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Mayor and 3 retain seats on Kings Mountain City Council By Loretta Cozart
KM Police Department Color Guard led the Veteran’s Day parade this past Monday. See more photos of the event on page 8A. Photo by Gary Smart
Veterans Day Parade and Observance By Loretta Cozart Kings Mountain remembered veterans with a parade and observance in downtown on Monday, Nov. 11 at 10:30 am. Veterans and their families gathered at the Joy Performance Theater and processed south along Railroad Avenue to the War Memorial in Patriots Park. Kings Mountain Police Department Color guard led the way, followed by Kings Mountain High School’s Marching Mountaineer Drum line. Veterans young and old, some in uniform, were followed by young Cub Scouts
from Pack 93 carrying their banner and waving flags under blue bird skies. Along the way Loch Norman Pipe band played, keeping everyone in step. Behind them, American Legion Otis D. Green Post 155 Legion Riders followed. Bringing up the rear were vehicles with veterans from all eras, with lists of the names of those who served from WWI, WWII, Korea, Vietnam and Afghanistan. Once at the War Memorial, Loch Norman Pipe Band performed a prelude and Mayor Neisler welcomed those gathered. See VETERANS on Page 4A
New faces on Grover Council GROVER - A new mayor and two council members will be seated in Grover next month on Town Council. Roy Dwyer, a former councilman, will succeed Mayor Bill Willis, who did not seek reelection as mayor Nov. 5 but who won a city council seat along with Richard Smith. Smith and Willis led the voting followed by four other residents seeking the two council seats up for grabs. They are Emily Rountree, Brandy Greene, Jim Ogle, and incumbent councilwoman Angelia
Early. Grover voters joined their neighbors in opposing the county sales tax referendum. The vote was 180 against and 65 for the proposal. Grover voters also joined their neighbors in electing four members of the Cleveland County Water Board which included Dewey Cook, Tony Brooks, Bill Cameron and Bruce Martin. A total of 8,164 voters went to the polls Nov. 5 in Cleveland County, 13.24% of the 61,674 registered voters.
Downtown boutiques group grand opening November 19 Three new downtown boutiques have a combined ribbon cutting event and grand opening on Nov. 19 at 2 pm. Elle & Company, Jack & Georgia and Uptown Girl Boutique are all located along E. Gold Street between Cherokee and Battleground Avenue. The three boutique shops, along with Kings Mountain’s Main Street program, invite
you to join them for their grand opening and encourage the community to visit their shops in downtown Kings Mountain to kick-off the holiday season. There is ample parking along E. Gold Street and in the parking lot on Cherokee Street. Please contact Susan Matheson, Main Street Coordinator for the City of Kings Mountain with any questions. Phone: 704-730-2197 Email: susan.matheson@cityofkm. com.
In last week’s election, the mayor and three city council members won their contests in Kings Mountain. Jimmy West won his first term to city council in Ward 4 with 68% of the vote, defeating Rodney Gordon. Gordon served as councilman for 14 years, 8 years as Mayor Pro Tem. Incumbent Scott Neisler secured 965 votes, earning 59.60% of the overall vote, enough to defeat former Mayor Rick Murphrey and newcomer David Dettloff. “I want to thank the citizens of Kings Mountain for the confidence they had in me to lead the city for the next four years. Along with me, I believe Kings Mountain feels we are going in the right direction and through the talents of staff and citi-
SCOTT NEISLER
ANNIE THOMBS
zens there is no limit to how far we can go,“ Neisler said. “Rick Murphery ran a strong campaign and I have always had a deep respect for him as he led our city for many years as mayor. I welcome his input as he worked hard and connected with many of you. He can be a valuable resource,” said Neisler. “In talking with David Detloff, his reason for his running was to show our
JIMMY WEST
KEITH MILLER
younger citizens that they need to get involved. How true! So, I welcome him as well as other younger citizens to find something they are passionate about in the city and get involved.” At-Large incumbent Keith Miller won against two opponents receiving 40.47% of votes cast. David Brinkley received 29.86% and former Councilman Curtis Pressley had 29.42%. Ward 1 Councilmember
JAY RHODES
Annie Thombs ran unopposed. In Ward 5, incumbent Jay Rhodes received 64.64% of the vote defeating Ron Humphries who earned 34.98%. For any citizen who wants to learn more about what is going on in Kings Mountain, the city plans a citizen’s academy. Details will be shared in the Herald when those become available.
Murphey's 25th annual Toy Run Murphey's 25th annual Toy Run to benefit Shriner's Burn Center, Oxford Orphanage, Masonic Home for Children and Kings Mountain Police Department’s Shop with a Cop is set for Saturday, November 23. Rain date is Sunday, November 24. Motorcyclists will assemble at 11 am and leave the Scooter Shed on 114 Camelot Court, off Phifer Road, in Kings Mountain at 12 pm (noon) with a police escort. Each rider or person is to bring a new toy and $5.00. After the ride is completed, everyone will enjoy free barbecue and music played by the Backroad Band back at Murphey’s Scooter Shed. The toy run route will start at Camelot Court, turn right onto Phifer Road, right onto Bethlehem Road, left onto Hwy 74 west bound, right
Murphey’s 25th annual toy run will be held on Saturday, November 23. File photo onto Marion Street in Shelby, right onto Borders Road, Shelby, right onto Oak Grove Road, right onto Stoney Point Road, straight on Stoney Point Road which turns into
Shelby Road. and later turns into Kings Street. Then turn right onto York Rd., right onto East Gold Street, left onto S. Battleground Ave., right onto Kings Mountain
Boulevard, go through the round-a-bout and continue onto Phifer Road, and turn right onto Camelot Court. For more information call 704-739-4707.
Sneak preview Nov. 25
Toys, Trains, and Games exhibit returns to Museum By January Costa, Director and Curator
The 17th Annual Toys, Games and Trains Exhibit at Kings Mountain Historical Museum opens on Monday, November 25 at 5:30 pm to get a first look at this year’s exhibit in the magic of a nighttime atmosphere and with festive snacks that will remind you of holiday seasons past. If you love seeing the trains every year, this is a great chance to add to your experience. If you’ve never come to see the trains before, this is the perfect way to be introduced to the ex-
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citement of a Kings Mountain Holiday must-see. This event is free for members and $10 for non-members. Please RSVP by Friday, November 22 by calling (704)739-1019. This year’s exhibit has filled the museum with model train displays assembled by local “S” Gaugers, as well as railroad memorabilia, and antique toys and games. Visitors of all ages will be enchanted as they explore the miniature snow-covered scenes that line the tracks, and discover the interactive carousel, hot air balloons, and mailbag pickup. See MUSEUM, Page 2A
Guests get a sneak peak at the trains at last year’s exhibit. Photo provided
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