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Belmont gets new rescue boat By Alan Hodge
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The Navy has them. The Coast Guard has them. Other law enforcement agencies have them. Now, the Belmont Fire Department has one to add to its array of public safety equipment. What is it? A center console Zodiac rescue boat. The boat is 17 feet long, has a 90 horsepower engine, and can travel 40 miles per hour. Cost of the craft was $34k. Last week saw a group of fire department personnel led by Division Capt. Craig Austin gather at Riverside Marina on the Catawba River for a training session with the Zodiac. Firefighters took turns learning how to quickly launch and operate the boat and familiarizing themselves with that stretch of the river. The next phase of training will include night operation and learning how to load “patients” on board. All Belmont firefighters, about 20 total, will be trained on the Zodiac. Each deployment will see at least two firefighters and probably a paramedic go on board. One of last week's drills involved speeding upstream to Kevin Loftin Riverfront Park about a mile away. The Zodiac covered the distance in just a couple of minutes. The boat's beat will Several Belmont firefighters got together at Riverside Marina on the Catawba River last Wednesday for training on the department’s new Zodiac rescue boat. Photo by Alan Hodge See BOAT page 2
MacKenzie Harris transforms play room at Catherine's House By Alan Hodge alan.bannernews@gmail.com
The play room at Catherine’ s House transitional home for women and children on the Sisters of Mercy campus in Belmont has seen a lot of use over the past two decades and its rather weary appearance showed it. But now, thanks to hard work by 15-yearold MacKenzie Harris, that same space is bright, cheery, inviting, and inspirational. Harris, the daughter of Cavan and Cathy Harris, was looking for a project to tackle towards her Girl Scout Gold Award and chose to take on a floor to ceiling renovation of the room. The process to earn the Gold Award is challenging. First, the Girl Scouts have to approve the Gold project before it canmove forward. The candidate must spend a minimum of 80 hours working on the Gold project. Once the Gold project is done, the candidate must submit a final report to the Girl Scout committee for review. Harris, an “independent Scout” has completed the play room project but still has a couple of steps to go before the Gold Award is hers. Next,she will meet with the Girl Scout committee in mid-August or mid-September to provide a presentation in front of the committee. If approved, she will be awarded a Gold Award Pin upon receiving final report MacKenzie Harris (center) remodeled the play room at Catherine's House in her quest for approval at the mid-August or mid-September the Girl Scout Gold Award. Seen with Harris in the new, bright, environment are Catherine's committee meeting. House development director Jacki McCarthy (left) and volunteer coordinator/facility manager Sister Carmelita Hagan RSM. See CATHERINE’S HOUSE page 4 Photo by Alan Hodge
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American Legion Post 144 to celebrate baseball milestone In 1956 Auten-Stowe American Legion Post 144 in Belmont restarted the baseball program that had been discontinued just before World War II. This summer is a special season for the baseball program as it marks sixty years of continuous play. In honor of this milestone, Post 144 officials have scheduled a special event to be held on Saturday, July 30 at Davis Park. The start time for this celebration of Legion baseball, being billed as “Throw Back Baseball”, is 6:00pm. The theme results from using prices from the early days of the program. Namely $1.00 admission to the game and $1.00 hot dogs and drinks available at the concession area. Several players from the 1956 team will be present with the first pitch being thrown by a star hurler from this team, Harold “Smoky” Woods. There will be a brief pre-game program emceed by Joe Lawing. Program participants include Mayor Charlie Martin and N.C. American Legion baseball commissioner Bill Murray. The National Anthem will be sung by former player, Scott Lee. See POST 144 page 3
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From page 1 range from just north of the US29/74 bridge south to the Seven Oaks area. Getting the boat from the fire station on Keener Blvd., where it will be housed, to the Riverside Marina only takes about 10 minutes. That, plus just a few more minutes to launch it, makes the craft a true quick deployment apparatus. With more and more people turning to the Catawba for recreation, the need for Belmont to have its own rescue boat was evident. In the past, Belmont has had to contact Charlotte Mecklenburg Fire Dept. and have that agency dispatch their boat to our area for water rescue or recovery. “This summer we've had four calls for water incidents that we could have used the Zodiac,” said Austin. “The increased number of people on the river has increased the number of incidents.” So far this year, six folks have drowned in the Catawba or further downstream in Lake Wylie. It will still be a few weeks before the Zodiac is ready for action operations. In addition to training the firefighters, the boat still needs a few items of equipment installed. These include an emergency communications radio, lights, a siren, depth finder and sonar. “The side scan sonar and depth finder will have the river bed contours programmed into it,” said Austin. Overall, the Zodiac is something that everyone will be glad to see available if the need should arise. “With the Zodiac we will be ready to supply protection to the Craig Austin (at the helm) and fellow firefighters Leon Matthews and Phillip Hammon get set for a practice run upriver to Kevin Loftin Riverfront Park. public for water recreation,” said Austin. Photos by Alan Hodge
Belmont firefighters from left James Rogers, Phillip Hammon, and Mike Baucom get set to launch the new Zodiac.
Craig Austin points out bouys on the Catawba River to Leon Matthews.
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From page 1 Two games will be played by former players from past teams. The first game will be a three inning affair involving those who played in early years of the program. Word has it that these “old stars” are raring to go so fans are encouraged to bring their cameras to record some scenes that will be memorable. The second game will take on a more serious look. One squad will be comprised of players who played at East Gaston and coached by longtime former coach of the Warriors, Darryl VanDyke. VanDyke ran a top-notch program for many years at East Gaston and the baseball field is named in his honor. Their opponent will be coached by the former veteran player and highly successful baseball coach at South Point, Mickey Lineberger. Lineberger continues to serve as the head coach of the annual powerhouse football team. Both coaches have been busy rounding up players and the game should be of interest to fans from the Eastern Gaston County area. After the game, Legionnaires are hosting players and their guests for a gala at the Post 144 home on Park Street to reminisce about the “good old days” of American Legion baseball in Belmont. The first game will be coached by Phil Tate and Jerry Davis who will tangle with opponents coached by Neb Hollis and John Rudisill. To register to play in these games, players are asked to contact coaches of the game at phone numbers as follows: Phil Tate H. 704-825-1863/cell 704-460-6233 Jerry Davis 828779-3512 Neb Hollis H. 704-263-4077 John Rudisill h. 704-263-8895/c. 704-905-7203 Daryl VanDyke 704-616-2457 Mickey Lineberger h.704-825- 1966 American Legion Post 144 Baseball Team, Belmont, NC 4561/c.616-9769
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the staff and mission there. “I spoke with Catherine's House development director Jacki McCarthy and we decided the play room would make a good Gold Aaward project,” Harris said. “The old play room furniture was dated and stained didn't look like the rest of Catherine's House,” said McCarthy. One of the first things Harris saw to on the project was getting new walls in place. She coordinated with Arcadia Homes who donated the sheet rock and labor. Harris chose the color of the walls- a nice robin's egg blue. She sought input on the décor. “I surveyed Catherine's House staff and teachers at my school, Gaston Day, for ideas about what the room would need,” Harris said. “I also contacted stores, friends, and family to get new toys.” Other aspects of the play
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Before MacKenzie Harris went to work remodeling the Catherine's House play room the space had a weary, worn, look to it. Provided photo room rejuvenation that Harris ramrodded included getting new storage bins, fresh graphics for the walls, a new rug, blinds, a desk, and furniture including a stuffed chair and hassock that look like a giant baseball glove and ball. For educational and entertainment purposes, Harris organized over 200 books by grade and reading level and placed them on shelves. The overall transformation of the play room is stunning. Catherine's House volunteer coordinator and facility manager Sister Carmelita Hagan, RSM, praised the work Harris has done. “Wow!” she said. “It's just awesome to see the final result. The room is functional, bright, and has lots of toys, books, and materials to enhance the lives of the children who will use it.” McCarthy agreed. “MacKenzie's work has offered the kids something that many of them didn't have previously,” she said. “I hope they
have a room like this in their future home when they complete the program at Catherine's House.” Overall, the play room renovation brought several challenges to Harris who has an incredibly busy school schedule at Gaston Day, but she rose to meet them all. “It was a very rewarding experience,” she said. “I love every part of volunteering for Catherine's House.” Catherine’s House provides transitional housing in a safe and caring environment as well as supportive programs and services for women and children who are homeless. For the past 22 years, Catherine’s House has provided residential care and services to over 1,900 women and children. Catherine’s House is a sponsored ministry of the Sisters of Mercy. “If you are interested in volunteering at Catherine’s House Playroom, please contact Jacki McCarthy, Development Director, at (704) 825-9599 ext 118 or jackimccarthy@catherineshouseinc.org”.
Princesses needed for Southern Exposure: Miss Gastonia pageant 2016 Juried Organizers of the Miss Gastonia Scholarship Pageant are seeking girls ages 6-13 years to serve as Miss Gastonia princesses. The pageant is Saturday, August 6 at Stuart W. Cramer High School. The princesses serve as "little sisters" to the contestants in the Miss Gastonia Scholarship Pageant. They participate in a special production number during the pageant and are introduced on stage. All princesses receive a crown and banner and participate in pre-pageant activities. For more information, call (704) 827-7277 or visit www. missgastoniapageant.com and click the "Princess Program" link. The deadline to register is July 25.
Photography Exhibition Got your phone or camera ready? The Gaston County Museum of Art & History is accepting submissions for a juried photography exhibition. The theme for the show is summer in the South. The Museum is looking for fun, interesting images that depict what summer is like in our part of the world. You do not need to be a professional photographer to submit a photograph. The only requirements are that you live in Gaston County, the photograph is an original, and it was taken during the summer of 2016. All ages are welcome to participate.
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Mt. Holly Flood Fest brought history alive By Alan Hodge alan.bannernews@gmail.com
The Mt. Holly Historical Society’s Flood Fest event July 16 not only marked the 100th anniversary of the Great Flood of 1916, it remembered the resiliency and pluck of the town’s residents following one of the worst natural disasters in North Carolina history. The flood was spawned after two hurricane strength storms came together in the Western North Carolina mountains and filled the Catawba River to record flood depths. Every bridge and trestle on the Catawba was swept away and countless homes and businesses destroyed- many in Mt. Holly The Flood Fest brought together modern-day Mt. Holly residents and other folks interested in history and how the town not only survived the catastrophe but went on to become the place it is today.
MHHS members Carolyn Breyare, Jennifer Starr, and Janice McCrorie had a great time at Flood Fest.
Marian Vanni is seen with a door that illustrates how high the Great Flood waters rose in a typical Mt. Holly home.
James and Karen Kirby were among the hundreds of folks who toured the MHHS museum during Flood Fest.
Belmont Historical Society members Max Robinson, Brenda Robinson, Allen Millican and Roland Setzer checked out the Flood Fest event.
Mt. Holly Historical Society officers Mary Smith and Garrie Brinkley also gave speeches at Flood Fest.
The great grandsons of Percy Roberts ring the original Mt. Island Kira Smith dressed in “old timey” attire for the Flood Fest. Mill bell that he found in the river after the flood destroyed the factory. Patrick Cook (left) and John Shealy rang the bell three times. She was giving a program to Leah Allen.
These are some of the relics from the Great Flood on display at the MHHS museum on Main St. Paige Sisk sang the National Anthem at Mt. Holly’s Flood Fest.
A large crowd listened as the Mt. Island Mill bell from the Great Flood was rung. photos by Alan Hodge
Mt. Holly council member David Moore was among the speakers at the Flood Fest.
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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. Holly Church of God 208 Rankin Ave. 704-827-8596 Mt. Holly Noles Baptist Church Hickory Grove Rd. 704-827-2013 Mt. Holly Pentecostal Holiness 406 Scott St. 704-827-8201 Mt. Sinai Baptist Church 339 S. Hawthorne St. 704-827-4320 New Covenant United Methodist 14514 Lucian Riverbend Hwy. 704-827-4468 New Providence Baptist Church 1104 Old NC 27 Hwy. 704-827-0822 New Saint Paul Holiness Church 1529 Old Hwy. 27 Rd. 704-827-5851 North Main Baptist Church 1304 N. Main St. 704-827-6141 Restoration & Deliverance 804 W. Charlotte Ave. 704-820-0954
Wesley Chapel Holiness Church 324 N. Lee St. 704-827-1993
Westview Presbyterian Church 1020 W. Catawba Ave. 704-827-2026
BELMONT Alexander Memorial Baptist Church 208 South Main Street 704-825-3216
Gaston Christian Church 5339 S. New Hope Rd 704-825-8252
Brotherhood/Sisterhood WNCC UMC 120 Park Street 704-825-1333
Goshen Presbyterian Church Roper Street 704-827-6280
Catawba Heights Baptist Church 311 Belmont Avenue 704-827-8474
Grace Korean Ch Assembly-God 124 Georgia Belle Ave 704-829-1091
Crossroads Wesleyan Church 101 Beaty Rd. 704-827-8381
Grace Wesleyan Church 6014 S. New Hope Rd 704-825-7959
Centerview Baptist Church 2300 Acme Road 704-827-2061
Henry’s Chapel Ame Zion Church 151 Henry Chapel Rd 704-825-0711
East Belmont Baptist Church 501 Catawba Street 704-825-5780
Holy Comforter Lutheran Church 216 N. Main St. 704-825-2483
Power of the Spirit Church 118 School Street 704-827-7071
East Belmont Church Of God 320 E. Catawba Street 704- 825-8845
Hood Memorial Ame Zion Church 455 Sacco St. 704-825-6007 Loves Chapel Presbyterian Church 204 Lincoln St. 704-825-8342 Lutheran Church of the Holy Comforter 216 N. Main St. 704-825-2483
Queen Of The Apostles Catholic Church 503 N. Main Street 704-825-9600
East Belmont Free Will Baptist 909 Edgemont Ave 704-825-5346
Revival Tabernacle of Mt. Holly 826 W. Charlotte Ave. 704-827-2999
East Belmont Presbyterian Church 901 Catawba Street 704-825-8822 Ebenezer United Methodist Church 120 Belmont-Mt. Holly Road 704-827-3366
Ridgeview Baptist Church 105 Pine Rd. 704-827-3856
First Baptist Church 23 N. Central Avenue 704-825-3758
Grace Baptist Church 300 Westland Farm Rd. 704-827-8600
Second Baptist Church 740 Rankin Ave. 704-827-5181
First Foursquare Gospel Church 8 Elizabeth Street 704-825-5811
Mount Moriah Baptist Church 110 Lincoln St. 704-825-2046 Mount Pleasant Missionary Baptist 212 South Street 704-825-7269
Harvest Time Church of God 707 Westland Farm Rd. 704-822-8033
Shiloh AME Zion Methodist 1117 Old NC Hwy 27 704-827-8826
First Presbyterian Church 102 S. Central Ave 704-825-3357
New Hope Presbyterian Church 4357 S. New Hope Rd. 704-824-1697
Hickory Grove Baptist Church 3717 Hickory Grove Rd. 704-827-3939
Springfield Freewill Baptist 220 Park Terrace Dr. 704-820-0193
New Life Baptist Church 201 Oak Trail 704-822-6195
Jehovah’s Witnesses 1736 Kelly Rd. 704-263-0199
St. Anthony of Padua Traditional Catholic Church 108 Horseshoe Bend Beach Rd. 704-827-8676
First Presbyterian-Belmont 112 S. Central Ave 704-829-0668 First United Methodist Church of Belmont 807 South Point Road 704-825-2106
St. Paul FHB Church 1529 Old Hwy 27 Rd. 704-827-5851
Fresh Anointing Church of God 71 McAdenville Road 704-825-7283
Tuckaseegee Baptist Church 511 Tuckaseege Rd. 704-827-4301
Friendship Baptist Church 5008 S. New Hope Rd 704-825-3276
Way of the Cross Baptist Church 238 Lanier Ave. 704-827-8111
Full Gospel Church 106 School St 704-827-9621
Lighthouse Full Gospel Church 530 N. Hawthorne St. 704-827-1442 Living Witness Ministries 541 Costner St. 704-827-0004 Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd 110 S. Main St. 704-827-4751
Message of Love Church 306 Pearl Beaty Dr. 704-827-6500
New Mills Chapel Fire Baptized 104 Morning Glory Ave. 704-825-5457 North Belmont Church of God 2316 Acme Rd. 704-827-4092 O’Conner Grove Church Ame Zion 613 N. Main Street 704-825-5576 Park Street United Methodist 120 Park Street 704-825-8480
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Marian Frances Cook Denver- Marian Frances Cook, 84, passed away on Tuesday, July 12, 2016. She was born in Red Springs, NC, daughter of the late Lona Evona and Odis Harrison Gentry. She was preceded in death by her daughter Barbara Jean “Bobbie” York. She was a member of Salem United Methodist Church. She was a loving wife and mother. She loved cooking and gardening. She loved giving and doing for others. She is survived by her husband Robert Junior Cook; three children Faye Cook Zarins and husband Juris, Tony Cook and wife Christy and Cathy Cook Dyer and husband Randy all of Denver. A brother David Gentry of York, SC.; Seven grandchildren Travis and Todd Zarins, Amy Cook Eaker, Anna Cook Shields, Jason York, Jennifer York and Nick Dyer; six great grandchildren and six great great grandchildren. A service to celebrate the life of Mrs. Cook was held 11:00am Friday July 15, 2016 at the Salem United Methodist Church. Burial followed in the church cemetery. The family received friends one hour prior to the service at the church. In lieu of flowers, the family request memorials to be made to Salem United Methodist Church. Condolence messages may be sent to the family by visiting www.woodlawnfuneral. org. Woodlawn Funeral Home, Mount Holly is serving the family.
Eural Rollins Almond, NC- Eural Rollins, 88, of the Stecoah Community went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, June 30, 2016 at his residence, surrounded by family members. He was born May 4, 1928 in Hartford, Tennessee. He was the son of the late Issac
and Bertie James Rollins, and husband of the late Opal Cable Rollins. He was preceded in death by one son, Rocky Rollins; three sisters, Janie Crisp, Viola Cobb, and Becky Spurling; and four brothers, Roy, J.C., Jack, and Charlie Rollins. He is survived by one son, Larry Rollins and a stepdaughter, Brenda Dowdle; 11 Grandchildren, 18 GreatGrandchildren; and five Great-Great-Grandchildren. In his earlier years, Eural loved to work in his garden. He also enjoyed spending time with family and friends. He was a devoted wrestling fan. His funeral was held Saturday, July 2, 2016 at Pearlie Cable Cemetery. A very special thanks to his faithful caregiver, Darla Kirkland, who took extraordinary care of him. Also, thanks to his sister-in-law, Sylvia Smith, and special friend, Mary Ann Stephens, for their loving care and companionship. Crisp Funeral Home in Bryson City, NC was in charge of the arrangements.
Shaun Leach Morehead City, NC- Shaun Leach, 35, passed away Monday, July 11, 2016 at his residence. A memorial service was held at 3:00 pm Friday, July 15, 2016 at Munden Funeral Home in Morehead City with Rev. David Linka presiding. Shaun was loved by all and never had a hateful bone in his body. He will be dearly missed by all that knew him. Shaun is survived by his father, Thomas Leach; grandmother, June G. Leach; grandfather, George S. Leach; aunts, Wendy L. Pack, Amanda H. Sherill and Mary Hefner; uncles, Danny C. Pack and Rick Hefner; cousins, Courtney Pack, Melody Walker, Brody Hefner, Sydney Hefner, Melissa Gwyn, Robyn Gwyn; step mother, Beth Jarvis and husband John; and step father, Jimmy Harris and wife Natalie. He was preceded in death by his mother, Robin Harris; maternal grandparents, Kay and Dean Hefner; aunt, Carmen Gwyn and husband Tony; and Uncle George H. Leach. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at Munden Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to UNC
Heart and Vascular Center, 300 Meadowmont Village, Circle #313, Chapel Hill, NC 27517. Online condolences may be made at www.mundenfuneralhome.net Arrangements are by Munden Funeral Home & Crematory, Morehead City, NC.
Helen Bell Rankin Mrs. Helen Bell Rankin died on July 17, 2016, at her residence in Covenant Village. She was born in Mooresville, NC, on December 30, 1917, to Lilla Davis Mann and Dr. Andrew Ebenezer Bell. She was educated in the Mooresville public schools, and graduated from Women’s College of the University of North Carolina with the Class of 1937. After graduation, she worked briefly in the Medical Records Dept. of Lowrance Hospital in Mooresville. She married Henry Hand Rankin from Gastonia in 1938, and they moved to Belmont, NC, where she was a homemaker, fifth grade teacher at New Hope Elementary School, and community leader for 67 years. During that time, she was very active in the First United Methodist Church of Belmont, serving as President of the United Methodist Women for 3 terms. She was also a member of Tuesday Afternoon Book Club, Town & Country Garden Club, and several bridge clubs. She was also an active member of Colonial Dames XVII Century, and the Order of First Families of NC. Helen was predeceased by her husband, Henry Hand Rankin, and by her son, Richard Henry Rankin. Also predeceasing her were her sisters, Mary Parks Weathers, Lilla Bell Winstead, Louise Bell Moffitt, Eleanor Bell Alexander, and a brother, Dr. Ralph Monroe Bell. She is survived by her daughter, Louise Rankin Kelly, and her husband, James H. Kelly, Jr., of Winston-Salem, NC. She is also survived by daughter-in-law, Carol Stowe Rankin of Belmont and sister-in-law Mary Ann Bell of Waxhaw, and four grandchildren: James Howard Kelly III of Charlottesville, VA, Elizabeth Kelly Parker, and husband, Jeremy Neely Parker, of Larchmont, NY, Meredith Anderson Rankin of Charleston, SC, and Andrew Richard Rankin and wife, Cody Rankin, of Simpsonville, SC. Helen is also survived by three greatgrandsons and seven nieces and nephews. The family wishes to thank the staff of Arbor Acres in Winston-Salem, NC, where Helen resided for four years, and also the staff of Covenant Village in Gastonia, where she resided the past five years. They also wish to thank Viviana Urrea and Laura Presley
for their services, as well as Hospice of Gaston County. A service of Celebration of Life will be held at First United Methodist Church, 807 South Point Rd., Belmont, NC at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, July 22, 2016. A reception will immediately follow the service in Carpenter Hall. A private service of committal will be held for the family in Greenwood Cemetery. Memorials may be sent to First United Methodist Church ss,807 South Point Rd., Belmont, NC 28012; Covenant Village Benevolent Fund, 1351 Robinwood Rd., Gastonia, NC 28054; or to Arbor Acres, 1240 Arbor Rd., Winston-Salem, NC, 27104. Condolence messages and remembrances may be shared with the family at www. McLeanFuneral.com. McLean Funeral Directors of Gastonia is serving the family of Mrs. Rankin.
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704-827-1801 interviewed. She entered the Sisters of Mercy on February 1, 1951. She selected “Timothy” as her name to honor her mother’s father. Sister’s ministry experience during her years as a Sister of Mercy included serving as teacher and principal of Catholic elementary schools in Charlotte, Asheville and Long Island. She also served at Mercy Hospital as a cytology technician, Director of Continuing Education, and counselor in the family surgical waiting room. In addition, she served as Pastoral Associate at St. Gabriel Church in Charlotte. She developed and was the administrator of the Lay Ministry Program in the Diocese of Charlotte and Vicar for Women Religious in the Diocese. Sister Mary Timothy was likewise active in the civic community, serving as Family Counselor at Open House Drug Rehab facility in Charlotte. She also designed, initiated and facilitated a program for co-dependent families. Upon retirement she served as a volunteer in the Sisters of Mercy Archives in Belmont, NC. Sister Mary Timothy, known for her wonderful sense of humor, delightful laughter, attention to detail and her abundant enthusiasm, truly enjoyed her life, her ministry, her community, family and friends. Sister is survived by the Sisters of Mercy, her dear friend, Jenny Malatesta, and several nieces and nephews. Wake and Visitation was at 7:00pm, July 14, 2016 in Cardinal Gibbons Chapel, Sacred Heart Convent, Belmont. Mass of Christian Burial was 10:30am, Friday, July 15, 2016 in Cardinal Gibbons Chapel, Belmont. Interment followed at Belmont Abbey Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to Sisters of Mercy, 500 Sacred Heart Circle, Belmont, NC 28012. McLean Funeral Directors of Belmont is entrusted with the arrangements.
Margaret Holland Johnson Greenville, SC- Margaret Holland Johnson, 95, widow of Theodore Calhoun Johnson, died Wednesday, July 13, 2016. Born in Mt. Holly, NC, Mrs. Johnson was the daughter of the late Ralph Eddleman and Eugenia Frances Kerns Holland. Mrs. Johnson was a homemaker and a member of Westminster Presbyterian Church. Surviving are a son, William “Bill” Johnson and wife, Jean, of Greenville; three grandchildren, Dr. William H. Johnson, Jr. of Atlanta, Laura J. Thomas of Hickory, NC, Tara J. Marcinak of Greer; eleven great grandchildren; and a sister-in-law, Mary Johnson of Charlotte, NC. She was preceded in death by a son, Ralph T. Johnson; and a sister, Elizabeth Johnson. Visitation was held Saturday, July 16, 2016 from 10:00 to 10:45 a.m. at Westminster Presbyterian Church. The Funeral service followed at 11:00 a.m. at the church. Burial was in Woodlawn Memorial Park. Memorials may be made to the Calvary Home for Children, 110 Calvary Home Circle, Anderson, SC 29621, www.calvaryhome.org. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.thomasmcafee.com. Thomas McAfee Funeral Home, PO Box 527, Greenville, SC 29602.
Belmont- Sister Mary Timothy Warren, a Sister of Mercy for sixty-four years, died on July 11, 2016 at Marian Center, Sacred Heart Convent, Belmont, North Carolina. Sister was the fourth of six daughters born to Ira and Ella Mae Donahue Warren, in Asheville, North Carolina. At birth Sister was given the name Barbara Jean Warren. Sister Mary Timothy acquired an Associate of Arts degree at St. Genevieve of the Pines Junior College, Asheville, NC. She later attended High Point College and following this she acquired a BA degree in sociology from Belmont Abbey College. She did graduate studies in Elementary School Administration at Appalachian State University, the University of North Carolina at Asheville, and graduate studies in individualized instruction at the International Graduate School of Education in Atlanta Georgia. After college, Barbara Jean moved to Charlotte and began work in the histology department of Charlotte Memorial Hospital. It was in these years that she first felt the inclination to enter religious life. Her good friend, Father John Manley, a fellow Ashevillian, Crossroads Church, 101 Beaty Rd., Belmont, will be having told her about the Sisters of VBS-Backstage With The Bible Mercy in Belmont. He subseWednesday-Friday, August 3-5, 2016 from 6pm until quently brought her to Sacred 8:00pm for Pre-K through 5th Grade. Heart Convent in Belmont Call 704-827-8381 to pre-register your children. to meet the Sisters and to be
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Belmont hires Vicki Davis as downtown director By Alan Hodge alan.bannernews@gmail.com
The City of Belmont has hired Vicki Davis as its new downtown director. She will be responsible for working with business and property owners to promote the downtown area as well as coordinating logistics for special downtown events. “As downtown Belmont continues to thrive as a cultural arts and entertainment community, the demands for amenities to support the recent growth also increases,” Davis said. “I plan to work with the Main Street board as well as the city council to further identify and develop strategies to address those needs. One of the most rewarding aspects of my role as downtown director will be as a resource for business and property owners to develop and expand their downtown ventures.” Davis was raised in Mid-west Michigan and is married to husband Jeff. They have two adult sons. She traveled around the country with husband’s military career (Army) and also lived in Germany for three years. Davis had over 15 years of experience managing Main Street / Downtown develop-
ment programs in Georgia and Iowa before moving to North Caroling in 2014. Her most recent position was Business and Community Development director with the City of Lincolnton where she also managed the Main Street Program. She is a Certified Senior Main Street Manager (GA). “Vicki joins the City of Belmont with over 15-years of economic development and main street program experience,” said Shelley DeHart, Belmont planner and former downtown director. “Her wealth of experience and Main Street program knowledge has already made her a key addition to the Belmont Main Street team.” City manager Adrian Miller praised Davis. “We are thrilled to have Vicki joining our team as our downtown director,” he said. “She has years of experience in the Main Street program, most recently as Lincolnton’s downtown director. We will benefit from her knowledge of the various grant programs available to downtown businesses, promotional events, and economic development strategies for downtown areas. She has jumped right in to her work, presenting an update on our efforts to address downtown
Belmont downtown director, Vicki Davis parking concerns to the city council during their meeting on July 5. Vicki also has a very positive and easy-going attitude and will be a great fit in our community.” According to Davis, who lives in Lincolnton, she is already feeling welcome in Belmont.
Photo by Alan Hodge “From the citizens, downtown employees, businesses, and visitors to Belmont, it is the people who make it a great place to be,” she said. “Belmont always impressed me as being a progressive community and the type of work I do with downtown development will thrive in this environment.”
Caromont Health welcomes Community new physician assistants Foundation CaroMont Health and CaroMont Medical Group welcomed two new Physician Assistants (PA), Yves Laure Damis, PA-C and Camille Richards, PA-C, to their medical team. Yves Laure Damis, PA-C joined CaroMont Integrated Pain Specialists where she works closely with patients in the management of their acute and chronic pain conditions and creating individualized treatment plans. Damis is a graduate of Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in Philadelphia, PA where she earned her Master of Science degree in Physician Assistant studies. She is board-certified through the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants. Originally from Haiti, Damis en- Yves Laure Damis, PA-C joys learning about fitness and clean eating and spending time with her family and friends. She is married and has three children. Camille Richards, PA-C joined Endocrinology Associates where she specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of endocrine system disorders. Her medical approach is in making sure patients are informed about their medical condition with the hope that they will take an active role in their health, and in turn, have a more improved quality of life. Richards received her Master of Science degree from the Medical College of Georgia in Augusta, GA and is board-certified through the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants. Outside of work, Richards enjoys quality time Camille Richards, PA-C
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The Community Foundation of Gaston County Incorporated 2016 Mount Holly Community Impact Fund Grant is accepting applications. The Mount Holly Community Impact Fund is a charitable fund started by the Community Foundation of Gaston County to address identified needs in the Mount Holly Community as determined by a committee of Mount Holly residents. The Fund will operate as an unrestricted fund with grants going to qualified 501(c)(3) organizations. A major focal point of the grant process is directed towards projects that would be visible in the Mount Holly community and would have a reasonable likelihood of kick starting a larger community response to a community need that is not currently being met. In regard to the amount of funding available, the Community Impact Fund Committee has at its disposal a total of $10,000. The actual amount for awards can be the entire amount or in increments based upon the application being considered. The deadline for accepting applications is August 31, 2016. Final decisions on grants awarded will be made by October 1. 2016. For more information please contact Mr. Reeves McGlohon, Committee Chairman, at 704-366-3812 or by email at reevesmcglohon@gmail.com. Impact funds in the first two years of the program have supported the Mount Holly Community Garden, a feasibility study for an outdoor theater in Mount Holly, technology to assist the Mount Holly Historical Society, and support for an information kiosk in downtown Mount Holly. Impact Fund Committee looks forward to receiving additional requests for funds.
On Friday, June 24, 2016, Town of Stanley staff celebrated the retirement of Gene Boggs. Gene has served the Town of Stanley and its residents for thirty years. A dedicated member of the Public Works Department, Gene did a remarkable job. Recreation Director, Tug Deason, grilled a wonderful lunch to celebrate and Public Works Director, Craig Roseberry had Gene’s beautiful plaque made by AAA Trophies. Town Manager, Heath Jenkins (left) presents Gene Boggs (right) with his 30-year plaque. Town of Stanley photo
On July 16th, 2016 at 07:04 AM, Belmont Police Department responded to an Armed Robbery at Murphy USA at 100 Caldwell Farm Road. There were no reported injuries at the scene. The victim described the suspect as a black male, approximately 5'9, wearing a dark coat, possibly with a light gray colored hoodie underneath, light colored pants, and had on white and black colored tennis shoes. Suspect had on a black ski mask covering his face and was wearing black gloves. Suspect got into a large black SUV with tinted windows. Anyone with knowledge of this suspect or vehicle matching the description; please contact the Belmont Police Department at 704-825-3792 or Gaston County Crime Stoppers.
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Historic marker to Great Flood of 1916 dedicated in Belmont By Alan Hodge alan.bannernews@gmail.com
Local and state dignitaries, members of the Belmont Historical Society, and other interested folks gathered last Sunday at Kevin Loftin Riverfront Park to witness the unveiling of an official NC Highway Historic Marker remembering the Great Flood of 1916 and the ten men who lost their lives in Belmont when the waters swept the railway trestle away. Kevin Cherry, deputy secretary of the NC Div. Of Natural and Cultural Resources, was one of the guest speakers as was Max Robinson of Belmont whose father was a survivor of the flood. Robinson estimates that the waters went as far above the river as
the location of present day Dairy Queen on Wilkinson Blvd. Men who died when the trestle let go included Sloan Adams, H.P. Griffin., Tom Ashwood, Corum Barbee, Daniel Heath, Walter Klutz, Tom Davy, Will Ferguson, John Gordon, Andrew Scott. Two black men- Peter Monroe Stowe and Alphonse Leroy Ross- risked their own lives to help those in the river and saved four of the seven survivors. After the historic marker was dedicated, a Duke Energy- sponsored reception was held at the BHS museum on E. Catawba where a room is filled with 1916 Flood memorabilia and information on loan from the state. The display will be on view until August 31.
Page Carver (left) and Alice Thompson look at 1916 Flood photos.
Jack Page (left) and Mike Hill discuss the 1916 Flood.
Roland Setzer (left) and Allen Millican talk 1916 Flood while Sharon Hodge and Karen Setzer chat.
(Above) Belmont Historical Society member Elizabeth Atterberry emceed the historic marker dedication. (Left) Kevin Cherry, deputy secretary of the NC Div. Of Natural and Cultural Resources, was a guest speaker at the historic marker dedication. Photos by Alan Hodge
Dignitaries unveiled the historic marker. From left, BHS members Stan Cromlish, Fred Dixon, Debbie Goldsmith; Belmont council member Martha Stowe, Mayor Charlie Martin.
Max Robinson and Duke Energy representative Lisa Parrish look over 1916 Flood materials. Robinson’s father was a witness to the catastrophe.
After the historic marker unveiling, folks went to the Belmont Historical Society museum on E. Catawba St. to mingle and look at a display of 1916 Flood photos and information loaned by the state. Fred Dixon is seen with author Jessica Bandel who wrote a book about the flood “So Great the Devastation”.
This is the new NC Highway Historic Marker that was dedicated Sunday afternoon near the Catawba River and Kevin Loftin Riverfront Park to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Great Flood of 1916.
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Thursday, July 21, 2016
Gaston Braves advance to Area IV final series By Art Shoemaker After a tremendous five game series win over Post 199 from Cherryville, the G-Braves faced another strong opponent in Post 48 of Hickory. This also was a three out of five matchup to continue their way to the Area IV championship finals that would feature the top four teams in the western part of N.C. The first game of the Hickory-Gaston encounter was played at Henkel Alley Field in Newton. Opening strong, the G-Braves scored a 12-6 win. Tyler Price and Nash Jamison had three hits each in this contest. Price scored four runs with Jamison adding four RBI’s to go along with his three hits. Grant Tilley added two hits, one being a home-run, with three RBI’s. Mason Secrest and McKinley Scott contributed two hits each as the Braves exploded for 15 big hits in this opening game. Tyler Price pitched well in re cording the win. Price has been a big key for the Braves this season both on the mound and with the bat. He has provided outstanding leadership that has not gone unnoticed by the Braves fans. The Braves returned home to Raider Field for game two. As has proved to be true, all season the Braves often do not play well at home. After three innings the Braves trailed by a 9-0 count. This deficit proved to be more than the G-Braves could overcome in losing 12-8 to even the series at a game apiece. Five fielding errors by the Braves with the Braves pitchers hitting two batters and walking four are not totals that lend to a win. The Braves offense was good enough to win most games. In game two, Logan Edgerton led the way with three singles. Nash Jamison, Cam Hale, Walker Featherstone and Tyler Hannifan each added two hits. The Braves had 13 hits in the game. One of Jamison’s hits was a grand slam blast. Back in Hickory for game three, the
Braves fell to Post 48 by a 8-4 count. Hickory iced the game by scoring five runs in the fourth inning. Nash Jamison continued his torrid offensive pace in this game with three hits. McKinley Scott added two singles. With the game three loss to Hickory, this placed the Braves in a position in needing to win the final two games in the series to advance to the area finals. Back in Belmont, the Braves went with their ace, Nash Jamison, in hopes of tying the series. Nash responded by throwing a twohitter in his night’s work in an 11-3 Gaston win. Nolan Wilson was also sharp on the hill in his two innings of relief work. Hitting stars in this game were Logan Edgerton, Tyler Hannifan, Cam Hale and Nash Jamison who all contributed key hits in the win. This win tied the series at two all with the Braves traveling back to Hickory to decide which team would advance to the area IV final series. It proved to be a G-Braves night. The Braves posted a 15-2 victory. Tyler Price started on the mound and pitched well in recording the win. Price may be the most versatile player on the squad as he has played many positions for the Braves. His tremendous baseball skills and leadership qualities have led to many victories for the Braves in the 2016 legion campaign. In this game five win, McKinley Scott’s four hits, with one being a home-run, led a 15 hit night by the Braves line-up. Caleb Hager added three hits with Mason Secrest, Tyler Hannifan and Logan Edgerton contributing two each with Edgerton‘s two hits being doubles. This win places the G-Braves in the Area IV finals. Along with the Braves, Gastonia Post 23, Union Co and Caldwell Co. will play this double elimination event that will advance two of these teams to the state tournament being played in Monroe.
Head Coach Mark King congratulates the Gaston Braves on a win and prepares for the next round of the Area 4 playoffs.
Braves Third Baseman Grant Tilley, applies the tag for the out. Photos by Tommy Bain
Braves #4 Tyler Hannifin connects for a hit in a game at Hickory.
Gaston Braves shortstop, Mason Secrest times a fastball for a hit. The Gaston Braves would win and advance in the Area 4 playoffs.
Gaston Braves pitcher Tyler Prices throws the pitch against Hickory Post 48. The Braves would win the game and the series.
Ryan Hines #22 slides safely in to home as the Braves rallied to win over Hickory Post 48.
Cam Hale #18 connects with a fastball for an RBI triple for the Gaston Braves.
McKinley Scott, #8, connects for a home run in a game against Hickory Post 48.
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Burke catcher #99 and South Point batter Thomas Lucas made a nice action shot during the Dixie Youth tournament.
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The Dixie Youth baseball tournament took place recently at Harper Park in Stanley. Teams from across North Carolina participated. In this photo Burke right fielder #25 Logan Brown is seen making a play in the game against South Park who took a 6-2 win.
Dixie Youth baseball tournament held
The team from Dunn takes to the field in the Dixie Youth tournament.
Burke pitcher # 44 Brett Bedard winds up and lets go in the South Park game. Photos by Bill Ward
YMCA youth soccer signups A Burke batter hunkers down to dodge a wild South Park pitch. South Park prevailed 6-2.
Youth Fall Soccer registration is now open at the YMCA. YMCA Youth Soccer is a recreational league for children ages 3 - 12. Registration is currently open until August 20th. Practices begin August 29th at the Pharr Family YMCA in McAdenville. Games will be played on Saturdays. Contact Michael Stout at mstout@gastonymca. org or 704.824.1131 with questions.
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Barry Grice to be inducted into Mt. Holly Sports Hall of Fame By Kathy Blake Barry Grice was tennis before tennis was cool. Decades before John McEnroe, Jimmy Connors and Chris Evert thrilled television audiences, Grice was swatting forehands with a wooden Wilson Jack Kramer on the courts at Wingate School, 50 miles east of Mount Holly, when the university was still two-years. Guy named Norman Chambers – who won the national junior college doubles title at Barry Grice Wingate and swept the Carolinas Conference singles and doubles titles three consecutive years at Appalachian State – got Grice hooked on the game, back in 1961-62. Grice hadn’t played much prior to college because, well, there wasn’t any place to do it. “He kinda helped me, starting out. He was looking for someone to chase balls, I guess,” Grice says, halfjoking. “Mount Holly didn’t have any tennis courts when I graduated high school in 1960. It wasn’t very big; nobody really played.” So, Grice learned from Chambers, then enrolled in Charlotte College – now UNC-Charlotte – to quietly complete his degree in business administration. Which would have gone smoothly, except for two unrelated life events. He got married. And, he got summoned to the Chancellor’s office. “I was in class one day, and this lady came and pulled me out of class and said Bonnie Cone wants to see you. And I was like, ‘Oh, my goodness,’” he says. Mrs. Cone, who died in 2003, was a leader and president of Charlotte College since its birth in 1949 and a popular, persuasive community advocate on numerous fronts. She was a teacher, had a Master’s in math from Duke University and had been a statistical analyst in Washington for the Naval Ordnance Laboratory. “She’s going to kick me out of school,” Grice thought. She didn’t. Instead, she let Grice in on her plans to move Charlotte College into the University of North Carolina system, but all the pieces weren’t in place. “She said she wanted to start a tennis program, and she heard I played a little bit of tennis,” he says. “And next thing I knew, she gave me a list of teams we were going to play, and the times and where we were going to play. The only thing missing was a team.” So, in 1964, Grice started the first team. “We posted some bulletins on the board about setting up a team. And I guess we did OK. We would play at Freedom Park on the clay courts – practiced and played there – and we played Pembroke, St. Andrew’s, Belmont Abbey, Presbyterian, six or seven schools. I was the coach and the captain.” Charlotte College became UNC-Charlotte in 1965. Grice, who by then was combining married life with tennis tournaments, finished college in night school and got his degree in 1969. He played in the Southern branch of the United States Tennis Association’s tournaments, and was ranked in the state and Southern region. Mount Holly remained his home base. His wife, Gail, daughter of one of the Jones brothers who owned
the supermarket that later became the City Café on Main Street in Mount Holly, taught home economics, and the Grices raised a son and a daughter. So, it was only natural that he help with installation of the tennis complex at East Gaston High School. “They asked me what kind of courts, what kind of surface, the durability of the facility. I just guided with my experience,” he says. “They did a real good job on it, I’ll tell you that. “They put in a special Har-Tru surface and a lighting system that’s really good, with a timer on it. Usually a team will play six singles and three doubles, but they put in eight courts.” Grice, 74, doesn’t play much tennis anymore. Traded his racket for a golf club, after an injury to his back. He owns the course at Marlboro Country Club in Bennettsville, S.C., which he bought in 2006. “I finally said, hey, I got to start doing something (after the injury), so I just started swinging a golf club and got into that. I like to play, but I love tennis. And Mount Holly and my family and friends. “I was real excited about this Hall of Fame, but I felt there’s a lot more people who are more deserving. “But I felt honored to be inducted.” The 10th annual Mount Holly Sports Hall of Fame banquet will take place on Saturday, August 20 at 6pm in the Mount Holly Municipal Complex. Tickets are $20 nd are available at Charlie’s Drug Store and from committee members.
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The Stowe Family YMCA Summer Swim Club is seen following their swim meet last week. Pictured are the kids as well as Coaches Chandra Barack, Jordan Sherrill, Taylor Myers, Samantha Holder, and Chase Jones. The YMCA Swim Club swimming program is designed for swimmers, ages 6 - 18, who are ready for the next level of swimming. With a focus on all four strokes with technique and drills, workouts are designed to help them become a proficient, stronger swimmer. Molly D’Avria photo ADVENTURE BIKING BOATS CAMPSITE CANOE CLIMBING COASTAL DISCOVER EXCITEMENT EXPLORE FISHING FOREIGN FOREST FRESH AIR GARDEN GLIDING HIKING HORSEBACK
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Speech presented to NC Teacher of the Year Rep. Patrick McHenry (left) recently presented to South Point High English teacher Bobbie Cavnar a copy of the speech he gave in Congress recognizing Cavnar’s selection as North Carolina Teacher of the Year. Seen with McHenry and Cavnar is Gaston Schools Superintendent Jeffrey Booker. Gaston Schools photo
South Point’s Cavnar attends NCCAT seminar North Carolina Teacher of the Year Bob- Educator (voted on by students) five times. bie Cavnar brought his message of giving He earned a Bachelor of Science in English back and caring deeply for students to the Education from Florida State University and “North Carolina Center for the Advancement of Teaching Teacher Leadership Institute” in Ocracoke in June. Cavnar, a South Point High School English and journalism teacher from Gaston County, and 19 other teachers took part in the program South Point English teacher and NC Teacher of the Year Bobbie examining teacher Cavnar recently attended a NCCAT seminar on Ocracoke Island, NC. Gaston Schools photo leadership held at NCCAT, a national leader in professional development for edu- a master’s degree in English from UNCcators. Charlotte. “I was thrilled to find out I was going to “We are elated to have the State Teacher have the chance to come to NCCAT,” Cavnar of the Year in Gaston County Schools,” Gassaid. “And it has been amazing. The group ton County Superintendent of Schools W. of educators bonded right away and we Jeffery Booker said in a news release from had great talks about our work and how to Gaston County Schools. “However, we are do even more for the students of this state. not surprised to see Bobbie Cavnar win (NCCAT faculty member) Alton Ballance this prestigious award. He is an exceptional has been wonderful in bringing us together. teacher who cares deeply for his students and I can’t wait to see NCCAT’s other campus in is extremely passionate about public educaCullowhee. I have had a great experience that tion.” all teachers should take advantage of.” Booker continued, “Simply put, Mr. Cavnar, who has taught for 17 years with Cavnar is a model teacher. He is admired and 13 being in North Carolina, will spend this respected by his students, colleagues, parnext year traveling the state as an ambassador ents and the community. When you think of for the teaching profession. great teachers, Bobbie Cavnar comes to mind It is a profession he was inspired to join by immediately. He is a prime example of the his father’s career in charity work that made a many excellent teachers we have in Gaston priority of giving back to others. County who give their all to students.” “My father (Jim Cavnar) always taught us Cavnar, who has been part of the Gaston through his work for a international charity, County Teacher Induction Program for Sucthat you should give back to society to make cess that trains incoming teachers to model it better, and teaching has been the perfect best classroom practices, is excited about way for me to do that,” Cavnar said. “I’m many of the duties that come along with thankful to have a chance each day to help North Carolina Teacher of the Year, espechildren build their future. It is something I cially having the opportunity to serve as an took to right away.” advisor to the State Board of Education for Cavnar’s resume shows just how well he two years. took to teaching. He has received several “I’m looking forward to providing a honors including: 2016 Southwest Region teacher’s perspective and having a voice,” Teacher, 2015 Wells Fargo Educator of the Cavnar said. Year for Gaston County Schools, 2014 South The opportunity to share and hear from Point High School Teacher of the Year, and other teachers during the NCCAT program South Point High School Most Influential was very helpful, according to Cavnar.
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Gaston College ed2go courses From the workplace to the family room, from the classroom to the car, computers are present in virtually every aspect of everyday life. The Gaston College Continuing Education Department offers a wide selection of ed2go internetbased computer technology courses for beginners as well as those who want to improve their skills, transition to a newer version of a program, or delve into an unfamiliar program. The available courses include: Understanding the Cloud: The cloud refers to software and services that run on the internet, instead of locally on a computer. The course explores how the cloud works, what drives its growth, and how to use cloud services; How to Get Started in Game Development: Games can be found on computers, the web, gaming consoles, and almost every mobile tablet and phone. This course prepares students to start developing their own games and provides the tools and techniques needed to make better design decisions and achieve greater efficiencies; Marketing Your Business on the Internet: This hands-on course will share proven methods for establishing an internet presence and building an online brand identity. It also teaches how search engine optimization (SEO) works, and how to track a website’s performance using web analytics. Also- Introduction to Networking: This course explains computer networking basics in easy to understand terms, using concepts common to everyday, non-computing experience; Also available are other courses on networking, a full range of classes on Microsoft applications and programs at three different levels, and classes on designing effective websites and writing effective web content, PC security and troubleshooting, database management and programming, among others; Each of the instructor-led classes is a 24-hour session over a duration of six weeks. All of the classes require that students have internet access, email, a compatible browser, and Adobe PDF plug-in. Some classes require that other course-specific software or programs have been installed on the students’ computers. Check www.ed2go.com/gaston for class requirements and the full selection of courses. The tuition for each class is $70. Upcoming sessions begin on August 17, September 14, and October 12. About ed2go- Gaston College offers an array of non-credit continuing education courses over the internet. Students can take the ed2go courses from the privacy of their own homes and take advantage of these benefits: No commuting to class; 2.4 CEUs (Continuing Education Units) earned for most completed courses; Course materials available 24/7; Many courses approved for teacher renewal credit. Tuition for most courses is $70. Class registration and online enrollment deadline is three days before the course begins. For more information, go to www.ed2go.com/gaston.
Truck Driver Training The Truck Driver Training Program at Gaston College, a collaborative program with Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute, gives students the necessary training required to operate tractor-trailer rigs, get their commercial driver’s license (CDL) and become professional truck drivers. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the demand for qualified commercial truck drivers is expected to grow by 21 percent through 2020. The number of women in trucking is increasing steadily. Graduates of the program will have the opportunity to be employed by commercial trucking companies, become an owner-operator, or take advantage of local jobs. The truck driver training program is certified by the Professional Truck Driving Institute (PTDI). The next Truck Driver Training class begins in August 2016, with a mandatory orientation session on the Gaston College Dallas Campus on Thursday, August 4, at 10 a.m. The 8.5 week class, which meets at the training center in Cherryville, N.C., consists of classroom instruction, range driving, and road driving. The classes are on Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., starting on August 22 and ending on October 25. The cost for tuition and fees for the class is $1,882, well below the average cost for commercial truck driving schools. A payment plan is available, and there are opportunities for scholarships to partially defray the cost of tuition and fees. For more information about the Truck Driver Training Program, contact Donna Blake at blake.donna@gaston.edu or 704-922-2267.
Another hot July night of fishing and was it ever HOT. Lake Wylie Tournament Trail had 37 boats take to the water and the good news was that most caught fish but the bad news was that all the fish are small. The big fish have gone into hiding. Congratulations to Travis Young and Chris Carnes with the win. They had five fish that topped the scale at 11.44 pounds. Second place went to Larry Fleeman and Greg Pope with a weight of 11.03 pounds. The big fish of the night weighed in at 3.68 pounds and was brought in by the team of Todd Sosebee and Steve Postell. For more information visit www.lwtt.org.
Thursday, July 21, 2016
South Point sets volleyball tryouts The South Point Lady Raiders Volleyball Team will be having voluntary workout sessions on July 26th, and 28th from 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm. Try-outs for the 2016 - 2017 Lady Raider Volleyball Team will be held August 1st, 2nd, and 3rd from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm. Please remember that in order to participate in workouts and tryouts; a current physical must be on file with Athletic Director, Coach Hyde. Please contact the school if you have any questions.
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2011 BASS TRACKER PRO ANGLER, 16 ft., 30 HP Mercury, Tracker Trailer, Like new. Kept in Garage. $5,900.00 – 704-4600415.
40 1/2 GALLON canning jars and UPRIGHT PIANO, (Kohler & 2 cases of quart jars. 704-538- Campbell), $300. Dining room suit 8777. w/server & mirror, $300. Crafts(200) 2”X6”X10’ NON TREATED man riding mower, 42” cut, $400. yellow pine. Used, in good condi- 828-382-0483.
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2005 Boulevard C50 Motorcycle. Lady owned. 12,000 miles . Many extras. View Bike - Long John’s Cycles - 608 Belmont/Mt. Holly Rd. $4,500.00. 704-8251996.
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2004 DODGE STRATUS RT coupe, 2 door, auto, 3 liter, good tires, Mag wheels. $1600. 704466-2671. IMMEDIATE NEED for a Com1988 DODGE DAKOTA PICK mercial Electrician. Must have 5 UP. Mag wheels, auto, $1400. years Experience in Commercial Wiring. Must be able to work inde704-466-2671. pendently, make good decisions 2007 HONDA ACCORD EX, and have a current knowledge of 98,000 miles, leather, heated NEC. Must have Active Drivers seats, dual controls, $8500. 704- License and clean driving record. 477-2221, text anytime or call af- Also, must have Tools and be ter 3pm. able to pass a drug screen. Call 1999 FREIGHTLINER FLD 120, 704-750-3150, leave message or walk in sleeper, 500k miles, De- Email Resume to tina@martinsetroit 60 series, 13 speed, excel- lectricnc.com lent condition, $13,000. 704-538- IMMEDIATE NEED for a Resi0532. dential Electrician. Must have 5 2003 DODGE DAKOTA, ide- years Experience in Residential al condition inside & out. 115K Wiring. Must be able to work indemiles. $5500 obo. 1998 Buick pendently, make good decisions Century, perfect condition inside and have a current knowledge of & out. 90K miles, $2500. 704- NEC. Must have Active Drivers 477-3850. License and clean driving record. 1997 Z-28 CAMARO Convert- Also, must have Tools and be ible, LT-1 engine, 30th anniver- able to pass a drug screen. Call sary, red, all options, 76K original 704-750-3150 and leave mesmiles. $8400 obo. 704-477-0736. sage or Email Resume to tina@ martinselectricnc.com. 1997 DODGE RAM 1500, new tires, rebuilt transmission & moFARM & GARDEN tor, good cond. 1 owner. $2000 firm. 704-472-7233. CROSSROADS RESCUE MISSION PRODUCE from our garBOATS den to your table. Call to see what is available. Squash, okra, pepFOR SALE 20 FT SYLVAN PON- pers, tomatoes, corn. 704-470TOON, 50HP Johnson engine all 5436. very good condition, no trailer $4200. Call 704-487-1174 for QUALITY FESCUE HAY, 4X5 ROUND BALES, fertilized, net more info. wrapped, $40. 704-300-9042. 2008 SEA DOO GTI, BOAT AND TRAILER, very low hours. PICK YOUR OWN: Blueberries, $4950. Local, original owner, Cucumbers, Peppers & Tomaused in Moss Lake only. 704-472- toes. Mooresboro. 828-305-8124. 6032. RENT OR LEASE: Agriculture Field for the upcoming Dove Hunting Season. Call 252-675WOULD LIKE TO LIVE IN, 5 9278. DAYS and nights or all weekFOR RENT ends. 704-745-7214.
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BUSH HOGGING: I will bush hog your large or small property. Call to set up an appointment for your free estimate. 828-429-6086.
IN KM - Country Club Area – 4 BR, 4 BA, hardwood floors, 3 car garage in basement, 2 full kitchens and another 2 car garage GARAGE DOOR PLUS. Special- above. Call: 704-466-9938. izing in all garage door repairs RENT–TO-OWN CARPORT and installations! No job too big or SPECIAL! 21x26x7 with gables small. Free estimates. 704-472- only $240 down. Call 866-3719367, 704-473-6387. 7712 for details & get free delivWE BUY STANDING TIMBER. ery within 2-4 weeks. Clear Lots, Tree Work, Back Hoe, FOR SALE Bush Hogging. We buy Walnut trees. 828-429-4742 or 828-289SWIMMING POOLS: Liners, Fil9756. ters, Pumps, Chemicals, all supAPPALACHIAN STONE CRAFT- plies. Ask about our above ground ERS: Providing all forms of Ma- pools. KM Pools 704-739-1711. sonry. Specializing in Custom Stonework. Wes Hoyle, 828-380- CASH FOR NON-WORKING 2906 or Lee Buff, 704-476-6992. LAPTOPS, We buy, sell, and repair computers, usually in 2 days or less, 704-434-5057. Tues. & CAMPERS Thurs., 8:30-5pm, Wed. & Fri., 2001 5TH WHEEL COUGAR, 8:30-12pm. with 1 slide, sleeps 6, 25 feet, PROMASTER 70-210mm, auto good condition, $5500. 864-457- tele-a-zoom lense for Canon 3180 or 828-817-0792. Camera with Skylight 1A Filter. $50.00. 704-864-9056.
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GAS DRYER FOR SALE, $200. 704-472-6958. 2007 YAMAHA 650 CLASSIC NICE ROCKER RECLINER. with after market pipes, road bars, Blue/grey colors. $100 firm. 704- & saddle bags, 3900 miles, $4000. 714-330-4680 or 828-429484-2853. 2805. SEARS RADIAL ARM SAW. Cost $550, will sell for $149. Need PETS/LIVESTOCK the space. 704-473-5980.
CALL: 866-519-9299 to save thousands on a large metal building! Three factory clearance buildings now available, 34x48, 40x65 delivered and installed. FREE STANDING SMOOTH ATTENTION 4 WHEELERS – SURFACE Whirlpool, self cleanHouse in West Virginia Mountain ing, white oven. Glass top, works near Tazewell, Virginia for sale. great, Seller switching to stain$30,000.00. Call or text. 704-813- less, $200. 704-481-8707, 704641-6780. 5625.
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WANTED HORSES. Also have HOUSE FOR SALE BY OWNhay for sale. Alfalfa & orchard ER. Brick ranch, 3BR, 1BA, great grass, $12 per square bale. 704neighborhood. Polkville area. 300-0366. $69,900. 704-473-7776. FREE KITTENS TO GOOD FOR SALE: Full Brick RanchHOME. 704-472-7116 or 7042115 Fernwood Drive, Shelby. 3 482-3392. BR, 1 BA located on cul de sac. SAVE US FROM THE POUND. 2 Home priced to sell at $69,400 white boxers 3yrs old, 1 black lab and has almost 1/2 acre of land. mix 6yrs old, all males. These big Contact Amy Barrett, Realtor babies free to good home, need Keller Williams Ballantyne area space to run. 704-466-3433. at 704-214-0128 or amybarrett@ FREE TO GOOD LOVING kw.com for more information. HOME, 1 year old female indoor cat. Shots & spayed. 704-460VACATIONS 3881. NO TEXT MESSAGES ACOCEAN LAKES, 3BR, 2BA, CEPTED. washer/dryer, gas grill, golf cart (8) FREE KITTENS, 12-14wks. (1) ginger, (1) white w/gray tips, inc. $1200 wk. 704-472-7145.
LIKE NEW POTTERY BARN CHERRY TABLE and 4 chairs, w/off white upholstery, round or oval w/leaf. $500 obo, cash only. Call 919-389-4463 & leave mesPIGS, 200 LBS - 225 LBS, $200 sage. Photos available by text or each. Piglets, 8 wks old, $50-$60. email. Pork sausage, $5 per lb. 704-538CHICKEN LITTER. 3 hay rings, 8010. $100ea. 2 Ford cycle mowers for WHITE BABY CRIB W/MAT- parts, $200. New Holland manure TRESS, $125. HP Photo Smart speader $500. 704-692-8752. Printer, excellent condition, $100. Set of 4 Goodyear rubber car 55 GALLON BARRELS W/LIDS mats, $25. New Black & Decker and rings, $12 each. Assortment belt sander, extra belt included, of bicycles, various prices. 704(2) calico, (1) gray w/touch of 538-1667, 704-466-8151. $50. 704-300-3050. calico, (2) tiger striped (gray), (1) GARAGE DOOR PLUS. Special“REFURBISHED $300+INcream. 828-289-9817, 512-636PARTS”, Craftsman EZ3 Riding izing in all garage door repairs 1579. Mower, 15.5 hp Kohler, 42” cut, and installations! No job too big or 6 speed manual, runs & mows small. Free estimates. 704-472- CKC TINY YORKIE PUPPIES. 1st shots by vet, $650 females, 9367, 704-473-6387. great, $650. 704-466-0109. $550 males. Also, two older feMOVING SALE. Household fur- STYLISH, LOVELY PIANO w/ male Yorkie pets. 828-245-5314. great sound, good condition. (2) niture for sale. Nice refrigerator, portable dishwasher on wheels, Lots at Eternal Hills Cemetery. PEACOCKS FOR SALE in Ruthcouches and chairs. 704-739- Call, repeat your # slowly, 828- erfordton. Call after 5pm for de447-4708. 2869 and leave message. tails. 828-395-7103. 2 CEMETERY LOTS – Hillcrest gardens in Mt. Holly. 1 vault and double marker. Must buy all. $6,900.00. Call: 704-860-8713.
TAN LABS, 4 females, 1 male, 8 weeks old. Full but no papers, parents on site, $75 each. 828245-5496 after 3pm.
OCEAN LAKES, 1678 STARFISH, 3BR, washer & dryer, large covered front porch. Reduced rates for spring & fall. Summer dates avail. 704-4736109. sheilaba@bellsouth.net. COTTAGE N34, Ocean Lakes, Myrtle Beach, 2BR, 2BA, den, kitchen/dining, covered deck, near country store. Call Dorcas 803-635-9831, 803-718-2659.
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The Stowe Family YMCA Lunch Bunch senior group goes out to lunch each month to celebrate birthdays as a group. This month they visited Saffron Indian Cuisine. This picture includes 3 Y staffers - Mary Lima, Josey Messer, Mary Grier. For more information on Lunch Bunch contact Mary at mlima@gastonymca. org. Photo by Molly D’Avria
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The Mt. Holly Police Dept. sends deepest thanks to everyone in the community who continuously supports them. MHPD would especially like to send a special thank you to Pastor Jason Marlowe and Family Life Pastor Matthew Pennington for opening Tuckaseege Baptist Church last Saturday night in order to pray for us and other local officers. MHPD stands behind the fact that it has one of the best communities in the nation and appreciates your thoughts and prayers more than you could ever know. MHPD photo
EMS announces retirement of Chief Jeffrey Waldrep Gaston County EMS announces the retirement of Assistant Chief Jeffrey D. Waldrep after completion of over 30 years of service to the citizens of Gaston County. Early in his EMS career, Jeff unselfishly volunteered his time to the Belmont/ Cramerton community as a member of the South Point Life Saving Crew. Assistant Chief Waldrep’s county career began at “Gaston County Medical Transport” on July 2, 1986. He was one of the first employees of a newly developed service poised to provide medical care and transport to the citizens of Chief Jeffrey Waldrep Gaston County. As the service grew, so did the demand for a greater capability of medical care. Jeff was prominent in helping grow the service into what it is today. Jeff was also instrumental in helping GEMS first achieve accreditation from the Commission in Accreditation of Ambulance Services (CAAS) in 1995 as the first CAAS accredited EMS agency in North Carolina. EMS Chief Mark Lamphiear stated, “Assistant Chief Waldrep has been extremely dedicated in all of his years of service to the citizens of Gaston County. His passion for EMS, and the wealth of knowledge, experience, and dedication he has given to Gaston County and GEMS are greatly appreciated”.
Members of Sarah Glaser’s Mt. Island Charter School second grade class were involved in the creation of a Little Free Libary that was dedicated last Friday morning at Stonewater Park. The class worked together in four committees: build and design, social media, book selection, and proposal. They had a parent build the Little Free Library for them and books were donated from families at the school. The students wanted to promote summer reading and the love of books. Sarah Glaser photo
North Carolina drought advisory update
The North Carolina Drought Advisory issued by the Drought Management Advisory Council has been updated to reflect drought conditions on July 12, 2016 indicated on the weekly U.S. Drought Monitor of North Carolina. Until further notice, the NCDMAC strongly urges the implementation of drought response actions, for all water users located in or dependent on water resources from the areas of the state experiencing the following drought conditions: (D2) Severe drought conditions; (D1) Moderate drought conditions; (DO) Impending drought conditions (abnormally dry conditions). Abnormally dry counties Two new officers were sworn in at last week’s meeting of the (yellow area on map) include: Mt. Holly city council. Officer N.W. Potter is the one on the left. Avery County; Cleveland County; Gaston County; LinOfficer D.G. Wright is on the right. MHPD photo coln County; Polk County;
Rutherford County; Watauga County. The NCDMAC requests all water users in the counties that are indicated on the US Drought Monitor Map as suffering from Abnormally Dry (D0) conditions to closely monitor their water supply source for diminished capacity and take precautions to prepare for impending drought conditions: Review and be prepared to implement your Water Shortage Response Plans at the appropriate time; Participate, as appropriate, in regional and local coordination for the management of water resources; Stay informed on drought conditions and advisories (www.ncdrought.org).
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Illusive mermaids spotted at local swimming hole Ginny Shoemaker (left) and Sophia Meadows of Mt. Holly were cooling off last week in some interesting swim attire. They were in the pool at Riverfront off Tuckasegee Road. Photo by Cheri Love
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