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DISTINGUISHED ROTARIAN – Kings Mountain Rotary Club has honored Paul Ingram as Distinguished Rotarian for 2017. Pictured from left, Rotary International Representative Duane Benton, Mary Ingram and husband, Paul Ingram, and Rotary District Governor Tom Smith. Photo by ANNA LINEBERGER
New Police Chief honored With his hand on the Bible, Kings Mountain Police Chief Jerry Tessneer swore to “enforce all laws, so help me God” in an induction ceremony Thursday morning at city hall which also featured charges to the Chief and to all city employees by City Manager Marilyn Sellers. Lt. Lisa Proctor pinned on the Chief’s badge as a crowd of family members, special guests and city employees looked on. Sellers charged the Chief with his duties and responsibilities, admonishing him to set high standards leading the department in a professional manner and relying on God for guidance. She also charged city employees to pledge their support. Area law enforcement heads were present for the ceremony, including Sheriff Alan Norman, Shelby Police Chief Jeff Ledford
Block Party Bash downtown Thursday A Block Party Bash, a Main Street special event, will be held Thursday, July 27, from 6-9 p.m. in downtown Kings Mountain. “This will be a great time for merchants to show off and promote their business or service,’’ said Main Street Director Jan Harris. Booths can be set up on W. Gold Street between Battleground Avenue and Cherokee Street from 5-6 p.m. and the public is invited from 6-9 p.m. Call the Main Street Office at 704-730-2197.
TESSNEER and Gaston County Sheriff Alan Cloninger. Former District Attorney Rick Shafer was also present along with Kings Mountain city councilmen Mike Butler, Rodney Gordon, Tommy Hawkins, Jay Rhodes and Curtis Pressley. Mayor Scott Neisler presided in the “welcome Chief Tessneer celebration. “Based on the turnout today we know that Chief
Tessneer is well respected in his service to the city and his future service to the city,’’ said the mayor. Tessneer, 59, who was promoted to Assistant Chief in 2016, is a 25-year employee of the city who was promoted through the ranks in the Kings Mountain Police Department. He joined the department as a patrolman June 15, 1992 and was transferred to the COPS program October 28, 1996. He served as Moss Lake officer from August 1, 1997 to January 5, 1998 when he became DARE officer. Tessneer became Patrol Sergeant on June 8, 1998 and on March 30, 2000 became DARE officer until Sept. 11, 2000 when he became Patrol Sergeant and was promoted to Patrol Captain Nov. 2, 2002. He became Assistant Chief on October 7, 2016.
Main Street Program recognized Kings Mountain’s M a i n Street p r o gram has earned 2017 acHARRIS creditation from the National Main Street Center for downtown revitalization efforts in 2016. The North Carolina Department of Commerce’s Main Street and Rural Planning Center announced recently that both Kings Mountain and Shelby, along with 37 other municipalities in the state, have received accreditation. The Main Street Center looks for public and private partners, organization structure, economic de-
velopment strategies and historic preservation when making the awards. Jan Harris, Main Street Director, said the recent 2017 accreditation is proof that the city is working and moving in the right direction because downtown Kings Mountain matters. One of the ways that the city has been successful has been its partnership with public and private partnerships which have included Mauney Memorial Library, Gateway Trail and Kings Mountain Historical Museum as well as encouragement to private businesses to invest in downtown. Currently, two downtown spaces are being developed retail and apartment space. “We are growing the downtown area while preserving our history,’’ says Harris.
With candidate filing deadline Friday, July 21, two local men filed for city elective office and as of Monday five candidates had filed for the school board. David Allen, a newcomer to city politics, filed for the At-large seat on the Kings Mountain city council and Mike Butler filed for reelection to the Ward 2 seat on city council. Phillip Glover of Shelby, currently the chairman of the county school board, filed for reelection. Brian Kevin Whisnant of Lawndale, Rodney Eugene Fitch, Robert Paul Queen and incumbent Danny Lee Blanton, all of Shelby, seek a seat on the county board where four seats are up for grabs in November. Butler, who currently serves as mayor pro tem on city council, is seeking reelection. On the first day of filing Tommy Hawkins filed for reelection to Ward 3 councilman on city council. Allen, a native of Cleveland County, was raised in
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Grover on his family’s farm and moved to Kings Mountain when he married his wife, Elizabeth White Allen, in 1985. His chosen profession was law enforcement and he worked with the North Carolina State Highway Patrol from 1987 until his retirement in 2015. Since retirement he has owned and operated his own consulting business delivering leadership training for law enforcement executives around the country. He seeks the seat now held by incumbent Curtis Pressley. In addition to his fulltime career of public service, Allen has served on a number of citizen and advisory boards for over 25 years in Kings Mountain. These boards were the
Moss Lake Commission, Parks and Recreation, Planning and Zoning, Travel and Tourism, and the board of adjustment, He holds a Master’s in Public Administration from UNC at Pembroke. Elizabeth and David have three adult sons, their spouses and three grandchildren. In a filing statement, Allen said “I am seeking the position of At Large on city council to continue to grow my service to the citizens of Kings Mountain. I look forward to having the opportunity to work with the citizens, city employees, businesses and council members to refine the vision for Kings Mountain’s future. My priorities are See CANDIDATES, Page 7A
Real to Reel opens today Lights, cameras, action! The Cleveland County Arts Council of Shelby is proud to present the 18th annual Real to Reel International Film Festival for four days beginning Wednesday ( today) at the Joy Theatre, a unique festival celebrating the art of film. This year’s festival is co-sponsored by Kings Moun-
tain Little Theatre, The Historic Kings Mountain Tourism Development Authority and the Broadcast Film Critics Association. Forty-eight films from all over the U. S. and 30 different countries will be showcased during the fourday event including 10 from North Carolina. For one day only – July 19 – you can save $20 on the en-
tire festival pass at the door of $40 if you purchase a pass at the ArtsCenter or by phone at 704-484-2787 or on the website with PayPal. New this year is Real to Reel Kids Fest sponsored by KidSenses Children’s Interactive Museum. This special screening on Saturday morning at 10 a.m will feature See REEL, Page 7A
County tax bills go out July 21 Cleveland County tax bills will go out July 21 and for those residents owning properties served by county volunteer fire departments a 3.75 cent tax increase is assessed by action of county commissioners in the 2017-18 budget. For property valued at $150,000, the owner should expect to see an increase in his/her tax bill of approximately $55 or $4.72 per month. Municipal fire departments are not affected by the tax increase. At 5 cents, the current fire tax rate, is significantly lower than that of adjoining counties whose current average is approximately 9 cents. The new tax rate for prop-
erties served by volunteer fire departments is 8.75. Volunteer fire departments are Bethlehem, Boiling Springs, Casar, Cleveland, Fallston Grover, Number 7 (Lattimore), Number 3 (Rippy), Oak Grove, Polkville, Shanghai and Waco. County commissioners said the rate increase will allow departments to provide paid personnel during weekdays when the vast majority of volunteers are busy with alternate work commitments and to ensure that citizens continue to get the same high level of fire protection service they are accustomed to. Cleveland County is served and protected by 448
volunteer firefighters who respond to over 4,400 service calls per year. Across the nation, communities are seeing the number of volunteer firefighters trending downward. In an effort to be proactive, commissioners contracted with the Office of the State Fire Marshal to develop a five-year strategic plan for the county’s volunteer fire departments. Over the last year, county staff has worked with the volunteer fire departments to review and prioritize the recommendations for the strategic plan. Kerri Melton is the county’s Community Service Director and Perry Davis is Emergency Management Director.
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Hazel Frady McKinney Former resident
KINGS MOUNTAIN - Hazel Frady McKinney, 86, resident of Shelby, formerly of Kings Mountain, North Carolina, passed away at Carolina HealthCare System – Cleveland on July 14, 2017. Born in Rutherford County, she was the daughter of the late William Harold Frady and Ethel Tony Frady. She was also preceded in death by her husband of 58 years Albert John McKinney. Mattie was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and friend. She was a strong Christian who loved to work. She was a member of Westview Baptist Church. She is survived by her daughter Pat Powell and husband Stephen, Gastonia, NC; grandson Jason Powell and wife, Thera Powell, of Asheville; and two great-grandchildren Brody Powell and Teaghan Powell The funeral service was conducted Tuesday, July 18, 2017, at 3 p.m. at Ollie Harris Memorial Chapel, with the Rev. Jerry Hames officiating. Visitation was one hour prior to the service at the funeral home Interment was in Mountain Rest Cemetery, Kings Mountain, NC. A guest register is available at www.HarrisFunerals.com Harris Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kings Mountain, NC, was in charge of arrangements.
KINGS MOUNTAIN Belton “Butch” Parris, 67, died Monday, July 10, 2017 at CaroMont Health-Gastonia. A native of Cherokee County, he was the son of Lorena “Sis” Moore of Kings Mountain and the late Gettys Parris. He proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corp, loved building things, was an avid collector of eagles, and loved old cars and anything to do with the outdoors. A celebration of life service was held Saturday, July 15, 2017 at 3 p.m. at the home of his Mother at 815 Bethlehem Road #16. Online condolences: www.clay-barnette.com Clay-Barnette Funeral Home of Kings Mountain was in charge of arrangements.
Larry Dale Woodard KINGS MOUNTAIN Larry Dale Woodard, 72, Paisley, Florida, passed away July 9, at Southlake Hospital, Clermont, Florida. Among survivors is his brother, Dr. Roger Woodard of Kings Mountain and wife, Margaret. The funeral service will be conducted Thursday, July 20, 2017 at 3 p.m. at Family Worship Center in Kings Mountain officiated by Dr. Roger Woodard. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service. Interment will be in Mountain Rest Cemetery, Kings Mountain. A guest register is available at www.HarrisFunerals.com Harris Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kings Mountain, NC, is in charge of arrangements.
■ POLICE ARRESTS JULY 10: Brandi Leigh Campbell, 32, 806 Church St., misdemeanor larceny, criminal summons. JULY 11: Buell Glenn Carrigan Jr., 60, 203 N. Dilling St., driving left of center, order for arrest out of Union County. July 15: Charlet D’Linda Pettis, 39, 1503 Northwoods, cyberstalking, criminal summons. JULY 16: Amy Lynn Visingard, 39, Shelby, failure to appear, DWI, misuse 911, $37,000 secured bond. CITATIONS JULY 11: Frederick Lamar Huskey, 43, 104 Falls St., Apt. D, revoked driver’s license. JULY 11: Alexander Wade Marlowe, 18, 1002 Linwood Road, careless driving, failure to maintain lane control, injury to property. JULY 13: Brittany Nicole McClure, 22, Gastonia, failure to stop at the scene of an accident, no operator’s license, failure to decrease speed to avoid a collision. INCIDENTS JULY 10: City of Kings Mountain, 101 W. Gold St., reported a break-in to a city dump truck and property damage. JULY 10: A resident of S. Oriental Ave. reported theft of a gray four-wheel drive extended cab pickup truck, four different size tires, a wooden tailgate valued at $600 and a black car trailer, 22 feet long with wooden deck, steel loading ramps, and two jacks on the tongue, estimated value $3500. JULY 11: A resident of Waco Road reported an incidence of cyberstalking. July 12: A resident of
Alabama reported that his car windows were damaged by someone breaking into his vehicle parked at a local motel. JULY 12: Southern Cathodic Company, Danielsville, GA, reported damage to a window of a 2012 Ford parked at a local motel. JULY 13: A resident of Gastonia reported recovery of a reported stolen vehicle and NC registration plate. A resident of McAbee Lane reported that someone used a stolen financial card to obtain $18.65 worth of merchandise. JULY 13: A resident of Gastonia reported theft of cash. Police are continuing investigation of the incident. JULY 15: A resident of N. Piedmont Ave. reported a vehicle break-in and theft of currency. JULY 15: Police recovered a stolen license plate belonging to a Lawndale man. JULY 15: A resident of Gastonia reported that his car was damaged by someone throwing an object through the vehicle window on Redwood Circle.
County NAACP program Sunday
Two arrests, four suspects wanted in Week 17 “Spring Clean 3.0”
A representative of the Cleveland County Department of Social Services will talk about “Adult Medicaid” at the meeting Sunday, July 23, of the Cleveland County Branch of the NAAC. The program, to which the public is invited, will be held at Canaan Baptist Church, 300 Ross Grove Road, in Shelby.
Art camps Warning: Take extra precautions in the heat Public health officials at the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services are urging citizens to take extra precautions against heat-related illnesses as daytime temperatures are heading into the mid- to upper-90s as parts of the state face the warmest temperatures of the year. There were 263 emergency department visits for heat-related illness statewide July 2-8, according to the North Carolina Heat Report. Most people seeking emergency care said they were gardening, hiking, attending outdoor events or working on landscaping and roofing projects. Other cases were related to alcohol use and diabetes. The report is posted weekly to http://publichealth.nc.gov/ chronicdiseaseandinjury/ heat.htm. “As we approach these dangerously hot temperatures in North Carolina, we urge residents to take precautions when doing outside activities,” said Dr. Zack Moore, State Epidemiologist. “Whether you are outside for work or recreation, make sure you are drinking plenty of fluids to minimize risk of heat-related illness.” Symptoms of heat-related stress and illness include muscle cramps, fatigue, weakness, dizziness,
fainting, headaches, nausea and vomiting and can be avoided with proper precautions. Children, older adults, outdoor workers and those with chronic health conditions are most vulnerable to illness during the hot summer months. To reduce risk of heat-related illness: • Drink plenty of fluids • Take breaks in cool or air-conditioned environments if spending multiple hours outside • Check with your physician about how to stay safe if you take medicines that make you more vulnerable to heat, such as drugs for high blood pressure, migraines, allergies, muscle spasms, mental illness and tranquilizers • Reduce time spent outside during the hottest part of the day, usually 11 a.m.-4 p.m. • Never leave children or pets unattended in vehicles, especially during warm or hot weather as temperature levels inside a car can reach a lethal level in a matter of minutes. For more information on how to prevent heat-related health issues and to learn about heat-related illness in North Carolina, visit: http:// publichealth.nc.gov/chronicdiseaseandinjury/heat. htm.
Southern Arts Society is planning two weeks of artsy fun this summer. Art Camp begins July 31 through August 4 for ages 6-10 and August 7-11 for ages 11-14. Time is 10 a.m.12 noon each. Cost is $30 per student. Instructor is Cayla Lovelace, a student at Mars Hill University. Cayla andothr SASi artists will be teaching and guiding students through a variety of art activities based on techniques of famous artists. Sign up for the classes by calling 704-739-5585 and drop in at the Southern Arts Society at the Depot to pay and reserve your spot. Southern Arts Society (SASi) Gift Shop & Gallery is located at 301 N. Piedmont Ave. at the intersection of Piedmont and Battleground Avenues in the historic Southern Railway Depot. SASi offers a gift shop, ongoing exhibits and art competitions, programs and classes in a variety of media for artists of all levels. Current Exhibit: Earth and Fire Pottery Festival through July 21 features regional pottery for sale, both functional and artistic. All sales are ‘cash and carry’ (SASI also accepts visa and MC). Hours: Tues – Sat, 10 am to 4 pm. Admission is Free. For more information please visit SouthernArtsSociety. org, or call 704.739.5585. Email us at southernartssociety@gmail.com.
WRECKS JULY 2: Officer H. W. Carpenter said that Carrie Winstead, 1009 Mary’s Grove Road, operating a 2015 Nissan, swerved to miss an animal on S. Sims Street and hit a utility pole. Property damage was estimated at $10,000. JULY 8: Officer Chris Tate said that Cicely Rochelle, Charlotte, operating a 2013 Ford, struck a 2004 Toyota operated by Xuezhi Feng of Charlotte on I-85. Property damages were estimated at $9,000. JULY 8: Officer Josh
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Bryant said that Barbara Paschal, 109 Lord’s Landing, was backing from a parking space on York Road and hit a 2005 Honda operated by Ilunza Whiteside of Shelby. Property damage was minor. JULY 10: Officer H. W. Carpenter said that Kevin Lee Waters, 600 Groves St., was backing from his driveway and bumped a 2013 Ford operated by Wynn Crawford, 607 Groves St. Slight damage was reported to the Crawford vehicle. JULY 11: Officer M. J. Howard said that a parked 2002 Buick owned by Larry Hunt, 526 Belvedere Circle, was hit by a driver in a burgundy Honda who left the scene. Property damage was estimated at $1500. JULY 11: Officer H. W. Carpenter said that Gregory Traywick of Shelby was backing his 2004 Jeep from a parking space at 2202 Carolinas Place and hit a parked 2004 Ford owned by Kenneth Wayne Stewart, 207 Blanton Street. Property damage was minor. JULY 11: Officer Jonathan Price cited Alexander Wade Marlowe, 18, 1002 Linwood Road, with operating a motor vehicle carelessly and heedlessly, failure to maintain lane control and injury to personal property after Marlowe, operating a 2003 Ford Mustang, wrecked in a curve at the intersection of Linwood and Boyce Streets, hit a 3-4 inch tall concrete curb, a sign and utility pole and overturned, the vehicle lying on its top. Marlowe was transported by Cleveland County EMS to Caromont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia for treatment of injuries. Property damage was esti-
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Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office annual drug round-up operation “Spring Clean 3.0” continues in its 17th week with two arrests: Chasity Susan Holland, 44, 707 W. Gold St., Kings Mountain, two counts possession with intent to sell/deliver Methamphetamine, two counts sell/deliver Methamphetamine, $15,000 secured bond. Jimmie Leonard Ward Jr., 42, 501 N. Mulberry St., Cherryville, possession of Methamphetamine, $10,000 secured bond. The following people have outstanding warrants but have not yet been located this week. Kenneth Adam Johnson, 25, 115 Ada Street, Kings Mountain, possession with intent to sell/deliver Marijuana; sell/deliver Marijuana.
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mated at $10,000 to the vehicle, $2500 to a city utility pole $200 to a city street sign and $100 to a metal address sign. JULY 11: Officer M.D. Butler said that Gerald Glenn Valentine, 112 Wiggins Lane, operating a 2014 Chrysler, got out of his car at Food Lion, 610 E. King St. failing to put the transmission in park. The vehicle rolled backwards and Valentine attempted to get into the vehicle to stop it but was knocked to the ground. The vehicle traveled approximately 175 feet and struck the Subway Restaurant building. Valentine received cuts on both legs. Property damage to the car was estimated at $3,000. JULY 12: Officer Josh Bryant said that Floyd Gene Bridges of Shelby, operating a 1995 Chevrolet, rear-ended a 2002 Volk operated by Kylie Stenger, 113 Marcella Drive. The accident happened on Shelby road. Property damage was minor. JULY 12: Officer F.L. Wittington said that both drivers claimed the green light in an accident at Gaston and Gold Streets. The drivers were listed as Jeanelle McClain, 303 Campbell Circle, operating a 2013 Nissan, and Sidney Wells, of Shelby, operating a 2000 Dodge. Property damage was estimated at $2,000. July 13: Officer F. L. Wittington said that Brittany McClure, Gastonia, operating a 2000 Nissan, rear-ended a 2003 Chevrolet operated by Brandi Leigh Campbell, 806 Grace St., on Linwood Road. Property damage was estimated at $3100.
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Lauran Ashley Cupp, 21, 109 Holly Hill Road, Shelby, four counts possession with intent to sell/deliver Methamphetamine; four counts sell/deliver Methamphetamine. Nicholas Colton Black, 26, possession of Methamphetamine. Tiffany Elizabeth Fortenberry, 25, 2819 Toney Road, Lawndale, NC, possession with intent to sell/deliver Methamphetamine; sell/deliver Methamphetamine. “The Sheriff’s Office will continue to make drug investigations a high priority,’’ Sheriff Alan Norman said. “Statistics have shown for years that drug use leads to other crimes, in particular breaking and entering and riverhillmonuments.com
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Challenges ahead but much to celebrate The three speakers – Kings Mountain Mayor Scott Neisler, Cleveland County commission chairman Eddie Holbrook, and Phillip Glover, Cleveland County board of education chairman –acknowledged at last Wednesday’s State of the Community breakfast that there are challenges for the community but also much to celebrate. Hosted by the Cleveland Chamber, the event was attended by 80 people and held at the H. Lawrence Patrick Senior Life & Conference Center. Breakfast was
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catered by Summit Place at 7:30 a.m. The speakers stressed that Quality of life, the work force and diversification are three reasons that people are coming to Cleveland County and to Kings Mountain and Shelby areas. They
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used Power Point presentations to highlight. Holbrook promoted job fairs to let people know what is available in the area and praised as “remarkable’’ that 4,000 jobs have been added in the county in 10 years and with the textile
demise $764M in capital investments. Glover said the school system’s graduation goal in the past school year was 90 percent and reached 89.6 percent the past year. “We want our graduates when they leave our high schools to be able to go to a two to four-year college, enlist in the service or be eligible for employment,’’ he said. Glover said Cleveland County Schools is attaining those goals. He reported that nine rising juniors at the four high schools in the county have qualified to
work on manufacturing internships while doing their school work online. If successful, he said, after graduation they may be able to get jobs with annual salary of $50,000-$60,000. New Apple computers were presented to teachers and staff members in Spring 2016 and new Chrome Books were presented to all high school juniors and seniors. “In the next two years every student in high school will get a Chrome Book,’’ he said, noting that “textbooks may soon be a thing of the past.” He said the school board raised teacher supplements this year and praised back-to-back Wachovia cup winners from Kings Mountain and Women’s soccer team winners from Kings Mountain who had the highest academic scores of any students in the state and Superintendent Dr. Steven Fisher, a graduate of KMHS, who is Regional Superintendent of the Year. He said a new North Shelby School off Charles Road will serve the whole county as a state of the art special needs school for children and opening date is set for August 2018. He also said that Graham Elementary school in Shelby ended its first year as a year-round school. The school board has approved construction of two new auditoriums at Crest High and Burns High School. “We have lots to celebrate,’’ said Kings Mountain Mayor Scott Neisler. He opened his remarks by commending city leaders for 30 years who focused on how to make Kings Mountain a desirable place for business and families to come. Some of the new projects include the construction of a
new amphitheater in Patriots Park and renovations to Shu Carlton Stadium (the old city stadium.) Downtown, the landmark old First National Bank is being transformed by Stewart Realty Investments and the main floor will be a show room for Premier Body Armor with two apartments on the second floor. The Southern Arts Society will be displaying “Pianos on Parade,’’ a vintage instrument purchased by the mayor to be not only displayed but moved to different locations for the public to play. The mayor said that a boost to the economy began four years ago when NTE Energy broke ground on the Kings Mountain Energy Center at I-85 south and Dixon School Road. The plant is expected to open in the summer of 2018. Neisler also commended the staff of “Liberty Mountain’’ which closed a successful season at Joy Theatre on Sunday afternoon. More than 30 actors and volunteers presented the drama in its fourth season in Kings Mountain. The mayor also commended the staff and volunteers of Mauney Memorial Library for a summer reading program which is involving more than 200 children. The upgrade of the T. J. Ellison Water Treatment Plant is completed, the first major upgrade since 1977. City officials cut the ribbon and held a dedication ceremony Friday morning at the plant at Moss Lake. The project included a new 36-inch water transmission main that will pump 12 million gallons of water a day to residences and businesses in the city.
Thornburg steps down D r . S t e v e Thornburg will step down July 31 as President of Cleveland Comm u n i t y THORNBURG College and Dr. William C. (Bill) Aiken, native Tennessean, will serve as the Interim President pending approval
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MAUNEY HOSIERY MILL 1961 – This is a picture of employees of Mauney Hosiery Mills at a Christmas party in 1961. Can you find yourself on the picture? The photograph was made by L&M Studios and it was printed in the Herald but there is no identification on the picture.
Pieces of Kings Mountain History Tracking Americans’ Issue with Support Liberty Mountain a very down the Entering and Exiting eateries good thing for Kings Mountain Last weekend I had the pleasure to see “Liberty Mountain: The RevoLORETTA lutionary COZART Drama”. Each year I support the production by attending a performance and encouraging others to do so. Estimates are that 125 DAR members attended this year’s performance. When word gets out how wonderful it was, I’m sure even more will attend next year. Most plays go through incarnations as the cast and crew try new things to improve the story. It keeps the drama fresh for the audience and allows the opportunity to improve upon the prior season’s performance. I didn’t think the story could possibly be told better, but I was amazed by this year’s improvements. The show opened to a packed house; I don’t think a single seat was empty! Before the play began, musicians serenaded the audience. As usual, the music was excellent. Addi and Emily Berry were simply wonderful; their voices carrying the audience to a different place and time. It was cathartic. Most know the story of the Battle of Kings Mountain, history is history after all. Bob Inman did a superb job sharing this story, from the heart wrenching loss of a child by Martin family to Lord Germaine’s hilarious antics with Kings George. This year, multi-media was added to enhance an already excellent play. With narration and
video, we were transported from 18th century Ireland, to London, and America. Location names were displayed above the stage to set the scene. And many scene elements were projected into the minimalized set instead of using bulky set pieces. It was a feast for the eyes to watch the story unfold. What I appreciated most this year was a simple tool used by the cast creatively: white fabric stretched between several poles. This simple tool was transformed from a projection screen to Colonel’s tent. On several occasions, it was even used to move cast members around the set. Once, the cast was brought on stage behind it and I didn’t even realize they were there until they walked out. It was a joy to watch. The choreography was much improved, resulting in excellent fight scenes. This year they included the use of cannon, musket, rifle, sword, and even bows and arrows. With creative staging, they carried it off very, very well. Adding quick action and sound effects, it appeared quite realistic. To say that I am enamored with this play would be an understatement. But, I don’t apologize for it. The caliber of the performance was fantastic and rivals what I have seen in Charlotte, Austin, and Philadelphia. Luckily, it is performed right here in Kings Mountain. Many of our local businesses benefit from the audiences the play draws. I was in 238 Cherokee Grill at 6 pm and every table was full, with
a line outside. This is a good thing … a very good thing for our town. First, it brings in folks from outside our community who learn our history. And, it benefits the local economy. With this type of success, we should build upon Liberty Mountain’s momentum. This performance blossomed from a spark of an idea and the work of many, many people to bring this to fruition. So, if you are approached to sponsor or support this endeavor in the future, remember how we all benefit from the work these sixty-plus people do to make our community a hub of entertainment. In the process, we continue to share this wonderful piece of American History. If you missed the play, drop by the Joy Performance Theater Box Office and buy a copy of the new soundtrack they recorded, “Fire & Sword: The Voices of Liberty Mountain”. The cost is reasonable and well worth it to hear the duet by Addi and Emily Berry entitled “The Parting Glass”. It is a song for the heart that will bring a tear to your eye. Loretta Cozart grewup in Kings Mountain and is a member of the Col. Frederick Hambright DAR Chapter. lhcozart@ cccom.com 704-2412218. “History is all around you, if you only take a moment to look for it.”
we missed Can you believe it has been almost a year since I last wrote a column DG MARTIN about local country-cooking eateries, my favorite stopping places when I am on the road? My editors have been kind enough to let me write about eateries every few months or so in place of my usual topics such as books and politics. It turns out that the food-related columns are almost always the most popular of all. I confess that I have exploited my editors and readers by getting them to tell me about their favorite stopping places when they are traveling North Carolina roads. Then, I used their reports to write more columns about eateries. All of that help eventually led to the descriptions of more than 100 eateries featured in “North Carolina’s Roadside Eateries: A Traveler’s Guide to Local Restaurants, Diners, and Barbecue Joints.” https://www.uncpress.org/ book/9781469630144/ north-carolinas-roadside-eateries/ “Roadside Eateries” was designed for regular travelers, ones with an adventuresome bent. It is for those who would rather experience a special or unusual local favorite restaurant at mealtime than eat another quick meal at one of the ubiquitous national chains. Since you and other readers and editors helped write that book, you are entitled to a report about how it is doing. There is
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We will never at me as if I am figure out health supposed to stop care, Medicaid and and not enter most of our counthrough my try’s issues until we door but hold learn how to enter my door open and exit buildings. so they can exit Glenn Mollette from my door. For years now Guest Editorial I have witnessed I believe in average America’s issue being courteous but I with doors. can’t figure out why so Almost every day I many people want to will encounter someone be discourteous to me. I who doesn’t understand have a door to enter and how to open a door. For they have a door to exit. example if I am enterI am opening my door ing a building that has and they simply can a double door, one to open their door to exit. enter and one to exit, Instead, time and again someone inevitably will they stand as if they are always exit the door I incapable or just too lazy am entering while I am to open their own door trying to enter the door. and expect me to hold Instead of opening their my door open for them door which would be the to exit instead of me endoor on their right or my tering through my door. left, they stand staring See AMERICANS, Page 7A
Looking back If the fourth game is necessary it will be played in Taylorsville. “Leona Wells was a committed disciple’ was the heading on Editor Gary Stewart’s column this week. The first woman Elder of Dixon Presbyterian Church, she is best remembered for her devotion to families facing death and other crisis situations. She greeted members and visitors at the church door every Sunday. The petite blushing bride was 93 and a grandmother. The dapper bridegroom was smiling and dressed up in tuxedo and tails. The bridesmaids wore rainbow colored formals. ‘I didn’t go to this much trouble the time I was really married,’’ laughed the bride. Her bridegroom smiled and said,’’ Yes, dear, I know you’re ready for some punch.’’ The man less wedding at Kings Mountain Convalescent Center was well attended and lots of fun for all the wedding party.
Looking back from the Thursday, July 5, 1990 edition of The Kings Mountain Herald Twelve power outages since May 15 have Kings Mountain electrical employees working about 60 hours a week trying to trace down the trouble. Grover Town Council said the property tax base of the city will rise by $1 million when about 40 houses, the new sewer plant and the cityowned cemetery are annexed into the city limits. Marilyn Herrell joined the City of Kings Mountain as city clerk July 1. She was sworn in by Mayor Kyle Smith and will still serve as secretary to City Manager George Wood Kings Mountain American Legion Post 155 is on the verge of playing for the Area IV Western Division championship after finishing a tie for third in the regular season. Post 155 led first round winner Taylorsville 2-0 in the last of five semi-finals series heading into last night’s third baseball game in Taylorsville.
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Walking Off but not away By REV. DOUG ALLEN Pastor Penley’s Chapel John 21:3 “Simon Peter saith unto them, “I go a fishing. They say unto him. We also go with thee.” After the Resurrection, the disciples were both elated and confused. They rejoiced that their Lord was alive but what now? And, where was He? What were they to do without Him walking with them every day as He had for the past few years? And, so many questions. Perhaps at that precise moment in their ministry. I know a little bit how
they felt confused. Yeah, me, pastor, a know-it-all pastor. I’m sure you never felt that way. You are far too holy and spiritual for that. Peter finally broke the silence. “I go a fishing.” He had to be from North Carolina. So, they walked off from the Lord and went a fishing. Then after a night of fishing there was Jesus standing on the beach watching them. They didn’t even recognize Him. But it was Him, keeping His eye on them. Learn a valuable lesson here Christian. You can walk off from the Lord but you can’t walk away
from Him. He is always watching you, always looking over you. “Children, do you have any fish,” our Lord asked. Notice that He called them children. Just a little admonishment. Then with patience He instructed them to cast the net on the “right” side. Things always work better when we do them on the right side, don’t they? We can try our way from our side of the boat but somehow things just get lousy. But when we do it the Lord’s way, the right way, things always work out better. Now consider this. Jesus was a carpenter, a landlub-
ber, not a fisherman. “What does He know about fishing?” But He is the Master. So, let us obey Him and cast out on the right side of the boat. And they caught 153 fish, a tremendous amount so large that it should have ripped the net but it didn’t. It didn’t because the same Lord that filled the net kept the net. He not only did not leave them when they walked off but He stayed with them when they went ‘a fishing.’ “I will never leave thee or forsake thee.”- Hebrews 13:5b. Blessed be the name of the Lord.
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■ CHURCH BRIEFS
Harvesters Quartet The Harvesters Quartet will present a free Southern Gospel concert Sunday, June 23, at 6 p.m. at Cherryville Missionary Methodist Church, 318 W. Ballard Street. A love offering will be taken to defray expenses of the quartet. Rev. Bob Holtsclaw is pastor. Call 704-435-6934 for questions.
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Church Service Directory First Church of the Nazarene 121 Countryside Road 704-734-1143
Grace United Methodist Church 830 Church Street 704-739-6000
First Presbyterian Church 111 E. King Street 704-739-8072
Harvest Baptist Church 144 Ware Road 704-734-0714
First Wesleyan Church 505 N. Piedmont Avenue 704-739-4266
Kings Mountain Baptist Church 101 W. Mountain Street 704-739-2516
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701 E. Gold St. • Kings Mountain KINGS MOUNTAIN Advent Lutheran Church, NALC Member 230 Oak Grove Rd. 704-750-0171 Anew Beginning Baptist Church 415 Dixon School Rd. 704-473-1372 Ardent Life Church 420 Branch Street 704-739-7700 Arise Church 830 E. King St. Bethlehem Baptist Church 1017 Bethlehem Road 704-739-7487 Boyce Memorial ARP Church Edgemont Drive 704-739-4917
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Cherokee St. Baptist Church 421 S. Cherokee Street 704-739-7697
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Good Hope Presbyterian Church 105 N. Cansler Street 704-739-1062
Chestnut Ridge Baptist Church 618 Chestnut Ridge Road 704-739-4015 Christian Freedom Southern Baptist Church 246 Range Road 704-739-4152
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Earth and Fire Pottery Fest ends Friday The “Earth and Fire” Pottery Fest ends this Friday, July 21 at Southern Arts Society in Kings Mountain. Fifteen Carolina potters are selling traditional handmade pottery along with contemporary artistic creations. Many pieces are for everyday use around the home – coffee cups, goblets, casserole dishes, serving platters, vases and bird houses. Some of the pottery has a more “artsy” and whimsical feel to decorate your space or hang on a wall. All the work is either thrown on the pottery wheel, made by the coil method, or formed by hand from a slab of clay. One of the potters in the show, Barry Lockman not only digs his own clay, but uses a wood fired kiln, a method of firing that is sought after by collectors. This process is very labor intensive taking several days to fire the pottery. Several potters use old lace to make a pattern in the wet clay or carve into semi-dry clay making a more expressive statement. There are many forms of pottery to choose from in this show. Southern Arts Society (SASi) Gift Shop & Gallery is located at 301 N. Piedmont Ave. at the intersection of Piedmont and Battleground Avenues in the historic Southern Railway Depot. SASi offers a gift shop, ongoing exhibits and art competitions, programs and classes in a va-
Pottery by Deborah Gerard Bethlehem Baptist Church celebrated their 175th anniversary this past Sunday. Donna Hartley made this andmade quilt in honor of the occasion.
Jodi Lynn Pottery riety of media for artists of all levels. Current Exhibit: Earth and Fire Pottery Festival through July 21 features regional pottery for sale, both functional and artistic. Hours: Tues – Sat, 10 am to 4 pm. Admission is Free. For more information please visit SouthernArtsSociety. org, or call 704.739.5585. Email southernartssociety@ gmail.com.
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Susie Randall, decorator for Bethlehem 175th anniversary celebration. See more photos on page 8A.
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They don’t build ‘em like they used to Experience 18th century building techniques with expert Dale Hollifield, explore the Kings Mountain Historical Museum’s two historic homes, play with historic toys and learn to make cordage on Wednesday, July 19, at 10 a.m. at the Kings Mountain Historical Museum. Admission is free for all ages. The event is part of the Mauney Memorial Library’s summer reading program. To learn more about events at KM Historical Museum visit the website at www.Kings Mountain Historical Museum.org
BROCCOLI SALAD Keith Falls 2 heads broccoli flowerets ½ lb. bacon, fried crisp and crumbled 1 c. shredded Cheddar cheese ½ c. coarsely chopped walnuts or pecans DRESSING 1 ½ c. mayonnaise 1/3 c. sugar 3 tbsp. cider vinegar Mix dressing and toss over salad. Chill 1 hour before serving
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Food preservation Workshop Our weather this summer, with frequent afternoon showers and rainy days, has given local gardeners and farmers good yields. We want to preserve this plentiful summer bounty, as good stewards and to be able to enjoy delicious fruits and vegetables this winter. Whether you are new to home canning, grew up canning with your mother or grandmother, or are experienced in home canning, it is always a good idea to refresh the facts and learn the latest recommendations for safe home canning. Summer is the time we all enjoy the great freshness and variety from our own gardens or from our local farmers’ markets and produce stands. NC Cooperative Extension Cleveland County Center will conduct a food preservation workshop at the Extension Center, Kitchen 1, on Monday, July 31, 1:30 – 4:00 pm. Participants will learn 2 food preservation methods – preserving low-acid foods using the pressure canner and preserving a variety of fruits and vegetables with home freezing. This work-
(Ed. Note – The recipes in today’s cooking column come from a cookbook published by Central United Methodist Church of Kings Mountain
shop, Basics of Home Food Preservation, will include Pressure Canning & Freezing. The workshop will use demonstrations and give hands-on time for participants to practice new preparation and processing skills. Participants will also receive a food preservation information and recipe booklet and special food preservation tool. Class size will be limited. Registration fee: $10.00 (payment confirms registration). To register, call the Extension Center at 704.482.4365 by July 28th. For further information, contact Nancy Abasiekong, Extension Agent, Family & Consumer Sciences, at the number above. Pressure canner dial-gauges should be checked for accuracy every year. You may bring your dial gauge pressure canner (lid only) for a free Dial-Gauge Pressure Canner Check. Call the Extension Center to arrange a time. Come and enjoy learning new skills for preserving summer’s bounty and eating delicious home preserved foods this winter!
Teepa Snow video Thursday The Patrick Senior Center will host the showing of a Teepa Snow video designed to help families, caregivers and professionals better understand how it feels to be living with the challenges and changes that accompany various forms of dementia on Thursday, July 27, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Debbie Vaughan, Life Enrichment Community Outreach Coordinator, will facilitate the informal open forum discussion of the video to which the public is invited. Refreshments will be served.
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Lost Playwrights Lost Playwrights will meet Saturday, July 29, from 2-4 p.m. at Kapplan Auditorium, Henderson County Library, 301 N. Washington St., Hendersonville, NC. Anyone interested in any aspect of theater or creative writing is encouraged to attend. There are no dues.
Facility Bloodmobile inspections The Red Cross bloodmobile will be at the H. Lawrence Patrick Senior Life & Conference Center on E. King Street Friday, July 22, from 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Call Karen Grigg at a704-734-0447 for an appointment to “give the gift of life.” Walk-ins are invited.
Cleveland County Health Department inspected facilities serving food during the week June 12-30 including the following businesses and gave these grades: Blackwood’s drive-in, York Road, 96; Hong Kong, E. King St., 97.5; and Little Caesar’s, E. King St., 90.
gether and cook on medium heat for ½ hour, stirring often, then low heat for 1 ½ hours to finish cooking. This freezes well. 14 KARAT CAKE Jane Clemmer 2 c. all-purpose flour 1 tsp. baking powder 1 ½ tsp. soda 1 tsp salt 2 tsp. cinnamon 2 c. sugar 1 ½ c. salad oil 4 eggs 2 c. grated carrots 1 (8oz.) can crushed pineapple 1 c. chopped nuts Mix oil, eggs and sugar. Sift together all dry ingredients. Stir together the two mixtures. Add carrots, pineapple and nuts. Bake in 13x9 pan for 35-40 minutes at 350 degrees. FROSTING ½ stick margarine, softened 4 Tbsp. milk 1 (1 lb.) box confectioners’
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films made for Kids and films made by Kids Special concessions for kids will include Cotton Candy and Candy Apples plus all the traditional “movie food favorites”. Tickets are $4 in advance and $5 at the door, for this screening; children 12 and under are free. The Real to Reel Film Festival offers a forum for independent film, video, and multimedia artists to showcase their talents and garner award winning name recognition. The screenings will take place in the beautiful Joy Performance Center, 202 S. Railroad Ave. in Kings Mountain, July 26-29. Advance tickets, $8 per session or a Festival pass for $35 may be purchased at the Arts Council, 111 S. Washington St., Shelby or online at www.realtoreelfest. com. Ticket prices at the door are $10 per session or a Festival pass for $40, children
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ages 12 and under are admitted free. A VIP Pass ($50) which includes special seating in the balcony of Joy with comfy chairs and tables, food and drink server, one complimentary drink per night, free popcorn throughout the festival is also available. The screenings will begin at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings plus the 10 a.m. Kids Fest and a 1 p.m.Saturday matinee. Real to Reel is a competitive film festival with monetary awards presented to the winners in both the professional and amateur categories. The Best of Show Award will be $1,000. The professional winners will receive a $500 award. Amateur winners will receive a $250 award and the Best of North Carolina Award $300. Audience members will be allowed to vote on their favorite film by filmmakers from around the world each night with one winner selected at the end of the festival. . You might be one of the first to see a future Oscar winning film!
AMERICANS From Page 4A I see this on the flip side. Often when exiting a building someone who should be entering from the door on the left will see me opening my door on the right and instead of entering through their door will stand as if they are incapable of opening their door and will just barge on through the the door I have opened to exit. This is all terribly uncouth and people need to learn to open their own door. Usually if someone is entering a building and they are right behind me I open the door and motion for them to go ahead in front of me. I feel that is the polite thing to do. If I am exiting a building I am happy to step aside and let someone who is right behind me go first or even the door for him or her. If someone opens the door for me I am grateful and thank him or her for the courtesy. I just can’t understand people who barge through a door that someone else may have opened to enter or exit. They act as if it is their American right to be rude and crude to just come on through the door someone else has opened and that the person opening the door should just stand and hold it open for them. Maybe you haven’t experienced this. I hope you aren’t one of these door offenders because it’s really inconsiderate of you if you are.
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Returning again this year is the silent auction, which runs during the festival. Items such as scripts from movies, trips to famous movie locations, movie passes and lots of other fun and unique movie memorabilia will all be available to the highest bidder at the end of the festival. There will also be Question/Answer sessions with all visiting filmmakers and special giveaways throughout the festival. Everyone is invited to attend the wrap-party and awards presentation after the final film on Saturday night July 29th. Some of the films are of a mature theme and parents are encouraged to call the Arts Council if they have questions or concerns. For more information on any of the activities associated with Real to Reel or the complete schedule of the 48 films that will screen this year please call the Arts Council at 704-484-2787 or visit our website www.realtoreelfest. com.
Some Americans have been taught that this is acceptable and is the American way to get ahead. Simply barge, push ahead, break line and do whatever is necessary. Manners, courtesy and politeness are old fashion. Often I find myself standing watching someone as they dart through the door I am entering or exiting because they simply did not want to open the other door. Usually I stand there and think, “Another idiot doesn’t know how to open a door,” as they dart through mine without even a thank you but an obvious expectation that someone is simply expected to hold the door open for them. This kind of mindset may get you in the door or through the door but it’s as far as it will get you. It won’t get you invited to dinner and I wouldn’t want to hire anybody like this who conducts them selves this way. Don’t barge through the door when other people are coming through the door. Use your own door to enter or exit. This is why these doors are installed. One of the first steps to solving many of America’s problems is learning how to enter and exit. After this it will all be down hill. Glenn Mollette is a syndicated columnist and author of twelve books. He is read in all fifty states. READ HIS NEW BOOK - UNCOMMON SENSE
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To the Editor: As Historian for the John Wells Family I feel it is my responsibility to clear up some misconception on the story in the Herald Wednesday, June 21, 2017 “A Sense of Family” by Robert Inman. Isaac Wells, son of John, was born in 1782, impossible for him to have been in battle on Oct 7, 1780. In the story, Young Seth Chappel apparently is talking about John Wells, who did not fight. Seth is the son of Ledia
THORNBURG From Page 3A the college forward.” “I am pleased to accept the position of Interim President of Cleveland Community College,’’ said Aiken. “It is my hope to continue the long and rich tradition that CCC has established in serving the people of Cleveland
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improving factors relating to quality of life, increased economic development and ensuring city services are delivered in the most effective and efficient methods possible.” Tony L. Willis Sr., 122 Dogwood Drive, filed for town of Grover commissioner this week Previously, Roy Lee Dyer, 212 Cleveland Ave., filed for a seat on the board. The candidate list to date: Cleveland County Board of Education – Danny Lee Blanton, Robert Paul Queen, Rodney Eugene Fitch, and Phillip William Glover. City of Shelby Council Member Ward 4 – Dennis
EATERIES From Page 4A good news and some bad news. The good news is that the book is selling well and has gotten good reviews. The publisher, UNC Press, is pleased. Folks seem to like the way the book is organized along the routes of the interstates so that it is a good glove compartment resource and reference. If you do not have the book, you can see a list of the eateries covered and read the introduction and a sample chapter at: https://unc.flexpub.com/ shelfpreview/oEEpO But, there is bad news, too. A few of the book’s favorite restaurants have closed. Fuller’s in Lumberton was destroyed by flooding after Hurricane Matthew. The Acropolis in Cornelius sat on ground too valuable not to sell. The owners of Angelo’s in Graham just wore out. We know such
Fulton, daughter of Wayne Fulton, born 1939. Wayne is the son or Gabriel Dorris “Dub” Fulton, born 1909. Gabriel Dorris is the son of Wylie Irvin Fulton and Bertha Dulcena Wells, born 1885. Bertha Wells is the daughter of Isaac Gabriel Wells, born 1837. Isaac Gabriel Wells is the son of James Simpson Wells, born 1821. James Simpson Wells is the son of Isaac, born 1782 and Ann Gladden, born 1785. Isaac is the son of John Wells, born 1741, and Britter Wells.
The house that Seth is speaking about in the story is the Lib Stewart house and to my knowledge has never been used for Wells reunions. The first Wells reunion to my knowledge was in the Antioch Community Building in the late 1980s, the second at Grover School and now the Wells Reunion is held annually at Dixon Presbyterian Church fellowship building.
County. My aim will be to continue that service by moving the institution forward as the college serves the students who attend. Equally important is responding to the needs of business, as the college plays an important role in advancing economic development for the region. Whether students are seeking advanced training skills or are hoping to transfer to
a four-year institution, we will strive to meet their needs. Being a part of campus life as well as being visible in the community will be among my top priorities. Each of the 58 North Carolina Community Colleges possess its own uniqueness. I look forward to learning more about the attributes of Cleveland Community College.”
Carl Bailey. City of Shelby Council Member Ward 2 – Ben Kittrell Jr. Town of Waco Alderman – Judy S. Thompson. Town of Polkville Commissioner – Harold Dean Terry Sr. Town of Patterson Springs Commissioner – Bobby Ray Horton Jr. Town of Lawndale Commissioner – Paula Michelle Eaker. Town of Lattimore Alderman – Gary Hall. Town of Kingstown Mayor – Edward Oglesby and David Lee Lattimore. City of Kings Mountain Council member at large – David Lee Allen. City of Kings Mountain council member Ward 3 – Tommy Hawkins. City of Kings Mountain council member Ward 2 –
Mike Butler. Town of Grover Commissioner – Roy Lee Dyer and tony L. Willis Sr. Town of Fallston council member – Bill Herndon and Doug Clay. Town of Fallston Mayor – Doris D. Weaver Town of Earl Council member – Pattie Norman Town of Earl Mayor – Max Hopper. Town of Casar Commissioner – Harrill Brackett, Sharon Moses, Debbie Hoyle Morgan Town of Casar Mayor – Eddie Walker. Town of Boiling Springs Mayor – Bill Ellis. Town of Belwood Commissioner – Rodney Willis and Emily Willis Sisk. Cleveland County Water Board – Don Melton, Amy Elliott Bridges and John Taylor.
things happen, but each one still makes me sad. More bad news. Some readers tell me they wish that “Roadside Eateries” had not restricted itself to restaurants near the interstates. They say, “There are plenty of other great eateries and barbecues in other parts of the state and along other North Carolina roads.” To respond to these comments, I am considering another book to complement and supplement “Roadside Eateries” by covering more North Carolina highways. Many of the roads in the U.S. highway system are as important as some interstates, and they cover North Carolina more completely. For instance: U.S. 64 runs almost 600 miles from Murphy to Manteo and into Tennessee, U.S. 74 begins near Murphy and runs to Wrightsville Beach, and U.S. 17 runs along our coast from Calabash through New Bern and Elizabeth City to the Virginia line.
Along these highways and others with numbers like 70, 264, 501, 421 and the iconic U.S. 1, I hope we can assemble a group of local eateries where the food may be modest, but tasty enough to attract the locals. I want to be sure to include some classic favorites such as King’s barbecue in Kinston, TL’s in Manteo, the Daniel Boone Inn in Boone, Shatley Springs in Crumpler and West Jefferson, Cyprus Grill in Jamesville, Short Sugar’s in Reidsville and lots of similar ones that I am counting on you to recommend. The new book would be a great project, but I am not sure I have the strength to take it on right now, certainly not without your help and willingness to suggest your favorites. So let me hear from you. Write me at nceateries@yahoo.com and share your favorites.
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2017 N.C. Mountain State Fair entry deadlines Deadlines are quickly approaching for folks hoping to showcase their skills and hard work at the 2017 N.C. Mountain State Fair, Sept. 8-17 at the Western N.C. Agricultural Center. “Whether you are a 4-H student exhibiting your first goat or a fourth-generation farmer with an amazing apple crop, you’ll find a contest just for you,” said Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler. “In addition to livestock and horticultural categories, you also will find contests for home chefs, seamstresses, gospel singers and more.” July 28 is the entry deadline for many of the competitions, including livestock shows, cooking contests and the Gospel Singing Contest.
The N.C. Mountain State Fair features more than three dozen livestock shows for beef cattle, dairy cattle, goats, sheep, swine and others. The majority of livestock shows have an entry deadline of July 28. A late fee will be assessed beyond that deadline until Aug. 11. Some shows have later deadlines. Below is a list outlining the timeline of entry deadlines: • July 28 – Cooking Competitions, Gospel Singing Contest • Aug. 4 – Llama/Alpaca, Clogging Championship (First Cutoff) • Aug. 9 – Rabbits • Aug. 11 – Display Livestock • Aug. 18 – Clogging Championship (Last Deadline)
• Aug. 25 – General Exhibits, Flower & Garden, Very Special Livestock Show This year’s Entry and Award Catalog features a few additions and changes from 2016, which participants will want to pay close attention to. For a full, updated list of competitions, rules and entry deadlines, go to www.wncagcenter. org/p/mountainstatefair/244. This year’s theme, “Where Farm Meets Fun,” celebrates homegrown agriculture and the best of Western North Carolina. The fair features a carnival, free grounds entertainment, livestock shows, competitive exhibits and more family friendly fun. Additional information is available at www.mountainfair.org.
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Bethlehem Baptist Church celebrates milestone 175th anniversary
Pictured are a number of members and visitors at Sunday’s 175th Anniversary of Bethlehem Baptist Church. Crowds came from near and far to celebrate the occasion. Two six foot banners in the field by the old Bethware School and one 12 foot banner across the pillars of the church sanctuary welcomed 278 worshipers for the celebration of the 175th anniversary of Bethlehem Baptist Church Sunday morning at 10:30 a.m. in the sanctuary and for the Sunday banquet from 11:30-1 p.m. in the church fellowship building. Over 200 people were also at the church Saturday for “Saturday Outdoors” from 3-7 p.m. which featured children’s games, music by Becky Dodge Bouldin and the Leonard McSwain band
and a hot dog supper with all the trimmings. A large number of former pastors and former pastor’s families were recognized during the Sunday service and their pictures and greetings were displayed in a 175th anniversary booklet. Memorabilia of 175 years was on the walls in the fellowship building. “Continuing His work until completion” was the theme of the celebration of which Avis Morrow was chairman and others on the committee were Lynn Echols, Alohma Falls, Bill McDaniel, Doris McDaniel, Carmen
Scism and Pastor Steve Taylor. The church was organized in 1842. County Commissioner Jason Falls presented a proclamation from the county board recognizing the church and its members for a milestone celebration. Rev. Sam Murphy, a former pastor, delivered the message. It was a big celebration and reunion time for many people who came from near and far to celebrate an anniversary that few have the opportunity to mark – a special day for special people.
L-R: Bill and Helen McDaniel; Bettie Graham Faulk (former pastor James Graham’s daughter and her son).
Bethlehem’s current pastor and his wife Steve and Tois Taylor
Avis Morrow, Committee Chairman and Steve Taylor current Pastor)
Alohma Falls, co-chairman of Committee
Randy and Sara Gardner, Evelyn Brown (former pastor Norman Brown’s wife) with daughters April and Elaine and grandson, Chris
Former Pastor Russell Fitts’ son Tommy and wife Lisa.
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KM Optimist Pop Warner registration is underway Kings Mountain Optimist Pop Warner football, dance and cheer sign-ups are underway at the Kings Mountain Optimist Field at Shu Carlton Stadium on Gaston Street. Team participation is open to ages 5-15 (age on August 1). Registration fee is $40 with a discount for sibling sign-ups. Registration will be held on Tuesdays from 6:30-7:30 p.m. and Saturdays from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Sign-ups will also be held from 6-8 p.m. on weekdays in August. For cheer and dance, registration is $40 with a discount for siblings, plus an additional fee of $45 for a new uniform and $55
for the accessory package (cheerleaders and dancers keep all items). For more information or questions, go to Facebook @ Kings Mountain Optimist Club. For football you can also call or text Mike at 704-524-9671 or Craig at 704-300-3777. For cheer and dance you can call or text Shawn at 704-734-3336. In addition to football, cheerleading and dance the Optimist Club Pop Warner program offers academic scholarships, community service, volunteer and sponsorship opportunities, high school projects, college internships and sponsors the semi-pro Kings Mountain Force football team.
Kings Mountain YMCA’s 9-10 year-old all-stars defeated Bessemer City and finished unbeaten in the recent District AAA Regional baseball tournament and competed in the state Dixie Youth all-star tournament in Dunn. Left to right, front row, are Austin Poteat, Gavin Cutler, Cole Groves, Aiden Smith, KJ Bell and Tony Latham. Second row Donavan Thombs, Zach Scott, Daquan Bess, Matthew Rikard, Luke Scott and Aiden Taylor. Back row coaches Shane Groves, Kevin Bell and Casey Thacker.
Youth tennis camp July 24-27 Lloyd, Short, McClain to compete in tonight’s East-West All-Star game at Kings Mountain High School
Kings Mountain High will be well-represented in tonight’s East-West High School All-Star football game in Greensboro. Head coach Greg Lloyd of the Mountaineers will serve as head coach of the West allstars and recent KMHS graduates Cooper Short and Darian McClain will compete on the West team. The East-West game has been an annual event since 1948. It will be played at 8 p.m. Wednesday, July 19 at Robert B. Jamieson Stadium in Greensboro.
Greg Lloyd
Darian McClain
Cooper Short
The game is the climax of the annual North Carolina Coaches Clinic. Mountaineer coaches are in Greensboro this week attending the various sports clinics and Coach Lloyd is also practicing with his all-star team. Lloyd is the first KMHS head coach to serve as coach of the West all-stars. Shu Carlton was head coach of the 1957 West all-stars but he had already left Kings Mountain High to become head coach at Gastonia Ashley (now Ashbrook). Several Mountaineer coaches have served as assistants. Short was a starting lineman and long snapper for the Mountaineers, who finished 8-4 last season after several of their star players suffered injuries in pre-season and early games. He will be playing at Presbyterian College in the fall. McClain was a fouryear starter at fullback for the Mountaineers and also played linebacker. McClain and Mountaineer teammate Darren Burns will be playing at Averitt University in Virginia. Both Short and McClain were voted AllSMAC following the 2016 football season. Other area players on the West team are Darius Archie and Aaron Jolly of Shelby, Tremayne Booker of Forestview, Devin Harrill of Hunter Huss, Tyshun Odum of Crest and Noah Sanders of Burns. Greg Hill, who recently retired as head coach at Gastonia Ashbrook, is on Lloyd’s coaching staff. East head coach is Richard Bailey of Scotland County. At right are the former KMHS athletes and coaches who participated in East-West All-Star games.
There will be a youth tennis camp for boys and girls ages 6-12 Monday, July 24 through Thursday, July 27 from 6-7:30 p.m. at Kings Mountain High School tennis courts. The camp is being sponsored by the KMHS women’s tennis team. Each camper is required to take the appropriate attire such as shorts, shirts, tennis shoes and tennis racquet. Each camper also needs to take a cooler of water/Gatorade. During the camp, all aspects of the game of tennis will be featured. A number of players from the KMHS men’s and women’s tennis teams will be assisting in
the camp. Coach Rick Henderson, who currently serves as the men’s and women’s head varsity tennis coach at KMHS, will be the director and instructor. All campers will receive a t-shirt. Each camper will be covered by insurance. There is a $25 charge for each camper. A discount will apply to siblings. There will be a limit on the number of participants, so early reservation is advised. For more information contact Coach Henderson at 704-460-8066 to reserve a spot. For questions or concerned feel free to text Coach Henderson.
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Cody Barrett, new Dentist in town Dr. Cody Barrett, 29, a 2017 graduate of the School of Dentistry at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, tells his new patients to practice his smile. They are eager to copy it. The Waco man with close ties to Kings Mountain was welcomed by Dr. Grady Howard Jr. Monday morning as the new dentist on the Howard staff. “We decided to expand our staff and Cody actually shadowed me while he was in high school in Kings Mountain and after he graduated dental school decided he’s like to work here. We have been needing a second dentist on our staff and since Kings Mountain is a second home for Cody he will be a perfect fit,’’ said Howard. And no Grady (Jeeper) Howard isn’t retiring. Barrett said he wanted to pursue something in the health field or Science-based field after graduation and it was while shadowing Dr. Howard that he decided to go to dental
Dr. Cody Barrett is the new dentist in town. school. “I spent about seven years watching and learning from Dr. Howard and the way he interacts with his patients is something I want to copy,’’ said Cody, who graduated from Kings Mountain High School in 2006. He can look out the window at the dental practice on W. King Street and see West Elementary School where he also went to school. Dr. Barrett earned his undergraduate degree from UNC at Chapel Hill in 2010
and his Master’s degree in Cell and Molecular Biology in 2013. “Kings Mountain did a lot for me,’’ said Barrett who wants to give back and serve the community by working in the community. He is the son of Joey and Lori Barrett of Waco. His mother is a clerical assistant in the EC Department at Kings Mountain High School. His father, a former assistant softball coach at KMHS from 2009-16, is a truck driver for USF Holland. His sister Haley Barrett is a PE teacher at Shelby Middle School. Cody played softball in middle school and high school in Kings Mountain and enjoys all sports, including golf. Both dentists at Grady Howard Jr. Dentistry are products of Kings Mountain High School and UNC at Chapel Hill. “That’s in our favor,’’ laughs Cody. In Waco Barrett is active in Waco Baptist Church.
JOINS PRACTICE – Dr. Cody Barrett, right, is welcomed by Dr. Grady Howard Jr. as a new dentist on the Howard staff.
Pictured is the T. J. Ellison state-of-the-art Water Treatment Plant at Moss Lake. Major renovations have been made at the plant which is named for the late T. J. (Tommy) Ellison, a former city councilman. Photos by MAYOR SCOTT NEISLER
City officials dedicate new improvements at T. J. Ellison Water Treatment Plant Back in 1999 city officials were targeting a 36inch water transmission line eight miles from Moss Lake to town as a much-needed major project which would increase plant capacity from 8 million gallons of water a day to 12 million gallons of water a day. The transmission line would serve Kings Mountain citizens and industry for years to come and the water flow would increase from 1200 gallons per minute to over 4,000 gallons of water per minute on certain hydrants. Thanks to a no interest loan from the state and through the auspices of Rep. Tim Moore of Kings
Mountain, the city received money to upgrade the T. J. Ellison Water Treatment Plant and the transmission line, complete process improvements also in the sludge handling system, a finished water pump station and new SCADA monitoring system as well as facility improvements in the existing operations building that had been in service since the 1960s. Friday morning city officials dedicated the improved water treatment plant, had lunch and took tours of the facility. On Oct. 26, 2015 the 36-inch water transmission main was dedicated to the late longtime Water Re-
sources Director Walt Ollis and professional engineer and city councilman Alvin B. Morez “for their vision to construct a line that would bring water from Moss Lake to town.’’ “We don’t think about the unsung heroes of the water department until our water stops and we are unaware just how complicated it is before we turn on our faucets,’’ says Mayor Scott Neisler at a dedication ceremony. Remarks were also made by City Manager Marilyn Sellers, Assistant City Manager Nick Hendricks, and Water Resources Director Rick Duncan.
These are some of the new metal plates at the T. J. Ellison Water Treatment Plant. See more photos on page 4B
Master Gardener program
Allison Houser, in the dentist chair, is pictured with new dentist Dr. Cody Barrett.
The Extension Master Gardener Volunteers of Gaston County invite the public to attend their July program at the Gaston County Citizens Resource Center, 1303 Cherryville Hwy (NC Hwy 279), Dallas, NC, Thursday, July 20, 2017, 10:00 – 11:00 am. “Growing Flowers for Cutting” will be presented by Julie Hill. Upon settling in her Greenville, SC, neighborhood, this Texas transplant began transforming her entire yard into a cut-flower garden. Hill will also provide information about her participation in a regional flower growers’ association. If you have interest in starting or expanding a cut-flower garden, this is a program you will not want to miss. The general public is invited to this
presentation at no charge. No advance registration is required. EMGV Barbara Linster, Publicity Liaison,
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Dixon achieves Star Rank Ryan Alexander Dixon, a member of Boy Scout Troop 92 sponsored by Central United Methodist Church in Kings Mountain, has achieved the Star Rank. He is patrol leader for the Troll Patrol and has also held the office of Chaplain Aide. Dixon, 13, is a rising 8th grader at Kings Mountain Middle School and the son of Keith and Kim Dixon and grandson of Donald Dixon and the late Linda Dixon and Ruth Ann Badgett and the late Wayne Badgett. He will be attending the 2017 Boy Scout Jamboree at Summit Bechtel Reserve in West Virginia July 19-28. During the week of July 2-8, five Scouts and two Scoutmasters attended summer camp at Camp Bud Schiele. Five more Scouts and two Scoutmasters do a high adventure week. They went white water rafting, hiked 50+ miles on the Ap-
palachian Trail, and they went water skiing and tubing. While at camp the many activates included swimming, canoeing, crafts, rifle and/ or shotgun shooting, merit badge classes, and competition with other troops. Here is a list of troop accomplishments while at camp: - 19 merit badges completed - 4 partial MBs ready to complete - a number of tenderfoot - 2nd class requirements finished - CBS Honor Unit - 1st Place Catapult Challenge - natural division - 1st Place 'Mystery Ingredient' cooking challenge - 2nd Place Scoutmaster Cobbler Cook-off - 3rd Place Leaf Identification - won the spirit scepter once.
Gaston Co. Cooperative Extension activities Eating the Med Way Workshop Thurs., July 20th | 12:00 – 1:30PM, Citizens Resource Center, Dallas Conference Room B. This session will focus on how to build your meals around fruits, vegetables & whole grains. Instructor: Linda J. Minges. Cost: $10 (includes food tasting and recipes). Pre-registration required by July 13th: 4-H Super Summer: Clover Bud Academy Thurs., July 26th - 28th | 9:00AM – 2:00PM. Citizens Resource Center, Dallas. Join and learn all about 4-H .Cost: $60 (plus $12
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LEGALS NOTICE OF A PUBLIC HEARING City of Kings Mountain The City of Kings Mountain will hold a ublic hearing on Tuesday, July 25, 2017 at 6:00 pm. before the City of Kings Mountain City Council to consider public input on the redrawing of a portion of the ETJ line outside the city limits of Kings Mountain. You are invited to attend the public hearing at City Hall in the Council Chambers. If you want any additional information, please call the Planning Department 704-734-4595. KMH3806 (7/19/2017)
Need a subscription Call Kathy today! 704.739.7496 NORTH CAROLINA CLEVELAND COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK 17 SP 167 IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF THE DEED OF TRUST OF AL LEE POENG AND DOUANGCHAY D. POENG, Mortgagors, to CHICAGO TITLE INSURANCE COMPANY, A NEBRASKA CORPORATION , Trustee; WESLEY L. DEATON, Substitute Trustee, BOOK 1741, PAGE 1550 Bank of the Ozarks, Mortgagee. Dated August 11, 2014, recorded in Book 1682, at Page 0715 Securing the original amount of $480,000.00 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE AND NOTICE OF DISPOSITION OF COLLATERAL TO: AL LEE POENG and DOUANGCHAY D. POENG, DEBTORS NOTICE: This Notice of Sale and Notice of Disposition of Collateral notifies the debtors and the public of a sale of real property and a disposition of personal property collateral at said sale of real property, at the time and date speci-
CITY OF KINGS MOUNTAIN NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TUESDAY, JULY 25, 2017 6:00 PM CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS CITY HALL ROAD NAME CHANGE REQUEST FOR ONE EXISTING ROAD CASE NO. RNC-1-7-17 A public hearing will be conducted on Tuesday, July 25, 2017 at 6:00 p.m. by the City of Kings Mountain. The purpose of this request is to change an existing road name: Kinder Manufacturing Access Road changed to Crypton Drive. The Public Hearing will be conducted in the Council Chambers at the Kings Mountain City Hall located at 101 West Gold Street. All citizens are invited to attend. KMH3805 (7/19/2017)
fied below. Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Al Lee Poeng and Douangchay D. Poeng, described above, in the Cleveland County Public Registry; default having been made in the payment of the indebtedness thereby secured and the said Deed of Trust being by the terms thereof subject to foreclosure; and the holder of the indebtedness thereby secured having demanded a foreclosure thereof for the purpose of satisfying said indebtedness; and under and by virtue of an order entered in the within entitled and numbered action by the Clerk of Superior Court of Cleveland County, North Carolina on the 20th day of June, 2017, the undersigned Trustee will offer for sale at public auction to the highest bidder for cash at the Courthouse door in Shelby, North Carolina at 12:00 p.m. on Thursday the 20th day of July, 2017, the land conveyed in said Deed of Trust, the same lying and being in Cleveland County, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: Beginning at a point in the centerline of Grover Road now Battleground Avenue, NC 216) Being Ronald Anderson’s Southwest corner; and runs thence with Anderson’s line N. 29-53-20 W. 332.44 feet to a point within Southern Railroad’s right of way; thence S. 65-16-47 W. 209.80 feet to another point within Southern Railroad’s right of way; thence S. 33-1500 E. 265.03 feet to a post oak; thence S. 33-15-00 E. 85.56 feet to a point in the centerline of Grover Road; thence with the centerline
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The Kings Mountain City Council will hold a special meeting to conduct a public hearing, in accordance with G.S. 1587.1, to solicit public input regarding the industrial incentive grant being proposed for an economic development project entitled PROJECT MAUD. The Kings Mountain City Council, subject to public comment at the public hearing for which the notice is hereby given, proposes: an industrial incentive grant over a period of five (5) years. This project will create 170 new jobs at an average salary of $85,697.00. $10,500,000 Total Investment {$9,000,000 Real Property, $1,500,000 Personal Property} The Kings Mountain City Council believes that this project will stimulate and provide stability to the local economy. They
of Grover Road N. 60-31-20 E. 188.40 feet to a point, the point and place of BEGINNING, containing 1.55 acres according to a survey for Mike Heath by CBS Surveying & Mapping, Inc., Dated May 18, 1993. (Tax Map 4-74-2-7) THIS PROPERTY HAS THE ADDRESS OF: 908 S Battleground Ave., Kings Mountain, North Carolina 28086. As well as all personal property and fixtures located therein, as described in UCC File Number 20140076390C with the North Carolina Secretary of State, to be sold at one time as real estate pursuant to N.C.G.S. §25-9604(a)(2). This sale is made subject to any excise or transfer taxes, all outstanding and unpaid Cleveland County and any city or town ad valorem property taxes as well as any and all other prior liens, defects and encumbrances involving said property, as well as a Clerk’s fee of $.45 per $100 on the purchase price. Notice is further hereby given that the successful bidder will be required to make a cash deposit not to exceed the greater of five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00). Notice is further hereby given that the sale will be conducted pursuant to and subject to all of the provisions of Chapter 45, as amended, of the General Statutes of North Carolina. Notice is given that an order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. §45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the Clerk of
further believe that this project will provide local economic benefits for the citizens of Kings Mountain through an increase in sales tax revenues and the increased purchases of local goods and services. The public hearing, on the City’s proposed official offering of the aforementioned industrial incentive grant, will be held in City Hall at 101 W Gold Street, Kings Mountain, North Carolina on Tuesday, August 1, 2017 at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers. At this time the general public will have the opportunity to make comments regarding the proposed official offering of the industrial incentive grant to PROJECT MAUD for their economic development project. Lynda G. Mattox City Clerk City of Kings Mountain KMH3804 (7/19/2017)
Superior Court of the County in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days, but no more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in the notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination. Upon the termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. The debtors of the above-referenced loan are entitled to an accounting of the unpaid indebtedness with no charge for the first request and a charge of $25.00 for any subsequent request. The debtors may contact Bank of the Ozarks directly or they may contact the Substitute Trustee to obtain direct numbers by which they can call Bank of the Ozarks. This the 19th day of June, 2017. /s/ Wesley L. Deaton, Substitute Trustee P.O. Box 2459 Denver, North Carolina 28037 (704) 489-2491 KMH3803 (7/12 & 19/2017 )
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SunTrust of Kings Mountain hand-delivered scholarships to Cleveland Co. local seniors SunTrust Bank awarded $3,000 to qualifying seniors and presented them at the 13th Annual Senior Scholars Banquet at The LeGrand Center among some 925 in attendance. “This is the third year SunTrust Bank has assisted The Foundation,” said Jay Rhodes, a member of the CCS Educational Foundation board of directors and scholarship committee. “We are extremely appreciative of their financial support for our students as they continue their educational pursuits.” Ed Blackburn, Assistant Vice President of SunTrust of Kings Mountain, secured the funds through the SunTrust Bank Foundation to provide scholarship support for recent graduates. “At SunTrust Bank, we look for ways to be part of the community and being part of the community means giving back and investing in our community, said Blackburn.
“One way SunTrust does that is by investing in our best and brightest students in hopes that they will come back to their hometown and invest their newly acquired knowledge in making their home a better community for all.” Backburn presented six scholarships in person at the banquet to Jada Donaldson, Breahna Keys, Austin McKee, Cassidy Rudnick, Autumn Sheridan, Jazmyn Vickers, and Ricky Zheng of Kings Mountain High. ”We are proud of our local graduates and know they’ll be successful as they embark on a new chapter in their lives, prepared what the future holds,” added Blackburn. About The CCS Educational Foundation The Foundation was organized in 1986 by the Cleveland County Board of Education as a non-profit corporation to solicit contributions for specific projects of the school system. Do-
Ed Blackburn, Assistant Vice President of SunTrust of Kings Mountain and Jay Rhodes, a member of the CCS Educational Foundation board of directors and scholarship committee. nors may designate how their contributions are to be used
- such as for scholarships, building projects or toward
new or established programs. For more information,
visit www.ccsedfoundation. org.
CLASSICAL GUITAR FESTIVAL – Kings Mountain’s Hart Wells is on the faculty for the third summer at East Carolina University Guitar Festival. The festival opened July 15 and continues until July 18 celebrating the classical guitar. Wells is shown conducting guitar students. Wells is the son of Steve and Betsy Wells of Kings Mountain.
City Police offer reward City police are offering a $200 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of vandals who damaged bathrooms at the YMCA
playground extensively and broke into the Pilot Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant doing damage also to the yard. Contact Chief Jerry
Tessneer at the Kings Mountain Police Department, 704-734-0444. The vandalism happened during the weekend.
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New virtual academy offers online learning for grades 6-8 By TODD HAGANS Special to The Herald In August, Gaston County Schools will launch its first online school. The Gaston County Virtual Academy is for grades 6-8 and offers personalized learning and schedule flexibility for students. The school is free. “We have heard from our parents and the community that they want more school
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Teens become Colonial soldiers at Epic Patriot Camp Teens between the ages of 9 and 12 became Colonial soldiers at Epic Patriot Camp four days last week at Kings Mountain National Military Park near Kings Mountain and Cowpens National Battlefield. They put themselves in the shoes of those who fought in the battle through hands-on activities, weapons demonstrations, militia drills, colonial trades and crafts, spending time on the battlefield wearing colonial clothes and even camping overnight colonial style. The last day of camp was overnight last Friday at Cowpens National Battlefield. The four-day camp ended at noon last Saturday with a presentation before family and friends at Cowpens National Battlefield. A highlight of Patriot Camp was a free creative writing day camp at Kings Mountain National Military Park where participants learned about the Overmountain Victory Trail leading to the Revolutionary War Battle of Kings Mountain by researching a soldier and crafting a story about the soldier’s battle experience. Participants spent time each day with the co-creator award-winning author Jenny L. Cote to learn new writing skills and hone their present skills. Mrs. Cote and the National Park Service were the camp’s co-creators. Mrs. Cote’s forthcoming book, “The Voice, the Revolution and the Key’’ will give children, teens and kids of all ages a look into the birth of the United States, the seventh book in Cote’s fantasy fiction series, “The Amazing Tales of Max and Liz and Epic.” The new book’s release date is August 15.
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VIRTUAL From Page 6B Classes are aligned with the middle school core content areas and focus on English/language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies. World languages, elective, and Career and Technical Education (CTE) classes will be available as well. Students interested in participating in band, chorus, or CTE classes may do so at the middle school they would attend based on residence. All teachers in the Academy are qualified to teach in a virtual setting. Classes are taught through interactive instruction, and students will be engaged in learning while having flexibility to work at their own pace. Tutoring is available. There is no lottery to
select students for the Virtual Academy, but space is limited. Students who wish to attend must apply and be screened to determine eligibility. “We hope parents who are considering school options for their middle schoolers will take a look at our Virtual Academy,” added D’Avria. “The Academy is designed to provide the personalized learning and schedule flexibility that some students and parents are looking for, and we also feel like the Academy is a good fit for students in homeschool programs.” For more information and to apply to attend the Gaston County Virtual Academy, call (704) 8666231 or visit www.gaston. k12.nc.us/virtualacademy.
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How to save on back to school supplies Back to school season can be as expensive for parents as it is exciting for students. Once the initial letdown of the end of summer vacation wears off, many kids are excited to return to school, where they can see their friends, study their favorite subjects and participate in extracurricular activities. Parents of school-aged youngsters may share in that excitement while also knowing that back to school season can stretch their budgets. One of the ways to salvage those budgets is to save on school supplies. Fortunately, there are several ways parents can do just that. • Be patient. Shopping early can save shoppers money in many instances, but parents may benefit by exercising patience when it comes to buying school supplies for their children. Teachers often give students lists of supplies they will
need for each class, and parents who wait to receive such lists can avoid spending money on items their kids won’t need. Even if you wait it out, you may be able to get a head start, as some teachers may post supply lists on school websites, while others might email lists to parents before back to school season hits full swing. • Take inventory. If you have more than one child, chances are you already have lots of school supplies around the house. Dust off kids’ backpacks and study areas from last school year to determine which supplies you need to buy and which you already have. Going forward, encourage kids to store their supplies in a predetermined area once the school year ends, as this will make next year’s inventory that much easier to examine and assess. • Spend more now to save later. While inexpensive sup-
plies can be hard to resist, such items likely won’t withstand the test of time, forcing you to spend time and money each year buying replacement supplies. Paying more now for certain items, including stronger backpacks and more highly rated calculators, may end up saving you money in the long run, even if the initial pill is somewhat tough to swallow. • Use technology to your advantage. Department stores and businesses that sell school supplies, such as pharmacies and office stores, may or may not discount too many items once back to school season hits full swing. But savvy parents can still find deals by using technology to their advantage when shopping for school supplies. Download apps like
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