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Abilities Experience riders visit Holy Angels for 29th year By Alan Hodge alan.bannernews@gmail.com

The weather was sketchy last Friday, but that didn't stop Abilities Experience bicyclists from peddling their way thousands of miles to Belmont for lunch and a Friendship Visit with Holy Angels residents. The bikers have visited Holy Angels each year for 28 years. This is just one of their stops during the 3,000-mile cross-country cycling event that raises funds and awareness on behalf of people with disabilities. The team members average 75 miles per day on their way from California to Washington, DC. Part of each day is spent with people with disabilities (Friendship Visits) on the 64-day Journey of Hope. “This visit is the highlight of our summer,” said Holy Angels CEO Regina Moody. Riders and their support team come from colleges and universities from around the country including Washington State University, Purdue University, Florida State University, Wofford College, Troy University, and University of Colorado-Boulder. Washington State student Logan Fitzgerald, 20, was one of the riders. “We started in Long Beach, California,” he said. “A couple of my friends took part last year and I decided to do it to give back to others.” Holy Angels has had a long time relationship with Abilities Experience (formerly Push America) having hosted the very first Give A PUSH weekend in 1989 – where members of the fraternity from throughout the southeast gathered to help build Holy See BIKE RIDERS page 3 Abilities Experience riders line up at Holy Angels during their visit there last Friday.

Belmont council names ABC Board By Alan Hodge alan.bannernews

Last week's meeting of the Belmont city council saw that esteemed body name a board to oversee and coordinate efforts to bring an ABC store to town. Named to the board were- Chair-

man Joe Stowe, Charles Olson, Anthony Marder, Jonathan Taylor, and Mike Pate. “What a wonderful, diversified, and talented group of people to work with,” Stowe said. Now that the board has been named, Stowe says the next step will be for it to

The Belmont city council named an ABC Board at last week's meeting. L to R: Chairman Joe Stowe, Charles Olson, Anthony Marder, Jonathan Taylor, Mike Pate, seen with Mayor Charlie Martin. Photo by Alex Robinson

meet with state ABC officials sometime in the next few weeks. “We will begin working on details regarding the store,” he said. “Naming the board was just the first step in that process.” New board member Jonathan Taylor shared these thoughts on the store. “Firstly, this is a rare and alternative source of income for the city without raising taxes, therefore the board needs to be a good custodian of this resource,” he said. “Secondly, we owe it to our many restaurant owners to get the store opened right because we have one of the largest hospitality districts in the Metro area, not only does Belmont have the largest volume bar in the county at Friends Pub, but Belmont also has the only craft cocktail bar at 10 Catawba that has probably the most diverse beverage assortment in the county; we need to have a store that can inventory and serve this wide range. Thirdly, I believe that this store can also be a revenue source for providing much needed monies to addiction therapy efforts and law enforcement in our backyard.” Last November, Belmont voters ap-

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Ken Taylor proves volunteering can make a difference There's no doubt that growth and development in our region is blooming at an ever increasing rate. Some folks are content to just sit by and let things go in any direction, for good or ill, but others like Belmont's Ken Taylor want to take a more active role in seeing that careful and conscientious thought steer's the city's future. That's what led Taylor to volunteer for the Belmont Planning and Ken Taylor Zoning Board. The Planning and Zoning Board is an eight-member board that hears and makes recommendations on land use related issues such as text amendments to the City’s Land Development Code, rezoning requests, major development plans, and long-range area plans. This board serves as an advisory board to city council. The Board recommendations are transmitted to the City Council for its consideration when making land use related decisions. This board meets the third Thursday of the month. Taylor explained what inspired him to volunteer/ “I moved to Belmont a little over 10 years ago from

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Killing In America By Glenn Mollette

I don't know how to write a column on this theme except to say, stop, stop, please stop the killing. Killing somebody is the not the answer. Killing people because of race, gender, religion, or for any reason under the sun is wrong. Killing does not eliminate problems. Killing does not solve family or neighborhood squabbles. Yet, we kill all the time. America is a nation of killers. We're all about killing, killing and killing. Do we want to start counting all the people killed in all the wars just in the last couple of hundred years? How many have we killed on foreign soil? How many have been gunned down in Chicago in the last ten years? When you start adding up the deaths during the last ten years in school shootings, theatre shootings, nightclub shootings, alleged wrongful shootings by police and police themselves, it goes on and on. People are sentenced to prison or sometimes the death chamber because of killing. People are filled with rage over somebody they love being killed and want to kill the person who killed their loved one. People who are emotionally able to reach a point in their lives where they can sleep and even forgive someone who murdered a loved one, do so often after years of emotional, spiritual and psychological help. Many are never able to reach this point in their lives. If somebody assaulted your child, spouse, parent, sibling or friend you would be filled with hurt and rage. If somebody tries to enter my house and hurt our family I will utilize one of my handguns and shoot with the intent to kill. My hope and prayer is that never happens. I'm sure that is your hope and prayer as well. Somehow we must ingrain this hope and prayer in every American, the hope to never hurt of kill. Old time church preachers used to preach about "Thou Shalt Not Kill and love your neighbor as yourself." Most of America's churches gave that up a long time ago. Today, the focus of the church is entertainment, and creating a feel good environment. Churches used to send missionaries around the world preaching, "Thou Shalt Not Kill and to love God and love your neighbor." When I was a child I used to read, "Thou Shalt Not Kill" written everywhere. I saw it in such places as public classrooms, courthouses and even Sunday school walls at church. For some crazy reason America started thinking that the Ten Commandments were offensive and that the sixth commandment was no longer necessary. Having the sixth commandment posted throughout America was a lot less offensive than this killing that's going on in our country. The sixth commandment did not prevent killings. Black people were still treated cruelly and even murdered with the sixth commandment posted everywhere. A chapter and verse is not a cure all and even stupid if we just ignore it. In the days when Thou Shalt Not Kill was written people were killed all over the Middle East and it hasn't stopped. Somehow we have to get to the hearts of people and that means all races, nationalities, genders and religions have to quit hating, biting and fighting. The Golden Rule says, "Do to others as you would have them do to you." If all churches, communities, religions, political parties, race groups, gender groups and the

Letter to Editor I am dismayed that Michael Powell (in his opinion “Because ALL lives matter!) misrepresented and slandered the Black Lives Matter movement by claiming BLM issued a “vigilante call to… take matters into their own hands, to enact ‘justice’ in the form of the deaths of all police officers, white or black.” Margie Storch I’ve also been following the Black Lives Matter movement and have never heard a call for violence or vigilante revenge. Black Lives Matter activists are expressing their anger and promoting peaceful, nonviolent action. The killers of police officers do not represent Black Lives Matter anymore than ISIS terrorists represent Muslims. Vigilantism is exactly what Black Lives Matter opposes including the dreadful history of Ku Klux Klan terrorism; the killing of Blacks by rogue cops before charges or trial; and the senseless murder of people by racists like Dylan Roof. Yes, people sympathetic with the Black Lives Matter movement are angry and demanding change. The angry charges may be hard for some white people to hear but should not be dismissed as “vitriolic hatred.” The change we need is de-escalation of violence in our culture and in police interactions with citizens of color. The videos that we’ve all seen reveal the terror and death perpetrated by bad cops. We are depending on our many good officers to help rout out the bad apples. Improved training, community policing and criminal justice reform are all needed. I know people of every color are grieving over the many senseless killings – including those of police officers. To overcome centuries of ingrained racism and violence we ALL must look inward and consider what needs to change in our hearts and institutions… because Black lives matter! Margie Storch Belmont

whole world would just truly embrace this principle then the world would do much better. Bad stuff would stop and so would the killing.

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Fads, jags, and foolishness Probably since cave people wobbled around there have been fads and jags. By the latter I do not mean jags as in E-Type cars or crying jags which everyAlan Hodge body has from time to time, but something you get hung up on. Currently there is a fad going around that folks are having a serious jag Banner-News Editor with- Pokemon Go. For the past several weeks I have observed people wandering down the sidewalk past this office as they stare with glazed gaze at their smart phone screen. I personally observed one boy nearly measure his length on the scorching hot pave when his sandals hung up on a sidewalk crack while so engrossed. Indeed, when this action took place he pirouetted and spun like a ballerina in “Swan Lake”, then lurched forward and backward before finding his feet and continuing his stroll/quest as if nothing had happened at all. By the way I am not overly obsessed with footwear but think that statistically speaking more people wear sandals these days than in the time of Christ. Back to Pokemon. Yes, last week a man and his children stopped on the main corner in downtown Belmont across from City Hall, you know, the corner that's about 2 ½ feet wide there at the edge of the street where cars and delivery truck whiz by madly, and so hard were they looking at their Pokemon screen that they let the traffic light cycle and stepped out right in front of a car whose driver had to lock down his brakes. Well, as Forrest Gump said that's all I am going to say about that only Pokemonists please be careful. Speaking of fads and jags and danger, the Pokemon craze reminds me of the time about 40 or 50 years ago- (time is but a blur, life past a dreamlike thing)- when the Colonial Pipeline was being built through Catawba Heights. The pipeline company needed a place to store the pipes which were huge and long and made of metal and so my grandfather Sinclair Smith rented them a field at his farm (where Catawba Heights Baptist Church currently sits) and the company stacked several huge pyramids of the pipes there. By and by, a Charlotte radio station named Big WAYS started a “treasure hunt” promo whereby they would hide a considerable amount of cash somewhere and give clues kinda like the Pokemon thing and by following the clues you could find the dough. Somehow, someone, got the idea that the jackpot was inside one of the pipes on the farm and one fateful morning “Pawpaw” woke up and peered out across the field to see people swarming in and over the pipes like ants on a candy bar. So, being somewhat alarmed at this spectacle, he put on his togs and sallied forth to the field and asked what was going on and a person told him “we are looking for the treasure”. Can you imagine what would have happened if those pipes had shifted? Needless to say, he sent the treasure seekers on their way. Here is another fad that makes no sense- cinnamon swallowing. The idea behind cinnamon swallowing is to see how much of the spice one can put in one's mouth -dry- and gulp down. I like cinnamon OK but not that much. I saw a viral YouTube video that showed a woman trying this fad. She got the stuff in her mouth alright but it stuck and would not go past her epiglockenspiel. In about five seconds her eyes commenced to bulge, at the ten sec-

ond mark she began retching, then, suddenly, she expelled the still-dry cinnamon in a huge brown cloud that blotted out the sun and also coated her eyebrows and hair. Anyway, I am just o-pine-ing this week that fads and jags can be fun but some seem to cause folks to completely go By Lee H. Hamilton haywire so if you can't resist fadding and jagging please try The next few weeks in politics are a little like the All-Star break in baseball. to include a little common sense. With the Republican and Democratic national conventions upon us, it’s a good time to step back and assess this year’s election. Which carries bad news for Phone both parties. 704-825-0580 The Republicans face a steep electoral challenge. If Hillary Clinton carries Fax Florida (where polling shows a very close race) plus the District of Columbia 704-825-0894 and the 19 states that have voted Democratic in each of the last six presidential Office: elections, she wins. 128-C N Main St. Yet victory for Donald Trump is hardly out of the question. He floated Belmont • NC through the Republican primaries by tackling the anger and discontent that 4,000 copies published every Thursday and available free course through this year’s electorate. His talk about a broken system and his throughout the Montcross area at over 70 locations. emphatic, brash style appeal to a lot of people. His ability to dominate news Alan Hodge - Editor coverage without spending much on advertising has been extraordinary. And Alan.bannernews@gmail.com even though he’s passed through a difficult period for his campaign, the polls Mayra Littman - Advertising have grown quite close. 704-472-7892 • Mayra@cfmedia.info ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Greg Ledford - Advertising On the other hand, the Republican Party is splintered and off its game. Its Greg@cfmedia.info IFPA leaders are having a difficult time with a Trump candidacy. A sizable number of ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Kathy Reynolds - Classifieds GOP stars are finding excuses not to attend the convention, which is remarkable. 704-739-7496 Yet the Democrats should take no comfort from this state of affairs. For Les Wood - Distribution Les@cfmedia.info starters, below the presidential level the party is struggling. Since 2008, DemoJason Dockery - Distribution crats have lost 69 seats in the U.S. House, 13 Senate seats, 12 governorships, Banner News publisher and its advertisers and over 900 seats in state legislatures. a publication of are not responsible or liable for misprints, typographical errors, misinformation herein And while Clinton’s path to the presidency may be wider than Trump’s, that contained. We reserve the right to edit, reject or doesn’t mean she’s a strong candidate — at least, not this year. At a moment accept any articles, advertisements, or inwhen voters clearly want change, she appears to favor incrementalism as the formation to be printed in this publication. We will provide ad proofs for pre-paid ads or way to get things done in Washington. And despite the FBI’s decision that it that are placed by established clients. FIRST MEDIA, INC ads No proofs may leave our premises without wouldn’t bring criminal charges on her handling of emails when she was Sec“Creating Business For People” payment and permission and are copyright by Community First Media. retary of State, the issue is clearly dogging her. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without permission from the publisher. No individual or The British vote on Brexit is a reminder that resentments and anger can fly business is permitted to place or attach any flyer, poster or any type of advertisement of any kind to our boxes or on our racks. under the radar. Washington, where there’s money everywhere you turn, is a CANCELLATION OR CORRECTION DEADLINE: The cancellation deadline is the same as the order deadline bemuch of our cost is involved in the production of the ad itself. If you have to cancel an ad after deadline, it ripe target for “take-our-country-back” populism. The anti-establishment, anti- cause may be necessary to charge for the time and materials we’ve already spent on preparing the ad. Display & Classified Deadline is Friday at 12 Noon. Washington mood should make both parties uneasy. APPROVAL: All content is accepted subject to approval by the publisher. We want your ad to be accurate and correct, and normally there will be no errors. However, should there be But then, so should the course of this election, which has put a premium on ERRORS: an error and it is our fault, we will give you a correction letter and return (or give credit) for the actual space occupied by the incorrect item. Of course you should notify us of the error, before the ad runs a second time. sound and fury at the cost of true engagement with the issues confronting the COPIES: One Free copy of Banner News is available per household. Additional copies are available at our office for a $1.00 charge per issue. country. On that score, we all lose.

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BIKE RIDERS From page 1 Angels’ Push Place play area. They would return a few years later, for another Give A PUSH weekend and build Camp Hope (a recreation destination for Holy Angels’ residents). In 2009 Holy Angels hosted a 20th anniversary Give A Push Weekend – to refurbish the original project – Push Place. Push America held a Give a Push weekend in October 2011 to double the size of Push Place, providing both the funds and volunteers for the project.

“For the team, the real journey will not be on a bike, but spending time with the people for whom they are riding,” Moody said. The Journey of Hope covers 32 different states, cycling over 12,000 miles (there are three teams – North, South, and Transamerica) combined, solely comprised of members of Pi Kappa Phi and continues to spread a message of acceptance and understanding for people with disabilities.

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Holy Angels CEO Regina Moody gave a hearty hello to the Abilities Experience folks. Photos by Alan Hodge

TAYLOR From page 1 South Charlotte where I lived for 17 years,” Taylor said. “In Charlotte, I watched Pineville develop and grow including the development of Carolina Place Mall and it’s outparcels among other things. Once in Belmont I became involved in Boy Scouts and my Church and took interest in attending City Council Meetings, etc.. I was made aware of opportunities to serve on the Planning and Zoning Board and the Board of Adjustment for the City. Because my residence is

outside the City’s incorporated area, in what is called the ETJ – Extra-Territorial Jurisdiction, I was able to serve as the sole representative for the ETJ in Belmont on both Boards once selected by the City Council and appointed by the County Commissioners. I wanted to ensure that both the Regulations and Standards developed along with the Land Use and Development Plan were represented for the ETJ community and that the growth and development in Belmont was controlled and occurred as appropriate. I didn’t want to see the Historical charm and close community atmosphere of Belmont abruptly changed by

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a better place to live. I also feel that if you have the time and desire, everyone should be involved in the community to help guide leaders. Serving on the boards of the city is a great way to be connected and have your voice heard too in shaping and maintaining our town of Belmont.” The City of Belmont is always looking for folks like Taylor to serve on not only the Planning and Zoning, but its other municipal boards as well. The Belmont City Council is currently recruiting for four vacancies on the Planning and Zoning Board and two vacancies on the Board of Adjustment. Three in-town members are needed for the Planning and Zoning Board and one member is needed who resides in the city’s extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ). One in-town member is

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uncontrolled development.” Taylor has found his time on the Planning and Zoning Board inspiring. “My service on the boards allowed me to be aware of the happenings in Belmont and have a stronger connection to my neighbors,” he said. “I was able to meet many folks from differing backgrounds and work with them to guide and direct development in Belmont where possible. Together we strived to grow and develop Belmont in a way as to not impact its historical aspects and wealth of charm.” He's also found a home in Belmont- in every sense of the word. “Belmont is a wonderful place to live and raise a family,” Taylor said. “It is open and friendly with a historical appeal while also being open to new development and ideas. I can’t think of

This group of Holy Angels residents welcomed the Abilities Experience riders with a large banner. needed for the Board of Adjustment and one member is needed who resides in the city’s extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ). The Board of Adjustment is a five-member board that hears and decides petitions for variances from the Belmont Land Development Code and hears and decides appeals of decisions of administrative officials charged with enforcement of certain city ordinances. This board meets the second Thursday of the month. The deadline to submit the

application is Friday, August 12, 2016 to the Office of the City Clerk. Applications are available at City Hall, located at 115 N. Main Street, or on our website at www.cityofbelmont. org. Online applications may be submitted at http://www. cityofbelmont.org/formcenter/ applications-for-board-appointment-8/application-for-appointment-to-city-advi-50. For more information about the boards mission or activities call Alex Robinson at 704 901-2066.

Fishing still slow The dog days of summer are still haunting the fishermen making the fishing very tough. The guys are bringing some good fish to the scales but most are struggling to catch more than one or two of the bigger fish. However, with every Lake Wylie Tournament Trail event there is that winning bag. Congratulations to the father and son team of Russ and David Winters. They were able to scratch out a limit of five bass topping the scales at 12.56 pounds followed by the second place finishers, Larry Denton and Jeff Melton with 11.88 pounds. Larry and Jeff also had the big fish of the night that weighed in at 4.12 pounds. The season is quickly coming to an end with only three more tournaments to go. The recent rains have cooled the lake water several degrees which should improve the fishing. For more information please visit www.lwtt.org

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ABC BOARD From page 1 proved a referendum making an ABC store in town a possibility but a lot of work and thought took place to get to that point. Prior to the vote, the City of Belmont had asked for input on its web site through a quick three-question survey. The straightforward survey asked respondents if they live within the city limits of Belmonts (i.e. pay city taxes), do they support the existence of an ABC store in Belmont, and which, if any, ABC stores they are currently shopping at. It gave five options and provided an “other” space to fill in. Last July, Laurie Lee, director, Pricing Div. and ABC Board Audits for the NC ABC Commission gave a straight-talking presentation to the city council. Lee's talk cleared up a lot of things concerning just what it takes to get an ABC store up and running and what it potentially would and would not do for a town- including infusing a torrent of revenues into a city like Belmont's municipal coffers. “An ABC store is not a cash cow,” Lee stated plainly. Lee went on to explain it could cost at least $250k to staff and stock an ABC store for start-up. That includes $100k for booze, $100k for flooring, shelves, lighting, and computers, and $50k for initial payroll and other expenses. “That's a conservative figure,” she said. The Belmont ABC store will be entering a competitive field. The N.C. Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission approved the opening of a new ABC store on New Hope Rd. in neighboring Cramerton last year , bringing that town’s total number of stores to two. The other store, which opened in a shopping center on Market St. in 2007, has become the third most profitable in Gaston County. This coming November, voters in Stanley will get a chance to vote on an ABC store there. “It's a popular trend,” Stowesaid. ABC stores operate independently with no municipal funding, though the stores make contributions to the cities and towns they operate in. As far as putting dollars into the local economy, a lot depends on retail sales as well as the physical location of the store. If a town, like Cramerton, has a store in a small rented location, like Market St., with low overhead, it can begin sending what's called “local distributions” back to the town relatively quickly. For FY2013-2014 that amounted to $71,704. On the other hand, Mount Holly's ABC store is a much larger free standing building and it and the land had to be paid off first- a ten year wait. Meaning, FY2013-2014 was the first year the local distributions found their way -$12,279 to the city account. Lee told the council that the gross profit of an ABC store is usually only about 22-24 percent of sales. “You need $1 million in annual sales to make it profitable,” she said.

CaroMont Health CEO recognized by the American Hospital Association The American Hospital Association (AHA) has awarded Doug Luckett, President and CEO of CaroMont Health, the Grassroots Champion Award for 2016. Luckett received this prestigious award in July at the annual North Carolina Hospital Association membership meeting for his exceptional leadership in supporting the hospital mission, on both the local and national level. The American Hospital Association Grassroots Champion Award, which is presented each year to one person from each state, was created to recognize those hospital leaders who most effectively educate elected officials on major issues affecting the hospital’s role in the community, who successfully delivered the hospital’s message in helping garner community support for hospitals and who has made being an advocate for patients, hospitals and the community a priority. Since Luckett assumed his position as President and Chief Executive Officer of CaroMont Health in 2013, he has engaged the community and forged relationships with legislators to share information about healthcare issues and policies that impact the citizens of Gaston County. "We depend on strong local voices to help tell the story of health systems as economic anchors and

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DINING Guide Belmont 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 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 Chicken King 501 Woodlawn St. Belmont NC 28012 704-827-1552 Cowboys BS 1420 Perfection Ave. Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 820-8653 Demetrios Restaurant 6928 W. Wilkinson Blvd. Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 825-0057 Friends Sports Bar & Grill 16 N. Main St. Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 825-1401

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Johnny B’s Pizza 106 N. Main St. Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 825-8900 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 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 Queens’ Seafood 1401 Armstrong Ford Rd. Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 825-3332 Reach Out of The Box 360 Glen Arbor St. Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 825-3446 Rita’s Family Restaurant 108 Beaty Rd. Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 820-2894 Sake Express 675 Park St. Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 461-0400 Sammys Neighborhood Pub 25 S. Main St. Belmont NC 28012 (704) 825-4266

White Restaurant 417 Catawba St. Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 825-3886 Wingstreet 685 Park St. Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 825-7335

Cramerton Asian Garden 202 Market St. Cramerton, NC 28032 (704) 824-8318 Georgios Restaurant 202 Market St. Cramerton, NC 28032 (704) 824-2220 Mayworth’s Public House 115 Center St. Cramerton, NC 28032 South Fork Deli 119-B Center St. Cramerton NC 28032

Dallas 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

Double Dragon Chinese Restaurant 3130 Dallas High Shoals Hwy. Dallas, NC 28034 (704) 923-8030

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

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

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

Mount Holly Billys Barbeque Family Restaurant 1127 W. Charlotte Ave. Mount Holly, NC 28120 (704) 827-8747

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

Brite Star Drive In Grill 205 Madora St. Mt Holly NC 28120 704-827-0212

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

China Two Mt Holly 595 Highland St. Mount Holly, NC 28120 (704) 827-8090

Peet’s Coffee & Tea 715 W. Trade St. Dallas, NC 28034 (704) 922-6791 Tavern On The Square 602 Queens Dr. Dallas, NC 28034 (704) 922-5425

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

Tommy’s Drive In 2708 Gastonia Dallas Hwy. Dallas, NC 28034 (704) 922-9099

Side Trax Sports Bar & Food 121 W. Central Ave. Mt Holly NC 28012 704-827-3603

The Country Kitchen 116 E. Main St. Dallas, NC 28034 (704) 922-9597

Bojangles 541 N. 27 W. Stanley, NC 28164 (704) 263-4532 China Garden 190 E. Dallas Rd. Stanley, NC 28164 (704) 263-8788 Friendly’s Of Stanley 119 N. Main St. Stanley NC 28164 704-263-7088

Chicken King 130 W. Charlotte Ave. Mt Holly NC 28120 704-812-8266

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

Gus’s Sir Beef Restaurant 106 Mariposa Rd. Stanley NC 28164 704-263-3988

Hunan To Go 509 S. Hwy 27 Stanley NC 28164 704-263-3988 Niko’s Grill 124 N. Main St. Stanley, NC 28164 (704) 263-1311 Woodshed Restaurant 212 S. Main St. Stanley, NC 28164 (704) 263-1030

Lowell Grits N Greens 125 N. Main St. Lowell NC 28098 704-879-4073 Hillbilly’s Barbeque & Steaks 720 McAdenville Rd. Lowell, NC 28098 (704) 824-8838

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Fellowship & Faith

Church Directory

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Hood Memorial A.M.E. Zion Church Sacco St. • Belmont • NC MT. HOLLY Bethel Baptist Church NC Highway 273 704-827-9846

Macedonia Baptist Church 1951 Stanley Lucia Rd. 704-827-9224

Burge Memorial Methodist Church 312 W. Glendale Ave. 704-827-2726

Morningside Missionary Church 711 Morningside Dr. 704-822-9142

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 Core Church 707 Westland Farm Rd. 704-822-8033 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

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

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

Grace Baptist Church 300 Westland Farm Rd. 704-827-8600

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

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

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

Sanctuary of Praise Ministries 124 Georgia Belle Ave. 704-579-7823 South Point Baptist Church 124 Horsley Ave. 704-825-9516 South Point Freewill Baptist 297 Gaither Rd. 704-825-8045 South Point United Methodist 510 Southpoint Church Rd. 704-825-4019 Springwood Freewill Baptist 220 Park Terrace Dr. 704-827-7801 St. Marks United Methodist Church 701 Secrest Ave. 704-825-8175 Stowe Memorial Baptist Church 26 Kee Rd. 704-825-5987 The Pointe 6700 Wilkinson Blvd 704-825-1709 Unity Baptist Church 1005 Catawba St. 704-825-8730 Upper Room United Pentecostal 1405 Armstrong Ford Rd. 704-825-0604 Will of God Church 513 Woodlawn Ave. 704-827-5185

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Banner-News Obituaries Meditations God is full of truth

Beverly Pierce Hooban Davidson, NC- Beverly Pierce Hooban, 90, passed away Aug 1, 2016 at The Pines at Davidson. Born February 3, 1926 in Battle Creek Michigan, she was the only child of Wallace Mowry and Gertrude Mae Pierce. While accomplished both personally and professionally, she will be best remembered for her unconditional love of her family. Known affectionately as Nana “B” to her three granddaughters and one great granddaughter, her devotion was unparalleled. She is survived by her daughter, Cindy and son-in-law, Don, of Belmont, NC; granddaughters Stephanie (husband Matthew), Katelyn (husband Michael), and Jillian; and great granddaughter Charlotte Elizabeth. She remained a champion of those less fortunate than herself throughout her life, especially those in her own community, with the philosophy that even small contributions can quickly add up to make a big difference. In that spirit the family requests no flowers, but instead a memorial donation to your favorite local charity. Beverly’s would include The Belmont Community Organization (P.O. Box 1248, Belmont, NC 28012), and The First Congregational Church of Battle Creek, Michigan (145 Capital Ave. NE, Battle Creek, MI 49017). The family wishes to sincerely thank the entire staff of The Pines at Davidson for the exceptional care given to Beverly, where she made her home for the past 5 years. Also, a huge thanks to the very skilled team from Hospice of Lake Norman. All have become part of our extended family and we love you. Visitation was at McLean Funeral Directors, 515 N. Central Ave. Belmont, NC 28012 from 2-4 pm on Saturday, August 6th. Service and internment in Michigan will be held privately with the family at a later date. Please visit www.mcleanfuneral.com for online condolences.

I am an evangelist at heart. I enjoy sharing the Good News of Jesus Christ to anyone who will listen. Imagine my excitement to share in conversation with a colleague who has the same passion. He exclaimed, “Our churches do great work in mission, but are we sharing the Good News with the people we serve.” What sets us apart from civic organizations who also do good work? The church is God’s creation rather than human efforts to form an organization. You come for yourself in a social group. In church, you come to glorify God. When we go to serve in mission, we carry in our hearts the Good News as to why we are serving. Jesus was on his way, with his disciples, to a quiet place of rest. The crowds followed him. Jesus looked upon the crowds and was moved with compassion. He saw the people as sheep

without a shepherd. Sheep have a natural tendency to wander off and get into trouble. When they wander off, they are in danger of falling into rivers and drowning. They are prone to falling off cliffs or being attacked. They do not survive long without the necessary care of a shepherd. What was Jesus first response to the need of the crowd? Jesus did not schedule a coat drive, food drive, nor a soup kitchen although vital ministries. “Jesus saw the huge crowd as he stepped from the boat, and he had compassion on them because they were like sheep without a shepherd. So he began teaching them many things.” Mark 6:34 NLT. The world is full of knowledge, but God is full of truth. How will the people know the truth if we are not teaching them? “Household gods give worthless advice, fortune-tellers predict only lies, and interpreters of dreams pronounce

falsehoods that give no comfort, so my people are wandering like lost sheep; they Rev. Angela Pleasants are attacked be- First United cause they have Methodist Church, no shepherd.” Mount Holly Zechariah 10:2 NLT. Jesus eventually took care of their physical need by multiplying the loaves and fishes. But, notice his first response to their need was to teach. The need of others is a sincere motive for Christian service, but let us not neglect to remind the people we come in the name of Jesus. Let us remember always to share the Good News of the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

My daughter’s wedding Part 1 – “The Sword Ceremony” By Tony Marciano

with it between the bride and groom and turned to face the congregation. The groom was not facing me. I looked at Will and told him to kneel. I withdrew the sword from its sheath and tapped him on each shoulder and said, “Will – I tap you on the left shoulder because when I walked down the aisle with my daughter, it was symbolic that my wife and I believe you are the man to marry our daughter. I tap you on the right shoulder because as I give you my daughter’s right hand, I believe you will protect her. Please stand (that was as much as he was aware of. The rest was a surprise to him). I continued by saying, “Will, Maria comes from a long line of men who married well. Her great grandfather, Joseph Marciano married well as did her great grandfather, Raphael Meola. My father married well. I wished you had met nana before she got ill. I married very well. It is my wife who taught me what it means to marry very well. Your soon to be brother-in-law Anthony also married very well. I know the heart of my daughter. You are about to marry very well. You will be able to say with the wisest man who ever walked the planet, Solomon – “a good woman who

can find, she is far more precious than jewels. The heart of her husband trusts in her Tony Marciano and she does him good and not harm all the days of his life.” “Will – today on your wedding day, Maria will tell you she loves you. Like most men, you are good for 30 years or 100,000 miles, whichever comes first. Maria is different. She is a woman. She will awake each day and wonder – “If he had to choose me again, would he choose me over every other woman on this planet?” Still holding the sword in my hand, I continued by saying, “You are about to make vows to our daughter. Right now I need you to make a pledge to my wife and I. If you accept this sword, you pledge to us that you will, with the best of your ability, let my daughter know that if you had to choose her again, you would choose her over every other woman on this planet.” Will had a speech prepared. He completely forgot it and spoke from his heart. It was moving.

My daughter’s wedding was held in a castle. Gone were the tuxedos. The groomsmen wore cloaks similar to what a squire would wear in the days of King Arthur and the Knights of the Roundtable. My son-in-law wanted a sword ceremony. The internet only showed sword ceremonies similar to what is used for miliCreating Memories With Dignity & Respect tary weddings. The swords are held high in the air as the bride and groom walk under it. This is not what he wanted. He wanted me to present to him a sword, symbolic of our trust to take care of our daughter. Funeral & Cremation When we arrived at the rehearsal, Will asked to see the sword ceremony. SERVICE I told him I wrote it in my head and he hear it for the first time during the 101 Oak Grove St. • Mt. Holly, NC 28120 would wedding. I then asked, “Do you trust me?” The sword was at least 36 inches long and kept in a leather case. Let me take you through the ceremony: After walking my daughter down the By Joanne Hager aisle, the minister started the ceremony Did you find a loose dog? Many dogs can stay lost on the streets by asking, “Who gives this woman in for weeks, months, and even years, so move forward with the as- marriage?” I answered the question, and sumption that you've found someone's lost dog. Now you to reunite turned to my wife who was holding the the dog with his owner… But how? sword. She gave it to me and I walked Well, here's a rundown of what you should do: Take at least one photo. Get photos of any special markings the dog may have. Secure the dog with a leash or in a crate, or by getting him into a car, garage, or house. A yard will work in a pinch, but a dog in this state is often extremely frightened, and can easily hop a fence or dig under it (even if you think he can't). Call the number on the dog's ID tag. If there is no ID tag, but there is a rabies tag or a city dog license, contact the number on that tag--they should be able to help you find the owner. If there are no tags of any kind, take the dog to the closest shelter, vet, or groomer, and ask them to do a full body scan with a Universal scanner. Most facilities will not release the chip number to you, but if they do, you can look it up yourself here and contact The Parks & Recreation the owners. If, after plugging the microchip number into the database, no information is found, it means the owners didn't register it. Commission serves as an adviIf there is no microchip, turn dog into the shelter closest to sory body for the Department where you found him OR take him home with you, secure him, of Parks & Recreation and the City of Lowell. The board and begin the search for his family. consults and advises the DirecPost flyers and posters in the area in which he was found. Walk dog around the area in which he was found. You may tor of the department, the City cross paths with someone who recognizes him or he might even pull Manager, and the City Council in matters affecting Parks you in the direction of his home. Search Craigslist ads for lost dog ads that might be a match, and & Recreation policies and the The Hinson Girls Bluegrass from Lancaster SC will be the featured artist Aug 20th 6:00PM at then post your own “found dog” ad. Be sure to post in BOTH the overall program. If you have Lowesville Gospel Concerts/Living Word Ministries – 1062 Hwy 16 South – Lowesville (Stanlost and found section and the dogs section. Always require proof an interest, and you live in the ley) NC. The concert will be no charge, however a freewill offering will be received. A great City of Lowell, please contact way to spend a Sat evening in cool AC and enjoy bluegrass gospel music.. Contact Carroll of ownership.. Use social media, email, and any web-based tool you can think the City Clerk, Beverly Harris, Cooke 704-618-9762. Carroll Cooke photo at 704-824-3518. of.

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CaroMont Foundation hosts grant reception The CaroMont Health Foundation announced its 2016 grant recipients. More than $600,000 was awarded to thirteen community organizations and CaroMont programs whose initiatives will support its mission of improving and enhancing the health and wellness of Gaston County. â€œCaroMont Health has long recognized the importance of extending support to initiatives that complement the work and mission of our organization,â€? said Doug Luckett, President and CEO of CaroMont Health. â€œWe are honored to provide funding to these individuals and non-profit organizations as they continue to build momentum in promoting health and wellness and quality of life among citizens in our community.â€? A reception was held on Monday, July 11, at CaroMont Regional Medical Center to recognize the recipient non-profit organizations and CaroMont programs. "The CaroMont Health Foundation has offered hope and health in Gaston County for a number of years because of the generous support of CaroMont employees and donors,â€? said Tim Paschall, CaroMont Health Foundation Grants Committee Chair. â€œGreat progress is being realized and lives are being transformed through the financial resources of the Foundation, along with the expertise, enthusiasm and dedication of the CaroMont team and community volunteers. We are pleased to join with CaroMont and community partners who work tirelessly throughout the year to help those in need and overcome health challenges to achieve a greater well-being.â€? Community Non-Profits BackPack Weekend Food Program, Inc. â€“ Provides individually-portioned, nutritionally-balanced food for 1,000 Gaston County school children each weekend during the school year. Girls on the Run of Gaston County â€“ Provides coach training and curriculum support through this program aimed at engaging young girls in running. Heart Society of Gaston County, Inc. - Provides heart health education materials for pre-k, kindergarten, fourth and fifth grade students in Gaston County, and cardiac-related medication to clients who are unable to afford their prescriptions. CaroMont Health Programs CaroMont Cancer Center-Dental Services â€“ Did you know that some radiation therapy requires patients to have any dental issues corrected before treatment can begin? This grant helps

provide medically-necessary dental services to patients who are unable to afford so their cancer treatment isnâ€™t delayed. Birthplace and NICU-Safe Beginnings - Provide car seats, home health services, pack n' plays, blankets, diapers, bottles and hygiene items for families who have given birth at the Birthplace and are unable to provide these items for their new babies. Environmental Services â€“ Provides education training opportunities for employees in our Environmental Services Department so they can continue to grow and develop in their career. Human Resources/Nursing Certification â€“ Provides financial assistance to help pay for Registered Nurse certification exams. Imaging Services Mobile Mammography â€“ Provides screening mammograms, follow-up diagnostic imaging and radiologic professional services interpretations in our community for women who are unable to afford these life-saving services. Indigent Burial Program â€“ Help provide cremation services for families who are unable to afford burial services for their loved ones. Indigent Medications and Services â€“ For patients who are homeless or living in poverty, this grant provides muchneeded medications at discharge, home healthcare, medical equipment, hospice care and short-term rehabilitation placement. Spiritual Care-FaithHealth-Gaston â€“ Provides assistance to patients 65 and over who have recently received medical and surgical care at CaroMont Regional Medical Center. Volunteers from participating congregations will conduct regular check-ins at home and by phone, deliver prepared meals and provide transportation to medical appointments and for any errands needed. Wellness Department - Discover You!, Family Wellness Program, Quit Smart, PRIDE and Weight Loss Programs - Provides educational programs to the community about healthy cooking and eating, the importance of family exercise, smoking cessation, exercise strategies for cancer patients and weight loss programs. Chronic Disease Prevention and Self Management â€“ Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Heart Failure and Diabetes - Provides selfmanagement tools and educational materials for patients identified with high risk chronic disease, COPD, heart failure, stroke and diabetes diagnoses. For more information about the CaroMont Health Foundation, please visit www.caromonthealth.org. ALEHOUSE AYE CAROUSE CUTPURSE ENGLAND ENOW FAIRE FAIRY FARE FIE FORSOOTH GAMES GOOD MORROW GRAMERCY HAPLY HITHER HUZZAH JOUST

Mended Hearts is pleased to announce its 24 Gary A. Mims Scholarship winners for the school year 20162017. In its fourth year of scholarships, awards have increased over fourfold since inception. Mended Hearts is looking forward to continuing to grow this program in years to come. Some winners are pursuing advanced degrees while others are beginning their nursing education. Mended Hearts is a volunteer organization of heart patients that inspire hope and improve the quality of life for other heart patients and their families through ongoing peer to peer support. Pictured from left to right, back row Martha Smith, Mended Hearts, Ashley Rowe, Jacob Thornburg, Amber Bradley, Barbara Cooper, Charity Moore, and Sarah Bolynn. Front row: Jake Gray, Mended Hearts, Ashley Brooks, Amberly Colston, Heather Huffstetler, Stephanie Bridges, Mary Beck, Alyssa Pate, Addison McElveen, Erin Ingle, Amy Cody, and Claudio Fuente, Mended Hearts. Not pictured are winners Maggie Hurdle, Jessica Bell, Latreya Bullock, Sarah Casciani, Carissa McGinnis, Bianca Hanifin, Christy Reed, Elijah Vernon, Pam Moss, and Sarah Geyer. Mended Hearts wishes all of these winners the very best in their studies and careers. Mended Hearts photo

Moose Lodge events Gastonia Family Moose Lodge 1303, 29 Diane Theater Rd, Bessemer City will be having Moose Biker Nights on August 15, August 22, August 29. Starts at 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. No charge. Everyone is welcome to attend. Hot dogs and chips will be sold and plenty of beverages will be available. No weapons allowed, and no club or biker colors

allowed. Lots of good fun and fellowship. Come out and have a great time. The Lodge will also have a school supply giveaway (while supplies last) on Saturday August 13, 12:00 noon to 2:00 p.m. Any child that needs school supplies accompanied by parent can come.

Council hears county health assessment By Alan Hodge alan.bannernews@gmail.com

Last week the Belmont city council heard a presentation from Carrie Meier of the Gaston County Health and Human Services Dept. outlining the overall state of folks in our area and the issue of overweight/obesity was once again a red flag The report, officially known as the 2015 Community Health Assessment, touched on a wide variety of quality of life factors in Gaston County including mortality, teen pregnancy, income, educational attainment, physical activity trends, STDs, and the aforementioned obesity. The assessment is required of NC local health departments every three to four years and describes health related measures and community opinions. Entities that pitched in to help craft the assessment also included KNIGHTS LADY LORD MAIDEN MASTER MAYHAP MISTRESS NAY OFT PERCHANCE POPPET PRITHEE RENAISSANCE SHIRE WENCH WHEREFORE YONDER

CaroMont Health, Gaston Community Healthcare Commission, the United Way, and others. Much of the data was gathered via web, paper, and interviewbased queries from community leaders, community residents, high school juniors, and low income residents. According to the assessment, the top five community health issues in Gaston County are, in order, obesity, illegal drug use, teen pregnancy, alcohol abuse, and prescription drug abuse. Mortality in the county was led once again by heart disease, followed by cancer, chronic lower respiratory disease, and Alzheimer's disease. The assessment revealed that weight and lack of exercise is a problem in Gaston. The report said in 2013 two out of three (68%) of Gaston County residents were either overweight or

obese. Of these, 35% were obese (defined as an individual having a body mass index of greater than 30). In contrast, 66.1% of North Carolina state residents are overweight or obese. More than half (57.8%) of Gaston County residents report not meeting the recommended aerobic exercise recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control, and two out of five residents reported not doing any type of physical activity at all. More alarming, 93.1% of county residents did not consume five or more servings of fruits or vegetables per day, as compared to 87.7% of all North Carolina residents. The complete report is available from CaroMont online at http://www.caromonthealth.org/ documents/GastonCountyCommunityHealthAssessment_2015. pdf

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Mt. Holly Police Dept. held Annual Nite Out

The Mt. Holly Police Dept. held its annual Nite Out last week at River Street Park. Rain stayed away and everyone had a great time. MHPD photos

Sheriff Alan Cloninger and members of the Mount Holly Fire Dept., Captain Terry Revis, Captain Scott Furr, and Firefighter Zack King enjoyed Nite Out.

This inflatable water slide was just one of the MHPD Nite Out amusements. MHPD Records personnel Melinda Lail and Miranda Pennington, and Dispatcher Juli Rush helped serve the eats at Nite Out.

Dozens of folks lined up for hotdogs and other MHPD Nite Out goodies.

MHPD Dispatchers Kristin Mims and Shelly Nixon were at Nite Out.

The American Red Cross had this interesting display at MHPD Nite Out.

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12U Mount Holly All-Stars win 2nd in District, move on to Dixie Youth State Tournament

With the end of the Mount Holly Parks and Recreation baseball season, the 12U All-Star team was formed. With a month or so to practice, the team would represent Mount Holly in the district tournament, hosted by Stanley at Harper Park, July 1-5. Pictured below is the 12 U All-star team, holding their Runner-Up plaques at this year’s District Tournament. Back L to R - Justin Cloninger, Aiden Cloninger, Quinton Harte, Drew Wofford, Drake Trull, Shane Trull, Jacob West, Kyle Hatcher, Liam Brady, Stacey Hall Front L to R Gavin Blackwood, Parker Agosta, Trevor Hall, Logan Agosta and Jack Matz.

Jack Matz hit an “out of the park” homerun in the first inning, putting his team on the board and sparking the momentum that would result in a district win over Southpark of 5-3. Photos provided by Bobbie Hatcher

(Right) Of the many qualities that make this All-Star team a strong team, a sense of family tops the list, as ten of these players have played together for the past 4 years (including playing together on the 10u Mt. Holly AllStar team that placed 5th in the 2014 State tournament). These relationships and the values that the families have instilled in these players, both on and off the field, enabled this team to not only bring home the Sportsmanship Award at this year’s District Tournament, but also the same coveted award at the State Tournament. (Left) Winning this award at both tournaments in the same year, is a distinguished accomplishment that only the Mount Holly team has earned this year.

In the midst of fundraising and practicing for the state tournament, the team took some goodies and signed baseballs to show their support for our community service workers and friends at the Mount Holly Police and Fire Departments. In the midst of fundraising and practicing for the state tournament, the team took some goodies and signed baseballs to show their support for our community service workers and friends at the Mount Holly Police and Fire Departments.

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After placing 2nd in the District Tournament, and securing a playing spot in the State Tournament, the 12U All-star team started reaching out to the community, asking for their help to get to Kenansville, NC where the tournament was being held. With only 9 days to raise funds, the boys knew they had their work cut out for them. They started their fundraising efforts by standing at intersections with homemade signs and plastic buckets. The response and generosity they received from passersby and fellow citizens was tremendous. They then proceeded to ask for donations at downtown corners, Wal-Mart, and Shane’s Rib Shack. In addition, the team set up a cooling station at the Farmers’ Market one Saturday, where they handed out cold water and lemonade and received donations. Parents began making phone calls, and players visited area businesses, securing additional donations for banner sponsors. Some of the players even got creative, agreeing to run the baseball diamond for every $20.00 raised. A total group effort, the all-Star team raised enough money to send their team to the state tournament. The outpouring of support from everyone they came into contact with speaks volumes about the town of Mount Holly and the neighboring communities.

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THANKS to all of the Sponsors for your support. Benson Funeral & Cremation Service, Oblinger Family Dentistry, McDonalds, US National White Water Center, Mt Holly Sports Hall of Fame, National Gypsum, OTK, Hannon Orthodontics, Pelicans Training Facility, Harvest West Ministries, Rapid Cash Refund, Henson Mechanical, Carolina IT, McMahan Financial, El Valle, MacFab Co, Vasileio’s Pizza, Billy’s Barbeque, RB Pharr & Associates, Childress Klein Properties, Charlie’s Drug, Landworks Design Group, Clear Springs Development Co, RDS Lawncare and Landscaping, Queen Bee Bakery, Hamilton Orthodontics, Mullis Carpet, Josie Rose Jewelry, Mansour Edlin Consulting, Rabb Florist, Jolie Derr Boutique, Baker & Baker Accountants, Papa Sammy’s Pizza, Southern Roots, Top O’ The Line Dry Cleaners, Chick-fil-A, Harris Teeter, and Food Lion. Many family and friends made donations as well.

On July 15, the team left for the state tournament, being escorted through town by the Police and Fire Departments. During the double elimination tournament, the team won their first game with a walk-off homerun by Quinton Harte in the 7th inning, lost the 2nd game 1–0, won the 3rd game, won the 4th game with a walk off homerun by Logan Agosta, and lost the 5th game, which was the semi-finals for the tournament. Throughout the tournament, Drake Trull racked up 3 homeruns, and Drew Wofford contributed to the scoreboard with a homerun of his own. (Above) L to R Justin Cloninger, Liam Brady, Kyle Hatcher, Drew Wofford, Shane Trull, Drake Trull, Quinton Harte, Aiden Cloninger, Stacey Hall Front L to R Jack Matz, Logan Agosta, Trevor Hall, Julian Hall, Gavin Blackwood and Parker Agosta.

Logan Agosta

Quinton Harte

Drake Trull

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The players and families would like to say “thank you” to Gil Aguirre, Recreation Program Supervisor for Mount Holly Parks and Recreation, for always being supportive and being there to cheer the All-Stars on in Kenansville, NC!

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Jerry Brooks to be inducted into Mt. Holly Sports Hall of Fame By Kathy Blake

Brooks grew up watching his father and uncles play sports, and When Jerry Brooks he took to football and was a kid, he was inbaseball, along with trigued by wrestling. wrestling. At Stanley Watched it on televiMiddle School, then at sion. Cheered for the East Gaston, it meant stars of the WWE – year-round competition Dusty Rhodes, Ric Flair. – one season followSo, when he heard his ing another, year after junior high had a wresyear. He started on the tling team – what could wrestling team in eighth be better than trying out grade, tipping in at 121 for that? pounds, and remembers “I learned very receiving a Most Valuquickly it was nothable Player award. “I ing like what was on won whatever matches I TV. It was a big shock got to wrestle,” he says. there. And my friends By ninth grade, he were thinking the same was 145 pounds and as well,” he says. “We learning that success is a found out it was difgroup effort. ferent. But we hung in Jerry Brooks The 1991 team won there, and that’s what the state 4A title with a 40-15 victory over made it fun.” Brooks, a 1991 East Gaston High School Cary and went 20-0 in dual meets. “First of graduate, had enough fun to win two state all, one thing about that season, I’ll be honest championships, be recruited by several col- with you, is that I was very fortunate to have leges and excel at the NCAA level. His some great coaches and we had real good success has landed him in the Mount Holly chemistry on that team,” Brooks says. “We had a strong team up and down the line-up, Sports Hall of Fame. Like the WWE stars, Brooks’ wrestling and there’s no ‘I’ in ‘team.’ It’s an individual career had an entourage – not the boisterous, sport, but it’s a team sport, and we cheered flamboyant kind, but a network of support in each other on and moved some guys up and his family, friends and coaches that guided a down the line-up to give us the way to win child from Stanley along the path to where he the match. “There was no bickering, no fighting. We is now – a successful business owner in metro practiced every day after school, in the cafeteRaleigh, with a wife and two children. “Coach (Doug) Smith (at East Gaston) was ria. We’d move the chairs and unroll the mats the one who always kept his finger on me, and move in there and start wrestling. We when I was going to school, who asked who didn’t have a wrestling room at East Gaston; I hung out with, made sure I kept my head we’d move the chairs, then move them back.” He won two state championships as an inon straight and made sure I didn’t mess up dividual, but credits the team. “We were all the opportunity I had in front of me,” Brooks says. “He stayed focused on me. In that day inseparable. We worked hard, because we and age, where there weren’t too many guys knew we were being hunted – everyone was getting scholarships for wrestling, he made out to get us. And that’s what motivated us. sure I had the opportunity. He would tell me, We didn’t take any shortcuts. Every time we ‘Be careful these next four or five years, be- went somewhere, we were humble,” he says. cause what you do now is going to determine “We let our work show on the mats.” Favorite memory? “Seeing my cousin, the type of lifestyle you’re going to live.’”

Mario Mclives near Corkle, win Raleigh, and a state chamTheresa, pionship,” who also has he says. a master’s “My junior in special season in education high school, from Belg o i n g mont Abbey, through is a teacher there and with Wake winning the County Pubteam state lic Schools. championTheir son ship, and Jalen, 15, seeing my wrestles – he cousin do was fourth his good in the state meet, tournament. in the private And winning school secstate chamtor as a 9th pionships grader. Their as a team. daughter, Those were Jada, turned the most 12 in July. memorable Jerry Brooks times of my owns five career.” franchises A few of Dickey’s Jerry Brooks at right small colBarbecue Pit. leges took notice of Brooks for football, but He’s been in the restaurant business since mostly it was wrestling. Schools from Ver- 2011. mont to Pembroke had him on their wish lists. Brooks credits the support of his late fa“But the one that stood out the most, that was ther, Jerry “Pete” Brooks, and his mother, Division I and had the academics, was Camp- Mary Ann Arnold, as well as his coaches, bell. I got a partial scholarship, the most that with giving him the foundation to create the was ever offered a freshman, then after my life he leads. “I wouldn’t be here if it weren’t first year, it became full,” he says. He sat out for the coaches and my teammates, throughhis freshman year to concentrate on academ- out my athletic career,” he says, of the Hall of ics, then competed the following seasons. Fame induction. “Being from around Mount He holds the Campbell school record for Holly and going to East Gaston, that smallmost pins in a season, with 17 in 1994-95, town community, it’s something I wish I had and is second all-time in wins for a season, for my children. But it got me to where I am with 39, also in 1994-95. He is 14th in school today. It’s precious to me. Home is home. I history in career wins, with 64, from 1993 to like it.” 1996. The 10th annual Mount Holly Sports Hall He graduated from the Research Triangle of Fame banquet will take place on Saturday, area university with a degree in Business Ad- August 20 at 6pm in the Mount Holly Muministration and Education. nicipal Complex. Tickets are $20 and are He met his wife, Theresa, in 1993 at Camp- available at Charlie’s Drug Store, David’s bell, and they married in 2000. The family Detailing, and from committee members.

Back to school immunization requirements A child must be five years old on or before August 31, 2016 to attend kindergarten. All children entering kindergarten this fall must have a health assessment completed on or after August 30, 2015. The assessments must be submitted to the school principal. Kindergarten health assessment forms are available at elementary schools, the Gaston County Health Department, and all pediatrician offices. Students who do not meet the state requirements for immunizations and have a health physical

exam by September 28, 2016 will not be allowed to remain in school. North Carolina law requires the following immunizations for students: 5 DTP/DTaP (Diphtheria, Tetanus, Whooping Cough) If the fourth dose is on or after the fourth birthday, fifth dose is not required. 4 Polio – IPV 3 doses are acceptable if the last dose was given on or after the fourth birthday. 1 HIB (Haemophilus Influenza B)

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Taylor Hinson, a Senior at Gaston Christian School from Belmont, shot 72 and 72 for her first two rounds of golf tournament play which has her in a tie for fourth place at 2-over-par 144 at the Trusted Choice Big I National Championship in the Girls Division. The first-round leader Leila Dizon followed up her 68 with another 68 to maintain her lead at 6-under-par 136. Only eight strokes separate Hinson and Dizon going into the third day of play. Last year, Taylor finished 4th in the state and looks to be a strong contender for NCISAA medal this year. Tournament website: https://bigi.bluegolf.com/bluegolf/ bigi16/event/bigi161/contest/4/leaderboard.htm Gaston Christian School photo

Rotary and Mt. Holly Fire Dept. collecting school supplies The Mt. Holly Fire Dept. and Mt. Holly Rotary Club have joined together and are collecting school supplies. “We decided to help the local schools with a supply drive,” said Fire Chief Ryan Baker. “The Mount Holly Rotary held a drive last year and we thought it would be a good idea to combine forces and provide even more opportunities for people to give. We will accept donation of supplies at both fire stations and at City Hall. We will accept supplies until August 26th. We will divide the supplies to all of the schools. We plan on participating in this program every year and we hope this will grow and become huge program. We would like to thank everyone for their donations that have already started to roll in.” Fire stations are located at 433 Killiam Ave. and 1210 S. Main St., Catawba Heights. Supplies needed include- pencils, tissues, rulers, colored markers, pens, lunch bags, glue sticks, water color paints, hand sanitizer, pencil sharpeners, spiral notebooks, colored folders, blunt tip scissors, crayons, 3 ring binders, water bottles, index cards.

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Welcome to a brand new year in Gaston County Schools! By W. Jeffrey Booker Superintendent, Gaston County Schools

leges and Schools. All schools have a comprehensive instructional program with opportunities for every student at every ability level. The district ofBright and early on Monday, fers Advanced Placement (AP) August 29, the yellow buses will and honors courses, Career and roll, the school bells will ring, and Technical Education programs, more than 32,000 students in prethe Career and College Promise kindergarten through high school partnership with Gaston Colwill return to class for the 2016lege, services for exceptional 2017 academic year. children, and many other acaThe beginning of school is an demic and student support proexciting time not only for our stuW. Jeffrey Booker grams. dents and parents, but also for the This year, Gaston County Schools has district’s 3,700 employees, which include approximately 1,900 classroom teachers at our plenty of reasons to celebrate. Seniors in 54 neighborhood schools. This year, we are the Class of 2016 were awarded more than welcoming more than 100 new teachers to the $53 million in scholarships to attend the most district, including some 50 teachers who are prestigious colleges and universities in the nabeginning their career in the education pro- tion, and two students received appointments fession. We also have 14 schools with new to the U.S. Air Force Academy. Our graduation rate is at an all-time high, the dropout principals. Gaston County has the ninth largest public rate remains lower than the state average, and school district in the state, and we are fully when compared to the largest school districts accredited as a quality school system by Ad- in the state, we have the best school safety vancED and the Southern Association of Col- record.

All South Point varsity athletic teams named scholar athlete teams By Charlotte Sautner South Point High School’s athletes are not only excellent on the field they are excellent off the field in the classroom. They are true scholar athletes. The North Carolina High School Athletic Association Scholar-Athlete program recognizes varsity teams and individual athletes for their excellence in the classroom. To be a scholar-athlete team, the team must maintain a 3.1 unweighted grade point average for the designated semester. To be an individual scholar-athlete, the athlete must have a 3.5 weighted GPA for the designated semester. For the spring semester all 7 spring sports varsity teams were named as scholar-athlete teams and 95 individual athletes named as scholar-athletes. For the fall/winter semester South Point had 13 teams named scholar-athlete teams which means that 20 out of 20 (All) varsity sports teams received scholar-athlete team recognition for the 2015-16 year. The spring sports scholar-athlete teams and their GPA’s are Ladies Outdoor Track and Field – 3.105; Men’s Outdoor Track and Field – 3.273; Men’s Tennis – 3.668; Men’s Varsity Baseball – 3.472; Women’s Varsity Soccer – 3.625; Women’s Varsity Softball – 3.688; and Men’s Golf – 3.167. Listed below are the Scholar-Athlete teams and their members and then the individual Scholar–Athletes. Women’s Varsity Softball – Hannah Brewer, Maddie Deal, Brittany Franks, Kailey Galloway, Sierra Ghorley, Rachael Gordon, Jaelin Griffin, Skylar Griffin, Abby Henry, Skylar King, Hana McKee, Allison Moody, Bre Powell, Katelyn Shipman, Mallory Thomas, and Breanna Wright. Women’s Varsity Soccer –Ally Adams, Alexis Altizer, Brooke Arnold, Peyton Arnold, Natalie Bond, Hannah Borkowski, Madison Davis, Sophia DeMark, Caroline Hyde, Emma King, Charlotte McCaskill, Haley Nixon, Natalie Robinson, Mikayla Rose, Allie Ross, Grace Russell, Haley Stockton, Hannah Stockton, Elizabeth Targonski, and Madelyn Waugh. Men’s Varsity Baseball – Jarrett Cooper, Timothy Davila, Nicholas Farmer, Walker Featherston, Camden Hale, Jordan Lathe, Jon Ledford, Scottie Lee, Evan Mauldin, Matthew Owens, Davis Ray, Mason Secrest, Ethan Shell, Grant Tilley, and Nolan Wilson. Men’s Tennis – Dylan Dorfmeister, Sam Killen, Zain Lakhany, Michael Lewis, Mark Montelaro, Trevor Pace, Neeral Patel, and Chase Sturgis. Ladies Track and Field – Alexandria Airhart, Jada Alston, Francesca Armstrong,

Audrey Beaty, Erin Bess, Alicia Cowart, Shania Crosby, Tiffany Falls, Jailah Grier, Jessica Helton, Arianae Howard, Kortni Hunt, Emma Jenkins-Matthews, Catherine Johnson, Chloe Johnson, Rachel Mason, Dy’Air McCormick, Haley Rollins, Shayna Rollins, Emma Schultz, D’Azah Smith, Gracie Smith, Alyssa Smith, Kaylee Thagard, Savannah Thomas, Ashley Tolson, Isabella Walker, Madison Weaver, Jenelle Wilcox, and Aurora Ziemer. Men’s Track and Field – Sanval Ali, Jordan Alston, Barry Alverson, Zane Andrews, Ethan Bianucci, Derrick Bowens, Anthony Canterberry, Charles Cason, Phillip Davis, John Deason, James Granson, Jacob Johnson, Diontrea King, Jerme’ Leeper, Chancelor Mayfield, Dalton McCorkle, Max Mead, Nick Muse, Colby Persgard Howe, Colton Russell, and Jacob Stinnett. Men’s Golf – Zane Galloway, Jacob Harvell, Corey Hodges, Jacob Hunsucker, Emory Kualii, James Lawrence, Hunter Marett, Colton Russell, and Brandon Tudor. Individual Scholar Athletes – Ally Adams, Gregory Adams, Alexandria Airhart, Sanval Ali, Jada Alston, Jordan Alston, Barry Alverson, Zane Andrews, Peyton Arnold, Audrey Beaty, Erin Bess, Natalie Bond, Hannah Borkowski, Derrick Bowens, Benjamin Bowman, Hannah Brewer, Anthony Canterberry, Charles Cason, Jarrett Cooper, Madison Davis, John Deason, Sophia DeMark, Dylan Dorfmeister, Tiffany Falls, Nicholas Farmer, Walker Featherston, Brittany Franks, Kailey Galloway, Sierra Ghorley, Rachael Gordon, James Granson, Jaelin Griffin, Skylar Griffin, Jacob Harvell, Jessica Helton, Abby Henry, Corey Hodges, Arianae Howard, Jacob Hunsucker, Caroline Hyde, Emma Jenkins-Matthews, Catherine Johnson, Jacob Johnson, Samuel Killen, Emma King, Skylar King, Zain Lakhany, James Lawrence, Scottie Lee, Michael Lewis, Hunter Marett, Rachel Mason, Evan Mauldin, Charlotte McCaskill, Hana McKee, Max Mead, Ben Miller, Mark Montelaro, Allison Moody, Nick Muse, Haley Nixon, Matt Owens, Trevor Pace, Neeral Patel, Colby Persgard-Howe, Bre Powell, Davis Ray, Natalie Robinson, Mikayla Rose, Allie Ross, Colton Russell, Grace Russell, Emma Schultz, Mason Secrest, Ethan Shell, Katelyn Shipman, Alyssa Smith, D’Azah Smith, Gracie Smith, Jacob Stinnett, Haley Stockton, Hannah Stockton, Chase Sturgis, Elizabeth Targonski, Kaylee Thagard, Mallory Thomas, Grant Tilley, Ashley Tolson, Brandon Tudor, Madelyn Waugh, Jenelle Wilcox, Nolan Wilson, Breanna Wright, and Aurora Ziemer.

Another significant point of pride for Gaston County Schools is our very own Bobbie Cavnar of South Point High School, who is the 2016-2017 North Carolina Teacher of the Year. This is the third time that we’ve had the State Teacher of the Year in Gaston County. An accomplished educator, Mr. Cavnar will spend the year serving as an ambassador and advocate for public schools across the state. Last year, the Board of Education developed a plan for new school options in Gaston County. The plan called for an elementary magnet program, new elementary and middle schools, and a renewed focus on Career and Technical Education. Hawks Nest STEAM Academy, our community’s first magnet school for elementaryage children, opens in August and will offer a comprehensive academic program with a distinct emphasis on Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics. Additionally, a new Career Academy at Hunter Huss High School will provide students with more career exploration and job training opportunities. This summer’s groundbreaking ceremonies for an elementary school in Gastonia and a middle school in Stanley were especially exciting. Construction is underway, and we expect the two new schools to be ready during the 2017-2018 year. The summer months always are a busy time for school staffs and central office personnel, and this summer was no exception. To prepare for the new academic year, school buildings were cleaned thoroughly, buses were inspected, new employees were hired, teachers and other employees participated in professional development, and repairs and improvements were made at many schools. Our successful summer programs offered

Boogie with Books The Partnership for Children of Lincoln & Gaston Counties hosted a Boogie with Books event in the Rhyne Community at Bethlehem Church West Campus on July 22nd. Free books were distributed to each child that attended. There was also free popcorn, a bounce house, and multiple games for children. The Partnership would like to thank each family that attended. For more information about the Partnership for Children and Smart Start call 704-922-0900. Be sure to see Facebook: http://www. facebook.com/pfclg. Photos by Tabitha Whetstine

engaging academic opportunities for students across the county. The summer reading camp for students in grades 1-3 provided individual and small-group instruction to improve reading and comprehension skills, and our math and writing camps as well as the summer enrichment program focused on learning in a fun and creative environment. Without question, there are many reasons to be proud of Gaston County Schools. Our students continue to excel in every arena: in the classroom, on the athletic field, in the performing arts, and through extracurricular activities. Our employees are highly qualified professionals who care deeply about the success of children, and the tremendous support from our parents, volunteers, and community partners makes our schools even better. With the new year getting underway, we invite parents to learn more about our schools by visiting the district website, www.gaston. k12.nc.us, and your child’s school website. We also encourage parents to download the Gaston County Schools mobile app, connect with us on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube, and watch Time Warner Cable Channel 21, our educational television station, for the latest school news and information. Everyone in our school family is looking forward to the 2016-2017 academic year with enthusiasm and optimism. The Board of Education joins me in extending best wishes to all students, parents and employees for a productive school year filled with many excellent opportunities. Working together, we will continue to inspire success and a lifetime of learning in Gaston County Schools. W. Jeffrey Booker serves as Superintendent of Gaston County Schools and is the 2016-2017 Southwest Region Superintendent of the Year.

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Scenes from Meet the Storm Day

On Saturday, August 6, 2016 Stuart W. Cramer High School football teams and the Athletic Booster Club held their annual ‘Meet the Storm’ Day. The JV and Varsity football teams ran through some drills prior to the event and were met with a thunder of applause as they ran through the STORM tunnel to take the field. Those in attendance were delighted to watch performances by the Raging Storm Marching Band and the Storm Cheerleaders. Community leaders, Storm students, faculty fans, and the Chick-fil-a Cow were all in attendance. Georgio’s Restaurant in Cramerton sponsored a free t-shirt give away to the first 100 elementary age kids through the gate. The SCHS Athletic Booster Club was on hand with all the latest Storm apparel, $1 day concessions, membership drive, and a kid’s area for the little ones. Sandi Heavener, Athletic Booster President, said, “She felt the event was well attended and was a great way to bring the three Storm communities together to celebrate and recognize all our Thursday and Friday night Storm students.” The Varsity Football team will host a jamboree next Friday, August 12 games beginning at 4pm with the STORM taking the field during the last matchup at 9pm. Photos courtesy Sandy Heavener

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Gaston County Schools orientation and open house dates Elementary Schools Belmont Central Elementary Sunday, August 21 Second Grade Orientation 3:00-4:00 p.m. Thursday, August 25 Meet the Teacher Event 5:00-7:00 p.m. Catawba Heights Elementary Thursday, August 25 K-2 Information Session Please pick a session: 5:00, 5:30 or 6:00 p.m. Third-Fifth Grade Orientation 5:00-7:00 p.m.

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McAdenville Elementary Thursday, August 25 Orientation Kindergarten-Fifth Grade 6:00 p.m. Thursday, September 22 Open House and Title I Meeting 6:00 p.m. North Belmont Elementary Wednesday, August 24 Kindergarten Orientation 6:00 p.m. Thursday, August 25 Grades 1-2 4:00-5:00 p.m. Grades 3-5 5:00-6:00 p.m. Page Primary Wednesday, August 24 First Grade Orientation, 5:00 p.m. Kindergarten Parent Meeting, 6:30 p.m. Kindergarten Meet the Teacher Event Sunday, August 28 3:00 p.m.

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Pinewood Elementary Wednesday, August 24 Kindergarten-Fifth Grade Orientation 5:00-7:00 p.m. Thursday, September 15 Open House, 5:30 p.m. Rankin Elementary Wednesday, August 24 Meet the Teacher Event (K-2) Kindergarten, 5:30 p.m. First Grade, 6:00 p.m. Second Grade, 6:30 p.m. Thursday, August 25 Meet the Teacher Event (3-5) Third Grade, 5:30 p.m. Fourth Grade, 6:00 p.m. Fifth Grade, 6:30 p.m.

Springfield Elementary Thursday, August 25 Orientation Kindergarten, 5:00 p.m. Grades 1-2, 6:00 p.m. Middle Schools Belmont Middle Friday, August 19 Sixth Grade Camp 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Tuesday, August 23 Sixth Grade Parent Orientation 6:00-7:00 p.m. Thursday, August 25 Seventh and Eighth Grade Open House 6:30-7:30 p.m. Cramerton Middle Tuesday, August 16 Sixth Grade Orientation 9:00-12:00 p.m. Thursday, August 25 Seventh and Eighth Grade Open House 4:00-6:00 p.m. Holbrook Middle Tuesday, August 16 Sixth Grade Camp 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Thursday, August 25 Open House, 5:00-7:00 p.m. Mount Holly Middle Wednesday, August 17 Sixth Grade Camp 9:00-11:30 a.m. (A-L) 1:00-3:30 p.m. (M-Z) Tuesday, September 6 Seventh and Eighth Grade Open House 6:00 p.m. Stanley Middle Thursday, August 25 Seventh and Eighth Grade Open House 4:30-6:00 p.m. Friday, August 26 Sixth Grade Orientation 9:00-11:00 a.m. High Schools Stuart W. Cramer High Tuesday, August 16 Freshman Camp 8:30-11:30 a.m. Thursday, August 25 Meet the Teacher Event 5:30-6:30 p.m. East Gaston High Friday, August 19 Freshman Orientation 9:00-11:00 a.m. (Last Names A-M) 1:00-3:00 p.m. (Last Names N-Z) Tuesday, August 30 Open House 6:00-7:00 p.m. South Point High Wednesday, August 17 Freshman Transition Camp 8:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Thursday, August 25 Open House, 630 p.m.

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Town of Stanley Belmont Central accepting school supplies announces important dates Stanley Town Hall is supporting schools as a drop-off location for classroom supply donations. Classroom Central is an organization that provides local schools with the supplies that children need to learn and participate in their education. For more information on Classroom Central and their mission to help teachers and students in our community, visit https:// www.classroomcentral.org/ . If you have questions, please feel free to contact Town Clerk, Catherine Greder at cgreder@ townofstanley.org.

Here are some important dates for the start of school. August 21 - Sundaes for Second Grade - 3 pm - This event is for second grade families to come learn about the school. The program takes place in the school’s multi-purpose room. August 25 - Meet the Teacher - 5-7 pm - Teacher assignments will be mailed out this year and not posted on the doors like in years past to maintain student confidentiality. August 29 - First Day of School - Doors open at 7:20 am for students and the tardy bell rings at 8:00 am.

National Network Classified Ads Mt. Island Charter School students pitched in recently for a Paw Creek Presbyterian Youth Group Missions Weekend. Students included: Maddie Sudderth - Middle School Volleyball; Max Sudderth - QB – JV; Mason Graham - JV Football; Kyle Holcomb - QB – V; Cameron Brown - V Soccer; Kaylan Brown Middle School Cross Country; Tyler Cobb - V Golf; Steven and Bobby Wilburn ; Left to right - Cobb, Sudderth, and Holcomb are seen sorting shoes for Samaritan’s Feet. Photo provided

School nutrition news Good nutrition is a key component of student success and achievement in the classroom. Consequently, the goal of the Gaston County Schools Nutrition Department is to provide appealing, nutritious, healthy, and well-balanced meals to our students daily. Students and staff may choose from a variety of entrees, whole grain-rich foods, fruits, vegetables, and one-percent or skim milk. This variety is essential to properly supply our body’s many nutrient needs. Fresh fruit is available daily, and seasonal purchases of locally grown produce are coordinated through the N.C. Department of Agriculture and GAP certified farmers. Nutritional information for all menu items is available from the Cafeteria Manager, School Nurse, or School Nutrition office. Breakfast and lunch programs are offered at all schools. Meals served in school cafeterias must meet menu patterns and rigorous nutritional specifications established by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. However, if your child has been determined by a physician to be handicapped, and the handicap would prevent your child from eating the regular school meal, then School Nutrition will make any substitutions prescribed by your doctor. If a substitution is needed, there will be no extra charge for the meal. However substitutions and modifications to the menu are not available for personal, cultural, or religious preferences. Please contact the School Nutrition Office at (704) 836-9110 for further information. School Lunch Prices Elementary Breakfast $1.20 Elementary Lunch $2.70 Elementary Reduced Lunch .40¢ Middle School Breakfast $1.20 Middle School Lunch $2.80 Middle School Reduced Lunch .40¢ High School Breakfast $1.20 High School Lunch $2.80 High School Reduced Lunch .40¢ School Staff Breakfast $1.50 School Staff Lunch $3.75 Adult Guest Breakfast $1.50 Adult Guest Lunch $3.75 Students with Special Diet Needs Students with medical conditions such as allergies and diabetes may request modification to school meals by completing a Diet Order form. Parents may obtain a Diet Order application from the cafeteria manager, school nurse or School Nutrition office. The form must be signed by a physician and returned to the cafeteria manager or sent to the GCS School Nutrition Office, 500 Reid Street, Lowell, NC 28098. For more information, contact your school principal or call the GCS School Nutrition Office at (704) 836-9110. Free and Reduced Lunches All students enrolled in the Gaston County Schools are given an opportunity to apply for free or reduced price breakfast and lunch. To apply, a parent or guardian must complete and sign a Free and Reduced Price Meal application form. The form must be submitted each year. Only one application per household is necessary. Eligibility for free and reduced price meals is based on household income and number of people in the household. Applications are available from the cafeteria manager, school office and the School Nutrition office.

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1.5 DOZEN 1/2 GALLON JARS, LARGE GE CHEST FREEZER, 50 quart. jars for sale. 704-538- 61’ long by 27” wide, with light, $250. Very nice recliner, brown 8777. leather, like new, $250. 828-286BEDROOM SUIT, HEAVY DUTY, 8093. adjust to full or queen, $100. Call OKRA FOR SALE, $32 per bush704-739-4296. el. Billy Wells, 828-245-0248. TWO LOAD GATE TRAILERS, SWIMMING POOLS! 16x32 in18hp & 10hp riding lawnmowers ground, completely installed, 20 with no decks. 18hp lawnmower, years experience. Come & See! good condition. 704-538-5401. Special Price, $12,900. Offer LimFOR SALE: POTTERY BARN, ited. 828-429-6595. L-shaped outdoor wicker sofa. FLAGS & FLAG POLES IN Excellent condition, $400. 704- STOCK. J Johnson Sales, Forest City. 828-245-5895. 473-2119. ANTIQUES, TABLE & 6 CHAIRS, china cabinet, Pastor’s desk & chair, Victorian couch, Avon bottles, all have numbers. Bring truck, all must go! Make offer!. 704-473-5980.

WASHER, LG, Sell $350, paid $700, 2 months old. Also Pro Form 480pi treadmill, $60. 704524-3206.

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2003 POLARIS MAGNUM 325. Includes a 25 gallon sprayer. $1000. 704-692-3635. KAWASAKI PRAIRIE 360, 4 WHEELER, $1900. 4x8 tilt trailer with spare, $300. 803-2224559. Call between 9am-5pm.

2014 KAWASAKI ZX14R, only 3500 miles, adult ridden, satin black with bright red trim, new Two Brothers Exhaust System, 2 new Michelin tires, $11,500 TRAILERS-TRAILERS: 7x16 En- OBO. 828-305-0207. closed $3995, (5) in stock. New WANTED TO BUY 5x8 UT $525. 5x10 High Side $1195. Over 60 Trailers in stock! J Johnson Sales, Forest City. 828- WANTED HORSES. Also have 245-5895. hay for sale. Alfalfa & orchard

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VACATIONS OCEAN LAKES, 3BR, 2BA, washer/dryer, gas grill, golf cart inc. $1200 wk. 704-472-7145. BEACH HOUSE FOR RENT in Ocean Lakes. 2BR, 2BA, washer & dryer, very close to ocean. Includes golf cart. Call 704-4349502.

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2 (14X70) MOBILE HOMES for office units or class units. Separate rooms and doors. Bathroom in each. We will move & set up. $5000 each. 704-434-7189.

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