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Road closures for KM Christmas Parade and Festival Christmas, Christmas Time is near! Time for joy and time for cheer! Have plans this weekend? Kings Mountain’s traditional Christmas festivities will begin Saturday, December 2, with the Christmas Kings Mountain Parade and Festival.

Beginning at 11:59 pm Friday, December 1st, South Railroad Avenue from West King Street to Oak Street, as well as the following intersections, will close: South Railroad Avenue at West Mountain Street, West Gold Street at Cansler Street, South Railroad Avenue at South Battleground Avenue, Oak Street at South Railroad Avenue and at South Cansler Street.

Beginning at 1:00 pm on Saturday, December 2, South Sims Street will be closed for staging parade

participants. Only EMS, Fire, Police, and persons living on Sims Street will be allowed through during this time.

At 2:45 pm, West King Street from Juniper Street to South Battleground Avenue will close to traffic. Sims, King, and Oak Streets will reopen at 5:30 pm.

Various roads along West Mountain Street, South Railroad Avenue, West Gold Street, South Cansler Street, and S. Battleground Avenue will remain closed until 11:00 pm, December 2nd.

Please use extreme caution when traveling on these roads due to increased motor vehicles and pedestrians. Please plan to travel on different roads if this change impacts you. The city thanks you for your cooperation in this matter.

A bird’s eye view of Grady and Katie Costner’s Christmas lights in Patriots Park. (Photo by by Schiller Bodkin)

KM Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony held Wed., Nov. 22 Seeing Isn’t Believing, Believing Is Seeing......

The sights of Christmas shine brightly in Patriots Park as the City of Kings Mountain hosted its third annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony on Wednesday, November 22, at 6 p.m.

Mayor Neisler welcomed those in attendance to Patriots to flip the switch and start the season with friends and family.

Grady and Katie Cost-

ner’s Christmas lights continue to bring joy to many during Christmas. Their son, Scott Costner came out to enjoy them again this year.

Music was provided

by Patrick Senior Center’s Senior Chorus and Vintage Vibe. Young and old came to the tree lighting ceremony. Even the Grinch couldn’t resist spending this special time with friends in downtown Kings Mountain.

Mayor Neisler welcomes everyone to City of Kings Mountain’s third annual tree lighting. See more photos on page 8A.

Performance will be on Tuesday, December 7 at 3:30 at Mauney Memorial Library. (photo provided)

How the Grinch Stole Christmas musical at Mauney Memorial Library December 7 Your heart will grow three sizes as this classic story unfolds before you!

This musical performance of “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” by Sigmon Theatrical features live actors, puppets, and lots of audience interaction for the whole family.

It will be performed Tuesday, December 7, at 3:30 p.m. at Mauney Memorial Library, Kings Mountain.

Registration is required at https://mauneylibrary. libcal.com/event/10863242.

Please register for each person attending.

Enjoying the Tree Lighting Ceremony at Patriots Park.

(Photos by Angela Padgett)

Wreaths Across America Visit Jolly Realty Group December 16 Dec. 2 for photos with Santa ByDay Chapter will honor more Loretta Cozart

By Loretta Cozart

Jolly Realty Group at 118 S. Railroad Ave. in Kings Mountain hosts a photo opportunity with Santa on Dec. 2 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m., the day of the Christmas parade. The office is decked

out for Christmas, and Santa is visiting a few hours before the parade starts. Face painting and other activities are free. So, drop by Jolly Realty Group before the parade to get your Christmas photo with Santa before 2 p.m., before he must leave to prepare his sleigh for the parade. For those who miss this opportunity, a mailbox for Letters to Santa is available to the community outside the office.

Local DAR volunteers have worked all year to ensure veterans laid to rest at Mountain Rest Cemetery are honored on National Wreaths Across America Day on Saturday, December 16, at noon.

This year’s ceremony includes more than 2,500 participating locations nationwide, and the Col. Frederick Hambright DAR

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See WREATHS, Page 5A

Doll Houses were popular among girls, allowing them to decorate and imagine what their homes might one day look like.

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TOYLAND: A Holiday Exhibit at the Museum This year, Kings Mountain Historical Museum at 100 East Mountain Street in Kings Mountain introduces “TOYLAND: A Holiday Exhibit,” where the museum will be decorated for Christmas, and the cases will be filled with antique toys and games. Admission is free.

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■ OBITUARIES

Jerry Leuis Gaddy KINGS MOUNTAIN, NC – Jerry Leuis Gaddy, 76, of Kings Mountain, North Carolina, passed away on November 19, 2023 in Blacksburg, South Carolina.

Born in Cleveland County, NC, he was the son of the late Thurman Albert Gaddy and Lucy Costner Gaddy.

Jerry was self-employed for many years doing floor

Laura Grigg Powell

October 17, 1965 – September 21, 2023 EDENTON, NC – Laura Susan Grigg Powell, 57, beloved wife, mother, daughter, and sister, passed into God’s Kingdom at her home in Edenton, NC on September 21, 2023 after an illness of several months.

Laura was born on October 17, 1965 to Gaither Glenn Grigg, Jr. and Susan Lee Moss Grigg of Raleigh.

In addition to her parents, Laura is survived by Joseph Christopher Powell, her loving husband of 20 years, and their daughter, Tracy Lee Powell, all of Edenton.

Aaron Daniel Evans KINGS MOUNTAIN, NC – Aaron Daniel Evans, 22, of Kings Mountain, NC, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday November 26, 2023, surrounded by his family and friends.

Aaron was born November 8, 2001, on a rainy Thursday morning in Cleveland County, North Carolina to Charles and Jennifer Evans of Kings Mountain.

Aaron was a Kings Mountain High School graduate, class of 2020. He was an old soul, and you could sense that about him if you ever met him or knew him. Even though he fought

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coverings and was a passionate collector of tractors and lawnmowers, which he loved to work on and tinker with. He also loved working to beautify Christmas lights and other electrical projects.

Jerry was early to bed and early to rise, up before the sun so he could head to the flea market and bargain hunt. He loved spending time at the beach. Jerry had a special love for hummingbirds and flowers of all kinds; he was always cultivating something, including baby pansies which he had just planted recently.

Jerry was of the Baptist faith. He had a great love for his family and maintained close, special relationships with his siblings his whole life. His warmth and affection will be missed by all who knew and loved him.

He is survived by his children: Barbara Lawrence, Donna Bynum, Lorie Lutz, and Pete Gaddy; sib-

lings: Danny Gaddy, Betty McFarland, Cathy Wright, and Faye Short.

Jerry is also survived by numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and nieces and nephews.

Funeral service was held on Saturday, November 25, 2023 at 11:00 AM in the Ollie Harris Memorial Chapel with Reverend Brandon Jones officiating.

Visitation was held prior to the service from 10:00 to 10:50 AM in the parlor at Harris Funeral Home.

Interment was in Mountain Rest Cemetery Guest register is available at: www.harrisfunerals.com.

Harris Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kings Mountain, NC is in charge of arrangements.

Irving and Della Godard Powell, parents of Christopher Powell, also survive in Belhaven, NC. Laura graduated from Sanderson High School in Raleigh, attended East Carolina University in Greenville and graduated from Meredith College in Raleigh.

She worked as a nanny, as an apartment manager, in the medical equipment field, and as a consultant at Workbench, all in the Raleigh area. She was a member of Hudson Memorial Presbyterian Church in Raleigh and St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Edenton.

She was a member of the DAR and the family genealogist, enjoyed growing her own vegetables and using organic ingredients in cooking. Laura was generous and a gracious hostess, always willing to help others.

Surviving are brothers David Glenn Grigg of Whitsett, NC, George Charles Grigg (Ann) of Pine Knoll Shores, NC, sister, Sara Ann Brame (William C. Jr.) of New Bern, NC, and aunt, Sara Nell Moss Hope

(Thomas, Jr.) of Raleigh.

Also surviving are beloved nephews, nieces, and cousins.

A service of witness to the Resurrection in celebration of Laura’s life was held on Saturday, September 30 at 2 pm at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 100 W/ Church St., Edenton, NC. Interment will be in Mountain Rest Cemetery, Kings Mountain, NC on December 9 at 2:00 pm.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be given to St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, PO Box 548, Edenton, NC 27932 A graveside service will be held on Thursday, December 9, 2023 at 2:00 PM at Mountain Rest Cemetery, Kings Mountain, NC Interment will be held in Mountain Rest Cemetery, Kings Mountain, NC Guest register is available at: www.harrisfunerals. com.

Harris Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kings Mountain, NC is in charge of arrangements.

a hard long battle with brain cancer he did it with tremendous strength, with his family fighting along with him.

Aaron was the oldest of four children and he was such a great big brother to his siblings Tavis, Carley and Keira. As his parents we couldn’t ask for a better son.

Aaron had a great sense of humor and could make anyone laugh. He had a kindness to him that was rare .

When you looked at Aaron you knew he knew the Lord, even in his smile. He would give the shirt off his back if he would; no hesitation. He loved his family and friends.

He was his mother’s world.

She never left his side through his whole battle. He enjoyed fishing with his dad and siblings. He also loved the outdoors, video games, Lego’s, movies, his animals (especially his dog Diesel), hanging out with friends and traveling. He was big on spending time with his loved ones and making memories. Though Aaron fought so hard he never complained and was not scared. He was a true hero and for that he will greatly

be missed.

He is survived by his parents Charles and Jennifer Evans of Kings Mountain, NC; siblings Tavis Evans, Carley Evans and Keira Evans all of Kings Mountain, NC; grandparents Carolyn Evans of Kings Mtn., NC; Allen Evans of Blacksburg, SC; Mike Smith (Cathie) of Boone, NC; Sherry Scarborough of Blacksburg, SC; great-grandfather Robert Eugene Setzer Jr (Gene) of Clover, SC; great-grandmother Shirley Ann Bailey Fairfield of Goshen, IN. In addition to a lot of aunts, uncles, and cousins who loved him dearly Visitation will be held on Thursday, November 30, 2023 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Harris Funeral Home A Memorial service will be announced later by the family.

Guest register is available at: www.harrisfunerals.com.

Harris Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kings Mountain, NC is in charge of arrangements.

GCPD drone locates missing juvenile On Saturday, November 18, the Gaston County Police Department’s Drone Unit was activated to assist in a search for a missing, endangered juvenile. County Police patrol officers were originally dispatched to the area of Fairview Drive and Dallas Bessemer City Highway in reference to an

endangered runaway call.

Officers believed the juvenile had run into a large, wooded area and requested the drone unit’s assistance.

Drone unit pilots began a systematic search of the area and were able to locate the missing juvenile using thermal technology on the drone. They then guided of-

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ficers to the juvenile’s location, where they turned the juvenile over to EMS for treatment.

The Gaston County Police would like to thank their partners at Gaston Emergency Medical Services (GEMS) for their assistance in this successful operation.

ARRESTS NOV. 4: Michael Alan Nixon, 32, Bessemer City, DWI, no bond.

NOV. 11: Jennifer Lynn Martin, 36, 18 Bennett Drive, misdemeanor larceny, criminal summons.

NOV. 14: Heather Michelle Parham, 36, Bessemer City, warrant, misdemeanor larceny, $500 secured bond.

NOV. 14: Jason Anthony Falls, 49, 310 Campbell Circle, warrant, unauthorized use; warrant communicating threats; warrant, harassing phone calls, $1,000 secured bond.

NOV. 15: Jordan Wesley Clemons, 33, 424 Fulton Street, indecent exposure, $2,000 secured bond.

NOV. 17: Kimberly Dawn Nguyen, 42, Mount Holly, warrant, driving while license revoked, $10,000 secured bond. The suspect was transported to the Gaston County Detention Center.

NOV. 18: Steven Lee Short, 37, 114 Barley Drive, domestic violence act, no bond.

NOV. 18: Christie Faasamituua Banks, 40, 40 Chesterfield court, resisting arrest, $1,000 secured bond.

NOV. 21: Zachary Richard Borchers, 36, Bessemer City, failure to appear, larceny, $3,000 secured bond.

NOV. 21: Mitchell David Langille, 22, New Glasgow, NM CN, DWI, $10,000 secured bond.

NOV. 21: Donald Pettus, 54, 1018 N. Piedmont Avenue, simple assault, no bond.

NOV. 21: Jacqueline Rogers, 51, 1018 N. Piedmont Avenue, simple assault, no bond.

NOV. 21: Dalton Lee

Moore, 20, 822 Second Street, failure to appear, possession Schedule II, felony, $90,000 secured bond.

INCIDENTS NOV. 15: Patriot Jack’s Outfitters reported theft of estimated $1600 worth of merchandise.

NOV. 18: A resident of Ann Street reported property damage estimated at over $2,000.

NOV. 20: KD Mart, S. Battleground Avenue, reported a break-in and damage to property.

WRECKS NOV. 15: Officer Herndon said Sarah Elizabeth Greene, Grover, operating a 2007 Ford, was turning out of the KMHS parking lot, and braked suddenly to avoid hitting a student who darted out in front of her crossing the road. Rikard Allen Ploeger, 113 Heritage Drive, driving behind Greene and operating a 1995 Toyota, could not stop in time to avoid hitting the Ford. Property damage was estimated at $5,000.

NOV. 16: Officer Herndon said Mary Bumgardner King, Bessemer City, operating a 1995 Ford, pressed the gas pedal instead of the brake, and rear-ended a 2005 Toyota operated by Sylvia Bridges, 618 Temple Street, and stopped at the stop sign at East King and NC 161.

Cleveland EMS transported Bridges to Caromont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia.

NOV. 17: Officer Geissinger said Leonard Eric Huffstetler, Shelby, operating a school bus, said he missed a stop and backed up on Boyce Street unaware that another vehicle was behind him strik-

ing a 2008 Chevrolet operated

by Jocelyn Spikes, Pennington Place. Estimated damage to the car was $1,500 and no damage to the school bus.

NOV. 18: Officer Herndon said James Joseph Anderson, Cherryville, operating a 2003 Ford, had the yellow light as he entered the intersection of Gold Street and NC 161, and Angela Gettys, Shelby Road, operating a 2008 Buick, had the green light, according to witnesses. After the Gettys vehicle was struck it ran up an embankment and struck a 4x4 post belonging to Rhodes Dale Farms. Property damage was estimated at $17,040.

Cleveland EMS transported Gettys to Atrium Health Kings Mountain.

CITATIONS NOV. 11: Timothy Davis, Shelby, no operator’s license.

NOV. 17: Rebal Ross, 66, Erskine Drive, speeding, no operator’s license.

NOV. 17: Amber Jackson, 24, Clover, SC, stop sign violation.

NOV. 18: Joshua Lambert, 30, 132 Fawn Lane, driving while license revoked, fictitious tag, no liability insurance.

NOV. 20: Catlin Hughes, 36, Southwoods Drive, speeding.

NOV. 20: Amanda Brooke Hannah, 42, Fairdale Street, speeding, no operator’s license.

NOV. 20: Cody Wayne Bolin, 22, Christopher Court, driving while license revoked, no vehicle inspection.

GC Police make arrest in drug trafficking investigation On November 13, Officers with the Gaston County Police Department responded to a residence in the 100 block of Bowlin Road outside of Bessemer City to assist North Carolina Probation and Parole Officers.

During the investigation, Gaston County Police Officers obtained a search warrant for the residence.

As a result of the search warrant, Officers discovered and seized 183 grams of methamphetamine, 12 grams of suspected fentanyl, and one 9 mm handgun.

Brandon Scott Barnette

was arrested and charged with the following offenses related to the investigation: possession of a firearm by a felon, trafficking methamphetamine, trafficking heroin/opi-

ates, maintaining a dwelling for keeping or selling controlled substances, and a misdemeanor probation violation. He was taken to the Gaston County Jail and held on a $250,000 bond.

The Gaston County Police Department would like to thank our partners with Probation and Parole for their assistance in this investigation. Anyone with any additional information regarding this investigation is asked to call the Gaston County Police Department at 704-866-3320.

Gastonia mother charged in toddler’s death On November 7, at 10:52 a.m., officers from the Gastonia Police Department responded to 1698 Lowell Bethesda Road in Gastonia about the cardiac arrest of an unresponsive 21-monthold child.

Upon arrival, officers assisted with CPR efforts. While doing so, officers discovered that the child had swallowed unidentified blue pills. The child was transported to the hospital, where she was pronounced deceased.

Rhondasha McNair, 24, has been charged with Second-Degree Murder without Regard and Felony Neglect Child Abuse. She’s currently held at the Gaston County Jail with no bond.

If you have any information regarding this case, please contact De-

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“Christmas KM” Festival to take over Patriots Park It’s time to ring in the holiday season, and this year, there is no better place to celebrate than in Downtown Kings Mountain with a “Christmas Kings Mountain” Festival featuring amazing Christmas lights, interactive experiences, and free festive fun for the entire family.

Make plans to gather downtown at Patriots Park after the Christmas Parade for an evening with Christmas lights, carriage rides, hayrides, train rides, interactive characters, Santa, and much more!

Kings Mountain takes great pride in its special blend of family-friendly holiday magic. Stroll through Patriots Park

and experience Costner’s Christmas Lights Extravaganza and Santa’s Workshop. Liberty Mountain Garden, located at the Joy Performance Center, will be transformed into a Downtown Artisan Market featuring local goods that will make the

perfect stocking stuffers, and, of course, the extremely popular Bela Express train rides will be returning for another season. Holly Jolly hayrides and North Pole Express carriage rides (registration required for carriage rides) will roll Down-

town bringing even more Christmas cheer.

The City of Kings Mountain will also welcome Kings Highway and Heaven Bound Trio. This special Christmas show will begin at 6:00 pm.

All this and more in Downtown Kings Mountain, Saturday, December 2nd, from 5:30 – 9:00 pm.

For more information, contact the Special Events Department at 704730-2101, access their website at www.kingsmountainevents.com or Facebook page at https:// www.facebook.com/CityofKMSpecialEvents.

Scene from last year’s Festival. Mayor Scott Neisler waves to the crowd. (photo provided)

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Over 100 entries are expected for the parade, including the Kings Mountain High School Marching Mountaineers, the Catawba Shrine Club’s Gator Patrol, Sir Purr and the Carolina Panther Top Cats, the jolly ole elf himself, Santa Claus, and many other surprises.

Our 2023 Kings Mountain Lady Mountaineer Volleyball State Champions will serve as our Grand Marshals for this special event.

The Christmas Parade will impact various roads, beginning on King Street (74 Business) at the intersection of Sims Street, east down Kings Street, and then south on Railroad Avenue. Motorists are urged to use extreme caution while traveling through Kings Mountain.

Vehicles are prohibited, and spectators are encouraged to take chairs or stand along the parade route.

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OPINION

Wednesday, November 29, 2023

TODAY’S QUOTE:

Gratitude can transform common days into thanksgivings, turn routine jobs into joy, and change ordinary opportunities into blessings.

– William Arthur Ward

Pieces of Kings Mountain History The Christmas season is upon us, and Kings Mountain LORETTA will hold COZART its annual parade welcoming Santa Claus to our city this Saturday, December 2.

The Herald has searched for annual Christmas traditions mentioned from 1941 to 1954 and is sharing some of them to give perspective on how they have evolved through the years. Santa arrived by sleigh, of course. But who knew he as also arrived in our city by plane, elephant, and helicopter, too?

The first mention in the Herald of a Christmas parade in Kings Mountain was on November 15, 1945.

According to the article, the Merchants Association announced the Christmas parade and festivities would be held on December 11.

The article states that the first Kings Mountain Christmas parade was held in 1941, according to Glee Bridges. Christmas lights were placed in the “downtown section” but wouldn’t be turned on until dusk on December 11. In addition to the parade, a bicycle decorating contest was announced with boys’ and girls’ categories and cash prizes for each.

The paper also

noted, “Expected to enjoy the opening almost as much as the younger folks are returned servicemen, who spent wartime Christmases on foreign soil.”

In the December 6 follow-up story, Parade Chairman J. G. Darracott announced that Santa would arrive in Kings Mountain at Bridges Airport and that Santa would arrive on two elephants that year. The parade, which was scheduled to begin Tuesday afternoon at 5 o’clock on Gold Street near Bridges Airport, going down Gold Street to Railroad Avenue, North on Railroad Avenue to the Overhead Bridge, East on King Street to Piedmont Avenue, South on Piedmont to Gold Street, West to Battleground Avenue, North on Battleground to Mountain, and East on Mountain to Piedmont Avenue.

The next mention of a Christmas parade was that it had been scheduled for December 5, 1947. Contests for children participating in the parade, included a pet parade, wagon event, and bicycle decorating event.”

A headline in the Herald noted, “Big Christmas Parade Successful, Even Though Some Units ‘Got Lost.’”

The article gave more detail, sharing, “In spite of an on-the-march mix up in which one portion

The KMHS Marching Band 1947 - 1948 would have performed in one of the earliest Christmas Parades held downtown.

Photo by DigitalNC.org of the parade got temporarily lost, the big Christmas opening parade delighted a record crowd of youngsters and their parents who jammed the city streets to get a preview of Old St. Nick for 1947.”

In 1948, it was estimated that 3,500 people jammed into downtown to greet Old St. Nick.

The Herald noted that the parade included five floats, three bands, several other decorated vehicles, and comic book characters in the line of the march.

At dusk, Christmas lights were turned on, and merchants kept their shops open afterward.

It was reported that “retail stores, open after the event, were jambpacked with the first real Christmas-buying rush.”

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Looking Back

KMHS Band performing during a UNC football game in 1960. (Photo by Joe Heddon)

By Loretta Cozart Recently, Cathy Beam created a Facebook Group called Kings Mountain History. If you have Facebook and love KM History, this is the site for you. People share so many very interesting

stories and photos that might not otherwise be seen. Were it not for such pages, photos like this might be lost forever.

This photo was taken

by Joe Hedden in 1960 when he took the Kings Mountain High School

Band to play during a football game at UNCChapel Hill’s Kennan Stadium. The students’ names were not noted on the photo, but the photo was dated with Joe Heddon’s name on it.

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Be a winner and give thanks, even after the holiday!

Here are some tips for Thanksgiving and afterwards.

Be Thankful. Glenn Mollette ThanksGuest Editorial giving and the holiday season is a good time to say ‘thanks’ but we need to make it a lifestyle.

An attitude of thanksgiving is a good way to live. When you are daily thankful for your food, shelter, and the simplest things it elevates your sense of well-being. We devalue our well-being when we spend all our time looking at what others seem to have. Others may seem to have such great lives that we start missing our own blessings.

The greatest blessings in life are: the ability to walk across the floor; take yourself to the bathroom; enjoy a car ride; feed yourself; have meaningful conversations with other people; enjoy whatever income you have; walk through the grocery store; or go to church or enjoy watching television.

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Too often we get depressed and bogged down with worries and cares that aren’t worth worrying about.

Give thanks today for everything and anything.

Say thank you often. They are good words to say.

Teach your children and grandchildren to say, ‘thank you’, and to say it often.

Be helpful. Thank all the cooks several times.

Help out in any way you can. Cleaning up is a big job. Be active in clearing the table and offering to wash dishes and put stuff away. An ounce of effort goes a long way. Don’t eat two plates of food and then go into a hypnotic state staring at the football game. Don’t leave all the mess for the person who spent days cooking your meal.

Be wise. Don’t kill yourself eating. If you gain ten pounds in November and December then it will take you two to three months to lose the weight, if you are lucky. It’s tough to lose a pound a week.

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Be safe. Millions of people are traveling. If you have to travel, don’t push it. Slow down and enjoy the drive. Leave an hour early and take your time.

If you don’t have to go anywhere then be glad and relax.

Jesus healed ten men with leprosy as described in Luke 17: 11-19. Only one of the healed men returned to Jesus to say thanks. Jesus asked, “Were not all ten cleansed?

Where are the other nine? But only this one has returned to say thank you? Jesus said to him, “Rise and go; your faith has made you well.” This scripture demonstrates the power of a thankful spirit. This man’s life was changed even more because he was thankful.

It’s easy to see ungratefulness all around us.

The vast majority of those healed were ungrateful.

Let’s not live like the majority. Let’s be like the winner of this story. He was the person who gave thanks.

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New parade route for the Gov. Cooper announces Catawba Indian Nation Foundation Board 2023 Christmas KM Parade The word it out! The 2023 “Christmas Kings Mountain” Parade presented by CaroMont Health will take a new route!

This year, the Christmas parade will begin at 3:00 pm on West King Street near First Baptist Church, proceed east down King Street, turn-

ing onto South Railroad Avenue toward Patriots Park.

The parade will end at Patriots Park, with all the participants disbanding on Oak Street.

After the parade, visitors to the downtown can move into Patriots Park to enjoy the “Christmas Kings Mountain”

Festival, which will include a Downtown Artisan Market, Carriage, Hay and Train Rides, Food Trucks, Katie and Grady Costner Christmas Lights Extravaganza, and a concert by Kings Highway and Heaven Bound Trio. The festival will begin at 5:30 pm.

Gov. Cooper has appointed the following members from Cleveland and Gaston Counties to serve on the Catawba Indian Nation Foundation Board of Directors: • Omar A. Porter of Shelby as a member-at-large. Porter is the Director of Community Engagement at Cleveland County Community College.

• John Searby of Belmont as a member-at-large. Searby is the CEO of the partnership between Catawba Riverkeeper and Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden and is the Executive Director of both

organizations.

• Phillip W. Glover of Shelby as a member-at-large.

Glover is a retired State Trooper with the North Carolina State Highway Patrol and is the owner and operator of Safe Lane Driving School, LLC. Glover served for 17 years on the Cleveland County Board of Education.

• J. Newton Craver II of Shelby as a member-atlarge. Craver co-founded Legion Brewing Company in Charlotte in 2014, where he remains involved as a principal investor. Craver is also President of Shelby Loan

& Mortgage Corporation, a real estate investment firm he manages in Shelby.

• Deb Hardin of Shelby as the County Commissioner from Cleveland County. Hardin has served on the Cleveland County Commission for the last five years.

• Nicole Braswell of Gastonia as an enrolled member of the Catawba Indian Nation.

Braswell is a Service Parts Manager for the Husqvarna Group and a board member of Catawba Corporations, the economic arm of the Catawba Indian Nation.

Tim Moore’s pro-growth voting record recognized by NC Chamber T h e N C Chamber has named NC House Speaker T i m TIM MOORE Moore a 2023 Jobs Champion in its annual How They Voted report.

‘How They Voted’ details state legislators’ voting records on bills identified as critical to preserving and enhancing North Carolina’s position in the global race for jobs. Speaker Moore was recognized as a Jobs Champion

for voting with the Chamber’s Jobs Agenda at least 80 percent of the time during the 2023 legislative session.

NC House Speaker Tim Moore said, “I am honored to be named a jobs champion by the NC Chamber. Thanks to the diligent, fiscally responsible work of the NC House of Representatives, our state is the best for business and an example to others nationwide.

I look forward to the hard work before us to maintain that status, continue to invest in workforce development, and bring even more jobs to North Carolina.”

“As we work to maintain our status as the top state

for business, North Carolina’s job creators need to know which of our leaders are willing to act to keep us competitive,” said NC Chamber President and CEO Gary Salamido.

He continued, “The bold leadership displayed by Speaker Moore and other NC Chamber Jobs Champions in 2023 will help our businesses continue to invest in North Carolina and its people. We look forward to continuing to work with Speaker Moore in the year ahead to foster continued growth and success across our communities.”

PIECES

Thursday, November 30. The line-of-march of the Christmas parade was organized on W. Gold Street, proceeded to Railroad Avenue, north on Railroad Avenue to Overhead Bridge, east on King Street to Piedmont Avenue, south on Piedmont to Mountain Street, west on Mountain to Battleground Avenue, south on Battleground to Gold, east on Gold to Cherokee.

While earlier Christmas parade stories mentioned that shops would be open, in 1950, the Merchants Association encouraged shoppers to seek out their Christmas presents in Kings Mountain via the paper, sharing, “In addition to the parade, the merchants have been busy all week stocking their selves and display counters with Christmas type merchandise and decorating their stores and show windows in the Christmas motif.

“Almost all stores have completed deco-

ration work. Retailers report full stock of Christmas merchandise in all lines, from toys for the children to appliances.”

The big gift for this holiday season was most likely televisions; as the paper pointed out, “Television dealers, already finding it difficult to fill orders, anticipate a peak demand in the next three weeks.”

There was no Christmas Parade in 1952, as the city opted instead for a Christmas Festival in City Stadium, now named Shu Carlton Stadium, on Thursday, December 11.

Santa was whisked to Kings Mountain by Army Air Force Helicopter for a children’s party at 6 p.m., where he passed out treats. The paper noted this as a significant change from events in years past.

In 1954, the Christmas Parade was held on December 8. It took the following route: form on W. Gold Street and parade along Gold Street to Railroad Avenue, north on Railroad to King Street, east on King to Piedmont Avenue, south on Piedmont to Mountain Street, west on Mountain to Battleground Avenue, south on Battleground to Gold Street thence east to Cherokee Street the dispersal point.

The parade was promoted as one of the largest in Kings Mountain history. Floats in the parade included the “Cracker Express” Lance, Inc., another by Queen City Coach company, and a mammoth Santa Claus float with prancing reindeer. Lon Love, of Queen City Coach Company also informed the parade managers that he would ride his famous white stallion, Sir Charles Allen Jr., in the parade and that his company would also enter one of its modern double-decker sightseeing buses. Queen City Coach Company opened a bus terminal on Kings Street on June 20, 1952. More than 20 floats participated that year.

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Reagan Hutson of the Civil Air Patrol in Gastonia honors great-grandfather Hicel Fred McKinney. Photo by Loretta Cozart

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ica’s motto is to Remember, Honor, and Teach. The best way to accomplish that goal is to encourage as many people as possible to participate in the ceremony.

And many hands make the work much lighter. Church groups, civic groups, veterans’ groups, families, and individuals are encouraged to participate.

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The Christmas season began earlier the following year, on November 17, 1949. The parade route started that year at the Central School building. The route was not firm, but the line of march was described as going from the high school South on Piedmont Avenue, “following a circuitous route through the principal business district.”

Bands to appear in the parade included the Kings Mountain school band and school bands from Shelby, Lincolnton, and Gastonia. It was also possible that the Gaffney school band would appear in the parade.

Five floats in the march included a Santa Claus float and the Queen City Coach Company float.

The 1950 Kings Mountain Christmas parade was held on

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Give Thanks: Thankful with Gratitude!

Behold, an opportunity to how good and experience the joy how pleasant it can bring when it is for brethbelievers rally ren to dwell toaround our Savior, gether in unity!

Jesus Christ.

(Psalm 133:1).

It was refreshWe had our ing to see the people who pray to the Annual Comsame Father (God) munity Thanksacting like true giving Service brothers and sison Sunday eveDr. John L. Houze ning. I would People’s Baptist Church ters, putting aside their preferences, like to thank not concerned First Baptist for graciously hosting the about the pigmentation of service, Dr. Bundon and skin, the size of their conthe community choir for the gregation, denominations, awesome music, Pastor Perry or titles, but just coming Hines for the illuminating together to glorify our Cremessage, and everyone who ator. To many this may not attended. In Psalms 133:1, seem important, but to me the psalmist understood the as someone who sees the blessing of unity and I am oneness in all humanity, I’m grateful the service gave me thankful, who knows, maybe

we are beginning to understand the prayer of Jesus to make us one. After the service I noticed everyone was smiling and very cordial to one another, which reminded me of worship services years ago when we all had a common goal to meet with God and fellowship with each other. This was a reminder that there is still joy in serving Jesus when we don’t allow the cares of the world to cause us to lose focus. I’m grateful that God allowed me to see what can happen when his people make him the center of worship. It’s also a reminder of the grace God still has toward his people. As recipients of this grace, may we be mindful of those who don’t know him and remember our story before becom-

ing believers, which should make each of us have a humble attitude of gratitude.

As we close for this month, we ask again that you remember donations are always needed at the Kings Mountain Crisis Ministry, P.O. Box 1335 Kings Mountain, NC 28086, and that you will give cheerfully to the Bell Ringers in the community as they minister and collect donations. Remember, every day you wake up, having your right mind, with reasonable health, and someone who cares, you are wealthy and that’s reason enough to tell God thank you because you are truly blessed. The more we sow with gratitude the more we reap. Be Blessed!

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Kings Mountain Area Church Directory St. Paul United Methodist Church N. Cansler Street 704-739-1256 Sunrise Baptist Church 208 Mail Road 704-692-3007 Temple Baptist Church 612 N. Cansler Street 704-739-4716 The Favor Center Church 602 Slater Street True Gospel Holiness Church 1608 Shelby Road 704-739-6764

Resurrection Lutheran Church 600 Crescent Circle • Kings Mountain

Love Valley Baptist Church 2032 Bethlehem Road 704-730-0075 Macedonia Baptist Church 1101 S. Battleground Ave. 704-739-6811 Midview Baptist Church 703 Margrace Road 704-739-6711 Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church 220 N. Watterson Street 704-739-8354 Mountain View Agape Church 506 Sparrow Springs Road 704-739-0160

Mt. Olive Baptist Church Compact School Road 704-739-4516 Mt. Zion Baptist Church 220 N. Watterson Street 704-739-8354 New Beginnings Church of Jesus Christ 541 Crocker Road 704-730-9507 New Bynum Chapel AME Zion Church N. Cansler Street 704-739-2606 New Camp Creek Baptist Church 863 New Camp Creek Ch. Road 704-487-7128 New Life Family Worship Center 428 Oak Grove Road 704-739-9371

You Call We Haul 704-739-4747

New Way Missionary Baptist Church 105 Waco Road 704-724-0414 Oak Grove Baptist Church 1022 Oak Grove Road 704-739-4833

Proclaiming the Word Ministries 7011 Cleveland Avenue Progressive Church of Our Lord 1001 Cleveland Avenue 704-734-1070 Resurrection Lutheran Church 600 Crescent Circle 704-739-5580

Oak View Baptist Church 1517 York Road 704-739-7831 Pathway Baptist Church 3100 Parkdale Circle 704-734-0852 Patterson Grove Baptist Church 301 Oak Grove Road 704-739-5826 Penley’s Chapel Church 1805 N Piedmont Ave 704-524-4139 Peoples Baptist Church 1010 Groves Street 704-739-0398

Royal Praise Ministries 2055 Shelby Rd. Saint Matthew’s Lutheran Church 201 N. Piedmont Avenue 704-739-7466 Second Baptist Church 120 Linwood Road 704-739-4216 Shady Grove Baptist Church 339 Shady Grove Road 704-739-8920

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Edgemont Drive 704-739-4917 Calvary Way Holiness Church 1017 Second Street Pastor Clifton Morgan Carson Memorial Baptist Church 262 Sparrow Springs Road 704-739-2247 Central United Methodist Church 113 S. Piedmont Avenue 704-739-2471 Cherokee St. Baptist Church 421 S. Cherokee Street 704-739-7697 Chestnut Ridge Baptist Church 618 Chestnut Ridge Road 704-739-4015 Christian Freedom Southern Baptist Church 246 Range Road 704-739-4152 Christ The King Catholic Church 714 Stone Street 704-487-7697 Concord United Methodist Church 2404 Tryon Courthouse Rd. Bessemer City, NC 704-629-3571 Cornerstone Church Of God 202 Margrace Road 704-739-3773 Cornerstone Independent Baptist 107 Range Road 704-737-0477

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Guide me in your truth and teach me, for you are God my Savior, and my hope is in you all day long.

Psalms 25:5 If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you. But when you ask, you must believe and not doubt, because the one who doubts is like a wave of the sea, blown and tossed by the wind. That person should not expect to receive anything from the Lord. Such a person is double-minded and unstable in all they do.

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Delany named 2023 Distinguished Woman of Cleveland County

By Loretta Cozart

Pictured are Tabitha Thomas, Barbara Dillard, Katherine Pendergrass, June Pearson, Michelle Mack, Geraldine Dye and Rhonda Williams. (Photo by Lynn Lail)

AKA Sorority, Inc. donates reusable bags to Senior Center On November 21, members of Uplifting Our Local Community Initiative of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, Zeta Mu Omega Chapter, donated 200 reusable bags to the Patrick

Center for their monthly food giveaway.

The Patrick Center distributes food to 100 seniors each month. The center is grateful for community partnerships that help serve our local com-

munity. For more information on how to partner with the Patrick Center to meet the needs of area seniors, please call Senior Services Manager Tabitha Thomas at 704-734-0447.

Register to attend CCSO’s ICE Steering Committee meeting The Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office 287(g) Program, in conjunction with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), will conduct its 2023 steering committee meeting on December 14, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. The 287(g) program allows state and local law enforcement to partner with

ICE to receive delegated authority for warrant service officers within their jurisdiction.

The meeting will be conducted virtually and is open to the public.

Those wishing to attend should contact ICE at NCWSO287G@ICE. DHS.GOV no later than November 27. Please in-

clude “Cleveland County 2023 Steering Committee” in the subject line of your email. Please provide the email address to which the invitation should be sent and any questions that you would like to have answered at the Steering Committee Meeting.

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The Patrick Senior Center offers a flower arranging class on Monday, December 11, from 12 noon until 2 p.m. Participants will learn how to make a beautiful Christmas arrangement. Drop by Patrick Senior Center at 909 East Kings Street in Kings Mountain to sign up and pay your fee. Cost is $10 per person.

Brianna Meagan Delany was honored as a 2023 Distinguished Woman of Cleveland County on November 2 at 6:30 p.m. at the Cleveland County Commission for Women’s Banquet at the LeGrand Center. She was honored for becoming a passionate leader in the T1D community after being diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes; “Hero of the Month” for having 20 IVs without complaints; youngest fundraiser of $1,000.00 for the JDRF; mentor to newly diagnosed children; Keynote speaker; Best phlebotomists Ever!

Top of her class at Basic Law Enforcement Training; Only female patrol officer this past year; School Resource Officer; Pageant titles in Cleveland and Gaston Counties; and Servant Leadership.

She was escorted by her mother, Ms. Jacqueline Janine Rochford, and was presented by her husband, Mr. John Michael Delany.

In 1978, the Cleveland County Board of Commissioners established the coun-

BRIANNA MEAGAN DELANY ty’s Commission for Women, charging it with identifying and responding to the needs of all citizens of Cleveland County, with the greatest emphasis being on the needs of area women.

The Commission for Women was instrumental in establishing the Cleveland County Abuse Prevention Shelter for women in crisis situations. Working in conjunction with NC Equity (now NC Women United), the Commission participates

in a Bi-yearly Legislative Agenda where county women are given the opportunity to present their concerns regarding women ’s issues. Results of the Legislative Agenda are compiled by NC Equity (now NC Women United) and forwarded to state legislators.

The commission, in 1991, surveyed the status and needs of county women, sharing the results with county officials.

Since its origin, the commission has recognized the contributions of county women through special events and workshops held during Women ’s History Month. In 1992, the commission decided to host an Annual banquet recognizing the accomplishments and contributions of “distinguished” women. The Commission decided in 2009 to reactivate the Miss Cleveland County Fair Pageant.

The Cleveland County Commission for Women strives to discuss and communicate the needs of county residents regardless of ethnicity or gender.

Historical walking tour returns

By Loretta Cozart Mauney Memorial Library was recently awarded a $2,061 Healthy Together Cleveland Grant

by Atrium Health for signage for the re-invented downtown historical walking tour. The grant

covers signage at each stop, along with a brochure

that will be available at the library and other locations around town.

Artwork for the signage is being finalized now, according to Library Director Christina Martin. Once plans are complete, further information will be shared.

(Ed. Note: The recipes in today’s Cooking Corner are from a Central United Methodist Church.

CHOCOLATE NUT PIE Faye Kerns 2 eggs, slightly beaten 1 cup sugar ½ cup flour 1 stick butter, melted 1 cup pecans 1 tsp. vanilla ¾ to 1 cup chocolate chips Mix well and pour into unbaked pie crust. Bake at 325 degrees for 35 to 40 minutes.

CHRISTMAS CAKE Kay Carlisle Maude McCarter 1 cup butter 1 2/3 cup sugar 5 eggs 2 cup sifted plain flour 1 ½ c. pecans 1 ½ c. English walnuts

1 lb. candied cherries 1 (4 oz.) can flaked coconut Cream butter with sugar.

Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating after each. Add flour, then nuts. Add cherries which have been cut in halves. Add coconut. Pour into a greased tube pan, line bottom with brown paper. Bake for 3 hours and 15 minutes at 250 degrees.

14 KARAT CAKE Jane Clemmer 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 tsp. baking powder 1 ½ tsp. soda 1 tsp. salt 2 tsp. cinnamon 2 cups sugar 1 ½ c. salad oil 4 eggs 2 c. grated carrots 1 (8 oz.) 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-inch pan for 35-40 minutes at 350 degrees.

Frost with Tart Lemon Frosting TART LEMON FROSTING ½ stick margarine, softened 4 T. milk 1 (1 lb. box) confectioners’ sugar Lemon juice, as needed Mix margarine, milk, and sugar. Keep adding lemon juice to get frosting consistency you desire.

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The Patrick Senior Center’s Senior Chorus.(Photos by Angela Padgett)

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KM’s Simpson Defensive Player of Year in Big South Kings Mountain High edge rusher and University of North Carolina commit Curtis Simpson was voted by Big South 3A Conference coaches as the Defensive Player of the Year on this year’s All-Big South Conference football team.

Simpson helped lead the Mountaineers to some of their biggest wins in school history over the past four seasons, including an 11-2 mark this past season and a second place finish in the Big South.

During his junior season, Simpson and his teammates won the Big South and reeled off 13 straight victories before falling to the eventual state champion East Lincoln Mustangs in the fourth round

CURTIS SIMPSON of the state 3A playoffs.

Simpson finished his senior season with 83 tackles, including 21 for loss. He also

registered 13 quarterback sacks, forced three fumbles and blocked two punts.

He was one of seven Mountaineers to be named to the All-BSC team. Joining him on the first team were offensive lineman Alex Jackson and defensive standouts Eli Lipscomb and Jason Melton.

Antonio Armstrong, Javier Currie and Thomas Fair were named to the second team.

BSC champion Crest led in all-BSC selections with nine. Quarterback Ny’/Tavious Huskey was the offensive player of the year.

First team offense – Alex Jackson, Kings Mountain; A.J. Adams, Crest; Patrick Blee, South Point; Montgom-

ery Edwards, Crest; Chyance Ford, South Point; Javarius Green, Crest; Ny’Tavious Huskey, Crest; Trent Mitchell, Ashbrook; Gage Phalin, North Gaston; and Hudson Spargo, South Point.

First team defense –Eli Lipscomb, Kings Mountain; Robert Kendrick, Kings Mountain; Jason Melton, Kings Mountain; Curtis Simpson, Kings Mountain; Da’Montia Duff, Hunter Huss; Caleb Gordon, Ashbrook; Winter Kincaid, South Point; Jurnee Lattimore, North Gaston; Derek Mitchell, Crest; Gene Neely, Huss; Latrasky Pressley, Ashbrook.

Specialists – Charlie Birtwistle, South Point;

David Howard, Forestview.

Second team – Antonio Armstrong, Javier Currie and Thomas Fair, Kings Mountain; Cam Anderson, Lyrik Pettis and D’Various Surratt, Crest; J.J. Jordan, Jaidyn Muazzin and Martino Smith of Ashbrook; Christian Holland and Noah Comer of

Forestview; Ja’Varion Brown and Z-Man Gladden of Huss; Jayvain Knox, Desmond Simmons and Keldon Williams of North Gaston; Kam Crawford and Colby Hamilton of Soth Point; and Isaiah Johnson and Chris Wurster of Stuart Cramer.

SPORTS THIS WEEK Fri., Dec. 1 7:30 – High school basketball, Kings Mountain at Burns.

Tue., Dec. 5 7 p.m. – High school basketball, Cox Mill at Kings Mountain.

Wed., Dec. 6 4 p.m. – High school indoor track, Kings Mountain and Foard at Bunker Hill.

5:30 – High school wrestling, Kings Mountain at Shelby.

CCC celebrates Apprentices On Thursday, November 16, Cleveland Community College held its annual Apprenticeship Cleveland signing event. The evening commemorated National Apprenticeship Week by recognizing two graduates of the Apprenticeship Cleveland program, 25 new apprentices and 10 new employer partners.

Graduate Doug Womack completed the Milwright apprenticeship with Greenheck. He earned a certificate of completion from the North Carolina Community College System and a journey worker credential from the Department of Labor, as well as a diploma in Industrial Systems Technology and multiple certificates from CCC.

Womack is a 22-year Army veteran who says that “having the opportunity to work with seasoned professionals on the job has helped me translate what I learned in the classroom to real-world applications in my industry.”

The second graduate, Shane Rogers, completed the Heat Treatment Maintenance Technician apprenticeship with Eaton Corporation.

He earned a certificate of completion from the North Carolina Community College System and a journey worker credential from the Department of Labor. He also earned an Associate of Applied Science in General Occupational Technology, a diploma in Automation Engineering, a diploma in

Industrial Systems Technology and multiple certificates from CCC. Earlier this year, Rogers was featured in an article

by EdNC about apprenticeships. In the article, he talks about the fear of going back to school and how, by overcoming that fear, he is advancing his career and showing his four children that anything is possible with hard work and commitment.

The second part of the night’s program featured the official signing of 25 new apprentices, formalizing the commitment between the apprentices and their employers. The apprenticeships are in healthcare, electrical, maintenance, welding, HVAC/refrigeration, machining and milwright.

Left to Right: CCC President Dr. Jason Hurst, Doug Womack and Chuck Benton, maintenance manager of the North Carolina Greenheck campus.

Apprenticeship Cleveland welcomes 25 new participants.

CCC celebrates Pharmacy Technician Academy graduates

Congratulations to Cleveland Community College’s Pharmacy Technician Academy graduates! Day Class members pictured left to right: (bottom row) Shannon Scott, Joseph Frangione, LaJoya Brooks, and April Connor, (top row) Avah Bowling, Victoria Mitchell, Seth Kistler and Instructor Lyndsy Roemer.

Evening Class members pictured left to right: (bottom row) Instructor Michelle Williams, Lorissa Sanders, Tiamara Francis and Instructor Angel Queen, (top row) Sierra Herndon, Sierra Suarez, and Terry Fullenwider.

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Pinnacle Classical Academy ranks BCHS Impact Club donates 739 among best schools in state, nation items to ‘Cold Weather Drive’ Pinnacle Classical Academy’s middle school ranks among the top 3% of middle schools in North Carolina, according to newly released rankings from U.S. News & World Report.

In addition, Pinnacle Classical Academy’s elementary school ranks among the top 9% of elementary schools in North Carolina, and its high school ranks among the top 50 high schools in North Carolina and among the top 6% in the nation -- earning a rare triple designation for Pinnacle Classical Academy from U.S. News & World Report as one of America’s best elementary, middle, and high schools.

“You don’t have to leave Cleveland County

to attend one of America’s best schools,” said Dr. Shelly Shope, the school’s headmaster.

“What a tribute to the leadership of our board, the strength of our curriculum, the hard work of our faculty and staff, and the support of our parents and community.”

U.S. News calculated its high school ranking on the basis of college readiness, state assessment proficiency, state assessment performance, underserved student performance, college curriculum breadth, and graduation rate. U.S. News said it calculated its elementary and middle school rankings based on “pupils’ proficiencies in mathematics and reading, as measured by state assessment tests. Half of the

ranking formula was the results themselves; the other half was the results in the context of socioeconomic demographics.”

“In other words, the top-ranked schools are high achieving ones that succeeded in educating all of their students,” U.S. News stated.

Founded in 2013, Pinnacle Classical Academy is a tuition-free public charter school (K-12, 1,165 students) that attracts students from five counties. The 38 seniors of Pinnacle Classical Academy’s class of 2023 were awarded a total of $7.3 million in four-year academic merit and athletic scholarship awards, averaging nearly $200,000 in cumulative awards per graduate.

Gaston County Police thanked Bessemer City High School's Impact Club, as well as SRO Thompson, for their compassion and service to our community.

The Impact Club collected items for the Salvation Army's annual 'Cold Weather Drive.' This year, they donated an amazing total of 739 items. The Impact Club has participated in this drive for the last three years, donating over 1,900 items.

GCP thanks Bessemer City High School's Impact Club, SRO Thompson, and everyone who donated towards this drive.

As Margaret Mead said, 'Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful committed individuals can change the world. In fact, it's the only thing that ever has.'

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With its 10th anniversary approaching, the Earl Scruggs Center is proud to announce the return of its annual Remembering Earl benefit concert, taking place Saturday, January 13, 2024 at Malcolm Brown Auditorium in Shelby, NC. Featuring GRAMMY-winning bluegrass ensemble The Travelin’ McCourys, internationally-esteemed banjoist Tony Trischka and unrivaled dobro master Jerry Douglas, the forthcoming celebration will both honor the legacy of Earl Scruggs –– a Cleveland County-born bluegrass pioneer whose innovative three-finger banjo technique is now an industry standard –– and illuminate the lasting influence of his contributions to American music.

General Admission and VIP tickets are on sale now, with proceeds supporting the Earl Scruggs Center and its ongoing educational initiatives.

Founded in 2014, the Earl Scruggs Center boasts an immersive, all ages museum and multipurpose event space which plays host to a variety of programming year-round. In addition to its unique display of permanent exhibits, the Scruggs Center also regularly features a number of rotating presentations that further explore Earl Scruggs’ comprehensive career, personal history, and cultural impact. In deference to Earl’s 100th birthday occurring January 6, the Scruggs Center has joined forces with Tony Trischka to unveil a new exhibit which will examine the banjoist’s early life from birth until his post-WWII pursuit of a professional music career in 1945. The grand opening of this exhibit is due January 13, in correspondence with the Remembering Earl concert, and kicks off a series of special events spanning the year as a tribute to these

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The Patrick Center will be closed on Monday, December 25, and Tuesday, December 26, for the Christmas holiday.

Please call the center at 704-734-0447 for more information or to sign up for programs. Programs are open to people ages 55 and up unless otherwise noted.

December 2023 Special Events: • Dulcimer Concert with the Shelby Dulcimer Club: Friday, December 1, 9-10 am.

• Healthcare Notebook Guide Presentation: Monday, December 4, 10-11 am. Come learn how to set up your own healthcare notebook, what information is important, and how to use it when going to the doctor. Call the center to sign up.

• Janie’s Art Night: Thursday, December 7, 5:15-7:15 pm. Open to ages 16 and up.

Sign up and pay the $20.00 fee at the Front Desk.

• Violin Group Christmas Concert: Friday, December 8, 11:30 am.

• Technology Presentation by Trey: Monday, December 11, 10-11 am. Learn more about online shopping.

• Flower Arranging Class

by Cheryl: Monday, December 11, 12-2 pm. Come make a beautiful Christmas arrangement. The cost is $10.

Please come by the front desk to sign up and pay a fee.

• Low-Income Energy Assistance Program Application Day: Tuesday, December 12, 9-11 am.

Bring your current bank statement, electric and/or fuel bill along with proof of income. Appointments are on a first-come, first-serve basis.

• Craft Class with Claudia: Tuesday, December 12, 1-3 pm. Cost is $2. Please come by the front desk to sign up and pay fee.

• Jewelry Making with Terry: Tuesday, December 19, 10-11:30 am. Please sign up at the front desk.

Ongoing Activities at the Patrick Center • Ceramics: Mondays, 9:30-11:30 am.

• Facebook Chat: Mondays, 10-10:45 am. (Online via Facebook) • Seniors in Motion: Mondays/Wednesdays/Fridays, 10:30 am-11:30 am.

Suggested donation of $1 per class for non-YMCA members.

• Quilting: Mondays, 12:30-3 pm.

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Thursdays, 10 am-12 pm & 1-3 pm.

• Intermediate Line Dance (Dance Floor Rockers): Mondays, 1-3 pm.

• Intermediate Line Dance (Southern Class): Thursdays, 10-11:30 am.

• Beginner Line Dancing: Mondays, 11:30-12:30 pm.

• Clogging: Mondays, 3:30-4:30 pm & Thursdays, 12:30-1:30 pm.

• Knitting: Tuesdays, 8:30-10:30 am.

• Veterans Meeting: 1st Tuesdays, 9-10 am.

• Bible History: Tuesdays, 10-11 am.

• Monthly Birthday Celebration: 4th Tuesdays, 10-11 am.

• REFIT Dance Exercise: Tuesdays, 11 am-12 pm.

• Basic Sewing Class: Tuesdays, 11 am-2 pm.

• Volunteer Meeting: 3rd Tuesdays, 12:15-1 pm.

• Chair Volleyball: Tuesdays, 1-3 pm and Fridays, 12-2 pm.

• Canasta: Tuesdays, 1-3 pm.

• Tai Chi for Arthritis: Wednesdays, 9-10 am.

• Jewelry Class: Wednesdays, 10-11am.

• Chair Yoga: Wednesdays, 11:45-12:45 pm. ($3 Fee).

• Dutch Lunch Bunch: 2nd Wednesdays. December 13 – Red Bridges BBQ in Shelby. Please sign up at the Front Desk and pay the $2 bus fee.

• Blood Pressure Check: 1st Wednesdays, 10-11:30 am.

• Dulcimer Class: 4th Wednesdays, 10-11am. (Cancelled for December) • Food Giveaway: 3rd Wednesdays, 1-2:30 pm.

Please call to sign up each month.

• Online Book Club: 4th Wednesdays, 4 pm via Zoom.

Please call Mauney Memorial Library to join. (Cancelled for December) • Healthy Lifestyles Class: Thursdays, 8-9:30 am.

• Gentle Exercise: Thursdays, 9:30-10:15 am.

• Bingo: Thursdays, 10:30-11:15 am.

• Bridge: 2nd and 4th Thursdays, 1-4 pm.

• Coffee & Conversation: Fridays, 8:30-10 am.

• Dulcimer Jam: Fridays, 9-10am. (Cancelled for December) • Chorus: Fridays, 10-11 am.

• Friday Lunch: Fridays, 11 am-12 pm. Call to sign up

by Thursday at Noon. Cost is $4.

• WII Bowling League: Fridays, 12-1 pm.

• Ping Pong/Corn Hole: Fridays, 12-2 pm.

• Shred Truck: The Truck will be here December 6 to shred onsite, but you can bring your items to be shredded at any time the center is open and put them in the locked bins in the lobby.

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Candidate filing begins December 4 Candidate filing for most 2024 contests begins on December 4, 2023, at noon and ends on December 15, 2023, at noon. Below is a list of local contests and filing fees attached. The list of candidates will be updated daily on the Cleveland County Board of Elections website under ‘Who Has Filed?’

Primary Election General Election March 5, 2024 November 5, 2024 2nd Primary, if needed - May 14, 2024 Filing Period Filing (excluding Soil & Water District) will begin Monday, December 4. 2023, at noon and end on Friday, December 15. 2023 at noon.

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Term Incumbent Filing Fees All of the offices listed below will file with the NC State Board of Elections th U.S. 14 Congressional District 2 years Jeff Jackson (D) $1,740.00 Superior Court Judge 27B 8 years Todd Pomeroy (R) $1,691.25 District Court Judge 27B 4 years Dean Black (D) $1,626.20 4 years Jeanette Racquel Reeves $1,626.20 (R) 4 years Brad Champion (R) $1,626.20 4 years Jamie Hodges (R) $1,626.20 4 years Justin K. Brackett (R) $1,626.20 All of the offices listed below will file with the Cleveland County Board of Elections N.C. Senate - 44th District 2 years Ted Alexander (R) $139.51 th N.C. House – 110 District 2 years Kelly Hastings (R) $139.51 th N.C. House - 111 District 2 years Tim Moore (R) $139.51 Register of Deeds 4 years Betsy Harnage (R) $700.84 Board of Commissioners 4 years Johnny Hutchins (R) $113.72 4 years Ronnie Whetstine (R) $113.72 4 years Kevin Gordon (R) $113.72 Board of Education 4 years Robert Queen (R) $25.00 4 years Joel Shores (R) $25.00 4 years Ron Humphries (R) $25.00 4 years Greg Taylor (R) $25.00 4 years Rodney Fitch (R) $25.00 Filing for the office listed below: Noon June 10, 2024 - Noon July 5, 2024* Soil & Water 4 years Madison Rachel Bridges $5.00 US Congressional & NC House Districts have changed. Kings Mountain Is in the 14th Congressional District, N.C. Senate - 44th District, and the N.C. House - 111th District.

Atrium Health: AI Solution gives back time to busy doctors Clinical leaders at Atrium Health have long embraced a concept they call “Best Place to Care.” As part of that initiative, Atrium Health surveys their providers to understand how to make the job more enjoyable and avoid burnout. One of the top concerns among providers is how much time they spend doing administrative tasks.

Atrium Health is the first health system in the nation to deploy an artificial intelligence tool designed to automate the creation of clinical documentation during patient visits. Nuance® Dragon® Ambient eXperience™ Copilot (DAX™ Copilot) helps free clinicians to focus on delivering high-quality personalized care, improving clinical efficiency, and reducing administrative workloads associated with burnout.

Leaders from Atrium Health

and Nuance discussed the solution at the 2023 HLTH Conference, in Las Vegas.

Based in Charlotte, North Carolina, Atrium Health has deployed DAX Copilot to its primary care physicians with plans for a broad roll-out across its footprint. The solution allows clinicians to create draft clinical summaries automatically and securely in seconds from in-person exams or via telehealth patient conversations for immediate review and finalizing in the Electronic Health Record (EHR). Atrium Health physicians are already reporting saving up to 40 minutes per day with this advanced documentation assistant.

Specifically, Atrium Health clinicians reported the following: • 92% of clinicians say DAX is “easy to use” • 85% of clinicians would

be disappointed if they no longer had access to DAX Copilot • 84% report an improved documentation experience • 68% say it has improved their experience providing care With roughly 11,000 doctors and 22,000 nurses providing care at 40 hospitals and hundreds of care locations across North and South Carolina, Georgia, and Alabama, Atrium Health is part of Advocate Health, the nation’s third-largest nonprofit health system. Atrium Health is renowned for its top-ranked pediatric, cancer, and heart care, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments, and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Atrium Health is also a leading-edge innovator in virtual care and mobile medicine.

“In addition to providing

high-quality patient experiences and elevating clinical efficiency, supporting clinician satisfaction and retention by enabling physicians and nurses to work at the top of their licensure is one of our top organizational priorities,” said Dr. Matt Anderson, senior vice president and medical director of virtual health for Advocate Health and Atrium Health’s senior medical director for primary care. “DAX Copilot is enabling a better clinician experience. Most of our surveyed users are reporting a positive impact on their day-to-day schedule, being able to increase the number of patients they are able to see and even spending more time with them. This type of scale and satisfaction is critical in the advancement of healthcare.”

LEGAL NOTICE

LEGAL NOTICE

LEGAL NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK

IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK

IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK

In the Matter of the Estate of: Wanda Kay Rollins Conner, deceased File No. 23 E 917

In the Matter of the Estate of: Ben Luther Edwards, deceased File No. 23 E 904

In the Matter of the Estate of: Sarah Taylor Beam, aka Sarah T. Beam, deceased File No. 23 E 916

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Having qualified as Administratrix of the Estate of Wanda Kay Rollins Conner, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against the Estate of said Wanda Kay Rollins Conner to present them, duly verified, to the undersigned, Kelly Conner Grier, c/o Loann S. Meekins, Teddy Meekins & Talbert, PLLC, 405 E. Marion Street, Shelby, NC 28150 on or before the 15th day of February, 2024 or same will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said Estate please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

Having qualified as Administrator of the Estate of Ben Luther Edwards, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against the Estate of said Ben Luther Edwards to present them, duly verified, to the undersigned, Ben Luther Edwards, II, c/o Loann S. Meekins, Teddy Meekins & Talbert, PLLC, 405 E. Marion Street, Shelby, NC 28150 on or before the 8th day of February 2024 or same will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said Estate please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

Having qualified as Executrix of the Estate of Sarah Taylor Beam aka Sarah T. Beam, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against the Estate of said Sarah Taylor Beam aka Sarah T. Beam to present them, duly verified, to the undersigned, Frances B. Sizemore, c/o Loann S. Meekins, Teddy Meekins & Talbert, PLLC, 405 E. Marion Street, Shelby, NC 28150 on or before the 15th day of February, 2024 or same will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said Estate please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 15th day of November, 2023.

This the 8th day of November, 2023.

This the 15th day of November, 2023.

Kelly Conner Grier, Administratrix of the Estate of c/o Loann S. Meekins Teddy Meekins & Talbert, PLLC 405 E. Marion Street, Shelby, NC 28150

Ben Luther Edwards, II, Administrator of the Estate Ben Luther Edwards c/o Loann S. Meekins Teddy Meekins & Talbert, PLLC 405 E. Marion Street, Shelby, NC 28150

Frances B. Sizemore, Executrix of the Estate c/o Loann S. Meekins Teddy Meekins & Talbert, PLLC 405 E. Marion Street, Shelby, NC 28150

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023

Pictured above and below, Friends of Crowders Mountain November volunteers.

(Photos provided)

Patriots Park during the January 2022 snow. Photo by Liz Harlow

NOAA forecasts very snowy winter for the Charlotte region Winter appeared early last month, with the North Carolina mountains witnessing the first snowfall of the season due to a pronounced upper low.

It’s somewhat rare for North Carolina to see snow in the middle of October, but experts at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) think it could be a sign of things to come. A significant factor this season is the robust El Niño in the tropical Pacific. This El Niño Southern Oscillation (ENSO) event is characterized by warmer-than-average sea surface temperatures in the central/ eastern Pacific, which in-

fluences the jet stream—a fast, narrow current of air flowing from west to east high up in the atmosphere.

The jet stream acts as a bridge, connecting ENSO to North American winter climate patterns. During El Niño events, the most potent parts of the jet tend to shift southward and extend further eastward across the North Pacific Ocean, directing storms across the southern third of North America. This shift in the jet stream’s position can alter regions of higher and lower air pressure, influencing temperature and precipitation patterns.

Currently, NOAA climatologists and forecasters

estimate an 85% likelihood of a strong El Niño event marking the onset of winter. This means that the Charlotte area, along with other parts of the Southeast US, might experience altered rain, snow, and temperature patterns due to the influence of El Niño on the jet stream.

The 2024 Farmer’s Almanac also forecasts “above-normal precipitation and snowfall for the Southeast, which includes most of North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia. The best chances for snow occur in late January and mid-February.”

December 16 Volunteer Trail Work Day - Friends of Crowders Mountain Friends of Crowders Mountain would like to thank to their November volunteers for trail and creek stairs removal, deberming, water diversions, root removal, and litter pick up.

They hope to see more volunteers on Saturday, De-

The Friends of Crowders Mountain, Inc.'s 2024 Annual

LEGAL NOTICE

LEGAL NOTICE STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

Betty Jenkins, Administratrix Estate of Boyce Clayton Jenkins Colin P. McWhirter Attorney-at-Law 211 South Washington Street Shelby, N.C. 28151 704-480-9666 KMH (11/29, 12/06, 13 & 20/2023)

LEGAL NOTICE STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS Having qualified on 14th of November, 2023 as Administratrix of the Estate of RITA JANE PACE, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned, Amy Goforth, Administratrix on or before the 22nd of February, 2024, or this will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS Having qualified on 9th of November, 2023 as Administratrix of the Estate of MARTHA SMARR WILLIAMS, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned, Sylvia R. Williams, Administratrix on or before the 22nd of February, 2024, or this will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 22nd day of November, 2023.

Sylvia R. Williams, Administratrix Estate of Martha Smarr Williams 1308 Crestview Dr. Shelby, NC 28150 KMH (11/22, 29, 12/06 & 13/2023)

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS ESTATE OF STEVEN SCOTT COHEN FILE NO. 23-E-848 All persons, firms and corporations having claims against Steven Scott Cohen, deceased, of Cleveland County, N.C., are notified to exhibit the same to the undersigned on or before February 23, 2024 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of recovery. Debtors of the decedent are asked to make immediate payment.

This the 22nd day of November, 2023.

This the 22nd day of November, 2023.

Amy Goforth, Administratrix Estate of Rita Jane Pace 922 Elizabeth Rd Shelby, NC 28150

Shelly Dale Rulon, Administrator C/O Brady Cobin Law Group PLLC 4141 Parklake Avenue Ste 310 Raleigh, NC 27612.

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NOTICE OF ADMINISTRATRIX

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

This the 15th day of November, 2023.

Linda Gillespie Wortman Administratrix of the Estate of Stacey Wortman Shaver c/o A. Susan Biggers Deaton & Biggers, P.L.L.C. 402 East Graham Street Shelby, North Carolina 28150 KMH (11/15, 22, 29 & 12/06/2023)

Meeting will be held on Tuesday, January 9, at 6 p.m. in the Sparrow Springs Visitor Center, 522 Park Office Lane, Kings Mtn., NC. New members welcome – come join in the fun!

The meeting will include election of officers and board members, budget approval, Park updates, grant updates, events and trail work planning.

Please see //www.facebook.com/friendsofcrowders/ or www.friendsofcrowders. com.

Contact the Park Office at 704-853-5375.

Contact info. for Friends of Crowders Mountain, Inc: Scan the QR code or contact us for questions Email: friendsofcrowders@gmail.com Phone: 704-730-8295

LEGAL NOTICE STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS Having qualified on 7th of November, 2023 as Administrator of the Estate of MARGARET LEE GOLD CUMMINGS, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned, Mark Christopher Cummings, Administrator on or before the 15th of February, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 15th day of November, 2023.

Mark Christopher Cummings, Administrator Estate of Margaret Lee Gold Cummings 107 Three Oak Lane Kings Mountain, NC 28086 KMH (11/15, 22, 29 & 12/06/2023)

LEGAL NOTICE Having qualified on 27th of October 2023 as Administratrix of the Estate of Stacey Wortman Shaver (23 E 895), deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against said estate to present them, duly verified, to Linda Gillespie Wortman, Administratrix c/o A. Susan Biggers, Deaton & Biggers, P.L.L.C., 402 East Graham Street, Shelby, North Carolina 28150, on or before February 15, 2024, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said estate will please make immediate settlement with the undersigned.

heat index (90+) and weather(rain, snow, strong wind, lightning, storms) dependent.

Please see Facebook //www. facebook.com/friendsofcrowders/ or www.friendsofcrowders.com If questions, contact the park office at 704853-5375.

Friends of Crowders Mountain January meeting

ADMINISTRATOR’S NOTICE TO CREDITORS All persons, firms, or corporations having claims against BOYCE CLAYTON JENKINS, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, are notified to exhibit the same to the undersigned on or before 27th of February, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of recovery. All persons indebted to the said estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 29th day of November, 2023.

cember 16, 8:30 a.m.-noon.

SPARROW SPRINGS Visitor Center, 522 Park Office Lane, Kings Mountain, NC. Tools, snacks, and water will be provided. Dress appropriately for outdoor work and bring any necessary medications. Trail work days are

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS Having qualified on 30th of October, 2023 as Administrator of the Estate of ELIZABETH ANNE WINTER, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned, Michael B. Winter, Administrator on or before the 8th of February, 2024, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 8th day of November, 2023 Michael B. Winter, Administrator Estate of Elizabeth Anne Winter 1418 Cottage Cove Circle North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582 KMH (11/08,15, 22 & 29/2023)

LEGAL NOTICE STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK In the Matter of the Estate of: VERLEEN ROSS BLANTON, Deceased.

ADMINISTRATOR’S NOTICE Having qualified on the 17th day of November, 2023 as Administrator of the Estate Verleen Ross Blanton, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against the decedent to exhibit the same to the undersigned Administrator on or before the 1st day of March, 2024 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms and corporations indebted to the estate should make immediate payment.

This the 29th day of November, 2023.

Ian Blanton, Administrator 610 Landing Street Kings Mountain, NC 28086 C. Andrew Neisler, Jr. CLONINGER & NEISLER ATTYS P.O. Box 515, 300 E. King Street Kings Mountain, NC 28086 KMH (11/29, 12/6, 12/13 & 12/20/2023)

Wednesday, November 29, 2023

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Experiencing People ages 18-24 at higher risk for money scams suicidal thoughts?

Dial 988 The holiday season can be difficult and sometimes tough to deal with.

The Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office takes this opportunity to let our community know that if someone is struggling with suicidal thoughts, there are resources available to support them in making it out of that dark place.

Taking that first step to seek the support of people who have some understanding of what you are

experiencing is the most important one.

At any time, you can call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline by dialing 988 or text the Crisis Text Line by texting HOME to 741741 to reach a volunteer Crisis Counselor.

Please share with someone what you are experiencing. There is a way out, and people can help you find it. The world is a better place with you in it!

People ages 18-24 reported losing more money to scams than older age groups, according to a new report published by the BBB Institute for Marketplace Trust (BBB Institute), the International Association of Better Business Bureaus’ educational foundation.

The study highlights scam types, tactics, and trends based on data submitted to the BBB between January 1, 2022, and June 24, 2023.

Employment scams continue to be the riskiest for ages 18-24, making up almost 30% of scams reported by this age group. This scam type had the highest median dollar loss of all scam types reported by this age group ($1,819).

Riskiest scams for

18-24-year-olds: 1. Employment 2. Online purchase 3. Cryptocurrency 4. Rental 5. nvestment 6. Fake check/money order 7. Phishing 8. Romance 9. Advance fee loan 10. Credit repair/debt relief “It’s important that we spread awareness about employment scams, especially to younger people,” said BBB President/CEO Tom Bartholomy. “About 43% of employment scams reported by this age group included a mention of fake check scams.

Many reported being told to deposit checks into their ac-

Watch out for deer Fall in North Carolina brings cooler weather, colorful tree lines, and a safety hazard that is often overlooked.

As it gets darker earlier, it’s more difficult for drivers to see, and there is an increased risk of vehicles colliding with deer. November typically records the highest number of animal-related crashes. Staying safe on the road takes more than looking out for the deer.

"Make sure you are keeping up with the maintenance on your car. Things like your

windshield wipers, headlights, brakes, tires. Those are all preventative maintenance.

Measures that can aid in preventing an injury," Eastern Wake County Engineer Ben Lowry said.

Here’s another safety tip most people don’t consider.

“Be aware of the route you are driving; take note of any deer crossing signs that are posted or any deer hot spot areas," Lowry added. “Most importantly, if a deer crosses in front of your path while

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driving, don’t swerve; try to break and bring the vehicle to a stop.”

• Use high-beam headlights at night when there is no approaching traffic. The lights will illuminate the eyes of deer on or near the road.

If you see one deer, there are usually others as well.

• Know their most active

times. Deer like to move at dawn and dusk, so take extra

LEGAL NOTICE STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

EXECUTRIX NOTICE

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 3rd of November 2023 as Executrix of the Estate of Clifton Earl Morgan, Jr. (23 E 922) deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against said estate to present them, duly verified, to Carolyn Jean Morgan, c/o A. Susan Biggers, Deaton & Biggers, P.L.L.C., 402 East Graham Street, Shelby, North Carolina 28150, on or before February 15, 2024, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said estate will please make immediate settlement with the undersigned.

Having qualified on 4th of October, 2023 as Limited Personal Representative of the Estate of MARY P. ROGERS, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned, Brenton S. Begley, Limited Personal Representative on or before the 27th of February, 2024, or this will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 15th day of November, 2023.

Carolyn Jean Morgan Executrix of the Estate of Clifton Earl Morgan, Jr. c/o A. Susan Biggers Deaton & Biggers, P.L.L.C. 402 East Graham Street Shelby, North Carolina 28150 KMH (11/15, 22, 29 & 12/06/2023)

LEGAL NOTICE EXECUTRIX NOTICE Having qualified on 27th of October 2023 as Executrix of the Estate of Brenda D. Evans (23 E 646) deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against said estate to present them, duly verified, to Tina Michelle Carter, c/o A. Susan Biggers, Deaton & Biggers, P.L.L.C., 402 East Graham Street, Shelby, North Carolina 28150, on or before February 22, 2024, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said estate will please make immediate settlement with the undersigned.

This the 22nd day of November, 2023.

Tina Michelle Carter Executrix of the Estate of Brenda D. Evans c/o A. Susan Biggers Deaton & Biggers, P.L.L.C. 402 East Graham Street Shelby, North Carolina 28150 KMH (11/22, 29, 12/06 & 13/2023)

LEGAL NOTICE

This the 29th day of November, 2023.

Brenton S. Begley, Limited Personal Representative McINTYRE ELDER LAW Estate of Mary P. Rogers 233 E. Graham St. Shelby, NC 28150

counts and then transfer funds to a vendor to pay for training or office equipment. When they realized the check was bad, the money was gone.

We must ensure young people understand it takes time for checks to clear and to be sure they’re good.”

About 19% of employment scams from this age group mentioned schemes involving inspecting or reshipping packages.

Online purchase scams comprised 29.1% of all reports submitted by 18-24-year-olds, with 81.4% reporting a monetary loss.

Ages 18-24 were more likely to report being targeted by text messages or internet messaging than other age groups. The contact methods

with the highest likelihood of a monetary loss (susceptibility) included websites and social media. The contact methods with the highest reported median dollar loss were phone calls, text messages, and in-person.

This group reported a higher percentage of scams targeting them on Instagram and X (Twitter) than other age groups.

Ages 18-24 reported a higher percentage of scams via online payment systems and bank account debit. The payment methods for this age group with the highest median dollar loss were wire transfer ($2,150), check ($1,500), and cryptocurrency ($1,200).

precautions during these times.

• In wooded or farmland areas, particularly where deer crossing signs are posted, decrease your speed, and increase your distance from the vehicle in front of you.

• If you see a deer in the middle of the road, slow down and honk your horn to encourage the deer to move. If the deer remains in the road, turn on your hazard lights and wait for the deer to move.

• Don’t swerve to avoid striking a deer. It is better to hit the animal while keeping control of your vehicle than hitting another vehicle head-on or causing another

vehicle to lose control.

What to do if you hit a deer or animal on the road • Pull over to the side of the road. Put your hazard lights on and contact the police to report the incident.

• Stay away from the animal. If it is still alive, it could be in distress and dangerous.

Wait for the authorities to arrive.

• Document. Take photos of any damage to the vehicle and surroundings. They could be used to file an insurance claim.

LEGAL NOTICE STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS Having qualified on 14th of November, 2023 as Executor of the Estate of ROBERT ALLEN WHISNANT, JR., deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned, Robert Allen Whisnant, III, Executor on or before the 22nd of February, 2024, or this will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 22nd day of November, 2023.

Robert Allen Whisnant, III, Executor Estate of Robert Allen Whisnant, Jr. 137 Padgett St. Ellenboro, NC 28040 KMH (11/22, 29, 12/06 & 13/2023)

KMH (11/29, 12/06, 13 & 20/2023)

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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS Having qualified on 9th of October, 2023 as Executor of the Estate of TERESA JILL LINEBERGER, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned, Troy Allen Lineberger, Executor on or before the 15th of February, 2024, or this will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

This the 15th day of November, 2023.

Troy Allen Lineberger, Executor Estate of Teresa Jill Lineberger.

360 Woodrow Hoyle Road Casar, NC 28020 Counsel for the Estate McINTYRE ELDER LAW 233 E. Graham St. Shelby, NC 28150 KMH (11/15, 22, 29 & 12/06/2023)

LEGAL NOTICE STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

Having qualified as Administrator of the Estate of CLARICE E.S. OWENS of Cleveland County, North Carolina, the undersigned does hereby notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against the estate of said decedent to exhibit them to the undersigned on or before the 6th day of February, 2024 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to the said estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 8th day of November 2023.

Personal Representative: ALVIN KENNETH OWENS Attorney for the Estate and Personal Representative: Martha Wallace, Attorney KING LAW OFFICES, PC 410 N. Lafayette St. Shelby, NC 28150 KMH (11/08, 15, 22 &29/2023)

LEGAL NOTICE STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS Having qualified on 24th of October, 2023 as Co-Executrixes of the Estate of THOMAS LEE HOPPER, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned, Ruth Earlene Hopper, Co-Executrix and/ or Concetta L. Ager, Co-Executrix on or before the 8th of February, 2024, or this will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

NOTICE OF ADMINISTRATOR

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 15th of November, 2023 as Administrator of the Estate of Brent Lee Gipson (23 E 947), deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against said estate to present them, duly verified, to Brian Gipson, Administrator c/o A. Susan Biggers, Deaton & Biggers, P.L.L.C., 402 East Graham Street, Shelby, North Carolina 28150, on or before March 1, 2024, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said estate will please make immediate settlement with the undersigned.

Having qualified on 27th of September, 2023 as Administratrix of the Estate of JACK CLAYTON STEWART, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned, Louise Bray, Administratrix on or before the 8th of February, 2024, or this will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 29th day of November, 2023.

Louise Bray, Administratrix Estate of Jack Clayton Stewart 110 Farris Rd Kings Mountain, NC 28086

Ruth Earlene Hopper, Co-Executrix Estate of Thomas Lee Hopper 509 Christopher Rd Shelby, NC 28152 And/or Concetta L. Ager, Co-Executrix Estate of Thomas Lee Hopper 511 Christopher Rd Shelby, NC 28152

Counsel for the Estate McINTYRE ELDER LAW 233 E. Graham St. Shelby, NC 28150

Counsel for the Estate McINTYRE ELDER LAW 233 E. Graham St. Shelby, NC 28150

KMH (11/08, 15, 22 & 29/2023)

KMH (11/08,15, 22 & 29/2023)

Brian Gipson Administrator of the Estate of Brent Lee Gipson c/o A. Susan Biggers Deaton & Biggers, P.L.L.C. 402 East Graham Street Shelby, North Carolina 28150 KMH (11/29, 12/06, 13 & 20/2023)

This the 8th day of November, 2023.

This the 8th day of November, 2023.

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BUSINESS SERVICES ERIC MOBILE MECHANIC. I will come to you to repair any car, lawnmower or tractor.

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HANDYMAN SERVICES FOR 25 YEARS. Experienced in All Types of Work. Leaf removal, Ceiling fans installed, Mini blinds installed & Much More!

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COMMUNITY EVENTS AMISH BAKERY AND WOODCRAFT SATURDAY. Amish Donuts, Fried Pies, Woodworking such as cutting boards, charcuterie boards, lazy susans every Saturday from 9:00 am - 4:00 pm. 144 Iron Wheel Dr, Ellenboro NC. Amish owned, cash only. (828) 589-0250 sbmarketingwnc@ outlook.com

EXPERIENCED CAREGIVER WILL SIT with your loved one part-time. Husband had Alzheimer’s. Prefer no weekends.

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BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE ENGINEER. Business Intelligence Engineer (Bud Antle, Inc.; Bessemer City, NC): Participate in the delivery of value to internal and external business customers. 25% domestic travel. Telecommuting permitted. Resumes to: Maureen Brennan, HR, Bud Antle, Inc., 2959 Monterey-Salinas Hwy, Monterey, CA, 93940.

PART-TIME MINISTER OF MUSIC. Mount Vernon Baptist Church, Forest City NC is seeking a part-time Minister of Music. Send resume to mountvernonforestcity@ gmail.com or mail to 2676 Hudlow Rd. Forest City, NC 28043 (828) 286-9294 mountve rnonfor e stcit y@ g m ail. com PART TIME TRUCK DRIVER. PART TIME A OR B LICENSED TRUCK DRIVER. LOCAL DELIVERIES, HOME EVERY NIGHT. 24 FOOT TRUCKS. (828) 286-7871 DISPATCH.HARDINTRUCKING@GMAIL.COM ONE ON ONE CARE. Is currently hiring for 2nd shift in the Residential group homes, Rotating schedule, off every other weekend. As well as 2 first shift, one part time 21 hours per week, one 30 hours per week. If interested, see Shelley at 203 Lee St. Shelby, NC 28150.

FOR SALE

CLEVELAND VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT GIFTS. Visit www.FirefighterMall.com to see gifts featuring the Cleveland Volunteer Fire Department NC4Ever@USA.com

DEER CORN, NEW CROP. 50 Pound Bag-$11. 55 gallon drum $65 in your drum. Callahan Farms. Cletus: 704-300-5341; Steve: 704-472-8865; Todd: 704-692-1627

NEW CAR SHED LOWER PRICES! Single Car $288 Down from $89 month. Double $395 Down from $123.45 month. J Johnson Sales, 2690 221South, Forest City, NC (828) 245-5895

• Indian Head & Wheat Pennies • Nickels • Dimes • Quarters • Halves • Silver Dollars • American Silver Eagles • Silver Bars • Gold Bars & Coins • Mint & Proof Sets • Coin Supplies • U.S. & Confederate Notes • Christmas Silver Rounds & Bars “Buy, Sell & Trade!”

All Roads Lead To Jake’s Knives & Coins For Your Collectible Needs 1008 S. Lafayette St. Shelby, NC 704-600-6996 or 980-295-5568 FREE MILITARY GRADE TACTICAL FLASHLIGHT. Visit www.www.nc4ever.com/ free.html to watch a quick video showing the features of this Free! Military Grade Tactical Flashlight - Available while supplies last NC4Ever@USA.com SEASONED FIREWOOD. Truck load $70, pickup, $85 delivered. Bundle packs $4 ea.

704-435-3081 cell, or (704) 435-3970 VINTAGE HAND HEWN LOGS. Great condition. Excellent for exposed beams, mantels or small log cabin. Serious in inquiries only. (704) 4829354 SHELBY GIFTS. Visit www. nc4ever.com/shelby-gifts.html for the latest gift arrivals and be sure to look for your name NC4Ever@USA.com

EMPLOYMENT NEED FULLTIME LIVE IN DOMESTIC. My name is Bo Billings. I am a retired computer scientist. I am also a 1952 polio patient. Through hard work and determination I was able to live a grand life.. Was able to walk for the first 65 years of my life. Traveled around the world, worked for our military before became an emergency manager. Became a first responder after 911. But as in most sad stories, which this is not one, I have lost my ability to walk due to post-polio syndrome. After 51 years in Florida, I chose to move back to my home state.

Grew up in Winston-Salem.

Educated at Wingate college and it was on after that. There wasn’t a computer in the world that was safe from my playing. Now, I need help and I am willing to trade room-board for someone to care for me. As a friend of 51 years said, there has always been someone to care for my domestic needs.

You will be provided with high speed internet, computer if required or wanted, large room for personal use. If You have a question, ask. The only wrong question is the one not asked.

If you want to know who I am, www.bobillings.org will explain.

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FALL IS HERE Leaf Removal Service BNC Lawncare 704-526-6640

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REAL ESTATE BROKER SHARON LOGAN KELLY IS A LOCAL REALTOR/ BROKER WITH COLDWELL BANKER KING. IF YOU ARE LOOKING TO SELL YOUR HOME, SHE HAS THE EXPERTISE TO HELP WITH EVERY DETAIL TO MAKE SURE YOUR HOME IS MARKETED AND FINDS A BUYER. SHE CAN HELP BUYERS AS WELL. SHE COVERS ALL OF THE FOOTHILLS. GIVE HER A CALL! (979) 690-6781 SHARONLOVESHELPINGU@GMAIL.COM

AUCTIONS CONSIGNMENT AUCTION Onsite and Online. Sat. Dec 16th, 2023 @ 10 am. Preview: Friday, Dec 15th, 10 till 6 pm. Location: 145 Kirks Drive Hot Springs, NC 28743.

Partial Listing: Trailers, 4 Shipping Containers, Tractors, Trucks, Implements, Tools, Forklift, 2022 Forest River Aurora Camper, Lumber and much more! Taking Consignments Now! WWW. EJ-AUCTION.COM. Edward Johnson Auctioneers, Inc NC8134 NC8496 (828) 5939649

TRAILERS, LAWNMOWER TRAILERS, Flatbed Trailers, Enclosed Trailers, Horse and Cattle Trailers, Saddlery.

Check our prices and quality before you buy. Bridges Riding Equipment. Boiling Springs, NC. 704-434-6389, (704) 473-0867

WE’VE GOT THE KNIVES & COINS! *HOLIDAY SPECIAL - 1 OZ. SILVER BARS & ROUNDS $27.50 (While Supplies Last)* at Jake’s Knives & Coins located at 1008 S. Lafayette St., Shelby. Call 704-6006996 or (980) 295-5568 PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS with Scratch Pads! Press Room Printing. 704-482-2243.

(704) 538-5788 TRAILER-BUY-SELL-TRADE! “Must Have Title” J Johnson Sales, (828) 245-5895

HORSE QUALITY HAY FOR SALE. Call (704) 487-6855 MEN’S CRUISER NEW BICYCLE. $75. Men’s used cruiser bicycle $35. 828-782-7221.

LIKE NEW SLEEPER SOFA $700 obo. Like new - three year old sleeper sofa. Paid $1400 originally when purchased.

Queen bed has only been used once. Very comfortable and easy to clean. Pickup and cash only. (704) 477-5765

SHIPPING CRATE $35.00. I have wood shipping crates for sale with some lids. 3 different sizes. I can send pictures of them. (704) 300-1818 kim_hopper@bellsouth.net 2 BURIAL PLOTS FOR SALE. Cleveland Memorial Park, lot C-18, Section 8 at the Bell tower. $2,000 for both. (704) 4722854 (2) 500 LB JACK HAMMERS. For Skid Steer. Recharged 2 years ago. $2200. (704) 6168824

7 TON GOOSENECK 25 FOOT. Lay Flat Ramp “All Rubber Seal Lights” Tool Box & More! $12,900 OR No Credit Check Rent to Own. From $639 month. J Johnson Sales, 2690 221South, Forest City, NC (828) 245-5895 NEW 6X12 TRAILER “RENT TO OWN”. No Credit Check! $582 Down-$161 per month. Includes Tax & Title Fee. J Johnson Sales, 2690 221South, Forest City, NC. (828) 245-5895 TRAILERS, TRAILERS! DUMP TRAILERS, GOOSENECK, DECK OVER, EQUIPMENT, ALL PURPOSE TRAILERS, CAR HAULERS. Cash, Finance, Credit Cards, Rent to Own (No Credit Check) J Johnson Sales, 2690 221South, Forest City, NC (828) 245-5895 STEEL BUILDINGS (OPEN OR FULLY ENCLOSED) 14 on Display. 12’ Wide to 40 EVEN 60 Clear Span. “We do Grading, Gravel, Concrete” TURN KEY! J Johnson Sales, 2690 221South, Forest City, NC (828) 245-5895

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ESTATE & GARAGE SALE. Saturday, Dec. 2, 9:00-4:00 and Sunday, Dec. 3, 10:004:00. Antiques, Nascar collectibles, old model cars, Furniture, tools, small engine equipment, clothing, electronics, toys, Christmas decor, dishes, household items. This is a full house and garage filled with items that must go.

2003 Robyn Avenue, Shelby, NC 28152 ESTATE-MOVING YARD SALE. SATURDAY, DEC. 2, 7:00-1:00. ESTATE- MOVING- DOWNSIZING AFTER 35 YEARS, 3 GENERATIONS. WIDE VARIETY OF ITEMS. SOME ANTIQUES; OLD FARM TOOLS, LARGE WOMAN CLOTHING, SOME MEN’S CLOTHING. TOO MANY ITEMS TO LIST!!

1309 EARL ROAD, SHELBY, NC 28152

ONE 2TON ENGINE HOIST $75. Two 750 lb. Engine Stands $45 each. All 3 $150. Call: (704) 300-7912 CHEST FREEZER, 20 gauge shotgun, compound bow, holsters, scopes, hunting clothing. Call for prices. 828748-2027.

BRAND NEW WHIRLPOOL CHROME SHADOW WASHER. 4.5 cu ft. Front load on pedestal. Used 2 months. $700 firm. (wife wanted 5.0 cu ft machine). (704) 922-8614 BLACKHAWK LEFT HANDED HOLSTER $35. I have Blackhawk left handed Sherpa level 2 sportster holster, fits colt 1911 or anything like it with or without a rail. (704) 300-1818 kim_hopper@bellsouth.net

4 CEMETERY PLOTS CLEVELAND MEMORIAL. 4 Spaces in Cleveland Memorial Park, Section 8, Lot 95, Spaces 1,2,3,4. Spaces in the park currently sell for $1600-$1850 each. These 4 for $2250. The park charges $195 transfer fee. Call Bob at (336)345-3768. The park is at 1225 College Avenue in Shelby. (336) 345-3768 costner@ infionline.net

PRIDE JAZZY MOBILITY CHAIR. $495. 225 lb limit, good condition, charger, delivery and setup. (704) 951-4224 mobilityser vices07@gmail. com FOUR CEMETERY PLOTS. Located at Cleveland Memorial Park in Shelby, NC. All four plots are next to sidewalk at the Bell Tower “Great Location”. $1200 each or all four $4000. call (704) 466-8295 OVAL SHAPED OAK TABLE with 8 chairs. In good condition. $495. (828) 289-1817 CLEANING SUPPLIES. 10 x 20 storage unit full at Bradley’s. $500 for everything.

704-476-5320.

WOODEN FURNITURE FOR SALE. WOODEN FURNITURE: Gun Cabinet, Entertainment Cabinet and Desk.

Great Condition. LIKE NEW: Leather Sofa and Rocker/ Lounge Chairs. Call for more information: (704) 692-8845 GUNS! SKS 762X39 CALIBER, clip feed, by Combat Exchange $425. Also SKS, Norinco, magazine fed, new condition, $625. 828-2891817.

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2018 THOR MH Model 22FE. Can be seen at 1635 S. Dekalb St.-Apt. 604-Crown Ridge. Call 704-300-3578 for information.

SANTA IS WATCHING YOU! SANTA is watching YOU! Christmas color refrigerator magnet. Great gift for yourself and/or someone else. Magnet so there is no mess - use it year after year. Visit www.NC4Ever. com to see an image. NC4Ever@USA.com ONE WASHER, TWO DRYERS minimal repairs needed. $25ea. 2HP electric Air Compressor. $250. Stone walk-behind vibratory plate tamp. $190.

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Use caution when asking for autodial from a smart device Tell Alexa to play your favorite song. Ask Siri about the weather. Use Google Assistant to turn down the air conditioner.

But don’t ask your smart device to look up a phone number, because it could accidentally point you to a scam.

How the scam works. You need the phone number for a company, so you ask your home’s smart device, which might be Google Home, Siri, or Alexa, to find and dial it for you.

But when the company’s “representative” answers, you start to notice some red flags. This representative may insist they can only help you if you make a payment by wire transfer or prepaid debit cards. Other times, they demand remote access to your computer or point you to a scam website.

One recent victim reported to BBB Scam Tracker: “I used Siri to look up the United Airlines customer service line. Somehow, the call was connected to a different company … The agent pretended to be a United Airlines agent and said he could help me cancel my flight. The fee was $125. I was convinced it was United Airlines, but the next day I realized my mistake. They said they would refund my money,

but only after I threatened to call the police. I’m still waiting for a refund.” Read more about airline booking scams.

In another version of this scam, a consumer tried using voice search to contact Roku with a question about setting up their device. Instead, someone pretending to represent Roku charged them an $80 “activation fee” for a service that doesn’t exist.

In all versions of this scam, the “representative” isn’t from the company you were searching for at all.

Instead, scammers created a fake customer service number and bumped it to the top of the search results. These bad actors hope that when consumers do a voice search using Siri, Alexa, or another device, the algorithm will accidentally pick their scam number and an unsuspecting victim will contact them directly.

Tips to avoid this scam: • Be careful when searching for support phone numbers.

Rather than doing an online search or letting your smart device look up a number, use the contact information on the business’s website (always double-check the URL) on your bill, receipt, or in your confirmation

email.

• Beware of fake ads. Scammers create bad ads with fake customer service numbers. Using voice search to find a number can make it harder to tell a phony listing from a real one. Get your information from the official company website or official correspondence.

• Go straight to the source.

For example, if you need to get in touch with Amazon, use the Amazon mobile app or website. This goes whether you’re seeking customer service, tech support, or when looking to make changes to your account.

Visit the Message Center on • Amazon.com or on the official app to review authentic emails from Amazon. Remember that reputable companies like Amazon will never ask you to provide payment information for products or services over the phone.

• Make payments with your credit card. It’s easier to dispute a credit card payment. Paying by wire transfer or prepaid debit card is like using cash. There is almost nothing you can do to get the money back.

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FDA establishes Advisory Committee on Digital Health Technologies The U.S. Food and Drug Administration recently announced the creation of a new Digital Health Advisory Committee to help the agency explore the complex, scientific and technical issues related to digital health technologies (DHTs), such as artificial intelligence/machine learning (AI/ML), augmented reality, virtual reality, digital therapeutics, wearables, remote patient monitoring and software.

The Digital Health Advisory Committee will advise the FDA on issues related to DHTs, providing relevant expertise and perspective to help improve the agency’s understanding of the benefits, risks, and clinical outcomes associated with use of DHTs. The committee should be fully operational in 2024.

To support the development of safe and effective digital health technologies while also encouraging innovation, the FDA will solicit views from the committee, which will consist of individuals with technical and scientific expertise from diverse

disciplines and backgrounds.

This will help ensure digital health medical devices are designed and targeted to meet the needs of diverse populations.

“As one of our strategic priorities, our goal is to advance health equity in part through expanding access by bringing prevention, wellness, and healthcare to all people where they live – at home, at work, in big cities and rural communities,” said Jeff Shuren, M.D., J.D., director of the FDA’s Center for Devices and Radiological Health. “Digital health technologies are critical for achieving this transformation in care delivery. As digital health technologies advance, the FDA must capitalize on knowledge from inside and outside of the agency to help ensure we appropriately apply our regulatory authority in a way that protects patient health while continuing to support innovation.”

Digital health is a rapidly evolving, cross-cutting space that spans a wide range of technologies. In addition to

the technologies mentioned above, it also includes issues such as decentralized trials, patient-generated health data and cybersecurity.

“Technology moves at an incredible pace, and we’re excited to have a committee of experts throughout the field who can help ensure our regulation of these exciting tools maintains an appropriate pace while working within parameters of safety and effectiveness standards,” said Troy Tazbaz, director of the FDA’s Digital Health Center of Excellence. “Many of these technologies are novel and tend to rapidly change; it’s our duty to seek as much knowledge on them as possible as we determine and implement appropriate regulation to encourage innovation while protecting public health.”

The committee will consist of a core of nine voting members including the chair.

The number of temporary members selected for a particular meeting will depend on the meeting topic.

LEGAL NOTICE

LEGAL NOTICE

LEGAL NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 20th of November, 2023 as Executrix of the Estate of MARTHA V. GREENE, AKA; MARTHA VINESETT GREENE, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned, Carol G. Hoyle, Executrix on or before the 27th of February, 2024, or this will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

Having qualified on 7h of November, 2023 as Administratrix of the Estate of SUSAN ANDERSON BRIDGES, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned, Sherri Wilson, Administratrix on or before the 15th of February, 2024, or this will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

Having qualified on 30th of October, 2023 as Administratrix of the Estate of HELEN MELINDA GORDON HAYNES, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned, Shirley N. Currence, Administratrix on or before the 8th of February, 2024, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 29th day of November, 2023.

This the 15th day of November, 2023.

This the 8th day of November, 2023

Carol G. Hoyle, Executrix Estate of Martha V. Greene, aka; Martha Vinesett Greene PO Box 313 Lawndale, NC 28090

Sherri Wilson, Administratrix Estate of Susan Anderson Bridges 151 Fox Hunt Dr Mooresville, NC 28117

Shirley N. Currence, Administratrix Estate of Helen Melinda Gordon Haynes 509 Monroe Avenue Kings Mountain, NC 28086

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CLASSIFIEDS CONT’D FROM PAGE 6B

PETS & LIVESTOCK

PETS & LIVESTOCK

CARS & TRUCKS

FREE KITTENS To a good home. 2 males and 7 females are available. 704-562-0370.

REGISTERED TOY YORKSHIRE TERRIER FEMALE. Shots UTD, Microchipped, 2 years old, housebroken, $1800.

Text/call for pictures. 704-4668845.

PETS & LIVESTOCK

WANT TO BUY WANTED: OLD AND NEW AMMO. Reloading supplies.

Call 828-245-6756 or cell # 828-289-1488.

TOY & MINI AUSSIES. UTD on shots and worming. Blue eyes, paper & crate trained. 828-2896756.

WANT TO BUY CARS & TRUCKS. Trailers, Tractors, Farm Equipment. Must have ID and proof of ownership. Callahan’s Towing. (704) 692-1006 CASH FOR YOUR CAR. Running or not, title or no title. Call Charles Dellinger at Red Road Towing. 704-6926767, (704) 487-0228 WANT TO BUY. ATV’s, Pop-Up Campers and Small Travel Trailers. Call 828-429-3935.

REGISTERED SOUTH AFRICAN BOER BOEL MASTIFF PUPPIES. Shots, worming UTD. 8 wks old, Parents on premises. FaceTime available. $800. 704419-0852.

BOATS 1980 MASTER CRAFT STAR & Stripes. New motor, refurbished with trailer. Ready for the water. $8500. (704) 4722854

FARM & GARDEN

HOWSE 5’ DISC HARROW. 16 disc total, 3 pt. hitch, $850. 828447-7331.

PETS & LIVESTOCK

TOY POODLES, CKC REG. $1000 each. (828) 289-8844 DOODLE PUPPIES FOR SALE. 7 Weeks Old. Male & Female. Variety of Colors. Up to date shots & dewormer. Raised in home. Mom is Brittany & Father is Moyen Poodle. Call or text (704) 472-3676

FULL BLOODED MINI SCHNAUZER PUPPIES Beautiful Mini Schnauzers ready for Christmas. Serious inquires only. lpastore3@ yahoo.com

CKC GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES Ckc registered German Shepherd puppies.

Asking $300 each. Male and female. (704) 734-7088 joelovestina1@gmail.com

DOG KENNELS 5X10, 10X10, 10X20. Dog Houses, Tops for Kennels. “Delivery & Setup Available” J Johnson Sales 2690 221South, Forest City, NC (828) 245-5895

CARS & TRUCKS

CKC TOY POODLES. 2 CKC toy poodles, apricot and black males, ready to go $1000. (704) 426-7920 buttercupcreme@yahoo.com

2004 CHRYSLER SEBRING GREAT RUNNING, CLEAN CAR! 2004 Chrysler Sebring Touring Sedan. V6.

One owner. 115,000 miles.

Well maintained, regularly serviced. New tires. (704) 482-0062 ctnanney@yahoo.com

POODLE-CHIHUAHUA PUPPY MIX. Born August 28th. Female, vet checked, first shots, wormed. Chocolate & white rust coat. $250. 704-473-7820

2006 HONDA RIDGELINE 150,000 miles, Silver, $7000.

Also, 2015 Chieftain, Black, Lowered, 12,000 miles. $12,000. 704-300-9223.

BEAUTIFUL GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES Beautiful ckc German Shepherd puppies available. Parents are on site.

Text 704-431-7697 or 980-8886331 for details. batessherry37@gmail.com

2005 TOYOTA PRIUS Hybrid, 299,000 miles, Great Deal!, Bluetooth GPS, good condition, new battery pack. $4600 lv. msg. (704) 942-4788

FARRIER SERVICE SINCE 1990 Trims, hot/cold shoeing & corrective work at reasonable prices. Serving Upstate SC/NC. Long distance travel for multiple horses only.

Please text or leave voicemail for quicker response time.

(864) 431-5108 michellecrocker310@yahoo.com SELLING OUT. CONTURNIX QUAIL $5. Quail eggs $6 per doz. Bob Whites $8.00. Hatching Eggs. Chickens. Guineas $10. (704) 476-9943 jw28178@ gmail.com

CHIHUAHUA PUPPY. Ready now. $300. 704-466-6983.

AKC REGISTERED STANDARD POODLE PUPPIES. 5 Black, 2 Apricot, born 9/29/2023. Dewclaws removed, up to date on shots and de-wormed. Puppies will be ready 11/17/2023. $700.00 each. Call Amy. (704) 9749713

FOR RENT CLEVELAND COUNTY

2016 FORD FUSION. Burgundy, Automatic, 4 cylinder, A/C, Power Seats, Cruise, Alloy Wheels, Power Windows & Locks, 131,782 miles, $8495, (704) 482-0441

MOTORCYCLES & ATVS

LIONS SENIOR VILLAGE. Has 1 bedroom HUD subsidized apartments for low income seniors. Taking applications now.

Age 62 or older. Equal Housing Opportunity. 211 North Morgan Street, Shelby, NC (704) 4827723 (704) 482-7723 Lions@ RPMMANAGED.COM LAUREL HILL APARTMENTS LOCATED IN SHELBY NC. Is currently accepting applications for our 1, 2 and 3 bedroom waiting list. Rent is based on income (and some expenses are deducted). Please visit us today at Laurel Hill Apartments, 1526 Eaves Road, Shelby, NC or call for more information. Equal Housing Opportunity. (704) 487-1114 2&3 BEDROOM MOBILE HOMES. Nice and clean, water furnished. Oak Grove Community, Kings Mtn. Call or text, 704-739-0259.

2015 INDIAN CHIEF CLASSIC. 23K miles, leather saddlebags, arrowhead mirrors, cell phone charger & holder, heel gear shifter. $12,000. (704) 418-2393

REAL ESTATE GASTON COUNTY

FULL BLOODED BLUE HEELER. Vet checked, 1st shots given, Dewormed, 1st month flea/ tick/heartworm treatment given.

Males only are left. Call for pricing. (828) 429-0870 samanthafillersrn@gmail.com WANT TO BUY!!! Want to buy Teacup Shih Tzu or teacup Maltese. Call 828-748-2241.

BLOODHOUND, FREE TO GOOD HOME. Female Bloodhound, 1-1/2 to 2 yr. old. Have papers. Call 704-852-7397.

2018 TOYOTA COROLLA. 3537 MPG in the city and up to 45 Highway. Purchased and maintained at Burns Chevrolet in Gaffney, SC. Great car, the only reason we are selling is that we are moving out of state. Title in hand. 101,055 miles. Asking $12850.00. Call 720-290-1634. Thanks! (720) 290-1634 2000 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500 Z71. Almost new tires, new brakes, new motor, but needs to be tuned. Asking $8000. (828) 289-8844 2005 CADILLAC XLR 2 door convertible. $9000 obo. (704) 922-8614 2011 FORD FUSION SE, leather seats, aluminum wheels, sunroof, runs & drives good. $2900. (828) 287-3820

COMMERICAL STORAGE BUILDING. with loading dock.

3,866 sq ft., $4,000/month. 106 Gamble Loop Rd, Bessemer

CAROLINACLASSIFIEDS.COM City, NC 704-616-4287.

HICKORY CREEK APARTMENTS FOR SENIORS. (62 and older), disabled (50 and older). Shelby. Now taking applications for waiting list.

418 East Warren Street, Shelby. (704) 487-6354 MOVE IN SPECIAL. 2 & 3 Bedroom, deposit required. Weekly rates. Includes power and water. NO PETS. NO TEXTING. (704) 473-4299

RUTHERFORD COUNTY

FOR RENT CLEVELAND COUNTY 2 BEDROOM, 1 BATH HOUSE TRAILER FOR RENT. $550 per month, includes power & water. Boiling Springs / Mooresboro area. $300 deposit. Call Roger 704349-1528.

CABIN FOR RENT Secluded cabin in the Gilkey community. Appliances furnished with washer/dryer combination. No pets. Call (828) 437-6754 2 & 3 BEDROOM MOBILE HOMES. Small private park between Spindale and Forest City.

Starting at $700 per month.

828-382-0475.

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CROSSWORD PUZZLE

SUDOKU Fill in the blank squares so that each row, each column, and each 3 by 3 block contain all of the digits 1 thru 9 using logic.

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How an Incentive Trust Can Motivate Your Heirs Dear Savvy Senior, What can you tell me about creating an incentive trust? I have an adult son and daughter that are both financially inept. Before I die, I want to put some type of requirements in place that they will need to follow in order to receive their portion of my estate.

Frustrated Father Dear Frustrated, If you want to influence your heirs even after you’re gone, an incentive trust is definitely an option to consider, but be careful how you construct it because it can cause unintended, unfair consequences. Here’s how it works, along with some tips to help you create one.

Incentive Trusts Basics An incentive trust is an estate-planning tool designed to help encourage your heirs in a direction you desire when you’re no longer around.

With an incentive trust, some or all of your assets are passed to your trust when you die rather than directly to your heirs. Your trustee is empowered to distribute funds from the trust only if and when your beneficiaries do

whatever it is you have specified in the trust.

pay an attorney $2,500 to $5,000 to draft one.

For example, an incentive trust might encourage a beneficiary to graduate from college, enter a particular profession, get married or even have children. They could also reward beneficiaries who do charitable work or supplement the incomes of those who choose low paying, yet meaningful careers like teaching or social work. Or they could penalize beneficiaries who don’t work by cutting off or decreasing distributions or placing restrictions on heirs with addictions by requiring that payments go directly to rehab centers.

There are also legal limits on what you can do with an incentive trust. While state laws vary, incentive trusts that encourage a beneficiary to join or leave a particular religion, or leave a spouse or not marry at all, can be challenged in court and possibly struck down.

But be aware that these types of trusts can also have drawbacks. A poorly constructed incentive trust can have a high risk of unintended consequences.

For example, if your trust provides a financial incentive for your children to be employed full-time, but one of them gets sick or seriously injured in a car accident and can’t work, they would be punished unfairly.

You also need to know that incentive trusts aren’t cheap. You can expect to

How to Create One To create a solid incentive trust that accomplishes what you envision, you need to hire an estate-planning attorney who will include precise instructions that clearly spells out your wishes. You’ll also want to include language granting your trustee the right to use his or her discretion and that the trustee’s decisions should be final and binding.

This allows your trustee to make common sense rulings, which will reduce or eliminate the chances of unintended and unfair consequences. It also makes it very difficult for beneficiaries to successfully challenge the trust or trustee in court. When a trust grants final decision-making authority to its trustee, it

becomes almost impossible for beneficiaries to successfully argue that this trustee is not correctly implementing the trust’s terms.

The key is to select a trustee who’s smart enough to interpret your intent and has sufficient backbone to stand up to beneficiaries when necessary.

You also need to select a successor trustee too if your first choice can no longer serve. Fees paid to a trustee vary widely depending on the state’s fee schedules, the size and complexity of the trust, and conditions laid out in the trust.

To find an experienced attorney in your area to help you create an incentive trust, see the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (naela.org) and the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel (actec.org).

Send your senior questions to: Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070, or visit SavvySenior.org. Jim Miller is a contributor to the NBC Today show and author of “The Savvy Senior” book.