 17 people get in the house, it’s going to be a bit cramped but I am very excited to hear some American accents again!

This is the fourth and final installment in Cramerton native and Appalachian State student Tyler Ramsey’s trip to study and explore in South Africa.

Day 20, 21, 22, 23 Guts, gore, and more!

Tuesday was a very fun day! We went to Soweto, which is in the southern region of Johannesburg. This is where the very poor live. We shadowed the Homeopathy students and I saw three patients that day. The most interesting case was an influenza case and I decided to present on it for our final presentation we gave on Friday.

I took the patients vitals (blood pressure, pulse, glucose levels, and did a chest/lung examination with the stethoscope) to make sure pneumonia was ruled out. It was awesome that I was able to do all of this and was allowed! They would never let you do Day 25 The dreaded flight this in the states unless you had your Well today is the last day in Jo’burg CNA or RN degree. before we fly back to the states. It has After treating the patients, we been an incredible experience that I played some soccer with the local kids will never forget. A big thank you to before coming back to the lodge. On Wednesday we went to the Riverlea When Tyler Ramsey of Cramerton (second from right) and his fellow students/friends returned from their South my parents who gave me the opportuClinic, which is another rural clinic. African adventure and landed at Charlotte-Douglas International Airport, they got down and kissed the ground. nity to go, my professor Dr. Mowa for We saw HIV, TB, pregnant women, Photo courtesy Tyler Ramsey putting up with all of us for three and a half weeks, and the 7 other people that and psychiatric cases that were prito almost 0%! After visiting Riverlea, we came home to take made this trip far more special than I could ever imagine. I marily apart of the lower class in South Africa. have learned so much while studying abroad and I encourIt was really interesting to see how strict their HIV pre- a nap and ate a good dinner.

Yesterday was one of the neatest experiences I have had! age anyone that is afforded the opportunity, to do so before scriptions are on the people. According the nurse, if they don’t confiscate the drugs before they are all used so that We toured the Netcare Waterfall City hospital, which is pri- graduating. It has really broadened my views and helped me they can try a new treatment on the patient, then they will vate. These patients pay directly out of pocket to have “top become more globally minded.

Thank you to everyone that took the time to read my blog. distribute what they have left to other people. Because the notch” care. In the hospital, I got to see three surgeries take government subsidizes the medicine, they try and recollect place! It was absolutely incredible because I have never seen It’s been a very fun experience for me and has helped me reall of the unused pills so that they can service as many HIV someone split open and their organs hanging out everywhere. flect on each day. The Dream Team is coming for you, USA! I can’t wait to get my 4G LTE back! patients as possible. It is really amazing to me that South I will spare you the pictures.

I toured the rest of the hospital and it’s areas such as the Melala! (Cheers) Africa has gotten their HIV mother/child transmission rates

Good News from Gaston County Schools, June 2015 The Belmont Middle School Battle of the Books team placed fifth at the state competition. The students earned a spot in the state finals after winning the county and regional titles.

Gaston County Schools instructional technology facilitators Teresa Thomassen and Lisa Montgomery and Sadler Elementary teacher Isha Hardin were selected to attend the Discovery Educator Network (DEN) Summer Institute at American University in Washington, D.C. They are among only 120 educators chosen for the professional development and networking event, which highlights innovative ways to make technology a focus in the classroom.

Warlick Academy senior Angelique Henderson received the Paul Fuller Mentor Scholarship, which is awarded annually to an outstanding high school senior who has been a part of the Gaston County Schools mentoring program. She plans to attend UNC-Pembroke this fall.

Cramerton Middle School sixth grader Joshua Hipps qualified for the National Junior Disability Games.

Hipps set the 2015 national records for his age group in discus and javelin at the annual Dixie Games, a regional wheelchair sports competition. He also qualified for

the national meet in archery, shot put, 100-meter dash and 200-meter dash.

Cherryville High School juniors Samantha Levine and Mariah Bush were named to the all-state cheerleading team by the N.C. Cheerleading Coaches Association.

They are two of 35 cheerleaders selected from across the state and will perform at the East-West all-star games in July. Wendy Holt is the school’s cheerleading coach.

Michael Benner of East Gaston High School and Michael Marlowe of Bessemer City High School were the recipients of the Maude Carter Teaching Scholarships presented by the Gaston County Unit of North Carolina Retired School Personnel. Benner will attend Mars Hill University and Marlowe will attend Western Carolina University.

Mike Grimmer, principal of Hawks Nest Intermediate, completed the year-long Distinguished Leadership in Practice program sponsored by the N.C. Principals and Assistant Principals Association, the N.C. Department of Public Instruction and UNCLearnNC. The professional development program is for school administrators seeking to enhance their leadership skills.

Bailey Thomasson, a senior at South Point High School, received the Wayne

F. Shovelin Scholarship from the CaroMont Health Foundation. The prestig i o u s four-year scholarship is valued at $80,000.

Teachers in Gaston County Schools earned more than $50,000 in grants from the Gaston County Education Foundation. The 47 Ron L. Ensley grants will fund creative lessons, programs and materials for students at schools across the district during the 2015-2016 year.

East Gaston High School senior Tyler Rapp was one of 10 students in the Charlotte region to be named “Seniors of the Year”

by The Charlotte Observer.

Forestview High School senior Abigail Cross was among the 30 finalists for the recognition. More than 140 students in the Class of 2015 applied for the newspaper’s All-Star Scholars program.

Bessemer City Primary participated in the “Give Five, Read Five” program sponsored by the N.C. Department of Public Instruction. More

than 2,700 b o o k s were collected for the school.

Students, parents and teachers supported the book collection effort along with Bess e m e r City High School and Hunter Douglas Window Designs.

Keep Gastonia Beautiful recognized a group of Gaston County Schools custodians for their outstanding work and service to our schools.

The ‘School Custodian of the Year’ first place awards went to Glenn Willis, W.B. Beam Intermediate; Mike Moss, Grier Middle School; and LeeRoy Montgomery, Cherryville High School. Second place awards were presented to Gary Clark, Hawks Nest Intermediate, and Kelly Pilkington, Highland School of Technology. The honorable mention award winners were Gary Brooks, Sadler Elementary; Clenzo Brown, Robinson Elementary; and Don Grigg, Bessemer City Primary.

The following students were named Junior Marshals at the Highland School of

Technology: Matthew Noles (Chief Marshal), Bonham Ekleberry, Abigayle Fogarty, Luke Hastings, Abril Jauri, Alexander Matthew, Maxwell Miranda, Jacob Phil, Elise Sweezy and Kayla Viana.

Highland student Madison Armstrong received the N.C. Association of Rescue and Emergency Medical Services Scholarship.

John Chavis Middle School held its annual talent show at Starnes Auditorium. Chorus director Elisha Mitschke-Lamanna and band director Vickie Whitfield coordinated the show and students Carter Smith, Madelyn Daggerhart, Emma White, Reese Hoyle, Riley Huffman, Blaise Shiver, Jeremy Varela and Alyssa Johnson helped to organize the program.

The John Chavis Middle bands participated in the Solo and Ensemble district festival sponsored by the North Carolina Bandmasters Association. The following students earned a superior rating for their performances: Blaise Shiver, Maxwell Francesco, Amber Roach, Maddie Daggerhart, Victoria Pruett, Alyric Neal, Madison Hedgpeth, Tamera Varela, Cheyenne Congleton, Carlie Grace Jackson, Madison Philbeck, Izzy Wilson, Lizzie Brannan, Raven Hampton, Wyatt Wilson, Abby Shultz, Preston Hay, Allie Demonfonte,

Ryan Riffle, Sam Kostiuk, Hunter Grier, Faith Anthony, Austin Lackey, Hannah Carroll, Jeremy Varela, Logan Ford and Maddie Hampton.

The John Chavis Middle student council sponsored a contest to collect aluminum can tabs for the Shriners.

A total of 34 gallon jugs of can tabs were collected. The eighth grade collected nine gallons, the seventh grade had 17 gallons, and the sixth grade contributed eight gallons.

The John Chavis Middle May Students of the Month were Cheyenne Congleton, Gracie Holland, Faith Anthony, Emma Rayfield, Trey Brafford, Madison Hedgpeth, Aniaya Gidney, David Perez and Cayson Sellers. Seventh grade language arts teacher Lynn Crain was named the May Staff Member of the Month.

Rankin Elementary fifth grader Gwen Campau won the City of Mount Holly recycling contest. More than 1,500 drawings were submitted from Rankin Elementary, Catawba Heights Elementary and Pinewood Elementary.

Students were challenged to illustrate what recycling means to them. Campau’s winning design will be displayed on the city’s new recycling truck.

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The Rankin Elementary April Students of the Month were Rhys Todd, June Beasley, Abby Houser, Joseph Richardson, Aaden Kheang, Logan Laslo, Owen Burr, Makayla Turner, Ella Hope, Gavin Carpenter, Sabrina Pressley, Gwenyth Everhart, Drew Patterson, Taelan Whitley, Alex Blackmon, Grayson Stewart, Samora Patterson, Kiya Henley, Jesse Capps, Jacob Browning, Chandler Calhoun, Eva McIntire, Nick Willer, Myles Perry, Trinity Gordon and Ashley Mack.

The Principal’s Pride winners were Jocelyn Sexton, Vivan Mach, Addison Kirby, Crescence Deese, Trey Church, Emme Hodgeman, Calvin Winchester, Demarcus Watlington, Ethan Bates, Jackson Plummer, James Combs, Kendra Hawley, Macy Miller, Mallory Carlson, Caleb Mabe, Kenyara Brooks, Mackenzie Chapman, JoNathan Floyd, Payton Parker, Alan Whitley, Morgan Scales, Emma Smith, Brooke Hayes, Jaden Pritchard, Justin Davis, Alex Brindle, Makayla Gee and Maggie Pressley. The school’s “Do The Right Thing” honoree was Alivia Foster.

South Point High School student Stephanie Ewing was selected to attend the Summer Ventures in Science and Mathematics program at East Carolina University.

W.B. Beam Intermediate students and staff raised $1,439.28 for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society through the “Pasta for Pennies” campaign sponsored by Olive Garden.

Lynn Costner’s fourth grade class collected the most money, $428.81.

The Gardner Park Elementary Terrific Kids for May were Xyngea Davis, Michael Rivera-Cruz, Ximena Flores-Sanchez, Marilyn Vera-Cole, Giana Phillips, Malachia Brown, Kelly Belen Flores, Sergio Cruz Montes, Delainah Springs, Maddison Laxton, Stephanie Lopez Cruz, Pabella Cano-Vargas, Manuella Kennedy, Ryan Sereno, Jazlyn Hernandez, Mikaiah Love, Smit Rabara, Gisel McClain, Macey Stubbs, Talan Martin, Amari McRae, Sarah Patel, Marcus Overcash, Ofelia Rios Albarran, Emily Robbins, Audrey Spencer, Paige Thomas, Briana Martinez and Shaniya Jiles.

Monteith graduates NGU Samantha Brooke Monteith from Belmont graduated cum laude with her Bachelor of Arts in History from North Greenville University on Thursday, May 7.

A baccalaureate degree student whose cumulative grade point average is at least 3.5 graduates cum laude; those with at least a 3.75 graduate magna cum laude; and those with at least a 3.9 grade point average graduate summa cum laude.

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Former Belmont Abbey women’s soccer goalkeeper Hannah Kohls has signed a professional contract with Dimas Escazu in Costa Rica.

Dimas Escazu plays in the Primera Division of the Costa Rican Women’s Domestic League. The league runs from June 27-November 18.

In addition to her playing and training schedule, Kohls will be working with the youth teams within the club as well as some academic and social programs.

Kohls finished her career fourth all time in NCAA Division II annals in minutes played with 7,710:25, as she started all but one match in her career.

A first team all-conference selection in 2013, Kohls also earned the Conference Carolinas Scholar Athlete of the Year award that season as well.

She finished her Belmont Abbey career with 320 saves, a 1.05 goals against average and 38 shutouts, which is tied for tenth all time in the history of NCAA Division II play.

The Cincinnati, Ohio native graduated with honors in May.

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Belmont Abbey junior catcher was selected by the New York Mets in the 28th round, #839 overall, of the 2015 Major League Baseball First Year Player Draft. Dimino is the ninth player in school history to be selected in the draft, and is the third Crusader in as many years. His selection marks the first time in school history that the Crusaders have had three players drafted in three straight seasons. Dimino, a first team all-conference selection and a two time all-region selection by three different organiztions, led the league and was fourth nationally with a .452 average, which included a .437 clip in league play. He added 18 doubles, one triple and 47 RBI. He opened the season with a 23 game hitting streak, which included 13 multi-hit games. His .452 average was 103 points higher than last season’s total. Dimino has one season of eligibility remaining if he chooses not to sign with the Mets.

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South Point honors Academic All Conference team Contributed by Charlotte Sautner To emphasize the importance of academics in the athletic program the South Point athletic department established the South Point Academic All Conference Red Raider team. This team recognizes those who were All Conference in their sport but who have also maintained high academic standing during their sports season. Two teams are recognized each year: one for the fall sports season and one for the winter and spring sports season. During the spring sports banquet held on Tuesday, May 26th South Point recognized the Academic All Conference team for the 2014 fall sports season.

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Her parents are Mike and Terry Mahaffey. She plans to attend Tusculum College in the fall; Grace Russell – a junior who was All Conference in cross country. Her parents are John and Erin Russell; Samantha Telsrow – a senior who was All Conference in ladies golf. She plans to attend Montreat College in the fall; Aurora Ziemer – a sophomore who was All Conference in cross country. She is the daughter of Brian and Kay Ziemer.

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Summer was just around the corner for these South Point High students handing out programs at the recent graduation event. From left: Jayden Knight, Rosie Tran, Lauren Andrews.

CaroMont Health hosts Coaches Symposium The South Point JROTC Color Guard was looking smart during the recent graduation ceremony CaroMont Health welcomed in Lineberger Stadium. From left: Bryan Dowdy, Kori Love, Josh Mull, Christian Thomas.

Photos by Alan Hodge more than 60 coaches, including ones pictured from Cramer High and Holbrook Middle schools, last Friday at the Gaston County Coaches Symposium. The daylong Symposium, hosted by CaroMont Rehab & Sports Medicine and CaroMont’s Athletic Training program, provided education and information about keeping high Gaston County Parks & Recreation will three organizations on the day of the tourna- school athletes safe and healthy. host the Betty Wilson Classic Evening Horse- ment. All ages and ability levels are welcome.

The Symposium featured inCaroMont Health photo shoe Tournament at George Poston Park on Participants will be grouped according to formative presentations on common injuries related to sports and weight training, the pros and cons Saturday, June 27, 2015 at 7pm. The regis- ability levels. 70% of entry fees will be paid of energy drinks and sports psychology for high school-aged athletes. Keynote speaker Tony Eutration fee is $12 per person and registration back as prizes. For more information on the banks, former basketball player for Ole Miss, spoke to the audience about his career and experience for the tournament closes at 6:30pm. To be playing professionally overseas for more than ten years. He also served as chaplain at the University eligible, participants must be a member of the Betty Wilson Classic Horseshoe Tournament, of Georgia from 2000 to 2004 and at Clemson University from 2004 to 2010.

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