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Commemorative Veterans’ LCSO Dive Team assists flag orders being accepted HPVFD in recovering Cherryville accident victim This year’s CMSP program began Jan. 5; lasts until March 15

NCHP on-scene during search, recovery operation from local pond

by MICHAEL E. POWELL Editor michael@cfmedia.info

Cherryville Downtown Director David Day said last week the Cherryville Main Street Design Team is again taking orders for commemorative veterans’ flags to be displayed on Main Street during patriotic holidays.

They started on Tuesday, Jan. 5, and Mr. Day said, “We’re accepting orders up to March 15.”

He continued, noting that, along with the orders for the “Hometown Hero” pennants, the CMSP also needs a formal portrait photograph of the uniformed veteran who is to be honored must be either emailed to Day at (dday@cityofcherryville. com), addressed to him at: Cherryville Downtown Director David Day, 220 East Main St., Cherryville, NC, 28021, or delivered in person to him at the Main

by MICHAEL E. POWELL Editor michael@cfmedia.info

An example of the “Hometown Hero” flag the Cherryville Main Street Program is wanting to start up again. This one is of U.S. Navy veteran, Mr. Jerry Walker, who proudly served his country from 1960 to 1964. (photo provided) Street/Chamber of Commerce office at 220 East Main, between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.

There is a cost so please either email them and inquire as to the cost or call them at (704) 435-3451, or email him at the already

listed email address.

Mr. Day noted all checks – after finding out the price – must be made payable to: “City of Cherryville” and tagged on the memo line “Veterans Flags”.

Once made, the flags See FLAG, Page 8

On Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2021 a Cherryville man, Gerald Clontz Parker, was found deceased in his vehicle, which accidentally went into a pond just outside of Cherryville.

According to a media release from the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office, spokesman Lt. Larry Seagle said the LCSO Dive Team “…assisted the Hughes Pond Fire Department in recovering a vehicle and a body from a pond near the intersection of Mount Zion Church Road and Highway 274 in Gaston County.”

North Carolina State Highway Trooper R.H. Pierce said Mr. Parker, 90, See ACCIDENT, Page 6

Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office divers locate a vehicle in a pond just outside of Cherryville. The deceased victim was later identified as Mr. Gerald Clontz Parker. (photo provided)

CHS coaches’ commitment to professional development

CHS earns spot on national honor roll

by TODD HAGANS Chief Communications Officer Gaston County Schools Communications/Public Information Department

Cherryville High School has earned a spot on a national honor roll.

The school is the only one in Gaston County and among only 33 in North Carolina to achieve Level One status in the National Federation of State High School Associations’ (NFHS) Honor Roll program. The NFHS is a national-level organization for state high school athletic associations as well as schools involved in their state association.

Last March when the coronavirus pandemic hit, the NFHS launched a program designed to promote professional development for high school coaches. The courses are made available on the NFHS Learning Center website for coaches to complete.

Cherryville High School has earned a spot recently on a national honor roll. (photo by MEP/The Eagle/CF Media) Schools gain Level One, Level Two, or Level Three recognition based on the sequence of courses completed by at least 90 percent of a school’s coaching staff.

Cherryville’s coaches completed the Level One courses: Concussion in Sports; Sudden Cardiac Arrest; Protecting Students from Abuse; and Fundamentals of Coaching.

“Oftentimes when we talk about professional development, we think about courses that focus on academics, classroom management, student behavior and discipline, and other topics that relate

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to the classroom,” said CHS principal Kevin Doran. “It is wonderful to see professional development options for educators that go beyond the classroom to an area such as athletics.”

Doran continued, “We are proud of our Ironmen coaching staff for their efforts to engage in professional development that concentrates on learning about sports-related topics. It shows their commitment to excellence in both athletics and academics.”

“As a school principal, I am lucky to have such a dedicated group of professionals See CHS, Page 8

While starting as a few weak flakes, Cherryville’s first snow of 2021 eventually picked up intensity, with the flakes getting bigger and fatter, if only for a short time. (photo by Susan L. Powell)

Cherryville’s first snow of 2021 only a light dusting State roads, highways, brined in anticipation of more, as per forecasts

by MICHAEL E. POWELL Editor michael@cfmedia.info

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of 2021 amounted, in spite of various weather models and forecasts, to only a light dusting.

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■ OBITUARIES

Dr. Charles Lindsay McDowell (1933 – 2020) RICHMOND, VA – Dr. Charles Lindsay McDowell, of Richmond, Va., died on Oct. 29, 2020, at the age of 87.

He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Carter Donnan McDowell; his three sons, Roy Wheatley McDowell (Barrie) of Richmond, Alan Alexander Bartlett McDowell (Maureen) of Larchmont, N.Y. and Lindsay Donnan McDowell (MariCris) of Cranbury, N.J.; five grandchildren, Kathryn Jeffrey McDowell, Malcolm Douglas McDowell, Frances Meehan McDowell, Connor Paulin McDowell and Avery Virginia McDowell; and one brother, Harold Carlyle McDowell of Mars Hill, N.C. His parents were Kathryn Bowers McDowell and Roy Hendrix McDowell of Belmont, N.C. Dr. McDowell was the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Lindsay Carlyle McDowell, lifelong residents of Cherryville; son of Dr. Roy Hendrix McDowell, originally of Cherryville; nephew of Mrs. Ruth McDowell Gurley of Cherryville; and first cousin of Harriette McDowell Gurley-Gilbert, originally of Cherryville.

Dr. McDowell’s professional life was extremely important to him. After graduating from Wake Forest College, he trained for 10 years for his career as a hand specialist in orthopedic surgery. He went to medical school at the Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia, where he was awarded the DePalma Orthopedics Prize, which led to an internship and residency in orthopedics at Jefferson Hospital. He was then awarded the Kane Fellowship in Hand Surgery, under Dr. Robert E. Carroll at the Columbia-Presbyte-

rian Medical Center. After the fellowship year in New York, he moved to Richmond in 1965, entering the practice of orthopedic, hand and upper extremity surgery.

While in private practice, he started and served hand surgery departments at the Medical College of Virginia, the Richmond Children’s Hospital and later at the McGuire Veterans Administration Hospital. In many ways he was a pioneer. First, in complex surgical treatments for children with birth defects and injuries and later in his research into the biology of tendon and cartilage repair.

Dr. McDowell was a scholar and a technician, but he firmly believed that excellence in medicine was much more than training. He held the doctor/patient relationship as paramount. He once co-wrote an advice pamphlet in an effort to pass on the wisdom of mentors and colleagues to new MDs. In it he said, “You must understand precisely what the patient wants and expects; and the patient must understand your capabilities and limitations.”

Dr. McDowell established trust and his patients loved him for it.

Charlie McDowell had a busy life. Beyond medicine, he was a student of history, architecture and every science invented. He was a lifelong sailor who raced and cruised all over the world.

And late in life his adventurous soul took him into aviation. He was a private pilot who loved the rigor of maintaining his instrument rating.

He was blessed by the many friends that touched his life – peers from his medical life, his teaching life and his personal life. Lastly, he stated that, “the love and support of Carter and the boys and my love for them trumps every other aspect of my life.” The family would like to thank and recognize Lisa, Jay, Debbie, Tiera, Deborah and Keyona for their support in the last year.

A family burial took place at Hollywood Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Better Housing Coalition, P.O. Box 12117, Richmond, Va., 23241.

Bliley’s Funeral Home – Central, Richmond, VA, served the family of Dr. McDowell.

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■ POLICE

Gail J. Mellon CHERRYVILLE – Gail Jennings Mellon, 60, of 345 Bess Rd., died Saturday, Jan. 9, 2021 at Atrium Health – Cleveland.

Gail was born July 1, 1960 in Cleveland County, a daughter of the late Hilton and Ellen Garren Jennings.

She was a member of Cherryville Missionary Methodist Church and a CAN, having formerly worked at Hospice of Cleveland County. She enjoyed her family, drinking Diet Sundrops, going to the beach and the mountains, the Cherryville New Year Shooters, and found great pleasure in R & Ln (riding and lookin).

In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by a sister, Vickie Jennings.

Survivors include her husband of 39 years, Eddie Ray Mellon; two sons, Zeb Mellon (Melanie) of Cherryville and Josh Mellon (Pamela) of Kings Mountain; two grandchildren, Jason and Kylie Mellon; two sisters, Dianne Shull and Mary Green, both of Cherryville; favorite cousin, Tracy Garren; two nieces, Nicole Welch and Corey Short; and numerous other relatives.

She lay-in-state at Carpenter – Porter Funeral and Cremation Services Monday, Jan. 11, 2021 from 1 to 7 p.m.

A graveside service was held Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2021 at City Memorial Cemetery at 1 p.m., with Rev. Bobby Holtsclaw officiating. COVID-19 restrictions were observed.

Memorials may be made to Hospice of Cleveland County, 951 Wendover Heights Dr., Shelby, NC, 28150.

Condolences may be made to www.carpentersfuneralhome.net.

Carpenter – Porter Funeral & Cremation Services served the family of Mrs. Mellon.

Sue Ellen Ramsey LINCOLNTON – Sue Ellen Ramsey, 74, passed away Sunday, Jan. 10, 2021 at Brian Center of Lincolnton.

She was born Oct. 8, 1946 in Gaston County to the late Grady Clarence and Ellen Young Ramsey.

Sue Ellen was a member of St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, where she taught Sunday school, and directed the church choir. She was a member of Delta Kappa Gamma Society. Ms. Ramsey taught at Bessemer City High School from 1967 to 1985. She was also a devoted UNC Tarheels fan.

Survivors include her brothers, James K. Ramsey and wife, Ann, and Larry Ramsey and wife, Shirley; nieces, Leslie Kazee and husband Curtis, Jennifer Ramsey and husband, Dan, Emily Ramsey and husband, Kirk, and Lara Ramsey; great-nephews, Aikman Kazee, and George Sippel; and greatnieces, Landry Kazee, and Maxine Sippel.

A guest register will be available from 10 a.m., to 12 noon, Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2021 at Carpenter – Porter Funeral and Cremation Services.

Due to COVID-19 restrictions, a private funeral service will be held at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church with Rev. Malcom Lerch officiating.

Memorials may be made to St. Mark’s Lutheran Church at 1203 St. Mark’s Church Rd., Cherryville, NC, 28021.

Sue Ellen’s family would like to thank the staff of Brian Center Health and Retirement of Lincolnton for their loving care during her time there.

Condolences may be made to www.carpentersfuneralhome.net.

Carpenter – Porter Funeral & Cremation Services is serving the family of Ms. Ramsey.

ARRESTS 12-30-20: Aaron Taylor Brown, 19, 5694 Ward Rd., Vale; one count each possession of marijuana up to ½ ounce; possession of drug paraphernalia; and possession of a Schedule II controlled substance. Vehicle impounded at the scene and stores at McDaniel’s Towing. $500 secured bond.

12-31: Meghann Lynn Bryant, 30, 5042 Suncrest Farms Ln., Crouse, was arrested at this same address by GCPD officers on one count of simple assault.

1-1: Amy Elizabeth Slaughter, 43, 416 N. Pine St., Cherryville; one count felony possession of methamphetamine; and one count each, possession of marijuana up to ½ ounce and possession of drug paraphernalia. $1,000 secured bond.

1-2: Douglas Wade Melton, 44, 610 Oaks Rd., Gastonia; one count felony possession of a stolen motor vehicle; one count felony possession of methamphetamine; and one count felony possession of cocaine; and one count each of carrying concealed deadly weapon (brass knuckles), reckless driving to endanger, injury to real property, RDO, and possession of drug paraphernalia. $20,000 secured bond.

1-3: Michael John Hines, 39, 205 Foster St., Cherryville, was arrested at this same address by GCD officers on one count of an OFA (contempt of court/perjury/court violation).

1-5: Jason Bryan Hancock, 33, 5402 Dellinger Cir., Cherryville; one count of a WSOJ for a criminal summons. No bond type, amount listed.

1-5: Rebecca Leanne Fisher, 32, 222 Delview Dr., Cherryville; one count felony possession of methamphetamine; one count each misdemeanor simple possession of a Schedule IV controlled substance and possession of drug paraphernalia. $6,000 secured bond.

1-5: Ashton Cole Teague, 27, 222 Delview Dr., Cherryville; one count misdemeanor DWLR. $5,000 secured bond. Vehicle secured and left at scene.

1-6: Eva Cathleen Johnson, 36, 251 St. Mark’s Church Rd., Cherryville, was arrested at this same address by GCPD officers for one count each of a motor vehicle theft, stolen property, larceny/other, and a drug/narcotic violation.

INCIDENTS 12-30-20: Lincolnton woman reports credit card fraud by listed suspect who fraudulently used her card at a Cherryville business location. Two charges were made, according to CPD incident report. Closed/cleared by arrest.

12-30: Cherryville business reports shoplifting ($399/ computer) by unknown male.

Closed by other means.

12-30: CPD officer reports DWLR; WSOJ/possession of drug paraphernalia; WSOJ/ possession of a Schedule II controlled substance; and WSOJ/possession of marijuana up to ½ ounce. Closed by arrest.

12-31: GCPD officers report closing/clearing by arrest an aggravated assault incident at 5042 Suncrest Farms Ln., Crouse.

1-1-21: GCPD officers report a warrant obtained but not served for an aggravated assault at 251 St. Mark’s Church Rd., Cherryville.

1-1: CPD officer reports possession of methamphetamine; possession of marijuana up to ½ ounce; and possession of drug paraphernalia by listed suspects possessing illegal narcotics.

Seized: two (2) grams of methamphetamine; 0.1 ounce of marijuana; two (2) glass pipes; and various cut straws.

Closed by arrest.

1-2: CPD officer reports stolen property offenses; possession of methamphetamine; possession of cocaine; carrying a concealed deadly weapon; RDO; possession of drug paraphernalia; reckless driving to endanger; and injury to real property by listed suspect who wrecked stolen vehicle. Seized: one (1) gram of cocaine (all forms except “crack”); eight (8) grams of amphetamines/methamphetamines; one syringe; chrome knuckles; black sunglass case; 2008 Nissan Sentra ($4,000); and $300 in damages to a front lawn in Delview. Closed/ cleared by arrest.

1-2: Cherryville man reports larceny of moped ($1,000) by unknow person(s) who took listed item w/o his consent. Case is active and under further investigation.

1-5: CPD officer reports possession of methamphetamine; simple possession of a Schedule IV controlled substance; possession of drug paraphernalia; and DWLR by listed suspects who possessed seized narcotics and

See POLICE, Page 8

By JIM MILLER Editor

How Seniors Can Make Their Bathrooms Safer and Easier to Use Dear Savvy Senior, What tips can you recommend for making a bathroom senior-friendly? My 78-year-old mother has mobility problems and fell getting out of the bathtub last month. I’d like to modify her bathroom with some safety features that can help keep her safe.

Concerned Daughter

lowed for your mom’s bathroom fixtures and get a plug-in nightlight that automatically turns on when the room gets dark.

Bathtub/shower: To make bathing safer, purchase a rubber suction-grip mat, or put down adhesive nonskid tape on the tub/ shower floor. And have a carpenter install grab bars in and around the tub/shower for support.

Dear Concerned, Great question! Because more accidents and injuries happen in the bathroom than any other room in the house, this is a very important room to modify, especially for seniors with mobility or balance problems.

If your mom uses a shower curtain, install a screw or bolt-mounted curtain rod, versus a tension-mounted rod, so that if she loses her balance and grabs the shower curtain the rod won’t spring loose.

Depending on your mom’s needs and budget, here are some simple tips and product recommendations that can make her bathroom safer and easier to use.

For easier access and safer bathing, consider getting your mom a shower or bathtub chair so she can bathe from a seated position. In addition, you should also have a handheld, adjustable-height showerhead installed that makes chair bathing easier.

Floor: To avoid slipping, a simple fix is to get non-skid bath rugs for the floors. Or if you want to put in a new floor get slip-resistant tiles, rubber or vinyl flooring, or install wall-to-wall carpeting.

Lights: Good lighting is also very important, so install the highest wattage bulbs al-

If your mom has the budget for it, another good option is to install a curb-less shower or a walk-in-bathtub. Curb-less showers have no threshold to step over, and come with a built-in seat, grab bars, slip resistant floors and an adjustable handheld showerhead. While walk-in tubs have a

door in front that provides a much lower threshold to step over than a standard tub.

They also have a built-in seat, handrails and a slip resistant bottom, and some have therapeutic features like whirlpool water jets and/or bubble massage air jets.

Curb-less showers and walk-in-tubs run anywhere between $2,500 and $10,000 installed.

Toilet: Most standard toilets are around 15 inches high and can be an issue for taller seniors with arthritis, back, hip or knee problems. If your mom has trouble getting on or off the toilet, a simple solution is to purchase a raised toilet seat that clamps to the toilet bowl, and/or purchase toilet safety rails that sit on each side of the seat for support. Or, you can install a new ADA compliant “comfort height” toilet that is 16-to-19 inches high.

Faucets: If your mom has twist handles on the sink, bathtub or shower faucets, consider replacing them with lever handle faucets, or with a touch, motion or digital smart faucet. They’re easier to operate, especially if she has hand arthritis or gripping problems. Also note that it only takes 130-degree water to scald someone,

so turn her hot water heater down to 120 degrees.

Doorway: If your mom needs a wider bathroom entrance to accommodate a walker or wheelchair, an inexpensive solution is to install some swing clear offset hinges on the door which will expand the doorway an additional two inches.

Emergency assistance: As a safety precaution, you should also consider purchasing a voice-enabled medical alert system like Get Safe (GetSafe.com) for her bathroom. This device would let her call for help by simple voice command, or by pushing a button or pulling a cord.

You can find all of these suggested products at either medical supply stores, pharmacies, big-box stores, home improvement stores, hardware and plumbing supply stores, as well as online.

Send your senior questions to: Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070, or visit SavvySenior.org. Jim Miller is a contributor to the NBC Today show and author of “The Savvy Senior” book.

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Happy New Year from the Cherryville Branch Library!

by TRACI POLLITT Branch Manager – Cherryville Library

Happy New Year from your Cherryville Branch Library! Did you miss us?

We apologize for the lack of library articles during December. It’s normally a slow time for us anyway, and this year, it was very, very slow. Despite being closed, we wanted to help our patrons celebrate the change of years. We created a Family Fun Box full of New Year’s Eve goodies: crowns to create and wear, coloring pages, word searches, popcorn, and hot chocolate. We took orders so we could tailor each box to the family picking it up, and they were a huge hit!

We have also had great success with our curbside Take-n-Make packets. We know that these are popular and they tend to go quickly, so if you stop by to pick one up and the container is empty, just know that we are working hard to restock.

Due to the continued increase in COVID-19 cases in Gaston County and the surrounding area, the Gaston County Public Library decided to elevate restrictions on its buildings and scale back some services in an effort to maintain the health and safety of its staff and patrons. We went back to curbside pickup only on Monday, Dec. 14. That meant no patrons walking into our branch to browse the stacks or coming in to send a fax. We know that it’s been difficult, all these changes, and we wanted to take this opportunity to remind everyone that it is ALWAYS a good idea to call before your head our way. Thankfully, we were able to offer our fax and copy service via the curbside method, and those needing our public access computers were allowed to book appointments for that specific purpose. While this all sounds like “bad” news, we did receive some “good” news last week – a shift in our hours. We will be able to offer our limited services until 6 p.m., AND we will be offering curb-

Travis Brittain Gastonia Police Chief

Shaaron Miller Funderburk

2021 Gaston Together MLK Unity Awards Brittain, Freeman and Funderburk honored

The Cherryville Branch Library has had great success with their curbside Take-n-Make packets. (photos provided)

Your friends at the Cherryville Branch Library wanted to help their patrons celebrate the change of years so they created a Family Fun Box full of New Year’s Eve goodies: crowns to create and wear, coloring pages, word searches, popcorn, and hot chocolate! side pickup on Saturdays from 10 a.m., to 2 p.m.

This is fabulous news for those who can’t make it here before 5 p.m., which is the time we’ve been closing since last June! The slightly expanded curbside

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Again, we would like to remind patrons to call ahead. It’s best to do that for curbside pickups and computer appointments, plus we’re heading into what might be winter weather – you never know when our area might see snow!

You can reach us at (704) 435-6767, Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m., to 6 p.m., and on Saturday, from 10 a.m., to 2 p.m.

From all of us here at the Cherryville Branch Library, thank you. Thank you for your patience and your understanding. We have the best patrons ever!

The Gaston Clergy & Citizens Coalition (GC3), an initiative of Gaston Together, will present the 2021 Gaston County MLK Unity Awards to Gastonia Police Chief Travis Brittain, Rev. Dr. Rodney Freeman and Shaaron Miller Funderburk on Monday, Jan. 18, at 10:30 a.m.

Due to the Covid restrictions for North Carolina, the event this year will be livestreamed through Facebook: Mt. Zion Restoration Church.

The Gaston County MLK Unity Award was established in 2004 by GC3. The award recognizes current or former Gaston County citizens who have performed exemplary community service to help build bridges of unity across lines of class, race, gender, faith and/or municipalities within our county.

Names of the honorees are engraved on the MLK Monument located at the MLK Plaza in Gastonia.

Some past winners include: Sen. Marshall Rauch, the late N. A. Smith, Mrs. Lucy Penegar and Danny Jackson. Last year’s honorees were Dr. Mark E. Epstein, Walker E. Reid III and John P. Weisenhorn.

Chief Brittain and Rev. Freeman are being honored together due to their work and partnership to promote, facilitate and help to spread community awareness of the GC3/Law Enforcement Covenant originally signed in March 2016. Both men have done exemplary work individually in building bridges of unity throughout their careers; however, the groundwork these two have laid together while putting the tenets of the covenant into practice has truly made a tremendous positive impact in our community. They have built a relationship between each other and their respective networks in the law enforcement and African/ American communities that kept the worst from happening here in the aftermath of George Floyd and other killings as well as the Confederate Monument protests.

To quote one recommendation for Chief Brittain and Rev. Freeman,

“GC3 was entirely prescient in the need (for the covenant). These two individuals embraced, facilitated, and created out of whole cloth a movement that spared Gastonia the worst that could and might have happened…and lays the foundation for it to continue far into the future, continuing a proud Gastonia tradition of proactively addressing race issues (in the spirit of the Human Relations Commission in the early 1960’s). I don’t think there can be any more deserving recipients of a Unity Award named after Dr. King.”

Chief Brittain was born and raised in Gastonia and graduated from Ashbrook High School. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice from Gardner Webb University and a Master’s degree in Justice Administration from Methodist University. He is a 2013 graduate of the FBI National Academy’s 254th Session and received the Advanced Law Enforcement Certificate from the State of North Carolina. Chief Brittain has served the Gastonia Police Department for 25 years, the last six of those in executive management. He assumed his new duties as Chief on Oct. 1, 2020.

Brittain serves on the boards of several community organizations, including the Executive Board of the Gaston Clergy & Citizens Coalition (GC3) and Habitat for Humanity, where he co-planned initiatives to build homes in areas impacted by crime.

He is also a member of the Rotary Club of East Gastonia.

Dr. Rodney Freeman is a native of York, S.C. He has an Associate of Arts degree in Biblical Studies from Jacksonville Theological Seminary, a Bachelor of Arts degree in Pastoral Studies from Queen City Bible College, a Masters of Divinity Degree from Gardner Webb University and a Doctorate of Ministry Degree from Ashland Theological Seminary. Rev. Freeman has been the Pastor of Mt. Zion Restoration Church in Gastonia since 2000. He is the first African American appointed President of the York Rotary Club, York, S.C., and is the founder and CEO of Save Our

Children Youth Academy as well as Bountiful Blessings Food Pantry both of which are in Gastonia.

Shaaron Funderburk is well known in Gaston County for her work with the Off the Streets Program, Inc., a program designed to assist women in getting off the streets and becoming free from street life, drugs, and alcohol. Tough love and strong leadership by Mrs. Funderburk, CEO and founder, have resulted in rehabilitation with many of these women re-entering the work force and life as capable, responsible, and constructive members of society. Shaaron knows first-hand what it is like to wake up and not know what has happened in your life for a period of time because you were “cracked” out of your mind and your best friend is a crack pipe.

Shaaron took a good look at herself and realized that she had hit bottom, she said, “This is it. I have had enough, and I cannot go on living this way.” Not only did she change, now she helps others to change.

Over the past 17 years, Shaaron has helped rehabilitate more than 1,000 women with a 90 percent success rate. She attributes this to knowing what it is like to be in their shoes, which helps her motivate them to turn their lives around. Mrs. Funderburk is a Hunter Huss graduate and received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Johnson C. Smith University.

The presentation of the awards will be part of an annual event designed by the GC3 to recognize the dream of Dr. King for all.

It is a dream very much alive in Gaston County.

Please join the celebration as we honor those in our midst who have worked to build bridges of unity in our county.

The GC3 is a county-wide, non-denominational ministerial association formed in the late 1990’s by Gaston Together. The GC3 meets on the second Thursday of each month at 9 a.m. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, meetings are currently conducted by virtual format.

For more information, please call Gaston Together (704) 867-9869.

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OPINION

Wednesday, January 13, 2021

TODAY’S QUOTE:

Nobody cares how much you know, until they know how much you care.

–Theodore Roosevelt

Just a little New Year’s “Rant-solution”!

Well, I was going to launch into a rant – er, an essay – about my New Year’s resolutions with this op-ed piece, but instead I wanted to relay some thoughts on our stellar role models in the world of sports, a.k.a.

NFL football players, their coaches, as well as the team owners.

In this piece I am “zeroing in” on what I feel is a bit of disingenuous and sanctimonious PC, “woke”, liberal tomfoolery as it pertains to changing the names of long-established teams, i.e., the Washington Redskins, now known to us by the mind-numbing, “Washington Football Team”.

As someone who has (or so I’ve been told) Native American ancestry (Cherokee and Chick-

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asaw) in his family tree (on both grandmothers’ sides), and who is respectful and more than a little proud of that heritage, I personally had no problem with the team being so named, for I felt it paid at least some sort of homage to the Indigenous people who were here long before any other Americans, White,

Black, or otherwise. I mean after all, Native Americans were (and are) in many ways brave warriors who fought hard to keep their lands so long as they were able.

But, that said, I look way too lily-White to pass as anybody other than that, so I took the liberty to contact one of my friends, who actually has more Native American genes than I to weigh in on the PC shenanigans of those name-changing, cancel culture twits in the NFL and other American sports venues.

Once I told him my reason for calling and he finished laughing at me, he took the cue of my embarrassed silence to note that I was serious about my reason for getting his “take” on the

issue.

“First off,’ he said, “just so we’re clear here.

You know you’re fighting a losing battle, right?

I mean, you’re a pinheaded Republican and a rightist conservative to boot, so what actually gives you any right at all to question your betters, who have proven how tough they are? I mean, they have just gained the White House, fer crying out loud! Are you daft, man? You and your pinhead buddies are screwed for four years at least, unless there is another Civil War, which I don’t see happening.

Ever. Again. Savvy?”

“Just answer the question ya big doofus,” I replied, more than a little angry already at having wasted cell phone battery juice to call him.

“Well, since you’re so nice and pleasant, I have to admit I didn’t understand why they didn’t make every Southerner’s favorite Diamond Kings, the Atlanta Braves, change their name to some liberalized, PC-leaning name too.”

“I mean, why did some Native Americans get their wigs all in a twist and some didn’t, preferring to think of the Braves name as a money-making brand instead of a racial slur? I mean, what gives, right?

Maybe it is just all about the money, after all,” I asked.

“Say, White Fool Who Shuns Work (his Native American name for me), why the sudden care for all things PC?” he asked.

“I don’t care, honestly, Fat Red Man With

Smoker’s Breath (my not-so-Native American name for him). I just think they could have already renamed the team with something more in line with where they’re located, is all.”

“And what would that be?” he queried.

“I don’t know. What do you think of the Washington Swamp Rats?” says I. “Not bad,” he said. “I like it! I like it!” he said, laughing uproariously as he hung up.

Hearing his laugh, I felt immediately better.

My work was done.

Now, on to more pressing (and unrealistic) things, like working on my resolution to lose more weight this new year!

On making New Decisions for 2021 – Year’s Resolutions… Just another year? knows the Well, it is main resolu2021 and I guess tions that are one of the first made each things to do is year. They to make a list of consist of resolutions for make more the new year. money, spend I have made less money, many resolutions lose weight, on the last day gain weight, of December

By Anne S. Haynes get a job, and in the past. I make new even wrote a friends to mention a few. children’s book years ago There are also resolutions about making resolutions. to be a better person, read It is all about the resolumore books, save money, tions of a little tree to improve in order to become a and get more exercise.

But no matter what the chosen Christmas tree. resolutions are, the obI know that many peojective is to keep them for ple write resolutions every more than a few days. The December and never keep objective, at least in my them so they eventually quit writing them. And that mind, is to make improvements in life. It’s a form of is definitely all right, but my way of thinking is that I setting life goals and trying should go ahead and write to stick with them.

As I think about resthem and just maybe I will olutions, I am trying to keep at least one of them. determine why they are And, it could even be a so difficult to keep. Is very important thing that it because they weren’t needed changing. made seriously? Were they Of course, everyone

just made in the midst of a holiday season for fun?

Would they be any different if they had been taken a little more seriously? And maybe the subject matter could be a little more serious too.

Subjects of improving the climate, making the world safer for children, and even spreading Christianity to those who have never heard could top the resolution category list.

Or what about just being a kind person and helping each other when necessary without complaining?

Anyway, resolutions can be a good thing because they at least cause people to start thinking about improving themselves and the world around them.

Now I probably need to think of a few more.

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Illegal aliens are not eligible for Social Security and that using fake cards and numbers are criminal offenses.

Tens of thousands of immigrants enter the U.S. legally from Mexico and other Central American countries. The vast majority of them (77 percent, according to Pew Research), enter the country as law-abiding permanent or temporary residents, however, 23 percent are illegal immigrants.

Bob Carlstrom, president of a senior advocacy affiliate said, “We can fully expect the numbers of illegal immigrants will increase exponentially when Joe Biden becomes the next president of the United States. He has already laid the groundwork for a new and potentially larger surge of illegal immigration by promising to stop President Trump’s border wall initiative. In fact, almost immediately after the November election reports started coming in of new caravans from Central America getting

ready to head north toward the U.S. border.”

Carlstrom said there are many reasons why it is important to take measures to repel the influx of illegal aliens.

“The principal reason is that they are breaking the law. We are a nation of laws and Congress needs to get some backbone and deal with illegal aliens and their migration. No doubt that many of them are fine people, but they need to take a legitimate path to come and work in our country if they are good guys and there is a

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Make some decisions about 2021. Where do you want to be this time in 12 months? Would you like to be 10 pounds heavier?

Maybe you would like to be 10 or 20 pounds lighter? If you cut back on your portions and get off the couch you can lose a pound a week on average.

This is daunting but just think about where you can be the first of March if you start today? Don’t start tomorrow. Start right now.

Today. This minute. Throw all that junk cake and pie in the trash. This is a tough decision because we hate to say goodbye to all those holiday cookies and candies. Your body will thank

you and you will feel so much better very soon.

Decide about financial habits. Millions of Americans carry credit card debt. Minimum payments on $3,000 of credit card debt is like swimming upriver. If you have missed a few payments your credit card company may be anxious to hear from you.

Ask them if they will consider a settlement payoff.

A friend of mine owed $5,000 and his credit card company settled for a $2,800 payoff. Your company might or might not but it never hurts to negotiate. You might be able to sell some things in order to erase that back-breaking, high interest debt.

Make some money in 2021… if you want to.

Most Americans need to make money in 2021.

Work on job applications.

Peruse the newspaper.

Search online. Consider places you have heard about and call them. Go see them. Knock on doors of opportunity. You get nowhere if you don’t try.

You might complete 20 or 30 applications to get one job interview. Complete the application thoroughly.

Give them a reason to consider you. Put together a good biographical sketch, or resume. Have a friend

or two review and edit it because two heads are better than one. Have some good, trusted references.

Wherever you work, do a good job because you want them to say a good word about you. A good word may seal the deal on your next job opportunity.

Jobs sometimes are scarce. Consider your personal knowledge and abilities and what might you do to make a dollar or two. What do you know that others need to know?

What can you offer that others need or might want?

Can you make something?

Can you fix things? How can you help others?

Creating your own life and business might be the financial and mental sanity answer for you. If you create your own work and are good at what you do, you will not run out of something to do.

Our decisions determine our destiny. Whatever decision we make, we have to put into action.

Faith without works is dead.

May your life be good, healthy and filled with wonderful love, family and friends in 2021.

Let’s work together for a good year.

need for their services.

That’s why we are backing reintroduction in the new Congress of the No Social Security for Illegal Aliens Act, a measure that would stress the fact that if you are in this country illegally there’s no way you are ever going to collect Social Security benefits.”

Mr. Carlstrom also points out it is not uncommon for illegal aliens to use false Social Security

cards to get jobs and the legislation is designed to reinforce the fact that using a fake Social Security number or one belonging to someone else is criminal.

According to the language of this bill, unauthorized work performed by illegal aliens in the U.S. would not constitute coverage by Social Security, prohibiting them from receiving benefits later in

life. This legislation helps to close the gap between Social Security and U.S. immigration rules, ensuring that those who violate immigration laws are not rewarded for their actions.

According to Mr. Carlstrom, “Addressing this crucial inconsistency strengthens the laws of our country and safeguards Social Security benefits for hard-working citizens.

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When God speaks…

In the glimpse of His presdistance, ence or a gentle I could thunder in the dissee storm tance. While God is clouds and tender, compassionI could ate and understandvaguely ing, He is also bold, hear thunstraightforward and der. My stern with us. m i n d God is patient started with His children REV. KEITH HUSS to race but that doesn’t Pastor of what I prevent us from enMt. Zion Baptist should do countering various to prepare Church, Cherryville storms along our for the earthly journeys. coming storm. Then, it hit At times, a gentle storm me that, earlier in the day, seems virtually the weather forecast stated uneventful or even irthat this may happen, but relevant. After all, it’s I did not think much of it just a little rain and a few until I had heard and seen clouds. A gentle storm is it for myself. often more appreciated This made me realize and welcomed than a disthat when God speaks turbing giant storm. to us it is often a short Preparations for a giant

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Rev. Trent Rankin Salvation Church, Gastonia, NC salvationchurchnc.org Now that we are officially in the new year, y o u proba b l y Rev. Trent Tankin have a sense of starting over, maybe new resolutions, and other improvements you would like to see after the disastrous year we just finished. We all want to see a much better year than 2020. Truth is, simply changing the year will make little difference. We find that changing 11:59 to 12:00 am is just time. Everything we finished in 2020, continued into 2021. Ultimately if this new year will be different, it will be up to us. Certainly, some things will be out of our control as the pandemic was last year, but the outcome of many things we face will be up to us.

In Joshua 1:1-9, we find Joshua at a similar time of new beginning.

Moses, the longtime leader of Israel was now dead. Israel stood at the brink of entering the promised Land. Israel faced a task of conquering stronger foreign powers and settling in the land long promised to them. As part of this challenge, God was calling Joshua to be the new leader, and lead Israel into the Promised Land.

Joshua had always been

Moses’ assistant, and now found himself leader over an entire nation on the brink of many battles. Surely Joshua was unsure, scared, and even overwhelmed.

Much like Joshua, we face a future we cannot predict. We are continuing to deal with the effects of COVID. We also face an uncertain political climate as well. To navigate this year, we can follow Joshua’s example.

Joshua committed to God, followed God’s vision, and stepped out on faith following God. This year we need the same commitment, resolving to let God lead the way. God had a vision for Israel to enter the Promised Land, and He has a vision for us too. It will take faith on our part. Joshua trusted God. Are we prepared to trust God no matter what this year holds?

As God finished His commission to Joshua, He said “The Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” (Joshua 1:9, ESV).

Wow! What an awesome reminder to you and me.

Joshua had no idea what was coming his way, but he knew God would walk with him, and he had the faith and confidence to succeed. We know we have God walking with us as well. Will this knowledge change the way we approach 2021? God has a plan for us this year, and He is prepared to go with us, now it is up to us to face the year!

storm are required due to the possibilities of dangerous conditions. Giant storms can bring heavy rains, dark rolling thunder clouds, strong winds, flashing lightening and large hail. Maybe you’ve heard the old saying, “Batten down the hatches.” In other words, a giant storm is coming so buckle down, get in a safe place and hang on.

A powerful storm can disrupt lives causing worry, stress and anxiety. However, a grievous storm is oppressive, tragic, traumatic, massive and often epic.

The damage is horrifying, shocking and critical. The pain and suffering feel almost unbearable,

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bellion to God. Scriptures tell us that there will be more grievous storms to come.

When God speaks, we must be attentive to listen the first time. When God speaks, His requirement for us is to continuously remain in His presence, draw nearer to Him, attentively listen and faithfully trust and obey. Whether the storms of life are gentle, giant or grievous, we can face them in confidence with the power and strength of God. Hebrews 4:16 states, “Let us therefore come boldly to the throne of grace that we may obtain mercy and find grace to help in time of need.”

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minded, “We aren’t sufficient of ourselves to think anything of ourselves because our sufficiency is of God.” Throughout scriptures we see diverse accounts of those who battled life’s storms. In some events we see gentle storms which were calm nudges from God. Then we see giant storms of life like the ones Paul faced when he was thrown into prison and what Joseph endured when his brothers sold him as a slave. There are grievous storms in the Bible like Pharaoh, the king of Egypt, suffered with the plagues, losing his firstborn son and watching the parted Red Sea swallow up his entire army all because of his re-

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Wisely, in the year 2021, we must take into consideration each of these storms of life. A gentle storm could be God simply asking, “Are you listening?”

Remember, there are no coincidences in life and nothing whatsoever insignificant with God. Many have failed to be silent long enough to hear His voice. Often, we disregard that soft whisper from God because – selfishly – our agenda is more important at the moment. Our plans can easily push God’s will completely out of our daily lives if we aren’t mindful to stay focused. In 1 Corinthians 3:5 we are re-

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“I applaud their work that has brought positive attention to Cherryville High School and our sports program.”

Athletic director Scott Harrill beams with pride when talking about the dedication of the school’s coaches. He says their work is “amazing.”

“Our staff works very hard to be the best in continuing education, coaching clinics, practice, student achievement, and setting high

expectations,” said Harrill. “I am very proud of the culture we have at Cherryville High School. Our community, school leadership, teachers, and staff support our student-athletes in all aspects of life.”

To recognize Cherryville High’s completion of Level One certification, the school will receive a large banner for display in Nixon Gymnasium. The banner will be a reminder of the school’s accomplishments and dedication to professional development and education-based programs.

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Level Two certification features First Aid, Health, and Safety; Heat Illness Prevention; and Student Mental Health and Suicide Prevention courses. The third level includes the following courses: Sportsmanship; Strength and Conditioning; Teaching and Modeling Behavior; Engaging Effectively with Parents; and Bullying, Hazing, and Inappropriate Behaviors.

Harrill would like for the school’s coaches to continue the professional development program to achieve Level Two and Level Three statuses. He said, “We are committed to providing opportunities for our coaches to learn and grow in the profession so they can lead our students to success.”

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From Page 1 who was driving a 2019 Hyundai Sonata, and was leaving church, had attempted to turn left from Mt. Zion Church Rd., onto Cherryville Highway around 8:20 p.m., Wednesday.

“When he got to the intersection (of the two roads), it appeared he was going to turn left, but may have attempted to reverse his direction, somehow going off into the pond,” noted Trooper Pierce.

Lieutenant Seagle said in the media release the LCSO Dive Team was dispatched to the area around 8:20 p.m., Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2021 at the request of Hughes Pond Fire Department in reference to a vehicle in a pond with an elderly man inside.

Seagle continued, “When they arrived team members could see headlights from the vehicle underwater about 100 feet from shore.”

Trooper Pierce said the car was floating at one point, but sank in about 18 feet of water, in the middle of the pond.

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Seagle confirmed that the NC Highway Patrol arrived on-scene and instructed the divers to assist in removing the vehicle from the water.

“Divers attached cables to the wheels and wreckers pulled the car to shore. The vehicle and the scene were turned over to the Highway Patrol to continue their investigation,” said Lt. Seagle.

In addition to Officers Pippen and Lookadoo, other officers with the LCSO involved in the operation were Dive Team members Trent Carpenter (formerly of the Cherryville Fire Dept.); Darren Ledford; Spencer Carpenter; David Hendrix; Matt Smith and Phil McNeil.

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Cherryville Fire Chief Jeff Cash noted via a Jan. 8 email their department had received only a few medical calls.

According to the National Weather Service in the Greenville – Spartanburg area’s 3 p.m., report, we were to expect what was termed by them as a “wet snow”, bringing “additional snow accumulations of mainly less than 1 inch, but higher amounts up to 2 inches” which were expected to be possible “…in parts of Cleveland, Lincoln, and Gaston counties.” The report noted the information was released mainly for “…Gaston, Mecklenburg, Cabarrus, Union, Lincoln and Cleveland Counties”, lasting “… until midnight EST tonight (Jan. 8).”

The weather center felt that the impact felt would be mainly on travel, which was described as being “very difficult,” adding, “The hazardous conditions could impact the evening commute,” and that “…

(area) roads may remain slippery into Saturday morning due to snow or black ice.”

Motorists in the affected counties were advised to take the usual precautions and be prepared to drive slowly and to use caution when traveling.

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Lady Ironmen volleyball season comes to an end

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Everything eventually ends, though never like we usually want it to.

Such was the case with CHS volleyball head coach Leigh Kiser and her talented teams as their pandemic-shortened season came to a close last week with three matches. Coach Kiser was philosophical, noting this season has been filled with what she termed, “…many challenges that we’ve never had to face.”

Kiser said on Tuesday, Jan. 5, her ladies traveled to Thomas Jefferson and came away winners by a 3-0 score.

Match scores were 25-18, 25-23, and 25-21. Leaders for CHS in this one were senior Megan Smith with four (4) aces and 12 digs, senior Reese Hoyle with a season-high nine (9) kills; junior Katie Eaker with six (6) kills, and sophomore Rileigh Kiser with 21 assists and eight (8) digs.

Said Coach Kiser, “We played really hard, start to

finish, and it felt good to break our losing streak.”

On Wednesday, Jan 6, the Lady Ironmen spikers traveled to Lincoln Charter for a makeup match and were beaten soundly 3-0, by scores of 25-7, 25-11, 25-7.

Kiser said the Eagles were playing for one of the two conference playoff berths and they were ready for CHS. In this match, Kiser noted that Megan Smith and Rileigh Kiser had eight (8) digs each, with young Kiser having eight (8) assists as well. Senior Reese Hoyle and junior Addie Eaker had three (3) kills each for the offense.

On Thursday, Jan. 7, another playoff contender, the Lady Crusaders of Christ the King, visited Nixon Gym for the season’s final match.

It was the last high school game for seniors Hoyle, Smith, and volleyball newcomer Alexis Thomas.

“We really wanted to send our seniors out on a winning note,” said Kiser, “but after a hard fought match, we lost 3-0.”

She noted match scores

in this one were 25-15, 2513, 25-18, with Hoyle once again leading the offense with five (5) kills and Addie Eaker pitching in four (4) for the ladies. Senior Megan Smith and sophomore setter Rileigh Kiser led the defense with 11 digs each, with Kiser also contributing 11 assists.

In JV action the junior ironmen lost all three of their matches for the week, said Kiser.

“At Thomas Jefferson the JV ladies fell 2-0 by scores of 25-23 and 25-8. Taylor Digh had three (3) kills and Payton Cook had two (2) aces.”

Coach also noted that Lincoln Charter’s JV squad made “quick work” of the JV ladies in Match Two by scores of 25-6 and 25-4.

“Gracie Truesdale had two (2) blocks in this one,” noted Kiser.

In the final JV game of the season, the JV Lady Ironmen fell 2-0 to Christ the King’s JV squad as Taylor Digh’s two (2) aces led the stat sheet for the JV ladies.

Coach Kiser said her team would miss its seniors

CHS senior Lady Ironmen spiker Reese Hoyle hits the ball across the net to the Lady Crusaders of Christ the King at last Thursday’s final volleyball match of the season.

As her fellow JV Lady Ironmen watch, Taylor Digh bumps the ball back to the visiting JV Lady Crusaders of Christ the King at the Thursday, Jan. 7, match at Nixon Gym. (photos by MEP/The Eagle/CF Media) next year.

“Megan Smith and Reese Hoyle have been big parts of our program for many years and it was great getting to see Alexis try a new sport.

We will get to work this

summer and hope for a full schedule of games next year.

“We will have plenty of experience with our junior and sophomore classes, and we are looking forward to competing in the new con-

ference,” said Kiser.

Final records are: Varsity – 4-9 (overall), and 4-8 (SPC 1A), and JV – 2-11 (overall), 2-10 (SPC 1A).

(Additional stats and information by Brian Kiser)

CHS outside hitter Jamarra Wall spikes the ball back at the opposing CTK Lady Crusaders at last Thursday’s varsity volleyball match at Nixon Gym.

Cross-Country Ironmen compete in final meet at Tryon Park, Jan. 6 The Cherryville Ironmen competed in the final Cross-Country meet of the season on Wednesday, Jan. 6, at Tryon Park.

The meet was highly competitive and the Ironmen came out on top. The Cherryville Cross-Country team has been improving all year long said Coach Scott Harrill.

“These young men and women have worked extremely hard this year,” he said. “It has been a blessing during the COVID time that we were able to run and compete.”

Cherryville took on Bessemer City in a friendly rivalry meet, and Chase McNeill took the lead early on in the first half mile of the 3.1-mile course.

Chase never looked back as he continued to increase his lead and finished first overall in the race. Senior

2020-2021 CHS Ironmen Cross-Country team at the Jan. 6, meet at Tryon Park. Left to right are: Kadin Beaver, Noah Abernethy, Jackson Owens, Chase McNeill, Landrie Wofford, and Ben Hayes. (photos provided)

The 2020-2021 CHS Ironmen Cross-Country team seniors (L-R): Noah Abernethy, Ben Hayes, and Chase McNeill.

Cherryville Ironmen Basketball 2020-2021 Date Jan. 15 Jan. 19 Jan. 22 Jan. 26 Jan. 29 Feb. 1 Feb. 5 Feb. 9 Feb. 12 Feb. 16 Feb. 19

Opponent Bessemer City Christ the King Highland Tech Thomas Jefferson Christ the King Pinnacle Bessemer City Piedmont Charter Highland Tech Lincoln Charter Thomas Jefferson

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State Playoffs Feb. 23-March 5 Boys Coach: Scott Harrill Asst. Coaches: Bud Black, Dennis Tate, Antonio Griggs Girls Coach: Carrie Dalton Asst. Coaches: Callie Hahn AD: Scott Harrill Manager: Lee Roy Montgomery and Will Gates Principal: Kevin Doran JV Boys: Antonio Griggs Phone: 704-836-9605 or 704-435-2408

player – helped encourage his teammates.

Said Harrill, “We will

miss his leadership and effort on our team after graduation.

It was a great season!”

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Noah Abernethy, who is a three-year cross-country runner, finished second overall and had a Personal Record on the course that day.

Kadin Beaver and Jackson Owens, two Ironmen football players, who were able to run cross country this year came in third and fourth in the meet. Coach Harrill said he was well pleased with the team.

Bessemer City runners were within closing distance of the fourth Ironmen runner, but the young men had a good kick at the end to take a sweep of the meet.

On the girls side, Landrie Wofford continued her strong season and finished first overall on the girls side of the meet.

Landrie, who just earned All-Conference honors two weeks ago, set a Personal Record in the meet last Wednesday. The Ironmen Cross-Country team has a lot to look forward to in the coming years, noted Harrill.

Senior Ben Hayes, who is also an All-Conference performer, was sidelined for the meet with an injury.

However, Ben – a true team

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Ironmen roundball players finally get to start season The CHS Ironmen finally got to open the 2021 basketball season at Chase on Tuesday night, Jan. 5, according to head coach Scott Harrill.

The Ironmen were looking forward to being able to play with a young roster, lacking experience, and with something to prove, he said, adding the Cherryville boys didn’t disappoint, playing hard from the opening horn. Numerius Good got the Ironmen going with a three-pointer from deep range. The Ironmen jumped out to a 19-11 lead after the first quarter with Carson Kelly scoring 7 in the first quarter, and Lavonte Hughes scoring 6.

The second quarter saw

the Ironmen turn up the full court pressure defense and force a lot of turnovers.

Said Harrill, “Hughes added 10 more in the second quarter. Noah Abernethy and Jack Mulvey each hit a three-pointer in the second quarter to make the halftime score 40-22 Ironmen.

Harrill said the third quarter was a fast-paced quarter, with the Ironmen running out on their secondary break. “Abernethy hit another three-pointer; Spangler was active in the paint, and Hughes continued to attack,” said Coach Harrill.

The fourth quarter was one of just maintaining and finishing the game strong.

Said Harrill, “Gavin

Cease had a big game, getting the start with Austin Thompson out due to injury. Austin brings so much to our team. He is a senior that has always provided great leadership. We are proud of Gavin and senior Lavonte Hughes really stepping up to lead us the other night.”

Leaders for the Ironmen saw Hughes with 30 points, 10 rebounds, 9 assists, and 6 steals. Kelly finished with 14 points, 4 assists, and 4 steals. Cease had 10 points and 9 rebounds.

Spangler had 5 points and 3 rebounds; Noah Abernethy had 6 points; Numerius Good had 8 points and 3 rebounds, Jack Mulvey had 7 points, 8 rebounds, and TJ Thompson had 2 points.

JV Ironmen coach Franklin Allen said his men won their game 50-38, with sophomore Ethan Honeyman having a double-double with 14 points and 10 rebounds.

“Freshman Chance Hunt and Darrien Floyd were in double figures with 10 and 12 points respectively,” added Coach Allen.

No score or stats were reported on the Lady Iron-

CHS Ironmen basketball player Gavin Cease takes a shot during last week’s win at Chase. (photo provided) men’s game.

Cherryville was to have opened conference play Friday night, Jan. 8, at home versus Piedmont Charter, but that game was cancelled

due to a forecast of snow.

Coach Harrill said the Piedmont Charter at Cherryville basketball game is to be made up on Feb. 1, with Piedmont being at Cher-

ryville. The JV boys will

continuing education, coaching clinics, practice, student achievement, and setting high expectations,” said Harrill. “I am very proud of the culture we have at Cherryville High School. Our community, school leadership, teachers, and staff support our student-athletes in all aspects of life.”

To recognize Cherryville High’s completion

of Level One certification, the school will receive a large banner for display in Nixon Gymnasium. The banner will be a reminder of the school’s accomplishments and dedication to professional development and education-based programs.

Level Two certification features First Aid, Health, and Safety; Heat Illness Prevention; and Student Mental Health and Suicide Prevention courses.

The third level includes the following courses: Sportsmanship; Strength

and Conditioning; Teaching and Modeling Behavior; Engaging Effectively with Parents; and Bullying, Hazing, and Inappropriate Behaviors.

Harrill would like for the school’s coaches to continue the professional development program to achieve Level Two and Level Three statuses. He said, “We are committed to providing opportunities for our coaches to learn and grow in the profession so they can lead our students to success.”

251 St. Mark’s Church Rd., Cherryville.

WRECKS 12-31-20: A vehicle driven

by Roger Dale Waldrop, 54, 999 Budd’s Choice Rd., York, SC, made a right turn from W. Church St., onto N. Mountain St., making contact with the fire hydrant, breaking it from its base. No injuries reported.

Est. damages to the truck (owned by Transcontinental Logistics, Inc.): $2,500; to the City of Cherryville fire hydrant: $2,500.

1-1-21: An unidentified vehicle and a vehicle belonging to Summer Tonette Abernathy, no age given, 1204-1

Mary’s Grove Church Rd., Cherryville, were parked in the parking lot of Vickie’s Grill, at 119 S. Mountain Street. The unidentified driver of the first vehicle entered the vehicle and attempted to leave the parking space. While leaving the space, the vehicle struck a vehicle owned by Ms. Abernathy in the back right rear above the tire, and backs into two other parked vehicles in that same parking lot. A witness reported the accident but did not provide accurate plate information. No damage was reported on the other two vehicles and both refused making a report. No injuries

reported. Est. damages to the Abernathy vehicle: $2,000.

1-5-21: A vehicle owned

by Callierun Transportation, LLC, 6728 2nd Ave., Indian Trail, NC, backed up to the dock of the Cherryville Post Office and the driver exited the vehicle. The vehicle then rolled down the parking lot and went down an embankment, striking a storage unit, located at 300 W. Main St., Cherryville. The vehicle was unoccupied during this incident. No injuries reported.

Est. damages to the vehicle: $2,500; to the storage unit: $25,000.

CHS

What the flags look like mounted on the light poles in downtown Cherryville. This one showcases U.S. Navy veteran, Mr. A.W. Seate, who served during WWII. (photo provided)

FLAG From Page 1 will remain property of the city of Cherryville, said.

This is a new venture undertaken by the Chamber and CMSP, said Day, noting, “We only began

this past October 2020. We took orders for 12 and hung them during Veterans Day, in November 2020 on Main Street.

“It was so successful that we are now doing it to fill all the light poles throughout the town for special Patriotic and Veterans Holidays.”

LEGAL NOTICE STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF GASTON NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS Having qualified as Administrator, of the Estate of Forest Everette Rayfield, deceased, of Gaston County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims to exhibit them to the undersigned, Forest Wayne Rayfield, Administrator on or before the 30th day of March, 2021, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to the said estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

From Page 1 serving as coaches for our athletic teams,” added Doran. “I applaud their work that has brought positive attention to Cherryville High School and our sports program.”

Athletic director Scott Harrill beams with pride when talking about the dedication of the school’s coaches. He says their work is “amazing.”

“Our staff works very hard to be the best in

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were driving w/a revoked OL. Seized: nine (9) dosage units of Alprazolam, and 0.4 grams of methamphetamine. Closed/ cleared by arrest.

1-5: Manassas, VA woman reports paying for an item after entering into an agreement from a seller (listed suspect) at a Cherryville location, then not receiving said merchandise. Case is active and under further investigation.

Stolen: $330 (money).

1-6: GCPD officers report closing/clearing by arrest a drug/narcotic violation at

CE (12/30/2020, 1/06, 13 & 20/2021)

LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING North Carolina Gaston County City of Cherryville ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT Notice is hereby given that the City of Cherryville Zoning Board of Adjustment will meet at the Cherryville Community Building, located at 106 S. Jacob Street, on Tuesday, January 18, 2021 at 6:00 p.m., to consider the following: REZONING REQUEST FOR 112 HOWELL STREET, CHERRYVILLE N.C. (PARCEL# 222678). REQUEST REZONING OF R-9 TO GMC All interested and/or affected parties are invited to attend and present any evidence and/or testimony in favor of/or opposed to the matter set out above.

Derrick Mackey Zoning Administrator CE (1/06, 13 & 20/2021)

Ironmen will start at 6 p.m., while the varsity men will start at 7:30 p.m.

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J. Johnson Sales, Forest City.

828-245-5895.

1, 2 & 3 BEDROOM TOWNHOMES. Shelby, NC. We are currently accepting applications for our waiting list. Rent is based on income (and some expenses are deducted). Call or visit us today, Laurel Hill Apartments 704-487-1114. Equal Housing Opportunity.

HICKORY CREEK APARTMENTS FOR SENIORS. (62 and older), disabled (50 and older). Shelby. Now taking applications for waiting list.

418 East Warren Street, Shelby, NC 28150 (704) 487-6354

LIONS SENIOR VILLAGE has 1 bedroom HUD subsidized apartments for low income seniors. Taking applications.

Age 62 or older. Equal Housing Opportunity. 211 North Morgan Street, Shelby, NC 28150 (704) 482-7723 2 HOUSES AVAILABLE for rent. Shelby - 2BR, 1BA - $795/ mth. Forest City - 3BR, 1BA $795/mth. Call: 704-649-3491 MOVE IN SPECIAL. 2 & 3 Bedroom, deposit required. $190 weekly rates. Includes power and water. NO PETS. Visit us online at Oakwood Rentals, Shelby. Call (704) 473-4299

FOR RENT RUTHERFORD COUNTY ICC AREA, BEST VALUE. Energy Efficient 2BR Apartment.

Like new, SS appliances, $550 rent/deposit. References required. 1BR w/SS appliances, water, sewer, garbage, $485 rent/deposit. 828-248-1776.

REAL ESTATE GASTON COUNTY

268 MARYLAND ST., SPINDALE. Inquire: GordonMiller48@icloud.com 3BR, 2BA MH. Beautiful Wooded Park. Landlord on site. No pets. Background check. First/ Last & Security. Call after 10am, 828-429-9831.

FARM & GARDEN HORSE QUALITY HAY FOR SALE. 4x5 Round Bales in barn, $45 each. Fescue and Orchard grass. Rutherford County. 828-429-3100.

2 BEDROOM, 1 BATH MOBILE HOME. $500 Deposit, $540 Month. “No Pets!” Call or Text (704) 300-3647.

2&3 BEDROOM MOBILE HOMES. Nice and clean, water furnished. Oak Grove Community, Kings Mtn. Call or text, 704-739-0259.

WANTED: OLD AND NEW AMMO. Reloading supplies.

828-245-6756.

FUNNY PHONE CASES & ACCESSORIES. HometownShelby.com, Funny Phone Cases and Accessories has thousands of iPhone Cases, Samsung Galaxy Cases, Phone Grips and Google Cases. Visit online anytime! NC4Ever@email.com

MOBILE HOMES & APARTMENTS. In Kings Mountain.

Price starting at $100 per week.

Call (704) 739-4417

CARS & TRUCKS

WANT TO BUY CARS, TRUCKS. Trailers, Tractors, Farm Equipment. Must have ID and proof of ownership. Callahan’s Towing. (704) 692-1006

I PAY CASH FOR DIABETIC TEST STRIPS. Up to $10 per 100ct. Must be Unused, Unexpired. I’m local and pay fast.

(828) 577-4197

3BR HOME in Oak Grove Area. Central H&A, Country Setting. $1,000/mth. + deposit.

For more information call 864805-0035.

GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES for sale. CKC registered.

Shots and worming up-to-date.

Will be natural family protectors. $300.00 each. 704-466-3135.

WANT TO BUY

DANNY’S AUTOWERKS. Buying used or junk cars. Competitive prices. Call Danny 828-2893081 or Jimmy 828-289-1175.

REAL ESTATE RUTHERFORD COUNTY

TRAILERS IN STOCK NOW! ALL KINDS. Areas LARGEST on site display for trailers. J. Johnson Sales, Inc., 2690 US Hwy. 221 S., Forest City. 828245-5895.

BUYING SPORTS CARDS and other collectibles. Call: 704-692-6013.

FOR SALE

WANTED, NON RUNNING RIDING MOWERS. Must be good condition. (Shelby area).

Call or text pic and price.

Please leave message and phone number. (704) 472-5962

INDUSTRIAL SEWER POSITION Located in Shelby, NC Full/Part Time position(s).

Experienced industrial sewer(s). Knowledge of how to measure, cut pillow covers is also helpful. Job requirements: 3-5 years of industrial sewing experience; knowledgeable about industrial sewing machines helpful; drug test & background check WILL be required; Email resume to contact@ HacknerHome.com (980) 552-9573 contact@hacknerhome.com

MORGAN’S FIREWOOD SERVICE. Semi-dry Oak wood. $60. Cut, split & delivered. 828395-0758.

Deadline: Friday at 12:00 Noon

CHERRYVILLE HOUSE FOR SALE. $235,000. All brick split floorplan, three BR, two BA home with 1781 sq. ft. of living space.

Home features forced air a/c with gas heat (replaced in 2015) dining room, breakfast area, great room, and large sun porch. Large deck with Hot Tub. Large parking area and a two car garage.

8’ X 12’ storage building in back yard w/power. 306 South Elm St., Cherryville, NC 28021. Cherryville, NC 28021 (704) 604-6237 sickedofit@gmail.com

2 & 3 BEDROOM MOBILE HOMES. Small private park between Spindale and Forest City.

Starting at $500 per month.

828-382-0475.

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RUTHERFORD COUNTY CKC GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPY. Born on Halloween this lovable little boy is looking for his forever home. Shots and deworming by the vet. Asking $550. (704) 734-7088 Joelovestina1@gmail.com

LAND FOR SALE. Logan Township in Rutherford County. 828-429-7200.

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The Cherryville Eagle

Wednesday, January 13, 2021

Students of the Month W. Blaine Beam Intermediate acknowledges their November Students of the Month for their in-school and remote attendance, completed work assignments and overall positive attitude.

They received a McDonald’s gift card (Sponsored

by W. Blaine Beam Intermediate PTO), a certificate

and other goodies! Congratulations, students!

In ‘Cohort A’ are: Brody Carpenter, Addison Choate, Judah Crane, Adelae Cheek, Tristan Chapman, and Ty’Rhianna Champion.

In ‘Cohort B’ are: Ella Shipler, Jace Waldroup, Dylan Snodgrass, Bailey Tackett, Hailey Vance, and Aubree Bradley. (photos by Kim Beam/WBBI)

BAILEY TACKETT

DYLAN SNODGRASS

ELLA SHIPLER

HAILEY VANCE

JUDAH CRANE

JACE WALDROUP

TY’RHIANNA CHAMPION

TRISTAN CHAPMAN

AUBREE BRADLEY

ADELAE CHEEK

ADDISON CHOATE

BRODY CARPENTER