Volume 137 • Issue 16 Wednesday, April 16, 2025
Easter week tent revival
By Loretta Cozart
Area churches have announced a nightly community revival with evangelist Michael Mason at 6:30 pm through Easter Sunrise Service on April 20 across from Bethware Elementary School in Kings Mountain. Bring our friends for an Nightly music includes Laura Gibson and Friends, Kings Highway, Heaven Bound Trio, and Smalltown Sunday. David Baptist responded to the Facebook post saying, “What better way to prepare for Easter than to worship our Lord in revival? Is there someone you would like to invite? All are welcome. Come expecting a blessing!”
KM Ministerial Association to host
Annual Community Easter Sunrise service
The Kings Mountain Ministerial Association is hosting the annual Community Easter Sunrise Service at East Gold Street Wesleyan Church (701 East Gold Street) on Sunday, April 20th at 7:00 AM. Please join members of our community, as we celebrate the resurrection of our Savior and Lord Jesus Christ!
Kennedy says cause of rising Autism rates will be determined by September
Secretary of Health and Human Services
Robert F.
Kennedy Jr. pledged on April 10 to seek out experts globally to discover the reasons for the increasing rates of autism in the United States, according to reports from The New York Times, U.S. News and World Report, Fox News, The Washington Post, and The Seattle Times. He set a deadline for an answer that has eluded scientists for decades.
“We’ve launched a massive testing and research effort that’s going to involve hundreds of scientists from around the world,” Kennedy announced at a Cabinet meeting held by President Donald Trump.
“By September, we will know what has caused the autism epidemic, and we’ll be able to eliminate those exposures.” Autism diagnoses in
the United States have increased significantly since 2000, intensifying public concern. By 2020, the U.S. autism rate in 8-year-olds was 1 in 36, or 2.77%, up from 2.27% in 2018 and 0.66% in 2000, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
While the government has not released details of its plans, Kristyn Roth, chief marketing officer for advocacy group the Autism Society of America, questioned whether September would be an achievable target.
Calling rising rates of autism an epidemic is “incredibly irresponsible and deeply concerning,” Roth said, adding that it “encourages fear, paranoia” and stigmatizes the autism community.
“Autism is a lifelong developmental condition that affects people in many different ways,” Roth said.
Trump, in February, ordered the creation of a “Make America Healthy Again” Commission made up of Kennedy and other secretaries to look at everything from the rates of autism and asthma in children See KENNEDY, Page 5A
Kings Mountain celebrates Earth Day in a BIG way
By Loretta Cozart
Kings Mountain kicked off the city’s 2025 season with an unforgettable Earth Day celebration in partnership with the Kings Mountain Gateway Trail and Kings Mountain Special Events. The event, presented by Albemarle Corporation, transformed the Gateway Trail into a vibrant playground of adventure on Saturday, April 12, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Kids couldn't get enough of the new playground, and every available corner was buzzing with fun activities! There was something for everyone, from live zoo animals to an epic dinosaur experience with fossil digs, face painting, and a lively drum circle.
Little adventurers tried their hands at gem mining
Leadership Cleveland County visits Kings Mountain
By Loretta Cozart
Leadership Cleveland County visited Kings Mountain on April 8 for a day dedicated to exploring what makes Kings Mountain unique. The Cleveland County Chamber of Commerce’s Leadership Cleveland County program takes participants on a 10month journey filled with extensive leadership training, exceptional networking opportunities, and the skills needed to excel in any leadership role. This program is shaping the future of our region by empowering a group of professionals eager to make a difference.
Sarah Degnan, Albemarle’s Community Relations Manager, was among the participants. The Albemarle team hosted the group at the Albemarle Kings Mountain Proj-
ect Center, where they shared insights into the innovative work on-site, including lithium’s vital role in our daily lives, often in ways that may go unnoticed.
Additional sites visited during Leadership Cleveland’s tour included the Gateway Trail and historic downtown gems like the Joy Theater. The day was warm, so the class especially enjoyed their stop at The Sweet Station. They also experienced firsthand how Kings Mountain is a community rich in character, growth, and opportunity.
Mayor Rob Wagman, Assistant City Manager Matt Blackwell, and Police Chief Gerald Childress addressed the class and shared their vision for Kings Mountain’s exciting future.
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Mayor Rob Wagman and Judy Ford prepare for the butterfly release as citizens gather
Cindy Estridge welcomes Leadership Cleveland County to the Albemarle Project Center. Photo by Leadership Cleveland County
Leadership Cleveland County visited KM on April 8, visiting several downtown stops while in town.
■ OBITUARIES
Bob Jones
KINGS MOUNTAIN, NC
– Bob Jones went to be with his Lord and Savior on April 8th, 2025.
He was 86 years old. He is preceded in death by his father and mother, Clifford and Mary Jones, sister, Elsie Weathers, and brother, Max Jones. Bob is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Barbara, two sons, Brad and wife, Kim, and Bryan and wife, Carrie, and six grandchildren, Eric, Kristen, Julianna, Richard, Colton, and Brinkley.
Bob and Barbara are members of Central Methodist Church in Kings Mountain.
Bob was born in Lattimore, NC and raised in Shelby, NC. He loved sports and excelled in football, basketball, and baseball while attending Shelby High School. Immediately after graduating, he was offered a baseball contract by the Cleveland
Rebecca Michelle Heath
KINGS MOUNTAIN, NC
– Rebecca Michelle Heath, 35, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on April 11, 2025 at her home. She was born July 12, 1989 in Cleveland County, NC, and was preceded in death by a brother, Robert Michael Heath Jr. Known affectionately by her friends as “Becca” was saved at an early age at Eastside Baptist Church in Blacksburg, SC. She worked her entire life in the retail industry.
Dorothy “Dot Dot” Saunders Southwell
ROCK HILL, SC – Dorothy Saunders Southwell, 93, of Rock Hill, SC, passed away on April 8, 2025 at Westminster Presbyterian Center in Rock Hill. Born November 22, 1931 in Moore County, NC, she was the daughter of the late William P. and Elizabeth Plonk Saunders and was also preceded in death by her sister, Elizabeth Barnhardt.
Dorothy, affectionately known as “Dot Dot”, began attending Salem Academy in 1947 and graduated in 1950, the same year her family moved to Southern Pines, NC. She graduated from Queens College of Charlotte with a Bachelor’s Degree in Mathematics in 1954, and was elected
Indians, but instead chose to play baseball and basketball at Gardner-Webb University. In 1961, he signed with the San Francisco Giants organization while continuing his education at East Carolina University in the off-season.
In 1962, he was drafted into the United States Army. He served his country honorably for two years as a Military Policeman while stationed in Albuquerque, NM, where he met his future wife, Barbara. They married later in Fresco, CA, where he had rejoined the Giants organization.
After completing his degree, he was promptly hired as teacher and Head Football Coach of Holbrook High School in Lowell, NC. In 1970, one year after Ashley and Holbrook High Schools were consolidated, he became the Head Football Coach and Athletic Director at Kings Mountain High School. Throughout his career, he helped mold many young people as a Driver’s Education and Physical Education teacher, as well as coach of various sports including football, basketball, baseball, golf, and track. After retiring as Head Coach and Athletic Director, he remained involved by helping various teams, leagues, and youth as an assistant coach, tennis instructor, radio announcer, and umpire. Bob was honored to
Rebecca enjoyed people. Meeting new customers and being around people allowed her to enjoy her career fully. She enjoyed staying active and was a talented painter and crafter. Rebecca was constantly making new things to give to those she knew and loved. She was an avid reader and loved working with old furniture, bringing life back into forgotten treasures. Rebecca spent most of her time at home with her hobbies but did enjoy traveling with her mother and spending time with her father on shopping trips. She was a unique person, friendly to everyone and had many friends that she was faithful to. If you were Rebecca’s friend, you knew you were loved. She was a wonderful daughter, mother, sister and friend to so many and will be missed greatly by all those who knew and loved her.
She is survived by her son: Dekota Mac Runyon, Lincolnton, NC; parents: Sue Anne Mitchem and
President of the College Recreation Association for the 1953-1954 academic year. She also married Bob Southwell in 1954. They lived in Columbus, GA until Bob was sent to Baumholder, Germany as a Lieutenant in the United States Army. While in Germany, they welcomed a daughter, Sandy, in 1956, and when Bob was discharged later that year, the family moved to Rome, GA, where Bob was the General Manager of Rome Lincoln-Mercury Company. The family moved to Kings Mountain in 1960 when Bob bought the local Ford dealership. Dorothy was active in the First Presbyterian Church of Kings Mountain, where she served as President of
have his dedication to athletics memorialized with inductions into both the Kings Mountain and the Cleveland County Sports Halls of Fame.
In his later years, Bob became an avid reader, and enjoyed playing golf with his friends at Kings Mountain Country Club, attending ACC Tournaments with his sons and friends, and reuniting with his high school friends and their families each year. He was very involved in helping his family pursue their academic and athletic dreams.
He beamed with pride when talking about his family and would often say “I have had a blessed life”.
Memorial service was held on Saturday, April 12, 2025 at 2:00 P.M. at Central Methodist Church with Reverend Perry Hines officiating.
The family received friends immediately following the service in the Christian Activities Center at Central Methodist Church.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations in Bob’s memory be made to the Kings Mountain Touchdown Club at P.O. Box 2017 Kings Mountain, NC 28086 or a charity of donor’s choice.
Guest register is available at: www.harrisfunerals.com.
Harris Funeral Home and Cremation Services , Kings Mountain, NC is in charge of arrangements.
Mike Heath (Brandy Strickland) both of Kings Mountain, NC; siblings: Brian Cloninger, Kings Mountain, NC, Vickie Bowen (Eddie), Shelby, NC, Kim Callahan (Keith), Kings Mountain, NC, Bobby O’Brien (Bonnie) Lawndale, NC, Destinee Heath, Alyssa Heath, Hunter Strickland, and Taylor Strickland, all of Kings Mountain, NC and special Friend: Drew Coombs.
Funeral service is Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 3:00 PM at East Kings Mountain Church of God with Reverend John Heath officiating.
Visitation is Wednesday, April 16, 2025 from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Harris Funeral Home.
Interment is in Mountain Rest Cemetery, Kings Mountain, NC, Guest register is available at: www.harrisfunerals.com.
Harris Funeral Home and Cremation Services , Kings Mountain, NC is in charge of arrangements.
the Women of the Church for four years. When Bob retired in 1994, the family moved to Holden Beach, NC, where they remained until 2016, when Bob and Dorothy moved to Westminster Towers of Rock Hill, SC.
She is survived by her husband of 70 years: Bob Southwell of Rock Hill, SC; children: Sandy Southwell Codington (John) of Wilmington, NC and Steve Southwell (Jane) of Rock Hill, SC; grandchildren: Owen Codington, Elizabeth McGuire (Will), Rob Southwell (Margaret), , and Sally Berger (Brandon); great-grandchildren: John Howell McGuire, Moriah McGuire, Dottie McGuire, Hollis Berger, Wells Berger,
Marguerite Rose Turner
KINGS
MOUNTAIN,
NC - Marguerite Rose Turner, 83, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away peacefully on April 10, 2025 at her home.
She was born June 21, 1941 in Plaquemines Parrish, LA, daughter of the late John Clinton and Marguerite Eileen Slaybaugh Cowles and was preceded in death by her only sister, Ruth DeGerald.
Rose grew up in Louisiana and attended LSU and UNO where she earned a
Masters Degree from each university. After moving to Kings Mountain, Rose and her family became members of First Baptist Church where she attended faithfully. Rose loved her church family and was honored to serve as the church librarian.
Rose retired from the City of Kings Mountain after 21 years of dedicated service as the Library Administrator. During her tenure at Mauney Memorial, Rose worked to bring the library into the electronic age and over saw 2 expansions and many other programs. Her passion was reading and she was a talented writer. She served as the facilitator for the Veterans Group at the Patrick Senior Center and created a weekly news letter for the members. Rose especially loved the history surrounding World War II and was a font of knowledge on the subject. She enjoyed vegetable gardening and always grew beautiful flowers. Rose was a wonderful mother, grandmother, and friend to
On Wednesday, April 2nd, 2025, the Gaston County Police Department arrested Ivan Perez Garcia of Charlotte, North Carolina, during a drug trafficking investigation carried out by the Department’s Special Investigations Unit. Garcia was taken into custody in a parking lot in Gastonia, where Detectives seized 1.85 pounds of Methamphetamine. Garcia was charged with four counts of Trafficking Methamphetamine and one count of
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many throughout her life. Her love, kindness and contributions to the community and the citizens of Kings Mountain will forever be remembered. She is survived by her son: Jeffrey Turner and wife Julie, Kings Mountain, NC; grandsons: Clinton and Wesley Turner, both of Kings Mountain, NC; best friend and caregiver: Treni Lockhart, Kings Mountain, NC. Funeral service is Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 11:00 AM at First Baptist Church with Reverend Dr. John Sloan officiating. Visitation is Tuesday, April 22, 2025 from 10:00 AM to 10:50 AM prior to the service in the Stained Glass Room.
Interment will be held in Mountain Rest Cemetery, Kings Mountain, NC. Guest register is available at: www.harrisfunerals.com. Harris Funeral Home and Cremation Services , Kings ountain, NC is in charge of arrangements.
The Gastonia Police Department congratulated Sergeant Price and Officer Stegall on their recent graduation from the National Honor Guard Academy, a prestigious program that upholds the highest standards of ceremonial excellence and respect.
Officer Stegall had the honor of delivering the class speech, an address
and Sumner Southwell.
A graveside service was held on Monday, April 14, 2025 at 11:00 A.M. at Mountain Rest Cemetery with Reverend Elizabeth McGuire officiating. Interment was held in Mountain Rest Cemetery, Kings Mountain, North Carolina
In lieu of flowers, memorials in Dorothy’s memory may be made to First Presbyterian Church at 111 East Kings Street, 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.
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GPD Sergeant Price and Officer Stegall graduated from the National Honor Guard Academy. Photo by GPD
Easter Musical at Eastside Baptist Church on April 20
Eastside Baptist Church in Kings Mountain will present the Easter musical I surrender all arranged by Russell Mauldin on Easter Sunday morning (April 20) at 10:00 a.m. Easter fills us with awe. Our Savior’s unbelievable willingness to give His life for ours. Jesus’ life on earth was fully surrendered to the will of His Father which was to seek and to save the lost. Two thousand years ago our Savior went to the cross in the ultimate act of mercy and sacrifice. As His friends took His lifeless body down and placed it in a borrowed tomb, it looked as though He had been defeated, His promises unfulfilled, and His power overcome. But three days later, Jesus rose from the grave victorious!
Today, we have hope because of our Lord’s Resurrection! Join us this Easter Sunday as we journey to Calvary, to the empty tomb, from wonder to worship, and from adoration to the proclamation that Jesus lives! Because of this, there is life eternal for all who put their faith in our Savior who surrendered all for us!
Robbie Waldrop announces campaign for Gaston Co. Sheriff
On April 7, law enforcement officer and lifelong conservative Robbie Waldrop announced that he is seeking the Republican nomination for Gaston County Sheriff next year.
Upon announcing his campaign, Robbie Waldrop said, “Gaston County families need fresh ideas and new leadership in the Sheriff’s department. My promise is to always put the needs of Gaston County first. I’ve managed multi-million-dollar budgets before, and I’ll make sure that our tax dollars are spent responsibly. When it comes to collaborating with local law enforcement agencies, we’ll strengthen our relationships to always work hand in hand. As for the morale of our deputies, they will always feel appreciated. If you’d like to see a stronger Sheriff’s department, I’m asking for you to join me in this campaign.”
Attention, Young Professionals of Kings Mountain! It’s time to take action and connect with your peers. Join KM Forward – Next Level for our inaugural meeting on Monday, April 21, at 7 p.m. at The SOCIAL HOUSE by Royal T, at 212 S. Railroad Avenue. This is your opportunity to engage with ambitious young professionals aged 21-40 who are ready to make an impact. Don’t miss your chance to expand your network, share insights, and explore new collaborations that could elevate your career.
RSVP using the QR code NOW to guarantee your spot! Let’s make strides together and redefine what being a Young Professional in Kings Mountain means. For more information, call 704.259.8960. See you there!
Kings Mountain Easter Egg Hunts and community events
Robbie Waldrop with his wife, Jess. Photo from https:// www.waldropforsheriff.com
Robbie Waldrop, a lifelong resident of Gastonia, NC, has spent his life serving his community. A former standout basketball player, he earned a Division I scholarship to Winthrop University before finishing his college career as a record-setting scorer at Lees-McRae. After returning home, he worked as a teacher and coach before transitioning into law enforcement in 2004. Over the past two decades, Robbie has served as a K-9 Handler and Master Trainer,
SWAT Team Leader, Special Investigations Supervisor, and Patrol Captain. He now leads Gaston County’s 911 Operations Center. With a strong commitment to public safety, conservative values, and community service, Robbie is ready to bring his leadership and experience to the role of Sheriff. He lives in Gaston County with his wife, Jess, and their two dogs..
By Loretta Cozart
Easter is just around the corner, and families are seeking activities related to the Easter holiday. This year’s events offer something for everyone, including business professionals who want to gather and learn more about other local businesses. Here is a list of activities shared on Facebook that are planned throughout the community. If your event is not listed, send your event info lhcozart@ cccom.com for inclusion in next week’s paper.
April 18
• Join Summit Place of Kings Mountain on April 18 from 2-4 p.m. at 1001 Phifer Road in Kings Mountain for an afternoon of networking, delicious food, and family-friendly fun! Whether you’re looking to grow your business, make new connections, or simply enjoy a festive afternoon while learning more about our community and engaging with residents, this event is the perfect place to be! Interested in being a
Events
vendor or attending? Reserve your spot today! Reply to tyesha.peak@phoenixsrliving. com or contact us at 704-7396772 by April 11. Spaces are limited!
• American Legion Post 155, 601 E. Gaston Street, in Kings Mountain, at 6 p.m. 613 E. Gold Street.
April 19
• Spring Fest in downtown Kings Mountain by King’s City Church, Saturday, April 19 at 11:00 a.m. at Patriots Park.
• East Gold Street Wesleyan Church, at 101 E. Gold Street in Kings Mountain, will hold an Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 19, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. The event includes candy, snacks, games, and a devotion. Participants are asked to bring a flashlight because there will be glow-in-the-dark hunting!
• Galilee United Methodist Church, 117 Galilee Church Road in Kings Mountain, at 1 p.m.
• Patterson Grove Baptist Church, 301 Oak Grove Rd., Easter Egg Hunt, 10 a.m. –11:30 a.m.
• Midview Baptist Church, 703 Margrace Road, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 20
• Patterson Grove Baptist Church, 301
Rd., Sunrise Service and Breakfast at 7 a.m.
Mountain Ridge Baptist Church at 262 Sparrow Springs Road is hosting an Easter Egg Hunt on Sunday, April 20, at 11 a.m., for children up to 6th grade. • Destiny Church, 3723 York Hwy., Gastonia, will host a one Palm Sunday service in the Ministry Center parking lot followed by an Easter Egg hunt, which will be divided by age. There will also be live music, inflatables, a glow-in-the-dark Easter Egg Hunt, food trucks, games, and free candy.
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TODAY’S QUOTE:
The great gift of Easter is hope - Christian hope which makes us have that confidence in God, in his ultimate triumph, and in his goodness and love, which nothing can shake. – Basil Hume
Pieces of Kings Mountain History
Hayne Neisler has found another nugget of Kings Mountain history that ties a local man to a celebrity. Hayne recently posted on Facebook, “Kings Mountain’s connection to Elvis Presley. In 1958, Kings Mountain native Sgt. Glenn Barrett was a platoon leader in the 2nd Medium Tank Division at Ft. Hood, Texas.
condition somewhat akin to excitement.
Could the Herald help her? Everyone was bothering her to death to see the picture her army sergeant son had sent her. Would the Herald publish it? The Herald could and would, and there would be no engraving charge.
The photo subject, Sgt. Glenn A. Barrett, of Kings Mountain, with a recently added new “employee” Elvis Pressley, rock and roll singing star extraordinaire and currently an army private at Fort Hood, Tex.
Hayne’s post piqued an interest in finding the original Herald article to share with readers. The following story ran in the Kings Mountain Herald on Thursday, May 29, 1958.
Elvis Presly in Barrett
Unit
Kings Mountain Sergeant “Boss” To Singing Star A grandmother visited the Herald last week in a
Elvis, the modern-age successor to Frank Sinatra as the darling of the Bobby Sox set, was assigned to Barrett’s group with the second armored division at Fort Hood.
What kind of soldier is Elvis Presley?
“Best guy and best friend anyone could have,” was Sgt. Barrett’s comment in a letter to his mother,
Mrs. J. O. Vines. Mrs. Vines lives in a trailer off Piedmont Avenue behind Gault’s Store.
Twice a widow, Mrs. Vines is a native of White Plains, S. C., but has lived much of her life here. Sgt. Barrett is a son from her first marriage.
The Kings Mountain Army sergeant, a “pro”, will be eligible for retirement next year at the age of 39 but intends to build another ten years of duty to make his army hitch total - 30 years. He served in World War II and the Korean War and was assigned to duty outside the United States seven times. He is married and has two children.
Mrs. Vines says her son expects to visit her here soon.
But nothing was said about Elvis accompanying him.
Looking Back
In the December 9, 1965, Kings Mountain Herald, Southwell Ford offered a new 1966 Ford Mustang for sale for $2,228.00. According to the ad, the car was wellequipped but not stripped, and the only extra requirement was that the buyer pay the NC sales taxes.
According to the website USCars24Classics, there were no particularly outstanding changes from the previous year’s 1966 model year. And why would there have been, considering how successful the Mustang had already been anyway? In addition to upgrading the standard equipment, this model year had mostly cosmetic changes.
The five-gauge instrument panel, the upholstered sun visors, a decorative trim strip on the hood and the backup lights were now included with the standard equipment. The same was true for the side trim, but only for the coupe and the convertible, but not the fastback.
The front grill was changed just slightly, with the honeycomb pattern removed and replaced with a square pattern. The grill
emblem with the horse and corral was left, but the horizontal bar was removed. The simple side accent, made almost entirely of chrome in 1965, was enlarged somewhat for the 1966 model year, and three fingers were added. The gas cap and the wheel covers were also slightly revised.
The well-known styled steel wheel rims were now adorned with a chrome ring, which was hardly noticeable to the untrained eye. The only tire size available was 6.95 x 14 inches. A 13-inch tire could no longer be had. In the interior, the band speedometer borrowed from the Falcon was removed from the design and replaced by 5 5-dial dash cluster. An AM/FM radio and an AM/ eight-track sound system were offered. This was one of the first AM/FM devices to be installed in a car.
To do justice to the motto of the personalized Mustang, the selection of interior equipment and variations was increased to 34 possibilities. On the one hand, there would now be something for everyone, but on the other hand, it was even more difficult for the customer to de-
cide, and this would change again the following year.
Starting this year, the 289 K-code HiPo Mustang was finally available with a C4 automatic transmission. This improved transmission was slightly different from the normal C4 gearbox to meet the demands of the high-revving HiPo engine.
In 1966, Ford decided to produce a limited edition “High Country Special” Mustang to the delight of its customers. This model was sold only in the Denver district, which included not only the state of Colorado but also parts of Nebraska and Wyoming. A total of 333 “High Country Special” vehicles were produced in 1966, of which only 35 were convertibles.
The High Country Special was offered only in Columbine Blue, Aspen Gold, and Timberline Green.
What would the money invested in the vehicle be worth in 2025? According to the American Institute for Economic Research, the $2,228 spent is worth $21,571 today. That’s not a bad price for a classic 1966 Ford Mustang.
Stock Market Roller Coaster – Don’t Jump
You never undo your seat belt or jump from a moving roller coaster. Nor, should you when it comes to our current Stock market.
Eight years ago, if you bought a share of VOO or Vanguard S & P 500 ETF stock, you may have paid about $220 for the share. Today, as of this writing it’s worth $490.55. In other words, even with the fall of the stock market recently you have made good money on your investment. A couple of weeks back it was up to $560 which means you were flying high on your profit. Still yet, you have done well.
If you bought your share of VOO two weeks ago at $560 then you have lost $70, at least for now. You may lose some more but you have to hold tight. Don’t panic and sell now or you will have a loss. Ride it out and give the market time to settle down and rise again. If you have to cash in your stock then cash in while they are high.
Don’t invest your
grocery money in stock. This is the money you need every week for food, shelter, travel and overhead. This is not the money you spend on stock. If you do, then in two weeks you will have to sell your stock to eat and risk losing some of the money you invested. Only invest in stock what you don’t currently need for general living expenses. Who knows how the market will perform over the next few weeks. It’s going to be a few weeks or months before the tariffs really shape up as to what is really what. The reports are that numerous countries are coming to the table interested in making deals and playing fair with the United States. This will be good for us and them. As these deals stabilize look for the stock market to become more stable once again. If Japan, India, South Korea, Canada and Mexico all level the playing field with the United States our stock market will level out. If there are more reports of industry manufacturing coming to the United States the stock market will begin to rise again. Now may be a good time to buy but keep in mind the market may go down some more. If you bought VIG two weeks ago then you’ve already seen a significant drop. Keep in mind you only lose it if you sell it when the stock is down. I feel confident that the stock market will come back bigger and bolder than ever but it may take a few months or longer. The stock market has averaged making about ten percent over the last fifty years. This means it has had years when it made more and years when it made less. An average of ten percent is about the best you can do on your money over the long haul. Now is not the time to faint or jump from the roller coaster. Rely on your stable income such as Social Security, or any other stable income you may have. If you have a regular paying job you may want to stay with it a little while longer if you can and if you enjoy your work.
Dr. Glenn Mollette is the author of Uncommon Sense. Available wherever books are sold.
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Glenn Barrett and Elvis Presley (Photo Herald Archives)
Glenn Mollette Guest Editorial
1966 Mustang Southwell Ford ad. Photo from the Herald archives
Small Business Day May 10
By Loretta Cozart
This year, National Small Business Day will be celebrated on May 10. On this day, we honor self-employed individuals and those who have and continue to launch startups. We appreciate those with big ideas and the determination to bring them to life. The United States has always thrived on the spirit of entrepreneurship. It’s the land of dreams and opportunities, where anything is possible. The pursuit of aspirations has taken many forms throughout history, but none is quite as inspiring as the small businesses run by individuals with true grit and heart who have willed themselves to succeed. Their stories are encouraging because they represent what all of us could achieve. For over 50 years, the U.S. Small Business Administration has also celebrated National Small Business Week.
Small businesses have been at the heart of American life and the economy since the first settlers arrived. The idea of the self-made man emerged during this time, where the virtuous pioneer built a home and a life for his family despite overwhelming odds. Many colonists lived on small farms in remote rural areas and had to be self-sufficient, relying on their wilderness surroundings for sustenance. They often made essential items at home.
In the early days, all businesses were small-scale, as
can be seen in Kings Mountain’s history. The train stopped and unloaded merchandise in the 200 block of present-day Battleground Avenue. Mauney Brothers, Kiser & Plonk, and others took advantage of the railroad’s proximity to stock their stores to replenish their merchandise.
Downtown even had a buggy shop on that same block. Eventually, those services moved, but by that time, downtown Kings Mountain had firmly cemented its place in the community as a center of commerce, socialization, and dining. It remains the same today, 151 years later.
According to the Small Business Association, trade in both crops and services helped the economy thrive, but transporting goods from one location to another was time-consuming. Automation did not exist, and banks as we know them today had not yet been established. Fast forward to the 1800s, and a new America emerged, marked by large-scale economic activity and manufacturing. As the number of affluent Americans grew, so did the demand for goods. Modern corporations employing thousands of workers fueled this booming economy, posing challenges for small businesses to keep pace. In the 20th century, a full circle moment occurred when large corporations faced stiff competition from businesses overseas. During this period, America’s small businesses rose to the challenge. As
small businesses flourished, so did the U.S. economy.
More people became interested in entrepreneurship, and transforming an idea into a business became a realistic goal. Startups emerged, and venture capital financing gained momentum.
Today, the U.S. has over 32.5 million small businesses—ranging from mom-and-pop shops to establishments that provide jobs for entire communities. America would not be the same without its small businesses. Mark your calendar for Saturday, May 10, and take time to support our small businesses by shopping with them and using their services.
Funds running thin at WeightWatchers
WeightWatchers, also known as WW International, is preparing to file for bankruptcy in the coming months. This move is part of a plan to transfer control of the business to its creditors.
Reports from The Wall Street Journal, Reuters, and USA Today indicate that WeightWatchers will soon file for bankruptcy. On April 9, the company's shares dropped nearly 59% to 18 cents. Weight
Watchers has struggled to compete with popular weight-loss drugs like Wegovy from Novo Nordisk.
In 2023, WeightWatchers bought the subscription-based telehealth platform Sequence to expand into obesity drug prescriptions. Despite trading as high as $100 in 2018, A 61-year-old company, WeightWatchers' stock lost most of its value last year due to revenue declines, liquidity concerns, and ce-
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lebrity shareholder Oprah Winfrey's decision to exit its board.
The company is currently negotiating with lenders and bondholders. These restructuring discus-
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“There’s got to be something artificial out there that’s doing this,” Trump told Kennedy at the meeting. “There will be no bigger news conference than when you come up with that answer.”
Scientists have been researching for decades what genetic or environmental factors might contribute to autism, but the causes of most cases remain unclear. Scientists who have worked for decades to find a cause greeted Kennedy’s predicted timeline skeptically.
They said that a single answer would be difficult to identify in a field of possible contributors, including pesticides, air pollution, and maternal diabetes.
They say the major drivers of the increase in U.S. autism rates are an expanded definition that includes more types of behaviors as well as more widespread awareness and diagnosis.
An extensive new study this week added to evidence that diabetes during pregnancy is linked with an increased risk of brain and nervous system problems in children, including autism.
Kennedy has long promoted a debunked link between vaccines and autism despite scientific evidence to the contrary.
“We’re going to look at vaccines, but we’re going to look at everything. Everything is on the table: our food system, our water, our air, different ways of parenting, all the kind of changes that may have triggered this epidemic,” Kennedy later told Fox News.
There are multiple studies already underway on autism, a neurodevelopmental condition that affects how a person’s brain functions.
The U.S. Centers for Dis-
sions are unrelated to the market meltdown and foreign trade tensions caused by the Trump administration's tariff announcement. WeightWatchers CEO Sima Sistani stepped down abruptly in September after two years, during which she promoted weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy. Sistani led the company to buy the telehealth platform, which links patients with doctors who prescribe these medications. Despite these efforts, WeightWatchers' shares have dropped over 90% in 2024.
WeightWatchers did not immediately respond to a request for comment.
ease Control and Prevention (CDC) was planning a large study into potential connections between vaccines and autism, Reuters reported last month.
Democrats in the U.S. House of Representatives sent Kennedy a letter last week criticizing the hiring of discredited vaccine skeptic David Geier to examine the links. Maryland fined Geier for practicing medicine without a license and prescribing dangerous treatments to autistic children.
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is preparing a multimillion-dollar research program examining the causes of autism that would also examine the link between autism and the measles, mumps, and rubella vaccine, The Washington Post reported last week.
The CDC and NIH are both overseen by Kennedy’s Department of Health and Human Services (USDHHS). A department spokesperson did not immediately respond to a request for comment.
Kennedy has a long history of promoting falsehoods on autism, especially concerning vaccines, said Colin Killick, executive director of the Autistic Self Advocacy Network.
“With this latest announcement, it seems that he is forging ahead with rushing out misinformation to the public about the supposed causes of autism that cannot possibly be backed by actual science,” said Killick.
Dr. Philip Landrigan, a pediatrician and expert on environmental toxins, pointed to the current mass layoffs and cutbacks for research at Kennedy’s Department of Health and Human Services as one other reason for doubting such quick progress.
she reprised the role of Virginia Sal, consort to Major Patrick Ferguson at the Battle of Kings Mountain. Pictured L-R: Woody Edwards, Jim Mason, Mary Grace Keller, Barbara Huffman de Belon, Loretta Cozart, Susan Mosk, and Reg Alexander. Photo by Kip Cozart
Life’s Big Questions: Why Am I Here?
Pastor Stephen Littlejohn Battleground Community Church
If you missed the other articles, we have considered how we and others look at life and answer life’s big questions. We looked first at the big question: Who am I? Christians see all people, no matter who they are, as image bearers of God with intrinsic dignity and honor. We are not evolved clumps of cells with no purpose but designed
by our creator with a purpose. Who we are naturally leads us to another big question: Why am I here anyway? Again, different answers are in polar opposition to each other. How does the world answer this question? The world tells us that we exist to consume and enjoy ourselves, for this is it, so we must make the best of it. Of course, this view of life is constantly consuming but never satisfied. This view sees people as something we use to achieve our purpose. When someone fails to help them, they’re done with the relationship. However, Christianity couldn’t be more different. Col. 1:16-18 says, “...
all things were created through him and for him.” Those who follow Jesus Christ see all of life as putting him on display. Jesus is preeminent in our lives, motives, attitudes, and actions. Can you see the difference in a Christian’s answer to this big life question? What are we? We don’t exist to use and consume things and people, but we desire to bring glory and honor to Jesus Christ and see how we love and serve others.
In Luke 12:16-21, Jesus told a sobering story about a rich man who spent his life pursuing prosperity and accumulating wealth. His answer to life’s big questions was to work hard
so that he could lay back, eat, drink, and be merry one day. How did this work out for him? One night, the Lord came for him and said, “This night your soul is required of you, and the things you have prepared, whose will they be?” This story’s point reminds us that our purpose is not present accumulation but future investment. So, friends, let us turn to Christ and pursue a life lived for His glory, putting Jesus Christ, our risen King, on display in both simple and profound ways, for God’s glory is our purpose.
Kings Mountain Area Church Directory
St. Paul United Methodist Church N. Cansler Street 704-739-1256
Sunrise Baptist Church 208 Mail Road 704-692-3007
Temple Baptist Church
First Wesleyan Church
505 N. Piedmont Ave. • Kings Mountain, NC
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
Baptist Church Compact School Road
704-739-4516
Mt. Zion Baptist Church
220 N. Watterson Street
704-739-8354
New Beginnings Church of Jesus Christ 541 Crocker Road
704-730-9507
New Bynum Chapel
AME
Zion Church N. Cansler Street
704-739-2606
New Camp Creek
Baptist Church 863 New Camp Creek Ch. Road
704-487-7128
New Life Family
Worship Center 428 Oak Grove Road 704-739-9371
Baptist Church 105 Waco Road
704-724-0414
Oak Grove Baptist Church 1022 Oak Grove Road
704-739-4833
Oak View Baptist Church 1517 York Road
704-739-7831
Pathway Baptist Church
3100 Parkdale Circle
704-734-0852
Patterson Grove
Baptist Church
301 Oak Grove Road 704-739-5826
Penley’s Chapel Church 1805 N Piedmont Ave
704-524-4139
Peoples Baptist Church 1010 Groves Street 704-739-0398
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
612 N. Cansler Street 704-739-4716
The Favor Center Church 602 Slater Street
True Gospel Holiness Church 1608 Shelby Road 704-739-6764
Unity AME Zion Church 948 Unity Church Road 704-228-0328
Vestibule AME Zion Church 2175 Vestibule Church Road 704-739-7961
Westover Baptist Church 114 Westover Drive
Advent Lutheran Church, NALC Member 230 Oak Grove Rd. 704-750-0171
Anew Beginning Baptist Church 415 Dixon School Rd. 704-473-1372
Ardent Life Church 420 Branch Street 704-739-7700
Arise Church 830 E. King St.
Bethlehem Baptist Church 1017 Bethlehem Road 704-739-7487
Boyce Memorial ARP Church Edgemont Drive 704-739-4917
Calvary Way Holiness Church 1017 Second Street Pastor Clifton Morgan
Carson Memorial Baptist Church 262 Sparrow Springs Road 704-739-2247
Central 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
Christ The King Catholic Church 714 Stone Street 704-487-7697
Concord United Methodist Church 2404 Tryon Courthouse Rd. Bessemer City, NC 704-629-3571
Cornerstone Church Of God 202 Margrace Road 704-739-3773
Cornerstone Independent Baptist 107 Range Road 704-737-0477
SCENES FROM KM EARTH DAY
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Friends of Crowder Mountain Upcoming Trail Work Sat., April 19
The Friends of Crowders Mountain invite you to continue to help with trail work to restore your hurricane-impacted park on Saturday, April 19th 2025. There’s a lot to do! Meet at the Sparrow Springs Visitor Center, 522 Park Office Lane, Kings Mountain, NC at 8:30 a.m. for refreshments, fellowship, and meet the trail crew leaders. Water, snacks, work gloves, safety glasses, insect repel-
lant, and tools will be provided. Dress appropriately for outdoor work and bring any necessary medications. Event is weather dependent. See //www.facebook.com/ friendsofcrowders/ or www. friendsofcrowders.com; Email: friendsofcrowders@ gmail.com or Phone: 704-730-8295. If there are questions, contact the park office at 704-8535375.
like Wally the camel and a bouncy kangaroo! Of course, the grand moment of Earth Day was the butterfly release, kicked off by Mayor Rob Wagman. Children gathered, butterflies in hand, ready to release them. As the sun warmed those delicate creatures, they fluttered into the sky, ready to spread joy and pollinate our beautiful planet. What a fantastic day filled with joy, laughter, and a sense of community! The Gateway Trail is available year-round for your enjoyment, as your next adventure at the Gateway Trail awaits.
Lou the T-Rex visits with the children.
Wally the Camel says Hello!
The children welcome the dinosaur as it emerges from its
Food Lion distributed water.
Children pet the dinosaur. Photos by Starr Dowell
The crowd gathers to celebrate spring and Earth Day at The Gateway Trail.
Under a canopy of trees, the crowd celebrates Earth Day.
N.C. Forest Service and Cleveland County lift burning ban
burn ban restrictions across the state,” said Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler.
“However, we are still in the midst of spring wildfire season, and our recent wildfire activity, especially in Western North Carolina, reminds us to remain vigilant about burning safely and responsibly.”
was lifted on April 2. Over the last two months, wildfires have burned thousands of acres in nearby Polk, Rutherford, and Gaston counties, leading the governor to declare a state of emergency in 34 Western North Carolina counties. The NCFS issued a ban on all fires.
“We’ve received some well-timed, much-needed rain over the last couple of days, which has helped reduce fire danger, allowing us to lift
The lifting of the burn ban does not apply to fires starting within 100 feet of an occupied dwelling. The local fire marshal has the authority to issue or lift a burn ban that occurs within 100 feet.
As of 8 a.m., Wednesday, April 2, burn permits are again available statewide. Residents can obtain a burn permit from any authorized permitting agent or online at https://apps.ncagr.gov/burnpermits/. All burn permits granted before the statewide burn ban were canceled when
the ban became effective. A new valid permit must be obtained for future burnings.
Residents with questions about their specific county can contact their local NCFS county ranger or fire marshal’s office. To find contact information for your local NCFS county ranger, visit https://www.ncforestservice. gov/contacts.
The North Carolina Department of Agriculture reminds residents that careless debris burning is the leading cause of wildfires in North Carolina. Before filling out an open burning permit application, please familiarize yourself with the air quality regulations and general information related to open burning.
Follow State Burning Guidelines Before burning, familiar-
ize yourself with the state’s guidelines. The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (NCDEQ) provides detailed information about open burning regulations in North Carolina. Here are the key points:
• Prohibited Materials: Burning trash, non-vegetative materials, and certain other items is illegal.
• Allowable Burning: Leaves, branches, and other plant growth can be burned under specific conditions.
• Regulations and Amendments: The document outlines various amendments to the open burning rule, including restrictions on burning stumps and logs over 6 inches in diameter and the transport of vegetative matter for burning.
• Penalties: Violators of the open burning regula-
tions can face fines of up to $25,000 or more.
• Conditions for Burning: Specific conditions must be met for burning to be allowed, such as distance from occupied buildings and frequency of burning. Tips for Safe Debris Burning
• Don’t burn on dry, windy days.
• Check to see if weather changes are expected. Outdoor burning should be postponed if shifts in wind direction, higher winds, or wind gusts are forecast.
• Before burning, establish wide control lines down to bare mineral soil at least five feet wide around any burn barrels and even wider around brush piles and other piled debris to be burned. The larger the debris pile, the wider the control line needed to ensure
that burning materials won’t be blown or rolled off the pile into vegetation outside the line.
• Stay with all outdoor fires until they are completely out.
• Keep water and hand tools ready if your fire attempts to spread.
• Stay abreast of wildfire danger levels and heed warnings. For fire prevention tips, visit its Fire Safety Outdoors web page at https:// www.ncagr.gov/divisions/ nc-forest-service/fire-control-and-prevention/fire-safety-outdoors.
To report a smoke issue, call your regional Division of Air Quality office. The Mooresville Regional Office supports Cleveland County and can be reached at (704) 235-2100.
King of Kings: Victory Over the Mountain debuted in Patriots Park
By Loretta Cozart
Kings Mountain's first outdoor drama in Patriots Park took place on Friday, April 11, at 7 p.m. The play was written by former English teacher and playwright Jeremey Homesley and produced by www. projectlocalinc.com.
A shower arrived just 30 minutes before the play’s debut was set to begin, followed by a stunning double rainbow, which signaled good fortune for the evening. Fortunately, the rain wasn't as heavy as the downpours we've experienced recently. Despite the weather, 40 attendees brought their folding chairs and settled in just before the show commenced.
This production takes the historical account of the Battle of Kings Mountain and addresses questions historians have asked for generations. One such question is why Major Patrick Ferguson chose to fight at Little Kings Mountain. It was a place often used for hunting and would have been well known by local hunters. Sadly, Ferguson’s true motives may never be known.
Homesley’s interpretation of the Battle of Kings Mountain comes after much research for his role as Major Patrick Ferguson in Liberty Mountain. Much has been written about this battle, but questions linger.
Homesley and his cast share the challenges the local settlers faced with war raging around them and the sacrifices many
made. People choose their paths for various reasons, and depending on new circumstances, one might have decided to switch allegiance for reasons unknown to present-day historians.
For those familiar with the Battle of Kings Mountain, the epic tale of local fighters during this Revolutionary War battle is well known. Many learned about the Battle of Kings Mountain in school. Each year on October 7, the Col. Frederick Hambright DAR Chapter and Kings Mountain National Military Park recount this story.
However, some locals continue to ask the question, “Why do we continue to share this story year after year? The answer is simple: because it is our story. Many area citizens are descendants of the 990 Patriots who fought in this battle.
Sadly, it is also a significant event that has been overlooked by historians outside of our area, primarily because many notable Southern Revolutionary War successes were marginalized after the Civil War.
However, this story’s historical significance was not overlooked by Thomas Jefferson, the second president of the United States. In a letter to John Campbell, dated November 10, 1822, Thomas Jefferson shared his thoughts on the Battle of Kings Mountain.
He wrote, “I remember well the deep and grateful impression made on the minds of everyone by that
memorable victory. It was the joyful annunciation of that turn of the tide of success which terminated the Revolutionary War, with the seal of our independence. … History has consecrated and will forever preserve us in the faithful annals of a grateful country.” (https://philnorf.tripod.com/letterof.htm)
One often wonders if America remembers the magnitude of this small battle. One must understand that on Little Kings Mountain, now the Kings Mountain National Military Park, the entire left flank of Cornwallis’ army was wiped out. The Loyalists suffered 290 killed, 163 wounded, and 668
captured. The Patriot militia only suffered 28 dead and 60 wounded.
More significantly, just one year and twelve days later, Cornwallis’ sword was surrendered to George Washington at Yorktown, ending the American Revolution.
It comes down to Thomas Jefferson’s letter, which supports the significance of the Battle of Kings Mountain's role in our Nation’s Independence.
Thomas Jefferson hoped this battle would be preserved in our nation’s annals. Sadly, it is not. Our nation’s history depends upon our citizens knowing it. We must per-
petuate this history whenever possible to ensure that our children and their children will not forget the sacrifices of our ancestors in this place. If it takes repetition to understand the significance, then repeat, repeat, repeat.
In the meaantime, bring your family to see King of Kings: Victory Over the Mountain before the last show on Friday. The cast does a marvelous job and should be commended for sharing the story with new generations. If repetition is what it takes to ensure the nation remembers this
battle, then so be it. The play is performed entirely for free because of Project Local NC’s partnership with the City of Kings Mountain’s Tourism and Development Authority, Liberty Mountain, and the Kings Mountain Little Theatre. Project Local Inc. is a certified educational support charity and verified 501(c)(3) nonprofit in Cherryville,
Virginia Sal (Mary Grace Keller) observes Major Patrick Ferguson as he handles the backwoods banditti, a phrase he used to describe local settlers. Here, she sis handing one of Fergusons’ dogs.
Patriots and the British heavy into battle. (Photos by Susan Mosk)
Rumors of British atrocities startle the community. (Photos by Susan Mosk)
• Start with the soil. Soil can serve as the starting point each spring. Winter can take its toll on a garden and even overwhelm the area with debris over the colder months. Clear rocks and other debris from the area before loosening the soil. The Farmer’s Almanac recommends loosening soil to a depth of at least eight inches if planting a new garden. An existing garden may only need to be loosened to a depth of around six inches, after which homeowners can mix compost into the soil in early spring. Compost is organic matter that provides nutrients and helps to build strong plant roots.
• Consider a raised garden in colder climates. The Farm-
er’s Almanac notes raised gardens can help homeowners in colder climates dry out and warm up wet, cold soils more quickly. Homeowners in such regions also can cover their beds with black plastic or cardboard prior to planting. Doing so can protect the beds from late-season snow and spring rains and also helps to overcome erosion.
• Take soil temperatures. Unpredictable weather is among the noticeable effects of climate change in recent years. That lack of predictability can make spring planting a little more tricky than it once was. Experts note that soil temperatures around 50 F are best for cool-season
crops, while soil should be 60 F or warmer when planting warm-weather plants such as tomatoes.
• Work with a garden center to identify what to plant. The right plants for one region may not be ideal for another, so homeowners are urged to work with a local landscaper or garden center before planting. Such a consultation can be especially useful for homeowners planting a new garden. Landscapers and garden center professionals will know which plants work in the local climate.
• Consider planting vegetables in the spring. Various garden experts note that spring is an ideal time to plant
Spring planting pointers
a vegetable garden. If planted at the right time, a vegetable garden can save homeowners money on their grocery bills and provide a season’s worth of fresh veggies. Lettuce and spinach are sun- and shadefriendly vegetables, which can make them good options for a spring garden. Cool-season root vegetables, which include beets, carrots and swiss chard, are some other notable veggies that can thrive in early spring.
Spring is a season of rejuvenation for gardens. That’s even more true when homeowners consider some conventional planting wisdom in early spring.
Tips for the gardening beginner
Spring is a time of year when change is in the air. Trees are budding, plants are flowering, and homes laden with dark or heavy fabrics and clutter could use some lightening up. Spring cleaning projects are popular this time of year as residents take inventory of their living spaces and aim to declutter, clean and increase efficiency. Some people find the prospect of getting organized overwhelming. Here are some tips that can help anyone master spring cleaning.
• Create a plan. Make a checklist and establish a cleaning plan of attack. Focus on areas that are not regularly cleaned, as they probably need a little attention.
• Assemble your cleaning kit. Spring cleaning can be slowed down considerably if you don’t have all of your equipment at the ready. Items to have on hand include an all-purpose cleaner, concentrated cleaner, microfiber cloths, paper towels, mop, vacuum, dusters, and a squeegee. Adjust your equipment based on the task at hand.
• Curate your cleaning playlist. Create a playlist with songs that will get you moving and motivated to clean.
cleaner on a warm, dry day so that windows can be opened and cross breezes will help dry the damp rug.
• Clean windows. Wash windows inside and out and utilize their screens to help brighten indoors spaces.
• Deep clean the kitchen. Clean out and disinfect the refrigerator by wiping
• Work from top to bottom. Work efficiently by cleaning shelves, ceiling fans and other elevated items first, as dust and debris will trickle
Wood floor cleaning guide
How to establish a peaceful backyard retreat
Backyards have undergone quite a transformation over the last decade-plus. The days when patios and decks were all a backyard living space had to offer are largely a thing of the past, as homeowners have realized just how valuable it can be to commit to a stunning backyard.
pristine as possible.
• Remove shoes. It’s a good idea to remove shoes, particularly heels, when walking on wood floors. Sharp heels, cleats and other shoes can scratch or dent wood flooring. All shoes can track in excess dirt, which can contribute to a lack of luster as well.
• Sweep or vacuum frequently. The experts at The Spruce suggest sweeping, vacuuming or dust mopping wood floors daily. Dirt and dust make floors more slippery, and dirt or sand particles can lead to scratches on the floor.
• Learn your flooring type. Wood flooring is broken down into three main categories: solid hardwood flooring, engineered hard-
wood flooring and laminate wood flooring. Traditional hardwood is made of planks or strips of any hardwood covered in a wood stain. Engineered flooring is manufactured by gluing together several thin plies of hardwood. Laminate flooring looks like wood but generally is a veneer or a photographic image of wood covered by a thick layer of melamine resin over fiberboard.
• Skip harsh cleansers. Regardless of flooring type, most are covered by a sealant that can become streaky or dull if the wrong cleanser is used. Avoid chlorine bleach, ammonia, pine oil, or undiluted vinegar. Instead, choose a cleanser that is specifically recommended for the flooring type. Do not allow water or solutions to sit on the floor, as that can contribute to staining and warping. With laminate flooring, avoid wet mopping unless the flooring is specifically marked as being able
to be wet. The underlayers of laminate flooring can warp if it gets wet.
• Damp is better than wet. When cleaning wood flooring, use a damp rather than a soaking wet mop.
Better Homes & Gardens says standing water can damage wood surfaces.
• Use the hard floor setting. When vacuuming, adjust the vacuum to a hard flooring setting, which will not engage the brush rollers on the vacuum head. Rollers can scratch wood and laminate flooring, advises The Home Depot.
• Use repair products as needed. Scratch and repair kits can fill in small scratches. Wood floor polish and wood waxes also can revitalize worn floors. Again, check that the product is safe for your particular flooring before use. Wood floors bring warmth to a home and are very popular. Cleaning them correctly can add to their appeal and longevity.
The basics of fertilizing a lawn
Spring marks the return of lawn and garden season. Lawns often bear the brunt of winter’s wrath, so spring is a great time to nurse them back to health, and fertilizing can be an essential component of that process.
Fertilizing a lawn can be intimidating. An array of fertilizers, with each seemingly designed to address a different issue, can make homeowners’ heads spin when visiting their local lawn and garden center. However, fertilizing is a very simple task that any homeowner can tackle. In fact, fears about fertilizing are often unfounded and can be overcome
TIPS
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you forget about the garden if it is too far away? Ideally,
with some basic knowledge of the process.
• Identify which type of grass is in the yard. The home improvement experts at HGTV note that turfgrass is divided into two categories: cool-season grass and warm-season grass. A local lawn and garden center can help homeowners identify which type of grass is in the yard, and this often depends on location. Fescue, bluegrass and perennial ryegrass are some examples of cool-season grasses, while Bermuda, bahia, St. Augustine, and zoysia are considered warm-season grasses. Identifying which type of grass is in
the garden should be located where it will get at least six to eight hours of sun each day. There also should be a water source nearby. The spot also should be conve-
the lawn is important because that will indicate when to fertilize. Cool-season grasses are typically best fertilized in early spring, while warm-season lawns can benefit from an application just before especially warm temperatures arrive.
• Survey the lawn to identify which spreader to use. A small yard or a thriving lawn with only a few bald or unsightly patches may not need a full application of fertilizer. In such instances, a hand spreader can suffice. For larger lawns and areas, a broadcast spreader is the ideal option. Spreaders have multiple settings, and the
nient so that it is easy to go and pick vegetables or prune flowers. Start small
If you’re new to gardening, begin with a small garden footprint so that you can get your feet wet. A raised garden bed can be a good starting point because it is contained and easy to maintain. As your experience (and garden) grows,
The real estate experts at Zillow estimate that homes with backyard features such as outdoor televisions, outdoor showers and outdoor kitchens command 3.1 percent more than expected upon reaching the market. If 3.1 percent doesn’t sound like a lot, it actually equates to nearly $11,000 on a typical home. But there’s more to gain than money when converting a backyard space into a relaxing respite. Such spaces can provide a welcoming escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life, all the while giving homeowners and residents a comfortable space to soak in the great outdoors. With that in mind, homeowners can take the following steps to establish a peaceful backyard retreat.
• Refresh the landscape. Even if your vision is centered on outdoor furniture and a space that accommodates movie nights under the stars, it’s still best to refresh the existing landscape if it needs a little upkeep.
Overgrown trees, hedges and bushes can create the same cluttered vibe that dominates interior spaces overrun with items. If necessary, work with a local tree service or landscape architect to trim, or even re-
fertilizer package will indicate which setting to utilize when using the product.
• Test the soil prior to purchasing fertilizer. The lawn experts at Pennington® note that a simple soil test can reveal soil pH and phosphorous and potassium levels. Soil tests can be purchased at most home improvement stores and lawn and garden centers, and they can help homeowners determine which fertilizer will
you can add to the garden size the next time around. Amend the soil
It’s possible but unlikely that the soil in the backyard is the perfect mix to grow healthy plants. It’s more likely that the garden will need some soil modification. You can test the soil makeup with do-it-yourself kits or work with a garden center. A garden typically
move, trees and hedges that are crowding the backyard and making it feel claustrophobic or giving it an unkempt look. Aim for a landscape that affords a balance of sun and shade so the space is as comfortable as possible throughout the day.
• Set up multiple gathering spaces, if possible. Once a backyard retreat is established, everyone who calls the property home might find the space hard to resist. Keep this in mind when planning the space and aim to set up multiple gathering spaces. An outdoor kitchen with a nearby dinner table can be a great space to enjoy al fresco dining, but a separate area to read a book or watch a movie or ballgame can make the space more versatile. Some may want to relax away from the noise of the grill area, and multiple gathering spaces ensures there’s always a peaceful spot to unwind out back.
• Add a water feature. Running water has a way of calming the nerves, and that’s good to keep in mind when planning a backyard retreat. Water features run the gamut from garden ponds to koi ponds to foun-
most benefit their lawns.
• Water the lawn prior to fertilizing. The experts at Scotts® recommend a good watering a few days prior to fertilizing a lawn. Such an approach ensures the soil is ready to accept the fertilizer once it’s applied.
tains to hot tubs. Homeowners can identify which feature best aligns with their idea of relaxation and then work with a landscape architect to ensure it’s installed in their backyard oasis.
• Don’t forget shade. Temperatures are rising in many areas of the globe, and that’s worth noting when planning a backyard retreat. Even the most ardent sun worshippers likely won’t want to be exposed to the sun at all times when relaxing in their backyards. Strategically chosen means of providing shade can make spaces enjoyable all day long. Consider umbrellas, gazebos, pergolas, and even retractable awnings to cover patios and decks when the sun is at its highest each afternoon. If you plan to spend ample time in the grass, make that more enjoyable by planting shade trees, which also can protect the grass from drought and make it more comfortable underfoot. A relaxing backyard retreat can make for an ideal space to escape the hustle and bustle of daily life.
• Follow the instructions carefully. Detailed instructions are typically provided on fertilizer product packaging. Once homeowners have identified and purchased the product they need, they can simply follow the instructions on the packaging, including how and when to water after application, which can make fertilizing less intimidating.
requires a mix of compost to add nutrients to the dirt; peat moss or coconut coir to help with water retention and to make the soil lighter; and vermiculite that helps to retain water. A compost bin set up at the same time as the garden allows gardeners to continually produce nutrient-rich food to add to the garden.
Plant starter guide
Fertilizing in spring can help a lawn recover from the previous summer and winter, ensuring it’s lush and green when summer entertaining season arrives.
It’s best to keep a few things in mind when planning the garden. Think about what will grow well in your climate. Consider how big the garden will be and the size of mature plants. A small garden will not be able to accommodate corn, for example. Also, how would you like the space to look and what will be its function? Is this a purely aesthetic garden or one that will be food-bearing?
Start seeds inside If you’ll be starting a garden from seeds, it’s best to start indoors before your region’s frost-free date. This way the delicate plants will get the needed care and can establish before they go outdoors in the ground. Keep them humid by covering the seedlings in plastic wrap. You can start the seeds in different containers, even empty egg cartons. Transplant to larger containers after the seedlings grow a second set of leaves. Once you’re free from overnight frost, you can place the established, strong seedlings in the ground. An automatic watering system, such as a timer hooked up to the sprinkler, can keep the garden well watered, which increases the chances of success. Then it will only be a matter of weeks before the garden can be enjoyed throughout the season.
Fun for the Whole Family on May 17th
Cleveland County Health Department to host Summer Days, Healthy Ways event
The Cleveland County Health Department will be hosting the second annual Summer Days, Healthy Ways event on Saturday, May 17th from 11:00 am – 2:00 pm on their campus located at 200 S Post Rd, Shelby.
Summer Days, Healthy Ways is a fun, family friendly event with inflatables, minigolf, face painting, balloon art, sweet treats, free food, giveaways, raffles and more. The raffle will include a free Apple watch and two children’s bikes.
Many community-based organizations will be present to share information and provide free giveaways and education on local resources to help keep children and families healthy this summer and beyond.
Health department staff will be available to provide free blood pressure and diabetes screenings for adults and school required immunizations for stu-
dents. Insurance, including Medicaid, will be billed, if available, for immunizations. Immunizations will be provided at no cost for uninsured or underinsured students. Health department staff will also be available to complete NC Health Assessment Forms for rising pre-k and kindergarteners, or students new to NC schools for a flat fee of $25. This is a great opportunity to get your child ready for next school year now before lines are long and appointments are limited. No appointment is necessary during this event.
“This event provides an opportunity for families to get out, get active, and spend quality time together in an affordable way,” says DeShay Oliver, Deputy Health Director for the Cleveland County Health Department. “It also helps connect families with many resources that are available to them in our community that they may not know
LEGAL NOTICE
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND
NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS
Having qualified on 20th of March, 2025 as Executrix of the Estate of SHIRLEY CAPPS DREWERY (24 E 830), deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned, Amanda Susanne Moore, Executrix on or before the 26th of June, 2025 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned
This the 26th day of March, 2025.
Amanda Susanne Moore, Executrix Estate of Shirley Capps Drewery 3309 Polkville Rd Shelby, NC 28150
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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Having qualified as the Administrator over the Estate of Thomas Michael Pack, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against said Estate to present them, duly verified, to the undersigned on or before July 18th, 2025, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said Estate will please make immediate settlement with the undersigned estate administrator. This is the 16th of April, 2025. 24-E 941
Gregory S. McIntyre, Administrator MCINTYRE ELDER LAW
112 S Tryon Street, Ste 700 Charlotte, NC 28284
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PUBLIC NOTICE
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK
In the Matter of the Estate of:
RUSSIA ELIZABETH STEWART, Deceased
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Having qualified on the 2nd day of April, 2025, as Executor of the Estate of Russia Elizabeth Stewart deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against the decedent to exhibit the same to the undersigned Executor on or before the 11th day of July, 2025, this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms and corporations indebted to the estate should make immediate payment.
This the 9th day of April, 2025.
Gary D. Stewart, Executor 152 Stewart Road Kings Mountain, NC 28086
C. Andrew Neisler, Jr.
CLONINGER & NEISLER ATTYS
P.O. Box 515, 300 E. King Street Kings Mountain, NC 28086
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NOTICE
NOTICE OF ADMINISTRATOR
Having qualified on the 24th of March, 2025 as Co-Administrators of the Estate of Annie P. Carpenter (25 E 12), deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against said estate to present them, duly verified, to Myra C. Strickland and Joseph C. Carpenter, Co-Administrators c/o A. Susan Biggers, Deaton & Biggers, P.L.L.C., 402 East Graham Street, Shelby, North Carolina 28150, on or before July 3, 2025, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said estate will please make immediate settlement with the undersigned.
This the 2nd day of April, 2025.
Myra C. Strickland
Joseph C. Carpenter
Co-Administrators of the Estate of Annie P. Carpenter
c/o A. Susan Biggers
Deaton & Biggers, P.L.L.C.
402 East Graham Street
Shelby, North Carolina 28150
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LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA CLEVELAND COUNTY
IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION 25 E 204
Having qualified as Administratrix of the ESTATE OF BRIAN SETH LESLEY, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against the Estate of said Brian Seth Lesley to present them, duly verified, to the undersigned, Eva Adams Lesley, c/o Loann S. Meekins, Teddy Meekins & Talbert, PLLC, 405 E. Marion Street, Shelby, NC 28150 on or before the 26th day of June, 2025 or same will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said Estate please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This the 26th day of March, 2025.
Eva Adams Lesley, Administratrix of the Estate c/o Loann S. Meekins
Teddy Meekins & Talbert, PLLC 405 E. Marion Street, Shelby, NC 28150
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LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF CREDITORS
Having qualified as the Administrator over the Estate of Helen Ford Pack (a/k/a Helen Brooks Ford Pack), deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against said Estate to present them, duly verified, to the undersigned on or before July 18th, 2025, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said Estate will please make immediate settlement with the undersigned estate administrator.
This is the 16th of April, 2025.
23-E 216
Gregory S. McIntyre, Administrator MCINTYRE ELDER LAW
112 S Tryon Street, Ste 700 Charlotte, NC 28284
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LEGAL NOTICE
EXECUTOR’S NOTICE
Having qualified on 15th of June 2021 as Executor of the Estate of Delsie Clayton (21 E 579), deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against said estate to present them, duly verified, to Edward Dale Isaacs, c/o A. Susan Biggers, Deaton & Biggers, P.L.L.C., 402 East Graham Street, Shelby, North Carolina 28150, on or before July 3, 2025, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said estate will please make immediate settlement with the undersigned.
This the 2nd day of April, 2025.
Edward Dale Isaacs Executor of the Estate of Delsie Clayton c/o A. Susan Biggers Deaton & Biggers, P.L.L.C.
402 East Graham Street
Shelby, North Carolina 28150
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LEGAL NOTICE
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND
NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS
Having qualified on 24th of March, 2025 as Executrix of the Estate of MARK WILSON DAVIS; AKA, MARK W. DAVIS; AKA, MARK DAVIS (25 E 235), deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned, Mary Elizabeth Davis, Executrix on or before the 16th of July, 2025, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.
This the 16th day of April, 2025.
Mary Elizabeth Davis, Executrix Estate of Mark Wilson Davis; aka, Mark W. Davis; aka, Mark Davis 225 Pawley Ave. Winston Salem, NC 27103
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LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Having qualified as Administratrix over the Estate of Michael Edward Dailey, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against said Estate to present them, duly verified, to the undersigned on or before June 26, 2025, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said Estate will please make immediate settlement with the undersigned estate administrator.
This is the 26th of March, 2025.
25 E 185
Stacie Funderburk, Administratrix c/o Brenton S. Begley
McIntyre Elder Law
233 E. Graham St. Shelby, NC 28150
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A little girl enjoys her Pelican’s at last year’s Summer Days, Healthy Ways event.
A participant from last year’s Summer Days, Healthy Ways event shows off her face/body paint and balloon art.
Speeding on N.C. highways will cost you
Starting April 14, the North Carolina Governor's Highway Safety Program (GHSP) will kickstart the "Speed A Little. Lose A Lot." campaign. Law enforcement throughout the state will increase patrols and hold checkpoints to keep our roads safe for everyone.
Speed a Little. Lose a Lot
Speeding is a major cause of injuries and deaths on North Carolina roadways. Consider these 2021 statistics:
• 424 people died in speeding-related crashes in North Carolina in 2021.
• Speeding was a contributing factor in nearly 25 percent of all fatal crashes.
• 91 percent of speed-related fatalities occurred on non-interstate roads; 9 percent occurred on interstate highways.
• From 2017 to 2021, males made up the most significant percentage (75 percent) of speed-related crash fatalities. Males under 39 years of age account for nearly half of all speeding-related crashes.
• From 2017 to 2021, there was a 17 percent increase in speed-related crash fatalities.
• From 2017 to 2021, 27 percent of speed-related crash fatalities occurred in the Top 5 Counties (Mecklenburg, Guilford, Wake, Robeson, and Cumberland)
The North Carolina Governor's Highway Safety Program's "Speed a Little. Lose a Lot." annual campaign reminds drivers of the dangers of speeding and the potential consequences: the loss of a life.
Dangers of Speeding A crash on a road with a speed limit of 65 mph or higher is more than twice as likely to result in a fatality as a crash with a speed limit of 45 or 50 mph and nearly five times as likely as a crash with a speed limit below 40 mph. Speeding: • Reduces a driver's ability to negotiate curves or maneuver around obstacles in the roadway
• Extends the distance traveled before a vehicle can stop
LEGAL NOTICE
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND
NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS
Having qualified on 8th of April, 2025 as Executrix of the Estate of OLLIE JO ROSS; AKA, OLLIE JO-TURNER ROSS (25 E 279), deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned, Lori Ross Sutherland, Executrix on or before the 16th of July, 2025, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.
This the 16th day of April, 2025.
Lori Ross Sutherland, Executrix
Estate of Ollie Jo Ross; aka, Ollie Jo-Turner Ross
417 Fulton Dr. Kings Mountain, NC 28086
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LEGAL NOTICE
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND
NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS
Having qualified on 2nd of April, 2025 as Co-Executrixes of the Estate of MARGIE B. PRICE (25 E 265), deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned, Amy Price Cantrell, Co-Executrix and/or Pamela Price Mitchem, Co-Executrix on or before the 11th of July, 2025, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.
This the 9th day of April, 2025.
Amy Price Cantrell, Co-Executrix
Estate of Margie B. Price 301 Radar Rd Rutherfordton, NC 28139
And/or
Pamela Price Mitchem
Estate of Margie B. Price 194 Maplewood Circle Boone, NC 28607
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LEGAL NOTICE
NORTH CAROLINA CLEVELAND COUNTY
IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION 25 E 209
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF MARGARET LOUISE HORN AKA MARGARET H. HORN
Having qualified on the 18th day of March 2025, as
Executrix of the Estate of MARGARET LOUISE HORN AKA MARGARET H. HORN, deceased, of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against the decedent to exhibit the same to the undersigned on or before July 3rd, 2025, or this notice will be pleased in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to the Estate should make immediate payment.
This the 2nd day of April, 2025.
Saundra Jean Horn
Of the Estate of Margaret Louise Horn
aka Margaret H. Horn 602 Bell Road Kings Mountain, NC 28086
Attorney for the Estate: Robert H. Lutz
Lutz Law Firm, PLLC 310-8 East Graham Street Shelby, NC 28150
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• Increases the distance a vehicle travels while the driver reacts to a hazard
• Increases the risk of crashes and injuries because other vehicles and pedestrians might not be able to judge distance correctly
North Carolina's Speeding Laws and Ticket Penalties
Most North Carolina drivers will, at some point, get a speeding ticket. Attorney John McCurley with the University of San Francisco School of Law explains North Carolina's speed limits and the consequences of a speeding violation on https:// drivinglaws.org.
How Do
North Carolina's Speed Limits Work?
North Carolina has two types of speeding laws: a "basic speeding law" and "absolute limits."
North Carolina's Basic Speeding Law
North Carolina's basic speeding law prohibits driving at a speed "greater than is reasonable and prudent under the conditions then existing."
In other words, motorists must always drive at a safe speed. What a safe speed is will depend on the circumstances. For instance, 55 miles per hour might be safe on a clear day with nice weather. However, if snow is on the road and visibility is poor, going 55 miles per hour would likely be dangerous and violate the basic speeding law.
North Carolina's Maximum (Absolute) Speed Limits There is no trick to how North Carolina's absolute speed limits work: If the fixed speed limit is 50 miles per hour, and you drive faster than that, you've violated the law. North Carolina's absolute speed limits include:
• 25 miles per hour inside municipal corporate limits
• 55 miles per hour outside municipal corporate limits for all vehicles except school buses
• 70 miles per hour on interstate highways.
Penalties for a Speeding
LEGAL NOTICE
Having qualified as Executrix over the Estate of Doris A. Bridges; aka, Doris Ayers Bridges, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against said Estate to present them, duly verified, to the undersigned on or before July 3rd, 2025, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said Estate will please make immediate settlement with the undersigned estate administrator.
This is the 2nd of April, 2025.
File No. 25 E 200
Rhonda Kay Owens, Executrix
233 E. Graham St.
Shelby, NC 28150
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LEGAL NOTICE
EXECUTRIX NOTICE
Having qualified on 25th of March 2025 as Executrix of the Estate of Elaine P. Horn (19 E 249) deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against said estate to present them, duly verified, to Cathryn Inez Horn Griffith, c/o A. Susan Biggers, Deaton & Biggers, P.L.L.C., 402 East Graham Street, Shelby, North Carolina 28150, on or before July 3, 2025, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said estate will please make immediate settlement with the undersigned.
This the 2nd day of April, 2025.
Cathryn Inez Horn Griffith
Executrix of the Estate of Elaine P. Horn
c/o A. Susan Biggers
Deaton & Biggers, P.L.L.C.
402 East Graham Street
Shelby, North Carolina 28150
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NOTICE TO CREDITORS STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND COUNTY
IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK FILE NO. 23 E 25
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF:
MARY KATHERYN LEDFORD.
Having qualified on January 14, 2025 as Administratrix of the Estate of Mary Katheryn Ledford, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against the Estate of said Mary Katheryn Ledford to present them, duly verified, to the undersigned, Nichóle B. Greene, Greene Law Offices, PLLC, 511 North Lafayette Street, Shelby, NC 28150 on or before the 27th day of June, 2025 or same will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said Estate please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This the 26th day of March 2025.
Nichole B. Greene Administratrix of the Estate c/o Nichóle B. Greene Greene Law Offices, PLLC 511 North Lafayette Street Shelby, NC 28150
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Ticket in North Carolina
Generally, the penalty for a speeding violation is a fine. However, the total the driver pays will also include court costs, which typically range from about $150 to $200. For most speeding violations, the fines range from $10 to $50, depending on how much the driver exceeded the speed limit.
But motorists caught speeding in school or construction zones face a fine of $250.
Traffic Violation Points for Speeding Violations in North Carolina
A speeding violation generally adds at least two points to the motorist's driving record. Accumulating too many points can lead to license suspension.
Reckless Driving and Vehicular Homicide Charges in North Carolina
A speeding violation can lead to a "reckless driving" conviction, depending on the circumstances. A standard first offense is a class 2 misdemeanor, and carries up to 30 days in jail and a maximum of $1,000 in fines. And if a speeding violation results in the death of another person, "death-by-vehicle" charges are a possibility. A conviction can carry up to 160 months in prison.
Avoid Texting and Driving
The GHSP also reminds drivers to "Drive Now. Text Later." This month is also National Distracted Driving Awareness Month, encouraging drivers to stay focused and stay safe by keeping their hands on the wheel and off their phones when underway.
North Carolina Governor's Highway Safety Program Dedicated to reducing the number of traffic crashes and fatalities in North Carolina, the GHSP promotes efforts to reduce traffic crashes in North Carolina and promotes highway safety awareness through various grants and safe-driving initiatives.
These grants, as well as initiatives – like "Click It or Ticket," "Booze It & Lose It, "BikeSafe NC, "Watch For Me NC," and "Speed a Little. Lose a Lot." help address issues such as impaired driving, seat belt use, speeding, distracted driving, motorcycle safety, bicycle safety, pedestrian safety and other aspects of highway safety. GHSP also helps fund North Carolina's Vision Zero initiative, which is working to meet the goal of zero deaths on the state's roadways through community involvement and data-driven safety interventions.
LEGAL NOTICE
Having qualified as Executrix over the Estate of Victoria Elizabeth Moore; aka, Victoria Moore; aka, Victoria Patterson Moore, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against said Estate to present them, duly verified, to the undersigned on or before July 11th, 2025, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said Estate will please make immediate settlement with the undersigned estate administrator.
This is the 9th of April, 2025.
File No. 25 E 134 Pamela Moore Heilig, Executrix
233 E. Graham St. Shelby, NC 28150
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LEGAL NOTICE
EXECUTRIX NOTICE
Having qualified on the 7th of April 2025 as Executrix of the Estate of Billy Bland Horn (25 E 82) deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against said estate to present them, duly verified, to Cathryn Inez Horn Griffith, c/o A. Susan Biggers, Deaton & Biggers, P.L.L.C., 402 East Graham Street, Shelby, North Carolina 28150, on or before July 18, 2025, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said estate will please make immediate settlement with the undersigned.
This the 16th day of April, 2025.
Cathryn Inez Horn Griffith Executrix of the Estate of Billy Bland Horn c/o A. Susan Biggers Deaton & Biggers, P.L.L.C. 402 East Graham Street Shelby, North Carolina 28150
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PUBLIC NOTICE
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK In the Matter of the Estate of: W. R. HAM, Deceased.
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Having qualified on the 21st day of March, 2025, as Executor of the Estate of W. R. Ham, deceased, late of South Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against the decedent to exhibit the same to the undersigned Executor on or before the 4th day of July, 2025, this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms and corporations indebted to the estate should make immediate payment.
This the 2nd day of April, 2025.
Roger W. Ham, Executor 3195 Old Seine Road Smyrna, SC 29743
C. Andrew Neisler, Jr. CLONINGER & NEISLER ATTYS P.O. Box 515, 300 E. King Street Kings Mountain, NC 28086
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Speed a Little, Lose a Lot campaign kicked-off on April 14.
Photo by N.C. Governor's Highway Safety Program
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10TH TOY SHOW & COLLECT-
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WE BUY & SELL SILVER AND GOLD COINS, JEWELRY, Etc. Jake’s Knives & Collectibles located at 1008 S. Lafayette St., Shelby,NC. Call 704-600-6996 or (980) 295-5568
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EMPLOYMENT
EXPERINCED SITTER FOR EL-
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Full-time Pastor. Send resume and Doctrinal Statement to: Pastor Search Committee, 1184 Rock Springs Church Rd., Blacksburg, SC 29702
HELP WANTED IN POLK
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NOW HIRING LANDSCAPERS FOR FULL TIME YEAR ROUND
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BRANDON’S HOME IMPROVEMENT. Painting & decks, Drywall & tile, Carpentry trim, framing. 828-388-0195 or 828-748-9163.
ROB’S LAWN CARE. I do lawns in the Shelby Area. Reasonable Rates! Call (704) 473-4660
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AUCTIONS
ESTATE AUCTION Gerald Brown (Deceased). ONLINE ONLY - 2 Auctions different days. 1st Auction - Lots start to close on Tuesday, April 15th, 2025 @ 6:00 pm. 2nd Auction - Lots start to close on Wednesday, April 16th, 2025 @ 6 pm. PREVIEW: Tuesday, April 15th, - 10 am till 6:00 pm. Address: 334 Holbert Rd., Hendersonville, NC 28791; WWW.EJ-AUCTION.COM; Partial Listing: Hand Tools, Mowers, Antiques, Generators, Air Compressors and so much more! EDWARD JOHNSON AUCTIONEERS, INC; NC8134 NC8496 (828) 593-9649
AUCTIONS
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YARD SALES
CLEVELAND COUNTY
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YARD SALE. MULTI-FAMILY YARD SALE. at Parker Hannifin in Forest City on Saturday, May 17, 2025 from 7:00AM - 1:00PM! 203 Pine Street, Forest City, NC 28043
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DOG LOTS FOR SALE. 3 lots-10 ft x 6 ft. and 1 lot-12 ft x 6 ft. 828-448-5961.
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POOL TABLE AND ALL EQUIPMENT. Used pool table and equipment for sale - excellent condition. Italian slate table base, individual pockets, 8’ long. Unknown brand. Gently used. Wall hanger for pool cues. $700. (828) 429-5485 ships.stroll.8p@ icloud.com
DISCOUNT APPLIANCES. Refrigerators, washers, dryers and stoves. 1205 Earl Road, Shelby, NC. (704) 477-4766
2 ASHTON DRAKE COLLECTIBLE DOLLS. Call for info, (828) 223-0074
12,000 WATT GENERAC
STAND-BY GENERATOR. Outside unit only. No transfer switch, $500; 250-lb 3-point hitch fertilizer spreader, $250. (704) 4729995
BOBCAT 328 EXCAVATOR with a new Final Drive. Good for construction or farm use. $15,000. 704-472-4536.
FOR SALE
TRAILERS, LAWNMOWER TRAILERS, FLATBED TRAILERS, Enclosed Trailers, Horse and Cattle Trailers, Saddlery. Check our prices and quality before you buy. Bridges Riding Equipment. Boiling Springs, NC. 704-434-6389, (704) 4730867
PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS with Scratch Pads! Press Room Printing. 704-482-2243. (704) 538-5788
OVERSIZED COUCH LOVESEAT AND CHAIR. $300 CASH. (704) 477-2627
7 TON EQUIPMENT TRAILER “LOADED”. $0 DOWN ! Approx. $200 Month *wac; 5 TON DUMP TRAILER “LOADED” $0 DOWN ! Approx. $240 Month *wac; 6’x10’ & 6’x12’ Utility Trailers $0 DOWN ! Approx. $90-$100 Month *wac. J Johnson Sales 2690 Hwy. 221 South, Forest City, NC (828) 2455895
LAND FOR SALE. $28,000 for .83 acre lot in a great neighborhood. The neighborhood is near the airport in Shelby, very close to Crest schools. No HOA in neighborhood and more than suitable for a nice build. (704) 860-8946 yajudd@ gmail.com
USED BOOKS. Christian/Religious-Spiritual material never grows old or outdated. Add a book section to your retail store or online site. Both paper and hardbacks, featuring topical, commentary, theology and research. Estimated count is 3500 books. An excellent opportunity at only $3500. Please, no culling or partial sales. No delivery, but you may come and look before purchase. (704) 915-0594
GUNS AND AMMO 4245 rounds, 22 LR., $336; 400 rounds 9 mm., $80; 125 rounds 12 G., $42; Mossberg 22 Mag. Bolt action Rifle with scope, $250; Mossberg Pump 12 ga., $250; Winchester 36 gun digital safe, H 59” W 30” D 22”, $500. Buyer must move. Call 980-341-9332.
TURKEY HUNTING EQUIPMENT. Chest freezer. Women’s clothing $1.00 Misc household items, best offer. Trolling engine $75. Dryer $75. 828-375-4521. MULTI VARIETIES, LANDSCAPING PLANTS. Grasses, Trees, Hosta, Many More. 50 gallon Fish Tank, 100 Plus pairs guppies, filter & extras. 704-6005817.
HORSE QUALITY HAY FOR SALE. Call (704) 487-6855
USED GENEREX HOME GENERATOR. $1500. (704) 477-0516
KOBOTA ZERO TURN LAWNMOWER. ZG23, 54 in. cut. $2,800. 704-481-0925 or 704692-4601.
DUMP TRAILERS & EQUIPMENT TRAILERS. Aluminum Trailers. “Large Selection!”. Financing and Rent to Own Available. No Credit Check! J Johnson Sales, 2690 Hwy. 221 S., Forest City, NC. (828) 245-5895
J JOHNSON SALES. Steel Buildings, Carports, Garages. Large On-site Display. J Johnson Sales in Forest City. (828) 245-5895
FOR SALE
2013 MODEL MOPED SCOOTER. 50cc, burgundy color, good condition. MUST SEE $600. (704) 692-9117
DINING ROOM $500. ALEXANDER JULIAN dining table with 2 leafs and 4 chairs. Also a a China cabinet. (704) 477-2627 chrisallen1308@gmail.com
SUNSETTER AWNING FOR SALE. Used and worn, but still usable. First reasonable offer. 704-300-8201.
BOFLEX MAX TRAINER USED. $350 GREAT CONDITION. STILL USE IT BUT CAN’T TAKE IT WITH ME. (704) 477-2627 CHRISALLEN1308@GMAIL.COM
STEEL BUILDINGS, CARPORTS, GARAGES, WORKSHOPS. Car, Truck, Boat, Storage. Grading & Concrete “Turn Key Job”! Large On-site Displays. J Johnson Sales. 2690 Hwy. 221, Forest City, NC. (828) 245-5895
TRAILERS, NEW, USED, REPO. In stock Dumps, Enclosed, Concession Trailers and Equipment. Inventory changes weekly! Call or Come By! Financing or Rent to Own Available. J Johnson Sales, 2690 Hwy. 221 S., Forest City, NC 28043 (828) 245-5895
LIKE NEW TIRES/WHEELS. $1800.00. Bridgestone Dueller A/T LT275/65R20 tires mounted on 20” black rims. Set of 4. Approximately 500 miles. Off a new 2024 Ford F250. (704) 473-7092 cdamwm@yahoo.com
METAL ROOFING. Carport Metal “One Piece OR The Whole Roof” We get deliveries twice a week! J Johnson Sales 2690 Hwy. 221 South, Forest City, NC 28043. (828) 245-5895
MAUSOLEUM FOR SALE. in Cleveland Memorial Park. For 2 people. 704-476-0682.
STORAGE BUILDINGS (WOOD•STEEL•VINYL). New Buildings from Approx. $100 month *wac (Includes Delivery & Set Up on Concrete Blocks). J Johnson Sales 2690 Hwy. 221 South, Forest City, NC (828) 2455895
FOR
GUITARS! 1920-1980 Gibson,
Fender, Gretsch, Epiphone,
Mosrite, Rickenbacker,
State, D’Angelico, Stromberg. And Gibson Mandolins / Banjos. 1-833641-6577 Miscellaneous Safe Step. North America’s #1 Walk-In Tub. Comprehensive lifetime warranty. Top-of-the-line installation and service. Now featuring our FREE shower package and $1600
$3-$5. We are wholesalers; call for availability. (864) 546-2778 brendasherman9@gmail.com
STORAGE BUILDINGS 8’X8’ up to 16’x40’. Built On Site IN ONE DAY! Financing OR Rent to Own Available. You Choose Your Colors and Placement of Your Doors & Windows. Delivery and Set Up is Included! J Johnson Sales 2690 Hwy 211 S. Forest City, NC. (828) 245-5895 FOR SALE THE KINGS MOUNTAIN HOUSING AUTHORITY. KINGS MOUNTAIN HOUSING AUTHORITY IS SELLING (2) 60” TORO
FARM & GARDEN
4000 FORD TRACTOR. 4 cylinder. $3200. Call (704) 4734997 FORD TRACTOR MODEL 1910. 3 cylinder diesel, front loader, 3 point hitch, wet lines, needs minor work. $5500. 828-289-1817.
HONEY BEES: This years swarms, $140 in your hives. Call or text 828-980-1823. Also new gloves, hats & veils $10 each.
BOATS
2002 PONTOON, 20’ BENTLEY. 60HP, 4 stroke Mercury with galvanized trailer. (704) 418-4718
18’ CENTER CONSOLE SEAARK 1860 PRO YAMAHA Jet Drive Outboard. Garmin electronics including livescope, 24 volt mini Kota Terrova. $13,000. 704-418-2869.
1994 BAYLINER FOR SALE. 19 ft. Boat and Trailer. 120 merk cruiser. $3000. 704-616-0217.
PETS & LIVESTOCK
THREE CHIWEENIE PUPPIES
Ready April 16. 2 males, 1 female. Have one set of shots and dewormed. $350 each. 704-4666983.
TEACUPTOY PARTI YORKIE
SHIHTZU. Female 10 wks old, yorkie shihzhu, both parents under 4lbs, all shots, award winning breeder, $900 or reasonable offers. (864) 623-8803 thefuzzyfacequeen@gmail.com
GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES
$400. Parents on site. Sire 105 lbs. Mostly black in color. (910) 644-2860 hannahs_mom100@ yahoo.com
F1B CKC MINI GOLDENDOODLES. Male/Female, 14wks, Gastonia. Shots, wormed, utd.
$500 each. (980) 363-9703
FEMALE YORKSHIRE TERRIER. 9 week old female, ckc, first shot, deworming, tails docked, dewclaws removed, rehoming fee $950.00. (704) 902-8656. MYLITTLEARIZIONA@YAHOO.COM
10’X10’X6’ DOG KENNELS. Dog Houses and Dog Buildings. Delivery & Set Up Available. J Johnson Sales in Forest City. (828) 245-5895
3/4 BASSET HOUND PUPS.
3 males, 3 females. Ready for rehoming! $50 each. 828-2891258. FULL BLOODED GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES. 8 weeks old. 3 males, 1 female, had shots & wormed. $800 each. 828-9800179.
PETS & LIVESTOCK
BOXER PUPPIES. CKC registered, shots & worming, UTD, seven weeks old. Big healthy puppies. $300 each. 704-4663135. FREE PUPPIES. Anatolian Shepherd 3 months old, has shots and wormed. 704-473-2897, 704-4724246.
PLATINUM PARTI MORKIE. Beautiful, sweet baby, MALE, Vet examined, vaccinated. Two free 30 day pet health insurance policies. Reduced. Text please 980422-6901 (980) 422-6901 thinking12341234@yahoo.com
YORKIE PUPPIES. Born 2/8/2025. CKC registered and vetted. Call or text for more information 803-982-0402 (803) 8188765 horsecraz75@gmail.com
THREE CHIWEENIE PUPPIES READY APRIL 16. 2 males, 1 female. Have one set of shots and dewormed. $350 each. 704-4666983.
TOY & MINI AUSSIES. Male & female. Assorted colors. Shots and wormed. Paper trained. Fully weaned. Parents on premises. 828-289-6756.
CARS & TRUCKS
2012 HONDA CIVIC CPE 117,000 miles. One owner, power windows & locks, air, automatic, 2 door coupe, good tires. $7750. 828-447-7331
2018 CHEVROLET COLORADO V-6. Automatic, Red, Great Condition, 35,000 miles, $16,000. ALSO : 2021 Denali Canyon,V-6, 22,000 miles, 4 Door, Cheyenne Red, Excellent Condition. $35,000. Call (828) 755-7100
2009 FORD ECONOLINE COMMERCIAL CHASSIS. 178,000 miles, $8995, (704) 300-1818 kim_hopper@bellsouth.net
2015 HONDA ODYSSEY Don’t Wait! 202,000 miles. New battery & alternator. Runs great & looks good! (828) 223-0074
1997 FORD F-SUPER DUTY CHASSIS CAB XLT Package. 7.3 Diesel Power Stroke, Manual, White, Removable Pipe Rack. Flat Bed. 146,000 miles, PW, PDL, 5 Speed Manual. $12,000 OBO. Call (704) 300-1818
2004 TOYOTA CAMRY XLE 4 Door Sedan. One owner 372,000 miles. Car is in good condition with good tires. Could be a good derby car but needs engine. $500 (704) 472-0554
2005 CADILLAC CTS 97,300+ MILES. Well maintained, heated leather seats. $5,995. OBO. 828447-8595.
LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Having qualified as Administrator over the Estate of Betty Jean Thomas; AKA, Betty Jean Mayes Thomas; AKA, Betty J. Mayes; AKA, Betty Mayes Thomas; AKA, Betty Bowens Thomas, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against said Estate to present them, duly verified, to the undersigned on or before Friday, July 18th, 2025, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said Estate will please make immediate settlement with the undersigned estate administrator.
This is the 16th of April, 2025. 22 E 338
James Danny Thomas, Administrator c/o Brenton S. Begley McIntyre Elder Law
233 E. Graham St. Shelby, NC 28150
KMH (4/16, 23, 30, 5/07/2025)
LEGAL NOTICE
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND
NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS
Having qualified on 24th of March, 2025 as Administratrix of the Estate of BRENDA WALTON MACK (25 E 238), deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned, Nichole Walton Gresham, Administratrix on or before the 3rd of July, 2025 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned
This the 2nd of April, 2025.
Nichole Walton Gresham, Administratrix
Estate of Brenda Walton Mack
8035 Sultana Circle Charlotte, NC 28227
KMH (4/02, 09, 16 & 23/2025)
CARS & TRUCKS
2013 KIA SORENTO Second owner purchased in 2015. Due to a recall, the engine was replaced, so the actual engine miles is 40,000 miles. Very Clean Car. Backup Camera. Sirius Radio. New Tires. Only $6500. Serious calls or text only please! (704) 692-0228 1997 CHEVROLET C/K 2500 Original 204,218 miles. Call/ Message for price and more information. Diesel. 4WD. 6.5L Turbo. Original title in hand. (704) 473-
CAMPERS
24 FT FOREST RIVER SURVEYOR. Gently used & lightweight. Designed for comfort & functionality for 2-4 people. Slide out, outside kitchen, 2 TVs, 6.88 barrel ceiling, storage galore, fully stocked. $17,000. (828) 245-8159
28 FT. 1984 PACE ARROW
$9,895. Set up as a tiny home in a RV park. Must be moved by a flatbed. 828-453-0828.
MOTORCYCLES & ATVS
2013 HARLEY DAVIDSON ULTRA CLASSIC. 1850CC, new battery, very clean, great condition, asking $9,000 OBO. 2009 Yamaha VStar 1300CC, new tires & battery, asking $5,500 OBO. 828-289-8943
2015 HARLEY SPORTSTER. No dents, scratches or dropped! Low miles. Clean title. 1200 motor. Ready to ride! $7,000 negotiable. Call 704-466-1859 or 704-4720448
2009 ULTRA CLASSIC. HARLEY DAVIDSON, 6700 original miles $10, 000. (704) 692-0977
NEWLY RENOVATED BEACH HOUSE in OCEAN LAKES. 2 bedroom, 2 bath, sleeps 4, golf cart. Weeks and weekends. Call nights only.704-472-5182 BEACH HOUSE AT OCEAN LAKES. Sleeps 6. Weeks available. Call 704-472-6611
ROOM FOR RENT - PADSPLIT. Renting a PadSplit room in Charlotte is affordable, flexible, and convenient starting at $750 a month. Enjoy all-inclusive pricing, furnished spaces, prime locations, and hassle-free living with no long-term commitments. Use promo code CLTROOM1 for $100 off your first month. (704) 3873291 andrew@padsplit.com RUTHERFORD COUNTY
NEWLY RENOVATED BEACH HOUSE in OCEAN LAKES. 2 bedroom, 2 bath, sleeps 4, golf cart. Weeks and weekends. Call nights only.704-472-5182 REAL ESTATE POLK COUNTY POLK COUNTY, SUNNYVIEW, NC. For sale by owner. Convenient location. 3.62 acre, wooded residential lot. $50,680. No text or email. Call (828) 429-3287 REAL ESTATE MECKLENBURG COUNTY
LEGAL NOTICE
Having qualified as Executor over the Estate of Bonnie Walker Willis; aka, Bonnie Lou Walker Willis, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against said Estate to present them, duly verified, to the undersigned on or before July 3rd, 2025, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said Estate will please make immediate settlement with the undersigned estate administrator.
This is the 2nd of April, 2025.
File No. 24 E 1002
Gary Ray Willis; aka, Gary Wayne Willis, Executor
233 E. Graham St. Shelby, NC 28150
KMH (4/02, 09, 16 & 23/2025)
LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Having qualified as Administratrix over the Estate of Bill Bowman, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against said Estate to present them, duly verified, to the undersigned on or before Friday, July 18th, 2025, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said Estate will please make immediate settlement with the undersigned estate administrator.
This is the 16th of April, 2025.
25 E 247
Cynthia Bowman, Administratrix c/o Brenton S. Begley McIntyre Elder Law
233 E. Graham St. Shelby, NC 28150
KMH (4/16, 23, 30, 5/07/2025)
LEGAL NOTICE
Having qualified as Executrix over the Estate of William Cliff Dysart, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against said Estate to present them, duly verified, to the undersigned on or before July 4, 2025, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said Estate will please make immediate settlement with the undersigned estate administrator.
This is the 2nd of April, 2025.
19 E 753
Sandra Dysart Loganadan, Executrix
233 E. Graham St. Shelby, NC 28150
KMH (4/02, 09, 16 & 23/2025)
LEGAL NOTICE
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND
NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS
Having qualified on 18th of March, 2025 as Administrator of the Estate of KIMBERLY HEATHER ANN STONE (24 E 454), deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned, Timothy Steven Stone, Administrator on or before the 26th of June, 2025 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned
This the 26th day of March, 2025.
Timothy Steven Stone, Administrator Estate of Kimberly Heather Ann Stone
885 Cedarline Dr Shelby, NC 28150
KMH (3/26, 4/02, 09 &16/2025)
Dear Savvy Senior, How do I go about replacing some important documents that were lost when our home of 50 years burned down? We lost everything including our house deed, car titles, old tax returns, Social Security and Medicare cards, birth certificates, marriage license and passports. Suffering in SoCal
Dear Suffering,
I’m very sorry to hear about the loss of your home, but you’ll be pleased to know that replacing most of the lost documents you mentioned is pretty easy once you know where to turn. Here are the resources to help you get started.
Birth certificates: If you were born in the United States, contact the vital records office in the state where you were born (see CDC.gov/nchs/w2w/index. htm for contact information).
This office will give you specific instructions on what you need to do to order a certified copy and what it will cost you – usually between $10 and $30.
Car titles: Most states offer replacements through a local department of motor vehicles office. You’ll need to complete a replacement title application form and pay the application fee, which varies by state. You’ll also need to show ID and proof that you own the car, such as your vehicle registration or your license-plate number and VIN (vehicle identification number).
Property deed: To access your house deed, contact your county clerk’s office, where deeds are usually recorded. You may be charged a small fee to get a copy.
Marriage certificate: Contact the vital records office of the state you were married in to order a copy (see CDC.gov/nchs/w2w/index.htm). You’ll need to provide full names for you and your spouse, the date of your wedding, and the city or town where the wedding was performed. Fees range from $10 to $30.
Social Security cards: In most states, you can request a replacement Social Security card online for free
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at SSA.gov/myaccount. When you get there, click on “Replace your Social Security Card” and answer a few questions to verify your identity.
Medicare cards: If you’re enrolled in original Medicare, you can replace a lost or damaged Medicare card by calling Medicare at 800-633-4227, or by logging into your MyMedicare. gov account, where you can print or request a new card to be mailed to you for free. If you’re enrolled in a Medicare Advantage Plan, such as an HMO, PPO, or PDP, you’ll need to call your plan to get your card replaced. And, if you get Railroad Retirement Board benefits, you can get a replacement card by calling 877772-5772.
Tax returns: To get copies of old tax returns start with your tax preparer, who usually keeps copies of your returns on file. You can also get copies of federal returns directly from the Internal Revenue Service. You’ll need to fill out and mail in IRS form 4506. To download this form IRS. gov/pub/irs-pdf/f4506.pdf or call 800-829-3676 and ask them to mail
you a copy. The cost is $30 for each return requested.
And to get copies of your state tax returns, contact your state’s department of revenue who will also require a request form. See TaxAdmin. org/fta-members for state contact information.
Passports: If your U.S. passports were valid, you’ll need to first report them as lost or stolen so they can be canceled. You can do this online at PPTform.state.gov or in person when you apply for a new passport at a Passport Application Acceptance Facility, which are located in many U.S. post offices. See iafdb.travel. state.gov to locate one near you. You’ll also need to submit Form DS64 and Form DS-11. The replacement fee is $130 per passport.
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.