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Mount Holly Police Department forms chaplain group

By Alan Hodge alan.bannernews@gmail.com

The Mt. Holly Police Department has formed a quartet of four local ministers into a chaplain group for its officers and employees.

The goal of the program is to have the chaplains available to police employees for their needs, provide assistance during certain citizen encounters, and to act as a liaison between the police and members of the faith community.

The group includes Rev. Angela Pleasants, formerly pastor at First United Methodist Mt. Holly now district superintendent Catawba Valley District supervising 116 churches; Rev. Anthony “Dump” Harper, pastor at Rhythm Church; Rev. Charles McCorkle, pastor Wesley Chapel Holiness Church; and Rev. Max Pendleton, retired pastor Catawba Heights Baptist Church.

Mt. Holly police chief Don Roper explained how the chaplain idea came about.

“Several months ago we had meetings with members of the local clergy with the goal of establishing the chaplain program,” Roper said. “We discussed a vision for the group, developed and put in place a policy. Law enforcement can be a trying profession at times, and having the opportunity to talk with a trusted and caring person can be very helpful. The chaplains have met with all members of the department to introduce themselves and get to know each other, and they recently hosted a luncheon at the department for all police employees in recognition of the 9/11 anniversary. We are lucky to have such a great faith community in Mt. Holly.”

The Mt. Holly police department has formed a chaplain group to offer aid to its employees and officers. Chaplains include The chaplains have all completed a full background and vet- from left- Rev. Anthony Harper, Rev. Charles McCorkle, Rev. Angela Pleasants. Not pictured Rev. Max Pendleton. Rear rowSee CHAPLAIN page 5 MHPD Deputy Chief Brian Reagan (left) and Chief Don Roper.

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Is a 9/11 memorial in Mt. Holly's future?

By Alan Hodge

MH council recognizes “Parade Lady” Barton

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It's possible that a 9/11 memorial could be coming to Mt. Holly- at least that's what Baker and other members of the MHFD envision.

One of the ingredients in that dream is already in place. Late last April, members of the MHFD went to New York City and brought back two sections of subway rails that were pulled from the World Trade Center rubble. The rails have a place of honor in the lobby at the main fire station at 433 Killian Ave. Citizens can visit and see them any time.

The Mt. Holly city council had several presentations at its meeting last week.

The council presented Daphne Barton with a proclamation recognizing her many years of hard work making sure the Mt. Holly Christmas parade was a success. Barton served as chairperson of the parade from 1989 to 2014. She was so dedicated to the parade that she was given the unofficial title of “Parade Lady”.

Under Barton's leadership the Mt. Holly Christmas parade grew into a spectacle with over 150 groups taking part, making it one of the largest in not only Gaston County but the region as well..

The council also recognized Mt. Holly Middle School's new principal, Jamie Peoples.

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 - sixth grade math and science and eighth grade math and social studies. She served as assistant principal at

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A little less than two weeks ago, Sept. 11, about 1,000 folks, including community members and first responders and firefighters from Cornelius, Huntersville, Charlotte, Denver, Mt. Mourne, Mooresville, Mt. Holly, and New York, gathered at the Cornelius/Lemley fire station to witness the unveiling of a large and magnificent memorial honoring the victims of the World Trade Center horror 15 years ago. One of the people in the throng was Mt. Holly fire department chief Ryan Baker who grew up in Cornelius and got his start in the fire fighter trade there in 1996.

“Being at the dedication brought back memories of 9/11 and what the memorial represents,” Baker said.

The Cornelius memorial is made of white stone with the words “Never Forget” engraved in dozens of languages from all over the world. The centerpiece of the memorial is a section of steel beam from the World Trade Center.

It points north, toward New York City. The 9/11 memorial in Cornelius took about a year to design and build.

Firefighters and a crane uncover the new 9/11 memorial that was dedicated in Cornelius two weeks ago.

The Mt. Holly Fire Department would like to see a similar structure erected somewhere in town using World Trade Center subway rails it has at its headquarters.

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Laps for Love and the Back Story Ten-year-old Grace Daniels is a rocket in the water. As an incentive, her father challenged that for each race where she beat her best time, he would give her $10. When she collected $120, he asked her what she wanted to do with it. Unlike the average tenyear-old who would want clothes or technology, she wanted to help the homeless. After doing some research, she chose Charlotte Rescue Mission.

That year Grace launched “Laps for Love” and invited her swim team to participate. She was able to raise $10,500. This year Grace and her new board members Abbi Snyder, Claire Swain, and Riley Buelow (all under age 13) set a goal of $15,000.

On the night of the 2nd annual “Laps for Love” event, I challenged Grace to a race.

Her pastor, Alex Kennedy was also there so we involved him in the race as well. Grace would swim down the length of the pool and back. I would swim one length and Pastor Alex would swim the return length.

I had a vision of taking off at such a fast pace that my body would produce a huge wake in the pool. Grace would bob in the waves of my wake and Pastor Alex and I would win. Back to reality.

The MC announced “Go” and we took off. Grace was a rocket. While I couldn’t keep up with her, I was swimming faster than I had in a long time. I was feeling good.

Then it happened.

I felt my bathing suit sliding down my waist. I honestly think it was the speed. I quickly calculated the speed at which I was swimming, the rate my bathing suit was sliding down my body, the distance I still had to swim and where the suit would be when I hit the wall. I was in trouble.

I decided to reach down with my left hand and pull my bathing suit up while swimming with my right hand. I lost all momentum. With my left hand now avail-

able, I swam harder with both hands trying to make up the lost time. The increased speed caused my suit to slide down again.

I tried pulling it up with one hand. I then tried pulling it up with both hands. Tony Marciano Somehow I made it to the wall. Pastor Alex took off. We lost.

I’m sure all the kids were saying, “That old guy is slow. He’s out of shape. Why did he ever think he could actually beat Grace?

She’s a rocket. The race was lost before it ever started.”

There is always the “Back Story”. The back story is the truth of what really happened to someone, not what you see occurring. You don’t see the back story. You only see what is in front of you.

My back story was that I was losing my bathing suit. No one there at “Laps for Love” knew it until I told them. They all laughed.

Young Grace knew the people who came to the Rescue Mission struggle with drugs and alcohol. Grace also knew that each person has a “Back Story”. Many grew up in households where a parent was an addict.

There was abuse – physical, emotional and sexual. The pain their “Back Story” produced was forgotten while they abused alcohol and drugs. They felt beyond the Love of God. When Grace named it “Laps for Love”, little did she know in that name was the message of hope every resident needed to know. They are deeply loved by God. I plan to be better prepared for my race with Grace next year. I will use a bathing suit with suspenders and I will smoke her!

America’s Wars - We Never Really Leave

By Glenn Mollette President Obama said Tuesday the United States will spend $90 million over the next three years to clear unexploded bombs dropped on Laos during the Vietnam War. A decade ago we began spending $2.5 million a year to $15 million this year. During the Vietnam War America spent nine years bombing Laos with the goal of blocking supplies to Vietnam and fighting communist forces in northern Laos. Our bombing effort left ten of millions of unexploded cluster bombs.

These bombs are about the size of a baseball.

During the nine-year bombing we conducted 580,000 missions over Laos and dropped over 270 million cluster bombs on this neutral country. An estimated 80 million of the cluster bombs failed to detonate and thousands have been killed since 1973 when we ended the bombing.

We need to clean our mess up in Laos.

This is good news for that tiny country.

It's not so great news for America.

Our war expenditures continue to be bad news for America. $90 million dollars out the window for more International efforts. We have communities all over our country with dilapidated schools, outdated or unsafe water supplies, desperate economies and yet we take from our own people to spend more and more overseas.

How much more will we spend in Southeast Asia? The numbers are worse than horrific, 58,220 Americans died, 153,303 were wounded and 1,643 miss-

ing. It is estimated that up to 300,000 Vietnam Veterans committed suicide and approximately 700,000 soldiers suffered psychological trauma.

Since Vietnam we have spent trillions on Iraq and Afghanistan. In just Iraq over 4,400 U.S. service personnel were killed directly. The numbers again are brutal, 32,223 troops were injured and 134,000 civilians killed directly. 655,000 persons died in Iraq since the invasion who would have not died if we had not have invaded the country. America spent $1.7 trillion dollars in war expenses. We gave $75 billion to American subcontracting companies, largest of all Halliburton. We aren't done in Iraq. We still have military personnel deployed and some of our military leadership looks back and wishes we had kept a stronger presence. Therefore because of ISIS we will never leave Afghanistan.

It just seems like we can never really leave. How many places can we go and maintain an American military presence?

Currently we have 662 military bases in 38 countries. Many of these bases are very small, yet we are there. How long can we really afford to maintain so much military and American efforts throughout the world? There is so much to do in America. I'm not anti helping other people but we are way overboard. We can't afford to pay our retirees what we promised and we are in a medical crisis.

Helping Laos is not the wrong gesture. It just proves that we never really leave.

Thursday, September 22, 2016

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A hero is someone who has given his or her life to something bigger than oneself.

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My Opinion: Our perfect parks

How lucky we are in our area to have so many nice parks.

Last week Sharon and I grabbed a couple of haute dawgs from the gourmet deli at Dales Superette and took them to the new Kevin Loftin Riverfront Park. We sat in the lil' truck and ate the dawgs whilst taking in the beautiful view of the Catawba River. It was a million dollar panorama and didn't cost a cent.

I urge everyone to visit this park because it is simply fabulous.

Right in the middle of downtown Belmont we have Stowe Park. This venerable, verdant, space attracts loads of folks. During the weekday, mommies take kids there and the tots make good use of the swings and sliding board while the fountain splishes and splashes and burbles in the background. On weekends. Stowe Park is a popular spot for special events. I wonder how many folks of the 'younger generation' that go there now have any clue about the park's past and how at one time it was a full-blown amusement park with a little train for folks to ride on and a merry go round and a snack bar and other stuff.

Entertainers like Fred Kirby the “Singing Cowboy”would come

group t h a t has a great Alan Hodge t i m e Banner-News Editor under the leadership of parks and rec employee Cheri Love. Another cool thing about Tuckaseege Park is the fact that it too is on the banks of the Catawba River.

Even the birds like Tuck Park. A pair of ospreys has a huge nest on top of a light pole at the baseball field and they raise chicks there every year.

Legacy Park in McAdenville is a quiet little oasis just off Main St. It has some playground equipment for the kids and benches for folks to sit on and conversate or just enjoy small town life.

Our towns are growing and so is the need for parks. All the local city officials I know realize this and plans are in the works to not only keep the parks currently in place in good shape but to also build new ones as money and space allow.

There are lots of reasons folks look favorably upon our area and parks are one of them.

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to Stowe Park and do shows too.

But that was then and this is now and Stowe Park is nearly 50 years old and still going strong.

Stanley has a great facility in Harper Park. In addition to baseball fields and basketball goals and a walking path and a playground, Harper Park will soon have a new recreation center. Another nice thing is that the money for Harper Park and the rec center came from donations and so the town didn't have to raise taxes.

How many superlatives does it take to describe Goat Island Park in Cramerton? A bunch. Once a tangle of weeds on a piece of land in the middle of the South Fork River, Goat Island Park is the centerpiece of downtown Cramerton. When you're sitting on one of the rocking chairs on the observation deck and gazing at the arched bridge going across the river to the park and watching the South Fork go lazily by, you could just as well be in an ancient village in England.

Mt. Holly has some great parks too. Tuckaseege Park is highly popular and even has a dog park. The recreation center has all sorts of events and is home base for the Sole Patrol senior citizens

Why this Democrat wants a strong Republican Party

By Lee H. Hamilton I’ve been a Democrat all my life. But that doesn’t mean I favor a weak Republican Party. Indeed, just the opposite. Before my Democratic friends drum me out of the party, let me explain why.

Our nation is stronger and our representative democracy healthier when we have two strong parties. A single political party that’s able to dominate public policy-making undermines the give-andtake that’s crucial to effective policy and leaves us weaker as a country.

Why is this? For starters, none of us, and neither political party, has a monopoly on wisdom. Moreover, the legitimacy of the political system rests on its ability to give voice to the multitude of concerns and attitudes held by the American people. It’s important they all have a political party to turn to.

I don’t want to get into the split between backers of Donald Trump and the traditional Republican leadership — that’s for the GOP to sort out. But there’s no doubt that the Republican Party has reached a crossroads.

If Trump wins the presidency, he’ll be the chief actor in determining the future of his party and what it stands for. If he loses, the GOP will more than likely move back toward its more traditional views.

I suppose I’m showing my biases here, but I believe that a robust Republican Party will strengthen its willingness to improve and broaden the policy debate and move it away from steps to impede it.

This would be a GOP that advocates for limited government, wants to reform our unwieldy tax code, and is determined to remain fiscally responsible so that deficits don’t explode. It would tackle our healthcare system by reforming it using market mechanisms. It would push to devolve

power away from Washington, giving states more control over such basic responsibilities as highways, welfare, and education.

Each of these issues has been at the center of the national agenda for many years, suggesting their difficulty. We need proposals from both sides that are realistic, coherent, and based on numbers that add up. We need parties that are at the top of their game, generating solutions to the issues we confront and prepared to negotiate to move us beyond our current gridlock.

This can best happen when a healthy Republican Party is competing with a healthy Democratic Party. At the moment, that’s not what we’re seeing.

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From page 1 “The first step in getting a 9/11 memorial in Mt. Holly will be to set up a committee that could potentially include city officials, city employees, and citizens,” Baker said. “We are in the beginning stages of the process,” he said.

Baker says tasks of the committee could include determining the design and best location in town to erect the memorial.

“We could create a memorial to 9/11 that would educate future generations about it,” said Baker.

Baker pointed out that the Hough High School students who sang the National Anthem at the Cornelius event were just one year old when 9/11 took place.

The Cornelius memorial cost about $100,000.

“Cornelius raised the money by business and Rotary Club fundraisers, charity softball games, private donations, and donation boxes in stores,” Baker said. “Mt. Holly could do the same.”A 9/11 memorial in Mt. Holly would be a very meaningful thing.“Different events define generations and 9/11 is the one that defines ours,” Baker said. “Everyone remembers where they were and what they were doing when it happened.”

Want to talk to Baker about a Mt. Holly 9/11 memorial?

Call 704-822-2937.

Members of the Mt. Holly Fire Department are seen at JFK Airport in New York last April picking up subway rails that were below the World Trade Center on 9/11. From left: Chief Ryan Baker, Ricky Brown, Jason Black, and Marv Placino.

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From page 1 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.

In addition, the council heard a presentation from Gaston County Dept. of Health and Human Services employee Abby Newton on a recently released report outlining the state of health and wellness among county citizens.

The report, officially known as the 2015 Community Health Assessment, touched on a wide variety of quality of life factors in Gaston County including mortality, teen pregnancy, income, educational attainment, physical activity trends, STDs, and the aforementioned obesity.

The assessment is required of NC local health departments every three to four years and describes health related measures and community opinions. Entities that pitched in to help craft the assessment also included CaroMont Health, Gaston Community Healthcare Commission, the United Way, and others.

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The Tuesday Afternoon Book Club met on September 13, 2016 at the First Presbyterian Church. This was their first meeting since May and members greeted each other with news of their various summer activities. Beth Geddis was the hostess for this meeting and served a refreshing dessert as the members gathered. This was a business meeting so there was no special program. Since President Agnes Horsley had resigned her position at the end of the summer, the club unanimously elected Beth Geddis to take her place. Secretary Gearl Dean Page and Treasurer Clenda Lineberger will continue in their positions.

Officers of the Coming Year: L to R: Beth Geddis, President; Clenda Lineberger, Treasurer; and Gearl Dean Page, Secretary.

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CHAPLAIN From page 1 ting process similar to the one required of police officer applicants. This will allow them to have access to the department and participate in ride-alongs with officers.

Harper has been married to his wife Karen for 27 years and has three children: daughter Courtney 21, son T.J. 17, and son Chase 15. He served

as Youth Pastor for 18 years at several area churches before launching out to start Rhythm Church in September of 2011. Rhythm is a church without walls that meets at River Street Park in Mt. Holly every Sunday morning of the year. The church weekly seeks to take the love of Christ to those who may never feel comfortable stepping inside the traditional church setting. Harper is also a graduate of Gardner-Webb

University.

“I have a huge amount of respect for our law enforcement officers and can't imagine the stress and burdens that they carry with them,” Harper said. “If I can offer anything to show my appreciation and to help relieve some of the stress and give spiritual guidance, I'm willing to provide anything I can. I would also like to be a liaison between the police and the community in light of the continuous re-

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Crews have been busy putting down new pavement in Belmont's Greenwood Cemetery to replace the old surface which was in bad condition.

“This project has been on our radar for 15 years,” said public works director David Isenhour. “The roadway there is finally getting new surface and folks who visit the cemetery will be extremely pleased to see the results.”

Photo by Alan Hodge McCorkle has been senior pastor of Wesley Chapel Holiness Church of Mt. Holly since 2006. He has been married to Angie D. McCorkle for 32 years and they have two daughters, Orita and Whitney and one grandson Channing. He attended A & T State University and has been employed at Duke Energy for 39 years. He's currently on the Mount Holly Historical Society and CRO Boards.

“I enjoy being a chaplain because it gives me an opportunity to give back to my community and to serve the people who watch out for us while putting their lives on the line,” McCorkle said. “We can't do enough for those who allow us to sleep peacefully each night.”

Former Mt. Holly Man of the Year Max Pendleton was pastor at Catawba Heights Baptist Church for over 30

years. He and his wife Virginia are the parents of police officer the late Randy Pendleton who served on the Mt. Holly and Gaston County police departments and who was killed in the line of duty in 1979. Max has been close to police work for a number of years and says he believes he could in some small way add assistance to the chaplain program.

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In addition to her pastoral duties, Pleasants contributes a weekly column to the BannerNews and says current events helped her decide to be a police chaplain.

“Last year I was concerned with recent neighborhood riots taking place across our country,” she said. “These riots were in response to shootings involving police officers and citizens of the community. As a result of these incidents, police officers became targets. I understand there is no perfection within any organization. However, the solution to problems is not through violence. I began praying for the law enforcement officers and communities they serve. I wanted to express my gratitude to our local officers.”

The Stowe Family YMCA Moving for Better Balance class began Tuesday, September 6. This evidence-based fall prevention program for older adults consists of a core 8-form routine and a subroutine of eight integrated therapeutic movements, which, collectively, involve a set of simple, rhythmic Tai Chi-based actions. Josey Messer is looking to schedule a new class. For more information contact him at jmesser@gastonymca.org or 704.822.9622.

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The Belmont Community Garden recently held a “Blessing” for a good fall crop. Kevin Jonas Sr. (pink shirt) did the blessing.

Pictured with Jonas are Jonathan Taylor and Anouk Valentine.

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The Carolinas are seeing temporarily higher prices due to a pipeline disruption moving shipments from the Gulf Coast.

Colonial Pipeline operators are currently working to repair the pipeline and expect to re-start the movement of gasoline, diesel and jet fuel from Texas and Louisiana refineries to a number of Gulf Coast and southeastern states sometime this week. The Colonial Pipeline disruption could contribute to the availability of supply and North and South Carolina may see higher prices until normal shipments resume.

“We want to remind motorists that this issue is temporary and to continue normal habits at the pump,” said AAA Carolinas Public Relations Manager Tiffany Wright. “AAA Carolinas continues to give members peace of mind during this time, and our roadside service will not be affected by this supply issue.”

North Carolina’s average price of gasoline is currently $2.16, up slightly from last week’s average of $2.05. South Carolina motorists are seeing an average price of $2.04, up from last week’s average of $1.91. Despite the recent increases, both of the Carolinas are still seeing gas prices under the national average of $2.20.

Once the supply issue is fixed, motorists will enjoy lower gas prices as we move into the winter-blend of fuel. Pump prices typically decline during this time of year due to lower driving demand after the busy summer driving season has concluded and the changeover from summer-blend to a cheaperto-produce winter-blend gasoline.

The difference between summer- and winter-blend gasoline involves the Reid Vapor Pressure (RVP) of the fuel. RVP is a measure of how easily the fuel evaporates at a given temperature. The more volatile a gasoline (higher RVP), the easier it evaporates.

Winter-blend fuel has a higher RVP because the fuel must be able to evaporate at low temperatures for the engine to operate properly, especially when the engine is cold. If the RVP is too low on a frigid day, the vehicle will be hard to start and once started, will run rough.

(AAA Carolinas, an affiliate of the American Automobile Association, is a not-for-profit organization that serves more than 2 million members and the public with travel, automobile and insurance services while being an advocate for the safety and security of all travelers.)

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Fellowship & Faith

Church Directory Mt. Holly Mt. Church of God Rankin Ave. Ave. • Mt. Holly •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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Banner-News Obituaries John Pierce “J.P.” Collins

Mr. John Pierce “J.P.” Collins, age 74, of Mt. Holly, NC, passed away on September 10, 2016. A private service will be held at a

later date.

Mr. Collins was preceded in death by his parents, David Durham Collins and Mary Sue Brabham Collins.

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New YMCA program Beginning in September, YMCA members can now access any Y facility across North Carolina and Virginia.

The partnership is the latest expansion of the Y’s reciprocal membership program.

“Now when you join the Y, you can enjoy more than 200 Ys in North Carolina and Virginia,” said Sheree Vodicka, Executive Director of the NC Alliance of YMCAs. “This new partnership crosses state lines to help our communities live healthier.

If you’re a member of Gaston County Family YMCA,

and are visiting another part of Virginia or North Carolina, your membership will give you access to Ys in that area, allowing you to stay active while away from home. This is a great time to be a YMCA member.” Both states implemented reciprocal membership, known as “My Y is Every Y,” last year to positive response from Y members. The program launched as part of ongoing conversations about how the YMCA could better support the health and well-being of its members.

Hood Memorial October Fall Fest

Hood Memorial AME Zion Church, 215 Sacco St., Belmont, will hold its annual October Fall Festival on Saturday, October 1st.

A yard sale from 7-10am will kick off the event. Other activities from 10am-6pm will include fish fry, games, vendors, visits from public officials, wings, hot dogs, a 'country store' with homemade goodies, live entertainment, voter registration, and health screenings. Call Oscar Reid for more info at 704-674-7604.

Ebenezer UMC yard sale Ebenezer United Methodist Church, Belmont Mt. Holly Rd., 704-827-3366, will hold a community yard sale on Saturday, October 15th, 7am until 1 pm.

Spaces will rent for $10.00 each (tables are not provided). Call

the church Tuesday-Thursday 8 am until 1 pm at 704-827-3366 to reserve your space.

Breakfast biscuits, hot dogs, hamburgers, baked items, coffee and soft drinks will be for sale in the Fellowship Hall.

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LUCY WOODWARD Tuesday, Oct. 11th • 8:00 pm Tickets Available

Abbey Players season starts The Abbey Players kicks off the 2016-17 season!

Known for high-quality, thrilling, and delightful productions, this season the theatre is excited to celebrate Simon Donoghue’s 40th Anniversary as Director of the Abbey Players.

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By John Patrick Shanley September 22-24 A new romantic comedy from the Pulitzer-, Oscar-, and Tony Award-winner John Patrick Shanley, writer of “Doubt” and “Moonstruck.” Full of wit, humor, and poetic prose, this tenderhearted portrait reminds us it’s never too late to take a chance on love.

THE 10TH ANNUAL 24-HOUR THEATRE PROJECT October 15 At 8pm on October 14th, amateur playwrights will gather. Their goal? To complete a one-act play by 8am on October 15th, to be presented by 8pm that evening!

Anyone interested in participating, please join us – it’s a guaranteed blast!

HENRY IV, PART ONE

By William Shakespeare November 10-12, 17-19 War is imminent. Guilt weighs heavily on the newly crowned King Henry after offing his rival and cousin, King Richard II. And Henry's heir, Prince Hal, is carousing

with ne’er-do-wells at the tavern.

CHRISTMAS AT THE ABBEY December 3 What marks for many the kick-off to the holiday season, an evening of festive music and readings.

THE WOMAN IN BLACK, A Ghost Play

By Stephen Mallatratt and Susan Hill February 16-18, 23-25 “The Woman in Black” is a thrill-seeker's paradise! A play within a play, audiences will be gripped by the powerful storytelling that subtly

She waits trembling not knowing her fate. She hears the men talking about her price outside the door, “She will make a good breeder.” Soon, the door opens, and one man enters with shackles. He puts her in the shackles and just like that she is sold like cattle. She arrives at her new plantation, a place worse than the last. She is sent there to produce children that are sold into slavery. This story depicts a life of a young African girl enduring the African slave trade. Who will rescue her from this living death?

It is now modern day and sadly, slavery still exist. A young girl or boy is sold into human trafficking. This is taking place all over the world, even our country. Agencies are working tirelessly to help young girls and boys escape this modern day slavery.

The life of a person in slavery is not their own. They submit to the person/ groups which dictate their every action.

Some who are enslaved fight, while others feel there is no hope and succumb to their new way of life. During the African

slave trade, there were rare instances a slave could purchase their freedom.

They were still treated as sub-human, but to them, it didn’t matter. They knew they were free in their heart.

There is a spiritual slavery to which we are all born. “But there is another power within me that is at war with my mind. This power makes me a slave to the sin that is still within me. Oh, what a miserable person I am! Who will free me from this life that is dominated by sin and death?” Romans 7:23-24 NLT. We are born enslaved to sin and death.

The sinful nature desires to do evil continually. When we submit to this nature, it leads us to idolatry, sorcery, hostility, quarreling, jealousy, outbursts of anger, selfish ambition, dissension and division, drunkenness, and other sins like these.

These are the fruits of the flesh nature.

We are in need of reconciliation to God. Paul cries out, “Who will set us free?”

There is one who arrived at the slave market to redeem us from our shackles of sin and death. “For you know that

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by Rick Elice Based on the novel by David Barry and Ridley Pearson Musical interludes by Wayne Barker April 20-22, 27-29 Wonder what Peter Pan’s childhood was like before Wendy met him in Neverland? “Peter and the Starcatcher” travels to golden

grottoes, deep jungles, and active volcanoes on adventures just as exciting as those in the classic story we all know and love. For the whole family – ages 8+.

Season memberships and single tickets are available at www.abbeyplayers.org. Productions are open to all interested community members.

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God paid a ransom to save you from the empty life you inherited from your ancestors. And it was not paid Rev. Angela Pleasants with mere gold First United or silver which Methodist Church, lose their value. Mount Holly It was the precious blood of Christ, the sinless, spotless Lamb of God. God chose him as your ransom.” I Peter 1:18-20a NLT. Through Christ, our sinful nature was nailed to the cross. We are now free to live by the Spirit of God. Thanks be to Christ, we are the living righteousness of God. Who the Son set free, is free indeed! (Continue to pray for those suffering the fate of human trafficking today. Seek out agencies in your area and discover how you can help make a difference).

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Fresh Anointing receives check Fresh Anointing Church of God Food Bank, Mt. Holly, has received a $2,000 gift from Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation.

Fresh Anointing C.O.G will use the gift to continue to feed those in need in the community.

"Our donations have been low. We are thankful to have received the Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation Gift" said Latonya Gilliard Food Bank Director. “In the last 5 years our food bank has partnered with Second Harvest Food Bank of Metrolina to distribute over 301,000 pounds of food to Gaston County residents. In addition to food we have been able to provide our clients with non food items like soap, toothpaste, diapers, pet food, housewares and sometimes automotive accessories. The Food Bank is open the second Tuesday of every month from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. This is our community. We work, live and worship here. It is our privilege to be of assistance.”

CROSSWORD PUZZLE The Belmont Branch Gaston County Library recently held a “Dot Day”. Dot Day is always on September 15th, and it is a celebration of a book called The Dot by Peter Reynolds. It is an international celebration. For Dot Day, the Belmont kids painted designs on a paper dot, watched a short video based on the book, and had snacks.

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The Belmont Branch of the Gaston County Library upcoming programs For Adults (18 and over): Friday Morning Walk: beginning September 16th, walkers can meet up with a staff member at 9:15 am every Friday morning (weather-permitting) for a 30-minute walk around the neighborhood. Walks will depart from the library parking lot; Coloring for Grownups: Thursday, September 22nd at 5:30 pm. The library will provide coloring pages and basic colored pencils.

Attendees are encouraged to bring their own coloring tools. This event will repeat on Saturday, October 22nd at 11 am, Thursday, November 17th at 5:30 pm, and Saturday, December 3rd at 11 am: Plants/Seeds/Bulbs Exchange: Saturday, October 1st at 11 am. Bring a plant,

seeds, or bulbs to exchange with other attendees and swap gardening tips; Recipe Swap: Saturday, November 12th at 11 am. Make a favorite dish to bring and share with other attendees. Bring copies of the recipes to exchange; Bookies Book Club: meets on the 2nd Thursday of each month at 6 pm. At each meeting, the group decides on what to read for the next month.

For Teens (ages 11-17): Teen Book Club: meets the 1st Thursday of every month at 3:30 pm. Teens each discuss a book they are currently reading. Snacks are served at each meeting; Make a Dreamcatcher: Thursday, November 10th at 4 pm. Teens will make their own dreamcatcher; all sup-

Mt. Holly Art and Festival planned

plies will be provided. REGISTRATION REQUIRED; Event is limited to 10 participants. To register, call the library at 704-825-5426.

For Children (ages 4 to 10): Building with Legos: every Tuesday afternoon at 3:30 pm, kids can use their imaginations to build creations out of Lego bricks.

Legos are provided; Pokemon Party: Thursday, September 29th at 4 pm. Kids will play Pokemon-themed games, and there will be two Pokemon crafts. Cupcakes and other refreshments will be served. REGISTRATION REQUIRED; this event is limited to 25 participants.

To register, call the library at 704-825-5426; Halloween Party: Thursday, October 27th at 5:30 pm. Kids can

dress in costume and bring their families for games, a Halloween cartoon, crafts, and refreshments; Holiday Craft Time: Thursday, December 8th at 3:30 pm. Kids will make 2 crafts suitable for the holiday season. All supplies will be provided. REGISTRATION REQUIRED; this event is limited to 30 participants. To register, call the library at 704-825-5426.

Mt. Holly Historical Society program The September Monthly Program at the Mt. Holly Historical Society will be "Ida Rankin".

Special guest Garrie Brinkley will be speaking about the life of Ida Rankin which Ida Rankin Elementary School is named after. Date and time is Tuesday, September 27, 2016 at 7PM. Admission: Free. Don't forget to stop by the museum, 131 S. Main St., during Mt. Holly's Art & Music Festival on Saturday, September 24th from 10:30AM-5PM.

Local Musical Revolutionary War heroes

The Mount Holly Community Development Foundation will host its 9th Annual Art & Music Festival in historic downtown Mount Holly on Friday, September 23rd & Saturday, September 24th. The Festival kicks off on Friday evening from 6:00-10:00pm with great Food Truck fare and an evening of music featuring headliner David Childers & The Serpents at 7pm.

The Festival continues Saturday from 11:00am-10:00pm. Great food and music will continue and over two dozen artisans will display their arts and crafts for sale. In addition, there will be a kids zone from 11am-5pm to immerse youth of all ages in fun activities. Beer and wine sales will be available both days.

The music continues all day Saturday on two stages with special headliners in the evening, Gal Friday Band at 6pm and Big Daddy Love at 8pm. Entry into the Festival is free.

For more information and a full schedule of bands and activities visit www.MountHollyFoundation.org and click on the Events tab.

Writer Clyde Holland is looking for stories from local folks concerning their ancestors who fought in the American Revolution- especially the Lincoln County Men and South Fork Boys. Holland is interested in seeing Bibles, guns, knives, plates, silverware, diaries, letters, grants, journals, wills, and other items dating to the Revolutionary War period. Contact Holland at hollandcii@gmail. com or 803-684-3726.

Thursday, September 22, 2016

Tri-County Animal Rescue Pet of the Week

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Sage Marsh, age 10, solicited donations for Tri-County Animal Rescue for her 5th grade service project at Ida Rankin Elementary school.

Sage loves animals and hopes to have a house full of pets when she grows up.

CurrentlySage has two dogs that are her babies. Sage is a loving and caring young lady. She attends First Baptist Church in Mt. Holly. All of us at Tri-County appreciate send out a big "Thank You" from all the pets in our adoption program.

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Harris earns Girl Scouts’ highest honor This week's candidate is a senior Siberian Husky named Rocko. This beautiful dog is sweet and gentle. Rocko is house-trained, leash trained and loves rides in the car. He loves people and plays well with other dogs.

Rocko was surrendered because the previous owner could no longer care for him. He has been shaved down for the summer. He has the typical Husky coat so brushing is a must.

A Siberian Husky's coat is thicker than that of most other dog breeds, comprising two layers: a dense undercoat and a longer topcoat of short. It protects the dogs effectively against harsh winters, but the coat also reflects heat in the summer. The undercoat is often absent during shedding. Their thick coats require weekly grooming. The breed standard indicates that the males of the breed are ideally between 21 and 24 inches tall and weighing between 45 and 60 pounds. The Husky does not bark, they howl or sing.

Rocko has been neutered, had a dental, is current on vaccines and microchipped. Please give this lovely boy a chance to become part of your family!

If you are looking for an addition to your

family, please come out and meet our pets this weekend. We have many available pets 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: TriCounty 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.

How about a mutt?

by Joann Hager Mixed breed dogs have become an extremely popular type of dog over the past 20 years or so. Many folks now prefer the mixed breeds over the pure bred dogs due to combined characteristics from the “mixing” such as reduced coat shedding. Others just love the way these dogs look. Also the mixed breed will actually bring a mix of personalities that owners tend to love.

A mongrel, mixed-breed dog or mutt, is a dog that is not the result of intentional breeding. Most people prefer the term "mixed-breed dog” or “mutt" over the term mongrel. Crossbreed dogs, while literally a mix of breeds, differ from mutts because they are results of intentional breeding such as “Cockapoo”. Although mutts have at times been considered somehow lesser than intentionally bred dogs, they tend to be less susceptible to genetic health problems associated with pure dog breeding, and have enthusiasts and defenders who prefer them to intentionally bred dogs.

Mixed-breed dogs can excel at dog sports, such as obedience, dog agility, flyball, and frisbee. Often, highly energetic mixed-breeds are left with shelters or rescue groups, where they are sought by owners with the caring, patience, and drive to train them for dog sports, turning unwanted dogs into healthy, mentally and physically stimulated award winners.

Until the early 1980s, mixed-breed dogs were usually excluded from obedience competitions. However, starting with the American Mixed Breed Obedience Registry (AMBOR) and the Mixed Breed Dog Clubs of America (MBDCA), which created obedience venues

in which mixed-breed dogs could compete, more opportunities have opened up for all dogs in all dog sports. Most dog agility and flyball organizations have always allowed mixed-breed dogs to compete. Today, mixedbreeds have proved their worth in many performance sports.

In conformation shows, where dogs' conformation to a breed standard is evaluated, mixed-breed dogs normally cannot compete.

For purebred dogs, their physical characteristics are judged against a single breed standard.

Mixed-breed dogs, however, are difficult to classify except according to height; there is tremendous variation in physical traits such as coat, skeletal structure, gait, ear set, eye shape and color, and so on.

Studies that have been done in the area of health show that mixed-breeds on average are both healthier and longer-lived than their purebred relations. This is because current accepted breeding practices within the pedigreed community results in a reduction in genetic diversity, and can result in physical characteristics that lead to health issues.

Studies have shown that cross-bred dogs have a number of desirable reproductive traits.

Studies have also found that cross-bred dogs were superior mothers compared to purebred mothers, producing more milk and giving better care. These advantages led to a decreased mortality in the offspring of cross-bred dogs.

Dogs are great companions and bring lots of love to people everywhere. Decide which dog is best for you and your family whether it be a mixed-breed, pure bred or cross bred… they will all love you.

Girl Scout Carolinas Peaks to Piedmont has announced that MacKenzie Harris, Belmont, earned her Girl Scout Gold Award, the highest award in Girl Scouting.

Harris, daughter of Cavan and Cathy Harris, worked in partnership with Catherine’s House to renovate the children’s playroom and re-design the education curriculum for the room. Her team’s efforts resulted in rooms that are now modern and organized with open-space, which is supported by a contemporary education curriculum.

By earning the Girl Scout Gold Award, Harris has become a community leader. Her accomplishments reflect leadership and citizenship skills that set her apart.

“Earning the Girl Scout Gold Award designation is truly a remarkable achievement, and this young woman exemplifies leadership in all its forms,” said Lane Cook, chief executive officer of Girl Scouts Carolinas Peaks to Piedmont. “She saw a need in her community and took action.

Her extraordinary dedication, perseverance and leadership, is making the world a better place."

The Gold Award represents the highest achievement in Girl Scouting; it recognizes girls in grades 9 through 12 who demonstrate extraordinary leadership through sustainable and measurable Take Action projects. After the minimum requirements are completed, the Gold Award project is the culmination of a girl's demonstration of self-discipline, leadership ability, time management, creativity, initiative and a significant mastery of skills. Each girl must dedicate a minimum of 80 hours to planning and implementing her project, which must benefit the community and have long lasting impact. Since 1916, girls have successfully answered the call to go gold, an act that indelibly marks them as accomplished members of their communities and the world.

Some universities and colleges offer scholarships unique to Gold Award recipients, and girls who enlist in the U.S. Armed Forces may receive advanced rank in recognition of their achievements.

Letter to editor Alan: I enjoyed the article about the mural and the artist - Peter DeAnna (Sept. 15 BannerNews). Here is Peter Paul DeAnna's 1936 yearbook photo from Central High in Washingon, DC. Lots about him on Ancestry.com. His Dad was an Italian immigrant. Interesting ( but sad) he died of cancer at the young age of 59 - not surprising discovering he used lead paint materials. He has a page on Find-A-Grave.com.

I tried to update some info for him there. Thanks again for the article - I hope the city knows how valuable that piece of art is!

Roger Hudson

DSBG September Classes for Adults, Youth and Families Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden’s educational programs for a variety of ages continue throughout the month of September. Classes include yoga, photography, horticulture topics, birds and more.

Upcoming classes in September include: Saturday Morning Mixed Yoga at the Garden: Sept. 24; 9:30 – 10:30 a.m., instructed

by Rasheedah Hasan of Raha and Friends Yoga, Certified Yoga Instructor. Make yoga at the Garden part of your weekly routine. Under the guidance of experienced instructors, find your center and get in touch with your body and mind. Beginners

and intermediate students are welcome. This class is $99 for a 10-class series pass or $12 per class and Garden members receive a 15% discount on individual classes only. Register online at www.dsbg.org.

Kid’s Yoga: Sept. 24; 11 – 11:30 a.m., instructed

by Rasheedah Hasan of Raha and Friends Yoga, Certified Yoga Instructor. Kids timein yoga! Geared towards children 3 and older, this class will focus on movement, energy shake-outs and key yoga practices. This class is $20 for a four-class series per child (class continues on select Saturdays through November). Gar-

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Gaston Christian volleyball action Gaston Christian hosted Northside girls varsity volleyball last week. Gaston Christian won in 3 sets 25-15, 25-8, 25-18. Top players included: Lily Chapman 18 kills 3 aces 4 digs; Amber Loftin 14 digs; Bethany Tugwell 4 aces 2 kills 5 blocks 3 digs; O’Neil Goforth 15 assist 2 digs 2 aces; Sedonia Tringali 10 assist 6 digs 8 kills 1 aces.

Gaston Christian School girls varsity volleyball hosted Lake Pointe last week. Gaston Christian won in 3 sets 25-10,25-12, and 25-

Bottom Row Left to Right: Colby Conrad, Emily Berry, Lindsay Vongduanne, Kendall Conrad, and Catie Kalmbach. Middle Row L to R: Coach Laura Taylor, Naomy Avilia, Laura Parrish, Kate Sales, and Anna Claire O’Gorman. Top Row L to R: Hannah Shropshire, Genesis Gonzales, Hayden Shropshire, Lexie Dunn, and Kendall Garrison.

Mountain Island powers past Pine Lake 41-20

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Left to Right: Lexie Dunn, Genesis Gonzales, Kendall Garrison, Hannah Shropshire and Coach Taylor in back.

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Stuart Cramer women’s tennis opens strong

By Art Shoemaker The Stuart Cramer women’s tennis team has looked impressive in early season matches. With wins over Highland Tech, South Point, and Hunter Huss, another winning season may be in order for the Cramers.

The Lady Storm netters suffered their only defeat thus far to East Lincoln. However, the Lady Mustangs are a veteran squad and are expected to be a strong contender for post season honors.

Coach Laura Taylor calls the shots for Stuart Cramer and reports that this year’s edition of the tennis program continues to improve in only their third year of play for the Storm.

With only four seniors on a fourteen member squad the underclassmen will need to step up their play for the team to achieve their lofty goals.

Coach Taylor is a North Gaston and Appalachian grad and has been in the teaching and coaching ranks for twenty years. In the classroom she teaches English and began her career at East Gaston followed by stints in Georgia and Mecklenburg County. With the opening of Stuart Cramer High School she decided to return to her home county of Gaston to finish up her teaching career.

Playing in the #1 spot for the Cramer netters is Genesis Gonzales. She lives in Mt. Holly and is the daughter of Victor and Maryliz Gonzales. She developed her interest in tennis as the result of an older sister’s influence who played at Ashbrook. Subjects that

she enjoys are Science and Chorus and she plans to attend either UNC-G or Appalachian.

Currently in the #2 slot for the Storm is Kendall Garrison. She also lives in Mt. Holly and is the daughter of Kevin and Melodie Garrison. Kendall is a three year varsity player and looks forward to a successful senior year on the court.

In addition to Gonzales and Garrison others who play starting singles spots for the Storm are Laura Parrish, Lexie Dunn, along with twins Colby and Kendall Conrad from Cramerton. These positions are all subject to change based on the progress if the individual players during the season.

In doubles competition Genesis Gonzales and Kendall Garrison have performed well in early season action.

The Storm enjoyed a very successful 8-1 record in the 2015 campaign. Despite the loss of four seniors, Coach Taylor looks for another winning season for this year’s team.

A very challenging eleven game regular season awaits the Storm followed by the conference tournament which will be played on the campus of Stuart Cramer beginning October 12.

Coach Taylor rates Lake Norman Charter, Forestview, and Ashbrook among those that will provide stiff competition for the team.

Coach Taylor stresses daily improvement to her squad. She feels that with continued hard work in practice and a strong desire to win the Storm can enjoy a very successful season on the court in 2016.

2016 STUART CRAMER WOMEN’S TENNIS ROSTER Seniors Juniors Sophomores Freshmen Lexie Dunn Kate Sales Naomy Avila Emily Berry Kendall Garrison Anna Clare O’Gorman Colby Conrad Genesis Gonzales Laura Parrish Kendall Conrad Hannah Shropshire Hayden Shropshire Catie Kalmbach Lindsay Vongduanne

12. Top players were: Lily Chapman with 6 aces, 14 kills and 5 digs; Amber Loftin had 11 digs 6 aces; O’Neil Goforth had 9 aces 5 assist and 3 kills; Sedonia Tringali had 18 assist 4 aces and 4 kills.

Gaston Christian JV girls volleyball also hosted Lake Pointe.Gaston Christian won in 2 sets 25-20, 25-18. Top players were: Liliane Bauer, Chloe Pearson, Parker Riley, Taylor Hagaman, Jael Jordan.

When the Mountain Island Raptorsfootball team traveled to Mooresville to play the Pine Lake Prep Pride two things were apparent. First, the Raptors had never beaten the Pride. In two match ups they had been out scored 101-0. Second, the Raptors had yet to win an away game.

But for Mountain Island history was about to change.

The Raptors used an explosive second half to get it’s first road win ever. MI beat Pine Lake 41-20.

At first things didn’t start out as well as the Raptors would have wanted.

The game was tight. Each team had scored a TD. The only difference had been that after Terrell Hager scored a TD for Mountain Island the Raptors hit the extra point kick. The Pride did not hit their kick after scoring.

Going into the half Mountain Island was up 7-6.

“That was the kind of game we could have lost last year,” head coach Robert Washington said. “We made some halftime adjustments.”

The adjustments proved to be just what was needed. In the second half the Raptors scored 41 points.

The Mountain Island crew played solid football on both sides of the ball.

“Out defense came to play, “Washington added.

“Our offense was clicking.

We played a completed game on O and D.” The offensive production was without a doubt impressive.

To get where they did the Raptors employed a two quarterback rotation. Starter Kyle Holcomb shared time with CJ Stephens.

“We used two quarterbacks,” coach Washington added. “It gave us different looks.”

Just because Stephens saw time behind center does not mean the Mountain Island has a new QB. “Kyle is the starter,” Washington said.

“The last two games have been the best he has ever played. He is making proper reads, going through his pro-

gressions.”

Holcomb went 8 for 9.

He had 176 yards and 3 TD’s. Stephens went 4 for 4.

He had 26 yards.

On his TD tosses, Holcomb connected with Tikwan “Smooth” Washington twice and Eric Gallman II once.

The Raptors also showed that their ground game can get it done as well.

MI had 288 yards off of 28 carries. Tow backs had 100 yard performances.

Aapri Washington had 140 yards and two TD’s.

Terrell Hager had 114 yards and a TD of his own.

On the other side of the ball the defense did its job.

The Mountain Island “D” kept Pine Lake in check.

Pine Lake had an impressive running game. the Pride had 312 yards on the ground. But he Pride only scored two second half TD’s. Those scores didn’t put a dent in what the Raptors had put together.

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a monstrous day.

We led all Raptor defenders with 11 tackles and a sack.

The Raptors also kept Pine Lake from developing a damaging air attack. Pine Lake only had 59 yards of passing offense.

Aapri Washington had two picks and Raptors also recovered a fumble to round out what was an overall good performance.

So far it looks like things are going pretty good for the Raptors. MI is 3-1 overall and 2-1 in conference play.

“We are headed in the right direction.” Washington said.

Next week MI will host the Community School of Davidson. The game will honor US troops. The National Guard of the United States will even provide each team with special camouflage uniforms. Kick off will be at 7:30pm.

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Riddley wins world championship

Lilly and her magnificent steed.

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Gaston Day student, Lilly Riddley won the 2016 world grand championship youth riders at the Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration in Shelbyville, Tennessee Lilly is the daughter of Alan and Lorie Riddley and is a 9th grade student at Gaston Day School. The Riddley’s live on a farm in Shelby, NC and raise Tennessee Walking Horses and Black Angus cattle.

Lilly recently competed in the Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration.

(TWHNC) The National Celebration is a show that attracts horses, exhibitors, and more than a quarter of a million fans from at least 45 states and several foreign countries each year.

The TWHNC is held 11 days and nights , always ending the Saturday before Labor Day. The 78 annual Celebration show was held August 24 September 3, 2016.

Lilly won the 2016 World Championship Youth Riders 12-14 years of age on Walking Mares or Geldings, August 28. She was riding her 9 year old beloved mare, Jose’s Delightful Pusher. Jose’s Delightful Pusher is trained by Baucom Stables in Monroe, NC. In 2007 Lilly started showing in the lead line pony class and has been showing horses ever since. In 2013 Lilly won her first World Championship in the youth 11 and under class. Her love and dedication for the Tennessee Walking Horse runs deep in her soul. Lilly has attended the Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration every year of her life.

Belmont Central Elementary Fall Carnival is Oct 7th Belmont Central Elementary will hold its annual Fall Carnival on Friday October 7, 2016 from 4:30-7:30pm.

There will be activities like: Laser tag, Game truck, bouncy, Belmont Pediatric Dentistry, Hannon Orthodontist, K-9 show, Buddy Love will do Karaoke, Lil Dreams will paint nails, Sweet Frog will be out there, caricature drawing, photo

booth, McDowell Park will bring out a snake, Discover You is having a bike that makes smoothies.

There will be wonderful prizes for the kids to win and adult raffles with awesome prizes like (adult prizes valued over $5,000.00): 2 night stay at Hampton Inn at Myrtle beach, 2 night stay at Oceana Resort Myrtle beach, 4 Tweetie tickets, 2 night stay

Belmont College Abbey receives top 10 ranking Belmont Abbey College is ranked in the top ten of Best Regional Colleges in the South in the 2017 edition of U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges. This is the highest ranking in Belmont Abbey College’s history and places it among the best colleges in the nation.

The U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges rankings measure academic quality by assessing a number of categories, including graduation and retention of first year students, student selectivity, faculty resources, peer institutional assessment, financial resources, alumni giving, and graduation rate performance.

“Belmont Abbey College’s great success is due to God’s grace and our cooperation with it. The top ten ranking is a tribute to the extraordinary students, faculty, staff, administrators and monks of Belmont Abbey. Because they seek the truth in every discipline and activity of the college and, upon finding it, strive to live in response to it, excellence and virtue has become a way of life for them. It is wonderful to see their accomplishments recognized on a national stage,” said Dr. Bill Thierfelder, president of Belmont Abbey College.

Indicators used by the Best Colleges guide include input measures, which reflect the quality of students, faculty and other resources used in education; and outcome measures, such as graduation and freshman retention rates and graduation rate performance, which signal how well the institution educates its student body.

“Rankings like these simply prove our continued commitment to excellence at the Abbey,” said Dr. David Williams, Vice President of Academic Affairs and Dean of the Faculty.

“While it’s good to know that others recognize that commitment, both now and in the past, today’s announcement confirms what our students, faculty and staff have known for quite some time.”

Belmont Abbey College’s top 10 ranking can also be attributed to the prominence and recognition it has achieved as a leader of religious liberty, college affordability and virtue in sport.

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go to Belmont Central technical support. Goals this year are: to purchase 30 Chromebooks that will transform the Medial Center/Library into a 21st century learning environment; to assist implementation of One Book, One School to encouraged reading across the school; and to replace 10 IPads for teachers that are no longer funded by the county. These educational tools will help position the children and teachers of Belmont Central to achieve excellence. By giving to this annual event, you will be supporting the Belmont Central PTO as well as the approximately 780 students at the school.

Jack Sumner (Forestview/ Hampden Syndey), TJ Wilson (Hunter Huss/Lenoir Rhyne) and Pet Sumner (Gaston Day/University of Maine-Farmington) in a previous tourney at Rucker Park.

Photo courtesy Sumner Group

D3 Tournament held in New York The 6th annual D3 Tournament took place September 17th-18th at Rucker Park in Harlem, New York, according to tournament founder, Michael Sumner. Sumner’s firm, The Sumner Group, is based in Gastonia and also sponsors the annual ACC Barnstorming Tour.

D3 at Rucker is a 16- team tournament with “pool play” on the first day and a single elimination tournament on the second day.

“The tournament was established to showcase the unseen talent of Division III players and give the young men an opportunity to shine on the historic court in Rucker Park.” Sumner’s son, Pet, is a former player on the University of Maine at Farmington’s basketball team. Sumner continued, “The primary focus of the event is to continue Mr. Holcombe Rucker’s dream to encourage athlete’s to reach for the stars, whether

in sports or life. Mr. Rucker firmly believed competitive team play develops friendships and skills to last a lifetime. In terms of historic venues, Rucker Park is up there with Boston Garden, the Dean Dome and Cameron. It is the court where legends first developed slam dunks and crossover dribbles!”

The 16 teams that participated included: Lancaster (PA), Bard (NY), Kean (NJ), Cairn, VFU, Baruch, Arcadia, Springfield (MA), CCNY (NY), Brooklyn (NY), and Immaculata (PA). Last year’s tournament was won by Lancaster Bible College.

Sumner concluded, “The inaugural year proved to be a very successful tournament so we decided to make it an annual event. The response was so overwhelming it has evolved from a one-day tournament with 8 teams to the current 2-day, sixteen team event.”

The SGCSA Flames White U12 boys’ soccer team claimed first place in the 2016 Discoveries Soccer Club Rock Hill Classic September 10-11 at the Novant Health BMX Supercross Track in Rock Hill, S.C. The team beat the Charlotte Eagles in the championship game 2-1. Pictured are: (top row, from left) Aedan Corcoran, Anthony Anselmo, Coach Coley Campbell, Jacob Hogan, Yahir Gonzalez, Caleb Campbell, J.R. Driggers, Drew Crotts, Connor Smith, Colin McAlister, Rich Wills, Lewis O’Tuel and Assistant Coach Andy Crotts.

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Warriors get first win, beat Cherryville 29-19

By John Wilson john.bannernews@gmail.com

The going had been tough for the East Gaston Warriors.

2016 was proving to be a tough year. Injuries, ineffective play and a host of other problems had haunted the Warriors thus far.

Going into week 5 the Warriors were facing off against a feisty Cherryville Ironmen team. With the way things had been going for the Warriors anything could have happened.

But as it turned out for the Warriors, things were not that bad. EG turned a 3rd quarter special teams play into a chance to mount an assault that Cherryville could not overcome.

Right from the beginning Coach Sean Joyce was holding nothing back. TheWarriors surprised everyone with an on sides kick on the opening play. Throughout the game aggressive play calling was employed by both coaches.

Both teams played well in the first half. But no one was able to pull away.

As the Warriors and Ironmen went to the locker room EG was up 8-7. At this point anything was possible.

Halfway through the 3rd quarter the Warriors were up 1513. The Ironmen had held tight. The Warriors needed something to happen if they wanted to put Cherryville away.

And then it happened.

With 7:14 on the clock in the 3rd quarter Cherryville was facing a 4th down punting situation.

And just like a well timed THUMP in a Dr Seuss book, sophomore Brodie Hilton crashed in on the right side of the Cherryville line. Hilton went in virtually unopposed to block the punt. The Warriors recovered the ball on the Ironmen 39 yard line.

That one play may not have been much. But at that moment not much proved to be enough.

And just like that. The tempo seemed to shift.

Two plays later Nick Ferens added a THUMP of his own.

Ferens took a sweep off the right side. At first it looked like he had nothing. But then Ferens turned nothing into something.

Something big.

The senior eluded a host of defenders to go 34 yards and give the Warriors a much needed TD. After those two plays the Warriors started to dominate. The Warriors were now up 22-13 In the 4th quarter Warrior quarterback Josh Benfield scored off of a 7 yard run.

That run pushed things further in East Gaston’s direction.

The Warriors were now up 29-13 Cherryville scored again in the 4th but it was too little too late. The damage had been done. EG would get its much needed win.

Josh Benfield, Nick Gwinn and Nick Ferens all had had good games for East Gaston.

Ferens had 200 all purpose yards. On the receiving end he had six grabs for 134 yards and a touchdown. Ferens also turned three carries into 66 yards and another TD. Benfield went 12 of 16 passes for 166 yards and a TD. In the rushing department, Benfield ran 16 times for 43 yards and a score.

Nick Gwinn had 115 yards off of 16 carries. Gwinn had a

The East Gaston HS Warriors defense lines up against the visiting CHS Ironmen last Friday, Sept. 16, 2016, at Arrowhead Stadium. The Warriors won the game 29-19.

Photo by Michael E. Powell/The Cherryville Eagle most impressive 7.1 yard per carry rushing average. Gwinn also scored a touchdown in the early the 3rd quarter.

Cherryville QB Preston Elliott scampers for yardage.

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Gaston College offerings include Manufacturing Boot Camp Gaston College offers Basic Computer Technology Having a fundamental knowledge of computer technology is an advantage when seeking employment in almost every workplace.

The Human Resources Development (HRD) program at Gaston College offers a course that introduces basic computer skills and also gives tips on how job-seekers can present themselves in the most positive light.

The Basic Computer Technology and Occupational Effectiveness course allows students to explore fundamental computer functions such as keyboarding; internet and email skills; basic skills in word processing; spreadsheets; netiquette; customer service skills; work ethics; employer expectations; career exploration; and job-seeking and jobkeeping skills. The class also includes business etiquette, workplace effectiveness, and developing good work habits.

The course is offered in the Dalpiaz Student Success Center on the Gaston College Dallas Campus. Classes meet on Monday through Thursday from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m.

Sessions are scheduled as follows: Monday, October 10, through Thursday, October 20; Monday, November 7, through Thursday, November 17.

Tuition is at no cost to eligible unemployed and underemployed individuals. For more information about the Basic Computer Technology and Occupational Effectiveness course, contact Teresa Hudspeth with Gaston College at 704-922-6546, or hudspeth. teresa@gaston.edu Gaston College plans Manufacturing Boot Camp Gaston College offers a selection of Human Resources Development (HRD) courses that can prepare individuals for their next job or a new career. The HRD program features classes that build computer skills, develop valuable job traits, and add strategies to the job search process. The courses are available at no charge to those meeting eligibility requirements.

Studies have shown that there will be an annual increase in manufacturing jobs through 2019. Regional manufacturers have expressed a need for skilled workers to fill those positions, and the Gaston College HRD program includes courses that introduce students to basic manufacturing skills.

Manufacturing Boot Camp is a two-module, 40-hour program designed to prepare individuals for entry-level positions in Advanced

Manufacturing. The program is on-going, with new sessions beginning approximately every month. Scheduling will be based upon the needs of enrolled participants. Class size generally ranges from eight to 10 students.

Module One will meet for four 5-hour classes totaling 20 hours. The Module One topics include skills for successful teams, personal effectiveness, and professionalism skills. Module One will be offered in the Dalpiaz Student Success Center on the Gaston College Dallas Campus. Classes meet on Monday through Thursday from noon to 5 p.m. and sessions are scheduled as follows: Monday, September 26 –Thursday, September 29; Monday, October 24 –Thursday, October 27; Monday, November 28 –Thursday, December 1.

Module Two classes also meet for four 5-hour classes totaling 20 hours. Students will take these classes after completing Module One. This module focuses on actual applicable skills for the manufacturing process.

Students will gain a better understanding of math and measurements, principles of manufacturing, and computer skills. Module Two classes take place in the Dalpiaz Student Success Center, on Monday through Thursday from noon to 5 p.m. The Module Two sessions are scheduled as follows: Monday, October 3 – Thursday, October 6; Monday, October 31 – Thursday, November Monday, December 5 – Thursday, December 8.

A 40-hour investment of time in the Manufacturing Boot Camp program can provide a promising path to employment. All interested individuals are encouraged to inquire about the program and Manufacturing Boot Camp administrators also hope to recruit individuals who are enrolled in the Department of Social Services Work First program.

Tuition is at no cost to eligible unemployed and underemployed individuals. For more information about the Manufacturing Boot Camp course, contact Teresa Hudspeth with Gaston College at 704-922-6546, or hudspeth.teresa@gaston.edu.

Computers for Medical Office course at Gaston College Computers for Medical Office, a course offered by the Human Resources Development (HRD) program at Gaston College, explores the use of computers for applications like word processing and spreadsheets, while examining career opportunities within the field of healthcare.

Through this course, individuals will examine skills needed for careers in medical

offices, and will be exposed to the various skills needed for clerical positions within the medical office. Class topics will focus on service skills specific to a medical office environment, including electronic medical records requirements, various types of insurance, and confidentiality issues. The class also covers professionalism; customer service and communication skills; workplace ethics; business etiquette; confidentiality; and more.

The course is held in the Dalpiaz Student Success Center on the Gaston College Dallas Campus. Classes meet on Monday through

Thursday from 8 a.m. to 12 noon. Sessions are scheduled as follows: Monday, September 26 – Thursday, October 6; Monday, October 10 – Thursday, October 20; Monday, October 24 – Thursday, November 3; Monday, November 7 – Thursday, November 17; Monday, November 28 – Thursday, December 8.

Tuition is at no cost to eligible unemployed and underemployed individuals. For more information about the Computers for Medical Office course, contact Melvina Booker of Gaston College at 704-922-2244, or booker.melvina@gaston.edu

The Board of Education recognized Stephanie Gardner, Chris Goodson, Jason Mammano and Heather Mathis who recently earned recognition as a Google for Education Certified Trainer. The four instructional technology facilitators earned certification by passing a series of exams and demonstrating a strong history of training other educators with Google tools. Gaston County Schools has been a Google Apps for Education district for six years. All students and teachers are working on the same platforms, using Gmail, Google Drive, Google Classroom, and the growing range of Google apps. Instructional technology facilitators learn how apps can be used in the teaching and learning process, then train teachers and students in the classroom.

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Carolina Pro Musica concert is Sept. 28th As the world celebrates the heritage of William Shakespeare who died 400 years ago this year, Carolina Pro Musica presents a concert entitled “Wit & Wisdom from Will” on September 26, 2016 at 8:00 PM in the Belmont Abbey Basilica, Belmont, NC as Arts at the Abbey begins another season. The program features music from Shakespeare’s time, selections using texts from the plays that were composed in the later centuries (18th-21st). Admission is free. Donations are gladly accepted. For directions to the college and other details see www.bac.edu. Featured is the Abbey’s ensemble inresidence, Carolina Pro Mu-

Photo courtesy Carolina Pro Musica sica which includes Gastonia native Rebecca Miller Saunders, soprano. Members pictured are Karen Hite Jacob,

harpsichord, director, Eddie Ferrell, recorders, flute, mandolin and Holly Wright Maurer, viols, and recorder.

OCEAN LAKES MYRTLE BEACH, SC “A Family Favorite”

! y a w a Get Gaston Christian girls golf won their matchlaast week at Pine Island CC against Gaston Day by a score of 130 to 175. Taylor Hinson was low medalist today with a 2 under 34. Taylor Williams shot a 42 to help with the victory for Gaston Christian.

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Chase Roberts has been part of the Y Flag Football for the last 3 years. Chase has always been shy, but the Y program has allowed him to come out of his shell and interact with other kids his age and gain a sense of team work. “Other than being safe and have a sense of belonging, we want him to learn the importance of sportsmanship, getting him out of the house away from video games and into physical activities,” says his Mother,Tracey Roberts. Join the Gaston County Family YMCA for Fall Flag Football 2016. Ages 7 to Middle School.

Practice begins the week of October 20th and games will follow beginning October 31st. Teams will practice twice a week for two weeks on Mondays and Saturdays. Each team will play 8 games which will take place on Mondays and Saturdays following the first 2 weeks of practice. Registration is open now until October 14th. Contact Michael Stout at mstout@gastonymca. org for more information.

Photo courtesy Tracey Roberts

By MASTROIANNI & HART

The Board of Education recognized Instructional Technology Facilitators Teressa Thomassen and Stephanie Gardner for being selected to represent Gaston County Schools at the annual Discovery Education Network Summer Institute. This is an outstanding professional development and networking event focused on using technology in the classroom. It attracts educators from across the country and all over the world, and the application process is very competitive.

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The Board of Education recognized Gaston County Schools Athletic Director Chad Duncan (center) as the Region 6 Athletic Director of the Year. The recognition is presented by the N.C. Athletic Directors Association to a recipient in each of the state’s eight school regions. Region 6 includes schools in the greater Charlotte area.

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The Board of Education recognized Laura Sexton (center), a teacher at the Gaston Early College High School, who was named the Spanish Teacher of the Year by the Foreign Language Association of North Carolina. She will be formally recognized during the association’s conference in October.

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Mount Holly graduate awarded Cracker Barrel Foundation Scholarship The Cracker Barrel Old Country Store Foundation has announced that Mount Holly’s Haleigh Grindstaff was awarded a $2,500 academic college scholarship for the 2016-2017 school year as part of its annual Employee Scholarship Program.

Grindstaff is studying Biology at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. Her mother, Shelly Hinson, is a fulltime employee at Cracker Barrel Old Country Store®.

The Cracker Barrel Old Country Store Foundation is a nonprofit corporation created by Cracker Barrel Old Country Store® in 1993. The Foundation has awarded millions of dollars in grants to support numerous nonprofits and charitable programs. It also supports the annual Employee Scholarship Program, which recognizes and rewards the accomplishments of Cracker Barrel employees and their children who excel in their studies and serve their communities. Since 1996, the program has awarded over $1 million in scholarships to more than 800 students.

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ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS If you want to drink that is your business, if you want to stop, we can help. For help or meeting info.

Call 704-865-1561 (24 hrs.).

RETIREE WILL REPAIR, REFINISH and restore anything wood. Antiques, Furniture, WoodTone Exterior and Interior Doors, Trim, Moulding, Paneling. Also natural finishes restored to Cabinets, Cabinet painting & Furniture painting. 704-860-2662.

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704-418-2244.

2016 TOYOTA TACOMA SR5, V6, 4dr, 2 wheel drive, 3100 miles, still under warranty. Black/ gray interior. $29,000. 704-4199389.

1984 FORD F-250, 5.8 engine, granny 4 sp, nice truck. $1850 obo. 704-974-1255.

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704-538-0555.

FALL CUTTING FESCUE HAY: RESIDENTIAL PAINTING: Interi- round bales 4x5, $25 bale. You or/Exterior, 30 years experience. pick up. Taking orders. 828-657No job too big or small. Free es- 5587, 828-429-9013, leave message if no answer. timates. Local references, Call 1941 JOHN DEERE Model B 828-817-4247.

Tractor with hand crank. Has been restored with new front CAMPERS wheels & tires, new rear tires.

2012 ACE MOTORHOME. V-10, $4000. 828-228-7710.

1 slideout, queen size bed, sleeps FOR RENT 8. 4000+ original miles, $62,000 or resume pmts. 704-419-2084.

PROPERTY FOR RENT 5200 sq.

SCENIC RIDGE CAMP- ft. in strip mall. Red Top Village GROUND, Cherryville, NC. RV, beside Kidney Dialysis Clinic, tent sites, cabins. Ask about 20% Kings Mtn. Call 864-936-7311 or OFF Seasonal Sites. 704-284- 704-692-2912 4721.

1995 LINCOLN. $1000. 1975 Dodge truck, $2500. Pool table, 8x10, $300. 828-223-1982. Also electric wheel chair, $1000. 704- 1989 PROWLER BY FLEET406-9587.

WOOD. 5th wheel camper. 26 ft, 1996 TOYOTA PICKUP, T-100 real clean, $4500 obo. 704-974extended cab, 4WD, V-6, auto, 1255.

191K miles, black w/chrome rims. 2014 27’ TRAVEL TRAILER, $500/offer. 828-223-1538. great condition, $10,000. 7042014 BUICK LACROSSE, 14K miles, pearl white, all options.

Sold new for $46K. Runs and drives like new, Salvage title. $17K firm. Hamrick Auto Sales.

704-477-2713, leave message.

578-4431.

FOR SALE ELECTRIC FIREPLACE, 110 volts, natural flames, heater/blower, remote, dark hardwood, 60”Wx39”Hx19”D, $599 new, asking $399. New condition, no scratches. 828-980-0418.

Call Kathy today!

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ETERNAL HILLS, TWO SPAC- MUSCADINES & SCUPADINES ES, Good Shepherd Rose Lawn for sale. 828-245-0956.

Memorial Gardens, $800 each SUNQUEST WOLFF PRO 24 and deed transfer. 828-248-1226.

R Tanning Bed, good condition, HAY, 1st QUALITY Fertilized $500. 828-748-5231.

Fescue & Orchard. Square bales, (1) BARBER CHAIR, 3 station $4 you pick up in field. 4x5 round bales, $45 you pick up in field, I sink with chair. (1) Stylist chair & waiting chairs, $500 for all. 828will load. 828-429-3100.

748-7437.

1996 COLEMAN FLEETWOOD Pop-up Camper with air & heat, MORGAN’S FIREWOOD SERvery good condition. Also, Show VICE; Fresh cut Oak, 1/2 ton pickBantam Chickens. 828-247-6014, up load cut, split & delivered, $60.

Short chunks for small stoves & 704-473-6970. bigger chunks for regular size COUCH, 2 MATCHING recliners, stoves. 1-828-395-0758. $325. Couch/chair, $150. Dinette table & 4 chairs, $125. Bedroom WHIRLPOOL WASHER & DRYsuit with dresser & chest, $350. ER in Forest City, $150 each.

828-395-2434.

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(2) RECLINERS, one is power. 8x12 carpet w/design. Louis Lamour pocketbooks, Queen mattress. No reasonable offer refused! 828-229-3284.

USED CAMPER TOPS: Various Sizes & Styles. Also buying them in Rutherford County. 828-9800881.

WYNWOOD COLLECTION 5 piece bedroom set, includes beautiful 4 drawer/2 shelve anwar-king size bed, 9 drawer dresser/mirror, 7 drawer chest, 3 drawer night stand $2500 obo.

Black Ikea twin bed frame, $75.

828-447-6450.

2007 SUZUKI HAYABUSA, 1300cc, 10K miles, very clean, one owner, limited edition. Lots of extras. Candy Sonoma Red. $8500 obo. Also 2014 6x12 enclosed trailer, like new. Asking $1200. 828-289-0989

PETS/LIVESTOCK REG CHIHUAHUA $150 each.

Shots UTD. Call for more info.

Appleheads $200 ea. 704-8135981.

CKC GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES, available, 9/24/16. $425. Parents on site. Now taking deposit. 980-295-0923.

SHI-TZU, PEKA-TZU & PEKINESE PUPPIES, CKC registered.

SIDE BY SIDE white refrigerator/ 1st shot & worming. 864-490freezer with ice dispenser in For- 4979, text only. est City, $300; 68” tall x 32’ wide.

MORKIE PUPPIES ready for a 828-395-2434. forever family. $400. Call 704ROPER WASHER & DRYER, 649-0530 and leave a message. good condition, $200. Solid Oak LIVESTOCK FOR SALE Pure dining set, chairs & hutch, $250.

Breed, Angus Bulls and Heifers.

Tom Clark gnomes. 828-447- Jacob Fork Ranch. Call 704-5383363.

1199 or 704-600-7847.

(2) SHOW CASES, 5’ long, $100 each OBO. Lots of 50% OFF items at Ole Grey’s, inside Tri-City Mall. 828-223-5668.

3/4 SIMMENTAL, 1/4 ANGUS BULL. Color black. DOB 02/01/16.

Wormed, weaned, sire & dam on site, $900. 704220V MEAT GRINDER, $850. 472-1754. 8am-8pm.

Meat Saw, $500. Ent. Center, 2 MALE TOY AUSTRALIAN $25. File Cabinets, $100ea. Shop SHEPHERD PUPPIES. 1 whiteSaw, $150. Generator, $100. 828- blue merle, 1 white-chocolate ANTIQUE BEDROOM SUITE 447-0913. ears. ASDR registry, $300. 1st 1940s Waterfall, bed, chest of shots & wormed. 704-482-0178 drawers, and vanity with round MOTORCYLES FREE KITTENS TO A loving mirror. $300. 828-228-7710. home. Litter trained. 9 wks old.

WOOD STOVE INSERT with 2013 HONDA GOLDWING F6B, 704-300-1934. blower, $350. Troy-bilt lawnmow- 2500 miles. Selling because of er, 42” cut with grass catcher, health, can’t ride. Like new, BEAUTIFUL HUSKY STUD for original owners manual, $300. $10,500 after 5pm. 704-480- hire. Dark grey with much wolf 828-817-4247.

7324. brown markings. 704-259-5052.

WANT TO BUY: Pop-Up Camp- NEED CASH? BUY MOST ANYTHING THAT’S A BARGAIN. ers. Call 828-429-3935.

Car, Truck, RV Camper, Jeep, 2008 20’ FREEDOM SPIRIT 68 Camaro, Trailer Cargo, SubCAMPER, $6000 OBO. Will trade urban. NO JUNK! Must have title. for Farm Tractor with Front Load- 4 Wheelers, Golf Cart, Tractor, 2009 FORD RANGER, 114,000 er & Bush Hog. 843-441-2268 Guns. Don’t call if not a bargain. miles. Auto, P/S,P/B, A/C, tilt, (local).

828-551-7176. cruise, reg. cab, tool box, 2nd owner, $7500. Blacksburg. 864OKRA FOR SALE, $32 per bushEMPLOYMENT 838-4763. el. Billy Wells, 828-245-0248.

SOUTH POINT UMC IN BEL1999 DODGE RAM 1500. 2003 VW Bug. Both excellent running MONT, NC is seeking a parttime pianist or organist/music condition. 864-490-6809. director for 11:00 a.m. Sunday 1995 OLDSMOBILE 88. Blue w/ worship and Wednesday evening tan interior. 36,860 miles. Good choir practice. This position rereliable condition. $3850. 704- quires approximately 3-4 hours a 487-7578. week for worship, choir practice, 1996 MAZDA PICKUP, 4x4, special services. The musician auto, 6 cylinder, extended cab, will accompany and lead hymns runs good, $2700 or trade for nice on the piano/organ, provide music for prelude and special music Dune Buggy. 828-817-3482. during the service. Contact Rev. 1991 MAZDA MIATA, 5-speed, Erin Yow at eyow@wnccumc.net white with new black top, 170,591 or Connie Neagle at 704-616miles, in good condition. $3000 0151 for more information. firm. 828-228-7710.

CLASS A CDL TRACTOR/ Classified Deadline 1973 VOLKSWAGEN Super TRAILER DRIVER, must have Beetle, orange with a black stripe, is Friday at 3pm clean driving history (last 2 yrs), 1 owner, 96,825 miles, excellent DOT Physical/Drug/Alcohol test Per Week for the following condition, $8000. 828-228-7710. required. Truck lane - NC to Thursday’s Edition 2011 RANGER XLT, 4 wheel Florida. Out 3 to 4 days; home Based on 20 word limit per week - add 30¢ per word, per week over 20 drive, 4 door, 4.0 engine, auto- W/E. Pays $.35 to $.45 per mile, Clip & Mail matic, 78k miles, $10,900. 828- empty and loaded, based on ex287-3820. perience. Detention pay, Pickup Name: _____________________________________________________________________________________ 1984 CORVETTE, Silver Anniver- and Drop pay. Briarpatch GreenAddress: ___________________________________________City______________________ Zip____________ sary, $4500 as is! Firm. 828-245- houses, Inc. 2427 Oak Grove Rd, Shelby, NC 704-481-0014.

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Thursday, September 22, 2016

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 Doffer’s Canteen Restaurant 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

Stanley

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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TUESDAY:

One kid per adult eats FREE

WEDNESDAY:

1/2 price bottle of wine & glasses

SUNDAY:

Simonetti’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

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

H&M Deli and Market 1019 Wilkerson Blvd.

Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 820-8611

55 Glenway Street Belmont, NC 28012

704-829-7717 www.glenwaypremiumpub.com