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By Loretta Cozart

Dr. George Plonk and wife Esther, celebrate his 100th birthday at the American Legion last Saturday.

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Dr. George Plonk celebrates 100

By Loretta Cozart On Sunday, March 17, Kings Mountain native Dr. George Plonk turned 100 years old. Saturday at 3 p.m., Dr. Plonk and his wife, Esther, were greeted by members of American Legion Post 155 for a birthday celebration at the post.

Scott Neisler, Mayor of Kings Mountain; proclaimed Sunday, March 17, 2019 as “Dr. George Plonk Day” and presented to him the key to the City and wished to Dr. Plonk congratulations and best wishes on his 100th birthday.

During the festivities, the American Legion Riders honored Dr. Plonk by making him a member and giving him his own Legion Riders vest, which he proudly wore during the remainder of the event.

Dr. Plonk thanked all those in attendance and said he never thought he’d make it past 70 years of age and

found it “quite surprising” he had made it to 100.

Dr. Plonk is well-known for his ability to tell a good story and he continued that tradition during his birthday celebration. He shared how he got into medicine.

He always thought he’d become a mule and horse trader, like his father, Clarence S. (C.S.) Plonk. On one trip home from college, George had the opportunity to buy a heifer for $35.00 and thought he got a good deal for it. But the more he looked at the heifer, the more he began to question his own decision.

His father was a wellknown mule and horse trader who had cattle, too.

When he saw George’s heifer, he asked him, “How much did you pay for it?”

George replied, “$35.00.”

C.S. told him, “Well you’ve been taken; that heifer isn’t worth $10.00.”

See PLONK, Page 4A

New five-member Cleveland County Board of Elections appointed The NC State Board of Elections appointed Democrat Mary Accor, Democrat Ali B. Paksoy, Jr., Republican Debbie Clary, and Republican H. Allen Langley to the Cleveland County Board of Elections. The fifth member, Democrat Doug Sharp, was appointed

by Governor Roy Cooper to serve as chairman. The new five-member Board will serve until June 2021.

The newly appointed Board members will be sworn in at 10:00 am on Monday, March 25, 2019 at the Cleveland County Board of Elections office located at 215 Patton Dr., Shelby NC 28150. The meeting is open to the public.

DOUG SHARP Chairman, Cleveland County Board of Elections The Board guides local, state, and federal elections.

Local election officials report directly to the Board.

Information on upcoming elections can be found online at www.clevelandcounty.com or by calling the Cleveland County Board of Elections office at 704-484-4858.

Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC) introduced legislation in Washington, D.C. last Wednesday, March 13, allowing the Catawba Indian Nation to take land into trust to build a casino on Dixon School Road near I-85 in Kings Mountain. The two co-sponsoring Senators with Graham are Thom Tillis and Richard Burr of North Carolina.

In 2014, the Catawba Indian Nation applied for similar permission with the Department of the Interior, but a decision on the legislation stalled with the Bureau of Indian Affairs. Five years later, this new legislation puts the decision squarely in the hands of the United States Senate.

Kings Mountain Mayor Scott Neisler says that he supports the project for economic development reasons. "The city of Kings Mountain would provide all services resulting in a tremendous boost in our utility revenue, not to mention the 4,000 projected jobs the initiative would create," he said.

Cleveland County Commissioners issued a statement Thursday saying they "support economic development projects that will create new jobs in our community." The statement

This artist's rendering shows the proposed Catawba Indian resort and casino that would be built on Dixon School Road at I-85.

File photo went on to say, "Should this project move forward, the Cleveland County Board of Commissioners welcomes the opportunity to build relationships with the Catawba Indian Nation."

From an economic development perspective, the 1.8 million-square-foot project will include hotels and restaurants and an estimated 4,000 – 5,000 new jobs locally. According to initial reports, the facility will draw hundreds of thousands of tourists to the region each year.

Bill Harris, Chief of the Catawba Indian Nation said, “The economic impact of this project will be huge for the Catawba Indian Nation;

it will be a game changer for us. That same economic impact will be felt by Kings Mountain and Cleveland County.”

“Business leaders have come to me and said, ‘If you build that, I will build this…’ The project will drive many other projects and the people of Cleveland County will benefit. The economic dollars raised will be astounding. We will be good partners with Cleveland County, and this is a great opportunity for them,” Harris said.

The Eastern Band of the Cherokee Indians shared their displeasure with the legislation in a statement saying, "The recent filing

of a bill in the US Senate to give North Carolina land to the South Carolina tribe for an off-reservation casino is nothing more than a modern-day land grab.

"We encourage the Catawba Indian Nation to go through the same process in their home state of South Carolina - in their community," they stated.

To this, Chief Harris replied, “You can’t use imaginary lines to show where our aboriginal lands once were. Our ancestors were here before there was a North or South Carolina.

We were here before there was a Carolinas at all. Early maps of America show that See CASINO, Page 7A

Club Woman of the Year The GFWC NC Kings Mountain Woman's Club is proud to announce that Ann Owens Bennett is the 2018 Club Woman of the Year and the District 3 Club Woman of the Year.

Ann Bennett has served for four consecutive years as president of the GFWC NC Kings Mountain Woman’s Club. As president. she attended the State Arts Festival and the State Meeting. She has attended District 3 meetings and supported the work of the state and district. Locally, Bennett has worked with each community service team. She has been chairperson of the Kings Mountain Woman’s Club kitchen committee for the annual Fall Festival.

Bennett was the driving force behind the club’s annual Breakfast with Santa project and has served as its chairman since it began.

Each year the club hosts a Meet the Candidates program. She was co-chairperson for this event held in September.

Bennett is the scholarship chairman’s go to person to serve as lead

judge for the scholarship interviews. Each year she helps guide the panel and reviews the criteria. She always makes everyone feel at ease and provides a fun environment. The KMWC has a yard sale each year to raise the funds for the scholarship given.

Ann takes an active role when participating in the annual yard sale. Always at the ready as club president and a natural leader, Ann sets the example for volunteering.

Bennett continued the club’s partnership with the Kings Mountain Police Department by providing the blue pinwheels to bring awareness of child abuse.

Each year the Public Issues Community Service group places the pinwheels in the yard of the club house and the police department.

Bennett serves as a Sunday School teacher of the Harmony Class (senior adult class) of Kings Mountain Baptist Church, and also serves as a deacon. Serving as Keenager leader, whose membership is made up of those 50 years old and older, has

Ann Bennett at work during Fall Festival.

Photo provided brought her joy while providing fun activities and trips for this group. Ann serves on the ordinance team and leads the preparation of Wednesday night suppers when the Harmony

class is in charge. Adding to her duties at church, Ann serves as the chair of the sound team and a member of the usher/greeter team.

See CLUB, Page 6A

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■ OBITUARIES JoAnn Lundquist JoAnn Lundquist, 82, passed away March 8, 2019 at Riverside Hospital.

Mrs. Lundquist loved golf and OSU sports but most of all she loved her family, her kids and her grandchildren who knew her as GiGi. She was preceded in death by her parents Kelly and Blanche Dixon; brothers Delbert, Dale and Lindberg Dixon and sister Peggy (Dixon) Tinsley.

She Is survived by her husband Allan Lundquist; children: Sharon (David) Chase and Michael (Joanie) Cloninger; grandsons Kyle (Krystle) Wood and Michael Noel; great grandchildren Korynn, Kynslee, Kayden and Kailyn Wood; sisters Marilyn Hamrick and Becky Patterson; twin brother Jacob (Dorothy) Dixon and brother Lane Dixon.

The family welcomed friends at Faith Covenant Church, 3607 Dempsey Road, Westerville, Ohio on Tuesday March 12, 2019, from 2:00-3:00 p.m. A Memorial Service followed at 3:00 p.m.

Pastor Tim Heintzelman officiated.

In lieu of flowers donations to The American Heart Association deeply appreciated.

Online condolences may be left at www.morelandfuneralhome.com Moreland Funeral Home is serving the family.

Free adult ESL Classes David Baptist Church at 2300 David Baptist Church Road in Kings Mountain will be starting an ESL (English as a second language) class on Thursday, March 21 at 6 PM. The classes are FREE. Light refreshments and limited childcare will be available.

Please call Brian at 704739-4555 or 704-361-4032 for more information.

Women’s Ministry Thirsty Thursdays meeting March 30 Ministry Thirsty Thursdays Women's Ministry presents "Back to Reality 2" dynamic preaching with reality show themes on Saturday, March 30 at the Gaston County Library located at 1555 E. Garrison Blvd. in Gastonia at 11am.

This event is free. Everyone is invited to attend. Refreshments will be served.

For more information contact Robin Bamberg at 704460-4751.

American Legion celebrates their 100th anniversary

By Loretta Cozart Last Friday night, Kings Mountain American Legion Post 155 celebrated the Legion’s 100th birthday. Other Legion Posts across the country did the same to celebrate a century of service to our nation’s veterans. Memebers gather to share fun, fellowship, and cake in celebration.

The American Legion was founded in March 1919 in Paris, France, by U.S. World War I military personnel stationed there who were dedicated to

four pillars of service and advocacy: veterans, military personnel, youth and patriotic values. Current national membership is about 2 million. Combined with the American Legion Auxiliary and Sons of The American Legion, membership in what is known as the American Legion Family exceeds 3 million.

American Legion membership is open to military personnel and veterans who have served their nation on active duty during wartime.

Humanities Festival events at the KM Battleground The Humanities Festival Events at Kings Mountain National Military Park will be held on March 29 and 30.

Activities include Nocturnal Notions on Friday, March 29 at 7 p.m. and a Colonial Festival on Saturday, March 30 at 10 a.m. Both are stops along the path of the SC Humanities Festival hosted by Visit York County, SC. Nocturnal Notions at the National Military Park includes night time activities such as stargazing (weather permitting), night- and skythemed take-home crafts, lantern walks, stories and local legends around the campfire talks, night walks

exploring using our senses at night and nocturnal creatures.

The 18th Century Colonial Festival 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. includes festivities in the spirit of an 18th century fair or festival including colonial entertainment: music, and puppet shows. There will be colonial games: game of graces, rolling hoop, cup and ball, Jacob's ladder, toss toys, etc.; contests of strength and skill: tightrope walking, tug of war, field day activities; colonial crafts and a Backcountry Militia encampment: militia camp, trades and crafts demonstrations.

Identity theft risk The Small Business Center at Cleveland Community College will offer a FREE seminar “Dealing with Identity Theft.”

The seminar will be at the LeGrand Center, Thursday, March 28, at 6:00PM, and will be conducted by Evette Davis, Tax Specialist with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) office in Charlotte.

Tax-related identity theft occurs when someone uses your Social Security number to file a tax return claiming a fraudulent refund. Identity theft places a burden on its victims and presents a challenge to businesses, organizations and government agencies. The IRS combats tax-related

identity theft with an aggressive strategy of prevention, detection and victim assistance.

This crime is one of the highest priorities for the IRS. At the seminar, you will learn that if you become a victim, the IRS is committed to helping you resolve your case as quickly as possible.

You may register for this seminar online at www. clevelandcc.edu or in person at the Small Business Center. For more information or for assistance with registration, contact Steve Padgett, Director of the Small Business Center at Cleveland Community College. Phone 704-669-4146 or email padgetts@clevelandcc.edu.

The Carolina’s Flute Circle will meet at Southern Arts Society in Kings Mountain, NC this Saturday March 23, 2019 from 1:00 to 4:00 pm. Admission is free.

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Carolina’s Flute Circle to meet at SASi Saturday March 23 The Carolina’s Flute Circle will meet at Southern Arts Society in Kings Mountain, NC this Saturday March 23, 2019 from 1:00 to 4:00 pm.

The public is invited to meet the members and listen to an informal concert.

The Flute Circle welcomes visitors to learn about the instrument and their group. They meet several times a year at different locations around the Carolina's to share their love of Native American style flutes and music.

Several of the members make handmade flutes and drums that will be available for sale, along with music CD’s. This will be an inspiring afternoon. Don't miss it!

Southern Arts Society (SASi) Gift Shop & Gallery is located at 301 N. Piedmont Avenue in the historic Southern Railway Depot, at the intersection of Piedmont and Battleground.

SASi offers a gift shop, ongoing exhibits, programs and classes in a variety of media for artists of Lee Entrekin performs a flute solo at a past Carolina's all levels. Currently on Exhibit: Flute Circle meeting.

“Artists’ Books: A Handmade Journey” through March 29th. Hours: Tues – Sat, 10 am to 4 pm and by appointment.

Admission is Free. For more information please visit www.SouthernArtsSociety.org, or their Facebook page. Contact 704.739.5585 or email SouthernArtsSociety@gmail.com.

Mandatory jail time for firearm assault on Law Enforcement approved by NC House Raleigh, N.C. – Legislation to require jail time for criminals convicted of assaulting law enMOORE forcement officers with a firearm was approved by the North Carolina House of Representatives on Wednesday in honor of fallen Shelby Police Officer Tim Brackeen and his family.

House Bill 224 Assault w/Firearm on LEO/ Increase Punishment increases the applicable penalty from a Class E felony to a Class D felony, a reform that requires prison time for anyone convicted of the crime under North Carolina’s sentencing guidelines.

The bill is sponsored by state House Speaker

Wednesday, March 20, 2019

Tim Moore (R-Cleveland), Rep. Lisa Stone Barnes (R-Nash), Rep. Carson Smith (R-Pender), and Rep. Kelly Hastings (R-Gaston).

“Like so many members of law enforcement who sacrifice their lives and safety for others, Officer Tim Brackeen was a pillar of my community in Cleveland County who was taken from his friends and family senselessly by a violent criminal,” Moore said.

“Our brave officers deserve stronger protections and deterrents from being assaulted with a gun when they put their lives on the line in service to our communities.”

Current law allows probation for some offenders who assault a law enforcement officer with a firearm, but H.B. 244 would require a minimum of 38 months in jail upon conviction.

Rep. Hastings, who represents parts of Cleve-

land County where Officer Brackeen served, noted Cleveland County Sheriff’s Deputy Tim Sims was also recently shot and survived in August of 2018.

“We recently had another Cleveland County officer who was shot, and Tim Sims was a big part of the bill,” Hastings said Wednesday. “It’s an honor to be here before you and support this.”

Speaker Moore addressed the state House of Representatives from his floor seat during debate as a primary sponsor of the legislation. The family of Officer Brackeen joined Shelby Police Chief Jeff Ledford in the state House of Representatives for the vote on Wednesday.

House Bill 224 Assault w/Firearm on LEO/ Increase Punishment now goes to the North Carolina Senate for consideration.

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By Loretta Cozart On Thursday, the Cleveland County Chamber of Commerce announced a ribbon cutting ceremony for Josh Shelton’s new Edward Jones office located at 407 West King Street. The office opened on September 17, and Shelton took over on September 24.

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Liberty Mountain announces 2019 performance dates The Patriots are on the march!

“Liberty Mountain: The Revolutionary Drama” has announced dates for the play’s sixth season, beginning Friday, June 28 and running for four weekends through July 21 with a special performance on July 4th. All performances are at the Joy Performance Center in downtown Kings Mountain.

“Liberty Mountain” is the story of the settling of the Carolinas in the mid1700’s, the area’s growing involvement in the war for independence from Great Britain, and the 1780 Patriot victory at the Battle of Kings Mountain, which turned the tide of the Revolution and guaranteed America’s freedom.

General Manager Jim Champion says, “This season will be our best ever.

Throughout the previous five years of performances, the play has evolved into an exciting journey into the perilous days of the Revolution as experienced by the men and woman who lived through it.”

Creative Director Caleb Sigmon is assembling a superb cast of more than 30, many of whom are local actors. “This area has a great

abundance of talent, and we are proud that so many give their time and considerable skills to our production. We promise a season of dramatic, engaging storytelling that will thrill, inspire, and educate you.”

Playwright Robert Inman used extensive historical research to make “Liberty Mountain” an authentic telling of the story. “We want

everyone who comes to see our play to leave with a lasting impression of what our ancestors sacrificed to give us the freedoms we have today. Our show is completely family friendly, so come and bring the kids.”

Performance dates are June 28, 29, 30, July 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 14, 19, 20, and 21. Shows are Fridays at 7:30pm, Saturdays at

3:00pm and 7:30pm, and Sundays at 3:00pm. The special July 4 show is at 3:00pm.

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Paxton Murray (L) finished first in the Cub Scout Pack 93 Pinewood Derby race. With him is runner up Zane Oakley. Pack 93 is sponsored by East Elementary School.

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Dr. Plonk blows out his birthday candles.

Photos by Gary Smart

Mayor Neisler presents proclamation and key to the city.

Jamie Shytle presents Dr. Plonk his Legion Rider’s vest.

Legion brothers honor Dr. Plonk.

Friends gather to honor a man who means so much to the community.

Our Teachers Are Tops!

Congratulations To KM Intermediate School Spotlight MRS. MONICA FISHER Kings Mountain Intermediate is proud to spotlight Mrs. Monica Fisher as this week’s Teacher of the Week. Mrs. Fisher has been teaching 22 years in the Kings Mountain area with experience in 6th grade Math, 8th grade Math, 9th grade Algebra I, and AIG. She is happily married with three wonderful children. Her hobbies include watchMonica Fisher ing her students excel in sports and KMIS AIG Teacher dance. When asked why she is involved in education she responded, “I love kids and I love to watch them become excited in learning.’ KMIS is very fortunate to have Mrs. Fisher to work with our students on a daily basis. Thank your Mrs. Fisher for your dedication and service.

Jim Medlin remembers the football team could count on Dr. Plonk to be in the stands in the 1960’s.

PLONK From Page 1A

For the next two days, George felt pretty-bad about his purchase and his head hung low. “I got a good look at my feet for the next two days,” he said. “Then a man in a coat and tie, all dressed-up with nice shoes came by the farm looking for C.S. who had gone to the big city of Kings Mountain.

So, I told the man I knew the herd and could help him.

“The man asked me to take him out to look at the cattle, so we walked down to the far end of the pasture. The man was walking slowly rock-to-rock,

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trying to keep his shoes clean. When we finally got out there, he looked at my heifer and asked how much I wanted for her. I told him he didn’t want that one and pointed to others. But he insisted. So, I told him that I wouldn’t take a penny less than $75.00. He pulled out cash money and paid me on the spot. He put it in his car and off he went.

“When C.S. got back, I told him a man had come by wanting to look at cows.

He asked if he bought any and I said he had. Then I proudly explained that the man insisted on buying my heifer and that he paid two times what I paid for her. Papa told me I had been taken, saying I should have gotten $100.

He asked me, ‘Didn’t you

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see he was all dressed up?

He would have paid $100 easy.’ Well, that’s when I decided I wasn’t cut out to be in the trader business, so I went into medicine instead,” he said.

Dr. Plonk grew up with nine siblings on a farm between Kings Mountain and Cherryville. His education took him from a one-room Plonk schoolhouse, to Kings Mountain High School, to the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, to Jefferson Medical School in Philadelphia, to the University of Pennsylvania, finally receiving his certificate from the American Board of Surgery declaring that he was a Board-certified surgeon in 1952.

He served two years in the US Army during World War II as a physician in Europe, then worked in general practice in Murphy, NC and Raleigh, NC until he returned to Kings Mountain in 1957 to become Kings Mountain Hospital’s first resident surgeon.

Dr. Plonk witnessed profound changes in the field of medicine during his lifetime, including the transition of back country medicine to professional doctors making house calls, the development of life-saving vaccines and antibiotics, advances in cancer-fighting medications, as well as witnessing Kings Mountain Hospital grow from a 24bed facility in 1951 to the full service, state of the art hospital that it is today.

An interview with Scott Neisler recorded by the Kings Mountain Historical Museum as part of their “Say Ahh!”- The Incred-

Niece Sandra Bumgardner joins the celebration.

ible Medical History of Kings Mountain exhibit, celebrated the 95-birthday of Dr. Plonk. During his career, Dr. Plonk tended and mended the citizens of this region as one of its most respected doctors for over forty years. Dr. Plonk opens the interview by talking about the doctors that came before him, namely Dr. James Wright Tracy and his role in founding the City of Kings Mountain. He also describes the doctors of his childhood.

At 100 years old, Dr. Plonk still knows how to tell a good story. He earned a good education and saw the world while serving his country. He returned to Kings Mountain and raised a family and he served the community here during his long career in medicine. The Plonk family, including children Carole, Peggy, George, Barbara, and Becky will gather for their birthday celebration this weekend.

And you can be sure, he has more stories to tell.

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■ MEDITATION

US troubled, yes: still the best in the world It was just three days.

Four hours of T.V. programming for Gospel Channel. No way of knowing the number Roger R. reached by dish, but the Woodard, ThD. Senior Pastor cable homes Family Worship present a Center potential 300 million.

Mission accomplished, couldn’t wait to get home. Not that Iceland isn’t first world, and I was hardly roughing it, still it is not home.

On board too tired to watch the lame movies or listen to the selection of music which should be filed

under the heading “people with talent need not apply”. Trying to relax, looking out at the view. The Rolls Royce engines pushing us toward the states. The screen map says you’re traveling at 526 MPH. Counting the minutes, I’ve never seen minutes be that long. Hurry pilot, push this bird harder.

Finally, touch down at the Nancy Pelosi International Airport (Dulles). If I swore, I’d swear she staffed that airport with persons as dysfunctional and incompetent as Alexandria Ocasio Cortez’s brain.

Open channels from ear to ear, with light funneling through unimpeded.

No matter, I’m on U.S. soil.

With all our troubles, and there are many, the United States stands unequaled in the entire world. While

in Iceland I watched BBC, French, China, Russian, German and Iceland’s news. One thing was clear.

They all despise the U.S. The Gospel Channel has 20 million cable homes in Britain and the network covering all of Europe, into Middle East, parts of Russia, China and Northern Africa. I couldn’t resist being my erasable self, so I said any country that has as its leader Teresa May, Angela Merkle, Macron, Erdegon etc. has a lot of gall to laugh at the U.S. over our brilliant President Trump.

And to all the America haters in this country, pick out your paradise and I’ll pay your fare one way, IF you sign a binding contract to stay. And should you break that contract, you must reimburse me 25% on my financial outlay. I’ve

traveled to many countries and none compares to the U.S. Though the haters are destroying the country, it’s still by far superior to any other. Europe is being overrun my muslim migrants that have changed the culture and face of Europe. The day before I left Iceland, BBC reported four stabbing deaths, four explosive devices at airports and a train station, in one day! BBC reported 286 stabbing deaths last year, but they would not report a name or ethnicity of the perpetrators for fear raising racial tensions.

In Mayor Shaka Khan’s (my name for him) Londonistan the no go zones of muslim communities will cost you your life to wander into Europe is hopelessly lost. Not one country in the 28 member states of the European Union had

a birth rate in 2017 to sustain their culture. To do so requires 2.1 birth rate per woman. The birth rate in those countries is far below that, but the population void is being filled by the muslim migration.

It’s already too late for Europe, but the United States is on the blade of the knife. We too have fallen below the sustainable birth rate.

And we’re killing the millions that could help sustain this great nation.

Space demands I stop this commentary. But this greatest nation that has ever been. This “Home of the Free, Because of the Brave”, is well worth saving. We must wake to the danger and get involved standing up for America!

Fellowship & Faith

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

First Wesleyan 823 N. Piedmont Ave. w• Kings Mountain, NC KINGS MOUNTAIN Long Creek Presbyterian Church 701 Long Creek Road 704-629-4406 Love Valley Baptist Church 2032 Bethlehem Road 704-730-0075 Macedonia Baptist Church 1101 S. Battleground Ave. 704-739-6811 Midview Baptist Church 703 Margrace Road 704-739-6711 Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church 220 N. Watterson Street 704-739-8354 Mountain View Agape Church 506 Sparrow Springs Road 704-739-0160

Mt. Olive Baptist Church Compact School Road 704-739-4516 Mt. Zion Baptist Church 220 N. Watterson Street 704-739-8354 New Beginnings Church of Jesus Christ 541 Crocker Road 704-730-9507 New Bynum Chapel AME Zion Church N. Cansler Street 704-739-2606 New Camp Creek Baptist Church 863 New Camp Creek Ch. Road 704-487-7128 New Life Family Worship Center 428 Oak Grove Road 704-739-9371

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New Way Missionary Baptist Church 105 Waco Road 704-724-0414

Progressive Church of Our Lord 1001 Cleveland Avenue 704-734-1070

Oak Grove Baptist Church 1022 Oak Grove Road 704-739-4833

Resurrection Lutheran Church 600 Crescent Circle 704-739-5580

Oak View Baptist Church 1517 York Road 704-739-7831

Royal Praise Ministries 2055 Shelby Rd.

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

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

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■ LIFESTYLES

Come hear about America’s pioneer history and the impact these North Carolina women had on America’s story.

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Local author, Randell Jones, to speak at KM Historical Museum

By Sarah Lynch

In honor of National Women’s History Month, K i n g s Mountain Historical Museum is JONES pleased to welcome award-winning author and storyteller Randell Jones to share a new telling of episodes from the life of America’s pioneer hero, Daniel Boone. This time, the stories are about some of the women surrounding

his life and influenced by it across three generations.

Hear surprising stories about his wife Rebecca’s life while Daniel was off on one long hunt or another as well as stories about two of his daughters.

This spring is the 250th anniversary of Daniel Boone’s first excursion through the Cumberland Gap into Kentucky. Boone left his home along the upper reaches of the Yadkin River on May 1, 1769 and was gone for two years.

This expedition initiated what became America’s westward movement with the marking of Boone Trace

in 1775 and the founding of Fort Boonesborough.

Some Boone women were instrumental in those great feats as well. Here is a chance to become better acquainted with America’s pioneer history and the impact of these North Carolina women had on America’s story.

As our current exhibit focuses on books and how their stories shape us, we are excited to discover another shaping story. We hope you will be a part of it!

Register for this FREE event on our Facebook Page: KMHistoricalMuseum

Library hosts the Tar Heel Traveler Scott Mason, WRAL-TV reporter and North Carolina Humanities Council road scholar will visit Mauney Memorial Library on Monday, April 1 at 6 p.m., to share stories from his travels across the back roads of North Carolina. You will hear tales of memorable characters, outof-the-way places, and learn fascinating historical footnotes. The program is free, so call the Library at 704739-2371 to register, or visit mauneylibrary.org.

Scott Mason is a broadcast journalist with over 35 years of television experience. He has won dozens of awards for documentaries, writing, and feature reporting, including three National Edward R. Murrow awards and twenty regional Emmys.

The Electronic News Association of the Carolinas has twice named Scott the North Carolina Television

Scott Mason, The Tar Heel Traveler, speaks at Mauney Memorial Library April 1 at 6 p.m.

Reporter of the Year. His Monday-Thursday series on WRAL-TV has been so popular it has led to Tar Heel Traveler half-hour specials, which Scott produces each quarter.

In addition to his television series, Scott has written three books: Tar Heel Traveler: Journeys Across North Carolina; Tar Heel Traveler Eats:

Food Journeys Across North Carolina; and, Faith and Air: The Miracle List.

This project is made possible by funding from the North Carolina Humanities Council, a statewide nonprofit and affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities. The Humanities Council supports through grants and public programs vital conversations that nurture the cultures and heritage of North Carolina.

Learn more about the work of the North Carolina Humanities Council at www.nchumanities.org.

For more information, call the library at (704) 739-2371.

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

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

GLAZED HAM 1 9- to-10-pound bone-in fully cooked smoked ham (butt or shank half) 2 tablespoons whole cloves 1 1/2 cups Glaze • Remove the ham from the refrigerator and bring to room temperature, about 30 minutes.

• Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Trim off any skin from the ham. Use a sharp paring knife to score through the fat in a diagonal crosshatch pattern without cutting through to the meat.

Insert the cloves into the ham, placing them at the intersections of the cuts.

• Put the ham, flat-side down, on a rack in a roasting pan. Pour 1/4 inch water into the bottom of the pan.

Transfer to the oven and roast until a thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the ham registers 130 degrees, about 2 hours, 30 minutes (approx. 15 minutes per pound).

• Increase the oven temperature to 425 degrees.

Pour half of the glaze over the ham and brush to coat.

• If the water in the bottom of the pan has evaporated, add more. Return the ham to the oven and roast, basting every 10 minutes with the remaining Glaze, until glossy and well browned, about 45 more minutes.

PINEAPPLE-APRICOT GLAZE: Grate the zest of 2 limes; set aside. Squeeze the juice into a saucepan; add 8 thin slices ginger and 2 cups unsweetened pineapple juice. Boil until reduced to 1/2 cup, 8 to 10 minutes. Strain, then add the lime zest, 1 cup apricot preserves and 1/4 cup dijon mustard.

HONEY GLAZED CARROTS Salt 1 lb. baby carrots 2 tablespoons butter 2 tablespoons honey 1 tablespoon lemon juice Freshly ground black pepper

1/4 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley In a medium saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add salt and then carrots and cook until tender, 5 to 6 minutes. Drain the carrots and add back to pan with butter, honey and lemon juice. Cook until a glaze coats the carrots, 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper and garnish with parsley.

CHEESY POTATO CASSEROLE 2 cups sour cream 1 can (10 3/4 oz) condensed cream of chicken soup 1/2 cup butter, melted 1 tablespoon garlic salt 1 cup chopped onions 1 bag (30 oz) frozen shredded hash brown potatoes, partially thawed 2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese In large bowl, combine sour cream, cream of chicken soup, melted butter, garlic salt, onions, hash brown potatoes, partially thawed, and Cheddar cheese; stir until well blended.

Pour into ungreased 13x9inch glass baking dish. Bake for 45 minutes.

ASPARAGUS AND CHEESE QUICHE 1 refrigerated pie crust, softened as directed on box 1 tablespoon butter 1/2 lb fresh asparagus spears, trimmed, cut into 1-inch pieces 1/2 cup chopped onion 1/2 cup chopped drained roasted red bell peppers (from a jar) 4 oz. (goat) cheese, crumbled 1 cup half-and-half 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper 3 eggs 1/2 cup freshly shredded Parmesan cheese • Heat oven to 375°. Spray 9-inch glass pie plate with cooking spray. Place pie crust in pie plate as directed on box for one crust; flute edges.

• In 12-inch skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat. Cook

CHEESY CHEDDAR BROCCOLI CASSEROLE 1 can (10-3/4 oz.) condensed cream of mushroom soup 1 cup sour cream 1-1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided 1 can (6 oz.)french-fried onions, divided 2 packages (16 oz.) frozen broccoli florets, thawed • Preheat oven to 325°.

In a large saucepan, combine soup, sour cream, 1 cup cheese and 1-1/4 cups onions; heat through over medium heat, stirring until blended, 4-5 minutes. Stir in broccoli. Transfer to a greased 2-qt. baking dish.

• Bake, uncovered, until bubbly, 25-30 minutes.

Sprinkle with the remaining cheese and onions. • Bake until cheese is melted, 10-15 minutes.

LEMON BLUEERRY DUMP CAKE 6 cups fresh or frozen blueberries 1 tsp. ground cinnamon 3/4 cup butter, melted 1 pkg. lemon cake mix TOPPING: 2 (6-oz) lemon yogurt 8 oz. Cool Whip 1/2 cup marshmallow cream 1/3 cup lemon curd Extra blueberries • Preheat oven to 350°. Toss blueberries with cinnamon; spread into a greased 13x9 baking dish. Drizzle with half of the melted butter.

Sprinkle with cake mix; drizzle with remaining butter.

• Bake until golden brown and fruit is bubbly, 45-55 minutes. Cool on a wire rack.

• Beat together yogurt, whipped topping, marshmallow creme and lemon curd.

Serve dump cake with yogurt mixture and, if desired, additional blueberries.

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Outside of the woman’s club and church, Ann Bennett is the Chief Judge for Kings Mountain South precinct and served as co-supervisor of Early Voting for Kings Mountain precinct.

Bennett is a retired teacher with 30 years of experience. She is currently a substitute teacher for Kings Mountain Middle and Kings Mountain High School. She has served as the N.C. advisor for the STOP the Violence training that has been conducted in all 50 United States. She has led a team of college students to train middle and high school students to recognize and report violence in schools.

Ann Bennett is a 25year member of Beta Chi Alpha Delta Kappa teacher sorority and has served as secretary, treasurer and historian.

asparagus and onion in butter 5 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until asparagus is crisp-tender. Spoon vegetables into crust-lined plate.

Top with roasted peppers and goat cheese.

• In large bowl, beat halfand-half, salt, pepper and eggs with whisk. Pour over ingredients in crust. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

• Place pie plate on lowest oven rack; bake 35 to 45 minutes or until knife inserted in center comes out clean. Let stand 10 minutes before cutting.

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21st Annual Cleveland County Heart Ball

American Heart Association presents space-themed “Anything is Possible” The American Heart Association will host the 21st A n n u a l Cleveland County Heart Ball presented by Co-chairs Dr. Kendalyn Lutz-Craver and Mr. Newton Craver, Dr. Sarah Karner and Mr. Kevin Karner on Saturday, March 23, 2019, at 6:00 p.m. at the LeGrand Center in Shelby, NC. The Signature Sponsor for this year’s Heart Ball is Cornerstone Dental Associates.

What: The 2019 Cleveland Heart Ball is a major fundraising event for the American Heart Association that supports cardiovascular research, advocacy and community outreach.

This year’s event Anything is Possible is a spacethemed night that honors

the 50th anniversary of the lunar landing. The courage and curiosity of space exploration inspires us to believe in the possibility of future treatments and medical advancements in cardiovascular care. The night features a cocktail reception, silent auction, seated dinner, Open Your Heart program, live auction and dancing. There will be a special presentation being made to the family of longtime supporter and AHA volunteer, Adelaide Craver, who passed away in January. Starting next year, The Adelaide Craver: Heart for Community Award will be presented to a person, family or organization that works to improve the health of the community.

When: Saturday, March 23, 2019, at 6:00 p.m.

6:00p.m.-7:45p.m. Silent auction and cocktail

reception 8 p.m.-10:00p.m. Dinner, Survivor Program, Presentation to family of Adelaide Craver, and Live Auction 10:00p.m.-12:00a.m.

Dancing Where: LeGrand Center, 1800 E Marion St Shelby, NC 28152 Why: The Cleveland County Heart Ball is a major fundraising event that allows the American Heart Association to fund research and technology used at hospitals throughout the region and promote awareness, advocacy, health equity and prevention of the #1 killer, heart disease.

For more information or for tickets visit http://clevelandcountyncheartball. heart.org

Gov. Cooper urges NC to invest in small towns and rural communities North Carolina can bring opportunity and prosperity to all parts of North COOPER Carolina through smart investments in economic development and good jobs, Governor Roy Cooper said Wednesday.

Speaking at the Main Streets conference on March 13 in Salisbury, Gov. Cooper outlined his plan to strengthen and revitalize North Carolina rural communities. The governor’s budget proposal, Investments for a Determined North Carolina, includes $145 million for rural economic development, expanded Internet access, and affordable housing for rural communities statewide, as well as investments in job training and education.

“Our small towns and rural communities are wonderful places to live, work and raise a family,” said Gov. Cooper. “My budget includes plans to strengthen our 80 rural counties and help them overcome challenges.”

Supporting Rural Economies Gov. Cooper’s proposed budget creates the Rural Investments Strengthening Economies (RISE) Program, investing $15 million

over two years to revitalize communities and encourage companies to locate or expand in North Carolina’s 80 rural counties. It also provides a combined $13 million to support rural economic development projects through infrastructure improvements and site development and includes $55 million for locally-identified economic development projects.

Gov. Cooper also wants to get more North Carolinians trained for the jobs of today and tomorrow. His plan to start NC GROW—Getting Ready for Opportunities in the Workforce—would provide scholarships to help people get community college degrees and job training for in-demand jobs. Investments in public school construction and renovation and local water and sewer infrastructure, through the governor’s Invest NC bond, will also help rural communities and get hammers swinging in counties across the state.

Expanding Medicaid, another key priority for the governor, will particularly benefit small towns and rural areas. It would bring $4 billion into North Carolina’s economy, create an estimated 40,000 jobs, provide more affordable health care for 500,000 people, and bolster struggling hospitals in rural communities.

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Investing in Affordable Housing A shortage of quality, affordable housing is also a challenge for many communities. Gov. Cooper’s proposed budget adds an extra $2.3 million for the Housing Trust Fund, $20 million for the Workforce Housing Loan Program, $7.2 million for the Community Living Housing Fund to increase access to housing for people with disabilities, and $6.5 million for Rural Neighborhood Revitalization grants to help local governments improve neighborhoods.

“These investments will help rural communities attract more businesses, create more good jobs, and improve their quality of life.”

Gov. Cooper said.

The investments in his budget help build on Gov. Cooper’s Hometown Strong initiative, an innovative partnership between state government and rural communities that works to revitalize local economies and improve infrastructure.

CASINO From Page 1A the Catawba Indians once occupied this land.

“The Eastern Band of the Cherokee are using inflammatory language to stir people up and make this an issue of crossing state lines, when it has nothing to do with that. These were once our lands, plain and simple,” he said.

The dilemma regarding tribal rights and is not a new one, as landless tribes across the country have acquired land and then sought to open casinos, since the Indian Gaming Act was established in 1988. At stake is a huge revenue stream which could fuel the economy of entire communities.

In an article in the April 4, 2018 edition of smok

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Bowen arrested on multiple charges Provided by Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office On March 15, 2019 the Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office arrested John Austin Bowen in connection with multiple utility trailer larcenies around the county.

Detectives received a tip from a member of the community that led detectives to 2905 Sheree Lane Shelby,

NC where the suspect was attempting to repaint one of the stolen trailers. The detectives were able to recover two trailers and stolen property from this residence.

The suspect was taken into custody without incident and charged.

Bowen has been charged in the larceny of three enclosed utility trailers. The trailers and property stolen had a value of over

$24,000.00. The investigation is ongoing and more arrests are expected.

Suspect: John Austin Bowen, 2905 Sheree Ln., Shelby, NC 28150.

DOB: 10/15/1996 Charges: Felony Larceny (4 counts), Felony Possession of Stolen Goods (3 counts), Breaking and Entering of a Motor Vehicle (2 counts), Injury to Personal Property (2 counts)

■ POLICE ARRESTS FEB. 4: Jacques Luc Everson, 55, 402 W. Mountain St., assault on female, criminal summons.

FEB. 6: Kimberly Oliver Strickland, 49, Pageland, SC, DWI, $1500 secured bond.

FEB. 6: A 17-year-old resident of Oak Ridge, NJ, carrying a concealed weapon, $5,000 secured bond.

FEB. 7: John Anthony Taylor, 35, Charlotte, felony larceny, $10,000 secured bond, arrested on warrant from Gaston County.

FEB. 7: Stephanie Taylor Ford, 29, Gastonia, arrested on five outstanding warrants from Gaston County, three counts of probation violation, one count shoplifting/concealment, one count possession drug paraphernalia, $190,000 secured bond.

FEB. 8: Brittany Lashea Brooks, 29, 531 Belvedere Circle, defrauding Innkeeper, criminal summons.

FEB. 9: Amber Elizabeth McGill, 40, 2008 Shelby Road, simple assault, criminal summons.

FEB. 12: Brittany Sheree Hinson, 28, 109 Waco Road, order for arrest, failure to appear, $10,000 secured bond, transported to Gaston County Detention Center.

FEB. 13: Alexis Deanne Brafford, 22, 228 Jim Patterson Road, no operator’s license, giving fictitious information to officer, $1000 secured bond.

FEB. 13: Shanta Tanisha Dean, 37, 1019 Mountain Crest

Drive, driving while license revoked, $1000 secured bond.

FEB. 13: Latasha Lashea Crank, 22, 138 Rollingbrook Road, simple assault, criminal summons.

FEB. 14: Brittany Nicole Cogdell Dixon, 25, 1910 Shelby Road, simple assault, criminal summons.

FEB. 14: Stephen Joel Upchurch, 36, China Grove, arrested on a fugitive warrant from South Carolina, felony, no bond.

FEB. 14: Tiffany Nicole Vernon, 20, 205 Timms St., harassing phone calls, trial date was March 1 in Rutherford County.

FEB. 17: Damorian Diccola Wilson, 22, Gastonia, uttering a forged Instrument, two counts, $10,000 unsecured bond.

FEB. 19: Derrick Deshawn Strickland, 37, 1050 Mountaincrest Dr., assault on female, driving while license revoked, $500 secured bond, transported to Gaston County Law Enforcement Center.

FEB, 19: Trevor Dantoin Summers, 23, 1813 Alpine Drive, second degree trespass, $3000 secured bond, transported to Gaston County Detention Center.

FEB. 20: David Andrew Cook, 48, 141 Crown Court, assault on female, no bond.

FEB. 20: Christopher Randy Jones, 110 Monta Vista Dr., driving while license revoked, $1000 secured bond.

FEB. 20: Tracy Nance Stevens, 48, 141 Crown Court, violating 50B domestic order,

assault, no bond.

FEB. 22: Patrick Oneil Stroud, 34, 208 Blanton St., felony assault, assault on female, no bond.

FEB. 23: Johnny D. Houck Jr., 50, Charlotte, DWI, red light violation, $10,000 unsecured bond.

FEB.23: Ashley Elizabeth Todd, 27, 109 Castlewood Dr., misdemeanor larceny. Trial date is March 29 in Gaston County.

FEB. 23: Al-Kareem Abdul Hampton, 2, 415 N. Tracy St., driving while license revoked, expired registration tag, $500 secured bond FEB. 24: Antonio Devon Burris, 46, Gastonia, resist, delay, obstruct, driving while license revoked, failure to comply, also s served with order for arrest in Gaston County, secured bond of $7500 and $2500 secured bond in Cleveland County.

FEB. 24: Cassie Marie Yow, 27, 624 E. Gold St., harassing phone call, written promise.

FEB. 25: James Strickland III, 64, 4903 Shelby Road, inhaling toxic vapors, $1000 secured bond.

FEB. 26: Gary Ray Mills, 44, 450 Range Road, order for arrest, failure to appear, driving while license revoked, $500 secured.

MARCH 11: Taylor Bryanna Willetts, 27, simple possession Schedule IV, $1000 secured bond.

Gardner-Webb University tuition freeze Gardner-Webb University has announced a freeze on tuition, room and board for the upcoming academic year for traditional undergraduate students enrolled in the Boiling Springs campus program. The freeze is effective immediately and will apply to incoming freshmen, transfer students and current undergraduates for the 2019-’20 year.

“We have had concerns for some time about cost and affordability for our undergraduate students,” says Interim

GWU President Dr. Ben Leslie, “and our Board of Trustees felt strongly that we needed to address that situation head on.”

Affordability is among the most pressing issues in higher education nationwide. Universities are looking for ways to continue to recruit and retain students while limiting the cost and subsequent student debt.

“We believe Gardner-Webb University is a great value,” notes Leslie, “but that does not mean we shouldn’t pay close attention to how our pricing affects our students. This tuition freeze will impact all of our undergraduates, in different ways based on their individual situa-

tions, but the net effect will be that our students will see some financial relief. That’s what we intend. We must keep a close eye on cost as well as value.”

Leslie adds, “We know how our traditional undergraduates perform; we know from our institutional research that 98 percent of those students are employed or in graduate school within six months of graduation.”

Leadership from the Board of Trustees made the freeze possible. “We have heard the concerns not only from students, but from faculty, staff and administration, too,” offers Chair of the Board Jennifer

signelz: independent tribal media, a similar fight for tribal rights related to casinos was reported in the Portland-Vancouver market. Dean Rhodes said, "the Grand Ronde Tribe finally saw its geographic advantage disappear when the landless Cowlitz Tribe was granted a Reservation from the U.S. Department of the Interior off Interstate 5 approximately 16 miles north of the Columbia River.”

Like the Catawba location, the Cowlitz casino was much closer to metropolitan areas, and the fear was it would draw potential guests away from the older establishment of Spirit Mountain Casino.

"Tribal lobbyist Justin Martin estimated that the Grand Ronde Tribe's gaming dividend would be slashed by 47.7 percent when the Cowlitz opened a casino," Rhodes wrote.

"Martin also was quoted often in mainstream newspapers as saying that the Grand Ronde Tribe stood to lose more than $100 million annually in revenue once Cowlitz's casino opened," Rhodes reported.

A year later, those predictions proved to be incorrect, and the Grand Ronde Tribe showed a dividend at their Spirit Mountain Casino.

Rhodes quoted Martin as saying, "Tribal Council increased the projected dividend from Spirit Mountain Casino by 36.8 percent, offsetting the drastic reduction expected the previous year. The difference between the expected gaming dividend in 2016 compared to that projected in 2018 is now only 18.8 percent.”

Rhodes said that Reyn Leno, a member of the Spirit Mountain Gaming Inc. board of directors con-

cluded, "We were planning worst-case scenario. I think instead of talking so much about Cowlitz, (we) should have just been talking about competition. We're going to have competition, and we need to get better at what we do. And I think we have."

Like the Catawba Indian Nation, Kings Mountain and Cleveland County stand to benefit greatly from the financial impact of this legislation, because it will bring jobs and new business to the community.

Chief Harris was quick to point out, “The decision to pass this legislation is not one the Senators take lightly. They aren’t going to force this upon the people. Their decision will be based upon local feelings and what people want will be taken into consideration.”

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Kings Mountain Gateway Trail 10th Anniversary races Runners participated in a cold wet day on March 9 to run in the 10th Anniversary 5K, 10Mile, and Fun Run at the Kings Mountain Gateway Trail.

Shriley Brukto, Executive Director of the Kings Mountain Gateway Trails, commented, “Several runners came for the first time and loved participating. A big thank you goes to our fantastic group of sponsors for 2019. It is wonderful to have their support and interest in

the trail that so many people use and love. Also, without the help of our trail committee and all the volunteers that did all the hard work to make the run happen, we can’t thank you enough! You are absolutely wonderful. We had students from the local school that actually got credit for volunteering. It’s always a treat to see the children run in the Fun Run and there were even some that ran in the 5K.” See race sponsors on page 8B.

10 mile race begins - Photo by Ellen Devinney

Brooke Clark came in 1st place in the 5k Female, 1 – 19 Division.

Photo by Dave Evans.

Kids Fun Run - Photo by Ellen Devinney

The 5K race begins - Photo provided

Judah Morris, #380, came in 2nd place in the Fun Run. Photo by Ellen Devenney

Various race scenes by Ellen Devinney

MaryWade Smith, trails committee with Matt & Esther Morris, winner 1st place in the 40-49 division.

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Neil Dowell and Chris Eason with Timing Director Starr Dowell.

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Jimmy Brown, one of Limestone’s best, to be inducted in KM Sports Hall of Fame (Ed. Note – The KM Sports Hall of Fame is Sat., May 11 at Central United Methodist Church. Tickets are $15 and available at KMHS and Paul Ingram’s Barber Shop).

As a basketball player at Kings Mountain High School, Jimmy “Smoke” Brown played behind one of the school’s all-time great guards, Carl Smith, who not only had a spectacular career here but went on to break the legendary “Dr. J” Julius Irving’s assist records at the University of Massachusetts.

When “Smitty” was being highly recruited he visited many NAIA and Division Two teams like Limestone College in Gaffney, SC but knew he would not consider scholarship offers except from Division I schools.

He knew his close friend and KMHS teammate Brown was college material, too, and took him along on recruiting visits and urged college coaches to give him a chance.

Limestone did, and Brown and another high school and college teammate Demetris Goode were recently named among the 40 top players in Limestone history.

Brown will join Smith, Goode and their high school coach, the late John Blalock, in the KM Sports Hall of Fame Saturday, May 11 at Central United Methodist Church.

“Smitty and I were always best friends,” Brown recalled recently. “He was instrumental in me getting a chance to play college ball. Every time he went for a visit he took me with

him. He knew he wasn’t going to a NAIA school.

“I have to thank Carl Smith, Mrs. (Betty) Gamble, Mr. Bill Briggs (former president of Limestone College and a KM native), Steve Baker and Mrs. Parker, my English teacher, for helping me get in college. They believed in me as a person and a student and they made me a better person.”

Brown’s best game in high school came during his sophomore year when he set a school assist record with 17 and also scored 12 points at South Point.

“Smitty had a hip pointer,” Brown remembered, “and I started in his place. Smitty was just so happy about it.”

During Brown’s junior and senior years the Mountaineers won the Southwestern Conference.

His junior year they broke defending state champion RS Central’s 48 game winning streak, 69-68, and their senior year they soundly defeated Shelby four times during the regular season but were upset by the Lions in the District championship game.

“Coach Blalock had me in and took me out,” Brown recalled. “Frank Parker came in the game and took the last shot instead of Smith.”

When Brown was an eighth grader at KM Junior High he was the starting point guard and Smith played the #2 guard position. Smith was moved to the point in the ninth grade.

“Betty Gamble helped me get into Limestone,” he recalled. “She called and got me an application and called Mr. Briggs, who was the college president,

Jimmy Brown during his playing days at KMHS. and he got my fee waived.

Mrs. Gamble said ‘make me proud.’

“Mr. Briggs looked out for me. I walked on the basketball team and didn’t make the team at first. We were playing a black and white game and several players got hurt. I scored double figures in points and assists and the next day they put me on the team.”

Brown recalled being third team for the first six games, but was leading the team in assists. In the 11th game of the year, he started in a TV game against Gardner-Webb.

“I was a coach on the floor,” he noted. “I didn’t turn the ball over all year.

I started on TV and never looked back.”

Brown would go on the set school records in

assists, and scored 876 career points. In his freshman year of 1982-83 he hit 53 percent of his field goals, 63 percent of his free throws and dished out 105 assists; his sophomore year he scored 216 points for a 7.2 average in 30 games and had 164 assists. His junior year he scored 239 points for a 7.2 average and had 226 assists; and his senior year he scored 305 points for a 9.5 average and had 207 assists.

For his career he had 702 assists and played in 120 of the school’s 130 games.

He led the conference in assists and received the Coach’s Award as a junior, and was team MVP his senior year.

Brown was instrumental in getting his high school teammate, Demetris

Jimmy Brown will be inducted into the KM Sports Hall of Fame May 11 at Central United Methodist Church.

Goode, to transfer to Limestone from Wingate.

“We played down at Wingate one night and Demetris sat on the bench all night,” Brown recalled.

“It was in the WBTV Classic. After the game I told Coach (Craig) Drennon that we needed to get him at Limestone. He was too good of a ball player to be sitting on the bench. Coach Drennon trusted me and Demetris transferred and started for us, and his junior year made honorable mention All-American.”

While at KMHS, Brown also stood out in cross country, being named all-conference his junior and senior year and finishing first in every meet except for one regular season meet and two times to a runner from South Point.

After graduating college, Brown was an athletic director in Fairfield County, SC and later moved to Gastonia and was AD at the Boys Club.

He has been a security officer for Duke Energy since 1987.

Brown was a basketball assistant for a time in Spartanburg. His 17-yearold son, Jimar Brown, is a student at Byrnes High School in Duncan, SC. His sports activity now

is limited to golf, and he is good at that also. His playing partner is former UNC basketball standout Al Wood of Fort Mill, SC. They play in Gastonia every Saturday.

Brown said he was “shocked” to be named to the Hall of Fame, “but I’ve always thought I was just as good as any player at my time.

“My coaches didn’t believe in me until I went to Limestone,” he said.

“I’ve grown since I was at KMHS (5-7 to 6-0) and that helped me a lot.

Limestone gave me the confidence to be the person I am. My perseverance helped me be the person I am today.

“It’s not always about you,” he added. “It’s about the people who believed in you, that know you need help to get where you’re going. George Adams and Jo Jo (Paul) Ingram helped me a lot. They, along with Artis Gilmore, would take us along with them to the recreation center to work on our game.

“I am really excited to be a part of the Hall of Fame. I never thought I would be there.”

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KM’s Melton fires no-hitter, fans 12 in 19-0 rout of Huss

John Harmon Melton working on a no-hitter against Hunter Huss.

Kings Mountain senior pitcher John Harmon Melton let only one pitch get away from him in Tuesday’s 19-0 Big South 3A Conference victory over Hunter Huss at Lancaster Field.

With one out in the top of the fifth inning an inside fast ball hit the Huskies’ Seth Neal. But, despite that, the tall senior right hander completed his no-hitter.

Melton struck out 12 of the 16 Huskies that came to the plate. He fanned nine of them over the final three innings.

Huss starter Zack Whitaker did a good job holding the Mountaineer hitters over the first two innings, even though the

home team managed an unearned run in the first and two more in the second for a 3-0 lead. DJ Bagwell’s single to center was the only hit during that stretch, but Huss committed three errors.

Melton struck out one man in the first and two in the second before registering nine over the final three frames.

Kings Mountain blew the game open with 11 runs in the third inning, assuring that fans would get home early. Fourteen batters went to the plate and chased Whitaker from the mound.

Bryce Fisher got things going with a one out double to deep centerfield and

Zach Crawford followed with the first of his two hits during the inning to run the score to 4-0. Joe Ruffalo added an RBI single, Cameron Stevens beat out a bunt and DJ Bagwell added a two-run single for a 7-0 lead. A David Bell single moved the score to 8-0 and the ninth run scored on an error.

Both of Crawford’s hits came during the inning – his second bringing home two more runs – and before the smoke finally cleared the Mountaineers had a 14-0 lead.

The Mountaineers batted around again in the bottom of the fourth, adding their final five runs.

The first was courtesy of

another Huss error and Melton’s single to left ran the margin to 16-0. Seth Kennedy later produced a two-run single to center to make it 18-0, and Silas Price’s single to right ended the scoring.

Melton began the top of the fifth by fanning Eller Gray, but hit Neil to allow the first and only Huss runner. He remained at first base as Melton struck out Leon Pechy and Eddie Roberts to end the game.

Bagwell and Bell joined Crawford with two hits apiece to lead KM’s 12hit attack. Fisher, Stevens, Melton, George Long, Kennedy and Price added a hit each.

Mountaineers whip Ashbrook

Joe Ruffalo earned the win in relief as KM edged North Lincoln 2-1 in eight innings Wednesday.

Photo by Gary Smart

Mountaineers nip North 2-1 Kings Mountain came up with single runs in the bottom of the seventh and eighth innings to defeat North Lincoln 2-1 in a non-conference game Wednesday at Lancaster Field.

The visitors grabbed a

1-0 lead off KM starter Justin Cooke in the top of the fifth.

Cooke exited after the sixth inning after giving up just four hits. Joe Ruffalo came in from the outfield to hold North to no hits the rest of the way. Only one NL

batter reached base off Ruffalo and that was on a walk.

Ruffalo fanned three.

Kings Mountain racked up 11 hits, but had trouble pushing runners across the plate.

Ruffalo led the hitting with 3-for-4 and one RBI.

David Bell was 2-for-4 and drove in the other run.

Bryce Fisher was 2-for-4 and had the Mountaineers’ only extra base hit, a double.

Boone Cartee, Blake Broome, John Harmon Melton and Cameron Stevens had a hit apiece.

JVs roll over North Lincoln

Clinton Turner works on the pitching win for JVs in win over North Lincoln.

Photos by Gary Smart

The Kings Mountain High JVs rolled over North Lincoln 8-1 Wednesday afternoon at Lancaster Field.

Clinton Turner and Devin Pressley shared mound duties and also led the Mountaineers at the plate with two hits each.

One of Turner’s was a double.

Turner worked the first

four innings to get the win.

He scattered four hits and struck out five.

Pressley hurled the final there frames, giving up just one hit and striking out two.

Al Wylie, Chris Ruffalo and Jaxson Bolin aided the hitting attack with one hit apiece, with Bolin’s being a double.

Kings Mountain’s Mountaineers came back from an early 1-0 deficit to defeat Gastonia Ashbrook 5-2 in a Big South Conference game Thursday night at Lancaster Field.

The Green Wave broke on top after Josh Bradshaw reached base on an error and later scored on a single to center by Baylor Wyatt.

But Mountaineer starter Zach Crawford, who would get his first win, buckled down to get out of the inning without more damage.

The Mountaineers answered with three runs in the bottom of the first, and even though there were some anxious moments it would be enough for them to nail down the victory.

David Bell opened the KM first with a single to left field. An out later John Harmon Melton singled and both runners moved up with stolen bases. Bryce Fisher’s grounder went through the legs of the Ashbrook second baseman for an error and both runners scored for a 2-1 lead.

After Crawford reached on an error, Joe Ruffalo hit a gapper to right-center to bring home the third run.

Ashbrook answered in the top of the second with its final run that scored while the KM defense was turning a 4-6-3 double play.

Crawford buckled down and allowed only one base runner over the next two innings and that was enough for him to

Bryce Fisher’s long home run wrapped up the scoring in KM’s win over Ashbrook. nail down the victory.

Kings Mountain put the game on ice in the bottom of the fifth as Melton hit a fly ball to deep centerfield for a sacrifice fly that plated Blake Broome, and Fisher followed with a towering home run over the right field fence.

Ashbrook had a minor rally in the top of the sixth off relief pitcher Boone Cartee. With two down and nobody on base, Cartee hit Alex Woody and gave up a single to left to Cooper Merritt before Cooper York popped up to second for the final out.

Joe Ruffalo took the mound in the top of the seventh and put the Green Wave down in order on just nine pitches. He struck out the final two batters.

Melton led the seven-hit KM attack with two hits. Bell, Ruffalo, Broome, Fisher and Stevens had one each.

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Brittney Reynolds rips a base hit in last week’s win over Huss at Lancaster Field.

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Catie Payne works on a two-hit, 13-strikeout performance against Hunter Huss.

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Lady Mountaineers still undefeated in Big South Kings Mountain High’s girls softball suffered its first loss last week to Fred T. Foard but remained undefeated in the Big South Conference with wins over Hunter Huss and Ashbrook.

The Lady Mountaineers turned back both Gastonia teams on the mercy rule.

They defeated the Green Wave 18-0 and the Huskies 10-0.

In the four-inning contest with Ashbrook Thursday, Andrea Melton and Keegan Irby shared pitching duties.

Melton worked one inning and Irby pitched three, giv-

ing up just hits to get the win.

The Lady Mountaineers banged out 11 hits in three innings with Monica Head, Jenna Ramsey, Jessie Oehler and Brittney Reynolds getting two apiece. Reynolds and Head drove in a pair of runs each and Oehler and Ramsey had one RBI each.

Karlee Nantz added a hit and two RBI, as did Keegan Irby. Savannah Briggs also had a hit.

Against Huss two nights earlier, Catie Payne allowed only two hits and struck out

13 batters.

The Mountaineers pounded out 10 hits with Emily Graham leading the way with 3-for-3 and two RBI. Reynolds was 1-for-2 with two RBI. Kings Mountain suffered its first loss a night later at Foard, 6-1.

Irby led the Lady Mountaineers at the plate with 3-for-3, and Oehler went 2-for-3. Ramsey had the lone RBI. Summer Deaton went the route on the mound. She gave up just four this and two earned runs.

Jenna Ramsey fields a grounder off the bat of a Huss player.

KMMS tennis gets first win

KM gals winners in track Kings Mountain’s girls had three first place finishes in Thursday’s track meet at Ashbrook High School.

Teams from Charlotte 4A schools dominated the meet, providing very fast times.

Kings Mountain winners were Macie Sims in the high jump, Niya Kelly in the shot put, and Zahra Roberts in the 100 meter dash. Kelly and Roberts also qualified for the Western Regionals.

Thai Tuttanon was the top finisher for the Mountaineers.

He was second in the triple jump.

Lackey Whitaker win golf Roy Whitaker and Keith Lackey were the winners in Cleveland County Senior Golf Association matches last week.

Whitaker shot a 75 to win Thursday at Deer Brook.

Larry Hibschman took low net with a 64 (81-17).

Gary Self was closest to the pin on #12 and Dean Bowen sank the longest putt on 18.

Lackey shot a 71 to win Tuesday’s match at Cherokee National. Mike Melton was low net with a 64 (72-8).

Randy Simmons was closest to the pin and Paul Jolley sank the longest putt.

Golfers 4th in BS match Kings Mountain High’s golfers finished fourth in a Big South Conference match last week at Cleveland Country Club.

Forestview shot a 302 to win by 20 strokes over Stuart Cramer with a 322. Crest shot 333, KM 348, North Gaston 393, Burns 432 and Ashbrook 459.

Luke Cochran of Forestview was the medalist with a 74.

Cooper Putnam led KM with an 82. Brady Waters shot 87, Tucker Leatherman 89, Vince Mann 90 and Seabron Echols 118.

Kings Mountain’s Sarah Drennan is off and running toward one of her four goals in last week’s win over Ashbrook at Gamble Stadium.

Photos by Gary Smart

Kickers blank Huss, Ashbrook Kings Mountain High’s women’s soccer team cruised to shutout victories over a pair of Gastonia teams last week.

Tuesday at Hunter Huss, the Mountaineers won by 5-0.

Lindsey Deaver had a hat trick and one assist, and Georgia Moss had a goal and three assists.

Carly Johnson and Sarah Drennan each scored a goal.

Baylee Marr was in goal for the shutout.

The Lady Mountaineers defeated Ashbrook 9-0 in a mercy rule contest Thursday night at Gamble Stadium.

It was a big night for senior Sarah Drennan, who scored four goals, and Deaver also had another big night with her second hat trick of the week.

Raegan Buchanan and Hannah Clark added one goal apiece.

Georgia Moss and Carley Johnson had two assists each and Deaver, Katherine Martin and Buchanan added one apiece.

Kings Mountain was scheduled to go to Burns last night.

Lindsey Deaver battles an Ashbrook player in last week’s game at Gamble Stadium. Deaver scored three goals after scoring three a few nights earlier against Hunter Huss.

Kings Mountain Middle’s tennis team posted its first win of the season Thursday, 7-2 over East Rutherford.

The Patriots carried a 1-3 record into a match yesterday against Shelby.

The Patriots wrapped up the victory with wins in five of the six singles matches.

Lillian Lutz, playing #1 for the first time in her career, was up 5-2 before losing 8-6.

“Lillian got tired and the momentum shifted,” noted Coach David McDonald.

“She could not close out the match against a very capable opponent.”

Hannah McGill also got down early (5-2) in the #2 singles match, but came back for a 9-7 victory.

“She kept fighting and would not give up,” McDonald said. “She dug deep to come back and tie the match at 6-6. Hannah showed a never quit mentality and won the match against an athletic opponent.”

At #3, Adam Guy dominated his opponent 8-1.

“Adam played better than he has the first couple of matches,” McDonald said. “He dominated his opponent.”

Tony Latham also played his best match at #4, winning 8-0.

Melissa Brooks, at #5, started for the first time and also won 8-0.

“She has improved greatly since the season started,” McDonald said.

“She has only been playing for a few months.”

Railey Bolt also won 8-0 at #6.

“She has been doing double duty the last couple of weeks,” McDonald noted. “This weekend she is in a play at the Joy Theater.”

In doubles, Latham and McGill lost a tough match 8-5 after being tied at 5-all.

At #2, Guy and Abigail Latham won 8-2.

At #3, Callie Stimpson and Karisa Waldt won 8-0 in their first start.

“The keep improving every match,” McDonald said. “They did not give the other team a chance to make it a contest.”

Emma Goff works ball downfield for KMHS in win over Ashbrook.

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PART TIME SECRETARY 20-25 Hours per week. Pay $10 per hour. Responsibilities include...Keeping Financial Records, Writing Checks, Payroll, Quarterly Reports & Taxes. Creating Weekly Bulletin, Monthly News Letter, Etc. Must Have Experience with Quick Books, Microsoft Word, Publisher and Basic Computer Skills. Email Resume to: David Baptist Church in Kings Mountain (davidbaptist2016@gmail.com) NOW HIRING HOTEL HOUSEKEEPERS! Beautiful Lodge in Chimney Rock, NC now hiring for the busy season - March through November. Competitive salary, great working environment, friendly staff. Experience in Hotel Housekeeping preferred, but will train right person. Our hotel receives great reviews due to the cleanliness of our rooms and cabins. Our standards are high! Must be able to work weekends, holidays, and On Call as needed. Interested? Call (828) 625-4774 esriverlodge@yahoo.com

BUSINESS SERVICES CLEVELAND COUNTY GARAGE DOORS. Winter Garage Door Special: Single size starting at $499. Double size starting at $849. Garage door repairs and installations.

Ask about glass door installation and repair. 704-419-0117 (704) 472-9367 RETIRED GENERAL CONTRACTOR available for small job repairs and fixes.

Deck repair a specialty. Rutherford/Cleveland County areas. Bob, 828-476-6058.

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

(980) 295-0750 ALL AMERICAN LAWNCARE, Yard Maintenance and Tractor Work. For estimates please call Andy Hoyle, 828-980-5296.

Deadline: Friday at 12:00 Noon

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CLEVELAND COUNTY

MOVING SALE - GARAGE SALE. Couch, Table, LifeWay golden scooter, trailer, tools, desk and much more. Call for prices anytime except Saturday. (704) 240-8335

MOVING SALE!! Saturday 3/23/19 from 7am-12pm. Living room and office furniture, treadmill, kitchen appliances, purses, household items. Everything must go!! 1407 Briarcliff Rd. Shelby, NC 28152

FOR SALE 18FT ROUND ABOVE GROUND POOL. with all extras, $499 OBO. (704) 2970736 WALK-IN BATH TUB. Never been used, $1000 firm.

MAYTAG WASHER, like new, $150. REFRIGERATOR with ice maker, $200. 2016 FORD TRUCK, 37000miles, $28000.

2 CEMETERY PLOT (Cleveland Memorial Park) Section 7, lot 11, space 1&2 $900 each and buyer pay closing. ENTIRE CONTENT OF FLOWER SHOP, $2000. (803) 6272331 or (803) 610-9996.

2 LOTS WITH VAULTS AT ROSE HILL CEMETERY. Masonic Section, Section 3, Lot 62, Graves 1&2. Value $3600 will sell for $2400 OBO. 704629-4787. Leave Message

BUSINESS SERVICES

SMALL ENGINE REPAIR 704-313-2040. Small engine repair, parts, and service.

Pick-up/Delivery. Located at 424 South Main St. in Boiling Springs, NC.

AUCTIONS

AFFORDABLE LANDSCAPING. Call today and schedule a free estimate!

(704) 466-2333 SCOTT SIGMON WILL CUT GRASS. Can’t beat my prices. Call (704) 4726051 CARPET REPAIR, RESTRETCHING and Installs.

Please contact Josh, 570656-4805.

WNC CHIMNEY SWEEP, Western Carolina. Insured and Licensed. Cleaning, Repair, Caps, Pest Removals, 22yrs experience. Ellenboro +75 miles. Neal, 828-2237730.

PRESSURE WASHING, DECK RESTORE, Landscaping, Mulching, Dryer Vent Cleaning, much more. Experienced and insured. Free estimates. No job to small. Call 704-6924449.

TROY-BILT GENERATOR FROM LOWES. Briggs & Stratton motor, $150. (704) 692-8845 HAY RAKE. 8 WHEEL V RAKE, $1200. 828-429-7647.

7FT WIDE BOX BLADE, new condition, $1000. 18” Ford Backhoe Bucket, fits a 555 Backhoe, $300. Wilson Golf Clubs, $25. Electric range, $140. 828-289-1817.

TABLES & CHAIRS. 120 people seating, all in excellent condition. Make offer. (704) 484-8600 TUXEDO SALES AND RENTALS AVAILABLE. Prom Dresses, sale up to 70% off.

Located in Forest City, NC. Call 828-245-0454.

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES WELL ESTABLISHED RESTAURANT/ BUILDING for 18 years, Joe’s Place, Shelby, NC. Great cash flow, owner selling due to health. $325,000. 704-473-1176.

FIRE WOOD FOR SALE. Hardwood, long bed truck, $60 a load. (704) 538-1364

ANTIQUES & COLLECTABLES CONSIGNMENT AUCTION. Now accepting Consignments for April 6, 10:00am at Skating Rink, 3902 Polkville Rd, Hwy 226.

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SALE: VICTORIAN DOLL HOUSE Handmade custom Victorian Dollhouse. 2 floors with electrical wiring. Wraparound porches and shingled roof. 2 boxes of quality furniture included. See photo for details (704) 734-0011 jlstill@ yahoo.com KINGS MOUNTAIN AREA. King size bedroom suit, entertainment centers, couches, lamps, plus much more.

Pictures available, Call (772) 242-1519 FREE ASSORTMENT HARDWOOD (WACO AREA). You cut, bring vehicle straight to location (No houses or power lines). (704) 435-9779

CLEVELAND COUNTY INDOOR YARD SALE. Saturday 4/6/19 from 7:30am - 11:30am. Kings Mountain Womens Club. All proceeds go directly into our Sallie Southhall Cotten Scholarship Fund. Huge variety of items from household, craft, decorative, toys, and clothing. Yummy baked goods will also be available. Come early so you do not miss out on the best selections. 108 East Mountain St.,Kings Mountain, NC 28086

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FOR SALE

BOATS

(2) BURIAL PLOTS. Sunset Memorial, Forest City. Good Shepherd Section, road frontage, two open/closing, two vaults, marker, $5500. 828245-7559, 828-223-3575.

TOPSOIL, 7-8 TONS DELIVERED. Screened topsoil $180, Fill dirt $140. SHELBY AREA. (704) 692-6025

18 FT. GRIZZLY TRACKER. 90 HP Mercury. Great shape, ready to fish. $6500 invested.

Make offer. (704) 460-7551

GRAVEL, 7-8 TONS DELIVERED. Crusher run $240, Washed stone $280. SHELBY AREA. (704) 692-6025

1993 2-STROKE JOHNSON BOAT MOTOR 90hp motor is on a 1980 Ranger boat. Boat is a fixer upper and trailer goes with it. No titles for boat or trailer. $1,800. (704) 300-4738

USED CAMPER TOPS FOR SALE. Various sizes and styles. Also buying them in Rutherford County. (828) 980-0881.

SAND, 7-8 TONS DELIVERED. Screened sand $160, Fill sand $140, SHELBY AREA. (704) 692-6025 FREE STANDING WOOD STOVE. Like new, double blowers, heavy duty, must see. $500. 828-287-3272.

TRAILER INVENTORY. Utility, Cargo, Box Dump Trailers, Equipment, Livestock. J. Johnson Sales, Forest City.

828-245-5895.

CARPORTS, GARAGE, LIVESTOCK BARNS. On Site Display. J. Johnson Sales, Forest City. 828-245-5895.

ROSE HILL CEMETERY GRAVE PLOTS. Masonic area, section 3, lot 25, graves 1 & 2, $1200. (704) 477-9090 REFRIGERATORS, STOVES, WASHERS, DRYERS. Discount Prices. 1205 Earl Road, Shelby NC. (704) 487-4443

PAYLESS STORAGE BUILDINGS. Top Quality, NEW, USED, Bank Repo’s. Cash, 90 days same as cash, (rent to own, no credit check). Free delivery. J. Johnson Sales, Forest City. 828-245-5895.

FLAGS AND FLAG POLES. 15 ft., 20 ft., and 25 ft., in stock.

Delivery and installation available. J. Johnson Sales, Forest City. 828-245-5895.

CARPORTS, COVERS, CARS, TRUCKS, RV, Camper, Boat Equipment, Hay, Livestock. Protect your investments. Areas Largest on site display, 100’s of options and sizes, 12 wide to 60 wide.

J Johnson Sales, Forest City.

828-245-5895.

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

Parts and service most all models. NEW 5x8 from $630.

J. Johnson Sales, Forest City.

828-245-5895.

HORSE QUALITY HAY. Square and round bales. Call (704) 487-6855 PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS with Scratch Pads!

Press Room Printing. 704482-2243. (704) 538-5788 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 MAYTAG WASHER & DRYER, natural gas, $300. Maytag side by side refrigerator, $200. Must pickup. 828-3053201.

TEN GLASS SHOWCASES Reasonably Priced! Great Deal! Call (704) 406-9082 SPECIAL DEAL! CLEVELAND MEMORIAL PARK. Lot No. 287, section 11, 2 graves, 1&2. $800. (704) 434-2728

CKC REGISTERED. TEACUP CHIHUAHUA PUPPIES. Shots UTD. $200. Ready to go April 1. Taking deposit now.

(704) 813-5981

WANT TO BUY

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

DANNY’S AUTOWERKS. Buying used or junk cars.

Competitive prices. Call Jimmy, 828-289-1175 or (828) 247-1070 CASH FOR YOUR CAR running or not, title or no title.

Call Charles Dellinger at Red Road Towing. 704-692-6767 or (704) 487-0228 WWII COLLECTOR WANTING TO BUY German Pistols, Military Guns, Helmets, Knives and Flags. I BUY Small and Large Gun Collections also. Licensed FFL, TOP cash paid. (828) 980-3329 WE BUY UNWANTED JUNK CARS. We will come to you.

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

(803) 374-7545 WANTED: OLD AND NEW AMMO. Reloading supplies.

(828) 245-6756

LABRADOODLE PUPPIES FOR SALE, $1200. (864) 492-2880 armccraw@yahoo. com AKC YORKIE PUPPIES AVAILABLE. Vet checked, current on shots, they are microchipped, brilliant little characters, eating solids. They have been regularly handled by the family and children.

Viewings welcome, to good homes only. (209) 789-6416.

Check out website https:// w w w.homelandyork iepup pies.com/ (209) 789-6416 BEAUTIFUL BOXER PUPPIES AVAILABLE NOW! 11 Weeks old, CKC Registered, calm, child safe. three black 1 male, 2 females; one mahogany brindle female. ALL NEGOTIABLE. Also, three female non registered Boxers at $400 each. (704) 300-0920 DOG KENNELS start at $189.99 in stock. Lots of sizes available, delivery and install available. Dog roofs, dog houses. J. Johnson Sales, Forest City. 828-245-5895.

HAY RAKE. 8 WHEEL V RAKE, $1200. 828-429-7647.

1997 CADILLAC DEVILLE Sedan, One owner (Bank President), well maintained, 165,450+ miles, $3500 cash no financing. (704) 482-0465 2007 FORD RANGER SPORTS. 4 cylinder, 5 speed, aluminum wheels, 110k miles, AM/FM Cassette, $6500.

828-287-3820.

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

MOTORCYCLES & ATVS

VACATIONS CKC REGISTERED SHIHTZU PUPPIES. Have received age appropriate shots and worming. Pre-spoiled and ready for new homes, $650.

(980) 552-5104

CARS & TRUCKS 2011 CHEVROLET MALIBU 175,000 miles, Automatic, 4 dr, silver, $4999.00. (704) 473-2718 dcarscaddon@ gmail.com

OCEAN LAKES MYRTLE BEACH. Cottage N34. 2 bedroom, 2 bath, den, kitchen, dining, covered deck, near country store. Call Dorcas, 803-718-2659, (803) 6359831 TWO BEACH HOUSES FOR RENT. One in Ocean Lakes, 2 bedroom, 2 bath, golf cart included. One in Ocean Side Village, Surfside. 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath. Real nice. Washer/dryer, golf cart included.

Ocean view off back porch.

(704) 434-9502 OCEAN LAKES BEACH HOUSE. 5 bedrooms, 3 baths, close to ocean, all amenities.

Open June 22 - August 24.

(704) 718-4731

BOATS 2012 NISSAN ALTIMA 2.5S Hot Red! 2 door, Sunroof, Leather, Bluetooth, Backup Camera.

89,118 miles, Don’t Wait! Call Tom at Kings Mountain Auto Sales (704) 734-1500 2009 INFINITI FX35 V6, 187K, AWD, new tires, new battery, clean title, leather, Bose radio, temp controlled seats, backup camera, technology pkg. $9900. Nice car! Pics available. (828) 429-6763 2006 SUBARU BAJA SPORT UTILITY AWD, 222k miles.

Motor has been rebuilt, good condition inside/out, Blue/Silver in color, $4800. 704-4730340.

FOR RENT

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

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

CLEVELAND COUNTY MOBILE HOMES & APARTMENTS. In Kings Mountain.

Price starting at $100 per week. Call (704) 739-4417 HOME FOR RENT, SHELBY. $1300 per month, 2200 sq ft, 2 story brick, 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, hardwood and tile floors, gas fireplace.

Heat pump. Will consider rent to own or sell. Show by appt only. 512 West Sumter Street Shelby, NC 28150 (252) 3140777 trudieu@yahoo.com

OCEAN LAKES 3 BEDROOMS, 2 BATHS. Washer/ dryer, gas grill, golf cart included. $1200 wk. (704) 472-7145 NEW AD: OCEAN LAKES. 2 or 3 bedrooms, 2 bath, sleeps 6, gas grill, golf cart. Weeks and Weekends available. 704473-1494.

2 BEDROOM MOBILE HOME for rent. $125 week, $250 deposit. No pets. Shelby. 704-308-7081.

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

2&3 BEDROOM TOWNHOMES. Available now! Rent is based on income (and even some expenses). Call or visit today Laurel Hill Apartments.

Equal housing opportunity.

(704) 487-1114

1/2 ACRE MOBILE HOME LOT and 3 acre Mobile Home lot. Both in Casar on paved street, county water. 704-5381199. 214 Mace Rd, Casar, NC 28020 (704) 600-7847

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

BOILING SPRINGS AREA. Lot on Barth Circle off Holly Hill Rd. Suitable for doublewide or modular home, 165x150, water available. Leave message (828) 669-0301

HICKORY CREEK APARTMENTS FOR SENIORS (62 and older), disabled (50 and older). Shelby. Now taking applications for waiting list. EHO. 418 East Warren Street Shelby, NC 28150 (704) 487-6354

LAND FOR SALE. Land for sale on Whitesides Rd near Wilson Baptist Church. The property has a stream that runs across backside of property. The road frontage is approximately 330 ft. with 4.45 total acres. Price is $5,500 per acre. Call 828-429-3567.

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

4.3 ACRES NEAR LAKE LURE. $29,900. (864) 9091035

AREA RENTALS 770 Ware Road, Shelby - 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths $1250 month. COMMERCIAL PROPERTY at 1199 Earl Rd., Shelby $850 month & 400 Royster Ave., Shelby. (704) 484-2015

EAST RUTHERFORD COUNTY. Off Hwy 120, Lots with water and septic. Owner will finance with low down payment. Call Bryant Realty, w w w.br yantrealt yinc.c om.

(704) 567-9836

LINCOLN COUNTY 2 BEDROOM, 1 BATH. 1327 Rustic Trail Unit 2 Lincolnton.

Rent $450, Deposit $300, Application fee $25. 704-4724666, 704-472-3100

FOR RENT CLEVELAND COUNTY (KINGS MOUNTAIN) 2 BEDROOM HOUSE. Close to Kings Mountain Battleground Park, 918 Mountain Crest Dr. Kings Mountain, NC. Freshly painted, central air, propane gas heat, kitchen includes stove, fridge, washer, dryer, large front porch, deck, $650 month plus $650 deposit required. (SHELBY- PATERSON SPRINGS AREA) 1905 Prentice Dr. Close to South Post Rd and Sulpher Springs Rd. 2 Bedroom mobile home, kitchen appliances, washer/dryer hook up, water, sewer, trash collection, grass mowing included, $550 month plus $550 deposit required. WARE PROPERTIES (704) 458-4848

RUTHERFORD COUNTY 2 & 3 BEDROOM Mobile Homes. Small private park between Spindale and Forest City. Starting at $450 a month.

(828) 382-0475 1 BEDROOM STUDIO APARTMENT. All utilities included with FREE cable/wifi, $225 week in Forest City. Call for more info. (828) 382-0475 EFFICIENCY APARTMENTS. All utilities included with FREE cable/wifi and NO deposits. Starting at $150 a week. (828) 382-0475 WEEKLY SPECIAL $210+ TAX AND UP. Town and Country Inn, Spindale. Newly remodeled. WiFi, Micro-fridge, flatscreen, ESPN/ Showtime. Nightly $49.99 and up. (828) 286-3681

RETAIL SPACE (KINGS MOUNTAIN). 402 East Kings Street, Approximately 1000 sq ft, $850 month, utilities included. (704) 739-4417 MOVE IN SPECIAL. 2&3 Bedroom, $900 deposit required. $190 weekly rates.

Includes power and water. NO PETS. Visit us online at Oakwood Rentals, Shelby or call (704) 473-4299

NEWLY REMODELED. 2BR Apartment in Forest City, $495 + deposit. Also, 1BR, $445 + deposit. Well qualified applicants only. 828-248-1776.

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2008 F-250 LARIAT. Leather seats, gooseneck, 171k miles, $18,000 OBO. Call or text, 828-447-0549.

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90CC DIRT BIKE for sale. $450. (704) 472-3248

HORSE HAY, MINERAL ENRICHED. 4x5 bales, barn stored, $35. (704) 434-9104

PONTOON BOAT. 24’ Manitau, 115 hp Johnson 4 stroke, 230 hours, serviced 2019.

2018 dual axle trailer, good condition, $12000. (704) 4821705

2005 DODGE RAM 1500 4x4, 4.7, 135k miles, $6800.

2002 Dodge Ram, 2WD, 166k miles, $5400. Quad Cab on both. 828-289-8346.

ONE OF A KIND BIKE. $8000, only 2650 miles, xl1200, low black, have to see, got 10k in it, first 8 gets it.

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CUB CADET RIDING MOWER. New battery this week and new belts last summer.

400 hours. 16 horse power Kholer. Bagger included. Will take Best offer (704) 418-0938 sandrasprks@gmail.com

KUBOTA BX2230 TRACTOR FOR SALE. Runs great! Under 1000 hrs.

Comes with finish mower and front loader. Also have sprayer and small utility wagon to go with it. Located in Cleveland County, NC. (704) 9048029 amyaps22@gmail. com

1996 FORD F-150 WORK TRUCK. Long bed with lift gate, 300 inline 6-cylinder, power steering, automatic, knee deep in rubber, silver color, has several dents, $1300. (704) 473-6384

2007 VOLKSWAGEN EOS Convertible. Black, excellent condition, garage keep, 95,000 miles, new breaks, new timing belt, $6000. (704) 477-8440

FARM & GARDEN

8N FORD TRACTOR. With bush hog and finish mower, $4000 OBO. 704-435-8382 or 980-329-2648

1997 OLDSMOBILE 88 AC, AM-FM-CD, new transmission, leather, excellent condition, $1300. (704) 616-2945

1998 CHEVROLET BLAZER 4x4, cold air, new tires, battery. $1550. (704) 466-5880

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

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

(828) 577-4197

ITALIAN HONEY BEES 3# PACKAGES. Italian Honey bees with mated queen, order now for March 31st pick up in Rutherfordton. $105. Bee hives also for sale. Call Fred, 828980-0725. f.nich@hotmail.com

PETS & LIVESTOCK

CARS & TRUCKS

Deadline: Friday at 12:00 Noon

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Wednesday, March 20, 2019

North Elementary School Galaxy Bots team members: Noah, Lucas, A'niyah, Landon and Dakota. Coach is Dr. Danielle Grier.

Photo provided by Anna Hughes

North Elementary School Galaxy Bots runner-ups in 2019 Robotics Tournament The 2019 Robotics Tournament, sponsored by Laughlin Furniture and Nippon Electric Glass Company, was held Friday, March 15, 2019 at Central Services.

During the competition, teams across Cleveland County competed in various events. These events included: project presentations, robot runs, and team-building challenges.

This year North Elementary School Galaxy Bots were recognized as runner-up in the area of team building.

Congratulations team for a job well done.

During the awards ceremony, the Tanner Denton Spirit Award was presented to team member A’niyah Brooks. Tanner Denton spirit award is given to a member of each team to recognize someone who exemplifies the spirit Tanner brought to this world.

Tanner was humble, caring, a team player, helpful, and a problem solver. Congratulations to A’niyah for being our Tanner Denton Spirit Award recipient.

A’niyah Brooks

Primary Students Elected Mayor For A Day Monday, March 11th marked an exciting day for some 80 Bessemer City Primary 2nd grade students.

As the government and service Civics curriculum began, many students came eager “to meet the Queen of Bessemer City” and our the Police Department.

Mayor Smith and Police Officers provided details about their day to day routines in service and government. To mark this special visit to City Hall, each student was invited to pose as Mayor & Council with their brightest smile! View photos at www.bess emercit y.com

Pictured BC Primary students and Mayor Becky S. Smith. Photos by Josh Ross.

Bessemer City Middle School Career Day “What do I have to do be a Police Officer?”, and many other questions filled the minds of over 500 Bessemer City Middle Schoolers Tuesday, March 12th.

On this day students were able to speak to “Career Day” volunteers about their career and gain knowledge about essential requirements to obtain said careers. City of Bessemer City

officials were present to share insight about a career as a Mayor, Police Officer, Firefighter, Parks & Recreation Director, and City photographer. Other careers present included the following: an artist, small business owner, medical doctor, insurance agent, chef and military officials.

Visit www.bessemercity.com for additional footage.

Pictured Bessemer City Middle School 2019 Career Day volunteers and students. Photos by Hydeia Hayes.

City Hall Annex Open House The City of Bessemer City cordially invites you to attend our City Hall Annex Open House Saturday, March 23, 2019 at 1:00 PM at 125 East Virginia Avenue. We will serve light refreshments and encourage citizens to join us for a tour and pertinent information.

Pictured Bessemer City Hall Annex. Photo by Josh Ross.