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Smitty and the JumpStarters will perform at 12 Noon on Saturday, October 10 at the Mountaineer Days Heritage Festival at Kings Mountain’s Patriot Park. (Photos provided) A group of Revolutionary War reenactors stroll the Kings Mountain Battlefield trail (Photos by Alan Hodge)

Smitty and the JumpStarters Kings Mountain to perform at Mountaineer National Military Park Days Heritage Festival commemorates October 7, 1781 battle By Alan Hodge October 7, 1781, marks the Revolutionary War date when Patriots defeated Loyalists at the Battle of Kings Mountain. As it has for many years, the Kings Mountain. National Military Park held events celebrating that victory which was pivotal in our nation’s bid for freedom from Great Britain. This year’s 246th anniversary events kicked off on October 3rd and 4th with a living history festival featuring a Revolutionary War reenactment camp and displays by living history groups. The reenactors came from as far away as Texas to demonstrate Revolutionary War uniforms, cooking, musketry, and other 18th century military and civilian life skills in the field. The camp was situated in the woods near the park visitor center. Groups of spectators walked through it observing the unique scene and chatting with the reenactors. Cooking over the open campfire was demonstrated by Lana Zick from Fort Mill. She was frying bacon and boiling a big iron pot of beans for the reenactors. The delicious aroma wafted across the camp. “I enjoy serving the public by letting them see living history,” Zick said. Military reenactors Hunter Kinley from Thomasville, NC, and his friend Mikea Sheheen from Cayce, SC, were portraying

From left, Aiden Alvarez, Gillian Wedemeyer, and Roan Homesley took part in the Kings Mountain.Revolutionary War event. (Photos by Alan Hodge)

Greensboro, North Carolina’s own Smitty and the JumpStarters are bringing their high-energy blend of classic rock, R&B, blues, and rockabilly to Mountaineer Day, October 10, 2026. Formed in 2015, the band features Bryan Smith on vocals and guitar, Steve Blake on saxophone, Doug Dennis on bass, and Roy Brown on drums. Together, they deliver a lively mix of sounds rooted in the music that inspired them, including West Coast Swing, Chicago Blues, Memphis Rockabilly, Elvis, and Chuck Berry. The JumpStarters are known for putting their own twist on familiar favorites, creating a sound that keeps audiences moving and makes every performance a party. The group has played through-

SMITTY AND THE JUMPSTARTERS out the Carolinas, with performances at MerleFest in 2018 and 2021 among their highlights. With decades of musical experience, these seasoned musicians are ready to bring their signature energy to Mountaineer Day. The event starts at 12 Noon. So bring your dancing shoes, gather your friends,

and get ready to “Shake Yo’ Shimmy” with Smitty and the JumpStarters! Also performing will be Mason Cole at 2:30 p.m., followed by Common Clay at 4:30. See more details of the Mountaineer Days Festival on pages 3A, 4A and 5A.

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Carolina Militia member Nick Usenko chats with visitors Brad and Suzanne Hall. men of the Lincoln County Militia. “I love history,” said Kinley. “The Overmountain Men that fought in the

battle get the most attention, but local guys from all over the Carolinas took part too.” See BATTLE, Page 8A

The City of Kings Mountain looks forward to this year’s Mountaineer Days Heritage Festival at Patriots Park. A portion of West Gold Street around Patriots Park will be closed or barricaded beginning at 8:00 am on Saturday, October 10, 2026, and will remain closed or barricaded until 7:00 pm that day. Please use extreme caution when traveling on Cansler Street due to increased motor vehicle and pedestrian traffic. Please plan to travel different roads if you are impacted by this change. Thank you for your cooperation.

The Kings Mountain Police Department celebrated the retirement of Sergeant Paul Alexander on September 30, 2026. Sergeant Alexander joined KMPD on March 23, 2009. For nearly two decades, he served the Kings Mountain community with honor, integrity, and steadfast dedication. Guided by a servant’s heart and an unwavering commitment to the safety and well-being of those he protected, he earned the trust and respect of everyone who served beside him. KMPD: “Sergeant Alexander, we thank you for your service and wish you every happiness in retire-

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Reverend Donnie Larston Williams, a servant of the Lord Jesus Christ left for his heavenly home on Friday September 25, 2026, at the age of 74, while surrounded by his family. He was a loving husband, dad, grandad, a spiritual leader, and generous provider. He brought his family up in the admonition of the Lord, “As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord,” Joshua 24:15. As a result of his living example, his entire family continues to serve the Lord. He is survived by his wife, Debra Conner Williams of 56 years, daughter Alecia Dover (Kevin), son Rev. Donnie “Caleb” Williams (Jordan), granddaughter Kaitlyn Angelique Bryant (Robbie), grandson Bryant Larston Dover, granddaughters Baylee Rae and Marlee Kate Williams, great grandsons Riggins Conner and Roper Caleb Bryant, his cousin who is more like a brother, Mike (Hub) Rogers, and his church family. He was preceded in death by his parents, Larston Williams, and Edna Dotson Williams, infant daughter, Sharon Angelique Williams, and sister, Jean Williams Jones Don graduated from Shelby High School in 1970. In his early years, he was known by many as the lead singer and lead guitarist of

“The Trends” and “Freeway South.” Music has always been an important part of his life. His last gig was at the Shelby Country Club on New Years Eve 1983. He was born again in August 1983 and made the decision to give up secular music and began a contemporary Christian group “Living Proof.” After a year, he accepted the call into ministry. He graduated from Southern Wesleyan University with a BS degree in Christian Ministries in 1991 and later from Indiana Wesleyan University with a Master’s degree in theology. He achieved the highest honor of Summa Cum Laude from both universities. He often said, “How did a poor boy from South Shelby graduate from college with a masters degree? The answer is only by the grace of God!” He began his ministry journey at the age of 30. He served as youth pastor and music director at Glenwood Wesleyan Church in Easley, SC while attending SWU. His first senior pastorate was Rockingham Wesleyan Church in Rockingham, NC 1991-1995. Then he was called to First Wesleyan Church of Kings Mountain and served 1995-2023. He retired after serving 28 years in April 2023 due to his health. Before accepting the call into the ministry he was employed by Artex International of Boiling Springs as a Plant Supervisor and later as the Plant Manager 1984-1991. He was employed by Fiber Industries 1973-1982. He served in the National Guard at the Kings Mountain Unit 1972-1979. He loved going to Williamsburg, VA, Cades Cove and Pigeon Forge TN, playing golf at the beach, and taking the family to Forest City and McAdenville NC at Christmas time. He visited every

Christmas store he could. He loved watching Christmas movies all year long and also loved when the Christmas songs started to play on the radio. His family was always ready to join in singing Christmas songs when he picked up his guitar during the holiday season. He started a lot of traditions during the Christmas season, such as treating the whole family with breakfast at Cracker Barrel on Christmas Eve. In 2006, he bought farm land in Grover, NC. He found joy in plowing, planting and watching the crop grow. He put out game cameras to watch all the wildlife that would eat the fruit of his labor. Don wanted to make sure the land was ready for deer hunting, one of his favorite pastimes with his son and grandson. He enjoyed taking his wife fishing and to play golf. But his greatest joy was to preach the word of God, share the gospel, lead others to Christ and to disciple. He loved his family, his friends, and his loving supportive church family with all his heart. He will be sorely missed by all the lives he touched. A worship service honoring his life will be on Saturday October 10 at First Wesleyan Church at 505 N. Piedmont Ave, Kings Mountain, NC. Visitation will begin at 1:30 with service following at 3:00. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to First Wesleyan Church Kings Mountain, NC or St. Jude’s Children Hospital. His last words would be from Matthew 6:33 “Seek first the kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and He will give you everything you need.” NLT May he rest in peace. To God be the glory!

his sisters Gloria Bryson and Elaine Tracey (Mike), both of Gastonia; sister-inlaw, Kathy Queen; his beloved grandchildren: Shawn Scruggs, Jake Scruggs, Noah Scruggs, Kaitlyn McClure and Jacquelyn Noto and 2 great grandchildren; a very special niece, Sherrie Baity (Brent), Kings Mountain and nephews Doug Bryson (Carri), Robbie Bryson (Heather), both of Gastonia, NC, Kenny Daniel Queen, Tim Queen, both of Kings

Mountain, NC and Scott Richardson, Lincolnton, NC. Funeral service was held on Monday, September 28, 2026 at 2:00 PM at First Baptist Church with Reverend Dr. John Sloan officiating. Visitation was on Monday, September 28, 2026 from 1:00 PM to 1:50 PM prior to the service in the Stain Glass room at First Baptist Church. Interment was in Mountain Rest Cemetery, Kings Mountain, NC.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Tommy’s name to VIA Hospice at 951 Wendover Heights Drive, Shelby, NC 28150 or to First Baptist Church Mission Readiness Fund at PO Box 786, Kings Mountain, NC 28086 Guest register is available at: www.harrisfunerals.com. Harris Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kings Mountain, NC is in charge of arrangements.

held on Friday, October 9, 2026 at 2:00 PM at 8th Street Church of God, Bessemer City, NC with Reverend Jackie Jenkins officiating Visitation will be on Fri-

day, October 9, 2026 from 1:00 PM to 1:50 PM at the church prior to the service Interment will be in Mountain Rest Cemetery, Kings Mountain, NC.

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■ OBITUARIES

Larry Wayne Wood KINGS MOUNTAIN, NC – Larry Wayne Wood, 76, of Kings Mountain, NC, joined his Lord and Savior on September 30, 2026 at his home. He was born June 2, 1950 in Cleveland County, NC, son of the late Rufus Richard and Margie Coleen Wright Wood and was preceded in death by his brother, Phillip Wood. Larry graduated from Kings Mountain High School, was a graduate of Gardner Webb University where he earned a Bachelors Degree in science and psychology

Charles Thomas “Tommy” Queen KINGS MOUNTAIN, NC – Tommy won the race and moved to his permanent home in heaven on September 23, 2026 at Wendover Hospice in Shelby, NC, surrounded by his loving family. He was born January 15, 1953 in Kings Mountain, to Robert Eugene and Delora Biddix Queen. Tommy was a veteran of the US Marines Corps, a Master Mason in Fairview Lodge #339 and a member of the White Plains Shrine Club. His passions were his work, golfing and traveling with his beloved wife, Paula.

Merrie Nall Hildreth KINGS MOUNTAIN, NC – Merrie Nall Hildreth, 78, of Kings Mountain, NC, entered her Heavenly home on October 3, 2026 at her home. She was born February 14, 1948 in Frankfurt, Germany, daughter of the late John Ralph Nall Sr. and Waltraud Kathe Schliessmann Nall and was preceded in death by her siblings, John

with business supportive and later received a Masters Degree from Regis University in Denver, Colorado. He was a longtime, faithful member of First Baptist Church where he served as church moderator and past deacon. Larry served the city of Gastonia from 1986 until his retirement in 2012 as the City Co-Manager. Always busy, Larry enjoyed staying active and fit. He was an avid runner and loved cycling. He cherished the time spent with his family, especially his grandchildren who affectionately called him “G-Daddy”. He enjoyed countless late night conversations with his sons, Brandon and Lane, making sure they knew his deep love for them. Larry enjoyed traveling to see his grandchildren as often as he could. He made sure his family saw the love of Christ in him and through him everyday. Larry loved the Lord and instilled that love and his spiritual values into those he cared for. The memories created by Larry

will be cherished for a lifetime by all those who knew and loved him. He is survived by his wife of 53 years: Cynthia Alexander Wood; sons: Brandon Wood and wife Bonnie of Spring Hill, TN and Lane Wood and wife Meghan of Coral Springs, FL; grandchildren: Charlie, Ruby, Presley, Teddy, Durham, Ezra, Lily, Sadie and Hazel. Celebration of Life was held Sunday, October 4, 2026 at 3:00 PM at First Baptist Church with Reverend Dr. John Sloan officiating alongside family members. Visitation was on Sunday, October 4, 2026 from 1:30 PM to 2:45 PM prior to the service in the Stained Glass Room at First Baptist Church. Interment was in Mountain Rest Cemetery, Kings Mountain, NC. Guest register is available at: www.harrisfunerals.com. Harris Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kings Mountain, NC is in charge of arrangements.

He was a wonderful husband who loved truly, laughed heartily and lived life to the fullest. Tommy was a master barber and owner/operator of Barbershops in the Charleston SC area before returning home to Kings Mountain in 1998. He was most recently Owner/Operator of “The Barber Shop” on Piedmont Avenue in Kings Mountain for 27 years. His customers lovingly gave him the title of the fastest barber in town and said he gave the very best 5 minute haircut. Tommy nurtured deep connections with his customers and could often be found at their homes or nursing homes servicing clients that became homebound or hospitalized. Affectionately known as “Mr. Tommy” by his “mini” clients, he looked forward to seeing them come in to challenge him to water gun fights or giggle when he would talk to them with his Donald Duck voice. He delighted in their hugs, giving them suckers and watching them grow into young men. He loved his family and enjoyed spending time with them laughing and reminiscing about growing up and old

times. Tommy could be heard anytime singing or humming his favorite old gospel, county or Elvis tunes. Tommy was a member of First Baptist Church in Kings Mountain. He loved the Lord and although he was unable to attend church for some time prior to his passing, his faith was resolute and unwavering which led to his final journey to heaven. Though our hearts are heavy with loss, we find comfort knowing that Tommy’s life was one well-lived, and his love well-shared. Safe now in the arms of Jesus, Tommy will be missed but his memory will forever remain a blessing to all who knew and loved him. Tommy was preceded in death by his parents, brother Ken Queen, sister Patricia Queen and brother-in-laws, Roy Lee Bryson and Phillip Sanders and sister-in-law Tina Radford. He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Paula Sanders Queen. His children, Tony Scruggs (Danelle), Shelby, NC, and Gena Treadway (John), Blacksburg, SC.;

Nall Jr., Walter Nall, Doris Hill, Robert Nall, and Cindy Nall. Merrie was a former charter member of North Gaston Church of God and a current member of 8th Street Church of God in Bessemer City. Merrie loved spending time at church, worshiping the Lord and showing His love to everyone around her. She worked as a cafeteria manager for Gaston County Schools until her retirement. Merrie enjoyed spending time fishing and cherished trips to the beach with her family to pier fish. She was a talented cook and loved cooking big meals for her family and friends. Merrie spent countless hours nurturing her spirit by watching the television ministry of Reverend Jimmy Swaggart. She also enjoyed spending time watching the Food Network shows. Above all, Merrie loved

her Lord and cherished her family. She loved nothing more than visits from her children and grandchildren. Merrie’s steadfast guidance and love will continue to be cherished by all those who knew and loved her. She is survived by her husband of 57 years: Richard Hildreth Sr.; children: Jeri Galloway, Gastonia, NC, Nicole McCutcheon (Paul), Kings Mountain, NC, Anne Hildreth (James Sellers), Kings Mountain, NC, and Ricky Hildreth Jr, Kings Mountain, NC; sister: Pat Nall; grandchildren: Heather Jolly (Matt Sams), Brandon Jolly (Ashley), Ava Merrie McCutcheon, Austin Hildreth, Gage Hildreth, Jordan Hildreth, Ty Hildreth, and Camden Hildreth; great-grandchildren: CaraMia Boykin, Mattilynn Sams, Harper Jolly, and Saylor Jolly. Funeral service will be

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Mountaineer Days Heritage Festival’s Beard, Mustache & Goatee competition is a favorite of the festival. (File Photo)

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Howl-O-Ween Pet Costume Contest at Mountaineer Days Heritage Festival October 10 There will be something to howl about at the Mountaineer Days Heritage Festival! Saturday, October 10th, 2026, at 3:30 pm, the Howl-OWeen Pet Costume Contest will be held at the gazebo in Patriots Park. Registration will begin at 12 pm at the gazebo. Judges will score fur babies on cuteness and creativity. First-, second-, and third-place winners will

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Changing Season. Same Calling: Remember There is one truth we all hate to face but is impossible to run from; we aren’t as young as we once were, as our bodies Pastor often remind Stephen Littlejohn Battleground us. It is an Community Church ever-present threat to begin to believe that though I once was active and energetic to serve the Lord, now my mind and body are plagued with reminders of present limitations and constant doctor visits. We can begin to buy into, “ Let’s just leave it

to the next generation.” Did that which God once called us to accomplish and enjoy somehow change with all the difficult seasons that seem to be ever blowing into our lives? Remember, God’s faithfulness remains unchanged, assuring us even in our hardest seasons. Let’s take a look at someone in a similar situation in Psalm 71. The Psalmist has labored hard their whole life to trust, follow, and hope in the Lord, but the enemies have kept coming, and his strength is not what it used to be. How can we keep our calling in hard seasons? Well, the first lesson we’ll look at this week is our call to remember. In verse 17, the Psalmist is remembering their

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Faith Baptist Church 1009 Linwood Road Faith Holiness Church Hwy. 161/ Bessemer City Rd. 704-739-1997 Family Worship Center 1818 Shelby Road 704-739-7206 First Baptist Church 605 W. King Street 704-739-3651

First Wesleyan Church 505 N. Piedmont Ave. • Kings Mountain Advent Lutheran Church, NALC Member 230 Oak Grove Rd. 704-750-0171 Anew Beginning Baptist Church 145 Battleground Dr. 704-473-1372

Christ The King Catholic Church 714 Stone Street 704-487-7697

Dixon Presbyterian Church 602 Dixon School Road dixonpresbyterian.com

Carson Memorial Baptist Church 262 Sparrow Springs Road 704-739-2247

Concord United Methodist Church 2404 Tryon Courthouse Rd. Bessemer City, NC 704-629-3571

East Gold Street Wesleyan Church 701 E. Gold Street 704-739-3215

Central Methodist Church 113 S. Piedmont Avenue 704-739-2471

Ardent Life Church 420 Branch Street 704-739-7700

Cherokee St. Baptist Church 421 S. Cherokee Street 704-739-7697

Arise Church 830 E. King St. Bethlehem Baptist Church 1017 Bethlehem Road 704-739-7487 Boyce Memorial ARP Church Edgemont Drive 704-739-4917

Calvary Way Holiness Church 1017 Second Street Pastor Clifton Morgan

Chestnut Ridge Baptist Church 618 Chestnut Ridge Road 704-739-4015 Christian Freedom Southern Baptist Church 246 Range Road 704-739-4152

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Connections Church 306 N. Piedmont Ave. 704-750-4972 Cornerstone Church Of God 202 Margrace Road Cornerstone Independent Baptist 107 Range Road 704-737-0477 Crowders Mountain Baptist 125 Mayberry Lane 704-739-0310 David Baptist Church 2300 David Baptist Ch. Rd. 704-739-4555

East Kings Mountain Church of God Hwy 161, Bessemer City/ KM Hwy. 704-739-7367 Eastside Baptist Church 308 York Road 704-739-8055 Ebenezer Baptist Church 1621 County Line Road 704-739-8331 El Bethel United Methodist Church 122 El-bethel Road 704-739-9174

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Grace United Methodist Church 830 Church Street 704-739-6000 Harvest Baptist Church 144 Ware Road 704-734-0714 Kings Mountain Baptist Church 101 W. Mountain Street 704-739-2516 Life of Worship Ministries 405 S. Cherokee St. 704-777-2927 King’s City Church 1128 York Road 704-739-8496 Lighthouse Ministries 1908 Shelby Rd. Kings Mountain Long Creek Presbyterian Church 701 Long Creek Road 704-629-4406 Love Valley Baptist Church 2032 Bethlehem Road 704-730-0075 Macedonia Baptist Church 1101 S. Battleground Avenue 704-739-6811

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Elijah Propst, an Eagle Scout candidate from Kings Mountain. (Photo provided)

Eagle Scout project transforms the grounds at Life Enrichment Center Kings Mountain with new Enrichment Garden The Life Enrichment Center in Kings Mountain recently received a meaningful and beautifully executed improvement thanks to the dedication of Elijah Propst, an Eagle Scout candidate from Kings Mountain. Elijah, son of Joshua and Stephanie Propst, completed a major service project that has transformed part of the center’s outdoor space into what staff are proudly calling the Enrichment Garden. After assisting with a project here last year, Elijah reached out more than a year ago to begin planning his own project—one that would enhance the outdoor environment for participants, visitors, and the

Elijah laid new gravel, which created a new pathway to the newly installed planter boxes and sitting benches. functional space. New moments of connection. community. Elijah took full own- gravel was laid, creating a Life Enrichment Cenership of the project from new path to the newly in- ter extends heartfelt apstart to finish. He organized stalled planter boxes and preciation to Elijah for his the design, coordinated sitting benches. These hard work, leadership, and volunteers, and conducted improvements help make commitment to serving in fundraising to cover the the garden accessible and his community. His projcost of all materials. His safe to all, and support varect has created a lasting leadership ensured that ious gardening activities impact that will benefit the every detail was thought- throughout the year. The Enrichment Garden center for years to come fully planned and executed. The completed project is already becoming a fa- and reflects the true spirit reflects several major im- vorite spot for participants, of Scouting—service, reprovements including re- offering a peaceful place sponsibility, and making a arranging the garden area for outdoor programs, gar- difference where it matters into a more organized and dening activities, and quiet most.

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NOTICE OF NOVEMBER 3, 2026 GENERAL ELECTION CLEVELAND COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to G.S. 163-33(8) that a General Election will be held on November 3, 2026 for U.S. Senate, U.S. House of Representatives, N.C. General Assembly, Judges, District Attorney, County Ofﬁces, and Constitutional Amendments. Voters will be asked to show photo ID when they vote. All voters will be allowed to vote with or without ID. Voters who lack ID can get one for free from their county board of elections. Find out more at ncsbe.gov/voter-id. The polls will be open for voting on Election Day from 6:30am to 7:30pm. Residents who are not registered to vote or those registered who need to make changes must do so by Friday, October 9, 2026 at 5:00pm. Early voting will begin Thursday, October 15, 2026 and continue through Saturday, October 31, 2026. There are three early voting locations for this election: Shelby Location: Cleveland County Board of Elections Ofﬁce 827 West Marion St. Shelby, NC 28150

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One of the popup booths near the visitor center was staffed by three 18th-century clothing clad ladies with the Camden (SC) Historical Foundation. They had a variety of Rev War era housewares on display as well as a zither played by member Liz Canada. “We attend events like this in places like Waxhaw, 96 Historic Park, and Cowpens,” said Canada. “It’s a great way to reach out and show history.” In addition to the living history camp, other weekend activities included guided battlefield tours, lectures, Liberty Mountain performers, a lantern tour, musket shooting (blanks) and book readings by noted authors. On October 7, the 246th commemoration continued with the traditional wreath-laying ceremony at the monument on top of Kings Mountain. The ceremony also included remarks from members of the Daughters of the American Revolution and the Sons of the American Revolution. Later in the afternoon, the Overmountain Victory Trail Association held its annual Commemorative March. Overall, the events were a fine display of historical enthusiasm and proof that patriotism is alive and well.

GFWC NC KM Woman’s Club Yard Sale October 10 The GFWC NC Kings Mountain Woman’s Club will hold a Yard sale at 7:00 a.m. until noon on Saturday October 10, 2026. Come early! to fund the annual scholarship. Join them downstairs in the dining hall for a morning of treasure hunting! They will have it all: clothing, toys, books, decor and furniture. The Women’s Club is located at 208 E. Mountain St, Kings Mountain.

Dan Aston on the fife and Mike Nelson on the drum played Rev War tunes. William Young and Aumdevi Nirvanin prepared a backwoods lunch.

Reenactor Beth Nelson talks to some girls in 18th century garb.

Lana Zick cooked up some rations for the Rev War reenactors.

Jason Williams with the Mecklenburg Militia talks to some spectators. John Lee from Fort Mill represented the New Acquisition

Friends of Crowders Mountain Park Trail Workday Militia unit. The Friends of Crowders Mountain Park invite you to help with trail work on Saturday October 17. Meet at the Sparrow Springs Main Visitor Center, 522 Park Office Lane, Kings Mountain NC 28086, at 8:30 a.m. for refreshments, fellowship, and to meet the trail crew leaders. Water, snacks, work gloves,

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Mountaineers breeze past North Gaston By Jimmy Black With the score being 35-0 in favor of Kings Mountain after one quarter of play, you knew that the rout was on! On Friday, October 2, the Mountaineer varsity football team took a bus ride over to Dallas and quickly disposed of the home standing North Gaston Wildcats. The final score was 63-0 in Kings Mountain’s favor, but it could have been much worse. It was 42-0 at halftime with a running clock for the rest of the night. Mountaineer quarterback Jordan Jenkins had another big night on the field. The freshman completed

7 of his 11 passes for 194 yards and 5 touchdowns including a 66-yard TD pass to Kavion Byers. Jenkins also ran for 11 yards in the game. Eight different Kings Mountain players scored touchdowns in the lopsided victory. Xavier Hutches had 2 TD receptions to lead the way. Others with receiving touchdowns included Kavion Byers, Devin Hopper and Tony Boyd. On the ground, the Mounties had three players cross the goal line – Eli Long, Anijai Nash and Khareem Coleman. Jaheim Kirk returned a North Gaston pass attempt 42 yards for a touchdown. Also contributing to the

Mountie Kicker Cyrus Smith (#35) kicks one of his nine extra points in the contest against North Gaston. Ethan Tran (#14) is the holder.

scoring for the Mounties was Kicker Cyrus Smith who scored 9 points while converting all 9 of his extra point attempts. On defense, Kings Mountain was led by Mal’achi Powell who had 4 tackles, including 2 tackles for losses. For the game, Kings Mountain recorded a total of 33 tackles. The Mountaineers recorded 5 sacks on the night including one each by Christian Jarrett, Mal’achi Powell, Kingston Moore and Jace Connely. Christian Adams and Devon Petty also contributed with a half sack each. Braylon Brown and Camren Houser each had an interception for the KM defense. With the win, Kings Mountain improved to 5-1 on the season, 2-0 in the Big South 5A/6A Conference. North Gaston dropped to 0-7 overall, and to 0-3 in the conference. This was the fifth win in a row for the Mounties. During this winning streak, they have averaged scoring 48 points per game while surrendering just over 5 points per contest. Next up for Kings Mountain is a home contest this Friday evening against the Ashbrook Green Wave. Game time is set for 7:00 pm. Come support the team as they go for their sixth straight win. North Gaston will be on the road at South Point for a 7:00 pm kickoff.

Kings Mountain Middle Linebacker Myles Parks (#12) puts pressure on North Gaston Quarterback Rylan Barber to get rid of the ball in their game from October 2. (Photos courtesy of Scott Meade)

Mountaineer Free Safety Jaheim Kirk (#7) returns a Wildcat pass 42 yards for a touchdown.

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KM women’s golf competed Varsity soccer comes up in two matches last week short in past two games By Jimmy Black

By Jimmy Black

It was a busy week for the Kings Mountain women’s golf team. The Lady Mountaineers hosted an event on Monday, September 28 at the Kings Mountain Country Club, and then the next day, Tuesday, September 29, they traveled to the Lincoln Country Club in Lincolnton for a match that was hosted by North Gaston. In the match held at the Kings Mountain Country Club, the South Point Red Raiders took team honors by shooting a score of 150, narrowly defeating the Forestview Jaguars by three strokes. The Crest Chargers came in third with a score of 163. Samantha Clements from South Point was the medalist. She shot a round of 42. For the Mounties, they were led by Bella Laughridge who shot a 59. Hayes Laney shot a 61, while Ella Kiser also shot a 61. The team logged a mark of 181 for the match, good enough for sixth place. Then, for the match held at the Lincoln Country Club, Crest took the team honors with a score of 150. South Point was second with a 154, only four strokes behind, and Forestview came in third with a score of 161. The medalist for this event was Cooper Lancaster from Crest. She shot a round of 44. Kings Mountain was once again led by Bella Laughridge with a score of 55. Hayes Laney fired a 57 and Ella Kiser shot a 60. The Mountaineers came in fourth place in the match with a team score of 172. The Lady Mountaineers played in a confer-

Kings Mountain men’s varsity soccer team dropped a pair of games last week. On Monday, September 28, the Mountaineers hosted the Hunter Huss Huskies at Gamble Stadium. The Huskies came away with a 3 to 1 victory over the Mountaineers. Yair Avila had a hat trick, scoring all three goals for Hunter Huss. Amari Gonzolez had 2 assists, and Leilan Fanene had 1 assist for the Huskies. Hunter Huss improved their record to 6-5 for the 2026 campaign. Kings Mountain fell to 2-14-1. Then on Wednesday, September 30, the Mounties paid a visit to the Crest Chargers, and Crest came out on top by a score of 2-0. The Chargers now have a record of 4-8-1 on the season. This week, Kings Mountain will host the Stuart Cramer Storm on

Hayes Laney of the Mountaineers chips out of the bunker on to the green at the KMCC. (Photo courtesy of Scott Meade)

Mountaineer Midfielder Ashton Hall (#7) attacks the goal as Hunter Huss Defender Enrique Bonne (#6) hangs on tight. (Photo courtesy of Scott Meade). Thursday, and on Monday, they will visit the North Gaston Wildcats. Both matches begin at 6:30 pm.

Crest will host the South Point Red Raiders tonight starting at 6:45 pm.

KM cross country teams compete at Wendy’s Invitational By Jimmy Black

Bella Laughridge selects the club she will use next in the match. (Photo courtesy of Scott Meade) ence match yesterday at the Cherryville Country Club that was hosted by South

Point. We will have coverage of that match in next week’s paper.

The Kings Mountain men’s and women’s cross country teams competed last Saturday, October 4, in the Wendy’s Invitational at the Larry McAfee Course in Charlotte. 155 runners participated in the Men’s race. The North Lincoln Knights captured the Men’s team title with a score of 77 points narrowly defeating the second-place South Rowan Raiders who accumulated a score of 82 points. The Carrboro Jaguars took third place honors with a score of 104 points. Individually, Eli Rush from North Lincoln had the

fastest time with a mark of 16:08.23. Caleb Trotter, also from North Lincoln, came in second with a time of 16:08.93. Charles Kohn of A.C. Reynolds rounded out the top three with a time of 16:13.15. The Mountaineer Men’s Team placed 12th in the 28-team field with a score of 297 points. They were led by David Johnson who came in 33rd place in the meet with a time of 17:56.09. Luke Howell came in 34th place just behind Johnson with a time of 17:57.78. Kaiden Hawkins finished in 59th place with a mark of 18:46.65. Here are the Men’s individual

and team results. In the girls’ event, 138 runners participated from a field of 24 teams. The Lake Norman Charter Knights came out on top of the Women’s standings with a team score of 48 points. The Pine Lake Prep Pride finished a close second with a score of 56 points, and the Lincoln Charter Eagles came in third with a score of 83 points. The Women’s individual champion was Aimery Coffey from Lake Norman Charter who turned in a time of 18:25.16. In second was Maya Little from Pine Lake Prep with a time See CROSS COUNTRY, Page 2B

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KM JV volleyball earns third straight win KMHS Sports By Jimmy Black

Calendar October 7-13, 2026 Thursday, Oct. 8 • JV Volleyball @ Hunter Huss, 4:30 pm • JV Soccer vs. Stuart Cramer, 5:00 pm • Varsity Volleyball @ Hunter Huss, 6:00 pm • Varsity Soccer vs. Stuart Cramer, 6:30 pm • JV Football @ Ashbrook, 7:00 pm

Mountaineer Cheyenne Cooke (#9) sets the ball up for her teammates in the battle against North Gaston. (Photos courtesy of Scott Meade) for a 4:30 pm match. That will be followed by the home finale on Tuesday

against the Crest Chargers. That match also starts at 4:30 pm.

Kings Mountain JV player Harper Hollifield (#6) gets ready to spike the ball against North Gaston.

Friday, Oct. 9 • Varsity Football vs. Ashbrook, 7:00 pm Saturday, Oct. 10 • Cross Country – Mountaineer Invitational - 9:00 am boys - 10:00 am girls • Varsity Volleyball @ Pink Is Power Tourney In Piedmont, SC Monday, Oct. 12 • JV Soccer @ North Gaston, 5:00 pm • Varsity Soccer @ North Gaston, 6:30 pm

BIG SOUTH 5A/6A STANDINGS October 5, 2026

Tuesday, Oct. 13 • Women’s Golf @ Forestview, 1:00 pm • JV Volleyball vs. Crest, 4:30 pm • Varsity Volleyball vs. Crest, 6:30 pm

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Kings Mountain JV player Skylar Garner (#16) waits intently for the ball to come her way.

of 18:34.56. Then in third place was Emma Faulkner from George Wythe with a time of 19:13.42. The Kings Mountain Women were led by Alyson

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Mountaineer JV football continues winning ways By Jimmy Black The Kings Mountain JV football team just keeps on winning! On Thursday night, October 1 at the friendly confines of Gamble Stadium, the JV Mounties thoroughly dominated the North Gaston Wildcats by a score of 36-0 to claim their fifth straight win. It was also their third shutout of the season! Kings Mountain now

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The Mountaineers are ready to go to work against the Wildcats. (Photos courtesy of Scott Meade)

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA CLEVELAND COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION 26E000660-220 Having qualified on 30th of September, 2026 as Executor of the Estate of OSCAR J. HARRY; AKA, OSCAR JOHNSON HARRY, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against estate to present them to the undersigned, Gregory Dale Blalock, Executor on or before the 8th of January, 2027 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payments to the undersigned.

Having qualified on 10th of September, 2026 as Administrator CTA of the Estate of STOUGH A. WRAY, JR., deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against estate to present them to the undersigned, Sarah Louise Wray, Administrator CTA on or before the 18th of December, 2026 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payments to the undersigned.

This is the 7th day of October, 2026.

This is the 16th day of September, 2026.

Gregory Dale Blalock, Executor PO Box 212, Shelby, NC 28151 1450 E Marion St. Shelby, NC 28150

Sarah Louise Wray, Administrator CTA 350 Fairway Dr. Shelby, NC 28150

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA CLEVELAND COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION 26E000623-220 Having qualified on 18th of September, 2026 as Administrator of the Estate of DAVID MICHAEL MORROW, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against estate to present them to the undersigned, Michael Seth Morrow, Administrator on or before the 1st of January, 2027 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payments to the undersigned. This is the 30th day of September, 2026. Michael Seth Morrow, Administrator P.O. Box 3244 1029 S 8th St. 2401 Wilmington, NC 28406 KMH (9/30, 10/7, 10/14 & 10/21/2026)

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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA CLEVELAND COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION 26E000621-220 Having qualified on 15th of September, 2026 as Co-Administrators of the Estate of RHONDA ELAINE TATE, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against estate to present them to the undersigned, Glenda Tate-Williams, Co-Administratrix and/or Clarence Vanor Tate, Co-Administrator on or before the 26th of December, 2026 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payments to the undersigned. This is the 23rd day of September, 2026. Glenda Tate-Williams, Co-Administratrix 499 N Watterson Street Kings Mountain, NC 28086 And/or Clarence Vanor Tate, Co-Administrator 106 Silverberry Ct. Raeford, NC 28376 KMH (9/23, 30, 10/07 & 14/2026)

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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA CLEVELAND COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION 26E000525-220 Having qualified as Administrator CTA of the ESTATE OF BRENDA FAYE MORRISON HOWARD aka BRENDA MORRISON HOWARD, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against the Estate of said Brenda Faye Morrison Howard aka Brenda Morrison Howard to present them, duly verified, to the undersigned, Georgia Marie Short, c/o Loann S. Meekins, Teddy Meekins & Talbert, PLLC, 405 E. Marion Street, Shelby, NC 28150 on or before the 30th day of December, 2026 or same will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said Estate please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This the 30th day of September 2026. Georgia Marie Short, Administrator CTA of the Estate, c/o Loann S. Meekins Teddy Meekins & Talbert, PLLC 405 E. Marion Street, Shelby, NC 28150. KMH (9/30, 10/7, 10/14 & 10/21/2026)

IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION 26E000045-220

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA CLEVELAND COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION 26E000442-220

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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA CLEVELAND COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION 26E000486-220 Having qualified on 2nd of September, 2026 as Co-Executor and Co-Executrix of the Estate of CLARENCE ROBERT SELF, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against estate to present them to the undersigned, Dwight Robert Self, Co-Executor and/or Linda Ann White, Co-Executrix on or before the 18th of December, 2026 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payments to the undersigned. This is the 16th day of September, 2026. Dwight Robert Self, Co-Executor 214-1 Dirty Ankle Rd Lawndale, NC 28090 And/or Linda Ann White, Co-Executrix 210 Dirty Ankle Rd Lawndale, NC 28090 KMH (9/16, 23, 30 & 10/07/2026)

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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE

NOTICE TO CREDITORS STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA CLEVELAND COUNTY

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA CLEVELAND COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION 26E000565-220

SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK 26E000611-220 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualiﬁed as Executor of the Estate of MARTHA CARTER JOHNSON of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, ﬁrms and corporations having claims against the said Estate of Martha Carter Johnson to present them to the undersigned by January 5, 2027, or same will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said Estate, please make immediate payment.

Having qualified as Executor of the Estate of JULIE M. TAYLOR, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against the Estate of said Julie M. Taylor to present them, duly verified, to the undersigned, Laura Titshaw, c/o Kimberly M. Spicer, 214 North Morgan Street, Shelby, NC 28150 on or before the 8th of January, 2027 or same will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

Having qualified as Administrator CTA of the ESTATE OF APRIL NOLAN HARRILL aka APRIL N. HARRILL, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against the Estate of said April Nolan Harrill aka April N. Harrill to present them, duly verified, to the undersigned, Diane Hines Weaver, c/o Loann S. Meekins, Teddy Meekins & Talbert, PLLC, 405 E. Marion Street, Shelby, NC 28150 on or before the 16th day of December, 2026 or same will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said Estate please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 7th day of October, 2026.

This the 16th day of September, 2026.

Laura Titshaw, Executor c/o Kimberly M. Spicer 214 North Morgan Street Shelby, NC 28150

Diane Hines Weaver, Administrator CTA of the Estate, c/o Loann S. Meekins Teddy Meekins & Talbert, PLLC 405 E. Marion Street, Shelby, NC 28150

John V. Schweppe, III THE SCHWEPPE LAW FIRM, P.A. Post Ofﬁce Box 1269 Shelby, North Carolina 28151-1269 (704) 487-7204

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This the 7th day of October, 2026. Carter Cue Johnson 2004 Fairview Road Shelby, NC 28150 Executor of the Estate of Martha Carter Johnson

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Women’s varsity volleyball takes Men’s JV soccer team two matches from Gaston County notches first win of season By Jimmy Black It was a good week for the Kings Mountain varsity women’s volleyball team. The Lady Mountaineers swept a pair of matches over Gaston County opponents. On Tuesday, September 29, the Mounties defeated the North Gaston Wildcats at home by a score of 3-0 (2516, 25-8, 25-11). Then on Thursday, October 1, Kings Mountain took care of the Ashbrook Green Wave over in Gastonia, also by a score of 3-0 (25-13, 25-7, 25-6). In the win over North Gaston, the Mountaineers were led by Avaclaire Moss who had 5 aces and 7 assists. Jillian Patton contributed

with 4 aces. Zyah Norman and Campbell Benton each had 4 kills, and Coleman Lane had 5 kills and a block. With the loss, North Gaston drops to 3-12 on the season and 3-6 in the Big South 5A/6A Conference. The Wildcats will host South Point in its season finale on Tuesday at 6:00 pm. Against Ashbrook, the Mountaineers were led by Caroline Lane who had 6 kills, 4 aces, 4 digs and 2 kills. Other Mountaineer contributors included Campbell Benton with 9 kills and 1 dig; Avery Cruise had 6 kills; Alana Laughridge had 4 aces and 7 digs; Georgia Cruise had 6 digs; Charley Burgess

had 11 assists; Kaylee Mull had 9 assists; and Avaclaire Moss had 9 assists. Kings Mountain now has a record of 6-3 in the Big South 5A/6A Conference, and they are 9-13 overall. The Mountaineers played at Forestview last night, and they will travel to Hunter Huss to take on the Huskies on Thursday night. Then on Saturday, the Kings Mountain Women will travel to Piedmont, SC for the Woodmont Pink Is Power Tournament. The Mounties will conclude their regular season on Tuesday night at home as they host the Crest Chargers.

By Jimmy Black For the first time in ten matches this season, the Kings Mountain JV Soccer team experienced the sweet taste of victory with a 1-0 win on the road over the Crest Chargers on Wednesday, September 30. Kings Mountain scored their only Lucas Hensley (#22) is congratulated by teammates Ben Crisp (#16), goal in the first Olvan Trigueros (#9), and QuaTerius Goode (#2) on his goal against half, but they Hunter Huss. (Photo courtesy of Scott Meade) made it hold With the loss, the Char- season. After Kings up the rest of the way in gers drop to 2-4-1 on the See SOCCER, Page 5B blanking the Crest team.

Kings Mountain JV Defender Lucas Hensley (#22) fires a shot at the Hunter Huss goal in action from their recent match. (Photo courtesy of Scott Meade)

SOCCER From Page 4B Mountain’s win, they now stand with a record of 1-6-3. Crest will next play

at Forestview on Monday at 5:00 pm Earlier in the week, on Monday, September 28, the JV Mountaineers hosted a scrappy bunch from Hunter

Huss. Unfortunately, the Kings Mountain Team came up on the short end of the stick by dropping a 3-2 decision to the Huskies. The Mounties trailed 1-0 at half-

Mountaineer Defender Oday Elkout (#23) attacks the Huskies goal for a potential score. (Photo courtesy of Scott Meade) time, but both teams tallied two goals each in the second half. With the win, Hunter Huss improved their record to 4-1-3 on the season. The Huskies will entertain the

South Point Red Raiders this Monday for a 5:00 pm start. The Kings Mountain JV Team will host Stuart Cramer for a non-conference game tomorrow night at 5:00

pm, and then they will be on the road on Monday for an encounter with the North Gaston Wildcats. That game also starts at 5:00 pm.

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KM Middle football team headed to the playoffs The scoreboard says it all! The Kings Mountain Middle School Patriots defeated the Burns Middle School Eagles by a score of 20-0 on Wednesday, September 30 at Burns High School. The Patriots improved to 6-0 on the season and claimed the Tri-County Conference East Division title and will be the overall #1 seed in the playoffs. They will host the West Division #2 seed Shelby Middle School next Wednesday, October 7 in John Gamble Stadium at KMHS.

L-R: Mark McDaniel, KM Touchdown Club representative; Henry Terry, 4th grade Good Citizen; Nicole Ruppe, teacher and Brandy Curtis, Grovery Elementary Principal. (Photo provided)

Henry Terry is 4th Grade Good Citizen

Cross Country teams compete in Tryon event By Jimmy Black The Kings Mountain Men’s and Women’s Cross Country teams participated in the Tryon Fall XC Festival on Saturday, September 26. There were 18 boys’ and 18 girls’ teams in the event. On the men’s side, Charlotte Catholic took home team honors with a score of 73. West Henderson finished a close second with 77 points, and Lincoln Charter had a score of 90. Kings Moutain had a team score of

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The Kings Mountain Touchdown Club 4th grade Good Citizen is Henry Terry from Grover Elementary School. Henry is an exceptional student that works hard in all areas. His fa-

vorite subject is math. Henry’s hobbies include: football, riding fourwheelers and playing Fortnite. He has had the privilege of playing football in three different states.

Henry is the son of Dakota and Amanda Terry. He has an older sister, Sophia and a younger sister, Gloria. Congratulations to Henry!

peting in the women’s division. The Kings Mountain Men’s and Women’s Cross Country Teams will be hosting the Kings Mountain Invitational this Saturday. The boys will start at 9:00 am, followed by the girls at 10:00 am.

184 which was good enough for seventh place. Brooks Pegram from Enka captured the individual title with a time of 16:53.30. Coming in second was Brogan Runnels, also from Enka, with a time of 17:01.50. Colt Wilson of East Rutherford rounded out the top three with a time of 17:07.90. For the Mountaineers, their top finisher was Luke Howell who posted a time of 17:49.50 good enough for 17th place. David Johnson came in 35th place with

a time of 18:23.30. Kaiden Hawkins finished in 40th place with a time of 18:38.20, and Emerson Bishop came in 65th place with a time of 20:15.20. 96 runners competed on the men’s side. For the women runners, West Henderson outpaced the competition with a score of 69. Lincoln Charter finished a distant second with a score of 93, and Charlotte Catholic posted a score of 105 to come in third place. The top female runner was Lillian Broadway from Pied-

mont High School who posted a time of 19:59.10. Coming in second was Megan Stowe from North Buncombe with a time of 20:09.10 and finishing third was Lissette Brinton from North Henderson with a time of 20:30.40. Kings Mountain’s highest girl finisher was Nakadance Early who placed 84th in the

event with a time of 28:53.80. Other Lady Mountaineer finishers were Alyson Shelton who came in 89th place with a time of 30:40.40. Naomi Zuniga finished 90th and turned in a time of 30:40.60, and Jazmine Wilson completed her race with a time of 31:01.70, coming in 91st. There were 94 runners com-

FOR SALE

FARM & GARDEN

CARS & TRUCKS

SOFA (AUSTRALIAN NAUGAHYDE) LIKE NEW! Grey, Non-smoker, No tears. $100 OBO. If no answer please leave message (704) 472-1747

METAL ROOFING ! Metal Rooﬁng - 1 Piece or the Whole Rooftop. “We Also Can Deliver” Deliveries Every Monday & Thursdays. J Johnson Sales. 2690 Hwy. 221, Forest City, NC. (828) 245-5895

HAY, SQUARE BALES. $4 to $7. Also 200+ Bales Horse Hay, $8. Cut in Spring before rain came. Under Shelter. 704-418-1744.

CHEST TYPE FREEZER (MEDIUM SIZE). White in color and runs great! $65 OBO. Leave message if no answer (704) 472-1747

JET WOOD BANDSAW 14”. JWBS 14CS, $750. Please text or call. (770) 712-0377

16 FT, PONDEROSA STOCK TRAILER. Bumper Pull. New Floor, New Tires, Rubber Mats, $3000. 864-492-8574

PETS & LIVESTOCK HEAVY DUTY STAINLESS STEEL TABLE. stainless steel table heavy duty 54 x 36 x 37 very heavy. (704) 3001818 kim_hopper@bellsouth. net ALTO SAXOPHONE $500. Soprano saxophone $900. Predator 4000 generator $250. Portable oxygen concentrator $300. Small chicken tractor $20. (828) 490-0559 ANTIQUE COOK STOVE, Rebecca Washington model. Six burner, oven, warming shelf. Works good. $1,200 cash. (828) 817-3834 or (828) 490-2389

GOLD TONE MASTERTONEOB-150 BANJO. “New” Never Played ! Includes Gold Tone Hard Case. New Leather Strap. $1250 (704) 472-9658 275 GALLONS #2 FUEL OIL $800 CASH. 4X8 Utility Trailer, No Title. $400. Burning Barrels $10. Heavy Duty Barrels $20. Water Totes $125. Hickory NC. Call Jeff (828) 327-4782

WOOD CRATES OR PLANTERS BOXES. Have 4 large shipping crates left. Will not be no more. (704) 300-1818

RIFLE FOR SALE. BELGIUM BROWNING Bar Safari 2, 300 win. Very good condition. $2,000. 828-429-6763. DRUM PUMPS $100 All three. OBO (704) 300-1818 kim_hopper@bellsouth.net

SMALL FLIP LID TRASHCAN. Small ﬂip lid trashcan on wheels $45.00 (704) 300-1818 kim_hopper@bellsouth.net

COUNTYLINE 5 FT FINISH MOWER. New belt and an extra set of blades. $700 OBO. Call (704) 974-2182 DINING TABLE WITH 6 CHAIRS. Matching China Hutch. Downsizing, Must Sell. $500 for both. If no answer, leave message. (704) 4340815 CARPORTS & GARAGES. RV, Boat or Camper Covers. One of North Carolina’s Oldest Dealers! J Johnson Sales. 2690 Hwy. 221, Forest City, NC. (828) 245-5895 J. JOHNSON TRAILER SALES. New, Used, Bank Repo’s, Parts, Service, Sales, Finance or Rent to Own. 2690 Hwy. 221, Forest City, NC. (828) 245-5895

WANT TO BUY EPIPHONE LES PAUL STUDIO GUITAR. Alpine white with hard case. “New - Never Played”. $950 (704) 472-9658 STORAGE BUILDINGS !!! Buy One Off The Lot OR Have One Custom Built With Your Colors & Options! Cash • Finance • Rent to Own. “No Credit Check” J Johnson Sales. 2690 Hwy. 221, Forest City, NC. (828) 245-5895 STEEL BUILT BUILDINGS, CARPORTS, GARAGES, BARNS or WAREHOUSES. Engineered Drawings. “If You Have Vacant Land.... This Can Be The Perfect Source For Rental Income!” One of North Carolina’s Largest Site Displays. We do grading, concrete, plumbing, etc. J Johnson Sales 2690 Hwy 221 S. Forest City, NC. (828) 245-5895

WANTED: OLD AND NEW AMMO. Reloading supplies. Call 828-289-1488. WANT TO BUY CARS & TRUCKS. Trailers, Tractors, Farm Equipment. Must have ID and proof of ownership. Callahan’s Towing. (704) 6921006 MILITARY COLLECTOR SPECIALIZING IN War Items. WTB- US, German, Japanese & Military Guns, S&W & Colt. War Souvenirs, Flags, Blades, Bayonets, Helmets Legally Licensed (828) 980-3329 WE BUY, SELL, TRADE TRAILERS. “Must Have Title”. (828) 245-5895

ADULT TURKEYS FOR SALE. Adult laying hens for sale. Some bronze turkeys, some clay bank turkeys. Must bring your own transport container. (828) 430-6652, Roy or Becky (828) 289-2868

DOG KENNELS “ALL SIZES” IN STOCK! 7x7x4; 5x10x6; 10x10x4; 10x10x6; 10x10x6 Split Kennels for 2 Dogs, 10x20x6, ETC. Rain Tops & Dog Houses. “We Can Also Deliver and Install If Needed!” J Johnson Sales. 2690 Hwy. 221, Forest City, NC. (828) 245-5895 FREE KITTENS! Free to a good home: orange tabby kittens. 8 weeks old. Males & females. Call/text (828) 674-9235

CARS & TRUCKS

DRUM PUMPS. HAVE THREE DIFFERENT ONES all $100 OBO. (704) 300-1818 kim_hopper@bellsouth.net

SCHWINN VINTAGE STATIONARY EXERCISE BICYCLE. $200. White. Always kept inside. “Excellent Condition !” (704) 472-9658

RIDING LAWNMOWERS. 46” Riding Mower, 25HP, Briggs & Stratton $675 ; 46” Riding Mower 20HP Kohler, $300 ; 42” Riding Mower, no engine, $150. All for $900. (843) 6095903

2009 FORD ECONOLINE COMMERCIAL CHASSIS 178,000 miles. Auto., White, Two ladder racks. $4800 obo. (704) 300-1818 kim_hopper@ bellsouth.net

CAMPERS 2022 EMBRACE CAMPER, 28 FEET. Call for Price or email. (704) 281-1733 marvinlevijames@gmail.com

REAL ESTATE CLEVELAND COUNTY

2015 GMC SIERRA 1500. 132,258 miles, vehicle will be sold to the highest bidder. Bids start at $7000. Submit bids by text to 828-748-8050. Bids will be accepted untll 10:00 AM on 9/27/2026, when the winning bid will be determined and the winner notiﬁed. (828) 320-9788 ormistonwaren@gmail.com 2012 CHEVROLET IMPALA Black Color. Low Mileage, $8800. Please text or call. (770) 712-0377

RV CAMPER LOT FOR RENT. Large lot. Located in small quiet park. Rent $600 monthly. Serious inquiries only. 704-482-7086 0r 704477-1064. If no answer, please leave message. 2 BR, 1 BA HOUSE in Waco. NO PETS. $1,000/month. (704) 472-9708 2&3 BEDROOM MOBILE HOMES. Nice and clean, water furnished. Oak Grove Community, Kings Mtn. Call or text, (704) 739-0259 LIONS SENIOR VILLAGE. Has 1 bedroom HUD subsidized apartments for low income seniors. Taking applications now. Age 62 or older. Equal Housing Opportunity. 211 North Morgan Street, Shelby, NC (704) 482-7723 (704) 482-7723 Lions@RPMMANAGED.COM 813 THIRD STREET, KINGS MTN. NC. House, 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. Rent $1695, Deposit $1695. Application Fee $25. 704-214-4180.

POODLE PUPPIES. 1st shots and wormed. $350 cash. (704) 466-5883 AKC DACHSHUND PUPS. AKC Dachshund pups, wormed and vet checked. They will be ready October 13th. $600. Taking deposits now, cash only. We have three males and two females. (704) 473-1393 robertknox1960@gmail.com

FOR RENT 2&3 BEDROOM MOBILE HOMES. For rent In Shelby. $850-$950 per month. (828) 234-8147

BEAUTIFUL GOLDEN RETRIEVER PUPPIES. Both parents on premises. First vaccines, worming, vet exam. Ready for new homes now. $850 each. Call or text 828429-2401.

2013 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500HD. Long bed, black, $6,000. 2007 BMW Z-4, Bue, Automatic, $5,500. (704) 300-9223

METAL ROOFING

704-482-7880

CHIHUAHUA PUPPIES, 3 males, long haired $400. Ready for new home. First set of shots and dewormed. 704466-6983. (704) 466-6983

FARM & GARDEN

MORGAN’S FIREWOOD Wood yard now open every Thursday, Friday, Saturday only. 8am-5pm. Cash only. Prices: $25, $30, $50, $55, $75, $80. Bundle wood $3. 382 Jefferson Rd., Mooresboro (828) 395-0758

1705 S. Lafayette St., Shelby, NC

STANDARD GOLDENDOODLE PUPPES FOR SALE. All vaccines. Crate trained. $800. (828) 447-2739

110 CHERYL COURT Kings Mountain, NC. Double Wide, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. Rent $1295, Deposit $1295. Application Fee $25. 704-214-4180.

CLEVELAND COUNTY

FREE TO GOOD HOME. 1-1/2 year old black Lab. Shots UTD, neutered and chipped. Solid black. House and crate trained. Inside/outside pet. Need to re-home due to family member moving away. (843) 516-1657

4 BURIAL PLOTS TOGETHER. Cleveland Memorial Park. Located in highly desirable chimes section near scenic tower and benches. $3000 each + $499 transfer fee to cemetery. Call or text (803) 413-7646

2 METAL CABINETS $100. I have two metal cabinets 47”x34”x12 1/2”. They have ﬁve shelves. We’ll separate. (704) 300-1818 kim_hopper@ bellsouth.net

2018 FORD F-150 XLT. 4-door, King Cab, white, 4x4, 102,000 miles. Excellent condition. Must see. $22500. Call (704) 692-1573

301 E. MAIN ST., LAWNDALE. House. 5 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom. Rent $1495, Deposit $1495. Application fee $25. 704-214-4180.

WE OFFER LAND HOME PACKAGES in Cleveland, Rutherford, and surrounding counties... with little to no money down with approved ﬁnancing! HEATH’S HOME ZONE 703-5 King Street, Kings Mountain, NC (754) 663-9663

WANT TO RENT LOOKING TO RENT. Looking for a house for rent asap. At least 2 bedroom at the minimum. Preferably Cleveland County, NC area. Pet Friendly. Message me information. Thanks (704) 284-8897

135-21 WIGGINS LANE, KINGS MTN. NC. Single Wide. 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms. Rent $1375 Deposit, $1375. 704-214-4180. 135-26 WIGGINS LANE, KINGS MTN. N.C. Single Wide, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. Rent $1375, $1375 Deposit. 704-214-4180.

GASTON COUNTY HOUSE FOR RENT, CHERRYVILLE $900 per month. 3 br. 1 1/2 baths. No pets, no smoking. Country setting. Deposit required. (704) 4352542 awb311@aol.com

LINCOLN COUNTY

FOR RENT CLEVELAND COUNTY EXCELLENT LOCATION IN SHELBY. Small complex. 3 room apartment, 1 bedroom. Great for single person. Hardwood ﬂoors, Washer/Dryer connection, Heat & Water included in $800 month rent. References & Deposit Required. No Pets, No Smoking. (704) 487-5480 135-21 WIGGINS LANE, KINGS MTN. NC. Single Wide. 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms. Rent $1375 Deposit, $1375. 704-214-4180. 1623-1 E. MARION ST. Shelby, NC. Duplex. 2 Bedrooms, 1.5 Bathrooms. Rent $1475, Deposit $1475. Includes Utilities. Application fee $25. 704214-4180

1321-1 RUSTIC TRAIL. Lincolnton, NC. Apartment. 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom. Rent $825, Deposit $825. Includes water and trash dumpster. Application Fee $25. 704-2144180.

RUTHERFORD COUNTY WAREHOUSE IN FOREST CITY AREA. 100’x120’x20’ Walls. $4500 month. Call 828247-1871 6-BEDROOM CORPORATE SUITES MOORESBORO $600 MONTH. PER ROOM SHARED BATH & SHOWER. $900 MONTH. PER ROOM PRIVATE BATH & SHOWER. ALL 6 ROOMS CAN BE RENTED FOR $3750 PER MONTH. PLENTY PARKING AND BACKYARD. Hablamos Espanol (845) 667-1487 ARTIEIDIMELLA@GMAIL.COM

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Wednesday, October 7, 2026

LEGAL NOTICE

EXECUTOR’S NOTICE

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Having qualified on the 8th of September 2026 as Executrix of the Estate of Robert James Thompson (26E000572-220), deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against said estate to present them, duly verified, to Donna Lynn Valle, c/o A. Susan Biggers, Deaton & Biggers, P.L.L.C., 402 East Graham Street, Shelby, North Carolina 28150, on or before December 18, 2026, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said estate will please make immediate settlement with the undersigned.

Having qualified on the 25th of August 2026 as Executor of the Estate of LaDonna Brown Dedmond (26E000068-220), deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against said estate to present them, duly verified, to Kasey Nichole Green Robinson, c/o A. Susan Biggers, Deaton & Biggers, P.L.L.C., 402 East Graham Street, Shelby, North Carolina 28150, on or before December 26, 2026, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said estate will please make immediate settlement with the undersigned.

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA CLEVELAND COUNTY

This the 16th day of September, 2026.

This the 23rd day of September, 2026.

Donna Lynn Valle Executrix of the Estate of Robert James Thompson c/o A. Susan Biggers Deaton & Biggers, P.L.L.C. 402 East Graham Street Shelby, North Carolina 28150

Kasey Nichole Green Robinson Executor of the Estate of LaDonna Brown Dedmond c/o A. Susan Biggers Deaton & Biggers, P.L.L.C. 402 East Graham Street Shelby, North Carolina 28150

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EXECUTOR’S NOTICE

NOTICE TO CREDITORS STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA CLEVELAND COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION 24E000720-220 Having qualified on 7th of April, 2026 as Executrix of the Estate of JO ANN S. SMITH; AKA, JO ANN SCARLETT SMITH; AKA, JOANN S. SMITH, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against estate to present them to the undersigned, Teresa S. Negus, Executrix on or before the 31st of December, 2026 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payments to the undersigned.

Having qualified on the 11th of September 2026 as Executor of the Estate of Faye Causby Gantt (26E000602-220), deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against said estate to present them, duly verified, to Michael Timothy Gantt, c/o A. Susan Biggers, Deaton & Biggers, P.L.L.C., 402 East Graham Street, Shelby, North Carolina 28150, on or before December 24, 2026, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said estate will please make immediate settlement with the undersigned. This the 23rd day of September, 2026. Michael Timothy Gantt Executor of the Estate of Faye Causby Gantt c/o A. Susan Biggers Deaton & Biggers, P.L.L.C. 402 East Graham Street Shelby, North Carolina 28150 KMH (9/23, 30, 10/07 & 14/2026)

LEGAL NOTICE

IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION 26E000425-220

IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION 26E000555-220

Having qualified on 17th of August, 2026 as Executor of the Estate of SAMANTHA DAWN YELTON, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against estate to present them to the undersigned, Dennis David Cole, Executor on or before the 26th of December, 2026 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payments to the undersigned.

Having qualified on 24th of September, 2026 as Executrix of the Estate of ROBERT GORDON BROWN, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against estate to present them to the undersigned, Gabrielle Nichole Schmidt, Executrix on or before the 31st of December, 2026 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payments to the undersigned.

This is the 23rd day of September, 2026. Dennis David Cole, Executor 104 Heather Ln. Kings Mountain, NC 28086

Gabrielle Nichole Schmidt, Executrix 3769 Kennedy Rd Gastonia, NC 28056

NOTICE TO CREDITORS STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA CLEVELAND COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION 26E000045-220

Laura Titshaw, Executor c/o Kimberly M. Spicer 214 North Morgan Street Shelby, NC 28150 KMH (10/7, 10/14, 10/21 & 10/28/2026)

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS

CO-EXECUTRIXES NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA CLEVELAND COUNTY

Having qualified on the 10th of September 2026 as Co-Executrixes of the Estate of Bess H. Phifer (26E000595-220), deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against said estate to present them, duly verified, to Connie P. Savell and Reta R. Phifer, c/o A. Susan Biggers, Deaton & Biggers, P.L.L.C., 402 East Graham Street, Shelby, North Carolina 28150, on or before December 31, 2026, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said estate will please make immediate settlement with the undersigned.

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This is the 30th day of September, 2026.

LEGAL NOTICE

Cynthia Clark Martin, Administratrix 205 E Parker Street Kings Mountain, NC 28086

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This the 7th day of October, 2026.

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA CLEVELAND COUNTY

This is the 7th day of October, 2026.

Robin Pittman Ridings, Executrix 716 W. Oak Street Shelby, NC 28150

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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA CLEVELAND COUNTY

Having qualified on 30th of September, 2026 as Administratrix of the Estate of GARY ALEXANDER MARTIN, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against estate to present them to the undersigned, Cynthia Clark Martin, Administratrix on or before the 8th of January, 2027 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payments to the undersigned.

This is the 23rd day of September, 2026.

Teresa S. Negus, Executrix 313 Wintergreen Court Kings Mountain, NC 28086

This is the 30th day of September, 2026.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION 26E000658-220

Having qualified on 17th of September, 2026 as Executrix of the Estate of FORREST WILLIAMS RIDINGS, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against estate to present them to the undersigned, Robin Pittman Ridings, Executrix on or before the 26th of December, 2026 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payments to the undersigned.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

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IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION 26E000618-220

This the 30th day of September, 2026. Connie P. Savell and Reta R. Phifer Co-Executrixes of the Estate of Bess H. Phifer c/o A. Susan Biggers Deaton & Biggers, P.L.L.C. 402 East Graham Street Shelby, North Carolina 28150 KMH (9/30, 10/07, 14, 21/2026)

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA CLEVELAND COUNTY

IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION 26E000615-220

IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION 26E000636-220

Having qualified on 14th of September, 2026 as Executor of the Estate of MAX McDANIEL CARROLL, JR, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against estate to present them to the undersigned, Amey Kathleen Ware Carroll, Executor on or before the 25th of December, 2026 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payments to the undersigned.

Having qualified on 21st of September, 2026 as Administrator of the Estate of DORA KAY PHILLIPS, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against estate to present them to the undersigned, Dawn W. Walker, Administrator on or before the 1st of January, 2027 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payments to the undersigned.

This is the 23rd day of September, 2026.

This is the 30th day of September, 2026.

Amey Kathleen Ware Carroll, Executor 207 Nancy Dr. Shelby, NC 28152

Dawn W. Walker, Administrator 524 Lee Drive Shelby, NC 28152

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