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Wednesday, November 8, 2023
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KMLT presents “An KMHS Girls 3A NCHSSA Volleyball State Champs! Enchanted Bookshop November 10 and 11 Kings Mountain Little Theatre, Inc. will present “An Enchanted Bookshop Christmas” directed by Amy Hardin on November 10 and 11 at 7:30 PM and Sunday, November 12 at 3:00 PM. Performances are at the Joy Theatre, 202 S. Railroad Avenue, Kings Mountain. All tickets are $10. Online ticket sales: www.kmlt.org Reservations: 704-7309408 tickets@kmlt.org Miss Margie, the scatterbrained owner of the shop, has two very special guests her sister Ellen and book-loving niece Annabelle. Ellen was recently laid off, however, when
high-tech billionaire Philip Brantley stops in at the shop and Margie convinces him to hire Ellen for his new space project. Margie has a brainstorm to wrap the bookmark that Philip wrote his phone number on and give it to Ellen as a Christmas present. After all, what could possibly go wrong? Ha! When the present disappears, it’s up to our cometo-life book characters to See KMLT, Page 7A
Murphrey’s Toy Run set for Nov. 18 Murphrey’s 29th annual toy run for benefit of Shriner’s Burn Center and Oxford Orphanage, Masonic Home for Children, Cleveland County Sheriff’s office and KM Police Department will be held Saturday, Nov. 18. Rain date is Sunday, Nov. 19. Motorcylists meet at 11 a.m. and leave the Scooter Shed at 12 noon, with police escort at noon at 114 Camelot Court, off Phifer Road in Kings Mountain. Goal of the toy run is $5 and a new toy per per-
son and after the ride free barbecue will be served. Directions from Shelby: 74 East, turn right on Bethlehem Rd. Go about 5 miles (pass fire department on th left). Turn left on Phifer Rd. First rd. to left is Camelot Court, where Murphey’s is located. Directions from Gastonia: I-85 exit 5. Go to 2nd stoplight. Left on Phifer Rd. Murphey’s is on the right. For more information call 704-739-4707 or 704477-5762.
2023 KMHS GIRLS 3A NCHSSA VOLLEYBALL STATE CHAMPIONS holding the banner after the match. See story and more photos on page 1B. (Photo by KM High School)
Kings Mountain Little Theater receives a grant of $285,000 from Speaker Tim Moore and Senator Ted Alexander. KMLT President Mary Grace Keller is holding the check with Jim Champion as the Board of Directors looks on. (Photo by Ellis Noell)
BIG news for KMLT and renovation project Speaker Tim Moore and Senator Ted Alexander presented KMLT President Mary Grace Keller and the KMLT Board of Directors with a “big check” representing a North Carolina State grant of $285,000 for this fiscal year. In remarks before the presentation, Senator Alexander applauded KMLT for providing “family-friendly” programming, being a fis-
cally sound business, and being a leader in downtown revitalization. Speaker Moore echoed these comments and added his pride in KMLT’s successful efforts to keep our area’s Revolutionary War history alive with its “Liberty Mountain, the Revolutionary Drama” play by Robert Inman. KMLT just completed a very successful 8th season in October.
The drama depicts the dramatic events leading to the October 7, 1780, Battle of Kings Mountain. It brings to life the story of these Carolina Backcountry patriots, who, with their victory, helped secure our nation's liberty. The indoor drama features full theater action, music, epic battles, & special effects. Speaker Moore also praised KMLT leadership,
Lead benefactors Gilbert and Jancy Patrick, Architect Ken Pflieger, and General Contractor Foothills Historic Conservation for keeping and featuring the art deco elements of the Joy. Kings Mountain Little Theatre, Inc. is a volunteer-based, 501c3 tax-exempt community theater. It owns and operates the Joy Performance Center and See KMLT, Page 2A
23rd annual Jingle Bell Rockin’ Run 5k Run/Walk December 2 Kings Mountain Family YMCA’s 23rd annual community Jingle Bell Rockin’ Run 5k Run/Walk will be held on Saturday, December 2. The 5K begins at 9 a.m. on Dec 2nd. There will also be a Kids Fun Run beginning at 9:45 a.m. Packet pick-up is between 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. on Friday, Dec 1, or between 8 a.m. and 8:45 a.m. the morning of the race. Both the race and Packet pick-up will take place at First Baptist Church located at 605 W King Street
in Kings Mountain, NC 28086. All runners, walkers, strollers, and pets (on a leash) are welcome at this great annual family-friendly race. To register, visit https:// runsignup.com/km-jinglebell For the best price and a guaranteed hoodie, register before November 23. The hoodies are not guaranteed after this date. So, register now. All proceeds from this family-friendly event go to your YMCA’s financial assistance and scholarships programs. Your support helps kids and families in our community.
On Friday, November 3, at 11 a.m., KM Forward held a ribbon cutting for Patriot Jack’s Outfitters at 832 King Street in Kings Mountain. KM Forward shared, “Thank you to everyone that came out to Patriot Jack’s ribbon cutting! Congratulations to the new owners! May your business grow and bring you prosperity!”
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