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Belmont’s Olympic Rio Rally was a red, white, and blue hit

By Alan Hodge alan.bannernews@gmail.com

Last Wednesday in downtown Belmont it was hard to tell what was hotter, the ambient temperature or the Olympic Rio games fever that was being felt by the large crowd of folks who showed up on N. Main St. to show support for USA team members. Adding to the excitement was the fact that most of the downtown businesses festooned their storefronts with patriotic flags and banners.

Dubbed the Belmont Rio Rally, the happening was organized by the Belmont Main Street Promotion’s Committee.

The event took place on the vacant lot across from the Belmont General Store and by the time it officially kicked off at 5pm people waving American flags and wearing all sorts of red, white, and blue togs and hats began showing up. A news crew from WCNC-TV broadcast the hour-long jamboree live.

NBC News had contacted various neighborhoods in and around Charlotte, all the way to Hickory, and picked Belmont to feature.

“The NBC News producer told me that Belmont not only had the largest turnout of any neighborhood selected but that we also had more activities,” said organizer Jonathan Taylor. “It's very impressive how quickly our volunteers, our city staff and our small businesses worked together and pulled this off in just a few days. I am glad that Belmont looked so good and Charlotte can see what makes this town so great.”

One person who took part in Belmont's Rio Rally was Eric Hurd who actually com-

peted in the 2012 Olympics in London in the canoe slalom competition.

“Having this event in beautiful Belmont is awesome,” Hurd said. “It proves the Olympics brings people together.”

In addition to the throng that made the scene, the Olympic Rio Rally had a wide variety of activities and participants. Riverman Brewery was distributing free samples.

Nellies Southern Kitchen had a cooking expo at the pep rally site. Rob Kortus, Owner of Commander in Leash, brought his talented dog Sophie to perform. Brian Andersen and Josh Rhodes of Happy Dog had a dog agility demo. Pam Carroll of Dance Specialties brought a dozen members of her tumbling team who amazed the crowd. Jen Colangelo of Tastebuds Popcorn was there with a tent and table and gave out samples of team USA popcorn. There was a photo area to the side with a backdrop featuring Rio’s signature Christ the Redeemer statue. There was also a table with volunteers handing out Rio Rally stickers for the kids and helping kids make their own Olympic ribbon and “medals”.

City of Belmont downtown events director Vicki Davis summed it up. “The Belmont Rio Rally was a great exhibit of patriotism and community support for TEAM USA during the Olympics.” she said. “ It was so good to see a fun-spirited 'coming together' of all ages from businesses, organizations and clubs, families and individuals, to community leaders and elected officials. It was a great opportunity to showcase Downtown Belmont Belmont Middle School students Zach Neyen and Aiden Valentine made a huge splash with these and display that we are Belmont Proud!”

Photo by Alan Hodge See more OLYMPIC PICTURES page 3 outfits at Belmont's Rio Olympic Rally last week.

Community Foundation gives grant to Smith Cemetery The historic Smith Cemetery on Belwood Dr. in Belmont will be getting a nice fence along its front thanks to a $2,000 grant from the Community Foundation of Gaston County.

Last week, Community Foundation representative Elizabeth Patton presented the Belmont Community Impact Grant check to Smith Cemetery Historic Preservation Association president Leigh Ford and other dignitaries at the graveyard site.

The Association requested the grant from the Community Foundation to help fund the installation of a commercial grade black aluminum fence across the front of Smith Cemetery. Ford said the fence is in respect to those buried and will serve as a deterrent towards vandalism. There will be two gates that open to allow easy access by visitors.

“The Community Foundation is a non-profit's best friend,” Ford said. “It provides matching funds and helped us meet our goals.”

“Thanks to generous donors from Belmont, the Foundation was able to expand its grant funds,” said Patton.

Smith Cemetery Historic Preservation Association was formed in 2010 for the charitable purpose to proSee more SMITH CEMETERY page 4

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The Community Foundation of Gaston County presented the Smith Cemetery Historic Preservation Association a check for $2,000 last week.

Pictured from left- Elizabeth Patton, Community Foundation of Gaston County; Elizabeth Snuggs McAteer, president general of the Colonial Dames 17thCentury; Melanie Ford, secretary treasurer SCHPA; SCHPA board member Eva Ann Via; Cavin Harris, chairman Belmont Community Impact Fund; Leigh Ford, SCHPA president; rear row SCPHA board members Jerry Campbell and Gerald Brown.

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Thanks to Gastonia businessman Mick McMahan, the Belmont PD will be getting ten more bulletproof vests. McMahan appeared at police headquarters last Wednesday and wrote a check for $4,500 that will purchase the items. McMahan is the founder and Managing Partner of Gaston Capital Partners, LLC, a private equity firm in Gastonia.

The vests are like five others that were donated three weeks ago by Andy Warlick, CEO of Parkdale Mills. They are made by Premiere Body Armor in Kings Mountain. They are constructed of Kevlar and steel plates, weigh 15 pounds each, and are designed to withstand not only pistol shots but rifle rounds as well.

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My daughter’s wedding Part 3“She was married by Elvis” When my father’s family arrived off the boat from Italy, they went in different directions. His father went about 50 feet from Ellis Island and lived in Jersey City. There was another relative that moved to Rhode Island. My father spent some of his summers there when he was growing up.

Years later, my father took us to Rhode Island to introduce us to our relatives. That was 1965.

In 1966, my father and mother along with his brothers and sisters went to RI for a family wedding. My father told me how much he enjoyed it because it wasn’t just a wedding that you attend and leave.

The festivities started on Friday and went right through Sunday.

Fast forward 50 years later and without realizing it, I was repeating history. My daughter’s Friday afternoon wedding rehearsal began with me, the officiant (me) dressed as Elvis Pressley. I had problems with the hair piece so it looked more like Napoleon than Elvis.

There I am at the front of the chapel, explaining what we were doing while wearing an Elvis costume with his big yellow eye glasses. It was great.

From there we went to the rehearsal dinner. It wasn’t your classic rehearsal dinner with stories of the couple. I

reverted to Italian traditions.

First the couple has to saw a log in half. Since the restaurant wouldn’t allow that, I had them braid three cords into one, forgetting my daughter is brilliant at that. After we ate, we started the program. The groom was supposed to lip sync to the song “Maria” from West Side Story but I couldn’t get the speakers to be loud enough. Not wanting to lose the audience, I had the groom, groomsmen and me belt out the song acapella. Thinking they were off the hook, I lined up the bridesmaids and they sang, “How Do You Solve a Problem Like Maria.” I still get teary eyed when I think of the last line in the song, “How can you catch a moonbeam in your hand?” That is my daughter.

Saturday was the bridesmaid breakfast followed by the bridesmaid lunch. In between there were 6 bridesmaids, one bride, one mother of the bride and one mother of the groom that had to have hair and makeup done. I’m glad it was a 6pm wedding. It took all day. The reception ended at 11pm.

The next day I invited 45 people over to my house for lunch. We ordered Southern BBQ. My brother-in-law who is from NC had to explain to my NJ family that BBQ is

something you eat, not something you do or cook food on (we were having a Tony Marciano cookout, not a BBQ). He also explained to them where to put your coleslaw.

Since the bride and groom got the key to their apartment on their wedding day, some helped move their bed and other furniture into the apartment. Others had flights to make. I took four of my relatives over to our women’s division Dove’s Nest for a tour.

My cousin’s daughter is thinking about interning there.

This wedding was what my father had experienced 50 years before. It was about the connections with people you love. The food was just an excuse to bring people together.

Isn’t it interesting that years later, every Thanksgiving, Christmas and Easter at Charlotte Rescue Mission is more than a mid-day meal. It’s a 9-hour event. The food is just an excuse to bring people together. We want them to know not only do we love them but God deeply loves them too.

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Thursday, August 25, 2016 “Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts.”

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Spider Monkey wherefore art thou?

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Well the Olympic games are over and I eryone in gym class am sure most of you'uns watched at least part had to run two comof the proceedings from Rio and observed plete circuits of the Garinger campus in order the sculpted fizzeeks of the athletes and the to receive a passing grade for the year. This way the competitors gritted their teeth and was no mean feat as the campus was at least ¾ bulged their eyes and strained every muscle of a mile in circumference and Spider Monkey to the point of throwing a rod and twirled with his skinny legs and me with my deviated and jumped and ran and swam and wrassled septum knew there was no way we could do it. and hit balls, threw balls, kicked balls, rowed Add to this the fact it was around 90 degrees skinny boats and did every other kind of sport on the appointed day of the event. under the blazing Brazilian sun that could be So, being of superior intelligence to the thought up all for the glory of the fatherland or coach, Spider Monkey and I hatched a plan. motherland whichever they may call it and for On the back side of the campus there was a discs and ribbons to hang around their necks large clump of bushes that separated it from now and later on, decades from now, to point the adjoining Brook St. where hoodlums out out on the wall to their grandkids with a lived. It was risky business but we decided to bony finger and say “That was me back in jump behind the bushes on the first lap, and them days.” then jump out again as the herd came by on I submit that the root of the Olympics is in the last lap, joining the huffing, puffing parade high school gym class for it is there that many of gym joggers all the way to the finish line. of the athletes got their start in whatever sportWell, the plan worked to perfection (no ing discipline they currently excel at. one observed we were bone dry and the othBut gym class can also be an incubator for ers sopping in sweat) and we got our credits athletes of another stripe. Back when I was a student (so-called) at Garinger High Class and graduated and a couple of years later the of 1970, I had a chum in gym class named coach quit teaching and opened a bar on MonSpider Monkey. This was not his Christian roe Rd. and I went in one evening and he and name, but rather a moniker hung on him due I were talking about the good old days of gym to the fact that he had a rather skimpy torso class and I confessed as to what Spider Monand very long arms and legs. Sometimes, just key and I had done and he started laughing for fun, Spider Monkey would walk down and called us a name that cast question on our the hallowed halls of Garinger in a manner parents having been married.

I often think of Spider Monkey and wonder not unlike the type of ape for which he was tagged. This, while wearing penny loafers, what the years have brought his way. I think khaki pants, and a BanLon shirt, never failed his real first name was Steve but I can't remember his surname to save my life. Maybe to create a sensation.

Spider Monkey and I both loathed gym he or someone that knew him will read this class. We especially hated running laps and column and let me know what's up with him thanks to a PE teacher who was a former col- or better yet put us in touch.

Well, that's my nefarious connection belege jock and who recognized the distaste for tween the glory of the Olympics and high running we had, made us do it just for cruel

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More scenes from the Belmont’s Olympic Rio Rally

WCNC TV host Hannah Welker broadcast live from Rio Rally.

Even dogs (and owners) got into the Rio Rally act. From leftTekla Coolidge with Hagen; Rob Kortus with Sophie; Rochelle Potter and Honey; Zelda Lawrence with Sadie.

A large crowd showed up at the Rio Rally.

Dance Specialties had tumblers at the Rio Rally including this amazing perfomer.

Cool shades and flags were displayed at the Rio Rally by Leah, Justin, and Emily Koehler.

Red, white, and blue were the colors for Tayler Culbertson, Claire Hauck, and Logan Hauck at the Rio Rally.

A wagon was the mode of transport to the Rio Rally for Vann Coleman and Dean Roche.

Courtney Merrill, Crystal Hegler, Sarah Leech, and Taylor Mayhue brought their own decorations to Rio Rally.

Sherry Collins and her grandkids Sam and Maggie were in the Olympics spirit at the Rio Rally.

Olympian Eric Hurd was at the Rio rally with wife Becca and daughter Bernadette.

Alex Aldrich admires his gold medal at the Rio Rally as Maeve Archibald, Alice Rhyne, and Claudine Ghianni-Toole look on.

These Aldrich folks took in the Rio Rally. From left Robert, Addison, Alex, and Wallace.

Anouk Valentine, Martha Taylor, Jonathan Taylor, “Little” Martha Taylor, Annabelle Shuler, and Jennifer Taylor whooped it up at the Rio Rally

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From page 1 -vide perpetual ground care, make improvements and promote the historic preservation of Smith Cemetery. In 2009, this cemetery which dates to 1765 was an overgrown field as there is not a legal owner.

Smith Cemetery is actually the Leeper and Armstrong family cemetery and many of Gaston County’s early settlers are buried there. The etched headstone of James Leeper, dated 1765, is believed to be Gaston County’s oldest remaining etched headstone.

Since forming in 2010, the Smith Cemetery Historic Preservation Association has removed the extensive overgrowth, repaired 87 broken headstones and added 20 concrete bases to existing headstones for improved stability.

Under the Association historic preservation authority, the graves of six Civil War soldiers were marked in 2014 and three new headstones adjacent to the original, have been placed.

On October 15th, the graves of American Patriots Matthew Armstrong and Matthew Leeper will be marked by the National Society Sons of the American Revolution Mecklenburg Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution, the Maj. William Chapter, the Peter Smith Chapter and the William Gaston Chapter. Patriot Matthew Armstrong served with Capt.

Wm. McKinsey, Col. Wm. Hill and Col Wm. Polk. Patriot Matthew Leeper fought in the Battle of Kings Mt. and in 1836; sold the land for

Smith Cemetery to the Leeper and Armstrong family and their descendants. Installation of the new fence will begin after that event.

In 2010, Smith Cemetery was marked as a historic site by the National Society Colonial Dames 17th Century.

The Community Foundation of Gaston County is the leading steward of philanthropic giving by connecting donors with community needs to enhance the lives of present and future generations. The nonprofit organization has invested more than $82 million in grants and scholarships over its 37-year history. At its core, the Community Foundation is an organization created with gifts from generous people committed to local causes. For the community, the Foundation serves as a grant maker and a civic leader. For more information, visit Cfgaston. org.

Smith Cemetery Historic Preservation Association, Inc., is an IRS approved 501(3)(c) non-profit. For more information or to donate, contact R. Leigh Ford at (704) 392-4355 or (704) 302-5881.

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POLICE VESTS McMahan explained what prompted him to fund the vests.

“We are so lucky to have such an excellent police department in Belmont and the time to step up and support them is now,” he said. “I want to encourage other companies to support the police as well.”

When the new vests arrive that will make a total of 20 vests available to Belmont

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In addition to his business acumen and accomplishments, McMahan has wide military experience and knows the value of bulletproof vests.

He is a veteran of the U.S. Army and the Vietnam War. While in service to his country, Mick attained the rank of Captain and was awarded the Silver Star for gallantry

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Mary “Marie” Foster Abernethy Gastonia - Mary “Marie” Foster Abernethy, 84, passed away on Sunday August 21, 2016 in Gastonia after a sudden illness.

Marie was born on August 16, 1932 in High Point, NC. She was the loving daughter of Bentley and Gladys Foster. She grew up in Belmont with her parents and 3 brothers Charles, J.B. and Jimmy, all of whom preceded her in death.

She married her Belmont High School sweetheart, Yates Abernethy on August 2, 1951. They had 65 wonderful years and raised three loving daughters Sheila, Sharon and Trina. Marie was a devoted mother, wife, daughter and sister. She is remembered by many as the favorite mom to take everyone to football games, band competitions, beach trips, BWB, church, scouting, horseback lessons, mall outings and anywhere her daughters wanted to go.

She worked in banking for many years and volunteered at

the girls’ schools. She was an avid South Point Red Raiders fan and booster club member.

She was a member of Centerview Baptist Church and Gateway Cowboy Church in Stanley. In lieu of flowers, the family request donations may be made to Centerview Baptist Church or Gateway Cowboy Church.

She is survived by her husband Yates Abernethy.

Daughters Sheila Thrower and husband David of Gastonia, Sharon Abernethy of the home, and Trina Deaton and husband Mark of Belmont.

Five grandchildren Jonathan and Emily Thrower of Gastonia, Chris Deaton and wife Hannah of Lynchburg, VA, Justin Deaton and wife Anna of Belmont and Leah Deaton of Belmont.

We would like to thank everyone for all the love, prayers and support. A special thanks to Hospice of Gaston County and Caromont Regional Medical Center for their services and compassion.

A service to celebrate the life of Mrs. Abernethy will be held 2:00pm Thursday August 25, 2016 at the Centerview Baptist Church. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Gardens Cemetery. The family will receive friends Wednesday August 24, 2016 from 6:008:00pm at Woodlawn Funeral Home in Mount Holly. Condolence messages may be sent to the family by visiting www. woodlawnfuneral.org. Woodlawn Funeral Home, Mount Holly is serving the family.

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Jimmie Allen Stowe, Sr., 84, passed away on August 14, 2016 at the Robin Johnson Hospice House, Dallas.

Jimmie was a native of Gaston County, son of the late John Brice, Sr. and Mamie Kendrick Stowe. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his first wife of 56 years, Janice Phillips Stowe, and brothers, John Brice Stowe, Jr. and Gordon Lawson Stowe.

Jimmie was retired from Duke Power with 42 years of service. He was a life long member of New Hope Presbyterian Church. He graduated from Belmont High School and attended Belmont Abbey

Receive God’s wisdom There was a time I made an important, but an unwise decision. I prayed about it, but my prayer was telling God how my plan was going to work.

Although there were warning flags, I continued to pursue this plan with gusto. It was not until the bottom fell Rev. Angela Pleasants out I realized the warnings were from First United God. I was in pursuit of something that Methodist Church, was not a part of God’s plan for my Mount Holly life.

We chase after many things in life. We pursue jobs, money, education and family. These are good things, but there is something of higher value we should consider. “Getting wisdom is the wisest thing you can do!” Proverbs 4:7a NLT. Why is wisdom so valuable? “Fear of the Lord is the foundation of wisdom.” Proverbs 9:10 NLT. Wisdom is of supreme value.

Therefore, we are to seek wisdom above gold and silver. With wisdom, we can discern what is true, right and godly whereby we can apply the knowledge we obtain. When I made my decision to follow a path God did not prepare for me, I suffered the consequences. I had knowledge of my decision, but I did not apply godly wisdom. “I will teach you wisdom’s ways and lead you in straight paths. When you walk, you won’t be held back; when you run, you won’t stumble.” Proverbs 4:11-12 NLT. How do we receive God’s wisdom? “If you need wisdom, ask our generous God, and he will give it to you. He will not rebuke you for asking. But when you ask him, be sure that your faith is in God alone.” James 1:5-6a NLT. Wisdom can be found in our everyday living and, will give us God’s perspective on our life plans. By wisdom, we find the life-giving knowledge of God. She calls us to discern Gods presence in the world and pay attention to it. Therefore, above all else seek wisdom.

N.C. Mountain State Fair offers new attractions in 2016 Motorcycle and martial arts shows join entertainment lineup Motorcycles on high wires and brickbreaking martial artists are two of the new attractions at the 2016 N.C. Mountain State Fair. The fair runs Sept. 9-18 at the WNC Agricultural Center.

Moto Maniacs, a live display of motorcycle stunts and acrobatics, will make its fair debut this year. The multi-act show includes a caged motorcycle chase, highwire motorcycle stunts and acrobatic performances.

Another new attraction is USA Extreme Breaking Team. The martial arts experts will perform high-flying flips, kicks and demonstrations of precision breaking daily.

The N.C. Mountain State Fair will feature more than 40 rides and games on the midway, including a new mirror maze for

children called Clown House. The twostory funhouse is decorated like a clown face. Children enter through the clown’s mouth and exit on a spiral slide from the clown’s ear. James H. Drew Exposition, the midway operator, also plans to bring a roaming bear puppet that will drive a produce truck through the fairgrounds and interact with visitors.

Ag entertainers, sea lions among returning acts Farmer Bill’s Ag-venture is back with more activities for children. This year, kids can participate in 15 farm-related activities.

Those that complete seven of the activities will earn a ribbon. Activities include butter making, ag trivia, seed identification and seed germination. The exhibit also includes live baby pigs, chickens and ducks, as well as pedal tractors for children to ride.

In addition, the fair will host a lineup of crowd favorites including Sea Lion Splash, featuring amazing stunts performed by rescued California and South American sea lions; Kenya Safari Acrobats; Agricadabra, an agricultural magic show; and Extreme Illusions & Escapes, helmed by Josh Knotts, named the 2016 Fair and Festival Entertainer of the Year by the International Magicians Society.

About the Mountain State Fair The 2016 N.C. Mountain State Fair runs Sept. 9-18 at the WNC Agricultural Center in Fletcher. Advance tickets are on sale at area Ingles stores, the WNC Agricultural Center and the WNC Farmers Market. Fairgoers can save $2 on admission tickets and 50 percent on ride tickets by purchasing in advance. More details are available at www.mountainfair.org.

Arts at the Abbey is kicking off a new season Sept. 26, 8:00 PM: Celebrating Shakespeare - Wit and Wisdom from Will.

Music from the Renaissance to the 21st centuries.

Oct 24, 8:00 PM: D’Amore Duo (oboe and guitar) performs music rarely heard and a new work Abra-

ham and Isaac by Maryland composer Ronald Pearl.

Nov 13, 3:00 PM: Bostonbased Ensemble Aubade celebrates the 100th anniversary of Debussy Trio for flute, viola and harp.

Dec 9, 8:00 PM: College Holiday Concert. ©CommunityFirstMedia

AIRLINE CAREERS

Jimmie Allen Stowe, Sr.,

College. Jimmie was a member of Belmont Historical Society, inducted in Belmont Sports Hall of Fame in 2006.

He loved baseball, golf and fishing.

Survivors include his wife, Aileen Parnell Parker Stowe; children, Allen Stowe and wife Lisa, Kelly Stowe Hoagland and husband Robert, Vickie Parker Keitz, Brian Parnell Parker and wife Hope, Margaret Elizabeth Parker; brother, Charles Mack Stowe, Sr. and wife Doris; grandchildren, Taylor and Zachary Hoagland, Samantha and Joshua Stowe, Brad, Rob, Patrick, and Connie Parker, and 2 great grandchildren.

The family received friends from 11:30 am until 12:45 pm, Wednesday, August 17, 2016, at McLean Funeral Directors of Gastonia with a funeral service at 1:00 pm in the Founders Chapel with Rev. John Pruitt officiating. Interment was private.

Memorials may be made to: New Hope Presbyterian Church, 4357 S. New Hope Rd., Gastonia, NC 28056.

Condolence messages may be sent to www.mcleanfuneral.com.

McLean Funeral Directors of Gastonia is serving the Stowe family.

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Jan 29, 3:00 PM: The Suspicious Cheese Lords, male vocal ensemble from Washington, DC presents “Franken Mass” - sacred Renaissance music with secular inspiration Feb 20, 8:00 PM: The Merling Trio - violin, cello and piano, ensemble in residence at Western Michigan University.

March 9, 8:00 PM: Reflecting Bach: Christopher Hutton, cello. Music of Bach and works inspired by Bach’s music March 27, 8:00 PM: Paris à Printemps, 18th century French music, Carolina Pro Musica with John Pruett, ba-

roque violin.

April 30, 3:00 PM: Annual Spring Concert.

All concerts are held in the Abbey Basilica, 100 Bel-

mont-Mt. Holly Rd, Belmont NC 28012. (exit 26 off I-85 in Belmont, NC). Admission is free. Donations are welcomed.

Details and directions can be found at www.bac. edu. Questions: email karenjacob@bac.edu.

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Fellowship & Faith

Church Directory Lowell L owell SSmyre my e United Methodist Church N. Main St. •Lowell • NC

Employees of 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

704-867-2317

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 Road 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

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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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Tri-County Animal Rescue PET OF THE WEEK

A 6,000-square-foot banquet and meeting venue was dedicated recently to the founder of Habitat for Humanity of Gaston County the late Johan Newcombe. Mrs. Newcombe also served as the first volunteer executive director of Habitat for Humanity of Gaston County.

Artie Newcombe, son of the late Johan Newcombe cut a ribbon to open the Event Center at Habitat for Humanity named for his mother. He's joined by several other members of the Newcombe family, Habitat for Humanity Board members, Habitat Executive Director Mary Harris and representatives of the Montcross Area and Gaston Regional Chambers of Commerce.

The event center will seat 340 for a banquet and can accommodate up to 500 standing. It is located in the same building that houses the Habitat for Humanity offices and ReStore at 1840 E. Franklin Boulevard in Gastonia. For information call 704.864.6536, or visit www.habitatgaston.org.

Montcross Chamber photo

Tri-County Animal Rescue Pet of the Week is a family of Labrador Retrievers pups. We have four full blooded Labs that need a home.

These teenagers were born 11/15/2015 so they are 9 months old. We have two chocolate males, one chocolate female and one black female. They have been living on a farm with their mom and dad since birth. The owners are elderly with health issues. The owners are keeping mom and dad (both chocolates) but cannot handle these four youngsters. They have short coats which makes grooming pretty simple. A bath and brushing is all they need to keep shiny and clean.

One of the best dogs for children of all ages, Labrador Retrievers are kindly, good-natured, and take most things in stride. Most Labrador Retrievers are very friendly with everyone, though compared to Golden Retrievers, many Labs are just a bit more conservative with their affections. Also more independent -- though quite biddable and responsive to obedience training, some Labrador Retrievers can have a noticeable stubborn streak. Some have necks like bulls and barely notice tugs on the leash.

You must control this breed's tendency to chew on objects and to mouth your hands -provide a box filled with toys that he can carry around in his mouth. The Labrador Retriever matures slowly, remaining a spirited teenager MHFD Engine 1 was on display at SAFRE for Atlantic Coast Fire Trucks and Smeal Fire Apparatus for several years, which sounds fun . . . but Co. The truck spent a few days there at the Charlotte Convention Center to show new apparatus does require patience and training to manage. built by those companies. Engine 1 is now back in service at MHFD. MHFD photo

These labs are spayed/neutered, current on vaccines and micro-chipped. Please come out to our adoption event this weekend and check them out.

If you are looking for an addition to your family, please come out and meet our pets this weekend. We have many available pets, including puppies and kittens, at the Gastonia PetSmart located at 3698 East Franklin Boulevard this Friday from 6-9 pm, Saturday noon to 6 pm, and Sunday 2-5 pm.

About Tri-County Animal Rescue Tri-County Animal Rescue is a non-profit organization serving Lincoln, Gaston and other surrounding counties. We are committed to ending pet homelessness in this area and we need your continued support. If you cannot adopt a pet, then support Tri-County in other ways. We need volunteers and donations to continue our mission of finding homes for these unwanted animals. Please help TriCounty Animal Rescue continue to save pets by adopting your next pet this weekend? Our “needs” list includes: towels, Clorox, laundry detergent, paper towels, dry dog food and dry cat food.

For more information, call 704.263.2444, send an email to TriCountyAnimalRescue@ yahoo.com, visit us on the web at www.tcar.us or on FaceBook at Tri-County Animal Rescue.

Donations can be sent to Tri-County Animal Rescue, PO Box 483, Alexis, NC 28006.

Guard Your Eyes: Sun Damage Isn’t Just for Skin

A cookout with hot dogs, beverages and all of the trimmings greeted customers, Chamber members, friends and family as Ryan Clarke celebrated the Grand Opening of her new Allstate Insurance office at 305 Belmont – Mount Holly Road on Tuesday, Aug. 9, 2016. Ryan thanked her family and friends and loyal local customers for their support and said she looks forward to many years of success at the new Allstate location.

Ryan Clarke is seen cutting the ribbon, which is being held by Chamber Board Secretary Carey Roberts of Carey Roberts Design and Board member Doug Luckett, who is CEO at CaroMont Health. Also in front are, from left, Chamber Board member Geanina Neal of CommunityOne Bank in Mount Holly, Allstate staff members Leslie Turner, Judy Clarke, who is Ryan’s mother, and Ashlee Dangerfield, Chamber Vice President Teresa Rankin, Belmont City Council member Martha Stowe and behind her Belmont Mayor Charlie Martin. They’re joined by other Chamber members, friends and family, including Ryan’s father Bill Clarke, brother Will Clarke and friend Josh Drennon For more information on Allstate Insurance – Ryan Clarke, call (704) 827-8433 Montcross Chamber photo

By CaroMont Health Think the sun only affects your skin? Think again. Your eyes are also at risk for damage from potentially harmful ultraviolet rays (UV). UV radiation from the sun comes in three forms: A, B and C. UVC rays are absorbed by the ozone and do not pose a threat. UVA, or long wave rays, typically penetrate the thickest part of your skin, while UVB, or short wave rays, typically attack the more superficial layers of skin, which can cause sunburns.

While applying sunscreen regularly is a great way to protect your body from these harmful UV rays, it does nothing to protect your eyes.

That’s right—your eyes have the potential to become sunburned. Officially known as photokeratitis, eye sunburn manifests with symptoms such asredness, a gritty feeling in your eyes, extreme sensitivity to light and excessive tearing. These symptoms are often temporary and don’t usually cause permanent damage.

In addition to photokeratitis, extended exposure to sun-

light can also cause cataracts, which affects your eyes’ ability to focus, or macular degeneration, a major contributor to vision loss, later in life. Currently, it’s not clear how much exposure to sun radiation is necessary to cause damage to your vision.

Other risks of UV radiation include eyelid and eye cancers.

Eyelid cancer, including basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma, accounts for 5–10 percent of all skin cancers and mostly occurs in the lower eyelid. The most common type of eye cancer in adults, intraocular melanoma, starts in the uveal tract, the middle layer of the eye containing the iris and choroid.

Look for a change in the shape of the pupil or blurred vision as symptoms of intraocular melanoma.

Don’t be alarmed: there are plenty of ways to protect your eyes when the sun is shining.

Read on for tips to keep your vision in tiptop shape this summer and always consult with your optometrist if you experience any changes in

your vision.

Don’t look directly at the sun: As beautiful as the sun is shining bright on a summer day, it’s best to appreciate the sight from a distance. Looking directly at the sun can cause solar retinopathy, or damage to the eye's retina caused by solar radiation.

Choose the right sunglasses: Wearing sunglasses is the most obvious and one of the best ways to keep your eyes protected from harmful UV rays. The right sunglasses should block out 99–100 percent of both UVA and UVB radiation and screen out 75–90 percent of visible light. Make sure to keep your shades free from scratches and imperfections and consider wraparound sunglasses if you’re spending the majority of your day under the sun.

Pack a hat: Choose a widebrimmed hat to shield your eyes from the sun while working in your garden, lying out on the beach or during any other long periods of time spent in the sun.

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Summer ozone levels create dangerous breathing conditions Dr. Jay Hendler, Pulmonologist at CaroMont Health, Weighs In Summer is a great time to be outdoors. But scorching temperatures, along with poor air quality, are dangerous combinations this time of year, especially for people with breathing problems. If you’ve watched the news lately, there have been warnings about “ozone-advisory” or “code orange” denoting potentially dangerous air quality Dr. Jay Hendler, Pulmonologist conditions. Ozone, a molecule created by chemical reactions between pollutants in the area and organic compounds in the atmosphere, can be dangerous to your health, especially at high concentrations. The summer months tend to be the times when concentrations are highest due to the increase in temperatures and sunlight.

“People with respiratory conditions are more sensitive to the effects of ozone and other pulmonary irritants,” said Jay Hendler, MD, Director of Pulmonary Medicine at CaroMont Health and physician at CaroMont Pulmonary Medicine.

“These atmospheric conditions can trigger asthma-like symptoms ranging from mild to severe depending on the person. In some cases, symptoms can even lead to hospitalization, which is why it’s important to know your triggers and learn how to avoid them.”

In general, children may be more affected by ozone levels because they typically spend more time outdoors, have faster breathing rates and have lungs that are still developing. Kids with asthma are even more at risk for developing triggers. Active adults of all ages who exercise or work outdoors are considered among the more “sensitive” groups because they are exposed to ozone on a regular basis.

Dr. Hendler sees a range of respiratory conditions. Asthma is a prevalent condition among adults and children, especially during this time of year when ozone levels are more dangerous.

According to the Centers for Disease Control, one in 14 people have asthma resulting in more than 14 million doctor visits and 439,000 hospital stays each year in the United States.

On days—or, weeks in some cases—when air quality is low, Dr. Hendler suggests following these simple, effective tips for protecting you and your family from the potential danger lurking outside: -Monitor air quality alerts in your local area by watching the news or consulting online sources.

-When air quality is poor, try to limit time outside or plan your schedule so you’re outdoors in the early morning or late evening when the risks are lower.

-Improve your air quality at home by running air conditioning.

-Change up your activity. Instead of walking outside, maybe walk inside the mall, visit a museum or plan a trip to the movies.

-Limit outdoor sports if at all possible. Talk to your children’s coach to see if practice can be moved inside the gym.

-If you have asthma, keep taking your medications and have your rescue bronchodilator on hand. Talk to your doctor about increasing your medicines during high alert periods if you are having more difficulty.

“Everyone should heed ozone warnings to stay healthy,” said Hendler. “For asthma sufferers, however, the better informed you are about your condition, the better control you will have over your asthma symptoms and overall quality of life.”

The winners of the 2017 Miss Gastonia Scholarship Pageant held Saturday, August 6 at Stuart W. Cramer High School were Madeline Alexanian, Miss Gaston County’s Outstanding Teen; Autumn Hubbard, Miss Gaston County; Macy Stutts, Miss Gastonia; and Savanna Mayes, Miss Gastonia’s Outstanding Teen. The four winners will represent Gastonia and Gaston County in next year’s Miss North Carolina competition scheduled for June 19-24 at Raleigh Memorial Auditorium.

Todd Hagans photo

Gastonia, Gaston County Beauty Queens crowned for 2017 The annual Miss Gastonia Scholarship Pageant concluded Saturday night (August 6) with four young women winning crowns and the opportunity to represent Gastonia and Gaston County in next year's Miss North Carolina competition.

Macy Stutts, a 20-year-old student at Wingate University, was crowned Miss Gastonia 2017, and Autumn Hubbard, a 19-year-old student at East Carolina University, was chosen Miss Gaston County 2017. They outscored eight others to win the pageant, which featured the contestants competing in interview, talent, swimsuit/physical fitness, and evening wear categories.

For the talent competition, Stutts sang "Hopelessly Devoted to You," and Hubbard presented a lyrical dance to "The Greatest Love of All." Each received a $1,000 college scholarship, the official Miss America preliminary pageant crown and sash, gift certificates, and other prizes.

At Wingate, Stutts is pursuing a degree in criminal justice while Hubbard is seeking a degree in athletic training at East Carolina. Both winners will spend the next year making public appearances and promoting their community service programs.

Makayla Wykle, a 20-year-old student at Lenoir-Rhyne University, was the first runner-up.

Chania Thompson, a 17-year-old student at East Gaston High School, was the second runner-up and also won the talent award for her tap dance performance.

Rose Brown, a 22-year-old student at UNC-Charlotte won the swimsuit award, and Kaitlyn Sparks, a 20-year-old student at Gardner-Webb University, received the Etha Hawkins Bumgardner Congeniality Award, which is voted on by the contestants.

Other contestants for Miss Gastonia and Miss Gaston County were Lana Logan, Gabrielle Phillips, Mary Scott Norris, and Kirby Widener.

In the Outstanding Teen competition, Savanna Mayes, a 16-year-old student at Forestview High School, was named Miss Gastonia's Outstanding Teen 2017 and also won the talent award for her lyrical dance to "I Look to You." Madeline Alexanian, a 14-year-old student at Southlake Christian Academy, was crowned Miss Gaston County's Outstanding Teen 2017.

Lindsay Spada, a 16-year-old student at Gray Stone Day School, was the first runner-up in the Outstanding Teen competition, and Chloe Clary, a 15-year-old student at Burns High School, was the second runner-up. Other Outstanding Teen contestants were Morgan Ellison, Makayla Parton, Sterling Espada, and Nadja Brown.

The pageant was held at Stuart W. Cramer High School and featured the Miss Gastonia princesses, who served as "little sisters" to the contestants, and the Miss Gastonia dancers from Studio Elite in Cramerton. Todd Hagans and Tiffany Payne, Miss Gastonia 2013, co-hosted the pageant, Aaron Coulson and Dylan Johnson were the featured vocalists, and Cathy Layton-Aupied served as the producer/choreographer.

Delores Cox is the pageant's executive director.

The Miss Gastonia Scholarship Association, Inc. sponsored the competition, which is Gastonia and Gaston County's official preliminary pageant for the Miss North Carolina and Miss America programs. For more information, visit www. missgastoniapageant.com.

Hoyle Historic Homestead announces 25th annual open house The 25th Annual Open House of the Hoyle Historic Homestead will be held on Saturday, September 10, 2016, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM. The Homestead is located at 1214 Dallas Stanley Highway, Dallas.

The Hoyle House is an excellent example of a unique German construction style. The house has corner posts which are joined together entirely with pegs and in-laid with logs. The house, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, dates back to the mid-1700s and is the oldest standing house in Gaston County.

At the Open House this year, there will be guided tours of the house, folk and bluegrass music by local band, “Prin-

cess & The Cowboys”, food will be for sale, and many exhibitors including the Belmont Historical, Mt. Holly Historical Society, Gaston County Museum of Art & History, Broad River Genealogical Society, Greg Payseur – Genealogist, Piedmont Fiber Guild, Al Kirby – WWII Artifacts, Ole Dallas Brewery, Michele Glover – Tatting, BSA Troop 45, and Lincoln County Hearth Cookers (18th Century Style). Artifacts from the archaeological investigations will be on display in the house and the recently repaired log barn is on site. Make plans to come join us for a unique experience at a true historical treasure, The Peter Hoyle House.

Students and teachers at Jeaniene Dibble's Art by J Studios hosted a fun and colorful Chamber "Network After Work" at their 4,000-square-foot working art studio on Wilkinson Boulevard in Belmont on August 11. Members even got a chance to test their artistic talent by doing some drawing. Jeaniene has been teaching art for more than three decades to students from first through 12th grade. Art by J students (from left) are Jordan Truss, Elizabeth Capps, Addison Aldrich and Paul Harris, \ith studio owner Jeaniene Dibble. With them are members of the Chamber Board of Directors (from left) Robert Aldrich of Aldrich CFO Services, Jeff Lee of The Vintage Nest, and Moses Nueman of NB Technology.

Montcross Chamber photo

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East Gaston WARRIORS

East Gaston Warriors 2016 Varsity and coaching staff.

Photo by J. Scott Studio

East Gaston Warriors, a young team with potential The East Gaston Warriors had a great year in 2015. EG finished 7-5 and really challenged some of the teams in the always competitive Big South 2A/3A Conference. The Warriors fell to Hibritien in the first round, but non the less it was a good year for East Gaston.

As with any program East Gaston lost a lot of starters to graduation.

This year head coach Sean Joyce and his staff will be working with a younger group. A group non the least that Joyce has high hopes for.

“We are a young team,” Joyce said. “We lost a lot of seniors. But we have experience.”

A balanced offense On offensive, the Warriors will once again run their version of the spread option. Plays will be called by offensive coordinator David Hayes.

Last year the Warriors took advantage of their ability throw and did so at leisure. In 2016 East Gaston threw the ball 60% of the time. This year the Warriors are likely to be looking for a more balanced attack.

“We are going to shift and be more run based.” Joyce said.

Lining up at the quarterback position for East Gaston in 2016 will be senior Nick Ferens. Ferens is a three year varsity player. He has the tools to get things done.

“He is our all around best player,” Joyce said. “He is intelligent. He is an athlete.”

Ferens will be able to use his smarts and athletic abilities to add a new dimension to the Warriors passing attack.

“He understands the ins and outs of the offense,” Joyce added. “He has good leadership qualities. He throws the ball well. We can sprint him out and put him on the edge.”

In the backfield East Gaston is going to go with a one, two punch. Two runners with different styles. Each with the ability to get the job done.

Senior Malik Davis will be a threat. He is a 5’5” 160 pound scat back with speed and good filed vision.

Davis is fast, he runs between a 4.4 to 4.5 40 yard dash. His

speed should give East Gaston options.

“He would have played more last year but we were loaded with Robert Washington and Tyler Spurling.”

Davis is not a power guy he is zone runner. He can run inside but he will likely do his biggest damage on the edge and in the open.

“You couldn’t tackle him in a phone booth.” Joyce added.

When the Warriors are looking for a North-South runner they will turn to senior TJ Sander. Sanders is 5’10 180 pounder “He gives us an option under center,” Joyce said. “If we are looking for power he is it. We could also put him in the gun.

He is a traditional runner.”

“You couldn’t tackle him in a phone booth.” Joyce stated.

It’s to early to say who will pull down the wide receivers slots. Right now there are multiple people trying to make their mark. The coaching staff may not make the final call until opening day.

At tight end East Gaston will be going with 6’1” junior Jackson Rutledge. Rutledge isn’t’ flashy. But he is solid. He can block and is a good role player.

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EAST GASTON From Page 2

The offensive line will be a true strong point for the Warriors. This year EG will have a line with athletic ability mixed with size.

The Warrior line will work off of a zone blocking scheme.

Zone blocking asks linemen to use fleet footedness and athletic ability over size Left tackle Jonathan Eggers leads the group.

“He is an all conference lineman,” Joyce said of Eggers. “He plays both sides of the ball.”

The right tackle position will be filled by Cody Johnson, a junior. The guard slots will be manned

by Landen Van Dyke and Kellen Willbanks. The center slot is up for grabs. The coaching staff is leaving that up to an open competition.

A young defense Once again coach Joyce will call the plays for his 3-4 based 50 Defense. The Warriors will be going into 2016 needing to fill some holes.

The heart of the defense will be the D-Line. The line is full of experienced veteran players The nose guard spot will be filled by junior Chase Blackburn. Blackburn will hold down the middle. Coach Joyce thinks he has the strength needed to deal with the onslaught that will come his way on every play.

“He is the strongest kid in the program,” Joyce said.

“Squats 500 pounds and bench presses 390.”

The two defensive tackle spot will feature Jonathan Eggers and Landon Van-

Dyke. That pair also start on offense.

Coach Joyce noted that many of his starters will have to play on offense and defense.

“We still have people playing both ways.”

Joyce stated.

The East Gaston Linebackers will be a capable lot. This is group is big and mobile. They can play the run and the pass.

TJ Sanders and Jay Gwinn will line up at outside linebacker spots. Sanders will strong side or “Saw” backer.

The Warriors are going to let competition determine who will line up in the middle.

The situation in the defense backfield is fluid. An assortment of people are going to see if they can wrestle away starting jobs.

It’s fair to say that this group is somewhat inexperienced.

Right now two of the slots will be filled by Nick Gwinn and Kendrick Martin. Martin will play corner and Gwinn will be a safety.

The defenses’s inexperience is something the coaching staff will need to work on. But coach joyce has an honest and pragmatic way of looking at it.

“We are young defensively,” Joyce said. “We just need to learn what to do.”

So what can East Gaston fans expect form the 2016 Warriors? That’s hard to say. This is a young group that has a lot of work to do.

But that doesn’t mean the Warriors have no shot. Actually they do. This year there are a lot of teams in the Big South that have holes to fill.

The conference may prove to be very competitive.

Coach Joyce feels the same way when looking at the upcoming schedule.

“We have a chance to win the conference,” Joyce said. “The Big South is wide open.”

So what will it take for the Warriors to win the conference?

Well, first off East Gaston will need to play mistake free football. Turnovers kill. Secondly, players like Ferens, Davis, Sanders and Eggers are going to need to make things happen. There is talent on this roster.

Of course there are always the outside factors that come into play. Weird bounces and the always unpleasant possibility of injuries.

Again Joyce puts his pragmatic spin on it.

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EAST GASTON From Page 3

“A lot of things go into it,” Joyce said. “Can we stay healthy?”

But there is another thing to consider. Coach Joyce and his staff have done a lot to make East Gaston football a respected program. They know what to do. The players need to listen and learn.

“People need to but into

the program,” Joyce said.

“People need to develop.”

At this stage a prediction is almost worthless. There are to many variables at play this year. On one hand, if the veteran players step up and the new players produce the Warriors will have a winning record.

On the other hand if the

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team doesn’t get it done things won’t go well. Also, if the conference turns out to be tougher then expected, EG will have to fight hard to go .500.

A realistic prediction will be that East Gaston football will prove to be exciting. The Warriors won’t roll over for anyone. They may be the true conference wildcard.

They will be a team to watch.

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9/20/2016 4:30 PM CROSS COUNTRY: Gaston County Meet at Forestview 9/21/2016 5:00 PM SOCCER: Ashbrook at East Gaston 9/22/2016 4:00 PM TENNIS: East Gaston at Hunter Huss 9/22/2016 4:00 PM VOLLEYBALL: East Gaston at Forestview 9/22/2016 7:00 PM JV FOOTBALL: East Gaston at South Point 9/23/2016 7:30 PM FOOTBALL: South Point at East Gaston 9/26/2016 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM GOLF: at River Run 9/26/2016 5:00 PM SOCCER: East Gaston at North Gaston 9/27/2016 CROSS COUNTRY: at North Gaston 9/27/2016 4:00 PM TENNIS: Ashbrook at East Gaston 9/27/2016 4:00 PM VOLLEYBALL: East Gaston at South Point 9/28/2016 5:00 PM SOCCER: Stuart W. Cramer at East Gaston 9/29/2016 4:00 PM TENNIS: East Gaston at North Gaston 9/29/2016 4:00 PM VOLLEYBALL: East Gaston at Lake Norman Charter 9/29/2016 7:00 PM JV FOOTBALL: East Gaston at Lake Norman Charter 9/30/2016 7:30 PM FOOTBALL: Lake Norman Charter at East Gaston 10/3/2016 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM GOLF: at Catawba Creek 10/3/2016 5:00 PM SOCCER: East Gaston at Forestview 10/4/2016 3:00 PM GOLF: at Lincolnton Country Club 10/4/2016 4:00 PM TENNIS: Stuart W. Cramer at East Gaston 10/4/2016 4:00 PM VOLLEYBALL: Hunter Huss at East Gaston 10/5/2016 5:00 PM SOCCER: East Gaston at South Point 10/6/2016 4:00 PM TENNIS: East Gaston at Forestview 10/6/2016 4:00 PM VOLLEYBALL: East Gaston at Ashbrook 10/6/2016 7:00 PM JV FOOTBALL: Hunter Huss at East Gaston 10/7/2016 7:30 PM FOOTBALL: East Gaston at Hunter Huss 10/10/2016 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM GOLF: at Catawba Creek 10/10/2016 5:00 PM SOCCER: East Gaston at Lake Norman Charter

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Mountain Island RAPTORS

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Gaston County is a beehive of high school football activity. Every year someone from Gaston is pushing to make it to the next level. In 2014 the county had 10 high school football teams. All a part of the Gaston County Schools. Gaston is also home to a wide array of good quality private schools. Unfortunately none of them have football programs. But in 2015 another football school came out. That school isn’t private, and isn’t part of Gaston County Schools.

That school is Mountain Island Charter.

Last year Mountain Island fielded its first football team. They competed at the varsity level in the Southern Piedmont 1A Conference. Right out of the blocks the Raptors went big time. The results were most impressive.

Under head coach Robert Washington the Raptors rolled to a .500 record and earned a playoff spot. Mountain Island lost to Winston Salem Prep in the first round. But that hardly dampened the spirits of Gaston’s newest football school. Now the Raptors are pushing to do more.

Starting a new program at such a high level is no small task. Especially for a small K-12 school. But Mountain Island did it. In fact they not only fielded a varsity program, the Raptors put a middle school team on the field as well. This year they will also field a JV team.

Mountain Island Charter’s athletic director Matt Steger thinks the Raptors did a lot last year. A good season and a play off game is a heck of a way to start.

“We always want to better ourselves.”

Steger added.

Head coach Robert Washington thinks growth is a big part of the Mountain Island program. He wants to see anyone that can play give it a shot.

“We encourage everybody to go out, “ Washington said.

This year Mountain Island is gearing up for their second year on the field. The Raptors have a lot of talent. But there is much to do.

To prepare for the upcoming season, Mountain Island even hosted a 7 on 7 tournament this summer at their campus on Lucia Riverbend Highway. Mountain Island is located just northeast of Mt. Holly on the Gaston/ Mecklenburg county line.

In the set up for this tournament a typical game lasted 15 minutes. Each team fielded an offense and a defense. Quarterbacks, running backs and receivers pitted themselves against a defense comprised of linebackers and defensive backs.

As it turned out the home team Raptors

bested Charlotte Country Day 33-7. The tournament featured teams from Northside Christian, Carolina Crusaders. Highland Tech and Charlotte Country Day. The tournament was just one of the many ways the MI staff is developing interest in the school and its football program.

An unconventional offense for an unconventional school Charter schools by nature look at doing things differently. In the case of Mountain Island football that outlook stands true. The Raptors don’t follow norms. They aren’t a system team. They just teach fundamentally sound football. They go with what will work. If that doesn’t get it done they switch it in a heart beat.

“Our base offense is the spread,” Washington said. “But it’s a varied offense. We run the power I and the wishbone.”

Washington focuses on getting his players to play what works with them. A shoot from the hip mentality based on the basics.

“We evaluate players,” Washington added. “We we run what works with players. I’m a developmental coach. I do 1+1. I don’t teach a system. We teach fundamentals.”

The unorthodox nature extends to the play calling. Everyone on the coaching staff has input. The coaching staff is a mix of people all from different backgrounds.

“We are a group of characters,” Washington said. “All different.”

At Mountain Island all input is respected.

“I’m not a big title guy,” Washington said.

“It’s a team effort.”

But the general duties of play selection falls on coach Montif Lash. If Mountain Island had titles he would be the offensive coordinator.

Heading up the Raptors offensive attack is junior Kyle Holcomb. Holcomb was one of Gaston’s top passers last year. He passed for over 11,000 yards. Most of which occurred in the latter part of the season.

Holcomb is an athletic passer with a good arm. He can sling the ball.

How Holcomb got the quarterback job shows how quickly the coaching staff is willing to change directions if things aren’t working.

“We were 0-4,” Washington said. “We were playing Thomas Jefferson Academy.

We were down. We put Kyle in and he threw 300 yards in the second half.”

Straight off the bench Mountain Island found their QB.

One of Moutain Island’s top offensive weapons is Aapri Washington. Washington is the top returning rusher in Gaston County.

“He had 1,134 yards and 13 touchdown.” coach Washington said.

Aapri Washington is fast. He will help from the backfield and from the slot receiver position. He will play all over the field. At times Mountain Island will even put him in at QB. “We may play him at Wildcat if needed.” Washington said.

The Raptors main running backs are senior Tyrell Hager and freshman Elijah Burris.

Hager is an elusive cerebral runner. He is an intelligent runner whose smarts translate to the field. He has good field vision.

“He may be the most underrated player in the area.” Washington said.

On the other hand Burris is a player not to be ignored. The 5’9” 200 freshman came from Grier Middle School where he had a record setting year.

“He is a combo runner,” Washington said.

“He has power and speed.”

The Raptors wide receivers are an eclectic group. The players range from shifty, to fast, to just plain tall.

Senior Eric Gallam will fill one of the slots.

Gallman is a solid possession reiver. as crisp route runner. He is also one of the top return specialists in the state. After finishing his senior year Gallman has a shot at playing in an Ivy league program.

Tikwan Johnson, otherwise known as “Smooth” is another Raptor wide out. Smooth is a deceptively fast player who may catch people off guard if their not careful. Johnson was once clocked at 4.38 in the 40 yard dash.

Why the name Smooth? “Well,” Washington laughed. “He earned it. He is fast and he can move.”

Carson Pledger rounds out the receiving corp. Pledger is a matchup nightmare. He hits the field at 6’7” and 175 pounds. He is also an endurance player. He is a member of the Mountain Island cross country team.

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Mountain Island Charter School Raptors 2016 Junior Varsity and coaching staff.

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RAPTORS From page 6 The situation at offensive line is still up in the air. Right now only tackle Evan Marsh looks like a lock to start. Every other position is up for grabs.

The Mountain Island defence, a flexible 4-2-5 When the Raptors go on defense they will play a base 4-2-5. What makes the 4-2-5 different is the fact that the team puts five defensive backs on the field. Most teams only run that set up on passing downs. But Mountain Island is confident with the athletes they have. They are also confident that they can switch things up just as fast as they do on offense. Defensive calls will be made by coach Ronnie Hunter “We have the players who can play the five backfield spots,” coach Washington said.

“But we will be versatile. We can jump into a 4-4 and 4-3.”

The Raptor defensive line is an aggressive group The top linemen are Daniel Dockery and Hunter Nichols.

In Dockery, Mountain Island has a 6’2 230 pound defensive end with strength.

“He is a physical kid,” Washington said of Dockery. “One of the strongest on the team.”

Nichols will man a defensive tackle spot.

Nichols is also a physical player who last year had to play on both sides of the ball. This year he will focus on defence.

“He had 70 tackles,” Washington stated.

“He was our Ironman. He did everything.”

The other defensive line spots will be decided by competition.

The linebackers that take the field for Mountain Island are an experienced group.

Junior Michael Spivey returns as an all conference player. What he can do is still to be determined. Coach Washington thinks Spivey has only brushed the surface of his abilities.

“He has a motor,” Washington said. “He is tough. He still hasn’t figured it out. Once he does he will be good.”

Senior ShayVon Gilliam is the other linebacker.

“He brings athletic ability to the position.” Washington said.

The Raptor’s defensive backs may be the heart of the MI defense. As stated before the 4-2-5 is different. The defense can rise or fall based on the play of the back five. Coach Washington things the defensive backs are the strong point of his defense. Washington feels this group is fast, rangy and able to tackle. He also believes that when needed some his DB’s have the size and skills to move into linebacker spots when the team shifts to a 4-4 and 4-3.

Three Raptor DB’s are two way starters.

Aapri Washington, Tikwan Johnson and Eric Gallam.

Washington will start at one corner spot.

Washington played safety last year. He is a player who can get the job done.

“Aapri is one of the top corners in the state.” Washington said.

Mr. Washington is getting a lot of college attention. Schools from the Atlantic Coast, South Eastern and Big 12 Conferences have all expressed interest in getting him to commit.

Tikwan Johnson and Eric Gallam are both expected to start in the backfield. Both will be big contributors.

Another player that contributes is free safety Bryson Howell. Howell is a sophomore who went all conference last year with 114 tackles. He is a smart and physical player.

“He runs the alley well.” coach Washington added.

Junior CJ Stephens rounds out the defensive backfield.

Predicting what will happen this year is virtually impossible. The Raptors are still new and in many ways untested.

Last year a lot of people thought that the Raptors could take the Southern Piedmont 1A. Because they were a charter school, MI drew interest from a host of players across Gaston and Mecklenburg counties. Those players that made it through the school’s selection lottery gave the Raptors a talented roster.

But sometimes the pundits are wrong.

Mountain Island got off to a poor start last year. They started off 0-4. That was when coach Washington was put in charge.

Washington and the rest of the staff turned things around and got the team on the path to a playoff game.

But that was last year. New year, new challenges.

Coach Washington believes the Raptors will be competitive. The coach thinks they had a great off season. But he isn’t sure what the future will hold.

“We are a work in progress,” Washington went on to say. “We will take it one game at a time.”

Coach Washington may appear laid back.

But teams on the Raptors schedule should have no doubt Mountain Island is looking for wins.

But Washington also looks at things from a different perspective. He always goes back to his roots. Washington prides himself on being a teacher first and foremost.

“I’m a teacher by trade,” Washington said. “ A guidance counselor that coaches football.”

Washington’s philosophy can be summed up like this.

“I don’t care if you win or lose. Just do it at 100%” The Mountain Island outlook can’t be compared to other high school programs in Gaston or Mecklenburg counties.

In looking at Raptor football people need to remember that Charter schools are meant to be different. They are set up with the intend to go off the beaten path. They challenge conventional wisdom. It’s not a case of a right way or a wrong way to do things. It’s just a different way.

Everything the Raptors do needs to be looked at from that perspective.

Will this unconventional outlook work?

Well, that’s what we are about to find out.

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South Point RED RAIDERS

South Point Red Raiders 2016 Varsity and coaching staff.

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South Point football, looking for tradition to continue

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Last year the South Point Red Raiders were one game away from winning it all. South Point carved through opposing teams utilizing a offensive running game that made few mistakes. On the other side of the ball the South Point defense created turnovers and limited opposing offenses.

Unfortunately the Red Raiders came close but fell short in the title game.

They may not have won a state championship but South Point’s run was nothing short of brilliant.

This year the Red Raiders will need to do a lot more then simply reload. South Point is going to have to replace a host of starters. South Point lost 24 seniors to graduation. But if history is any guide South Point will be ready for 2016.

Head coach Mickey Lineberger and his staff are already hard at work molding the next set of players. South Point has no intention of missing a beat.

“We have a next man up philosophy.” Lineberger said.

“An opportunity for people to step up.”

This year will feature more players competing for starting slots then has occurred in recent memory.

“Positions are up for grabs,” coach Lineberger said. “We

will let them compete. Let them fight it out on the field.”

Each year South Point strives for three goals. These three things hold the key to success.

“Our goal is to win 10 games,” Lineberger said. “To win the conference, and then to win state.”

It’s that simple.

On face value that may sound like a reach. But if you do the math it’s actually possible. Very possible.

For five years in a row South Point has won 10 games or more. South Point has also won the Big South eight times in the last eight years. As for a state title. The last time South Point won it all was in 2009. But that date misses the point.

The point is that each and every year South Point finds a way to get themselves in a position to take a shot at the 3rd goal. Many programs can’t say that.

To get ready for this year the Red Raider hit the gym hard.

The Red Raiders off season conditioning program had a high participation rate.

“We had 70 work out days since January,” Lineberger said.

“We averaged 47 people every day in the weight program.”

It seems that the players get the message. Many will have a legitimate shot at starting slots. This year about 50 players will make the move from JV to varsity.

Ye ole Redbone South Point will again stick to it’s tried and true offense.

South Point runs a variation of the triple option they call “The Redbone.” The Redbone is a run based offense that is designed to grind a defense down. South Point will pound the ball. Historically South Point has shown that no matter who lines up offensively they will run the ball effectively.

South Point prides itself on coaching players up. The staff works hard at it. The Redbone is designed to hit you in the middle and on the edges.

Coach Lineberger will call the offensive plays for South Point.

This year South Point will feature two players at quarterback.

The first up is junior Scottie Lee. Lee is one of the JV players that has moved up. So far he has looked good in pre-season workouts. He also looked good in 7 on 7 action.

Coach Lineberger believes Lee will contribute.

“He is reading the triple option,” Lineberger added. “He is throwing the ball.”

Also getting reps in at quarterback is senior Max Mead.

Last year Mead started at safety. In the early going he has looked good.

“He is a leader and a fine athlete.”

The one thing that sets this pair apart is their ability to throw the ball. Make no doubt doubt about it South Point is a run based team. But any coach is happy to be able to have more weapons at their disposal.

Lineberger is pleased to have that option.

“These guys can throw the ball,” Lineberger said. “Probably better then we have in 10 years.”

The coveted fullback spot will be filled by junior, Jake Alexander and senior, Ometrick Leaper.

Alexander is a 6’2”” 190 pounder who played corner last year.

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South Point Red Raiders 2016 Junior Varsity and coaching staff.

Philip Davis. Davis is a versatile linemen that gives the coaching staff options.

“We can put him anywhere,” Lineberger stated. “Defensive tackle, defensive end, nose guard.”

Returning starter Matthew Robinson hopes to play a role as well The biggest competition for a slot will be the battle at nose tackle.

Khimek Stukes and Lawrence Haley are pushing each other for the nose guard role.

Payton Graham and Jerome Leaper round out the defensive line.

Going to the next level the South Point linebacker are a solid group capable of attacking ball carriers.

The linebacking corp will be led by inside linebackers Nick Muse and Nathan Hamilton.

Last year Muse had 180 tackles. Hamilton had 176. The impact these two had can not be overstated.

“We are counting om big things from Muse and Canterberry.” Lineberger added.

Mario Brandon and Tanner Canterberry hope to play outside.

Brandon is a player that the coaching staff thinks can make things happen. He is a big hitter.

“He is our designated hitter,” Lineberger said. “He will light you up.”

Also looking for playing time at linebacker is Zach Whitman.

The secondary for South Point is made up of experienced players and some new blood. Again, everything is wide open. Anyone can muscle away a starting job.

Max Mead will start at free safety. Mead will also make the calls for the DB’s.

South Point has some players that can come from one position to the other. One of those is Mario Brandon. Brandon can play strong safety and linebacker.

Nick Farmer, Nathan Silver are corners who saw significant action lat year. This year should be no different.

Kicker Thomas Lempereur is also looking to get time in at corner.

No matter who takes the field for South Point one thing is clear. Big Red goes into 2016 as the Big South Conference favorites.

Why? Well, going eight years as conference champs earns them that spot.

This year will be challenging for not only the team, but their fans known as Raider Nation. It is unlikely that South Point will be as dominating as they have been. Teams will do what they can to knock South Point down.

But the the players and staff in Belmont are confident in their system.

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SOUTH POINT From page 9 “He can run 100%,” Lineberger said. “He is a big effort guy.”

Leaper will see reps at fullback and also as wingback.

Another player that will make his mark is Ty Tinker. Tinker can line up in any backfield position “He is a starting wingback,” Lineberger said.

“He is important to us. We can use also use him at fullback.”

Nick Grange and Kaleb Gibson will also be vying for playing time at the wingback spot.

The South Point wide outs are a group trying to get in the mix. The group features a pair seniors.

Nathan Silver and Thomas Lempereur are pushing for spots. Silver also plays cornerback. Lempereur is Big Red’s kicker.

JR Scipio and Hunter Cornelius are working for the tight end job. Scipio can also line up as a split end.

The offensive line is a group that has some playing experience. They are also working hard to fill some holes and gaps. The group has looked promising in pre-season workouts.

Ethan Jackson will play center. He will be joined by left tackle Larry Dowdy and right guard Victor Hernandez.

A pair of juniors are pushing each other at right tackle. Riley Nichols and Sean Burns are battling to see who will start.

At left guard James Granson and Wesley Barker will see action.

A turnover minded 3-4 South Point will employ a 3-4 base defense that is capable of attacking opposing offenses.

South Point will push to generate turnovers.

They do this by swarming to the ball. The Red Raiders will adjust their base defense as needed. They will utilize multiple fronts and looks.

Last year the Red Raiders created turnovers. this year Lineberger hopes the “D: can do the same.

“We look good getting to the ball,” Lineberger said. “We hope to create turnovers.”

The South Point defense starts off in good shape. Eight players that have either started or have significant varsity time under their belts will be playing.

Up front the Red Raiders will settle who will start with some healthy competition.

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Varsity Cheerleaders - Front Row: Aurora Ziemer, Caitie Dormeister, Olivia Devine, Victoria Harris, Kendall Thorneburg. Middle row: Jessica Helton, Jailah Grier, Victoria McAllister, Junior Varsity Cheerleaders: Front row: Ashton Wise, Savannah Bell, Makayla Mayhew, Lexy JaQuasia Brooks, Hannah Keel, Allison Parker, Sadie Hannafin. Back row: Christina Jones, Sides, Jordan Foultz, and Morgan Lynn. Back row: Rachel Baker, Madison Wilcox, Camry Sofia Saiz, Allie Temple, Kaylee Thagard, Courtney Karagias, Emily Ratchford, Chloe Johnson, Haynie, Kendrick Boehlke, Cameryn Stansell, Savannah Rogers, and Mary Crawford Smallwood.

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South Point 2016 Fall Sports Schedule 8/25/2016 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM TENNIS: South Point at Foresetview 8/25/2016 7:00 PM JV FOOTBALL: South Point at Lincolnton 8/26/2016 7:30 PM FOOTBALL: Lincolnton at South Point 8/27/2016 9:30 AM - 11:00 PM CROSS COUNTRY: at Western NC Cross Country Carnival 8/29/2016 5:00 PM SOCCER: Lincoln Charter at South Point 8/30/2016 4:30 PM VOLLEYBALL: South Point at Fort Mill 8/31/2016 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM CROSS COUNTRY: at North Gaston 8/31/2016 4:30 PM - 11:00 PM CROSS COUNTRY: at Forestview 9/1/2016 4:00 PM TENNIS: Ashbrook at South Point 9/1/2016 4:00 PM VOLLEYBALL: South Point at East Gaston 9/2/2016 7:30 PM FOOTBALL: South Point at Shelby 9/6/2016 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM GOLF: at Glenn Oaks 9/6/2016 4:30 PM VOLLEYBALL: Hunter Huss at South Point 9/7/2016 5:00 PM SOCCER: South Point at Lincoln Charter 9/8/2016 4:30 PM VOLLEYBALL: South Point at Ashbrook 9/8/2016 4:30 PM VOLLEYBALL: South Point at Lake Norman Charter

9/8/2016 5:00 PM SOCCER: South Point at St. Stephens 9/8/2016 7:00 PM JV FOOTBALL: Clover at South Point 9/9/2016 8:00 PM FOOTBALL: South Point at Clover 9/12/2016 5:00 PM SOCCER: South Point at East Gaston 9/13/2016 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM GOLF: at Crowders Mountain 9/13/2016 4:30 PM VOLLEYBALL: Forestview at South Point 9/13/2016 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM CROSS COUNTRY: at Shelby Invitational 9/14/2016 5:00 PM SOCCER: Hunter Huss at South Point 9/15/2016 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM TENNIS: South Point at East Gaston 9/15/2016 5:00 PM SOCCER: Kings Mountain at South Point 9/15/2016 7:00 PM JV FOOTBALL: South Point at Crest 9/19/2016 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM GOLF: at Green Meadows 9/19/2016 5:00 PM SOCCER: South Point at Ashbrook 9/20/2016 4:00 PM TENNIS: Hunter Huss at South Point 9/20/2016 4:30 PM - 11:00 PM CROSS COUNTRY: Gaston County Meet at Forestview

9/20/2016 4:30 PM VOLLEYBALL: North Gaston at South Point 9/21/2016 5:00 PM SOCCER: Forestview at South Point 9/22/2016 4:00 PM TENNIS: South Point at Ashbrook 9/22/2016 4:00 PM TENNIS: South Point at Ashbrook 9/22/2016 4:30 PM VOLLEYBALL: South Point at Stuart W. Cramer 9/22/2016 7:00 PM JV FOOTBALL: East Gaston at South Point 9/23/2016 7:30 PM FOOTBALL: South Point at East Gaston 9/26/2016 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM GOLF: at River Run 9/26/2016 6:00 PM SOCCER: South Point at Lake Norman Charter 9/27/2016 4:00 PM TENNIS: Forestview at South Point 9/27/2016 4:00 PM VOLLEYBALL: East Gaston at South Point 9/27/2016 4:30 PM - 11:00 PM CROSS COUNTRY: at North Gaston 9/28/2016 6:30 PM SOCCER: North Gaston at South Point See SCHEDULE Page 13

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South Point Varsity Football Roster 2016

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South Point Jr Varsity Football Roster 2016 No. 5 7 8 10 11 14 20 21 22 23 24 31 35 42 44 45 52 60 62 64 65 68 70 71 73 74 75 79 80 81 86

Name Ladarris White Jammani Leeper Keaton Hale Alex Campbell Zane Andrews Tre’ Glenn CJ Jennings Jamari Lewis Nick Gange Rayonta Grier Zion Holley Josh Hicks Landon Sprinkles Dillon Neagle DeAngelo Bruton Naseen Jones Aryn Moore Joshua Hughes Isai Pena Hunter Mason Justin Ramirez Bryce Moll Dalton Rhodes Collin Owensby Matt Thomas Dwayne Hudson Mason Smith Jesse Singleton Elijah Daniels Jacob Barnhart Cade Ratliff

Class Freshman Freshman Sophomore Freshman Sophomore Sophomore Freshman Freshman Freshman Freshman Freshman Sophomore Freshman Freshman Freshman Freshman Sophomore Freshman Freshman Freshman Freshman Sophomore Sophomore Sophomore Sophomore Sophomore Sophomore Sophomore Freshman Freshman Sophomore

Position WB/CB WB/CB QB SE/S SE/S SE/CB WB/CB WB/DB WB/CB SE/S CB/SE LB LB/WB SE/SS FB/LB CB/WB C OT OG/DL OG/DL OT/DDL OG/DL OT C OG/DE OT/DL OT DT SE SE K

No. 7 8 9 12 14 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 30 33 34 40 41 42 43 45 51 52 54 55 60 61 62 64 66 72 75 77 79 80 81 84 85 86 87

Name Jammani Leeper Keaton Hale Nick Farmer Scottie Lee Max Mead Matthew Robinson Caleb Gibson Tanner Canterberry Nick Gange Rayonta Grier Jake Alexander Mario Brandon Ty Tinker Nick Muse Ometrick Leeper-Floyd Nathan Hamilton Lawrence Haley Josh Bogen Jerme Leeper Nolan Cochran Riley Nichols Aryn Moore Payton Graham Ethan Jackson Zach Whitman Sean Burns Wesley Barker James Granson Victor Hernandez Larry Dowdy Tyler Kotula Phillip Davis Khimek Stukes Zach Scandrett Colton Russell Hunter Marett Hunter Cornelison Jr Scipio Thomas Lempereur

Position WB, CB QB C, WB QB S, QB DE WR OLB WB, C S, SE FB, C S, WB WB LB, TE WB, DE LB, TE DE DE DL DE T C DT C LB, T OT OG G OG OT DL DL DL SE SE DL TE SE, TE K

Class Fr. So. Sr. Jr. Sr. Jr. So. So. So. Fr. Jr. Jr. Jr. Sr. Sr. Jr. Jr. So. Sr. Jr. Jr. So. Sr. Jr. So. Jr. Jr. Sr. Jr. So. Jr. Jr. So. Sr. Jr. Sr. Jr. Sr. Sr.

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But the newness of these up and comers may result in some good football. This year the action in the Big South may resemble the wild west. There is so much that is just not known.

The action will be intense.

And, if history is an indicator of the future the Red Raiders are still looking good. So if at the end of the 2016 season the dust settles and Big Red is still standing, don’t be surprised.

SOUTH POINT From page 10 They know that it has helped mold South Point into what is arguably one of the most successful football programs in the area.

There can be no doubt that this may be South Point’s most inexperienced team in recent memory.

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9/29/2016 4:00 PM TENNIS: South Point at Lake Norman Charter 9/29/2016 4:00 PM TENNIS: South Point at Lake Norman Charter 9/29/2016 4:30 PM VOLLEYBALL: South Point at Hunter Huss 9/29/2016 7:00 PM JV FOOTBALL: South Point at Hunter Huss 9/30/2016 7:30 PM FOOTBALL: Hunter Huss at South Point 10/3/2016 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM GOLF: at Catawba Creek 10/3/2016 5:00 PM SOCCER: South Point at Stuart W. Cramer 10/4/2016 4:00 PM TENNIS: North Gaston at South Point 10/4/2016 4:30 PM - 11:00 PM CROSS COUNTRY: at Forestview 10/4/2016 4:30 PM VOLLEYBALL: Ashbrook at South Point (Pink Game) 10/5/2016 5:00 PM SOCCER: East Gaston at South Point 10/6/2016 4:00 PM TENNIS: South Point at Stuart W. Cramer 10/6/2016 4:00 PM TENNIS: South Point at Stuart W. Cramer 10/6/2016 4:30 PM VOLLEYBALL: South Point at Forestview 10/6/2016 7:00 PM JV FOOTBALL: Ashbrook at South Point 10/7/2016 7:30 PM FOOTBALL: South Point at Ashbrook 10/10/2016 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM GOLF: at Catawba Creek 10/10/2016 5:00 PM SOCCER: South Point at Hunter Huss 10/11/2016 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM CROSS COUNTRY: at Ashbrook 10/11/2016 4:30 PM VOLLEYBALL: Lake Norman Charter at South Point

10/12/2016 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM TENNIS: at Ashbrook (Conference Tournament) 10/12/2016 5:00 PM SOCCER: Ashbrook at South Point 10/13/2016 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM TENNIS: at Ashbrook (Conference Tournament) 10/13/2016 4:30 PM VOLLEYBALL: South Point at North Gaston 10/13/2016 7:00 PM JV FOOTBALL: South Point at Forestview 10/14/2016 7:30 PM FOOTBALL: Forestview at South Point 10/17/2016 GOLF: at Etowah 10/17/2016 4:30 PM VOLLEYBALL: Stuart W. Cramer at South Point 10/17/2016 5:00 PM SOCCER: South Point at Forestview 10/18/2016 4:30 PM - 11:00 PM CROSS COUNTRY: at Ashbrook High 10/19/2016 4:30 PM VOLLEYBALL: Burns at South Point 10/19/2016 6:00 PM SOCCER: Lake Norman Charter at South Point 10/21/2016 7:30 PM FOOTBALL: South Point at Lake Norman Charter 10/24/2016 6:30 PM SOCCER: South Point at North Gaston 10/26/2016 5:00 PM SOCCER: Stuart W. Cramer at South Point 10/27/2016 7:00 PM JV FOOTBALL: South Point at North Gaston 10/28/2016 7:30 PM FOOTBALL: North Gaston at South Point 10/29/2016 CROSS COUNTRY: at 3A Regional Meet (Jackson Park) 11/3/2016 7:00 PM JV FOOTBALL: Stuart W. Cramer at South Point 11/4/2016 7:30 PM FOOTBALL: South Point at Stuart W. Cramer (Senior Night) 11/5/2016 10:30 AM - 11:00 PM CROSS COUNTRY: at 3A State Meet (Kernersville) * Schedules provided at time of publication and are subject to change. Please check with your school before traveling.

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Stuart Cramer STORM

Stuart Cramer Storm 2016 Varsity along with coaching staff.

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Cramer poised to take next step Last year saw the Stuart Cramer Storm finish up just shy of the .500 mark. Cramer didn’t make the playoffs but the season was far from a disappointment. Cramer only lost eight starters to graduation, That means that many key players will be back. Cramer head coach Ben McMillan likes what he has to start the season.

We are much improved from last year,” McMillan said. “We improved in the off season. We are bigger, stronger, and faster. We have many three year varsity players and a good JV group coming up.”

When you break it down Cramer has eight returning offensive starters and seven defensive players coming back.

Run the ball on offense Cramer will go on offense with a spread option attack.

The Storm will work primarily out of a shotgun formation. Last year there were times that Cramer struggled to get a ground game going. This year the Storm hope to improve in that area.

“We are working on improving our run game,” McMillan stated. “Looking to be able to run the ball more effectively.”

Cramer’s starting quarterback will be Noah Oxendine.

Oxedine is a 6’2” 180 pound senior. Oxendine has experience running the Cramer spread. He has good leadership skills.

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“He is a hard worker,” McMillan said. “He is a smart kid.

He knows our offense well.”

When Cramer runs the ball they will look to Naseem Maulden and Kaiser Kayton.

The coaching staff has high hopes for Maulden. Maulden, a senior looked good early last year but blew out his ACL. That injury put him on the sidelines the rest of the year. Maulden is fully recovered and looking to pick up where he left off.

“He was running well before he tore his ACL,” McMillan said. “He is a downhill runner with potential and ability.”

But Mauldin is not a lock to start. He may just get a run for his money from Kayton. Kayton is a 5”10” 175 pound sophomore that may very well spell Mauldin. But don’t count the youngster out. He has caught the staff’s eye.

“He could be a starter,” McMillan added. “”He is fast getting to the edge,” McMillan said. “He runs hard up the middle.”

The Cramer wide outs are a solid group with experience.

“We have three four year starters,” McMillan said. “Isiah Foust, Cameron Lewis and Corey Stowe.”

Stowe is a gifted athlete. He may be exciting to watch.

“He can play all over.” McMillan said.

Also getting playing time at receiver will be sophomore Denorrian Lindsay.

Up front Cramer should have an offense line that can get the job done. Coach McMillian has high hopes for this crew.

“We have good experience,” McMillan went on to say.

“We’ve got size up front. It’s the biggest group we have had.”

The one player that stands out on the Cramer O-Line may not have experience. But he seems to have the skills to pull down a starting spot.

Freshman Jackson Concannon will get the nod at left tackle. Concannon is 6’1” and weighs 235 pounds. the Cramer staff thinks this guy has the skills to jump from middle

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“He has size, great feet and strength. McMillan said. “Especially for a 9th grader.”

The other line spots appear set. Right tackle will be senior, Crocker Barker, The left guard spot will be filled by junior Devon Bain. The right guard position will be played by Carson Muse, a senior.

Shawn Barnes will be holding down the middle of the offense line lining up at center.

A defensive switch to the 4-4 Cramer is going to mix things up by switching to a 4-4 defense. The 4-4 is an old school defensive set up designed to be flexible and adaptable. The 4-4 features four lineman and four linebackers.Cramer’s defensive coordinator will be coach Jon Putnam.

Coach McMillan thinks his defense will allow him to adjust to teams that are pass happy and those that pound the ball.

“We will have the ability to play anyone with it,” McMillan said. “It fits or players. It’s adaptable.

The Cramer front four will feature a hungry group of players that compliment each other. Each player brings something different to the table.

The defensive tackles will be Adam Hannibal and Hanson Troung. Hannibal has the potential to dominate. Opposing offenses should not over look him due to his size.

Hannibal dresses out at 5’9” 225. On paper he is the size of a linebacker. But on the field he is an aggressive defensive lineman.

“He is explosive,” McMillan said. “He is quick, fast and strong.”

The defensive end spots will be held Nauja Fair and Dylan Collins. These two are a pair of high motor guys that don’t quit.

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Stuart Cramer Fall Sports Schedule 2016 8/26/2016 7:30 PM FOOTBALL: R-S Central at Stuart W. Cramer (Endowment) 8/31/2016 4:30 PM CROSS COUNTRY: at Forestview 9/2/2016 7:30 PM FOOTBALL: Stuart W. Cramer at West Iredell 9/6/2016 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM GOLF: at Glenn Oaks 9/7/2016 4:30 PM CROSS COUNTRY: at Forestview 9/9/2016 7:30 PM FOOTBALL: Stuart W. Cramer at Bessemer City 9/13/2016 3:00 PM GOLF: at Crowders Mountain 9/14/2016 5:00 PM SOCCER: Forestview at Stuart W. Cramer 9/19/2016 3:00 PM GOLF: at Green Meadows 9/20/2016 4:00 PM VOLLEYBALL: Stuart W. Cramer at East Gaston 9/20/2016 4:30 PM CROSS COUNTRY: Gaston County Meet at Forestview

9/23/2016 7:30 PM FOOTBALL: Stuart W. Cramer at Ashbrook 9/26/2016 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM GOLF: at River Run 9/27/2016 CROSS COUNTRY: at North Gaston 9/28/2016 5:00 PM SOCCER: Stuart W. Cramer at East Gaston 9/30/2016 7:30 PM FOOTBALL: Forestview at Stuart W. Cramer (Youth Night) 10/3/2016 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM GOLF: at Catawba Creek 10/4/2016 4:00 PM TENNIS: Stuart W. Cramer at East Gaston 10/7/2016 7:30 PM FOOTBALL: Lake Norman Charter at Stuart W. Cramer (Homecoming) 10/10/2016 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM GOLF: at Catawba Creek 10/10/2016 5:00 PM SOCCER: Stuart W. Cramer at Forestview 10/11/2016 4:00 PM CROSS COUNTRY: at Ashbrook

10/12/2016 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM TENNIS: at Ashbrook (Conference Tournament) 10/13/2016 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM TENNIS: at Ashbrook (Conference Tournament) 10/13/2016 4:00 PM VOLLEYBALL: East Gaston at Stuart W. Cramer 10/14/2016 7:30 PM FOOTBALL: Stuart W. Cramer at North Gaston 10/17/2016 GOLF: at Etowah 10/21/2016 7:30 PM FOOTBALL: Hunter Huss at Stuart W. Cramer 10/24/2016 5:00 PM SOCCER: East Gaston at Stuart W. Cramer 10/27/2016 7:00 PM JV FOOTBALL: East Gaston at Stuart W. Cramer 10/28/2016 7:30 PM FOOTBALL: Stuart W. Cramer at East Gaston 11/4/2016 7:30 PM FOOTBALL: South Point at Stuart W. Cramer (Senior Night) * Schedules provided at time of publication and are subject to change. Please check with your school before traveling.

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Stuart Cramer Junior Varsity Cheerleaders - Front row: Macy Parker, Kayla Helms (Captain), Jessica Smith (Captain), and Galaxie Sylvia. Second row: Taylor Toney, Tori Parker, Kaitlyn Setzer, and Hailey Harwell. Back row: Sydney Hansel, Alayla Sweat, Marie Bain, Kylie Little, Eternity Moore, Kelbi Peterson, and Hannah Millican.

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STUART CRAMER From page 14 The Cramer linebackers are a group that is looking for something to get into. They are athletic and aggressive. They always try to find the ball like they are on a seek and destroy mission.

T h e two inside backers are Robert Truesdale and Karson Setzer.

Truesdale is a junior.

Put simply, he is tackling machine. Last year he lead the state in tackles. Setzer, a sophomore is a hard charger.

“He give 150% in everything he does.”

McMillan said of Setzer.

The top spots on the outside will feature some competition.

Darnell Johnson will be in one spot. Gabe Washington and Jaylen Rocquemore will go head to head for a chance to start at the other outside spot.

The Cramer defensive backs will consist of a group of smart players who are quick and athletic. This group knows where to pos-

tion themlesves on the field. They also make sure their fellow defensive players are in the right spots.

“They know where everyone needs to be.” coach McMillan added.

The corner spots will be held down by senior Corey Stowe and junior Landon Helton.

Kobe Sithisaribouth will see some time at corner as well.

The Cramer free safety will be Isiah Foust.

Last year Foust snared eight interceptions.

Special teams duties will be handled

by Ethan McRorie.

“He will kick and punt.” McMillan said.

In summary, Stuart Cramer has some pieces in place to get something done.

Will they? Well, there are a lot of “got to” things that have to happen if Cramer hopes to go beyond .500. The got to list is simple.

Cramer has got to be able to establish a run game. The new 4-4 defense has got to be able to effectively adapt to whomever Cramer plays. The Cramer players have got to deliver four solid quarters of football.

If Cramer can do that then 2016 should be a good year. One thing is certain, the Big South is wide open. Most of Cramer’s biggest conference foes lost a lot of talent to graduation. Cramer will have a chance to close the gap this year. Let’s see if that can happen.

No. 1 2 4 5 7 8 9 10 11 12 14 15 20 21 22 23 24 27 30 31 33 34 41 42 44 50 51 55 61 62 65 67 71 72 73 74 75 77 78 80 85 87 99

Name Noah Oxendine Robert Truesdale Kobe Sithisaribouth Cameron Lewis Denorrian Lindsay Jaylen Rocquemore Landon Helton Devion Moore Isaiah Foust Nick Davis Darnell Johnson Naseem Moulden Ethan McRorie Corey Stowe Kaiser Kayton William Waddell Matt Weaver Roderick Ewell Simunye Tabor Nauja Fair Ismar Terzic Adam Hannibal Quentin Hooker Trevor Davis Karson Setzer Jaquan Wise Montana Gardner RJ Miller Devon Bain Jerray Webb Tyler Vlasich Shawn Barnes Kaelob Lewis Crocker Barker Hayden Kish Jack Hough Carson Muse Hanson Troung Jackson Concannon Dylan Collins Sam Julen Noah Hansil Alex Mathis

Position QB MLB, RB CB, WR WR, SS WR QB, DE WR, CB QB WR, FS RB, MLB SS, WR RB, CB K, P SB, CB RB, FS MLB CB WR WR, FS DE, TE DE, DT DT WR WR RB, OLB DE DT, NG G, T T, LS DE, DT G G, DT T, G T, DT DT, T C G, DT DT, NG T, DE DE, TE OLB WR DE

Class Sr. Jr. Sr. Sr. So. Jr. Jr. Jr. Sr. Jr. Sr. Sr. So. Sr. So. Jr. Sr. Jr. Sr. Sr. Sr. Jr. Jr. Jr. So. Sr. Jr. Jr. Jr. Jr. Jr. Sr. Sr. Sr. Jr. So. Sr. Sr. Fr. Jr. Jr. Jr.

Height 6-1 5-11 5-7 6-1 5-8 6-2 5-10 5-8 6-2 5-10 6-2 5-9 5-9 5-7 6-0 6-0

Weight 185 185 137 185 140 200 140 140 180 180 190 170 135 138 175 192

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6-3 6-2 6-2 6-2 6-3 6-2 6-2 5-11

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Stuart Cramer Jr Varsity Football Roster 2015 No. 1 2 3 7 8 9 10 11 12 15 20 21 22 23 24 31 33 41 50 51 52 54 55 56 62 64 67 68 70 75 80 81 82 85 88

Name Elijah Mitchell Joseph Dickerson Caleb Clemmer Devan Polk Durrell Johnson Tyreese Morris Luke Harte Luke Carpenter Devin Baldwin Jordan Laws Corey York Chris Bartlett Harrison Shropshire Shemar Moore Jaylin Truesdale Josh Green LJ Straing Chase Burton Chase Bradley Tristan Croft Austin Moore Jonathan Mayne Patrick Zander Chandler Allen Jacob Broome Carson O’Brien Alex Singleton Josh Miller Carter Merrill Jack Hough JR Chacon Jonathan Brooks Kendall Karr Jackson Harrington Chris Koffij

Position S DB LB LB WR RB, DB DE, QB QB K, P LB WR WR RB WR LB, RB WR CB RB OL, DE LB, OL OL, DL LB OL, DL DL OL, DL OL OL OL OL C DB WR TE, DE WR WR

Class So. So. So. So. Fr. Fr. So. So. So. So. So. So. Fr. Fr. Fr. Fr. So. Fr. So. So. So. Fr. So. So. So. So. So. Fr. Fr. So. So. Fr. Fr. Fr. Fr.

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Area schools get new principals Rebecca Huffstetler new principal at Stanley Middle Huffstetler is entering her first year as the principal of Stanley Middle School.

Prior to being the principal at Stanley, she was the principal at Southweast Middle and Rhyne Elementary. Before Rhyne, she was an assistant principal at Hunter Huss High School for five years.

Prior to becoming a school administrator, she spent eight years in the classroom teaching at Mt.Holly Middle School and East Gaston High School.

HUFFSTETLER She earned both her Masters of Education (UNCC and Western Carolina) and National Board Certification while teaching at the middle school level. She earned her college degree and teaching license at Meredith College in Raleigh, NC. North Belmont Elementary to have new principal North Belmont Elemenatary School will have a new principal, Justin Beam, starting this year. Beam is a product of the Gaston County School System. He is a native of Cherryville and a graduate of Cherryville High School. Beam received a bachelor of science from the University of North Carolina at Asheville. He earned his master’s degree in school administration from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte.

BEAM Beam began his career in education by teaching, first at Cherryville High School and then at Ashbrook High School. He then served as instructional technologist for the Ashbrook feeder area. Immediately prior to being named Principal of John Chavis Middle School, Beam served as health sciences academy coordinator and then as assistant principal at Highland School of Technology.

Beam replaces Ryan Smith who was moved to John Chavis Middle School in Cherryville.

Jennifer Reep is the new principal at East Gaston High Reep’s education includes: Appalachian State University, Bachelor of Science in English/ Secondary Education; Belmont Abbey College, Masters in Middle School Education;Western Carolina, Masters in Administration and Supervision.

Her previous GCS employment includes: Principal – Mt. Holly Middle School - 2011 – 2016; Assistant Principal - Cramerton Middle School – 2007-2011; REEP English Teacher - South Point High School – 2005-2007; English Teacher Forestview High School – 2000-2005; English Teacher – Mt. Holly Middle School 1992-1997.

Her hobbies include: Mountain biking at the USNWC and walking/running on the local thread trails keeps she and her husband of 23 years active after raising two boys who are both graduates of GCS Schools. As a family they enjoy most outdoor activities and traveling anywhere there is a body of water.

Jamie Peoples to head Mt. Holly Middle School She is a graduate of Western Carolina University with degrees in elementary and middle school education. She has a Master’s degree from Appalachian State University in school administration.

She served as a teacher in Alexander County, Lenoir County and Pitt County before moving to Gaston County. She taught at Cramerton Middle School PEOPLES sixth grade math and science and eighth grade math and social studies. She served as assistant principal at Hunter Huss High School for five years before being named principal at Mount Holly Middle School. She was Gaston County Assistant Principal of the Year, 2015-2016.

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TJ Sanders making a tackle on Yellow Jacket’s Kevin Goodwin.

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Bessemer City’s Zavion Williams deflects the ball away from East Gaston’s TJ Sanders. BC won by a score of 44-20.

Warriors fall to Yellow Jackets 20-44

Warrior’s Nick Gwinn scrambles for a loose ball.

Jonathan Eggers brings down a runner in the backfield.

Warrior students rooting on their team.

Mountain Island Charter wins opener 35-9

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After a whirlwind 2015, Mountain Island Charter was set to begin the new 2016 season. The Raptors had a good off season.

The coaching staff led by second year head coach Robert Washington put together a talented roster full of possibilities. So when the Central Academy Cougars came to Mt Holly, Mountain Island was ready to let it rip.

And let it rip they did. The Raptors played a complete game. MI combined a high octane offense along with effective special teams and a stingy defense to overwhelm the visiting Cougars 35-9. But as with most opening days there can be butterflies.

“We came out sluggish,” coach Washington said. “First game jitters. We were still up 14-9 at half.”

In the first half the Cougars gave Mountain Island a run for their money. The Raptors made some mistakes that needed to be worked out.

In 1st quarter action the Cougars scored.

The Raptors responded when Mountain Island quarterback Kyle Holcomb went in from one yard out. In the 2nd quarter the Cougars sacked Holcomb in the endzone for a safety.

The Raptors responded when Holcomb hit Tikwan “Smooth” Johnson with a 70 yard strike.

It had been a crazy first half.

“Everything that could go wrong did,” Washington added. “But in the second half everyone settled down.”

In the second half the Raptors shut Central Academy down in the scoring department.

The Cougars were able to get 312 yards of offense going but Mountain Island prevailed.

The Raptor “D” took it upon themselves to be there as the team went through the adjustments with figuring out who they were.

“The defense played well,” coach Washington said. “The defense wanted to carry us.

They took the challenge.”

The Raptor defense did its job but the offense did its part as well.

Overall the the Raptor offense put up 444 yards.

Holcomb had a wild ride

The Mt. Island Charter School Raptors took to the field last Friday for the first game of the 2016 season. They defeated Central Academy 35-9.

throwing for 324 yards, three TD’s and three picks.

On the ground, frosh running back Elijah Burris was MI’s top runner with 53 yards off 11 carries.

In the second half the Raptors put up 21 unanswered points. Those scores sealed the deal.

Another group that had a good day was the Raptor special teamers.

Last year Mountain Island was slammed in the first round of the playoffs when Winston Salem Prep returned the opening kick for a score. Coach Washington swore to not let that happen again.

“In the off season we rededicated ourselves to improve,” Washington said. “Jerry Baker our defensive coordinator moved to special teams. He took on the challenge.”

The move prompted a more dedicated style of play. The players and staff refer to special teams play as “Baker Ball” “Our special teams played well,” Washington added.

MI’s top special teamer was punter Carson Pledger. Pledger had three punts for 147 yards.

The game was a physical one as this photo illustrates.

Photos by Michael Strauss

With this game under their belts the Raptors will travel to Bessemer City. This will be a very tough game for MI. The Raptors will be taking on a Yellowjackets squad that beat East Gaston 44-20.

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Mountain Island Charter 1st 2nd 3rd 4th Final MICS 7 7 14 7 35 CA 7 2 0 0 9 Offensive Stats: Passing: Kyle Holcomb, 16-23 324 yds, 2TDs, 1 rush TD, 3 INT Rushing: Elijah Burris, 11 Carries, 53 yards Receiving: Eric Gallman, 4 catches, 106 yards, 1 TD

Mt. Island quarterback Kyle Holcomb throws a pass against Central Academy.

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Stuart Cramer JV comes out on top

Page 11 The Stuart Cramer Storm JV football squad took on Cherryville High JV last Thursday in both team’s season opener. After a hard fought contest SC came out on top 35-8.

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Despite turnovers Cramer wins big

By John Wilson Every football coach stresses it. Players hear it during every practice. It’s drilled into them again and again. Don’t turn the ball over! In football turnovers kill. Nothing can kill a drive or dampen a team’s spirit like a careless fumble or a interception.

In Stuart Cramer’s opener the Storm coughed up the ball five times. One face value that should mean Cramer lost. But not this time.

In their opener, Cramer was able to overcome their mistakes. The Storm used a devastating defense and a productive Storm player #7 Denorrian Lindsay eyes the end zone in the running game to beat Cherryville 20-6.

Stuart Cramer’s #85 Sam Julen makes a tackle in the game Cherryville contest.

Cramer head coach Ben McMillan didn’t shy away from against Cherryville.

Photos by Lydia Julen the turnovers. He addressed it head on.

“We made mistakes,” McMillan said. “We had five fumbles. We left a lot of points out there.”

The turnovers could not take away from what had been a productive ground game.

Cramer’s offensive line steamrolled the Ironmen allowing Storm runners to gallop for 295 yards.

Cramer’s top runner was Naseem Moulden.

Moulden finished up with 127 yards off of 14 carries.

“Our O Line played well,” McMillan said.”

Jackson Concannon, Carson Muse, Devin Bain, Shawn Barnes, and Croker Barker did a good job.”

The Cramer passing game never seemed to get off the ground.

Noah Oxendine threw the ball eight times.

He completed two passes for 10 yards. The staff even gave Devion Moore a whirl. Moore Stuart Cramer’s Devion Moore hands off to The Storn offensive line blasts an opening for #21 Corey Stowe.

Photos by Amy Muse only faired slightly better going 4 for 9 and Kaiser Kayton in the Cherryville game.

37 yards.

“We struggled.” McMillan added.

Coach McMillan hopes that the fumble situation can On the other side of the ball the Cramer defense set out to and Devan Polk all had six tackles. Storm defenders also combined for five sacks. be remedied. crush Cherryville. And they did just that.

The Storm defense also did it’s part in generating turn“We hope to have the turnovers out of the way.” McMil“Defensively we played pretty well,” McMillan said. We overs of their own. Four players, Darnell Johnson, Robert lan said. shut them down.”

Overall Cramer had a good outing. The running game and Cherryville could get things done on the ground or in the Truesdale, Landon Helton and Corey Stowe all had intercepdefensive effort was outstanding. But some things still need to air. The Storm defenders limited the Ironmen to only 101 yards tions. Stowe brought his back for a score. be figured out. The passing game needs work. And as much as Cherryville only scored once of total offense. it’s been harped on here, there is little doubt that the fumbling “Thier only score was on a fumble return.”

McMillan said.

Several Cramer defensive players had good days. Robert issue will be addressed in practice.

Ah, those turnovers.

Truesdale, Adam Hannibal, Karson Setzer, Montana Gardner,

Gaston County Schools anticipates the first day of school on August 29th It’s back-to-school time in Gaston County! When the morning bell rings on Monday, August 29, approximately 32,000 students (pre-kindergarten through high school) will walk through the doors of the county’s 54 public schools to start the 2016-2017 academic year.

The 32,000 figure includes more than 2,200 seniors in the Class of 2017, who are already looking ahead to the future, and approximately 2,400 kindergarteners, who are beginning their K-12 education journey.

“The new academic year is here, and we are pleased to welcome our students and teachers back to school,” said Superintendent of Schools W. Jeffrey Booker, who also is the 2016-2017 Southwest Region Superintendent of the Year.

“The new year ahead will bring many excellent opportunities for teaching and learning in our classrooms. This is an exciting time for Gaston County Schools, and we are looking forward to a productive and successful school year.”

This year, Gaston County Schools has approximately 1,950 classroom teachers – more than 130 of them are new, first-year teachers. The new teachers are participating in the district’s Teacher Induction Program for Success (TIPS), which is designed to

ensure educators thrive in their new career.

Back-toschool information about registration, health requirements, report cards, orientation and open house programs, parent conferences, athletics, inclement weather procedures, and more is available on the school district website, www.gaston.k12.nc.us, under Quick Links.

Celebration theme for the school year “Celebrate! Gaston County Schools” is the theme for the upcoming school year. The goal is to celebrate the district’s many accolades and the achievements of students and employees. The theme also includes a focus on alumni of Gaston County Schools and highlighting their professional and civic accomplishments.

Student registration continues Parents who need to register their child for school are encouraged to do so before the first day. Registration is taking place now at the former Forest Heights Elementary School, #1 Learning Place, Gastonia. Hours are Monday

through Friday from 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.

To register for school, parents must present the child’s certified birth certificate (or proof of age) and immunization record, a valid driver’s license, and two proofs of residence such as a utility bill, mortgage or lease, or cable TV bill.

New principals at 16 schools Sixteen schools have new principals for the 2016-2017 year: Justin Beam, North Belmont Elementary; Brent Boone, Hunter Huss High; George Conner, North Gaston High; Glenn Cook, Pleasant Ridge Elementary; Fran DaCanal, Bessemer City Middle; Mike Grimmer, New Hope Elementary; Amy Hord, Woodhill Elementary; Rebecca Huffstetler, Stanley Middle; Logan McGuire, Brookside Elementary; Judy Moore, Bessemer City High; Jill Payne, Hawks Nest STEAM Academy; Jamie Peoples, Mount Holly Middle; Jennifer Reep, East Gaston High; Lucretia Rice, Southwest Middle; Ryan Smith, John Chavis Middle; and Rebecca Wilson, Ashbrook High.

Gaston’s State Teacher of the Year on tour One of Gaston’s top teachers will step away from the classroom this school year to tour the state as an ambassador for public education. Bobbie Cavnar, an English teacher at South Point High School, was named the North Carolina Teacher of the Year in April.

He is expected to travel approximately 50,000 miles and participate in more than 150 speaking engagements across the state. He will compete for the National Teacher of the Year recognition and be honored at the White House in May 2017 with other state teachers of the year.

New elementary magnet school opens The much-anticipated magnet school for elementary-age children opens this year. Crews spent time over the summer transforming the former Hawks Nest Intermediate School in Gastonia into the new Hawks Nest STEAM Academy for grades K-5. Approximately 360 students will attend the school that features rigorous academic and exciting extracurricular programs with a distinct emphasis on Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics. An application and lottery process was held in the spring to determine the students who will attend the STEAM Acad-

emy, which is the first of its kind in Gaston County.

New construction for two schools Summertime groundbreaking ceremonies signified the beginning of construction for two schools – a new elementary school in Gastonia and a new middle school in Stanley.

Both schools are designed to accommodate future population growth. The elementary school is under construction adjacent to the current Pleasant Ridge Elementary building. It is the result of consolidating three older, smaller schools – Rhyne, Forest Heights, and Pleasant Ridge – into one new facility. The new elementary school will feature 112,000 square feet of space, has capacity for 800 students, and is expected to open in August 2017 with approximately 600 students. The new middle school is being built on the existing Stanley Middle School campus and will feature 135,000 square feet of space.

The school will open for the 2017-2018 academic year and house 800 students with the ability to accommodate 1,000 students.

Lunch price increases, free meal program continues The price for student lunch meals increases by 10 cents to $2.70 for elementary schools and $2.80 for middle and high schools. The adult lunch price

is $3.75. Breakfast meals cost $1.20 for students and $1.50 for adults. An updated online payment service will be available this year as a convenient way for parents to pay for cafeteria meals. Again this year, breakfast and lunch meals are being provided free-of-charge to all students at 19 schools: H.H. Beam Elementary, Bessemer City Central Elementary, Bessemer City Middle, Bessemer City Primary, Brookside Elementary, Carr Elementary, Chapel Grove Elementary, Gardner Park Elementary, Grier Middle, Lingerfeldt Elementary, North Belmont Elementary, Pleasant Ridge Elementary, Sadler Elementary, Southwest Middle, Springfield Elementary, Tryon Elementary, Warlick Academy, Woodhill Elementary, and York Chester Middle. The free meals are made possible through a program sponsored by the USDA Food and Nutrition Service.

This summer, breakfast and lunch meals were provided to approximately 2,450 children at 52 sites across the county.

The annual summer feeding program ensures that children have nutritious meals even when they are away from the classroom.

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South Point jumps Crest 27-12

By John Wilson john.bannernnews@gmail.com

There were few football teams in the Big South 2A/3A Conference that had as many holes to fill. South Point lost a significant chunk of their starting lineup to graduation. In 2016 South Point Red Raiders were expected to field a new group of players that would need to learn quickly. Many thought South Point would probably be good, but not as dominating as they had been in the past.

As it turns out this group of Red Raiders may be just as dominating. And those new guys may have learned quicker than expected. In a spectacular opening day win South Point beat Crest 27-12.

This win is big. How big? Well, Crest came to Belmont as the defending 3A state champs. In fact Crest marched into Lineberger Stadium with the 7th longest winning streak in the country.

South Point head coach Mickey Lineberger knew what type of program his school was facing.

“They came in with a 32 game winning streak,” Lineberger said. “Two 16-0 perfect seasons.”

South Point combined a well balanced offense with a tough defensive effort to stuff the Chargers on both sides of the ball.

“We played good in all three phases,” Lineberger said. “Only one turn over. We were ready to play. We played with a lot of heart. I can’t be more proud.”

South Point jumped the Chargers early running out to a 14-0 lead in the first quarter. South Point added another six points in the second quarter to go in to the locker room 20-0.

Jake Alexander had a good day a fullback. Alexander had 131 yards off of 40 carries.

Red Raider quarterback Scottie Lee added a new dimension to the normally ground orientated South Point offense. Lee put the ball up ten times. He was 5 for 10 with a TD and a pick.

In the end South Point ended the day with 259 yards in total offense.

On defense the Red Raiders got the job done.

The South Point “D” stuffed the Crest offensive attack. South Point limited the defending champs to 101 yards of total offense.

The Red Raiders defense also generated three turnovers. One fumble recovery and two interceptions.

South Point crushed Crest in all aspects of the game.

“We beat them on special teams,” Lineberger said. “We beat them on offense and we beat them on defense. A total team win.”

A season is not won or lost based on the opener But the win against Crest answered a lot of questions.

South Point showed that their system of developing new players is sound. A philosophy of allowing players to compete for starting jobs has shown some early rewards.

“We only had two returning on offense,” Lineberger added.

“We had seven on defense. We didn’t know how they would respond. A whole lot of new faces.”

The coach is happy with the outcome. He is also glad that the faith the school has in its developmental tradition withstood the opening salvo of the 2016 season.

“We tell them. Tradition don’t graduate,” Lineberger said.

“That game proved it.”

Red Raider quarterback Scottie Lee winds up for a pass in the Crest game.

South Point Kicker Thomas Lempereur sends one through the uprights the game against Crest.

Photos courtesy Calvin Craig/Superraiders.com

The Red Raider defense corralled the Chargers offense in a game South Point won 27 to 12.

South Point’s #25 Mario Brandon makes the interception in the game again Crest.

Photos by Tommy Bain

South Point Player of the week: The entire team was awarded Player of the Week by Coach Mickey Lineberger. Coach Lineberger said it was a “total team effort tonight” and the Red Raiders were rewarded with the win.

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Programs engage students during the summer Several enrichment programs kept the focus on learning during the summer months. The summer programs offered engaging academic opportunities for students across the county. The reading camp for grades 1-3 provided individual and small-group instruction to improve reading and comprehension skills, and the summer enrichment camp focused on learning in a fun and creative environment. Other programs included a math camp for middle school students and essay writing and SAT/ACT prep camps for high school students.

New approaches to teaching and learning This year, parents should notice new approaches to teaching and learning across the grade levels. Elementary schools are “making connections,” a theme that focuses on building strong school-to-home relationships.

Teachers are learning strategies to get children excited about school and also engage parents in their child’s education. This is important to establish in the early grades so children and parents stay “connected” to school as the students advance to middle school and high school. At the middle school level, teachers are renewing the focus on the middle school concept, which involves a team approach and providing more resources for parents. The goal is to ensure that students transition successfully from elementary school to middle school and then from middle school to high school. For high schools, teachers are concentrating on “blended learning,” a concept that “blends” the effective use of technology with the curriculum. With “blended learning,” technology is viewed as a tool that can enhance learning for students, who already rely on digital media outside the classroom.

Emphasis on Career and Technical Education As the school district focuses attention on Career and Technical Education (CTE), Hunter Huss High School will launch a new Career Academy program to provide more career and job train-

ing opportunities for students. In addition to taking challenging academic classes, students will have the option to gain valuable professional experience through specialized programs, internships, industry certification, and workforce credentials in areas such as health science, business, firefighting technology, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), scientific visualization (three-dimensional graphics and computer science), and other areas.

Teachers involved in professional development To prepare for the new school year, teachers participated in summer professional development programs that focused on ways to improve the classroom environment. Educators took advantage of N.C. Center for the Advancement of Teaching seminars, Pinnacle Technology Leadership, the Homegrown Literacy Institute’s reading and writing project, the SREB (Southern Regional Education Board) training for reading and mathematics, and other programs. Additionally, some 1,200 teachers and school personnel attended Gaston County Schools’ annual Teaching and Learning Conference held August 8-9 at Gaston College.

Expanding online options, partnership with Gaston College This year, there are more options for students to complete courses online and at the local community college. High school students will be able to enroll in online courses administered by the school district and also in classes available through the N.C. Virtual Public School. The Career and College Promise partnership with Gaston College offers students the opportunity to complete community college classes tuition-free and receive high school and college credit, which gives them a jump start on preparing for college and the workforce.

International Center changes locations The International Center, which serves students in the school district’s ESL (English as a Second Language) program and their families, is now located at the former Forest Heights El-

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Continued focus on school safety Gaston County Schools has several initiatives in place to ensure school safety again this year, including police resource officers assigned to all schools, a buzz-in entrance system and identity management (visitor check-in) system in use at each school, updated camera and surveillance equipment, comprehensive school safety plans, and an on-going partnership with local law enforcement agencies. Of the ten largest school districts in the state, Gaston County has the

lowest school crime rate, which is calculated annually by the state.

Technology program expands to 27 schools The Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) technology program that began two years ago has expanded to 27 schools. Through Internet wireless access, the program makes it possible for students to bring their own mobile computing devices to school for use in the classroom. With the addition of Chromebook computers and other devices over the past year, the district is getting closer to a one-to-one student-tocomputer ratio. Now, the ratio is 1:1.7.

Five new buses added to fleet; bus drivers needed Approximately 16,000 children rely on bus transportation.

Gaston County operates 210 yel-

Thursday, August 25, 2016 low school buses and 47 white activity buses – five new school buses were added to the fleet to replace the district’s oldest buses.

All buses were inspected over the summer. They are equipped with security cameras and a GPS (Global Positioning System) to ensure student and driver safety. The district continues to recruit bus drivers for the 20162017 school year. Anyone who is looking for a part-time job and would like to become a bus driver should call (704) 8666223 for information. Motorists are reminded to use extreme caution when approaching a school bus and to watch for children in the early morning and afternoon hours when the buses are on the road.

Renewing interest in mentoring program Realizing the influence one

caring adult has on a child, the school district is renewing interest in its mentoring program.

Last year, there were 237 people who volunteered their time to serve as mentors, but the district with 32,000 students could use many more. Typically, mentors spend up to one hour per week at the school with a student, talking and offering encouragement, helping with homework, offering advice about college and career plans, and providing positive support. Mentors complete a background check and one-hour training session, which are held at various times throughout the school year. Anyone interested in being a role model for a student may call (704) 866-6329 for more information about the mentoring program.

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SHI-TZU & PEKA-TZU PUPPIES, CKC registered. 1st shot & worming. 864-490-4979, text only.

BASSHUND PUPS from purebred parents(on site). One female(spayed),one male left, 5 months old, partially housebroke, all shots given, wormed regularly, healthy and friendly. $200 each to determined fitting home with vet reference. Need to see to appreciate. 704-538-7531(H), 860-416-8319(C) WHITE HOMING PIGEONS for sale. Suitable for ceremonial release. $20. Small jenny donkeys. $200. Lawndale. 704-538-8787.

FREE TO GOOD LOVING HOME, 1 year old female indoor cat. Shots & spayed. 704-4603881. NO TEXT MESSAGES ACCEPTED. FOR SALE: (10) GOATS, $75 each or all for $650. 828-8173482.

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2004 LINCOLN. Good condition. $3800. 1999 Ford F150, $1500. COZY 2BR 1BA APARTMENT, 704-418-5125.

For Rent, located in friendly 2001 HONDA CIVIC EX, white, neighborhood in Cherryville. $425 sunroof, halogen lights, spoil- mo. Contact 704-435-3311. er, low rider, air. Superb sound S FOR SALE system, $3500 negotiable.

443-985-1818,(Cleveland Co.) DINNING ROOM TABLE WITH 2008 HARLEY STREET GLIDE. SIX CHAIRS, two leaves, heat re59K miles, good condition. Extra sistant top, about fifty years old. parts included. $10,000. 704-313- $60.00. 704-616-4429.

7269, leave message CLOWN’S, OVER 100 OF ALL 1993 CADILLAC SEDAN DEV- SIZES & COLORS. Six color picILLE, 57k original miles, garage tures, music boxes, etc. Sale all kept, 2nd owner, asking $4500. - $125.00 – OBO. 704-827-8549.

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SIMPLY APPLIANCES, 2129 2000 DODGE GRAND CARA- Cherryville Rd (Hwy 150). Waco, VAN, runs good, needs cosmetic NC. Luxury refrigerators, MSRP work, $1400. 828-453-1838. $3,000-$3,500, brand new some 1999 S10 LS, extended cab, step dent and ding. Prices slashed to side bed, red/grey interior, 4cyl, $999 with warranties. French door, auto, PS, PB, cold ac, AM/FM/ 4 door french door, side by sides.

CD, rebuilt engine, good condi- Stainless, black, white. Convection tion, sharp truck, $3500 OBO. microwaves $425. 704-648-6208.

828-657-6058.

WINSLOW CROSS TRAINER 2002 X-TYPE JAGUAR 3.0 body TREAD MILL, 5.2T, with sling in good shape, selling for parts, arms, like new, barely used, ask$1000. 828-305-1118, 828-395- ing $150 obo. Serious Inquiries only! 704-419-3740.

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2003 NISSAN MAXIMA, high mileage, leather interior, runs good, $900. 18” Ford Backhoe Bucket, $300. Sofa, $40. Recliner, $50. 828-289-1817.

ORCHARD GRASS & FESCUE HAY. $5 per square bale. 704538-3539, 704-692-0533.

TWO LOAD GATE TRAILERS, 18hp & 10hp riding lawnmowers with SET OF (4) 17x8J MAG no decks. 18hp lawnmower, good WHEELS & Michelin Tires, “V”- condition. 704-297-5401. line, 5x4.5 lug pattern, like new, METAL FRAME FUTON with Sealy 215x55x17, price reduced, $245. innerspring futon mattress, $100.

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MONTCROSS AREA’S

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

Sub Corral Sandwich Shop 6831 W. Wilkinson Blvd.

Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 825-5466

Joe’s Touch of Italy 503 S. Central Ave. Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 825-2805

Taxco Mexican Grill 6418 W. Wilkinson Blvd.

Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 825-2108 The Grill 682 Park St. Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 825-5179

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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Belmont, NC 28012 (704)825-5555 Southpoint Grill 1901 S. Point Rd. Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 829-1043 String Bean The Fresh Market & Deli 106 N. Main St. Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 825-3636

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