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Dawkins beating all challenges Geoffrey Dawkins, 17, will graduate from Kings Mountain High School next month with a 4.2 grade point average and out front cheering for him at John Gamble Stadium will be his close-knit family and the eight-year-old boy he has tutored all year. When Dawkins discovered that a young Jefferson Elementary student faced similar health challenges, he started going to the child's home, helping him with school work, playing games, and spending time with family. Dawkins was born with Ectodermal Dyslasia – a non life-threatening skin disease which he has battled all his life and which took his hair. Just recently he suffered
DAWKINS an anemic stroke and spent three days at Levine Center in Charlotte. He was back in school last week – busy as ever. In 10th grade Geoffrey was diagnosed with Cardiomyopathy, a heart enlargement which prevented him
from playing basketball. But the next best thing to not playing sports is to serve as the manager for the KMHS varsity basketball team for the past three years and see his team make it to the third round of playoffs. For the past two years Coach Pierce has asked him to also help with scoring. The talented young man who stands five feet nine inches tall has beat all challenges. As a fifth and sixth grader he played basketball at Faith Baptist Church and baseball at Bethlehem Baptist Church. As a high school freshman he played basketball at the YMCA and some football. At KMHS, he's active in the band, Beta See DAWKINS, Page 4
Memorial Service Town Hall Tuesday at 10 T h e City of K i n g s Mountain will host its annual Memorial Day Observance STEWART on Monday, May 30 at 10 a.m. at Patriots Park and the observance will take place at the Patriots’ Memorial. Elizabeth (Lib) Stewart, veteran Herald staff writer who served as National President of the American Legion Auxiliary in 2000, will be the guest speaker.
Stewart traveled all over the world during a year's time as the leader of the nearly one million member and largest women's patriotic organization in the world. She is recipient of the Governor's Order of the Long Leaf Pine Award, the Rotary's Paul Harris Fellow Award and the county's 'distinguished women's' award, among others. She is a past state president of the Auxiliary ( 1976-77) and is active in Otis D. Green Unit 155 in Kings Mountain and served a number of terms as president.
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The first town hall meeting last Thursday night attracted few citizens but those who did attend provided good suggestions and lots of conversation, said Mayor Scott Neisler. “It's important for us to be accessible and available See TOWN MEETING, Page 4
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Betsy Wells Top Vote-getter by PAT POSTON
land, Gaston, Lincoln, Polk, and Rutherford counDelegates from ties, the Asheville seven area counties area of Buncombe gathered in Shelby County, and Saturday, May 21, for part of Catawba the Tenth CongresCounty. sional District DemThose attendWELLS ocratic convention. ing cheered rousThe district includes Cleve- ing comments from two Democratic candidates seeking to replace Republican incumbents in Washington, elected five delegates to the July Democratic National Convention where Special to Herald
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Poppy Day set by ALA Unit American Legion Auxiliary members in Unit 155 of Kings Mountain will distribute memorial poppies Friday and Saturday in the Kings Mountain area, beginning on Friday morning in front of Food Lion on East King Street at 10 a.m. The red crepe paper poppies are handmade by hospitalized veterans and proceeds from the event are earmarked for veteran projects in Kings Mountain. President Pat Lemmon invites the community to participate.
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New faces at four schools this fall Four Kings Mountain schools will welcome new principals this fall. Supt. Dr. Stephen Fisher announced the administrative changes this week. The new faces at the local schools: Henry Gilmore, principal of Kings Mountain Intermediate, will become Media and Communications Coordinator for Cleveland County Schools and Amy
Moss, principal at North Elementary, will succeed Gilmore as principal at KM Intermediate. Amy Allen, assistant principal at Shelby Intermediate, will become principal at North Elementary succeeding Moss. Dr. Amy Jones, principal of Crest Middle, will become principal at Bethware Elementary. Dr. Anita Ware, Director
of Secondary Education, will become the interim principal at Kings Mountain Middle. Other new principalships in the county include: Kim Kepner, assistant principal at James Love Elementary, was promoted to principal of James Love Elementary. Jeremy Shields, assistant principal of Crest High, was promoted to principal at Crest Middle.
Bike lane, street paving top priorities Ron Humphries Battleground Avewill head up a new nue to the Gateway transportation comTrail. mittee to be apThe other impointed by Mayor portant challenge Scott Neisler at will be to oversee Tuesday's 6 p.m. a new overlay and city council meeting paving schedule/ at city hall. program targeted NEISLER “I am so pleased for Battleground that Ron will take this re- Avenue in 2019 but with the sponsibility and he will paving contract to be let in bring years of expertise the Spring of 2017 . working with Division 12 The mayor said that he Transportation,'' said the and Planning Director Steve mayor. The committee will Killian have measured include two more members streets for a bike lane to be appointed by council. which is one of the city's Neisler said one of the priorities along with paving challenges for the new com- of Battleground and King mittee is to implement a Streets. bike plan for the city with “We're waiting on delivthe goal a bike lane from ery of new light poles for
the Cherokee Street parking lot and this project is on track,'' said the mayor. With the improvements to the city's parking lot there will be 73 spaces for cars, seven more spots than previously, and the mayor said the addition of more lighting will be a boon to business owners as well as to customers to be able to use back entrances to stores downtown. “We appreciate downtown businesses who have been so supportive as we began work on the improvements to the “back lot” and are sure they will enjoy the results when the project is completed,'' said the mayor.
Harris Health wing dedicated “Helping those in need gives me great joy,'' words of the late N o r t h Carolina HARRIS Senator J. Ollie Harris of Kings Mountain which are bronzed on a signed plaque in the foyer of the Senator J. Ollie Harris Behavioral Health Wing that bears his name at the new Cleveland County Health Department. The Harris Wing was rededicated last Thursday due to its transition from the former building adjacent to the Health Department at its
NEW BUILDING - The new Senator J. Ollie Harris Behavioral Health Wing was dedicated at the new Cleveland County Health Department facility last Thursday. former location near Carolina HealthCare System-Cleveland. The new facility will
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■ OBITUARIES
Charles T. Carpenter, Jr.,
decorated WWII veteran KINGS MOUNTAIN Charles Troy Carpenter, Jr. died on May 16 several months shy of his 95th birthday, having lived a life of honor and service to others. He was the oldest child of Charles Troy and Aileen Ormand Carpenter, grandson of Anderson Pinckney and Callie Hoke Carpenter, and, of Captain Batie Meek and Lillian Allison Ormand. His Ormand ancestors gather annually at the family’s Old Furnace on Long Creek dating from 1788, and the B.M. Ormand home still stands on West Mountain Street. His paternal grandfather A.P. and uncle Marcus established a general store in 1874 and in 1878 built one of the town’s first brick store buildings with red clay bricks from their brickyard. Carpenter Dry Goods, later Phifer Hardware, stood on Battleground Avenue for about 100 years. The Carpenter brothers also built houses on opposite corners of East Mountain Street, one remains and the other on the site of the current Kings Mountain Historical Museum, formerly the Post Office built in 1935. Ancestors were founding members of several civic and religious endeavors, including St. Matthews Lutheran Church and First Baptist Church. Charles graduated from Kings Mountain High School in 1938 and from Clemson College in 1942 with a BS degree in Textile Chemistry. From Clemson’s Corp of Cadets and Officer’s Candidate School at Ft. Benning, GA, he was commissioned as a lieutenant in the U.S. Army Infantry where he was in over 400 days in combat with the legendary 1st Infantry Division as a forward artillery observer. His 16th Infantry fought in North Africa, Sicily, France, Belgium and Germany, notably in the assault landings at Gela, Sicily, and Omaha Beach early on D-Day, and, through the Battle of the Bulge. Charles served at times under the commands of Generals Teddy Roosevelt and George Patton, and was highly decorated, being awarded all citations presented to the First Division, and earning two Silver Stars and two Bronze Stars for gallantry in action. Like many WWII veterans, Charles rarely discussed his military experiences but in the 1980s he informally organized local veterans, and in 1987, was appointed to the NC Veteran’s Memorial Commission to erect a monument on the grounds of the NC Capitol. In 1997, the George C. Marshall Library and Foundation in Lexington, VA, began the Charles T. Carpenter Collection of his military papers, maps and awards. Charles met the light of his life shortly after returning from service, marrying Marion Laughridge of Gastonia on May 4, 1947. They enjoyed a rewarding marriage for nearly 69 years until her death in February. Professionally, Charles was a journalist, serving as sports editor and circulation manager of the KM Herald, magistrate, and later, owner of Kings Mountain Real Estate. All along the way, he was
a devoted family man and community supporter. Known for being kindhearted, interested in the well-being of others, and being a friend to all, Charles was an ever-present advocate who took a keen interest in young people, wanting to give opportunities to others. He was an arch supporter of the area’s American Legion baseball, serving as Junior
Baseball Commissioner and for fifteen years as Athletics Coordinator helping young men participate and learn sportsmanship. Charles was a founding member and director of the KM Board of Realtors, and was an active member of Central Methodist Church, teaching high school Sunday School for many years. He was also active with the Rotary, Chamber of Commerce, Cleveland County Democratic Party, KM Country Club, and was a longtime owner at Lake Montonia where the family enjoyed the best of life together with friends. Survivors include son, Charles Troy “Chuck” Carpenter III and wife, Ellen, and their sons, Troy and Sam of Norfolk VA, and their daughter Katie of Charlottesville VA; daughter, Laura Carpenter Bingham and husband, Warren, of Raleigh and Blowing Rock, NC; sister, Dorcus Carpenter Plonk, a host of nieces and nephews, for whom he was a beloved uncle. He was predeceased by siblings, Carolyn Dilling and Meek Carpenter, and by family members for whom he cared through his life. A memorial service will be held Tuesday, May 31, 2016 at 1 p .m. at Central United Methodist Church followed by interment with military honors at Mountain Rest Cemetery. Memorials can be made to Central United Methodist Church, 113 South Piedmont Avenue, Kings Mountain, NC 28086, or KM Historical Museum, 100 E. Mountain Street, 28086. A guest register is available at www.HarrisFunerals. com Harris Funeral Home and Cremation Services is in charge of arrangements.
Louise Jolly SHELBY- Louise F. Jolly, 82, died Tuesday, May 17, 2016, at her home. The funeral service was conducted Thursday, May 19, 2016 at 2 p.m. at Eastside Baptist Church in Shelby. Rev. Dale Byrd officiated and interment was in Cleveland Memorial Park. Clay-Barnette Funeral Home of Shelby was in charge of arrangements.
Jeanette Twitty CASAR – Jeanette Barnette Mullis Twitty, 89, resident of Casar, died May 23, 2016 at Testa Family Hospice House in Kings Mountain. The funeral service will be conducted Wednesday, May 25, 2016 at 3 p.m. at Ollie Harris Memorial Chapel at Harris Funeral Home in Kings Mountain. The family will receive visitors from 1-2:30 p.m. prior to the funeral service at the funeral home. Interment will be in Mountain Rest Cemetery in Kings Mountain. A guest register is available at www.HarrisFunerals. com Harris Funeral Home and Cremation Services is in charge of arrangements.
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KINGS MOUNTAIN - Mitchell David Cobb, 73, of Kings Mountain, passed away on May 16, 2016, at White Oak Manor. He was born February 20, 1943, in Cleveland County, son of the late Charlie Cobb and Eula Mae Oliver Cobb. Mr. Cobb was a member of Bethlehem Baptist Church in Kings Mountain. He was also a member of the King Solomon Lodge # 704 in Gastonia and as well as a member of the Gaston Oasis Shrine Club. Mitchell served as a Waste Water Treatment Operator for JP Stevens and the town of Cramerton. Once he retired, Mitchell taught welding classes at Kings Mountain High School and Cleveland Community College. A memorial service was held at 3 p.m. Friday, May 20, 2016, at Bethlehem Baptist Church, 1017 Bethlehem Road, Kings Mountain, officiated by Pastor Steve Taylor. The family received friends 6-8 p.m. Thursday, May 19, 2016, at Greene Funeral Service, West Chapel, 216 Archie Whitesides Rd. Gastonia. Mr. Cobb is survived by daughters, Tammy Godwin and husband, George, Jody Ghorley and husband, Todd, Stacy Barber and husband, Brian, Samantha Farmer and husband, Jason; brother, Douglas Cobb; sisters, Mary Helen Sisk, Freida Cobb; grandchildren, Paul Wentz III, Cassie Grellman, Cayla Long, Bailey Richardson, Abbigail Barber, Gracie Farmer, A.J. Farmer, Hunter Farmer, Christian Godwin, Mason Farmer, Malachi Farmer; and great – grandchild, Trever Long. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife, Judy Ann McDaniel Cobb; brothers, Buddy and Michael Cobb. In lieu of flowers memorials may be sent to Hospice of Cleveland County, 951 Wendover Heights Drive, Shelby, NC 28150 or the Parkinson’s Association of the Carolinas, 5970 Fairview Road Suite 725 Charlotte, NC 28210. Arrangements are with the West Chapel of Greene Funeral Service and Crematorium, Gastonia. Online condolences may be sent to greenefuneral. com
SHELBY- Robert Michael Heath II was born May 17, 2016 and passed away on the same day. He was born to Mike and Dana Heath but God seen He needed him to be with Him. He was a beautiful baby boy that his mommy and daddy adored, but they know God’s plan is perfect and His plan is best. Still it doesn’t lessen their love for him and he will be greatly missed. His parents are the owners of Mike’s Food Stores in the county. He is preceded in death by his paternal grandmother Ganell Heath and his maternal grandfather, Dan Hamrick Boheler. In addition to his parents, little Mike is survived by his five sisters, Kim Callahan and husband Keith of Blacksburg, SC, Vickie Bowen and husband Eddie of Shelby, Rebecca Leonard and husband Scottie of Grover, Destinee Heath, and Alyssa Heath, both of Shelby; one brother, Bobby O’Brien and wife Bonnie of Lawndale; his Paternal grandfather, Junior Heath of Kings Mountain and his Maternal grandmother, Sharon Boheler of Kings Mountain A funeral service was held at 1 p.m. Saturday, May 21, 2016 at East Kings Mountain Church of God. The family received friends Friday evening at Clay-Barnette Funeral Home of Kings Mountain from 6-7:30 pm Rev. John Heath, Sr. and Rev. Richard Shores officiated the service. Condolences: www. clay-barnette.com Clay-Barnette Funeral Home of Kings Mountain was in charge of arrangements.
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MOORESBORO- Doris Harris Scruggs, 82, died Monday, May 16, 2016, at Hospice at Wendover. The funeral service was conducted Wednesday, May 18, 2016 at 2 p.m. at Trinity Baptist Church of which she was a member and former church secretary. Burial was in Cleveland Memorial Park. Clay-Barnette Funeral Home of Shelby was in charge of arrangements.
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CLT to audition July 22, July 23 Follow the White Rabbit down the hole this summer with Alice into Wonderland as the Cherryville Little Theatre plans to present the stories of Lewis Carroll on July 22 and July 23 with also matinee and evening show on July 23. Auditions for roles for ages 7-13 will be held June 6 and June 7 from 6-8 p.m. at the Cherryville Little Theatre, Mountain Street, in Cherryville. Rehearsals will be held July 5-22, Monday through Friday, from 6-8 p.m.
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The Patriots’ Memorial, located at the west entry to Patriots Park (Cansler Street and Gold Street), has plaques honoring soldiers who died in combat during WWI, WWII, Korea and Vietnam. “The City was originally approached a few years ago by an informal group of local Vietnam veterans who wanted to have a memorial dedicated to those soldiers from Kings Mountain who were killed in action in Vietnam. We realized there was no memorial
for any of our local heroes who gave their lives in battle to preserve our freedoms. We found a design where we could incorporate the names all the heroes in a monument, the Patriots’ Memorial.” said Special Events Coordinator, Haley Wilson. All veterans are invited to be part of the observance. There will be limited seating in front of the stage and participants are encouraged to bring portable chairs. Parking will be available at the park.
Kings Mountain Church of the Nazarene, 127 Countryside Road, will hold Friend's Day and fellowship Sunday, June 5. The worship service at 11 a.m. will be followed by BBQ lunch, games, fun and fellowship. Everyone invited.
Concert Sunday Westover Baptist Church, 114 Westover Drive, will present Providence in concert Sunday at 6 p.m. Refreshments will be served after the service.
Men's Day Galilee United Methodist Church, 117 Galilee Church Road, will hold Men's Day Sunday, June 5, at 2:30 p.m. Rev. Billy Houze, pastor of First Baptist Church of Lawndale, will be the speaker. Everyone welcome.
Dixon Presbyterian Homecoming Sunday Church Dixon Presbyterian Church will hold Homecoming Day Sunday. Special music will be featured during the worship hour with showing of photographs submitted by the congregation during the service and picnic lunch at 1 p.m. in the fellowship hall afterwards. Everyone welcome.
benefit Midview Baptists Church, 703 Margrace Road, will have a hot dog sale, yard sale and car wash June 4 beginning at 7 a.m. at the church. Proceeds will be used to send youth to church camp. Everyone invited.
Breakfast fundraiser for Barrick June 4 Kings Mountain's Kevin Barrick is returning to Ethiopia, Africa to teach English and tutor in Mathematics with the organization Unforgotten Faces. A breakfast fundraiser will be hosted at Fatz Cafe, 1235 E. Dixon Blvd. in Shelby on Saturday, June 4, from 8-10 a.m. to help defray some of Kevin's travel expense. Barrick has volunteered
with Unforgotten Faces for two years in Africa. Tickets are $7 for adults with children under six eating free and the breakfast menu includes pancakes, sausage links, maple syrup, butter, mixed fruit, coffee, tea or milk. To purchase advance tickets contact Kevin Barrick at 704-300-9012 or at kevinmbarrick@gmail.com"kevinmbarrick@gmail.com
Firemen to kick-off 'Fill the Boot' campaign Kings Mountain Fire Department, along with the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA), are set to host a special event to kick off the fire fighters' Fill the Boot fundraising campaign to help kids and adults with muscular dystrophy, ALS and related muscle-debilitating diseases live longer and grow stronger. The kick-off event on Thursday, May 26 at Kings Mountain Fire Station 1 continues more than 60 years of fire fighter tradition, providing steadfast drive and uncommon caring to help free individuals from the harm of muscle diseases that take away everyday freedoms like walking, hugging, playing and even breathing. “We couldn’t be more proud to kick off this year’s Fill the Boot campaign alongside the inspiring, selfless individuals of the Kings Mountain Fire Department who make a profound impact on our families’ health, wellbeing and quality of life,” said Associate Executive Director of MDA Charlotte, Lisa Cole. “Together with their Fill the Boot support, we will raise critical funds and awareness to empower local kids and adults with life-enhancing resources and support that will open new possibilities so they can live a life without limits.” This year’s Fill the Boot campaign officially begins Saturday, June 4th at 8am, at the intersection of Battleground & Mountain. Members of the Kings Mountain Fire Department will be out with boots in hand as they greet motorists on the street, asking them to make a donation in support of MDA’s mission to find treatments and cures for muscle-debilitating diseases that severely weaken muscle strength and mobility. Funds raised through 2016 Kings Mountain Fill the Boot event will help MDA’s efforts to fund groundbreaking research and life-enhancing programs, such as state-of-the-art support groups and Care Centers, including the MDA Care
Center in Charlotte. They also help send more than 60 local kids to “the best week of the year” at MDA summer camp at no cost to their families at Camp Bethelwoods in York, SC. MDA and Fire Fighter Partnership As MDA’s largest national partner, fire fighters fuel MDA's mission to find research breakthroughs across diseases; care for kids and adults from day one; and provide families with services and support. Fire Fighter support for MDA began in 1954 when fire fighters across the country committed to support MDA until a cure is found, and this unwavering commitment to MDA has remained strong to this day. In 2015, more than 100,000 fire fighters participated in Fill the Boot events across the country and raised $25.5 million. About MDA MDA is leading the fight to free individuals — and the families who love them — from the harm of muscular dystrophy, ALS and related muscle-debilitating diseases that take away physical strength, independence and life. We use our collective strength to help kids and adults live longer and grow stronger by finding research breakthroughs across diseases; caring for individuals from day one; and empowering families with services and support in hometowns across America. Learn how you can fund cures, find care and champion the cause at .mda.org
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Farmers Market 1970 Class opening June 2
Litton honored with Long Leaf Pine award
The grand opening of the Foothills Farmers Market in Kings Mountain is next Thursday, June 2, from 4-7 p.m. at Patriots Park downtown. “Don't miss out on this wonderful community gathering,'' says Nancy Richter, KM Market Coordinator. Richter said that the Power of Produce Program (POP) will be kicked off and invites kids 3-12 years old to participate on Thursday evenings. Children will be given a $2 token to spend on produce at the market. Richter said the first program on opening day will be from Mauney Memorial Library, 'Adopt a Cress Pet and make your own, watch it grow and give it a trim later for a tasty salad or sandwich treat. All materials will be provided while supplies last. Every Thursday night there will be a variety of entertainment provided by the City of Kings Mountain's Main Street-Special Events Department at the gazebo. Entertainment will range from school bands, yoga and zumba classes, acoustics, jazz, country, beach and funk music. There will be an opportunity for open mic nights and more. “The goal is to bring people out to the market and for
Throughout the award’s history, it has been somewhat of a tradition for recipients to be unaware of their nomination until they are presented with the award at an ordinary meeting or event. Following this custom, Dr. Litton was surprised with the award at Cleveland County Schools’ May 2nd Senior Scholars Banquet. Phillip Glover, Chairman of the Cleveland County Board of Education who also received the award a few years ago, nominated Dr. Litton after deciding his years of service to Cleveland County deserved to be recognized. After discussing the idea with Dr. Fisher, Superintendent of Cleveland County Schools, Dr. Litton’s nomination was sent to Representative Tim Moore’s office. From there, it was passed on to Governor Pat McCrory, who is responsible for choosing the recipients. “Dr. Litton is a true believer in public education,” said Glover. “With his many years of service
them to stay and enjoy the beauty of Patriots Park,'' said Haley Wilson, Special Events Coordinator. Now available, you can have the Foothills Farmers Market freshest produce to go in a box. The Community Supported Agriculture program ( CSA) offers the local community an opportunity to directly support local growers and share in the risks and benefits of local food production. Through the advanced purchase of a food subscription, customers get a box filled with the best and freshest food local growers have to offer, including fruits, vegetables meats, eggs, cheeses, and value added foods every week. The price is $300 and a $75 deposit is due with sign up to confirm your subscription. The remaining balance is due June 2, one week before the first box is ready to pick up at The Shelby Pavilion, 126 W. Marion Street, Shelby. Pick-up is every Wednesday from June 8 through August 10 from 4-6 p.m. For applications and more information, sign up at Foothills FarmersMarket. com or contact Nancy Fichter at 704-600-5397 or email Fichter.nancy@ gmail.com
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The Kings Mountain High School Class of 1970 will hold a reunion luncheon Saturday, June 11, at 11 a.m. at Italian Gardens Restaurant, 213 E. King Street, in Kings Mountain. This will be a dutch treat luncheon and alumni are encouraged to invite a friend or spouse. Call Jerry at 704-692-7484 for more information.
Community lunch May 25 Life of Worship, 403 Cherokee St., will serve a community lunch Wednesday, May 25, from 11 a.m.12:30 p.m. at the church located behind Farmers Furniture. The menu is hamburgers with french fries, baked beans, dessert and lemonade. Everyone invited.
Dr. George Litton of Cleveland County recently received one of the most prestigious awards in North Carolina, the Order of the Long Leaf Pine. in Cleveland County, he deserves to be recognized for this award. He’s been a big advocate for public education through working in the schools, working with the Board of Education, and now working with the Educational Foundation.” Dr. Litton was the principal of Crest High School for 20 years. He served as a member and chairman of the CCS Board of Education, and he is now the
president of the Cleveland County Educational Foundation. Glover said Dr. Litton always works hard to ensure the scholarships from the Foundation are given out to students. Even though Dr. Litton knew about the Order of the Long Leaf Pine award, he never expected to get one. His grandson was receiving a scholarship for his academic achievements at the Senior Scholars Banquet, so the surprise was even more special to Dr. Litton, who got to share the experience with his family members. “I am deeply honored and humbled by the award. I’ve spent my entire life working for young people, and the recognition was certainly very nice,,” said Dr. Litton. “Some great and outstanding people have gotten this award in Cleveland County, and I’m just honored to be among them.” He said the award meant even more to him because the nomination was made by members of the school board that he served on.
4-H Youth Summer Fun program available Looking for something your child can enjoy this summer? Try 4-H Youth Development's Summer Fun Program. It's an informal, practical, learn-bydoing educational program open to all youth in Cleveland County and includes a series of educational activities designed to make the most of summer vacation by encouraging youth to learn with productive activities that are fun. Summer Fun is open to youth regardless of prior 4-H participation. It offers camps, classes, competitions, group experiences, teaching and learning opportunities for youth ages 5-18. June events include
Arts & Crafts Discovery for ages 7-13 on June 8-10 and June 13-17 from 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; June 19-24 is Millstone 4-H Camp, overnight, ages 8-14; and June 28-July 1 Farm and Food investigations for ages 9-13 fro 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Activities continue the month of July and through Aug. 18. Reserve your spot before classes fill up . To register, download the Summer Fun registration forms from the website https: //cleveland.ces.ncsu. edu/spotlight/cleveland-co4-h-summer-fun-schedule/ or stop by the office at 130 South Post Road, Suite I. Shelby, NC 28152 or call 704-482-4365.
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RIBBON CUTTING – Pictured are members of the J. Ollie Harris family, county commissioners and health officials at the ribbon-cutting opening the Senator J. Ollie Harris Behavioral Health Wing. From left, Rhett Melton, Jean Arthur Harris, Becky Harris, Johnny Harris, Katie Munger, and Ronnie Hawkins. Back row, Kathy Hambright and county commissioners Johnny Hutchins, Jason Falls and Susan Allen. Photos by KERRI MELTON
HARRIS: Health wing dedicated From Page 1 former Senator championed during his lifetime which included a record of holding office the longest of any individual in Cleveland County, 42 years. Ronnie Hawkins, manager of Harris Funeral Home and longtime friend of Harris, the late Senator's daughter, Becky Harris, and his grandson, John O. (Johnny) Harris cut the ribbon opening the facility. Hawkins and Harris spoke of the Senator's chairmanship of the Senate Human Resources Committee and his dedication to helping others with mental, physical and substance abuse issues. Hawkins said that the
Valand Award and Nathan Davis Award, both held by Senator Harris, were given only to individuals who championed those issues and were presented by Governor James Martin and the N.C. Medical Society. “The Senator Ollie Harris Wing of the new Health Department is a critical part of the overall health and well being of Cleveland County individuals and families that have challenges with mental health, substance abuse or developmentally disability issues. They will find this as a hub for resources that they need,'' said Jason Falls, chairman of the Cleveland County Board of Commissioners. He added, “Seeing Senator Harris' name above
the entrance is not only a beacon to those in need but is a reminder to all those who enter of the selfless devotion of a leader in our communities that left this a better place to be.” In a N. C. House/ N. C. Senate Joint Resolution in 1997 commemorating Senator Harris' death Feb. 9, 1996, it noted that Harris served 10 terms in the Senate, beginning in 1971, where he was an advocate for the mentally and physically handicapped and that he served as Cleveland County Coroner for 35 years, winning his first election in 1946. Among other awards he received were the Better Life award from the N. C. Health Care Facilities
in 1979; Legislator of the Year by the N. C. Health Department Association in 1979; recognition from hte N. C. Psychological Association in 1985; and the naming of the Cleveland County Mental Health Center in his honor. President and treasurer of Harris Funeral Home, Inc., he was a decorated World War II veteran who served in the US Army in the European Theater of Operations, a devoted family man married for 61 years, a father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, Mason and Shriner, active in the Democratic Party, and served in a number of other volunteer roles in the community and state.
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Suspect in shooting DAWKINS: beating all challenges still at large From Page 1
Police say the suspect in the shooting of James William Smith Jr. May 17 is still at large. During officers' initial investigation, witnesses identified Todd Owens, 34, of 606 West Gold St., as the alleged shooter Kings Mountain police officers responded last Tuesday just after 11 p.m. to a shooting near Watterson Street and Waco Road. When they arrived at the scene, the victim, Smith, 36, of 1304 Northwoods Dr., had been transported to Carolinas Health Care System- Kings Mountain with a
gunshot wound to the chest. He was later taken to Carolinas Medical Center Main in Charlotte where he was reported in stable condition. Witnesses said the suspect fled the scene in a black Honda Accord with rims, tinted windows and unknown registration plates, heading south on North Watterson Street. Police secured warrants charging Owens with assault with a deadly weapon inflicting serious injury with intent to kill. Anyone with information on this investigation or the whereabouts of Owens
OWENS are asked to contact Cpl. K. L. Hamrick or Kings Mountain Police Department at 704-734-0444 or Cleveland County Crime Stoppers at 704-04818477.
■ POLICE ARRESTS MAY 17: A 16-year-old female student was charged with disorderly conduct and assault on school employee, $2500 secured bond. MAY 18: Angelita Marjodie Carroll, 33, Mount Holly, DWI, $2500 unsecured bond. MAY 18: J'Keylo Tremayne Bagwell, 19, 136 Cambridge Oaks Dr., Apt. 201, second degree trespass, $285 secured bond. MAY 18: Cory Travis Payne, 39, General Del., resisting public officer, misdemeanor larceny, $1000 secured bond. MAY 19: Brandon Keith Griffin, 32, 812 Margrace Road, assault on female, $2500 unsecured bond. MAY 21: Chadwick Neal Blanton, 27, 110 Honeywood Dr., DWI, possession drug paraphernalia, driving left of center, no insurance, fictitious tag, inspection violation, $2500 unsecured bond. MAY 23: Anthony Clayton Morrow, 30, Lincolnton, impaired driving, carrying concealed weapon, possession marijuana, no bond. CITATIONS MAY 13: Marquidous Shammal Crank, 23, Gastonia, no vehicle registration. MAY 14: A 17-year-old male was cited for possession of marijuana. MAY 14: Jennifer Elain Bledsoe, 43, 414 N. Piedmont Apt. A Rd. possession of marijuana. MAY 14: Gustevas Allen Roberts Jr., 48, Charlotte, no motorcycle license. MAY 14: A 17-year-old male was cited for injury to personal property under $200. MAY 14: Michael Keith Stone Jr., 24, 414 Battleground Ave., possession marijuana and possession drug paraphernalia. MAY 17: A 17-year-old female student was cited for assault and causing a public disturbance at the high school. MAY 20: Stephen Russell Jamerson, 71, 123 Galilee Church Road, no liability insurance, violation of restrictions on the use of dealer plate on vehicle, revoked license.
MAY 20: Spencer Seth Hoffman, 25, Bessemer City, no operator's license, fictitious tag, no electronic inspection, no insurance. MAY 21: Michaela Lynn Grobsky, 22, 306 1 Sims St., revoked license. MAY 21: Chadwick Neal Blanton, 27, 110 Honeywoods Dr., no current inspection. No insurance. Failure to drive on right side of highway, fictitious tag. MAY 22: A 17-yearold male student was cited for failure to drive on right side of highway and failure to carry a valid driver's license. INCIDENTS MAY 13: A resident of Cameron Drive said that her 2011 Dodge Charger was damaged by someone painting the door handle. MAY 13: Food Lion 230, 1320 Shelby Road, reported theft of money from the store register and product from the shelf. MAY 15: A resident of Country Creek Drive reported damage to a mailbox. MAY 16: A resident of Fulton Drive reported theft of a riding lawnmower valued at $1,499.98. MAY 16: A resident of Thornburg Drive reported theft of a buggy and a $849 Samsung Galaxy Note (4) and a black and pink case. MAY 18: Kangaroo Express 3970, 225 Cleveland Ave., reported shoplifting of candy bars. MAY 21: A resident of Sims Street reported theft of a tag from a vehicle. MAY 22: A resident of City Street reported theft of debit card and currency. MAY 22: A resident of E. Ridge Street reported theft of a vehicle tag. WRECKS MAY 6: Officer Bryan McGinnis said that Jerry Woods, Gastonia, operating a 2004 Dodge, was pulling into a parking space at 2111 Shelby Road and struck a 2001 Ford operated by David Wright, 309 Wright Road. Property damages were slight. MAY 12: Officer G. L. McKinney said that Jewel Elliott, Lawndale, operating a 2006 Chrysler, was leaving the King Street parking lot of Dr. G. K. Howard and pulled into
the path of a 2015 Chevrolet operated by Jacqueline Goode, Gastonia. Property damages were estimated at $1700. MAY 12: Officer Jonathan Price charged Tracy Renee Smith, 200 Spruce St., Apt. 8A, with impaired driving and driving while license revoked. Smith, traveling on Galilee Church Road towards NC 161, entered a right hand curve and didn't follow the roadway and hit the opening of a drainage culvert which caused the driver side front tire to break loose from the frame and her car rested against a fire hydrant. Property damage to her car was estimated at $4,000. MAY 13: Officer J. L. Dee said that Jada Putnam, 117 Beech Lane, operating a 2015 Honda, said a dog ran out in front of her car on NC 216 at Cooper Street resulting in $1500damageto her vehicle. MAY 15: Officer J. L. Wittington said that Jonathan Ellis, Clover, SC, operating a 1994 Chevy, backed from a parking space at Dollar Tree on York Road and hit a parked 2006 Chevrolet owned by Catherine Partlow, 106 Urban Drive. Property damage was estimated at $1500. MAY 19: Officer J. L. Dee said that Kaitlyn Greason, 807 Monroe Ave., operating a 2012 Chevrolet, and Jsssica Yon, 308 El Bethel Road, operating a 2004 Honda, hit at the intersection of NC 161 and US Business 74. Yon was in the turn lane said the light was green in her direction of travel. Greason, traveling South on 161, said her light had just turned yellow. Property damage was estimated at $5,000. MAY 19: Officer F. L. Wittington said that Norma Bridges, 824 Cleveland Ave., operating a 2005 Ford, struck a 2007 Chevrolet operated by Lekisha Feemster, 310 E. Ridge St., which had slowed for traffic on King Street. Property damage was estimated at $1800. MAY 19: A hit and run driver struck a mirror on a 2012 Nissan owned by Penny Biddix, 109 S. Gaston St., and left the scene. The car was parked in front of the Biddix residence.
Club, and Business and Marketing classes. What does he plan after graduation? Geoffrey wants to be a prosecutor in the court system and so he will major in criminal justice at North Carolina Central University. He's excited. His favorite subject is Science and he hopes to take lots of Science courses in college. Geoffrey is the son of Rev. Jeffrey and Angela Dawkins. His father is Associate Minister of New Mount Zion Baptist Church in Gaffney, SC. He has an older sister, Kristin. “You just don't give up,'' says the popular student who is affectionately called “Geoffro” by his friends. Staying busy, working hard and most importantly putting your trust in God. That's his prescription for a happy life. He plans to keep in touch with his young friend by en-
Geoffrey Dawkins is pictured with the young elementary student he tutors. couraging him in his school work and visiting as often as possible. “I won't forget him,
he's been good for me and I hope that I have been good for him.”
WELLS: Top Vote-getter From Page 1 the party’s presidential candidate will be elected, and dealt with business from adopting resolutions to naming district representatives for state party committees. Deborah Ross of Raleigh, candidate for U. S. Senate, and Andy Millard of Tryon, candidate for the Tenth District seat in the U. S. Congress,were the keynoters. During the convention, separate caucuses were held for supporters of the two Democratic presidential primary candidates, Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders, for the purpose of electing national Democratic convention candidates corresponding to Tenth District voting results in the March 15 primary election. Fifteen Democrats from throughout the district had applied for the two Clinton and
three Sanders delegate slots. Betsy H. Wells of Grover in Cleveland County was top vote-getter in the Clinton caucus and will travel to Philadelphia in July for her third national convention. Wells, who continues to serve at the grassroots as Grover Democratic precinct chair, is a longtime volunteer leader in the party in numerous capacities. She has chaired the Cleveland County Democratic Party, serves on the N. C. Democratic Party state Executive Committee, and is currently in her fourth year as chair of Tenth District Democrats. She presided at the Saturday event. “It’s going to be a historic national convention, What an honor to represent our district! I appreciate your confidence and support,” Wells said. Among those elected as
district representatives on state party committees was Roger Harris of Shelby, named to the NCDP Committee on Credentials and Appeals. Cleveland County Democrats were hosts for the district convention, held in the staff development center of the County Schools Central Administration building. Party and precinct volunteers including members of Democratic Women of Cleveland County pitched in to festively decorate the meeting hall in red, white, and blue, manage logistics, prepare lunches, and handle greetings and registration. “It was a big job, but worth it,” Wells said. “We had many compliments on the excellent facility, the friendly atmosphere, and Cleveland County’s hospitality.”
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■ MEDITATION
Remember In an encounter near the end of World War II an ungrateful and arrogant Charles DeGaulle demanded General Eisenhower Bishop Roger get every AmerWoodard ican soldier out Pastor Kings Mountain of France. He Family Worship reportedly replied,”It might take a while to dig them up.” As we approach Memorial Day, let us resolve ourselves to do more than party, Bar B Q, and enjoy the day off. With all of our nation’s problems and imperfections ( and there are
many), the United States of America is still the freest and greatest nation on earth. And our freedoms were purchased and remain today because of those who gave their all and shed their blood. Young men and women, who wanted to live, enjoy life, raise a family and prosper, put it all on the line for their country. Just take a look at the rich capital our nation’s finest spent for us, represented in the American cemeteries around the world. •Aisne-Marne, Belleau, France – 2,289 • Ardennes, Belgium – 5,329 • St. James, Brittany, France – 4,410 • Brookwood, British Isles – 468 • Cambridge, England – 3,812 • Epinal, Dinoze, France – 5, 255 • Flanders Field, Waregem, Belgium – 368 • Florence, Tuscany, Italy – 4,402 • Henri-Chapelle, Liege, Bel-
gium – 368 • Florence, Tuscany, Italy – 4402 • Henri-Chapelle, Liege, Belgium – 7,992 • Loraraine- St Avold, Moselle, France – 10,489 .Luxembourg, Luxembourg – 5,076 • Manilla Ft. Bonifacio, Taquig City, Philippines – 17,026 .Meuse, Argonne, France – 14,246 • Mexico City, Mexico – 750 • Netherlands. Margraten – 1,722 • Normandy, France – 6.012 • Rhone, Southern France 861 • Sicily-Rome, Nettuno, Italy – 7,861 • Some, Bony, France – 1,844 • St. Mihiel, France – 4,153 • Suresnes, France – 1,541 Then of course there is Arlington and West Coast version of Arlington in L. A. Still others, countless others, buried in cemeteries all over
the nation. Many thousands who fell from the sky or sank in the sea, bodies never recovered. But a grateful nation remembers. All ethnicities, shades of color and cultures, they were Americans who fought and died for our freedoms. And today, many thousands are deployed down range, maintaining the freedom of the U. S. A. So on this, and future Memorial Days, indeed every day, salute the flag and honor those in uniform. We owe them all a great debt. Freedom is not, never has been free. The cost is high and surveys indicate with each generation we become less appreciative and thoughtful of the meaning of Memorial Day. We must never forget, Jesus Christ bought and paid for our spiritual freedom with His blood. Our freedoms in Americans, was and still is, bought with the blood of fellow Americans., Never, never, never forget it!
Bible Study on the book of Acts Two Bible studies are currently being conducted at Grace United Methodist Church, 830 Church Street, Kings Mountain. A study on varied scripture is being held on Wednesday nights at 6:30 p.m. in the ladies Sunday School Room and will continue every Wednesday night. Rev. Julie Roberts and Rev. Dean Smith are teaching this study. A new study on the book of Phillipians will begin on Thursday, May 26, and continue each Thursday at 6:30 p.m. in the fellowship hall until the study is completed. Ms. Jeannine Fisher is teaching this course. These courses are free and everyone is invited and encouraged to join in studying God's Word
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Church Service Directory KINGS MOUNTAIN Long Creek Presbyterian Church 701 Long Creek Road 704-629-4406
New Life Family Worship Center 428 Oak Grove Road 704-739-9371
Love Valley Baptist Church 2032 Bethlehem Road 704-730-0075
New Way Missionary Baptist Church 105 Waco Road 704-724-0414
Macedonia Baptist Church 1101 S. Battleground Avenue 704-739-6811
Oak Grove Baptist Church 1022 Oak Grove Road 704-739-4833
Midview Baptist Church 703 Margrace Road 704-739-6711 Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church 220 N. Watterson Street 704-739-8354
Oak View Baptist Church 1517 York Road 704-739-7831
Cornerstone Baptist Church 202 Margrace Rd., Kings Mountain
Pathway Baptist Church 3100 Parkdale Circle 704-734-0852
Second Baptist Church 120 Linwood Road 704-739-4216
Mountain View Agape Church 506 Sparrow Springs Road 704-739-0160
Patterson Grove Baptist Church 301 Oak Grove Road 704-739-5826
Shady Grove Baptist Church 339 Shady Grove Road 704-739-8920
Mt. Olive Baptist Church Compact School Road 704-739-4516
Peoples Baptist Church 1010 Groves Street 704-739-0398
Mt. Zion Baptist Church 220 N. Watterson Street 704-739-8354
St. Paul United Methodist Church N. Cansler Street 704-739-1256
Proclaiming the Word Ministries 7011 Cleveland Avenue
New Beginnings Church of Jesus Christ 541 Crocker Road 704-730-9507 New Bynum Chapel AME Zion Church N. Cansler Street 704-739-2606 New Camp Creek Baptist Church 863 New Camp Creek Ch. Road 704-487-7128
Progressive Church of Our Lord 1001 Cleveland Avenue 704-734-1070 Resurrection Lutheran Church 600 Crescent Circle 704-739-5580
Sunrise Baptist Church 208 Mail Road 704-692-3007 Temple Baptist Church 612 N. Cansler Street 704-739-4716 The Favor Center Church 602 Slater Street 828-381-4777
True Gospel Holiness Church 1608 Shelby Road 704-739-6764 Unity AME Zion Church 948 Unity Church Road 704-228-0328 Vestibule AME Zion Church 2175 Vestibule Church Road 704-739-7961 Westover Baptist Church 114 Westover Drive (704) 739-2187 FALLSTON Burning Bush House of God 4538-2 Fallston Rd. Fallston GASTONIA Bethesda United Methodist Church 3714 S. New Hope Rd
Grace Community Advent Christian Church 206 West 3rd Avenue 704-739-9230 GROVER Bethany Baptist Church 423 Cleveland Avenue 704-937-3010 Carolina Praise and Worship Center 201 N. Main Street 704-937-7541 First Apostolic Church of Blacksburg 205 E. Cherokee St. Blacksburg, SC 864-839-1873 WACO New Testament Missionary Baptist Church 2103 Capernium Rd
Royal Praise Ministries 2055 Shelby Rd.
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■ LIFESTYLES
What would you do with $10,000? Tickets Now on Sale for Kings Mountain Historical Museum’s “Tracks Through Time” 13th Annual Reverse Raffle & Auctions
59th ANNIVERSARY – Eugene F. and Mary Jane Curry have been married for 59 years. Married on May 18, 1957 in York, South Carolina they are proud parents of seven children, 21 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. They are planning a mountain honeymoon where they first lived in 1957 to continue to renew their vows. (Ed. Note – The recipes in today’s cooking column come from “Presbyterian Delights,’’ a cookbook published by Shelby Presbyterian Church.)
CRAB AND SHRIMP DIP Susan Young 1 small can shrimp, drained 1 small can crab meat, drained 11 ounces cream cheese 5 tablespoons mayonnaise 1 cup chopped celery ½ onion, chopped 1 ½ tablespoon lemon juice dash of garlic salt ½ pint sour cream salt and pepper to taste Mix all ingredients together. Chill thoroughly for 4 to 8 hours. Serve with chips or crackers. SLOPPY JOES Patty Monroe 2 pounds ground beef ½ cup chopped onion 2 8 oz. Cans tomato sauce 1 cup chili sauce 1 tablespoon brown sugar 1 teaspoon chili powder ½ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon pepper Brown meat and onion; drain. Add remaining ingredients and simmer for 15-20 minutes. MEAT LOAF Dorothy McMurray 1 pound ground round 2 eggs ½ bell pepper, chopped 1 onion, chopped salt and pepper ½ cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese ½ cup cream of mushroom soup ½ small jar pimentos, optional Mix together all ingredients. Bake at 375 degrees for 1 hour.
CHICKEN IN A BAG Stuart Schweppe chicken pieces onion salt garlic salt celery salt paprika Sprinkle desired chicken pieces with the spices and place in brown paper grocery bag, folding edges to seal. Place bag with chicken on cookie sheet and bake at 400 degrees for 1 hour. Children adore this. FISH FANTASTIC Nancy Arrowood For each serving, place in aluminum foil: ½ small onion, chopped flounder filet seasoned salt and pepper chopped fresh dill chopped parsley ¼ cup water 2 tablespoons butter Close foil tightly. Steam in 375 degree oven for 20 minutes. Drain. Sprinkle fish with Parmesan cheese and with foil open, broil until golden brown. PISTACHIO TREAT Jim Freeman 20-40 Ritz crackers 1 stick margarine, melted 2 pkgs. Pistachio instant pudding mix 1 ½ cups milk 1 quart vanilla ice cream 1 9 oz. Container Cool Whip chocolate chips Crumble crackers and mix with melted margarine. Press into bottom of a 9x13 inch pan. Combine instant pudding mix, milk and ice cream. Pour over crackers. Top with Cool Whip and sprinkle with chocolate chips. Refreeze. EASY PEACH COBBLER Kathy Wilson ½ cup margarine 1 cup self-rising flour 1 cup sugar 1 cup milk 4 cups sliced peaches 1 cup sugar Melt margarine in 13x9 inch pan. Combine flour, 1 cup sugar and milk and mix well. Pour over melted butter. Do not stir. Put peaches and 1 cup sugar into saucepan and bring to a boil. Pour over batter but do not stir. Bake at 375 degrees for 30 minutes or until browned. (Any fruit tastes good in this.)
60th CLASS REUNION – Bethware High School Class of 1956 celebrated its 60th year class reunion May 14. Doug Sparrow hosted the event at Patterson Grove Baptist Church Family Life Center. Front row, from left, Nancy Bell Senter, Mona Hamrick Scism, Virginia Cash Dennis, Betty Moore Alexander and Doris Sanders Robbs. Back row, from left, Doug Sparrow, Kenneth Randall, Hal Falls and David Whetstine.
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Local Educators Attend NCCAT Several area educators recently attended programs held at the North Carolina Center for the Advancement of Teaching, a recognized national leader in professional development programming for our state’s teachers. Participating educators from Cleveland County Schools included Hilary L. Berry, Morgan A. Burns, Maegan Y. Campbell, Morgan C. Harrison and Casey L. Stafford of Kings Mountain Intermediate School.a Tanner L. Deaton of Kings Mountain Intermediate School attended a Solution and Planning Team program. The programs offer educators an
opportunity to meet in a residential setting devoid of distraction to create and advance departmental, school, or district-wide projects. Increasing teacher effectiveness is fundamental to improving public education. NCCAT provides teachers with new knowledge, skills, teaching methods, best practices and information to take back to their classrooms. NCCAT conducts a wide variety of high-quality professional development for pre-kindergarten through 12th-grade teachers. For more information about NCCAT visit www. nccat.org or call 828-2935202.
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Readers of all ages will explore all things sports and fitness this summer as Mauney Memorial Library presents “On Your Mark, Get Set, Read” during their summer library program. Kick off is Monday June 13, 2016 at the Central United Methodist Church at 10:00 am for FLOW CIRCUS. The 2016 Summer Reading Program is open to young people, preschool through
young adult, with programs, prize drawings, storytimes, a reading club, and more. Families are invited to join in all aspects the program. Log on to www.mauneylibrary.org today. Registration for “On Your Mark, Get Set, Read” begins on NOW. For more information, call the library at 704-739-2371 or visit our website. All programs are free of charge.
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Past photo of the Kings Mountain Historical Museum’s “Tracks Through Time” Raffle Tickets are now on sale will tie to the museum’s for the past two years.” invest in the future of our for Kings Mountain His- upcoming exhibit, Turning Tickets are currently avail- community and to support torical Museum’s “Tracks Point: The Battle of Kings able at the museum at 100 local history while strategiThrough Time” 13th Annual Mountain, which will be on East Mountain St. Cash, cally promoting your busiReverse Raffle & Auctions. display from June 18 – Oc- check, and credit cards are ness. This year’s event will be tober 15, 2016. accepted. We offer a variety of held at the Patrick Senior Fundraising Chair PrisKings Mountain Histor- high-value promotional Center on Saturday, Sep- cilla H. Mauney said, “We ical Museum is currently opportunities to our event tember 10, 2016. want to thank our commu- asking local business own- sponsors and donors.” The One $125 ticket includes nity for your continued sup- ers to showcase their busi- Museum is recognized as a a delicious dinner for two port of this annual event. ness while supporting the 501(c)(3) non-profit tax-exand a 1-in-300 chance to We recommend that you Museum by sponsoring the empt organization; donawin the Grand Prize of purchase your tickets as event or by making in-kind tions are tax deductible as $10,000. The evening will soon as possible for what donations of auction items permissible by law. To find feature Live, Silent & Cake has been touted by many and raffle prizes. out more about sponsorship Auctions, as well as great local residents as ‘the best Museum Director Adria and donation opportunities, raffle prizes, camaraderie, event of the year in Kings Focht explained, “The an- please call 704-739-1019 or and entertainment. The Mountain.’ We have sold nual fundraiser presents email director@kingsmountheme of this year’s event out of tickets for this event an exciting opportunity to tainmuseum.org.
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Mountaineers fall to Ledford in 3A playoffs Kings Mountain’s Mountaineers fell to Ledford 3-2 in the third round of the state 3A baseball playoffs last week at Ledford. The loss ended the Mountaineers’ season with a 20-6 overall record. They had finished second in the South Mountain Athletic Conference for their best season since the 2009 team won the conference championship. The Mountaineers had beaten West Henderson 10-0 and Cox Mill 9-0 in their first two playoff games. The game basically was a pitcher’s duel between aces Matt Absher of the Mountaineers and Jonathan Turner of the Panthers. Absher gave up just four hits and Turner three. Kings Mountain grabbed
Greg Dixon hits his approach shot on #9.
Gamble, Scism, Hord, Wilson win TD Club golf tournament Johnny Gamble, Robert Scism, Rick Hord and Brad Wilson combined for a 19-under-par 53 to win last week’s annual Kings Mountain Touchdown Club Golf Tournament at Kings Mountain Country Club. The tournament was the most successful ever, raising $33,275 for Kings Mountain High School athletic projects. John Goforth, Geeper Howard, Pat Murphy and Joe Montgomery won the second flight. Third flight winners were Scott Kennedy, Bill Godwin, Sean Cline and Thomas McKetty. Fourth flight winners were Randy Drennan,
Kenny Bridges, Sam Hunt and Mark Crawford. Kevin Osborne, Jeff Johnson, Jason Burgess and Joey Bouchard won the fifth flight. Larry McDaniel, David Putnam, Brian Putnam and Mark Wyte won the sixth flight. Thomas McKetty had the men’s longest drive; Anne Brooks won the women’s longest drive; Wayne Bridges had the seniors’ longest drive; and Michael Jolly, Jeff Lovelace, Dexter Tate and Bo Goforth were closest to the hole on the par threes. More photos from the tourney on Page 10
Phil Dee sinks a birdie putt on #9.
a 1-0 lead in the top of the first inning. Will Wilson drew a walk to begin the game. After John Bell was hit by a pitch, Wilson stole third and scored on Thomas Lavin’s groundout. Ledford came right back though, scoring two in the second and another in the third to take a 3-1 lead. Bell’s solo home run in the top of the sixth turned out to be the Mountaineers’ final tally of the season. Kings Mountain’s only other hit was a single by Brian Lysek. Absher, who retired the first five Ledford batters in order, took just his second loss of the season. Turner posted his second win of the playoffs. In the Panthers’ opening round game, he pitched a no-hitter.
Wilson leads KM offensive stats, breaks runs mark Larry Jackson chips onto the seventh green.
Brothers Bryan (left) and Brad Jones come home each year to play in the Kings Mountain Touchdown Club golf tournament. Both are former Mountaineer athletes and sons of retired KMHS football coach Bob Jones.
NC State-bound Will Wilson racked up some of the top offensive statistics in Kings Mountain High baseball history during the Mountaineers’ recently-completed 20-6 campaign. The senior shortstop set a school record by scoring 45 runs, which broke the old mark of 38 set by home run king Paul Brannon during Kings Mountain’s state championship run in 1989. Wilson was among just a handful of starting players in KM history to hit over .500. He completed the season with a .535 average. He also led the team in hits with 38, home runs with 14 and runs batted in with 29. Wilson’s single season home run total ranks third
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KMHS FINAL ‘16 STATS Post 155 drops opener, Gastonia here Tuesday HITTING Player
AVG.
AB
R
H
RBI
2B
3B HR
David Bell Matt Absher Andrew Baber David Gamble Brian Lysek Austin Gunter Hunter Champion Thomas Lavin D. Guffey Palmer Davis Will Wilson Steven Russell Madisyn Bolin Alex Seaward Hunter Cash John Bell Bryson Bailey
.500 .306 .000 .182 .210 .333 .153 .338 .333 .321 .535 .200 .254 .062 .276 .372 .157
2 85 5 11 62 6 21 80 3 81 71 45 71 16 29 78 51
1 11 2 10 11 7 19 10 1 14 45 9 13 4 1 14 8
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Four Mooresville Post 66 pitchers combined for a two-hitter to defeat Kings Mountain Post 155 5-0 in the Area IV season opener Monday night at Kings Mountain High’s Lancaster Field. Post 155 hopes to bounce back Thursday when they face the Gaston Braves on the road. They return home Tuesday, May 31 against Gaston Post 23 at 7 p.m. Monday’s game was scoreless until the sixth inning when Mooresville’s Zach Little scored on an error for a 1-0 lead off KM relief pitcher Steven Russell. Little’s double produced two more runs and a 3-0 lead in the top of the seventh. Mooresville closed it out with two more in the top of the ninth off KM’s third pitcher Bryson Bailey. Alec Seaward started for Post 155 and pitched well
after a shaky first inning. The visitors put up a mild threat but third baseman Matt Absher squashed it when he went to his knee to snatch a hard line drive just inside the foul line by Riley Zayciek, and then wheeled around to double up Cody Gildland who was breaking from second base. Seaward worked three more innings, giving up just one hit and striking out four. After the double play, he retired four batters in a row. Kings Mountain’s bats could never come alive against the Mooresville mound crew. Starter Ryan Mitschelle retired the first seven batters before hitting Seaward in the third. KM was retired in order four times. Will Wilson was KM’s only runner to reach third and he did it by stealing second and third once,
Kings Mountain third baseman Matt Absher snags a line drive and is about to double off Mooresville’s Cody Gildland in opening American Legion baseball game Monday at Lancaster Field. and going to second on an errant pickoff attempt and
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$50,000 cash or pledges needed to fully fund concession stand/restroom project at KMHS Kings Mountain Touchdown Club is within $50,000 of reaching its goal to build a new concession stand and restrooms at Kings Mountain High School. To date, funds and pledges total $210,000, reports David Brinkley, president of the Touchdown Club.
The concession stand and restrooms, phase two of a three-phase construction plan that will later include a new press box at Gamble Stadium, will be located between the football and baseball fields. Brinkley is urging Touchdown Club members and other Mountaineer sup-
porters to consider a cash gift or two-year pledge so the project can be fully funded and construction begin in time to be finished by the fall sports seasons. “To meet our goal we need 100 units sold at $500 each,” Brinkley said. “This can be done in a lump sum payment or over a two-year
period. Some may want to purchase one unit; others may purchase multiple units. We simply need to average 100 units times $500.” The building will be used for many sports and other activities in the school system. It will feature a concession stand that allows workers to watch both
football and baseball games. It will also be used by other sports and school activities such as graduation. “The public has been kind enough to support us in many endeavors,” Brinkley said. “I am asking if they would again support us to help finish this project.” Donations can be made
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KM athletes dominate All-Conference; Wilson, Goff, Hopper, Dellinger POY Kings Mountain High was well represented on the 2016 South Mountain Athletic all-conference teams and also had four Players of the Year and three Coaches of the Year. Players of the Year included Virginia Dellinger in soccer, Will Wilson in baseball, Alex Goff in golf and Gwen Hopper in track (women’s field events). Coaches of the Year included Kevin Moss in golf, Hailey Spearman in track and field and Erik Price in soccer. Dellinger, a junior, led the women’s soccer team to the conference championship. Along the way she set a new school record for goals in a single season with 56. She was joined on the all-star team by teammates Paloma Dettloff, Lindsey Deaver, Raegan Buchanan, Sarah Drennan and Cassidy Calhoun. Burns was represented by Defensive Player of the year Cora Tucker, Ashley Boling, Morgan Elliott and Abigale Patton. Second place RS Central placed Morgan Hill,
Kenley Wilson, Katie Rumfelt, Alina Chavez and Haley Sims. Abigail Smith, Emily Elgin, Ashton Davis and Angelia Vasquez-Ortis represented East Rutherford. Others included Liana Stachowitz, Sarah Lampley and Mary lee Crow of Shelby, Leah Powell and Omariyah Clardia of Crest, Sydney Bowman and Cassie Sain of Burns and Griselda Jimenez of Chase. Kings Mountain’s all-conference golf players included Goff, who was the conference champion and finished fifth in the state, Tyler Withers and Carson Bailey. Others selected were Jake Scruggs, Clay Bryson, Andrew Proper and Brent Whitaker of Crest, Seth Perry and Alex Parker of Draughn, Xavier Proctor and Zack Byers of Shelby and Evan Walker of Chase. Wilson, who set a school record for runs scored and hit .535, was joined on the All-SMAC baseball team by teammates John Bell, Matt Absher and Thomas Lavin. Crest placed SMAC
Gamble seventh in state high jump
WILSON: breaks school runs record
Kings Mountain High’s track season came to an end Saturday in the state meet at North Carolina A&T University. Orlandus Gamble cleared six feet to tie for seventh place in the 3A division. The 4x200 relay team of Shawn Grier, Shyrone Reid, Tray Lee and Malik Banner had an unfortunate baton exchange and did not get to finish the race.
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in school history behind Brannon, who hit 20 in 1989 and 16 in 1990. Wilson was one of five starters to hit over .300. The others were John Bell (.372), Thomas Lavin
pitcher of the year Grayson Jenkins, Cody Kale, Luke Patrick, Grayson Jenkins and Riley Cheek. The Chargers’ Steven Hodge was voted coach of the year. RS was represented by Dillion Phillips, Matthew Dailey and Cameron Snethen; East Rutherford by Ethan Stewart, Kendall McGowan and Reece Oliver; Burns by Tervor Spurling and Wade Walker; Chase by Hunter Henson and Jack White; Draughn by Nick Jodway and Graham Martin; East Burke by Brent Carroll and London Page; and Shelby by Will Stites. Mountaineers on the All-SMAC tennis team were Dylan Ervin, Gibson Connor, Bailey Goodson and Landon Ervin. Shelby’s James Mabry and Will Clifton made the team, and the Lions’ Kenji Price was player of the year. Others were Braden Cox, Micah Croft and Dawson Pauley of Crest, Tyler Helms of Burns and Josh Kersey and Matthew Bailey of RS Central. Shelby’s Jackson Martin was
KM repeats Wells Fargo Cup title Kings Mountain High has the best overall athletic program on the South Mountain Athletic Conference for the second year in a row. The Mountaineers ran away with the Wells Fargo Cup, which is presented each year to the team with the best program in every conference in the NCHSAA. The Mountaineers compiled 134.5 points to far outdistance neighboring Shelby with 104.5 points. Crest finished third at 103, followed by RS Central 99.5, Draughn 90.5, East Burke 88, East
coach of the year. Kings Mountain was represented on the AllSMAC softball team by infielder Miranda Ellis and catcher Cassi Melton. Gabby Buruato of Draughn was Player of the Year, Savannah Davis of East Rutherford was Pitcher of the Year and Chris Cozart of Draughn was Coach of the Year. Others selected were Haley White, Madison Crain, Taylor Coon, Brooke Moore and Katie McEntire
Rutherford 75, Chase 56 and Burns 51. Points are awarded on a sliding scale. With nine teams in the SMAC, the conference champion in a particular sport receives nine points and the last place team one. Kings Mountain, which led the Wells Fargo Cup race at the end of each season (fall, winter and spring), blew away the opposition in the spring with first place finishes in girls soccer, girls track and boys golf; and picking up second place finishes in tennis and baseball.
of RS, Davis, Jenna Carter, Jordan Gray and Brooklyn Henderson of East Rutherford, Savannah Hoard, Madison McSwain, Jenna Wacaster and Emily White of Crest, Reece Davis, Alexis Lankford and Jordan Propst of East Burke, Nataleigh Lail of Draughn, Jori Whiteside and Brianna Harrill of Chase, Ali Hartman of Burns and Taylor Canipe of Shelby. KM track all-conference selections were Denysia Blakeney, Gwen Hopper
and Orlandus Gamble in the high jump; Hopper and Naseem Green in the triple jump; Kayla Capps, Madison Weeks, Orlandus Gamble and Kaleb Estridge in the pole vault; Mariah Roberts, McKay Williamson, Caroline Foster and Conner Calhoun in the 4x800 meter relay; Denysia Blakeney and Aleenih Carter-Kee in the 100m hurdles; and LaNasia Hamrick, Rodjanee Brown, KaMyiah Pressley and Ja’Myiah Pressley in the 4x200m relay.
(.338), Palmer Davis (.321), and Matt Absher (.306). Absher was the ace of the mound staff, going 9-2 with 70 strikeouts and a 1.46 ERA. He threw consecutive shutouts against West Henderson (10-0) and Cox Mill (9-0) in the first two rounds of the state playoffs.
David Ray Robinson watches – and hopes – his putt’s going to fall in for a birdie on #9.
Carl Burton follows his putt to the hole on #3.
Touchdown Club president David Brinkley talks to the crowd prior to start of the club’s annual golf tournament at KM Country Club.
KMHS coach Kevin Cruise points out the break for his teammates at last week’s TD Club golf tourney at KMCC.
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The 2016 Kings Mountain Post 155 American Legion baseball team is pictured above prior to its opening season game Monday. Front row, left to right, Jacob Nixon, Austin Sellers, Alec Bell, Will Wilson, Hunter Champion, David Guffey, Andrew Baber, Tucker Carroll and Taylor Swift. Back row, coach Mark Champion, Matt Absher, Brandon Bell, Hunter Cash, Steven Russell, Alec Seaward, Donnell Mitchell, Bryson Bailey, Daniel Bagwell and coach Bruce Capps.
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A hidden treasure for children The Title I Parent Center of Kings Mountain is a hidden treasure for kids. Title I Parent Center has been thriving all year and is conveniently located at 105 E Ridge St in the historic district of Kings Mountain in the old Central School building. Every other Wednesday is Pre-School Playtime from 11 a.m. to Noon. Preschoolers attend sessions with their parents and have a joyful time actively participating in story time, songs, crafts, learning games and indulging in a snack. The Cleveland County Schools Parent Center is open to any parent, grandparent, or guardian. Its goal is to bring home and school together by providing families with learning materials, training, and information useful in working with their children. Monthly
literacy packs are available for families of children ages 3-6. The literary packets are distributed on a first come, first serve basis and are free. Workshops will be scheduled based on parent interests and needs. Computer classes and Rosetta Stone are offered Monday - Thursday. Individual Tutoring lcasses are also offered Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday. The Center also offers a Check-Out Progam where families are invited to check out a variety of learning games, books and resources to use a home with their children. The website is: sites.google.com/a/clevelandcountyschools.org/ ccs-title-1/title-i-parent-centers The contact person is Candy Kee at 704-4768185.
FREEMAN SCHOLARS – Pictured are Cleveland County high school seniors who received Joseph B. Freeman Jr., Educational Fund scholarships totaling $15,000 who will study at Gardner-Webb University. From left, Jada Robbs, Shelby, athletic training; Beth Jennings, Kings Mountain, nursing; Sharla Wilson, Shelby, elementary education; Lindsey Laughridge, Kings Mountain, nursing; and Xena Schenck, Shelby, marketing. Photo by RYAN GUNTER GWU)
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Protecting an East Third Graders prepare for EOG at outing unlocked bathroom (A rebuttal to a column by D.G. Martin) My first comment should be that I do not know who D.G. Martin is. I haven't a clue if he's local, or if BURTON he is a contributor to opinion pages, or if he may be a paid columnist. What I do know is that I vehemently disagree with his comments in the KM Herald on May 18, 2016. His column began with the question “What can we do about House Bill 2?” That was a strong clue that the column was printed on the correct side of the page (left). Why should we change anything about the Bill is my question? D.G. Martin suggests a panel of goodwill people....what a joke. ANY attempt to find some acceptable “middle ground” is fruitless for two reasons. The first reason is that giving in at all to the deviant sector of society just gives them a stronger foothold of acceptance for their behavior. The second reason is that goodwill people are the ones trying to maintain that a person born male is a male and that person cannot change that fact simply by desiring it to change or stating that their feeling is that of a female. D.G. Martin wasn't clear enough either on his state-
ment that most North Carolinians didn't want men to barge into women's bathrooms. Factually, most North Carolinians don't want men in women's bathrooms at all, regardless of how they try to come in. D.G. Martin used the word “barge” to make it seem that someone forcefully coming in is the problem. If a male comes to the door and very politely says “I think as a woman and would like to use this women's restroom if you would be so kind as to let me” he should not be allowed in. Where D.G. Martin got the idea that most North Carolinians don't want to continue fighting about this matter puzzles me? Most people in NC have what is called common sense. We are also tired of being bullied into accepting evil from evil and the stand has been taken. If sports and businesses insist on taking their business out of NC then they are also evil and they can't do anything positive for the people of NC. Good riddance to them. NC's good positive name does not come from the lgbtq community. Solving this issue is merely standing strong against those who want to take away the last strands of morality. Telling people their behavior is wrong and unacceptable is not discriminatory, it's badly needed. Beauford Burton Kings Mountain
Hospice training classes Hospice volunteer training classes will be held June 6, June 7 and June 9 from 8 a.m.-12 noon or from 5:309:30 p.m. and to get credit for the entire course you will need to attend all days at one of the times offered.
The classes will be held at the Hospice Cleveland County Administration Building, 951 Wendover Heights, in Shelby. Call Krista Haynes at 704-7513547 to register.
East School Third Graders enjoyed homemade spaghetti, salad, garlic toast and brownies for lunch at Patterson Grove Baptist Church fellowship hall. Teachers, Jessica Hensley, Leah Davis, Robyn Wooten and their assistant Amy Criswell decorated the room with balloons and encouraging signs on each table. Amy and her husband, Michael prepared the meal. Food was donated by the M&M Sunday School Class at First Baptist Church, Food Lion on Kings St., and East Staff members. Guest speaker, Donnie Thurman, Jr., encouraged the students with a motivational speech before their first experience with EOG testing.
16 area facilities inspected Cleveland County Health Department inspected 16 area facilities during the period April 25-May 18 that serve food. The ratings: Griffin Drug Center, W. Mountain St., 94.5; Hardees, E. King St., 96; Italian Garden, E King St., 97.5; Mexican Express, Oak Grove Rd., 97;Yamato Express, Shelby Rd., 97; Hounds Grill No. 2, Raven Circle, 98; Scism BBQ Ribs, Shelby Rd., 98; Tobacco Barn, Cleveland Ave., 92.5; Bethware School lunchroom 99; East School lunchroom 99; Grover School lunchroom 99.5' KMHS lunchroom 98; North School lunchroom 98.5; :Washington School lunchroom 99.5; West School lunchroom 99.5; KM Care Center, Ferguson Rd., 98; and the Inn of the Patriots, Grover, 95.
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Pastor's School at GWU BOILING SPRINGS.— Gardner-Webb University’s 2016 Pastors’ School, an annual three-day educational retreat for pastors and students of ministry and theology, is scheduled for May 30 through June 1 at GWU. Baylor University’s Dr. Joel Gregory will serve as the keynote speaker for the event, which is sponsored by the Pittman Center for Congregational Enrichment as a means of connecting to area ministers and encouraging the work of the local church. Gregory holds the George W. Truett Endowed Chair in Preaching and Evangelism at the George W. Truett Theological Seminary of Baylor University (Waco, Texas). Gregory will address the theme, “Preaching and Synchronicity: Watching God’s Calendar and Noting His Time.” In addition, the 2016 School will also feature guest speaker Dr. Al Caden-
head, who retired in 2015 after more than 46 years in ministry—including the last 17 years as Senior Pastor of Providence Baptist Church in Charlotte, N.C. Cadenhead currently works part time as the assistant vice president for church advancement in the Office of Church Relations at Gardner-Webb. Morning devotionals will be offered by Dr. Tracy Jessup, vice president for Christian Life and Service and senior minister to the University. According to Dr. Danny West, director of Ministry Leadership and professor of preaching at Gardner-Webb, the goal of the annual Pastors’ School is to offer ministers the chance to learn, converse and reflect on topics related to church ministry, and to hear from leading thinkers on pressing current issues. “For me, the Pastors' School is a time of renewal of both body and soul,” West
shared. “Ministers are by nature ‘givers’ and one of the dangers in ministry is allowing the pressures of ministry to deplete our spiritual resources. Our school is designed to allow ministers to be challenged and inspired by outstanding ministry practitioners, to enjoy much needed fellowship with other ministers, and to carve out moments for rest and relaxation. We attempt to incorporate all of these ingredients into our three-day event.” Registration is $75 for participants, $30 for additional church staff or spouses, and free for students. The cost of meals is $40. Lodging in campus apartments is available for $60 per night. For more information about the Pastors’ School, visit gardner-webb.edu/pastors-school or contact Lisa Hollifield at (704) 406-3855 to register.
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When I Grow Up Grover Elementary Title I sponsored a Parent Involvement Activity on May 13th entitled “When I Grow Up…..” . Students dressed up to resemble what they want to be when they grow up. Parents, grandparents and community members were invited as guest speakers and were treated to a special lunch with students
from their assigned class. Each guest spoke about their chosen profession and how they use reading and math daily in their jobs as well as the importance of responsible choices. Third and fourth graders ended their day with a motivational talk from Carroll McCray (Head Football Coach, Gardner-Webb University), Shon Baylock
(Director, Football Operations ) and Ralph Jolley (current GWU football student- athlete from Shelby, NC) as they prepare for their end of year tests. Students experienced first - hand, through hands-on activities and participation, how hard work, a positive focus, determination, and an “I Can” attitude equals positive results.
Motivational speaker Coach Carroll McCray is head foodball coach at Gardner-Webb University and husband of Grover's Title I Coordinator and Reading Interventionist Angel McCray.
MAGAR-JARVIS – Guest speakers at lunch were Dr. James Magar, Chiropractic Physicians of the Carolinas, Kings Mountain, and Lyndsie Jarvis, Alliance Bank & Trust, who talk with Carter Jarvis, Laymond Caldwell, Jason Jarvis (Weiner Works) and GES parent. PHOTOS by ANGEL McCRAY
MIRANDA McDANIEL - AIG teacher at Grover and West Elementary, she also helps out at her family farm D&J Livestock. Above, she demonstrates a calf scale to Ann Smith's first graders.
MISTY BROOME of Caromont Medical Center, BSU.RN nurse educator critical care, a GES parent, enjoys lunch with daughter, Madison and Mia Lewis. Broome was guest speaker in LeAnn Medley's second grade classroom.
PAUL INGRAM – Paul Ingram, (Ingram's Barber Shop,) with daughter, Lizzie. He was guest speaker in her first grade classroom
Motivational speaker Ralph Jolly, current GWU football player, was an all-star athlete and academic standout at Shelby High School.
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