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Santa visits Kings Mountain

By Loretta Cozart Last month it was announced that Kings Mountain’s Christmas Parade was not meant to be this year. With COVID-19 and the Governor’s executive order preventing mass gatherings, it seemed as if the Grinch had stolen Christmas.

Thanks to the hard work of many resourceful people, Santa arrived right on time and started Santa's Community Parade from Patriot Jacks on East King Street.

This year’s parade was a bit different. It brought Santa to the people, past their homes and businesses, and into their neighborhoods. From noon to 4 pm, Santa traveled far and wide throughout the city, escorted by Kings Mountain Police Department and Kings Mountain Fire Department. A brief sound of sirens announced Santa’s arrival as he weaved his way through the streets of town.

Young and old, folks gathered in their yards, on their porches, or in their cars to welcome Santa and the coming of Christmas.

While the pandemic has changed many of the tradi-

The Artisans Pop-Up Market beside the Joy Theater kept shoppers busy Saturday night. The market will be held on December 12 and 19 as part of Kings Mountain’s Home For Christmas celebration. For more details see ad on page 8A.

Santa rode through the streets of Kings Mountain Saturday, bringing Christmas joy to neighborhoods throughout town.

See more photos on page 4A. Photos Loretta Cozart tions we have this holiday season, even the Grinch knows that “Christmas Day is in our grasp, So long as we have hands to grasp.”

At 5:30 pm, Santa arrived on Railroad Avenue just as the City of Kings Mountain's Christmas Fan-

tasy Light Show began. At dusk, the lights in Grady and Katie Costner’s beautiful holiday decorations came on in Patriots Park.

There are plenty of traditional holiday themes throughout the park, as See SANTA, Page 4A

The Costner Light Extravaganza welcomes you to Patriots Park.

Bolin's Daycare to celebrate 50th birthday

By Loretta Cozart

Mauney Memorial Library received a new roof and windows with broken seals were replaced.

Photo by Loretta Cozart

Bolin’s Daycare will hold a community celebration for their 50th birthday on Saturday, December 19, from 1 pm to 4 pm at 901 Ramseur Street in Kings Mountain.

The first 50 people will receive goodie bags. Also offered are door prizes, free refreshments, kid's crafts, and face painting. Santa will See BOLIN , Page 5A

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Library renovations ongoing

By Loretta Cozart At first glance, visitors might overlook the work that has been done at Mauney Memorial Library this year. Restoration work, done well, maintains a buildings’ original appearance. As a result, the repairs can go unnoticed.

Christina Martin, Library Services Manager at Mauney Memorial Library,

understands Mauney Memorial Library project’s scope better any anyone and has been working hard to bring back the 1923 Hord Mansion to its former glory.

An $85,000 gift from Kings Mountain’s ABC Board will go a long way to expedite this process.

The library was able to finish the 1923 window restoration project and re-do the entire upstairs plaster ceilings and some walls. A company recommended by the North Carolina Historical/Preservation Department does the plasterwork.

The repairs done to the windows keeps as much of the original materials as possible to keep Mauney Memorial Library correct to its original form due to it being on the National Register of Historic Places.

“Left for the 1923 house, we have one more phase of flooring downstairs to put in and some more painting,” said Christina Martin. “Upstairs, it would be wonderful to refinish the wooden floors, and we will re-paint the rooms that have not been painted yet. A See LIBRARY, Page 5A

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Primer has been applied to the metal roof of Kiamesha Young’s new real estate company, once the location of McGill’s Exxon. New paint should be applied to the roof this week.

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Work at 100 E. King continues

By Loretta Cozart During Kings Mountain City Council’s November meeting, Kiamesha Young was granted a Downtown

Kings Mountain Façade Grant for the purpose of façade repairs, rehabilitation, and renovations in the amount of $5,000 for her property at 100 E. King

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On December 5, the roof had been primed and readied for paint once moisture from weekend rains evaporates.

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■ OBITUARIES

Annie Aloyse Jones

Brian Nelson McWhorter

BOSTIC, NC – Annie Aloyse Jones, 90, formerly of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away peacefully at her home in Bostic, NC on December 4, 2020.

She was born in Rutherford County, NC, daughter of the late Grady Webb and Cordellia Davis Walker and was preceded in death by her first husband of over twenty years, J.B. Hawkins. She was also preceded in death by a son, Ronnie Hawkins, brothers, Flay, Jack, and Warren Walker and a sister, Dot Sanders.

Aloyse was a remarkable woman who gave of herself throughout her life.

She served her community for more than thirty years as a foster mother. She and Oscar were involved in the lives of over ninety children through the foster care program. In 1989, Aloyse received the Foster Parent of the year award and in 2005 she was nominated as the Cleveland County Distinguished Woman of the Year for her work with children.

Aloyse was a long time member of Four Square Gospel Church and in recent years attended Bethel Baptist Church in Ellenboro. She enjoyed cooking for her loved ones, gardening, canning, and crocheting.

Aloyse was always a generous woman who enjoyed helping anyone that was in need. She spent many hours doing charity work during her life after fostering children. She was a wonderful and loving mother to countless children. Her kindness, generosity and love will be dearly missed by not only her family, but the entire community.

She is survived by her husband of fifty-one years: Oscar Jones, of the home; sons: Darrell Hawkins (Sandra), Kings Mountain, Keith Hawkins (Sandy), Kings Mountain, Dillon Jones and Jacob Jones, both of Bostic; daughter: Shandora Sparks (Tommy), Kings Mountain; brothers: Walter Walker and Jerry Walker (Marcie); sisters: Leila Absher and Sue Jenkins (Bobby); seven grandchildren; three freat-grandchildren; two great-great grandchildren; ninety foster children and canine companion Tucker.

Funeral service was held on Tuesday, December 8, 2020 at 2:00 PM in the Ollie Harris Memorial Chapel.

Visitation was on December 8, 2020 from 1:00 PM to 1:50 PM prior to the service at Harris Funeral Home.

Interment was in Mountain Rest Cemetery.

Guest register is available at: www.harrisfunerals.com.

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

KINGS MOUNTAIN, NC – Brian Nelson McWhorter, 29,of Kings Mountain, formerly of Plainsboro, NJ, passed away on December 1, 2020 at Caromont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia, NC. He was born in Middlesex County, New Jersey.

Brian graduated from West Windsor - Plainsboro High School in 2009. After his graduation, Brian and his family moved to Kings Mountain. He attended ECPI College of Technology where he earned a degree in Criminal Justice in 2011. Brian also attended Cleveland Community College and earned a degree in welding in August of 2015.

He was a dedicated employee at Sonitrol Security Services Inc. in Charlotte, NC. In his spare time, Brian enjoyed target shooting and riding motorcycles. He was a wonderful son and brother who will be missed greatly by his loving family and friends.

He is survived by his parents: Joyce and Nelson McWhorter, Kings Mountain, NC; sister: Abagail Soyak, Kings Mountain, NC; grandmother: Faith Austin, Kings Mountain, NC; grandfather: Stewart S. Austin, Brunswick, GA; aunts and uncles: Cynthia Heitzenroder, Springville, PA, Barbara Prindle (Charles), Millsboro, DE, Stewart Austin (Susan), Cocoa, FL; nephew: Dylan T. Soyak (Sarah), Kings Mountain, NC; greatnephew: Noah T. Soyak, Kings Mountain, NC; a host of loving cousins and other family.

No services are planned at this time.

Guest register is available at: www.harrisfunerals.com.

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

Floyd inspires others on his journey to a healthy life The day came when Gregory Floyd was determined to make a change that would improve his quality of life. For some time, Gregory had been battling weight gain and the health challenges that followed because of his physical condition.

One day, Gregory decided to research numerous options to help him with his weight loss journey.

At one point, Gregory decided to seek consultation with a physician regarding surgical procedures that would aid in the efforts to reduce his weight and put him on course to achieve his weight loss goal of one hundred pounds.

After his consultation, Gregory was informed that it would be a lengthy, and not to mention, time-consuming endeavor to get his insurance provider to cover the costs of a procedure.

After hearing this, Gregory decided to take it upon himself to get to where he needed to be. For months, he pushed himself daily, and through his steadfast commitment to better himself, he continued to persevere day after day, week after week, and month after month.

You could set a clock by his attendance at the Kings Mountain Family YMCA. Every day at 1:30 pm,

Gregory would come walking through the door and make his way up the stairs to begin his daily routine.

His weight-ins would come and go, and with each passing weigh-in, more weight came off the scales. Gregory’s progress started to become very noticeable to all that knew him. Eventually, anyone that knew him had to give him a second glance before approaching him because he began to look nothing like his former self.

Today, Gregory has reached the end of his transformation journey.

Since the start of his journey, he has replaced two wardrobes and has exceeded his expectations by surpassing his original weight loss goal of one hundred pounds. In total, Gregory has lost one hundred and thirty pounds!

Gregory is now working on maintaining his weight through continued exercise and dieting. Mr. Floyd has inspired many who have had the opportunity to work out alongside him at the Kings Mountain Y. He is a testament to what can be achieved when you pour your heart and soul into it. We applaud Mr. Floyd for his weight loss accomplishments and the inspiration and motivation he has given to others who testify to his success.

Gregory Floyd has reached his goal weight loss by loosing 130 lbs. He maintains his weight by continued exercising at the Kings Mountain YMCA and eating healthy.

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CC Schools’ holiday calendar

By Loretta Cozart December 21 marks the end of the second quarter and is a Remote Learning day. Annual Leave days are December 22, 23, 28, 29, 30, and 31. Christmas holiday is December 24 and 25; New Year’s day is January 1.

Kindergarten through grade 12’s report card dis-

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tribution day is January 7.

Martin Luther King Holiday will be observed on January 18.

Board of Education meetings will be held on January 11 and 25.

Holiday road closures Christmas is just around the corner! The City of Kings Mountain is looking forward to their Home for Christmas event in Kings Mountain. Each Saturday evening, December 12 and 19 between 5 pm -10 pm, Home for Christmas activities will take place. Various roads along West Mountain Street, South Railroad Avenue, West Gold Street and South Cansler Street will be impacted. Please use extreme caution when traveling on these roads due to the increase in motor vehicles and pedestrians walking and carriage rides.

Please plan to travel different roads if you are impacted by this change.

Thank you for your cooperation in this matter. We hope you will attend Home for Christmas in Kings Mountain.

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On Dec. 1, an elderly woman drove her car into the post office after hitting the gas instead of the brake as she was parking. Photo by Reg Alexander

89-year old drives car into post office

By Loretta Cozart An 89-year old woman drove her car up the steps and into Kings Mountain Post office on East Gold Street at approximately 11: 04 am on Tuesday, December 1.

The woman allegedly drove her car into the front door of the post office by pushing the accelerator in-

stead of the brake. Another individual inside the post office was struck by the car during the incident and was transported to CaroMont Regional Medical Center with what appeared to be non-life threatening injuries.

Neither the driver or the injured person were identified in the press release.

Gregory Floyd is pictured before he began his weight loss journey.

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The SBC offers oneon-one confidential business counseling, workshops/seminars on a variety of business topics, and a resource library of electronic and print materials specifically dedicated to small businesses. All services are free. Workshops are fully funded by NC Legislature, so they are able to offer classes to you at no charge.

The SBC offers the following business services: • Free one-on-one confidential business counseling • Referrals to local experts and partner agencies

• Assistance with developing your business plan • A resource library with computer access, books, and research tools • Free seminars and workshops Courses on how to start a business, write a business plan, basics of bookkeeping, HR resources for business owners, and tax planning are on their calendar beginning in January. Free counseling is also available online. For more information, contact Brad Rivers, Director at 704922-6449 or rivers.brad@ gaston.edu.

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King arrested Operation Sleigh ■ POLICE on larceny and Ride continues other charges A t approximately 10:39 am on Friday, December 4, Kings Mountain KING Police Department responded to a call in reference to a larceny that had just occurred at Bridges Hardware. Suspect description was given out and KMPD Officer Bullins located and approached the suspect.

During this incident, the suspect lead the officer on a foot chase where the suspect was able to get into a parked vehicle and locked the door.

As the officer got to the vehicle and attempted to arrest the suspect, the suspect drove off striking Officer Bullins with the vehicle.

Officer Bullins was transported to Atrium Health Cleveland Hospital in Shelby, where he was treated and released.

The suspect continued to lead other officers on vehicle chase that ended in Gaston County in a field near Gibbs Road where the suspect jumped and ran on foot.

Officers set up a perimeter and KMPD K9 was able to track the suspect straight to a residence on Gibbs Road in Bessemer City. The suspect was arrested and transported back to Kings Mountain Police Department where he was processed and then transported to Cleveland County Magistrate. He was placed under a $25,000 secured bond.

Officers involved in this incident include Kings Mountain Police, Gaston County Police, NC Highway Patrol, Bessemer City Police, Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Helicopter.

Defendant is Brandon Dwaine King, 33, of 211 Black Stallion Trail in Kings Mountain. King was charged with assault with a deadly weapon on a government official, felony to flee/ elude arrest, fail to heed light or siren, misdemeanor larceny, reckless driving to endanger, resisting public officer, and speeding.

Chief Lisa Proctor said, “I would like to thank each agency for their assistance and quick response. No additional injuries occurred during this incident.”

T h e Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office continued making arrests in BENTLEY their annual Drug Round-up last week.

The operation, titled Operation Sleigh Ride, consists of suspects who have possessed or sold dangerous narcotics in the past several months in Cleveland County.

The investigations have been extensive and will result in one person being charged and arrested each week until all the offenders are arrested, and their cases closed.

This week’s suspect is Darrell A. Bentley, 132 Wooding Place, Kings Mountain. He was charged with possession with two counts of Intent to Sell / Deliver Crack Cocaine, and

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Sell / Deliver Crack Cocaine, Maintaining a Dwelling, and two counts of Trafficking Opium. Bond was set at $250,000.

Sheriff Alan Norman states “drug use leads to other crimes, in particular breaking and entering and larcenies, where users have to steal to fund their habit”.

He further states “violence is also associated with drug dealing and many people who sell drugs possess guns during their drug transactions”.

Sheriff Norman will always make the safety of our community his top priority, and will take complaints of drug sales very seriously, and requests that anyone with information on drug dealers in their neighborhood contact the Cleveland County Vice/Narcotics Division at 704-484-4987.

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ARRESTS NOV. 23: Cynthia Diana Stamey, 33, 606 E. Gold St., order for arrest, $500 secured bond.

NOV. 25: Paul Adams Messer III, 48, Gastonia, simple possession marijuana, no operator’s license, open container, failure to appear for misdemeanor charges in Gastonia and transported to Gaston County Detention Center. $1,000 secured bond.

NOV. 28: Tyrek Avery Boyd, 21, 227 Walker Street, order for arrest, probation violation, $20,000 secured bond.

NOV. 28: Jessica Lynn Gosnick, 41, Shelby, felony larceny, $2500 secured bond.

NOV. 29: Christopher Wayne Shirey, 22, 114 Raven Circle, order for arrest, failure to appear in Lincolnton court on misdemeanor charge.

NOV. 29: Daniel Christopher Dotson, 42, Shelby, felony larceny, misdemeanor larceny, misdemeanor possession of stolen property, $7500 secured bond.

NOV. 30: Gwendolyn Laverne Blanton, 67, 414 Scotland Drive, DWI, driving left of center, reckless driving, $3,000 unsecured bond.

DEC. 1: Uriah McCree, 18, 202 S. Juniper Street, resisting public officer, $1,000 secured bond.

reckless driving and driving left of center after the 2009 Buick she was operating struck a 2014 Dodge operated by Threcie Brown, 849 Mountain Crest Drive, and a 2009 Kia operated by Phillip Byers, 138 Wiggins Lane.

The accident happened on NC 161 when the Blanton vehicle crossed left of center striking the Brown vehicle and ran off the roadway striking the Byers vehicle.

Blanton was transported by Cleveland County EMS to a Gastonia hospital. Property damages were estimated at $11,000.

DEC. 1: Officer Brent Herndon said Lois Fisher Brown, 89, was attempting to park her 1998 Buick at Kings Mountain Post Office, 115 E. Gold Street, and pushed the gas pedal instead of the brake pedal. Her vehicle crashed through the front entry doors of the Post Office striking Darrell Mitchel Forbes, 80, 606 McDaniel Road, who was walking inside the Post Office. Forbes was transported by Cleveland County EMS to Caromont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia to be checked for possible injuries. Property damage was estimated at $10,000 to the Post Office and $1200 to the vehicle.

INCIDENTS NOV. 25: Bridges Hardware, 301 West King St., reported shoplifting of tools.

NOV. 25: A resident of Starmount Drive reported someone tampered with her vehicle.

NOV. 26: A resident of Clinton Drive reported damage to vehicle.

NOV. 26: A resident of Phenix Street reported theft of a 4x12 Tilt trailer.

NOV. 28: A resident of James Court reported theft of a $700 .40 caliber Springfield Armory XD Sub Compact firearm.

DEC. 1: A resident of Crouse reported theft of a $8,000 green Harley Davidson motorcycle with saddlebags from a parking space on York Road.

DEC. 1: Food Lion, 610 E. King Street, reported a shopper filled a cart with nearly $100 worth of merchandise and left the store without paying for it.

CITATIONS Nov. 19: Christian Wayne Johnson, 23, 142 Park Grace Road, expired tag, no operator’s license.

NOV. 22” Shannon Moevy, 22, Bessemer City, possession marijuana, possession drug paraphernalia.

NOV. 25: Makala Dobbs, 30, Stanley, parking in fire lane.

NOV. 26: Lexus Brewer, 20, open container in passenger area of vehicle, underage drinking.

NOV. 26: Kaley Messer, 19, Bessemer City, open container, underage drinking.

NOV. 28: Tyrek Avery Boyd, 21, 227 Walker Street, no vehicle registration, giving false name to officer, no operator’s license.

NOV. 28: Jerry Alan Stevens, 49, Shelby, revoked license, no vehicle registration, no tag, no liability insurance, no new certificate of title.

NOV. 29: Jessica Gosnick, 41, breaking and entering a building on York Road.

DEC. 1: Demetrius Turner, 27, 1217 S. Battleground Ave. Lot 22, revoked driver’s license.

DEC. 2: Cynthia Stamey, 33, 616 E. Gold Street, revoked driver’s license.

DEC. 2: Gary Brandon Lee Burns, 42, Grover, no vehicle registration, revoked driver’s license.

DEC. 2: Dionne Smith, 48, shoplifting, expired tag, no vehicle inspection.

WRECKS NOV. 26: Officer F. L. Wittington cited Susanna Mintz of Gastonia, operating a 2013 Chevrolet, with failure to maintain lane control after her vehicle crossed the median and hit a 2014 Jeep operated by Calan Michael Sherrin, 615 Ginger Drive.

The accident happened on NC 161. Property damage was estimated at $6,000.

NOV. 29: Officer M.J. Howard charged Gwendolyn Laverne Blanton, 414 Scotland Drive, with DWI,

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Parking was scarce as citizens enjoyed the holiday festivities in Downtown Kings Mountain.

Photos by Loretta Cozart

Bree Jones with her grandmother, Brenda Norket.

Two young passenger await their ride with Santa.

Shopkeepers have their windows dressed for the holidays.

Patriot’s Park at dusk.

Clifford the Big Red Dog and other creatures await you in Patriots Park.

SANTA From Page 1A well as several children’s favorites like Clifford the Big Red Dog, and quirky alligators by the creek.

Horse drawn carriages carried riders through town, passed decorated homes. Santa hosted riders in a special sleigh and a couple got engaged just before their turn to ride in the carriage.

Shoppers gathered in the Artisans Pop-up Market to view the wares of many shopkeepers. These holiday events will continue for two more Saturday evenings, December 12 and 19 beginning at 5:30 pm.

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New carolers welcome visitors to the library.

Photos by Loretta Cozart (Right) This bench on the porch of the library is decorated and makes a great reading spot.

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From Page 1A Young hopes the painting will commence later this week “My plan it to maintain the original shape and form of the building, but I want to achieve a very clean feel through the paints I choose.

The roof color is a combination black/brown,” Young said.

“The biggest challenge I face currently is finding the labor to do the work. Everyone is so busy. I tried to hire

BOLIN From Page 1A be on-hand for pictures. All activities are outdoors.

In 1970, Barbara Ellen Bolin and her husband, Herman, lived at 705 Ramseur Street before moving to their new home on Cansler Street. The couple has three children: Cindy, David, and Jeff.

When Jeff was born, Barbara Ellen decided to stay home with him and began a daycare in her home; there was plenty of room for a daycare in their new basement. Eventually, the Bolin's business outgrew the space, and they decided to move the Daycare back to their house on Ramseur Street.

On June 30, 1977, the Bolin's bought land at the corner of Park Street and Ramseur Street shortly after the NCDOT announced plans for the Hwy. 74 Bypass and their property was condemned.

Their new Daycare was in a prime location, directly across the street from North School. In time, Bolin's Daycare became a family affair and daughter Cindy, son Jeff and his wife Kelly, worked in the business.

In 2003, Jeff and Kelly purchased the business from Barbara Ellen. It made sense because they had worked there for years, helping in the day-to-day operations.

"We never told anyone we bought the business, and mom continued to work with us until just a few years ago," said Jeff.

The facility has space for 98 students, and the Bolin's employ eight teachers.

Kelly adds, "We would love

paint.”

“The 2000 children’s wing got new carpet a year and a half ago, and we have replaced all windows that had lost their seal. We have been working hard the past few years to get the library back in good shape. We are extremely grateful for all the community support we have received.” local, but finding the labor anywhere is difficult right now. I recently hired JW McGinnis Architects of Shelby to draw the plans.”

It took Young almost three months to find an architect to draw plans for the building. “I hope to submit architectural stamped plans to Code Enforcement Director Clint Houser by the end of December.” “If we can meet that goal, I hope to have the building completed by spring,” she added. “I anticipate a 60 to 90 turnaround to be feasible, weather permitting.” to add more children, so we are always looking for good teachers."

"Daycare is a lot more than just babysitting," said Kelly. "Bolin's Daycare is very structured with a focus on preparing children for Kindergarten. Our students always do well on their Kindergarten assessment."

"Our employees are the key to our success," said Kelly. "Ashley Bradford has been with us for 27 years, and former students often ask if Miss Ashley still works with us. We are happy to tell them that she does. Many of our teachers have been with us for a long time."

Another popular question the Bolin's are asked is if they still have Candy Day. Every Friday, children come to the office and get a piece of candy and the tradition continues.

Friday is also Hot Dog and Chili Day. "Hot Dog and Chili Day is very popular with our children," Kelly said. When asked the secret to their chili, Jeff replied, "It is so simple…" Kelly quickly interrupted, saying, "The chili recipe is highly classified," and they both laughed.

"We invite the community to come to celebrate with us on our 50th birthday. We hope people come to visit and reminisce, go in the classrooms, and have those good memories come back to them," Kelly said. The Bolin's plan to have photos from the Daycare's early years on display during the gathering.

"We have had children who have come back to us with their children; it's a good feeling. It is a huge compliment," Kelly said.

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Tis’ The Season In the book that without of Ecclesiastes even realizing it, chapter 3:1 it we sometimes says, “To every allow those culthing there is a tural conversaseason, and a tions to affect time to every us more than we purpose under allow Christ to the heaven…”. affect us. Ouch!

In verse 3 it For those of states “A time to us who profess kill, and a time to be moral and Rev. John Houze to heal; a time People’s Baptist Church Christian, we to break down, need to underand a time to stand the other build up…” This is where part of verse 3, the part that we have been over the last says, “a time to heal… and several months. a time to build up”. This Take a moment and election season, the red and think how your words have blue or left and right has so reflected your tolerance polarized us that we have level for someone with dif- forgotten about righteousferent views and the inten- ness. sity of your conversations This is the season to when interacting in the new share love, hope, kindculture we live in. I believe ness and exercise the gift

of forgiveness toward one another. Because if we don’t, we won’t be forgiven. None of us have been perfect in our decision- making so let’s close our fault-finding lens and empty the stones out of our pockets. Let’s focus on what truly matters.

This is the season when a Savior by the name of Jesus was born of a Virgin to save us from our sins.

We can’t undo or go back to yesterday, but we can make decisions today that will lead to a better tomorrow. This moment we’re in is one of peace on earth and goodwill toward men; where we stand united with one another because a house divided against itself cannot stand but a threefold cord is not quickly broken.

The captain of the Titanic said the ship was unsinkable and even when it hit the iceberg there were divisions and disagreements on board that resulted in lives being lost; all because they couldn’t see the enemy. Our iceberg is called COVID 19. We have experienced death and torn down long enough, now it is time to heal and build.

If you and I will forgive (it’s a choice) and love one another as flawed human beings, we can bring Joy to the world that surpasses the difficulties we’ve seen this year. After all this is the season to be jolly and love will cover a multitude of sins. Be Blessed!

Wednesday, December 9, 2020

E. Gold St. Wesleyan Church Food Pantry December 10 The Good Neighbors Food Pantry will be open Thursday, December 10th from 5:30 – 6:30 pm.

East Gold Street Wesleyan

Church, 701 East Gold Street, Kings Mountain.

Food is delivered to your car at the back of the church building.

First Wesleyan Church Smoky Mountain Christmas Join First Wesleyan Church in Kings Mountain at 505 Piedmont Avenue for a “Smoky Mountain Christmas” musical presentation on Sunday, December 20.

There will be two per-

formances, first one is at 9:30 am & an encore performance at 11 am. These performances will take place in the Family Life Center/Engage building.

The public is welcome.

Meets For One Hour Weekly To Pray For Your Child, Their School And Teachers To Find Out How To Join Or Start A Group Log On To: www.momsinprayer.or

Kings Mountain Area Church Directory Emmanuel Independent Baptist Church 102 Canterbury Road 704-730-7855

Good Hope Presbyterian Church 105 N. Cansler Street 704-739-1062

Faith Ablaze Church 1128 S. York Road 704-739-8496

Grace Fellowship 144 West Mountain Street 704-481-8888

Faith Baptist Church 1009 Linwood Road

Grace United Methodist Church 830 Church Street 704-739-6000

Faith Holiness Church Hwy. 161/ Bessemer City Rd. 704-739-1997 Family Worship Center 1818 Shelby Road 704-739-7206

Family Worship Center 1818 Shelby Rd. • Kings Mountain Advent Lutheran Church, NALC Member 230 Oak Grove Rd. 704-750-0171 Anew Beginning Baptist Church 145 Battleground Dr. 704-473-1372 Ardent Life Church 420 Branch Street 704-739-7700

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

Dixon Presbyterian Church 602 Dixon School Road dixonpresbyterian.com

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

Connections Church 306 N. Piedmont Ave. 704-750-4972

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

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

Cornerstone Church Of God 202 Margrace Road 704-689-4430

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

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

Calvary Way Holiness Church 1017 Second Street Pastor Clifton Morgan

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

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Cornerstone Independent Baptist 107 Range Road 704-737-0477 Crowders Mountain Baptist 125 Mayberry Lane 704-739-0310 David Baptist Church 2300 David Baptist Church Road 704-739-4555

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

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Kings Mountain Baptist Church 101 W. Mountain Street 704-739-2516

First Church of the Nazarene 121 Countryside Road 704-734-1143

Life of Worship Ministries 405 S. Cherokee St. 704-777-2927

First Presbyterian Church 111 E. King Street 704-739-8072

Kings Mtn.Dream Center 1128 York Road 704-739-8496 Tim & Angie Goates, Pastors www.kmdreamcenter.com

First Wesleyan Church 505 N. Piedmont Avenue 704-739-4266 Galilee United Methodist 117 Galilee Church Road 704-739-7011 Gloryland Missionary Baptist Church 101 Benfield Rd. 704-740-7212 Gospel Assembly Church 202 S. Railroad Avenue 704-739-5351

Long Creek Presbyterian Church 701 Long Creek Road 704-629-4406 Love Valley Baptist Church 2032 Bethlehem Road 704-730-0075 Macedonia Baptist Church 1101 S. Battleground Avenue 704-739-6811

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Many are saying of me, “God will not deliver him.”

But you, LORD, are a shield around me, my glory, the One who lifts my head high.

I call out to the LORD, and he answers me from his holy mountain. I lie down and sleep; I wake again, because the LORD sustains me.

I will not fear though tens of thousands assail me on every side.

Psalm 3:2-6

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■ LIFESTYLES

The Library that Dolly Expedition to the Built premiers Dec. 10 North Pole this week Cleveland County Partnership for Children, Inc. and The Dollywood Foundation are presenting a free one-night-only live streaming world premiere event for The Library That Dolly Built, a behind-the-scenes look at Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library.

Originally scheduled as a nationwide live event on more than 300 screens this spring, the world premiere for The Library That Dolly Built has been reimagined as a free live stream screening of the film, exclusively on Facebook, available nationally on Wednesday, December 9th at 7pm EST. The screening will be followed by a conversation with, and live acoustic performance, by Dolly Parton.

Viewers can tune into the live screening and conversation on FB.ME/dollysimaginationlibrary and ImaginationLibrary.com. In addition, the European premiere will be Thursday, December 10th at 7pm GMT, and the Australian premiere will be Friday, December 11th at 7pm AEDT. Parton created the Imagination Library to inspire a love for books and reading amongst the nation’s preschool children. Since inception in 1995, the Imagination Library has grown into a global endeavor and recently hit a new milestone, gifting its 150 millionth book. The Imagination Library is currently gifting books to 1.7 million children around the world each month.

Dolly Parton said, "I am so excited that we can finally tell the whole story of the Imagination Library.

It is certainly not just about me. Our story is the story of children, of families and

communities who all share the dream to inspire kids to love to read and to love to learn. My hope is this documentary will encourage more towns, more states, and even more countries to jump onboard. One thing is for sure, I think this is the best investment I have ever made!"

Cleveland County Partnership for Children., Inc. Rosie Allen, Executive Director, stated, “Cleveland County was one of the first local partnerships to participate in the Dolly Parton Imagination Library. Over 43,000 books have been given to the children in our community through this amazing program. Reading to young children is one of the best gifts a parent can give their child. Early literacy prompts a love of books and language development.

Both are essential for success in school and life. We celebrate the 25th anniversary of Dolly Parton’s Imagination library with ongoing support in Cleve-

land County, look forward to serving many more children in the years to come.”

The Library That Dolly Built, directed and produced by journalism professor and director of Land Grant Films Nick Geidner, and narrated by Danica McKellar, goes behind the scenes of Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, to show how one of the most famous and beloved performers in the world has partnered with thousands of local community organizations to develop an efficient and effective program for spreading the love of reading. Imagination Library started as a gift for the children in Dolly’s hometown, Sevierville, Tennessee, and is now active in all 50 states, and 5 countries, gifting 1.7 million free, age-appropriate books to children every month.

The film also provides a glimpse of the profound impact the Imagination Library has on the people through original interviews with authors, policymakers, Imagination Library staff, recipients, and the legend herself, Dolly Parton. Woven throughout the film is a biographical sketch of Dolly Parton, featuring rare photos and films from her childhood. Unlike most biographies of Dolly, it doesn’t focus on her music.

Instead, it demonstrates that at every point in her career, any time she has had success, Dolly Parton has come back to Sevierville to give back to her people.

For more information, please visit www.imaginationlibrary.com/film

Rudolph! Where are you?

Children of Kings Mountain are searching for their favorite reindeer, Rudolph. We must find him before Christmas Eve. Look for him across the bridge. He may be getting supplies for the North Pole workshop. Paint, wood, hammers, nails and maybe even a wreath for Mrs. Clause.

Take a picture if you find him, share the picture on Facebook at #wheresrudolph and come by Mauney Library for a prize.

Join Santa Claus himself on a whirlwind journey to the North Pole on December 10 at 4 pm. Step inside the magical toy shop with your own elf guide as they work on new inventions, meet Mrs. Claus in her kitchen where you’ll find the secret to her special cookies, and snuggle up by the fire as Santa relives the most magical night ever in his special rendition of “The Night Before Christmas!”

The best part? This fully-immersive virtual experience allows you to interact in real time with all of the characters.

Experience Christmas magic like never before.

Presented by Sigmon Theatrical on Facebook Live.

This is an online event.

Event URL: https://www. facebook.com/mauneylibrary.

For questions, or to join our Friends of the Library, email info@mauneylibrary.org or call the library at (704) 739-2371.

The Friends of the Mauney Memorial Library thank the community for its continued

support. Mauney Memorial Library is located at 100 S. Piedmont Avenue, Kings Mountain, NC 28086.

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

Peppermint Cheesecake Brownies Recipe courtesy of Sarah Bates of “The Chef Next Door” on behalf of Milk Means More Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 30 minutes Servings: 16 Nonstick cooking spray CHEESECAKE BATTER: 8 ounces low-fat cream cheese, at room temperature 1/3 cup granulated sugar 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract 2 eggs 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour BROWNIE BATTER: 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 cup cocoa powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup granulated sugar 1/4 cup vegetable oil 1/4 cup milk 2 eggs 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract TOPPING: 1/2 cup peppermint baking pieces Preheat oven to 350 F. Coat 8-inch square baking pan with nonstick cooking spray; set aside.

To make cheesecake batter: Place cream cheese in bowl of stand mixer.

Beat on medium speed until smooth and creamy.

Add sugar and peppermint extract; beat well. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.

Add flour and beat mixture until blended.

To make brownie batter: In medium bowl, whisk flour, cocoa powder and salt until combined. In separate bowl, whisk sugar, oil, milk, eggs and vanilla until well combined. Add wet ingredients to dry

ingredients and mix until blended.

Pour brownie batter evenly into prepared pan.

Carefully pour cheesecake batter over top, spreading evenly. Carefully swirl layers together using knife tip. Bake 20 minutes.

Sprinkle top of brownies with peppermint baking pieces and bake 10 minutes until brownies are set. Cool brownies completely in pan on wire rack before cutting into 16 squares.

Pinnacle Classical Academy college day Admissions officers from eleven colleges in North and South Carolina presented information about their colleges to high school students at Pinnacle Classical Academy on November 23.

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"Our students learned so much about the college admissions process," said Dr. Shelly Bullard, the school's headmaster. "We are grateful to our high school counselor, Dr. Caswell Martin, for arranging these virtual visits, and we look forward to hosting virtual presentations from other colleges in the months to come."

Located in Shelby, Pinnacle Classical Academy is a tuition-free K-12 public charter school that attracts 1,083 students from five counties.

The school's average ACT composite score ranks in the top 10% of all public school systems in North Carolina, and the 28 members of the class of 2020 were awarded a combined $3,414,868 in academic merit and athletic scholarships. Enrollment forms for the 2020-21 are being accepted through the end of February; for more information, visit the school's website or call 704-740-4040.

(Ed. Note: The recipes in today’s “Cooking Corner” are from “Monumental Recipes,’’ Volume II, a cookbook published by Kings Mountain Woman’s Club as a fund-raising project.

BOSTON BUTT BBQ Stella Putnam ½ cp Scott’s BBQ sauce ½ cup Al’s steak sauce ¼ cup mustard ¼ cup lemon juice Salt to taste 3-31/2 lb. Boston Butt Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Mix together BBQ sauce, steak sauce, mustard, lemon juice and salt until well blended. Place Boston Butt into large browning bag. Cover with mixed sauce. Bake until meat thermometer reaches 180 degrees.

CHICKEN AMANDINE Mary Ann Hendricks 1 (2.5 oz.) pkg. sliced almonds 2 T. butter, melted 4 skinned boned chicken breast halves

3 T. all- purpose flour 1 t. salt 1 t/ pepper ½ cup dry white wine Saute almonds in butter in large skillet over medium heart 4 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove almonds using a slotted spoon, reserving butter in skillet. Set almonds aside.

Place chicken breasts between 2 sheets of plastic wrap, flatten to ¼ inch thickness. combine flour, salt and pepper. Dredge chicken in flour mixture. Brown chicken in reserved butter over medium high heat. Stir in wine, cover, reduce heat and simmer 15 minutes or until chicken is done. Remove chicken to serving platter, reserving juices I n skillet. Bring juices to boil;

stir in reserved almonds.

Spoon almond mixture over chicken. Yield: 4 servings.

BANANA PUDDING Carol Brazzell 3 small instant vanilla pudding 6 cups milk 8 oz. sour cream 16 oz. Cool Whip 8-9 bananas ½ tsp. lemon juice 2 boxes vanilla wafers Mix vanilla pudding with milk. Add sour cream and mix. Add lemon juice and thawed Cool Whip. Mix. Add cut-up bananas to mixture. Layer vanilla wafers and pudding mixture.

Top with wafers. Refrigerate until serving time.

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There are two magical opportunities for you to take in our state-of-the-art Christmas light displays every night through New Year’s!

Stop in Downtown Kings Mountain, and visit many of our local businesses and the Artisan Pop-Up Market.

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NCHSAA rules sports will continue during COVID, new four-year realignment takes effect in fall ‘21 In the midst of COVID19, the North Carolina High School Athletic Association moved Thursday to go on with its plans to continue sports for the remainder of the school year, with restrictions.

As volleyball players are doing now, most athletes including basketball players will have to wear masks in practice and games and additional steps were approved to keep them safe.

Sixty second officials’ time outs will be added to

each quarter in basketball.

Practice will begin this week and games will begin in January.

Official practice for football will begin in early February with the season beginning the last Friday in February.

But, the really big announcement coming from last week’s association meeting involved realignment of conferences for the four-year period beginning in the fall of 2021.

The first draft of sug-

gested conferences will be released by the association on Friday. Schools have until January 13 to request adjustments or reassignments, but the next day the second draft will be distributed.

The deadline for schools to appeal the second draft is January 21, and realignment meets by ZOOM on January 27-28.

The Realignment Committee will consider making further adjustments on February 3 and will issue its

third draft on February 4.

February 10 is the deadline for final appeals. The Board of Directors will hear any final appeals and then vote on the 2021-25 realignment plan.

With so many schools changing classification, most conferences will see some additions and/or some departures.

It is probable that South Point, which now has 3A enrollment numbers after spending the last realignment period in the 2A

Southwestern Conference, will return to the Big South to join neighbors Stuart Cramer, Forestview, Ashbrook and North Gaston. Kings Mountain and Crest are currently in the BSC but West Mecklenburg and West Charlotte will be dropping to 3A and they may be considered for the BSC. Hunter Huss’ enrollment has dropped to the 2A level and they are expected to join East Gaston, Shelby, Burns, Chase, East Rutherford, RS Central and possibly others

in the SWC. Kings Mountain and Crest have been mentioned as possibilities for a new 3A conference involving Hickory and some present 2A schools like Maiden, Bandys, St. Stephens and Fred T. Foard that now have 3A numbers. It has also been rumored that KM may go to the Catawba County area and Crest to the Buncombe County area.

For Kings Mountain and Crest, leaving the Big South See NCHSAA, Page 2B

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KM Middle volleyball team remains undefeated. See more photos on 4B.

KM Middle volleyball eyes back-to-back championships Kings Mountain Middle’s volleyball team remained undefeated last week and is looking forward to repeating as Tri-County Conference champions.

The Lady Patriots were 4-0 heading into the final week of the regular season.

They played Crest Monday and will battle East Ruther-

ford today, both on the road.

Previously, the Lady Patriots swept Shelby, Burns, Chase and R-S Central, all in 3-0 wins. They beat Shelby 25-3, 25-4, 25-7; Burns 25-5, 25-12, 25-3; Chase 25-6, 25-6, 25-8; and RS Central 25-4, 25-10, 25-14.

Thus far, the Lady Patriots have dominated in every

aspect of the game.

Camden Paysour, a seventh grader, has 21 aces, 20 kills, 44 assists and 13 digs; Abigail Hedgepath, a seventh grader, has 40 aces, nine kills, 43 assists and 13 digs; Alexa Jones, an eighth grader, has 14 aces, 24 kills, two blocks and 26 digs;

Brooke Hamrick, an eighth grader, has 22 aces, eight kills and seven digs; London Brown, an eighth grader, has five aces, 23 kills, one block and eight digs; and Megan Harrison, a seventh grader, has nine aces, seven kills and 26 digs.

KM Mountaineers run second to powerful Forestview teams why they are always the team to beat in cross country by winning both the men’s and women’s team as well as having a men’s and women’s first place finish.”

Forestview’s 28 points topped KM’s 44 and Stuart Cramer’s 58 in the boys’ race.

The Jaguars’ top four runners crossed the finish line before Kings Mountain’s Parker Key crossed in fifth place in 19:14.

KM’s Hunter Cruise was sixth in 20:14. KM’s Kohen Johnson was 11th, Wyatt Wilson 13th, Nicholas Horn 14th, Nathan Inthavong 18th and Elliott Habel 23rd.

Forestview’s girls edged KM by seven points, 24-31. Stuart Cramer did not have five runners to finish the course so the Purple Storm did not have a team score.

KM freshman Thalia Kushman, who had taken individual honors in her first two varsity runs, finished a strong second in 23.44.

Kings Mountain High’s women’s volleyball team remained undefeated in the Big South Conference Thursday with a 3-0 victory over Forestview and was scheduled to face undefeated county rival Crest yesterday at Parker Gym in a battle for first place and the favorite’s role for the Big South Conference championship.

Both teams stood 5-0 in the conference heading into the contest.

The Lady Mountaineers swept Forestview 25-13, 2514, 25-11 on the Lady Jaguars’ home court.

Emma Goff, Ashlyn Wood, Paige Bagwell, Aaliyah Byers and Myracle Davis all were outstanding for the KM ladies.

Goff had 17 service points, seven kills and two blocks.

Wood had 10 service points and nine assists.

Bagwell contributed 18

assists and 14 digs.

Byers continued her outstanding play along the nets with 16 kills and three blocks, and also had 12 serve receptions and six digs.

Davis was also strong up front with six blocks and two kills.

Yesterday’s KM-Crest battle wrapped up the first half of play in the BSC. Kings Mountain will begin second round action Friday at Stuart Cramer and then will be idle until a home game with North Gaston on Thursday, Dec. 17.

In JV action Thursday, the Lady Mountaineers won 2518, 25-14 to run their record to 3-0.

Taylor Buchanan, Mary Quay Moss and Jessie Ozmore played an outstanding match for the KM ladies.

Buchanan had nine service points and six serve receptions, Moss eight kills and two blocks and Ozmore 11 service points and 16 assists.

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Freshman Thalia Kushman ran a strong second for Kings Mountain in last week’s cross country meet at Forestview.

Parker Key finished fifth in last week’s cross country meet at Gastonia Forestview.

Other KM ladies placing were Divinity Irvin sixth, Ashley Gural eighth, Parker Wilson

10th, Nicole Poston 11th, Emily Phelps 15th, Emma Herndon 17th and Hannah Crawford 19th.

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Kings Mountain High’s cross country teams finished second to perennial Big South Conference champion Forestview in a three-team meet with the Jaguars and Stuart Cramer last week in Gastonia.

The Mountaineers were scheduled to go to Gastonia Ashbrook yesterday for the annual Big South Conference meet. They will have their final home meet on Wed., Dec. 16 against Crest, Shelby and Burns.

Those four teams will meet again in Shelby on January 6 for the Cleveland County championship; however, if that run is cancelled because of bad weather the winner of the December 16 meet here will determine the county champion.

Mountaineer Coach Rayvis Key noted that by race time last week the temperature had dropped to 40 degrees and the wind chill was well below 40.

“The course was very muddy from the past weekend’s heavy rains,” he noted. “However, Forestview continued to show

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Buy KMHS gear today, Monday at gymnasium Kings Mountain High athletics will be selling apparel Wednesday, Dec. 9 and Monday, Dec. 14 from 8:30-10:30 a.m. in the main gym.

Everyone must wear a mask and stay six feet

apart.

Items available include hoodies, crew neck sweatshirts, long sleeve tees, short sleeve tees, beanies, hats, and more.

Only cash will be accepted.

Spikers lose to Ardrey Kell Kings Mountain volleyball suffered its first loss of the season Saturday but gave unbeaten 4A power Ardrey Kell all it could handle.

Ardrey Kell prevailed 28-26, 25-27, 25-23, 27-25 in the non-conference battle.

Kyann Crocker led the KM ladies with 20 digs, followed by Aaliyah Byers with 18 and Ashlyn Wood with 15.

Wood and Paige Bagwell had 21 assists each. Byers had 44 serve receptions and Crocker 22.

KMHS SWIM SCHEDULE December 17 – Crest and Hunter Huss at KM. January 7 – Crest and Forestview at KM. 14 – Crest, Cramer and Stuart Cramer at KM. 20 – Stuart Cramer and Ashbrook at KM. 27-29 - Big South Conference meet at KM. February 4-6 – 3A Western Regional at MAC. 10-13 – 3A state championship meet at Cary

Jessie Oehler has signed a National Letter of Intent to play softball at Cleveland Community College. Seated left to right are Oehler’s mother Tonie Stroup, Oehler and sister Rachel Oehler. Standing are CCC Athletic Director Chris Nanney and Yeti Softball Coach Ronald Beaver. Oehler is a 2019 graduate of Kings Mountain High School.

Addis and Beaver senior golf winners Tom Addis and Tony Beaver shot 76s to share low gross honors in Thursday’s Cleveland County Senior Men’s Golf Association tournament at Woodbridge.

Addis took low net with a 67.

Grady Gregory and Larry Rikard shared closest to the pin honors on hole 3.

Mike Melton sank the longest putt on 9.

Taylor’s 47 leads KM Middle golfers Kings Mountain Middle finished fourth in last week’s Tri-County Conference golf match.

Crest won with a 180 followed by Rutherford County 184, Shelby 196, KM 197 and Burns 200.

Individual scores for KM included Aiden Tay-

lor 47, Gabe Short 48, Kaliyah Watson 51, Gavin Cutler 51, Jordan Buckner 53 and Colton Willyoung 60.

The Patriots will end their season Wednesday in the conference championship match at Forest City Golf Club.

Coach Michael Kennedy works with the defensive line in football workouts Thursday at KMHS.

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Another thing that may present a problem for KM and Crest is, that beginning in the fall the regular season

for football will be reduced from 11 to 10 games with one of those 10 being an endowment game. By NCHSAA rules, conference games cannot be an endowment game so there’s a chance that if KM is in an eight-team conference that doesn’t include Crest KM’s endowment game

would be against a county rival. Half of the gate of endowment games goes to the NCHSAA and the other half is split between the two opponents. KM, Crest, Shelby and Burns normally draw much bigger crowds for county games than they do for conference games.

Another big decision made by the NCHSAA last week is that they will no longer sub-divide for playoffs so there will be only four state champions - classes 1A, 2A, 3A and 4A. However, it’s expected that 64 teams in each classification will qualify for the playoffs.

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Head coach Greg Lloyd works with the offensive line in football workouts Thursday at KMHS.

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KM DOLPHINS – The KM Dolphins won the regular season championship in the YMCA 13-15 year old football league. Back row, left to right, Emmanuel Oritz, JW Eagle, Trey T, Lucas Bradley and head coach Ray Biddix. Front row, Devan Evans, Dylan Evans, Lucas Ward.

Not pictured Bryce Hall and CJ Houser.

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KM GIANTS – The KM Giants were the 7-9 year old YMCA champions for the regular season.

Head coach was Barry Stanek and assistant was Dan Rothwell. Pictured, back row left to right, Caleb Marten, Taylor Rothwell, Jordan Phillips, Jasmine Twitty, Ryker Ingram, Peyton Millenovich. Front row Jayden Phillips, Tyler Stanek, Titian Ray.

KM RAVENS 13-15 – The KM Ravens were regular season runner up in the 13-15 year old YMCA football league. Back row, left to right, assistant coach Brandon Bullock, Cameron Bell, Camden, Vance Johnson, Mason Weaver and head coach TJ Robinette. Front, left to right, Tucker Robinette Nick Moss, Jordyn Gant.

KM RAVENS 10-12 – The KM Ravens were the 10-12 regular season champions in the YMCA football league. Back row, left to right, assistant coach Brandon Bullock Noah Rhodes, Tucker Robinette, Dax Morehead, Mikey Hall, Brandon McComas, Wyatt Benfield and head coach TJ Robinette. Front, left to right, Riley Newsome, Hudson Rhodes, Bank Myers, Maverik Worcester. Not pictured Josiah Guyton.

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BBB warns beware of fake deals on gaming consoles With many people shopping for gifts on a budget this holiday season, scammers are taking advantage of the demand for pricey gaming consoles by promoting fake deals on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4 PRO, and the new PlayStation 5. Be sure to use caution when buying a console online.

How the Scam Works You find a popular gaming console for sale online at a reduced price. Hoping to save some money, you research the seller’s website and find a few positive reviews. Convinced, you make your purchase via PayPal or another online payment method.

You receive an email confirmation with shipping information and a tracking

number. If you receive a package at all from the company, it isn’t a gaming console – instead, it is a valueless phone cover or similar small object. Since you technically received a shipment, you will be unable to contest the purchase with the third-party who processed the payment.

Attempts to contact the company are useless. No one answers your phone calls or emails. One consumer who never received any package reported to the BBB, “I attempted to reach out to the email address on their website, however I received an email informing me that it was not a valid email address.

I then attempted to call the phone number listed on the website, [which gave me] an

automatic message informing me that the number was not valid.”

How to Avoid Online Purchase Scams ● Research the company you plan to purchase from thoroughly. It’s best to purchase items from sellers you already know and trust, but if you decide to purchase from an unfamiliar online store, do your homework first. Read as many customer reviews as you can find, look up the business on bbb.org, and do an online search with the company’s name followed by the word “scam” to see if you find any complaints.

Make sure the company has legitimate customer service contact information (not just a form you have to fill out and

hope for a response) and clear return and refund policies as well. ● Avoid impulse buying.

Scammers like to draw people in with “flash sales” and “limited time offers” in hopes you will hand over your money on impulse. Resist the urge. ● Don’t believe prices that are too good to be true. Before you start shopping, find out the price of the gaming console at a major retailer.

You can check prices online to get a general idea of what the console is selling for.

Keep that price in mind as you shop and be wary of sellers who offer the product at a steeply discounted price. You could end up spending money on a defective or counterfeit product, or no product at all.

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There is no other time of year that emphasizes giving more than Christmas. The whole Christmas story is one of giving. It is God GARY MILLER giving the world his Son. The picture of the giver however is different from much of what is seen today. This giver gave under no obligation and without expectation of receiving anything.

He gave something of so much value, the receiver can only stand in awe, not of the gift only, but of the heart of the one who would give something of such great personal value. An observant outdoors person can see some tremendous and important qualities of God. First of all, we can see his unmerited generosity. This entire natural world has been given to man for his provision and pleasure. None of us deserved such a gift but it was given to us because the nature of God is to give. We can also see the distinct and impeccable taste of God. By looking at nature we can see the creator wanted to give us something so beautiful and awe-inspiring that no mere human could claim its idea or ownership. We can also see the ability of God. If God can create these lands and waters that we enjoy, is there anything He cannot do?

David described those things in nature this way when he wrote in Psalm 19; “They speak without a sound or word; their voice is never heard. Yet their message has gone throughout the earth and their words to all the world.” There is no doubt in the eyes and ears of those who love the outdoors, God is a giving God who loved mankind so much he wanted to give us His best. However, when God gave us his son it was not only because he chose to give us his best, but because there was no other way. God would now have to choose between his love for all of mankind and allowing his own son to suffer and die. We know which he chose. As you and I enjoy the outdoors, let it remind us of God’s ability and his desire for us to have his best. But as we celebrate Christmas let it remind us of his great love; for it was because of this love, he gave us his only Son.

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THE HAIRIS STUDIO by Brook Maness. OPEN in the old Randall’s Barber Shop. 114 Frank Randall Drive, Mooresboro. brooklynleeann8@gmail.com, 828-429-4836.

IT’S TIME TO TRIM CREPE MYRTLE TREES. Spreading Mulch or Gravel, minor chainsaw work and storm clean-up. I can do many of your outside chores with over 15 years experience all over Cleveland County and stretching to the Forest City area. Nice, honest, dependable, clean, drug-free, he’s an all around great guy and handyman, so call Rob today and see what I can help you with. (980) 295-0750

FRED’S FIREWOOD!!!

SEASONED CUT, SPLIT HARDWOOD. Will deliver 10 mile radius of Forest City. 828-202-1000.

OLD RECORDS LOT OF 7000 Over 7000 records, ranging from 40’s to early 70’s.

Condition from good to brand new in plastic cover. NO Cherry picking.

Must sell the entire lot. Records collected over several years. IE: Sinatra, Cline Elvis, etc. (828) 625-9744 csisams@hotmail.com

WORKING HEELER/LAB PUPPIES. Male & female, wormed, groomed & 1st shots. $150 each. Can text pictures.

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PLACE YOUR ORDERS FOR THE HOLIDAY!! Tom’s Bakery, 120 Belvedere Ave., Shelby, NC 28150. Email: tgreene1@ twc.com or visit tomsbakery.net (704) 473-1413

COINS * COINS * COINS. We Buy & Sell Coins. “Coin Collector Supplies.” JAKE’S KNIVES & COLLECTIBLES. 1008 South Lafayette Street, Shelby. (980) 295-5568 UNIQUE ANTIQUE STATION: Farm House Decor, Antiques and Collectibles. Tuesday-Friday, 11am-4pm. Saturday, 11am-3pm. 985 US 74 Business Hwy., Ellenboro. Find us on FB. 828-382-0075.

CLEVELAND COUNTY GARAGE DOORS. Fall Tune-up Special, $59.95. We will check all your equipment lube, make sure it’s working correctly. We repair broken doors. Also offering new installations. 704-4779119 or 704-472-9367.

IN NEED OF ROLLBACK DRIVER. Must have experience and good driving record. Apply in person at 1025 County Home Road, Shelby, NC. (704) 4724666 GENERAL CONSTRUCTION NEEDED for rental property.

Please call (704) 473-4299 PART TIME PAINTER NEEDED. For rental houses as they become vacant. Please call (704) 473-4299 TRUCK DRIVERS NEEDED!!!

LOCAL HAULS. Home every night! Good pay. 828-748-5893.

NOW HIRING. Experienced roofers needed. (704) 477-0516 FULL TIME MAINTENANCE MAN NEEDED. Maintain rental properties. Must have valid NC Drivers license. Pay depends on experience. (704) 473-4299 EARN WHILE YOU LEARN. Price Brothers, Inc., Plumbing.

(Equal Opportunity Employer).

Join our team!!! APPLY TODAY. pbiplumbing.com/employment MECHANIC WANTED. Must have at least 2 years experience. Must be able to do brakes, water pumps, radiators, alternators, power steering, remove & replace engines & transmissions. Apply in person: Francis Brothers Used Cars, 134 N. Main St, Boiling Springs, NC. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

BUSINESS SERVICES

DEER APPLES FOR SALE. $9 per bag. 828-287-3272.

PROPANE GRILL TANKS REFILLED. Only $10.99. Call 828287-3272.

18X21X6 REGULAR STYLE CARPORT. Free braces on all legs. $1,095. 704-482-3166.

ALL METAL GARAGES. Big Discounts! Call for more details.

828-382-0455.

HANDYMAN SERVICES. Offering: yard work, mulching, trees and bushes trimmed. Clean flower beds, pressure washing, minor repairs. Decks stained & restored. Any Handyman Services. No Job too Big or Small!

References available, over 25 years experience. Call us first, 704-692-4449.

HANDYMAN SERVICES. Offering: yard work, mulching, trees and bushes trimmed. Clean flower beds, pressure washing, minor repairs. Decks stained & restored. Any Handyman Services. No Job too Big or Small!

References available, over 25 years experience. Call us first, 704-692-4449.

AFFORDABLE LANDSCAPING AND LEAF PICKUP. LEAF PICKUP, MULCHING, AND HEDGES, ALSO STORM CLEAN UP !! CALL TODAY FOR A FREE ESTIMATE! (704) 466-2333 BRANDONADKINS4619@ GMAIL.COM

HIGH QUALITY BANNERS FOR SALE. We offer many sizes and options. Call for more info and price. 704-692-4449.

SHIPMAN’S MASONRY- 48 YEARS EXPERIENCE. Brick, Block & Stone, Outside Fireplaces, Foundations, Underpinnings.

“Free Estimates”. 1st Quality Work! (863) 532-1587

CHILD CARE EMPLOYMENT

DEER CORN, SHELLED, 50LBS, $7. Cob Corn, $8. 828287-3272.

CARETAKER. Work Sat and Sun 6 hours per day. For information call Mabley 704-7504270, (828) 395-3792 wattt47@ yahoo.com

YARD SALES CLEVELAND COUNTY BARNYARD SALE Fri., 3 pm-6 pm and Sat., 8 am-2 pm, Christmas items, Furniture, Doors plus lots more. Multi-family Sale at 3218 Bridges Dairy Rd., Shelby, NC (Polkville).

MOVING: GARAGE/YARD SALE. Saturday, December 12, 10:00-? Rain or shine. In carport, screened-in porch. 800 Canterbury Road, Kings Mountain, NC 28086

FOR SALE FESQUE HAY FOR SALE $4.50 per bale. Call 704-538-4110. If no answer, leave message.

PECANS FOR SALE. $2 per pound. (704) 842-2662 ASSORTMENT OF CHILTON REPAIR MANUALS. I have a large assortment of Chilton Auto Repair Manuals. Some are imports and trucks. Some Motor Manuals all are hard back copies. Best Offer! (704) 300-1818 kim_hopper@bellsouth.net

WE HAVE TRAILERS IN STOCK! GOOSENECKS, NEW AND USED, 7 TON AND 10 TON. ENCLOSED 4x6, 5x8, 5x10, 6x10, 6x12, 7x14, (7x14 7k), 8.5x20 (10k AUTO CARRIER), DUMP TRAILERS. ALL SIZES OF UTILITY TRAILERS, 2020 & 2021 WITH MORE ON WAY! J. Johnson Sales, Inc. 2690 US Hwy 221S., Forest City.

828-245-5895.

LOVING CARE GIVER. Looking for someone to care for. Light housekeeping and cooking.

Available days, nights or weekends in Rutherford County only.

(828) 447-8386 DECK NEED A FACE LIFT? I have built or repaired hundreds.

We fix most anything made of wood. Room Enclosures. Rutherford/Cleveland County areas.

Bob, 828-476-6058.

RV/CAMPER ROOFS. Install, Water Damage, Wrecks, Insurance Claims, Roof Kits, Parts.

Repairs & Service. Also, Mobile Repair. 24/7. 828-453-8113.

TRIPLE D PAINTING AND WOODWORK. All your painting needs, free estimates, over 25 yrs experience! Framing, facial boards and much more wood work available!

Making your home, building or business look new again.

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4 OAK BAR STOOLS. 24” high seat, $160. 3 brown metal file cabinets $20 ea. (704) 418-0372 4 CHRISTMAS BED IN BAG. Queen sizes. Also several comforters, solid & patchwork, (Bed in Bag). Brand new and like new. Large birdcage, white glider rocker with blue cushions, 2 sewing machines. 704-6926729, (704) 434-9540 1912 SELF PLAYER PIANO. In good condition, good tuned. $1400. Music rolls included.

(704) 470-7134

CARPORTS, GARAGES, RV COVERS, FREE STANDING LEAN TO’S. Areas largest on site display. J. Johnson Sales, Inc. 2690 US Hwy 221S., Forest City. 828-245-5895.

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

(828) 577-4197 CASH FOR YOUR CAR running or not, title or no title. Call Charles Dellinger at Red Road Towing. 704692-6767, (704) 487-0228

WANT TO BUY CARS, TRUCKS. Trailers, Tractors, Farm Equipment. Must have ID and proof of ownership. Callahan’s Towing. (704) 692-1006 WANTED: OLD AND NEW AMMO. Reloading supplies.

828-245-6756.

FARM & GARDEN

5 FOOT HOWSE PLOW. This is a 6 year old plow never used.

New condition. Original price $1000. Sell price, $750. 828447-7331.

WE STOCK METAL FOR ALL your roofing or repair needs.

J. Johnson Sales, Inc. Forest City. 828-245-5895.

CKC REGISTERED BOXER PUPPIES. 4 wks old and will be ready for Christmas. Pick one and I will hold. Shots, worming will be UTD. $300 each. (704) 466-3135

TWO CEMETERY PLOTS. Two burial plots in Section II of Rose Hill Memorial Park, Graves 1 and 2, Lots 256. $1800 for both. Call 704-482-2647 or 704-477-7625, if no answer leave your name & number.

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SIBERIAN HUSKY PUPPIES for sale. Ready for a great gift at Christmas. Blue eyes. AKC registered. 704-300-1466.

CAMPERS WANT TO BUY. Pop-up campers. Call 828-429-3935.

1998 27’ FLEETWOOD Tracker Trailstar. On Ford E-450 Super Duty, w/36,330 miles. Great deal at $7,995. Never be homeless!

828-453-0828.

CARS & TRUCKS 2008 FORD RANGER FX4.

4 door, 4.0 engine, automatic, cruise/tilt, aluminum wheels, running boards, headliner, red w/grey bottom, $6950. 828-2873820.

2002 FORD RANGER 4 doors, automatic, 3.0, Camper Top, Body great condition, engine needs work. $900.00. Vale817-907-6338.

1979 CADILLAC SEDAN DEVILLE. Nice, classic, antique, 425 engine, 400 trans, 60k miles, $6500. Cell, 870-4044810, Forest City.

AMERICAN SHORTHAIR. His name is Ringo and he looks just like the Meow Mix cat, beautiful.

Free to good home. (704) 2996391

GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPS. Will be ready by Dec 18th.

Males & females $250. (704) 718-3827 FREE KITTENS TO GOOD HOME. Litter box trained. (704) 470-5917 MIN PIN PUPPIES. Parents registered, puppies can be.

Born July 4th, 2020. First shots & wormed, $450 each. 828289-3905.

MOTORCYCLES & ATVS

2015 KAWASAKI KX250 Excellent Condition. Only 19 Hours Running Time. Several Add Ons. $3500. Call 704-487-7838 For More Details.

VACATIONS OCEAN LAKES MYRTLE BEACH. Cottage N34. 2 bedroom, 2 bath, den, kitchen, dining, covered deck, near country store. Call Dorcas, 803718-2659, (803) 635-9831

REAL ESTATE CLEVELAND COUNTY

SEMI FIRM FULL SIZE MATTRESS and box springs. Mattress protector cover while on bed. Had for 3 months. Asking $200. (704) 460-9494

FREE UPRIGHT PIANO. You pick up. 3 Keys need work. In the basement so easy access for loading. (704) 692-4379

“COVETED VETERANS CIRCLE” In Gaston Memorial Park. Three Burial Plots For Sale. Will Sell Together or Individually. (919) 272-5503 FREE OAK FIREWOOD. You Cut - You Haul. Easy Access.

(704) 734-7690

MOBILE HOME FOR RENT. A one-bedroom mobile home for rent near Casar for one person only. No pets. A background check will be required.

Call 704-284-0983 or 704-6920960 after 6:00 p.m. or anytime on weekends. morrisonjr88@ yahoo.com 2BR, 1BA. Appliances, central heat/air. $650 month, $650 deposit. HAP ok. 704-487-8282, 704-692-0091. 314 Grice St. Shelby, NC 28150 HOUSE IN COUNTRY. 3 bedroom, 2 bath Private House.

W/D hookup. $990 Sec. Dep. & Ref. required. Call for info, 704538 7661. Lawndale, NC 28090 MOBILE HOMES & APARTMENTS. In Kings Mountain.

Price starting at $100 per week.

Call (704) 739-4417 MOVE IN SPECIAL. 2 & 3 Bedroom, deposit required. $190 weekly rates. Includes power and water. NO PETS. Visit us online at Oakwood Rentals, Shelby. Call (704) 473-4299 1, 2 & 3 BEDROOM TOWNHOMES. Shelby, NC. We are currently accepting applications for our waiting list. Rent is based on income (and some expenses are deducted). Call or visit us today, Laurel Hill Apartments 704-487-1114. Equal Housing Opportunity.

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

Age 62 or older. Equal Housing Opportunity. 211 North Morgan Street, Shelby, NC 28150 (704) 482-7723

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

418 East Warren Street, Shelby, NC 28150 (704) 487-6354 2&3 BEDROOM MOBILE HOMES. Nice and clean, water furnished. Oak Grove Community, Kings Mtn. Call or text, 704-739-0259.

MOBILE HOME FOR RENT in small quiet park. Deck, patio, carport, central heating & A/C. Prefer non-smokers and very mature person. NO PETS. References and background check required. Cleveland Mall area. $250 deposit and $475 rent per month. 704-481-0925.

MOBILE HOMES. Mobile homes for Rent in Shelby, NC and Kings Mountain, NC. 1 to 3 bedrooms renting from $525.00 to $750.00 per month. Call Today. 704-554-8861. frontdesk@ kluttsproper t ymanagement. com

3BR, 2BA MH. Beautiful Wooded Park. AGE 50 over. Landlord on site. No pets. Background check. Call after 10am, 828429-9831.

PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS with Scratch Pads! Press Room Printing. 704-482-2243.

(704) 538-5788

DEER CORN, 60 POUND BAG. $7.00. Callahan Farms. 704300-5341, Steve 704-472-8865, Cletus, 704-300-5341, Todd (704) 692-1627

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

RUTHERFORD COUNTY

HORSE QUALITY HAY. Square and round bales, also 3x3x8’ bales. Call (704) 487-6855

PURE RAW LOCAL HONEY. $18 per quart, $10 per pint. Produced in Rutherford County. Call or text Jackson Corbin, 828-980-1823.

RETAIL SPACE FOR RENT UPTOWN. Rent is $750 month, 704-472-3100, 704-472-4666.

228 S. Lafayette St., Shelby, NC 28150

1997 FORD ECONOLINE COMMERCIAL CUTAWAY E-350 WORK TRUCK. High back, 7.3 Diesel, 118k miles, auto, Reading work body with ladder rack, one owner, new tires, $15,000. 828-245-9620, 828-223-1564.

CKC REGISTERED GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES. 5 weeks old. Will be ready for Christmas. Pick one out and I will hold. Shots, worming will be UTD. $300. (704) 466-3135

GERMAN SHEPHERD. Last Female German Shepherd puppy. Ready for her furever home.

Text only. 704-692-5239.

MOBILITY CHAIR, $795. G Tech Compass Sport, 9 mos old.18” wide seat, 250 lb capacity, 2 Month warranty, Delivered with instruction. Call Scooterman John 704-951-4224, mobilityservices07@gmail.com

MINATURE POODLE PUPPIES FOR SALE. Males and Females available. Will weight approx. 10 lbs. when grown.

Call: 828-289-8844.

1980 FORD F100 PICKUP. Long bed with ladder rack.

Needs some work. Can send pictures by phone. $1200. Call (704) 300-1818 kim_hopper@ bellsouth.net

NEW SOUTHERN 5 FT. BUSH HOG. $1,065. 828-287-3272.

RIDING/PUSH MOWERS, GARDEN TILLERS AND GOKARTS. Ready to mow. All in excellent condition. Can deliver, 30+ years experience in repair work. 828-980-0853, 704-4769383.

FEMALE MALTIPOM FOR SALE 8 weeks old. Wolf/sable color. Had shots and wormed up-to-date. Comes with a puppy kit. Average 6 to 7 Lbs. grown. $750.00. 828-391-0919.

CASH$$ FOR OLD FISHING LURES. Call Rick Hutton collector, (704) 695-4917

16X40 STORAGE BUILDING, WORK SHOP, ETC. Built on site, one day install. J. Johnson Sales, Inc. 2690 US Hwy 221S., Forest City. 828-245-5895.

TRAILERS, LAWNMOWER TRAILERS, Flatbed Trailers, Enclosed Trailers, Horse and Cattle Trailers, Saddlery.

Check our prices and quality before you buy. Bridges Riding Equipment. Boiling Springs, NC. (704) 434-6389

FOR SALE. Multi-Colored Imported Cutting Boards. 1 1/2 in. thick. Size-13”x18”. 704-6921127.

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

WE BUY TRAILERS. Must have title and ID. 828-245-5895.

$45 COUPON. Great Deal!

Scooterman John has $45 coupon for any used chair in Dec 2020. Call Scooterman John (704) 951-4224 mobilityservices07@gmail.com

BUSINESS CARDS FOR SALE. 1,000 Black & White, $35.00 plus tax. Buy Local! Call 828-2481408.

WANT TO BUY

TRAILERS IN STOCK NOW! ALL KINDS. Areas LARGEST on site display for trailers. J. Johnson Sales, Inc., 2690 US Hwy. 221 S., Forest City. 828-2455895.

FLAG POLES AND FLAGS IN STOCK. 15ft., 20ft., and 25ft.

Delivery and install available. J. Johnson Sales, Forest City. 828245-5895.

TAX TIME IS COMING! Let me help your small business get ready! Have everything ready for your tax preparer with no headaches. Email me for a free evaluation to see if I can help now or get your new year off on the right path. An early start can help get an early return. smallbusinessbasicsllc@gmail.com

REFRIGERATORS, STOVES, WASHERS, DRYERS. Discount Prices. 1205 Earl Road, Shelby NC. (704) 487-4443

DOG KENNELS, FROM $189.99 IN STOCK. 7x7, 5x10, 10x10, 10x20, 10x10 split, 20x20 split. Tops, Delivery and Install available. J. Johnson Sales, Forest City. 828-2455895.

2 BEDROOM, 1 BATH HOUSE. 527 W. Elm St., Shelby. New Paint, New Floors, Garage & Large Fenced Yard. $600 Month & $500 Deposit. Call Jim (704) 560-6602

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NC Voter ID Law upheld Governor advises: prepare

by US Court of Appeals for winter weather A three-judge panel of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit unanimously reversed a lower-court decision to enjoin North Carolina's voter ID law and constitutional amendment on Wednesday.

Holding that "the district court's opinion devotes little analysis" to its ruling, the federal appeals court said that "we reverse because of the fundamental legal errors that permeate the opinion."

A strong majority of states have a voter ID law.

North Carolina’s voter ID law is non-strict – any qualified voter can attest to a reasonable impediment to obtaining a qualifying ID and still cast a ballot.

North Carolina’s voter ID law also accommodates religious objectors, provides for free govern-

ment-issued IDs and accepts drivers’ licenses, passports, military and veteran IDs, student IDs, voter ID cards, as well as state and local government IDs. Drivers’ licenses from other states would even qualify in some circumstances.

North Carolina's voter ID law applies to absentee ballots as well as in-person voting.

State House Speaker Tim Moore (R-Cleveland), a primary sponsor of North Carolina's voter ID constitutional amendment ap-

proved by voters in 2018, released a statement: "Now that a federal appeals court has approved North Carolina's voter ID law and constitutional amendment, they must be implemented for the next election cycle in our state," Speaker Moore said Wednesday.

"If the 2020 elections have taught us anything it is the fact that voting in person with a photo ID is the best way to ensure the integrity of our elections."

The panel included judges appointed by both President Donald Trump and President Barack Obama.

The US Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit’s ruling can be read at: https://www.courthousenews.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/id.pdf

Eight tips to scam-proof your life amid COVID-19 According to AAA, crooks are capitalizing on the crisis want your cash and personal data. Even a pandemic is not enough to deter scammers from going after your money and identity. Here are eight tips from fraud experts to protect you during the coronavirus outbreak.

1. Be extremely careful when shopping online.

Before you place a digital order with an unfamiliar store, check out the company or product online first, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) urges.

Complaints about online shopping made to the consumer-protection agency rank first among the nearly 115,000 coronavirus-related fraud reports this year, says the FTC's Colleen Tressler.

Online shopping complaints skyrocketed in April and May, when more than half the people complaining said they never got what they ordered. Early on,

shady sellers set up websites offering hard-to-find products such as masks, sanitizer, toilet paper, thermometers, and gloves. Sellers blamed the pandemic for shipping delays, then stopped responding to consumers, who in some cases were sent counterfeit or defective items or products not in the size ordered.

2. Be wary of strange texts, calls and emails.

Scammers reach out any way they can, including through social media. Some bad actors even show up at your door.

The number of complaints about violations of the National Do Not Call Registry “are starting to pick up again after months of decline,” Tressler says.

“As the scammers take to the phones again, you can expect to see an uptick in popular phone scams."

3. Be sure your computer's antivirus and anti-malware software is up to date.

Computer tech-support

scams are “ever popular,” Tressler says. Con artists try to convince you that you have a virus or other serious problem affecting your computer; just keep in mind that “you don't need to fix” a problem that does not exist, she says. Use extreme caution when payment is sought through gift, prepaid or reload cards, wire transfers or money-transfer apps.

4. Be aware: Impostors wear many hats.

They pose as representatives of government agencies: Social Security, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the Internal Revenue Service, the Census Bureau, and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, to name a few.

Or they may masquerade as a family member in need of quick cash for an emergency. Or as a would-be romantic interest who chats with you several times a day.

"Pretending to be [from] the government may be

Winter Weather Preparedn e s s Week is Dec. 6 12 and Governor Roy CooGOVERNOR per is enCOOPER couraging North Carolinians to plan and prepare now, before potentially dangerous winter weather arrives.

“All North Carolinians should be prepared for inclement weather throughout the year,” Governor Cooper said. “This year has shown us just how unpredictable North Carolina’s weather can be.”

Governor Cooper urged residents to monitor changing weather conditions by listening to local media, update their plans and supply kits, and pay close attention to winter weather watches, warnings, and advisories. Remember: • A Winter Storm Watch is issued, when at least 3 inches of snow and/or ice accumulations of one-quarter inch or more within a 12 to 24 hour period are likely within the next 24 to 48 hours, • A Winter Storm Warning is issued when at least 3 inches of snow and/or ice accumulations of one-quarter inch or more are likely within the next 24 hours, • A Winter Weather

Advisory is issued when 1 to 3 inches of snow or ice accumulations of less than one-quarter inch are expected within the next 24 hours, causing travel difficulties.

To help ensure you are ready for winter weather, North Carolina Emergency Management officials urge you to: • Always keep at least a three-day supply of nonperishable food in your home.

• Keep fresh batteries on hand for weather radios and flashlights.

• Dress warmly. Wear multiple layers of thin clothing instead of a single layer of thick clothing.

• Properly vent kerosene heaters and ensure any electric generators are operated outside and away from open windows or doors to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning. Never burn charcoal indoors.

• Use a National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration weather radio or a weather alert app on your phone to monitor changing weather conditions.

• Keep alternative heating sources and fire extinguishers on hand. Be sure your family knows how to use them.

• Store an emergency kit in your vehicle. Include scraper, jumper cables, tow chain, sand/salt, blankets, flashlight, first-aid kit and road map.

• Make an emergency supplies kit for your pet and include medical records, first-aid kit, enough canned/ dry food and water for three to seven days and pet travel bag or carrier.

• Do not leave pets outside for long periods of time.

• Ensure your pet has a well-fitting collar.

• Bring pets inside when temperatures drop below freezing.

• Move livestock and other animals to a sheltered location with food and water.

If you must travel during bad weather, emergency officials remind motorists to leave plenty of room between you and other vehicles and, if driving on snow- or ice-covered roadways, reduce your speed. If conditions worsen, pull off the highway and remain in your vehicle. Do not set out on foot unless you can see a building close by where you can take shelter.

The Department of Public Safety and the National Weather Service work together to help North Carolinians plan and prepare for winter weather by providing accurate weather and safety information.

For more information on how to prepare for winter storms and other hazards that affect North Carolina, visit www.readync.org.

scammers’ favorite ruse,” Tressler says. “And whatever the pitch, they all have one thing in common: to get your money and your personal information."

5. Be sure to turn down pitches for quack COVID19 cures and treatments.

The FTC has sent nearly 300 warning letters to companies making false claims about products that supposedly will prevent or combat COVID-19.

If there is a medical breakthrough, you are not going to hear about it for the first time from an ad or a sales pitch,” according to Tressler, who said that the overwhelming majority of firms comply after receiving warnings.

6. Be careful if you hear from a contact tracer.

Do not pay one. Do not give out your Social Security number or financial information. Do not share your immigration status.

And do not click on links or download anything sent by a supposed contact tracer.

Check with your state health department to see if there is a way to make sure the person who is contacting you about possible exposure to someone with COVID19 is authentic. Otherwise, hang up, close the door, and do not respond to, click on or download anything in an email or text. Then report the incident to your state and tell the FTC about it at ftc.gov/complaint.

7. Be firm about not giving to a charity that seeks a contribution in cash, a wire transfer or via gift cards.

"Those are sure signs of a scam,” Tressler says.

Additionally, you may research charities free of charge through the nonprofit Charity Navigator.

8. Be vigilant about protecting your credit.

The three national credit reporting agencies, Equifax, Experian and TransUnion, are offering free, weekly credit reports until April 2021, says Lisa Weintraub Schifferle, with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Office for Older Americans.

Be sure to dispute any inaccuracies that show up.

By JIM MILLER Editor

How to Write an Online Will Dear Savvy Senior, Writing a will has never been a high priority to me but this lingering coronavirus crisis has changed my thinking. Can you recommend some good do-it-yourself resources to help me write a simple will?

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the funds in the account, will go to the joint holder, even if your will directs otherwise. Similarly, retirement accounts and life insurance policies are distributed to the beneficiaries you designate, so it is important to keep them up to date too.

Dear Getting, The coronavirus crisis has changed the way a lot of people look at things, including wills. Currently, fewer than half of American adults have prepared a will. But having a last will and testament is important because it ensures that your money and property will be distributed to the people you want to receive it after your death.

Online Will Makers If you have a simple, straightforward estate and an uncomplicated family situation, writing your own will – with the help of a good online will making program – is a viable alternative to hiring an attorney and much cheaper. Like tax software, these online tools will guide you through a series of questions and will insert your answers into a will for you, and it usually takes less that 20 minutes from start to finish.

If you die without a will, your estate will be settled in accordance with state law. Details vary by state, but assets typically are distributed using a hierarchy of survivors. Assets go to first to a spouse, then to children, then your siblings, and so on.

You also need to be aware that certain accounts take precedence over a will.

If you jointly own a home or a bank account, for example, the house, and

Three top-rated do-it-yourself options include the Quicken WillMaker & Trust 2021 downloadable software (available at nolo.com) that costs $100 and works with Windows and Macs and is valid in every state except Louisiana; LegalZoom (legalzoom.com), which offers basic wills for $89 or $99 if you’d like assistance from an independent attorney; and Trust & Will (trustandwill.

com) which charges $89 for a basic will.

If that’s more than you’re willing to pay, consider FreeWill (freewill. com), which is a completely free will making resource made possible with the support of nonprofit organizations.

When to Hire a Lawyer If you have considerable financial assets or a complex family situation, like a blended family or child with special needs, it would be smart for you to seek professional advice. An experienced lawyer can make sure you cover all your bases, which can help avoid family confusion and squabbles after you’re gone.

The National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (naela.org) and the National Association of Estate Planners & Councils (naepc.org) websites are good resources that have directories to help you find someone in your area.

Costs will vary depending on your location and the complexity of your situation, but you can expect to pay somewhere between $200 and

$1,000 to get your will made. To help you save, shop around and get price quotes from several different firms.

And before you meet with an attorney, make a detailed list of your assets and accounts to help make your visit more efficient.

Make it Valid Be aware that to make your will valid, you must sign and date it and have it witnessed according to the laws of your state. Most states require two witnesses who are not listed as beneficiaries in your will to watch you sign it. Some states also require that a notary witness the signing as well.

Nationalnotary.org can tell you if a notary is needed to legalize a will in your state, if remote notary services are available, and how to access such online services to execute your will if you are sheltering at home during the pandemic.

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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Regional snow ski resort openings

By Loretta Cozart With the arrival of this season’s first cold snap, thoughts of venturing outdoors to enjoy one of the many quality snow ski resorts come to mind. Fortunately, there are several great skiing venues located within a short car ride and offering a day of scenic seasonal fun and adventure.

The only question… “When do they open?”

The ski areas association cites the typical season beginning around Thanksgiving and continuing until mid-March. North Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia resorts have sometimes stayed open well into April. That said, the best time to hit the slopes in North Carolina is mid-winter, ideally on sunny afternoons or mildly snowy mornings. With the arrival of freezing temperatures for snow blowing and natural snowfalls needed to open the slopes, many closeby resorts are preparing for an early to mid-December opening this year.

Keep in mind that the weather in our region can change quickly. Always refer to the resort’s website for the latest skiing conditions and availability. Here are the slope openings as reported by the ski resorts on December 6.

Sugar Mountain Resort Current Status: Twelve (12) ski runs are currently open. Ice skating is also open.

Highlights • 21 different ski runs •Good terrain variety •Excellent offerings for advanced skiers •1,200 ft vertical makes it comparable to medium-sized western resorts •Night skiing also offered There are plenty of other things to do at Sugar Mountain, including tubing, snowshoeing, skating on a 10,000 sqft ice rink, and visiting the onsite spa.

Sugar Mountain Resort, 1009 Sugar Mountain Drive, Banner Elk, 28604 Website: www.

SkiSugar.com (828) 898-4521 Beech Mountain Resort Current Status: Five (5) ski runs are currently open.

Night skiing is scheduled to start on December 11th. Ice skating is also open.

Highlights • 17 different ski runs • Excellent snowmaking and grooming equipment • Glass roundhouse sky bar on the mountaintop • Night skiing also offered There’s also a snow tubing park as well as a skating rink and terrain park.

Beech Mountain Resort, 1007 Beech Mountain Parkway, Beech Mountain, 28604 Website: www.

BeechMountainResort.com (800) 438-2093 Wolf Ridge Ski Resort Current Status: Closed.

Skiing is scheduled to open on December 11th.

Highlights • 15 different ski runs • Well planned trails • Family-friendly • Night skiing also offered Tubing is available nearby.

Wolf Ridge Resort, 578

Valley View Circle, Mars Hill, 28754 Website: www.SkiWolfRidgeNC.com (800) 817-4111 Cataloochee Ski Area (Near Maggie Valley) Current Status: Eight (8) ski runs are currently open.

Highlights • 18 different ski runs • 11 ski trails • Amazing scenery • Great snowmaking • Good value • Free skiing for seniors at various times • NASTAR and recreational racing offered (Thursday night adult race league) • Night skiing also offered With panoramic views of the famous Great Smoky Mountain National Park, its unique location boasts one of the region’s longest ski seasons.

Cataloochee Ski Area, 1080 Ski Lodge Road, Maggie Valley, NC 28751 Website: www.Cataloochee.com (800) 768-0285 Appalachian Ski Mountain Current Status: Eight (8) ski runs are currently open.

Ice skating is also open.

Highlights • 12 different ski runs • Closest to major markets like Winston-Salem and Charlotte • Great place for beginners • Affordable • Very family-friendly • Night skiing also offered • Online reservations required (a COVID-19 precaution) • Outdoor ice skating is also available.

Appalachian Ski Mtn., 940 Ski Mountain Rd., Blowing Rock, NC 28605 Website: www.

AppSkiMtn.com (828) 295-7828 Sapphire Valley Ski Resort Current Status: Closed.

Skiing is scheduled to open soon with a target opening date of December 12th.

Highlights: • 1 main 1,600 ft. ski run • Great for beginners • Very family-friendly • State-of-the-art quad ski lift • Short ski lift lines A snow tube park and zip lines are located nearby.

The resort also offers a sauna, gym, and other amenities for those who stay on site.

Sapphire Valley Ski Area, 127 Cherokee Trail, Sapphire, NC 28774 Website: www.SkiSapphireValley.com (828) 743-7663 Winterplace Ski Resort (West Virginia) Current Status: Closed.

Skiing slopes are scheduled

to open on December 14th.

Ice skating is already open.

Highlights: • 27 different ski runs • A mid-mountain lodge with fireplace and panoramic views • Terrain Park, an onsite activity area for the whole family • Trail skiing available (weather permitting) • Limited onsite lodging available Snow tubing is also offered. The Snowdrift lounge is open afternoons and most nights.

Winterplace Ski Resort, 100 Old Flat Top Mountain Road, Ghent, West Virginia, 25843 Website: www.Winterplace.com (800) 607-SNOW Bryce Resort (Virginia) Current Status: Closed (Skiing Activities). Skiing is scheduled to open on December 18th, weather permitting. Other resort amenities are currently open.

Highlights • 8 different ski runs • NASTAR and recreational racing offered (Junior and adult ski racing) Snow tubing also available, weather permitting.

Bryce Resort, 1982 Fairway Dr., Basye, VA 22810 Website: www.BryceResort.com (800) 821-1444 Mansanutten Resort (Virginia) Current Status: Closed (Skiing Activities). Skiing will open soon, weather permitting. Other resort amenities are currently open, including an indoor waterpark. Please refer to the resort’s website for updated information.

Highlights: • 8 different ski runs • Alpine Ski Team and recreational racing offered • Onsite lodging available • Indoor waterpark Snow tubing, ice skating, and terrain park are available. Encounters Lounge and an onsite spa are also available. Two onsite golf courses and a driving range are offered, weather permitting. Located in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley.

Mansanutten Resort, 1822 Resort Dr., Massanutten, VA 22840. Website : www.MassResort.com (540) 289-9441 Wintergreen Resort (Virginia) Current Status: Closed (Skiing Activities). Skiing will open soon, weather permitting. Other resort amenities are currently open. Please refer to the resort’s website for updated information.

Highlights: • More than 11,000 acres • 26 different ski runs • Ridley’s Fun Park for small children

• Highspeed, 6-seat chairlifts • Onsite lodging available • Programs available for individuals with disabilities Snow tubing also available.

Wintergreen Resort, 39 Mountain Inn Loop, Roseland, VA 22967 o r Route 664, Wintergreen, VA 22958 Website: www.WintergreenResort.com/Winter-Home/ (434) 325-2100 (Snow Sports) | (434)325-2200 (General Resort Info) Snowshoe Mountain Resort & Silver Creek Current Status: Fifteen (15) ski runs are currently open at Snowshow. The target opening date for Silver Creek is December 18th.

Highlights: • 43 different ski runs (Snowshoe) • 18 different ski runs (Silver Creek) • 60 different trails combined • Mountaineer terrain parks • 60 different trails • Onsite lodging available • Night skiing available • Spa at Snowshoe offered Snowtubing and snowmobile tours are also available. Off-road adventure trail offered, weather-permitting.

Snowshoe Mountain Resort, 10 Snowshoe Dr., Snowshoe, West Virginia 26209-0010 Website: www.SnowshoeMtn.com (877) 441-4386 Roan Mountain Winter Hike & Cross Country Ski Area (Pisgah National Forest at Carver’s Gap) Another nearby popular winter sports destination is Roan Mountain State Park and surrounding areas.

While not exactly a downhill snow skiing destination, Roan Mountain hosts numerous winter hiking trails and cross-country skiing opportunities that are worth the short drive.

Highlights • Winter hiking and cross country skiing (weather permitting) • Located along the Appalachian Trail • Great panoramic views • RV and tent camping available There are several ways to get to Roan Mountain.

It's about 13 miles north of Bakersville, NC on Highway 261.

Roan Mountain Winter Hike and Cross Country Ski Area, 527 HWY 143, Roan Mountain, TN 37687 Website: www.TnStateParks.com/parks/ roan-mountain (423) 547-3906

Wednesday, December 9, 2020

When Does Christmas Begin?

By Dr. Glenn Mollette Christmas has different beginning times for most everyone.

For some it’s when you put up the C h r i s t m a s Glenn Mollette tree and decorations.

For others it’s when you wrap some presents and put them under the tree.

While for others it’s about the Christmas music. When they first start hearing Christmas songs on the radio then Christmas has begun for them.

Christmas may begin for you when your family arrives home to share in your celebration. Or your Christmas celebration may really begin when your family finally leaves.

When I was a child Christmas started for me when everything came together. The big fresh tree was hewn down from the hillside. Once it was decorated, I started watching for Santa. But it still was ‘t Christmas until I came up with a big package of firecrackers, cherry bombs and other noisy fireworks. I always loved putting firecrackers and cherry bombs under cans to see how far they would fly through the air.

My mother would make cookies, cakes and pies. My dad would always buy a big box of apples and oranges. It seems like they lasted a week.

Christmas really began when family came home. When we all got together that’s when it seemed Christmas really started.

The excitement came by us all

being together. Sharing gifts was fun and provided moments of laughter. Eating my mother’s delicious meal was always a stable holiday treat we always enjoyed.

The best past part was everyone being together for a couple of days. With social distancing, this may be one element of Christmas that many will not get to enjoy in 2020.

So many thousands of people have died from Covid-19 and they will be missed at the Christmas table. If this is you please cling to the hope of life beyond this world and that you will see your loved one again.

I believe throughout our planet that seeing our sick friends get well would make Christmas for all of us.

Christmas is different this year. We must enter Christmas this year with hope. You have to have hope to live. Life without hope is like a car with no fuel. A vaccine for Covid-19 is coming.

We are praying this will spare lives in 2021. We have hope that by next Christmas we can all get together and celebrate.

Keep in mind there has never been anything normal about Christmas. Mary and Joseph and the baby spent their first Christmas in a barn which was like a cave for animals. The baby was laid in a cow’s trough for a bed.

Christmas always has the potential of being very different.

Remember Christmas is in your heart and that’s where your main celebration and hope lie. May hope and Christmas be bright and rekindled anew and afresh. May you within your spirit hear the bells on Christmas day. And, may you hear the angels sing, “Glory to God in the highest and on earth peace to all men on whom his favor rests.”

CROSSWORD PUZZLE

CLUES ACROSS 1. Skateboarders love them 6. Popular sports podcast (abbr.)

9. Former Ohio State great Michael 13. Not dirty 14. Earth goddess (Greek myth.)

15. A Spanish river 16. Pig meat (French) 17. Famed astronomer 18. Floating ice 19. Broadcast 21. Aquatic mammals 22. Some are bath 23. Hip hop trio 24. NY Giants’ #56 25. Small European viper 28. Neither 29. Multiple Tony-winner Rivera 31. Loud noise 33. Second year high schooler 36. “__ in comparison” 38. Golf score 39. Raise 41. Pastas 44. Easily manageable 45. Fathered 46. Pouch 48. Institute legal proceedings against 49. News organization 51. Unruly group of people 52. Fasten or secure 54. Sheets of glass 56. Doubled 60. Foolish person 61. Rooney and Kate are two 62. Small, rich sponge cake 63. Advice or counsel 64. Large wading bird 65. Famed British physicist 66. Narrow ridges (Swedish) 67. Field force unit 68. Lying face downward CLUES DOWN 1. Proof of purchase (abbr.)

2. Soap ingredient 3. Blackbird 4. Single steps 5. Tin

6. Books have lots of them 7. Made of fermented honey and water 8. You can get it in a bed 9. Room for communal meals 10. Early Syrian kingdom 11. Provokes dry amusement 12. Use with “thou” 14. Mollusk 17. Grain storage units 20. Not a car, not a truck 21. Ooze 23. N. Vietnamese ethnic group 25. Tennis pros group 26. Something that’s not what it’s purported to be 27. E. Indian trees 29. Beloved December holiday 30. Regions 32. Metric unit of length 34. Peter’s last name 35. Beige 37. 18-year period in astronomy 40. Where golfers begin 42. Basketball stat (abbr.)

43. Frocks 47. Soda comes in it 49. On approval 50. Trims by cutting 52. Small wnch 53. Language Bura-__ 55. Nothing 56. Imbecile (British) 57. Tropical Asian plant 58. Abba __, Israeli politician 59. Small freshwater wsh 61. Indicates position 65. Data processing