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December 26, 2018

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Court of Appeals affirms trial court ruling in property dispute By 3-0 vote a three judge panel of the North Carolina Court of Appeals has affirmed a trial court’s order of March 14, 2018 and denied Brinkley Properties motion for summary judgment in a property dispute at the center of a two-year-old civil lawsuit between 15 property owners.

The City of Kings Mountain and Orchard Trace, a proposed 120-acre housing development along Kings Mountain Boulevard and Margrace Road touted to be a $32 million dollar investment in multi-family housing.

City Attorney Mickey Corry said oral arguments

before the Court of Appeals took place Nov. 15, 2018 and the appellate court filed its ruling Dec. 18. “This is a quick response,’’ Corry reported to city council Dec. 18.

The opinion was only 10 pages in length, which is interesting, because the file that has accumulated is a couple feet thick.

The issue was finally narrowed down to two real issues that Brinkley Properties and others were asking for review by the North Carolina Court of Appeals. Specifically, the Court of Appeals ruled the adjacent property owners ‘’failed to allege that a zoning ordinance adopted

by the city directly limits the use of their own land or otherwise results in an actual or imminent concrete and particularized injury and that the change of the property from residential to conditional use did not constitute an act of actionable injury.’’

Several adjacent property owners provided affidavits stating concerns on traffic, potential impact of water resources in the area and loss of land value. The panel said the affidavits are unsupported by direct evidence and merely plaintiff’s concerns over possible interference with their enjoyment of their property.

Corry said that one of

the major findings was that the plaintiffs did not have proper standing to even bring the lawsuit. “What really is your injury? What are you really contending? questions asked of plaintiffs Brinkley Properties of Kings Mountain, LLC, Jerry Moore, Carolyn Moore, Don Baber, Gail Baber, Barry Rikard, Jenny Rikard, Stephanie Short, Shane Short, Alice White, Mabel Moore, Mike Whitehead, Elizabeth Whitehead, Leonard White, George Greer and Mary Greer. Plaintiff appellants were represented by Parker Poe Adams Bernstein, LLP,

by Charles C. Meeker and Nicolas E. Tosco.

Representing the defendant City of Kings Mountain were the Corry Law Firm

by Clayward C. Corry Jr. and Sigmon, Clark, Mackie, Harvey & Ferrell, P. A, by Forrest A. Ferrell and Jason White. Representing defendant - appellant Orchard Trace of Kings Mountain were Moore and Van Allen PLLC, by David Fox and Benjamin F. Leighton Orchard Trace submitted a rezoning application to the Planning & Economic Development Department on Nov. 7, 2016.

The application requested that 120 acres of land owned

by Orchard Trace be rezoned from residential to condi-

tional use so the developer could proceed with plans to develop multi-family market rate apartments, active living housing, neighborhood offices, retail space, and single-family detached homes on the property.

Steve Killian, then director of the city department, determined that the application was complete and com plied with Kings Mountain zoning ordinances. The application was presented to the planning and zoning board at a public meeting on Dec. 13, 2016 and the board voted to recommend that City Council, which has final say in See DISPUTE, Page 7A

Ford withdraws rezoning request at Dec. 18 City Council meeting

By Loretta Cozart A public hearing was held during the December 18, 2018 City Council Meeting to consider a rezoning request on property located at 201 East King Street (KM Map 4, Blk 6, Lot 16 PIN#350310398).

Property owner Ted Ford requested it be rezoned from Neighborhood Business to Conditional Use Zoning of General Business to allow Neighborhood Business Zoning District uses along with an Upholstery Business.

However, the request was later withdrawn because the tenant was no longer interested in leasing the property. The motion to allow the applicant to withdraw the request was made by Councilman Jay Rhodes and the vote was unanimous.

In other business, City

Council considered adopting the preliminary plat for Churchill Pointe Subdivision – Case No. MS-1-11-18.

The first five lots had already been platted and a remaining lot was divided into nine lots.

The property is bounded by Washington Street, Churchill Drive and Ware Street. This request had prior approval of the Zoning and Planning Board.

There is no request for new streets and sidewalks are not required. Councilman Tommy Hawkins made the motion to accept the preliminary plat and the vote was unanimous.

Council discussed possible action regarding the City entering into a contract with Republic Waste Services from February 1, 2019 through June 2019 and then from month-to-month. The

prior vendor, Sonoco, went out of business and the City needs an interim service until they decide the best way to handle recycling going forward.

“Recycling isn’t what it used to be. Tons of plastic is being banked. We are being forced to make changes and we’ve got to do something,” Mayor Pro-tem Rodney Gordon said. “We have got to better educate our citizens on what needs to be recycled, because those items have changed dramatically over time.”

Gordon made the motion the City engage Republic Waste services beginning in February 1, 2019 through June 2019 and then from month-to-month until a better solution can be found. The vote was unanimous.

Wal-Mart Neighborhood Market Manager Justin Delph and his staff helping prepare for the food drive on December 17. Wal-Mart collected over 200 bags of food which were donated by customers. (Photo provided)

Patrick Senior Center food drive a success

By Loretta Cozart The holidays can be a difficult time for folks, especially for those living on a limited income. The H. Lawrence Patrick Senior Center has a history of helping seniors in need, and this year at Christmas they were able to help raise food for over 200 families, thanks to support from local businesses and the community.

Detective Josh Bryant, SRO Hannah Yarborough, Lt. Todd McDougal, Cpl. Keith Davis, Landon Hulsey, Officer Brent Herndon and Detective Paul Alexander with the toys collected during the 2018 Kings Mountain Police Department Christmas Toy Run and Bicycle Drive.

(Photo provided)

KM Police Department toy drive Kings Mountain Police Department’s 2018 Christmas Toy Run and Bicycle Drive ended on December 18, 2018. Tuesday after-

noon, families streamed into the Police Department to pick up their children’s Christmas gifts.

Through the combined efforts of Murphey’s 24th Annual Toy Run, Camper’s Inn RV 3rd Annual Holiday Bike Drive, the Kings

Mountain Police Department and the citizens of Kings Mountain, 120 Kings Mountain children will have a wonderful Christmas this year. Twenty-six bicycles and hundreds of toys were distributed during the afternoon.

It all started from a phone conversation between Patrick Senior Center Director Tabitha Thomas and Wal-Mart Neighborhood Market Manager Justin Delph. They discussed possible partnership opportunities and Justin said they were looking for a volunteer opportunity. That’s where the magic began. Other businesses like Food Lion and Ingles came on board,

along with City of Kings Mountain Departments including City Hall, Public Works and the Mauney Memorial Library. Momentum grew, and donations began to pour in.

On Monday, December 17, Wal-Mart employees, led by Delph, came to the Patrick Center with a huge load of food to add to the growing collection, and See FOOD, Page 7A

Are you OK? Are you OK? That’s what the Cleveland County Sheriff’s Department will be asking older adults, disabled persons and shut-ins in a free telephone calling service you can sign up for now.

“We are renewing this computerized system which will call each enrolled subscriber every day of the

year at the same time of the day during the morning between 7:30 and 11:30 a.m.

The subscriber can choose the time he/she wants to be called.

The calling system has been upgraded from past years and is not intended to take the place of Lifeline, Life phone or any other service a person is now using.

This is how it works.

When the subscriber picks up the phone he or she will hear a voice message asking “Are you OK?”If the subscriber fails to answer the phone, if there is a busy signal several times in a row, the computer immediately notifies the law enforcement dispatcher See OK, Page 7A

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Wednesday, December 26, 2018

■ POLICE ARRESTS Joseph Gunn II, no address given, felony traffic methamphetamine, felony traffic cocaine, felony possession with intent to distribute cocaine, possession with intent to manufacture and sell MDA/MDMA, possession of drug paraphernalia, possession of stolen firearm, order for arrest failure to appear, $315,500 bond.

According to police reports, the defendant was arrested and incarcerated in the York County Detention Facility and signed a waiver of extradition, picked by by KM police and transported to the Cleveland County Annex.

Dietric Antonia Graves, Charlotte, DWI, license restriction violation, $2,500 unsecured bond.

Laparis Carothers, Kings Mountain, consume alcohol, $500 secured bond.

Brittany Nelser, Kings Mountain, failure to appear, $2,000 secured bond.

Rebecca Heath, Kings Mountain, felony possession with intent to manufacture and sell, sell and deliver, $1,500 secured bond.

Jaroy Brown, Kings Mountain, failure to appear on driving while license revoked, failure to wear seat belt, $2,000 secured bond.

Donald Barrino, Kings Mountain, two counts failure to appear on driving while license revoked, $1,000 secured bond.

Dylon Sims, Kings Mountain, misdemeanor driving while license revoked, $500 bond.

Ashley Sellers, Kings Mountain, misdemeanor simple possession Schedule VI, no bond.

Brittany Nelson, Kings Mountain, misdemeanor possession, possession of stolen goods, $2,000 secured bond.

Shymell Collins, Kings Mountain, misdemeanor order for arrest for failure to appear, $500 secured bond.

Jeremy Oxendine, Indian Trail, driving while license revoked, simple possession of marijuana, $1,000 written promise.

Christopher Black, Dallas, driving while license revoked, $2,500 secured bond.

CITATIONS Deberah Williams, Gastonia, driving while license revoked, unsafe movement.

Amanda Coward, Kings Mountain, public disturbance.

Jose Sappia, Kings Mountain, driving without a license.

Troy Thennis, Kings Mountain, failure to stop for school bus.

Joshua Watts, Grover, parking in a fire lane.

Sherilyn Toms, Kings Mountain, failure to yield right of way.

Travis Patterson, Kings Mountain, expired registration plate, expired inspection certificate.

William Carpenter Jr, Kings Mountain, driving

while license revoked.

Todd Wiles, Kings Mountain, driving left of center.

Otero Floriberto, Shelby, driving without license.

Tyler Beason, Shelby, driving while license revoked.

Jason Williamson, Kings Mountain, driving while license revoked.

Carolyn Robichaw-Williamson, Charlotte, aiding and abetting driving while license revoked.

INCIDENTS Jason Belcher, Kings Mountain, reported larceny of a phone valued at $98.

Keisha Murrell, Gastonia, reported that someone used a blunt object to break windows out of her vehicle that was parked at 110 Kings Road. Damage was $600.

Roses, Shelby Rd., reported larceny of hair clippers.

Jennifer Hall, Monroe Ave., reported that someone broke into her vehicle and stole a pocket book, wallet, driver’s license, credit cards, money, social security cards, Ibuprofen and insurance cards.

Bobby Bridges, Kings Mountain, reported identity theft.

State of NC reported felonious possession of a controlled substance at a home on Alpine Dr. Mark Howell, Sharon, SC, reported larceny of a $300 Iphone from a convenience store on Linwood Rd. Bank of OZK, Kings Mountain, reported bank fraud. According to the police report, someone deposited money from a stolen check and then withdrew the money.

Love’s Fish Box, Shelby Rd., reported a break-in and larceny of $300. There was also $300 damage to an exterior door window pane.

Cardinal Construction Group LLC, Bank of the Ozarks, and George Anthony Ruppe reported that someone stole a check belonging to Cardinal Construction without permission, forged and cashed it.

Jonell Gass, Kings Mountain, reported fraud by someone calling her on the phone and having her send cash.

WRECKS Vehicles driven by Courtney Bryant of Bessemer City and Victoria Fanger of Shelby struck on Phifer Rd. near Southwoods Dr. Damage to the Bryant vehicle was $20,000 and damage to the Fanger vehicle was $15,000.

Vehicles driven by Jeffery Williams Jr. and Roger Arrowood, both of Kings Mountain, struck on US 74 Business at Hwy. 216.

Damage to the Williams vehicle was $4,000 and damage to the Arrowood vehicle was $3,000.

Vehicles driven by Emilee Klemas and Tyrone Adams, both of Kings Mountain, struck on 74

Business at NC 216. Damage to the Klemas vehicle was $1,000 and damage to the Adams vehicle was $1,500.

Vehicles driven by Audra Smith and Timothy Fletcher, both of Kings Mountain, struck on Lackey St. at Piedmont Ave. Damage to the Smith vehicle was $4,000 and damage to the Fletcher vehicle was $1,000.

A vehicle driven by Andrew Grindall of Kings Mountain hit a deer on North Sims at Mitchell St. Damage to the vehicle was $1,500.

Vehicles driven by Matthew Humphrey of Grover and Doris Cloninger of Kings Mountain struck on NC 216 at Gold St. Damage to the Humphrey vehicle was $1,000 and damage to the Cloninger vehicle was $2,500.

A vehicle driven by Brandie ONeill of Kings Mountain struck a tree on US 74 at Phifer Rd. Damage to the vehicle was $4,000.

Vehicles driven by Sherilyn Toms of Kings Mountain and Da’Shon Guest of Bessemer City struck on NC 161 and Branch St. Damage to the Toms vehicle was $8,000 and damage to the Guest vehicle was $4,000. Toms was charged with failure to yield right of way.

A vehicle driven by Eric Hatten of Grover ran off the road due to snowy conditions and hit a guard rain on I85. Damage to the vehicle was $10,000.

Vehicles driven by Timothy Fletcher of Kings Mountain and Rose Dixon of Grover stuck on Ramseur St. at Park Dr. Damage to each vehicle was $1,000.

A vehicle driven by Leroy Young of Gastonia ran off the road on NC 161 due to snowy conditions and jackknifed, causing $2,500 damage.

A vehicle driven by Zachary Ridenhour hit a patch of ice and flipped several times on I85 at mile marker 10. Damage to the vehicle was $5,000.

Vehicles driven by Kenneth Reginald Moss and Maricela Soto, both of Kings Mountain, struck on US 74 and Roxford Rd. Damage to the Moss vehicle was $5,000 and damage to the Soto vehicle was $10,000. Moss was cited for failure to yield right of way, and Soto was cited for no operator’s license.

Injured were taken by EMS to Caromont Medical Center, Gastonia.

Vehicles driven by Karen Burris and Erica Green, both of Kings Mountain, struck on Galilee Church Rd. near NC 161. Damage to the Burris vehicle was $3,000 and damage to the Green vehicle was $1,500.

KM Christmas and New Year holiday adjusted trash pickup schedule The City was closed Monday and Tuesday December 24th and 25th in observance of the Christmas Holiday.

Garbage service for the week of 12/23 – 12/29 is as follows: Monday’s and Tuesday’s garbage will be picked up on Wednesday, Wednesday’s garbage will be picked up on Thursday and Thursday’s on Friday.

Recycling service will be changed as follows: Routes 1 & 2 will be picked up on

Wednesday, Routes 3 & 4 on Thursday, and Route 5 on Friday.

Garbage service for the week of 12/30 – 1/5 will be as follows. Monday’s garbage will be on its regular schedule. Tuesday’s thru Thursday’s routes will be on a one-day delay.

Recycling service will be changed as follows: Routes 6 will be picked up on Monday, Routes 7 & 8 will be picked up Wednesday, Route 9, Thursday and

Route 10, Friday.

Live Christmas trees can be placed at the curb with all lights and ornaments removed and will be picked up by the limb truck and mulched.

Artificial trees will be considered as road-side debris and will be subject to the $20.00 per pick-up truck load fee.

For more information, contact the Public Works Department at 704-7340735.

BARRETT

COOKE

HAGER

LACKEY

Three arrested and two wanted Week of December 17th Arrestees Five individuals face various charges in Cleveland County.

Samantha Nicole Barrett DOB: 09/21/1975 - 10317 Elru Drive - Shelby, ($20,000 Secured Bond), PWISD Methamphetamine (3 Counts), Sell / Deliver Methamphetamine (3 Counts).

Ashley Leann Lackey DOB: 05/12/1985, 2236 Lincolnton Hwy. - Cherryville, ($8,000 Secured Bond), Possession with Intent to Sell / Deliver Methamphetamine, Sell / Deliver Methamphetamine.

Allison Marie Edwards DOB: 11/24/1987, 111

R&W Drive - Lawndale, ($1,000 Secured Bond), Simple Possession of Morphine, Simple Possession of Oxycodone Week of December 17th Wanted Persons James Robert Cooke DOB: 2/03/1989 - 111 R&W Drive - Lawndale , Possession of Drug Paraphernalia Luther Gene Hager Jr. DOB: 04/29/1968 - 312 El Bethel Road - Kings Mountain, PWISD Methamphetamine (3 Counts), Sell / Deliver Methamphetamine (3 Counts) Sheriff Norman said, “Our priority is to destroy the drug trade in this county. If we have to do it

one dealer at a time, that is what we will do. For those who think drug trafficking is a victimless crime, about 80% of all crime in this county has some connection to the drug trade. The family devastation we see from drug addiction, especially methamphetamine, heroin, and prescription drug diversion, drives us to put an end to these brokers of human misery. Our citizens can help us succeed by calling 704-484-4987, and providing information on drug dealers in their neighborhoods. So much good information comes each week from the many citizens who make that call.”

Certified Entrepreneurial community continues Submitted by Steve Padgett The journey began in April 2015. Cleveland County had an informal entrepreneurial network.

A variety of organizations provided sporadic support and encouragement to budding entrepreneurs and small business owners. While our economic development partnership (CCEDP) has an outstanding track record focusing on major industrial clients, we recognized there were gaps in our small business support network. The Certified Entrepreneurial Community® program became an occasion to address those gaps and showcase our community as an area of opportunity for entrepreneurs and potential small business owners.

The Certified Entrepreneurial Community® (CEC) designation was awarded to Cleveland County upon completion of the intensive strategic

planning and implementation program. Our goal was to foster a local culture and network of entrepreneurial opportunity. This has contributed to progress and growth in our economy by attracting risk-takers willing to take on the challenges of creating new businesses that provide jobs to the county’s private sector workforce.

The CEC program is alive and well! We are beginning our third year since receiving our certification on December 1, 2016.

Entrepreneurs and potential small business owners are referred to the website (www.clevelandcountycec. com) for information about resources available to support their endeavors. Referrals are being received from a variety of sources,

which confirms our support for entrepreneurs and small businesses is known throughout the area. All 15 municipalities are still engaged in supporting the program. County Commissioners have authorized a 3-year tax incentive for qualified business owners if the investment to start or expand a business is between $50,000.00 and $1 million.

As a Certified Entrepreneurial Community®, Cleveland County is recognized as “entrepreneur-friendly.” Entrepreneurs and small business owners are encouraged to take advantage of the support and resources available here.

For more information about this program, you may contact Steve Padgett, Director of the Small Business Center at Cleveland Community College, by email at padgetts@clevelandcc.edu, or phone at 704-669-4146.

Mauney Memorial Library New Year closing Mauney Memorial Library will be closing early on Monday, December 31st at 5 p.m. for New Year’s Eve and will remained closed through Tuesday, January 1st 2019 for New Year’s Day. To register for a program visit www.mauneylibrary.org call the library at (704) 739-2371. The

Mauney Memorial Library thanks the community for its continued support.

The location of the Mauney Memorial Library is 100 S. Piedmont Street, Kings Mountain, NC 28086.

For the latest in library news and events, visit www.mauneylibrary.org.

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Patrick Senior Center: “An Old Fashioned Candy Christmas” Party Folks at the Patrick Senior Center enjoyed their Christmas party with food, music, gifts, dancing and even some hoola hoops.Their theme this year was “An Old Fashioned Candy Christmas” (Photos furnished by Senior Center)

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The crowd gathers.

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Our Teachers Are Tops!

Congratulations To KM Intermediate School Spotlight KALISA NORMAN Ms. Norman is a 5th and 6th grade Exceptional Children’s teacher at KMIS. She is licensed to teach all subject areas and both grades. Ms. Norman has eight years in education. Her true passion is really building relationships with students and getting to know them inside and out. Ms. Norman is enjoying her new baby boy, Mason, by playing, traveling, and enjoying spending time with family. She loves her job and it shows KALISA NORMAN every day in her love and passion for students.

Also, the faculty and staff at KMIS wishes you and your family a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Thank you for all you do for our school and family. We appreciate you.

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Mayor Scott Neisler wishes everyone a “Beary Merry Christmas.”

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Wednesday, December 26, 2018

■ OBITUARIES

Bob Conner KINGS MOUNTAINBob Conner, 72, died Thursday, December 20, 2018 at Wellington House in Gastonia. A native of Cleveland Co., he was born to the late Fred and Ollie Hawkins Conner. He was the owner and operator of C&C Coating for over 30 years. He was a loving father and grandfather and will be truly missed. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of fifty years, Macie Ramsey Conner; brother Billy Conner; sister Margaret Wood and great grandson Scotty Hill. He is survived by his son Dennis Welch and wife Norma Jean of Burnt Mills, SC; daughters Debbie Morrison and Brenda Self and husband Steve, both of Kings Mountain’ sisters JoNell Gass, Nancy Ross and husband Richard and Freda Barrett, all of Kings Mountain; brother Ronnie Conner and wife Connie of Kings Mountain; grandchildren, Angie Hill, Steven Self and wife Lesly and Brittany Goodson and husband Matthew; great grandchildren Haley Hall and Havynn Goodson. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.Funeral services will be held at 1:00 on Saturday, December 29, 2018 in the chapel of Clay-Barnette Kings Mountain Officiating: Rev. Ray Goodson. Burial will follow the service at Mountain Rest Cemetery Clay-Barnette Funeral, Cremation & Pet Aquamation Center of Kings Mountain is in charge of arrangements.

Online condolences may be made to: www.claybarnette.com

Jeffrey Lee Whisnant KINGS MOUNTAINJeffrey Lee Whisnant, 51, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on December 21, 2018 at Testa Hospice House in Kings Mountain, NC. He was born in Cleveland County, NC. Jeff was a wonderful husband and a devoted father and grandfather. He was a wonderful son and loyal friend. Jeff was devoted completely to his mother, father and sisters. He loved Nascar racing and enjoyed cooking on his smoker. Jeff enjoyed working in his yard and spending time on vacation in Gatlinburg, TN. He was a people person and made friends everywhere he went. Jeff was a member of Fairview Lodge #339 and of the White Plains Shrine Club, Oasis Temple. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, son, brother and friend. Jeff will be missed dearly by his loved ones.

He is survived by his wife of 24 years: Sharon Green Whisnant; sons: Tyler Whisnant and Christopher Whisnant and wife Courtney, Kings Mountain; daughter: Leah Schae Whisnant, Kings Mountain; parents: Joel and Doris Whisnant; sisters: Judy Earls and Trudy Ledford and husband, Jerry, Kings Mountain; grandchildren: Brantley, Bryce and Gracie Whisnant; mother in law: Joyce Green and special

friend: John Grant Funeral services will be held Wednesday, December 26, 2018 at 2:00 PM at Bethlehem Baptist Church with Rev. Dr. Steve Taylor and Pastor Mike Chambers officiating Visitation is: Wednesday, December 26, 2018 from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM prior to the service at Bethlehem Baptist Church Sanctuary Interment will be held in Bethlehem Baptist Church Cemetery, Kings Mountain, NC. Memorials may be made to: Hospice of Cleveland County Attn: Testa Hospice House at 951 Wendover Heights Dr. Shelby, NC 28150 A guest register is available at: www.harrisfunerals.com.

Harris Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kings Mountain, NC is in charge of arrangements.

Friends of Crowders Mountain general meeting The Friends of Crowders Mountain, Inc. will hold a general meeting at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, January 8, 2019, in the Sparrow Springs Visitor Center, 522 Park Office Lane, Kings Mountain. The meeting is open to the public and new members are welcome. Annual election of officers will be held and Park Staff will provide park updates. Contact the park office at 704-8535375 or www.friendsofcrowders.com or facebook. com/FriendsOfCrowdersMtn for more information.

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Randy Patterson received recognition for 5-years of service in the HR Department for the City of Kings Mountain.

Photo by Loretta Cozart

City employee recognitions

By Loretta Cozart

Mayor Scott Neisler recognized Randy Patterson for 5-years of service in the Human Resources Department for the City of

Kings Mountain.

The City’s Building Maintenance, Streets and Electrical Departments were recognized for their work on the Christmas lights disply and for snow

storm maintenance. The mayor commended them for their hard work keeping the Costner lights in working order for citizens to enjoy.

Cleveland Community College announces honors students Cleveland Community College President Jason Hurst has announced the President’s and Dean’s List for the Fall 2018 semester.

To be named to the President’s List, students must carry a minimum of 12 credit hours and receive a perfect 4.0 Grade Point Average. The following students were named to the President’s List (listed alphabetically): Bethany Acree Alyssa Adams Hanna Allen Jordan Arrowood Kaitlyn Baer Jacob Baker Jasmine Banner Andrew Beal Sarah Best Ian Bishop Jessica Black Hunter Blanton Leslie Boyd Carly Brackett MacKenzie Bradley Parker Brothers Jessica Brown Rico Brown Kelly Buckton Ryan Buckton Jordan Bullins Jacquilla Burris Destiny Camp Emily Cantera Shelly Cantera Reyes Brittany Carico Adam Carpenter Elisha Causby Catrine Chase Natalie Chism Aswathy Cinu Michael Cogdell Meagan Cook Courtney Crotts Jamie Currier Joy Davis Layla Davis Misty Dayton Edsander Desir Nathaniel Dixon Abigail Donu Lydia Dyer Mallory Edwards Morgan Elliott Kristin Enderby Cody Fitch Kimberly Franklin Linda Gregory Robin Griffin Cameron Hagler Julia Hamrick Victoria Hanke Chasity Harmon Kaleb Harmon Juanita Harris Breyasia Hartgrove Michael Hartman Rileigh Hazen Robin Henderson Blayner Hidalgo Harley Hodge Jordan Houston Tyffani Jensen Anja Johnson Anna Jones

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Katlyn Kale Shalyn Larson Jennifer Ledbetter Keely Lemmons Juliette Lisek Maggie Lloyd Kaitlynne Lynch Robert Mahe Christopher Martinez Benjamin Massie II Cynthia Mayo Lacey McDonald Wilson McNeary Aiden Meisenhelter Anna Mittelman Donna Moore Ashton Morgan Justin Morris Sarah Mosteller Jamey Mote Kylee Mucher Lauren Myers Austin Negus Francis Newton III Nicholas Nordstrom Zachary Nye Patrick Ortega Bethany Osborne Amber Parker Diya Patel Andrew Paz Barry Persing Treven Persing James Petty Amanda Prescott Phoebe Pruneda Nolan Raby Noah Radford Zackary Ramsey Johnnie Randolph Andrew Rawlings Cierra Ray Breanna Rayle Amariel Ross Morgan Ross Quinten Ross Katelyn Rudisill Kelsey Ruff Jonathan Russell Eddy Satterfield Robert Sawyer Olivia Sims Nathan Sipes Austin Solesbee Azucena Solis-Vences Sydni Stockton Rachel Stone Gabriel Stroup Carlos Sturgis Beatrice Talley Matthew Taylor Jillian Tesseneer Mary Thompson Jerahmeel Trejo Joshua Tucker Bridget Tuft Alyssa Turner Nichole Westfall Lindsey Williams Mary Winslow Jedidiah Woodall Landon Wright Travis Wright The following students are named to the Dean’s List. In order to be named to the Dean’s List, a student must carry a minimum of 12 credit hours and achieve a Grade Point

Average of at least 3.5: Dawson Adams Lauren Allard Diamond Allison Faith Anderson Makayla Baucom Brandy Beatty Anna Blanton Avery Bowen Madison Bower Gabriel Bowling Seth Brackett Charles Briest Rashawn Brooks Barbara Bryant Selena Bryant Laila Burgess Jada Byers Jocelyn Byers Makala Campbell Shannon Carpenter Ethan Carson Kirsten Childers Hannah Church Jenna Clayton Caleb Coburn James Cromer Mason Crotts Eric Davis Michael Davis Brittany Day Ashner Desir Itzel Diaz Ambreia Dills Tracie Dunivan Teneshia Durham McKayla Eaker Samuel Etters Darren Faulkner Sydnee Folk Benjamin Gantt Melissa Gantt Leah Gold Dexter Gonzalez Alicia Grant Kearse Gwaltney Jarrin Hamrick Ashley Hardin Cristy Hardin William Harris Loretta Harrison Jacob Head Hunter Helms Alison Henderson Tina Henry Megan Hentschel Keisha Hollifield Iman Homesley Hannah Hope Breanna Hopper Matthew Horner Nicholas Howell Ayanna Humphries Garret Humphries Ashelin Hunt Grace Hunt Isaac Hunt Traviyana Jefferies Aaron Jeffries Thomas Jenkins Brandy Johnson Morgan Kinmon Owen Lawrence-Kuhn Chelsea Layel James Mabry Luiza Mall Carli Mangum Andrew Mannino Aubrey Marston Joshua Martin

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■ MEDITATION

How Much Christ is in Your Christmas? - The Greatest Gift Ever Given Christmas for e v e r y believer should be a time of reflection for the love JOHN L. HOUZE G o d Pastor, had, and Peoples Baptist still has Church for us through the birth, life, death and resurrection of Jesus. We were entangled in and being engulfed by sin; in a hopeless situation.

We could not grasp what God

desired of us and like many people in today’s society, they think they know, until they realize they don’t know.

How many times have we attempted to assemble something and realized it was put together wrong; we go back and read the instructions, and still miss something or a step in our understanding of how to put it together correctly. Finally, we call someone more mechanically inclined and knows exactly what to do. If we compare this to what God did, He did not send angelic beings as an example for us, for they do not understand the

nature of man. Instead, He sent us Jesus Christ, His Son, as the Guide and Example for living our lives correctly.

God prepared a young peasant virgin by the name of Mary to birth a child without the aid of man but through the Holy Spirit. Realizing she was chosen by God and not understanding how He would do this miraculous thing; she magnified His Holy Name anyway. God also spoke to her husband, Joseph. As her due date approached, they had to go by donkey to Bethlehem. Once there, they found no place to lodge and she was

taken to a stable to give birth unnoticed by the world, or so it seemed. But a group of shepherds out in the field that night, received a visit from an angel announcing the birth of the Savior promised in Isaiah 7:14 and 9:6. The King of creation and His birth was not announced to the governments, the rich, nor the religious elite.

His birth was announced to a group of humble shepherds, a group most people would not have acknowledged.

Nevertheless, Heaven itself was so excited that the heavenly hosts praised and glorified God saying, “peace

on earth and goodwill to all men”. To a true believer, Christmas is a time of reflection on the love God has for all mankind. He gave his Son a human body; a Son who had no sin and who became sin for us by taking our place of death on a cross.

God gave His Son as the greatest gift ever given because of His love for all men.

May this Christmas be a special time to show love for one another. Be Blessed!

Fellowship & Faith

Church Service Directory Sunrise Baptist Church 208 Mail Road 704-692-3007 Temple Baptist Church 612 N. Cansler Street 704-739-4716 The Favor Center Church 602 Slater Street True Gospel Holiness Church 1608 Shelby Road 704-739-6764 Unity AME Zion Church 948 Unity Church Road 704-228-0328 Vestibule AME Zion Church 2175 Vestibule Church Road 704-739-7961

Waco Baptist Church 262 N. Main St. • Waco 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 Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church 220 N. Watterson Street 704-739-8354 Mountain View Agape Church 506 Sparrow Springs Road 704-739-0160

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 New Camp Creek Baptist Church 863 New Camp Creek Ch. Road 704-487-7128 New Life Family Worship Center 428 Oak Grove Road 704-739-9371

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Pathway Baptist Church 3100 Parkdale Circle 704-734-0852 Patterson Grove Baptist Church 301 Oak Grove Road 704-739-5826 Peoples Baptist Church 1010 Groves Street 704-739-0398 Proclaiming the Word Ministries 7011 Cleveland Avenue

Saint Matthew’s Lutheran Church 201 N. Piedmont Avenue 704-739-7466 Second Baptist Church 120 Linwood Road 704-739-4216 Shady Grove Baptist Church 339 Shady Grove Road 704-739-8920 St. Paul United Methodist Church N. Cansler Street 704-739-1256

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Scenes from the classic Nutcracker ballet Kimberla's School of Classical Ballet presented the Nutcracker Suite at the Joy Performance Center on December 7 through December 9. Pictured are various scenes from the performance, as well as an event held at the YMCA. ( Photos provided by Kimberla Burrows)

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Soldiers and Mice A cast member and her sister visiting with Santa at the YMCA event.

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Wal-Mart employees volunteering time to help with the food drive.

Food Lion and Wal-Mart employees with senior center volunteers at the Holiday Food Drive on December 18.

Locals seniors at the food drive waiting to get their food.

DISPUTE From Page 1A zoning matters, approve it which council approved on Dec. 20, 2016.

Brinkley Properties initiated an action for declaratory judgment in Cleveland County Superior Court on Feb. 8, 2017 asking for a ’’ declaration that the rezoning was invalid, submitted by a non-existent entity and the properties did not qualify to be a planned unit development, the rezoning application was incomplete, the planning and zoning board did not hold a public hearing, the public hearing before city council was not sufficiently noticed, the project’s site plan was improperly changed just before the public hearing, the city council failed to properly identify the properties that it purported to rezone, the city gave contradictory instructions regarding the project and failed to make key findings and Brinkley Properties is entitled to a preliminary injunction, a declaratory and a permanent injunction.’’

“It seemed that all the city’s procedures and methods were under attack in terms of this particular zoning request,’’ Corry told

city council last week. He added, “City council, the mayor, management and staff, along with the planning board,’’ decided to vigorously defend procedures and were willing to take the legal advice and opinions expressed to them regarding this case.’’ On Feb. 17, 2017 plaintiff filed an amended complaint, adding all other named plaintiffs as parties.

Plaintiffs moved for preliminary injunction on May 5, 2017. Plaintiff’s motion for injunctive relief was heard before Judge Thomas Davis.

The trial court denied the motion on June 21, 2017.

Defendants motion to dismiss came before Judge Jesse Caldwell on July 24, 2017. Caldwell dismissed counts 1, 5, and 7 and denied the motions to dismiss as to counts 3,4, and 6 on Aug. 14, 2017.

On Sept. 26, 2017 defendant Kings Mountain moved for summary judgment as to plaintiffs’ remaining claims.

Plaintiffs moved to amend their amended complaint and requested a preliminary injunction on Nov. 29, 2017. Defendants consented to the second amendment of the complaint. On Dec. 15, 2017, plaintiffs moved for summary judgment.

On Jan. 2, 2018 both defendants answered plaintiff’s second amended complaint and defendant

Orchard Trace moved for summary judgment and motions heard before Superior Court Judge Lisa Bell.

On March 14, 2018, the trial court denied plaintiffs’ motion and granted defendants’ motion for summary judgment and dismissed plaintiffs’ complaint with prejudice.

Plaintiffs presented two issues on appeal: ‘’ that the rezoning was invalid because Kings Mountain violated North Carolina law by allowing substantial changes to the defendant Orchard Trace’s rezoning application on the same day it was approved by city council and that the rezoning was invalid because Kings Mountain violated various procedural requirements of its own zoning ordinance.’’

The Court of Appeals “did not reach either of these two issues because the plaintiffs do not have standing to maintain this action.’’

Standing to challenge a zoning ordinance in an action for declaratory judgment exists when a party ‘’ has a specified personal and legal interest in the subject matter affected by the zoning ordinance and is directly and adversely affected thereby,’’ Superior Court Judges, Arrowood, Tyson and Inman concurred.

Food Lion Manager Hunter Jacobs and Food Lion employee Candice Forbes help to distribute food boxes.

FOOD From Page 1A then proceeded to bag the food for the giveaway on Tuesday, December 18.

Over 200 bags of food were assembled to be given away, along with 200 boxes of food from the local Food Lion on E. King Street.

Food Lion Manager Hunter Jacobs said the following: “It was a great experience coming down to the center. We enjoyed helping distribute the bags and engaging with the recipients as we helped them to their cars. Food Lion is all about food and that is why we are so passionate about helping solve hunger today here in Kings Mountain. Together with our customers, associates and partners we can create a better tomorrow here in Kings Mountain.” For many seniors,

this food keeps them from choosing to buy groceries or medicine, especially when they are also trying to buy Christmas presents for loved ones.

When asked why he wanted to participate in the food drive, Wal-Mart manager Justin Delph said, “It is very important for us to try and take care of the community of which we are a part. Our people make the difference and we want to be able to make a difference in as many lives as we can.”

The goal is now for the Senior Center food drive to become an annual event with the goal of growing bigger and bigger each year.

“This food drive is an excellent example of what can happen when a community comes together in a spirit of generosity. We are so thankful for everyone who helped make this food drive a success, and I’m also grateful to the staff of the Patrick Center for all they

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Trey Ross, Library Assistant at Mauney Memorial Library helps to distribute food to local seniors at the food drive on December 18. did to make this happen!” says Patrick Senior Director Tabitha Thomas.

The Patrick Center also keeps an ongoing food and toiletries pantry for low-income seniors. Donations of non-perishable foods, adult undergarments, toilet paper, and toiletries are welcome any time of year, and can be dropped off at the Patrick Senior Center, 909 E. King St in Kings Mountain. For more information about giving, please call the Patrick Senior Center at 704-7340447.

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During holidays, vacations or any other time the subscriber plans to be away from home for an extended period of time, a simple call to the Sheriff’s office will stop the calls for as long as needed.

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If you want to sign up for the service it is necessary that you fill out three forms; A Field interview form, a waiver and release from liaibility and an emergency consent form. These forms may be obtained from the Sheriff’s Office 100 Justice Place, PO Box 1508, Shelby, NC 28150 or on the Sheriff’s Office website www.sheriffclevelandcounty.com and click on the link Are you OK?”

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Enjoy lights in downtown Kings Mountain until January 1

The Christmas Fantasy Light Show lights up downtown buildings along Railroad Avenue in Kings Mountain. Tune your car radio to ‘Let It Snow Radio (87.9 FM)’ and watch over 400,000 lights twinkle and flash in time to the holiday music!” The Fantasy Lights and Patriots Park lights will be lit until January 1.

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Beautiful Christmas trees line Battleground Avenue.

Front, L-R: Vera Taylor, Cindy Heath, Diane Roberts and Wanda Montgomery. Back L-R: Cindi Smith, Jenny Rikard and Karen Vinesett. Friends for close to 40 years, these ladies enjoyed spending time with each other and a few of their children and grandchildren (shown left).

These friends enjoyed a night out to celebrate the Christmas season with dinner downtown and a stroll through Patriot Park to view the Christmas lights.

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Mountaineers getting on a roll, hope to repeat as BSC champs Holiday tournament Dec. 27-29 at KM After playing several games without the services of some of its top players, Kings Mountain High’s men’s basketball team is getting on a roll heading into the Christmas break.

The Mountaineers defeated a very good Shelby team Monday night at Parker Gym, 57-53, and followed it Tuesday with a 70-45 blowout of Stuart Cramer in their first Big South 3A Conference game.

The Mountaineers will host the annual Cleveland County Holiday Tournament December 27, 28 and 29 at 3 p.m., 4:30, 6 p.m. and 7:30. Doors open at 2 p.m.

The opening game pits Burns against a very strong Hickory Grove Christian team that features two Division I players. At 4:30, Gaston Day, a strong North Carolina private school program, takes on Irmo, SC which has most of the players back from a team that played for the South Carolina 4A championship last season.

The 6 p.m. contest has Shelby facing Harding, and at 7:30 the Mountaineers will take on an Australia traveling team which Mountaineer Coach Grayson Pierce said is “very good” and better than the Australia team that competed last year.

The Mountaineers came from nine points down in the fourth quarter to beat Shelby 57-53 Monday night. Shelby led 18-8 after the first quarter, 29-23 at the half and 40-31 after three but the Mountaineers outscored the Lions 25-13 in the fourth quarter to pull out the victory.

Kings Mountain’s brother act of Eli and Kobe Paysour led the comeback, combining for 23 points in the second half. For the game, Kobe had 14 points and Eli 13, including 11 in the final two quarters.

Kings Mountain took the lead with two minutes remaining when John Harmon Melton’s three-pointer made the score 51-48.

Against Stuart Cramer Tuesday night, the Mountaineers blazed to an 18-5

first quarter lead and never looked back. The home team was up 38-25 at the break and 61-35 going into the fourth quarter.

Eli Paysour led the scoring with 16 points, and Kobe Paysour added 13.

Coach Pierce feels much better about his team than he did early in the year when several of his key returning players were still involved in football. Without those players the Mountaineers had to go to war against three of the top teams in the state – East Lincoln, Cox Mill and Shelby – and lost all three.

“East Lincoln returned everybody from a team that made it to the state finals last year,” Pierce noted.

“Shelby is always tough and Cox Mill is the defending state champion and just as good as they were last year.

“We tested ourselves,” he said, “But that’s good for the young guys to get experience against big time opponents.”

Pierce said he’s had only one practice with the four players from the football team, but things are beginning to jell.

“We’re just now trying to put some things in,” he said. “Against Stuart Cramer we were just taking time outs and trying to put some things in that we might do later in the season. We just let them play.

It’s kind of fun to put some things in on the fly.

“We were ahead by 20 points in the fourth quarter, so we just sort of said ‘hey, let’s look and see if this will work.’”

The Mountaineers will return to conference play on Wed., Jan. 2 at North Gaston. Although the Big South Conference will have many tough teams, he feels like his Mountaineers will have a good shot at repeating as conference champion.

“It’s going to be a fun season,” he said.

KM’s Eli Paysour drives for two in Tuesday’s win over Stuart Cramer.

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KM ladies beat Shelby, Cramer for 4-1 record Kings Mountain High’s girls basketball team won its third and fourth straight games last week, defeating Shelby 64-58 in a non-conference game and Stuart Cramer 79-50 in their first Big South 3A Conference contest.

At the Christmas break, first-year coach Nicholas Inman’s ladies have a 1-0 conference and 4-1 overall record.

Freshman Saniya Williams led the way in Monday’s victory over Shelby, which avenged the Lady Mountaineers’ only loss.

Wilson scored 20 points and pulled down six rebounds.

Sarah Drennan contributed 15 points and senior guard Hannah Clark added 10 points and six assists.

The Lady Mountaineers followed that up Tuesday night with a runaway win over Stuart Cramer.

KM jumped out to a 16-9 lead in the first quarter, and was out front 35-16 at the half and 61-26 going into the fourth quarter.

Clark led the way with 28 points, five rebounds and five steals. Drennan

KM’s Treazure Hopper puts up a one-hand runner. added 14 points, four rebounds and six assists and Wilson had 12 points and seven rebounds.

The Lady Mountaineers were able to work all of their players into the game.

Carly Womack scored 33 of Cramer’s 50 points.

Kings Mountain will

compete in the three-day East Lincoln Winter Jam December 27-29. The Lady Mountaineers will face the host East Lincoln ladies opening day at 7 p.m.

A three-day admission pass is $24 and single day passes are $9.

In JV action last week,

the Lady Mountaineers edged Shelby 26-24 for their first win in four outings.

Sophomore Treazure Hopper led the scoring with 13 points. Freshmen Brooke Ferree and Yasmaine Robinson added six points each.

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Patriot wrestlers finish second in Tri-County Kings Mountain Middle’s wrestling team came up just a little short as they lost to a very good West Lincoln team 66-41 in the Tri-County Conference championship match last week.

Kings Mountain split with West Lincoln in the regular season but was not able to win the rubber match. At least, both teams to reach the championship were from the Eastern Division.

Winning matches for the Patriots were CJ Houser, Jake Lloyd, Chris Schrader, Trace Yelton, Christian West, Alex Jackson and AJ Richardson.

Kings Mountain finished the year 9-3. Christian West and Alex Jackson both finished the season 12-0.

Also having a great year for the Patriots were Chris Schrader and Trevor Moore, both with 11-1 records; Jaden Ellis 10-2, Jake Lloyd 9-3, Trace Yelton 8-1, Chase Smith 8-4, Michael Lubas 7-3 and Zaylen Ramos 7-4.

“A lot of other kids had big wins this year,” noted Coach Jason Bridges. “We look forward to returning a lot of seventh graders to next year’s lineup.”

Kings Mountain’s Aaliyah Byers draws a crowd as she goes up for a shot against Stuart Cramer.

Photos by Gary Smart

MS volleyball knocks off RS, loses to Crest Kings Mountain Middle School’s volleyball team knocked off undefeated RS Central in five sets last week before falling to Crest in the Tri-County Conference championship match.

Coach Lindsay Ellis said KMMS “left it all on the court” to win the five-set match at RS Central.

The offense was led by Myracle Davis, Paige Bagwell and Meila Songaila.

“Alayna Patrick and Austyn Dixon both did an

awesome job at putting our hitters in position to make plays,” Coach Ellis said.

The defense was led by Alayna Patrick and Caroline Barber, and Ellis said MaryQuay Moss “contributed significantly behind the service line, especially in the first set where she brought us back from a ten point deficit.

“I am so incredibly proud of how these girls rallied around each other and refused to quit,” Ellis said.

Aleenih Carter-Kee puts up a one-hand runner in last week’s game with Stuart Cramer at KMHS.

Hannah Clark has her eye on the basket for Lady Mountaineers.

Sarah Drennan puts up a runner in the lane in game with Stuart Cramer Tuesday at KMHS.

KMHS cheerleaders perform during a timeout during Tuesday’s game with Stuart Cramer at Parker Gym.

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John Harmon Melton goes inside against Stuart Cramer.

Niya Kelly drives for two against Cramer.

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Zeke Littlejohn goes in for two against the Cramer Storm.

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Kings Mountain freshman Isaiah Tate goes in for a layup.

Saniya Wilson grabs a rebound for the Lady Mountaineers.

Basketball fans get into the Christmas Spirit. (Photos by Gary Smart)

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Cleveland County Public Health Center receives Child Health Recognition award

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The clinic has resulted in decreased emergency room use, increased school attendance and increased access to a primary medical home. Before the Virtual Care Clinic, the school nurse sent home one student for illness every 5.4 academic days. Using the clinic, the nurse sent home one student for illness every 10.7 academic days – a 50 percent reduction in absenteeism due to illness.

“Parents are relieved to have assistance in navigating the health care system and to not have to take time off from work,” said Linda Kiser, Cleveland County Public Health Center School Health Supervisor.

“The Virtual Care Clinic has brought better health and more peace of mind to families in Cleveland County.”

This GlaxoSmithKline Award was based on work performed during the 2017-18 fiscal year.

Since that time, the Virtual Care Clinic program has expanded to three other schools in Cleveland County including James Love Elementary School, Township Three Elementary School and Shelby Intermediate School.

“The Virtual Care Clinic program is truly a collaborative effort between the Cleveland County Public Health Center, Shelby Children’s Clinic, Atrium Health and Cleveland County Schools and we would be remiss to not recognize everyone in this effort,” Kiser added. “We are very proud of this program and our collaboration and are excited to see how we will continue to grow and improve our care for the children of Cleveland County.”

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The Cleveland County Public Health Center’s Virtual Care Clinic at Graham Elementary School was recognized by the NC GlaxoSmithKline Foundation as an innovative child health program that has produced measurable, sustainable outcomes. This program is a partnership between Cleveland County, Atrium Health, Cleveland County Schools and Shelby Children’s Clinic.

The North Carolina GlaxoSmithKline Foundation recognized public health professionals for excellence and innovation in child health care, honoring them as part of its 2018 Child Health Recognition Awards program at the Fall Educational Conference of the North Carolina Public Health Association. Those honored with awards were selected from nominations submitted by colleagues and chosen by a selection committee of public health professionals.

“In 2016, the Board of County Commissioners identified areas of severe impact in the County and developed strategic objectives to improve community wellness,” said County Commission Chair Susan Allen. “We developed a three-year pilot program involving 1,200 homes and one of the most pressing needs we found was access to pediatric medical care,” Allen added.

“We found multiple barriers to health care that the Board of County Commissioners wanted to address including lack of transportation, difficulty navigating the health care system, and parental job commitments that conflict with routine doctor office hours,” said Commissioner Johnny Hutchins. “Because of these barriers, children often experienced delayed medical care, increased school absences, and inappropriate utilization of the emergency room for primary care medical needs.”

In recognition of these barriers to accessing timely and high-quality pediatric healthcare, community partners came together to develop a solution through the use of innovative technology. The Cleveland County Public Health Center, Cleveland County Schools, Shelby Children’s Clinic and Atrium Health pediatricians developed a Virtual Care Clinic for students inside Graham Elementary School that brings everyone together in one place.

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What You Should Know About Your Aging Parents Finances Dear Savvy Senior, My siblings and I don’t know much about our elderly parent’s financial situation or their wishes if something happens to them. When mom broke her hip last year, it got me thinking we need to be better prepared. What’s the best way to handle this, and what all should we know?

Tentative Daughter Dear Tentative, Many adult children don’t know much about their elderly parent’s financial situation or end-of-life plans, but they need to. Getting up to speed on their finances, insurance policies, long-term care plans and other information is important because some day you might have to help them handle their financial affairs or care, or execute their estate plan after they die. Without this information, your job becomes much more difficult. Here are some tips that can help.

Have the Conversation If you’re uncomfortable talking to your parents about this topic, use this column as a prompt or start by talking about your own finances or estate plan as a way to ease into it.

Also see TheConversationProject.org, which offers free kits that can help you

kick-start these discussions.

It’s also a good idea to get your siblings involved too. This can help you head off possible hard feelings, plus, with others involved, your parents will know everyone is concerned.

When you talk with your parents, you’ll need to collect some information, find out where they keep key documents and how they want certain things handled when they die or if they become incapacitated.

Here’s a checklist of areas to focus on.

PERSONAL & HEALTH INFORMATION • Contacts: Make a list of names and phone numbers of their doctors, lawyer, accountant, broker, tax preparer, insurance agent, etc.

• Medical information: Make a copy of their medical history (any drug allergies, past surgeries, etc.) and a list of medications they take.

• Personal documents: Find out where they keep their Social Security card, marriage license, military discharge papers, etc.

• Secured places: Make a list of places they keep under lock and key or protected by password, such as online accounts,

safe deposit boxes, safe combination, security alarms, etc.

• Pets: If they have a pet, what are their instructions for the animal’s care?

• End of life: What are their wishes for organ or body donation, and their funeral instructions? If they’ve made pre-arrangements with a funeral home, get a copy of the agreement.

LEGAL DOCUMENTS • Will: Do they have an updated will or trust, and where is it located?

• Power of attorney: Do they have a power of attorney document that names someone to handle their financial matters if they become incapacitated?

• Advance directives: Do they have a living will and a medical power of attorney that spells out their wishes regarding their end-of-life medical treatment? If they don’t have these documents prepared, now’s the time to make them.

FINANCIAL RECORDS • Debts and liabilities: Make a list of any loans, leases or debt they have – mortgages owed, car loans, medical bills, credit card debts. Also, make a list of all their credit and charge cards, including the card numbers and contact information.

• Financial accounts: Make a list of the

banks and brokerage accounts they use (checking, savings, stocks, bonds, mutual funds, IRAs, etc.) and their contact information.

• Company benefits: Make a list of any retirement plans, pensions or benefits from their former employers including the contact information of the benefits administrator.

• Insurance: Make a list of the insurance policies they have (life, long-term care, home, auto, Medicare, etc.) including the policy numbers, agents and phone numbers.

• Property: Make a list of the real estate, vehicles or other properties they own, rent or lease and where they keep the deeds, titles and loan or lease agreements.

• Taxes: Find out where they keep copies of past year’s tax returns.

For more tips, see the Eldercare Locator publication “Let’s Talk: Starting the Conversation about Health, Legal, Financial and End-of-Life Issues” at N4A.org/files/ Conversations.pdf.

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

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BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

FOR SALE FESCUE HAY. No rain, $4.50 per bale. (704) 538-4110

AUTOMOTIVE PARTS STORE FOR SALE. Located in the Foothills of NC. Automotive, Tractor, Heavy Duty Trucks, up to date inventory.

Buy Business Inventory of Business and Building. Owner Retiring. Serious inquiries only. 828-223-1564.

SOLID OAK. Hutch, Table, and 4 Chairs. Good condition, $400 (704) 477-1251

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EMPLOYMENT CDL DRIVER NEEDED. Local runs. Must apply in person at 1025 County Home Road, Shelby, NC. (704) 472-4666 MAINTENANCE WORK. Need someone that can do maintenance work. Must have clean driving record and experience with working on rental property. Apply in person at 1025 County Home Road, Shelby NC 28152.

EXPERIENCED GENERAL AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE/ LUBE TECH POSITION AVAILABLE. Apply in person at 1900 Elizabeth Ave., Shelby, NC. Pay Based on Experience.

INTERIOR / EXTERIOR HOUSE PAINTER. Needed for rental property. Must have painting experience. (704) 473-4299 MAINTENANCE MAN & GROUNDS KEEPER. Full time for Rental Properties.

Must have valid NC drivers license. (704) 473-4299 NOW HIRING ROOFERS. Experienced Laborers. Must have valid drivers license.

Also need Experienced Single Ply Roofers and Experienced Shingle Roofers. Cline Co., Inc. (704) 477-0516 COMPLETE CARE INC. Is seeking CNAs / In Home Aides for Cleveland and Gaston Counties. Apply M-F, 8am-4pm at 404 W. Warren St, Shelby, NC 28150 or call (704) 480-9340

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES MOBILE TEDDY BEARS Machine weighs 65 pounds, in two pieces and may be transported in most vehicles NC4Ever@email.com

ALUMINUM LOADING RAMPS. Heavy Duty with lock on straps, 2500lb capacity. Cost over $160, sell for $100. 704-692-4449.

TRAILERS, LAWNMOWER TRAILERS, Flatbed Trailers, Enclosed Trailers, Horse and Cattle Trailers, Saddlery. Check our prices and quality before you buy.

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WELL ESTABLISHED RESTAURANT/BUILDING for over 18 years, located in Shelby NC. Great cash flow, owner selling due to health reasons. Some owner financing available. (704) 473-1176 NOW THRU CHRISTMAS! Biz Hub is collecting donations of paper products or cleaning products to benefit the Cleveland County Rescue Mission. Drop donations at Biz Hub Coworking Space located at 407 N. Lafayette St., Shelby, NC, 9am-5pm Mon-Fri. Call 704-466-3051 for more information.

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BUSINESS SERVICES

MERITS MOBILITY CHAIR. Merits mobility chair, for someone over 5’ 6”. Comes with charger, delivery. $385. Call Scooterman John (704) 9514224 mobilityservices07@ gmail.com

HANDYMAN SMALL JOB SPECIALIST. Decks, gutters, siding cleaned, repaired, painting, sealing, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, toilets, ceiling fans, lights, blinds, chainsaw, yard, lawn, assembly. (Shelby, Forest City, Gaffney). Call Paul (828) 3033272

ELECTRIC WHEELCHAIRS. Scooterman John, used electric wheelchairs, electric mobility scooters, repairs. (704) 951-4224 mobilityservices07@gmail.com

BOONE’S TREE EXPERTS. Trimming, Topping, Removal, Stump Grinding, Danger trees, Chipper and Bobcat work. Insured. Free Estimates. 828-429-4742, 828289-9756, (828) 980-8119

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WNC CHIMNEY SWEEP, WESTERN CAROLINA. Insured and Licensed. Cleaning, Repair, Caps, Pest Removals, 22yrs experience.

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CUT AND SPLIT OAK FIREWOOD. Short bed load, $50 if you collect. $60 delivered 5 miles radius, Sandy Mush.

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CURIO CABINET $40. Furniture, old books, posters, country and western record albums, movie, bubble gum trading card, (terminator).

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GUTTER BUSTERS. All around handyman service, including gutter cleaning and blowing and most any yard work, including minor chainsaw work/tree trimming, bush trimming/removal, planting, raised beds, spreading mulch by the truck load, removing clutter of all types, storm damage clean-up, and more. No mowing. Tidy up your place by calling Robert for a free estimate. Serving Cleveland County for years. (980) 2950750

STOEGER 12GA DUCKS UNLIMITED. Side by side leaver fired. REMINGTON 1100 12GA SEMI-AUTO, AR style 22/tree clip scope. (704) 830-8756 GULBRANSON ORGAN. 2 keyboards, series 400, wood base petals, light brown, with button for 10 other instruments, $200. Jim (704) 5606602

CLEVELAND COUNTY GARAGE DOORS. Fall Garage Door Special: Single size starting at $499. Double size starting at $849. Garage door repairs and installations. Ask about glass door installation and repair. 704-419-0117 (704) 472-9367

USED 30X40 POLE BUILDING. All wood with metal exterior, Trusses, Disassembled ready to load, $3500. For appointment to inspect call (704) 692-2240

TRAILERS: WE BUY, SALE, TRADE (must have title).

Parts and service on most models. New 5x10 $895 with this ad. Call J Johnson Sales, Forest City. (828) 245-5895 CARPORTS, GARAGE, HORSE BARNS. Installed in 2-3 weeks or sooner in most cases (standard). Best on site display around. J Johnson Sales, Forest City. (828) 2455895 PAYLESS STORAGE BUILDINGS Top Quality. Cash, 90 days same as cash, (rent to own, no credit check). Same or next day delivery on in stock inventory. Free 75 miles.

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(828) 245-5895 FLAGS AND FLAG POLES. 15 ft., 20 ft., and 25 ft., poles in stock. Delivery and installation available. Call J Johnson Sales, Forest City. (828) 2455895 CARPORTS, RV/BOAT COVERS, Equipment, Hay, Livestock. Protect your investments. Largest on site display around, 1000’s of options, 12’ to 60’ wide, 300’ or longer. J Johnson Sales, Forest City.

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Fridge, range, dishwasher, microwave, all used very little, new $7000 will take $2500.

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WANT TO BUY DANNY’S AUTOWERKS. Buying used or junk cars.

Competitive prices. Call Jimmy, 828-289-1175 or (828) 247-1070 GENTLY USED SEWING OR QUILTING MACHINE. Leave Message. (704) 487-0226 WE BUY UNWANTED JUNK CARS. We will come to you.

We pay cash on the spot. No titles needed. ID required.

(803) 374-7545 COUNTY LINE TIMBER BUYING HARDWOOD and Pine Timber, 5 acres+.

Also, Pine Thinning. Over 25 years experience. Member of NCFA. 828-248-3659, (828) 289-0742

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Located between Mooresboro and Boiling Springs.

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Avail first of year. Mooresboro, NC 28114 (704) 313-7088 paulbrum@carolina.rr.com

SMALL QUIET PARK. Crest Schools. 3 bedroom, 2 bath mobile home, $135 weekly.

No pets. Must pass background check. Call (828) 3907316

HICKORY CREEK APARTMENTS FOR SENIORS (62 and older), disabled (50 and older). Shelby. Now taking applications for waiting list. EHO. Shelby, NC 28150 (704) 487-6354

CKC POMERANIAN FEMALE. 4 months old. Shots up to date. $400. (704) 3001988

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1988 TOYOTA COROLLA 5 speed manual, 256k miles, good tires. Runs reliably now, but requires deep engine repair. $500. Rutherfordton, 828-287-3588.

COCK-A-POO PUPPIES FOR SALE. Parents on site, males and females, $350 each. $100 deposit (non-refundable). 828-305-2181.

GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES FOR SALE. Parents on site, 7 weeks old, $300 each.

828-245-0481.

LIVESTOCK FOR SALE. Pure breed, Angus Bulls and Heifers. Jacob Fork Ranch.

Call 704-538-1199. (704) 6007847 AKC PUG PUPPIES. Shots and Wormed. 1 Female $900 2 Males $700 each. Ready 12/7/18. (828) 437-3664 DOG KENNELS FOR SALE. Starting at $189.99. Size 10x20 $399.99 up. Other sizes are available. Call J Johnson Sales, Forest City. (828) 245-5895 FREE KITTENS FOR INSIDE HOMES. Don’t Wait! Please Call (704) 472-7116

CARS & TRUCKS 1985 CHEVROLET EL CAMINO with new front end, braking system, new parts.

Project car, needs body work, $3500. 828-289-8719.

1985 CHEVROLET CORVETTE Manual 4+3 transmission, 5.7L 350 V8, 50,000 miles, removable glass Targa top. $2900. (704) 6922240 2016 FORD FOCUS 4 door, automatic, 7,235 miles, salvage history, $7000. 828223-0888 or 828-245-3718 1997 NISSAN TRUCK Vin# 1N 6 S D 11S X V C 4 2 8 7 14 , with 1994 TOWR pull behind trailer, serial# 4BABD122XCM029884 has been abandoned at Vickers Auto Parts, Chesnee, SC. Contact us within 10 days. Ron, (800) 922-1429 2006 DODGE CARAVAN Automatic, 4 door, good condition! MUST SELL! $2500.

Call 980-404-0328, or 704349-2770, or 704-949-7436.

1962 PONTIAC CONVERTIBLE Runs and Drives.

Needs top, interior, some body work and paint, $4500.

Call Ron (919) 259-1019

3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH. Rent $725, Deposit $500, Application Fee $25. 704-472-3100, Lawndale, NC 28090 (704) 472-4666

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2000 JEEP WRANGLER Put a JEEP under the tree for Christmas! 216,000+ miles, 6 cyl., 4.0 Liter, 4x4, 5 speed manual trans., hard top, rear seat, a/c, black cloth int., fair condition. $9,000 MAKE AN OFFER. 704-473-4722

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GREAT LOCATION IN BOILING SPRINGS. 3 Bedroom, 1 Bath brick home, $850 a month. (704) 472-0199 NICE 2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH Mobile Home in Grover. Appliances, yard work, garbage pick up included. (704) 4727233

CAMPERS 2005 TIFFIN ALLEGRO MOTOR HOME. 37ft Class A with 2 slides, excellent condition, under 32000 miles. Numerous upgrades and new parts, $45000 negotiable. (704) 7183765 dougsusant@gmail.com

FURNISHED ONE BEDROOM BASEMENT APARTMENT $450 MONTH. Includes Utilities. Shelby Area.

Deposit and References Required. NO SMOKING and NO PETS. Leave message.

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19.5+ ACRES OF LAND. Located off Derby Dr in the Double Springs Community.

Front acreage great farm land, back acreage possible logging opportunity, $5000/acre.

Contact 704-472-2808 or 704472-7764

MAPLE RIDGE RV PARK CAMPGROUND Full Hook Up. 30/50 Amp Connections, Pet Friendly. Daily, Weekly, Monthly rates. Rutherfordton.

828-305-2909.

2 BEDROOM MOBILE HOME. Central heat / air, private lot, good neighborhood. $550 month plus deposit.

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LAWNDALE AREA. Cleared 1.3 acre lot, water and septic, priced to sell. Owner will finance with low down payment. Call Bryant Realty, w w w. b r ya n t r e a l t y i n c .c o m (704) 567-9836

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TWO BEACH HOUSES FOR RENT. One in Ocean Lakes, 2 bedroom, 2 bath, golf cart included. One in Ocean Side Village, Surfside. 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath. Real nice. Washer/dryer, golf cart included.

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NICE COUNTRY LIVING. 2 or 3 bedroom mobile homes for rent. 10 minutes from Shelby. NO PETS. Seniors welcome. (704) 692-0447 AREA RENTALS. 120 Carolina Place, 4 bedroom, 2 bath modular. $1000 month, $1000 deposit. 3525 James Webb Trail, Crouse, NC (Cherryville Area) 4 Bedroom, 2 Bath modular. $1000 month $1000 deposit. (704) 484-2015

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The bible urges folks not to hide their lamp under a basket, and that adage is certainly going to come true on Oct. 20 at 7pm when the Mt. Holly Lamp Parade steps off at Ida Rankin Elementary School, continues down West Central Avenue, turns right on South Main Street, and ends at the newly christened permanent trellis system for the Mount Holly Farmer’s Market. During the parade, folks will see over 20 dazzling and illuminated lamps marched through town.

The parade will be led by members of the official drumline of the Panthers, PurrCussion. Kathleen Doody of Toronto, Canada will be on hand to judge the lanterns for the prizes. Doody is an artist with over 20 years of lantern-making experience, and conducts lantern parades internationally The lamps will include such fanciful creations as the legendary flying horse Awaken Gallery owner Emily Andress and Irish artist Olive Stack with the Pegasus lantern that will be Pegasus, a huge fish, a giant snake with hoisted at the Mt. Holly Lantern Parade.

Photo by Alan Hodge working jaws, large and colorful butterflies, and more. The lamps were created

by local students from schools like Ida Rankin Elementary, local artists like Diane Pike, and Awaken Gallery owner Emily Andress. They are made of wire and willow sticks with translucent paper stretched over the framework.

Pitching in to lend her expertise to the lamp parade project has been Irish artist Olive Stack who is a resident of and art gallery owner in Listowel, County Kerry, Ireland. Stack’s jaunt to Mt. Holly to work with the lantern parade was sponsored by the Mt. Holly Community Development Foundation.

“I love Mt. Holly,” Stack said. “The people are so warm and friendly. It’s a lot like home.”

During her stay, Stack has been working with other artists and Ida Rankin students as they craft their lanterns. She’s also making one that will represent the 1916 Mt. Island Mill bell that’s at the Mt. Holly Historical Society.

Stack and Andress met several years ago and are close friends.

“I got the idea for the lamp parade after seeing one in Paris,” said Andress.

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munity Impact Fund. The on hand included president Impact Fund committee Ernest Sumner and program included Reggie Graham, director Erin Wiggins.

Well deserved cash Johnny Painter, Lauren Sumner praised Mt. Holly flowed at last week's meeting Shoemaker, and Reeves for all the work that's been of the Mt. Holly city council McGlohon. Community when representatives of the Foundation representatives See FOUNDATION page 5 Community Foundation of Gaston County handed out a number of checks to local organizations.

The groups had been chosen for the grants by the Mt. Holly Community Impact Fund.

The Community Foundation works with local leaders in Mt. Holly and elsewhere to support new and innovative ideas. This year, the Community Foundation contributed State Farm agent Adam Lee is seen holding the $25,000 check that will help $10,000 to the fund the planned veterans healing garden in downtown Mt. Holly.

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Four arrested at Jail-A-Thon On Saturday, three elected officials and one city employee were arrested on nefarious charges, placed in manacles, and hauled by paddywagon to the ‘Jail House' at Patriots Park during Mountaineer Days.

The three elected officials arrested were Mayor Scott Neisler and Council members David Allen and Rodney Gordon. Each had to raise $200 bond within two hours. Due to rowdy behavior, Rodney Gordon had to raise additional bond money. Mayor Neisler implicated Karen Tucker who was subsequently arrested for "Impersonating the City Clerk." Tucker had to raise a $25.00 bond.

All funds raised benefit the Kings Mountain Historical Museum's history Karen Tucker serves hard-time. See more photos on page 3A education boxes that high(Photo provided) light local history in Kings Mountain schools. Sarah "Thank you, to all of those We are so thankful for our Lunch, Museum Director, who gave donations to Community and are excited and Curator commented, make this event a success! to continue giving back!"

Kings Mountain High School Class of 1993 celebrated 25th reunion.

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Four KMHS class reunions held Homecoming weekend

By Loretta Cozart Four Kings Mountain High School classes held reunions last weekend. Celebrating were the Classes of 1968, 1973, 1978, and 1993.

The Class of 1968 gathered for dinner on Friday night in Gastonia and celebrated at the Patrick Senior Center Saturday evening with 110 guests. Classmates bought ads and found creative ways to fund their event.

The three other classes attended the Homecoming football game and watched as the Mountaineers trounced Ashbrook. Sitting together at the 40-yard line, these alumni showed their Mountaineer pride wearing black and gold.

The Class of 1973 held their reunion at the Kings Mountain Country Club, and 80 attended. At noon on Saturday, the class had a picnic at Lake Crawford, followed by the reunion later

of 1978 held their festivities at Deer Woods Farm in Bessemer City as 80 gathered for the celebration. After dinner, classmates danced to a DJ as others visited on the patio or gathered around the fire pit.

Earlier in the day, classmates played a round of golf at the Kings Mountain Country Club.

Class Treasurer Steve Laughter commented, "It was awesome getting together with our classmates

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Fans of chickens, on the hoof, not fried or baked, in Belmont, have plenty to crow about.

At its last meeting, the Belmont city council approved an ordinance that will allow those so inclined to keep a small flock of chickens on their property- with provisions.

The approved ordinance will allow the keeping of up to four chickens in the rear yard area if all requirements can be met. Requirements include setbacks from side and rear property lines, chicken housing requirements, cleanliness, and permitting.

The city got involved in the chicken business by meeting with local residents who gave feedback on a draft of the ordinance. Lara Worden, area agent from the NC Cooperative Extension Service, also offered NC Cooperative Extension master gardener Dana suggestions.

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HOMECOMING QUEEN – Belle Hollifield, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Aubrey Hollifield was crowned Kings Mountain High School Homecoming Queen for 2018 at half-time of Friday night’s Homecoming football game at John Gamble Stadium.

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Mush, Music and Mutts

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The Official State of North Carolina Fall Liver Mush Festival is this weekend Friday, Oct.19 and Saturday, Oct. 20, 2018 in Uptown Shelby around the historic Court Square!

Yes, it's time for Mush, Music and Mutts to mark the wonders of fall in Shelby.

Join in the fun with this traditional food festival that has something for everyone. Of course, there is Liver Mush to sample, with a variety of preparations and choices.

There is a fall festival of children's activities on the Court Square with Uptown Shelby Association and volunteers offering crafts and fun activities for the kids.

The festival is now two days and starts on Friday evening with the NC Brew Fest and Chili Cook-Off. Pet owners can appreciate See MUTTS, Page 6A

2&3 BEDROOM APARTMENTS. Available now! Stove and refrigerator furnished, W/D hookups. Rent based on income. EHO. Shelby. Shelby, NC 28152 (704) 487-1114 LIONS SENIOR VILLAGE has 1 bedroom HUD subsidized apartments for low income seniors. Taking applications. Age 62 or older.

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OCEAN LAKES VACATION RENTALS. (1) 1678 STARFISH. 3 bedroom, washer/dryer, large covered front porch.

(2) 5525 TERN. 2 bedroom, 1 bath, washer/dryer. 704-4736109. sheilaba@bellsouth.net

MOVE IN SPECIAL. 2&3 Bedroom, $600 deposit and up. $190 weekly rates. Free power and water. NO PETS. Visit us online at Oakwood Rentals, Shelby or call (704) 473-4299

1BR ENERGY EFFICIENT APARTMENT in Forest City. $425 plus deposit, water and garbage included. No pets.

828-248-1776.

SHELBY AREA (FREE HALF MONTH RENT). Duplex 2 bedroom 1 bath $525. Townhouse 2 bedroom 1.5 bath $600 -$625. (704) 953-3424

SMALL FARM. 24 Acres with pond on paved road off Startown Rd. Mostly open land $120,000. Call (704) 813-3856

OCEAN LAKES 3 BEDROOMS, 2 BATHS. Washer/ dryer, gas grill, golf cart included. $1200 wk. (704) 4727145

RETAIL SPACE (KINGS MOUNTAIN). 402 East Kings Street, Approximately 1000 sq ft, $850 month, utilities included. (704) 739-4417

RUTHERFORD COUNTY

NEWLY REMODELED 3BR, 2BA HOME with 2 Car Garage in Moss Lake Area Neighborhood. No indoor pets and Non-smoker preferred. $1050 Month. Deposit and References Required!

Call 704-692-8190 or (704) 482-0441

1/2 ACRE MOBILE HOME LOT and 3 acre Mobile Home lot. Both in Casar on paved street & county water. 704-5381199. 214 Mace Rd, Casar, NC 28021 (704) 600-7847

ALUMINUM LOADING RAMPS. Heavy Duty with lock on straps, 2500lb capacity. Cost over $160, sell for $100. 704-692-4449.

MOBILE HOMES & APARTMENTS. In Kings Mountain.

Price starting at $100 per week. Call (704) 739-4417

They’re back! And with no small amount of moxie and gusto, it should be noted!

It was with much happiness and satisfaction that on Friday, Oct. 12, 2018 at 11:30 a.m., Cherryville Little Theatre board members and some CLT actors and staff, Cherryville city staff, Cherryville Council Cherryville Little Theatre Board President Wade Stroupe gladly cut the ribbon heralding the grand re-opening of members, Cherryville Main Street personnel, and well-wishers all came the Cherryville Little Theatre after its much-needed restoration. With him and Mayor H.L. Beam, III, are a pleth- out to celebrate the ribbon cutting and grand re-opening of the newly ora of city and council officials, Chamber and CMSP officials and representatives, and CLT staff and players. refabbed and reimagined CLT. (photos by MEP/The Eagle) See more THEATRE page 3A

Keystone Powdered Metals’ employees see PINK in Breast Cancer fight

by MICHAEL E. POWELL Editor michael.cherryvilleeagle@gmail.com

Children’s activities include pumpkin painting.

(Photo provided)

Community Revival

Both Terry L. Stutter, Keystone Powdered Metal Company’s Plant Manager, and Pam Crotts, Keystone Powdered Metal Company’s Human Resource Manager, take great pride in the fact their co-workers and staffs are seeing pink nowadays.

They’re not alone. Their co-workers do too as was evidenced by what they did to honor those who fight the fight.

So, in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month they and a number of their day and night shift employees donned pink tee-shirts to let all know

they’re a team when it comes to the fight to battle and hopefully find a cure for the disease.

For plant manager Shutter it’s personal as his wife Donna is a breast cancer survivor.

“My wife and I have been supporters of the Susan G. Komen Foundation for years,” said Shutter in a recent interview at the Keystone plant.

“This is just another opportunity to come together and do this in out plant.”

Crotts agreed, adding, “And we love the camaraderie due to the shirts.”

Crotts, a Dallas native, has two kids and four grandchildren, said she was awed by

The day, or first, shift crew at Keystone Powdered Metals in their pink shirts they wore last week as part of their support for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. (photo by MEP/The Eagle) how the employees came together to do this.

“We had one firstshift employee who even bought pink duct tape and duct-taped his work boots,

The plant has a total of which are steel-toed for safety’s sake, to show how 150 employees and has as even tough items like that one of their main clients can be important in the Ford Motor Company, as fight against breast can- has had many major appliance corporations as well in cer!”, she noted.

“Pride in Gaston Traveling Tour” builds community pride

A Community Revival “Together for the Gospel” is planned for October 25-28, 7:00 p.m. nightly for all ages.

This will be a tent revival across from Bethware School (Kings Mountain). There will be a special children’s event on Saturday, October 27, from 3 - 6 p.m. at D id B ti t Ch h

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the past.

Shutter, who is from Pennsylvania, the home of Keystone Powdered Metals See more KEYSTONE page 4A

by DONNA LOCKETT Gaston Together

In the summer of 2000, Gaston Together began a program to enhance the awareness of Community Pride in Gaston County school children. By building on the study of the community in the third grade, Gaston Together worked with Gaston County Schools to develop the “Pride in Gaston TravSee more PRIDE page 7A

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Wednesday, December 26, 2018

Christmas at the Mauney Memorial Library

Santa reads the Christmas story at Mauney Memorial Library.

Mr. Ford with gingerbread house.

(Photo provided by MarieSlaughter)

Santa at Mauney Memorial Library.

This youngster is enjoying a stroll through Patriot’s Park to see the lights.Come and see this amazing display of lights.

They will be on until January 1.

Photo by Scott Neisler

10th Annual Christmas Festival & Parade Friday, December 7th the City with a Heart brought warmth to the hearts of many this Christmas season.

The City of Bessemer City hosts a Parade and Christmas in the City Festival every year downtown. The Christmas Parade brings pride and promotes citizenship among Bessemer City residents.

This year’s Parade featured Public Safety, local non-profits and churches, Citizen of the Year (Chamber of Commerce), local schools, Carolina Panther Drumline “PurrCussion” and Mascot Sir Purr, Peppa Pig, Mickey and Minnie Mouse, Paw Patrol, and traditional headliner Santa Claus!

In addition to the annual Parade, Bessemer City strives to encourage fellowship through a City festival called “Christmas in the City”, which takes place immediately following the Parade. Performances included entertainment from local schools, music from the Carolina Quartet, father & daughter duet, and a phenomenal performance from “PurrCussion” and “Sir Purr”.

Interested in more programs hosted by the City of Bessemer City? Visit us online at www.bessemercity.com or facebook.com/bessemercity to view additional events and exclusive footage of the 2018 Annual Parade and Christmas in the City Festival.

Pictured 10th Annual Parade sights in Bessemer City, Friday, December 7th. Photos by Hilary Koon Photography and Hydeia Hayes.

Breakfast With Santa The Bessemer City Recreation Department hosted its 4th Annual “Breakfast with Santa”, Saturday, December 15th, from 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. at the Allan Farris Community Center. This annual event sponsored by Livent, featured a special time for local children to share their wish list with Santa.

Interested in more Parks & Recreation programs?

Contact us at 704-6295111.

Pictured “Breakfast with Santa” 2018 participants. Photo courtesy of Parks & Recreation department.