HORD’S CONTAINER SERVICE (704) 466-6008 Volume 135 • Issue 50
Wednesday, December 15, 2021
Court delays Primary Elections T h e N o r t h Carolina Supreme Court has ruled that all state Primary elections CLIFTON must be PHILBECK delayed Director f r o m of Elections March 8, 2022, to May 17, 2022, for all offices, including legislative seats and seats in the US TIM MOORE House and House Speaker Senate. The ruling also includes the Kings Mountain city election. Last Wednesday’s de-
cision by the state court comes after a state Court of Appeals panel initially blocked filing for legislative and Congressional candidates, only to have the decision reversed by the full intermediate-level Appeals Court Dec. 8. Clifton Philbeck, Elections Director for the Cleveland County Board of Elections, said that’’ for those candidates whose filing has already been accepted by the board that candidates will be deemed to have filed for the same office in the May Primary subject to their ability to withdraw in the new filing period once the filing period is established and subject to any court ruling that would impact the candidate’s’ eligibility.” Cleveland County NC See ELECTIONS, Page 5A
Expanded Catawba Two Kings Casino pre-launch facility opens Dec. 15 500 additional gaming machines An expanded pre-launch facility with an additional 500 gaming machines, including electronic table games offering blackjack, roulette, craps, and baccarat, is anticipated to open Dec. 15 at the Catawba Two Kings Casino in Kings Mountain. With the completed expansion, the temporary casino now features 1,000 gaming machines. They include 954 traditional slot machines and 46 positions at four automated electronic table game pods in a stadium setup. “Our patrons will soon be able to play their favorite table games such as black-
jack, roulette, craps, and baccarat right here at Catawba Two Kings Casino – all from the comfort of one seat,” said Mike Ulizio, president of the Catawba Nation Gaming Authority. “The electronic table games are a great addition as we provide more gaming opportunities at a convenient location for people across the Charlotte region.” The electronic table games feature an easy-touse interface that delivers a classic table games experience that experienced players will love and that lets beginners learn in a non-intimidating environment. Among the features: • Craps offers all traditional bets and proposition See CASINO, Page 5A
Home for Christmas celebration continues this weekend Hours extended for December 18 It’s time to ring in the holiday season, and this year there’s no better place to celebrate than in Downtown Kings Mountain with its month-long celebration featuring amazing Christ-
mas lights, interactive experiences, and free festive fun for the entire family. Make plans to gather downtown for an evening with, Christmas lights, Victorian Carolers, Interactive Characters, Train Rides and See CHRISTMAS, Page 3A
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Keyboards at Christmas A seasonal favorite returns this Sunday The Christmas season beautifully lifts our spirits with cantatas and carol singing. But one area tradition draws our attention to the simple beauty of instrumental celebration. This Sunday, December 19, Keyboards at Christmas will take to the stage of First Baptist Church in Kings Mountain in two performances. The ninety-minute presentation combines the lilting sounds of five grand pianos with additional keyboards, handbells and percussion. Six keyboard artists carry the program: Mrs. Traci Aderholt, Mrs. Heather Bundon, Dr. Jonathan Bundon, Mrs. Bethany Keller, Mr. Michael Sisk and Mrs. Sherry Thomas, with additional percussion and hand-
KEYBOARDS AT CHRISTMAS will be presented in two performances on Sunday, December 19th at 3:00 and 6:00 PM, at First Baptist Church, Kings Mountain. Doors open 30 minutes Photo by Reg Alexander early. There is no admission charge. bells provided by various church members. Dr. Bundon, Worship Pastor of First Baptist Church, says that this is the ninth year that Keyboards at Christmas has been presented in the area. He ex-
plains that undertaking such a program is quite a labor of love. “We begin practice and preparation five or six months out — it can take quite a while to collect the music as there are so few sources for multiple piano
arrangements. There is much individual practice and we begin meeting together for group practice about two months before the concert.” Most of the keyboard See KEYBOARDS, Page 5A
Lt. McDougal retires December 15 On November 30, Lieutenant Todd McDougal was awarded his service weapon and badge for 17 years of service to Kings Mountain Police Department, after service to other law enforcement agencies. He retires from KMPD on December 15. He began his employment with the Kings Mountain Police Department in 2005 as a Patrol Officer. He was promoted to Corporal in the Detective Division in November of 2007. He was then promoted to Sergeant in the Patrol Division in March of 2014. In October of 2016, he transferred back to the Detective Division. In January of 2018, he was promoted to Lieutenant and has been serving in that capacity since. As a Lieutenant, Todd was a dedicated public servant having conducted
himself in a professional manner, earning the respect of those with whom he served, and those he was entrusted to serve, contributing to the betterment of his department and the community. McDougal began his career serving others in 1985 as a Paratrooper and Infantry Fire Team Leader for the 82nd Airborne Division for three years. From 1991 to 1998, he served as Captain for a private security contractor with the company police, Action Security. He joined the Gaston County Sheriff’s Office as a Deputy Sheriff from 2000 to 2003. He served as Lieutenant and Field Training Supervisor with the Metro Special Police from 2003 to 2005. KMPD Chief Lisa Proctor said of McDougal, “Lt. McDougal is an outstanding See MCDOUGAL, Page 5A
Lt. Todd McDougal was awarded his badge and service weapon for his years of service to the community. Photo by Christy Conner
Ray Scott to perform at the American Legion on January 7 Sons of the Legion at Kings Mountain American Legion Post 155 welcomes international recording artist Ray Scott on January 7 for an intimate acoustic music experience. The event begins at 6:30 pm. The Dustin Cole Project will open the performance and Ray Scott takes the stage at 7:30 pm. Tickets are on sale now for $20 each, and capacity is limited. To reserve your tickets, call 704-674-6353 or message the American Legion Post 155 directly on Facebook. Tickets are Cash Only and will be available for pick up at will call the night of the event. Doors open at 5:00 pm the night of the event.
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