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Pipeline problem had people scurrying for gas last week By Alan Hodge alan.bannernews@gamil.com
A petroleum pipeline spill in Alabama had people in our area and elsewhere scrambling for gasoline last week. As is generally been the case time and time again over the years, the mere mention of a gasoline shortage sent many motorists speeding to convenience stores, service stations, and other fueling spots looking to fill up. The cause of the mini-panic was a 300,000+ gallon leak on a Colonial Pipeline tube that supplies five states- Alabama, Georgia, Tennessee, South Carolina, and North Carolina. Colonial has two lines supplying the East Coast and the firm was working to fix the leak on the broken one and while that job was going on trying to divert fuel to the second one. Last week, NC Gov. Pat McCrory issued an executive order setting aside driving hour restrictions for truckers delivering fuel.. The order also prohibited price gouging for fuel. Both orders will remain in effect for 30 days. McCrory also activated the state Emergency Operations Center. Nonetheless, fuel prices in many locations began to rise last week in response to the leak. The average gas price for a gallon of regular in NC rose from $2.05 to around $2.30 in just a few days. NC Attorney General Roy Cooper told consumers to look out for price gouging and to report it. He said his office had received 1,000 such complaints. According to Cooper, price gougers can face fines of up to $5,000 for each violation under North Carolina law. Cooper asks you take photos of gas signs and copy See GAS SHORTAGE page 2 Butch Larson of Belmont was happy to find some gas during the mini-shortage last week.
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Bobby Brown makes Guinness Book of Records Hurricane Hugo brought us together
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The famed Guinness Book of World Records has some interesting stuff including the world's oldest wing walker (90 years old), and the world's record for being an ice cream man (67 years). Now it has another esteemed entry in local resident, writer, and raconteur Bobby Brown. Brown, you see, is proud to have the label and Guinness Book inclusion as “Longest Living Survivor of Double Bypass Surgery”. He received his official notice and certificate from the Guinness folks in August. Brown's bypass operation took place in 1975 at the Sanger Heart Clinic in Charlotte when he was just 37-years-old. This November he will celebrate his 78th birthday- a miracle considering his father and two brothers all died of heart disease in their early 40s. Brown credits his longevity to the amazing doctors, namely Michael Tamberella, MD at CaroMont Heart and the nurses and medical teams who have come to his aide through the years. Brown had to undergo additional surgeries after his first bypass
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because medicine at the time wasn't as advanced as it is now. Today, the artery that is typically used from the chest wall for bypass can last a lifetime if used correctly. Because of his surgery experience, Brown now volunteers for Mended Hearts Chapter 379 at CaroMont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia. Every week, he meets and talks with patients who have undergone or will be having some kind of heart surgery to remind them that there is life after a heart attack and inspires them to have hope. Brown often compares his surgeries to his car. He owns a 1930 Ford Model A, and every morning he goes down to make sure nothing is leaking and tightens the screws. The same is true for his heart because he says “we're under repair”. Brown says he's telling his story of longevity and survival not because he wants the glory but because he wants his story to be told so that if there's another longer survivor somewhere, he'll be more than happy to give up Local author Bobby Brown is now in the Guinhis title. He says that "nothing would ness Book of World Records for being the lonthrill me more than calling that person gest double bypass surgery survivor. Contributed photo See BOBBY BROWN page 3
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It’s been 27 years since Hurricane Hugo pounded the Piedmont on Sept. 22, 1989, but the memory of that meteorological mayhem, the weeks of cleanup, and how local folks pulled together to recover from the disaster lives on. After Hugo departed, our entire region was declared a disaster area by President Bush. The first images of Hugo's wrath that folks saw on the front page of the Belmont Banner showed downed power lines, the screen of the Belmont Drive In Theater lying in a twisted heap, homes with shingles torn away, the water tower at Parkdale Mills with its top missing, and the ticket booth at South Point High sans its roof. Hugo caused students at Belmont Abbey to be sent home. The roof of the Haid was torn off. The cross at the top of the Abbey bell tower was blown askew. Belmont’s city manager at the time, Ken York, talked about the mess Hugo left. “Due to the large mass of tree debris on the sides of the streets, it will take a massive effort to achieve total cleanup.” In McAdenville, Police Chief James Swanson had a near miss Hugo-style when a tree hit his patrol car as he was driving through town. “I was coming down Main Street at Mockingbird Lane when the rear end of the car was struck,” Swanson said at the See HUGO page 2
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receipts when reporting concerns. If someone sees what they suspect is gasoline price gouging, contact the NC Dept. of Justice at nando.com/gouging. Or, mail a complaint to: Consumer Protection Division: Attorney General's Office, Mail Service Center 9001, Raleigh, NC 27699-9001. Or, call 1-877-5-NO-SCAM (toll-free within North Carolina) or 919-716-6000. Local reaction to the mini-shortage was mixed. “People have been going crazy,” said Kenny Rollins, owner of Rollins 76 service station on Hickory Grove Rd. in North Belmont. “But I don't think the situation is all that bad.” Last week, Rollins had fuel, but the convenience store across the road had bags on their pumps for a while. Motorist Butch Larson of Belmont was glad to find a station with fuel on Wilkinson Blvd. and had a unique thought on the shortage situation. “They blame it on the broken line,” Larson said. “But it's just another order from the White House.”
Larson's traveling companion, Coy Hiland, had this remark. “If the line broke that's OK,” he said. “But other than that it's political or some of Hillary's stuff.” Scott Huffman owns Image Gallery in Belmont, but lives in Cherryville. “Stations running out of gas is like a self fulfilling prophesy,” he said. “Everybody runs to fill up everything they own. I went to three stations in Cherryville and they were all out of gas.” Belmont resident Mika Christopher went to Rocky Mount to see her boyfriend and had a tough time finding gas on the journey. “It sucks,” she said. “I had to go to seven exits on US64 before I could find some gas.” Things should be better gasoline-wise this week. A press release from Colonial Pipeline said repairs would have fuel flowing back to normal levels any day now so people can relax. Repeat, relax.
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time. “It just pushed the car on across the street.” Swanson and others worked to clear limbs and debris from the roads in McAdenville, where the damage estimate from Hugo was $1.7 million. That included 300 homes with minor to heavy damage, the roof of the town hall being blown off, and the police department being flooded. An estimated 2,000 trees were down in McAdenville. In Mount Holly, Mayor Charles Black spoke after Hugo had departed. “We can survive,” he said. “We’ve had people offering to help in any way they can.” To house those whose homes were damaged by Hugo, the Mount Holly Jr. High gym was opened as an emergency shelter. Members of the Catawba Heights VFD went to work helping clear streets and yards of limbs and trees. Mount Holly police Sgt. Bob Johnson reported there were no injuries due to the storm. However, cars were damaged. “We did have some trees striking moving vehicles,” he said. In Stanley, the town’s civil defense siren tower was broken and trees were devastated. “It’s something I have never seen before and don’t want to see again,” said Police Chief Donnie Davis. Stanley police worked 16-18 hour shifts after the storm. Stanley Mayor Ned Cannon praised the town’s citizens. “I’m proud of the people of Stanley,” he said. “We came through the storm well.” Also in the aftermath of Hugo, the Red Cross set up mobile kitchens in the Belmont/ Mount Holly area that served Hugo victims sandwiches, soup, and drinks. The kitchens were located at places such as Mount Holly Jr. High, Belmont First Presbyterian, and Stanley Rescue Squad. A photo in the Mount Holly News showed Red Cross volunteers from Michigan handing out vittles to folks. To get the electricity flowing again to the thousands of area homes that were without it, crews from Alabama Power and Light came up to help Duke Power workers. In appreciation, Allen Foreman in North Belmont hung an old quilt with the words “Thank You AlabamaPower and Light” painted on it from his front porch. People pulled together to help one another after Hugo. One person that the Banner profiled in this regard was Ann Auten of Catawba Heights who was helping her disabled neighbor, Shirley Robinson, cope with being without electricity by cooking meals for her on a camp stove. Another story talked about how Stanley postmaster Frank Guida and his colleagues at the post office were loaned a generator so they would have lights to sort the mail. These days, people still recall where they were and what they felt during and after Hugo. Though the experience was frightening, the way that people bonded to weather the storm of the century was a testament to the strength of the communities in our area.
Like fall wildflowers, plastic bags bloomed last week on a number of area gas pumps. Photos by Alan Hodge
This home in Mt. Holly was typical of many in our area after Hurricane Hugo's visit. Archival photo
Downtown Belmont events October 1st -Big Sweep Litter Sweep! – Keep Belmont Beautiful. Litter Pick-up begins at 9am – Hot Dogs will be served to participants at 11:30am. Register at 704-825-8587. For more information: www.keepbelmontbeautiful.org and facebook. October 1st - Belmont Abbey Gas prices in our area rose at least twently cents a gallon in a few days last week due to the Colonial Pipeline break.
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MH Sports Hall of Fame news
The Mount Holly Sports Hall of Fame has completed its 2016 calendar by disbursing payments to local nonprofits in keeping with its commitment to distribute 10% of its yearend balance of funds. Stuart Cramer Men's Basketball received $300, Mt Holly Dixie Youth All-Stars received $250 and Mt Holly Community Relief Organization received $950. The 2017 officers are Gary Neely, President; Eddie Wilson, Secretary; and Doug Smith, Treasurer. After 10 years the MHSHOF has inducted 64 individuals and teams into its ranks.
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BOBBY BROWN to congratulate them." In addition to Mended Hearts, Brown has made use of his “extra” years in a number of other interesting ways. He's written four books, including his latest one “Some Things That Come With Life”. He was one of the driving forces to get the “Spirit of the Fighting Yank” WWII memorial statue moved to Stowe Park in Belmont where it stands as a centerpiece of the downtown area. Brown was also instrumental in forming the Belmont Historical Society and is on the board of the Belmont Sports Hall of Fame. “I am proud to be alive and want to show heart operation folks hope,” Brown said. “I know that when I see a person with a red, heart-shaped pillow that deep in his or her mind is the question of how long they have to live. I want them to know that it's not the end, but a new beginning.” About the Guinness Book of Records: The idea for a book of records begins in the early 1950s when Sir Hugh Beaver
From page 1 (1890—1967), Managing Director of the Guinness Brewery, attends a shooting party in County Wexford. There, he and his hosts argue about the fastest game bird in Europe, and fail to find an answer in any reference book. In 1954, recalling his shooting party argument, Sir Hugh has the idea for a Guinness promotion based on the idea of settling pub arguments and invites the twins Norris (1925—2004) and Ross McWhirter (1925—75) to compile a book of facts and figures. Guinness Superlatives is incorporated on 30 November and the office opens in two rooms in a converted gymnasium on the top floor of Ludgate House, 107 Fleet Street. After an initial research phase, work begins on writing the book, which takes 13 and a half 90-hour weeks, including weekends and bank holidays. Little do the McWhirters know that taking shape is a book that will go on to become an all-time best seller and one of the most recognized Brown approaches his health like the maintenance on his 1930 Model A- make sure the screws are tight and nothing is leakContributed photo and trusted brands in the world. ing.
Mt. Holly has great Art and Music Festival The 9th Annual Mount Holly Art & Music Festival was held this past weekend, September 23-24 in historic downtown Mount Holly, NC. About 2,000 people turned out for great food, fantastic art, and incredible musicians. Friday night David Childers & the Serpents opened the festival with hundreds of fans. While Saturday was hot, people were glad to see the sunny weather this year and shop amongst the two dozens artisans displaying everything from glass art to photography to hand crafted musical instruments. Food trucks offered a variety of popular fare, including incredible BBQ, kettle corn, and a lot of lemonade. Closing out the festival on Saturday night were local favorites Gal Friday Band and
Big Daddy Love, who was introduced by 107.9 The Link. The festival is produced by the Mount Holly Community Development Foundation and foundation director, Carson Dean, said he couldn’t have been more pleased. “We had steady crowds all weekend and everyone enjoyed the festivities. I can’t think of a better way to showcase what a wonderful place Mount Holly is to live, work, shop, and play.” The Foundation had incredible support from local volunteers including students from Stuart Cramer High School. The Foundation gets tremendous support from local businesses who sponsor the weekend’s festivities, as well as the City of Mount Holly. All-Infall, it was a terrific way to end the summer.
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Belmont officers save man On September 19th, 2016 at 07:47 am, and the subject and as they got closer CorCorporal Mason and Sgt. Robin Cassel of poral Mason pulled out his phone and held it the Belmont Police Department were dis- out to distract the subject. When the officers patched to a welfare check call on Park were close enough, Corporal Mason grabbed Street in Belmont. Gaston County Commu- the subject’s arm and pulled him back and nications had received several calls report- off of the railing. The subject was taken to ing that there was a white male attempting to the ground and secured. Corporal Mason’s jump off of the bridge from Park Street onto actions placed the safety of the subject above I-85. Upon arrival they observed a white his own and at great risk to his own life. His male sitting on the rail in a position to jump. actions clearly prevented the subject from Corporal Mason and Sgt. Cassel immedi- receiving serious injuries or death. The subately got out of their cars and started talking ject was transported to the hospital for treatto the subject. Corporal Mason recognized ment. Any questions should be directed to the subject and called his name. Both of- Andy Leonard at aleonard@cityofbelmont. Stowe Family YMCA held a Lunch and Learn event on Sept. 22. Jenny Marshall taught a class on ficers quickly closed the gap between them org. "Going Green". This is a plant based, high nutrient diet focused on health and served the class green smoothies and banana shakes. The next Lunch and Learn will be Wednesday, October 19. We Welcome Your Comments - Send your letter to the editor to The topic is "The 5 things you need to know about Social Security". YMCA photo
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on treatment options. Sometimes surgery may be required to remove the prostate and surrounding lymph nodes, other times radiation and brachytherapy (implanting of tiny radioactive “seeds” directly into the tissue) are effective. In some men, certain hormone therapies have proven effective in shrinking prostate tumors, but such treatments have proven problematic for others. The death rate for African-Americans who have undergone hormone therapy in treatment of prostate cancer is much higher than men of other ethnicities. Multi-parametric MRI on the other hand has proven to be effective in all groups as it often provides latitude for doctors and patients to proceed with “active surveillance,” a non-invasive monitoring option. Multi-parametric imaging
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Meditations Be doers of the word When I use the word “interesting,” friends know there is a deeper meaning behind it. A friend asked me about a particular situation. I responded, “It is an interesting story.” She said, “Oh that means I am in for it.” I often wonder what parishioners mean when they use certain phrases. Clergy receive interesting phrases from some parishioners after a sermon, e.g. nice talk today pastor, you gave me food for thought; that was a good sermon, and I only fell asleep once. When we hear “nice talk” or “good sermon” what we are hearing is “not so good sermon” or “I will take the words into consideration.” Pastors are not lecturing on rock formation. We spend ten to twenty hours praying through the very living Word of God to preach to the people of God. “For the word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and of spirit, of joints and of marrow, and discerning the thoughts and intentions of the heart.” Hebrews 4:12 ESV. A sermon that pours forth the living word of God can open us up to reveal places in need of spiritual transformation. God’s word is the only guide that teaches us how to live as Christians in a broken world. Each time we encounter the word of God we should be changed by it. The question we should go with is “How will I apply the word to my life today.” “But be doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves. For if anyone is a hearer of the word and not a doer, he is like a man who looks intently at his natural face in a
mirror. For he looks at himself and goes away and at once forgets what he was like.” James 1:2223 ESV. When we awake each morning, we spend time in the shower, brushing our teeth and comb- Rev. Angela Pleasants ing our hair. We gaze First United into the mirror mak- Methodist Church, ing sure everything Mount Holly is in place before starting the day. But, often we don’t give any lasting thought to our look. When we read or hear God’s word preached, we should spend time pouring over the message. Instead of walking away forgetting what we heard or read, we should allow the word to form who we are in Christ. It’s not enough to say I went to church and heard a nice sermon. How will I change because of what I heard? How will my relationships look differently? How will my language change? Jesus said, “If you abide in my word, you are truly my disciples.” John 8:31 ESV. A disciple attaches himself to a teacher. This person will listen and absorb what is being taught and live into what they learn. We are challenged to continue to dwell on the word of God, but also make sure we are obedient to what we hear. Here is a tip, the next time you hear a sermon share how you will live into what you learned from the message.
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Nan Lovelace McGlohon
Nan Lovelace McGlohon, 95, wife of the late Loonis McGlohon, died on September 21, 2016 at the Sharon Towers Retirement Community in Charlotte. Born on August 24, 1921 in the small community of Crisp, she was the youngest daughter of six children of the late Edward Y. and Frances E. Lovelace. Nan attended East Carolina University where she met the love of her life. Loonis and Nan were married June 19, 1943 and celebrated nearly 60 years of marriage. Nan and Loonis created a life and made their home on an idyllic street called Wonderwood Drive. Nan’s short career as a kindergarten teacher took a back seat as she found her calling as a homemaker, embracing her role as a wife and mother of three children. A steady stream of guests liever on Monday nights from 6:30 to 8:30 and celebrities devoured her southern hospitality and rep.m. Christian Believer, part of the Disciple quested their favorite recipes family, focuses on the classic teachings of the church as outlined in the creeds of our faith. Over the course of 30 weeks together, we’ll study scripture, the writings of the Church Queen of the Apostles fathers and other theologians, and share in Roman Catholic Church will rich discussion to better understand what we be celebrating the Feast of believe as Christians and the difference it can St. Francis of Assisi with make in our lives. If you have questions, or a Blessing of the Animals want to sign up, email george@fumcbelmont. for the sixth straight year, org. Materials are available for purchase in Sunday, October 2 at 9:00 the church office for $36. Scholarships are AM. Located at 503 North Main Street in Belmont, available for anyone who might need one.
First United Methodist Belmont events First United Methodist Belmont has a couple of interesting events coming up. Disciple Bible Study, celebrating its thirtieth anniversary this year, will help you read and understand over 70 percent of the Bible through 30 weeks of engaging in personal Bible study and group discussion. FUMC is offering this class on Tuesday nights from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. and on Wednesday mornings from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Classes begin the week of October 4. If you have questions or want to sign up, email Kristen@ fumcbelmont.org. Materials are available for purchase in the church office for $32. Scholarships are available for anyone who might need one. We’re also offering Christian Be-
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such as spoonbread, Brunswick stew and her perfectly roasted turkey. Her table always had room for one more. Every Wednesday at noon, for over 30 years, Nan hosted the “Nooners”, a group of over 20 women who gathered around that same table to pray, study scripture and nurture one another. These friendships sustained her as she left her home on Wonderwood and moved to Sharon Towers. Nan’s home was also the gathering spot for Charity League where assorted crafts were made and sold at the widely popular Sunshine Nursery Auction. Nan’s Monday mornings were reserved for Presbyterian Hospital where she quietly volunteered for over 30 years in the ICU waiting room. During the fall, Nan’s kitchen would be consumed with making her famous green pepper jelly, a fundraising tool for Big Brother and Big Sisters until she passed the recipe and the torch to the Board of Directors. Sunday mornings always found Loonis and Nan at church: As founding members of Westover Hills Presbyterian, Loonis directed the choir while Nan taught children’s Sunday School. When Carmel Presbyterian needed a choir director, Nan and Loonis made Carmel their new church home, remaining active there for over 30 years. Sunday lunch at Nana’s was a coveted invitation and as her family grew so did the
leaves in the table. All seven grandchildren recall the treasured holidays, summer picnics by the pool and countless meals from her kitchen. Nan enjoyed the exciting and challenging career of Loonis and his music. This included the unexpected guests at home and travels to far away venues but 222 Wonderwood Drive was her favorite address. Home was her comfort zone and the back door was always open. Mrs. McGlohon is survived by son, Reeves McGlohon and his wife, Peggy of Mount Holly and by two daughters, Fan Smith and husband Skipper of Hickory; and Laurie Raeker and husband Steve of Denver, N.C. She is also survived by seven grandchildren and nine greatgrandchildren. A celebration of life will be held Sunday, October 2, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. at Carmel Presbyterian Church, Charlotte with visitation following the service. The interment will be private. Memorials may be made to the Loonis R. McGlohon East Carolina Scholars Award, ECU Foundation, Greenville Centre Suite 1000, 2200 South Charles Blvd., Greenville, NC 27858. The family would like to thank the staff of Sharon Towers and Hospice of Mecklenburg County for their loving and professional care during our mother’s illness. Woodlawn Funeral Home of Mount Holly is serving the family.
Blessing of the Animals NC, a short service starting promptly upon the conclusion of the 8:00 AM mass, the service and blessing will be held in the front yard of the church property. If you plan on bringing your pet to receive this blessing, please remember: a responsible family member must remain with your pet for the entire time that it is on church property bring a drinking container for your pet from home, we will provide fresh water your pet must be securely leashed, cage/crated, in an aquarium or otherwise contained for the pet’s safety, as well as for the safety of other pets and people You are responsible for your pet’s behavior. If your pet is ill or too excitable, you can bring a picture or stuffed animal as proxy to receive the blessing pets must be up to date on vaccinations while walking
your pet, please use clean up supplies and receptacles that will be available DO NOT leave your pet in your vehicle while you attend 8 AM Mass as the weather is unpredictable and this can be extremely dangerous! There is no rain date for this event. If you are bringing large animals in trailers: please park in the back of the church property down the hill. The large animals can be held on the grass in front of the woods behind the church or in their trailer; then walked to the blessing area just prior to the beginning of the service. All are welcome in God’s house! If you have questions, please contact Marilyn Whitney at 704-830-4484 or marilyn.whitney@hotmail.com.
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Macedonia Baptist Church 1951 Stanley Lucia Rd. 704-827-9224
Burge Memorial Methodist Church 312 W. Glendale Ave. 704-827-2726
Morningside Missionary Church 711 Morningside Dr. 704-822-9142
Catawba Heights Church of God 122 Tomberlin Rd. 704-827-4225 CBC-Memorial Apostolic 230 W. Charlotte Ave. 704-827-0968 Chapel Baptist Church 324 N. Lee St. 704-827-5526 Community Christian Fellowship 2560 Stanley Lucia Rd. 704-827-5881 Core Church 707 Westland Farm Rd. 704-822-8033 Covenant United Methodist 110 Underwood Dr. 704-820-0603 Family Worship Center 1013 W. Charlotte Ave. 704-827-7656 First Baptist Church-Mt. Holly 300 S. Main St. 704-827-2481 First Free Will Baptist Church 841 Noles Dr. 704-827-7461
Mt. Holly Church of God 208 Rankin Ave. 704-827-8596 Mt. Holly Noles Baptist Church Hickory Grove Rd. 704-827-2013 Mt. Holly Pentecostal Holiness 406 Scott St. 704-827-8201 Mt. Sinai Baptist Church 339 S. Hawthorne St. 704-827-4320 New Covenant United Methodist 14514 Lucian Riverbend Hwy. 704-827-4468 New Providence Baptist Church 1104 Old NC 27 Hwy. 704-827-0822 New Saint Paul Holiness Church 1529 Old Hwy. 27 Rd. 704-827-5851 North Main Baptist Church 1304 N. Main St. 704-827-6141 Restoration & Deliverance 804 W. Charlotte Ave. 704-820-0954
Wesley Chapel Holiness Church 324 N. Lee St. 704-827-1993
Westview Presbyterian Church 1020 W. Catawba Ave. 704-827-2026
BELMONT Alexander Memorial Baptist Church 208 South Main Street 704-825-3216
Gaston Christian Church 5339 S. New Hope Rd 704-825-8252
Brotherhood/Sisterhood WNCC UMC 120 Park Street 704-825-1333
Goshen Presbyterian Church Roper Street 704-827-6280
Catawba Heights Baptist Church 311 Belmont 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
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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Gaston County upcoming events September 1 thru October 30 – “Backcountry Artisans” – The Schiele Museum The early settlers in the Carolina Backcountry fashioned a life from the fields and forests of the area, bringing with them traditional skills and styles from their native lands. Explore the incredible artistry represented in the objects of everyday life in the 18th Century. Learn about the modern local craftspeople that continue to practice traditional skills today to recreate period works of wood, metal, textiles, pottery and more. For more details call 704-866-6908 or visit www.schielemuseum. org. September 1 thru November 12 – “Artwork by Ann Harkness” – Gaston County Museum, Tues. thru Fri. 10:00AM-5:00PM; and Sat. 10:00AM-3:00PM / The museum is located at 131 W. Main St. in Dallas. Anne is a native of Charlotte, NC, is an alumnus of the Atlanta College of Art and having worked as an art director in New York City for 15 years; a graphic aspect can usually be seen in her paintings. Her works have been in shows and galleries on the east coast of the United States. As a contemporary artist, Anne looks for a unique point of view and often finds some unexpected beauty in an ordinary or unattractive setting. For more details please call 704-922-7681 or visit Gaston.Museum@gastongov.com. September 1 thru March 4, 2017 – “World War I Hometown Heroes” – Gaston County Museum ~ Free 2017 marks the 100th Anniversary of the United States involvement in World War I. In recognition of this significant anniversary, the Museum will present World War I Hometown Heroes. The exhibition will celebrate the Gaston County men and women who contributed to the war effort at home and abroad. Visitors will “see” war first-hand through the stories, objects, and photographs of seven men who bravely fought in WWI. Hometown Heroes will also feature local service organizations, such as the YMCA and Red Cross that supported the troops overseas and the families at home. The exhibition will include hands-on stations, children activities, and the WWI history based computer game Valiant Heart. Drawn primarily from the collection of the Gaston County Museum, Hometown Heroes will also feature objects from private lenders never before on view as well as significant loans from the King’s Mountain Historical Museum. For more details call 704-9227681 or email www.gastoncountymuseum.org. September 29 – “Schiele After Hours” – The Schiele Museum, 7:00PM-9:00PM An evening for adults where you can test your mind with trivia, enjoy refreshments, a beer, interesting speakers, and experience a show in our new Science Theater! Visit www. schielemuseum.org to learn about our speakers for each event. The cost is $5 for museum members or $7 for non-members. To order your tickets please call 704-854-6676. September 30 & October 1 – “Ranlo Fall Festival” – Ball Field behind the Town Hall ~ Free and open to the public / The Town Hall is located at 1624 Spencer Mountain Road in Gastonia. The hours for the festival, Friday from 6:00PM10:00PM and Saturday from 4:00PM-10:00PM / there will be food and craft vendors, rides, games, and entertainment on the town ball field. For more details call the Ranlo Town Hall at 704-824-3461. “Muddy River Distillery” – Distillers of Carolina Rum & Queen Charlotte’s Reserve Please visit the website for details on the hours, and reservations for the Owner Guided Tour with 40 spots available. Tours come with a souvenir shot glass and samples of their products. Thursday and Fridays: Staff Tour & Tasting $5 on the hour from 4:00PM-6:00PM, Owner Guided Tour & Tasting $8.50 7:00PM ~ Saturdays: Staff Tours & Tasting on the hour 12:00PM-6:00PM, Owner Guided Tour &Tasting 7:00PM. The distillery is located at 1500 River Drive, #100 in Belmont on the banks of the Catawba River. Muddy River was the first rum distillery in North Carolina and 5th legal distillery. They do everything in house including ferment, distill, age and bottle their products. Owners Caroline and Robbie Delaney would love to show you around the distillery. Their website is http:// www.muddyriverdistillery.com/tours/. For more details please
call 336-516-4190. “Lineberger Park Train” – Gastonia Parks and Recreation, Lineberger Park is located at 632 E. Garrison Blvd. in Gastonia. Spring hours are as follows: March – April – May, Saturday 12:00PM-6:00PM and Sunday 1:30PM-6:00PM. Summer hours are as follows: June – July – August, Thursday & Friday 10:00AM–1:00PM and 2:00PM–6:00PM, Saturday 12:00PM-6:00PM and Sunday 1:30PM-6:00PM. Fall hours for the train are as follows: September – October – November, Saturday 12:00PM-6:00PM and Sunday 1:30PM-6:00PM. The cost is $1 per person per ride. For private parties, day cares and schools call 704-869-1018. The park reserves the right to cancel operations due to inclement weather. The winter, December – January – February the train is closed and will reopen in March. “Carolina Speedway: Dirt Track Racing Friday Nights!” (Every other Friday night during winter season) Carolina Speedway is attracting crowds every Friday night to its improved dirt race track in southern Gaston County. The 4/10 mile track has excited fans and drivers in Gaston County for 44 years. The gates open at 5:00PM with hot laps at 7:00PM. Racing starts at 8:00PM. For details call 704-8690313 or visit www.driveondirt.com. Be sure to check out Dirt Track Racing School located at the Carolina Speedway. “Historic Cherryville Railroad Depot” – This 1922 Depot is located at 105 Depot Street in Cherryville. You can watch the model trains run or bring yours to run on the “Big Layout”. Join us on Thursday evenings (7:00PM-9:00PM) or Saturday mornings (10:00AM-12:00PM) and at other times by appointment. For details call Bob Fanter at 704-482-8723. “Lake Wylie Kayak Rentals / Tailrace Marina & Restaurant” – The Marina is located at 1000 Marina Village Drive in Mount Holly. Bring your picnic baskets and favorite beverage and enjoy one of the four picnic areas set with seating, tables and BBQ grills. Rent pontoon boats; stand up paddle boards, kayaks & canoes at the ship’s store. All groups are welcome and reservations are needed. For more details or for reservations call 704-827-0000. You may also visit www. tailracemarina.com. Note: please call before you go due to the season, weather conditions and restaurant information. “The Cherryville Historical Museum” – The museum is located in downtown Cherryville in the Old City Hall built in 1911 to house the fire station, jail, police department, court room and the office of the city clerk. The building contains three levels of exhibit space where exhibits include a replica of the Old Academy, a 1950’s Beauty Shop, Little Church on Main Street, Optometrist Office, and other medical exhibits. Special attractions are the 1921 LaFrance fire engine, the New Year Shooters display, original Bull Durham painting, and the Genealogy & History Library. The hours of operation are Saturday from 10:00AM-2:00PM, other times by appointment and the admission is free! For more details call 704-435-8011 or email chvhistorical@att.net. “Millican Pictorial History Museum” – Located in ‘The Abram Stowe House’ built in 1868, it’s the oldest house in Belmont. Come and enjoy thousands of rare photos of cotton mills, workers and their way of life. On display are photographs of towns, churches, schools, trolleys, trucks, service stations, drive-in theaters, just to mention a few. You may also purchase these photo’s which will help the museum. The hours are Monday-Friday from 1:00PM-5:00PM and Saturday from 10:00AM-5:00PM, admission is free but donations are appreciated. For more details please call Allen Millican at 704825-5391 or you may email Allen at milkcan@bellsouth.net. “Restored ~ 1930’s Textile Mill House and R.L. Stowe’s Home” – The Belmont Historical Society is located in the R.L. Stowe historical home at 40 Catawba Street in Belmont. In the Stowe home you will find rooms displaying furnishings and artifacts from by-gone-eras of our history. Outside the home you may visit the newly restored 1890’s Self-standing Kitchen. Then you may tour the 1930’s textile mill house where you can explore life displayed in a mill worker’s home. There are various permanent exhibits, and “theme” exhibits which are changed regularly. To help continue restoring the
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1950’s Stowe Park Train there are souvenirs for sale. Admission is free but donations are appreciated. The hours are Friday through Sunday from 1:00PM-5:00PM. For more details call 704-825-4848 or you may visit the website at www.belmontnchs.org. “Mount Holly Historical Society” – Open every Saturday from 10:00AM-1:00PM The Mount Holly Historic Exhibits are on display during these hours. Consider becoming a member and help preserve Mount Holly’s historic character! For more details email www.mhhistoricalsociety@gmail.com or visit on facebook at www.facebook.com/mhhsnc. “LEARN*MOVE*EAT*LIVE ~ DISCOVER YOU!” – Mount Holly Municipal Complex, open Tuesday thru Friday 9:00AM-5:00PM / The complex is located at 420 E. Central Avenue in Mount Holly. Discover YOU! is an interactive health and wellness center, and a great way to LEARN more about how to MOVE, EAT and LIVE! Focused on health promotion and wellness, Discover YOU! offers an experience that is informative, engaging, inspirational and fun for children and adults. The 5,000 square foot, state-of-the-art facility offers 17 highly energizing and interactive health exhibits that will create awareness about the many choices people make daily and how these directly impact a person’s health and well-being. After experiencing the fun, educational exhibits Discover YOU! has to offer, visitors will be motivated to reflect on the connection between mind, body and spirit, as well as making lifestyle changes to enhance their health and quality of life. For more details please call 704-827-6770 or visit www.discoveryou.org. “Permanent Exhibit Update – Period Hotel Rooms” – Gaston County Museum ~ Free The Gaston County Museum’s newly renovated period hotel rooms are open to the public. These rooms will explore the history of the Hoffman Hotel starting from its beginnings through the 1920s. Patrons will learn about several types of guests including: a Confederate Officer, a lawyer, a doctor and his family. Visitors will see what it would have been like to stay at the hotel as well as traveling through Gaston County. The exhibit will feature interactive displays and a new handson children’s area. The museum is housed in an 1852 brick Greek revival style hotel that has been adapted for visitors and travelers of today. The museum contains North Carolina’s largest public collection of horse-drawn vehicles consisting of sleighs, drays, wagons, and buggies and is the home of the Ties that Bind: Carolinas Textile Exhibit. Museum hours: Tuesday – Friday 10:00AM – 5:00PM, and Saturday 10:00AM – 3:00PM. For more details call 704-922-7681 x105 or you may visit the Museum’s website at www.gastoncountymuseum.org. “Belmont Abbey College – Performing Arts” – For the 2016 schedule or tickets call 704-461-6787 or you may visit www.belmontabbeycollege.edu/academic/performingarts/abbey-players-theater-schedule.aspx. Information is also available for the “2016 ~ Arts at the Abbey Concerts” at www.bac. edu or call 704-461-6813. “Carolina Pro Musica” ~ Arts at the Abbey 2016 ~ Belmont Abbey College Basilica” – For the 2016 schedule please contact Karen Hite Jacob at www.carolinapromusica@gmail. com. The Abbey Basilica is located at 100 Belmont-Mt. Holly Rd., on exit 26 off I-85 in Belmont. For questions or additional information please contact Karen at karenjacob@bac.edu. The concerts are free but donations are gladly accepted! “The Cherryville Little Theatre” – For the 2016 schedule or tickets call 704-435-1742 or for reserve seats and group sales call 704-842-2147. The theatre is located at 301 W. Academy Street in Cherryville. You may get more information by visiting www.CherryvilleLittleTheatre.org. “The Little Theater of Gastonia” – For the 2016/2017 schedule or tickets call 704-865-0160 or you may visit www. littletheaterofgastonia@gmail.com. To order your tickets online, visit www.Carolinatix.org or call Carolinatix at 704-3721000.
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Belmont High Classes of 1955 & 1956 reunite By Carrol Trull The Belmont High Class of 1956 recently celebrated their 60th anniversary with a three day event. On Friday, Sept. 16 they had a walk through at Belmont Middle School (old Belmont High) followed by dinner at Jackson's Cafeteria In Gastonia. Saturday they met in Stowe Park, Belmont, to dedicate a park bench in honor of Class of 1956. The bench was purchased with donations from class members. A photo of the attending class members was taken around the bench. Later, the class had dinner at Golden
Corral in Gastonia. Stories and memories of their time spent at Belmont High were shared. On Sunday, members of the class attended the morning service at East Belmont Baptist followed by lunch catered by Bojangles in Belmont,. The class committee will meet soon to start planning their annual reunion in Sept. 2017. This will be a one day event. Over the years the Belmont High Class of 1956 has remained a close group of friends. They share many activities throughout the year. God bless this wonderful group of classmates.
Betty Jane Black Herron (left) and Eleanor Rhyne Broome were joined by a large group of their Belmont High Class of 1956 friends at the reunion. Photos by Buddy Cato
The Belmont High Class of 1955 also gathered last weekend for a reunion event and meal at Amber Jacks restaurant. This banner graced the wall in the dining room where the classmates congregated.
Belmont High Class of 1955 chums left to right Sarah Ann Lanier, Gaye Horton Bonnell and Emily Helton were among the group that attended the reunion.
City of Belmont GCPL Friends dedicate leaf pickup new library circulation desk The leaf season begins on October 1st 2016 and runs through March 31st 2017. Citizens are allowed to rake leaves to curb-side or to the edge of residential lots. However, please note that the City, in partnership with Waste Pro, encourages you to bag your leaves to ensure immediate pick up. This practice will assist in a cleaner storm drain and improved water run-off on your street. Bagged leaves should be in clear bags or bags left open for inspections. No limbs or other materials are allowed. Leaf piles must be seperated from all other debris or bulk items. Leaf piles will be vacuumed by WASTE PRO with an automated leaf truck on a “Bi-Weekly” schedule the week as your yard debris. Only leaf materials can pass through the vacuum system. If other debris (sticks and branches) are found within the piles the leaf truck can not pick them up. It’s up to the homeowner to separate individual materials. Debris piles consisting of tree limbs, sticks, branches and shrub trimmings will be picked up by WASTE PRO with the assistance of an automated claw truck. These pick ups will occur on a “BiWeekly” schedule. Please refer to the published yard waste-recycling calendar or the city’s web site for details and schedule. You can report your debris pick-up to the above listed phone number. Bulk items consisting of old furniture and various household items (no building materials, hazardous items, tires, batteries or metals) are now handled on a quarterly basis with the next pickups beginning the second of October 2016, January 2017 and April 2017. You can report your bulk pick-up during those quarters to the above listed phone number. WASTE PRO crews will operate on a regular bi-weekly schedule the same schedule as your yard waste. in the event of rain or other inclement weather loose leaf pick-up will be delayed for several days due to the operation of the vacuum equipment. bagged leaves will be picked up on regular schedule.
A dedication ceremony for the Gaston County Main Library’s new circulation desk was held on Monday, September 26, 2016. The dedication celebrated the efforts of the 2016 Friends of the Gaston County Public Library (FGCPL) Book Sale, which advertised a goal of raising funds for a new circulation desk. Gaston County Public Library Director Laurel Morris is ecstatic about the project and said, “The Circulation area is the hub of the library. Everyone crosses the area when they enter and leave the facility, and if they choose to checkout materials, acquire a library card or ask any assortment of questions concerning the library, it most likely happens in the Circulation area. It’s a high volume, high traffic space that needed some TLC, and I’m thrilled that the Friends were able to meet the need with this wonderful new desk and renovation of the surrounding workspace.” FGCPL President Pam Poteat is also excited
about the project, and gave a similar perspective of the project’s impact. She states, “As Friends members and regular library patrons, we saw the need for an updated space every time we came in the door, and we’re overjoyed that proceeds from the 2016 FGCPL Book Sale are making a positive difference in patron and staff interactions through the new desk and remodeled space.” The former desk was in use since the building was built in 1978 and had never been refurbished. In addition to the replacement desk, the renovation of the space includes new flooring, lighting and paint. Visit GastonLibrary.org to find Gaston County Public Library’s latest events and opportunities. Follow Gaston County Public Library and its branches on Instagram and Twitter @ gascopublib and “Like” its page on Facebook at Facebook.com/gastonlibrary.
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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 7:30-10:30am 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 704674-7604.
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REVIVAL unveils big plans for Belmont REVIVAL Development & Design celebrated its grand opening in downtown Belmont on Thursday, Sept. 8, 2016, by announcing two more new ventures coming soon to Belmont’s Main Street. Luke Manlove and Carmen Powers, owners of REVIVAL, plan to open in November a specialty market called Wisteria offering a variety of flowers and botanicals, event design and collections of home accents. Wisteria will be at 7 N. Main Street in Belmont. In December, they will announce the location of another new Belmont business called Clifton’s, a community food market modeled after Dean & DeLuca, where South Point High graduate Manlove formerly served as marketing director. The Chamber “Network After Work” reception and ribbon-cutting took place at REVIVAL’s unique live/work space at 35 N.
Main Street. The building houses REVIVAL’s office on the first floor, and a design studio and Manlove’s residence on the second floor. Manlove describes REVIVAL as a design firm that offers consulting and business and event development. He told more than 150 Chamber members and friends at the reception that REVIVAL now is moving beyond an initial focus on special events and catering into business development, with projects such as Wisteria and Clifton’s. The Montcross Area Chamber plans at least one “Network After Work” each month, where members make business connections, enjoy refreshments and learn about the host business. For more information on REVIVAL, call 704.461.8511.
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is an absolute necessity because excessive weight puts a strain on the dog’s long and vulnerable spine. Many dachshunds are voracious eaters. They will go to great lengths to get extra food - overturning garbage cans, stealing food out of bags left on the floor, or just begging with That Look. It is important that your dachshund be fed the right amount of high-quality dog food to maintain its ideal weight, and that table scraps and treats be kept to a minimum. Bandit and Doobie have been neutered, current on vaccines and micro-chipped. They will be looking for you because they love to meet new people. Come see them! Please come out to our adoption event this weekend. If you are looking for an addition to your family, please come out and meet our pets this weekend. We have many available pets, including puppies and kittens, at the Gastonia PetSmart located at 3698 East Franklin Boulevard this Friday from 6-9 pm, Satur-
day noon to 6 pm and Sunday 2-5 pm. About Tri-County Animal Rescue Tri-County Animal Rescue is a non-profit organization serving Lincoln, Gaston and other surrounding counties. 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 Tri-County 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 TriCounty Animal Rescue, PO Box 483, Alexis, NC 28006.
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Tri-County Animal Rescue Pet of the Week is two small Dachshund mixes named Doobie and Bandit. Doobie is 8 months old and weighs 12 pounds. Bandit is 7 months old and weighs 7 pounds. They are not related except by breed. They have similar traits like playing well with other dogs, snuggling under the blankets, and a stubborn streak. Dachshunds are wonderful dogs and make terrific companions, but they are not for everyone. As with all dog breeds, individual dogs have their own personalities, but there some traits that are very common throughout the breed. Many have a stubborn, independent nature. Effective training is a must for all dogs, including dachshunds. Dachshunds love to burrow - they like to tunnel under bed covers and pillows. They love the company of other dachshunds, which is why you see so many dachshund pairs. They like to curl up and sleep together, with their heads on each other’s backs. They are usually very physically affectionate dogs - they like to snuggle and kiss and be scratched and have their bellies rubbed. Dachshunds may not be the best dogs for families with young children - or with children of any age who are not taught how to handle and communicate with dogs safely. The dachshund courage, which serves the breed so well in the field, can be a problem for city dogs. Dachshunds may bark at and even charge other dogs when they are being walked; this trait is especially obvious if two or more dachshunds are walking together (the pack mentality) and if the other dog is a large breed. For this reason, as well as general common sense, dachshunds should always be walked on a leash in cities and towns, and they should always be confined to a securely fenced yard at home. Even the best-trained and most obedient dachshund can bolt into the street suddenly to chase a squirrel or an Akita. Weight control can be a problem with dachshunds, and it
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Gaston County “Abnormally Dry” The NC Drought Management Advisory Council has issued an Advisory declaring Gaston County and 48 other of the state's 100 counties “Abnormally Dry”. See yellow area on map. Until further notice, the NCDMAC strongly urges the im-
The Gaston Day School Fall Festival has become an annual tradition for GDS families and the Gaston community. This year's event will kick off at 10am and run until 2pm, on Saturday, October 1st at the Gaston Day School campus, 2001 Gaston Day School Road. In addition to the annual favorites of horse rides, face painting, games and the dunk tank, this year will include the Euro Bungee, 65', 26' rock climbing wall and an Extreme Challenge Obstacle course! Wristbands can be purchased in advance for $25 (or $30 at the door) and include unlimited games & rides. Tickets for individual rides or games will be available for $1 each. The festival will also include local vendors selling flowers, jewelry and crafts, as well as the raffle of over a dozen themed baskets. Food trucks include - AllStar Cafe, Slow Smokin' BBQ and Gourmet Goombah's Italian. This year's proceeds are once again earmarked for 21st Century campus classroom enhancements. More information and advance wristband purchases can be made on-line at: www.gastonday.org/pa contributed photo
plementation of drought response actions, for all water users located in or dependent on water resources from the areas of the state experiencing the following drought conditions: The NCDMAC requests all water users in the counties that are indicated on the US Drought Monitor Map as suffering from Abnormally Dry conditions to closely monitor their water supply source for diminished capacity and take precautions to prepare for impending drought conditions. Review and be prepared to implement your Water Shortage Response Plans at the appropriate time; Participate, as appropriate, in regional and local coordination for the management of water resources; Stay informed on drought conditions and advisories (www.ncdrought.org).
Expect spectacular fall foliage this year Thanks to dry weather over the summer, fall foliage in Western North Carolina is predicted to be spectacular in the coming weeks. According to NOAA Climate Scientist Jake Crouch, the summer of 2016 was the hottest on record for Asheville, with an average temperature of 75.7 degrees Fahrenheit. Precipitation trends included a mixture of wet and dry conditions, bringing the seasonal rainfall total just above normal at 13.57 inches. Dr. Beverly Collins, a biology professor and fall foliage forecaster at Western Carolina University, states that the region’s summer weather did not reach the extreme conditions that could pose a threat to fall leaf colors. Although vibrancy may vary from mountainside to mountainside due to warmer-than-normal weather, her prediction is that the disparity in precipitation amounts from the beginning to end of the summer could be favorable for a longer lasting leaf-change this year. Some trees may respond to drought con-
ditions by slowing photosynthesis and making way for red, orange and yellow pigments earlier than normal, while other species that aren’t as drought sensitive may wait a little longer to begin to turn. “These nuances in the different species combined with elevational ranges create a variation in timing and color, making for a prolonged season,” added Collins. Here is the fall color forecast for the North Carolina Blue Ridge, by week, starting in October: September 28th – October 5th: Peak time for areas above 5,000 feet. This would include: Clingmans Dome, Grandfather Mountain, Mount Mitchell and Graveyard fields (the first location on the Parkway to turn) and higher elevations of The Blue Ridge Parkway. October 5 – 16: Peak time for
most areas. This would include almost all Blue Ridge Parkway locations. This is peak time for the majority of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park Fall Colors as well. This is a great time to see visit places like: Porters Creek Trail, Alum Cave Trail, Deepcreek, Big Creek, Cataloochee Valley, Hen Wallow Falls and Flat Creek Trail. Many of our Top 10 Family Friendly hiking trails are included in this elevation as well, along with our favorite trails in the Smokies. Included in this elevation are the Boone and Blowing Rock areas. October 12 – 21: Peak time for lower elevations. This would include places like: Pisgah National Forest which includes
Sliding Rock and Looking Glass Falls, Dill Falls, Wildcat Falls, and many other waterfalls. Other ares include Linville Gorge and Nantahala Gorge. October 18 – 26: Peak time for elevations below 2,000 feet. This would include: The cities of Asheville, Brevard, Waynesville, Cherokee, Maggie Valley and many others. Places of interest include Dupont State Forest and Biltmore Estate. October 23 – November 3: Peak time for remaining elevations, including Gatlinburg, TN, Chimney Rock NC, Lake Lure and remaining lower elevation mountains.
Medicare workshop set Will you soon be eligible for Medicare or have you recently enrolled in Medicare? Do you have questions about Medicare and the options and plans available to you? The Gaston County Seniors’ Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP) and NC Cooperative Extension are holding a workshop to provide an introduction to Medicare and
answer questions you may have about the various plans and programs. Workshop attendees will learn about the features of Medicare health plan options, information they should consider when deciding which plan is best for their particular situation, ways to guard against Medicare fraud and abuse and services provided
by SHIIP. SHIIP is part of the NC Department of Insurance and provides free and unbiased information regarding Medicare and its programs. We DO NOT sell insurance or any other products. There is no charge to attend the workshop. Anyone who will soon be eligible for Medicare, is already receiv-
ing Medicare benefits or is caring for a Medicare beneficiary is welcome to attend. The workshop will be held on Tuesday, October 4, 2016 from 2 – 4 PM at the Lucile Tatum Center, 959 Osceola St., Gastonia, NC 28052. Please call (704) 922-2111 or (704) 922-2119 to pre-register for this workshop.
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Adam Lee Insurance Agency Where opening November 1, 2016 to find Adam Lee Agency, an independent contractor for State Farm insurance and financial products, is opening its doors for business to serve Mount Holly and the surrounding areas beginning November 1st. Adam Lee Agency will be providing customers with State Farm insurance and financial products including auto, home, health and life protection. In addition to offering these products and services, the entire agency team is dedicated to connecting with the local community and participating in its growth and prosperity. Quote from Adam Lee: "Our team is thrilled to begin serving Mount Holly and the surrounding areas by providing insurance and financial services products that will help support and protect the members of our community,” Lee said. “We are looking forward to getting to know our neighbors, and we cannot wait to be a part of the continued growth in Mount Holly.” Adam Lee comes to Belmont/ Mount Holly with extensive experience in insurance and financial services having worked for State Farm for over eight years. Adam’s family of five, his wife Kristi and three girls – Aubrey, Makenna, and Brooke – and their dog Rose, live in Belmont and enjoy the area restaurants, parks and downtown. They are connected to the community through
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Area’s Past Remembered in “Belmont” Trio of Historical Society members release new title of book Belmont lies between the South Fork and Catawba Rivers of western North Carolina. lina. The Catawba Indians occupied pied the area for nearly five centunturies prior to the mid 1700's, 00's, when the king of England land granted large tracts of landd to prominent citizens. The comoming of the Charlotte & Atlanta anta Railroad in 1872 established shed a focal point around which hich the community grew, and by 1895, Belmont had been incorporated. As Belmont's nt's population grew, so did the he need for jobs other than an farming. In 1901, brothhers Robert Lee and Samuel el Pinckney Stowe organizedd the first of many successfull cotton mills, thus establish-ing Belmont's developmentt as a textile center. By the late 1900s, textiles had faded and high-density residential areas replaced the former farmland. Today, Belmont resi- "B elmont" b y Allen Mill dents continue to reican, Gearl -Dean Pag member and celebrate e, and J e Jack Page their past through local venues, such as the world-class Daniel the Millican Pictorial History Museum. Jack is Stowe Botanical Gardens, as also a founder of BHS and, along with his wife, and coauwell as community events like thor, Gearl-Dean, is a Belmont native and retired educator. the Belmont Fall Festival and Together, the authors have selected photographs from the Garibaldifest. The Publication Millican Pictorial History Museum and compiled the accomDate will be October 10, 2016. panying text to tell the story of Belmont's every-evolving About the Author: Allen history. Millican, Gearl-Dean Page, To order your copy of this unforgettable book go to www. and Jack Page are active mem- arcadiapublishing.com. bers of the Belmont Historical Society (BHS) and owner of Submitted by Arcadia Publishing
BELMONT Banner Office -128 Main St.
Belmont Drug - 403 Catawba St.
Big Lots - 601 Park St.
Bi-Lo - 6507 Wilkinson Blvd.
Byrum’s Grill - 4606 S. New Hope Rd.
Caravan Coffee - 7 N. Main St.
College Park Pharmacy - 682 Park St.
Dale’s Superette Citgo - 7304 Wilkinson Blvd.
Dollar Tree - 6404 Wilkinson Blvd.
Belmont General Store - 6 Main St.
Hampton Inn - 830 Cecila Alexander Dr.
Handy Pantry - 505 S. Central Ave.
Kangaroo - 6441 Wilkinson Blvd.
Nichols BP - 318 S. Main St.
Nichols BP - 85 Belmont/McAdenville Rd.
Peace & Hominy - 403 Catawba St.
Post Office - 208 Glenway St.
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- 303 N. Main St.
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- 702 Tuckaseegee Rd.
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- 155 N. Main St.
- 400 E. Central Ave.
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Wills Food Mart #2 - 3732 S. New Hope Rd.
GASTONIA BoJangle’s
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Old City Hall - 131 S. Main St.
Post Office - 800 W. Central Ave.
- 3836 S. New Hope Rd.
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- 1204 S. Main St.
- 2741 Lowell-Bethesda Rd.
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Wills Food Store
- 1301 N. Main St.
- 612 Hickory Grove Rd.
The Pantry
LOWELL Exxon Station - 719 McAdenville Rd.
QSC Food Mart - 720 McAdenville Rd.
McADENVILLE Post Office - 111 Main St.
Village Restaurant - 129 Main St.
- 100 Rankin Ave.
Uptown Salon - 106 S. Main St.
West View Grocery - 1021 W. Catawba Ave.
Wills Convenience - 1002 W. Charlotte Ave.
Wills Food Store - 4010 Hickory Grove Rd.
YMCA - 196 YMCA Dr.
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- 6432 Wilkinson Blvd.
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- 118 N. Main St.
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- 6571 Wilkinson Blvd.
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- 620 N. Main St.
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Barkley joins Belmont Parks and Recreation Belmont Parks and Recreation Dept. has hired Jared Barkley as Recreation Program Specialist. Barkley, 25, was born and raised in Lincolnton, where he spent the majority of his life. He went to West Lincoln High School and played football. Growing up, he worked for the City of Lincolnton Jared Barkley Parks and Recreation Department. He started working there when he was 15 years old. In the summers he was a lifeguard and taught swimming lessons to children of all ages at Betty G. Ross Park Swimming Pool, and during the rest of the year he would assist the program coordinator with the soccer, basketball, and flag football programs, as well as referee flag football games. He graduated from Gaston College with an Associate’s Degree and then transferred to UNC-Wilmington where he graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree with the goal to always work in Parks and Recreation as a Coordinator/Supervisor. “I am really enjoying my entire experience with the City of Belmont,” Barkley said. “I have been welcomed with open arms from everyone that I’ve met. My goal as a Recreation Program Specialist is to help the community of Belmont grow in their recreational activities and as a community as a whole, however I can. I am thankful and blessed for this opportunity to give back to this beautiful community and ready to serve the public as best I can.”
Belmont Abbey closed out the USA Cycling Collegiate Track National Championships with more top finishes Sept 17, including a podium trip in the team pursuit. Fresh off his national championship Friday night, Nick Oestreich placed sixth in the 1K, covering the distance in 1:10.309, an average speed of 51.202 km per hour. He returned to the track a short time later to team with Nat Worcester, Trey Hedgecock and Jesse Kooistra for a third-place finish in the team pursuit competition. Worcester placed fifth in the scratch race during the evening session. In the omnium competition, which awards points across all races to crown an overall champion, Oestreich finished fifth, while Kooistra and Worcester were 10th and 11th, respectively. Belmont Abbey photo
Abbey volleyball victorious
Belmont Abbey golfer Nick Stafford posted his third straight sub-par round with a two-under 70 Tuesday to claim medalist honors by one stroke at the 2016 Jay Jamison Cup, held at the World Golf Village. The junior added to his 68-69 total to finish at nine-under 216, one stroke over the second-place finisher, Ethan Chamineak of Georgia Southwestern. The Abbey Crusaders climbed one spot to third with a finalround total of 293. The 54-hole score of 869 was 15 strokes behind tournament winner West Florida (10-under 854). Barry was second at 862. Parker See continued his strong play, finishing at even par Tuesday for a score of 220 (79-69-72) to tie for 29th. John Molyneaux (77-71-78) and Levi Kettelhut (75-78-73) each tied for 51st at 226, while Jacob Scruggs finished in a tie for 71st at 229 (74-73-82). Belmont Abbey returns to action October 3-4 at the Myrtle Beach Invite. Belmont Abbey photo Belmont Abbey Junior Kaitlyn Gribbon cut three strokes off her first day total with a 75 last Tuesday to claim third place at the 2016 Etowah Intercollegiate, posting a 36-hole score of 153. For her efforts, she was selected as a member of the all-tournament team. Gribbon was also named Conference Carolinas Women's Golfer of the Month. The East Boynton Beach, Fla., native captured first place at the Cutter Creek Invitational in Snow Hill, N.C. She shot a pair of 73s during the two-day event, leapfrogging the round-one leader for a three-stroke win. As a squad, the Crusaders also finished third with a score of 652. Tusculum held onto its first-round lead to claim the title with Katie Tomassoni taking medalist honors at seven-over 151. Taylor Cozart shot an 82 in the second round to tie for 11th at 164 (81-82), while Anne Parlmer tied for 18th at 170 (81-89). Elizabeth Hordes (90-83) and Haley Helton (83-90) tied for 21st at 173. Dametrah Lewis played the tournament as an individual, finishing 20th overall. She finished with a score of 171 (86-85). Belmont Abbey returns to action October 3-4 when it competes in the Myrtle Beach Intercollegiate. Belmont Abbey photo
Gaston Christian volleyball results Gaston Christian girls varsity volleyball traveled to Westminster last week. Gaston Christian won in 3 sets 25-22, 2523, 25-22. Top players were:lily chapman 10 kills 5 aces and 1 block. Lauren Adams had 5 kills and 1 block; Sedonia Tringali had 3 kills and 3 aces; Rennie Pearson 3 kills 2 aces and 2 blocks.
Gaston Christian golf Gaston Christian girls golf took on Wesleyan at Blair Park GC in High Point on Sept. 19th. They won their match 120 to 148. Taylor Hinson and Taylor Williams were both low medalist with 38's and 8th grader Grace Smith shot her career best 44 to help with the win.
Coreen Norwood hit .357 with 14 kills and Alexandra Henriott added a dozen kills to lead Belmont Abbey to a thrilling 3-2 victory over Lees-McRae last Wednesday night. The game scores were 25-22, 26-28, 25-21, 14-25, 15-11 as the Crusaders won their third straight. In the decider, Belmont Abbey broke a 3-3 tie with four straight points, then earned three of the final four scores in a 15-11 clincher. The final kill came appropriately from Norwood. Gabby Martinez had 25 assists, while Cassidy Bonito added a career-best 22. Sarah Kenney had 23 digs, while Martinez and Mackenzie Chrapliwy each tallied 13. Belmont Abbey (4-8, 3-1) was down 9-8 in the opening set when it rattled off six straight points on Gabby Martinez' serve to lead 14-9. The lead was cut to four at 21-17 when back-to-back points gave BAC at 23-17 lead, but the Bobcats (4-7, 2-1) tallied three straight to make the score 23-20. A kill by Coreen Norwood set up set point, but Lees-McRae fought off two chances until another Norwood kill made the final score 25-22. The Crusaders started set No. 2 on fire, breaking a 2-2 tie with three straight points. After the Bobcats answered to 5-4, four consecutive points on Alexandra Henriott's serve gave the Crusaders a six-point lead. The margin was maintained to 15-9 when Lees-McRae rallied. The Bobcats scored four in a row to close to 15-13. After Belmont Abbey rebuilt the lead to 19-15, LeesMcRae tallied another 4-0 run to knot the set at 19-19 all, then scored three of the next four for a 22-20 lead. The Abbey tied the set at 22, then the teams split the next eight points, with Lees-McRae finally breaking the streak for 28-26 win. It marked the 10th time this season that a Crusader set needed extra points to be decided. The tight contest did not deter the Crusaders in the third. They broke an 8-8 tie with four straight points, then answered back-to-back points by L-M with another three in a row to lead 15-10. The margin stayed at five until 22-17, when the Bobcats gained another two points. A timeout settled the team just enough as a service error and pair of kills by Chrapliwy led to a 25-20 win. In the fourth set, the teams were tied at 12 when LeesMcRae scored four straight to lead 16-12, forcing the Crusaders into another timeout. The run continued to 19-12 when a second timeout was needed. The momentum continued to 21-12, lifting the Bobcats to a 25-14 victory and a deciding fifth set. Belmont Abbey returns home this weekend for conference matches against Barton and Mount Olive. Start times Friday and Saturday are 7 p.m. and 3 p.m., respectively.
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Mountain Island devastates Community School of Davidson 63-7 By John Wilson john.bannernews@gmail.com
When the Mountain Island Raptors football team took the field last Friday it was a special moment. The Raptor players were sporting brand new camouflage jerseys. The jerseys were donated to them and their opponents the Community School of Davidson by the The National Guard. The jerseys were part of Military Appreciation Night. The Raptors showed their appreciation by mounting an attack reminiscent of some old school military battle plan. The Raptors pounded the Spartans 63-7. To say that the game was one sided is an understatement. The Raptors dominated in every conceivable way. Mountain Island opened the game with a flurry of scoring. Kyle Holcomb connected with Eric Gallman II on a 65-yard toss. After that Holcomb hit Tikwan "Smooth" Johnson with a shovel pass. Smooth took the ball 57 yards to put
MICS Raptors take to the field in the Armed Forces Bowl.
the Raptors up 14-0. The Raptors did more of the same in the second quarter. The Raptors offense and defense were both in sync. Terrell Hager had a pair of TD runs to go along with CJ Stephen's 90 interception returned for a touchdown. MI scored 21 unanswered points in the second quarter. The Raptors headed to the locker room with a 35-0 lead at halftime. Hager would have a good outing for MI. He finished up with 116 yards and two TD's. When the teams took the field for the second half it looked like Mountain Island hadn't missed a beat. Holcomb hit Johnson yet again in the third. This time for a 78 yard TD. Holcomb ended the day with 325 yards, 3 TD's and one pick. The Spartans got on the board in the fourth quarter when they blocked a punt and recovered it for a score. But that score didn't faze the Raptors. MI hit back with
back to back Aapri Washington scores. Washington finished the game with 129 yards on the ground coupled with 38 passing yards. The MI defense made life tough for the Spartans. Last year Davidson had whipped on MI. The Mountain Island defense remembered. They were not about to let that happen again. The Raptors defense held the Spartans to 176 total yards of offense. ShayVon Gillam led all Raptors with eight tackles. Not to be undone the special teams even got in the act for Mountain Island. Eric Gallam II amazed everyone with a 65 yard punt return for the score. After the game was over the National Guard presented the Raptors with the Armed Forces Bowl Trophy. A fitting reward for a fantastic game. This week the 4-1 Raptors will travel to Gastonia to take on the Highland Tech Rams.
MICS players and staff celebrate the 63-7 rout of Community School of Davidson.
A MICS defender goes upside down to stop a play. MICS and Community School of Davidson players tangle in the Armed Forces Bowl.
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MICS quarterback Kyle Holcomb throws a pass in the Armed Forces Bowl.
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Mt. Island Charter School football defeated Community School of Davidson 63-7 last week and took home the Armed Forces Bowl trophy. Photos by Michael Strauss
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Cramer gets big win, beats Ashbrook 21-14 By John Wilson john.bannernews@gmail.com
Stuart Cramer QB #1 Noah Oxendine runs for yards in the Storm’s 21-14 win over Ashbrook.
Ever since the Stuart Cramer football program came on line in 2013 the players and coaches wanted one thing. Respect. When Cramer started playing they started off as a JV program. The going was tough as the team worked hard to start off a new varsity program a few years ago. In the early going the other schools in the brutal Big South could overlook Cramer. Yeah, they had some talent. Yeah, they played some good games. But they hadn’t made a dent in the big scheme of things. But last Friday against Ashbrook that all changed. Cramer pulled out a big 21-14 win on the road. The win may very well have been the biggest in Cramer history. But even more importantly the win changed Cramer’s status. Cramer can now be legitimately considered a contender in the wide open Big South. “It was a big win for us,” head coach Ben McMillan said. “To get our first conference win under our belts.” To get the win Cramer had to fight hard. Ashbrook was not going to serve up milk and cookies. Things were slow in the early going. Neither team scored until the second quarter. The Storm struck first when Jaylen Rocquemore scored from the one yard line. Ashbrook quickly hit back with a score of their own. The game was tied up at 7-7 at the half. In the third quarter Naseem Moulden plowed into the endzone from two yards out to give Cramer the lead. But once again the Greenwave countered.
In the fourth quarter Rocquemore hit Isaiah Foust on a 44 yard strike that put Cramer in the lead for good. What the scoring summary doesn’t show is how Cramer was able to get things done to keep Ashbrook off the scoreboard. “I’m proud of the way our guys battled,” McMillan added. “The defense played well again.” The Cramer defense gave up some yardage. Ashbrook had 343 yards of total offense. But when the chips were down Cramer went with the bend but don’t break psyche. “They got some yardage,” McMillan stated. “Ashbrook had some big plays. But we made some stops on our end. We didn’t let them score in key situations.” One of those situations came up late in the game with Ashbrook mounting a drive. With about 3 minutes on the clock the Greenwave was on the Cramer 38. At this stage anything could happen. Cramer needed a play. Safety Darnell Johnson answered the call. “Darnell had a big interception at the end of the game.” McMillan said. Johnson pick of Ashbrook’s Hayden Welle gave Cramer the break they needed. Sophomore Kaiser Kayton led the Storm in rushing. Kayton had 101 yards off of 11 carries. Once again Robert Turedale led the defense with 8 tackles. Truesdale, Adam Hannibal and Dylan Collins all had productive days. The trio harassed Ashbrooks passing attack by each recording a sack as well. Cramer finished the day with 5 sacks. The Storm will not have long to enjoy this win. This week Cramer will host Forestview. The Jaguars are 3-2.
Storm players #85 Sam Julen, #22 Kaiser Kayton, and #34 Adam Hannibal stop an Ashbrook run. Photos by Lydia Julen Stuart Cramer’s #8Jaylen Rocquemore throws a pass against Ashbrook.
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South Point crushes East Gaston 58-7 By John Wilson john.bannernews@gmail.com
South Point football went into last week's bye 1-3. And as things go in the sports world when a team starts to struggle there will be idle chatter. Some people, both friend and foe wondered if the slow start somehow meant the end of South Point's football dominance. But as it turned out that the early reports regarding South Point demise were a tad bit off. The Red Raiders came out of the bye week and unleashed on the East Gaston Warriors coming away with a huge 58-7 win. "We played well," head coach Mickey Lineberger said. "We improved a lot. We got tired of losing. We did something about it." The win was a much needed boost since 2016 has been tough. South Point opened by beating the defending state champion Crest Chargers. But that was the last win they got. The early going also included getting stomped by future conference foe Shelby. That loss was sandwiched between a pair of tough break losses to Clover and Kings Mountain. A pair of games where the Red Raiders only lost by a few points. "We played a tough schedule," Lineberger added. "We lost two games by four points." The bye week preparation paid off for South Point. "We had a good week of practice during the bye week," Lineberger said. The added prep and a strong desire to start the conference schedule off with a win proved to be the motivation the Red Raiders needed. That fact that they were also play-
ing their dreaded rivals may have had a bit to do with it as well. South Point got things rolling mid way through the first quarter. Scottie Lee hit Nick Farmer on a nice 44 yard score with 7:41 on the clock. After that the Red Raider rolled up 37 unanswered points. The Red Raiders left Arrowhead Stadium with 290 yards in total offense. They played mistake free football. Overall the Red Raiders just played sound football. "It was a total team win," Lineberger said. "We executed on offense, defense and special teams." Offensively South Point ran the ball well and threw as needed. Lee went 4-6 for 73 yards and a TD. South Point used an assortment of runners. But top rushing honors went to Jake Alexander who had 51 yards and three scores. Big Red's top receiver was Nick Farmer. Defensively, South Point played just as well. The Warriors were limited to 84 yards of total offense. The South Point defense also scored a safety when Payton Graham recorded a sack. East Gaston's lone score came late in the game when Josh Benfield hit Nick Ferens on an 80 yard bomb. For both teams the Big South Conference play is underway. Up next for East Gaston is a home game against Lake Norman Charter. As for South Point, they will take on East Gaston’s Nick Gwinn looks for an opening to run through against South Point. Hunter Huss. That will be at home as well.
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A home schedule featuring 14 appearances and exhibitions against three Division I opponents highlight the 2016-17 Belmont Abbey men's basketball schedule. The action gets underway on Nov. 2 as the Crusaders travel to Presbyterian to face the Blue Hose in an exhibition, then head to Davidson for another two days later. Regular-season play begins on with a pair of games at Mars Hill Nov. 11-12. The Crusaders face the hosts that Friday night before playing Wingate in a neutral-site affair the following day. The home opener is Nov. 16 against Tusculum as part of a home-andhome series with the Tigers. After a trip to Catawba and a pre-Thanksgiving home game against Christendom, The Abbey faces UNC Greensboro on Black Friday in the final exhibition action. The Conference Carolinas opener is slated for the Wheeler Center on Nov. 30, opening a three-game homestand. The Crusaders play a double round-robin slate with 10 league opponents. The conference tournament begins on campuses on February 28 with the top eight competing in the quarterfinals. The semifinals and championship take place March 4-5 at the highest remaining seed. "I am particularly excited for the 14 home games in the Wheeler Center where our students and the surrounding community will create an electric atmosphere that will help us defend our home court," Taylor added. Season tickets are now on sale by calling 704-461-6235. Warrior fans Casey Callanhan & Kathryn Helms all dressed up The price is just $100 for the entire men's and women's schedfor the Black Friday game. Photos by Jim Abernethy ule, a significant savings off the day-of-game price.
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Red Raider Caleb Gibson runs against East Gaston.
South Point kicker Thomas Lempereur adds an extra point against East Gaston.
South Point defenders upend an East Gaston player in last Friday’s game.
Red Raider Ty Tinker #30 gets a handoff in the East Gaston game. Photos by Calvin Craig/Superraiders.com
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South Point’s Jake Alexander, #24, finds room to run behind the Raiders offensive Line.
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Students from the Highland School of Technology recently took a field trip to WBTV to see how a news show is broadcast. News Teacher Todd Walker at North Belmont Elementary was given anchor John Carter was one of the hosts. this photo a few years ago, perhaps by the Pritchard family of Gaston Schools photo a long ago class at the school. Do you recognize relatives? Are you in this photo or know anyone in it? We do not know the year or anything but we would love to. “I am a passionate lover of history and I hope that this photo jogs some memories, makes you open your own scrapbook and share old photos from our school,” Walker said. “If you mesReader Advisory: the National Trade Associations we belong to has purchased the following classifieds. Determining the value of their service or product is advised by this publication. In sage them to me or email me at stwalker@gaston.k12.nc.us order to avoid misunderstandings, some advertisers do not offer employment but rather supply the readers with manuals, directories and other materials designed to help their clients establish I will be very happy to have a little history of North Belmont mail order selling and other businesses at home. Under NO circumstance should you send any money in advance or give the client your checking, license ID, or credit card numbers. Also Corner on our Facebook page. beware of ads that claim to guarantee loans regardless of credit and note that if a credit repair company does business only over the phone it s illegal to request any money before delivering Photo from N. Belmont Elementary Facebook its service. All funds are based in US dollars. 800 numbers may or may not reach Canada.
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High school students receive coaching about colleges and careers Students in Gaston County Schools can get a head start on their career and college plans this year thanks to a new partnership between Gaston County Schools and Gaston College. The school district is part of the NCWorks Career Coach Program, an initiative to help high school students learn about education and job opportunities available to them after graduation. The 2016-2017 school year is the first full year for the program, and Gaston County Schools will benefit Misti Elting from a career coach assigned to work with students at Bessemer City, Hunter Huss and North Gaston high schools. Misti Elting is Gaston County’s career coach, a position funded by a grant through the NC Community College System Office. She’ll rotate between the high schools to meet with students and serve as a consultant and resource specialist, helping them figure out career goals and identify programs at Gaston College and in the community. “I’m really looking forward to working with students and showing them all of the great tools and resources available to help them make educated decisions as they navigate college/ career choice,” Elting said. “My mission is to help students decide which career path they intend to pursue and educate them on the combination of education, skills and training needed.” Elting will work closely with the district’s Career and Technical Education (CTE) program. Brett Buchanan, the district’s CTE director, said Elting will help expand the resources and options available to students. “The career coach program is important because students now have someone designated to work with them about future career choices. This program can help them make those choices and have a tremendous impact on their future,” Buchanan said. Some goals of the program are to increase the number of high school students completing six or more credit hours of Career and College Promise (CCP) courses as well as increase the number applying to a post-secondary institution. Elting participated in the “Educators in the Workplace” program this summer, a partnership between Gaston County Schools and the Gaston Regional Chamber. The project helps teachers and counselors learn about opportunities in the local job market. Elting said the experience will help her make connections for students in the year ahead. “It was very encouraging to see that students can come out of high school and work and get on-the-job training or go to a two-year program through their job,” she said. “It’s great to be able to have all these different pathways here in Gaston County.”
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RENT TO OWN: CARPORTS, GARAGES, BARNS. Garages from $115 month, 36 months. Horse Barns from $265 month, 36 months. NO CREDIT CHECK. J DEER CORN, 50 LB BAG. Johnson Sales, Forest City. 828Shelled Corn $8.50. Cobbed 245-5895. Corn $8. 704-473-0359. NEED CASH? BUY MOST ANYHEAVY DUTY CARRIER, fits THING THAT’S A BARGAIN. your trailer or car hitch, $100. Car, Truck, RV Camper, Jeep, 68 Camaro, Trailer Cargo, Sub704-487-0684. urban. NO JUNK! Must have title. QUEEN SIZE SOFA BED $300. 4 Wheelers, Golf Cart, Tractor, Beige pattern. 704-434-9842, Guns. Don’t call if not a bargain. leave message. 828-551-7176. MULTI USE COMPUTER DESK, MORGAN’S FIREWOOD SERglass, wood & metal. Paid $250, VICE; Fresh cut Oak, 1/2 ton pickwill sell for $65. Like new. 704up load cut, split & delivered, $60. 473-1311. Short chunks for small stoves & DINING TABLE, LIKE NEW. bigger chunks for regular size Marble, glass & wrought iron with stoves. 1-828-395-0758. 4 chairs. Paid $499, will sell for ROPER WASHER & DRYER, $175. 704-473-1311. good condition, $200. Solid Oak 4 PIECE LIVING ROOM SUITE, dining set, chairs & hutch, $250. rug & lamps, $200. Girl’s loft bed Tom Clark gnomes. 828-447& chest of drawers, $325. 704- 3363. 473-6739. (2) SHOW CASES, 5’ long, $100 1990 TOYOTA TRUCK. No rust. each OBO. Lots of 50% OFF Needs motor work $1100. 1994 items at Ole Grey’s, inside Tri-City Chevy 1500, 4x4, 5.7 motor, Mall. 828-223-5668. $3200. Matthews Bow Q2, Matthews sight. Case and arrows 30’ RENEGADE TOY HAULER included. Very good cond. 919- CAMPER. Fully self contained, 2 queen beds. $10,000 or consider 395-3494. trading of equal value. 828-247GE 9,900/9,700 BTU HEATING/ 0506. COOLING window unit. Heats good. Cools OK. 220V unit. $75 SOLID OAK ENT. CENTER, obo. SHARP HEAVY DUTY Dual $100. Solid Oak China cabinet, Magnetron commercial grade mi- $200. (2) exterior doors & frame, crowave. .7 cuft, 1200W, 120V $175 front, $150 back. 828-748unit. 6 yrs old. Works great. This 8152. unit was $1000 new. $200 obo. HAY, 1st QUALITY Fertilized 704-487-4888. Fescue & Orchard. Square bales, MARBLE DINING TABLE, 4 chairs, $100. 1500 watt microwave, $30. Bakers rack, $75. Nice vanity & stool, $75. 704-7394296.
OUTBOARD EVINRUDE 4HP motor, runs good. $200. 2 lots at 2014 KIOTI TRACTOR DK40 SE. Cleveland Memorial Park near Front end loader, 4WD, bushhog, fountain, $800 for both. 704-434box blade, hydraulic top & side 9375. link, $21,500. 6’x18’ equipment trailer with dual wheels, new tires, DARK GREEN SOFA, loveseat, $1800. 704-739-4415, 704-616- chair, ottoman, good condition. 0309. Stain free/very sturdy. Large TRAILERS, NEW 5x8, $525. J. $3.75 you pick up in field. 4x5 1941 JOHN DEERE Model B beautiful pictures, new women’s Johnson Sales, Inc. Forest City. round bales, $45 you pick up in field, I will load. 828-429-3100. 828-245-5895. Tractor with hand crank. Has clothes, jewelry. 864-839-3375. been restored with new front wheels & tires, new rear tires. $4000. 828-228-7710.
condition, $4500 obo. Call 704- REDUCED $850 MO. 3/2 ranch, yard, elect, storage. 215 Branch487-0550 or 704-678-3954. wood Circle, Kings Mtn. No pets, 1996 MAZDA PICKUP, 4x4, no smoking, no Sect. 8. 704-460auto, 6 cylinder, extended cab, 2256. runs good, $2700 or trade for nice REDUCED. $695 MO. 2/2 MH, Dune Buggy. 828-817-3482. yard, elect, storage. 825 Moun1991 MAZDA MIATA, 5-speed, tain Crest Dr, Kings Mtn. No pets, white with new black top, 170,591 no smoking, no Sect 8. 704-460miles, in good condition. $3000 2256. firm. 828-228-7710. HOUSE FOR RENT, 2BR 1BA, 1 mile from Gardner Webb Univer1986 21’ PROLINE CABIN sity. 120 Pineland, $600 month plus utilities, $600 security deposCRUISER, good for lake or it. Call 704-484-9580. ocean. Johnson 225 HP. $3000. 704-487-5901, 704-284-0335.
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16 FT. BOAT FOR SALE. Center Console, 70HP motor, Troll GASTON MEMORIAL PARK motor, trailer. Must see! 828-442- grave plot, opening 2 closing, vault in most desired location. 0101. Value $6500, quick sale $3000 BUSINESS SERVICES cash. 704-974-9615. HORSE QUALITY HAY. Round DRYER DUCT CLEANING. Im- & square bales. 704-487-6855. prove your dryer efficiency. Help STORAGE BUILDING 12X24. prevent house fires. 704-678Must move, $1350. Cherryville. 5792. 704-530-0242 PRESSURE WASHING: Deck 3 SHOTGUNS FOR SALE. Refinishing, Driveways, Houses, Ready for dove season. 20 Vinyl Siding, etc. Low prices. Call gauge pump $225, 12 gauge 704-538-0555. pump $225. Both have adjustWESTERN CAROLINA CHIM- able chokes. Also rare antique NEY SWEEP. Cleaning, Repair, .410 gauge bolt action (full choke) Caps, Pest Removals. Preseason $350. 704-538-7575. Fall Specials. 22yrs exp. Ellen- FIREWOOD FOR SALE. Pick up boro +75 miles. Neal Wallace, truck load, $70. Dump truck $200. 828-223-7730. 704-418-3083.
MOTORCYCLES 2013 HONDA GOLDWING F6B, 2500 miles. Selling because of health, can’t ride. Like new, $10,000 after 5pm. 704-4807324. 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. SHI-TZU, PEKA-TZU & PEKINESE PUPPIES, CKC registered. 1st shot & worming. 864-4904979, text only. LIVESTOCK FOR SALE Pure Breed, Angus Bulls and Heifers. Jacob Fork Ranch. Call 704-5381199 or 704-600-7847. 2 MALE TOY AUSTRALIAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES. 1 whiteblue merle, 1 white-chocolate ears. ASDR registry, $300. 1st shots & wormed. 704-482-0178
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Woodhill Elementary holds “Dot Day” They even brought their coins from the tooth fairy. In just four days, students at Woodhill Elementary collected $440 in change for the Gastonia Police Foundation. The children presented their donation on Thursday, September 15 during a school-wide celebration of “Dot Day,” an annual international event inspired by the children’s book “The Dot” by Peter H. Reynolds. “Dot Day is all about making your mark,” explained Nicole Hallman, the school’s media specialist, who organized the event. “My idea was for us to give back to this community.” It was an important lesson for the children, said principal Amy Hord. “We really worked on teaching our students that they have the ability to make their mark on the world,” she said. “I’m so proud of them.” The celebration included a visit from the Gastonia Police Department bomb squad and K-9 units. Police Capt. Mike Lari, executive director of the Gastonia Police Foundation, thanked the teachers and students for their contribution. “This money can go to help give us equipment or to fund some of our community programs,” he said. “We are always trying to improve community relations and the best place to start that is with children. We don’t want children to be afraid of the police. We want them to know that we’re here to help them if they ever need help.” Students had the chance to meet police officers and learn what they do. Every class from pre-K to fifth grade got a chance to watch demonstrations from the bomb squad and K-9 unit. Officer Jason Eaker introduced them to K-9 “Recon” and showed how he is used to find and apprehend suspects. Bomb technician Christian Clinch showed a few of the remote-controlled robots he uses to find and disarm devices. “If you want to get into this field, make sure you know your math,” he told the students.
Gastonia Police bomb technician Christian Clinch showed students at Woodhill Elementary a few of the remote-controlled robots he uses to find and disarm devices. The display was part of Dot Day at the school. Gaston County Schools photo
Woodhill Elementary students collected $440 for the Gastonia Police Foundation. Gaston County Schools photo
First graders at Gaston Christian School were recently visited by Gastonia police officers Z. Williams, K9 Officer M. Lewis with his dog Blaze and K9 Officer D. Rowland with Colt who showed the kids how man and animal work as a team. Gaston Christian School photo
Gaston County Schools is proud to share the "Good News" for September 2016 Gaston County Schools received a pickup truck load of school supplies from Gastonia Nissan’s third annual “Fill the Frontier” collection drive. Social workers from seven schools visited the dealership recently to receive the supplies, which were distributed to their students. The graduation rate for Gaston County Schools increased to 88 percent, which is the highest rate ever for the school district. Since the state first calculated the graduation rate in 2006, Gaston County has increased 19.9 points from 68.1 percent in 2006 to 88 percent in 2016. The overall student proficiency rate on the state end-of-grade and end-ofcourse tests has increased for Gaston County Schools. The proficiency rate for the 2015-2016 academic year is 52.9 percent compared to 50.4 percent the previous year. Additionally, the district had more schools to meet or exceed academic growth expectations. This year, 84 percent of schools met or exceeded academic growth compared to 75 percent in 20142015. Students at W.A. Bess Elementary, Gardner Park Elementary and Kiser Elementary enjoyed a visit from “Hugo the Hornet,” who brought the Charlotte Hornets’ book bus to the schools and gave a fun presentation about the importance of reading. Stanley Middle School teacher Jill Hendrix spent six weeks in Panama over the summer training teachers to teach English. She was one of 20 educators chosen from more than 160 applicants nationwide to participate in the Panama Teacher Match, a program funded by the U.S. Embassy of Panama. Stuart W. Cramer High School teacher Jo Margolis was selected as a Claes Nobel Educator of Distinction by the student members of the National Society of High School Scholars. Students nominate the teacher who has made the most significant contribution to their academic career for the award. Gaston Early College High School was recognized in the Jostens National Yearbook of Excellence program for its 2016 publication. The Early College was one of only 27 schools in the state to receive the award. Russ Paul is the yearbook adviser. Cherryville High School volleyball coach Leigh Kiser earned her 100th career coaching victory. Cherryville High School senior Bayleigh Henley received the N.C. High School Athletic Association’s Performance of the Week Award, which is sponsored by the Time Warner Cable Sports Channel. She is a member of the school’s vol-
Dannie Benjamin Missions run
The 3rd annual Dannie Benjamin Missions Fund 5k Walk/ Run event will take place Saturday, Oct. 8 starting at 9am at First Baptist Church, 23 N. Central Ave., Belmont. All proceeds go toward the Dannie Benjmin Mission Fund which supGastonia Police K9 officer Jason Eaker introduced Woodhill El- ports evangelistic, medical, dental, and community missions. ementary students to his K-9 partner “Recon” during Dot Day. Register at http://Tinyurl.com/db5k2016. Call 704-825-3758 Gaston County Schools photo for more information.
leyball team. Robinson Elementary teachers Amber Litfin and Tammy Holland received a $4,999 grant from Times Oil Company for the “makerspace” room they created at the school, which allows students to design projects using a variety of materials. This is the second grant the teachers have received for the project. Robinson Elementary received a donation of school supplies from Gaston Christian Church in Belmont. Youth minister Ken Osterbrook presented teacher tote bags full of supplies to the school. Four high school English teachers Caitlin Floyd (Stuart W. Cramer), Melanie Hawkins (Cherryville), Holly Scoggins (North Gaston) and Melanie Weaver (Highland) along with curriculum facilitator Celeste Sadler participated in the “Teaching English II: Enrich the Mind and Scores Will Follow” seminar at the N.C. Center for the Advancement of Teaching in Cullowhee.
Gaston County Schools teachers are lifelong learners and always looking for ways to reach their students. Recently, four high school English teachers, Caitlin Floyd (Stuart W. Cramer), Melanie Hawkins (Cherryville), Holly Scoggins (North Gaston) and Melanie Weaver (Highland), along with curriculum facilitator Celeste Sadler participated in the “Teaching English II: Enrich the Mind and Scores Will Follow” seminar at the N.C. Center for the Advancement of Teaching in Cullowhee. Gaston Schools photos