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City clarifies E5 Holdings buys land across purchase of from casino for $685,000 land in 2015 By Loretta Cozart

By Loretta Cozart Last week, the Herald reported on two parcels of land purchased by the City MARILYN SELLERS of Kings Mountain in 2015 in order to provide utilities to NTE Energy, now known as Carolina Power Partners, LLC. Documentation provided by City of Kings Mountain shows the city billed NTE

Energy, and NTE Energy paid the city a month later and before the property switched hands. In a phone call with Kings Mountain City Manager Marilyn Sellers on Monday, July 20, Sellers explained the transaction saying, “We had an agreement with NTE that the city would purchase the property and they (NTE) would, in turn, reimburse us. What happened was that it became a pass through. A payment was received by the city from NTE, and we See CITY, Page 4

Kings Mountain casino area land, purchased in June, has been in buying process since 2018. A Memorandum of Option Contract to purchase the land was obtained by CHT Enterprises, LLC on November 21, 2018. In May of 2020, CHT Enterprises, LLC became the managing member of E5 Holdings, LLC, along with members Eddie Holbrook, Stuart Legrand, and Douglas Brown. Together, members of E5 Holdings, LLC purchased the property on June 2 for approximately $685,000, according to the excise tax noted on the deed. The document was filed with the Cleveland County Register of

Deeds office on June 11. E5 Holdings, LLC was incorporated in Nevada on May 12, 2020. The Managing Member of E5 Holdings, LLC is CHT Enterprises, LLC that incorporated in Delaware on Feb. 12, 1996. Its entity name is Kings Mountain Land Development Partners II, LLC. The company’s 2020 Annual Report is signed by Trent Testa and the electronic signature on that report is Gene Harris, as manager. The corporation is listed as a Close Company in Delaware, meaning it “cannot sell stock shares publicly under Title 8, Subchapter XIV, Subchapter 341”. Essentially, CHT Enterprises, LLC acts a shell corporation for Kings Mountain Land Development

Partners II, LLC. One of the principal’s addresses listed for CHT Enterprises, LLC is 19211 Youngblood Road West, Charlotte, NC, 28278. That is the home address of Trent Testa. The businesses’ annual report also lists Post Office Box 846 in Kings Mountain, NC, which belongs to Roadside Truck Plaza of Kings Mountain, also owned by Testa. On November 21, 2018, CHT Enterprises, LLC signed a Memorandum of Option Contract with the Hagan Family, LLC, giving the corporation one-year plus 90-days to purchase land at 245 Dixon School Road. However, the document was not filed with Cleveland County Register of

Deeds office until March 12, 2019. One-year and 90 days from the date of filing would be June 11, 2020. When CHT Enterprises, LLC’s Memorandum of Option Contract was signed, Eddie Holbrook was serving his final weeks as Chairman of the Cleveland County Commission and his term of office did not expire until Dec. 3, 2018. NC G.S. 14234.1 prohibits any public officer from getting a financial benefit based on non-public information that the public officer has because of their role in local government, if that information is not public knowledge. It is not uncommon for See E5, Page 2

Catawba Indian Nation to break ground on casino Wednesday T h e Catawba Indian Nation will hold a groundbreaking ceremony for a new, BILL HARRIS state-ofthe art casino development project on Wednesday, July 22, at 10:30 am, at 245 Dixon School Road in Kings Mountain, off I-85 at Exit 5. The event will be a celebration for the Catawba Indian Nation and the surrounding community as work begins on this important and long-awaited eco-

nomic development project. Through construction and completion, the project will employ 4,000 North Carolinians from the surrounding region. Speakers include Catawba Indian Nation Chief Bill Harris, Delaware North, Gaming President E. Brian Hansberry, Cleveland County Commissioners Chair Susan Allen, and Kings Mountain Mayor Scott Neisler. Masks are required, and social distancing measures will be in effect. We will be adhering to North Carolina's COVID19 Restrictions on outdoor event capacity.

The area highlighted on the map is property owned by E5 Holdings, LLC and they have asked for a rezoning. The large parcel east of the highlighted property is owned by the city and is currently open for upset bid. The smaller property to the south, between E5 Holdings and the I-85 Service Road, is property owned by Trent Testa, who has also requested rezoning. Photo by Cleveland County GIS

Planning and Zoning Board meets

Board recommends City Council NC K-12 public approve 2 rezoning requests schools require safety measures to re-open

G o v ernor Roy Cooper and North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NC ROY COOPER DHHS) Secretary Dr. Mandy Cohen were joined today by education and health leaders to announce health and safety plans for K-12 public schools for the new school year. Schools will open for in-person instruction under an updated Plan B that requires face coverings for all

K-12 students, fewer children in the classroom, measures to ensure social distancing for everyone in the building, and other safety protocols. “The most important opening is that of our classroom doors. Our schools provide more than academics; they are vital to our children’s’ health, safety and emotional development,” said Governor Cooper. “This is a difficult time for families with hard choices on every side. I am committed to working together to ensure our students and educators are as safe as possible and that children have opportunities to learn in the way that is best for them and their families.” See SCHOOLS, Page 4

By Loretta Cozart Kings Mountain’s Planning and Zoning Board met on Tuesday July 14 to discuss several zoning requests along Dixon School Road near the I-85 interchange. There was a quorum present and all members of the board were in attendance: CCETJ Chairman

Doug Lawing, Vice Chairman Ron Humphries, Todd Wilson, Chris Jolly, Ronnie Franks, Joseph Allen, Maury Williams, Bobby Elliott, Donald Atkins, Renee Bost, and Audrey Cody. After Stuart Gilbert updated to the board on the Comprehensive Plan and shared a PowerPoint presentation regarding Consis-

tency Statements, the board addressed the two matters of action on the agenda. Property owner Trent Testa submitted Zoning Request Z-1-6-20, for parcel number 11658 at 259 Dixon School Road in Kings Mountain and asked his property to be rezoned from light industrial to general business. Testa did not

attend the meeting. The second item considered was Zoning Request Z-2-6-20 submitted by members of E5 Holdings, LLC, Eddie Holbrook, Doug Brown, Stuart LeGrand, for parcel number 11650 at 245 Dixon School Road in Kings Mountain, asking the property to be See ZONING, Page 4

New dates and new virtual component

Real to Reel Film Festival By Violet Arth

The Cleveland County Arts Council is excited to begin another decade of offering amazing cinema to film festival goers. Originally slated for the end of July, this year, the 21st annual International Real to Reel Film Fest has been rescheduled for September 9-12 at the Joy Performance Theatre in Kings Mountain.

Although the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic has been felt by filmmakers, event planners, and venues around the world, Real to Reel organizers are

hoping the delayed dates and a new virtual companion component will expand the outreach and preparation time for this exploration of international film. “Postponing the festival was not a decision we took lightly but one we felt was best for everyone, and it gave us the opportunity to add a virtual component. We are excited to work with Seed and Spark to bring

Real to Reel Film Festival into the virtual festival space via their platform,” commented Festival Director Violet Dukes. More details are forthcoming in regard to this online element of screenings. The selection committee screened nearly 150 film submissions, from amateur and professional filmmakers, including animated See FILM, Page 4

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■ OBITUARIES

Thomas “Tom” Charles Harper Thomas “Tom” Charles Harper died July 10, 2020 at his home. A private celebration of life took place on July 16, 2020. Mr. Harper was born in Greenville, NC to the late Thomas Wilson Harper and Maude Plonk Harper. He graduated from Gaston College and attended Brevard College and UNC-Charlotte. He retired from Bartlett Nuclear, Inc. He was also previously employed by the City of Walhalla, Duke Power and John E. Jenkins, Inc. He was an avid tennis enthusiast and was a member of Spindle Tree Racquet Club for over twenty years. Survivors include his wife, Frances D. Harper of the home; stepsons, Matthew (Jacqueline) Reynolds of Pendleton, SC and Micah Reynolds (Caitlin Payne) of Del Norte, CO; sisters, Susan (Gerard) Roche of Cramerton, NC; Mary Louise (James) Ware of Kings Mountain, NC; and Barbara Harper of Cramerton, NC; three step-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Epworth Children’s Home, PO Box 50466, Columbia, SC 29250; Hospice of the Foothills, 390 Keowee School Rd., Seneca, SC 29672; or a charity of the donor’s choice. Keowee Funeral Service of Oconee is assisting the family.

Jean Mullinax Hopper Kings Mountain -- Jean Mullinax Hopper, 99, of 214 Walker St., passed away Saturday, July 11, 2020, in hospice care. Born in Blacksburg, she was the daughter of the late Dora Mullinax Ridings. Mrs. Hopper retired from textiles and was a member of Holiness Christian Mission of Kings Mountain. She was preceded in death by her mother, Dora, a son, Keneth Hopper, a daughter, Judy Teague, a sister, Elizabeth Mullinax, two sons-inlaw, Bobby Martin Sr. and Eddie Burgess, and an uncle, Phifer Mullinax. Surviving Mrs. Hopper are two daughters, Connie Burgess of Kings Mountain and Sue Martin of Grover; thirteen grandchildren, Kevin Teague, Angel Mayberry (Troy), Bobby Martin Jr. (Debbie), Johnny Martin, Symantha Jones (Jimbo), Tammy Putnam (Johnny T.), Santa Hughes (Scotty), Michael Hughes (Charity), Becky Walkey (Jody), Brandy Harvey (Gary), Krisha Hopper, Brandon Burgess, and Brian Burgess (Sara); 24 great-grandchildren; 34 great-great-grandchildren; and a cousin, Ms. Virginia Mullinax. The family received friends on Thursday, July 16th, 2020, from 3:00pm - 3:30pm at Clingman Memorial Gardens. Cryptside services immediately followe at 3:30 pm with Pastor Glenda Cook officiating. Scottie Buckner, Dillon Putnam, Troy Mayberry, John T. Putnam, Jordan Moore, and Kevin Teague will serve as pallbearers. The family was at the residence. The Book of Memories is available at www.gordonmortuary.com. The Blacksburg location of Gordon Mortuary is serving the Hopper family.

Kelvin “Buster” Reynolds

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Kelvin “Buster” Reynolds, age 51, of Kings Mountain, passed away Saturday, July 18, 2020 at Gaston Memorial Hospital. Kelvin was born March 24, 1969 in Cleveland County to the late William Walter Reynolds and Mary Couch Ezzell. He worked in textiles for many years and most recently worked for Hound’s Campground in Kings Mountain. He enjoyed dirt track racing and was a music enthusiast. Kelvin was a very loyal, dependable, trustworthy friend and employee. He was a kindhearted and devoted family man. Kelvin will be missed by all who knew him. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Crystal Murks Reynolds. Those left to cherish his memory include his sister, Nancy Detter (Ricky) and brother, Marvin Ezzell (Mialy) all of Kings Mountain; nieces, Brandy Wiley (Josh), Shera Davis and Carolyn Rhyne (Shannon); nephews, Logan and Adrian Ezzell; great-nieces and nephews, Sophia, William, Serenity, Shelby, Matthew, Lewis, Zander and several other family members and numerous friends. A private celebration of Kelvin’s Life will be conducted for family and friends. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations are requested to https://www.gofundme. com/f/kelvin-quotbusterquot-quotwhalequot-reynolds-funeral-funds Harrelson Funeral and Cremation Services has been entrusted with arrangements. An online guest registry is available at www.harrelsonfuneralhome.com

KINGS MOUNTAIN, NC – Janice Roberta Ross, 74, of Kings Mountain, passed away on July 8, 2020 at Atrium Main in Charlotte, NC. She was born in York County, SC, to late Robert Breakfield and Mary Lee Branham and was preceded in death by her husband of 20 years, Robert Ross. Janice was a member of Royal Praise Ministries for All People in Kings Mountain, NC. She was an avid traveler, loved going RVing with her companion Pete and taking train rides through the mountains. Janice enjoyed watching classic television and visiting flea markets. She enjoyed NASCAR and was a diehard Cowboys fan. Janice was a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother and sister. She will be missed dearly by her family and friends. She is survived by: son: Scott Bright and wife Stacie, Huntersville, NC; daughters: Susie Burket and husband Rick, Wilmington, NC, Leanne Phifer and husband, Roger and Carmen McKinney, both of Charlotte, NC; step-father: Lindsey Branham, Charlotte, NC; long time companion: Pete Lyles, Mooresville, NC; brother: Ronnie Moss and wife Cheryl, Charlotte, NC and Alex Moss, Columbia, SC; grandchildren: Hallie, Cameron, Lauren, Conner, Lacie and Brooke; great-grandchildren: Danika, Marshall, Cooper and Carter and a number of other loving family members Graveside service was held on Sunday, July 12, 2020 at 2:00 PM at Canaan United Methodist Church, Smyrna, SC officiated by Bishop Brady Jackson. Memorials may be made to Royal Praise Ministries for All People at 2055 Shelby Road, Kings Mountain, NC 28086. Guest register is available at: www.harrisfunerals.com. Harris Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kings Mountain, NC is in charge of arrangements.

Uniquetex produces high quality PPE’s in Grover When coronavirus first started spreading in early this year, a manufacturer in Grover, North Carolina sprang into action. Uniquetex, LLC is a non-woven fabric manufacturer founded in 2016. Its joint investors are Foshan Nanhai Beautiful Non-woven Company Limited and Wenzhou Chaolong Textile Machinery Co., Ltd., which are both based in China. In its 360,000 square feet facility, Uniquetex has two modern non-woven production lines which mainly produce products widely used in medical, Hygiene, industrial and construction fields. As the pandemic became an increasing threat, the company realized how critical and necessary it was to produce high quality PPE locally. As a result, Unquetex’s sister company Ecoguard, Inc. was formed in February, with only one mission and that was to produce face masks. Immediately, Ecoguard set up

26 mask-making machines, hired nearly 80 employees locally, and produced over 30 million masks within four months. Not only was Ecoguard able to supply masks across the country when shortages were at their most urgent, it also was able to donate tens of thousands of masks to the state governments of North Carolina, South Carolina, and Kentucky, as well as local small businesses and non-profit organizations. Both Uniquetex and Ecoguard continue to provide high quality PPE during the coronavirus pandemic. As they respond the increasing demand for PPE’s, they will create more job opportunities in the local community.

Wednesday, July 22, 2020

Food pantry open to community July 23

Robertson added to Sheriff’s Most Wanted list

The East Gold Street Wesleyan Church, located at 701 East Gold Street, Kings Mountain, will open its food pantry to the community on Thursday, July 23rd from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 pm. Items will be delivered car side by drive-through. The pantry will be open each second and fourth Thursday of the month and by appointment by calling 704-709-5980.

By Loretta Cozart On July 19, Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office added Vandarius Robertson to its Most Wanted list. Robertson is a black male, 23, who is 6 feet tall weighing 140 pounds. He is wanted for Probation Absconder, Burglary, and Assault on Female. He has tattoos on both arms and is a suspected gang member. If you have any information regarding this in-

dividual please contact Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office by

Memorandum of Option Contract, E5 Holdings, LLC, not CHT Enterprises, LLC purchased the property and filed the deed on the property at 245 Dixon School Road with Cleveland County Register of Deeds office on June 11. Bordering that 22.46 acre parcel are two others that were discussed at Kings Mountain city council last month, one owned by City of Kings Mountain in the amount of 17.11 acres, for which E5 Holdings, LLC petitioned the city to open the parcel for upset bid for $150,000 at the June 30 city council meeting. An upset bid for $175,000 was submitted to the City of Kings Mountain last week and may be discussed at the July 28 city council meeting. Timing of that discussion depends upon additional upset bids being submitted. The second 6.5 acre parcel is owned by Trent Testa under the name of Roadside Truck Plaza. Com-

bined, these three properties would equal 46-acres. During the June 30 City of Kings Mountain city council meeting, both E5 Holdings, LLC and Roadside Truck Plaza petitioned the city to rezone their property from light industrial to general business. That decision will be made by city council during their July 28 meeting at City Hall. While E5 Holdings, LLC did not sign the Memorandum of Option Contract to purchase the land on Dixon School Road in November 2018, records show that CHT Enterprises, LLC did. And CHT Enterprises, LLC is the managing member of E5 Holdings, LLC that includes Jim Testa, Eddie Holbrook, Stuart Legrand, and Douglas Brown. Together, they purchased the property under the name of their limited liability corporation, E5 Holdings, LLC.

From Page 1 commissioners to hold closed sessions to discuss matters that come within the attorney-client privilege and the location or expansion of industries or other businesses. Minutes from those meetings are not available online due to the nature of those discussion. One such meeting was held on Nov. 20, 2018, the day before the Memorandum of Option Contract was signed. With its incorporation, the relationship between E5 Holdings, LLC, CHT Enterprises, LLC, and Kings Mountain Land Development Partners II, LLC becomes evident. The three entities purchased land for development across from the proposed casino in a process that took fifteen months. One-year and 90-days from the execution of the

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to have their support assisting our state’s small business owners at this unprecedented time.” Dogwood Health Trust’s and ARC’s contributions will be used to supplement and stretch the Program’s initial funding to better serve more business entities and family farms in Western North Carolina. “Small businesses and the families who run them are hurting, and these loans will help them get back on their feet,” said North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper. “Partners like the NC Rural Center and the Appalachian Regional Commission are critical to identify important parts of our economy that need help, reflect the values of our state, and are part of the reason the road to recovery will be a little easier.” “Timely, reliable access

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worth of various items including Pro Rocket blue/red baitcasting fishing rods/reels. JULY 13: A resident of Gillespie Street reported $1900 worth of various items from a rental storage facility including hand tools and DVDs. JULY 14: A resident of Bethlehem Church Road reported theft of $600 worth of various items from a commercial storage facility. Items taken during a break-in included fishing rods and r eels. JULY 14: A resident of Baneberry Lane reported an attempted vehicle break-in. WRECKS JULY 9: Officer Brent Herndon said Devon Hannah, Lincolnton, operating a 2015 Nissan on I-85 South, struck an axle in his lane of traffic and disabled his vehicle. Property damage was estimated at $1,.000. JULY 10: Officer HW Carpenter said vehicles operated by Candy Chapman, 111 Fulton St. operating a 2020 Toyota, and Avery Stroud, Kingstown, operating a 2007 Chevrolet, were traveling East on US Highway 74 Business. Stroud, traveling behind Chapman, pulled into the left turn lane beside of the Toyota and swerved hitting the Toyota. Property damage was estimated at $5,000. JULY 10: Officer HW Carpenter said Meryl Roberts, Grover, was backing from a parking space at 269 Cleveland Avenue and hit a parked 2005 Jeep owned by Jeffrey Wilson of Kings Mountain. JULY 11: Officer G. L. McKinney said Kenneth Hart, Grover, operating a 2007 Suzi, was backing from, a parking space at Mountain View Restaurant, and hit a parked 2014 Kia owned by Shirley Mullinax, Crescent Hill Road,

doing slight damage. JULY 11: Officer C. Proper cited James Dixon Corn, II, Alex D. Owens Drive, with unsafe movement after the 2006 Chevrolet he was driving hit a 1999 Volvo operated by Towanda Conway, Owens St., at 709 York Road and NC 161. Property damage was estimated at $1800. CITATIONS June 18: Marguae Armstrong, 19, Gastonia, no operator’s license. JULY 8: Jackie Lewis Beard Jr., 18, Bessemer City, speeding. JULY 8: Matthew Guy Wray, 21, Shelby, revoked tag, no liability insurance, speeding, revoked license. JULY 8: Andrea Lisa McIntyre, 55, Shelby, shoplifting. JULY 9: Terry Stikeleathen, 29, Shelby, speeding. JULY 9: Sharnece Mack, 31, Shelby, speeding. JULY 10: Quinton Anthony Davidson, 18, 211 Bridges St., red light violation. JULY 12: Ali King Noble Ausar Kenti Ram Drew, 50, Shelby, no vehicle insurance, failure to display tag. JULY 13: Houston Patrick Carringer, 22, Gastonia, speeding. JULY 13: Sharda Monique Whiteside, 23, Grover, speeding. JULY 13: Jerel Tremayne Elliott, 37, 122 Jack Adams Road, speeding. JULY 13: David Scott Wilson, 37, Forest City, speeding. JULY 14: Johnnie Renee Parise, 55, Clover, SC, no vehicle insurance, no application for vehicle transfer, revoked driver’s license, fictitious tag. JULY 14: Catherine Lee Thompson, 32, Bessemer City, speeding, revoked driver’s license.

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ARRESTS JULY 9: Sharmece Franta Mack, 31, Shelby, speeding, driving while license revoked, $500 secured bond. JULY 10: Stephan Russell Jamerson, 75, 123 Galilee Church Road, seat belt violation, driving while license revoked, expired inspection, $1,000 unsecured bond. JULY 10: Robert Tracey Fraley, 56, 113 Cloninger St., simple assault, written promise. JULY 11: Stephan Joseph Gnandt, 83, 120 Ann Street, communicating threats, criminal summons. JULY 12: David Christopher Lawhun, 31, 204 Blanton St., assault on female, injury to personal property. JULY 13: Mary Leigh Caldwell, 33, 208 Morris St., order for arrest, Show Cause order, $5,000 cash bond secured. INCIDENTS July 3: A resident of Churchill Drive reported theft of a $130 weed eater, $200 leaf blower and a baseball card collection from a commercial storage facility. JULY 8: Dollar General, 1103 Shelby Road, reported shoplifting of laundry detergent. JULY 9: Slippers by Design, 303 Ruppe Street, reported $250 to a wall light by someone throwing a rock. JULY 10: A resident of N. Dilling Street reported a break-in and damage to a storm door and screen. JULY 10: Wells Fargo, Charlotte, reported that a customer at Wells Fargo, 125 S. Battleground Ave., deposited money in her account and reported that it was withdrawn by another person. JULY 13: A resident of Mountain Crest Drive reported a break-in and theft of $1300

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SCHOOLS From Page 1 The Strong Schools NC Public Health Toolkit outlines the updated requirements for Plan B. Districts may choose to operate under Plan C, which calls for remote learning only, and health leaders recommend schools allow families to opt into all-remote learning. Modifications have been made to Plan B since it was released in June to make it more protective of public health. “After looking at the current scientific evidence and weighing the risks and benefits, we have decided to move forward with today’s balanced, flexible approach which allows for in-person instruction as long as key safety requirements are in place in addition to remote learning options.” said NCDHHS Secretary Mandy Cohen, MD. “We will continue to follow the science and data and update recommendations as needed. We ask every North Carolinian to do their part to slow the spread of COVID-19 and follow the three W’s: Wear a face covering when in public, Wait 6 feet apart, Wash your hands.” Governor Cooper also announced that the state will provide at least five reusable face coverings for every student, teacher and school staff member in public schools. In June, the state provided packs of personal protective equipment to schools that included a two-month supply of thermometers, surgical masks, face shields and gowns for school nurses and delegated staff who provide health care to students. “Educators and stakeholders across our state have worked tirelessly to reopen our school buildings safely for our students, teachers and staff. Today, we take another critical step towards that goal. We also know families need to choose the option that is best for their children, so all school districts will provide remote learning options,” said Eric Davis, Chairman of the State Board of Education. “In-person education is important for children, and

ZONING From Page 1 rezoned from light industrial to general business. Nobody representing E5 Holdings, LLC attended. Prior to public input, Gilbert shared that E5 Holdings had requested annexing paperwork late Tuesday afternoon. He explained, “E5 Holdings wants annexed into the city because City of Kings Mountain has adjacent annexed property.” Two Kings Mountain residents who live nearby spoke. Marcus Howze of 212 Dixon School Road addressed the board asking, “How will this rezoning affect us?” Chair-

CITY From Page 1 paid for the two parcels. We didn’t use taxpayer dollars and the closing fees were included in their payment.” Reviewing the city’s ledger sheet, City of Kings Mountain billed NTE Energy for $119,723.25 on July 7, 2015 and check was received from NTE Energy in that amount on August 3, 2015.

it happens in the context of a community. This plan strikes the right balance between health and safety and the benefits of having children learn in the classroom. We must all continue with proven measures to reduce COVID-19 transmission like wearing a face covering, keeping distance between people, and frequent hand and surface cleanings so we can move closer to safely re-opening public schools,” said Dr. Theresa Flynn, M.D., M.P.H., FAAP, a practicing pediatrician who serves on the Board of Directors for the North Carolina Pediatric Society and joined today’s announcement. Under Plan B, schools are required to follow key safety measures that include: • Require face coverings for all teachers and students K-12 • Limit the total number of students, staff and visitors within a school building to the extent necessary to ensure 6 feet distance can be maintained when students/staff will be stationary • Conduct symptom screening, including temperature checks • Establish a process and dedicated space for people who are ill to isolate and have transportation plans for ill students • Clean and disinfect hightouch surfaces in the school and transportation vehicles regularly • Require frequent hand washing throughout the school day and provide hand sanitizer at entrances and in every classroom • Discontinue activities that bring together large groups • Limit nonessential visitors and activities involving external groups • Discontinue use of self-service food or beverage distribution In addition, schools are strongly recommended to follow additional safety measures that include: • Designate hallways and entrance/exit doors as one-way • Keep students and teachers in small groups that stay together as much as possible • Have meals delivered to the classroom or have students bring food back to the classroom if social distancing is not

possible in the cafeteria • Discontinue activities that bring together large groups • Place physical barriers such as plexiglass at reception desks and similar areas More details can be found in the Strong Schools NC Public Health Toolkit. Read the Screening Reference Guide for schools and the Infection Control and PPE Guidance. In addition to the announcement about school plans, Governor Cooper shared that North Carolina will remain paused in Safer at Home Phase 2 after the current Executive Order expires on Friday, July 17. “As we continue to see rising case numbers and hospitalizations, we will stay in Safer at Home Phase 2 for three more weeks,” said Governor Cooper. “Our re-opening priority is the school building doors, and in order for that to happen we have to work to stabilize our virus trends.” “While all school re-entry plans have their challenges during this pandemic, our superintendents, principals, and other school leaders will continue to prioritize student and staff safety in reopening schools under the cautious parameters outlined today by the Governor,” said North Carolina Association of School Administrators Executive Director Katherine Joyce. “We look forward to continuing work with the Governor, the General Assembly, and other state leaders to ensure our schools have the support needed to get student learning back on track in the safest manner possible in each local district.” “I recognize Governor Cooper faced a very difficult decision. The good news is that local school boards can now begin to officially put their school reopening plans in motion,” said Brenda Stephens, President of the North Carolina School Board Association. “While the current situation may not be ideal for all, I’m confident North Carolina’s educators will continue to provide students with the best education possible.

man Lawing explained, “It should not impact taxes or zoning at this time.” Howze then asked for clarification and Chairman Lawing assured him, “The only parcels impacted are the two parcels we discussed.” Pricilla Dunlap of Tin Mine Road spoke next, questioning Chairman Lawing’s response to Howze’s, using the phrase, “… at this time.” Lawing explained, “Cities cannot annex properties in the ETJ unless the property owners request annexation.” Board member Renee Bost made the motion to delay the rezoning decision on both properties until next month. Chairman Doug Lawing explained to the board

that if nobody seconded the motion, it would fail. He then asked for a second and a second was not given, so the motion did not carry. Board member Maury Williams made a motion to recommend approval of both zoning requests and the board voted 10 – 1 in favor of the motion. Board member Renee Bost cast the dissenting vote. A motion was then made by board member Ron Humphries to send the recommendations to approve both requests on to city council for both the Testa and E5 Holdings, LLC properties, and the board voted 10 – 1 in favor of the motion. Board member Renee Bost cast the dissenting vote.

Wednesday, July 22, 2020

FILM From Page 1 shorts, live-action shorts, documentaries (shorts and feature-length), feature-length narrative films, and films made by children ages 14 years and younger. International countries of origin for submissions include India, Japan, Iran, Russia, and Slovakia, among others. The festival will screen approximately 16 hours of runtime (30+ films) based on the selections made by the committee, (selections are still being finalized). “This year, I’m particularly energized by the virtual/companion component of the festival. We’ll be able to introduce an entirely new audience (outside of our geographic area) to this long-standing festival,” says Noel Manning, co-founder of Real to Reel and tenured

member of the film selection committee. Awards categories will be classified by their student/amateur or professional submission status. This year especially will bring some unique and exciting virtual components to the Real to Reel Film Festival, notably for online audiences. The virtual aspect will allow audiences to catch films they may be unable to see in person (or that they may want to view again). Tickets will be sold to stream the films online through Seed and Spark. Several filmmaker interviews conducted via Zoom will be available online for general viewing in the weeks leading up to the September festival. Additionally, for the on-site portion of the festival in September, pre-recorded filmmaker Q&A sessions will be made available to audiences. As in years past, audience members can expect live in-person filmmaker Q&A panels as well.

Last year’s Real to Reel Film Festival saw an attendance of approximately 300 people. “While this year’s festival will certainly have a different feel, we’re excited to once again bring diverse, educational and entertaining independent films to our community and beyond,” said Shearra Miller, President of the Cleveland County Arts Council. For more information about this year’s festival, contact Violet Dukes at the Cleveland County Arts Council by email violet.arth@ccartscouncil.org or phone 704-484-2787. You can also visit the film festival website at http://www.realtoreelfest.com The mission of the Real to Reel International Film Festival is to offer a forum for independent film, video and multimedia artists from around the world to showcase their talents and expose the works of these artists to our region.

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“As for the property having no value, ‘of no use’ would be a better term,” Sellers said. “We looked at several options for the property and decided it was of no use to us. We purchased the 17.11 acre parcel for $69,723.25. We did have the property appraised at $125,000 and we got a bid for $150,000. We are hoping for higher offers and the first bid starts the process. It is up to council and, in the end, they may decide they don’t want to sell it.”

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Pass The Test (Part 3 of the “Power of Faith” series) Have you ever asked, “When are things going to change God? This is taking too long!” I sure have. Then God answers, “When you change!” We are looking at the external and God is looking at the internal. DANYALE PATTERSON He wants to work in us and through us, but we want him to work for us. Although God is concerned about every aspect of our lives, he will not neglect the important work of developing us into spiritually mature disciples of Christ. James 1:2-4 states, “Consider it pure joy my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything.” 5 FAITH EXERCISES 1. Revisit the faith and prayer victories of the past.

No matter what is going on in your life, the devil cannot steal the testimony of what God has already done. Praise and thank God for the miracles and answered prayers that you have experienced through the years. Psalm 103:2 says, “With all my heart I praise the LORD! I will never forget how kind he has been.” 2. Pray in the Holy Spirit. We do not always know what to say or how to pray. We need the Holy Spirit to help us to pray effectively. “But you, beloved, building yourselves up in your most holy faith and praying in the Holy Ghost.” - Jude 1:20 3. Saturate yourself in praise and worship music. Focusing on the attributes of God and worshiping him will engage God’s presence. “But you are holy, O’ you that inhabit the praises of Israel.” - Psalm 22:3 4. Couple prayer with fasting - because sometimes prayer alone is not enough. Fasting must be paired with prayer, because of the intensity of the spiritual warfare. “But an evil spirit of this kind is only driven out by prayer and fasting.” - Mathew 17:21 5. Put scripture before you constantly. Write the

Page 5 promises of God on index cards and place these scriptures all over the house so you can continually remember the promises of God. “Fix these words of mine in your hearts and minds…Write them on the door frames of your houses and on your gates…” - Deuteronomy 11:18, 20 PRAY THIS PRAYER: “Father, sometimes I am disappointed, discouraged, and tired of waiting for my prayers to be answered. Forgive me for complaining and being impatient. Thank you for everything you have already done for me. I ask you to strengthen me when I feel weak. Lord, I come to drink from your Spirit, eat from your Word, and receive refreshing for my soul. Help me to trust you despite the difficult circumstances. May I be rooted and built up in you, established in the faith, and overflowing with thankfulness. In Jesus’ name - Amen.” Danyale Patterson is co-founder of Enlighten Ministries, a 501c3 organization with her husband Brandon Patterson. Contact her at www.danyale.com to share a testimony, send a prayer request, or book her to speak.

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A Fresh Look, art competition Library presents Chicago: True Stories of the 1920s winners announced virtually By Jewel Reavis, Exhibits Chair Southern Arts Society announced winners virtually last week for A FRESH LOOK art competition now on view through August 14. Thirty-six artists from around the region entered ninety-three pieces of art in a variety of media to be judged for cash prizes. Artists were asked to show their most recent work taking a fresh look at the world around them – a very appropriate theme for these trying times. Though life may be unsettling, much of the work in the show still focuses on the bright colors of summer, heartwarming themes of family and fun, and the sanctuary found in the outdoors. Judging the show was Felicia van Bork. Born in Toronto, Canada, van Bork completed her undergraduate studies at the Ontario College of Art and Design University and earned her MFA at the Massachusetts College of Art and Design at the Fine Arts Work Center, Provincetown, MA. The artist's paintings and collages are widely collected in the United States and Canada and Felicia has been the recipient of numerous residency fellowships, including from the Virginia Center for the Creative Arts and McColl Center for Art + Innovation, where she manages the printmaking studio. In the summer of 2017, she was a Visiting Artist at the American Academy in Rome. Van Bork’s collage, How to Mine the Past, is in the permanent collection of the Mint Museum of Art, Charlotte, NC. Van Bork had the difficult task of selecting winners from this year’s competition. Commenting on the show overall Van Bork said, “on my first walk-through of the exhibition, A Fresh Look 2020, I knew immediately that I would find plenty of technical proficiency. Among the over 90 works in the show, many show professional ability. There is also wit, originality, risk-taking, and soul. Congratulations to the artists and many thanks for their terrific work.”

Frosty Morn (watercolor) by Shelby Sabelli. Photo provided Van Bork selected first, second and third place prizes along with three merit awards. Here are the winners with Van Bork’s comments. First Place went to Lore Spivey for all three of her entries as a grouping: Maurits, Piet and Keeping it Together. “The artist books of Lore Spivey, especially the book, Keeping it Together, have the quality of artworks made by an artist for her own delight. There is no sense of any ponderous effort to be impressive, yet these small works communicate technical skill, playfulness and artistic maturity. It is one thing to make a fine pictorial composition and another to make an interactive object that generates a different beautiful composition with every turn of its varied, perforated pages.” “While there is variety, there is no chaos. Rather, the materials, colors and textures present a limited palette with which the artist amuses her own astute eye. The cumulative effect is of a stroll through a cleverly designed building where each turn of a corner generates another pleasing aspect. The other two books, Piet and Maurits, are delightful tributes to Piet Mondrian and Maurits Cornelis Escher. How nice to see an artist doing riffs on greats from art history and literally getting inside their thinking.” Second Place went to Barbara O’Neal Davis Narrow Passage. “What struck me particularly about the acrylic paintings of Barbara O’Neal Davis,

and in particular the painting, Narrow Passage, was the very different impressions given by the works viewed from up close and far away. From nearby, the colorful palette and intriguing textures attracted me, as did the contrast of the raw fineline drawing to the bold flat shapes of color. The painting has a collage-like quality. (I have done a lot of collage myself and hold the form to a high standard.) The wow factor of Narrow Passage, however, lies in the way the painting generates an engaging illusion of an imaginary three-dimensional landscape. The successful use of atmospheric perspective really becomes apparent when the viewer is standing 10-feet away.” Third Place went to Timmy Hord for Floral Beauty a clay sculpture. “This is one of those amazing pieces that should not work. There is too much variety: there are too many different kinds of marks, shapes and colors for a coherent impression. In this piece it is the impossible, precarious balance of elements which makes the fact that Floral Beauty does work, so exciting. Just step back and you will see it. The icing on the cake is that it works from all sides. And although the piece has numerous visual textures, it does not have too many parts. The artist could have attached bud- or leaf-like structures, but instead she left the form relatively simple and abstract, trusting the imagination of the audience to fill in the rest.” Merit Awards went to Lori McAdams for her scratchboard and ink piece The Little Barista; to Shelby Sabelli for her watercolor painting Frosty Morning, and to C.M. Kakassy for her acrylic painting Early Morning. A FRESH LOOK will be on display in the galleries of Southern Arts Society through August 14. Visitors are asked to wear a mask and practice social distancing.

DAR celebrates Christmas in July By Loretta Cozart C o l . Frederick DAR Chapter is celebrating Christmas in July, reminding citizens of their Wreaths Across America event on December 19, 2020 and asking supporters to purchase wreaths to honor 1,200-plus veterans buried at Mountain Rest Cemetery. This is the third year the DAR chapter has participated in this event. The first year they sponsored veterans at Arlington National Cemetery. Two years ago they adopted Mountain Rest Cemetery and encourage other non-profits to join them in honoring local patriots buried there. For the next six months the DAR will be taking donations for wreaths to be placed this December. Members of the community who have veteran members of their family buried at Mountain Rest Cemetery may sponsor a wreath for the cost of $15.00. You may also sponsor a wreath by sending a check made out to the Col. Frederick Hambright Chapter DAR to 131 Wright Rd., in Kings Mountain, NC 28086. Be sure to enclose a note if the wreath is to be placed on a specific grave. Each year, millions of Americans come together to REMEMBER the fallen, HONOR those that serve and their families, and TEACH the next generation about

the value of freedom. This gathering of volunteers and patriots takes place in local and national cemeteries in all 50 states - most recently at more than 2,000 participating locations - as part of National Wreaths Across America Day. This year, National Wreaths Across America Day is Saturday, December 19. It is always a free event and open to all people. For more information on how to volunteer locally or sponsor a wreath for a hero, please visit www.wreathsacrossamerica.org. Wreaths Across Amer-

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NCHSAA delays start of fall practice to September 1, Kings Mountain High still hopes to get in full seasons can go to stage 3 soon.” Most KMHS fall sports have been working out for a couple of weeks. The football team works out Monday through Thursday mornings; soccer, cross country and volleyball are working out a couple days a week and tennis will begin soon. “All of the teams have to have social distancing,” he noted. “They can’t hit or share equipment or anything. They can use balls but two people can’t touch the same ball. Getting to stage 3 is really important.” Bridges said because of the uncertainty about the beginning of the sports year, the high school is not yet selling passes. “Once we know for sure what the situation looks like, we will adjust the prices of all of our sports passes, reserved seating and parking and let the public know about it,” he said.

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have mentioned moving it to the spring, but I really don’t think that will happen.” Bridges said he expects other sports’ seasons would also be adjusted. “Basically, we’re just sitting and waiting,” he said. “I think they’re probably polling all the school boards in the state to see what they’re going to do. “Because we’re still in Phase One for sports, there’s nothing we can do except conditioning,” he noted. “We do know the first week of school (August 17-23) will be a dead period. I think the state association is doing a survey on which schools will be open to students and which will be virtual or a combination of the two. “I think they want to get a full season in, even though it might be adjusted by either shortening the regular season or the playoffs. They want to get it in safely. Hopefully we

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As of now, Kings Mountain and other high school football teams in North Carolina can begin pre-season practice on September 1, which is a month later than usual. Que Tucker, executive director of the North Carolina High School Athletic Association, announced the start for fall sports last week. The first eight days have to be workouts only, KMHS athletic director Matt Bridges explains, meaning the first game would be around September 17. At this point, Bridges said, he does not believe the NCHSAA would cancel the season or move it to the spring. “I feel like the state association would adjust the schedule before they would do that,” he said. “I think they’d have a shorter season or playoff so we could finish up by Christmas. Some football coaches around the state

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EMPLOYMENT

LOOKING FOR SOMEONE from age 60-up to live in my home. Must be there every night. Call 704-745-7214.

TEACHING POSITIONS AVAILABLE. Grace Christian Academy is seeking to ﬁll the following teaching positions for the 2020-21 school year: English Teacher: Bachelor’s degree preferably in English and 1 to 2 years of teaching experience Middle School Math/ Science Teacher: Bachelor’s degree and 1 to 2 years of teaching experience Part-time High School Science Teacher: Bachelor’s degree in Science and 1 to 2 years of teaching experience Please send resume to gracechristian1990@ hotmail.com or call the school ofﬁce at 704.734.0509

TO-GO SPECIAL #1, $25. 1LB of BBQ or Pulled Chicken, pint of slaw & pint of beans, 8 rolls & jumbo hush puppies, 1 gallon of tea. Will feed 4. Circle B BBQ, 135 West Main St., Spindale. 828-395-2140.

MA OR CNA2 NEEDED IMMEDIATELY for new Doctors Ofﬁce opening in Boiling Springs. Call 704-434-9686 or text (704) 418-1183 TOMS BAKERY. 120 Belvedere Ave, Shelby, NC 28150. tgreene1@twc.com or tomsbakery.net (704) 473-1413

COINS * COINS * COINS. We Buy & Sell Coins. “Coin Collector Supplies.” JAKE’S KNIVES & COLLECTIBLES. 1008 South Lafayette Street, Shelby. (980) 295-5568 HOME AND GARDEN NEEDS? At Oliver’s we have a large selection for all of your Home and Garden needs. We have camping supplies including propane reﬁll for your next trip or backyard bbq! Come see us today! (704) 4800830 olivershardware16@ gmail.com LADY KS COUTURE BOUTIQUE. Fine Men & Women Clothing, Accessories and More. Offering: Sizes XS to Big & Tall. Personalized Tee-Shirts. Gift Baskets. Personal Shopping. Explore! See whats in store! At Lady Ks Kouture! Hours: Wed -Fri 10:30am till 6pm, Sat 12noon till 6pm, SunMon-Tue (by appointment). 1116 Cherokee Ave, Gaffney SC 29340 Suite#5 (864) 219-0990

EMPLOYMENT

ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR ALL POSITIONS. Apply in person at KOZI ITALIAN KITCHEN located at 1513 E. Dixon Blvd., Shelby (Across from Harbor Freight). LOOKING FOR EXPERIENCED BACKHOE OPERATOR. Average 40 hours per week or more. Pay based on experience. (704) 678-4101 CARPENTERS NEEDED. Log Cabin Builder needs experienced carpenters. Lake Lure area. Must have dependable transportation. Call Dale Fender, 828-2899399.

EXPERIENCED PROFESSIONAL CLOTH CUTTERS. High end furniture company has immediate openings for experienced cloth cutters. Full or part time positions available. Small company with excellent employee relations. Very team oriented! Salary based on experience and job performance. ofﬁce@ carringtoncourt.com SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS NEEDED. Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy, Mooresboro, has openings for experienced school bus drivers. Part-time, and substitute positions available. Background check required. (828) 6579998 ext. 1418. lbell@tjca.org NOW HIRING. Experienced roofers and experienced laborers needed. (704) 4770516 WE’RE HIRING! We are currently looking for a service technician with experience the HVAC or Property Management Field. We provide health insurance after 60 days employment. Paid vacations provided after 1 year of employment and 401K beneﬁts are available after 2 years. Please apply in person or call David Settle to schedule an interview. 704-481-1788. SETTLE HEATING & AIR, 2221 S. Post Rd., Shelby NC. www. SettleInwithComfort.com

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES PAPA’S PIZZA TO GO in Cherryville, NC is a well-established, successful business that has thrived for over 3 decades. Our Management Team, who has been in place for over 30 years, is now ready to move on to their next chapter in life, which includes enjoying their grandchildren. They are leaving behind a wonderful opportunity for someone who is energetic, enthusiastic, and willing to carry the torch! The winning combination could be a husband/wife or 2 person team. If you are interested in purchasing a successful business in which you will be your own boss, please email us at papaspizzatogo@windstream. net. Some ﬁnancing possible to qualiﬁed applicants. ARE YOU READY TO START YOUR NEW JOURNEY?

BUSINESS SERVICES

NEED CLEANING LADY on regular basis for small home. Pays $15 per hour cash. Need reference. No text messages. Kings Mountain area. (704) 9741072

PAINTING SERVICES. Over 25 years experience, affordable prices. Professional results. References available. Free estimates. Charles, or leave message. (704) 4358062 RESIDENTIAL PLUMBING REPAIR. All fixtures repaired or replaced. Unstop all drains. All work guaranteed! 828443-2617. SHIPMAN’S MASONRY- 48 YEARS EXPERIENCE. Brick, Block & Stone, Outside Fireplaces, Foundations, Underpinnings. “Free Estimates”. 1st Quality Work! (863) 5321587 CALL PHOENIX CLEANING SOLUTIONS for your COVID-19 Air Disinfectant needs. No job too big or small. PROMO CODE CM2020. 980-297-3398. 24 HOUR MOBILE MECHANIC REPAIR & SERVICE. “I WILL COME TO YOU!” Oil Changes, Tire Problems, Small Engine Repairs. (704) 300-2332 J. M. LAWN SERVICES. MOWING, TRIMMING, EDGING and BLOWING. Shelby area. Call 9am-5pm. (704) 974-9981 HANDYMAN SERVICES. Offering: yard work, mulching, trees and bushes trimmed. Clean flower beds, pressure washing, minor repairs. Decks stained & restored. Any Handyman Services. No Job too Big or Small! References available, over 25 years experience. Call us first, 704-692-4449. CLEVELAND COUNTY GARAGE DOORS. Summer Tune-up Special, $59.95. We will check all your equipment lube, make sure it’s working correctly. We repair broken doors. Also offering new installations. 704-477-9119 or 704-472-9367.

ONE ON ONE CARE IS CURRENTLY HIRING for all shifts. Apply in person at 203 Lee St., Shelby, NC 28150. (704) 482-5200 spacker@ oneoneonecare.net

NC4EVER.COM, THOUSANDS OF SHED PLANS. Download thousands of shed plans to build sheds for customers or build for yourself. NC4Ever@email.com

NOW HIRING LANDSCAPERS FOR FULL TIME YEAR ROUND EMPLOYMENT. Must have valid driver’s license and transportation. (704) 473-0341

OFFERING ALL TYPES. Plasma Cutting and Welding Metal Art. Call 828-748-8566. 20+ YEARS CLEANING. HONEST. Free Estimates. Rutherford and Cleveland County. Reasonable prices. 828-429-6295. HOUSE CLEANING. Honest and Reliable. Free estimates. 20 years experience. Residential. Rutherford County. 828-748-5149.

FOR SALE

HOSPITAL BED FOR SALE. Raises up, $150. 2pc. wooden cabinet with drawers and doors, good condition, $100. 704-629-5905.

MAKE MONEY WOODWORKING FROM HOME. MyWoodProﬁts.com, Make Money from home with woodworking. Complete details always available 24 hours. NC4Ever@email.com

HOT SUMMER SALE! At Laughlin’s Furniture we have recliner’s starting at just $299.99! Visit us today at 400 N. Lafayette Street in Shelby, NC 28150 (704) 484-3204

MAGA411.COM TRUMP BLACK GOLD COIN. MAGA411.com, TRUMP Black & Gold Coin Available. NC4Ever@email.com

CARP FISHING EQUIPMENT. 4 fishing rods and reels, $80 each. 4 fish stands, $10 each. 4 fish alarms, $15 each. Fishing scooter, $450. Call 980-291-2298.

CALL PHOENIX CLEANING SOLUTIONS for your COVID-19 Air Disinfectant needs. No job too big or small. PROMO CODE CM2020. 980-297-3398. BLUE BIRD HOUSES and Jewelry Boxes made out of cedar. Call 704-435-2831. APPLIANCES FOR SALE. White Refrigerator with ice maker, very good condition; White Stove with ﬂat burners-very good condition; White Microwave that goes over range in excellent condition. All very clean. All 3 appliances for $1500. 704-4820421.

MARY STORE NOW OPEN. Is your name Mary? Know someone named Mary? See the newest “Mary” items now. NC4Ever@email.com WINCHESTER 22 MAGNUM Level action Riﬂe. 50 years old. Like new. $1,000.00. 828429-6763. FURNITURE FOR SALE. Girl’s Bedroom suit, corner cupboard/hutch, tv table, recliner, roll top desk, antique Singer Sewing Machine, seasonal/Christmas in July clothes, games/puzzles. Please call 864-839-6854. hal.howington@yahoo.com FURNITURE FOR SALE. Bedroom suits, couch, recliner, hutch, misc. pieces. Can send pics. Call for prices. 828429-1573.

FIRE DEPARTMENT NAME PERSONALIZED ITEMS. Name of Fire Department on styled refrigerator magnets, dunk training centers, variety of coffee mugs, more. NC4Ever@email.com

TRIPLE D PAINTING AND WOODWORK. All your painting needs, free estimates, over 25 yrs experience! Framing, facial boards and much more wood work available! Making your home, building or business look new again. (704) 418-5736 childresstracy1@gmail.com

2 PLOTS CLEVELAND MEMORIAL PARK. $1600 for both or $900 each. Located Section 11A. Leave message, (864) 490-3924

CLEVELAND COUNTY GARAGE SALE Sat, 7/25 7-11am. Miscellaneous household goods, some furniture and jewelry. Off Hwy 74 and Long Branch Road at 125 Dora Circle, Kings Mountain, NC 28086

18X21X6 REGULAR STYLE CARPORT. Free braces on all legs. $1,095. 704-482-3166. MISC ITEMS FOR SALE. Faux leather ofﬁce chair $50, Vizio 32” color TV $40, Clean used GE Microwave $30, Weslo 360 R Recumbent Exercise bike $50. (704) 4765113 BLACK SAMSUNG REFRIGERATOR. Double door. Water & ice in door. Works great. (704) 418-7483

BIG YARD SALE Sat., July 25th, 8am - Until. Brand new and used merchandise. Everything for house. Some tools. 118 Dasheille Lane, (Off Ebenezer Community) Kings Mountain, NC 28086

MOBILITY CHAIR, $575. Invacare M51, under 100 hrs use, on board charger, warranty, manual, Delivered. Call Scooterman John. (704) 951-4224 mobilityservices07@gmail.com

DANNY’S AUTOWERKS. Buying used or junk cars. Competitive prices. Call Jimmy, 828-289-1175 or 828-2471070.

NEW PREDATOR 8000 WATT GENERATOR. 6.5 gallon tank, 110/220, EPA Approved, $750 OBO. 828-2459620.

WWII COLLECTOR WANTING TO BUY German Pistols, Military Guns, Helmets, Knives and Flags. I BUY Small and Large Gun Collections also. Licensed FFL, TOP cash paid. (828) 980-3329

KILLZALL, 2.5 GALLONS FOR SALE. $47.99. Mention Ad. 828-287-3272.

SPORTS CARDS AND COLLECTIBLES. Call or text anytime. 704-692-6013.

REAR END COVER FORD 10.5, $75. Ford 10.5 Rear end cover with bolts. (704) 3001818 kim_hopper@bellsouth. net

I WOULD LIKE TO PURCHASE UNWANTED RENTAL PROPERTY AND/OR STARTER HOMES. MUST BE PRICED TO SELL! “QUICK CLOSINGS”! Call 704-472-0006.

HANDYMAN SERVICES. Offering: yard work, mulching, trees and bushes trimmed. Clean flower beds, pressure washing, minor repairs. Decks stained & restored. Any Handyman Services. No Job too Big or Small! References available, over 25 years experience. Call us first, 704-6924449. LOCAL WEBSITES TO VISIT INCLUDE: FatLoss411. com, MyWoodProfits.com, YardMeds.com, BestCarolinaSheds.com, ShelbyNCUSA.com, Shelby411.com, NC4Ever@email.com

WANT TO BUY: STAMP COLLECTIONS and accumulations of stamps. Call John, 828-652-9425 or 954614-2562. I PAY CASH FOR DIABETIC TEST STRIPS. Up to $10 per 100ct. Must be Unused, Unexpired. I’m local and pay fast. (828) 577-4197 CASH FOR YOUR CAR running or not, title or no title. Call Charles Dellinger at Red Road Towing. 704692-6767, (704) 487-0228 CASSETTES, VINYL ALBUMS, 45’S. Top dollar paid for record albums, rock, jazz, blues, Americana, 19501990’s. 45’s with picture sleeves, music, memorabilia, rock posters. (919) 314-7579

BRAND NEW HONDA GENERATOR. EM 5000 SX, Electric Start, 120V/240V, 30 Amp Hookup. Cost over $2500, will take $2000 ﬁrm. Call 704692-4449. WE STOCK METAL FOR ALL your rooﬁng or repair needs. J. Johnson Sales, Inc. Forest City. 828-245-5895. FLAG POLES AND FLAGS IN STOCK. 15ft., 20ft., and 25ft. Delivery and install available. J. Johnson Sales, Forest City. 828-245-5895. WE BUY TRAILERS. Must have title and ID. 828-2455895. REFRIGERATORS, STOVES, WASHERS, DRYERS. Discount Prices. 1205 Earl Road, Shelby NC. (704) 487-4443 CARPORTS, GARAGES, RV COVERS, FREE STANDING LEAN TO’S. Areas largest on site display. J. Johnson Sales, Inc. 2690 US Hwy 221S., Forest City. 828-245-5895.

PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS with Scratch Pads! Press Room Printing. 704482-2243. (704) 538-5788

RUTHERFORD COUNTY NSIDE/OUTSIDE YARD SALE. Fri. & Sat., July 24 & 25, 8am-12pm. Owner retiring, everything must go! 139 Central Street, Rutherfordton.

REFRIGERANT RECOVERY & RECYCLING SYSTEM. Mac by Robinair Recovery and Recycling System. Comes with spare tank. Can send pictures by phone. (704) 300-1818

HORSE QUALITY HAY. Square and round bales, also 3x3x8’ bales. Call (704) 4876855

GARAGE SALE Sat. 7/25, 7-11am. Miscellaneous household goods, some furniture and jewelry. Off Hwy 74 and Long Branch Road at 125 Dora Circle, Kings Mountain, NC 28086

TRAILERS, ALL KINDS. Utility, Box, Dump Equipment, Goosenecks. Areas LARGEST on site display for trailers. J. Johnson Sales, Inc. 2690 US Hwy 221S., Forest City. 828-245-5895.

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WESTERN RED CEDAR BEAMS 6”X12”. In 8, 10, 12 and 20 foot lengths. Beautiful wood. This quality can not be purchased locally. Great Deal! (864) 491-3987

16X40 STORAGE BUILDING, WORK SHOP, ETC. Built on site, one day install. J. Johnson Sales, Inc. 2690 US Hwy 221S., Forest City. 828245-5895.

NEW 5X8 TRAILERS, $595. J. Johnson Sales, Inc. Forest City. 828-245-5895.

RIDING/PUSH MOWERS, GARDEN TILLERS AND GO-KARTS. Ready to mow. All in excellent condition. Can deliver, 30+ years experience in repair work. 828-980-0853, 704-476-9383.

PROPANE TANK, 250 LBS. Gas oven, self cleaning, white, excellent condition. $300 each. 828-817-0311.

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

YARD SALES

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

14’ TRAMPOLINE WITH SAFETY NET. 2 years old, $300. (864) 300-8625

DECK NEED A FACE LIFT? I have built or repaired hundreds. We ﬁx most anything made of wood. Room Enclosures. Rutherford/Cleveland County areas. Bob, 828-4766058.

YARD SALE Sat. July 25th, 2020 from 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM. Household goods, tools, utility signs and more. 114 Cheyenne Dr., Kings Mountain, NC 28086

IN SEARCH OF HOUSE CLEANER. Trustworthy. Call for more info, 828-289-5621.

HELP WANTED AT RIVERSIDE RIDING STABLES. Trail Guide, own transportation, dependable, prefer female. Full/Part-time. Must have experience with horses. Serious Inquiries Only! 828288-1302.

BUSINESS SERVICES

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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

WANT TO BUY CARS, TRUCKS. Trailers, Tractors, Farm Equipment. Must have ID and proof of ownership. Callahan’s Towing. (704) 6921006 CASH$$ FOR OLD FISHING LURES. Call Rick Hutton collector, (704) 695-4917 WANTED: OLD AND NEW AMMO. Reloading supplies. 828-245-6756.

FARM & GARDEN RHODE ISLAND RED PULLETS. Hatched 5/2. Free ranging several hours daily. $15 each. Please e-mail or call and leave a message. (704) 739-7806 ldb157722@ gmail.com JOHN DEERE THREE BOTTOM PLOW. $400. (828) 8293468 SQUARE BALE HAY FOR SALE. Cow and Horse Quality. 828-447-0549. TAYLOR WAY HARROWS. $700. (828) 829-3468 2 BOTTOM PLOW. $250. (828) 829-3468 HAY FOR SALE Excellent horse quality. Long stems and full heads. Extra large roll, $45. (704) 434-9104 NEW 3 PT. HITCH Fertilizer Spreader, $450. 828-2873272. NEW SOUTHERN 5 FT. BUSH HOG. $1,065. 828-2873272.

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KMTD golf sponsors needed by weekend, Tony Beaver wins club’s annual auction will be held online golf tournaments The annual Kings Mountain Touchdown Club golf tournament will be played August 7 at Kings Mountain Country Club. All proceeds will go toward the athletic facility upgrades at Kings Mountain High School, which included artificial turf and other improvements to John Gamble Stadium and new tennis courts and a locker room/rest room facility there.

LEGAL NOTICE STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

There is still a real need for tournament sponsors. Sponsorships are $100 for silver, $250 for gold, $500 for platinum and $1,000 for diamond. All sponsorship forms need to be returned by this weekend so they can be listed on the huge sponsorship board that will be displayed at the country club on the day of the tournament, and later at the KMHS field house. All persons wishing to help the tournament should call Harold Farris at 704466-7214. Because of social distancing regulations, president David Brinkley also reports

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

the usual pre-tournament meal will be cancelled and the annual auction will be held online. Items already donated for the auction include: Two footballs and a helmet signed by Clemson Coach Dabo Swinney. A Clemson 1981 national championship football signed by Coach Danny Ford. KM’s own Kevin Mack was a running back on that team. A basketball signed by Tennessee coach Rick Barnes. A signed photo of John Beason of the Carolina Panthers. A Carolina Panthers foot-

LEGAL NOTICE

Having qualified on the 26th day of June, 2020 as Administratrix of the Estate of TIMOTHY HAROLD OLIVER, deceased of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against the estate of said deceased to exhibit them to the undersigned, Karyn Propes Oliver, Administratrix, on or before the 1st day of October, 2020 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to the said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND LEGAL NOTICE INVITATION FOR UPSET BID

This the 1st day of July, 2020.

Bids shall be delivered to the Office of the City Clerk, 101 West Gold Street, Kings Mountain, North Carolina 28086, no later than 5:00 p.m., Monday, August 3, 2020. Bid deposit shall be in the form of certified check, cash or official bank check (no personal checks) made payable to the City of Kings Mountain.

Karyn Propes Oliver Administratrix Estate of: Timothy Harold Oliver P.O. Box 427 Polkville, NC 28136 KMH (7/01, 08, 15, 22, 2020)

In accordance with North Carolina General Statute 160A-269, the City of Kings Mountain hereby notices receipt of an upset bid in the amount of $175,000 and required five percent (5%) deposit for a parcel of real property, consisting of 17.11 acres, more or less, on Dixon School Road, identified as Parcel #63027 and being described as follows: BEING the full contents of “New Lot 2” consisting of 17.11 acres as shown on a plat of survey entitled “Survey made at the request of: City of Kings Mountain” recorded in Plat Book 38 at Page 59 of the Cleveland County Registry. This sale is subject to rights of way and easements for utilities. Within 10 days of July 23, 2020, any person desiring to upset the bid offer shall submit a bid that is not less than $183,800 which is 10 percent (10%) of the first $1,000 and five percent (5%) of the remainder. When a bid is raised, the bidder shall deposit with the City Clerk five percent (5%) of the increased bid, and the Clerk shall re-advertise the offer at the increased bid amount. Bidders shall not attach any conditions to their bids. This procedure shall be repeated until no further qualifying upset bids are received, at which time the City Council may accept the offer(s) and sell the parcel to the highest bidder(s).

The City of Kings Mountain reserves the right to withdraw the property from sale at any time before the ﬁnal high bid is accepted and further reserves the right to reject, at any time all bids. For additional information regarding terms and conditions of the upset bid process, contact City Clerk Karen Tucker at (704) 734-0333. Karen Tucker, City Clerk

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ball signed by wide receiver D.J. Moore. A photo signed by Duke basketball All-American Ethan Brand. A signed photo of Duke Rookie of the Year Grant Hill. A baseball and bat signed by Kings Mountain’s own Will Wilson of the San Francisco Giants. Six Charlotte Hornets 2021 season tickets located three rows behind the Hornets’ bench. At least three separate vacation packages. Dinner for four at the Capitol in Charlotte with limousine service included. Two golf bags. A Stihl weed eater. An Echo weed eater. Three separate coolers: Yeti, Grizzly and a K-2. An outdoor lighting system. A 12x15 room of carpet installed. A diamond necklace. Eight separate pairs of Oakley Sunglasses valued at $200 to $300 each. A children’s bicycle. Two rounds for a foursome of golf at Riverbend. Two rounds for a foursome at the Dunes Club in Myrtle Beach. One foursome at Cramer Mountain. This is just a sampling of what will be available for bids. The auction will begin on Thursday, August 6 from 9 a.m.-6 p.m., and continue all-day Friday and Saturday up to 6 p.m. Persons will be able to bid and also post upset bids online. For more information on the tournament and auction, contact Harold Farris at 704466-7214.

Tony Beaver won both Cleveland County Senior Men’s golf outings last week. He shot 70s to win Thursday at Cherokee National and Tuesday at Deer Brook. Jim Ramsey took low net at Cherokee with a 59

(74-15). Benny Grigg was closest to the pin on 17 and David Carroll sank the longest putt on 18. Stewart Smith took low net at Deer Brook with a 63 (84-21). Benny Grigg was closest to the pin on 12 and Rex Whicker sank the longest putt on 18.

Women’s tennis workout begin, practice/tryouts Monday, Aug. 3 Workouts for the Kings Mountain High women’s tennis team began Tuesday, July 21 at 6 p.m. at the KMHS tennis complex and continues today. Each student athlete must take tennis gear and attire, have an updated physical on file or take the physical form to workouts. No one can participate in workouts without a current physical. For more information contact Coach Rick Henderson via email (Rick.Henderson2@ duke-energy.com) or text 704460-8066. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, standards and guidelines, each student athlete will be required to complete the

NCHSAA Initial Screening and Pre-participation Family History before the first day of workouts. Contact Coach Henderson to know the expectations and guidelines before you arrive at the courts, during workouts and following workouts. Symptoms of Covid-19: Do not come to campus if you have any of these symptoms: Cough, muscle pain, vomiting, diarrhea, headache, fever, chills, sore throat, shortness of breath, new loss of taste and smell. The NCHSAA’s first day of tennis practice and tryouts is Monday, August 3. Starting time is 6 p.m.

Buchanan named to USC Aiken President’s List Raegan Buchanan of Kings Mountain, NC, was named to the University of South Carolina Aiken President’s List for Spring 2020. To earn this distinction, Buchanan had to be enrolled as a full-time student and maintain a 4.0 GPA. Buchanan’s major is Early Childhood Education. USC Aiken, a comprehensive university in the University of South Carolina system, offers un-

dergraduate and master’s degrees to approximately 3,700 students in 50 programs of study. USC Aiken is ranked the #2 public regional college in the South by U.S. News & World Report’s guide “America’s Best Colleges.” The 2020 distinction marks USC Aiken’s 22nd consecutive ranking among the top three in this category. The university held the first-place ranking 14 times during that period.

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FARM & GARDEN MANURE SPREADER FOR SALE. $1,475. 828-287-3272. BUSH HOG FINISH MOWER. Good condition, $1200. 828-287-3272. KUHN ROTARY RAKE. Good shape, $2600. 828-287-3272.

BOATS BOAT FOR SALE. 19 ft. Aluminum IO, 120 horse, ﬁsh & ski. Selling due to illness. $3,600.00. 704-750-7302.

PETS & LIVESTOCK POMERANIAN SCHNAUZER MIX. Loves to play. FREE to good home, preferably with children. I’m moving and can’t take with me. 704-295-0785, (980) 404-0974

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YORKIE POO CHI PUPPIES. 2 males, CKC registered, toy size. $500 ea. Multi Poo puppies, Parti colors, 2 males, 1 miniature, 1 toy, $700 ea. Dew claws removed. (1) Shih Poo male puppy, CKC registered. Black wolf sable, teacup/toy size. $650. Rehoming Yorkie Poo adult female. 3 years old, black & gold. $500. All have shots and wormings UTD. NO TEXTS PLEASE. (828) 3910919 MANX CATS, BOB TAILS. Young adults and kittens. Eating and wormed. $150-$200. No texts (828) 391-0919 FREE TO GOOD HOME. Black kitten. Has been declawed and neutered. To inside home only. (704) 4705917

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BEAUTIFUL LABRADOODLES READY TO GO! Born May 31st, ﬁrst shots, wormed and vet checked. Serious inquires only. (864) 492-2880

2016 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE LS with 97,750 miles. Well maintained, professionally detailed, one owner, non smoker. Ready to drive. $12,999. 828-286-4966.

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

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I WOULD LIKE TO PURCHASE UNWANTED RENTAL PROPERTY AND/OR STARTER HOMES. MUST BE PRICED TO SELL! “QUICK CLOSINGS”! Call 704-472-0006.

2 BEDROOM MOBILE HOME FOR RENT. $125 week. No pets. 704-3003647.

OUTDOOR CAT. Female ﬁxed, de-wormed, all shots, 1.5 years old, Calico. Free to good home. 864-266-5717 leave message. GREAT PYRENEES FOR SALE. Wormed, 1st shots, 8 weeks, $250. 704-300-9361.

2006 MERCURY MONTEREY Mini Van, V6 4.2 Liter, Automatic, All Electric, 4 Door, 7 passenger, New Transmission with 3 year /100,000 mile warranty. $3600 obo. Runs & Drives Good! Call 704-4345241 or (704) 852-2846

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

1980 FORD F100 PICKUP. Long bed with ladder rack. Needs some work. Can send pictures by phone. $1200. Call (704) 300-1818 kim_hopper@ bellsouth.net

RIVER RUN DOG FOOD 21/10, 50 lbs, $17.99. Ask about volume discounts. 828287-3272. PONDEROSA LIVESTOCK TRAILER. Very good shape, $3600. 828-287-3272. DOG KENNELS, FROM $189.99 IN STOCK. 7x7, 5x10, 10x10, 10x20, 10x10 split, 20x20 split. Tops, Delivery and Install available. J. Johnson Sales, Forest City. 828-245-5895.

REGISTERED ROTTWEILER PUPPY. Male, 8 weeks old, All shots & wormer up to date. Pick of the litter! $600 Call or Text, (704) 297-0779

OR CALL

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

CARS & TRUCKS

1997 E-350 WORK TRUCK. High back, 7.3 Diesel, 118k miles, auto, Reading work body with ladder rack, one owner, new tires, $15,000. 828-2459620, 828-223-1564. 1987 FORD F-150 Long wheel base. Dual Tanks. Truck has been sitting for several years. Was running when parked. 82,000 Miles. Can send pictures by phone. $1700 (704) 300-1818 kim_hopper@bellsouth.net 2014 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN 72,000 miles. Call for Price, Black. Braunability handicap van. Side entry ramp. Transfer driver seat. (704) 692-6248 buck@walker-woodworking.com 2007 FORD MUSTANG Convertible, auto, 102K mi, white. black top Nice. Salvage title. $4500. 2011 Harley Road King, silver, extras, tuner. $8500. (704) 300-9223

MOTORCYCLES & ATVS

VACATIONS BOOK NOW! 3 bedroom, 2 bath in heart of Myrtle Beach. House on private lot. $600 per week. Call Keith, 704-4183790, (704) 750-3082 OCEAN LAKES 3 BEDROOMS, 2 BATHS. Washer/ dryer, gas grill, golf cart included. $1400 week. (704) 472-7145

2010 FORD EDGE LIMITED EDITION. 88k miles, $7750. 828-287-3820.

GASTON COUNTY

POLK COUNTY

OCEAN LAKES BEACH HOUSE. 5 bedrooms, 3 baths, close to ocean, all amenities. Open week of 8/8, 8/15, and 8/22. (704) 718-4731 OCEAN LAKES MYRTLE BEACH. Cottage N34. 2 bedroom, 2 bath, den, kitchen, dining, covered deck, near country store. Call Dorcas, 803-718-2659, (803) 6359831 LAKE LURE TIMESHARE FOR SALE. Fox Den 300, week 37 (September), 2020 dues paid. Individual house with view of Fairway #3 and Bald Head Mountain, $200. Call Jim, 704560-6602. BEACH HOUSE AT OCEAN LAKES. 2 & 3 bedroom, WIFI. For rent by week or 3 day weekend. July 4th week available due to cancellation. 704-4731494, (704) 434-7765

CLEVELAND COUNTY 22 ACRES IN CASAR. Half open, half wooded, with stream. 704-600-7847, (704) 538-1199 2008 POLARIS RANGER 500, 4X4, EFI. New tires, new seat, new snow plow, good condition, $4500 OBO. 843-441-2268.

1 BATH on 1 acre. appreciate. (704) 406-

3 BR MOBILE HOME on private lot in Mount Holly. $40,000.00. Call 704-3942597 for more information.

REAL ESTATE 2016 MINI COOPER CONVERTIBLE S Series. Only 19,000 Miles. Excellent Condition! 6 Speed. Lots of Room. Husband is over 6 feet tall. Drives & Rides Comfortably. $21,500 Serious Inquiries Only! Call (704) 284-0151

2 BEDROOM, HOUSE. Located Must see to $48,000, Shelby. 7836

FOR SALE BY OWNER 2.23 ACRES. Located on Old Post Road near Hwy. 74 East. Only serious inquiries. (704) 4069147

SUNNYVIEW, NC. FSBO. Convenient location, 7 acre lot with over 1,000 ft of road frontage, $60,000. Owner financing available with 20% down payment. 828-429-3287. RUTHERFORD COUNTY TWO RESTRICTED MOUNTAIN VIEW LOTS in gated community, near Lake Lure. Owner financing available, 0% financing for a limited time. Also, 78 Acre Riverfront Horse Farm, 5 miles from TIEC. 864-909-1035, www. rowelland.com

FOR RENT CLEVELAND COUNTY CALL PHOENIX CLEANING SOLUTIONS for your COVID-19 Air Disinfectant needs. No job too big or small. PROMO CODE CM2020. 980-297-3398. 2 BR, 1BA MOBILE HOME. $525/mth. Deposit ﬁrst and last. 704-734-7368. SMALL 2 BEDROOM MOBILE HOME. Electric heat & air, private lot. No pets. Background check and deposit required. 1 person only. (704) 477-6355 3 BR, 1 BA HOUSE for rent in Shelby. Great location. Hardwoods & ceramic tiles ﬂooring, Central H/A. Close to uptown. $800/mth + $800 deposit. 704-300-2820.

MOVE IN SPECIAL. 2 & 3 Bedroom, deposit required. $190 weekly rates. Includes power and water. NO PETS. Visit us online at Oakwood Rentals, Shelby. Call (704) 473-4299 MOBILE HOMES & APARTMENTS. In Kings Mountain. Price starting at $100 per week. Call (704) 739-4417 2&3 BEDROOM TOWNHOMES. Applications are being processed right now! Rent is based on income (and even some expenses). Call or visit today Laurel Hill Apartments. Equal housing opportunity. Shelby, NC 28152 (704) 4871114 laurelhill@darbydevelopment.com LIONS SENIOR VILLAGE has 1 bedroom HUD subsidized apartments for low income seniors. Taking applications. Age 62 or older. Equal Housing Opportunity. 211 North Morgan Street, Shelby, NC 28150 (704) 4827723 HICKORY CREEK APARTMENTS FOR SENIORS. (62 and older), disabled (50 and older). Shelby. Now taking applications for waiting list. EHO. 418 East Warren Street, Shelby, NC 28150 (704) 487-6354 2&3 BEDROOM MOBILE HOMES. Nice and clean, water furnished. Oak Grove Community, Kings Mtn. Call or text, 704-739-0259. RUTHERFORD COUNTY 2 BEDROOM, 1 BATH Ranch Home in Cliffside, H/A, hardwood ﬂoors, new metal roof, $695 month. Call/text (941) 916-2235 2 & 3 BEDROOM MOBILE HOMES. Small private park between Spindale and Forest City. Starting at $500 per month. 828-382-0475.

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Wednesday, July 22, 2020

Don’t let a federally-indicted South Carolina

casino developer take

advantage of North Carolina. South Carolina alrea ady rejected this casino. Now, a Soutth Carolina casino developer who haa d o n ce been in n dicted for ope e ratin n g an n illegal gambling business, an nd whose companies have left beh hind a trail of lawsuits, is trying g to imp pose this casino on us. This caasino projject is a loser for North Caarolina: • It will line de evelop pers’pockets and leave nearby communities stuck with inccreassed traffi fficc an nd law enforceme ent exp penses. • It’s the prroduct of a shady deal that could open the e fl flo oodgaatess to more unwaanted gam ming accross the statte. • It will siphon millions in critiical revenu ue from Norr th Carollina comm munities and send it out of statte.

Tell the Kings Mountain City Council to oppose this dangerous casino project.

A casino deal for a federally indicted developer is a losing bet. Paid for by DefendNC