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Groundbreaking held for Kevin Loftin Riverfront Park

By Alan Hodge alan.bannernews@gmail.com

A long awaited groundbreaking ceremony was held last Friday at noon for Kevin Loftin Riverfront Park in East Belmont.

The park will be located on E. Catawba St. on land alongside the river. It's named for former Belmont mayor the late Kevin Loftin who lost his life in a car accident in February 2012.

Kevin Loftin Riverfront Park will boast a wide variety of amenities including a playground, restroom, covered picnic shelters, an amphitheater for outdoor concerts and other performances, a wildlife observation platform, at least 35 parking spots, a bus parking and turnaround area, and paved walking trails.

A throng of dignitaries were on hand to see the first red dirt turned in what will eventually be a fabulous recreational facility not only for Belmont, but the region as well. Speakers included Belmont Mayor Charlie Martin, Recreation Advisory Board chair Kelvin Reagan, Montcross Area Chamber president Ted Hall, Gaston County Regional Chamber CEO Jeff Sandford, and Loftin's nephew Tom Weathers.

“This groundbreaking has been a long time coming,” Martin said. “For us to name it for Kevin is a fantastic thing.”

Hall declared the park would be a new and shining gateway to Gaston County.

“It's like painting the front door to your house,” said Hall.

Reagan saw the park as something to connect the generations.

“This park will reach everyone from young kids to senior citiAn host of Belmont city officials and other dignitaries took part last Friday in the groundbreaking for the long awaited Kevin zens,” he said.

Loftin Riverfront Park on East Catawba St. see more RIVERFRONT PARK page 2 Photo by Alan Hodge

City of Belmont says its water is safe to drink Duke Energy says coal

By Alan Hodge

The water treatment plant regularly tests the quality of the water in its system to ensure that it complies with all federal It's no secret that water quality is a and state drinking water standards. hot topic this summer in our area and The City has made available an anwill likely remain one for quite some nual “Water Quality Report”. The report time to come. is required by the EPA and NCDENR. In an attempt to be proactive in its The City notifies each water customer of the report and posts it on its website. The 2014 Water Quality Report showed that the “City of Belmont had no violations in 2014.”

The report contains the testing results for a variety of contaminants that are detected in the City’s drinking water. These tests show that although these contaminants are present in the drinking water, they meet all federal and state standards.

There are other contaminants that the City tests for, but are not detected in our drinking water.

Although the City is not required to post the results of tests for these contaminants that are not detected, these results are posted on the City’s Water Treatment Plant website.

Over the past several months This tower on Linestowe Dr. is where the City of Belmont draws its water from the Catawba River. The structure dates to the 1920s and was initially built to supply local textile mills such there have been concerns about as Piedmont and Aberfoyle.

Photo by Alan Hodge see more WATER page 2 alan.bannernews@gmail.com

approach to that issue, the City of Belmont recently conducted a series of water samplings and tests to see what was going in its water supply intake pipe near Linestowe Dr. at the Catawba River and what was coming out at the water treatment plant for distribution to customers.

ash water not flowing towards private wells

By Alan Hodge alan.bannernews@gmail.com

A report released last week by Duke Energy claims that potentially contaminated groundwater at and near two of its coal fired power plants, Allen near Belmont and Buck in Rowan County, is not, repeat, not, flowing towards private wells in the area.

The Duke Energy-funded study outlined in a 19-page Executive Summary characterized the groundwater situation at Allen like this: “No imminent hazard to human health or the environment has been identified as a result of soil or groundwater impacts at the site. Upgradient, background monitoring wells contain naturally occurring metals and other constituents at concentrations that exceeded their respective 2L Standards or IMACs. This information is used to evaluate whether concentrations in groundwater downgradient of the ash basin are also naturally occurring or might be influenced by migration of constituents from the ash basin. Naturally occuring metals and consituents reported in background groundwater samples at concentrations greater than 2L Standards or IMACs include antimony, barium, chromium, cobalt, iron, manganese, total dissolved solids (TDS), and vanadium. Groundwater in the shallow, deep, and bedrock flow layers beneath the ash basin flows horizontally to the east toward the Catawba River, with the north portion of the inactive ash basin flowing to the northeast and north toward Duke Energy property and the discharge canal. This flow direction is away from the direction of the see more COAL ASH page 3

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RIVERFRONT PARK From page 1

For Sandford, the park's impact will reach beyond Belmont.

“It's something for the entire county,” he said.

Weathers gave a touching tribute to his uncle.

“I can't drive through Belmont without having a memory of him,” he said. “He had a huge impact on my life and the community. I can't think of a better tribute to him than this park.”

Total budget of the job is $2,350,000. This figure reflects $2,310,163 for the work and a little bit of wiggle room to allow for any unforeseen glitches as the project progresses.

About $1.5 million of the cost will be financed. In July, the Belmont city council gave the nod to BB&T for that. The BB&T deal will be for 15 years at 2.89% interest. A PARTF grant also helped.

The construction contract went to J.D. Goodrum Co. Inc. of Cornelius. The firm has extensive experience in park construction.

Just a few of the projects the company has tackled includes Rankin Lake Park in Gastonia, Shelby City Park Phase I, Mecklenburg County Sportsplex, Chestnut Square Park in Indian Trail, Community Park in McAdenville, and Veterans Park in Fort Mill.

The designer is WK Dickson Inc. Goodrum's estimated cost for some of the features includes $90,000.00 for the playground,

$5,718.21 for a water fountain, $107,842.56 for a 30x60' picnic shelter, $180,070.80 for a pier and canoe dock, $243,531.29 for a restroom, $1,627.53 for three pet waste stations, $36,472.56 for 24 trash cans, $51,542.00 for the amphitheater, and $143,813.82 for a concrete boat ramp.

Last fall, a final piece of the property puzzle for the park was put into place when the City of Belmont purchased the 1.5 acre boat landing area behind Dale's Superette from Dale Willard for $55,000. The city quickly set about making improvements including a gated entrance, lighting, trash cans, and smoothing out the badly rutted entrance. Plans are to also build a better boat and canoe/ kayak launching ramp there. The ramp area will be connected to the park proper by a path on the roadbed of Old NC7.

This aerial photo with overlay shows how Kevin Loftin Riverfront Park on E. Catawba St. in Belmont will be laid out.

Work on the park will take City of Belmont photo about a year to complete.

WATER

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possible contamination of groundwater wells on the South Point peninsula outside of the city limits, particularly with levels of Hexavalent Chromium (Chromium-6) and Vanadium.

The City of Belmont is not required to test for these two substances in its drinking water. Due to the concerns about the levels of these two substances in groundwater, the City has tested its drinking water for them.

On August 3, city staff took a sample of raw water from the Catawba River and a sample of treated drinking water from the plant and sent them to a testing laboratory in California to test for Hexavalent Chromium (Chromium-6) and Vanadium. Staff

chose this laboratory due to its ability to test for these substances at a low enough level to detect the presence of these substances at the levels set forth as interim standards by the NC Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS).

The city staff received the results of these tests on August 17. The tests showed that there was no detectable level of Hexavalent Chromium (Chromium-6), and the reporting limit was 0.03 ppb (parts per billion parts) of Hexavalent Chromium.

This means that if Hexachrome is present in our drinking water, it was in an amount that it could not be detected or found at the level of 0.03 ppb.

The tests also showed that there was 0.94

ppb of Vanadium. The testing limit for Vanadium was 0.2 ppb. There is no adopted federal or state safety standard for levels of Vanadium in drinking water, although the interim standard proposed by the NCDHHS is 0.3 ppb of Vanadium. By comparison, the testing laboratory that NCDENR is using for groundwater wells has a testing limit for Vanadium of 1.0 ppb.

Flowers says the recent drought will necessitate keeping an even closer eye of the water quality equation.

“The water level in the river is several feet low so we will be doing follow up testing at the intake and the treatment plant,” he said.

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nearest public or private water supply wells. The Catawba River and discharge canal serve as hydrologic boundaries for groundwater within the shallow layer at the site. There are no water supply wells located between the ash basin and the Catawba River or between the ash basin and the discharge canal.”

Duke did the study in compliance with the state Coal Ash Management Act. “While I understand neighbors may still have questions, this information is very positive news for those who have been concerned about their water quality and whether the basins have affected them,” said Duke spokesperson Erin Culbert. “We will continue providing bottled water as we conduct additional sampling and complete the computer modeling in the next few months.”

The issue of where groundwater in the Allen plant area goes was on the table a couple of weeks ago when about 200 folks gathered at the Citizens Resource center in Dallas to hear reports from scientists regarding the coal ash situation in and around the facility. The longest talk was a groundwater/soil analysis from Bruce Parris, Hydrogeologist, North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources, Div. of Water Resources - Water Quality Regional Operations Section, Mooresville Regional Office. With charts and other AV aids, Parris explained where the coal ash is and how the groundwater in the affected area flows through the soil.

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This map shows the flow of groundwater (blue arrows) and the location of wells near Allen Steam Station on South Point Rd. Duke Energy graphic what a map contained in the Executive Summary showed regarding groundwater flow in the South Point peninsula.

Still, residents of the area remain wary. Amy Brown, who lives near Allen gets water from Duke for her family, was at the Dallas meeting and chagrined that several members of the utility's PR team

sat in but did not field questions from the audience.

“That was lowdown,” Brown said.

To see the entire report go to http://www.duke-energy.com/ashmanagement/groundwaterstudies.asp.

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Thursday, September 3, 2015

Could a bike race be coming to Mt. Holly?

By Alan Hodge alan.bannernews@gmail.com

Could a criterium-type bicycle race be coming to Mt. Holly next year? That's what some folks are hoping.

Last week saw Mt. Holly Parks and Recreation commission board member Matthew Gregory give the city council a presentation on what a “crit” could bring to town and what it would take to stage one.

A criterium bicycle race has riders in brightly hued tights traveling as fast as they can pedal (up to 30mph) on a closed course.

Spectators line the sidewalks and can get close to the action. The events offer color, speed, thrills, and close competition.

For the last two years, Belmont has held a criterium that drew an international bevy of bicyclists. Thousands of folks came to town, watched the spectacle, ate food from vendors and local restaurants, and quaffed beverages.

Gregory wants that same notoriety for Mt. Holly and his presentation reflected that ardor.

“There are a lot of bicycles in this community,” he said. “A race would invite people to Mt. Holly and let them see what we have to offer.”

Particulars of the plan Gregory presented would include a course laid out in one of several possible configurations, but all having a segment of Main St included. The proposed race could be held in spring or summer 2016 perhaps in conjunction with another event such as July 4 fireworks, Springfest, a car show, baseball tournament, or movie night.

There would be three races with three experience and expertise categories in each one.

The emphasis would be on keeping the race at an amateur level.

Instead of money, winners and placers would get a nice trophy or belt like prizefighters receive.

“A belt hanging on someone's wall would make it special,” Gregory said.

Registration would be in the $15-$30 range. Add $3.40 for rider insurance.

According to Gregory's spreadsheet, it would cost about $2,700 to stage the show with the trrophies/belts being the largest expense at around $600. Add a couple hundred dollars for port a johns.

Sponsorships would be actively sought including large businesses like CaroMont

The Mt. Holly city council heard a presentation last week that could open the door for a bike race through town in 2016 that would see riders speeding down Main St. like these did at Belmont's 2015 criterium event.

Photo by Alan Hodge and smaller ones. Any extra funds could go towards connecting bike and walking trails in Mt. Holly. Volunteers for the event would be needed as well.

Gregory's idea seemed well-received by the council. Mayor Bryan Hough mused that laying out the route could be tricky.

“It's a good proposal,” he said. “But there could be challenges with things like trying to

close a state highway.”

According to Gregory the plan is in the preliminary stages and work is still to be done regarding funding, scheduling, and course layout.

“Hopefully, we will know more next month,” he said.

Blues out Back Concert Series: Featuring- Pat "Mother Blues" Cohen & Band

The Belmont High School Class of 1955 held its 60th Reunion at the Golden Corral, Gastonia, on August 24th.The reunion was attended by approximately 60 people and guests. A great time was had by all as attendees exchanged "war stories" of days gone by and their high school years. A projector was used to show pictures of past reunions and to honor those that are no longer living. A special banner was donated by Bill Sherrill to honor the 60th. Reunion. Another reunion is being planned for next year.

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Forney family reunion set James S. Forney was a family man who had thirteen children; five girls and eight boys. He was married to Ella Williamson on May 8, 1897. His father’s name was Arthur Forney and mother was named Hattie Sarah Harris who lived in Lincoln County, Lincoln, North Carolina.

He was a hard working farmer and a brick-mason all of his life. The acres of land that he and his family resided on, continues from Belmont Abbey College to North Belmont and part of Mount Holly, North Carolina was sold to him by a white gentlemen he was working for. He was later self-employed and taught his sons how to lay bricks. James fought in World War I, one of the longest and bloodiest battles of the United States. He died at the age of 72 of a massive heart attack on December 14, 1948 three years after World War II. He was buried at O’Connor’s Grove A.M.E. Zion Church alongside his wife. On September 11-13, 2015, the Forney family will be celebrating their lives. The title is, “Building Our History One Brick at a Time”.

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Gaston County Museum will host the performance of Pat “Mother Blues” Cohen, as part of the 17th Annual “Blues out Back” free summer concert series.

This family friendly concert will take place on the lawn behind the museum Pat Cohen and is sponsored by Sun Drop. Date and time: Friday, September 4th from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

The museum encourages folks to bring along blankets, lawn chairs, and a picnic for an evening of great music with friends and family.

For years, Pat sang in New Orleans six nights a week, performing at a wide array of venues including the House of Blues, until Hurricane Katrina destroyed her home. Pat found herself, like many fellow New Orleans performers, homeless and adrift.

She ultimately relocated to her home state of North Carolina and began to rebuild her life. Soon others started to take notice of her incredible talent. Recently, Pat began touring with the Music Maker Blues Revue. During her performances, “Mother Blues” unfurls the tapestry of her life experiences to her audience in soulful words and music. She shares the mettle, pathos and ocean-deep compassion of the famous female blues singers she idolizes- women like Billie Holiday, Koko Taylor and Etta James. Please join us on this 10th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina’s devastation and witness the heart of the Crescent City performed by one of the most memorable individuals you will ever encounter.

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DSBG September classes for Southern Arts Society adults, youth and families presents Blue Ridge Realists Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden’s educational programs for a variety of ages continue throughout the month of September, featuring Mommy (or Daddy) and Me Mondays in Lost Hollow, the children’s garden. Other classes include yoga, photography, horticulture topics, birds and more.

Upcoming classes in September include: Saturday Morning Yoga in the Garden- Sept. 5, 12, 19 & 26; 9:30 – 10:30 a.m., instructed by Rasheedah Hasan of Raha and Friends Yoga, Certified Yoga Instructor. Reduce stress, strengthen, relax, and enjoy the balance yoga can bring to your life in our beautiful Garden setting.

Learn how to connect breathing to yoga postures and proper alignment for your body. This class is suited for both beginners and intermediate students. Please bring your own yoga mat. This class is $40 for five classes or $12 per class and Garden members receive a 15% discount.

Register online at www.dsbg.org.

Horticultural Highlight WalkSept. 5 & 19; 1 p.m. Join professional horticulture staff as they take you on a custom tour of the Garden. Guides will highlight what’s in bloom, seasonally relevant gardening tips and behind-the-scenes details. Free with Garden admission.

Mommy (or Daddy) and Me Mondays- Sept. 7, 14, 21 & 28; 10 – 11 a.m. Bring your child (up to age 5) to explore nature in a safe, nurturing environment. Activities

may include stories, songs, planting seeds, crafts and playtime in Lost Hollow. This program is $10 per family and Garden members receive a 15% discount. Register online at www.dsbg.org.

Birding Walk- Sept. 8; 9 – 10 a.m. Stroll through the Garden’s Meadowood Walk and Persimmon Trail to scout for seasonal birds, observe nesting patterns and establish a basis for bird counts with Garden birding volunteers. Bring binoculars if you have a pair. Some previous walks have documented as many as 24 different species of bird. Free with Garden admission.

Digital SLR II: Metering- Sept.

13; 1:30 - 4 p.m. instructed by Dave Kelly, owner DEK Photography Take lighting a step further as you learn how to get correct light quality to reach the camera’s sensor.

This class presents both incident and reflective light metering, and you will see first-hand how to meter a subject to bring out the brightness and vibrant color in the image. This class is $46 (Garden members receive a 15% off discount). Register online at www.dsbg.org.

Seed Collection WorkshopSept. 19; 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. Early fall is a great time to propagate your favorite summer flowers by collecting and spreading seeds of the plants you enjoy most. Join the horticulture staff on a guided tour of our perennial gardens to seek and collect seeds from the Garden’s best summer performers. A classroom

presentation will focus on seed Southern Arts Society is proud came before them. The first generapreparation and tips for successful to present graphic art from members tion of Blue Ridge Realists were ingermination. Great for kids, too! of the Blue Ridge Realists of North fluenced by the modern twentieth This class is $25 (Garden members Carolina. This exhibit is comprised century realist Andrew Wyeth. Many receive a 15% off discount). Regis- mainly of artwork or media on paper artists in the second generation were – paintings; drawings, original prints drawn to the American tonalist, imter online at www.dsbg.org.

Orchid Workshop: Orchids 101- (lithographs, etchings, etc.); giclee’s pressionist, and modern regionalist Sept. 20; 1 - 3 p.m. Instructor: Joe and includes photography. The art- schools. Such important precursors Dorrian, DSBG Orchid Specialist. ists featured in this exhibit are Bob allowed these postmodern realists to Learn how to succeed with grow- Timberlake, Ward Nichols, Hal Bry- create their own individual style. ant, Cotton Ketchie, Jack Greenfield, Joining other schools of regionaling orchids at home. Conservatory Philip Philbeck, William Mangum, staff will introduce orchid basics, John Furches, Gary Freeman, Scott ism in American art history, the Blue Ridge Realists are now entering their including popular orchid species Boyle, and Frederick Craig Franz. fifth decade and the artists continue to and the growth conditions they In 1968, an artistic movement need to thrive in home collections, developed in western North Caro- live and work in western North Carolina. There they paint its mountains as well as perform a re-potting lina based on rural realism, inspired and piedmont region for all to enjoy. demonstration. Participants are by man and his connection to the A public reception will be held encouraged to bring in plants from regional landscape. Cofounders of Saturday September 19 from 6-8 pm. their personal collections for re- the movement, Bob Timberlake and Many of the artists will be on hand view and discussion. This class is Ward Nichols, along with Hal Bryant, to meet the public and discuss their $25 (Garden members receive a Cotton Ketchie, and Jack Greenfield, work. The exhibit runs September 1 make up its first generation of artists.

15% off discount). Register online The second generation of artists are through September 25. at www.dsbg.org.

“Graphic Art of the Blue Ridge Philip Philbeck, William Mangum, Digital SLR III: Composition- John Furches, Gary Freeman, Richard Realists” is sponsored by SouthSept. 27; 1:30 - 4 p.m. instructed by Oversmith, Scott Boyle, and Freder- ern Arts Society located in the old Dave Kelly, owner DEK Photogra- ick Craig Franz. This group of twelve Southern Railway train depot, 301 phy. Use the elements of composi- represents the school of artists known N. Piedmont Ave., Kings Mountain, NC. Gallery and gift shop hours are tion to direct the eye to elements as the “Blue Ridge Realists.”

Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to Most of these artists did not conof the image you want the viewer 4 p.m. Admission is free. For more insider themselves creators of a moveto see. Learn composition skills ment, but were inspired by the art that formation call 704-739-5585. needed to create balance and harmony for a beautiful result. This WE WELCOME YOUR COMMENTS class is $46 (Garden members receive a 15% off discount). Register online at www.dsbg.org.

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Thursday, September 3, 2015

Obituaries

Janice Etheleen Campbell Cloninger Gastonia- Janice Etheleen Campbell Cloninger, 80, went to her heavenly home on Thursday, August 27. She was born April 20, 1935 at 38 Mutual Mill Village to the late Ethel Mae Myers Campbell and Glenn J. Campbell.

She graduated from Myrtle School as Valedictorian and from Gastonia High School Class of 1953. She graduated in 1957 from Furman University.

Janice was preceded in death by her husband of 39 ½ years, Jerry L. Cloninger, Sr. He served faithfully with her at church with all the

family throughout their married life.

Janice loved her church family, the B.V.’s and Martha Goebel Club for the visually impaired.

Janice began playing piano at church at eight years old and continued to her 80th year. She has played for countless weddings and funerals over the years as well as other celebrations.

Her greatest delight and love are her family. They include Rev. Dr. Jerry L. Cloninger, Jr. and wife DeAnna with daughters, Emma, Mackenzie, and Sarah; Jody and wife Jeannie Cloninger with Olivia and Levi; and daughters, Jeanie and Janie Cloninger. Thanks to Jeanie and Janie for all their care for 16 years.

Other survivors include sisters, Artricia Gordon of Bridgwater, CT, Betty McDavid and husband Bruce of Gastonia, Katherine Leming and husband Larry of Gastonia; special sisters,

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The family received friends Sunday, August 30 from 2:00 until 4:00 pm at McLean Funeral Directors of Gastonia.

Mrs. Cloninger lay in state at McLean Funeral Directors of Gastonia two hours prior to the service, which was held at 2:00 pm, Monday, August 31 in the Founders Chapel, McLean Funeral Directors of Gastonia.

Interment followed the service at Gaston Memorial Park.

Condolences may be sent to www.mcleanfuneral.com.

McLean Funeral Directors of Gastonia is serving the family of Mrs. Cloninger.

W. Edward Cauthen

tion to his parents, Mr. Cauthen was preceded in death by his wife, Nancy Waters Cauthen; and two brothers, Ernest and George Cauthen.

He is survived by three children, Ed Cauthen, Jr. and wife Dorothy of Huntersville, Bob Cauthen and wife Abby of Belmont, and Tim Cauthen and wife Vicki of Mount Holly; a brother, Tom Cauthen of Mount Holly; six grandchildren, Amanda, Sara, Cori, John, Ally and Nicole; and special friends, Kevin and Tracy Walls and Gaston County Wildlife Club families.

A service to celebrate the life of Mr. Cauthen was held at 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 1, 2015 at the Woodlawn Chapel of Woodlawn

BELMONT- W. Edward Cauthen, 81, of 3157 South Point Road, passed away on Saturday, August 29, 2015. He was born in Gaston County, son of the late Jones and Gladys Bowers Cauthen. Mr. Cauthen was a graduate of Mount Holly High School and retired from American Chicle a division of Warner Lambert & Pfizer.

He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Mount Holly and a member of Mount Holly Masonic Lodge 544 where he was a 50 year Past Master. He Hood Memorial AME Zion Church, 215 Sacco St., Belwas a life endowed member of the Oasis Temple of the Shrine mont, will be having its 66th annual Homecoming and Reand a member of the Scottish vival event Sept. 6, and 8-10.

The Homecoming/Church Anniversary will be Sept. 6 at and York Rite Bodies. In addi3pm. with speaker Rev. D. Scott Cunningham, Pastor of China Grove AME Zion Church. He will be joined by his choir and Creating Memories With Dignity & Respect members.

Fall Revival will start Sept. 8 at 7pm. Guest Evangelist will be Rev. Ellison Bowman, Pastor of Myers Tabernacle AME Zion Church, Charlotte. Sept. 9 at 7pm will be Guest Evangelist Rev. Dr. Michael E. McLean, Pastor, East Stonewall AME Zion, Charlotte. Sept. 10 at 7pm will be Guest Evangelist Rev. Funeral & Cremation J. Martin Bouler, Pastor, David Stand AME Zion Church, Lancaster, SC. SERVICE In addition, choirs from neighboring churches have been 101 Oak Grove St. • Mt. Holly, NC 28120 invited and others are welcome to take part.

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Church Service Directory BELMONT Alexander Memorial Baptist Church 208 South Main Street 704-825-3216 Brotherhood/Sisterhood Wncc.

120 Park Street 704-825-1333 Catawba Heights Baptist Church 311 Belmont Avenue 704-827-8474 Crossroads Wesleyan Church 101 Beaty Rd., Belmont 704-827-8381 Centerview Baptist Church 2300 Acme Road 704-827-2061 East Belmont Baptist Church 501 Catawba Street 704-825-5780 East Belmont Church Of God 320 E. Catawba Street 704- 825-8845 East Belmont Free Will Baptist 909 Edgemont Ave 704-825-5346 East Belmont Presbyterian Church 901 Catawba Street 704-825-8822 Ebenezer United Methodist Church 120 Belmont-Mt. Holly Road 704-827-3366 First Baptist Church 23 N. Central Avenue 704-825-3758 First Foursquare Gospel Church 8 Elizabeth Street 704-825-5811 First Presbyterian Church 102 S. Central Ave 704-825-3357 First Presbyterian-Belmont 112 S. Central Ave 704-829-0668

Funeral Home, Mount Holly with Rev. Dr. Robert Winecoff officiating. Burial followed, with Masonic Rites, at Hillcrest Gardens Cemetery.

The family received friends on Tuesday from 1:00 until 3:00 p.m. at the funeral home.

Memorials may be made to the Shriner’s Children’s Hospitals, c/o Oasis Shriners, 604 Doug Mayes Pl., Charlotte, NC 28262 or First Baptist Church of Mount Holly (Building Fund), 300 South Main Street, Mount Holly, NC 28120. Condolence messages may be sent to the family by visiting www.woodlawnfuneral.org.

Woodlawn Funeral Home of Mount Holly is serving the family.

First United Methodist Church of Belmont 807 South Point Road 704-825-2106 The Pointe 6700 Wilkinson Blvd 704-825-1709 Fresh Anointing Church of God 71 McAdenville Road 704-825-7283 Friendship Baptist Church 5008 S. New Hope Rd 704-825-3276

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Mount Moriah Baptist Church 110 Lincoln St. 704-825-2046 Mount Pleasant Missionary Baptist 212 South Street 704-825-7269 New Hope Presbyterian Church 4357 S. New Hope Rd., Gastonia 704-824-1697 New Life Baptist Church 201 Oak Trail 704-822-6195

Queen Of The Apostles Catholic Church 503 N. Main Street 704-825-9600

St. Marks United Methodist Church 701 Secrest Ave. 704-825-8175

North Belmont Church of God 2316 Acme Rd. 704-827-4092

South Point Baptist Church 124 Horsley Ave.

Stowe Memorial Baptist Church 26 Kee Rd. 704-825-5987

O’Conner Grove Church Ame Zion 613 N. Main Street 704-825-5576

South Point Freewill Baptist 297 Gaither Rd. 704-825-8045

Unity Baptist Church 1005 Catawba St. 704-825-8730

Grace Korean Chr. Assembly-God 124 Georgia Belle Ave 704-829-1091

Park Street United Methodist 120 Park Street 704-825-8480

South Point United Methodist 510 Southpoint Church Rd. 704-825-4019

Upper Room United Pentecostal 1405 Armstrong Ford Rd. 704-825-0604

Grace Wesleyan Church 6014 S. New Hope Rd 704-825-7959

Power of the Spirit Church 118 School Street 704-827-7071

Springwood Freewill Baptist 220 Park Terrace Dr. 704-827-7801

Will of God Church 513 Woodlawn Ave. 704-827-5185

Full Gospel Church 106 School St 704-827-9621 Gaston Christian Church 5339 S. New Hope Rd 704-825-8252 Goshen Presbyterian Church Roper Street 704-827-6280

Henry’s Chapel Ame Zion Church 151 Henry Chapel Rd 704-825-0711 Holy Comforter Lutheran Church 216 N. Main St. 704-825-2483

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Houser arrested on numerous charges Police reach out to citizens with community meetings A Stanley man is facing a number of charges after allegedly threatened with a knife during the incident. he allegedly lured his ex-girlfriend into Houser drove back to the entrance of his vehicle and assaulted her.

Clintwood Road where the victim was On August 24, 2015 Gregory Clifable to exit the vehicle and run home to ford Houser, 24, of 2403 Clemson call for help. Deputies were unable to Lane, Stanley went to the Clintwood locate Houser and EMS was dispatched Drive, Stanley address of Keri Yvonne to the scene to evaluate Shaul. She Shaul, 20 , to allegedly visit a six refused transportation to the hospital month old child the two people had but later went to the hospital by private together. owned vehicle to be checked out.

According to police, after several Houser was later arrested on one minutes Houser convinced Shaul to count of felony second degree kidnapride with him to a nearby convenience ping, and one misdemeanor count each store to get cigarettes. The victim told of Assault on a Female, Assault with a deputies that Houser threatened her as Deadly Weapon Inflicting Serious Inthey drove away from the residence. jury, Communicating Threats and AsShe said Houser assaulted her with Gregory Clifford Houser sault Inflicting Serious Injury. He was his hands as they traveled over several jailed under a $75,000 secured bond. county roads near her home but did not stop when they Shaul also secured a 50-B Domestic Violence Protecpassed the convenience store. The victim was also tion Order.

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Several dozen citizens showed up at Park St. UMC in Belmont last Thursday night to hear what county law enforcement leaders had to say about the current state and nature of policing.

Lawmen at the forum included Belmont interim Chief Basil Marett, Mt. Holly Chief Don Roper, Gastonia Chief Robert Helton, Cherryville Chief Chad Hawkins, Gaston County Assistant Chief Joseph Ramey, and Gaston Sheriff Alan Cloninger.

Each speaker gave a presentation on a different aspect of the law enforcement realm.

Topics included internal affairs and complaint procedures, training and community Belmont's Interim Police relations, body worn camera implementation, Chief Basil Marett helped orpolice use of force and procedures, citizen ganize and emceed the comreview boards, personnel files, munity police meeting last and state laws governing their week. release.

Photo by Alan Hodge The crowd was receptive and attentive during the talks and later asked questions.

“It's very exciting to know we have people who support our police departments,” Marett said.

Roper was also pleased at the turnout.

'This meeting is community policing in action,” he said. “All of us are stakeholders in Gaston County.”

Belmont Mayor Charlie Martin was also on hand.

“Without the police we would have chaos,” he said.

The Belmont meeting was a success and built on the momentum generated by a similar one in Mt. Holly that drew over 70 citizens. More meetings will likely be held in other Gaston towns in the near future but an exact schedule has not been decided on yet.

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Thursday, September 3, 2015

Will you take my dog or cat?

By Joann Hager

Tri-County Animal Rescue Pets of Week This week Tri-County Animal Rescue has two beautiful pups as Pet of the Week. They are Jasmine and Sebastian.

They are long haired Dachshund mix and they are 12 weeks old. These pups are very active and love to play. They have little short legs which will make you laugh watching them run (and trip). They get along well with other dogs and are super sweet. They will not require a lot of maintenance. A good bath and brushing is all that is required to keep them shiny and clean. They have had two distemper/parvo vaccines, micro-chipped, have 30 days of free pet insurance and have been de-wormed several times. They come with a certificate that covers the spay/neuter and rabies vaccine. These babies and many more pets will be available this weekend at the Gastonia PetSmart located at 3698 East Franklin Boulevard on Friday 6-9 pm, Saturday noon to 6 pm and Sunday 2-5 pm. Tri-County also has several adult cats that need a home.

They are waiting patiently at PetSmart for someone to adopt

them. Please come see the older cats that are so deserving of a family and a permanent home.

Tri-County Animal Rescue is a non-profit organization serving Lincoln, Gaston and other surrounding counties.

It iscommitted to ending pet homelessness in this area and needs your continued support. If you cannot adopt a pet, then support Tri-County in other ways. They volunteers and donations to continue our mission of finding homes for these unwanted animals. Please help Tri-County Animal Rescue continue to save pets by adopting your next pet this weekend? The “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 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

New business coming to Lowell International Express Trucking, Inc. has purchased the former Wagner Knitting Building, a 77,000 square foot facility located at 141 Robins Street in Lowell, NC. Warehouse and distribution operations will be housed in this location. Inter-national Express Trucking, Inc. has multiple locations in Charlotte and Atlanta.

“We feel very fortunate to be a part of the great things happening in Gaston County. We knew we were in the right place by the warm welcome we received from the City of Lowell and the Gaston County EDC. Having Gaston County roots had a lot to do with our decision to move here, but the hospitality we received, sealed the deal,” said Mr. Howard Shope, President and CEO of International Express Trucking, Inc. International Express Trucking, Inc. specializes in the movement, warehousing and distribution of international and domestic cargo. Established in 2001, International Express offers warehouse services, along with local cartage. Serving as an AMS/ACE accessible warehouse for US customs,

International Express is also a container freight station offering airport to airport line haul, break-bulk services, shipment consolidation services, and they are a certified cargo screening facility.

Mr. Tracy Philbeck, Chairman of the Gaston County Board of Commissioners said; “We are excited to welcome International Express Trucking, Inc. to Gaston County.” He further stated, “They are a great firm which will fit very nicely into Gaston County’s growing corporate community.”

Chairman Philbeck added, “Gaston County constantly strives to provide an outstanding business environment for all of our corporate citizens. Thank you very much for choosing to locate your newest facility in the City of Lowell and Gaston County.”

Lowell Mayor Larry Simonds stated; “I want to thank Mr. Howard Shope and International Express Trucking, Inc. for choosing to set up their newest warehouse and distribution operations in Lowell. This announcement is great news for the City

of Lowell. I International Express Trucking, Inc. is a wonderful addition to our growing City. ” “It is always gratifying when an industry chooses to locate in Gaston County. I am most appreciative of Mr. Shope and International Express Trucking, Inc. for electing to locate their expanded operation in Lowell.

As the Chairman of the Gaston County EDC, I want to thank Mr. Shope for his confidence and commitment to Gaston County. I also want to express my thanks to Donny Hicks and his staff for their work on this project,” Said Mr. Fred Jackson, Chairman of the Gaston County Economic Development Commission.

International Express Trucking, Inc. wishes to thank John Barker Realty, Duke Energy, the City of Lowell, Gaston County and the Gaston County EDC for their assistance in this expansion project.

141 Robins Street in Lowell, NC property has been purchased by International Express Trucking, Inc.

The most common phrase heard in pet rescue is "I need you to take my dog/cat, please."

Pet Rescue work is both rewarding and heartbreaking. I have been in “rescue” since 1996 and I am amazed at the misconception the public has about how “rescue” works.

I answer the phone for Tri-County Animal Rescue (TCAR) and the volume of calls wanting to surrender a dog and/or cat is overwhelming. There are far more calls wanting to surrender a pet than calls wanting to adopt a pet. A rescue (any rescue) has limited resources and foster homes. TCAR cannot accommodate every pet that is in need. I wish we could but there is just not enough foster homes. There is a great shortage of qualified people willing to volunteer as a foster home. This is probably the most limiting factor rescues deal with.

Rescues are normally non-profit organizations dependent upon donations to stay in business. No money, no pets! They do not charge a surrender fee. Many people want to surrender dogs/ cats that need medical attention, vaccinations, and spay/neutering. A common statement from someone wanting to surrender a dog might be . . . "He is a great dog and will make someone (else) a wonderful pet. But like all dogs he has a few problems . . . " Then they go on to list destructive and/or aggressive behavior issues that would keep this dog from being adopted by anyone.

Rescues offer re-homing services. If a dog's or cat’s health or behavior would keep it from being re-homed, then it is likely the rescue will not accept him. If the rescue accepts the pet, then they are assuming the cost and responsibility for having him for the rest of his life. Unfortunately, that is what a lot of people are looking for when they call a rescue. People will try a rescue first before taking the pet to the county shelters to avoid feeling guilty.

If a rescue refuses to adopt a pet to you, they will tell you the reasons why you cannot adopt one of their pets. Every rescue has a set of adoption guidelines. These guidelines vary from group to group so one rescue may refuse to adopt a pet to you and another may allow you to adopt. Every rescue wants their pets to go to a good home for life. They are trying to place the pet in the most appropriate forever home.

How can rescues have waiting lists for pets if there are more pets than there are homes? It is not that there are more pets than there are homes; it is that there are more homes wanting the perfect dog/cat than there are perfect dogs/cats. There is no such thing as a perfect pet. There are many good hearted people desperately want to help by rescuing a dog as long as the dog is housetrained, obedience trained, doesn't chase cats, will get along with their other dogs and has been certified to be in good health. No problem, we will put you on the waiting list! Also, some rescues do not work on a first come, first serve basis. They will adopt a pet out to the best home possible, not always the first person interested in adopting.

I keep getting turned down for a dog because I have small children. Why? Because a dog is an animal and they can jump, scratch and bite! Rescuers are trying to right a wrong that has already been done to that pet, not cause another one. It is not unusual for children to do silly things like run, tease, poke, kick or fall on a dog thereby causing the dog to defend itself. The rescue will try to match up the most appropriate pet with the family.

A rescue refused to take my dogs and cats. Isn't it the law that they have to accept them? NO! Pets are considered personal property and the law says you are the only one responsible for maintaining and caring for your animal. The county run shelters are required to take animals but rescues can just say no.

Why do rescues charge adoption fees, some of them are several hundred dollars? Don't they just want the pet to get a good home? This question partially answers itself. Yes, they just want the pet to get a GOOD home that includes a household that can afford the cost of taking care of them. If you cannot afford an adoption fee, then you probably cannot afford veterinary care, accessories, training and good food. The willingness to pay a fee shows your willingness to accept financial responsibility for the pet. It is expensive to rescue animals. The adoption or recovery fee charged by a rescue covers the cost of spay/neuter, rabies vaccines, distemper/parvo vaccines, de-worming, dentals, grooming, etc. One veterinary bill can easily exceed $500.

Please don’t call a rescue when you see animal abuse/neglect.

Report this to the county run shelters. They are the only people that have the authority to enter private property and inspect the animal conditions. Rescue volunteers are volunteers and can be arrested for taking someone’s pet off their property. Call the county shelter and report abuse/neglect.

Again, there are two types of animal shelters: 1) Private, usually non-profit organizations and 2) public tax funded facilities like animal care and control departments. The biggest difference between these two types of shelters is how they are funded. Private shelters are run on donations and County shelters are funded by our tax dollars.

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

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

Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 825-8777 Cafe Internet 508 Beaty Rd. Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 820-8040 Captain’s Cap 670 Park St. Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 825-4103 Caravan Coffee & Dessert Bar 11 S. Main St. Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 829-7711 Catfish Cove 1401 Armstrong Ford Rd. Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 825-3332 Cherubs Cafe 23 N. Main St. Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 825-0414 Chick-Fil-A 801 Park St. Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 825-8600 Cowboys BS 1420 Perfection Ave. Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 820-8653 Dairy Queen 7015 W. Wilkinson Blvd.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Sake Express 675 Park St. Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 461-0400

H&M Deli and Market 1019 Wilkerson Blvd.

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

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

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

Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 825-4339 Peace-N-Hominy Q Shack 403 E. Catawba St. • Ste 200 Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 464-7647 Peet’s Coffee & Tea 701 Hawley Ave. Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 825-8885 Pizza Hut 685 Park St. Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 825-7335

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

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

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

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

Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 825-2108 Waffle House 603 Park St. Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 825-2177 Wendy’s 660 Park St. Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 825-3286 White Restaurant 417 Catawba St. Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 825-3886

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Meditations

Thursday, September 3, 2015

Searching for the perfect church

At the artist’s reception in front of three “Bridges” exhibition paintings are artist Marcee Musgrove (center) with Gaston Arts Council Executive Director Kim George (left) and Montcross Area Chamber Board Chair Melia Lyerly of Lyerly Agency.

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Chamber exhibit “bridges” business and the arts The first art exhibition in the Montcross Area Chamber offices opened with a reception for artist Marcee Musgrove on Aug. 26, 2015. "Bridges" is the title of the exhibit, which will hang through November 18.

The theme comes from one of ways the Chamber describes its mission to "build bridges connecting people, businesses and communities." Gaston Arts Council Executive Director Kim George coordinated the exhibit, and Clearbrook Advisory Services sponsored the opening reception.

Marcee Musgrove is the owner of White Lotus Arts, located in Arts on Main at 212 W. Main Ave. in Gastonia. Mrs. Musgrove created 22 paintings especially for the Chamber exhibition. All are available to purchase and can be seen Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., in the Chamber office, located in the Stowe Building, 100 N. Main St., Belmont, NC 28012. For more on the art of Marcee Musgrove, call 803.448.7987, or visit www.whitelotusarts.com.

I am in search of the elusive perfect church. Have you encountered such a congregation? Several years ago I met a young family who was settling into their fifth congregation. I inquired into their criteria for finding a permanent place to worship. I listened to a litany of excuses and complaints as to why they left their previous churches.

Well, I have never been one to mince words. I asked the parents, “At what point will you not realize you are the common denominator.”

We often think the grass is greener on the other side till we venture over to see they too have brown patches. Eugene Peterson writes: Rev. Angela Pleasants “When Christian believers gather in churches, everything that can First United go wrong sooner or later does. Just as the hospital collects the sick Methodist Church, under one roof and labels them as such, the church collects sinners.

So Christian churches are not as a rule, model communities of good Mount Holly behavior. They are, rather, places where human misbehavior is brought out in the open, faced and dealt with.” (Eugene Peterson, Prologue to James, Message). Maybe it’s not the church that needs to change but our heart. Dr. Win Arn, a church growth consultant, surveyed thousands of Americans. In the survey, he asked why the church exists. Eighty-nine percent said the church’s purpose is to take care of their family and my needs. The role of the pastor is to keep the sheep happy. Only 11% said to win the world for Jesus Christ. We wonder why there is a lack of commitment in our congregations. When we join a local congregation, we promise to commit to prayer, presence, gifts, service and witness. We say the words but neglect the commitment. Scriptures teach us a valuable lesson on the purpose of the church. “That you may with one mind and one mouth glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ.” Romans 15:6. Instead of looking for a church to serve our needs once we find a place of worship ask how can I serve and glorify God in the local body. If you are still looking for the perfect church, listen to these words. “And he showed me a pure river of water of life, clear as crystal, proceeding from the throne of God and of the Lamb. In the middle of its street, and on either side of the river, was the tree of life, which bore twelve fruits, each tree yielding its fruit every month. The leaves of the tree were for the healing of the nations. And there shall be no more curse, but the throne of God and of the Lamb shall be in it, and His servants shall serve Him.” Revelations 22:1-3 NKJV. Until all things are restored, and we celebrate a new heaven and earth seek to encourage each other and serve God as we see the day approaching.

Spooktacular just around the corner

By Amy Wadsworth

Public Information Coordinator Partnership for Children of Lincoln & Gaston Counties publicinfo@pfclg.com

Congressional Medal of Honor winner Michael J. Fitzmaurice, 65, of Hartford, S.D., appeared at the American Legion World Series as part of the American Legion’s recognition of war veterans at Keeter Stadium, the home of the World Series. Fitzmaurice stands in between Legionnaire and Cherryville Rotarian Leon Jackson and Dale Punch, who has known Fitzmaurice a number of years and helped get him to appear at the ALWS. A young Fitzmaurice joined the U.S. Army right out of high school in October of 1969, finished his training, and was sent to Vietnam in July 1970. It was while serving with D-Troop, 2nd Squadron, 17th Cav., 101st Airborne, he fell onto an enemy grenade during action on March 23, 1971 at Khe Sanh, Rep. of Vietnam. Fitzmaurice said he was wearing his flak jacket and attributes the Lord and it for saving his life as well as the lives of his four buddies, along with the lives of the others in the battle who were alerted to the enemy being so near. His tour of duty was ended April 8, 1971, though he did serve later on, after his 1972 discharge, in the Army and Air Force National Guard, where he was again discharged in 1992. He retired as a plumber from the Sioux Falls VA Center, in that city. He is married to his wife Patty and they have two sons.

In addition to his Congressional Medal of Honor, he received the Purple Heart, the Vietnam Service Medal w/Bronze Service Star, the Vietnam Campaign Medal, his Combat Infantryman Badge, the L O/S Bar National Defense Service Medal, and the Expert Badge w/60 device w/ rifle bars – M-14 and M-16. (photo by MEP/The Eagle)

Fall is in the air. Soon the leaves will be changing colors. Turkey and stuffing will be in the oven. Hot chocolate will be an evening treat. Pumpkins will be carved after a day of picking out the perfect one at the pumpkin patch.

It is also time for Spooktacular, our big event at WoodMill Festival Grounds. This is our 7th year of the Family Spooktacular!

This annual event attracts people from many counties. Children come dressed in costumes, while families enjoy a free hotdog lunch and a walk on the fitness trail.

For many families this has become a tradition.

People have the date on their calendar and wait for it all year. Children enjoy the trunk or treats and dancing to the great music that our DJ provides. It is a day of fun for our local families so we hope you will join us! While you are there, you can also learn about the programs that Smart Start provides.

This year it is on Halloween day, Oct. 31 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the WoodMill Festival Grounds in Vale. We have moved up the time to get you there earlier and home in time for your other fall festival events.

We hope to see you at the Spooktacular!

Other Events for the Partnership: Come see us at our booths at the Apple Festival, Saturday, September 19, 2015, Downtown Lincolnton; Cotton Ginning Days, Saturday, October 10, 2015, Dallas Want to learn more about the Partnership for Children of Lincoln & Gaston Counties?

The Partnership for Children of Lincoln & Gaston Counties is your local Smart Start agency. You can reach us at 704-922-0900 or visit us online at www.pfclg.com. Our vision is a community where young children will reach their health and educational potential.

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This ‘fish eye’ view shows the new stadium at Mt. Island Charter School.

Photos by Mike Strauss

Raptor Justin Pendergass is seen making a 53yd score for the first TD in MICS’s new stadium.

MICS came up short against Bessemer City 28-7.

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Strong second half pushes South Point past Lincolnton 42-20

By JohnWilson john.bannernews@gmail.com Last week the South Point Red Raiders lost a tough opener to Crest 31-13. But the Red Raiders had no time to dwell on that loss. They had to regroup. The Red Raiders were on the road again for week two, this time traveling to Lincolnton to take on the 1-0 Wolves. Things started out slow for the Red Raiders but in the end South Point dominated coming away with a 42-20 win.

In early first half action the game looked like it was going to be a very close contest. Lincolnton played well.

The Wolves put up 20 first half points.

But South Point had no desire to lose game #2.

South Point quarterback Diontrea King had a 17 yard 1st quarter score and fullback Ryland Etherton followed up with a 39 yard 2nd quarter score to help South Point keep pace. Both teams broke at the half with Lincolnton up 20-14.

During the halftime break, the Red Raiders did what they do best. They reviewed what

the opposing team was executing and made the needed adjustments. In the second half South Point unleashed an offensive and defensive fury.

The South Point offense ran the ball down Lincolnton’s throat. South Point quarterback Diontrea King only put the ball in the air three times- all incomplete passes.

King and the South Point Redbone didn’t have to pass against the Wolves. South Point went old school. They showed they could once again hurt a team playing smash mouth football. All of South Point’s 333 yards of offense came on the ground.

In the second half the Red Raiders did all the scoring. In the 3rd quarter Nolan Wilson and Etherton scored for Big Red. Etherton would end the day with a 6.7 yard per carry average. Etherton carried the ball 23 times for 155 yards.

He scored three times.

Etherton and King again teamed up to score in 4th South Point’s #12 Scottie Lee hands off to #20 John Deason. The Raiders JV team came up short in a 36 to 29 contest against quarter action to finish up the Lincolnton Wolves Junior Varsity.

Lincolnton.

South Point’s second lead- off of 16 carries. King scored ing rusher was King. The rushing TD’s in the 1st and shifty QB ran for 109 yards 4th quarters.

Diontre King weaves his way through the Lincolnton defense for a first down.

The South Point defense stifles Lincolnton full back #22 Tarus Dameron

In the second half the South Point defense wore the Lincolnton offense down.

Tyler Hall ended the games at the top tackler for South Point with eight stops. Nick Farmer and Nick Muse both had six tackles. Muse also pulled down an interception as well.

South Point will come home this week for their first home game match up. The Red Raiders will go up against the Shelby Golden Lions. Shelby will roll into Lineberger Stadium boasting a 2-0 record with wins over Charlotte Freedom and Asheville AC Reynolds.

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South Point 42 Lincolnton 20 1 2 3 4 FINAL Red South Point Varsity Cheerleaders lead the cheers to victory over Lincolnton. The Red Raiders Raiders 7 7 14 14 42 won the game by a score of 42 to 20.

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Mountaineers outgun Warriors

By Gary Stewart The spread offense craze that hit high school football several years ago was designed to get the ball in the hands of “skill” players and make the opposing defense have to cover the entire playing field.

Kings Mountain and East Gaston ran their spreads so effectively Friday night at Mount Holly’s Arrowhead Stadium, the defenses just could not keep pace with the quick backs and receivers.

The teams put 103 points on the scoreboard and accumulated 1,030 yards of total offense, with the visiting Mountaineers coming out on top 61-42.

The Mountaineers scored on 9 of their 11 possessions – one other was stopped at the East Gaston four yard line on a fumble – and put up their fourth highest point total since the school began playing football in 1922.

In addition, junior quarterback Darrin Burns, who connected on 17 of his 21 pass attempts, broke the school record for most passing yards in a single game (357) and tied the record for most touchdown passes in a single game (5). Cameron Harris threw for 344 yards and five touchdowns in a 2011 playoff game against Asheville Erwin at Gamble Stadium.

There was no clue of what was to come when Kings Mountain’s defense held the Warriors to three and out on the game’s opening possession.

It took little time for the Mountaineers to show their offensive strength as they

took over after a punt on their own 37 and scored in nine plays on a two-yard touchdown run by J’Air McCluney, who would finish with 158 yards rushing and two touchdowns.

East Gaston answered with a six play, 68-yard drive that ended with Nick Ferens scoring from five yards out, but the Warriors failed on a two-point conversion try, leaving KM up 7-6.

Kavin Mosely returned the ensuing kickoff 80 yards to the Warrior eight, but the Mountaineers committed their only turnover two plays later. The host team drove 96 yards to score on Adams’ 34-yard pass to Ferens and go up 13-7 as the first quarter ended.

The air show was on after that, with KM scoring on its next six possessions to take a 42-20 lead. The Mountaineers punted for their only time on their second possession of the second half, but scored on their final three possessions to stay at least three touchdowns ahead the rest of the way.

Kings Mountain ran for 226 yards. Burns’ five TD passes went to Mosely (2), Jake Merchant (2) and Chance Fredrick (1).

East Gaston rolled up 447 yards of offense with a strong running attack featuring quarterback Alex Adams and fullback Tyler Spurling, and an excellent passing game featuring Adams to Ferens.

Spurling gained 162 yards rushing and Ferens, listed on the EG roster as an “athlete,” which he proved to be, caught seven passes for 155 yards and three touchdowns.

Malik Davis #3 was moving fast trying to outrun the Kings Mountain defense to the end-zone on this play.

Kings Mtn.’s Jake Merchant #15 is seen getting tackled by East Gaston’s Nick Ferens #5 and Chaz Johnson #40.

Warriors’ Tyler Spurling #34 being chased by Mountaineer defenders. Kings Mtn. Won the high scoring contest 61-42.

Photos by Jim Abernethy

Warrior fan Logan Mcquirt was showing her school spirit on neon night.

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Schools in Gaston County have a successful opening day Students and teachers were excited for learning to begin as Monday, August 24 marked the first day of the 2015-2016 academic year in Gaston County Schools. Schools reported a successful first day as students returned to their school routine and teaching and learning got underway.

It was a brand new start for approximately 2,400 kindergarteners, 50 first-year teachers and 13 schools with new principals.

Geneaology class set Learn to trace your ancestry and your family’s history with the Genealogy class offered by the Gaston College Continuing Education Department. This class will prepare you to do research, will teach you how to survey and evaluate different types of records, and will assist with organizing the materials you collect.

The class will be taught by Robert Carpenter, the author of “Carpenters A Plenty,” a history of the Carpenter families of Lincoln and Gaston counties, and other related genealogical articles. Carpenter serves on the boards of several historical and genealogical societies and commissions.

The Genealogy class meets on Thursdays from September 17 through November 11, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Dalpiaz Student Success Center on the Gaston College Dallas Campus.

The fee for the 20-hour class is $52.00.

To register online for the Genealogy class, click on WebAdvisor at www.gaston.edu and follow the links for Continuing Education. Registration forms can also be mailed in.

Call Gaston College’s Continuing Education Department at 704-922-2244 to receive a registration form or for additional information about the class.

OUTDOOR TRUTHS By

Gary Miller

Aiming Outdoorsmen Toward Christ We are quickly coming to everyone’s favorite time of year. The signs of summer’s close are the start of school, Labor Day, and another hunting season.

GARY MILLER Autumn in most states brings cool mornings and warm evenings. It’s the days that country folks enjoy the screen door and open windows. The air seems cleaner and fresher, and the once hazy skies are now as clear as a mountain stream. The most prominent signs of fall are the leaves that are changing from hues of green into colors as different as the trees themselves. My part of the country is known for the beautiful fall colors that cover the mountains like Joseph’s coat of many colors. During the summer months, from a distance, every tree looks the same. The hills seem covered with one big blob of green. And while the evergreens may stand out from their needles, the rest of the landscape is uniform. Each tree has thrived under the good conditions of spring and summer. When the pressure of fall comes each tree begins to show its own unique colors. Fall is not the time of plenty; it is the time of lack. This lack is what causes the leaves to turn. We might say that when each tree is under the pressure of a lack of sustenance it begins to show its true colors.

The same can be said about us.

Many times in our life we are forced under some pressure.

One of the most common pressures is the one that comes from a perceived lack of what we need. As with any pressure we are squeezed to the point that what is inside comes out.

We show our true colors. Now this doesn’t mean that one bad moment is the determining factor of who we really are. But pressure that is put on us over time will reveal what we are made of. What we need to understand is that many times it is God who is applying the pressure to us. He is not doing it so He can find out what we will do – He already knows; but He is doing it so we can know and so that we can see what is truly in our heart and if we really trust in God who has promised to provide everything we may need. gary@outdoortruths.org ~ www.outdoortruths.org

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Superintendent of Schools W. Jeffrey Booker visited 14 schools on the first day and took time to greet students and thank employees for their hard work.

“We are extremely pleased with the opening of school,” stated Booker. “As I visited schools across the county, it was encouraging to see how quickly our teachers and students became engaged in learning. I hope every day ahead is as smooth and productive as the first day.”

A few principals and teachers shared their first-day highlights: Lingerfeldt ElementaryPrincipal Staci Bradley welcomed students to the school year with Lingerfeldt’s new motto, “Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow.”

“We’re just hitting the ground running,” Bradley said. “We want to start the instruc-

tion from Day 1, and we want to be consistent so our students can make amazing growth throughout the year.”

Mount Holly MiddleMount Holly Middle kicked off the first day with a “Happy New School Year” pep rally outside the school. Students and parents were greeted by cheerleaders, teachers and the school’s hawk mascot as they arrived on campus.

According to principal Jennifer Reep, the staff wanted to hold a pep rally to create a welcoming atmosphere for students and get the new year started in a positive way. “The pep rally created a lot of energy. The students seemed a little surprised, but we wanted to show them how excited we are to have them back at school. We are ready for a great year of learning.”

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Banner-News Sports

Cramer comes up short, loses to RS Central 28-21

By John Wilson john.bannernews@gmail.com

Stuart Cramer High traveled to Rutherfordton to take on the Rutherfordton-Spindale Central Hilltoppers last week.

The Storm hoped to capitalize on what had been an explosive opening day win against Cherryville.

The Storm had its chances but a late game drive by RS Central, turnovers, and costly penalties stopped them. Cramer came up short, losing to the Hilltoppers 28-21.

Cramer coach Ben McMillan had a lot to like about the game.

“Offensively we executed well,” McMillan said.

There was little doubt the Storm was able to generate some offense. They put up 357 yards total. Of that, 229 came through the air and 128 came from the ground attack.

Slot back Corey Stowe lit the Hilltoppers up early with a 52 yard scamper.

Noah Oxendine had a game mixed with highs and lows.

In the passing department he threw two TD passes and had an impressive quarterback rating of 93.0. But Oxendine also threw two picks. On the ground RS Central stuffed the junior QB. Oxendine had 16 yards on 17 carries.

The Storm running game put up some numbers but they weren’t where coach McMillan wants to see them.

Cramer may need to focus on how to get the ball into Stowe’s hands. Stowe had a great game for Cramer. He turned five touches into 170 yards of offense and two trips to pay dirt.

“Corey Stowe had a good game,” coach McMillan added.

“He scored two touchdowns.”

The Cramer defense played a respectable game. Their only big problem was an inability to stop the run.

“They had some big guys up front,” McMillan stated.

Robert Truesdale continued to show why he is a tackling machine.

“Truesdale led the team in that department.” McMillan said.

The 5’11 175 pound junior roamed the field all night. He ended the game with 18 solo tackles.

The Cramer defense produced two interceptions and four sacks.

Despite the loss Cramer hung tough till the end. They were in the game up to the point when RS Central scored in the end of the 4th quarter.

Winning a tight game is something the Storm has not done.

The way the team handled the 4th quarter showed their coach something. The Cramer players stayed in it. They kept pushing.

“We haven’t won a close ball game in our history,” McMillan said. “The guys learned a lot. I saw a lot of heart.”

The game against the Hilltoppers was costly for Cramer.

The Storm came up short on the score board and ended up on the losing end of the injury front.

“We got banged up,” McMillan said. “We lost Colt Davidson our top receiver. He broke his ankle in two places.”

Several Storm players have already battled injuries this year. Most of the injuries have affected the offensive skill positions.

The Storm face off this week against a visiting West Iredell Warriors that is winless. Coach McMillan hopes Cramer cane get back on track.

“They are 0-2,” McMillan said. “They have some size and some athletes.”

Stuart Cramer’s #21 Corey Stowe and #7 Colt Davidson get in on the action during the RS Central Game. The Storm came up just short 21-28.

Storm player Wade McLain bulls his way to a good gain in the RS Central game.

Photos by Lydia Julen

Gaston Christian School scenes from first day of school 2015

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Gaston Christian Girls Golf Invitational took place at at Pine Island on August 17. Team scores for the event at Pine Island Country Club were Forsyth County Day (253), Charlotte Latin (268) and Gaston Christian (285). Charlotte Latin’s Alexis Sudjianto (76) and Gaston Christian’s Taylor Hinson (77) shot the event’s low scores.

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Educators find encouragement and motivation at annual Teaching and Learning Conference Schiller.

From an inspiring keynote speech by the “I really appreci2014 National Teacher ated being able to of the Year to small, hear how to use the interactive workshops, Lucy Calkins units of some 1,200 teachers study (Gaston County and school administraSchools’ K-5 writing tors received encourtextbook) and what agement, motivation to focus on with my and professional destudents,” said Brand. velopment at the Gaston County Schools’ “It was great to be enTeaching and Learncouraged and uplifted ing Conference. right before the start The 10th annual of school and to get conference held AuSean McComb new ideas and activigust 11-12 at Gaston College attracted eduties to try with my students.” cators from Gaston County and beyond, Featured Speakers … What they Said including those from nearby school districts Baruti Kafele, a successful school princiand private schools as well as substitute teachers, teacher assistants and retired teach- pal who now works as an educational consultant, said that closing the “attitude gap” for ers.

Nearly 130 different seminars, workshops students who lack the will to achieve “started and speakers were offered during the event, with me at the front door, shaking every hand which provided continuing education and net- that walked in that building … Your attitude working opportunities for teachers. toward that youngster matters. Are you exDuring the keynote address, Sean Mccited about these students?”

Comb, the 2014 National Teacher of the Motivational speaker Mark Anthony GarYear from Baltimore, Maryland, encouraged teachers to take time to build relationships rett titled his talk “Teachers are Heroes.” He with students and offer them hope for their asked: “Are you ready to fight for all those futures. McComb described students at his students who can’t fight for themselves? high school who overcame challenges and Fight for them. Whatever you have to do, find went on to attend college. something bigger than the test scores. Some“Every child named a teacher who took thing bigger than the paycheck ... to serve the time to make a difference in their lives. It these children. We can change this world one was someone like you who made a choice to child, one life at a time.” do something that wasn’t in the job descripSean McComb, the 2014 National Teacher tion,” he said. “The people who do this work of the Year, said: “You can effect change bechange lives.” yond your classroom. We can change lives.

Teachers and administrators who attended the conference said it prepared them to start Our public schools are an incredible institution in this country. You are how we are the new school year.

“I really appreciate the opportunities that going to fulfill the promise of public educaare available to all teachers, whether they tion. It happens one teacher at a time.” are brand new or experienced, to continue Door prizes were handed out to conferlearning about the education profession,” ence participants. Among the winners were said Jamie Peoples, Gaston County Schools’ Coleen Grenier, a teacher at Cramerton MidAssistant Principal of the Year from Hunter dle School, who received a Chromebook, and Huss High School.

Karrie Brand, a fifth grade teacher at Karen Barkley, an English as a Second LanHawks Nest Intermediate School, said her guage (ESL) teacher at Robinson Elementary, favorite session was an all-day writing work- who won an iPad. The Chromebook and iPad shop with educational consultant Dr. Laura were donated by Gaston Adolescent Center.

The Mt. Island Charter School cross country team is ready for some running action this fall.

From left to right: Adam Tallmadge, Kyle Brunner, Ryan Swierszcz, John Rielley, Sam Garn, Annie Griggs, Nathan Robinson, and Madison Hill.

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Gaston College Fall 2015 courses The Gaston College Continuing Education Schedule for Fall 2015 has something for everyone. Students can select courses to help them earn certification or recertification in a profession, acquire basic skills in a new career, learn how to start a business, or take up an interesting new hobby, all at a reasonable price.

The College offers classes at its campuses in Dallas, Lincolnton and Belmont as well as opportunities for on-line learning. Job and Career Enhancement courses include Banquet Server 101, Intro to Lean Manufacturing, Notary Public, Paramedic Refresher, Real Estate Brokers Pre-Licensing, Truck Driver Training, and Customer Service for the Medical Industry.

Adult Education classes such as English as a Second Language (ESL), Adult High School (AHS) and High School Equivalency (HSE—formerly GED) are available, as are Automotive, Motorcycle Safety, Basic Motorcycle Maintenance, and Defensive Driving courses.

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Classes will be offered throughout the Fall semester, beginning in late August. Start dates and the cost for tuition and usage fees vary by class selected. For more information about the Gaston College Continuing Education schedule for Fall 2015, call 704-9222244 or go to www.gaston.edu and follow the “Quick Link” to Continuing Education.

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The Private Pilot Ground School course, offered through the Gaston College Continuing Education Department, prepares students for the FAA private pilot knowledge exam, the first step toward earning Pilot Certification. The class covers aerodynamics, airplane systems, evaluating weather conditions, FAA regulations, aviation safety, navigation, incident and accident reporting requirements, and other pertinent information.

Students will take the knowledge exam at an approved FAA examination station upon completion of the class. After passing the exam, they can take the next step toward certification by attending an accredited flight school for the practical, hands-on training required to become proficient in piloting skills.

The Private Pilot Ground School course is taught by Dewey Jenkins, who is an active commercial pilot with instrument ratings, a certified flight instructor, an instrument flight instructor, and an advanced ground instructor. He learned to fly at Gaston Airport, beginning in 1965, and at one time owned a flight school at the airport. Jenkins has been teaching the class at Gaston College for over 15 years.

The course begins on September 21 and runs through December 14. It meets on Mondays and Thursdays from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. in the Dalpiaz Student Success Center on the Gaston College Dallas Campus. The fee for the 72-hour course is $186.00.

To register online for the Private Pilot Ground School course, click on WebAdvisor at www.gaston.edu and follow the links for Continuing Education. Registration forms can also be mailed in. Call Gaston College’s Continuing Education Department at 704-922-2244 to receive a registration form or for additional information about the class.

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Senior computer skills from Gaston College Golden Age Computing, a course in basic computing skills will teach seniors 50 years of age and older on how to be computer savvy and successfully learn to use technology.

The 12-hour course, offered by the Gaston College Continuing Education Department will teach basic computer functions, such as accessing and using the Control Panel to configure your computer’s Windows settings, navigating the Internet, and communicating through E-mail.

“First we want to get everyone familiar with a computer and to understand that it is a tool they should not be afraid to use,” says instructor James Ross. “By the time they finish the class, everyone will be accustomed to using a computer, and should be able to go online to check in with their grandchildren and friends through email and on Facebook.”

The course, designed for seniors 50 years and older, is open to all individuals over 18 years old. Classes will be taught on two of the College’s campuses: Sept. 15 – Oct. 1: Lincoln Campus, Cochrane Science Building, Lincolnton. Nov. 3 – Nov. 19: Kimbrell Campus Classroom Building, Belmont.

Both sections of the course meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. The fee for the course is $42.00.

To register online for the Golden Age Computing course, click on WebAdvisor at www.gaston.edu and follow the links for Continuing Education. Registration forms can also be mailed in. Call Gaston College’s Continuing Education Department at 704-922-2244 to receive a registration form or for additional information about the class.

Walk your way to fitness with Gaston College We all know that exercise is an essential part of a healthy lifestyle, but for some the thought of strenuous workouts or fast-paced aerobic exercise may be daunting. There are other, less demanding, paths to fitness and the Gaston College Continuing Education Department can get you started.

Walking for Fitness is a fun course that meets for one-hour two times a week, starting on Tuesday, August 25. As you and your fellow students walk on the Dallas Campus of Gaston College and in the community, you’ll learn how to get and stay fit through walking.

The class takes place from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays, from August 25 through December 15. The fee for the 29-hour class is $93.00. For more information, call 704-922-2244; to register for the class, go to www.gaston.edu, click on “WebAdvisor,” then select the Continuing Education icon.

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