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Allison Moore Case wins $500 from Jimmy Wayne in a scavenger hunt held Saturday morning.

Photo by Jackie Marshuka

Jimmy Wayne gives back to community

By Loretta Cozart Saturday morning, Jimmy Wayne held a surprise scavenger hunt in Kings Mountain, promising a $500 cash prize to the winner. He posted clues featuring well known Kings Mountain locations, like the Joy Theater, Gold Street, and King Street.

Allison Moore Case,

a first-year teacher from Cowpens, and her husband, Jeremy found the small piece of paper bearing Jimmy Wayne’s signature tucked behind a downspout outside the Family Dollar store.

Case said she intended to use the prize to buy snacks for her students and thanked Jimmy Wayne for his generosity.

“A joyful evening with The Gardner Webb Trumpet Ensemble”

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Carlos Zamora, center, with the Kings Mountain Community Chorus. Photo provided

KM Community Chorus to perform again on Dec. 21

By Loretta Cozart On Tuesday, Dec. 3, the Kings Mountain Community Chorus directed by Carlos Zamora, performed their first holiday concert at the Joy Performance Theater with several hundred guests in attendance.

Zamora, the Music Director at Central United Methodist Church in Kings Mountain, had an idea to begin a Community Chorus and held auditions in late summer. Thirty-five vocalist and musicians made the cut and the group met seven times to rehearse since late

October.

Their first performance was intentionally held in early December, because many of these musicians perform with other groups. Members come from Kings Mountain, Shelby, Grover, Rutherfordton, and Gastonia.

According to Zamora,

“The mission of the Kings Mountain Community Chorus is to inspire unity and use the community’s musical power to bring people together. It is a beautiful thing, because we drew people from different denominations. These See CHORUS, Page 7A

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Christmas treats will be provided for everyone.

This event is free for the community.

Harris Funeral Home is located at: 108 South Piedmont Avenue, Kings Mountain, NC, 704-739-2591.

Crowds flood into downtown Kings Mountain for the Home for Christmas Parade. See more photos on page 8A. Photo by Loretta Cozart

Darin and Brook Aldridge perform at the Grand Ole Opry.

Photo from Aldridge’s Facebook page

Aldridge’s perform holiday concert at the Joy Dec. 21 The 10th annual Darin and Brooke Aldridge Holiday Concert will be held on December 21 at 7:30 pm in the Joy Performance Center in Kings Mountain. The concert, historically held on

the Saturday before Thanksgiving, was moved to the Saturday before Christmas this year to accommodate the couple’s release of their new CD, Inner Journey.

Inner Journey was released by Rounder Records and is Darin & Brooke’s eighth CD since they formed their award-winning group (Darin has also recorded See ALDRIDGE’S, Page 2A

National Wreaths Large crowd attends Across America Day KM Christmas parade this Saturday at noon

By Loretta Cozart

By Loretta Cozart This Saturday, Dec. 14 at noon, the Col. Frederick Hambright DAR Chapter, along with citizens of Kings Mountain, will gather at Mountain Rest Cemetery to remember veterans for National Wreaths Across America Day. There are more than 1,200 veterans buried at Mountain Rest Cemetery and the community has sponsored more than 1,100 wreaths for this event. It was the DAR’s goal to See WREATHS, Page 7A

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Here, a young Cub Scout takes a moment to remember the veterans of Kings Mountain. Photo by Gary Smart

The Kings Mountain Home for Christmas Parade stepped-off on Dec. 7 at 3 pm in downtown Kings Mountain. National recording artist Jimmy Wayne was the grand marshal.

The parade formed along East Gold street, proceeding up Battleground Avenue, and then east on to King Street. Crowds began gathering around noon, as city employees and businesspeople prepared for the afternoon’s festivities. Citizens lined the street, often several rows deep, from East Gold Street to the KFC on Kings Street to enjoy the

Christmas parade.

Jimmy Wayne rode through town in a white horse-drawn carriage, as folks shouted his name. He reciprocated, shouting out to friends and fans along the parade route.

After the parade, Kings Mountain Little Theater’s volunteers served free warm beverages throughout the evening in their Liberty Mountain Garden.

Santa’s Workshop was a hit with the youngsters where they visited with Santa and shared their Christmas wishes.

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Christmas memories in downtown KM

■ OBITUARIES

Larry Salone Jackson Larry Salone Jackson, 73, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on December 2, 2019 at his home.

He was born in Rutherford County, NC, to the late William H. Jackson and Essie McFalls Jackson and was preceded in death by a sister, Claudette J. Conner.

Larry served his country honorably in the US Navy.

He was a longtime member of Family Worship Center and retired from Duke Energy after 27 years of service. Larry enjoyed carp fishing with his son, golfing with his brothers and singing gospel music. He was known as “Monk” and Butterball” by many of his friends and loved Volkswagen’s.

Larry was a very generous person and would help others in any way that he could. He was a dedicated and loving husband, Dad, Paw Paw, brother and friend.

He is survived by hs wife of 48 years: Pat Greene Jackson, of the home; son: Jonathan Trent Jackson and wife Wendy, Belmont, NC; daughter: Leigh Anne Bouchard and husband Joey, Kings Mountain, NC; brothers: Harry Jackson and wife Elaine, Kings Mountain, NC, Sonny Jackson and wife Brenda, Kings Mountain, NC and Jerry Jackson and wife Desiree, Dallas, NC; grandchildren: Ryan Jackson, Branson and Sarah Anne Bouchard A funeral service was held on Thursday, December 5, 2019 at 3:00 PM at Family Worship Center with Rev. Dr. Roger Woodard officiating Visitation was held on Thursday, December 5, 2019 from 1:00 PM to 2:50 PM prior to the service at the 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.

As the Home for Christmas celebration kicked-off on Saturday, many citizens’ s thoughts wax nostalgic with memories of Christmas in downtown Kings Mountain.

Most folks shopped in town before the mid-70s. With a few exceptions, the central business district was the place to be during the holiday season. Comments shared with the Herald will take many long-time residents back to a simpler time.

“The memory that comes to my mind is going into Willie's Jewelry Store,” wrote Cindi Lovelace Houser.

“He always had a smile and a kind word for everyone.

Loved going in there to look at all his stock.”

Ron Morrison wrote, “Willie financed my first item. At about age 10, I asked him to let me buy a watch band on credit; it cost around eight bucks. Went there every Friday and paid him my 50 cents allowance until it was paid off. Not really sure if it helped my credit score but he took a chance on me and helped teach me a life-long lesson.”

Jean Patterson shared, “I remember my Mom and Dad loading all eight of us kids in the car so they could take us to town to see the lights and the decorated store windows.

Our little eyes just lit up as we drove through town. The lights and decorations were so beautiful.” Lisa Cash remembers, “The lights were strung over the road, decorations back then were more beautiful.”

Perry Nolan wrote, “I re-

member the Christmas parade and it was cold. All the stores stayed open late for Christmas shopping. I loved all the stores there. It just was not the same after many moved away. One of my favorite stores was McGinnis Department Store. I loved going in that store to shop. John McGinnis, the owner, was my assistant Scoutmaster when I was a boy. I loved going in all the stores there.”

Mike Grigg’s memory is more like one from the iconic 80s movie, A Christmas Story. “Mine was getting to go into the western auto store. My all-time favorite memory was to stand and be totally amazed at the rack of different BB guns on display, wishing deep inside that one day I'd wake up Christmas morning and there it would one waiting for me. Finally, in 1972, we moved to the country and that year I was totally blown away on Christmas morning. There, under the Christmas tree, was my very own BB gun!”

David Barret recalls, ” Gosh, I was probably about 6-years old, and remember Belk's had those animated displays in the windows. One was a family of skunks and Mr. Skunk was trying to pull up the britches of his Santa suit - he had a pillow tied around his waist, while Mrs. Skunk (Mrs. Claus) looked on shaking her head.”

Connie Bell shared her memory, “I remember going to Bridges’ Hardware. They had an assortment of bikes and other toys. Mr. Glee Bridges, Sr. always played

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The couple, married since 2008, always looks forward to their annual concert at the Joy because it is one of the final stops on their annual tour and, as Darin says, “it’s a wonderful feeling to play in an intimate venue like the Joy in front of so many friends, family, and long-time fans. And (the Joy) is only about 15 minutes from our house so it really does feel like home to us. We appreciate all of the volunteers who make the Joy a great place for us to play our music.”

Darin and Brooke make their home in Cherryville, NC and are thankful for the support of their extended community of Gaston and Cleveland counties.

Tickets for the Holiday Concert are available online at www.ticketsnc. com. Seats on the main floor of the theater are $25 plus fees. VIP seats in the balcony will be available for the first time and are priced at $35 plus fees.

For more information about Darin & Brooke visit their website at: www.DarinandBrookeAldridge.com

From Page 1A two solo albums). Songs on the new CD were written by an impressive list of songwriters including Vince Gill, Earl Scruggs, Nancy Griffith, Graham Nash, the Louvin Brothers, Doc Watson, and one by Brooke Aldridge.

Brooke has the distinction of being named Female Vocalist of the Year for three consecutive years by the International Bluegrass Music Association. Darin and Brooke have appeared on the legendary Grand Ole Opry twenty-two times in the past nearly three years.

On their most recent Opry appearance they not only performed some of their own songs but were invited by host Vince Gill to join him on his classic Go Rest High on That Mountain to end the show.

The Aldridge’s continue to tour with superstars John Cowan (Doobie Brothers) and Jimmy Fortune (Statler Brothers) when their schedule allows. They have also performed in Europe, Canada, and on Cruises in the

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Santa!” Chaplain Byron Fite adds, “Yeah, he used to throw out candy from his plane too.”

Sonya McAbee Gregory shared, “Oh Lawdy! This is making a flood of memories dance through my mind.

First, I so loved the beautiful large Bulb Christmas lights strung across the streets of downtown. I think I loved the Christmas parade the most of all.

“I can hear the marching band approaching right now, drums rolling, brass and wind, percussion, and then the delight of when I saw the Majorettes in their Christmas costumes and their beautiful white leather boots with the white dangling tassels. I dreamed of having a pair of those white majorette boots! All the beautiful decorated trailers with princesses, homecoming queens, Governor, Fred Kirby, and all the beautifully decorated cars throwing Christmas candy canes,” she said.

Avis Owens Morrow shared her memories of working downtown, “I worked at Belk with a Bill and Betty Brown, Flora Lee Yarbro, Peggy Blackburn, Betty Clemmer and her mother and so many more. I worked in the children’s department upstairs for 7 years. We would be open late for Christmas time. Mr. Brown taught us how to make bows and wrap presents, creasing the sides of the boxes. Other young people working included Kathryn Blanton, Mike Moss, Mark McDaniel, Jodi Smith McDaniel.”

Jonas Randy Bell recalled,

“I worked at Roses and Pete Wilson was the manager.

Ruth Ruff was one of the sales ladies. I remember the Christmas Candies that were so delicious and the roasted peanuts, cashews, and the popcorn made fresh daily. All the streets addorned in lights.

What a wonderful sight in hometown Kings Mountain N.C.” Joe King shared, “The memory’s I have was in late 60s early 70s working a Plonks and Belk as a sale person and seeing the busy times in December as people ran in and had to have some gift for their loved ones. I worked for some great people in those years.”

Cindy Jolly Troublefield had one of the most detailed memories, so we’ll paraphrase a bit, “Ah. Christmas in Kings Mountain when I was growing up is one of my very favorite memories.

I loved downtown at Christmastime.

“I started working at McGinnis Department Store when I was 14 years old, wrapping Christmas presents.

It was the best time of the year in the retail business and so much fun! You got to see so many smiling faces having so much fun shopping for their families! I worked for the McGinnis family where my Granny, Ann Roberts had worked for years,” Troublefield shared.

“I remember so well how John and Margaret Cornwell and later, Doyle Campbell did the men's window, while granny, myself, Bertha Lackey and the other handful

of wonderful women who helped make up the great staff of salespeople who all worked together so well and helped make McGinnis's the place to go at Christmastime!

It was just magical!

“Friends like Faye Finger would come in every week and have coffee in the back, as the McGinnis Matriarch, Ethel McGinnis, worked tirelessly doing alterations all day long. Later sweet Josephine Sellers would take that position,” Troublefield shared.

“We had a wonderful crew and always managed to have a great time and loved our jobs. It was the way the McGinnis family made us feel.

We were part of their family.

They loved their business and the people who worked for them.

“Yes, there was nothing like a good old- fashioned Christmas in downtown Kings Mountain.” She reminisced. “It will always be one of the greatest times of my life and I miss those days and the people who have gone on before me so very much! I guess it sort of reminds me of a Hallmark Christmas movie” Hometown Christmas will bring lots of smiles to the faces of those that attend this December. But memories of those who worked and shopped in downtown Kings Mountain in years gone are hard to beat. Downtown was the heart of the city and everything important in town happened in a few square blocks. But the memories made there have lasted several lifetimes.

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Pictured (L-R) Mayor Neisler, Sarah Lee Owensby, and Jimmy Wayne at a reception in his honor.

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City Council honors Jimmy Wayne

By Loretta Cozart On Saturday, Dec. 7, at 2 pm, Mayor Scott Neisler, City Council, and staff honored national recording artist Jimmy Wayne, giving him the key to the city and a proclamation for his work bringing attention to children in the foster-care system and his efforts to support at-risk youth who need permanent and stable families.

Jimmy Wayne was not aware of the city’s intent to honor him and came to the

event under the guise of a reception prior to the Kings Mountain Home for Christmas Parade. Jimmy Wayne was moved by the welcome and thanked the Mayor and City Council for the recognition.

Jimmy Wayne was born in Kings Mountain and attended East Elementary School before entering the foster care system in Gaston County. Kings Mountain’s Sarah Lee Owensby of WKKT, 96.9 The Kat, greeted Jimmy Wayne and welcomed him, as well.

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Meet our new Data Manager: Mrs. Mandy Scoggins KMIS is proud to introduce the new ‘face behind the glass.’

She has been a Teachers Assistant/ Bus Driver for the past 17 years. She is an advocate for teachers and students alike. We are pleased that she has taken the position as KMIS’ Data Manager. She will be happy to help students, families, and the MANDY SCOGGINS community with any needs related to KMIS. Mrs. Scoggins is married with two children, one grandchild, and another one on the way. She is active in her church and is excited to learn as she moves into this new role. Please welcome Mrs. Scoggins and come by and see her!

Jimmy Wayne accepts key to the city. Pictured (L-R) Mountain Man William Rayfield, Jay Rhodes, Mayor Neisler, Keith Miller, Jimmy Wayne, Jimmy West, Tommy Hawkins, Annie Thombs, and Dave Allen.

New Heliport for Atrium Kings Mountain

By Loretta Cozart

Several weeks ago, the City of Kings Mountain worked with Atrium Health to construct a new Heliport for airlifting of patients to and from the hospital.

“I am pleased that Atrium Health allowed us to participate in this worthwhile project to help them reduce their costs in construction of a new heliport.

The access to healthcare is of primary importance to our city, and we are so lucky to have our own hospital,” said Mayor Neisler. “It was a natural project that benefits us all. Once again, our city crews at public works, electric, gas, and water departments showed that they have a real talent when it comes to taking on the worthy public projects.”

The Heliport will take time to complete, depending upon the weather, with a completion date estimated by the end of 2019 to early 2020.

Trees were removed to clear the way for the Heliport. Photos By Scott Neisler

Staff supervised the city’s portion of the work.

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■ MEDITATION

Running on Empty Recently needed to stop my running and refuel.” while driving my kids to a God spoke to me in youth event that moment and reI noticed the minded me that if it’s fuel display important to stop my was edging tobusyness to refuel my ward empty. car, how much more significant is the need Thinking Pastor about all of to pause and refuel Jeff Longwell Penley’s Chapel the trips I my life?

Church still had to In Mark chapter make, I tried six, Jesus invited His to think of the most con- disciples to, “Come aside venient time to stop and by yourselves to a deserted get gas. I thought, “Boy, place and rest awhile.” that would be dumb if I ran (Mark 6:31) The scripture out of gas just because I says they were so busy didn’t take the few minutes with ministry, they didn’t

even have time to eat.

They tried to get away by themselves, but the crowds followed them, even to a deserted place.

It can be difficult to pull away from the demands of life and make time to rest and recharge, yet it is so essential!

Jesus invites us to come away with Him as well.

“Come to Me, all you who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.”

(Matthew 11:28) Our Lord implores us to, “Be still, and know that I am God.” (Psalm 46:10)

The only way this happens is for us to be intentional. We have to decide that we will make time to spend with God in prayer and in His Word.

When two sisters, Mary and Martha, invited Jesus into their home, they had very different views on what was most important.

Martha was busy serving, and making sure all the guests were taken care of, and was a bit irritated with her sister. Mary sat quietly at the feet of Jesus, hanging onto every word He spoke, while enjoying His visit. Martha complained to Jesus that her sister was not helping with the serving. Jesus said, “Martha, Martha, you are worried

and troubled about many things. But one thing is needed, and Mary has chosen that good part, which will not be taken away from her.” (Luke 10:41-42) We can busy ourselves with so many things this holiday season.

Good things, like shopping and decorating, attending family gatherings and church functions, Christmas concerts and gift exchanges. We really have to be careful that in all the activity of celebrating Christmas, we don’t forget to sit at the feet of the One whose birth we commemorate. If we forget Him, we’ll be running on empty for sure!

First Presbyterian children’s Christmas program Dec.15 First Presbyterian Church invites you to their Warm Tree Celebration and Children's Christmas Play "An Unplugged Christmas" be held on Sunday, Dec. 15 starting at 9:00 am; and Christmas Eve Candlelight/ Communion service at 9:00 pm.

First Presbyterian is located at 111 East King St., Kings Mountain.

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Church Service Directory St. Paul United Methodist Church N. Cansler Street 704-739-1256

Bethlehem Baptist Church 1017 Bethlehem Road 704-739-7487

Sunrise Baptist Church 208 Mail Road 704-692-3007

Boyce Memorial ARP Church Edgemont Drive 704-739-4917

Temple Baptist Church 612 N. Cansler Street 704-739-4716 The Favor Center Church 602 Slater Street

KM First Church Of The Nazarene 127 Countryside Rd., Kings Mountain, NC 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 Ave. 704-739-6811 Midview Baptist Church 703 Margrace Road 704-739-6711

Mt. Olive Baptist Church Compact School Road 704-739-4516 Mt. Zion Baptist Church 220 N. Watterson Street 704-739-8354 New Beginnings Church of Jesus Christ 541 Crocker Road 704-730-9507 New Bynum Chapel AME Zion Church N. Cansler Street 704-739-2606

Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church 220 N. Watterson Street 704-739-8354

New Camp Creek Baptist Church 863 New Camp Creek Ch. Road 704-487-7128

Mountain View Agape Church 506 Sparrow Springs Road 704-739-0160

New Life Family Worship Center 428 Oak Grove Road 704-739-9371

New Way Missionary Baptist Church 105 Waco Road 704-724-0414 Oak Grove Baptist Church 1022 Oak Grove Road 704-739-4833 Oak View Baptist Church 1517 York Road 704-739-7831 Pathway Baptist Church 3100 Parkdale Circle 704-734-0852 Patterson Grove Baptist Church 301 Oak Grove Road 704-739-5826 Penley’s Chapel Church 1805 N Piedmont Ave 704-524-4139 Peoples Baptist Church 1010 Groves Street 704-739-0398

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RECIPES

GRANDMA’S CHRISTMAS COOKIES 1 cup butter, softened 1 1/2 cups white sugar 2 eggs 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 2 teaspoons baking powder 1 cup buttermilk 3 cups all-purpose flour, or as needed • Cream together butter and sugar in a large bowl. Add eggs and beat until light and fluffy. Combine the nutmeg, salt, baking soda, and baking powder in a small bowl. Stir in the buttermilk and add this mixture to the creamed ingredients. Gradually stir in the flour one cup at a time. If dough is still too sticky to roll, gradually add more flour until you can form the dough into a ball.

Cover and chill dough for at least an hour.

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Roll dough out to 1/4 inch thickness on a lightly floured surface. Cut into shapes and place on ungreased cookie sheet.

• Bake until no indentation remains when cookies are lightly touched, about 10 minutes. Cool cookies on rack.

CHRISTMAS TREE COOKIES 1 1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar 1 cup butter, softened 1 egg 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 teaspoon almond extract 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon cream of tartar • Mix confectioners’ sugar, butter or margarine, egg, vanilla, and almond extract.

Stir in flour, baking soda, and cream of tartar. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours.

• Heat oven to 375 degrees.

Divide dough into halves.

On lightly floured cloth-covered board, roll each half out to 3/16 inch thick. on lightly floured cloth-covered board.

Cut into Christmas shapes.

• Bake on parchment lined baking sheets for 7 to 8 minutes. Let cool on wire racks and decorate as desired.

PEANUT BUTTER CUPS 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 cup butter, softened 1/2 cup white sugar 1/2 cup peanut butter 1/2 cup packed brown sugar 1 egg, beaten 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 tablespoons milk 40 miniature chocolate covered peanut butter cups, unwrapped • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Sift together the

flour, salt and baking soda; set aside.

• Cream together the butter, sugar, peanut butter and brown sugar until fluffy.

Beat in the egg, vanilla and milk. Add the flour mixture; mix well. Shape into 40 balls and place each into an ungreased mini muffin pan.

• Bake at 375 degrees for about 8 minutes. Remove from oven and immediately press a mini peanut butter cup into each ball. Cool and carefully remove from pan.

the vanilla with the last egg.

Mix in the flour mixture until just incorporated. Fold in the white chocolate chips and cranberries; mixing just enough to evenly combine.

Drop spoonfuls of the dough 2 inches apart onto prepared baking sheets.

• Bake in the preheated oven until edges of the cookies become golden brown, 9 to 12 minutes. Cool in the baking sheet for 10 minutes before removing to cool completely on a wire rack.

BUTTER COOKIES 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 cup butter 1/2 cup white sugar 1 egg 1/2 teaspoon almond extract • Cream the butter until light. Gradually add the sugar and beat until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and almond extract.

• Gradually blend in the flour. Cover and chill dough for at least 1 hour.

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

• Roll dough out on a lightly floured surface to 1/8 inch thickness. Cut into desired shapes, using lightly floured cookie cutters. Place cookies on ungreased cookie sheets.

• Bake at 350 degrees F for 8 to 12 minutes or until golden. Remove to wire racks to cool completely.

Decorate as desired.

MOLASSES SUGAR COOKIES 1 1/2 cups shortening 2 cups white sugar 1/2 cup molasses 2 eggs 4 cups all-purpose flour 4 teaspoons baking soda 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon ground cloves 1 teaspoon ground ginger 1 teaspoon salt • Melt the shortening in a large pan on the stove, and cool.

• Add sugar, eggs, and molasses, beat well.

In a separate bowl, sift dry ingredients together and add to the pan. Mix well and chill 3 hours or overnight.

• Form into walnut-size balls. Roll in granulated sugar. Place on greased cookie sheet about 2 inches apart.

• Bake at 375 degrees for 8-10 minutes.

• Store in an airtight container to keep from getting overly crisp. If they do lose their softness, an easy way to restore it is to place one slice of fresh bread in the container with the cookies for a couple of hours or overnight and they will be soft again!

SPRITZ COOKIES 1 cup butter, softened 3 egg yolks 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 2/3 cup white sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract • Mix the butter or margarine, sugar, egg yolks and vanilla. Add the flour and mix by hand.

• Spoon into cookie press and press onto ungreased cookie sheets. Sprinkle with colored sugars.

• Bake in preheated 400 degree oven for 7-10 minutes.

CRANBERRY COOKIES 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 1 tsp. baking soda 1 cup butter 1/4 cup white sugar 3/4 cup brown sugar 1 (3.5 ounce) package instant vanilla pudding 1 tsp. vanilla extract 2 eggs 1 (6 oz.) package white chocolate chips 1/2 (6 oz.) package dried cranberries • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly grease two baking sheets. Combine flour and baking soda in a bowl.

• Beat the butter, white sugar, brown sugar, and instant pudding with an electric mixer in a large bowl until smooth. Beat the first egg into the butter until completely blended, then beat in

BUTTER SNOWFLAKES 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 1/4 tsp. salt 1/4 tsp. cinnamon 1 cup butter 1 (3 oz.) pkg. cream cheese, softened 1 cup white sugar 1 egg yolk 1 tsp. vanilla extract 1 tsp. orange zest • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Sift together the flour, salt, and cinnamon; set aside.

• In a medium bowl, cream together butter and cream cheese. Add sugar and egg yolk; beat until light and fluffy. Stir in the vanilla and orange zest. Gradually blend in the dry ingredients. Fill a cookie press or pastry bag with dough, and form cookies on an ungreased cookie sheet.

• Bake for 12 to 15 minutes in the preheated oven, or until the cookies are golden brown on the peaks and on the bottoms. Remove from cookie sheets at once to cool on wire racks.

Nutcracker Ballet at the Joy Performance Center this week

By Loretta Cozart

This year add The Nutcracker Ballet, a classic story of Clara’s magical trip to the land of sweets, to your holiday plans. Kimberla’s School of Classical Ballet presents The Nutcracker Suite at The Joy Performance Center on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, December 13 -15.

With a chill in the air and downtown Kings Mountain transformed into a Winter Wonderland, the opportunity to create a new holiday tradition awaits you and your family.

The 2019 Nutcracker Public Performances are Friday, December 13 at 7 pm, Saturday, December 14 at 7:30 pm, and Sunday, December 15 at 4 pm. General Admission Tickets are $12 in advance, $15 at the door. Mezzanine seating cluster of 4 seats in the balcony with hors d'oeuvres is $80 in advance, $100 at the door.

A special Nutcracker Story Time is Sunday, December 15 from 2 – 3 pm.

Guests listen to The Nut-

Nick Burrows and Bethany London bring the Nutcracker Ballet to life this weekend.

Photo by London Images cracker story while enjoying cookies and punch and meet and have pictures with cast members. Cost is $10 per child.

Experience this magical storybook ballet and escape one evening to build a new family tradition with your family and friends.

Sewing dreams

Miss Mary's legacy

By Loretta Cozart Ask anyone in Kings Mountain whom to go to for custom seamstress work, and they'll tell you to pay a visit to Mary Carolyn Hill, affectionately known by everyone as Miss Mary.

A native of Kings Mountain, Miss Mary learned to sew at the age of six, spending much of her free time honing her sewing skills. While others played, she sewed. In high school, she took classes with Betty Gamble and enjoyed using the equipment available to her there. Over time, her work became so good that teachers had her create garments for them.

After graduation in 1971, Hill took a job at Wix Allen Plant in Gastonia and continued to sew for others and built her customer base. She created a life with her husband, Rev. Michael Hill, the pastor of Providence Missionary Baptist Church in Lincolnton who is also the Moderator of the Ebenezer Association of 41 churches.

After 28 years at Wix, Hill retired from that career and opened a business out of her home. Almost 20 years later, her shop, Hanging with Hill, is located at 318 W. King Street.

A few weeks ago, she relocated to Suite B. in an adjacent building.

Saturday, business was brisk as folks visited her shop, picking up curtains and dropping off new orders. A few hours before the Christmas Parade, conversations revolved around the Kings Mountain High School Football game and the Clemson football game later that evening. Miss Mary always asks customers about their families. She knows them, and they know her. She is a staple in the community.

Looking around Hill’s shop, it is clear Miss Mary has lots of work to keep her busy. The City of Kings Mountain Police Department, Fire Department, Rescue Squad, among others, have her alter their uniforms.

Her reputation for fine work draws other municipalities to contract with her, also. In 2015, she received the Fourth Annual Image Award, Outstanding Business Award, from the Cleveland County Branch of the NAACP. Miss Mary has a strong work ethic and likes to stay busy as evidenced by an incident a few years ago when she fell from a ladder and broke

Mary Carolyn Hill, or Miss Mary, stays busy with customer's orders and custom creations in her shop on King Street.

Photo Loretta Cozart her left arm. When the Doctor shared the news with her, she was elated. The Doctor seemed puzzled, so she explained, "It is my left arm, Doctor, my left arm! I can continue working with my right arm."

Miss Mary intends to sew until she reaches 70-years old.

With several years to go until

then, she carries on the nearly lost art of creating outfits for customers from a photograph alone: no pattern required. She also creates custom window treatments, home accessories, alterations, and unique gifts.

Miss Mary says, "If you can picture it, I can make it."

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■ POLICE ARRESTS NOV. 28: Christopher Adkins, 31, Kings Mountain, driving while license revoked, $1,000 secured bond.

He was also charged on Nov. 28 with child support, $1250 secured bond.

DEC. 1: Natalie Nicole Lang, 33, Kings Mountain, school attendance violation, $1000 secured bond.

NOV. 2: Michael Eric Cox, 46, Grover, two counts felony possession with intent to sell, deliver cocaine; two counts sell cocaine. $15,000 unsecured bond.

NOV. 4: Christopher Neil, 28, Belmont, simple possession marijuana, possession drug paraphernalia, citation.

NOV. 4: Robert Eugene Smith, 44, Kings Mountain, communicating threats, $2500 unsecured bond.

INCIDENTS NOV. 18: A resident of Orr Terrace reported larceny of a 2002 Dodge Dakota.

NOV. 26: A resident of Crescent Hill Road reported theft of jewelry.

NOV. 29: A resident of Gastonia reported larceny of a 2017 Kia valued at $12,000 from Raven Circle.

NOV. 29: A resident of Linwood Road reported larceny of jewelry.

NOV. 29: A resident of Cleveland Avenue reported an attempted break-in.

DEC. 1: A resident of Waco Road reported larceny of a Carousel microwave during a break-in.

DEC. 4: CVS, Shelby Road, reported shoplifting of an Android cell phone.

WRECKS Oct. 30: Officer J. L. Dee said that a 17-year-old female

WREATHS From Page 1A honor all veterans interred at the cemetery, but that number was just out of reach this year. On a positive note, the number of veterans who will be remembered far exceeds the 400 from just a year ago.

DAR members work hard to include as many people as possible in this event, because the purpose is to remember fallen veterans, honor those who serve, and teach children the value

driver in a 2019 Nissan struck a parked 2016 Ford owned by Tim Reid of Hickory. The accident happened in the parking lot of Kings Mountain High School. Property damage was estimated at $2500.

NOV. 22: Officer Chris Tate said an unknown driver hit a 2001 Mitsubishi operated by Amanda Flowers of Bessemer City causing the Mitsubishi to hit a 2015 Kia operated by Yvette Little of Kings Mountain. The accident happened on US 74 West. Property damage was estimated at $4,000.

NOV. 27: Officer J. L. Dee said an unknown driver left the scene after his/her vehicle struck a 2015 Jeep operated by Katherine Blanton Addison of Mount Holly.

The accident happened in the parking lot at 201 York Road. Estimated damage was $1500.

NOV. 28: Officer J. L. Kee said Caleb Mercer of Bessemer City, operating a 1997 Ford, said his gas pedal accelerated too quickly and in process of correcting hit a utility pole at Waco Road and Gantt Street. Property damage was estimated at $5,000 to the vehicle and $500 to the pole.

NOV. 28: Officer Chris Tate said that Joshua Cochran of Dallas, driving a 2017 Chevrolet, and Randy Tart of York, SC, driving a 2009 Ford sideswiped each other doing estimated $2,000 damage. The accident happened on NC 161.

DEC. 1: Officer M. J. Howard said Ted Ray Watkins, Kings Mountain, operating a 2009 Ford, and Allen Nivens, Kings Mountain, operating a 2006 Ford, hit

on North Sims Street doing slight damage to their driver’s door mirrors.

DEC. 1: Officer M. J. Howard said Brian Montgomery of Spartanburg, SC, operating a 2000 Audi on I-85 South, reported his vehicle hydroplaned in the rain, left the road, collided with a tree and rolled over coming to rest on the driver’s side of the vehicle. Occupants were all treated at the site by Kings Mountain EMS for minor lacerations. No other vehicle was involved. Property damage was estimated at $20,000.

DEC. 2: Officer J. L. Dee said three female students were operating vehicles on Phifer Road. A 16-year-old driver filed to reduce speed and struck the other two vehicles stopped for the police officer who was directing traffic in the area of Kings Mountain High School. Property damage was estimated at $7,000.

DEC. 3: Officer Chris Tate said Linda Faile of Lowell, operating a 2004 Ford, rear-ended a 2015 Jeep operated by Kelley Styers of Kings Mountain. The accident happened at the intersection of East King Street and South Battleground Avenue.

Property damage was estimated at $2500.

DEC. 4: Officer HW Carpenter said Christopher Brian Smith, Kings Mountain, operating a 2010 Honda, was attempting a right turn onto NC 161 from the US 74 Bypass off ramp and Pamela Beam of Statesville, operating a 2002 Honda, was traveling behind Smith. The Smith vehicle was struck by the Beam vehicle.

Slight damage was reported to the Smith 2010 Honda.

of freedom.

Last year, veterans, first responders, scouts, Cadets, the Mayor, and others participated to make this truly a community event. Kings Mountain Woman’s Club also sponsored wreaths this year and the Cleveland County Republican Women and the Civil Air Patrol participated last year.

This event allows everyone the opportunity to take a moment during the busy holiday season to remember the veterans at Mountain Rest Cemetery. It is a small effort to honor veterans year-round, not just on Me-

morial Day and Veterans Day. It is a solemn promise kept, to honor those who currently or have served.

Renee Bost of the DAR urges citizens, “Please reach out to your groups, friends, family, and civic organizations and encourage folks to help us honor our veterans. We are reminded of the Haya Proverb, “Many hands make light work.”

On Dec. 14, many hands will be needed to remember more than 1,100 veterans.

These veterans are the sons and daughters of Kings Mountain who fought to protect our freedoms. It is the least we can do to take an hour of our day to remember them.

The DAR will hold a brief ceremony in the veterans area near the flagpole before fanning out across the cemetery, wreaths in hand, to honor our veterans.

Attendees are encouraged to dress comfortably for the weather.

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American Legion Breakfast serves 60

By Loretta Cozart On December 7, American Legion Auxiliary Unit 155 fed approximately 60 veterans at their monthly free breakfast held the first Saturday of every month at the post home on E. Gold Street.

Dr. Frank Sincox, US Navy retired, reminded those gathered that on December 7, 1941, many American servicemen lost their lives at Pearl Harbor.

He said it was fitting that we remember those service personnel at Pearl Harbory, not only those in the Navy, but in all branches of the US military.

The monthly breakfast is a outreach service to all veterans. American Legion Post 155, with assistance from the Sons of American Legion, Legion Riders, and American Legion Auxiliary take turns honoring veterans with a made to order breakfast.

The gathering is an opportunity for the community to support veterans by joining them for a meal and visiting with them in fellowship. Non-veterans are asked to make a small donation to offset the cost of the meal, enabling American Legion Post to continue the program on a monthly basis The next breakfast is scheduled for January 4, 2020.

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Last week for open enrollment for Federal Health Care Marketplace Governor Roy Cooper reminded North Carolinians who need health insurance or need to re-enroll or change plans for 2020 coverage to sign up before the December 15 deadline.

Many people who get their insurance through the federal Health Insurance Marketplace get help paying for their premiums and may also be able to get help with copayments and deductibles.

“Open enrollment is the chance to see what health insurance choices you have and find out which plan is best for you and your family. I encourage all North Carolinians to take time during this busy holiday season to sign up or see what you are eligible for before the December 15 deadline,” said Governor Cooper.

The federal Marketplace helps people find health coverage that meets their needs and fits their budget. At HealthCare.gov, North Carolinians can compare plans based on price, benefits and other features. Importantly, coverage cannot be denied because of pre-existing or chronic conditions like cancer or diabetes.

“Health insurance provides access to high-quality medical care that

improves and protects people’s lives,” said Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Mandy K. Cohen. “I encourage people without health insurance to go to the federal Marketplace

by December 15th to see if there is a plan that is a good fit for them and their families.”

Health care through the federal Marketplace lets North Carolinians go to a doctor for regular check-ups and sick visits. Every health plan in the federal Marketplace offers essential health benefits, including doctor visits, preventive care, hospitalization, prescriptions and more.

Enrollment for the federal Marketplace ends Sunday, Dec. 15. Those who had coverage for 2019 through HealthCare. gov, should log in to their Marketplace account as soon as possible to review their options for 2020.

Factsheets on the Marketplace are available in English and Spanish.

North Carolinians seeking free, in-person assistance with enrollment can also visit the NC Navigator Consortium to find a local application assister or call the toll-free NC Navigator Helpline at 1-855-733-3711.

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CONCERT From Page 1A musicians are spirited, charismatic, and hard working. I especially want to recognize our Accompanist, Mike Sisk. He did a wonderful job.”

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In the future, they hope to recruit for those musicians from the local area.

If you missed the performance on Dec. 3, the Kings Mountain Community Chorus will perform again as part of the Kings

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Scenes from KM Home for Christmas Parade

Photos by Gary Smart

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KM PARADE From Page 1A Mountain Man William Rayfield and apple butter was made over a fire on the grounds.

Mayor Neisler shared,

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As the sun set, the City of Kings Mountain continued their Home for Christmas Celebration with a Downtown Holiday Market, Winter Wonderland, Fantasy Light Show on Railroad Avenue, and a walking tour of Christmas lights at Patriots Park.

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ONE FOR THE RECORD BOOK

Quintin Davidson makes a one-hand catch for KM’s first touchdown in Friday’s Western championship game at Charlotte Catholic.

Photos by Gary Smart

Kobe Paysour makes a great catch for an overtime TD in Friday’s Western 3A championship game at Charlotte Catholic.

Mountaineers fall to Catholic 56-49 in 7 OTs Kings Mountain’s Mountaineers made their way into the NCHSAA football record book Friday night at Charlotte Catholic, but it’s not a record they wanted.

A game that was tied 7-all at the end of regulation took seven overtimes to finish with the Cougars winning 56-49 and taking the Western Regional championship for the second straight season over the Mountaineers. It’s just the second time in NCHSAA history that a game has gone to seven OTs. Catholic broke a 49all tie to start the seventh overtime, then intercepted a KM pass in the end zone to earn a trip to Raleigh Saturday to face Southern Nash in the state title game.

The Cougars defeated the Mountaineers last year and went on to win the state.

“I thought we played well enough to win,” KM Coach Greg Lloyd said.

“Sometimes you just don’t

get the bounce of the ball.”

The two teams traded TDs for the first six OTs, but it was much harder during regulation as they finished the first 48 minutes tied at 7-all. The Mountaineers scored in the final seconds of the second quarter on a remarkable one-hand 14-yard pass reception by Quintin Davidson to get even after Catholic, aided by a 15-yard KM roughing the kicker penalty, drove the opening kickoff 80 yards to score on a nine yard run around left end by Paul Neel.

Kings Mountain’s defense had to stop the Cougars a couple of times to keep the game at 7-0. Late in the first quarter, a bad snap from center on a KM punt attempt sailed high over punter Triston Hannon’s head for a 30-yard team loss back to the 15 yard line.

But the Mountaineers stood tough, registering a sack to force a third and 21

at the 26, and then stopping Neel to bring up a fourth and 14 at the 18. A 35-yard field goal attempt was wide with 38.8 left in the first period.

The Cougars drove to the KM 26 later in the half but a sack by Chance Cannon and a delay of the game on Catholic forced a fourth and 22 at the 39 and they punted for a touchback.

Following a pass interception on the next KM series, Catholic took over at the KM 32 but the drive was halted at the 27 when DayDay Wilson and Cannon stopped Adam Franek for just two yards on a fourth and five from the 27.

Taking over with 3:19 on the first quarter clock, KM drove 75 yards to tie the score on Davidson’s reception. Ricaylen Mack, who would finish as the game’s top rusher with 147 yards, broke off tackle for a 34 yard run and a first down at the Catholic 41.

Facing fourth and seven

KM’s Rashaard Brooks runs behind the blocking of Bryce Fisher (9) and Michael Blanton in Friday’s state playoff game at Charlotte Catholic’s Jim Oddo Field.

from the 28, quarterback Ethan Reid hit Kobe Paysour for 18 yards and a first down at the ten. Following a four yard loss on a shovel pass, Reid hit Davidson for the TD at the back of the end zone.

Neither team made a serious scoring threat in the second half. OT started with KM on offense for the only time of the seven extra periods. After Mack carried twice to the one, Reid scored on a sneak and Austin Browning kicked the point-after to put KM up 14-7.

A questionable pass interference penalty on KM put Catholic on the seven yard line, and Neel carried it in on two plays the tie the score.

After Derek Wilson threw Neel for a three-yard loss on first down, Harrison Barnette hit Billy Brewer with a touchdown pass to put Catholic up 21-14.

A holding penalty on a carry by Mack made KM

Kobe Paysour leaves Catholic’s Paul Neel in the dust on reverse touchdown in Friday’s state semi-finals game in Charlotte.

7 Mountaineers All-Big South, Reid, Bagwell and Rice POYs first team All-BSC and the Defensive Lineman of the Year.

Joining them on the All-Conference team were athlete Kobe Paysour, junior linebacker Damien Wilson, senior defensive back James Ussery and senior Quintin Davidson as a second team wide receiver.

Other players of the year were Chris Richardson of Crest, defensive player of the year, and Holt Cloninger of Forestview, special teams player of the year. Nick Eddins of Crest was coach of the year.

Other all-BSC players

on the first team offense were running back Jalin Graham of Crest, linemen Jamari Adams of Ashbrook, Braxton Kale of Crest, Michael Harmon of Forestview and Nick Sharpe of Hunter Huss, and athletes TJ Ruff of Crest, Jamarion Dawkins of Forestview and Dontavious Nash of Huss.

Others on the first team defense were Chris Richardson of Crest, Elijah Neal of Huss, Arias Nash of Cramer, Jaycob Neely of Forestview, James Seigal of Huss, Trey Byers of Ashbrook, Jacob Brackett

of Huss, Keynez Jefferies of Crest and specialist Malik Corry of Huss.

Joining Davidson on the second team were Eli Hall, Deuante Jackson, Delone Willis and Nakevus Clyde of Crest, Anthony Dye and Zo Wallace of Huss, Graham Wiggins and Gabe Duff of Forestview, J’Don Sowell, Chandler Meeks and Kendall Massey of Ashbrook, Tyreese Morris, Carter Merrill and Nathan Linkous of Cramer and Colby Pruitt, Justin Dunovant and Brian Coley of North Gaston.

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Kings Mountain High placed seven players on the 2019 All-Big South 3A Conference football team that was announced yesterday.

Three of the Mountaineers were also named players of the year.

Junior quarterback Ethan Reid was selected as the first team quarterback and the Offensive Player of the Year.

Senior tackle DJ Bagwell was named first team All-Conference and Offensive Lineman of the Year.

Junior defensive end Javari Rice was named

plays to get the winning TD on a one-yard run by Neel, and the Cougars sealed the deal with an interception on first down.

Coach Lloyd applauded all of his players for a great effort.

“Our defense played really well the whole game,” he said. “In overtime there were several fourth downs but they just found a way to get it in the end zone. It’s hard to stop a team from 10 yards out.

“We did everything to give us a chance to win.

It just wasn’t meant to be. Our last pass hit Luke (Bishop) on the shoulder pad and they just got it.

They had been double covering Kobe and I noticed on the play before that they had left Luke open. I thought we could get the ball to him. As it turned out, they covered him tight.

“In one overtime we had them third and goal from 12 yards out and knew they See 7 OTs, Page 2B

start from the 20, but Reid immediately hit Bryce Fisher across the middle to tie the score.

In the third OT, Neel went off right tackle to put Catholic back on top, but Paysour made a spectacular catch on fourth down to tie it again at 28.

Catholic faced fourth and goal from the two, but Barnett took it in for a 35-28 lead for Catholic.

KM answered with Paysour going nine yards on a reverse.

Catholic regained the lead at 42-35 on a seven yard reception by Luke Louis, but Reid hit Rashaard Brooks with a nine-yard pass on second down to tie it at 42.

Jimmy Brewer’s seven-yard run put Catholic back up 49-42, but another outstanding move by Paysour resulted in a 10-yard reception to tie the game again. But that would the Mountaineers’ final tally.

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Mountaineers nip RS 55-50, girls lose 81-37 Kings Mountain’s defending Big South 3A Conference champions opened their basketball season last week at Donald L. Parker Gymnasium with a 55-50 victory over the 2A R-S Central Hilltoppers.

The game was close throughout with the Mountaineers on top 12-9 after the first quarter, 26-17 at halftime and 38-30 going into the fourth quarter.

The Lady Mountaineers weren’t as fortunate in the opener, losing their second straight game as the unbeaten (4-0) RS ladies rolled 81-37.

Weston Hughes led the KM men with 13 points.

The KM ladies were led by freshman Khalia King with 15 points. Sophomore

Brooke Ferree added 10 points and six rebounds, freshman Tyasia Bell seven points and five rebounds, and junior Kennedy Barnes five points and four boards.

RS Central was paced by Maddie Gillie’s 33 points, Jada Wilkins’ 24 and Joyasis Smith’s 13.

The KM teams were scheduled to go to Hickory last night but will be at home again Thursday against East Lincoln. They go to Clover on December 16 and open Big South Conference play December 17 at Stuart Cramer.

Girls action begins at 6 p.m., followed by the boys at 7:30.

Kings Mountain’s Javari Rice-Wilson takes down Catholic’s Billy Brewer in Friday’s state playoff game in Charlotte.

Photos by Gary Smart

MS wrestlers in final four in Tri-County Kings Mountain Middle’s wrestling team went into the Tri-County Conference’s championship tournament yesterday at West Lincoln after defeating North Lincoln 80-20 Thursday to wrap up the regular season with a 9-1 conference and 10-1 overall record.

The Patriots were to wrestle Crest in the opening round, with the winner advancing to the championship against the winner of the West Lincoln-Shelby match.

Winning matches for the Patriots against North Lincoln were Cody Wright, Will Varner, Max Tomberlin, CJ

Houser, Turner Brown, Chase Smith, Adam Phillips, Robert Kendrick, Mason Demetro, Colton Mayes, Waylon Yelton, Canyon Evans, Alex Jackson and Zaylen Ramos.

On the previous Tuesday, the Patriots defeated Lincolnton 72-28 to guarantee a spot in the conference playoffs.

KM winners were Cody Wright, Will Varner, J.J. Culp, Turner Brown, Chance Habel, Gabe Dibruno, Chase Smith, Robert Kendrick, Adam Phillips, Waylon Yelton, Canyon Evans, Alex Jackson and Zaylen Ramos.

MS volleyball in final four in conference Kings Mountain Middle’s girls volleyball team was scheduled to host Crest in the opening round of the Tri-County Conference playoffs yesterday after finishing the regular season with a 10-0 conference and 12-0 overall record.

The Lady Patriots finished off that perfect regular season last week with wins over Lincolnton and North Lincoln.

The KM ladies shutout Lincolnton Tuesday 25-16, 25-5, 25-11 and defeated North Lincoln Thursday 1525, 25-9, 25-15, 25-10.

Against Lincolnton, Myracle Davis had 11 kills and six blocks; Camden Pasour 17 assists, 11 aces, four digs and two kills; Jessie Ozmore seven assists, one ace,

12 digs and four kills; Sara Kate Bridges 16 digs and eight aces; Addi Peeler 22 digs, one kill and one ace; and Mary Grace Hogue four kills and six digs.

Against North Lincoln, Myracle Davis had 11 kills, five blocks, four aces and six digs; Camden Pasour 16 assists, eight aces, eight digs and four kills; Jessie Ozmore nine assists, 16 digs and four kills; Taylor Buchanan 16 digs and three aces; Caroline Moss 11 digs and one ace; Addi Peeler 37 digs, one kill and seven aces; Mary Grace Hogue three kills and 10 digs; London Brown two kills, two blocks and five digs; and Alexa Jones three kills and 11 digs.

Kings Mountain’s Chazz Armstrong, who played at Charlotte Catholic his freshman year, closes in on the Cougars’ Ty Foley (8).

7 OTs From Page 1B were going to throw two passes and they got a pass interference and a first down.

The bounce of the ball just didn’t go our way. There were two fumbles in the middle of the field but we didn’t get either one of them. Penalties hurt us at times. It’s sort of frustrating to play well enough to win and then not do it. But it was an exciting game. The people got their money’s worth. It was really intense.

“It was an even matchup and I wish we could have won it. Our rallying call next year is that we want to play them at home. We don’t want to have any away games. We’ll have to find a kicker and punter but most of these guys coming back have played a

lot of football. We will have a lot of senior leaders next year.

“It was a good season. I am really proud of the players. They all worked hard and we peaked at the right time.

“I appreciate the support of the community and for them coming out like they did. That inspired the players to be really good. After the holidays we’ll get back in the weight room and get them outside about the first of May. It will be next season before you know it.

Summing up the season, Lloyd noted “football’s a long haul, but it’s fun. We have good players and good kids.

We look forward to another great season and getting this bad taste out of our mouths.

We’ve had 12-win seasons the last three years and four of the last five. And, it always feels good to beat Shelby!”

Kobe Paysour leaves Catholic’s Paul Neel in the dust on reverse touchdown in Friday’s state semi-finals game in Charlotte.

Hey diddle diddle, it’s Ricaylen Mack up the middle for some of his 147 yards rushing in Friday’s 56-49 loss to Charlotte Catholic in the Western Regional championship game at CC’s Keefer Stadium.

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KM RUSHING Rashaard Brooks 7-14, Ricaylen Mack 25-147, Ethan Reid 4-4, Kobe Paysour 1-9, Team 2-(-36).

KM PASSING Ethan Reid 13-22-2-126.

KM RECEIVING Quintin Davidson 1-14, Kobe Paysour 6-64, Bryce Fisher 2-37, Luke Bishop 1-7, Rashaard Brooks 2-3.

FIRST QUARTER CC – 5:38 – Paul Neel 7 run (Grant Wood kick). 80-yd. drive of opening kickoff, aided by fourth down roughing the kicker penalty.

Neel 6-47 rushing.

SECOND QUARTER KM – 0:23.1 – Quintin Davidson, 15 pass from Ethan Reid (Austin Browning kick). 75-yard drive after DayDay Wilson and Chance Cannon stopped Adam Franek short on a fourth and five run at the KM 25. Mack 3-33 rushing, Kobe Paysour 18-yard catch on a fourth down play from the CC 28.

FIRST OVERTIME KM – Reid, 1 run (Browning kick) followed two runs by Mack for nine yards.

CC – Neel 2 run (Wood kick). Set up by pass interference call on KM. SECOND OVERTIME C – Billy Brewer, 13 pass from Harrison Barnette (Wood kick).

KM – Bryce Fisher, 20 pass from Reid after KM holding penalty.

THIRD OVERTIME C – Neel 4 run (Wood kick).

KM – Kobe Paysour 4 pass from Reid (Browning kick). Set up by three runs for six yards by Mack.

FOURTH OVERTIME C – Barnette, 2 run on fourth down (Wood kick). Set up by three runs for eight yards by Neil.

KM – Paysour, 9-run on reverse (Browning kick).

FIFTH OVERTIME C – Luke Louis, 7 pass from Barnette (Wood kick).

KM – Rashaard Brooks 9 pass from Reid (Browning kick).

SIXTH OVERTIME CC – Brewer 7 run (Wood kick).

KM – Paysour, 10 pass from Reid (Browning kick).

SEVENTH OVERTIME CC – Neel 1 run on fourth down (Wood kick).

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SPORTS THIS WEEK Wed., Dec. 11 5:30 – High school wrestling, Kings Mountain at Bessemer City vs. Bradford Prep and Thomas Jefferson.

Thurs., Dec. 12 4 p.m. – High school swimming, Hunter Huss, North Gaston at Ashbrook at Kings Mountain.

5:30 p.m. – High school wrestling, Kings Mountain at Burns Quad vs. Burns, Ashbrook and Gaffney.

6 p.m., High school basketball, East Lincoln at Kings Mountain Mon., Dec. 16

6 p.m. – High school basketball, Kings Mountain at Clover, SC. Tues., Dec. 17 4 p.m. – High school swimming, Forestview, Stuart Cramer and Ashbrook at Kings Mountain.

5:30 – High school wrestling, Kings Mountain at Catawba Ridge Tri. 6 p.m. – High school basketball, Kings Mountain at Stuart Cramer Wed., Dec. 18 5:30 – High school wrestling, Weddington and Bradford Prep at Kings Mountain.

Tony Beaver wins two golf matches Tony Beaver was the winner in both Cleveland County Senior Men’s Golf Association matches last week.

He shot a four-under 68 to take Thursday’s match at Kings Mountain Country Club. Alvin Campbell took low net with a 60 (84-24).

Bill Champion was closest to the pin on #5 and

Claude Lucas sank the longest putt on 18.

Beaver shot a one-over 73 to win Tuesday’s match at Deer Brook.

Dicky Neely (84-16) and Tim Nanke (91-23) tied for low net with 68s.

Neely won the playoff with a par on #9.

Tony Beaver was closest to the pin on 12.

Grover Christmas Parade

By Loretta Cozart Town of Grover’s Christmas Parade was on Saturday, December 7 at 11 am. The Grover Christmas parade featured 55 entries this year including George Melton, World War II veteran serving as grand marshal. Other entries included Grover Mayor and elected

officials, Sheriff Alan Norman, Senator Ted Alexander, Kings Mountain High School Marching Band, Ed Brown’s Rodeo and, of course, Santa! Last week’s Herald incorectly identified George Melton as a Vietnam War veteran. We regret the error.

Better Business Bureau warns travelers about Juice Jacking Just in time for the holiday season, scammers have found a new way to get your tinsel in a tangle.

It’s called juice-jacking.

As if the stress and chaos of shopping and traveling isn’t enough, this new scam is popping up in airports, hotels and shopping malls.

The scam is tied into our dependence on our smartphones. Say, after a long day of traveling and surviving the hustle and bustle of gift searching, you take a glance at your phone to notice your battery is drained. A dead cell phone is pretty much useless and is a nightmare when you are away from home trying to get things done.

BBB warns holiday travelers and shoppers about juice jacking. This is how it works: your phone is dead but, lucky you, there’s a convenient USB charging station nearby. You plug in to charge up — and breathe a sigh of relief watching the battery power increase bit by bit. But what no one can see is what’s on the other end of the USB cable.

USB cables allow for smartphones to charge up, but they also allow for the transfer of data. This is risky business when that data ends up in malicious hands. Con-artists have developed a way to convert these charging stations into data-transfer ports. Malicious devices may be hidden behind the kiosk.

In juice jacking two things can happen once you’ve plugged in: First,

malware can be injected into the device. Malware is a virus that can affect phones in many ways, including locking up your phone and holding it hostage. It also gives hackers access to the personal data stored on your phone.

Alternatively, but equally harmful, personal information can be extracted. When plugging in via USB, your phone will want to sync with the device you’re connected to. The process of pairing means copying over your personal data which includes, photos, contacts and account information.

Neither one of these outcomes is good news for you or your phone. But have no fear, here’s what you can do to avoid it: When in public, charge your phone from a wall outlet using the power adapter. Avoid charging via USB cables, especially those connected to charging stations. Consider purchasing and bringing a personal power charger with you for long travel days. This keeps everything in your own hands.

Pay attention to alerts popping up on your phone.

Once you plug in, you may get asked Trust this computer? With the tap of a button you can block or allow access to your data.

Make sure you are updating your phone’s software.

Often, these updates include security patches that make your device more secure.

East Elementary's Good News Club has been working hard for food donations to help out a few local families for the holidays. Pictured L-R: Lathan McCurry, Audrina Jones, Mason McCurry. Back row L-R: Palmer Phillips, Peyton Wood, Avery Bell, and Lucas Hensley.

Cane Mill Road featured

Earl Scruggs Center Bluegrass Christmas The Earl Scruggs Center featured Cane Mill Road on December 7 at 6:30 pm at 103 S. Lafayette Street in downtown Shelby. The Court Square was aglow with its traditional Christmas lights as guest entered the center and were welcomed by Executive Director Mary Beth Martin and the Scruggs Center staff.

After dinner, Martin introduced Cane Mill Road, a young bluegrass band made up of four young men from Deep Gap, NC who are still in college.

Don’t let their young age fool you; their skill and commanding stage presence far exceeds their age.

Think of a young Steep Canyon Rangers or Nickel Creek, then mix in the on-stage energy of Billy Strings and homespun rapport of Balsam Range — that’s Cane Mill Road.

The Billboard-charting artists are the youngest to garner an IBMA Momentum Band-ofthe-Year nomination in 2018 and were nominated in 2019 for IBMA’s Momentum Bandof-the-Year Award. In addition, the 17-year old leader of the band and mandolin/fiddle player Liam Purcell, and banjo player Tray Wellington were both nominated for Momentum Instrumentalist-of-the-Year.

As the group performed, they wove stories mixed with humor, endearing themselves to those in attendance. They played old standards and unique compilations from Little Sadie, to White Freightliner, to the Wreck of the Edmond Fitzgerald. Their hot licks and haunting harmonies tell the stories shared in the bluegrass tradition that transcends gener-

The Earl Scruggs Center Great Hall is an inviting intimate venue for performances.

Photo Loretta Cozart ations.

Around the room, the audience could be seen tapping toes, rocking with the music, and enjoying a wonderful evening at the Earl Scruggs Center.

“We were so glad to have Cane Mill Road with us for A Bluegrass Christmas. It is amazing how much young talent there is in bluegrass music, and this band is one of the best examples out there of young people respecting the tradition and putting their own creative, modern mark on it. For an intimate dinner and concert event, we want to present our guests with the finest musicians, and Cane Mill Road certainly fits the bill,” said Martin.

“I’ve heard feedback from the guests who attended A Bluegrass Christmas and it has all been positive. People really enjoyed the socializing, food, and music in a festive holiday environment. Our out-of-town guests had wonderful things to say about the Center and the beauty and charm of Uptown

Cane Mill Road is an up-and-coming bluegrass band from Deep Gap, NC. Shelby and our local guests enjoyed talking with one another and getting to know new people,” she said.

If you have the chance to hear Can Mill Road live, don’t miss the opportunity. These young musicians will no doubt be filling large venues around the country, much like the

Who Makes Christmas?

By Dr. Glenn Mollette As we approach Christmas day let's take a moment to salute the grand women of Christmas.

My wife knocks herself out preparing for events like Thanksgiving and Christmas. She started preparing the Thanksgiving meal two weeks in advance and for sure we had a feast. For some time now she has been in charge of locating the right Christmas gift for children and grandchildren and most anyone else.

She also wraps the gifts and has the wheels turning for our Christmas meal. Let me stop everything here and interject that I have presented myself front and center many times for helping wrap gifts and even

preparing the meal. However, my wrapping and cooking do not "meet up to muster," as we used to say in the country.

My mom worked hard cooking and wrapping and decorating the Christmas tree.

The mother of my two sons loved Christmas and always knocked herself out cooking, shopping and wrapping. I remember my grandmother Hinkle slaving over a stove and my hat is off to my two sisters and deceased mother's in law who did so much to make Christmas meaningful for family and friends. Trust me here I don't want to leave anyone out.

Hear me I am not slighting the men of Christmas. My dad, Joseph and Jesus all count big time. Many men cook, wrap gifts and shop. I've done all

of that. For twelve years my now deceased first wife could do nothing because of multiple sclerosis. Whatever was done was on me. Looking back I know I was sorely lacking when it came to pulling it altogether. I simply had to do the best I could and my best wasn't all that great really.

I wonder how many moms and women feel this way. I wonder how women cook their brains out and wrap to exhaustion, clean house and try to make Christmas wonderful and then feel like nobody gives a dang or appreciates what they have done? I bet plenty do.

Don't let this happen this year.

Praise them! Thank the dear souls who knock themselves out to try to make Christmas happen - for you and your

Avett Brothers do now.

The Earl Scruggs Center’s Great Hall is an inviting venue, allowing guests an intimate setting to enjoy the artists. As guests left the performance, they could be heard thanking the staff for a wonderful meal and excellent evening of entertainment.

loved ones.

Mary the mother of Jesus went through a lot. When she became pregnant and still a virgin, who bought her story?

Not many. Joseph did and he married her and took care of her and the new baby Jesus.

However, starting out as a young mother with so many unknowns and the hardships that came with an unexpected pregnancy in that day were not easy. The Bible says, "But Mary treasured up all these things and pondered them in her heart." For most of her life before and after the birth of Jesus, she carried a heavy load.

Keep the love, kindness and praise flowing this Christmas - especially for those dear women who often carry a heavy load. Often they are the ones who really make Christmas.

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Battle of Kings Mountain Chapter SAR program hears Professor speak and inducts new member examples of this as far back as 1765, ten years before the fighting began in the Revolution. The battle of Kings Mountain was a noteworthy example of the Patriots’ use of the long rifle and Native American battle tactics. Dr. Summers is a retired colonel in the U.S. Army. He moved to Belmont to teach at Belmont Abby. He moved his membership in the SAR from Seattle, where he

served as President, and is now a member of the Kings Mountain Chapter.

The Chapter was honored to induct Andy Hatcher into the SAR. Mr. Hatcher, a resident of Gaston County, was sworn in and received the Washington Ribbon, consisting of the colors of George Washington’s headquarters. Mr. Hatcher is retired from Gaston County Schools.

The Society of the Sons

of the American Revolution is a non-profit national organization dedicated to honor those ancestors who fought for our independence. The SAR supports educational and patriotic activities. Fifteen U.S. Presidents have been members, If you would like more information about the SAR, please call Steve Marlowe at 704-739-2775 and email smhistory@yahoo.com.

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Steve Marlowe presenting Andy Hatcher with SAR membership certificate.

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The Battle of Kings Mountain Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution met on Tuesday, November 12, in Kings Mountain.

Dr. Clark Summers spoke about the evolution of technology and military tactics which helped the Patriots win the Revolution. The emergence of the Pennsylvania long rifle challenged the British in a totally new mode of warfare. He gave

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Special concert featuring artists TG Sheppard, Janie Fricke, Billy “Crash” Craddock, and Darin and Brooke Aldridge The Earl Scruggs Center is pleased to present Remembering Earl: A special evening of music with TG Sheppard, Janie Fricke, Billy “Crash” Craddock, and Darin and Brooke Aldridge on February 1, 2020 at 7:00 pm. The concert will be held at Shelby High School’s Malcolm Brown Auditorium, followed by a VIP reception at the Earl Scruggs Center.

This year, the Earl Scruggs Center is delighted to present TG Sheppard as host and emcee of this “Grand Ole Opry” style show featuring a line-up of Grammy nominated and award-winning artists. With 8 number one hits and 24 top 10 hits, TG Sheppard is ranked among the top 100 country artists of all time and is one of the most popular live performers on tour today.

Janie Fricke has gone from Indiana farm girl to internationally acclaimed recording artist throughout her career. With 12 number one hits and 23 top 10 hits, Fricke’s sound and personality have captivated audiences around the world. She has won many awards, including the prestigious Country Music Association’s Female Vocalist of the Year, and her hits include the songs Don’t Worry ‘ Bout Me Baby, He’s a Heartache, and Your Heart’s Not In It. A native North Carolinian, Billy Crash Craddock, was raised on old gospel standards, folk tunes, and country legends. Now a legend himself with 9 number one hits and 24 top 10 hits, Craddock has achieved every one of his career goals.

He has performed on the Grand Ole Opry, has donated memorabilia to the Country Music Hall of Fame, and has played to sold-out crowds around the world.

Husband and wife duo Darin and Brooke Aldridge are one of the most beloved and successful acts on the bluegrass scene. They have

placed several tracks at the top of the charts on Roots, SiriusXM, Bluegrass, and Gospel charts. In 2017, Darin was named the IBMA’s Momentum Mentor of the Year and Brooke is the reigning three-time IBMA Female Vocalist of the Year. Darin and Brooke are quickly becoming regulars on the Grand Ole Opry, having appeared 22 times, with many more to come.

Their album Inner Journey debuted in October at #2 on Billboard’s Bluegrass chart.

General Admission tickets are $27.50 – $47.50 and can be purchased through the Don Gibson Theatre by visiting their website www. dongibsontheatre.com or by calling 704.487.8114. VIP packages are $125 per package and can be purchased from the Earl Scruggs Center by calling 704.487.6233.

VIP packages include one VIP concert seat and admission to the VIP reception at the Earl Scruggs Center following the concert.

About the Earl Scruggs Center The Earl Scruggs Center combines the life story of legendary five-string banjo master and Cleveland County native, Earl Scruggs, with the unique and engaging story of the history and cultural traditions of the region in which Mr. Scruggs was born and raised. The Earl Scruggs Center explores Mr. Scruggs’ innovative career and the community that gave it shape while celebrating how he crossed musical boundaries and defined the voice of the banjo to the world. Mr. Scruggs embraced tradition while also adapting to the changing times and looking toward the future—themes which resonate throughout the Center.

Engaging exhibits, special event space and programming provide a uniquely rich experience for visitors.

Regular hours of operation are Tuesday 10 am - 4 pm, Wednesday 10 am - 6 pm and Thursday - Saturday 10 am - 4 pm. Learn more about the Earl Scruggs Center: Music & Stories from the American South and upcoming events and programs by calling 704-487-6233 or visiting www.earlscruggscenter.org.

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DANNY’S AUTOWERKS. Buying used or junk cars. Competitive prices. Call Jimmy, 828289-1175 or 828-247-1070.

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FARM & GARDEN 8N TRACTOR. 1950 Ford 8N tractor. Needs some work.

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58 TO 78 ACRES. Horse farm within 5 miles of Tryon Equestrian Center. Call 864909-1035.

CKC REGISTERED GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES. Will be 6 weeks old Christmas. 4 solid white puppies, 3 black & fawn, $300 each. Will hold until ready. Call (704) 466-3135

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

2013 TOYOTA CAMRY XLE, White, sunroof, power windows & heated leather seats, Michelin tires, 13,878 miles, like new condition. $15,700. Please leave message (704) 466-5908

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211 North Morgan Street, Shelby, NC 28150 (704) 4827723 HICKORY CREEK APARTMENTS FOR SENIORS. (62 and older), disabled (50 and older). Shelby. Now taking applications for waiting list. EHO. 418 East Warren Street Shelby, NC 28150 (704) 487-6354 2&3 BEDROOM MOBILE HOMES. Nice and clean, water furnished. Oak Grove Community, Kings Mtn. Call or text, 704-739-0259.

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LAWNDALE HOUSE. 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath, central H/A, 20x20 garage. $700 month plus deposit. No pets. (704) 312-6346

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