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Philbeck heads Election Board CROWDS AT EARTH DAY SATURDAY – The crowds came to Earth Day Saturday at Gateway Trail. See more pictures by Christy Conner and Shirley Brutko in today’s Herald.
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Second Baptist to honor Gene Land Second Baptist Church will honor retired and former Pastor Gene Land as Pastor Emeritus Sunday, April 29, at a 4 p.m. service at the church followed by a reception. Land served the church as Pastor for 27 years and is the longest-serving pastor of the Kings Mountain church. He has retired from a gospel ministry of 45 years. Locally, he was also pastor of Eastside Baptist Church for eight years.
PASTOR GENE LAND Guest speakers will be Rev. Wesley Smith, Associational Missionary to the
Greater Cleveland County Baptist Association of Shelby and Rev. John Houze, pastor of Peoples Baptist Church in Kings Mountain. Land served five years in the US Navy aboard the USS Missouri Battleship and served for 20 years as Chaplain of the Association of retired US Navy servicemen who served aboard the USS Missouri. The public is invited.
Ward I seat applications to be finalized soon City Council is readying the application process for filling the Ward I seat of the late Rev. Howard Shipp. Mayor Scott Neisler said the applications will soon be available on the City of Kings Mountain website at www.cityofkm. com and at City Hall,
101 West Gold St., Kings Mountain, NC 28086. He said the signed application must be hand delivered to the City Clerk at City Hall. The signed application will also grant permission to the City of Kings Mountain to conduct a police, court, and records investigation of the applicant.
Council will conduct the interviews and the vacant seat is expected to be filled after July 1 by vote of the six members of city council. As the Herald went to press Tuesday city council was voting on the procedures for the application process.
McWhirter improving Carl McWhirter, retired teacher from Kings Mountain High School, will be released from Carolinas Rehabilitation Hospital on Wednesday, according to the family. He is recovering from gunshot wounds sustained in late March. Family friend Loretta Cozart visited with Carl week ago and he is healing well. Physical, occu-
pational, and speech keep him busy during the day and his hard work is evidenced in his progress. They had good conversation and he was in good spirits and looking forward to going home. “Carl looks good but is still a little weak. The tracheotomy was removed after my visit and he is now able to eat solid foods. It was great to hear the doctor’s reports are optimistic and the prognosis is good for a full recovery,” said family friend Loretta Cozart.
WINS MEDALS – Katrena Winebarger brought home two medals from Special Olympics held in Shelby April 21, a gold in the 25-meter wheelchair race and bronze in the tennis throw. Katrena and her mother, Trevelen Winebarger live in Kings Mountain.
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Clifton W. Philbeck, Deputy Director of Elections in Cleveland County since FebPHILBECK ruary 2014, is the newDirector of Elections. He has been serving as Acting Director since the departure BOST of Dayna Causby on February 22 of this year. He was unanimously appointed by the four-member Board of Elections last Tuesday afternoon at a special meeting of the board. “This is a tremendous honor,” says Mr. Philbeck. “I look forward to providing the citizens of Cleveland County
every tool necessary to ensure their right to vote.” Clifton Philbeck, a lifelong resident of Cleveland County, graduated from Crest High School and Gardner-Webb University with a degree in History/Political Science. While serving as Deputy Director, he became a Certified North Carolina Elections Administrator through the North Carolina State Board of Elections and Ethics Enforcement. In addition, he completed all course work through Auburn University to become a Nationally Certified Elections/ Registration Administrator in 2017. “We were fortunate to have a large group of talented and diverse applicants,” says Board Chairman Douglas Sharp. “We decided on Clifton because he understands the complexities of Cleveland County Elections and he is in line with the Board’s commitment to seeing that all elec-
tions are fair and accurate.” Clifton Philbeck currently resides in Boiling Springs with his wife Amber and daughter Macy. By recommendation of Philbeck, the board unanimously voted to promote Renee Bost to fill the Deputy Director position. Mrs. Bost has served as Elections Specialist in Cleveland County since 2013. “Being a part of this team has been a rewarding experience,” says Mrs. Bost. Renee Bost graduated from Crest High School and Gardner Webb University with a degree in Management Information Systems. She currently resides in the Oak Grove community of Kings Mountain with her husband Patton Bost. Information on upcoming elections can be found online at elections.clevelandcounty. com or by calling the Board of Elections office at 704484-4858.
Numbers tell the story in Flowe interviews “The Reveal” is how F. Richard Flowe, President and CEO of N-Focus, headlined his presentation before about two dozen citizens April 17 at city hall. Flowe was hired by the City of Kings Mountain to research and provide a streetscape plan for downtown Kings Mountain, gaining input from downtown business owners in inter-
views and in public forums the last several months. He will present the plan concept in a public forum by June 12 and a resolution to adopt the plan will be presented to city council on June 26. The numbers tell the story. Sixty-nine businesses are located downtown, 54 are active, 13 businesses
vacant or closed, the most vacant businesses being on W. Mountain Street. Twenty-seven of the active properties are owned or managed by non-residents but Flowe said they are invested in the community as working citizens. Most downtown businesses don’t have a say in city government. An analysis of daytime See NUMBERS, Page 7A
School safety priority: Moore Speaker of the N. C. House Tim, Moore (R) told Burns High School students Thursday that change will take place to make classrooms safer. Moore, in response to student questions, said there will be possibly more money in the budget to hire more school resource officers and more social workers. “School safety is our highest priority in the House of Representatives,’’ he said.
VP AND KING – Noah King, 9-year-old North Elementary School student, had an opportunity to meet Vice-President of the United States Mike Pence on Friday at the Douglas International Airport in Charlotte before Pence visited the Queen City. Noah is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Wayne King of Kings Mountain. Photo submitted
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Four suspects face 9 charges In home invasion attempt
Scenes from Earth Day in Kings Mountain Photos by Shirley Brutko and Christy Conner
Biggest crowd ever at Earth Day Saturday in KM Saturday’s Earth Day crowds were biggest ever as cars parked all over town and down S. Battleground Avenue past the full overflow parking lot recently provided by Gateway Trail and the City of Kings Mountain. “A visitor told us there were at least 1,000 cars and we believe it because the crowds came, and we welcomed them not only from Kings Mountain but from outlying areas and towns,’’ said Events Director Christy Conner. Both Conner and Mayor Scott Neisler called the turn-out spectacular and said families enjoyed what was planned for them. Saturday was perfect weather wise for families to
Mayor Scott Neisler addresses the crowd. enjoy Gateway Trail walking and hiking after the events which spilled out all over the Trailhead and adjoining wooded areas.
Face painting was part of the fun. See more photos on page 8A
■ OBITUARIES Tommy Brannon Watkins KINGS MOUNTAIN – Tommy Brannon Watkins, 72, of Gastonia, died April 22, 2018 at Carolinas Continue Care Hospital in Kings Mountain. A native of Gastonia, he was the son of the late Hoyt Wilson Watkins and Helen Jenkins and a veteran of the US Army and a masonry contractor. The memorial service will be conducted Saturday, May 5, 2018 at 11 a.m. at Restoring Hope Foursquare Church in Dallas by Pastors Fred Morrison and Cameron Bryson. Visitation will be after the service. Military honors will be provided by NCNG Honor Guard and Gaston County Honor Guard. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Gaston County Honor Guard, 230 Gains Ave., Gastonia, NC 28054. A guest register is available at www.HarrisFunerals.com Harris Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kings Mountain, NC, is in charge of arrangements.
Friends of State Parks Friends of Crowders Mountain State Park will host the Spring board meeting of N. C. Friends of State Parks on Saturday from 10 a.m.-12 noon in the Main Visitor Center.
Masquerade Ball May 5 Kings Mountain Family YMCA will sponsor a Father-Daughter Masquerade Ball at the H. Lawrence Patrick Senior Life & Conference Center on May 5 from 6-8 p.m. Sign up at the Y by May 2 to attend the event.
Gospel Explosion Thee Chordsmen, Timberidge, New Heart and Southland will perform at the second annual Gospel Explosion on Saturday, May 26, from 12 noon to 5 p.m., at Westover Baptist Church, 114 Westover Drive. Hotdogs and BBQ plates will be sold. Admission is free to concert but a love offering will be received for the concert groups. Everyone welcome.
Four men face n i n e charges in an attempted h o m e i n v a sion near MooresMELTON b o r o A p r i l 20, according to Cleveland County Sheriff Alan Norman. They are: Tyler Ricky Melton, 19, 96 McArthur St., Gaffney, SC, $200,00 secured bond; Darell Shavon Leach, 23, 406 W. Race St., Gaffney, SC, $150,000 secured bond; Juquavious Antwan Craig, 18, 208 Rosemont Dr., Apt. 2, Grover, no bond; and Cameron Jaycob Carpenter, 100 Serenity Dr., Shelby, $200,000 secured bond. Craig was also just charged a week ago by the Sheriff’s Office for driving a car containing four reportedly stolen hand guns and narcotics, according to the Sheriff. The suspects were charged with robbery with a dangerous weapon, conspiracy to commit robbery with a dangerous weapon, discharging a firearm within an occupied building with intent to incite fear, flee/elude arrest in motor vehicle, assault with a deadly weapon with intent to kill, first degree kidnapping, conspiracy to commit first degree kidnapping, felony breaking
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ARRESTS APRIL 16: Sharetta Laurice Roseboro, 18, 207 Catherine Ave., financial card theft, felony; financial card fraud, $5000 unsecured bond. APRIL 16: Mekka Nasirra Brook, 29, Oxon Hill, Md., three counts assault on government official, resist, delay obstruct, intoxicated and disruptive, $7500 secured bond. APRIL 17: Cassie Marie Yow, 26, 624 East Gold St., deliver open title, failure to apply new title, $1000 unsecured bond. APRIL 17: Lucille Moss Schultz, 49, 506 Broad St., assault injuring emergency personnel, felony, $5000 unsecured bond. APRIL 17: Timothy Lamar Davis, 24, 1900 Alpine Drive, order for arrest, two outstanding felony probation violations, $100,000 secured bond. APRIL 20: Jaquish Monee’ Fowler, 24, 130 Kings Row Dr., Apt. 104, communicating threats, criminal summons. APRIL 20: Seth Nicholos Dyer, 17, 114 Carol Lynn Road, felony possession with intent to sell/deliver marijuana, $7500 bond. APRIL 22: Joshua Michael McCurry, 27, Lincolnton, felony possession of methamphetamine, possession drug paraphernalia, $25,000 secured bond. APRIL 22: Christopher Alexandra Gagner, 22, Forest City, DWI, speeding, open container, $5000 unsecured bond. CITATIONS APRIL 10: Emma Caroline Kirk, 21, 902 Grace St., failure to decrease speed to avoid collision, fictitious tag. APRIL 13: Amanda Marie Greenwood, 30, Connelly Springs, N.C., revoked license, fictitious tag, possession of marijuana. APRIL 14: Patrick Lashawn Moss, 39, Gastonia, revoked license. APRIL 14: A 16-year-old male was cited for possession of marijuana. APRIL 15: Ashon Malik Smith, 21. 521 Harmon Court, possession marijuana. APRIL 15: Alysha Nicole Love, 20, Gastonia, possession drug paraphernalia. APRIL 16: Wendy Helms Simmons, 46, Stanley, speeding. APRIL 17: Wendell Alvin Burris, 44, Shelby, speeding carelessly.
APRIL 17: Scarlett Dawn Rayfield, 50, 534 St Luke Church Road, revoked license, failure to maintain lane control. APRIL 20: Travis Lee McMurtrie, 33, 306 S. Juniper St., no vehicle insurance, no vehicle registration. APRIL 21: Aaron Brooke Jeffries, 23, 12 W. Gold S t., expired tag. APRIL 21: Teresa Leann Carrigan, 47, 203 N. Dilling St., failure to yield right-ofway. APRIL 21: Grayson Michael McNeish, 18, Charlotte, careless speeding. APRIL 22: Michael Isaac Coleman, 34, Charlotte, revoked license. APRIL 22: Dillion Dakota Hall, 23, Bostic, NC, open container of alcoholic beverage. APRIL 22: A 16-year-old male was cited for speeding carelessly. APRIL 22: David Anthony Friday II, 18, 106 Robinson Road, speeding without due caution. APRIL 23: Nicholas Eric Curtis, 19, Cherryville, stop sign violation, no driver’s license. INCIDENTS APRIL 17: A resident of Second Street reported theft of currency. APRIL 17: State Employees Credit Union, York Road, reported a customer forged a bank card to receive a cash advance. APRIL 19: A resident of Shelby said a suspect reached into the open window of her 2013 Hyundai and took her wallet and Social Security card. APRIL 19: A resident of Parrish Drive suffered a dog bite in her yard. APRIL 19: A resident of Bessemer City reported theft
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and entering, and conspiracy to commit felony breaking and entering. Norman said, “These four arrests represent great teamwork on the part of the men and women of Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office. From the quick arrival on-scene, enabling the initial encounter with the suspects as they were trying to flee, to the relentless containment and pursuit of the last suspect in a difficult geographical setting, our deputies ensured that this case was resolved successfully and safely. Four more guns associated with criminal activity are now off the street. We had several different divisions of the agency working together seamlessly. At some point, these thugs are going to realize it is much too difficult to continue to engage in this type of violent criminal enterprise in this county.’’ Norman said the Sheriff’s Office received a call a round 1:15 p.m. last Thursday from a woman claiming someone was shooting at her son inside their
home at 3125 W. Zion Church Road near Mooresboro. When deputies arrived at the scene they were able to catch the suspects leaving. As deputies tried to stop the car one of the suspects jumped out and the deputy took him into custody. A deputy tried to stop the suspect car and another passenger jumped out and ran into the woods. The car eventually stopped, and the two remaining occupants were arrested. With three of the four suspects in custody, deputies established a containment perimeter to allow a K-9 team to track the fourth suspect who was tracked to a field on Double Springs Road and arrested. The Sheriff said no one was injured in the attempted robbery. A spent shell casing was recovered, indicating he said that gunfire did occur within the residence. The Sheriff said officers confiscated four guns, bullets and marijuana.
of a $1500 10-foot utility trailer from First Street. APRIL 19: Wells Fargo Bank, 125 S. Battleground Ave., reported that a customer deposited an unknown counterfeit check into a Wells Fargo account. APRIL 20: Police recovered a reported stolen 2006 Ford Ranger pickup truck on Dixon School Road. APRIL 20: A resident of Blacksburg, SC reported theft of a blue wallet and brown shoulder pocketbook from her 2016 Subaru Outback parked on S. Battleground Avenue. WRECKS APRIL 11: A three-vehicle crash on US 74 Business resulted in high property damages. Officer H. W. Carpenter said that Patricia Craig, 823 Cleveland Ave., operating a 2014 Dodge, and Tony Lee Willis, 808 Canterbury Road, operating a 2015 Toyota, were traveling East on Highway 74 Business and stopped or slowed for traffic. A third driver, Jack Griffin, 131 Colony Dr., operating a 2000 Jeep, failed to reduce speed and crashed into the Willis vehicle causing the Willis vehicle to hit the Craig vehicle. Griffin parked his vehicle in the parking lot at Hardees and left the scene on foot. Carpenter asked Gaston County Police to contact the registered owner of the Jeep in Belmont and warrants will be secured charging Jack Griffin with leaving the scene of an accident and failure to reduce speed to avoid a collision. Property damage was estimated at $70,000. APRIL 13: Officer F. L. Wittington said that Wendell Holmes Bunch, 702 Crescent Circle, operating a 2009 Chevrolet, backed out of a parking spot into NC 216 and hit a 2014 Dodge operated by
David Ogle, Clover, SC, who was traveling South on NC 216. Property damage was minor. APRIL 14: Officer F. L. Wittington said that a 2012 Ford operated by Ashley Barner of Forest City hydroplaned on the US 74 Bypass and the vehicle left the road. Property damage was estimated at $1500. APRIL 16: Officer G. L. McKinney said Christopher Jalen Myers, 208 Orr Terrace, operating a 2003 Ford, was parking his vehicle at Walmart and hit a 2 009 Hyundai operated by Charlene Lutz, 407 Waco Road Apt. A. Property damage was slight. APRIL 17: Officer H. W. Carpenter said that a 2002 Volk owned by Karen Delta Michelle Carter of Shelby was reportedly struck several times by a black Honda that left the scene in the parking lot of Chesterfield Court. Property damage was estimated at $5,000. APRIL 17: Officer H. W. Carpenter said that a 1997 Honda operated by Israel Leonardo Martinez, 212 Harbor Springs Lane, rear-ended a 2015 Kia operated by Brett William Bolin, 803 Southridge Drive. Carpenter said that both drivers were traveling on US 74 East near Dilling Street and Martinez was forced to slow or stop due to a turning vehicle in front of him. Property damage was estimated at $8,000. APRIL 17: Officer H. W. Carpenter said that Imani Shantell Moore, Gastonia, operating a 2013 Dodge on US 74 Business was making a left turn from a parking lot and hit a utility pole. Property damage was estimated at $7,000 to the vehicle and $1000 to the utility pole owned by the City of Kings Mountain.
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GIFTS TO SENIOR CENTER – David Longfield, left, Patrick Senior Center Director Sharon Eaker, Friday Lunch Coordinator Janet Beani, Cormetech Vice-President Mark Vasco, Marketing Manager Dorothee Kulifay, and Clinton Rayfield.right, are pictured at the Senior Center where employees wof Cormetech presented 400 food items to the Friday Lunch Program. Photo submitted
Senior Center Friday Lunch Program Gets 400 gifts from Cormetech Cormetech of Kings Mountain employees donated 400 non-perishable food items to the Patrick Senior Center this week and Vice -President Mark Vasco and other employees made the delivery. The food was donated and collected by 120 employees for the Friday lunch
program founded and operated by volunteer Janet Beani for over 10 years. “It is because of the compassion of companies like Cormetech that we are able to operate one of our most popular services, a lunch program on Fridays offering our seniors a hot homemade lunch for only
$3,’’ said Senior Center Director Sharon Eaker. Eaker continued, “We are so appreciative of this awesome donation.’’ Other businesses who are interested in donating food items to the Friday Lunch Program are invited to contact. Eaker at 704734-0447.
KM Little Theatre and Liberty Mountain seeking support By JIM CHAMPION In 1780 our Patriot forefathers answered the call to come together to secure the birth and freedom of our nation. Today, you have the opportunity (many may say the privilege) to answer the call to support and secure that legacy. Kings Mountain Little Theatre and Liberty Mountain is actively seeking advocates, sponsors, and volunteers for this summer’s production. General Manager Jim Champion and other LM representatives will be contacting area businesses and individuals during the upcoming weeks about these opportunities. Financial support is always welcome and will be put to good use, but even Linebergers • Linebergers
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more important is tangible, visible support by displaying posters and other promotional materials and by spreading the word about Liberty Mountain. 2018 sponsorship levels include: $2,500 Corporate Sponsor, $1,000 General Sponsor, $500 Captain Sponsor, and $250 Patriot Sponsor. All of these sponsorship levels include VIP tickets and special amenities. We encourage you to join The Brigade of 87 and help rally support for the play. The Brigade is named for the 87 patriots wounded or killed on October 7, 1780 at the Battle of Kings Mountain. Membership is $87 annually and includes two tickets to Liberty Mountain for the
2018 summer production, a Brigade of 87 decal, and playbill listing in the Brigade Roster. Our revolutionary history is unique to Kings Mountain, Cleveland County, and the Carolinas. Please help celebrate and preserve it for future generations by supporting the telling of OUR history. Liberty Mountain was written by renowned playwright Robert (Bob) Inman. Questions should be directed to jim@kmlt.org or call the box office at 704730-9408. Liberty Mountain is produced by Kings Mountain Little Theatre Inc. with Patrick Yarns as presenting sponsor.
GRAND PRIZE WINNER – The Smokehouse Mafia of Taylorsville took home the grand prize of $3,000 and a handsome trophy and Midnight Burn won the second place trophy at the Firehouse BBQ Cookoff Saturday sponsored by the Kings Mountain Fire Department and Kansas City BBQ Society at the Kings Mountain Walking Track. Mayor Scott Neisler, above, presents the trophy to Andy Rasmussen and his crew. Photo submitted
Top BBQ Cook-off teams Battle for cash prizes The Smokehouse Mafia, a barbecue cooking team from Taylorsville, won first prize and $3,000 as judges sampled barbecue of 34 teams and announced the winners on Saturday at the Kings Mountain Fire Department and Kansas City BBQ Society sponsored Firehouse Cookoff at the Kings Mountain Walking Track. Midnight Burn of Hendersonville won the second-place cash award of $750. Other Top Ten winners were: Smoke This of Hickory, third; Sauced BBQ of Denver fourth; Palmetto Pitmasters of Moore, SC,
fifth; Old Colony Smokehouse of Edenton, sixth; Who Cares BBQ of Burnsville, seventh; Southern Q of Zebulon, eighth; Smokin Skullies of Goldsboro, ninth; and Serial Griller of Yorktown, VA,10th. The highest scoring Cleveland County team was Speaks for Itself BBQ of Unity Church Road of Kings Mountain and this team headed by Keith Maples received $100. Other teams participating from Cleveland County were Hurry Up BBQ headed by Phil Farmer, 931 Oak Grove Road; Good Ole Boys Country BBQ headed
by Gary Borders, 1140 Marys Grove Church Road, all of Kings Mountain, and King’s Cooking of Shelby headed by Chip Davis, 257 Dick Spangler Road. The Mayor’s Choice Award went to King’s Cooking of Shelby, the team that has participated in the event for 21 years. The Smokehouse Mafia placed first in chicken category, Sauced BBQ of Denver placed first in pork ribs, Palmetto Pitmasters of Moore, SC placed first in pork; and Smoke This of Hickory placed first In brisket. SMOKIN’ MOUNTAIN BOYS – Bobby Etters and his crew from Smokin’ Mountain Boys of Kings Mountain didn’t compete in the Firehouse Cookoff Friday and Saturday but they fed 200 employees of the City of Kings Mountain Friday at lunch and city council on Friday night. From left, members of the team with Bobby Etters, Kellie Allman, Ashley Brown and Michael Causby.
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CREEKSIDE SMOKERS –Rene’ and Joel Albee and their mascot Hank of Creekside Smokers of Hickory are pictured at the Firehouse BBQ Cookoff Friday and Saturday at the Kings Mountain Walking Track. This was Creekside’s third year participating in the event which featured 34 teams cooking up award-winning barbecue. Photo by Lib Stewart
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OPINION
Wednesday, April 25, 2018
TODAY’S QUOTE:
It always seems impossible until it’s done. –Nelson Mandela
Memories from 1917 ‘’Uncle Sam’s First Call” is the headline on a Thursday, July 26, 1917 edition of Lib Stewart The Kings Managing Editor Mountain Herald. Our neighbor Tom Shytle, who is a Korean War veteran and an officer in American Legion Post 155 in Kings Mountain, loaned us this copy this week. His mother had kept the copy and Tom said he found it at home recently among her keepsakes. The front page included a partial list of those drawn for possible World War I service from the Kings Mountain and Dilling Mill Precincts. Editor/ Publisher G. C. Page added in the story that he planned to print the entire Cleveland County list in the next edition. Some of those names their relatives in town will remember: Dewitt Cobb, Charley Hullender, Oliver T. Hayes, James Edgar Moore, Norman Fuller McGill, Walter Lee Ormand, Grady
Fuller McGill stands outside McGill’s Esso at the corner of King Street and Piedmont Avenue. His son, Norman F. McGill Jr., joined him in the business and later owned and operated the business. Norman McGill died last week two days before his 90th birthday. Dr. Jeff Mauney is the little boy in the photograph. Photo courtesy of Mauney Library Archives Alexander Rhea. Moffatt Ware, Augustus Kiser, J. B. Royster, Dewitt Patterson, Fred Falls, Fred Herndon, Clarence E. Carpenter, Ira Dixon, James Edward Anthony, Wayne L. Ware, Irvin M. Allen, Arthur Crouse, Wm. M. Wells, John B. Dilling and Bright Ratterree. And there were many more. Also on the front page of that 100 year-old paper were Happenings in Recorder’s Court, Ben Wright killed by freight train in Blacksburg, SC, two full pages of the draft numbers, a Sigmon Pressing Club ad that had the telephone number 214; several other advertise-
ments, including “Children Crying for Castoria” and “poor economy to endure a bad back, take Doan’s Kidney Pills’’. And this remedy for freckles: squeeze the juice from two lemons into a bottle containing 3 ounces of Orchard White (what is that?) and shake for the best freckle and tan lotion. Editor G.C. Page also sold grave stones and monuments. He ran a 2x10 ad in his paper advertising his superb products. A subscription to the Herald was $1.50 for a year.
McGill’s Esso a family business Norman McGill followed in his father’s footsteps to run the family Exxon LORETTA station COZART Last weekend, one of Kings Mountain’s icons passed away - Norman Fuller McGill, Jr. Most long-time residents knew Mr. McGill because he ran the gas station with his father on the southeast corner of King Street and Piedmont Avenue. The station is still there, but it is just a shell
Letter To Editor To the Editor: Last Tuesday evening I went to the Mayor Rick Murphy Children’s park to watch a tee ball baseball game. This is a very nice facility and appears to be well maintained. There were about thirty excited boys and girls there to play their first game. Their parents were there as were their grandparents, aunts and uncles. But there was NO EQUIPMENT. About fifteen minutes after the game should have started some one from the
Y brought the tee and batting helmets. Batting helmets: They looked like football helmets for teenagers. They were way too big. The kids could not see out from under them much less run with them on. Luckily two or three players had their own batting helmets and had to share them with the others. Not good. I wondered if this is the way the season is going to be. Then I thought of Davidson Park where they cut the grass down to the dirt on the soccer fields. There is also a large picnic
shelter there. A tree fell on it a couple months ago. It is still there. Also, there are no picnic tables. I used to drive by there at lunch and see several city and state trucks there. The city has a lot of hard working employees and most only get a half hour for lunch. They shouldn’t have to eat in their trucks. But the PICNIC SHELTER HAS NO PICNIC TABLES. Philip Witherspoon Kings Mountain
Looking back
This is a collage of photographs from “The Buzzer,’’ the newspaper of Mauney Hosiery employees Christmas 1980. Lib Carpenter’s husband Jimmy Carpenter worked at Mauney Hosiery for 30 years. The framed clippings were found in the shop at the back of the plant building and returned to Mrs. Carpenter. Underneath the clippings in the frame is an aerial photograph of Mauney Hosiery in its heyday but to show the mill photo would remove all the clippings which may evoke a lot of memories for the pictured employees. Photo by LIB STEWART Published by Community First Media, Inc. Lib Stewart - Managing Editor lib.kmherald@gmail.com 704-739-7496
of its former self. It is hard to imagine, but in the era of the automobile, traffic in Kings Mountain was always busy. We noticed it most acutely during “leaf season,” when motorists would creep through Kings Mountain, bumper to bumper, on their way to the mountains. Most local folks took side streets to avoid the traffic In the 1920’s, Fuller McGill opened his gas station on King Street. It probably started out as a Standard Station, but the corporate name was
changed to Esso in the late 1920’s. In 1972, Esso stations became Exxon. Other stations sprouted-up on Kings Street over time. “Back in the day before I-85 and the 74 bypass all traffic came through Kings Mountain. Lots of automobiles and transfer trucks. King Street (Hwy. 74) was a main artery on which I remember there being at least 10 gas stations at one time,” remembers Melvin Ware. Stations from that era had a uniform look. It was See McGILL’s, Page 7A
When Barbara Bush said Damn I’ve always by using the admired Barbara word damn. Bush. Like millions Nobody in the of others I was political crowd saddened to hear seemed to be about her declinbothered by ing health and the First Lady’s then recent death. rhetoric and of Many television course I had Glenn Mollette heard the word tributes and well Guest Editorial deserved accolades before as well. have been verbalized in During her speech she recent days. Her beauused the word three tiful funeral service and times. After each time all that was said from she said damn she would their Houston Episcopal stop her speech, pause Church was a tribute to and look straight at me one of America’s finest and say, “Sorry Reverladies. end” and then slowly I had the opportunishe would get back into ty to have my picture her speech. She did that taken with the First Lady three times. I think I many years ago. She was was her icebreaker or a speaking at a banquet bit of a punch line that and my assignment day and it was okay as was to do an opening I smiled with her. She prayer for the occasion. was very kind to me and Being on the program gracious and very well afforded me the opporreceived by all who were tunity to sit close to her there that day. while she would later A lot has been said in speak. We were meeting admiration about Barunder a large tent and bara Bush. I particularly it was a breezy day. The admired that she told her flag was occasionally son Jeb a couple of years blowing into her face ago that there had been and so I took hold of enough Bushes in the the end of it and held White House. Of course it during her speech. she loved and supported During the course of her her son but many of us talk she would begin agreed with her candor. to drive home a point Jeb Bush did a fine about something bad the job speaking at his mothdemocrats were doing er’s funeral. He gave a or some other issue in beautiful eulogy that which she had strong would make any parent feelings. To accentuate proud. her point she would His question to her preface or add a bit of about her readiness to declarative underscore See BARABARA, Page 7A
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Wednesday, April 25, 2018
■ MEDITATION
The Good Shepherd T h i s past Sunday in m a n y churches, we celebrated Jesus as our good Shepherd. But Rev. Joshua what does Morgan that really Advent mean for Lutheran Church us. Each and every day, we encounter problems, dilemmas, and find ourselves in a catch22 if you will. How do we live a Christian life in the face of things that call us to be “non Christian.” Well, the answer might be as simple as this, follow the leader, but which
leader. For us, as Christians, we follow Christ. We have been called together to be one flock, one flock under the Christian banner, regardless of denomination, church size, or one’s personal feelings. Christ died on the cross for ALL of us. Yes, we might belong to a certain church, but the head of that church MUST be Christ. Christ, time and time again, in scripture told his disciples, the church leaders, and even us that he was the Good Shephard. His purpose on earth was to shepherd us into right relationship with God (his Father) and to bring about new life from the old. John 10:14-15, “I am the good shepherd; I know my
sheep and my sheep know me—15 just as the Father knows me and I know the Father—and I lay down my life for the sheep.” So we follow Christ, even to laying down our lives. That might seem a bleak message, but is it? NO. In Christian union with the Father, through Jesus Christ, we are called to lay down the old, and pick up the new. In Baptism, we are washed clean, and set on a path that leads to the resurrected Christ. Through the Holy Spirit, we are ever being lead by Good Shepherd- Jesus Christ. So, when we face life head on, Christ is there leading us. John 10:11 “ “I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep.” Be at peace Kings Mountain, God bless.
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■ CHURCH BRIEFS Mother/ Daughter Brunch May 5 Peoples Baptist Church/ Women’s Ministry at 1010 Groves Street in Kings Mountain will host the 9th annual Mother/Daughter Brunch on Saturday, May 5, at 10 a.m. The guest speaker will be First Lady Debra Freeman of Abundant Life Church in Shelby. The donation for this event is $10 for adults 18 and older and free for children under 18. Lunch will be served immediately after the program.
Southland in Concert Sunday Southland will be in concert at Westover Baptist Church, 114 Westover Drive, on Sunday, April 29 at 6 p.m. Refreshments will be served after the service. Everyone welcome. For more information contact Jerry Bedsole at 704-7392117.
Breakfast May 5 El-Bethel United Methodist Church will serve the traditional country breakfast on Saturday, May 5 from 6:30-10 a.m. at the church fellowship hall. A bake sale will also be held.
Yard sale, breakfast and bake sale Oak Grove Baptist Church will sponsor a yard sale, breakfast and bake sale on Saturday, May 5 from 7 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the churchy, 1022 Oak Grove Road. Proceeds are earmarked for the children’s camp fund. The church welcomes yard sale donations from the public by calling 704739-4833.
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■ LIFESTYLES
UNIT 82 MEMBERS HONOR GROVER FIREMEN - Eleven members of Shelby Unit 82 American Legion Auxiliary celebrated National Volunteer Week by visiting the Grover Volunteer Fire Department, thanking them for their service in the community. Front row, left to right, Virginia Dalmas-Weaver, Virginia Thomas, Rebecca Higgins, Denise Smith, Fire Chief Greg Harris, Unit President Linda Quinlan, Carol Beck, Patsy Rountree, Shirley Thompson and Remine Moss. Back row, Martha Bridges and Junior Auxiliary member Taylor Tongel. Photos submitted
It’s Spring at the Town and Country Garden Club’s outdoor beautification project at the Kings Mountain Post Office. Members have been weeding, replacing bulbs, and adding bark mulch, shredded pine mulch and fertilizers for lavender and other bushes they are adding to the planters as you enter the side entrance of the Post Office. Robin Wilson, a member of Kings Mountain Rotary Club, assisted members on the project. Wendy Isbell is club president. Photo submitted
‘ Fatsi Japonica” on list of Spring gardening tips Nine members of the Town and Country Club met April 12 at the Patrick House. Cheryl Butler, hostess, served a salad plate and dessert. Mrs. Butler was also program chairman for the meeting. She used the topic,” Fatsia Japonica.” Club President Wendy Isbell led in the reading of the Club Collect and presided at the business meeting. Members heard a report of the Post Office grounds beautification project. Members and Robin Wilson, a member of the Rotary club, were thanked for their participation in the project which added floral bushes and a general weeding, fertilizing and adding of bark shredded pine mulch and fertilizer. ‘’Fatsia Japonica,’’ which is also called a glossy-leaf paper plant, or Japanese Aralia, is a species of a flowering plant native to Southern
Japan, Southern Korea and Taiwan. The name Fatsia” is an approximate of the old Japanese word for ‘eight’ referring to the eight lobes In Japan known as “yatsude” meaning “eight fingers.” The flowers are small, creamy, white borne in dense terminal compound umbels in late autumn or early winter followed by small black fruit in spring. An umbel is several short flower stalks which spread from a common point like umbrella ribs. The sticky sap can cause dermatitis in sensitive people. Fatsia Japonica is the most distinctive of all evergreens with large palmate leaves. It can grow from 3 to 9 feet and the lobed leaves can reach up to 16 inches across and provide contrast in the shade garden. It can be grown in mass plantings on larger sites or as a specimen in smaller
CORNHOLE TOURNEY WINNERS – Team J N R took first place in the cornhole tournament Friday at the Deal Street Walking Track, a feature event of the Firehouse Cookoff and sponsored by KMPS, a local business owned and operated by Larry and Marilyn Benton. JR Green and Wade Roberts accept the trophy. Photo by CHRISTY CONNER
gardens. Grown with ferns makes a great contrast and it is excellent when mixed with large plantings such as rhododendrons. This relieves the monotony of dark medium evergreen foliage. It is also a plant that is good to grow with woodland perennials like hostas and Solomon’s seal. Foliage is excellent in flower r arrangements and lasts for weeks when cut. Fatsia care is easy if you give the plant a good location. It prefers rich, well-drained soil but will tolerate sandy sites and clay if drainage is adequate. Regular summer watering encourages full flush growth and large bold leaves. It likes medium to full shade and slightly acidic compost rich soil. It also grows well in large containers placed on shady patios or under trees. Brenda Sipe will be hostess for the May meeting of the club.
Auxiliary volunteers learn how To safely extinguish small fire GROVER - It was a unique activity for 11 members of Shelby American Legion Auxiliary Unit 82 when they kicked off National Volunteer Week with a visit to Township No. 3 Fire Department in Grover for their April 16 meeting. Cleveland County Fire Marshal and Emergency Management Director Perry Davis gave the visitors a lesson in putting out a fire and demonstrated the proper use of extinguishers on a small controlled fire. Several auxiliary members got to try their hand at putting out the blaze while volunteers in the fire department looked on. Davis explained the different types of extinguishers and the type of fire at which they are used. “It was a real learning experience for us,’’ said Unit 82 President Linde Quinlan who presented a certificate of appreciation to Fire Chief Greg Harris and his firemen, a commemorative American Legion Auxiliary coin and homemade treats for all firemen “who give so much of their time and efforts in serving the community.’’ She also thanked Chief Harris for the exciting program he had arranged with Fire Marshal Davis and Mr. Davis for the hands-on demonstration, an added treat in which the Auxiliary volunteers learned a valuable lesson. Quinlan added, “The men and women of the Grover Fire Department have meetings and training on a weekly basis, selflessly devoting their time and energy to keep Grover residents safe.” National Volunteer Week was first established in the United States via Presidential Proclamation 4288 signed by Richard Nixon in 1974. It is celebrated during mid-April each year, and communities around the country take the opportunity to honor volunteers in their local area with special celebrations and events. This is the second year the Shelby American Legion Auxiliary group has “adopted” and visited the Town-
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Hospice Benefit is Friday, May 4 The annual Hospice benefit chicken dinner and dessert sale will be held Friday, May 4 from 4-7 p.m. Tickets for the $12 a plate meal can be purchased locally at Testa Family Hospice House at 321 Kings Mountain Boulevard. The meal, prepared by Gene Fortenberry, includes ½ chicken with slaw, pickles, baked beans, roll, and homemade dessert and can be picked up locally at Testa Family Hospice House. A second pickup location is in Shelby at the American Red Cross, 1333 Fallston Road.
BARBARA From Page 4A face death was touching and is something too many feel uncomfortable talking about. We want someone else to do that for us. Jeb asked her if she was ready to die. Her response was lovely. “I don’t want to leave your father but I do love Jesus and believe I am
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MISS LAOS NEW YEAR – Katlin Venevongsoth was crowned Miss Laos New Year at the celebration at the Laos Temple in Kings Mountain Sunday. Photos by Mayor Scott Neisler
LAOS TEMPLE FEAST – Ellis Noell, Wendy Neisler and Padang Rithiphong of Thai Hut Restaurant in Kings Mountain are pictured at the Laos Temple New Year festivities in Kings Mountain Sunday. going to a beautiful place.� Barbara Bush lived an incredible life. She and her family are a huge part of American history. Ninety two years is a long time to live but passes so quickly. After this, there is eternity as she and many of us believe. I didn’t vote for Jeb but greatly respect that he loved his mother so much that he talked with her about the nitty gritty
things of life - death and the afterlife. With all of their money, history, fame and adoring fans the bottom line at the end of the road came down to a very simple but profound conversation about death and Jesus. As we all near the end of our lives, we would all be so fortunate to have someone who cares enough about us to be personal, loving and to truly
WTVI PBS Charlotte has announced that Kings Mountain’s Sebastian Byers who works with Union County Early College, is one of 30 educators from across the country selected for the first PBS Digital Innovator All-Star Program. Each of the Digital Innovator All-Stars was selected from a cohort of extraordinary educators who are doing innovative work in their schools and districts, and were previously recognized as part of the PBS Digital Innovator Program, which began in 2013. The PBS Digital Innovator AllStar program expands on this influential work, deepening these educators’ roles as leaders in integrating technology and digital media into the classroom —supporting students’ learning through increasingly important media literacy skills. “Sebastian, a PBS Edu-
give that much of a damn about us. Dr. Glenn Mollette is the author of 12 books. His syndicated column is read in all 50 states. Books By Glenn Mollette Contact him at GMollette@aol.com. Learn more at www.glennmollette.com Like his facebook page at www. facebook.com/glennmollette
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2019 school year deepening engagement among students, families, educators, schools and WTVI. As an exclusive part of the program, he will have access to virtual and in-person events, including the PBS Digital Innovator All-Star Summit, to connect and learn with peers and station representatives from across the country. The PBS Digital Innovator All-Stars were chosen based on a variety of criteria, including passion for their role as an educator, outcomes from their time as PBS Digital Innovators, connections to their communities and service to under-resourced families.
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14% see the need for re ruiting business; 10 % see the need to fill empty stores; 10% want the city to support businesses; and 7% want more economic development. The “wish list� from downtown businesses: A department store, they like the 70s and want a return to that time of growth, more businesses downtown, more jobs, more housing. This same group fear Kings Mountain could lose its historical feel, become too big, and/or lose more business. A group of 22 people who responded in a recent forum said they like Patriots Park, the friendly people, the historic flavor of the community and listed housing a top need of the community
From Page 1A citizens’ response: 23% like the small-town feel; 13% like the people; 11% are glad everyone knows everyone; 7% are community-oriented. The dislikes: 11% don’t like empty buildings; 11% say if there are improvements that the public will come; 7% say there isn’t enough parking; and 7% say the politicians are good ole boys. The “likes�- 20% want more foot traffic; 11% want higher occupancy of buildings; 11% want more growth; 9% want more restaurants; 6% want more diverse businesses. The priorities of daytime citizens at businesses reveal
MCGILL’S From Page 4A a time before hydraulic lifts, so cars were driven over a “pit’ where the mechanic worked on vehicles. To the side of the garage was an office where business was transacted. It provided shelter from the weather for workers and customers. Restrooms were usually around back and you had to get the key to access them. ‘’I remember most the smell of stations like these. They were distribution centers for petroleum products after all. The smell of oil usually permeated the area. It is hard to describe. But you ever visited a station during this time, you will remember the smell,’’ said Ware. Most stations had rolling racks out front with cans of oil and other lubricants for sale. Tires were sometimes displayed as well. After closing, these racks were stored inside. From the Mauney Memorial Library archives, we have a photo of Fuller McGill with a young Jeff Mauney. In the background you can see the Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church where the Mountain View Restaurant now stands. The McGill
family was long active in the ARP church. In the 1960’s, I remember riding with my father on a rainy day to run errands. We had to stop for gas, so Dad went to McGill’s Esso. A uniformed young man came to the car, talked to my dad, and then went about his work washing the windshield and pumping the gas. We were in “high cotton� when someone else washed the windows and pumped the gas. I didn’t know Norman McGill personally and I regret that. I’m sure he had wonderful stories to tell of the time he ran his business on Kings Street. He, like Otis Falls, is a rare breed of men who served their country and came home to raise a family and help build a strong community. Back in the 70’s I went to school with Norman McGill’s son, Tripp, who also carries his father’s name. He and his younger brother Chip walked to their family’s service station after school to help their father. Mr. McGill taught his sons a strong work ethic and valuable life lessons learned best by example. Mr. McGill will be missed by us all.
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RIBBON-CUTTING – Cleveland Chamber officials and Tammy and Marty Meadows cut the ribbon at Gold Street Soup, Salad & Subs, 126 Gold Street, recently. City officials and downtown business representatives also attended the celebration. Photo by ADRIAN HAMRICK
GRAND OPENING- Chris and Erin Jolly of Jolly’s Realty Group, 828 E. King St. and Cleveland Chamber officials cut the ribbon on their new business as city officials, and local businesses joined in the grand opening and refreshments were served. The new business is in the front portion of the Patriot Jack building. Photo by ADRIAN HAMRICK
Eaton Corporation of Kings Mountain received the million-hour award with no lost-time accidents from Jan. 1, 2017 though Dec. 31, 2017 from the Department of Labor at the agency’s annual safety awards banquet in Shelby April 17. Eaton was also honored with the Gold award for the 11th year. First year Gold winners were Duke Energy’s Kings Mountain Generation Support Facility, Concrete Supply’s Kings Mountain plant, and Cormetech, Inc. of Kings M ountain. The second consecutive year Gold award went to IMERYS Mica Kings Mountain Battleground plant, IMERYS Mica Kings Mountain Moss Plant and Mine and IMERYS Mica Kings Mountain’s Patterson plant. Hanesbrands Inc, Cleveland Distribution Center, won the three-million-hour award, Cleveland Community College won the onemillion-hour award and Shelby’s Milliken and Co. Golden Valley plant won the six-million-hour safety award. Carolinas Health Care System, of Kings Mountain, won a first-year silver
award and a third consecutive year award. Albemarle US Inc. won a first-year silver award. “It’s really an honor for me to travel throughout the state and recognize these employers who are making a commitment to their employees’ safety and health,’’ Commissioner Berry said. “Over the past 17 years, North Carolina has experienced a declining injury and illness rate, which now rests at an all time low 2.5 per 100 full time workers for private industry. These employers continue to make North Carolina workplaces some of the safest in the country.’’ The awards honor outstanding on-the-job safety achievement of each department during 2017. Recipients are based in Boiling Springs, Bostic, Charlotte, Cliffside, Columbus, Forest City, Gastonia, Grover, Kings Mountain, Lenoir, Mooresboro, Rutherfordton, Shelby and Spindale. The banquet was co-sponsored by the N. C. Department of Labor, the Cleveland County Economic Development Partnership, and Personnel Services Unlimited.
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DEDICATE OVERFLOW PARKING AREA AT TRAIL—Shirley Brutko, center in white shirt with trail logo, and Mayor Scott Neisler, in red shirt, cut the ribbon dedicating the new 30-vehicle parking area across from the Gateway Trail. Cleveland Chamber sponsored the ribbon-cutting. Also pictured are members of the Chamber, the Trail committee, and other visitors. Photo submitted
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Football star, wrestling champ Julius Curry to be inducted into KM Sports Hall of Fame (Sixth in a series of articles on the 2018 Kings Mountain Sports Hall of Fame inductees. The dinner and ceremony is Saturday, May 12 at 6 p.m. at Central United Methodist Church. Tickets are $15 and are available at Ingram’s Barber Shop on Battleground Avenue, Kings Mountain, at Kings Mountain High School and from individual members of the Hall of Fame committee. Tickets should be purchased in advance because it may be a sellout). Practice makes perfect. Julius Curry doesn’t claim to be perfect, but he knows teams win on Friday because of what players do Monday through Thursday. As a four-year starter on the offensive line at Kings Mountain High from 19951998, Curry was a key factor in the Mountaineers’ most successful four-year record in school history under the late head coach Ron Massey. During that period, Kings Mountain went 4111-1, won three consecutive Southwestern 3A Conference championships, played for the Western NC championship in 1997 and won the Western championship and played for the State championship in 1998. Curry and other linemen like Kareem Marshall, Andy Leigh, Rico Feemster and Laymond Caldwell opened huge holes for outstanding backs and receivers to showcase their talents. While there were many stars on those good Kings Mountain teams, the word “star” never crossed their minds. “We were just real serious about football,” says Curry. “We all had a common goal. It was not about stats for any of us. We were a real family and we are still close friends today. “We loved one another and we worked hard,” he added. “If we had to run 10 miles we did it without complaining. There are so many kids now that don’t do that. You have to be like a family to be successful. “We had really good coaches,” he said. “It made a lot of good men who
are still friends today. I never had a father figure. The coaches like Coach Massey, Coach (Dave) Farquharson and Coach (Alfred) Ash were always there for us. They loved us and we loved them. There’s nothing they wouldn’t do for us.” Curry was a three-year All-Conference standout on the football field and also saw double duty as a defensive lineman. He played nose guard at East Tennessee State where he started every game as a freshman. He made 48 tackles and four sacks. His sophomore year he was moved to linebacker and had 112 tackles and seven sacks. He suffered a career-ending injury during spring practice of his junior year. The next year East Tennessee State dissolved its program and just started it back about two years ago. Almost every season since then, Curry has been an assistant coach at several schools, most recently at Ashbrook and Hunter Huss in Gastonia. Curry’s KMHS career wasn’t limited to football. He was a two-time state 3A wrestling champion and missed winning it his sophomore year by a single point. “I was glad to win two state championships and just came up a little bit short my sophomore year,” he said. He credited his KMHS coaches (Farquharson and Ash) and his teammates for making him a champion. “Matt and Anthony Ash won state championships during the same years,” he noted. “I enjoyed beating up on them in practice. That taught me a lot. “Coach Farquharson was the head coach during my years and Coach Ash was his assistant,” he added. “They both put a pretty good pounding on me. I needed both of them to reach my goals. They taught me to keep focused.” Curry began his coaching career with the Gastonia Little Huskies in 2007. In 2012 to went to Grier Middle School, then to Ashbrook in 2013 and to Huss for the last four years. Currently, he is not coaching on the high school level but is still helping
train athletes in the weight room while also helping out at the Love Center in Shelby with an off-season defensive line weight lifting program. Curry said his most exciting moment in high school wasn’t in the state championship game against Winston-Salem Carver, but an earlier game when the Mountaineers defeated a very good East Rutherford team. “Bubba Hillman got knocked out,” he recalled. “I asked him on the sideline if he could run straight ahead and he said yes. I talked to Coach Massey and he told all of us to block straight ahead. Bubba went back out there and gained over 150 yards and we won the game against a very good East Rutherford team. You couldn’t have told me that when somebody got knocked out like that he would give even more of himself to the team.” Curry said his most memorable moment was Kings Mountain’s third round game at A.L. Brown in Kannapolis when Hillman scored the winning touchdown that put the Mountaineers in the Western NC championship game for the second year in a row. Kings Mountain was on the Wonders’ 20 yard line with 30 seconds left, trailing 21-20, and Coach Massey said later he was setting up for a potential game-winning field goal. But Curry and his teammates had something better in mind. “Bubba ran right behind me,” Curry said. “That’s the time that we had really worked for.” Losing the state championship game late in the fourth quarter was hard to take for Curry and his teammates, but it still doesn’t take away the great memories from KM’s best football season ever (14-2). “I wish we could have won but you can’t change the past,” Curry said. “It really hurt us. I got into a depressive state in a way. I didn’t think I wanted to play again. But that taught me a lot. In Kings Mountain we were taught not to give up.” Going into the Hall of Fame will be a special night
for Curry. He and Hillman will be the third and fourth players from the ’98 team to be inducted. Previous inductees were Kendrick Bell and Kareem Marshall. “I never thought it could happen,” said Curry. “I never really thought about it but I really appreciate it. Everything I did I did because I loved it. It was fun and it taught me to be a man. “High school was the best time of my life. I practiced hard but it was a lot of fun to be part of a good team. We never thought about statistics. It was way more than I ever expected, but it wasn’t about me. Friday night at home was the best time of my life. It was a lot of hard work but I enjoyed every minute of it.”
Julius Curry during his football playing days at Kings Mountain High School.
Julius Curry (61) and Laymond Caldwell (75) taking a breather after blocking for a KM touchdown.
Coach Ron Massey, Kareem Marshall and Julius Curry accept state runner-up trophy at UNC’s Kenan Stadium in 1998.
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Mercy, Mercy! KM shuts out Wave, Warriors Kings Mountain’s Mountaineers turned back Gaston County rivals Ashbrook and East Gaston by identical 10-0 scores Tuesday and Wednesday at Lancaster Field. Both games ended on the mercy rule with the Ashbrook game ending in the bottom of the sixth and East Gaston after the Warriors batted in the top of the fifth. Sophomore Bryce Fisher did an outstanding job on the mound for the Mountaineers in a route-going five-hitter against the Green Wave, and he also contributed with his bat and glove. He made several big defensive plays on the mound, including a 1-6-3 double play in the third inning that ended the inning. A five-hit second inning bolted the Mountaineers to an early 3-0 lead, and long home runs by Daniel Bagwell and Fisher in the third put the game away. Bagwell led off the second with a sharp single to left, and Chase Johnson followed with a double to the fence in left-center. Zach Crawford’s sacrifice fly plated Bagwell with what would be the winning run, but the Mountaineers tacked on two more on Fisher’s double to center and David Bell’s single to left. With one out in the third, Bagwell came back from a 0-2 count and then hit a 3-2 pitch over the center field fence for a 4-0 lead. Alec Bell singled and later scored on a wild pitch and Fisher smashed a firstpitch home run over the right-centerfield fence to run the score to 7-0. KM closed it out in the bottom of the sixth. Fisher reached on an error and KC Champion and David Bell got back-to-back singles to load the basis. John Harmon Melton singled to left to run the score to 8-0, and a wild pitch and Ricky Wright’s fielder’s choice accounted for the final two runs. David Bell and Champion joined Fisher with two hits. On Wednesday, the Mountaineers got another good pitching performance from Joe Ruffalo as well as good hitting and defense by the team. Melton’s bases-loaded single closed it out in the bottom of the sixth. KM went into the inning with an 8-0 lead. Alec Bell’s single made it 9-0. After David Bell reached on an error to load the sacks, Melton hit a hard liner down the left field line
against a drawn-in Warrior defense to end the game. Logan Webb, the son of former Kings Mountain player Shane Webb who pitched on the Mountaineers’ 1993 state championship team, was the starter and loser for the Warriors. Joe Ruffalo worked the first 3 2/3 innings for the Mountaineers before giving way to southpaw Seth Kennedy. Kings Mountain struck for three runs in the bottom of the first with Melton providing a single and Bagwell a sacrifice fly to produce the first run. Johnson’s infield hit produced the second and the third came on a wild pitch Ruffalo’s two-run single in the second made it 5-0. The Mountaineers added three more in the third on doubles by Johnson and Crawford, an error, singles by Champion and Alec Bell and a fielder’s choice. The Warriors’ only real scoring threat came in the top of the fifth when they loaded the bases with one out, but the KM defense came up big with a 3-6-3 double play to end the threat and set the stage for the mercy rule win in the bottom of the inning. The Mountaineers traveled to Kannapolis the previous Saturday and defeated A.L. Brown 11-6 in a non-conference game. John Harmon Melton slammed a two-run home run in the first inning to get the Mountaineers going, and he added a solo shot in a seven-run third inning that broke the game open. Zach Crawford led the Mountaineers with three hits and also drove in two runs. David Bell had two hits. Daniel Bagwell pitched 4.1 innings to get the win, and Crawford pitched the final two. The Mountaineers resumed BSC play Friday night at Burns and saw the Bulldogs score on an error in the bottom of the seventh to win 7-6. The Mountaineers battled from behind to tie the game 6-6 in the top of the seventh when Chase Johnson scored on a wild pitch. But, with one away in the bottom of the seventh the Bulldogs loaded the bases on three consecutive walks. After a strikeout, Dalton Putnam’s ground ball resulted in a throwing error that brought home Colby Ferguson with the winning run.
Kings Mountain runners Bryson Kee, Wyatt Wilson, Dylan Williams and Jalen Roberts, left to right, compete in a long distance run in last week’s county track meet at KMHS. Photos by Gary Smart
KMHS sweeps county track meet Kings Mountain High swept the annual Cleveland County Track Meet Thursday at John Gamble Stadium. The Lady Mountaineers won with 88 points to Shelby’s 71. Crest ran third with 57 and Burns last with 19. The Mountaineers defeated the Golden Lions 99-81 in the boys meet. Burns was third with 53 and Crest last with 33. Niya Kelly got the home team going with a victory in the shot put (33-09), and teammate Taleayah Roberts finished second with a throw of 26-08.5. Kelly then won the shot with a throw of 83 feet even and teammate Maurissia Shaniece was second at 79.07. Macie Simms won three events, including the long jump (15-8.5), the triple jump (32 feet even) and the high jump (4-6). Brooke Clark was a double winner for the Lady Mountaineers, taking the 1600 meter run in 7:22.4 and the 3200 meter run in 17:57. Alexis Browning won the pole vault with a vault of eight feet even and teammate Bailey Ledford was second at 6’6”. Clark, Browning, Ledford and Nicola Bridges teamed up to win the 4x800 meter relay in 15:29.7. Other second place finishers for the Lady Mountaineers were Carter-Kee in the 100 meter hurdle and Clark in the 800 meter run. Finishing third were Kelly in the high jump, Malazha Banner in the 400 meter dash and Malazha Banner, Dashonta Banner, LaNasia Hamrick and Nicola Bridges in the 4x400 meter relay. Fourth were Charneice Crocker in the triple jump and India Williams in the 100 meter dash. Titus Phillips won three events for the Mountaineers. He won the long jump (2106.5), triple jump (42-01.00), and the high jump (5-10).
Aleenih Carter-Kee competes in the hurdles in last week’s county track meet at KMHS.
Quay Glaspy, left, and Caleb Barnes of Kings Mountain are neck and neck in Cleveland County track meet Wednesday at KMHS. Michael Toms won the 100 meter dash in 10.9, with teammate Tray Lee running second at 11.3. Toms, Lee, Don Crocker and Shyrone Reid teamed up to win the 4x100 meter relay. Kings Mountain swept the pole vault with Kaleb Estridge winning with a jump of 12 feet even. Second through fifth were Caleb Barnes, Dillin Messenger, Siphanthone Nathan and Aiden Wilson,
respectively. The Mountaineers won the 4x800 meter relay in 10:07.5. Team members were Quan Glaspy, Jalen Roberts, Jake Stacey and Caleb Barnes. Second place finishers for the Mountaineers were David Parsons in the discus with a throw of 101’9”, Thai Tuttanon in the long jump (21.03), Nathan Lease in the 110 meter hurdles (19.0), and Don Crocker in the 200 meter
dash (23.5). Third were Tuttanon in the triple jump (41 feet), Adrian Delph in the high jump (5-6), Lee in the 200 meter dash and Stacey in the 3200 meter run. Fourth were Robert Lipscomb in the shot, Nicholas Burrows in the discus, Jalen Roberts in the 1600 meter run, Jaden Fields in the 200 meter dash, and Justin Mathis in the 3200 meter run,
Helms wins senior golf at KMCC Mike Helms shot a 69 to win Thursday’s Cleveland Senior Golfers event at Kings Mountain Country Club. David Gentry took low gross with a 60 (78-18). John Wortman was closest to the pin on #5 and Helms sank the longest putt on #18. Tuesday at Deer Brook, there was a three-way tie for low gross between Roy Whitaker, Keith Lackey and Ralph Justice with 77s. Low net was a tie at 64 between John Rosser (84-20), Jimmy Blanton (85-21), and Ray Rice (91-27). Rice won with a par four on the first playoff hole (#9). Bill Champion was closest to the pin on #12 and Jim Bridges sank the longest putt on #18.
Bailey Ledford competes in the pole vault in county track meet last week at KMHS.
Brooke Clark runs for the Lady Mountaineers in last week’s county track meet at Gamble Stadium.
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KM kickers roll Wave Kings Mountain High’s soccer team shutout Ashbrook 9-0 Tuesday night at Gamble Stadium. Summer Campbell led the scoring with a hat trick and Cassidy Calhoun added a pair of goals. Katherine Martin had one goal and an assist, and
Georgia Moss, Paloma Dettloff and Carly Johnson added a goal apiece. Sarah Drennan had three assists, Emma Goff two and Katherine Martin one. Kings Mountain fell 2-0 to South Iredell in a non-conference game Thursday.
Kings Mountain High’s soccer team is leading the Big South Conference heading into the final week of the regular season. Front row, left to right, are Rece Guy, Summer Campbell, Carly Johnson, Sarah Drennan, Cassidy Calhoun, Paloma Dettloff, Olivia Martin, and Katherine Martin. Back row, Raegan Buchanan, Lauren Campbell, Lindsey Deaver, Baylee Marr, Mackenzie Ramsey, Emma Goff and Georgia Moss. Photo by Gary Smart
Patriots hand NL first loss
MS soccer falls to NL The Kings Mountain Lady Patriots were defeated 6-2 by North Lincoln Thursday. Both teams scored all of their goals in the first half. Sage Wright scored both KM goals. Her first was unassisted and the other was assisted by Megan Carley. The Lady Patriots, 3-7, were scheduled to play at Burns yesterday.
BIG SOUTH FrSTANDINGS Baseball
W-L
Crest
12-0
North Gaston
9-3
Burns
8-4
Cramer
6-6
Forestview
5-6
Kings Mountain
4-8
Ashbrook
3-9
Hunter Huss
0-11
Softball
W-L
Crest
12-0
Kings Mountain
10-2
North Gaston
7-5
Cramer
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Burns
7-5
Forestview
4-8
Hunter Huss
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Ashbrook
0-12
Soccer
W-L-T
Kings Mountain
9-0-1
Crest
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Forestview
7-2
Cramer
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North Gaston
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Ashbrook
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Hunter Huss
1-8
Burns
1-9
Tennis
W-L
Forestview
7-0
Ashbrook
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Cramer
4-3
Crest
3-2
Burns
3-4
North Gaston
2-4
Hunter Huss
1-6
Kings Mountain
0-6
Catie Payne went the distance on the mound in Kings Mountain’s 13-3 Big South Conference win over Burns Friday. She struck out six and did not allow an earned run.
7-run sixth highlights KM victory over Burns Kings Mountain scored seven runs in the sixth inning and went on to defeat Burns 13-3 in a Big South 3A Conference softball game Friday at Burns. The Lady Bulldogs grabbed a 1-0 lead in the bottom of the first and answered KM’s two-run top of the fourth to take a 3-2 lead into the fifth inning. Catie Payne, Jessie Oehler, Summer Deaton, Kameron Marr and Jenna
Ramsey all had RBIs in the top of the sixth as the Lady Mountaineers blew the game open and posted their 10th win in 12 conference outings. Emily Graham added a three-run home run in the top of the seventh. Logan Locklair and Cassie Melton also had multi hit nights as the Lady Mountaineers racked the Burns pitchers for 17 hits.
KM’s Wil Sellers posts GWU record 24th save Gardner-Webb redshirt senior Wil Sellers of Kings Mountain stopped a Presbyterian comeback effort by tossing a scoreless ninth inning, breaking the GWU all-time saves record to give the ‘Dogs a 6-5 win over Presbyterian on Sunday afternoon in Boiling Springs. Gardner-Webb (24-18, 10-8 Big South) completed the series sweep of Presbyterian (13-28, 6-12 Big South), the second series sweep of the year for the Diamond ‘Dogs. With the score at 6-1 after six innings, Presbyterian began its comeback. With one out in the top of the seventh, Andrew Bladt reached on a walk, which was followed by a home run to left field by Jonathan White to bring the Blue Hose within three runs at 6-3. Later in the frame with two away, a wild pitch by Gardner-Webb reliever Landon Mitchell allowed Jack McLaughlin to score to set the score at 6-4.
Presbyterian trimmed GWU’s advantage to just one run with one away in the top of the eighth inning as Colton Chapman hit a solo home run off of the scoreboard in right field. Mitchell retired the following two batters to end the threat. GWU brought Sellers in to work the ninth with hopes of finishing the game for the third time this weekend. White led off the frame with a base hit just past the glove of second baseman Taber Mongero, but Sellers got Nick Guimbarda to ground into a double play in the following at bat to clear the bases. McLaughlin stepped up to the plate with two outs and hit a routine fly ball to right field to end the game, giving Gardner-Webb the win and Sellers the record-breaking save. Sellers now has 24 saves for his career, surpassing a mark set by Adam Izokovic in a 5-4 win over VMI on April 28, 2012. Sellers tied the saves record
SPORTS THIS WEEK Wed., April 25 1 p.m. – Middle school track, Tri-County Conference meet at Lincolnton. Thurs., April 26 4:15 – Middle school baseball and soccer, West Lincoln at Kings Mountain. 5 p.m. – High school soccer, Kings Mountain at Statesville (JV/V DH). Fri., April 27 4 p.m. – High school baseball, Crest at Kings Mountain
Payne went the distance on the mound. She struck out six and did not surrender an earned run. The Lady Mountaineers were playing at Forestview last night. They host first place Crest in their regular season finale Friday at 6 p.m. and will compete in the conference tournament April 30-May 4.
(JV/V DH, last regular season game). 5 p.m. – High school soccer, Crest at Kings Mountain (JV/V DH) 6 p.m. – High school softball, Crest at Kings Mountain (last regular season game). Mon., April 30 TBA – Big South Conference baseball and softball tournaments begin (Continue through May 4). Tues., May 1
TBD – High school golf, Western Regional tournament at Riverbend. 2 p.m. – High school track, Big South Conference championship at Stuart Cramer (continues May 2). 4:15 – Middle school baseball and soccer, Burns at Kings Mountain (last regular season game). 5 p.m. – High school soccer, Stuart Cramer at Kings Mountain (JV/V DH).
Saturday when he came on to pitch the ninth inning with GWU up 5-4. It took him just four pitches to put the Blue Hose down in order. Gardner-Webb returns to action Wednesday evening, taking on Appalachian State at BB&T Ballpark in Charlotte as part of the 2018 Sunbelt Rentals Collegiate Baseball Series. The first pitch is scheduled for 6:05 pm and information about tickets and more can be found at www.bbtballparkcharlotte.com.
Kings Mountain Middle School’s baseball team knocked off undefeated North Lincoln 8-3 in a Tri-County Conference game Thursday at Lancaster Field. The win gave the Patriots a 7-4 record heading into yesterday’s game at Burns. Charlie Melton pitched seven innings to get the win. He gave up just five hits while striking out 13. The Patriot defense did not commit an error. Caleb Broome led the KM plate attack with 3-for3. Melton had a triple and a double. Players with one hit each were Peyton Fisher, Brayden Garris, Jack Jackson (triple)
and Jacob Hamrick. The visitors grabbed a 2-0 lead in the top of the third, but KM answered with four in the bottom of the inning and added three in the fourth to put the game on ice. In a game last Tuesday the Patriots shutout Lincolnton 10-0 with Melton again getting the pitching win. Marty Lovingood pitched two innings in relief and Caleb Broome closed it out. Fisher and Melton collected two hits each to lead the KM plate attack. Broome, Cole Irby, Bennett Davis and Lovingood added a hit apiece.
KMMS sweeps CC track meet Kings Mountain Middle School swept last week’s Cleveland County Track Meet at Shelby. The Patriots scored 78 points to edge Shelby with 72. Burns was third with 30 and Crest fourth with 28. In the girls meet, KM won with 74 points. Crest was second with 69.5, Shelby third at 47.5 and Burns last with 34. Winners for the Kings Mountain boys were Key in the 3200 meter run, Thurman in the 400 meter dash, Ellis in the shot, Hoyle in the high jump and Martin
in the triple jump. Second were Thurman in the 100 meter dash and Black in the 200 meter dash. Winners for the KM girls were Byers in the 55 meter hurdles and high jump and Havin in the long jump. Second were Arnold in the 3200 meter run, Clark in the 400 meter dash, Wilson in the 55 meter hurdles, Arnold in the 800 meter run, Arnold in the 1600 meter run and Currence in the high jump.
Wil Sellers of Kings Mountain is now the career saves leader at Gardner-Webb Univrsity.
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Wednesday, April 25, 2018
CLASSIFIED ADS To place your ad go to CarolinaClassifieds.com or call 704-484-1047 ANNOUNCEMENTS ALL SUMMER MERCHANDISE 70%-90% OFF original retail. From air conditioners to beach toys, we have everything to get you ready for summer. One day only, SAT. MAY 5th, 9am-5pm. SIDE DOOR next to Mighty Dollar, Forest City. CASH ONLY.
EMPLOYMENT SOUTHCO INDUSTRIES, INC. EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY LOOKING FOR EXPERIENCED TRUCK EQUIPMENT UPFITTERS AND INSTALLERS. MECHANICAL EXPERIENCE WOULD BE A PLUS. (704) 482-1477 CAROLYN .GR ANT@SOUTH COINDUSTRIES.COM HELP WANTED: PART-TIME CONSTRUCTION Need Basic Knowledge of New Home Construction. Good Pay For The Right Person! Must Provide References. Call 704472-1916 Leave Message.
Foothills Farmers’ Market Fresh produce, local meats, baked goods, eggs, plants & more! 8am til 12pm. 126 W. Marion St., Shelby - City Pavilion. 100% LOCAL GUARANTEED! We accept EBT and Debit. www. foothillsfarmersmarket.com WANTED BASS PLAYER AND DRUMMER. 50’s Rockabilly singer and guitarist is looking for a Bass Guitarist and Drummer to form a new drug free band. Presently has prospect at local Club in Rutherford County. For more information, Greg at (828) 755-6884
COME DILLY DALLY WITH US! We offer vendor spaces, consignment items on approval, and lots of items for sale. Antiques, Elephants, Golden Books, Wind Chimes, Yard Art, Espresso Beans, Hand Made Soaps, Vintage Jewelry, Tavern Puzzles and a Notary Public on sight. Open Monday thru Saturday from 10 til 6 and Sunday from 1 til 6. 123 West Marion Street Shelby - across the street from the Farmer’s Market. (704) 4817782 dalliedllc@gmail.com ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS. If you want to drink that is your business, if you want to stop, we can help. For help or meeting info, call (24 hrs). (704) 865-1561
EMPLOYMENT RENTAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE MAN NEEDED. Must have own tools and reliable transportation. Call (704) 484-2015 NOW HIRING ROOFERS. Experienced Single Ply Roofers and Experienced Shingle Roofers. Must have valid drivers license. Cline Co., Inc. (704) 477-0516
Drivers: CDL (A or B) LOCAL RECRUITING FAIR Thurs 5/3 & Fri 5/4, 8:00a4:30p Holiday Inn - Conf. Room 2707 Little Rock Rd Charlotte, NC. 28214 18 months Class A or B CDL Apply: TruckMovers.com/apply & call Kim: 855-329-8211
NEEDED: EXPERIENCED DRYWALL FINISHER, PAINTER. Leave message. (704) 487-9991 AUTOMOTIVE DISMANTLER Carguts Recycling Inc is seeking an automotive dismantler. Must be able to work Monday through Friday from 8am to 5pm. Must have own tools ready to dismantler vehicles of all types. Must be able to operate forklift. Must be dependable and have own transportation. Job requires knowledge of vehicles and ability to remove parts from bumper to bumper. Experience required. Wages depends on experience. Apply in person at 360 Ossee Street Blacksburg, SC 29702. No phone calls please. sales@ carguts.com LOCAL COUNTERTOP MANUFACTURER and Installation Company looking for hard working dedicated and punctual individuals part time or full time. Must be able to pass background check. Willing to train the right individual. Please apply in person, 8am-4pm. 111 Fairhope St., Forest City off of Withrow Rd., behind Big Lots. (828) 382-0174 PART TIME CHURCH ADMIN ASSISTANT Local Kings Mountain Church is actively seeking an Admin Assist to provide 25 hours of of¿ce/clerical work to include preparation of bulletin/newsletter and other documents as needed. Must be able to use Microsoft word, Excel, Publisher and Quickbooks. Must be a good Christian individual with a great work ethic and posses adequate of¿ce experience and some education (3 years work exp; high school diploma). This person will also provide support to the ministerial staff. Other required clerical duties/ responsibilities will be explained and discussed once contact with applicants are made. Interested applicants need to apply by submitting their cover letter and resume by mail to Patterson Grove Baptist Church c/o Personnel Committee, 301 Oak Grove Road, Kings Mountain, NC 28086 (704) 739-5826 MAINTENANCE MAN & GROUNDS KEEPER. Needed full time for Rental Properties. Must have valid NC drivers license. (704) 473-4299 FARM LABOR WORKERS NEEDED. Must have NC drivers license. (704) 473-4299
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GUTTER INSTALLERS NEEDED. Drivers License preferred, $10-12 per hour. (828) 288-0647
RESIDENTIAL HOUSE PAINTING. Quality and Dependable work. Free Estimates. Rutherford County only. Call Jeff Appling, (828) 429-2043
ANTIQUE SIDE TABLE. Large starburst mirror, corner carved wood table, Pro Form treadmill, outdoor bar with two stools, (3) large southwest framed artwork, (3) panel metal room divider. (704) 419-3935
10FT. KAYAK WITH SKIRT/ PADDLE. $125.00; Total Gym XLS $300; Craftsman 10” Table Saw $125; Rigid ShopVac 5 gallon $50. (843) 833-5485
MANUFACTURING FAIST ChemTec, Inc. is a manufacturing company in Gastonia NC near Cleveland County. Positions available in our Production Department packing material and using forklifts to move material to other locations in the facility. Several shift opportunities available during the week plus weekend shift available (work 36 hours paid for 40 Friday - Sunday). Company offers Medical, Dental Vision insurance, 401K, and vacation benefits along with competitive wages. Work uniforms are provided to employee at no cost. (704) 874-2309 cindy.mcgrady@ faist-chemtec.com IN NEED OF ROLLBACK DRIVER. Must have valid Id. Local runs. Apply in person at 1025 County Home Road, Shelby, NC 28152.
PART TIME CHURCH ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Local Baptist Church in Shelby is actively seeking an Administrative Assistant to provide 15-20 hours of of¿ce/clerical work to include preparation of weekly bulletin, monthly newsletter, and other documents as needed. Must be able to use Microsoft Word, Excel, Publisher, and Quickbooks. Must be a good Christian individual with a great work ethic and possess adequate of¿ce experience and some education (3 years exp; high school diploma). This person will also provide support to the ministerial staff. Other required clerical duties/ responsibilities will be explained and discussed once contact with applicants are made. Interested applicants need apply by submitting their cover letter and resume by mail to: Ross Grove Baptist Church c/o Personnel Committee 1225 Fallston Rd Shelby, NC 28150 HIRING TRIM CARPENTER. Must have own vehicle and pass background check. Blake 704-477-6894 or Adam (828) 447-8278
BUSINESS SERVICES D&S LAWN CARE. Mowing, Trimming, Edging, Mulch, Leaves, Flower beds, 13 years experience. Residential and Commercial. Taking new customers. (828) 447-4087 BLACK’S JACK OF ALL TRADES. Lawn care, pressure-washing, carpentry, mechanic work, hauling off metal. Whatever needs to be done! CHEAP RATES. 704-4735124 or (864) 978-2862
Nippon Electric Glass, LLC Fiber Glass Products 940 Washburn Switch Road, Shelby, NC 28150 Nippon Electric Glass, (formerly PPG Industries), Inc. is currently interviewing for full-time production positions at its Shelby, NC Fiber Glass manufacturing facility. If you are interested in working in a dynamic, growth oriented environment and being part of a successful, global company, we invite you to join our team. This position requires use of, or access to, information subject to the Export Control Regulations. Accordingly, only U.S. citizens, Green Card holders and political asylees or refugees are eligible to apply. NEG offers competitive wages & excellent benefits including health care, savings plan, education assistance, vacation time & paid holidays. Production operations run 24/7 with 12 hour rotation shifts. Production positions include lifting & carrying, packing, loading, cleaning, and operating equipment or general utility. Production workers starting salary is starting from $16.11, $16.68, and $17.18/hr. & $18.26 per hour, with pay increases every six months for one year. We also offer 1 week of vacation after 6 months and 2 weeks’ of vacation after 1 year of employment. TO APPLY YOU MUST HAVE EARNED A CAREER READINESS CERTIFICATE (CRC) THROUGH THE COMMUNITY COLLEGE or HIGH SCHOOL AT THE BRONZE LEVEL OR HIGHER.
QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS SHOULD APPLY THROUGH THE FOLLOWING: https://neg.selectrakonline.com/apply Applicants must have the legal right to work in the United States. Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/D/V
RUCKER LAWN CARE & ODD JOBS. Tile Cleaning & Sealing. Custom Back Splashes. “No Job Too Small” ! (704) 473-1522
8X12 STORAGE BUILDING with two lofts 4x8, one window, double doors, $1900. (828) 305-1628
CONCRETE WORK. Driveways, Patios, Sidewalks, Masonry, Repairs. Stucco and Brick repairs. FOUNDATION LIFTING. Call John Ellison. (828) 289-3652
DOG KENNELS FOR SALE. Starting at $189.99. Size 10x20 $399.99 up. Other sizes are available. Call J Johnson Sales, Forest City. (828) 245-5895
SCOTT’S GRASS CUTTING Let me cut your grass this spring and summer. Free estimates (704) 751-7474 scottweaver8@yahoo.com
FLAGS AND FLAG POLES. 15 ft., 20 ft., and 25 ft., poles in stock. Delivery and installation available. Call J Johnson Sales, Forest City. (828) 245-5895
LANDSCAPING AND SMALL GRADING. Landscaping, Grass Cutting, and Lot Clearing, Driveway Leveling etc.. Call Kaleb Blanton, if no answer Leave Message. Free Estimates. (704) 692-4203
TRAILERS: WE BUY, SALE, TRADE (must have title). Parts and service on most models. New 5x10 $795 with this ad. Call J Johnson Sales, Forest City. (828) 245-5895
TRACTOR/DOZER WORK. Driveways, Bush Hog, Haul rock, sand, mulch, dirt. Free Estimates. No job too small. 828-429-4742, 828-289-9756 (828) 980-8119
PAYLESS STORAGE BUILDINGS Top Quality. Cash, 90 days same as cash, (rent to own, no credit check). Same or next day delivery on in stock inventory. Free 75 miles. J Johnson Sales, Forest City. (828) 245-5895
CARPORTS, GARAGE, HORSE BARNS. Installed in 2 to 3 weeks or sooner in most cases (standard). Best on site display around. Call J Johnson Sales, Forest City. (828) 245-5895
BOONE’S TREE EXPERTS. Trimming, Topping, Removal, Stump Grinding, Danger trees, Chipper and Bobcat work. Insured. Free Estimates. 828-429-4742, 828-289-9756, (828) 980-8119 CLEVELAND COUNTY GARAGE DOORS. Spring Garage Door Special: Single size starting at $499. Double size starting at $849. Garage door repairs and installations. Ask about glass door installation and repair. 704-419-0117 (704) 472-9367 HANDYMAN, RETIRED. General contractor available for small job repairs and fixes. Deck repair a specialty. Call Bob, (828) 476-6058 YARD CLEAN-UP. Debris Removal. Spreading Gravel and Mulch. Creating flower beds and small Gardens and stone walkways. Bush trimming and small tree removal or pruning. Practically anything outdoors. Tidy up your place. You call, I haul. No job too small in Cleveland County. (980) 295-0750 MCPHERSON HANDY MAN SERVICES. Lawn Care and Pressure Washing. Free estimates. (704) 300-1299 BARNETT’S LAWN MAINTENANCE. Grass Cutting, Mulching, Pressure Washing, Weed Eating, Hedge trimming, Debris removal. Residential & Commercial. Free Estimates, Insured. Rutherford & Cleveland County (828) 447-8287
YARD SALES CLEVELAND COUNTY JUNIOR CHARITY LEAGUE FUNDRAISER. Attic Treasures - Saturday, May 5th, 8am - 12pm. Admission is $2. Proceeds from the attic sale benefit the Clothing Room Project of the Junior Charity League of Shelby which clothes hundreds of school aged children in our community each year. To be held at Cleveland County Fairgrounds in Shelby. 1751 East Marion St., Shelby, NC 28152 MULTI FAMILY YARD SALE Sat Apr 28th, 2018 from 07:00 AM - ? New and used clothes, shoes, household items, cribs, furniture, lamps and antiques 108 Victor Dr, Shelby, NC 28152
SCOOTERS, CHAIRS AND LIFTS Scooter man John buying: Mobility Scooters, Electric Chairs and Lift chairs. Call with information about your device. (704) 951-4224 CARPORTS, RV/BOAT COVERS, Equipment, Hay, Livestock. Protect your investments. Largest on site display around, 1000’s of options, 12’ to 60’ wide, 300’ or longer. J Johnson Sales, Forest City. (828) 245-5895 LARGEST TRAILER INVENTORY and Selection around. BEST prices, new 5x8 $595. Custom built welcome. 2k to 20 ton Utility, Cargo, Dump, Equipment, Livestock. J Johnson Sales, Forest City. (828) 245-5895 C-PAP MACHINE FOR SALE. Almost brand new. Best offer! Call (828) 245-9662 GENERAL G9225 LATHE. Variable speed 2 HP, 208-230V motor. $1600. (704) 868-0660
ADVERTISE YARD SALE IN ALL FIVE PAPERS Classifieds Get Results!
WHIZ BANG POPCORN MACHINE Gay 90’s Model # 2014 with Four Wheel Cart. In good condition! $900.00 Call 704-692-4449
SCOOTERS AND ELECTRIC CHAIRS REPAIRED We repair most makes and models, 16 years experience. Most repairs we can do at your residence. Many programs available, call for your appointment. Cash, check or bank card accepted for payment. (704) 951-4224
WTB: OLD STEREO COMPONENTS: working or not from 1940-1980. Receivers, Amps, Speakers, etc. Also parts, like tubes, etc. (828) 919-9789 cube4square@hotmail.com REFRIGERATORS, STOVES, WASHERS, DRYERS. Discount Prices. 1205 Earl Rd, Shelby, NC. (704) 487-4443 POULAN XT GEAR DRIVE RIDING MOWER, 42 inch cut, 17.5 HP Briggs & Stratton. Good Condition! $300 or best offer! (704) 419-9201 LOOKING FOR VINTAGE FIREARMS to restore. Prefer .22, .38, .357. Please call 704600-8560.
WANTED, NON RUNNING RIDING MOWER. Must be good condition. (Shelby area). Call or text pic and price. Please leave message & phone number (704) 472-5962 MEDIUM SIZE HOT POINT REFRIGERATOR, $100. Upright freezer, Sears, $100. Both in good condition. Other items for sale. 9 to 7pm. (704) 472-5486 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 PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS with Scratch Pads! Press Room Printing. 704-482-2243. (704) 538-5788
FURNITURE, SIRIUS BOOM BOX. Couch, bunkbeds, 2 desks, chest of drawers, dorm fridge, various other items. (980) 295-8576 HORSE QUALITY HAY. 4x5 roll, never rained on, $40 picked up. (828) 289-2648 4.3 LITRE CHEVY ENGINE. Good condition. Out of a 1990 S10 Blazer. Only $450. Call (704) 466-3893 REFRIGERATORS, STOVES, WASHERS, DRYERS, and odd furniture. 704-481-0954 and after 5pm, call (704) 482-0540
RUTHERFORD COUNTY ELLENBORO: GARAGE/ YARD SALE. Sat April 28, 8am-1pm. 154 Edley Toney Road, Ellenboro, NC 28040 ALL SUMMER MERCHANDISE 70%-90% OFF original retail. From air conditioners to beach toys, we have everything to get you ready for summer. One day only, SAT. MAY 5th, 9am-5pm. SIDE DOOR next to Mighty Dollar, Forest City. CASH ONLY.
AUTO PARTS FOR SALE. 1989-1994 Toyota truck parts. 1968-1972 Ford parts. 1995 Nissan truck parts. Automatic transmission for Toyota truck. Gray factory Ford wheels, 7”x7”x15”. Set of factory Ford gray center caps & beauty rims 7”x15” and 8”x15”. 20012005 Honda Civic parts. Antique barbers chair. WANTED TO BUY: Pickup trucks of any model, make or condition. Nissan and Toyota trucks and Honda cars. (704) 538-9742
POOL TABLE, 8 FOOT, Professional slate top with accessories, $525. (828) 287-7813 DISCOUNT POOL SUPPLY, INC. Offering Above and Inground pools, parts and supplies. We also maintenance, open/close pools, etc. 704418-3277. (828) 245-7540 PRIDE JAZZY 614 Premium riding chair, cushion seat, 285 lb capacity, runs like new, HD battery. (704) 951-4224 HORSE QUALITY HAY. Square and round bales. Call (704) 487-6855
5’X8’ DUMP TRAILER. $1000 or best offer. (704) 472-3248 GRASSHOPPER 721D ING MOWER 61” Cut Hopper. Little rust on deck. $3200 or best (704) 466-1693
RIDwith front offer!
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CLASSIFIED ADS To place your ad go to CarolinaClassifieds.com or call 704-484-1047 FOR SALE
FARM & GARDEN
CARS & TRUCKS
HUSKEE SUPREME REAR TINE TILLER, excellent condition, $350. 18” Ford Backhoe Bucket, $300. Ford Ripper Tooth, $250. (828) 289-1817 CORBIN FAMILY BEE SUPPLY offering 8 and 10 Frame Woodenware. Same prices as 2017. Call for appointment. (828) 980-1823 PRIDE SCOOTER Nice scooter, new batteries, light weight, ez transported. 225 lb capacity. Charger included. Price includes setup & delivery. (704) 951-4224 mobilityservices07@gmail.com DEERING 5 STRING BANJO. with Case & Stand. Gold Plated. “Like New!” $1650.00 OBO. call 704-434-7136 or (704) 600-8404 CEMETERY LOTS. 3 CEMETERY LOTS IN KINGS MOUNTAIN NC. LOT 3084, SECTION 3. IN THE OLDER PART OF THE CEMETERY. (828) 863-2408
2007 HONDA PILOT 139047 miles, Call for Price, (704) 748-1890 sales@ctcautosports.com
KUBOTA TRACTOR BX2660. 4WD, front end loader, 60” deck, diesel, hydrostatic drive, 700 hours, 3 point hitch, $11,500. (704) 477-8784
BOATS TANDEM AXLE ALUMINUM TRAILER. for 24 foot boat. $1500 704-842-4716 or (704) 922-0433 20HP MERCURY OUTBOARD MOTOR. Tiller controls, fuel tank and fuel lines, new water pump. $450. 704922-0433 or (704) 842-4716
PETS & LIVESTOCK
ZEP PARTS WASHER. Good condition! $75.00 obo. Call 704-434-7136 or (704) 6008404
DANNY’S AUTOWERKS. Buying used or junk cars. Competitive prices. Jimmy, 828-289-1175 (828) 247-1070 WANT TO BUY LAND to build a home. Minimum 5 acres, wooded, mountain view. Email details, price, etc to: landpage777@gmail.com $$CASH$$ FOR OLD FISHING LURES. Call Rick Hutton, Collector. (704) 695-4917 WE BUY UNWANTED JUNK CARS. We will come to you. We pay cash on the spot. Not titles needed. ID required. (803) 374-7545 WANTED TO BUY. Good Used Furniture and Appliances, and antiques and estates. 704-481-0954 and after 5pm call (704) 482-0540 WANT TO BUY CARS, TRUCKS. Trailers, Metal Boats, Tractors, Farm Equipment & scrap metal. Must have ID & proof of ownership. Callahan’s Towing. (704) 692-1006
2004 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 122512 miles, Call for Price, (704) 748-1890 sales@ctcautosports.com
2007 MERCURY MOUNTAINEER 110373 miles, Call for Price, (704) 748-1890 sales@ctcautosports.com
2002 NISSAN MAXIMA 143106 miles, Best Offer!, (704) 748-1890 sales@ctcautosports.com
AUSTRALIAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES FOR SALE I have red and black tri male and female available. Both parents are double registered. Puppies will be ready May 20th. Please text if interested. (864) 4909628 nikki.bell62@yahoo.com LIVESTOCK FOR SALE. Pure breed, Angus Bulls and Heifers. Jacob Fork Ranch. Call 704538-1199. (704) 600-7847
I PAY CASH FOR DIABETIC Test Strips. Up to $10 per 100ct. Must be Unused, Unexpired. I’m local & pay fast. (828) 577-4197 WWII COLLECTOR wanting to BUY German Pistols, Military Guns, Helmets, Knives & Flags. I BUY Small & Large Gun Collections also. Licensed FFL, TOP cash paid. (828) 980-3329 WANTED: OLD AND NEW AMMO. Reloading supplies. (828) 245-6756 HOUSE WANTED - NH Couple wants 3 bedroom, 2 bath, Well Maintained Country Home 2-10 acres, Rutherford and surrounding counties, no Lakefront or HOA’s, cash purchase/ no realtors (603) 466-9898 valleygravel@outlook.com NEED CASH? I will buy your old used Nintendo NES, Super Nintendo, Game Boy and N64 Games. Small/big lots. (828) 748-7264
FREE KITTENS FOR INSIDE HOMES Don’t Wait! Reputable/Good Homes Only! Please Call (704) 472-7116 AKC SIBERIAN HUSKIES, parents on site. Shots UTD. $450 each. 2 females black and white with blue eyes. 704480-6178, (704) 418-1360 GERMAN ROTTWEILER PUPPIES AND GREAT PYRENEES puppies for sale. (828) 289-8844 FOUND: KINGS MOUNTAIN, CHERRYVILLE AREA. Small dog (Jack Russell) very friendly. Leave message. (704) 300-4030 TWO CHICKEN COOPS. With 7 one year old Golden Comet chickens in each coop. (704) 477-5460
1999 FORD ECONOLINE CARGO VAN High Rise Custom Van. A-1 condition, loaded, new tires. 200K miles. (704) 297-5401
1998 CHEVROLET VENTURE mini van, new engine, $1400. Also used furniture. 704-6929915 or (704) 434-7761 2000 MAZDA B-SERIES 2WD TRUCK B2500, 5 speed, new clutch, 81,860 miles. $3000 firm. (704) 300-3990
1/2 ACRE MOBILE HOME LOT and 3 acre Mobile Home lot. Both in Casar on paved street & county water. 704-538-1199. 214 Mace Rd, Casar, NC 28021 (704) 6007847
CAMPERS
32.8 ACRES, 306 HULL ROAD. Northern Cleveland County, with timber and small stream. $118,000. (704) 5389979
2014 SALEM GRAND VILLA CAMPER. 408 Red Park Model. 3 Slides, 2 A/Cs, Dishwasher, Fireplace, Central Vacuum, Full Size Fridge, Queen Bed, Hide-A-Bed, Sofa, 2 TVs, Microwave, Sliding Door. Parked under roof since new! $25,500 obo. Call 704-434-7136 or (704) 600-8404
2001 ACURA CL 97861 miles, Call for Price, (704) 748-1890 sales@ctcautosports.com 2002 TOYOTA CAMRY XLE V6, fully loaded, remote start, new tires, runs great, $3000. (828) 657-1984 2017 TOYOTA TACOMA 4WD TRD 4X4 OFF ROAD. 2200 miles, extended cab, loaded, all bells and whistles. Buy for $34,000 or take over lease. (828) 447-4023
2001 FORD F-150 78654 miles, Call for Price, (704) 748-1890 sales@ctcautosports.com
2007 PONTIAC G6 133121 miles, Best Offer!, (704) 7481890 sales@ctcautosports.com
SCENIC RIDGE CAMPGROUND. CHERRYVILLE, NC. RV, Tent Sites, Cabins. Ask about 20% OFF Seasonal Sites. (704) 435-0938
2004 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT WAGON Body in good condition, 4 door Sedan, blown motor, price negotiable. (828) 447-3011
2001 CHEVROLET TAHOE 150325 miles, Call for Price, (704) 748-1890 sales@ctcautosports.com
2006 FORD FIVE HUNDRED SEL, Rebuilt transmission 91,000 miles ago, total mileage 246K, all leather interior plus heated front seats, good tires, cold air, no rust. Many extras. PRICE JUST DROPPED. Must see to appreciate. $3750. 704-6921384. (704) 482-4013 2017 RAM 1500 Express 4x4, 5.7 HEMI, silver regular cab, short bed, auto, 4900 miles, excellent condition. New car ordered, Next to sell. (704) 538-0460 2003 CHEVROLET S-10 104K miles. 5 speed. $2500. 2000 Lincoln Town Car EX, 198k miles. $2100. 1964 Impala Chevrolet, 350 engine, 4 door, $5000. (828) 453-1558 2003 CHEVROLET S-10 104K miles. 5 speed. $2500. 2000 Lincoln Town Car EX, 198k miles. $2100. 1964 Impala Chevrolet, 350 engine, 4 door, $5000. (828) 453-1558 2007 HYUNDAI SONATA Vin # 5NPEU46F07H240692, has been abandoned at Vickers Auto Parts, Chesnee, SC. Contact us within 10 days. Ron, (800) 922-1429 2012 TOYOTA CAMRY Vin # 4T1BD1FK8CU015074, has been abandoned at Vickers Auto Parts, Chesnee, SC. Contact us within 10 days. Ron, (800) 922-1429
LAWNDALE AREA. Cleared 1.3 acre lot, water and septic, priced to sell. Owner will finance with low down payment. Call Bryant Realty, www.bryantrealty.org 5201 Monroe Rd, Charlotte, NC 28205 (704) 567-9836 FOR SALE BY OWNER. 6+ acres land with well and septic. 3000 feet off main highway with view. North of Casar. $28,000 firm. Call Johnny Short at (704) 538-8408 THIS OLD HOUSE. Approx 2000 sqft. Great kitchen, 3 baths, unusual architectural features, a huge utility room, lots of indoor/outdoor storage, well landscaped, beautifully decorated, priced to sell quickly. (704) 538-8110 RUTHERFORD COUNTY
CAMPER COVER $300 camper cover 84x72 white fiberglass ARE brand obo (704) 300-1818 kim_hopper@bellsouth.net
MOTORCYCLES & ATVS 2005 HONDA PILOT 139505 miles, Call for Price, (704) 748-1890 sales@ctcautosports.com
FOR SALE BY OWNER Commercial Building located at 4522 Polkville Road (Hwy. 226). Across from Hometown Market in Polkville, NC. Approximately 800 Sq. Ft. Has County Water. $35,000. Call 704-4772606 or 828-453-0617
2005 CHEVROLET EQUINOX LS, 2nd owner, serviced regular, lady driven, only 165k miles, PW, PDL, non smoking, $4195. (828) 289-7790
WANT TO BUY. Pop-up campers. (828) 429-3935
CARS & TRUCKS
FARM & GARDEN HAY, 4X4 ROUND BALES. No rain, $20 each. Forest City area. (828) 305-2679
CLEVELAND COUNTY UTILITIES INCLUDED, $289 WEEKLY. Monthly Rates Available. WoodSpring Suites, newly renovated. Fully furnished studio w/kitchenette. Group Rates Available. 1010 Sue Lane, Shelby. (704) 4871001
2008 HONDA ACCORD SDN 130247 miles, Best Offer!, (704) 748-1890 sales@ctcautosports.com
FREE BEAUTIFUL KITTENS to a good home. Call (704) 538-7195
CASH FOR YOUR CAR running or not, title or no title. Call Charles Dellinger at Red Road Towing. 704-692-6767 or (704) 487-0228 BUYING JUNK CARS, title or no title, running or not. Fast on time service. (704) 692-6752
FOR RENT
SHELBY RV PARK. RV Lots available. (704) 300-1573
ANTIQUE SIDE TABLE. Large starburst mirror, corner carved wood table, Pro Form treadmill, outdoor bar with two stools, (3) large southwest framed artwork, (3) panel metal room divider. (704) 919-3935
WANT TO BUY
REAL ESTATE CLEVELAND COUNTY
2015 DODGE JOURNEY SXT, Maroon color, 56k miles. Excellent condition. $13,500. (704) 480-7600
CUB CADET RZT-50. Zero turn mower. 50” wide deck. Like new, ready to go. $1800 (704) 434-4862
REALLY NICE GLASS OUTDOOR TABLE with 4 chairs. Maytag washer & dryer. (2) twin size hide-a-bed sofas, low price, good condition. Marble round coffee table. King size bed, gorgeous headboard, custom made, priced to sell. Lift chair, dark green leather with matching foot stool, excellent condition. (704) 538-8110
CARS & TRUCKS 2004 FORD RANGER with extended cab, V6 automatic, $4995. (828) 287-3820
2006 HONDA SHADOW, SPIRIT 750. $3400 nego. (704) 472-0448 2009 KAWASAKI VULCAN 900 CUSTOM Metallic Midnight Sapphire Blue. Only 13,500 miles. Call (704) 418-0088
VACATIONS OCEAN LAKES, MYRTLE BEACH, Cottage N34. 2 bedroom, 2 bath, den, kitchen/dining, covered deck, near country store. Call Dorcas 803-6359831. (803) 718-2659 OCEAN LAKES BEACH HOUSE. 2 bedroom, 2 bath. Also, pullout couch, queen size and golf cart. Weeks and weekends. Good off season rates. 704-482-9781 (704) 472-5182 TWO BEACH HOUSES FOR RENT. One in Ocean Lakes, 2 bedroom, 2 bath, golf cart included. One in Ocean Side Village, Surfside. 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath. Real nice. Washer/dryer, golf cart included. Ocean view off back porch. (704) 434-9502 OCEAN LAKES VACATION. 1678 STARFISH. 3 bedroom, washer, dryer, large covered front porch. Reduced rates for spring & fall. Summer dates avail. 704-473-6109. sheilaba@ bellsouth.net (704) 484-2015 OCEAN LAKES BEACH HOUSE. Myrtle Beach, SC. 5 bedrooms, 3 baths, 4 decks, close to ocean. WiFi, all amenities. Open weeks 6/16, 7/7, 7/14, 7/28, 8/11. (704) 718-4731 OCEAN LAKES 3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH. Washer/dryer, gas grill, golf cart included. $1200 wk. (704) 472-7145
HOME FOR SALE BY OWNER. 166 Beheler Road, Forest City. Call for more info. (828) 287-5049 4.3 ACRES ON HWY. 64/74A, Green Hill. Approx 7 miles from Lake Lure. Wooded, over 475’ road frontage. $29,900. (864) 909-1035
CARRY-OUT GRILL. For rent in Casar. Call Johnny Short at (704) 538-8408 LIONS SENIOR VILLAGE has 1 bedroom HUD subsidized apartments for low income seniors. Taking applications. Age 62 or older. 211 N. Morgan St, Shelby. Equal Housing Opportunity. (704) 482-7723 LARGE 1 BEDROOM APARTMENT. Shelby, near Marion School. H/W floors, W/D hook-ups, No HAP or pets. Heat & water included in $450 month. (704) 487-5480 2&3 BEDROOM APARTMENTS. Available now! Stove and refrigerator furnished, W/D hookups. Rent based on income. EHO. Shelby. (704) 487-1114 2 BEDROOM DUPLEX FOR RENT. NO SMOKING, references & deposit required. Country setting in Kings Mountain. $550 month. (704) 300-9686 1905 PRENTICE DRIVE, SHELBY. 3 bedroom mobile home includes appliances, water, trash collection & lawn mowing. Freshly painted and cleaned. $550 month, $550 deposit required. Coming soon. 2 bedroom mobile home, $475 month. Ware Properties. (704) 458-4848 801 SOUTH LAFAYETTE STREET. Shelby, NC. Office spaces for rent. Starting at $359. 704-472-4666. (704) 472-3100 TRAILER LOTS FOR RENT. 135 Wiggins Lane, Kings Mountain, NC. $250 each month. 704-472-4666. (704) 472-3100
EAST RUTHERFORD COUNTY. Off Hwy 120, beautiful 1.5 acre lot, cleared and ready for home with water and septic. Owner will finance with low down payment. Call Bryant Realty, 704-567-9836. www. bryantrealty.org 5201 Monroe Rd, Charlotte, NC 28205 N.C. HOMES 4 SALE By Owner. AVIONRE.COM
FOR RENT CLEVELAND COUNTY FREE HEAT AND WATER. Large 1 bedroom apartment, Shelby. Second floor, small complex. Excellent location. No pets or HAP. Heat & water included in $450 month. (704) 487-5480 DOUBLEWIDE MOBILE HOME. Located between Belwood and Casar, Suitable for small family. No pets. (704) 538-9457 2&3 BEDROOM MOBILE HOMES. Nice and clean, water furnished. Oak Grove Community, Kings Mtn. Call or text (704) 739-0259
LATTIMORE, 3 BEDROOM APT. Half of Duplex - 3 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer/Dryer connections. 4 miles from Boiling Springs. Deposit and References. No Pets. Voucher accepted if already approved. $550. (704) 472-9798 RUTHERFORD COUNTY NEWLY REMODELED. Energy Efficient 1 Bedroom Apartment, Forest City. $425 per month plus deposit. Also, 2 bedroom, $465. (828) 2481776
MOBILE HOMES & APARTMENTS. In Kings Mountain. Price starting at $100 per week. Call (704) 739-4417
2 & 3 BEDROOM MOBILE Homes for rent. Ellenboro, New House Road and Shelby. No calls after 9pm. 828-3051650, (828) 755-5257
2 BEDROOM DUPLEX. Shelby area. No smoking, No Hap, No pets. $500 month. References and deposit required. Good neighborhood. (704) 482-7504
2 BEDROOM, 1 BATH HOUSE. Could be 3 bed. Downtown Rutherfordton. Fenced back yard, no pets, $675 plus deposit. (828) 4587403
HICKORY CREEK APARTMENTS FOR SENIORS (62 & older), disabled (50 & older). 418 E. Warren St., Shelby. Now taking applications for waiting list. EHO. (704) 487-6354
$199.99 & UP WEEKLY SPECIAL. Town & Country Inn, Spindale. WiFi, Micro-fridge, flatscreen, HD ESPN/Showtime. Nightly $49.99 & up. (828) 286-3681
OCEAN LAKES BEACH HOUSE RENTAL. 2 bedroom, 2 bath. Sleeps 6. Call for reservations. Please leave message at (704) 484-3234
1 BEDROOM STUDIO APARTMENT. All utilities included, $180 weekly or monthly for discount. Forest City. Call for more info. (828) 245-0444
IN HEART OF MYRTLE BEACH. Vacation Home with 3 bedrooms, 2 baths. Close to beach! $550 per week. Call 750-3082 or (704) 418-3790
2 & 3 BEDROOM Mobile Homes. Small private park between Spindale and Forest City. From $125 week & up. (828) 245-0444
(2) 3 BEDROOM HOMES For rent in Ocean Lakes. All amenities, no pets. Please leave message. (704) 692-9133 OCEAN LAKES BEACH HOUSE, Myrtle Beach, SC. 5 bedrooms, 3 baths, 4 decks, close to ocean. WiFi, all amenities. Open weeks 6/16, 7/7, 7/14, 7/28, 8/11. (704) 867-4066
RV LOTS FOR RENT $475 each/month. Electrical/Water/Sewer Hookups. Nice quiet acreage with wildlife, Boiling Springs NC. Close to NC Mountains (Asheville), Broad River Greenway NC, Gaffney, SC shopping. Call (704) 913-0001
EFFICIENCY APARTMENT. Includes utilities, cable and wifi, 3 minute drive to downtown Forest City. From $150 week, discount monthly. (828) 245-0444
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Wednesday, April 25, 2018
Wells family reunion Sunday
SOPHOMORES - Pictured are Kings Mountain High School Sophomores who were inducted into the Beta Club at recent ceremonies.
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The 31st reunion of the John and Britter Wells family descendants will be held Sunday, April 29, 2018, at Dixon Presbyterian Church Fellowship Hall at 602 Dixon School Road, Kings Mountain, at 1 p.m.. The family meeting will begin with a pot-luck dinner followed by a short business meeting. The group will ride to the old Wells Cemetery, located on the Hughes farm on Stewart Road, to view the tombstones of the original members of the family. Family members are asked to bring documents, wills, pictures, etc. for display. All descendants are urged to attend to share the food, fellowship, memories, laughter, and family genealogy. Current Officers of the Reunion are: Rev. Robert Wells- President, Tom WellsVice-President, and Steve Wells-Secretary/Treasurer. Hilda Moss is the Historian. John and Britter Wells
were among the earliest settlers in this area, buying land in the Dixon Community from a land grant issued by the King of England prior to the Revolutionary War. Their cabin was used to treat the wounded from the Battle of Kings Mountain. Currently the oldest residence in Cleveland County, it is depicted on the historical mural on the Plonk Dept. Store wall in downtown Kings Mountain. It’s presently owned by Ms. Elizabeth Stewart on Stewart Road. John was one of the signers of the Tyron Resolve which predates the Declaration of Independence. The old Wells Cemetery, where John & Britter Wells are buried, is on the Betty Hughes farm located on Stewart Road, Kings Mountain. For additional information about the reunion, call Secretary Steve Wells at 704-7391545, VPres Tom Wells at 704-600-5706, or President Robert Wells at 864-489-8680.
Saturday, April 28th 11am until 9pm Sunday, April 29th 1pm until 7pm
DAILY ADMISSION $8 Saturday $8 Sunday
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All Amusement Rides & Entertainment Included!
WINNERS IN FUN RUN -Two Kings Mountain Intermediate School students placed first and third in the annual Cleveland County Fun Run for fifth grade girls in the 1/2 mile running race. The 13th Cleveland County Fun Run was held on Saturday, April 14th at Shelby High School. The three 5th grade girls were the fastest runners in the 1/2 mile running race. Placing first is Brooke Waseman of Kings Mountain Intermediate School (center in picture), placing second is Kayleigh Greene of Fallston Elementary (left in picture), and placing third is Alexa Jones of Kings Mountain Intermediate School (right in picture). Brooke Waseman, who placed first this year, has competed in the annual Cleveland County Fun Run 1/2 mile running race for the past 5 years and placed in the top two each year. Photo submitted
SHELBY CITY PARK • 850 W. Sumter Street • Shelby • NC
Awesome Carnival Rides • Carnival Food • Games • Magical Illusions with Captain Jim the Pirate • Face Painting • Circus Stella • Costume Characters: Spider Man & Deadpool • Bubbleman • Balloon Artist
Saturday Night Fireworks Extravaganza 9:00pm Captain Jim "Is Magic" performing Saturday 1, 3, 5 & 7 pm Sunday 1:30, 3:30 & 5:30 pm
CIRCUS STELLA Sunday Only 2:15, 4:15 & 6:15 pm
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Dancers pictured above performed on the stage at Kings Mountain’s Earth Day this past Saturday. Photo by Christy Conner
Republican Party Primary Election May 8, 2018 Early Voting Dates April 19 - May 5
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Inspections Cleveland County Health Department inspected facilities that serve food the week of April 9-13. CJ’s Grill, S. Cansler St., received a grade of 95 and Patrick Senior Center, E. King St., received a grade of 99.5.
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