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Patrick Sr. Center helping seniors in need

First COVID-19 unemployment benefits will be paid this week

Even though the Patrick Senior Center is closed to participants and the general public until further notice, they are still helping seniors gain access to needed services. The staff are still working and are distributing non-perishable food items to any senior age 55 or over who needs it.

Staff are also scheduling in county medical appointments through TACC for Cleveland County residents age 60 and over. Please call for more information about transportation.

The center also has a limited supply of incontinence products, toiletry items and Ensure. These items are donated to the center by businesses and the community at large. Please

Sunday, Governor Roy Cooper announced that the first payments for the unemGOV. COOPER ployment claims related to coronavirus will begin going out this week. The Division of Employment Security has received an unprecedented number of unemployment insurance claims since Governor Roy Cooper signed Executive Order No. 118 on March 17.

In the past two weeks, approximately 270,000 claims have been filed, with most of them related to COVID-19.

For comparison, the state received about 7,500 claims in

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The Patrick Center also runs a Loan Equipment Program. If you need a walkerw, wheelchair, bath chair or other equipment, even on a temporary basis, please call the center to check on our availability. People can call the center during working hours (Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm) to arrange a time to come pick up a bag of food and other needed items, or delivery can be arranged.

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the first two weeks of March, before the order was issued.

“Thousands of workers have lost jobs, but their bills don’t stop. My administration is working overtime to get unemployment checks out now. We’ll keep pushing every day for more state and federal help to save our workers and their families,” said Governor Cooper.

On Saturday, the Governor directed the Division of Employment Security to begin implementing the unemployment insurance provisions of the federal CARES Act. The Division of Employment of Security expects to receive guidance from the federal government later this week about how to implement the changes, including the change that allows for an additional $600

in unemployment benefits. The state expects those payments to begin approximately two weeks after that guidance is provided.

Workers applying for benefits must complete their weekly certifications in order to receive unemployment insurance payments.

The weekly certification is a series of ‘yes or no’ questions that helps determine a person’s eligibility for unemployment insurance benefits each week. If a person does not complete a weekly certification, they will not receive a payment for that week.

The weekly certification must be completed through the individual’s online account at des.nc.gov.

Important information on the process For general questions

about unemployment benefits in North Carolina during the COVID-19 crisis, contact the Division of Employment Security.

• Employees with questions about the application and benefits can read more about requirements and steps to get an unemployment benefit payment here: https://des.nc.gov/needhelp/covid-19-information/ covid-19-information-individuals •Employers who have questions about their role in the process can read more about what is required of them to help their workers qualify for benefits here: https://des.nc.gov/needhelp/covid-19-information/ covid-19-information-employers.

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What NC statewide Coalition collects food stay-at-home orders for people in need really mean

By Loretta Cozart On Friday, March 27, Governor Roy Cooper signed Executive Order 121, requiring North Carolinians to remain in their homes except for performing essential work and activities such as taking care of others, obtaining necessary supplies, and for health and safety purposes.

This Stay at Home Order will help slow the spread of COVID-19 and prevent the medical system from being overwhelmed by keeping individuals from being exposed to the virus and keeping those who have the virus from spreading it to others.

Below are frequently asked questions and answers. In addition, individuals should check with

local governments to determine whether additional restrictions have been imposed in their local jurisdictions to limit the spread of COVID-19. Please note that Executive Order 121 modifies some sections of previous Executive Orders, but sections not modified are still in effect.

This information is subject to change in light of new CDC guidance and additional Executive Orders or local government declarations.

This Order permits the following businesses to remain open: • Restaurants that provide take-out, drive-thru, or delivery • Grocery stores • ABC stores and beer and wine stores

• Doctors and other healthcare providers • Pharmacies • Hardware stores • Post offices • Office supply stores • Gas stations and convenience stores • Veterinarians and pet supply stores • Hotels, airlines, buses, taxis, and rideshare services • Places of worship • Childcare providers (that are following the required NCDHHS procedures) For a full list of essential businesses, please see the Order.

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KM Spring Litter Sweep April 11 – April 25

By Loretta Cozart Mayor Scott Neisler declared April 13 – 27, 2020 as Kings Mountain’s Spring Litter Sweep. The North Carolina Department of Transportation encourages local government, civic and pro-

fessional groups, businesses, churches, schools, families and individual citizens to participate.

“With COVID-19 and the Governor’s Stay at Home Order, we’ll all have a little more time at home to clean our property and beautify our yards. This wonderful weather invites us to spend time outdoors.

We can use that free time to make our yards more attrac-

tive,” the Mayor said. “Social distancing affords us the time to work on projects we may have put off for years.”

Mayor Neisler encourages local citizens to work in your yards, neighborhoods, and community to make it cleaner and more beautiful.

Citizens can get trash bags for Kings Mountain’s Spring Litter Sweep at the Public Works Department located at 1013 N Piedmont Avenue.

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The Cleveland County Potato Project, Junior and Senior Civitan Clubs, and Shelby Rotary Club combined forces to help people impacted by the Coronavirus, collecting food for those in need from the Coronavirus on Saturday, March 28.

“The coalition collected fruits and vegetables that have a longer shelf-life, like potatoes,” said Doug Sharp, co-founder of the Cleveland County Potato Project. “Overall, I am very pleased with the response.”

Forty plus individuals fanned-out across the county, placing trucks in parking lots near grocery stores and collecting thousands of pounds of food.

The items collected will be available to the general public at Crisis Assistance Ministry, the Baptist’s Association, Salvation Army, and other groups.

If you’d like to donate, make checks to the Cleveland County Potato Project or contact Doug Sharp at 704 472 5128.

L-R: Jim and Peggy McSwain collect food and monetary donations for those in need at Ingles Markets located at 2111 Shelby Rd in Kings Mountain.

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A car full of food was collected for those impacted by COVID19 through loss of work and other financial difficulties.

City Special Events Department launches new Facebook page The City of Kings Mountain’s Special Events Department announces the creation of a new Facebook page geared toward keeping not only Kings Mountain residents, but residents statewide, up to date on all city sponsored events.

“We are always looking for new ways to market our events,” says Christy Conner, Special Events Director with the City of Kings Mountain. “With the high number of people using social media, Facebook continues to be a successful

tool we can use to promote our events more efficiently.

In the coming weeks, we plan to build our social media platform to include Instagram as well.”

The Special Events Department’s new Facebook See FACEBOOK, Page 3A

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Governor announces text service

■ OBITUARIES

Doyle Edward Campbell Doyle Edward Campbell, 78, formerly of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away peacefully on March 29, 2020 at his home.

Doyle was born in Hamblen County, TN, son of the late Noble Herman and Georgia Cox Campbell and was preceded in death by his brothers, Reverend Harold D. Campbell and Basil M. Campbell.

Doyle was a graduate of Oak Ridge High School, Carson Newman College and earned his masters degree from Tulane University, New Orleans, LA. He was a member of the US Air Force for four and a half years and served one tour in Vietnam, earning the Bronze Star for Meritorious Service.

After marrying Anita McGinnis in 1968, the couple moved to Kings Mountain in 1972. Doyle was a long time member of Resurrection Lutheran Church where he had many responsibilities including being a Sunday School teacher, being a Home Communion Visitation Minister and serving eight times as the president of the Congregation.

Always busy, Doyle served as past president of the Kiwanis Club and Kings Mountain Little Theater. He served two terms as a member of Kings Mountain District Schools’ Board of Education and was chairman during one term.

He was the descendant of a brave patriot who fought at the Battle of Kings Mountain, a member of the Mecklenburg Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution and the founding president of the Battle of Kings Mountain Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution.

Doyle was a former employee of McGinnis Department Store and Gaston Hospice. He retired from Gaston Hospice where he served as the Director of Patient Services. He was a wonderful man who will be missed dearly by his loving family, friends and his community.

He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Anita McGinnis Campbell, of the home; daughters: Anne Bucci and husband Steve, Charlotte, NC and Emily Lemoine and husband Sam, High Point, NC; grandchildren: Kate and Collin Bucci and Charlie and Caroline King and 3 nephews and 2 nieces.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Interment will be private at Mountain Rest Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Resurrection Lutheran Church at 600 Crecent Circle, Kings Mountain, NC 28086 or to Gaston Hospice at 258 East Garrison Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28054.

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

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

Food assistance for children

Evelyn Gertrude Hamrick

Jerry Billy Blanton

Evelyn Gertrude Spencer Hamrick went to be with her Lord on March 23, 2020.

She was the youngest of seven children born to Walter Lee Spencer and Gertrude Midyette Spencer on November 6, 1933, in Raleigh, NC. She was educated at Hayes Barton Grammar School and Needham Broughton High School in Raleigh, class of 1951, and continued her education at William Peace University and Meredith College.

She married Larry Dean Hamrick, Sr., a native of Shelby, and they had two sons, Larry Dean Hamrick, Jr. (Florrie), and Rev. Patrick Spencer Hamrick. They have three grandchildren, Lindsay Elizabeth Hamrick Smith (Brian), Molly Midyette Hamrick, and Patrick Dunn Hamrick.

She was a lifelong Methodist and very active in her church. She was president for several years of the Kings Mountain Historical Museum and served on the boards of Kings Mountain Hospital, North Lake Club, and Cleveland Home Health, now Healthy at Home. She held a NC real estate license and was an officer of Warlick and Hamrick Insurance Agency. She was in a garden club, bridge club, and book club during her years of many activities in Kings Mountain and was honored with a Paul Harris Fellowship by The Rotary Club.

She and Larry enjoyed traveling to England, Scotland, Austria, Italy, Monte Carlo, Canada, Spain, and Puerto Rico.

Due to current social health concerns, a private burial will take place at Mountain Rest Cemetery. A celebration of her life will be scheduled for later this year.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to Central United Methodist Church, 113 South Piedmont Avenue, Kings Mountain, NC 28086 and the Kings Mountain Historical Museum, PO Box 552, Kings Mountain, NC 28086.

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

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

Jerry Billy Blanton, 74, of Oak Grove Road, Kings Mountain, passed away on Monday, March 23, 2020 at his residence.

Born in Cleveland County, on March 24, 1945, he was the son of the late William Lawrence Blanton and Vangie Crotts Blanton. He was previously employed with Kiser Chevrolet and retired from Cleveland County Schools.

Mr. Blanton was a follower of Jesus Christ. He loved to carp and bass fish, bird hunt and was an avid Carolina Tarheels Fan. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Marty Wright Blanton and two brothers, Bob and Jack Blanton Survivors include a son, Rev. Steven Blanton and wife, Christen of Hendersonville; a daughter, Laura Scism and husband, Todd of Kings Mountain; three grandchildren, Justin Fite, Eli Blanton and Emory Blanton; great-grandchild, Dayson Fite; a brother, Wayne Blanton of Monroe and three sisters, Nadine Turner and Hazel Harmon and husband, Dale all of Kings Mountain and Betty Huffman of Connelly Springs.

A private funeral service will he held at Stamey-Tysinger Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Steven Blanton officiating.

Burial will follow in Oak Grove Baptist Church Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Ebenezer Baptist Church, 2557 Chimney Rock Rd, Hendersonville, NC 28792 or to Patterson Grove Baptist Church, 301 Oak Grove Rd, Kings Mountain, NC 28086.

A guest register is available at www.stameytysingerfuneralhome.com.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Stamey-Tysinger Funeral Home & Cremation Center, Inc., Fallston, NC.

No room for rumors

By Loretta Cozart On Friday, the Herald heard a rumor that two city council members had contracted Coronavirus. So, we called City Manager Marilyn Sellers to find out if the rumors are true.

Sellers replied, “I know where that rumor came from, because the spouse of a councilmember’s was notified they might have been exposed to the virus. To be careful, they have self-quarantined at home.”

“As of now, we have no confirmed cases of Coronavirus in Kings Mountain.

No councilmembers have been diagnosed,” she said.

“We need our citizens to follow the Governor’s Stay at Home Order so we can protect the most vulnerable among us, our children and seniors.”

During WWII, America began a war on rumors, using slogans like,

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Lose Lips Sink Ships, Free Speech doesn’t mean Careless Talk, and No Room for Rumors. If you hear a rumor, don’t spread it. In this time of uncertainty and fear, rumors distract us from the truth.

Tools are available online to see if any Coronavirus cases have been reported in your area. Cleveland County Health Department will maintain in real time the county’s current number of COVID-19 cases at https://clevelandcounty. com/cchd/corona-virus-information/.

For the most current information on COVID19, visit: https://www. ncdhhs.gov/divisions/public-health/coronavirus-disease-2019-covid-19-response-north-carolina or https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index. html or you may call the NC COVID-19 (coronavirus) Call Center 866-462-3821.

Governor Roy Cooper announced Friday that parents who need food assistance for their children can text FOODNC to 877-877 to locate nearby free meal sites. The texting service is also available in Spanish by texting COMIDA to 877-877.

After entering their address, parents will receive a text with the location and serving times for nearby pick-up and drive-thru free meal sites while schools are closed. Sites have been set up across the state for families with children ages 18 and younger, including preschool children, who rely on free and reduced-price meals at school.

“School closings mean no meals for some of our most vulnerable children.

Now families have an easier way to find food during these times of financial stress,” Governor Cooper said.

Parents can also call 2-1-1 to speak with an operator who will help them locate meal sites in their community. The 2-1-1 service is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Services are provided in English, Spanish and many other languages.

Additionally, No Kid Hungry has created a map of local school sites, community organizations and food assistance programs across North Carolina where families can access food. The interactive map can be viewed at nokidhungrync.org/covid19/ and is updated daily.

The Governor’s North Carolina COVID-19 Education and Nutrition Working Group, co-chaired by the NC Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) and the NC Department of Public Instruction (NCDPI), worked in partnership with

state and community organizations such as No Kid Hungry to set up the texting program.

School sites and community organizations providing food are experiencing a high demand for services and rely on dedicated volunteers to provide meals. NCDHHS and NCDPI ask that people who are not at high-risk for severe illness associated with COVID-19 sign up to volunteer to prepare meals.

Those interested in volunteering should call their local school district office, community organization or visit volunteernc.org.

For more information and additional guidance on regulations and recommendations related to the health threat from COVID-19, please visit the NCDHHS website at www.ncdhhs. gov/coronavirus and CDC’s website at www. cdc.gov/coronavirus.

Economic injury disaster loan assistance for businesses On Friday, March 27, President Trump signed into law the CARES Act, which provides additional assistance for small business owners, including the opportunity to receive up to a $10,000 Advance on an Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) for emergency capital.

Disaster loan information and applications can be accessed at: https://www.sba.gov/ disaster/apply-for-disaster-loan/index.html The SBA is updating their system to implement this provision so small businesses can request an EIDL advance when they apply for the loan. This update will be available in the coming days.

In the interim period, you can still apply for a full Economic Injury Disaster Loan but will need to reapply for the Advance when the system is updated with a streamlined application. Once updated, the Advance will be included in your EIDL application process.

For detailed information on SBA programs for the coronavirus, please visit www.sba.gov/coronavirus and for information on all federal programs, visit www.usa.gov/coronavirus or www.gobierno.usa.gov/ coronavirus (en Español).

Small business owners in all U.S. states, Washington D.C., and territories are currently eligible to apply for a long-term, low-interest loan due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

The SBA’s Economic Injury Disaster Loan program provides small

businesses with working capital loans of up to $2 million that can provide vital economic support to small businesses to help overcome the temporary loss of revenue they are experiencing.

Instructions to apply: • Download forms from the website • Fill in your information • Upload forms on the page provided • If you choose to mail, then please see Mailing Instructions below Download business forms: • Business Loan Application (Form 5) (en Español) • Home or Sole Proprietor Loan Application (SBA Form 5C) (en Español) • Economic Injury Disaster Loan Supporting Information (Form P-019) Additional forms: A Disaster Assistance loan officer may request you to fill out the following additional forms: • Fee Disclosure Form and Compensation Agreement (Form 159D) • Personal Financial Statement (SBA Form 413D) (en Español) • Request for Transcript of Tax Return (IRS Form 4506-T) • Instructions for Request for Transcript of Tax Return (IRS Form 4506-T) (en Español) • Schedule of Liabilities (SBA Form 2202) • Instructions for Schedule of Liabilities (SBA Form 2202) • Schedule of Liabilities (SBA Form 2202) (en

Español) • PUERTO RICO ONLY: Release of Inheritance and Donation (Modelo SC 2907) (en Español) • PUERTO RICO ONLY: Hacienda Statement of Authorization • Additional Filing Requirements (SBA Form 1368) • Additional Filing Requirements (SBA Form 413D) Spanish Home Loans or Sole Proprietor Loans • Download corresponding forms from the website • Request for Transcript of Tax Return (IRS Form 4506-T) • Instructions for Request for Transcript of Tax Return (IRS Form 4506-T) • Instructions for Request for Transcript of Tax Return (IRS Form 4506-T) (en Español) • PUERTO RICO ONLY: Release of Inheritance and Donation (Modelo SC 2907) (en Español) • PUERTO RICO ONLY: Hacienda Statement of Authorization Mailing Instructions: All required documents listed below under Forms must be returned. All forms requiring signature must be signed and dated. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.

U.S. Small Business Administration: Processing and Disbursement Center, 14925 Kingsport Rd., Ft. Worth, TX 76155-2243 If you have any questions, please contact 1-800659-2955 or (TTY) (800) 877-8339.

Museum temporarily closes T h e K i n g s Mountain Historical Museum will temporarily close in order to support the health of visitors, volunteers and staff as the community works to slow the spread of COVID-19.

“We are updating everyone that the reopening of the museum was supposed to be on Thursday, March 3,” said Museum Curator January

Costa. “However, due to the new stay at home order from the Governor, and local restrictions, we are going to be closed indefinitely. Please keep up to date with us on our Facebook page, Instagram, and our Website for updates on our re-opening date.”

“Our staff is still working and providing other ways for the public to engage with the Kings Mountain Historical Museum online. We apologize for any inconvenience

and appreciate your support of the Kings Mountain Historical Museum,” she said.

The museum will close indefinitely and all museum programs, events and activities during that time will be canceled or postponed. The museum will announce any further updates on the closing and future events on their website and social media channels.

In addition, staff will be available to answer questions by phone or by email.

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Kindergarten registration and orientation postponed

By Loretta Cozart

NterestingthingZ Open House – On February 29, Jody Freeman, owner of NterestingthingZ, held an Open House at 318 E Gold St., Kings Mountain. Mayor Scott Neisler attended the event and tried his hand at panning. After the Stay at Home order ends, be sure to go by to welcome this new business to our community. (L-R): Mayor Neisler welcomes Jody Freeman and his wife, Beverly, to the Kings Mountain business community. NterestingthingZ is a Christian bookstore. The Freeman’s also rent out booths to boutiques.

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Cleveland County Schools Kindergarten registration and orientation, scheduled for Friday March 27, was postponed due to North Carolina Schools being closed for the Coronavirus.

No new date has been scheduled, but the Herald will share that information as soon as it becomes available.

To enroll with Kindergarten with Cleveland County Schools, children must be five years old on or before August 31, 2020.

Registrations are held at all elementary schools.

A child’s birth certificate, immunization records and the North Carolina Kindergarten Health Assessment Report form are required. The Health Assessment form is available from the school, the County Health Department, and most pediatricians’ offices.

North Carolina law requires all students entering Kindergarten receive a health assessment and necessary immunizations.

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Elementary Schools in the Kings Mountain/Grover area include:

704-476-8351 704-734-5616, Fax

Bethware Elementary 115 Bethware Drive Kings Mtn., NC 28086 Instructional Day: 8 a.m. 2:50 p.m.

Dr. Amy Jones, Principal 704-476-8346 704-734-5606, Fax

North Elementary 900 North Ramseur Street Kings Mtn., NC 28086 Instructional Day: 8 a.m. 2:50 p.m.

Amy Allen, Principal 704-476-8225 704-734-5607, Fax

East Elementary 600 N. Cleveland Avenue Kings Mtn., NC 28086 Instructional Day: 8:00 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Miriam Harvey, Principal 704-476-8356; 704-7345617, Fax Grover Elementary 206 Carolina Avenue Grover, NC 28073 Instructional Day: 8:05 a.m. - 2:55 p.m.

Linda King, Principal

West Elementary School 500 West Mountain Street Kings Mtn., NC 28086 Instructional Day: 8 a.m. 2:50 p.m.

Heather Pagan, Principal 704-476-8345 704-734-5618, Fax Be sure to contact the school directly with any questions or concerns.

KM has experienced shortages before Hayne Neisler shared a timely story with the Herald this week, since going to the grocery store these days has become such a challenge.

You just never know what will be on the shelves when you enter the store. These are crazy times and one we could have never imagined just three months ago.

This isn’t the first time the community has faced such a challenge. Food shortages occurred in Kings Mountain during World War II. And if the present day is anything like those times, our citizens will rise to the challenge to help

their neighbors.

In February 1942, Neisler Mills had a novel idea and opened a food locker plant containing 96 lockers.

“These lockers were made available to all employees of the mills and to farmers of our community,” Neisler shared.

Wallace Loftin, who was head of the meat department of the Margrace store, was put in charge of the lockers.

All the lockers were quickly rented with many farmers filling their lockers with fresh pork and beef.

In early 1942 a '' Victory Garden'' campaign was or-

Our Teachers Are Tops!

Congratulations To KM Teacher Spotlight MRS. SHANNON CAVENDER KMIS would like to present our Teacher Assistant of the Year-Mrs. Shannon Cavender.

Mrs. Cavender has been with KMIS for two years and serves as our Pride Coordinator. She works with students who have had some difficulty in the classroom by teaching them de-escalating strategies and coping skills so they can return to class and be successful. She also works with students on their academic skills and assignments to make sure they do not get behind in their school work. She loves spending time with her family and friends.

Thank you, Mrs. Cavender, for being wonderful and congratulations!!!! We couldn’t do it without you.

ganized in town and Kings Mountain citizens pledged the town would donate food to any family that was going hungry. Kings Mountain assistant chief of police, M.C. Hoover, reported that crime was down in town, especially juvenile crime. He attributed this decline to the fact that youngsters were working in their neighborhood gardens as their contribution to the war effort

Last week, citizens of our community donated food to the Potato Project and, once again, helped neighbors in need.

This is a good opportunity to remind readers that the community garden at Resurrection Lutheran is ready for planting. During this time of social distancing and possible food shortages, now is the perfect time to try out your garden-

ing skills.

Gardening is great for young and old, experienced and beginners. Gardening is important for physical and mental health. And, from what Hayne Neisler shared, it might also be good to help teach children the importance of helping others during times of need.

Resurrection supplies the land and water. Sev-

eral businesses in Kings Mountain have the seeds and plants. Call or text Kim DeVane at 704 974 6300 for a large, medium, or small size plot today.

While our community is a bit larger than it was during WWII, each citizen can do their part to turn the tide and fight-off a formidable foe.

People with mild symptoms should stay at home From NC Department Of Health and Services Submitted By DeShay D. Oliver, MPH Interim Health Director Cleveland County Public Health Center For people who think they might have COVID-19 and have mild symptoms, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention now recommends they stay home and call their doctor for medical advice. Most people who get COVID-19 will have mild illness and recover at home. The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) has developed a new fact sheet to help North Carolinians know what to do if they are sick.

“I’ve talked to doctors across the state and they have been heroic in standing up a variety of strategies to increase access to safe care for their patients,” said Dr. Elizabeth Cuervo Tilson, State Health Director and Chief Medical Officer for NCDHHS. “Just as they do every day of the year, doctors are guided first and foremost by what is best for their patients’ well-being.”

The updated guidance is intended to slow the spread of the virus. When people with mild

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illness leave their homes to get tested, they could expose themselves to COVID-19 if they do not already have it. If they do have COVID-19, they can give it to someone else, including people who are high risk and health care providers who will be needed to care for people with more severe illness. In addition, because there is no treatment for COVID-19, a test will not change what someone with mild symptoms will do.

Finally, with a nationwide shortage on personal protective equipment, supplies need to be preserved to allow health care providers to care for people who need medical attention. Testing is most important for people who are seriously ill, in the hospital, people in high-risk settings like nursing homes or long-term care facilities, health care workers and other first responders who are caring for those with COVID-19.

For most people, COVID-19 infection will cause mild illness that does not require medical care. However, it can make some people very ill and, in some people, it can be fatal. While all people can call their doctors if they are concerned about symptoms of COVID-19, it is especially important for people at higher risk for severe illness. According to the CDC, those at higher include

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People who are pregnant should be monitored since they are known to be at risk for severe viral illness. However, to date, data on COVID-19 has not shown increased risk for severe illness due to pregnancy. While children are generally at lower risk for severe infection, some studies indicate a higher risk among infants.

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■ MEDITATION

“Spiritual Amnesia” Do you life. However, when know somethe child becomes an one that only adult, they never make calls you time to visit, call, or when they even appreciate the need somesacrifices that the parthing? Your ent has made for them. reaction can The parent then feels range from DANYALE PATTERSON hurt and saddened by annoyance the lack of love shown to avoidance of that per- to them. son. Whichever response In like manner, it seems you choose, none of us we have we forgotten our enjoy that scenario. An- Heavenly Father in our other similar example is day to day living, except in of a parent who has gotten times of crisis. This is priolder. Throughout their marily because of the many lives, they poured out their distractions in our world blood, sweat, and tears to today, easy access to things give their child a decent that we need, and from liv-

ing in a prosperous nation..

Through these things and more, many of us have put the eternal God on the backburner, or pushed him aside for temporary, transient desires. Throughout biblical times and presently, humanity has had a case of “spiritual amnesia.” An example of this is found in Judges 8:33-34: “As soon as Gideon died, the Israelites prostituted themselves by worshiping the images of Baal, making Baal-berith their god.

They forgot the LORD their God, who had rescued them from all their enemies

surrounding them;” What does God think about being forgotten?

Moses admonishes the Israelites in Deuteronomy 8:11 & 14 to never forget God’s commandments, God’s deliverance, and God’s blessing: “Beware that in your plenty you do not forget the LORD your God and disobey his commands, regulations, and decrees that I am giving you today. Do not become proud at that time and forget the LORD your God, who rescued you from slavery in the land of Egypt.”

Ways to Remember God: • Wake up and thank God for the precious gift of life.

• Start your day by reading and meditating on scripture.

• Play praise & wor-

Page 5A ship music in your car and home.

• Talk to God throughout the day and listen for His still, small voice.

• Honor God with a portion of your time, talents, and treasure.

• Quickly repent of sin in your thoughts, words, and actions.

• Gather as a family to sing, pray, and study the bible.

• Receive communion often.

• Love God passionately with an obedient, devoted heart.

• Share & discuss what God has done for you with others - especially your children and grandchildren.

PRAY THIS PRAYER: “Lord, you are mighty and worthy of praise; no

one can measure your greatness. Father forgive me for not always making you a priority. You deserve the number one position in my life. I love you and I can’t forget all that you have done for me. I am grateful, because I know that every good and perfect gift comes from you. I will continually give thanks to you with my whole heart; I will tell of all your wonderful deeds. Help me to be aware of your glorious presence. In Jesus name I pray. Amen.”

Danyale Patterson is an Evangelist and member of Engage Church. Contact her at www.danyale.com to share a testimony, send a prayer request, or book her to speak.

Fellowship & Faith

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

Bethlehem Baptist Church 1017 Bethlehem Road 704-739-7487

Sunrise Baptist Church 208 Mail Road 704-692-3007

Boyce Memorial ARP Church Edgemont Drive 704-739-4917

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

262 N. Pain St. • Waco KINGS MOUNTAIN Long Creek Presbyterian Church 701 Long Creek Road 704-629-4406 Love Valley Baptist Church 2032 Bethlehem Road 704-730-0075 Macedonia Baptist Church 1101 S. Battleground Ave. 704-739-6811 Midview Baptist Church 703 Margrace Road 704-739-6711 Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church 220 N. Watterson Street 704-739-8354 Mountain View Agape Church 506 Sparrow Springs Road 704-739-0160

Mt. Olive Baptist Church Compact School Road 704-739-4516

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

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

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

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

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

Proclaiming the Word Ministries 7011 Cleveland Avenue Progressive Church of Our Lord 1001 Cleveland Avenue 704-734-1070 Resurrection Lutheran Church 600 Crescent Circle 704-739-5580 Royal Praise Ministries 2055 Shelby Rd. 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

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Unity AME Zion Church 948 Unity Church Road 704-228-0328 Vestibule AME Zion Church 2175 Vestibule Church Road 704-739-7961 Westover Baptist Church 114 Westover Drive

Central United Methodist Church 113 S. Piedmont Avenue 704-739-2471 Cherokee St. Baptist Church 421 S. Cherokee Street 704-739-7697 Chestnut Ridge Baptist Church 618 Chestnut Ridge Road 704-739-4015 Christian Freedom Southern Baptist Church 246 Range Road 704-739-4152

Advent Lutheran Church, NALC Member 230 Oak Grove Rd. 704-750-0171 Anew Beginning Baptist Church 415 Dixon School Rd. 704-473-1372

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

Ardent Life Church 420 Branch Street 704-739-7700

Cornerstone Church Of God 202 Margrace Road 704-739-3773

Arise Church 830 E. King St.

Cornerstone Independent Baptist 107 Range Road 704-737-0477

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■ LIFESTYLES

First Place awarded to Cecil Norris for his oil painting “Trinity.”

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Southern Arts Society temporary closing Southern Arts Society (SASi) Gift Shop and Gallery in Kings Mountain will remain closed thru April 30, due to the Coronavirus outbreak. All programs, meetings and classes are canceled for the month of April. SASi will reevaluate the situation at the end of April and will follow guidelines from the state of North Carolina as to when they can reopen.

The workshop scheduled for April 4, Making Creative Time: Bullet Journaling to Increase Productivity, with Rhonda Waterhouse will be held online. You can register on Rhonda’s website at www.DaisyYogaStudio. com. Other classes will be

rescheduled at a later date.

While they are closed you are encouraged to check out their website www.SouthernArtsSociety. org and visit their Facebook page to see artwork from the current exhibit I AM WOMAN and see images from their Gift Shop.

The Watercolor Society of North Carolina (WSNC) Traveling Exhibit scheduled for May-June has been cancelled. The WSNC is currently planning for its next watercolor exhibit to travel and SASi will be on that schedule for 2021.

SASi encourages artists to keep painting and sharing their work on Facebook and other social media. Many artists are sharing free de-

mo’s and how-to videos online in light of social distancing and stay at home orders in place throughout most of the country.

Southern Arts Society (SASi) Gift Shop & Gallery is located at 301 N. Piedmont Ave. at the intersection of Piedmont and Battleground Avenues in the historic Southern Railway Depot in Kings Mountain. SASi offers a gift shop, ongoing exhibits and art competitions, programs and classes in a variety of media for artists of all levels. Admission is Free. For more information please visit www.SouthernArtsSociety.org or call 704.739.5585 or 803-4484578.

Teaching kids how to garden

By Judy Ford Cleveland County Master Gardener, Judy Ford, shared five tips for teaching kids how to garden and have fun while they learn.

• Start Small - - You don’t need a large area to teach gardening. In fact, it’s easier to maintain interest by starting small.

• Choose High Interest Plants - - Leafy plants grow rapidly and can be harvested more than once.

• Cultivate Good Habits - - Establishing regular wa-

tering and plant care schedules cultivates consistency in kids.

• Enjoying the Fruits of Their Labor - - Kids get first-hand experience of the food cycle when the plants they grow appear on their plate.

• Family Fun Activity - - Backyard Color Hunt - - Grab those crayons, colored pencils or makers – whatever you have on hand. Pass out one or two colors to each family member of your clan. Head outside and explore your

Household cleaning a family affair

(Ed. Note: The recipes in today’s Cooking Corner are from local good cooks who submitted them in cookbooks for fundraising projects.)

By Loretta Cozart With social distancing and sheltering in place becoming the new norm during the COVID-19 outbreak, people will be spending much more time in their homes. With more home time comes the need for an ongoing cleaning routine.

Families looking for activities to keep everyone busy can divvy up these chores to share the burden.

Each family member must do their part to defend the home from viruses.

Household cleaners and EPA-registered disinfectants that are appropriate for the surface can be used by following label instructions. Labels contain instructions for safe and effective use of the cleaning product including precautions you should take when applying the product, such as wearing gloves and making sure you have good ventilation during use of the product.

Some are having difficulty finding soap and cleaning products, but that shouldn’t keep you from cleaning, because many everyday household items work just as well for doing the job. White vinegar is a universal cleaner when mixed with water. Other everyday products ideal for cleaning include bleach, baking soda, hydrogen peroxide, rubbing alcohol, salt, and corn starch.

Check the internet for various mixture combinations to clean particular surfaces. Vinegar can be used throughout the home to clean many surfaces.

If you are unsure if you should use vinegar on an item, test it in an inconspicuous place.

Wash countertops and

hard surfaces several times a day after each use. Hard surfaces are easy to clean with antibacterial dish soap and warm water using a clean cloth. Tables, doorknobs, light switches, handles, desks, toilets, faucets, sinks, etc., should be disinfected frequently. Wipe down items you touch throughout the day.

If a family member’s health is compromised, due to health or age, make sure everyone knows it is their responsibility to protect that family member.

Should someone in the family contract COVID19, the result would be a quarantine of the entire family for two weeks.

Clean bathrooms and kitchens often, depending upon the number of people in your home. Dust ceiling fans and baseboards, also.

You can use a pillowcase and to catch the dust from ceiling fan blades. Dryer sheets work well on fan blades and baseboards, too.

Dust furniture daily to keep viruses at bay. As the weather warms, be sure to clean your windows and sills. Dispose of trash in outside containers daily.

Clean electronics frequently, with particular attention given to those carried outside the home.

Keep your computer keyboard and mouse clean.

Wipe the computer screen,

as well as television screens, with dryer sheets to reduce static and remove dust.

To reduce foreign debris on floors, ask family members to leave their shoes at the door. You’ll find less need to vacuum or sweep by doing so.

Remind your family members to wash their hands before eating and cooking, after using the bathroom, after cleaning around the house, after touching animals - including family pets, before and after visiting or taking care of others, after blowing one’s nose, coughing, or sneezing, and after being outside. Remind each other until the habit becomes routine.

These are but a few suggestions to keep your home clean during the Coronavirus outbreak. One person alone cannot carry the entire burden for a family.

Ask what chores people want to do. You may find specific family members enjoy particular tasks that others do not, thus making that work seem less of a chore.

Engage your family members and share the workload now, and you may establish new roles for family members that carry beyond COVID-19.

outdoor space with the goal of finding a piece of nature that matches your color(s).

Then reward the clan by nature sketching.

Nature sketching has many benefits; it strengthens eye-hand coordination and fine motor skills.

Being outside and focusing on nature also benefits the clan’s mental health, allowing for quiet contemplation, mediation and mindfulness.

Display the clan’s artwork on the refrigerator for more conversations and just to enjoy.

CHILI BEANS IN CROCK POT Melissa Neisler 1 to 2 lbs. ground beef 3 cans pintos 1 can kidney beans 1 pkg. taco seasoning 1 pkg. chili mix 1 can chopped tomatoes Cook ground beef and drain. Mix all ingredients and cook in crockpot on low all day. To serve put in bowl and sprinkle with shredded Cheddar cheese on top. Serve with Tostitos Scoops. Serves 8 to 10.

CROCK POT ROAST Patricia Buff 1 med. to large roast 1 (15 oz.) jar pepperoncini peppers 1 tsp. salt 2 tsp. pepper 1 tsp. accent 1 tsp. Italian season ½ tsp. garlic Put roast into crockpot.

Combine peppers, salt, pepper, accent, Italian season, garlic. Pour over roast. Cook 6 hours. Serve on buns.

EASY POT ROAST AND GRAVY Shirley Conner 1 can cream of chicken soup 1 can golden mushroom soup 1 can French onion soup 2-3 lbs. beef roast Mix soups together without adding water. Pour over roast. Bake at 350 degrees until done.

EASY CHERRY DUMP CAKE Brenda Self 2 cans cherry pie filling 1 can crushed pineapple 1 box Duncan Hines Butter Cake mix

2 sticks butter, melted Pour cherries in the bottom of 9x13 inch pan. Pour in crushed pineapple that you have drained ½ the juice.

Then spread dry cake mix over pineapple and pour melted butter over cake mix.

Bake at 350 degrees about 30-35 minutes.

BAKED POTATO SOUP 12 slices bacon 2/3 cup margarine 2/3 cup all-purpose flour 7 cups milk 4 large baked potatoes, peeled and cubed 4 green onions, chopped 1 -1/4 cups shredded cheddar cheese 1 cup sour cream

1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon ground black pepper • Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium heat until browned. Drain, crumble, and set aside.

• In a stock pot or Dutch oven, melt the margarine over medium heat. Whisk in flour until smooth. Gradually stir in milk, whisking constantly until thickened. Stir in potatoes and onions. Bring to a boil, stirring frequently.

• Reduce heat, and simmer 10 minutes. Mix in bacon, cheese, sour cream, salt, and pepper. Continue cooking, stirring frequently, until cheese is melted.

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■ POLICE ARRESTS MARCH 24: Christopher Dale Adkins, 31, Kings Mountain, assault on female, $5000.

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MARCH 24: Larry Lee Hambright Jr., 45, Kings Mountain, resist, delay, obstruct, possession marijuana, misdemeanor larceny, $5000 secured bond.

MARCH 24: Melissa Elkins Pagan, 43, High Shoals, manufacture, sell methamphetamine, possession methamphetamine, felonies, misdemeanor possession drug paraphernalia, $15,000 secured bond.

MARCH 25: Devyn Tyler Hall, 18, Kings Mountain, possession Schedule VI, misdemeanor; harassing phone calls, transported to Gaston County

BENEFITS From Page 1A •To report technical difficulties using the online tools provided by the Division of Employment Security, contact the office via the form at https:// des.nc.gov/customer-contact-form.

For more information

PATRICK From Page 1A them off. All donations are greatly appreciated.

Other services and referrals are being handled over the phone, including Medicare counseling through the NC SHIIP Program.

The Center’s address is 909 E Kings St, Kings Mountain, NC and the phone number is 704-7340447. Information and up-

HOME From Page 1A What does “Stay at Home” mean?

It means people should stay at their residence and limit social interactions and travel for essential activities or essential business purposes.

When does the Order take effect?

The Order takes effect on Monday, March 30 at 5 pm.

When will this Order be lifted?

This Order is valid for 30 days through April 29 but can be revised or extended.

Is this Executive Order mandatory or is it just guidance?

This Order is mandatory. All persons and other entities are required to comply if they do not fall within the exemptions that are specified in the Order.

How will this Executive Order be enforced?

Governor Cooper is seeking voluntary cooperation from all state residents and businesses to ensure the health and safety of our communities. If voluntary cooperation is not achieved, state and local law enforcement officers have the authority to enforce the Order.

Various local counties and cities have issued their own shelter in place orders.

How do the state and local orders correlate with one another?

People in North Carolina must abide by this statewide Order. To the extent that a local order contains more restrictive requirements, the more restrictive local Order must be followed.

Can I leave my home to visit friends or family members?

Individuals may leave their homes to care for a family member or friend, or to help their family member or friend get essential goods or receive neces-

Jail, unsecured bond.

INCIDENTS MARCH 21: Ptl. J. R. Peeler said a resident of Charlotte reported he was convinced at a local residence to send a large amount of money via Moneygram. The investigation is continuing by police.

MARCH 22: A resident of Clover, SC reported $100 damage to a door frame at residence on Cleveland Avenue.

MARCH 23: A resident of Northwoods Drive reported an attempted break-in.

MARCH 24: Walmart Store 07146, 1011 Shelby Road, reported shoplifting.

WRECKS MARCH 24: Officer J. L. Dee said Ebony Rankin, Shelby, operating a 2012 Nis-

and additional guidance on regulations and recommendations related to the health threat from COVID-19, please visit the NCDHHS website at www.ncdhhs. gov/coronavirus and CDC’s website at www. cdc.gov/coronavirus.

Workers are reminded to complete their weekly certification each week to receive benefits.

dates are posted on the City of Kings Mountain website and the Patrick Senior Center Facebook Page. Staff do an update on Facebook each weekday morning at 10 am.

All seniors are encouraged to practice good handwashing, social distancing, and sanitizing of surfaces.

Keep outings to a minimum and do all you can to stay safe and well during this time. sary health care. Individuals should not visit with friends or family members if there is no urgent need.

What if I require medical attention?

Individuals may leave their homes to receive necessary medical care.

If you have symptoms of COVID-19, please follow guidance (https://www. ncdhhs.gov/divisions/publichealth/coronavirus-disease-2019-covid-19-response-north-carolina/ what-covid-19) provided by the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services. If you have mild symptoms, stay home and call your doctor.

Can I leave my home to exercise?

People are encouraged to maintain healthy lifestyles, including outdoor recreational activity, such as walking pets and jogging. While exercising, individuals should maintain social distancing and continue to take protective measures to maintain their personal health and wellbeing.

Does this Order prohibit outside group exercise?

As long as the group abides by the mass gatherings provision in the Order (no more than 10 people) and maintains adequate social distancing, this activity is not prohibited, but it is strongly discouraged.

What if my home is not a safe environment?

Individuals whose residences are unsafe or become unsafe, such as victims of domestic violence, are permitted and urged to leave their home and stay at a safe alternate location, which can include a hotel or shelter.

Can I take my kids to the park?

Unless your local jurisdiction has closed parks, people may go to public parks and open outdoor recreation areas while following social distancing and mass gathering guidelines. Public playgrounds and their equipment are

san, hydroplaned in heavy rain and struck a center guard rail on the US 74 Bypass doing $7500 damage to the vehicle and $5000 damage to the guard rail.

MARCH 24: Officer J. L. Dee said Cheryl Lovingood, Kings Mountain, operating a 2007 Chevrolet, ran off the road on Oakland Street doing approximately $7500 damage to the vehicle.

MARCH 24: Officer J. Bullins said Cody Johnson, Bessemer City, operating a 2017 Honda, hit a rock on East Parker Street which possibly resulted in bursting the vehicle’s oil pan.

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Things to do while you stay at home

By Loretta Cozart To thousands of North Carolinians, it seems surreal staying at home and not going to work or school. On Monday at 5 pm, Governor Cooper’s Stay at Home Order went into effect and, with that, the lives of many people came to a standstill.

Those who work from home, and those who have essential jobs, continue to

work. Those who process payroll, pay bills, and send invoices, you are allowed to work … for now.

For those at home, many with children, it doesn’t take long to run out of things to keep everyone engaged. Many companies have stepped up to give Americans something to do while at home.

On March 20, Charter Communications announced it now provides

Cleveland County identifies fifth case of COVID-19 A fifth Cleveland County resident has tested positive for novel coronavirus (COVID-19). The person involved in this case did not recently travel or have direct contact with a person confirmed to have COVID19, indicating community transmission. Local health department personnel are working with the individual to identify close contacts.

“This is the second case of COVID-19 in the county that appears to be caused by community transmission,” Interim Cleveland County Health Director Deshay Oliver said. “This confirms that COVID-19 is now spreading throughout our community. I strongly urge

county residents to comply with the Stay-at-Home Executive Order that goes into effect Monday at 5 pm.

Residents should only leave their homes for essential services and, when doing so, should take proper precautions such as social distancing and hand washing.”

Because there is now community transmission of COVID-19 in Cleveland County, it can be expected that the county’s case count will continue to rise. Moving forward, instead of publishing a press release for each new case, the Cleveland County Health Department will maintain in real time the county’s current number of COVID-19 cases

at https://clevelandcounty. com/cchd/corona-virus-information/. This will allow the Health Department to keep the public up to date with the most accurate information available. In addition, the Health Department will continue to provide updates and pertinent information through local news outlets, social media, and press releases when appropriate.

To stay up to date on COVID-19 in North Carolina, visit www.ncdhhs. gov/coronavirus or text COVIDNC to 898211. Call 2-1-1 (or 888-892-1162) for general questions or for help finding human services resources in your community.

closed for use statewide.

Are the entertainment, personal care, and grooming businesses that are closed under Executive Order 120 supposed to remain closed?

Businesses prohibited from operating under Executive Order 120 shall remain closed.

What businesses may remain open?

Essential businesses as defined in the Order may remain open. Other non-essential businesses must remain closed unless permitted by the Secretary of Revenue. Establishments required to close under previous executive orders must remain closed.

Does my business need any documentation to continue operating?

Businesses and not-forprofit organizations that are deemed essential as defined by the Order do not need any documentation from the State to continue operations. Employees are not required to have specific documentation to report to work under this Order.

What if my business is not listed as essential and I cannot conduct business operations and maintain social distancing between employees?

If your business is not included in the list of Essential Businesses and Operations and you believe it is essential, you can apply to the North Carolina Department of Revenue (NCDOR). NCDOR will review applications to determine whether the business is necessary to properly respond to this COVID-19 pandemic.

NCDOR will post on its website a point of contact and procedures for businesses seeking an essential designation.

What if my business does not fall within an exception and must close?

Businesses that are required to cease all activities are still allowed to continue Minimum Basic operations. These operations

include activities necessary to maintain the value of the business’s inventory; preserve the condition of the business’s physical plant and equipment; ensure security; process payroll and employee benefits, or related functions; and, activities to support employees who are working remotely.

However, employees must comply with social distancing requirements, to the extent possible, while carrying out such operations.

Social distancing should be practiced. Places of worship are encouraged to stream their services online to accommodate people complying with the Order.

Are car dealerships open during the emergency?

Car dealerships, and other places that sell automobiles, are essential businesses that may provide relief for those who have transportation issues during the emergency and are permitted to remain open.

Can I still mail items and get deliveries?

Yes. The postal service and private mail and delivery services are essential businesses and will remain open.

Can I still go to my substance abuse treatment groups (e.g. Alcoholics Anonymous or Narcotics Anonymous) or other group counseling sessions?

Group counseling sessions are subject to the mass gathering ban and may not have more than 10 people. Participants attending in person should practice social distancing.

Group counseling services are urged to conduct meetings remotely if they are equipped to do so. Groups should make accommodations for remote support to the maximum extent feasible.

Can I visit loved ones in the hospital, nursing home, skilled nursing facility, or other residential care facility?

You may visit a hospital or other healthcare facility only to obtain health care services and supplies. Do not visit a nursing home, skilled nursing facility, residential care facility or any other long-term care facility unless it is an endof-life visit.

Can I carry out a court-ordered visit with my kids?

Yes. To the extent possible, maintain social distancing with individuals other than your child and limit meetings to places

If my business was previously required to close under an Executive Order or a local Stay at Home order, are there any circumstances under this Order that would allow me to re-open?

No. Does this Order prohibit operations of childcare centers and other childcare providers?

No. Although childcare providers are urged to remain open for first responders and essential employees, they are also open to the general public. All open childcare providers must follow the NCDHHS emergency childcare operations and financing guidance.

Are religious functions allowed?

Religious gatherings are subject to the mass gathering ban and may not have more than 10 people. Participants should practice social distancing.

Are weddings allowed?

Weddings are subject to the mass gathering ban and may not have more than 10 people. Participants should practice social distancing.

Are funerals allowed?

Funerals are time-sensitive events and may not have more than 50 people.

Participants should practice social distancing.

Can I still attend religious services?

The Order allows individuals to attend their places of worship if they follow the mass gathering ban and do not have more than 10 people assembled.

SHOWTIME and EPIX premium channels at no additional charge to Spectrum TV customers who do not currently receive those channels through Sunday, April 19.

“We hope that by expanding these programming options it will provide even more hours of entertainment for our customers in these challenging times,” said Tom Montemagno, Executive Vice President of Programming Acquisition for Charter. “The highly-popular original entertainment programming and movies on these networks will be of great interest to a large cross-section of our customers.”

Charter expanded SHOWTIME and EPIX

by Monday, March 23 for Spectrum TV customers who do not currently receive those channels.

SHOWTIME features popular originals such as Billions and Homeland, as well as hit movies and documentaries. Popular programming on EPIX includes War of the Worlds, Godfather of Harlem and Slow Burn, as well as a new series, Belgravia, which premieres on Sunday, April 12. That was awfully nice of them.

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and activities that are permitted under this Order, such as outdoor parks.

What if I still have to go to work?

Businesses have been encouraged to implement remote working policies for their employees. If you have been designated essential by your employer, you should continue to go to work and practice social distancing to the extent possible.

Where can I report a business that is operating in violation of the Order?

Governor Cooper is seeking voluntary cooperation from all state residents and businesses to ensure the health and safety of our communities. If voluntary cooperation is not achieved, state and local law enforcement officers have the authority to enforce the Order.

Are gun stores allowed to operate?

Gun stores implementing social distancing requirements for employees and customers as defined in the order may remain open.

Are golf courses allowed to stay open?

Golf courses implementing social distancing requirements for employees and customers as defined in the order may remain open.

What is the current number of people that can gather under the mass gathering requirements?

A mass gathering is defined as no more than ten (10) people.

What are social distancing requirements?

• Maintaining at least a six-foot distance from other individuals; • Washing hands using soap and water for at least twenty seconds as frequently as possible or the use of hand sanitizer; • Regularly cleaning high-touch surfaces; • Facilitating online or remote access by customers if possible.

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THINGS TO DO From Page 7A other channels are available on Sling, currently.

Check your Roku and Apple TV devices as other channels may be opened for viewing in the near future.

Sarah Lee Owensby emailed the Herald about a Bear Hunt going on in Kings Mountain now.

What a creative idea. In her neighborhood, and around town, she encouraged citizens participate. “Many families have put Bears up at their homes and I thought this may be a fun activity during such a season filled with uncertainties,” she shared.

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How can you participate? Many families have put a stuffed Bears in their windows, on their roof or hidden in bushes. If you don’t have kids, find a bear in the attic or buy one and put in a place that children will see it.

Why should people do this? “Many kids, like my own, don’t understand why we don’t allow playdates and friends over... this is a fun family adventure to brighten their day,” Owensby said.

You can take your kids on a Bear hunt by walking around a participating neighborhood or taking a ride around town to see how many Bears you can find. Gold Run and other neighborhoods in town are participating. Even with the Stay at Home Order,

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And, if you live near Lake Montonia, you may have real bears in your neighborhood, so be careful out there.

Musicians are currently offering online performances that cost nothing.

But, these musicians face the same challenges we all do, especially with the loss of their regular income. For some, the musician offers a way to donate through Venmo, so keep them in mind, even if you only donate a few bucks.

Scoot Pittman and other local musicians have been

performing on Facebook Live. Scoot’s performances are called Scoot Loops, so check them out.

On March 29, the iHeart Living Room Concert for America was a unique way to raise money for the health care workers and first responders working on the front lines of the coronavirus pandemic: Feeding America and First Responders Children’s Foundation. Locally, our citizens are familiar with Feeding America, because Cormetech has sponsored them to helping families in need in our own community for several years.

The core purpose of the show was to offer viewers a unique performance and give everyone a distraction.

If others were helped in the process, it’s a good thing.

Wednesday, April 1, 2020 Millions watched and $1M was raised from corporate sponsors in one-hour.

Closer to home, don’t forget that Mauney Memorial Library offers Wowbrary. To get email reminders, simply visit Wowbrary.org, enter your zip code and select Mauney Memorial Library, then enter your email address.

It’s that easy!

While the library is closed physically, it is open through Wowbrary and many magazines and other resources remain available to you as long as you have a Mauney Memorial Library Card. This is a great reason to sign up and the magazines offered expand weekly.

If you’d prefer to let someone else read stories to your children for a while,

Audible is offering their service at https://stories. audible.com/start-listen.

For as long as schools are closed, they’re open. Kids everywhere can instantly stream an incredible collection of stories, including titles across six different languages, that will help them continue dreaming, learning, and just being kids. All stories are free to stream on your desktop, laptop, phone or tablet. It’s that easy.

If you find other resources available, share them with the Herald at loretta@kmherald.com and we’ll pass those suggestions with our readers next week. Together, we can get through this.

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David Ray Robinson to be inducted into Hall of Fame (Fourth in a series of articles on the 2020 Kings Mountain Hall of Fame inductees).

David Ray Robinson wasn’t born with a baseball in his hand, but he’s had one there just about ever since.

The standout on – and coach of - numerous baseball teams in Kings Mountain and a record-setting pitcher at Western Carolina University, will soon join well over a hundred former KM, Compact, Davidson, Bethware and Grover athletes in the KM Sports Hall of Fame.

Robinson recalled moving to Kings Mountain when he was six years old and playing in different age group baseball teams shortly thereafter.

He played the first seven or more of those years on teams coached by his father, David Robinson.

“I couldn’t play football until I got in junior high because the Optimist Club had weight limits and I was always too heavy,” he recalled.

“But Jimmy Littlejohn gave me a jersey and let me go to the games with them on Saturday.”

When Robinson entered the junior high at Central School, he was one of only five seventh graders to make the team. At that time, KMHS was grades 10 through 12.

“Porter Griggs coached me,” Robinson recalled. “He was a really good coach.

From then on I always gave a hundred percent.”

Robinson was an offensive guard at KMJH. “I didn’t start running the ball until I got in high school,” he recalled. “I was too chunky.”

Robinson had a good high school career in both baseball and football. Most long-time KM football fans will remember the game he played at Chase. The Trojans were up 7-0 when Coach Bob Jones time and time again let his big fullback run all over the Trojans on the game-winning drive.

“When we scored late in the game Coach Jones said we were going to go for two since I had been running the ball so good,” Robinson recalled. “I always looked up to Coach Jones.”

Of course, Robinson powered into the end zone for the two points giving the Mountaineers an 8-7 victory.

Robinson didn’t play football his senior year, not because he didn’t want to but because Kings Mountain was hosting the 1978 18-year-old

Southeast Regional baseball tournament and the two sports conflicted.

“Baseball had always been my first love. We had a 12 p.m. game and I pitched. I didn’t go to football practice and then decided not to play football,” he said.

As a baseball player and coach, Robinson was a part of numerous local all-star teams that won district and state championships and competed in two Southeast Regional tournaments.

When he was 13, Kings Mountain won the Babe Ruth state championship. After losing its first game to Concord, the locals won seven games in a row and defeated Wilmington in the state championship game. They finished second in the Southeast Regionals in Huntsville, AL. When he was 16, Kings Mountain hosted the first 16-year-old Babe Ruth tournament and won it.

“It was so special to me because my dad was the head coach,” Robinson noted.

Robinson has since coached numerous youth teams to state championships and for six years took a team to Cooperstown, NY to play in the Dream Park.

“That was very exciting,” he said. “It was a good family time. We got to see a lot of places and see major league games in Yankee Stadium, Philadelphia and Boston.

My whole life has been surrounded with ball. It’s always good to coach your sons.

Rai played on both of the state championship teams I coached,” he said, which were the 9-10 Dixie Youth all-stars in 2001 and 11-12 Little Tar Heel state champs in 2003.

Both of his sons – Rai and Trey – have coached on the middle school level.

While Robinson was at KMHS, he was a strong hitter and an outstanding pitcher.

In 1977 he led the Mountaineers with a .376 batting average and also led in RBIs. He set a single season hit record with 32.

He also led the team in wins and innings pitched, strikeouts (57) and ERA (2.82).

His junior year he was All-Conference and again led in wins, ERA (1.35) and K’s (25 in 30 innings).

His senior year he worked 41 innings, had a 2.56 ERA, led the team in hits with 17 and had a .300 batting average.

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David Ray Robinson hunts a hole in the East Gaston defense “Barry Gibson and Bud Bumgardner were my coaches,” he noted. "They were great coaches and were really good to me. They got me ready for the next level.

Barry Gibson really helped me with my pitching.”

Robinson had always been used to starting, but in his freshman year at WCU Coach Bill Haywood turned him into a short relief pitcher because he could come in and throw strikes. He appeared in 14 games and had a 2-1 record and three saves.

His sophomore year he received the most improved player award after going 5-2 with seven saves in 17 games.

He had a 1.70 ERA and led the team in ERA, saves and wins. The Catamounts finished in a three-way tie for first in the Southern Conference, which was a first for them.

Robinson went 7-3 with two saves as a senior.

For his career there, he appeared in 63 games with 20 saves, set a single season record with 19 appearances in 1982, and to this day is tied for fourth in saves and is in the top ten in wins and ERA. Those outstanding statistics weren’t the best thing about Western, though, he said.

“Western is where I met my wife Twyla,” he said.

“She played softball, so that was a good place for me to be.”

David Ray Robinson scores KM’s first touchdown of 1977 Although his playing and coaching career is far behind him, Robinson continues to give back to the community and sports. He served 28 years on the chain crew for Mountaineer football, and worked in the concession stand for several years. You can still see him in the stands at every football game.

“I’m just enjoying the

coaches, parents and teammates. To be a pitcher you have to have people making plays behind you.

“I will always be grateful to all of my coaches, especially my Kings Mountain coaches Porter Griggs, Bob Jones, Barry Gibson and Bud Bumgardner. My dad was my coach on the youth level, and my biggest fan.”

games, and waiting for my grand babies to get big enough to play,” he said.

Going into the Hall of Fame is an honor, he said, but something that had him speechless when he was first notified.

“I just didn’t know what to think,” he said. “It is a great honor and I owe it all to the support I always had from my

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BLAST FROM THE PAST – Here’s the 1996-97 Kings Mountain High School basketball team. Larry Sipe was the head coach. Assistants were Chris Johnson and Aubrey Hollifield and the manager was Charles Watson. Left to right, front row, are Bryan Odums, Jamie Hall, Jawan McCree, Jonathan Rhodes, Marcus Smith, Sidney Crocker, Alex Burris and Thomas McClain.

Back row, left to right, are Lamar Adams, Ty Toney, Tario Campbell, Marlon Byers, Joseph Bell and David Turner.

Touchdown Club Golf Broome named SC Teaching Fellow Tournament set for May 8 Kings Mountain High School’s Blake Broome has been named SC Teaching Fellow.

Blake will join the freshman cohort at USC Columbia this fall where he will be offered numerous professional development opportunities and be involved with communities and businesses through various service projects and partnerships with local schools.

The state’s Teaching Fellows Program, operated by the Center for Educator Recruitment, Retention, and Advancement

(CERRA), was established in 1999 by the SC General Assembly. The mission of the program is to recruit talented high school seniors into the teaching profession and help them develop leadership qualities. Each year, the program provides Fellowships for up to 215 high school seniors who have exhibited high academic achievement, a history of service to their school and community, and a desire to teach in South Carolina.

Applicants for the program undergo a rigorous selection process that

includes an online application, an interview and presentation in front of a team of three educators, and a scored response.

Following the rigorous selection process, applicants who are awarded a Fellowship receive up to $24,000 in yearly scholarships (up to $6000 a year for four years) to attend a Teaching Fellows Institution in South Carolina.

Each Fellow agrees to teach in South Carolina one year for every year he or she receives the Fellowship.

The 13th annual Kings Mountain Touchdown Club golf tournament will be held Fri., May 8 at Kings Mountain Country Club.

Entries are now being accepted. The first 30 teams that pay the entry fee will be accepted.

“Through the years, we have used the proceeds to support the athletic teams and facilities at Kings Mountain High School,” noted KMTD Club president David Brinkley. “We have enhanced the campus of Kings Mountain High School with a new field house, concession stand, weight room, new turf on the football field, and new tennis courts. We are currently working to finish the new tennis field house and restroom facility. Kings Mountain High School is a showcase in the county.

In addition to the facilities, we have provided uniforms, meals, equipment and travel expenses to all teams.

“This is made possible in large part to the response we receive from the golf tournament. It is the primary fund raising event for the Touchdown Club.

Last year, we grossed over $70,000 from the event.

We hope to make this year’s tournament even bigger. Proceeds will go to the building fund to help pay down the debt on the existing projects.”

The golf tournament is a four-person captain’s choice format. Lunch will be served at 11:15 a.m. and there will be a shotgun start at 12:30 p.m.

Entry fee is $70 per player and includes one mulligan per player, one red tee per player and one

string per team on hole #15.

Prizes will be awarded for closest to the pin on the four par three holes and longest drive for men, women and seniors on #2.

The tournament will be flighted at the end with first place prizes in each flight.

Sponsorships are also available and they will be displayed on a sponsor board. Diamond sponsorships are $1,000, platinum $500, gold $250 and silver $100 All entry forms, sponsorships and checks must be returned to KM Touchdown Club, PO Box 2017, Kings Mountain, NC 28086 by April 24.

Make checks payable to KM Touchdown Club.

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How to Protect Your Elderly Parents from Coronavirus Dear Savvy Senior, I’m concerned about my 80-year-old mother who’s at high risk for coronavirus. She lives on her own about 100 miles from me, and I’ve been keeping close tabs on her since this whole pandemic started. What tips can you offer long-distance family members?

Concerned Daughter Dear Concerned, Because the elderly and people with chronic medical conditions are the most vulnerable to the new coronavirus, following the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guideline of social distancing and staying home is critically important.

Here are some additional tips and recommendations from the CDC and public health specialists that can help keep your elderly mother safe and healthy while she’s hunkering down at home until the pandemic passes.

Know and follow the other CDC recommendations: Make sure you and your mom know and practice the CDC recommendations for older adults and those with compromised health conditions. Some of their guidelines – like washing your hands

and avoid touching your face – you’re probably already familiar with, but there are many other recommendations and they’re constantly changing. For the complete list visit Coronavirus.gov – click on “Older Adults & Medical Conditions.”

Have supplies on hand: Start by contacting your mom’s healthcare provider to ask about obtaining extra necessary medications to have on hand for a prolonged period of time. If she cannot get extra medications, consider using mail-order for medications so she can avoid going into a pharmacy. Also be sure you have over-thecounter medicines and medical supplies to treat fever and other symptoms.

She should also have enough groceries and household items on hand so that she can stay at home for an extended period of time. If she needs to restock supplies, there’s online grocery delivery options like Amazon Fresh, Instacart, Peapod, Target and Walmart, and a growing number of stores including Walmart, Target, Whole Foods, Dollar General and many other that are offering early dedicated shopping times to vulnerable seniors to reduce their risk of being exposed to the virus.

There are also home delivery meal programs that can help home-bound seniors – see MealsOnWheelsAmerica.org to locate one in your mom’s area. Or, check out companies like Silver Cuisine (SilverCuisine.com) or Mom’s Meals (MomsMeals. com) that deliver nutritious pre-cooked meals to seniors that can be heated up in the microwave.

Use technology: For many seniors, social distancing can also lead to social isolation and loneliness, which is a common problem in the older population. If your mom has a computer, tablet or smartphone, she can stay connected to friends and relatives via videocalls through Skype, Zoom or FaceTime, which is a safe alternative.

If your mom isn’t familiar or comfortable with mainstream technology there are other solutions like the GrandPad (GrandPad. net), which is a simplified 4G tablet designed for seniors 75 and older that allows one-touch videocalls, email and much more.

And for peace of mind, there are also check-in services like Snug (SnugSafe. com) that send free daily check-ins to your mom’s phone to confirm she’s OK. And,

will let you know if she doesn’t respond.

Skip nonessential doctor’s appointments: Most public health experts are also recommending that seniors at risk cancel nonessential doctor’s appointments. If your mom has a condition that she feels should not be put off, see if a telemedicine session, which is now covered by Medicare would be an option.

Talk to caregivers: If your mom uses a home health or home care service, that means a number of different aides may be coming through her door.

Be sure you talk to the agency she uses or her aides about hygiene. They should all be reminded to wash their hands or use hand gel sanitizer frequently. And any equipment they bring into your mom’s home should be wiped down with disinfectant.

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

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Top Ways to Lighten Up Your Home Workspace Many people have found themselves working from home. Whether setting up shop at the kitchen table or creating a complete home office, here are simple hacks to make your new work environment comfortable and productive.

“No matter which room becomes your workspace, proper lighting plays a key role in avoiding fatigue, eye strain and other discomforts,” said Jennifer Kis, director of marketing communications, Progress Lighting.

Begin by defining your workspace.

Setting up on the kitchen or dining table can work -- temporarily. The upside is that it’s quick and easy. But these rooms are typically high-traffic areas, leading to distractions. Plus, you might have to pack up work at mealtimes. Instead, re-purpose a small table and chair and place it in an out-of-the-way spot, such as a stairwell or bedroom corner.

Next, think about lighting. Layering light is a basic technique that should be used in every room, but especially home offices.

“Balance the lighting for different times of day. Natural light for day, layered light for afternoon and task lighting at night,” recommends Piper Stromatt, lead designer and partner for Curate Custom Homes. “There are three layers of light to consider: ambient or general light, task lighting and decorative or accent lighting.”

Select a location with a good source of ambient light. Natural light is ideal: it diffuses throughout the space, bouncing off walls and ceilings to cut down

on glare that can reflect on the computer monitor and the shiny desk surface.

“When selecting ambient light sources, the goal is to illuminate the entire space without creating undue glare and contrast, which can lead to headaches and eye strain,” says Kis. “If possible, avoid using overhead ceiling fixtures as the primary source of lighting. If that’s the only option, use a dimmer switch to vary light levels as needed.”

Positioning your workspace correctly also helps. For rooms with natural light, place your desk perpendicular to the window, ideally facing north or south so that sunlight doesn’t cast shadows at certain times of the day. If an overhead fixture is the only light source, situate your workstation so that the light shines from behind it.

“Make sure your home office suits your performance under particular lighting conditions,” says Stromatt, who recommends the following tips: • Don’t set your monitor in front of the window; the bright background light shining behind the screen causes eye strain.

• Place your chair at least arm’s length from the screen so that it can be seen without reading glasses or squinting.

• Add LED tape lighting behind your monitor or under a desk for diffused light.

• Use solar shades to soften lighting and lessen heat.

After setting up a glare-free work-

station, add task lighting. Use dedicated light sources such as desk lamps for tasks like paperwork and filing. Place direct task lights on the opposite side of the hand you write with to avoid casting shadows onto your work.

Finally, add accent lighting for visual appeal. Frame your workspace with desk lamps or install a permanent fixture on a dimmer switch, such as a pendant hung directly over the desk. Wall sconces can throw light on decorative objects in the room.

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To reduce anxiety in your children, teach them about preventative measures, talk with them about their fears, and give them a sense of control over this virus and the risk of infection.

As public conversations around coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) increase, children may worry about themselves, their family, and friends getting ill with COVID-19. Parents, family members, school staff, and other trusted adults can play an important role in helping children make sense of what they hear in a way that is honest, accurate, and minimizes anxiety or fear. CDC has created guidance to help adults have conversations with children about COVID-19 and ways they can avoid getting and spreading the disease.

General principles for talking to children Remain calm and reassuring.

• Remember that children will react to both what you say and how you say it. They

will pick up cues from the conversations you have with them and with others.

Make yourself available to listen and to talk.

• Make time to talk. Be sure children know they can come to you when they have questions.

Avoid language that might blame others and lead to stigma.

• Remember that viruses can make anyone sick, regardless of a person’s race or ethnicity. Avoid making assumptions about who might have COVID-19.

Pay attention to what children see or hear on television, radio, or online.

• Consider reducing the amount of screen time focused on COVID-19. Too much information on one topic can lead to anxiety.

Provide information that is honest and accurate.

• Give children information that is truthful and appropriate for the age and developmental level of the child.

• Talk to children about how some stories on COVID19 on the Internet and social media may be based on rumors and inaccurate information.

Teach children everyday actions to reduce the spread of germs.

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BATTLEGROUND BUSINESS ALLIANCE – Eighteen small businesses from Kings Mountain purchased and distributed 450, $10.00 gift cards from local restaurants in KM to grocery store workers, first responders and others who are in front lines. The goal was to help local restaurants and acknowledge the community’s first responders. “Helping the restaurants while business is down is essential, helping others with free food on the front lines, and getting people to local businesses that can use new customers.

We see it as a Win/Win/Win,” said Erin Jolly of the Battleground Business Alliance. Pictured, Back row (L-R): Ty Toney, Josh Shelton, Russ Putnam, Jimbo Thompson, and Brandon McKee. Front row, (L-R); Alex Childers, Erin Jolly, Audrey Toney, Iris Hubbard. Behind Iris, Val Hughes. Not pictured: Joyce Gladstone, Mickey Pilley, Ben Ingle, Sherry Johnson, Henry Hartleb, Dr. Jimmy Magar, and Matthew Ange, Steven Ray, and Tyler Dixon.

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Gardner-Webb faculty leader honored with prestigious award for scholarly research

A Gardner-Webb faculty leader, who has served the University for nearly three Dr. Yelton decades, has been honored with a prestigious award for scholarly research. Dr. David Yelton, associate provost for the College of Arts and Sciences and professor of history, received the Vandervort Prize from the “Journal of Military History.”

Yelton is one of four historians to receive the award this year. Formerly called the Moncado Prize, the honor was renamed on March 1 to honor the memory of Dr. Bruce Vandervort, former editor of the

Journal. Vandervort was dedicated to coordinating the Journal and supporting the entire field of military history. The Society of Military History voted to change the name of the award three days before Vandervort lost his battle to cancer.

“I was quite surprised to receive the award as it is an honor just to be published in the Journal,” Yelton shared. “Moreover, the selection is done by a panel of five to six scholars in the broad field of military history, so it is an affirmation of having made a contribution to the discipline.”

The Journal is published quarterly, featuring a total of 30 to 35 articles a year.

Yelton’s article, “Older German Officers and National Socialist Activism: Evidence from the German Volkssturm,” appeared in the April 2019 issue. The German Volkssturm was a compulsory militia begun by the Nazi Party near the

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND IN THE GENERAL COURT DIVISION 19-CVS-1964

Mooresboro, NC 28114 and 1730 Kings Row Drive, Unit 102 Kings Mountain, NC 28086 and 13929 Ballyshannon Lane Charlotte, NC 28278

Dr. David Yelton Receives Vandervort Prize for His Work in Military History

BRANCH BANKING AND TRUST COMPANY, Petitioner, v.

ARTHUR FRANCIS PORTER, JR.; WANDA SUE PORTER; WILLIE FRANCES PORTER; FRANK EUGENE PORTER A/K/A FRANKLIN EUGENE PORTER; KENNETH JOCKISE WALTON, individually and as Personal Representative of the Estate of Lisa Marie Porter; and JOHNTAVIOUS PORTER-YOUNG a/k/a JOHNTAVIOUS PORTER a/k/a JOHNTAVIOUS YOUNG, individually and as Personal Representative of the Estate of Lisa Marie Porter; ROBERT J. BRIDGES, as Public Administrator for the Estate of Arthur Francis Porter, Sr.; GUARDIAN AD LITEM #1 for the minor, unknown and/or unascertainable heirs of Arthur Francis Porter, Sr.; and GUARDIAN AD LITEM #2 for the minor, unknown and/or unascertainable heirs of Lisa Marie Porter, Defendants.

NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION TO: Kenneth Jockise Walton 130 Shady Lane

Take notice that a pleading seeking relief against you has been filed in the above entitled action. The nature of the relief being sought is as follows: Truist Bank, successor by merger to Branch Banking and Trust Company is seeking a declaratory judgment to quiet title to property located at 227 Tobe Bridge Road, Kings Mountain, North Carolina.

You are required to respond to such pleading no later than 40 days after April 8, 2020, which is the 18th day of May, 2020, and upon your failure to do so the party seeking service against you will apply to the Court for the relief sought.

Dated: March 12, 2020.

WOMBLE BOND DICKINSON (US) LLP /s/ James S. Livermon, III NC State Bar No. 26492 Attorneys for Trust Bank, Successor by merger to Branch Banking and Trust Company 555 Fayetteville Street, Suite 1100 Raleigh, NC 27601 Telephone: (919) 755-2148 Facsimile: (919) 755-6048 Charlie.Livermon@wbd-us. com KMH4012 (3/25, 4/01 & 08, 2020)

end of the Second World War. Through the profiles of commanders in the German Volkssturm, Yelton examined the extent of active participation by former German military officers in the Nazi Party. His findings show that there were a substantial number of older men who had credentials as both officers and Nazi Party leaders.

Yelton spent the last few years researching and revising the article. “To have it recognized as expanding our knowledge of the Third Reich made all the long and tedious hours of research, writing and editing more than worthwhile,” he related. “It’s an affirmation of knowing that your scholarly work is appreciated by your peers and an acknowledgement that your work makes a difference. Vandervort was the editor who approved the draft of this article with the recommendation of several readers, so that adds to the honor.”

Yelton began studying the citizen militia of Nazi Germany when he was a graduate student at the University of North Carolina in the mid-1980s. “I selected it as a dissertation topic because at that time it had never been thoroughly studied,” Yelton offered.

“Once I began researchSTATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND NOTICE TO CREDITORS

ing the topic, I found that there had been little work in English on the German perspective of the end of the war. Interestingly, I finished my dissertation in 1990. The Germanies reunified the next year, which meant that there was a lot of archival material now available that had previously been closed. In 1996, I received a Gardner-Webb sabbatical that let me investigate enough of the former East German archival material to confirm that I didn’t have to revise my conclusions fundamentally.”

Yelton, a resident of Rutherfordton, N.C., was named the associate provost for the GWU College of Arts and Sciences in 2016. He has served the University with distinction as professor of history since 1990. Yelton established himself as a faculty leader at Gardner-Webb, serving as Chair of the Social Sciences Department from 2002-07 and Chair of the Faculty from 2007-09. Before coming to Gardner-Webb, he served as a teaching and research assistant to the History Department at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where he earned his Master of Arts and his Ph.D. STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Having qualified on the 6th day of March, 2020 as Executrix of the Estate of RONALD EUGENE CHURCH, deceased of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against the estate of said deceased to exhibit them to the undersigned, Mayra Littman, Executrix, on or before the 11th day of June, 2020 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to the said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 11th day of March, 2020.

Mayra Littman, Executrix Estate of: Ronald Eugene Church 1651 Rehobeth Church Road Shelby, NC 28150 KMH4008 (3/11, 18, 25 & 4/01/20)

Having qualified on the 28th day of February, 2020 as Executrix of the Estate of BILLY JOE ELLIS, deceased of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against the estate of said deceased to exhibit them to the undersigned, Sandra Ellis Theis, Executrix, on or before the 18th day of June, 2020 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to the said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 18th day of March, 2020.

Sandra Ellis Theis, Executrix Estate of: Billy Joe Ellis 1557 Buckford Road Shelby, NC 28152 KMH4009 (3/18, 25, 4/01 & 8/2020)

As concerns about COVID-19 continue to rise, Americans are seeing pump prices plummet across the country. On the week, gas price averages in 35 states decreased by double-digits, pushing the national average to $2.25, the cheapest price point of the year.

“During this uncertain time of COVID-19, gas prices are declining despite increasing gasoline demand and decreasing U.S. stock levels,” said Tiffany Wright, AAA spokesperson. “There’s a high likelihood that the national average could hit $2 per gallon by the end of March.”

Gas prices are trending cheaper for two major reasons: Concerns about COVID-19 are contributing to cheaper crude oil prices.

The crude price war between Russia and Saudi Arabia.

South Carolina is still a part of the nation’s top 10 least expensive markets with average pump prices now at $1.97, while North Carolina’s weekly price average is now

$2.07, a decrease of 13 cents.

It’s likely that North Carolina will fall below the two-dollar price point in the coming week.

After President Trump announced that the U.S. Department of Energy would purchase oil to top off the Strategic Petroleum Reserve, crude prices rallied briefly.

However, the announcement is unlikely to help increase crude prices further since the limited number of barrels the U.S. could purchase is small when compared to the dramatic reduction in global crude demand as a result of reduced economic activity due to COVID-19. Moving into this week, crude prices are likely to continue decreasing as the world grapples with how to contain the ongoing international public health crisis and associated economic challenges that could lead to a global recession.

Until the price war ends and fears about COVID-19 subside, domestic crude prices are likely to remain low.

KIDS

• Recently, this virus has made a lot of people sick.

Scientists and doctors think that most people will be ok, especially kids, but some people might get pretty sick.

• Doctors and health experts are working hard to help people stay healthy.

What can I do so that I don’t get COVID-19?

• You can practice healthy habits at home, school, and play to help protect against the spread of COVID-19: • Cough or sneeze into a tissue or your elbow. If you sneeze or cough into a tissue, throw it in the trash right away.

• Keep your hands out of your mouth, nose, and eyes.

This will help keep germs out of your body.

• Wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. Follow these five steps—wet, lather (make bubbles), scrub (rub together), rinse and dry. You can sing the “Happy Birthday” song twice.

• If you don’t have soap and water, have an adult help you use a special hand cleaner.

• Keep things clean.

Older children can help adults at home and school clean the things we touch the most, like desks, doorknobs, light switches, and remote controls. (Note for adults: you can find more information about cleaning and disinfecting on CDC’s website.)

• If you feel sick, stay home. Just like you don’t want to get other people’s germs in your body, other people don’t want to get your germs either.

What happens if you get sick with COVID-19?

• COVID-19 can look different in different people. For many people, being sick with COVID-19 would be a little bit like having the flu. People can get a fever, cough, or have a hard time taking deep breaths. Most people who have gotten COVID-19 have not gotten very sick. Only a small group of people who get it have had more serious problems. From what doctors have seen so far, most children don’t seem to get very sick. While a lot of adults get sick, most adults get better.

• If you do get sick, it doesn’t mean you have COVID-19. People can get sick from all kinds of germs.

What’s important to remember is that if you do get sick, the adults at home and school will help get you any help that you need.

• If you suspect your child may have COVID-19, call the healthcare facility to let them know before you bring your child in to see them.

From Page 3B • Remind children to stay away from people who are coughing or sneezing or sick.

• Remind them to cough or sneeze into a tissue or their elbow, then throw the tissue into the trash.

• Discuss any new actions that may be taken at school to help protect children and school staff.

• (e.g., increased handwashing, cancellation of events or activities) • Get children into a handwashing habit.

• Teach them to wash their hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after blowing their nose, coughing, or sneezing; going to the bathroom; and before eating or preparing food.

• If soap and water are not available, teach them to use hand sanitizer. Hand sanitizer should contain at least 60% alcohol. Supervise young children when they use hand sanitizer to prevent swallowing alcohol, especially in schools and child care facilities.

Facts about COVID-19 for discussions with children Try to keep information simple and remind them that health and school officials are working hard to keep everyone safe and healthy.

What is COVID-19?

• COVID-19 is the short name for “coronavirus disease 2019.” It is a new virus.

Doctors and scientists are still learning about it.

ADMINISTRATOR’S NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Administrator of the Estate of Barbara Daves Bowen, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against the estate of said decedent to present them to the undersigned at 4498 Beaver Blvd., Sherrills Ford, NC 28673 on or before the 26th day of June, 2020 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery.

All persons, firms and corporations indebted to said estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 25th day of March, 2020.

Marshall Adison Bowen, III, Administrator of the Estate of Barbara Daves Bowen Patrick, Harper & Dixon L.L.P. PO Box 218 Hickory, NC 28603 KMH4011 (3/25, 4/01, 08, &15/2020)

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Get outside & get growing! from your friends at Community First Media

What can and cannot be composted Avid gardeners know that compost can add vital nutrients to soil used in gardens, container plants and lawns. The fact that compost is so versatile and nutrient-dense may not even be its most admirable quality. Made from items used in and around the house, compost costs just about nothing to produce.

The raw materials that make up compost come from organic waste. These can be disposables from the garden and kitchen, as well as other areas around the house. According to the United States Environmental Protection Agency, yard trimmings and food scraps add up to 20 to 30 percent of the municipal solid waste in the United States. Turning waste into compost not only helps the landscape, but also the planet.

Compost is relatively easy to make, and there are scores of materials that can be put into compost. But it is just as essential to know which ingredients cannot be used in compost.

Garden Web indicates coated or glossy printed papers, such as those from catalogs, magazines, wrapping paper, marketing materials, and business cards, should not be added to compost piles because of the chemicals and inks used in these pages.

Planet Natural Research Center says to avoid pet droppings from dogs and cats.

Animal products like bones, butter, milk, fish skins, and meat, may decompose and start to smell foul. Maggots, parasites, pathogens, and other microorganisms can form in the compost. These materials also may attract flies and scavenger animals.

Plus, they decompose very slowly.

Any personal hygiene products should be avoided because they are tainted by human fluids and that can pose a health risk.

While weeds are not harmful in compost piles, there is the risk that seeds can germinate and then infiltrate garden beds when the compost is used. The same can be said for tomato plants and some other

Okay for compost Most organic materials, or items that were once living, can be used in compost.

Plant-based items used in cooking, such as potato peelings, carrot skins, banana peels, cocoa hulls, coffee grounds and filters, corn cobs, apple cores, egg shells, fruit peels, kelp, and nut shells, can be added to compost.

Other items from around the house, like unused kitty litter, hair, shredded newspapers and cardboard, leaves, flowers, paper, pine needles, ashes, and sawdust, can be successfully added to compost. Stick to items that are not treated heavily with chemicals.

Should not be used in compost Inorganic and non-biodegradable materials cannot go into compost. These are items like plastic, glass, aluminum foil, and metal. Pressure-treated lumber, although a natural material, is treated with preservatives and often pesticides that can be harmful if they leech into the garden.

The small-gardening resource Balcony

hardy fruits and vegetables.

Compost is a winner in the garden and around the landscape. Learning which ingredients can and can’t be added to compost piles is useful for any gardener.

Eight garden tools for beginners The right tool for the job is essential to working safely and efficiently. This is as true in the workplace as it is in the garden.

Novice gardeners may not know where to begin in regards to which tools they need. The following are eight items that can serve as a solid foundation for beginning gardeners.

1. Gloves: Your hands will be working hard, so it pays to protect them from calluses, blisters, splinters, insects, and dirt.

Look for water-resistant gloves that are also breathable.

2. Hand pruners: Hand pruners are essential for cutting branches, cleaning up shrubs, dead-heading flowers, and various other tasks. Choose ergonomic, no-slip handles that will make work easier.

Rust-resistant, nonstick blades also are handy.

3. Wheelbarrow: A wheelbarrow can transport gear to garden beds or tote dirt, leaves, rocks, and other materials around the landscape. A good wheelbarrow is strong but light enough to maneuver when full.

4. Loppers: Long-handled loppers will fit the bill for thick branches. The long handles provide leverage to cut through branches an inch or more in diameter.

5. Hand trowel: A hand trowel is a

Did you know?

You Can!

Successfully grow tomatoes Slicing into the first tomato of the season is a much anticipated moment for gardeners. Tomatoes are among the most popular fruit or vegetable plants grown in home gardens. Much of that popularity may be credited to the fact that red, ripe tomatoes have a delicious, juicy flavor that serves as the basis for all sorts of recipes. And since tomatoes can just as easily be grown in a full backyard garden or in a container on a patio or balcony, tomatoes appeal to gardeners regardless of their living situations.

While tomatoes are relatively easy to grow, they are prone to certain problems and pests. Knowledge of what to expect when planting tomatoes and how to start off on the right footing can help produce a season’s worth of delicious bounty.

• Wait until after the last average frost date. Tomatoes can be grown from seeds outdoors in warm areas, but tomato gardeners often find success starting seeds indoors six to eight weeks before the last frost date. Gradually introduce seedlings to the elements for a few hours each day, increasing the duration of time outside. Then they can be transplanted outdoors when temperatures are consistently over 60 F.

• Choose a sunny spot. Tomatoes love to soak up sunlight, according to The Home Depot. Place the plants in a sunny spot so they can thrive.

• Space out plants. The experts at Better Homes and Gardens say to leave anywhere from 24 to 48 inches between plants to accommodate for growth and ensure the plants will not get stunted.

• Plant deeply. Tomatoes tend to root along their stems. If transplants are long and lean, dig a trench and lay the stem sideways in the dirt, and then bend the top of the plant upward. Snip off the lower branches and cover with soil up to the first set of leaves. This will produce extra root growth and stronger, more vital plants.

• Give the plants support. Tomato cages or stakes can help keep the leaves and fruit from touching the ground, which can cause rot and, eventually, death to the tomato plant.

• Lay down a layer of mulch. Tomatoes grow best when the soil is consistently moist. Mulch can help retain moisture from watering and rain. Mulch also will help prevent soil and soilborne

When planning spring landscapes, homeowners should always group plants with similar water needs together. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, grouping plants with similar water needs together helps to conserve water, which can be an especially useful strategy if or when drought restrictions go into effect in summer. Homeowners also can embrace additional strategies to landscape with water conservation in mind. For example, aerating soil helps to improve water flow to plants’ roots and reduces water runoff, helping to ensure that plants get all of the water they need while reducing the likelihood that homeowners will have to use excessive amounts of water to keep plants healthy. In addition, using low-water-using types of grass can help homeowners who live in areas prone to drought conserve water while still maintaining lush, green lawns.

diseases from splashing on the leaves and plants when it rains. While you amend the soil, make sure that it drains well and is slightly acidic.

• Prune away suckers. Tomatoes produce “suckers,” which are leaves that shoot out from the main stem. Removing these leaves promotes air circulation and keeps the plant’s energy focused on growing fruit.

Tomatoes are a rich addition to any garden. A few simple tricks can help even novice gardeners grow delicious tomatoes.

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handy tool that lets you dig holes or unearth weeds. While shopping for a trowel, consider getting a hand-held garden fork, which can aerate soil and cut through roots.

6. Hose/watering can: Keeping gardens hydrated is part of ensuring their health.

That makes a hose and a watering can two invaluable tools to have around. Invest in a lightweight, expandable hose if storage space is at a premium. An adjustable nozzle will enable you to customize the water flow as needed. A watering can is an easy way to tote water to hard-to-reach pots and containers.

7. Garden kneeler: Gardeners often bend and kneel while working in the soil. That puts pressure on the back and knees. A comfortable garden kneeler with memory foam or one made from shock-absorbing material can reduce aches and pains.

8. Garden hoe: Garden hoes till soil, remove weeds and perform many other tasks.

A garden hoe can be used along with a fullsized shovel, trowel and garden rake.

This list is just the tip of the garden tool iceberg. Visit a garden center and speak with a professional about other tools that can be added to the mix.

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DANNY’S AUTOWERKS. Buying used or junk cars.

Competitive prices. Call Jimmy, 828-289-1175 or 828-2471070.

LIVESTOCK FOR SALE. PURE BRED ANGUS BULLS and HEIFERS. Jacob Fork Ranch. Call 704-538-1199 or (704) 600-7847

1995 CHEVROLET S-10 225,000 miles. 4 cylinder, 5 speed, air. $1400. (704) 4601949

FARM & GARDEN PUSH PLANTER. I have push planter with all planter discs.

(704) 300-1818 kim_hopper@ bellsouth.net TODAYS EGGS FOR SALE. Don’t go to the store for eggs- they are up to 8-12 weeks to old when they arrive at the store on average. We will sell you eggs laid TODAY! Free-range, well cared for happy hens, awesome highly nutritious eggs! 583 Dick Spangler Rd., right off of HY 18. Daily, 4:00 pm-7:00 pm or come any time if you call, Jerry 509-432-4914. $4.00 a dozen. (509) 432-4914 jerry65@ yahoo.com 8N TRACTOR. 1950 Ford 8N tractor. Needs some work.

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BOATS CLASSIC 1965 STARCRAFT RUNABOUT BOAT. 30 Merc, 4 Stroke, only 17 hours, Chat plotter and Fish finder. Dry, and runs like a dream. All the equipment and tilt trailer included, $4500 obo. Bob, 828476-6058.

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1994 GMC SHORT SCHOOL BUS CHASSIS with chair lift, 140,000 miles, $2400.

(704) 460-1949 2008 PONTIAC G8 V-6, 148,000 miles. $5000 firm.

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YOU CAN BUY LOVE! Only 3 left - 2 females, 1 male. Pure bred Morkie - CKC registered.

Special discount now for $700 each. These are the cutest dogs you will ever see. First come first get. Will take non refundable deposit of $150.

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2013 HONDA ACCORD SDN for sale with 114,500 miles. One owner, no smoking. Beige Leather interior.

Sunroof. Great gas mileage. $10,500. Call 704-692-5016 for more information.

REGISTERED GREAT PYRENEES. UTD on shots & wormer. $300. Call or text.

Family pets or guardians. 704297-0779.

1987 FORD F-150 82,000 miles, $1700. Long wheel base, Dual Tanks. Truck has been sitting for several years was running when parked, can send pictures by phone.

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CKC APPLE HEAD CHIHUAHUA PUPPIES. $200 each.

1st shots & wormed. Shot records & papers. Ready to go 3/16/20. (704) 670-1124

2002 DODGE CARAVAN 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan EX. $1000. Also 2000 Chevrolet Truck 4x4, Ext cab, lifted. $3000. (704) 472-1715

GREAT PYRENEES PUPS. 2 girls. $200 each. (704) 6927362

2000 CADILLAC DEVILLE Pearl White. Carriage roof, Michelin tires, looks & runs good, 3rd Owner! 117,000 miles, $2950. Call 704-6783954 or (704) 487-0550

CKC TOY POODLES. 4 males, brown, black, and white. Will be vet checked.

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ENGLISH BULLDOG, FEMALE. Beautiful 10 month old female English bulldog.

She is house trained, smart, very loving, and good with children. She has had all required shots. Not registered.

(704) 300-8002 torenada@ bellsouth.net CALIFORNIA/REX BUNNIES FOR SALE. (704) 4662656 DOG KENNELS, FROM $189.99 IN STOCK. 7x7, 5x10, 10x10, 10x20, 10x10 split, 20x20 split. Tops, Delivery and Install available. J. Johnson Sales, Forest City.

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2003 NISSAN MAXIMA Nissan Maxima GLE 126,900 miles, $3000, Very good condition. (828) 447-4257 2003 HUMMER H2 LOADED. Excellent condition, 94+ miles, 1 owner, $11,500. Call after 11AM. 828-625-0646.

2000 JEEP WRANGLER FOUR WHEEL FUN! 216,000+ miles, 6 cyl., 4.0 Liter, 4x4, 5 speed manual trans., hard top, rear seat, a/c, black cloth int., fair condition. $6,000 obo. 704-473-4722.

1978 CHEVROLET C-10 STEPSIDE SHORT BED 350/350. Too many new parts to mention. Excellent running condition, 78k miles, $5200.

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COZY CONVENIENT 1 LARGE BEDROOM. Mostly furnished house, Kings Mtn. $56,000 as is. Convenient to Hwy. 74 and shopping. 704231-2037.

LAWNDALE AREA. Cleared 1.3 acre lot, and 1 acre lot, water and septic, priced to sell.

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SUNNYVIEW, NC. FOR SALE BY OWNER. Convenient location, 7 acre lot with over 1,000 feet of road frontage, $56,000. Owner financing available. 828-429-3287.

RUTHERFORD COUNTY OWNER FINANCING! FC Home, 3 bed, 1 bath, remodeled, central heat/air, large backyard. $5000 Down Payment, $665.56 month. For showing, Email: DLBuff@ yahoo.com or 828-4294735. (828) 429-4735 DLBuff@yahoo.com EAST RUTHERFORD COUNTY. Off Hwy 120, Lots with water and septic. Owner will finance with low down payment. Call Bryant Realty at 704-567-9836. www.bryantrealtyinc.com

OCEAN LAKES 3 BEDROOMS, 2 BATHS. Washer/ dryer, gas grill, golf cart included. $1400 week. (704) 472-7145

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BEACH HOUSE AT OCEAN LAKES. 2 & 3 bedroom, WIFI. For rent by week or 3 day weekend. 704-473-1494, (704) 434-7765

RACING HOMING PIGEONS Gaston Cleveland Racing Pigeon Club. A fun hobby for the whole family. Call Art, 803-984-6678. artsager@ msn.com

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BOXER PUPPIES. 8 weeks old. Shots & worming up to date. CKC Registered. $1300 each. Call (704) 466-3135

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

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TWO MOUNTAIN VIEW LOTS. In Gated Community, 2.5 miles from Lake Lure. Investor Pricing. 864-909-1035.

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FOR RENT CLEVELAND COUNTY SMALL MOBILE HOME. Single person only. Electric heat & air, private lot. Deposit and background check. No pets.

Near Cleveland Mall. (704) 477-6355 LAUREL HILL APARTMENTS. Will be accepting applications for our 1 bedroom units on April 1, 2020 through May 31, 2020. The rents are based on thirty (30) percent of your monthly Gross Income (with even some expenses) for those who meet HUDs definition as Elderly, Handicap or Disabled. Equal Housing Opportunity. Shelby, NC 28152. laurelhill@darbydevelopment. com (704) 487-1114 MOVE IN SPECIAL. 2 & 3 Bedroom, deposit required. $190 weekly rates. Includes power and water. NO PETS. Visit us online at Oakwood Rentals, Shelby. Call (704) 473-4299

RUTHERFORD COUNTY 3BR, 2BA MOBILE. Large private lot, Hudlow Rd. Big view, deck, storage bldg. $650 month with lease. Refs required. 828-289-2407.

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