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North School opening in August
Schools made progress in 2017
KMEC CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS –This photograph was taken in December 2017 and shows that the plant off Dixon School Road is now 90 percent complete and the progress within the last year. Two more photographs are on page 3 and note the construction status in January 2017 to compare with this photograph taken in January 2017 provided by Jim Medford of NTE. See more photos on page 3A.
Commercial operations start in July
T h e new North Shelby School located on the campus with J a m e s Love ElMILLER ementary Chairman is scheduled to open in August of 2018 and was one of the major projects of Cleveland County Schools in old year 2017. Shearra Miller of Kings Mountain, who served as chairman of Kings Mountain District Schools board
four years b e f o r e merger of the school system and the newly-elected chairman of the HOOKER c o u n ty Vice-Chairman school board, said “We’re excited that this special purpose school designed for students with significant physical or cognitive disabilities is almost ready to welcome students. Miller said the co-location of North Shelby and James Love schools
will allow for innovative approaches of the inclusion of students with disabilities. Mrs. Miller was elected chairman of the board and Richard Hooker was elected vice-chairman at a recent meeting of the school board. During the 2017-18 school year students in grades 10 and 11 were provided with a Chrome Book to enhance their digital learning opportunities. “We’re looking forward to providing every high school student with a digital device during the 2018-19 school year,’’ she added. See SCHOOLS, Page 7A
KMEC is 90% complete Services Monday honor
Kings Mountain Energy Center (KMEC) is currently scheduled to start commercial operations this coming July and begin providing power to the City of Kings Mountain on Jan. 1, 2019. Jim Medford, Project
Development, said that construction is now approximately 90 percent complete as of Dec. 31, 2017. Medford said that over the next seven months the primary focus will be on startup/commissioning of
the plant’s systems. ‘’Construction of the NTE Energy’s Kings Mountain Energy Center, a 475 MW combined cycle electric generating plant, made great progress during 2017,’’ said Medford.
6 days into New Year 3 fatalities in KM area Six days into New Year 2018 three people from K i n g s Mountain have died in vehicle MARTIN accidents. A 35year old mother, Brandy Ramsey Helms, and her 10-yearold daughHELMS ter, Makala Martin were killed Saturday, Jan. 6 at 5:15 p.m. in a two-vehicle crash at the intersection of Highway 216, (S. Battleground Road, Kings Mountain) and Bethlehem Road. Two days into the new year Hank Fender, 24, of Kings Mountain, died from injuries sustained in a one-vehicle wreck on Oak Grove Road. On Jan. 2 about 6:40 p.m. Fender was driving a Ford Mustang, veered off the Oak Grove road, hit a ditch and a tree. He died of his inju-
ries at CaroMont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia. He and his wife, Jenna, have a 1 ½ year old son and are also expecting another child. He was a 2012 graduate of Kings Mountain High School and attended Cleveland Community College. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Eugene Fender of Kings Mountain. “That’s three fatalities in 2018 in Cleveland County,’’ said Trooper J.E. Dowdle. According to First Sgt. J.E. Dowdle of the N. C. Highway Patrol, a 2009 Volkswagen Jetta operated by Julia Poole, 18, of Rock Hill, SC, stopped at the stop sign at the intersection of Bethlehem Road and Highway 216 and pulled into the path of the 2003 Honda operated by Brandy Ramsey Helms. Brandy Campbell and two children were passengers in the Helms vehicle and were treated for injuries. Two passengers in the Poole vehicle were not injured. Poole has been charged with two counts of misdemeanor death by vehicle and failure to yield right-of-way. Makala Martin, 10, was a student at East Elementary School in Kings Mountain. She was the daughter of Jeffrey Scott and Brandy Ramsey Martin of Kings Mountain. In addition to her
father, Mikala is survived by her sisters, Kami Martin of Kings Mountain and Taylor Painter of Grover; her uncle Ricky Ramsey of Lenoir; and her grandfather, Terry Lee Stamey. Brandy Ramsey Helms is survived by her husband, Richard Helms of Gastonia; her brother, Ricky Ramsey Jr. of Lenoir and her daughter, Taylor Painter. A double memorial service will be held Wednesday, January 10, 2018 at 5 p.m. at Ollie Harris Memorial Chapel at Harris Funeral Home. Rev. J. R. Robbins will officiate the service. Visitation is from 3-5 p.m. at Harris Funeral Home prior to the service. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Brandy Helms memorial fund, in care of Harris Funeral Home, PO Box 639, Kings Mountain, NC 28086 and also to Makala Martin memorial fund, in care of Harris Funeral Home, PO Box 639, Kings Mountain, NC 28086. GoFundMe page has been set up to help with the cost of the funeral of Hank Fender. The Celebration of Life service for Mr. Fender was held at 5 p.m. on Jan. 6, 2018 in the Chapel of Cecil M. Burton Funeral Home and Crematory in Shelby.
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Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Three events are planned Monday in celebration of the legacy of service of the late Civil Rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The 2018 annual breakfast sponsored by Bynum Chapel AME Zion Church will be held at 8 a.m. at the Bynum Chapel Family Life Center, 310 Ellis Street. Breakfast is a $5 donation from adults and free to K-12 grades. Rev. William Thompson, pastor of St. Peter Baptist Church, Grover, will make the address. Bynum Chapel Pastor the Rev. Dr. Vernon F. Stinson Sr. invites everyone to attend. The City of Kings Mountain-sponsored event
will be held at 6 p.m. at Joy Performance Center in downtown Kings Mountain. An inspirational evening of song, worship and dance is planned. Rev. G. M. Floyd, pastor of Vestibule AME Zion Church of Kings Mountain, will be keynote speaker. In Shelby, the Cleveland County Branch NAACP will host a service at 12 noon Monday at Malcolm Brown Auditorium
at Shelby High School. Rev. Jarett Fite, pastor of New Mount Olivet AME Zion Church of Rock Hill, SC will be guest speaker. All students/youth attending are asked to wear their school colors or their church colors. A Cleveland County Unity Walk will also be held on Monday and sponsored by the Cleveland County Branch NAACP. Marchers will meet at the Courthouse parking lot in uptown Shelby and release 100 balloons in honor of Dr. King’s birthday. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was born Jan. 15, 1929 and was assassinated April 4, 1968.
Maude McCarter honored on her 103rd birthday Maude Owens McCarter, 103 on Jan. 2, native of Kings Mountain, was presented a proclamation from Mayor Scott Neisler and a key to the city. She blew out a candle on her birthday cake at her party at the Patrick Senior Center.. “I have had a cherished and happy life,’’ she said. Maude and Kelly McCarter were the proud parents of two daughters, four grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Mrs. McCarter worked in the textile industry at Lambeth Rope Corporation and she and her friend Ruth Beam and the McCarter daughters traveled to Hawaii and Italy, among other places. She became active in the Kings Mountain Senior Center when meetings were held at The Depot and as-
Mayor Scott Neisler presents Maude McCarter a key to the city and a proclamation on her 103rd birthday January 2. sisted in the planning of the first annual Christmas party which is a tradition. She continues to participate in activities at the Patrick Senior Center with her daughter, Kay Carlisle, with whom she resides.
The mayor declared Tuesday, Jan. 2, 2018 as Maude McCarter Day in Kings Mountain and offered congratulations to her as he presented her the key to the city and a framed proclamation.
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KINGS MOUNTAIN Margie Grace Maples Stewart, 81, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on January 8, 2018 at CaroMont Health, Gastonia, NC. Born in Sevier County, TN, she was the daughter of the late Thomas Lawson Maples and Nancy Jane Hedrick Maples. She was preceded in death by her husband of 58 years Ralph Stewart, a daughter, Kathy Stewart Brown, two brothers and three sisters. Margie was a member of Dixon Presbyterian Church, Kings Mountain, NC and retired from the textile industry. She was a loving wife, mother, sister, and friend. She is survived by her daughter, Beverly Stewart Berry and husband Tommy, Kings Mountain, NC; brother, Carl Maples and wife, Georgia, Jefferson City, TN; sister, Ruth Parker, Houston, TX; sisterin-law Lib Stewart, brother-in-law Gary Stewart and wife, Mary Jo, and sister-inlaw, Linda O’Shields and husband, David, all of Kings Mountain; four grandchildren: Beth, Chris, Ryan and Lacie, all of Alabama, and two great-grandchildren, Madison and Daniel. The funeral service will be conducted Thursday, Jan. 11, 2018 at 2 p.m. at Dixon Presbyterian Church, Kings Mountain. Rev. Randy Patterson will officiate the service. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service in the church fellowship hall. Interment will be in Mountain Rest Cemetery, Kings Mountain. Memorials may be made to Dixon Presbyterian Church, 602 Dixon School Road, Kings Mountain, NC 28086. A guest register is available at www.HarrisFunerals.com Harris Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kings Mountain, NC, is in charge of arrangements.
Brandy Nicole Helms KINGS MOUNTAIN Brandy Nicole Helms, 35 of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on January 6, 2018 due to injuries sustained in an automobile accident along with her daughter Makala Martin. in Kings Mountain, NC. Born in Cleveland County, NC, she was daughter of the late Ricky Dean and Frieda (Gillespie) Ramsey. The memorial service will be conducted Wednesday, Jan. 10, 2018 at 5 p.m. at Ollie Harris Memorial Chapel in Kings Mountain with Pastor J. R. Robbins officiating the service. Visitation is from 3-5 p.m. prior to the service at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Brandy Helms memorial fund, in care of Harris Funeral Home, PO Box 639, Kings Mountain, NC 28086. A guest register is available at www.HarrisFunerals.com Harris Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kings Mountain, NC, is in charge of arrangements.
Diane Rooney
Dedicated homemaker KINGS MOUNTAIN - Diane Rivers Chapman Rooney, 84, died Monday, December 11, 2017, at Cleveland Regional Medical Center, Shelby, NC. Born November 19, 1933 in Hartford, CT to Leon Wade Chapman and Doris Melanie Wilson, she was predeceased by both parents and sisters, Melanie Gartrell and Carol Young. She is survived by her husband, John Rooney of Kings Mountain, NC, daughter, Pamela Rooney Holiman (Gregg) of Concord, NC, grandchildren, Matthew and Kelsey Holiman, and son, Steven Rooney of Brooklyn, NY. She is also survived by her sister-in-law, Karen Rooney Theriault of Brewster, NY, and numerous nieces and nephews. Diane was a dedicated homemaker who enjoyed raising her children and grandchildren, and actively participating in sports, most notably tennis and paddle tennis, and various local social clubs and civic organizations where she enjoyed meeting and being with friends. Services were held at Shelby Presbyterian Church, 226 E. Graham Street, Shelby, NC on Friday, January 5, 2018 at 2 p.m. Interment will be private at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please make any donations to an organization of your choice serving active or retired military personnel. Online condolences may be made at www.cecilmburtonfuneralhome.com. Cecil M. Burton Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the family of Mrs. Rooney.
Tommy Dean Camp KINGS MOUNTAIN - Tommy Dean Camp, 54, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on January 2, 2018 at Caromont Regional Medical Center, Gastonia, NC. Born in Cleveland County, he was the son of Linda Butler Caldwell of Gastonia and the late Maynard Camp. Private memorial services will be held at a later date. A guest register is available at www.HarrisFunerals.com Harris Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kings Mountain, NC, was in charge of arrangements.
Charles “Shorty” Ledford KINGS MOUNTAIN Charles “Shorty” Ledford, 78, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on January 4, 2018 at Carolinas Healthcare System, Cleveland in Shelby, NC. Born in Cleveland County, NC, he was the Son of the late Floyd and Mattie (Proctor) Ledford. Claude was a veteran of the United States Air Force. The memorial service was conducted Sunday, January 7, 2018 at the Ollie Harris Memorial Chapel at Harris Funeral Home in Kings Mountain, NC. A guest register is available at www.HarrisFunerals.com Harris Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kings Mountain, NC, was in charge of arrangements.
KINGS MOUNTAIN - Makala Danielle Martin, 10, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on January 6, 2018 due to injuries sustained in an automobile accident along with her mother Brandy at Kings Mountain, NC. Born in Gaston County, NC, she was daughter of Jeffery Scott and Brandy (Ramsey) Martin of Kings Mountain. Makala was a student at East Elementary School. The memorial service will be conducted Wednesday, Jan. 10, 2018 at 5 p.m. at Ollie Harris Memorial Chapel at Harris Funeral Home in Kings Mountain. Pastor J.R. Robbins will officiate the service. Visitation will be from 3-5 p.m. prior to the memorial service at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers memorials may be sent to Makala Martin Memorial Fund, in care of Harris Funeral Home, PO Box 639, Kings Mountain, NC 28086. A guest register is available at www.HarrisFuneralHome in Kings Mountain, NC. Harris Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kings Mountain, NC, is in charge of arrangements.
Ronald Curtis “Curt” Ruppe KINGS MOUNTAIN Ronald Curtis “Curt” Ruppe, 65, of Kings Mountain, NC, died January 5, 2018 at Caromont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia, NC. Born in Cherokee, County SC, he was the son of the late Aileen Ramsey. The funeral service was conducted Tuesday, January 9, 2018 at Ollie Harris Memorial Chapel at Harris Funeral Home in Kings Mountain. Visitation was from 1-2 p.m. prior to the service at Harris Funeral Home. Interment was in Mountain Rest Cemetery, Kings Mountain. A guest register is available at www.HarrisFunerals. com Harris Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kings Mountain, NC, was in charge of arrangements.
Relay for Life Team Project Feb. 17 The Relay for Life team of Boyce Memorial Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church is sponsoring a special opportunity for families to have portraits made. Families may purchase a coupon for $9.95 which entitles them to a portrait sitting of either the whole family or just the children of the family. The Family coupon gives the family one framed 10x13 canvas texture print. The Child/ Children coupon gives the family a 10x13 canvas texture print, 2 8x10’s, 2 5x7’s and 16 wallets of one pose. Families may choose to purchase other photos from the sitting. Families may purchase only one coupon. Portraits will be scheduled for Saturday, February 17 at Boyce Memorial ARP Church, 111 Edgemont Drive, Kings Mountain. Interested families may contact the church office, 704-7394917 to purchase coupons.
Two people arrested; three suspects at large Two people have been arrested by the Cleveland County Sheriff’s Department in alleged drug charges and investigating officers have outstanding warrants on three others. Sheriff Alan Norman said, “In Cleveland County, drug investigations are a huge priority for the Sheriff’s Office. When we arrest drug dealers, there is a trickle-down effect where the commission of related crimes is slowed. The best defense against drug dealers is a good offense. Our citizens need to know that we are taking the fight to the drug dealers every single day. Citizens can help in this fight by calling 704-484-4987 and providing information on drug dealers in their neighbor-
RICKY DELLINGER KEVIN SCOTT COOK DALE ROY BOOTH session with intent to sell/dehood.” Week of Jan. 1 Arrests liver methamphetamine/sell/ Ricky Deon Dellinger, 29, deliver methamphetamine 902 Hatchett Road, LincolnTommy Weaver Smith, ton, possession methamphet- 45, 502 South 12th St., Besseamine, $35,000 secured bond. mer City, possession with inKevin Scott Cook, 43, tent to sell/deliver alprazolam 388 Hilltop Road, LincolnTony Wendell Bullock, ton, possession methamphet49, 318 Baxter Cemetery amine, $5,000 secured bond. Road, Forest City, possesWeek of Jan. 1 wanted sion with intent to sell/deliver persons Dale Ray Booth, 42, 617 methamphetamine, sell/dePolkville Road, Shelby, pos- liver methamphetamine
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ARRESTS DEC. 29: Angel Sanchez Rodriguez, 19, 104 Brayton Lane, assault on female, resist, delay, obstruct, no bond. DEC. 30: Virgil Cameron Crump, 27, 106 Holiday Inn Drive, larceny, possession stolen goods, $500 secured bond. DEC. 30: Antonius Devonta Baxter, 23, Gastonia, possession with intent to manufacture, sell, and deliver marijuana, felony; possession marijuana paraphernalia, $5000 secured bond. He was also issued citation for expired tag. DEC. 30: Eric Keith Stamey, 37, 413 Pineview Dr., assault on a female, transported to Cleveland County magistrate for bond hearing. JAN. 1: Jonathan Gary Oliver, 43, 309 W. Gold St., communicating threats, criminal summons. JAN. 7: Rocky Lee Walker, 25, Grover, driving while license revoked, fictitious registration. CITATIONS DEC. 29: Kenneth Wayne Ledford, 41, Gastonia, parking vehicle in a fire lane at Walmart, no liability insurance. DEC. 29: David Richard-Glenn Price, 36, Lincolnton, revoked driver’s license, expired tag. DEC. 30: Alexis Sierra Eason, 19, Bessemer City, revoked driver’s license, failure to turn on lights on car. DEC. 30: Zachary David Wallace, 35, 717 Canterbury Road, expired tag, no current vehicle inspection. DEC. 31: Christopher Rivera, 24, York, SC, driving vehicle carelessly, failure to heed police siren. DEC. 31: Diamond Champaign Hodge, 21, Shelby, speeding. DEC. 31: Gordon Ryan
Anthony, 27, Bessemer City, open container, revoked driver’s license. JAN.1: Louisa Sorrells Kirkland, 49, Bessemer City, fictitious tag. JAN.1: Matthew Kyle Holt, 26, Lincolnton, fictitious tag, no operator’s license. JAN. 1: Roger Lamar McClain, 28, 303 Campbell Circle, failure to maintain lane control. JAN. 1: Thomas Barrett Bess, 54, 215 CV Alexander Dr., fictitious tag. JAN. 1: Elijah Rakeem Daron Garvin, 20, Gastonia, no vehicle registration, expired tag, no liability insurance. JAN. 1: Stevie Roberts, 50, 929 Mountain Crest Drive, expired tag. JAN. 3: Rushia Lekia Sapp, 18, Charlotte, speeding. No operator’s license. JAN. 4: Nigel Jacobi Oates, 33, Shelby, revoked driver’s license. INCIDENTS DEC. 29: A resident of Charles Street reported larceny of firearm, a black Tarus CPX-2 9mm, valued at $249.99. DEC. 30: A resident of Piedmont Avenue reported theft of boots valued at over $200, Army duffle bag, Adidas gym bag, socks, and assorted clothing. DEC. 30: Dollar General 1971, 709 York Road, reported shoplifting of $100.56 worth of cigarettes. DEC. 31: Victra Comm./ Verizon Wireless, 110-5 W. King St., reported a break-in and theft of two Apple I-phones valued at $710 each, a Motorola Force Smart Phone valued at $780, two phone display mounts valued at $100 and $200 damage to a door locking mechanism and door frame. JAN. 3: A resident of
Charlotte reported that the driver side window of her 1993 Ford Aerostar Van was broken out on Lake Montonia Road. JAN. 5: A resident of Waco Road reported that his 2011 Camaro was broken into and the black leather interior set on fire. Police are investigating. JAN. 7: A resident of Brayton Lane reported a break-in and damage to a front door and bedroom window. WRECKS DEC. 18: Officer K. L. Putnam said that Richard Allen Hubbard of Lincolnton, operating a 2014 Fiat, reported that his foot slipped off the brake and his vehicle bumped a 2012 Honda operated by Ashley Smith of Gastonia. Smith was stopped at the intersection of Enterprise Road and Shelby Road. No damages were noted. JAN. 1: Officer Jonathan Price cited Roger Lamar McClain with failure to maintain lane control after the 2014 Nissan McClain was operating veered off the road on W. King Street and hit a utility pole breaking it completely in half at the base. McClain said he fell asleep at the wheel. No injuries were reported. Property damages were estimated at $8,000 to the utility pole owned by the City of Kings Mountain and $10,000 to the vehicle McClain was driving. JAN. 4: Officer J. L. Dee said that Louise Davis Whitaker, 123 Wright Road, operating a 2006 Nissan, struck a parked 2013 Ford owned by Jessica Pullen of Shelby. The accident happened on S. Gaston Street. Property damage was estimated at $1,000 to each vehicle.
Trail Work Day Saturday Sr. Center is Sat- also needed to pick up litter. Bloodmobile urday,TrailJan.Work13 atDayCrowders Tools, drinks and snacks will Mountain State Park and be provided. Facebook.com/ trail work will be in the lake FriendsofCrowders Mtn or Jan. 19 trail area. Meet at 8 a.m. at www.friendsofcrowers.com
The Patrick Senior Center is sponsoring a visit of the Red Cross bloodmobile on Friday, Jan. 19. Donors will be processed from 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Call Karen Grigg at 704-734-0447 for an appointment. Walk-ins are also accepted.
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KMEC CONSTRUCTION STATUS IN JANUARY 2017 – The construction progress at the Kings Mountain Energy Center off Dixon School Road is shown in this photograph and can be compared with the photograph comparing constructions status in December 2017 in today’s Herald.
Lifeline Screening Jan. 16 Lifeline Screening will be held Tuesday, Jan. 16 at American Legion Post 155 on E. Gold Street. Pre-registration is required by calling 1-800-364-0457.
Using ultrasound technology, Life Line Screening can look inside your arteries to identify plaque buildup, a major factor for stroke.
HEAVY HAUL SITE DELIVERY - This photograph shows heavy-haul site delivery of Kings Mountain Energy Center’s gas turbine in April 2017. Photos by NTE
FAIRVIEW LODGE OFFICERS – New officers of Fairview Lodge 339 AF&AM were installed Saturday at Masonic Hall. Front row, from left, Larry Stone, Ed Harbor, Jeff Ward, Master; James Dellinger, and Phil Farmer. Second row, from left: Toney Wells, Rocky Sneed, Jim Medlin, Aubrey Livsie, and Andy Hicklin. Back row, Brian Clark. Photo by MAYOR SCOTT NEISLER
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AERIAL VIEW – This is an aerial view of STI at 822 Floyd Street which celebrated the completion of a 150,000 square foot addition and the employment of at least 100 more people in early 2018.
INTERIOR – This is an interior shot of the new addition to STI which held ground-breaking of its new addition Tuesday.
STI WORKER - This worker is inside the STI plant which sells to some of the largest names in the home furnishings industry.
Premier Federal Credit Union Returns profits to Membership GREENSBORO– For the eighth consecutive year, members of Premier Federal Credit Union received 5% of the interest paid in 2017 on eligible loans. More than 9,600 members received a portion of the $259,899 given back through a deposit to their savings account. Over the past seven years, $2,010,623 has been returned to members in the form of an annual interest rebate. “Being a not-for-profit financial cooperative, we are committed to enhancing the benefits of being a member-owner,” stated Lori Thompson, President
and CEO, “Our philosophy is that of “People Helping People” and we are proud to have helped so many of our members save money and get the things they need through our lending products.” The decision to give the interest rebate was made by the Board of Directors at the meeting held in November with the announcement being made to the membership in the winter newsletter. “The response from our members over the years has been very positive,” said Thompson, “We are grateful for the opportunity to serve them and the annual interest rebate is our way of
saying thank you!” Premier Federal Credit Union was charted in 1963 and currently serves members from 7 branch locations in North and one in South Carolina. With assets of approximately $182 million, Premier offers a full range of consumer financial services. Deposits are insured by the National Credit Union Share Insurance Fund. The corporate office is located at 1400 Yanceyville Street, Greensboro, North Carolina. Premier FCU can be found on the internet at www.premierfcu. org and on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
GATEWAY TRAIL PARKING AREA – City Crews began Tuesday clearing an area across the street from the current trailhead at Gateway Trail for overflow parking just in time for the 9th annual Gateway Trail 5K and 10 miles run on March 10 and for the big Earth Day event in April as well as for other events that call for additional parking. The new lot will hold about 30 vehicles and will have a crossing over to the Trailhead. Gateway Trails committee has partnered with the City of Kings Mountain to obtain additional parking for the many people who visit the Trail and participate also in the various events sponsored by the city and Trail. Photos by SHIRLEY BRUTKO
Shelby Kmart to close in early April, 2018 The Shelby Kmart Store at 706 E. Dixon Boulevard will close in early April, according to Sears Holdings, the parent company of Sears and Kmart Stores which will be closing more than 100 stores. Kmart Stores will be reduced by 64 locations and Sears will lose 39 stores
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with the closings to occur between early March and April of 2018. Sears Holdings did not say how many of its employees would be impacted by the latest round of store closings but said most of those lost would be parttime positions. Sears Holdings share
have dropped by more than 60 percent over the past 12 months and the company has reported net losses in quarterly reports. Sears CFO Rob Riecker said they would be building the smaller store concept in the coming months “delivering specialized integrated experiences to customers.”
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Walk in the light What was the most unusual gift you gave or received this Christmas? Without a doubt, my most unusual gift came from my DR. JONATHAN M. BUNDON mother-in-law, Worship Pastor a pair of LED First Baptist Church light up shoes. The shoes arrived complete with remote control and color changing ability. Needless to say, family, friends, and strangers stopped me to in-
quire about the shoes. Most of them wanted to purchase a pair for themselves or a friend. After all, it is not every day one sees a pair of bright light-up sneakers. Do you know what is exceedingly extraordinary and more attractive than lights on a shoe, a Christian, living a life pleasing to God. The apostle John tells us “God is light, and in him is no darkness at all. If we say we have fellowship with him while we walk in darkness, we lie and do not practice the truth. But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship with one another,
and the blood of Jesus his Son cleanses us from all sin.” 1 John 1:5-7. Furthermore, Ephesians 5:8 challenges us to “Walk as children of light (for the fruit of light is found in all that is good and right and true), and try to discern what is pleasing to the Lord.” People took notice of my light up shoes. What is more, people will take notice of your light in this darkened world. Shine the light of Christ in the way you speak, share, and conduct business. May we be a light in this dark world for Christ.
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Faith Baptist Church 1009 Linwood Road
Good Hope Presbyterian Church 105 N. Cansler Street 704-739-1062
Faith Holiness Church Hwy. 161/Bessemer City Rd. 704-739-1997 Family Worship Center 1818 Shelby Road 704-739-7206
El Bethel United Methodist Church 122 El Bethel Rd., Kings Mountain KINGS MOUNTAIN Advent Lutheran Church, NALC Member 230 Oak Grove Rd. 704-750-0171 Anew Beginning Baptist Church 415 Dixon School Rd. 704-473-1372 Ardent Life Church 420 Branch Street 704-739-7700 Arise Church 830 E. King St. Bethlehem Baptist Church 1017 Bethlehem Road 704-739-7487 Boyce Memorial ARP Church Edgemont Drive 704-739-4917
Calvary Way Holiness Church 1017 Second Street Pastor Clifton Morgan
Christ The King Catholic Church 714 Stone Street 704-487-7697
East Gold Street Wesleyan Church 701 E. Gold Street 704-739-3215
Carson Memorial Baptist Church 262 Sparrow Springs Road 704-739-2247
Cornerstone Church Of God 202 Margrace Road 704-739-3773
Central United Methodist Church 113 S. Piedmont Avenue 704-739-2471
Cornerstone Independent Baptist 107 Range Road 704-737-0477
East Kings Mountain Church of God Hwy 161, Bessemer City/ KM Hwy. 704-739-7367
Cherokee St. Baptist Church 421 S. Cherokee Street 704-739-7697
Crowders Mountain Baptist 125 Mayberry Lane 704-739-0310
Ebenezer Baptist Church 1621 County Line Road 704-739-8331
Chestnut Ridge Baptist Church 618 Chestnut Ridge Road 704-739-4015
David Baptist Church 2300 David Baptist Church Road 704-739-4555
El Bethel United Methodist Church 122 El-bethel Road 704-739-9174
Christian Freedom Southern Baptist Church 246 Range Road 704-739-4152
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■ LIFESTYLES
Robinson awarded Highest honor BOLIVIA, NC – Gina Patterson Robinson, Dean of Professional and Technical Programs at Brunswick Community College, of Holden Beach NC, was awarded the Order of the Long Leaf Pine on December 13, 2017 by former NC House of Representative member Mr. E. David Redwine, representing NC Governor Roy Cooper. The Order of the Long Leaf Pine is among the most prestigious awards conferred by the Governor of North Carolina. It is awarded to persons for exemplary service to the State of North Carolina and their communities that is above and beyond the call duty and which has made a significant impact and strengthened North Carolina. Mrs. Robinson is retiring with more than 30 years of service with the State of North Carolina in the North Carolina Com-
SPINACH DIP Michele Moon 1 cup mayonnaise 1 container (16 oz.) sour cream 1 pkg. Hidden Valley Ranch dip mix 1 pkg. (10 oz.) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry. Combine all ingredients. Chill 2 hours.
Gina Patterson Robinson receives The Order of The Long Leaf Pine Award. munity College System. Mrs. Robinson is married to Robert J Robinson and
is the daughter of Jay and Carolyn Patterson of Kings Mountain.
Local artists display colored pencil artwork Artworks in colored pencil is on exhibit in the galleries of the Southern Arts Society through Feb. 9. This new exhibit features art from members of Southern Arts Society’s Color Pencil Group. The group began meeting in March 2017 with individuals who were interested in learning current techniques using colored pencils as a fine art me-
(Editor’s note: The recipes in today’s cooking column come from “Star Spangled Recipes,’’ a cookbook published by the American Legion Auxiliary of North Carolina. Proceeds from the sale of the cook books benefitted the USO facilities at the Charlotte Douglas International Airport and Raleigh Durham Airport.)
dium. While colored pencils have been around for a long time, there has been a resurgence in recent years using colored pencils as a popular medium for fine art. Colored pencil artistry is becoming more and more a fabric of open and juried art shows alike. Over the past 10 months, there has been a consistent group of 20 plus artists coming together to share their expertise and
artwork, constantly striving to better themselves as color pencil artists. Under the leadership of fellow artist Ronald Shepard, they have learned the difference between the various color pencils on the market, the pros and cons of different brands, the many types of papers and applications, as well as various mediums to be used with pencils.
1 Tbsp. onion, minced Lettuce leaves Combine chicken, celery, carrots, and onion. Chill. When ready to serve, add salad dressing and potatoes. Toss lightly. Serve on lettuce leaves. (Chow Mein noodles may be substituted for shoestring potatoes.)
SAUSAGE BALLS Rachel Strouth 1 lb. sausage, room temperature 8 oz. sharp Cheddar cheese, grated 10 oz. Bisquick mix Mix all together. Make balls, place on cookie sheet, bake in hot oven for 7-8 minutes.
ROAST BEEF Laura Snell 3 lb. roast beef 1 pkg. dry onion soup mix Salt and pepper to taste 1 can cream of mushroom soup ¼ soup can water Top beef roast with soups, water, salt and pepper. Cook at 400 degrees until done.
SHOESTRING SALAD Hilda Strickland 1 cup diced cooked chicken 1 cup carrot, grated ¾ cup French salad dressing 1 cup canned shoestring potatoes 1 cup diced celery
SUPER BOWL CASSEROLE Tiffany Justice 1-pound turkey or chicken 2 cans pork and beans or baked beans ¼ cup brown sugar ½ Tbsp. pepper 1 (8 oz.) can tomato
sauce 1 onion, chopped 1 tsp. salt 1 Tbsp. mustard 1 Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce Cook turkey or chicken in pan 3-5 minutes or until meat changes color. Add onion and heat thoroughly. Add remaining ingredients and heat until mixture begins to simmer., Pour into 2-quart casserole; cover. Bake in 350-degree oven 30 minutes. Serves 6. Freezes well. (Note: delete brown sugar if using baked beans.) DELICIOUS COBBLER Sandra Dikeman Melt 1 stick butter in 9x13 pan Mix: 1 cup sugar, 1 cup self-rising flour, ¾ cup milk and pour over butter. Do not stir. Heat fruit while doing the above. If fresh fruit, add extra sugar. Pour fruit over batter. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes or until golden brown.
Eat smart, move more Register free class for seniors now Eat Smart, Move More; Take Control, a 6- week program that provides strategies to help adults manage their health, will be held at the Patrick Senior Center. This progarm informs and motivates participants to change their eating and physical activity patterns. The program provides opportunities for participants to track their goals and progress toward healthy eating and physical activity behaviors.
Each session contains a cooking demonstration and sample of a healthy recipe. Make plans now to start the year with a new health focus. Join Nancy Abasiekong on Fridays from 9:30-10:30 starting January 26 and ending on March 2. Classes are offered to seniors ages 55 and older and are free too. Call Karen Grigg at 704734-0447 for more information and to sign up.
For Art Class The Patrick Senior Center will sponsor “Sip (sparkling cider) N Paint” Art Class Tuesday, Jan. 16, from 5:307:30 p.m. Artist Sue Brabham will give step-by-step instructions to create your own artwork. The fee is $!5 to cover the cost of painting supplies. Sign up in the Gift Shop at the Center of call Program Director Karen Grigg at 704834-0447.
Seminar on Wills Thursday 5:30 Do you have a living will? Do you have a health care power of attorney? You can take care of both of these things at the next meeting of The Widowed Group of the Greater
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Genealogy Society meeting Sunday
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Broad River Genealogy Society will meet Sunday at 3 p.m. at Neal Senior Center, Highway 18, Shelby for a program by Ned Cash, who has written about Civil War veterans and location of graves. Those attending can visit with Mr. Cash who welcomes their interest in locating Civil War veterans. Refreshments will be served.
Gaston Area. The meeting is a covered dish, so please bring some food to share with others. Doors open at 5:30pm on Thursday, January 11th. at the Gaston County Citizen's Resource Center, 1303 Dallas - Cher-
ryville Highway, Dallas, NC. Hospice will provide the leadership. Forms and a Notary will be available. The meeting will conclude at 8:30 pm. Come and bring a friend to this important seminar.
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Patrick Senior Center January activities H. Lawrence Patrick Senior Life and Conference Center Activities for the month of January 2018 WEDNESDAY, JAN. 10: Faith and Fitness 8:309:30 a.m.; Exercise 9:30-10 a.m.; Personal Care Services, toenail clipping by appointment only; jewelry class I 10-11 a.m.; Seniors in Motion 10:30-11:30 a.m.; Dutch lunch at Hillbillies of Gastonia 11 a.m.; jewelry class II 1-2 p.m. THURSDAY, JAN. 11: Healthy Lifestyle Class 8-9:30 a.m.; Exercise 9:3010 a.m.; Intermediate Line Dance 10-11:30 a.m.; Bingo 10:30-11:15 a.m.; grocery shopping 12 oon-2 p.m. FRIDAY, JAN. 12: Coffee & Conversation 9-10:30 a.m.; Seniors in Motion 10:30-11:30 a.m.; Friday lunch 11-12 noon; WII Bowling League 12 noon. MONDAY, JAN. 15: Senior Center and Nutrition Site closed for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day. TUESDAY, JAN. 16: Knitting 8:30-10:30 a.m.; Bible History 10-11 a.m.; computer class 9:30-11:30 a.m.; volunteer meeting 12:15; Sip N Paint Art Class 5:30-7:30 p.m. WEDNESDAY, JAN. 17: Faith and Fitness 8:309:30 a.m.; Exercise 9:30-10 a.m.; Jewelry class 10-11 a.m.; Blood Pressure Clinic sponsored by Kindred at
Home 10-11:30 a.m.; East Elementary School Birthdays 10:30 a.m.; Seniors in Motion 10:30-11:30 a.m.; Jewelry Class II 1-2 p.m.; Duplicate Bridge 1-4 p.m. THURSDAY, JAN. 18: Healthy Lifestyle Class 8-9:30 a.m.; Exercise 9:3010 a.m.; Intermediate Line Dance 10-11:30 a.m.; Pajama Day and Bingo 10-11:15 a.m. FRIDAY, JAN. 19: Coffee & Conversation 9-10:30 a.m.; Red Cross Blood Drive 1- a.m.-2:30 p.m.; Seniors in Motion 10:30-11:30 a.m.; F riday Lunch 11-12 noon; WII Bowling League 12 noon. MONDAY, JAN. 22: Document shredding 9 a.m.-2 p.m.; Coupon and Recipe Swap 9:30-10:30 a.m.; Ceramics 9:30-11:30 a.m.; Diabetes self-management education 9:30-11:30 a.m.; Seniors in Motion 10:3011:30 a.m.; quilting 12:30-3 p.m.; Intermediate Line Dance 1-3 p.m. TUESDAY, JAN. 23: Knitting 8:30-10:30 a.m.; Computer class 9:30-11:30 a.m.; monthly birthday celebration sponsored by Food Lion 9:45 a.m.-11:30 a.m.; Bible History 10-11 a.m.; Advisory Board meeting 12 noon. WEDNESDAY, JAN. 24: Faith and Fitness 8:30-9:30 a.m.; Exercise 9:30-10 a.m.; Personal Care Services toenail clipping by appointment only; jewelry class I 10-11
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a.m.; card making class 10-11 a.m.; Seniors in Motion 10:30-11:30 a.m.; Jewelry Class II 1-2 p.m. THURSDAY, JAN. 25: Healthy Lifestyle Class 8-9:30 a.m.; Exercise 9:3010 a.m.; Intermediate Line Dance 10-11:30 a.m.; Bingo 10:30-11:15 a.m.; grocery shopping 12 noon-2 p.m. FRIDAY, JAN. 26: Coffee & Conversation 9-10:30 a.m.; Take Control with Nancy Abasiekong 9 :3010:30 a.m.; Seniors in Motion 10:30-11:30 a.m.; Friday lunch 11-12 noon; WII Bowling League 12 noon. MONDAY, JAN. 29: Coupon and Recipe Swap 9:30-10:30 a.m.; Ceramics 9:30-11:30 a.m.; Diabetes self-management education 9;30-11:30 a.m.; Seniors in Motion 10:30-11:30 a.m.; Quilting 12:30-3 p.m.; Intermediate Line Dance 1-3 p.m. TUESDAY, JAN. 30: Knitting 8:30-10:30 a.m.; Bible History 10-11:30 a.m.; Computer Class 9:3011:30 a.m. WEDNESDAY, JAN. 31: Faith and Fitness 8:309:30 a.m.; Exercise 9:30-10 a.m.; Jewelry Class I 10-11 a.m.; Seniors in Motion 10:30-11;30 a.m.; Jewelry Class II 1-2 p.m. SHIIP Counseling is by appointment only for help with Medicare problems.
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Liberty Mountain auditions - now casting for the 2018 Summer Season!
quences, quick changes, and running. TIME COMMITMENT: This is a seasonal position. Start Date for Full Company is June 16th (Move-In Day is June 15th) and the End Date is July 22nd (Move-Out Day is July 23rd). 30 hours a week, with a day off each rehearsal week. With the exception of special events, all performances are on weekends. Housing is provided, if needed. There will be an intensive three-week rehearsal period with up to four performances in one weekend. COMPANY HOUSING: Unlike most summer stock/ professional theatre jobs and internships, we are able to offer free housing to Company Members on a needbased, first come/first serve
Our Teachers Are Tops! KM Intermediate School’s Teacher Spotlight: Sea Turtles Mrs. Sherry Smith and Ms. Hilary Berry are two fabulous fifth-grade teachers at KMIS. Mrs. Smith has been teaching for 23 years. This year she teaches the subjects of Math and Science. Mrs. Smith is married with a husband and two boys. She enjoys traveling and spending time with her family. When asked why she loves teaching her response is that she likes to see her students learn and grow. Ms. Berry has been teaching for three years and is currently teaching English Language Arts and Science. She is enjoys spending time with her mother, father, two brothers, and her pet. She has a passion for reading and loves to read in her spare time. Whey asked why she loves teaching her response is that she likes the opportunity to see students be successful. Thank you both for all you do for our students at KMIS!!
basis. WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR: We are seeking candidates that are highly driven, enthusiastic and resourceful. You must have full availability, pass a background check, drug test, and be willing to make a seven-week commitment (including three weeks of rehearsal). APPLICATION/AUDITION PROCESS: Applicants must submit a recent headshot or snapshot and their résumés. The application form is below. No previous professional experience necessary. ABOUT THE AUDITION: Company Members must audition and interview in person, or submit a video. All performers are required to present a dramatic monologue from a play or movie, not to exceed 90 seconds. Actors are strongly advised not to use dialects and to avoid Shakespeare. Standard American diction should be
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Liberty Mountain is now casting for the 2018 Summer Season. Auditions will be held on January 27th, 2018 at 7pm at the Joy Performance Center, 202 S. Railroad Avenue, Kings Mountain, NC JOB DESCRIPTION: Learn, push yourself and cultivate your craft this summer in a rigorously paced professional theatre environment. We are casting paid onstage and offstage Roles in Liberty Mountain - The Revolutionary Drama. Actors and Technicians will be working alongside a professional theatre staff to bring this massive production to life for the 2018 Summer Season. There are positions open in the following departments: Acting, Stage Management, Wardrobe, Wig & Makeup. Company Members will also be collaborating on a Second Stage Production, geared towards younger audiences. Company Members will wear multiple hats with on and offstage responsibilities as well as being involved with educational outreach, promotional calls and more. This show features lots of combat se-
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SCHOOLS From Page 1A Miller says the graduation rate in Cleveland County Schools continues to climb. This past year 89.7% of students graduated from high school in four years. Miller said this was an all time high and “we anticipate that our graduation rate will continue to improve this next year.” Emphasis on post-secondary preparedness is another goal of the nine-member board of education. “While high school graduation is essential to the future success of students, our goal is that every student is enrolled, enlisted or employed following graduation. It is our expectation that every student is prepared for his or her post-secondary career, whatever that is,’’ Miller said. Innovative projects will continue during 2018. Miller says that innovation is important as the district moves forward to meet the challenges of the ever-changing educational landscape. Examples of innovative projects include: the yearround schedule at Graham Elementary to allow for calendar flexibility and maximize resources; the use of Telemedicine to meet health needs of some of our students; and the creation of the Advanced Manufacturing Academy to prepare
students for a modern work environment. Visual and Online learning has become a vital part of the educational process. Mrs. Miller said students will continue to have the opportunity to take various courses in a completely online or a blended format. These enhanced opportunities provide s schedule flexibility and the opportunity to take courses that may not have been available in the past. Extracurricular activities are an essential part of the school experience. Cleveland County Schools will continue to encourage all students to be fully engaged and that includes involvement in extracurricular activities. The athletic and arts programs in the district provide extraordinary opportunities for young people. However, the extracurricular activities in the district extend beyond the athletic fields and auditoriums. Students are involved in clubs, service organizations and other teams that showcase their talents and interests. Miller said community engagement and partnerships are vital to the success of the school district. She added, “Our district prides itself in the powerful work that is done through the partnerships we have with our many stakeholders. As we move into this new year, the value and importance of these partnerships continue to be instrumental in the continued success of our district.”
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Foothills Farmers’ Market provides winter events Wishing you could get locally sourced fresh vegetables and meats in the winter time? It is possible in Cleveland County, thanks to the Winter Market sponsored by the Foothills Farmers’ Market (FFM). “While it’s not practical for us to continue an outdoor market during the winter season, many of our vendors still have products to share with customers,” says Carol Maxwell, director of the FFM. “The Winter Market began in 2016 as a way to connect customers with farmers over the winter months.” Winter Markets for this year will be held on January 13, February 10 and March 10, 2018, from 8 a.m. 12 p.m. each day. Newgrass Brewing Company, 213 S. Lafayette Street, Shelby, will be the location for all three events. “Most of our farmers encourage hungry locavores to come out to their farms to pick up items during the colder months,” says Maxwell, “but the Winter Market gives shoppers a chance to stock up on things from several farms at one time.” Items available for purchase at the market, which will be provided by 12 15 vendors each time, include winter produce; locally raised beef, pork, trout, chicken and lamb; baked goods; cheese; eggs; dried herbs; and goat milk soap products. “If folks are looking to stock their freezer, many vendors will arrange preorders of special quantities for delivery at the Winter Market,” says Maxwell. For farmers or other local vendors interested in participating in the mar-
ket in the future, the Foothills Farmers’ Market Board of Directors is now taking applications for the 2018 season. All items sold at the market must be grown or raised within a 50-mile radius of Cleveland County and can include produce, meats, eggs, baked goods, cheeses, honey, artisan crafts made from locally sourced elements, and prepared foods. For more information about the Winter Markets, to get a vendor application, or for more information about becoming a vendor, visit www.foothillsfarmersmarket.com or find the FFM on Facebook by searching for “Foothills Farmers’ Market.”
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Financial Tips for Retiring Abroad Dear Savvy Senior, What are some financial factors to consider when retiring abroad? My husband and I will be retiring in a few years and are interested in living in a foreign country that’s cheaper than the U.S. Frugal Couple Dear Frugal, Retiring abroad has become a growing trend for millions of U.S. retirees who are looking to stretch their retirement savings. Here are some tips and resources to consider that can help you prepare. Researching Tools For starters, you can find lots of information and articles on the countries and cities you’re interested in retiring to at websites like InternationalLiving.com and EscapeArtist.com. Another good tip is to talk or network with some expatriates who have already made the move you’re thinking about making. They can give you tips and suggestions on many issues, as well as the advantages and disadvantages and dayto-day reality of living in a particular country. Some popular sites for finding expat resources are ExpatExchange.com
and ExpatForum.com. But before committing to location, most experts recommend that you visit multiple times during different seasons to see whether you can envision yourself living there and not just exploring the place as a tourist. Also, consider these financial factors: Cost of living: Retiring abroad used to be seen as a surefire way to live beyond your means, and for some countries it still is. But the U.S. dollar isn’t what it used to be, so your money may not stretch as far as you think. See Numbeo.com for a country-by-country cost of living comparison. Taxes: No matter what foreign country you decide to retire in, as long as you’re a U.S. citizen you must file an annual tax return reporting all income above certain minimums, not matter where it’s earned. For details see the IRS publication 54, “Tax Guide for U.S. Citizens and Resident Aliens Abroad” at IRS.gov/pub/irspdf/p54.pdf. Health care: Most U.S. health insurance companies do not provide coverage out-
side the U.S., nor does Medicare. Check with the embassy (see USembassy.state. gov) of your destination country to see how you can be covered as a foreign resident. Many countries provide government-sponsored health care that’s inexpensive, accessible and just as good as what you get in the states, or you may want to buy a policy through Medibroker (Medibroker.com) or Bupa Global (BupaGlobal.com). Also know that most people who retire abroad eventually return to the U.S., so you should consider paying your Medicare Part B premiums. If you drop and resume Part B, or delay initial enrollment, you’ll pay a 10 percent premium penalty for every 12-month period in which you could have been enrolled. Banking: Opening or maintaining a bank account abroad has become more difficult because of the Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act, a U.S. law designed to prevent Americans from hiding assets abroad. So, you may have to establish a savings and checking account with an institution that has international reach like Citibank. And/or consider maintaining your U.S. bank account that you can ac-
cess online, and get U.S. credit and debit cards that don’t charge foreign transaction fees. Rent versus buy: Buying a home in a foreign country can be complicated, so it’s usually cheaper and simpler to rent, unless you know you’re going to live there for a long time. Social Security: You can receive your monthly Social Security benefits almost anywhere you live around the world (see SSA.gov/international/payments.html). Your benefits can be deposited into your bank account either in the U.S. or in your new home country, but there are some exceptions. The U.S. State Department offers a handy checklist that can help you think through all the issues on retiring abroad. To access it visit Travel.state.gov and search for “retirement abroad.” 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.
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Delph’s triple double leads KM over Jags
Kings Mountain High Coach Grayson Pierce presents senior standout Adrian Delph with a basketball to commemorate his accomplishment of surpassing 2,000 points during his prep career at Piedmont Charter and KMHS. Photo by Gary Smart
Delph tops 2,000 points Kings Mountain’s Mountaineers rolled to their sixth straight Big South 3A Conference victory and senior standout Adrian Delph went over 2,000 points for his prep career in Friday’s 78-42 victory over Burns at Donald L. Parker Gymnasium. Delph finished with a game high 28 points to lead the Mountaineers into this week’s exam break. He also grabbed 17 rebounds and dished out six assists. Zeke Littlejohn contributed 24 points and Eli Paysour 14 as the Mountaineers pulled away after leading by only 39-35 at intermission. A 17-0 scoring run by the Mountaineers to start the second half broke the game open and gave the Mountaineers their second win over Burns in eight days.
Kings Mountain’s girls made it a sweep by winning the opener 59-42 to improve to 2-4 in the conference and 7-6 overall. Hannah Clark led the Mountainer attack with 17 points. Leeasia Rhodes contributed 14 and Sarah Drennan 11. Messiah Brown led the Lady Bulldogs with 15 points. Messiah Brown added 15 and Timone Jeffries 10. GIRLS GAME KM (59) – Clark 17, Rhodes 14, Drennan 11. B (42) – Howze 9, Spikes 4, Jefferies 10, Prez 2, Brown 15, Earl 2. BOYS GAME B (42) – KM (78) – Raby 7, Littlejohn 17, E. Paysour 14, Delph 28, Melton 4, D. Hughes 4, Grier 2, Parsons 2.
BIG SOUTH 3A BASKETBALL STANDINGS
(Through Friday, Dec. 15) (Boys) Teams Conf. W-L Kings Mountain 6-0 Ashbrook 4-1 North Gaston 4-1 Hunter Huss 3-2 Stuart Cramer 2-3 Forestview 2-4 Burns 0-5 Crest 0-5 (Girls) Ashbrook 5-0 Forestview 5-1 Hunter Huss 4-1 North Gaston 3-2 Kings Mountain 2-4 Burns 1-4 Stuart Cramer 1-4 Crest 0-5
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With senior Adrian Delph getting a triple-double, Kings Mountain’s Mountaineers continued their unbeaten ways in the Big South 3A Thursday night at Parker Gym with a 94-61 victory over the Forestview Jaguars. Delph’s 27 points led a red hot offense that hit 73 percent (35 of 48) of its two-point shots and topped the 90-point mark for the third time in the last five games. Both teams struggled a bit in the first quarter as the Mountaineers led by just 18-12. The home team began pulling away in the second period and took a 40-27 lead into the break. A 28-16 scoring advantage in the third quarter blew the game open. With reserves in the game most of the second half, Delph still finished with 11 rebounds and 10 assists to go with his gamehigh point total. Freshman Kobe Paysour added nine assists. Ten different players scored for the home team, with Zeke Littlejohn (24) and reserve James Parsons (10) also scoring in double figures. Forestview’s girls jumped out to a 16-8 first quarter lead and rolled over the Lady Mountaineers in the opener, 74-49. The Lady Jaguars were on top 27-20 at intermission and broke the game open with a 24-2 scoring
advantage in the third quarter. The visitors placed four players in double figures, led by Omarri Holland with 18 points. Sarah Drennan led the KM ladies with 16 points. GIRLS GAME KM (49) – Drennan 16, Clark 8, Smith 4, Roberts 8, Hopper 5, Kelly 2, Rhodes 6. FV (74) – Miller 1, Bowen 17, Love 15, Duff 1, Dunlap 10, Miller 2, Floyd 5, Cherry 2, Holland 18. BOYS GAME KM (94) – Delph 27, Littlejohn 24, E. Paysour 7, Raby 7, Grier 2, K. Paysour 4, Pressley 4, D. Hughes 8, Parsons 10, Melton 4. FV (61) – Botts 7, Anderson 16, Baldwin 7, Ferbitta 4, Gibbs 3, Golightly 4, Richards 2, Carter 5, Bolch 3, Miller 9.
Zeke Littlejohn goes in for a layup against Forestview in last week’s Big South game at Parker Gym.
Kings Mountain’s James Parsons (55) goes up for a block against Forestview in last week’s game at the KMHS gym.
KM tops Wave for first place Kings Mountain in general, and Adrian Delph in particular, put on a great display of basketball in the Mountaineers battle with Gastonia Ashbrook for the Big South Conference lead last week in Gastonia. With Delph leading the way with 36 points, 11 rebounds and eight assists the Mountaineers defeated the Green Wave 82-68 to taken over sole possession of first place with a 4-0 record. The Mountaineers, who shot 54 percent of their field goal attempts (28 of 52), including 10 of 19 three point attempts, held the lead most of the way. KM led 25-16 after the first period before Ashbrook rallied to tie the game at 39-all. KM hit the
final bucket of the second quarter to carry a 41-39 lead into intermission. The Mountaineers led 63-56 going into the fourth quarter. Delph hit 6 of 8 three point attempts and 5 of 12 two-pointers. He also contributed 11 rebounds and eight assists. The Mountaineers connected on 16 of 21 free throws. Zeke Littlejohn scored 14 points and Eli Paysour 13 to give the Mountaineers three players in double figures. James Dotson led Ashbrook with 21, followed by Byron Sanders with 13 and Cameron June with 10. In the girls game, Ashbrook got off to a fast start and rolled to a 62-18
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win over the KM ladies. Evonna McGill scored 20 points to lead the Green Wave. Hanna Clark scored 14 for KM. BOYS GAME KM (82) – K. Paysour 5, Raby 7, Littlejohn 14, E. Paysour 13, Delph 36, Grier 5. AB (68) – Britt 5, Sanders 13, Dotson 21, Brown 9, Roseboro 20, Warnock 2, Jones 10, Fite 2.
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Robinson, Goff on All-State team Kings Mountain’s Pierce Robinson and Alex Goff are among 60 girls and boys named to the 2017 North Carolina AllStars golf teams by the Tarheel Youth Golf Association and the Carolinas Golf Association. All-state teams honor junior golfers who had the most success in amateur and junior golf events at the local, state, regional and national levels over the past 12 months. Robinson was named to the second team and Goff
to the third team. Honorees must have played in a minimum of five TYGA N.C. ranking events in the past year to be eligible. The awards were determined by a combination of each player’s scoring differential and the total points earned in the ranking events. The golfers will be honored at the N.C. Junior Golf Night on Sat., Jan. 27 at Pine Needles Lodge & Golf Club in Southern Pines.
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McDowell wins 200th game Bessemer City High School men’s basketball coach Danny McDowell Friday won his 200th career game with a 67-51 victory over the Yellow Jackets’ rival, Cherryville. McDowell is in his eighth season at Bessemer City. He was the head men’s coach at Kings Mountain High School for five years, where he won three straight conference and two straight NCHSAA sectional titles. He was head women’s coach at Charlotte Christian High School for one year. At Bessemer City, Mc-
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Dowell’s charges have won three Bud Black/Dennis Tate Holiday Tournament championships, and at Charlotte Christian he led his team to third place in the NCISSA state tournament. McDowell built the Kings Mountain Boys Club basketball team into a perennial state champion and one of his teams won the National AAU Junior Olympic championship. McDowell’s awards over the years include the Gaston Gazette Area Coach of the Year, Gaston Observer Coach of the
Year, Southern Piedmont Coach of the Year, Carolina Weekly News Group Coach of the Year, and National AAU junior Olympic Championship Coach of the Year. McDowell served as assistant coach for the West team in the Mid-West AllStar game, and last year was inducted into the Kings Mountain Sports Hall of Fame. McDowell has coached six All-State players, four Conference Players of the Year, and many All-Conference players.
Kings Mountain Elite basketball results JV Mountaineers beat Jags, Burns Kings Mountain’s JVs won two games last week to even their record at 5-5. Kings Mountain defeated Forestview 47-36 Thursday afternoon at Parker Gym. Mike Toms led the scoring with 16 points. Marcus Odoms scored eight and
Titus Clark seven. The Mountaineers defeated Burns 53-45 Friday to move to 4-2 in Big South Conference play. Belton Pressley scored 15 points for the Mountaineers while Titus Clark added 12. Marcus Odums scored 10.
Middle School girls edge Crest Andrea Melton stole an inbounds pass and hit a lay-up with 11 seconds remaining to give the Kings Mountain Middle School girls basketball team a 32-30 win over Crest in their season opener Wednesday. Kalia King scored six points in the fourth quarter to tie the game at 30-all and set the stage for Melton’s last-second heroics. A Crest three-point attempt at the buzzer failed. Monica Head led the KM offense with 10 points, and Melton added eight. Others scoring for the Lady Patriots were Tyasia Bell four and Marley Arnold and Austyn Dixon two each. Melton and Aleyia Byers played well on defense. Melton led the team in steals and Byes had multiple rebounds.
Crest got off to a fast start and led 10-2 after the first quarter. KM cut the margin to 16-11 at the half but Crest still led 20-16 heading into the fourth quarter. The Lady Patriots fell to Shelby on Thursday, 3017. “Our shots were not falling and Shelby did a good job of rebounding,” noted KM coach Monty Deaton. Melton led the KM ladies with seven points. Head had three, Dixon, Bell and Yasmine Robinson two each and Byers one. Arnold and Alayna Patrick played well on defense. Kings Mountain was scheduled to go to East Lincoln yesterday. The Lady Patriots face Lincolnton Thursday.
January 6: 6U Division Blue Devils 29, Heat 21 Blue Devils – Dycen Roberts 29. Heat – Cheyenne Cannedy 10, Seryn Wakefield 5, Kherian Little 3, Cyrus Smith 2, Marquis Rodgers 1. Devil Dawgs 25, Elite Dynasty 14 Dawgs – Lecrae Toney 18, Michael Rice 4, George Cruise 2, Dillian Richardson 1. Dynasty - Chaslyn Montgomery 7, Torean Mills 6, Jayden Byrd. 9U Division Union 24, Prodigy Runners 12 Union – Nazire Davis 9, Kevin Bell Jr. 8, Dereon Kee 4, Malachi Powell 2, Aiden Thompson 1. Prodigy Runners – Xavier Hutchens 7, Tristan McCorkle 4, Yates Toney 1. Glory 16, Dream Team 13 Team Glory – Silas Tate 7, Aiden Smith 6, Kamren Brown 5. Dream Team – Keja Baker 6, Braylon Brown 4, Dycen Roberts 2, C.J. Adams 1. 12U Division Blazin Fury 20, Warriors 19 Fury – Bryson Brown 6, Josiah Guyton 5, Isaiah Eskridge 4, Janiya Adams 3, Jason McClain 2. Warriors – Ja’Qualyn Sanders 6, Zavien Smith 5, DaVaughn Norris 3, Mason Demetro 3, London Brown 2. Mustangs 30, Union 21
Mustangs – Jackson Beam 10, Davis Beam 6, Javarius Green 6, Dorian Montgomery 6, Nicholas Jackson 3. The Union – Kevin Bell Jr. 10, Steven Brown 9, Co’Rey Simpson 2. December 20: 3-4 Division Lil Mustangs 35, Mighty Hurricanes 20 Mustangs – Michael Rice 21, Karter Alexander 6, Easton Pierce 6, Javieon Gash 2. Hurricanes – Jayceon Lockhart 8, Ghailyn Smith 6, Zander Smith 5, Kailey Hopper 1. Mighty Hawkins 40, Fab Five Stars 26 Hawks – Seth Tate 17, Jayceon Brooks 11, Elijah Hart 5, Zuri Brown 4, Braydon Leonard 3. Fab Five – Beckham 10, Channing Byers 4, Grayson Boyd 4, Camari McBryant 2, Tres Miller 2. 6U Instructional Division: Heat 25, Dynasty 21 Heat – Kherian Little 15, Cheyenne Cannedy 8, Seryn Wakefield 2. Dynast – Chaslyn Montgomery 15, Kendrell Wray 2, Taurean Mills 2, Jayceon Brooks 2. Devil Dawgs 21, Blue Devils 19 Dawgs – Lecrae Toney 8, George Cruise 4, Michael Rice 3, Beckham Williams 3, Dillian Richardson 2, Hamrick 1. Blue Devils – Dycen Roberts 16, Gregory Stockers 2, Na’hanya Rob-
erts 1. 9U Division: Glory 14, Union 13 Glory – Aiden Smith 6, Kamrah Brown 4, Keenan Fowler 4. Union – Kevin Bell Jr 9, Nazire Davis 4. Dream Team 10, Prodigy Runners 4 Dream – Keja Baker 8, Farri Martin 2. Prodigy – Xavier Hutchens 4. 12U Division Mustangs 39, Blazin Fury 25 Mustangs – Dorian Montgomery 15, Javarius Green 9, Jaden Gash 8, Davis Beam 5, Jackson Beam 2. Fury – Josiah Guyton 15, Jason McClain 7, Tristant Pressley 2, Bryson Brown 1. Warriors 22, The Union 18 Warriors – Mason Demetro 6, DeVaughn Norris 5, Ja’Qualyn Sanders 4, Zavien Smith 4, London Brown 2, Keja Baker 1. Union – Steven Brown 7, Bryson Brown 4, C.J. Houser 3, Jayden Clinton 3, Jordan Odums 2. December 30 6U Instructional Heat 36, Devil Dawgs 18 Heat – Cheyenne Cannedy 18, Kherian Little 13, Seryn Wakefield 2, Cyrus Smith 2, Marquis Rodgers 1. Devil Dawgs – Lecrae Toney 8, Georgia Cruise 4, Dillian Richardson 4, Michael Rice 1, Hamrick 1. Blue Devils 30, Elite Dynasty 22
Blue Devils Dycen Roberts 29, Gregory Stockes 1. Dynast – Chaslyn Montgomery 13, Jayden Byrd 5, Jayceon Brooks 4. 9U Division Dream Team 15, The Union 0 (Forfeit) 12U Division The Union 26, Blazin Fury 21 The Union – Curtis Simpson 12, Steven Brown 8, Sincere Love 7, Jaylen Clinton 1. Fury – Bryson Brown 11, Janiya Adams 4, Tristan Pressley 3, Isaiah Eskridge 1. Mustangs 23, Warriors 18 Mustangs – Davis Beam 9, Jackson Beam 6, Javarius Green 4, Dorian Montgomery 2, Jaden Gash 2. Warriors – Mason Demetro 14, DaVaughn Norris 3, Ja’Qualyn Sanders 3, Akireona Richardson 1. STANDINGS (Through Jan. 6) 3-4 Lil Dribblers Division – Elite Mighty Hawkis 1-0, Lil Mustangs 1-0, Mighty Hurricanes 0-1, Fab Five Stars 0-1. 6U Division: Team Heat 2-1, Devil Dawgs 2-1, Blue Devils 2-1, Elite Dynasty 0-3. 9U Division: Team Glory 3-0, Dream Team 2-1, The Union n1-2, Prodigy Runners 0-3. 12U Division: Mustangs 3-0, Team Heat 1-2, The Union 1-2, Blazin Fury 1-2.
Patriots lose first 2 games Kings Mountain Middle’s boys basketball team opened its season last week with losses to Shelby and Crest. On Wednesday, Crest jumped out to a 13-6 first quarter lead and rolled to a 37-24 win. Crest led 24-8 at the half and 31-15 going into the fourth quarter. “Fundamentals is the most important aspect of all of sports and it was not with the Patriots,” noted veteran Coach Shane Cole. Kings Mountain led briefly 6-3 before the Crest five began a 21-2 scoring run to close out the first half. The Patriots battled back to get within 10 points in the final minutes of the game. Leading scorers for KMMS were Zeke “Microwave” Cannedy with 19 points. He also led the team with five rebounds. He hit 7 of 12 shots, including 5 of 10 from three-point land. Rashaard Brooks scored two points and had three assists and three steals. AJ
Richardson had two points and four rebounds, and Jake Lloyd closed out the scoring with his first point at the middle school level. Richardson and Jalil Ward led the KM defense. On Thursday, the Patriots fell to 0-2 with a 50-19 loss to Shelby. KM got off to a slow start as Shelby scored the fist eight points of the game on its way to a 12-2 lead at the quarter break. “Our boys could not find a shooting rhythm,” Cole noted. “Too many turnovers led to several quick fast-break points for the Blue Devils.” Cannedy again led the Patriots with nine points and three rebounds. Brooks had four points, Dylan Platt two, Deshun Corry three, and Lloyd one point and the only KM assist of the game. Amari Smith contributed three rebounds. KM was scheduled to play at East Lincoln yesterday and will host Lincolnton on Thursday.
Eli Paysour drives for two points in Kings Mountain’s win over Burns Friday night.
KM’s Adrian Delph goes in for a reverse lay-up in last week’s win over Forestview.
SPORTS THIS WEEK Thur., Jan. 11 4:15 – Middle School basketball, Kings Mountain at Lincolnton. Fri., Jan. 12 4:30 – High school basketball, Kings Mountain at Crest (JV boys, followed by varsity girls and varsity boys) TBA – High school wrestling, Burns and Forestview at Kings Mountain. Sat., Jan. 13 TBA – High school indoor track and field, Kings Mountain projected state qualifiers in JDL invitational in Winston Salem.
TBA – High school wrestling, Mountaineer Duals at KMHS. Tues., Jan 16 4:30 – High school basketball, Kings Mountain at Shelby (JV boys, followed by varsity girls and varsity boys). Wed., Jan. 17 TBA – High school indoor track and field, Kings Mountain in Polk County Polar Bear in Columbus. TBA – High school wrestling, Kings Mountain and Ashbrook at Stuart Cramer. Kings Mountain’s Isaiah Grier puts in a lay-up in Friday’s win over Burns at KMHS.
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KM swimmers win Cleveland County Kings Mountain High swim teams swept the Cleveland County Meet last week at Neisler Natatorium. Kings Mountain had a combined point total of 664 to Shelby’s 457. Crest scored 315. First place winners for Kings Mountain were: 200 yard medley relay – Maddy Demetro, Katie Tucker, Abby Wang, Rileigh Hazen. 200 yard freestyle – Alex Yates. 200 yard IM – Rileigh Hazen. 50 yard freestyle – Katie Tucker. 50 yard freestyle – Tristan Stenger. 100 yard butterfly –
Abby Wang. 100 yard freestyle – Maddy Demetro. 100 yard freestyle – Dane Skeith. 500 yard freestyle – Rileigh Hazen, 100-yard backstroke – Maddy Demetro. 100 yard backsgtrong – Tristan Stenger. 100 yard breaststroke – Katie Tucker. 100 yard breaststroke – Sam Rohan. 400 yard freestyle relay – Alex Yates, Maddy Demetro, Abby Wang, Rileigh Hazen. 400 yard freestyle relay – Dane Skeith, Chase Brown, Gabe Stroup, Tristan Stenger.
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KM wrestlers beat North Gaston Kings Mountain High’s wrestlers defeated North Gaston and in a Big South 3A wrestling match last week at Donald L. Parker Gymnasium. 126 – Darrell Whitaker (KM) won by forfeit; 132 – Dayvion Downs (KM) d. Jason Oliva (NG) fall; 138 – Trent Dixon (NG) d. Jordan Lineberger (KM) fall; 145 – Nathan Groves (KM) d. Hunter Adams (NG) 1211; 152 – Trey Crawford (KM) d. Wes Parker (NG) fall; 160 – Reese Reinhardt (KM) d. Justin Hinson (NG) fall; 170 – Joe Ruffalo (KM) won by forfeit; 182 – Chanden Morgan (KM) won by forfeit; 195 – Double forfeit; 220 – Andrew Austin (KM) d. Ethan Moss (NG) 4-0; 285 – Rodelle Bishop
Kings Mountain’s Dayvion Downs works on a victory over North Gaston’s Jason Oliva in last week’s Big South opener at Parker Gym. (KM) d. Justi Dunavant (NG) fall; 106 –Chance Cottingham (NG) d. Koby
Rikard (KM) major dec. 9-1; 113 – Abraham Carpenter (NG) d. Aiden Wil-
Nathan Groves of Kings Mountain defeated North Gaston’s Hunter Adams in a tightly-contested match last week at Parker Gym.
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RJ Bishop of Kings Mountain was a big winner of Justin Dunavant of North Gaston in last week’s wrestling match at KMHS.
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Gage Moore of Kings Mountain works on a big win over North’s Beau Carpenter.
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BETHWARE CONCERT – Third and Fourth graders at Bethware Elementary School presented their annual Christmas concert Dec. 12, 2017. The program featured a variety of styles of music and live instruments. The concert was directed by Susan Gray.
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Biz Hub startup a great idea for a ready-made office space by MICHAEL E. POWELL Special to the Herald For those up and coming entrepreneurs who need office space but don’t really need to go out and buy or rent such, two local folks might just have what you’re looking for. It’s an idea whose time has indeed come, and they want their neighbors in the surrounding communities and counties to know about it and where, and why, they’re here. Owners/operators Jeff and Julie Weathers hope the more exposure their idea gets, the more clients they will be able to help out across a wide range of not just the local geography from towns nearby, but by growing local businesses as well. Jeff, who also owns Integrity Bookkeeping Services in Shelby, and wife Julie, who is a production and graphics designer for Community First Media, said they opened Biz Hub in August 2017, after it taking them roughly six weeks to update the existing building, which was formerly the MetLife Building in Shelby. The business is located at 407 North Lafayette Street. Said Julie, “We describe this business as ‘Shelby’s premier Coworking Space’, and our motto, is ‘empowering entrepreneurs’.” Jeff agreed, adding, “It also serves as a conference/ meeting place as well. We have smart TVs, Wi-Fi, wireless printers, that can be used by small busi-
nesses and entrepreneurs as they need it.” Jeff said conference room space can be reserved by the hour, day, week. Though they have only been open since August, Julie said their business has grown thanks to skillful advertising, seeing their sign outside their building, and of course, by word of mouth from their satisfied clients. The couple have no plans to franchise Biz Hub, but are reaching out to the nearby communities of Gastonia, Cherryville, Kings Mountain, or Lincolnton, or any other Cleveland, Gaston, and Lincoln County communities, to let business types in need of office space know they are here for them and their small business needs. Julie noted that, as per their brochure, people needing a “comfortable, professional work space for an hour, a day, week, month, which includes business-class Internet, access to copier/scanner/ printer(s)”, they can find all that at Biz Hub, and all for a great price. “We believe we have what they’re looking for,” she said. “the private office space, conference or meeting rooms, flexible work spaces, plus we even have complimentary beverages.” Thanks to team member Josh Shuford, who works for Integrity Bookkeeping, they have on-site staff for Biz Hub. Josh helps Julie and Jeff by being there, as he said, “pretty much all the time.”
Julie said she sees 2018 as being a big year for entrepreneurs, by the message their sign conveyed 2018... new year, new ideas, and new opportunities. Jeff, who also teaches Quickbooks classes at three community colleges (Cleveland Community, Isothermal Community, and Catawba Valley in Hickory), founded Integrity Bookkeeping Services in 2008, he said, adding that he had the idea for Biz Hub, or something very much like it, “for years.” Julie agreed, adding, “We’re giving entrepreneurs the tools they need to succeed, and we try to make Biz Hub a professional environment for them.” Currently they list eight member/clients but they are continuing to grow that list. As for the duo, the separation of work is that for Julie it’s all about the hospitality and creativity aspects of the business, as in “the helping people” side of things. She noted that Jeff’s strong points are business planning, numbers, and the conceptualization side of things. Julie said she feels like the Lord is looking out for them and is guiding them down this business pathway. As for computers, Julie said they don’t provide those, so the business professional will have to bring in their own, especially if your work absolutely involves such a need. Julie said Biz Hub Coworkers are, “Independent
Owners/operators of Shelby’s newest business for businesses, Jeff and Julie Weathers, of BizHub, a Coworking Space in Shelby, N.C.
Josh Shuford, manages the on-site day to day operation for Biz Hub, and also works for Jeff’s business, Integrity Bookkeeping Services. (photo by MEP/The Eagle) together, motivated, happy, and productive, and creative.” For more information on
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Cleveland Community College President’s List honor roll for Fall semester 2017 Cleveland Community College has announced its President’s List honor roll for fall semester 2017. To be named to the President’s List, students must carry a minimum of 12 credit hours and receive a perfect 4.0 grade point average. The following students were named to the President’s List. Ryan Adams, Nathan Alewine, Clayton Atkinson, Benjamin Beaver Gabriel Biggerstaff, Jessica Black, Jodi Blanton, Jason Boaze, Jessica Boles, Ashley Bradshaw, Jackqueline Bradshaw, McKenzie Brady, Parker Brothers, Kelly Buckton, Brandon Bunn, Samantha Byars, Lydia Boyd, Emily Cantera, Britany Carico, Brandon Carroll, Kindra Chambers, Kirsten Childers, Ralph Childers, Aswathy Cinu, Daniel Cisneros, Misty Clayton, Phillipe Coley, Jonathan Condrey, Benjamin Cothran, Kaylin Craine, Joy Davis, Clayton Dellinger, Abigail Deveney, Abigail
Donu, Matthew Dyer, Jasmine Fernandez, Emily Freeman, Ashley Gagnon, Caley Gates, Emily Gilbert, Rudy Gonzalez Miranda, William Graf, Brooklyn Green, Linda Gregory, Abigail Hamrick, Brandon Hamrick, James Hamrick II, Kenneth Hamrick, Victoria Hanke, Annie Harris, Deann Harris, Jordan Hawkins, James Hefner, Candice Hill, Tina Hobbs, Ashlea Hodge, Keisha Hollifield, Daniel Hope, Kristi Houston, Nicholas Howell, Barrett Huffstetler, Isaac Hunt, Carmen Hunter, Sylvia Hyde, Jordan Jones, Cameron Kane, Sarah Keener Also: Pratakshya Khadka, Alexander Koeppel, Lindsey Lane, John Lattimore, Gregory Lebelt, Victoria Ledbetter, Daniel Little, Amiee Littlejohn, Hannah Longwell, Dereck Luckadoo, Kaitlynne Lynch, Luiza Mall, Benjamin Massie II, Sara Mayes, Cynthia Mayo, Lauren McAdams, Dwight McGuire Jr., Carly McMillan, Karan Mirchandani, Donna
Moore, James Nelson, Megan Nichols, Ansley Pack, Eugene Page, Corey Parkman, Ruchi Patel, Virginia Pearson, Kristian Postell, Freezejahna Proctor, Victoria Rains, Victoria Rivera, Tyler Ross, Allison Rudisill, Shallin Santos, Matthew Scoggins, Michael Sherrill, Austin Sipes, Nathan Sipes, Hunter Sizemore, Kelsi Skinner, Christian Smith, Lisa Smith. Also: Genesis Staton, Jonathan Staton, Allison Stepp, Brooke Stevens, Ronnie Stokes, Christopher Stone, MacEnzie Swink, Robert Taylor, Benjamin Teague, Mindy Tessneer, Bradley Thompson, Zachary Travis, Anthony Vagnozzi, Jordane Velez, Mason Walker, Joseph Wall, Krystal Welsh, Hayden Whetstine, Danielle Whisnant, Alexis Wideman, Charla Wilson, Louis Wilson, Jeremiah Woodall, Madison Wray, Alexandra Wright, Morgan Wright, Kathrine Yarulin and Natalia Yarulin.
Queen on Honor Roll Justin Queen of Kings Mountain is listed on the Fall honor roll at Brevard College where he is a student. To qualify for the honor roll a student must complete 12 semester hours with a grade point average of 3.0 to 3.49.
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Cadet Vagnozzi earns his wings and makes first solo flight Airport, mentorship and guidance from Squadron Commander Lt. Mark Motto, Aerospace Education enrichment and support from Capt. Randy Patterson, and most of all, Instructor Pilot and mentor Capt. Cheryl Stearns. Cadet Vagnozzi said he couldn't have had a better instructor and looks forward to a career in aviation. In American aviation lore, the traditional removal of a new pilot's shirttail is a sign of the instructor's new confidence in his student after successful completion of the first solo flight. In the days of tandem trainers, the student sat in the front seat, with the instructor behind. As there were often no radios in these early days of aviation, the instructor
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Wednesday, January 10, 2018
Dean’s list students at CCC for 2017 fall semester Dean’s List students for the fall semester 2017 have been announced by Cleveland Community College. To be named to the Dean’s List a student must carry a minimum of 12 credit hours and achieve a grade point average of at least 3.5. The honored students are: Sheila Anderson, Sherry Asbury, Jasmine Banner, Debra Beaty, Donetta Bess, Miranda Blanton, Emily Bolton, Seth Brackett, Jon Brewer, Jessica Brown, James Burke, Kaitlynn Cannon, Erica Carver, Bryson Cash, Melissa Cash, Elisha Causby, Summer Causby, Sean Clark, Kayla Condrey, Johnny Cook, Chelsea Dellinger, Lauren Dellinger, Jada Donaldson, Sarah Downs, Devin Edwards, Alexa Emery, Melanie Ezell, Daphne Forney, Caitlyn Fortenberry, Lela Garner, Sloan Gaultney, Jennifer George, McKenzie Gibson, Qunita Gladney, Elizabeth Glance, Brittany Green, Saniyya Green, Jason Greene Skyler Hackett, Cameron Hagler, Keith Hambright, Richard Hamrick, Tucker Hamrick. Also: Michaela Hardin, Victor Harris, Ciara Haynes, Hannah Head, Jacob Head, Tori Helton, Farah Hendricks-Doucet, Dustin Henry, Tina Henry, David Hensley, Johnathan Henson, Destinee Hill, Rachel Holiday, Quinton Holtsclaw, Hannah Hope, Taylor Huss, August Jones, Cassey Jones, Corbin Jones, Julius Jones IV, Emily Keener, Jacob Keener, Donna Kostiuk, Shannon Laney, Katherine Le, Jennifer Ledbetter, Jalen Lewis,
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State Employees Credit Union gives $101,000 to charities Raleigh, N.C. – State Employees’ Credit Union (SECU) again joined efforts with North Carolina state employees in providing financial support for charities through the 2017 State Employees Combined Campaign (SECC). Pledges and donations from SECU employees totaled more than $101,000—a record annual amount! Credit Union members provided additional support through the SECU Foundation by funding the cost of the SECC Giving Guide, which lists the more than 900 charitable organizations eligible to receive contributions. “SECU’s 2017 participation in the State Employees Combined Campaign continues their long tradition of support for charities in North Carolina and beyond,” shared Laura Marx, 2017 SECC Campaign Team Lead. “The culture of caring for local communities is evident each and every year, and we want to thank every SECU donor on behalf of the recipients
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Winter Safety Tips from the Health Department (Shelby, NC)—The Cleveland County Public Health Center would like to remind everyone during these extremely cold winter days that if you are cold, your pets probably are too. Follow these winter safety tips to help keep you and your family, including your pets, warm and safe. Heat Your Home Safely: More home fires are started in the winter by heating equipment than any other cause. Portable and electric space heaters are the most dangerous. If you plan to use a wood stove, fireplace, or space heater, be extremely careful. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions and remember these safety tips: • Use fireplace, wood stoves, or other combustion heaters only if they are properly vented to the outside and do not leak gas into the indoor air space. • Do not burn paper in a fireplace. • Ensure adequate ventilation if you must use a kerosene heater. • Use only the type of fuel your heater is designed to use—don’t substitute. • Do not place a space heater within 3 feet of anything that may catch on fire, such as drapes, furniture, or bedding, and never cover your space heater. • Never place a space heater on top of furniture or near water. • Never leave children unattended near a space heater. • Make sure that the cord of an electric space heater is
not a tripping hazard but do not run the cord under carpets or rugs. • Avoid using extension cords to plug in your space heater. • If your space heater has a damaged electrical cord or produces sparks, do not use it. • Store a multipurpose, dry-chemical fire extinguisher near the area to be heated. • Protect yourself from carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning by installing a battery-operated CO detector and never using generators, grills, camp stoves, or similar devices indoors. Cook Safely: • Never use a charcoal or gas grill indoors—the fumes are deadly. • Never use an electric generator indoors, inside the garage, or near the air intake of your house because of the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning. • Plug in appliances to the generator using individual heavy-duty, outdoor-rated cords. • Do not use the generator or appliances if they are wet because of the risk of electrocution. • Do not store gasoline indoors where the fumes could ignite. Help Protect Your Pets: Whether pets are indoor or outdoor pets, their safety is at higher risk due to the cold, harsh conditions this winter and require extra attention. Here are some helpful tips to keep your pets safe, comfort-
able and warm this season: • Keep your animals inside. If left outdoors, pets can freeze, become disoriented, lost, stolen, injured or killed. It is unlawful under Cleveland County Ordinance for any owner to fail to provide his animals with proper shelter and protection from the weather. Furthermore, County Ordinance requires tethered animals to have access to appropriate shelter. • Make sure your companion animal has a warm place to sleep off the floor and away from all drafts. A cozy dog or cat bed with a warm blanket or pillow is perfect. • Don’t leave pets alone in a car during cold weather, as cars can act as refrigerators that hold in the cold and cause animals to freeze to death. Cleveland County Ordinance states it is unlawful for any person to leave an animal within a closed car, truck or other vehicle for a duration or at such temperatures as an animal control officer shall, in his sole discretion, deem to be harmful or potentially harmful to the animal. • Keep your home humidified and towel dry your pet as soon as he comes inside if wet. Repeatedly coming out of the cold into the dry heat of your home can cause itchy, flaking skin. • Never shave your dog down to the skin in winter, as a longer coat will provide more warmth. If your dog is long-haired, simply trim him. If your dog is short-haired, consider getting him a coat or sweater with a high collar
or turtleneck with coverage from the base of the tail to the belly. • Prevent poisonings. Like coolant, antifreeze is a lethal poison for dogs and cats. Be sure to thoroughly clean up any spills from your vehicle, and consider using products that contain propylene glycol rather than ethylene glycol. • Pets burn extra energy by trying to stay warm in wintertime. Feeding your pet a little bit more during the cold weather months can provide much-needed calories, and making sure she has plenty of water to drink will help keep her well-hydrated and her skin less dry. • Bathe your pets as little as possible during cold spells. Washing too often can remove essential oils and increase the chance of developing dry, flaky skin. During this particularly harsh winter season, we are presented with many safety challenges both indoors and out. Being prepared and following these simple safety tips can help you and your pets stay safe and warm this winter season. For more information on winter safety, you may visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s website at http://www. bt.cdc.gov/disasters/winter/ guide.asp. For more information on how to keep your pets safe during the winter, you may visit the American Veterinary Medical Association website at https://www.avma. org/public/PetCare/Pages/ Cold-weather-pet-safety. aspx.
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of these donations. We are also very fortunate to have support from the SECU Foundation.” The SECC provides state personnel and government retirees with a convenient and trusted way to support causes that have the power to make a difference. This year’s contributions added more than $3.6 million to SECC’s cumulative tally of over $103 million since the program’s inception 31 years ago. Jimmy Goodrum, SECU Senior Vice President of Member Education and Outreach commented, “This year’s SECC contributions and pledges by SECU employees exceeded our expectations. Their generosity is a true example of the credit union ‘People Helping People®’ philosophy put into action. We’re proud to be part of this annual statewide event supported by fellow North Carolinians who raise millions of dollars for community services provided by local non-profits.”
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Cleveland County Juvenile Prevention Council announces $277,984 in funds available The Cleveland County Juvenile Crime Prevention Council announces the availability of $277,984 in intervention and prevention funds for services to youths most at risk of court involvement. JCPC funds require a local cash or in-kind match of 20%. Based on the JCPC planning process conducted to date, the continuum of program services and structures needed in this county have been identified to be the following: Parent/Family Skill Building Residential Service Programs: Temporary Crisis Shelter/Foster Care Interpersonal Skill Building Substance Abuse Counseling/Treatment Assessment Services: Clinical/Psychological, Substance Abuse, Sex Offender Specific Home Based Family Coun-
seling Mental Health Counseling Community Service/Restitution Mentoring Teen Court Mediation/Conflict Resolution Any organization interested in applying is required to attend a mandatory orientation meeting on Friday, January 19 at 10:00 am in Room 387 of the Public Health Department. Local public agencies, 501(c)3 non-profit corporations and local housing authorities wishing to submit applications for programs to provide any of these intervention services will need to access application forms and other necessary information from the NC ALLIES website with instructions at http://www. ncdps.gov/Juvenile-Justice/ Community-Programs/Juve-
nile-Crime-Prevention-Councils/ Program-Agreement-Information or by calling Linda Graney at the Area Office of the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention at 828-2964743. Private non-profits are also required to submit No Over Due Tax forms, Conflict of Interest Policy, and proof of 501(c)(3) status. The Cleveland County Juvenile Crime Prevention Council announces the availability of $277,984 in intervention and prevention funds for services to youths most at risk of court involvement. JCPC funds require a local cash or in-kind match of 20%. Based on the JCPC planning process conducted to date, the continuum of program services and structures needed in this county have been identified to be the following:
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Parent/Family Skill Building Residential Service Programs: Temporary Crisis Shelter/Foster Care Interpersonal Skill Building Substance Abuse Counseling/Treatment Assessment Services: Clinical/Psychological, Substance Abuse, Sex Offender Specific Home Based Family Counseling Mental Health Counseling Community Service/Restitution Mentoring Teen Court Mediation/Conflict Resolution Any organization interested in applying is required to attend a mandatory orientation meeting on Friday, January 19 at 10:00 am in Room 387 of the Public Health Department. Local public agencies,
501(c)3 non-profit corporations and local housing authorities wishing to submit applications for programs to provide any of these intervention services will need to access application forms and other necessary information from the NC ALLIES website with instructions at http://www. ncdps.gov/Juvenile-Justice/ Community-Programs/Juvenile-Crime-Prevention-Councils/ Program-Agreement-Information or by calling Linda Graney at the Area Office of the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention at 828-2964743. Private non-profits are also required to submit No Over Due Tax forms, Conflict of Interest Policy, and proof of 501(c)(3) status. Program Applications are to be submitted electronically by February 20, 2018 at 1:00 p.m. A copy of the application should
also be sent to Margie Christopher at mcchcc@charlotte. twcbc.com and a copy of the most recent agency audit should be attached. Interviews with the program committee will be scheduled February 23 for all applicants. For more information please call Margie Christopher at 704-4842558. Program Applications are to be submitted electronically by Feb. 20, 2018 at 1:00 p.m. A copy of the application should also be sent to Margie Christopher at mcchcc@charlotte. twcbc.com and a copy of the most recent agency audit should be attached. Interviews with the program committee will be scheduled February 23 for all applicants. For more information please call Margie Christopher at 704-4842558.
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Bessemer City Welcomes Dhollandia N.V. The City of Bessemer City, Gaston County, the Gaston County Economic Development Commission (EDC), State officials, and other regional partners are pleased to welcome the establishment of Dhollandia N.V. in Bessemer City! Dhollandia N.V. is a Belgium-based global company. Dhollandia N.V. plans to invest $30,000,000 over a five (5) year period to construct an advance manufacturing facility in the South Ridge Business Park. This location will be the company’s North American corporate office. The company plans to create at least two-hundred (200) new jobs beginning in 2018 through 2021. The average wage of $46,100 per year is higher than the county average, which is $38,438.Bessemer City is extremely excited about this new project as Bessemer City continues to grow business, create new jobs, and better the quality of life for citizens. Mayor Becky S. Smith said “I am especially glad that the South Ridge Business Park was chosen for
the Dhollandia N.V.’s newest facility. Landing this project in Bessemer City shows that our small town can produce large outcomes with the partnership between the City, Gaston County EDC and all others involved. Bessemer City offers many amenities to businesses including our close proximity to Interstate 85 and the Charlotte-Douglas International Airport. Bessemer City strives to offer businesses a prime environment and one that exemplifies small community character and hospitality. We believe our community is the best of both worlds with preserving our quaint character but also providing international businesses like Dhollandia N.V. opportunities for success. This is the best present that any community could hope for during the season of Christmas” said Bessemer City Mayor Becky Smith. Adding, “On behalf of my fellow members of City Council, I want to officially welcome Dhollandia to the City with A Heart – Bessemer City. The Bessemer City
community, including elected officials and City Staff show hospitality like no other; we are very excited for Dhollandia N. V. to be joining our growing business community. This is the culmination of many hours work on the part of many folks. The City consistently works with the County to provide a high level of service to attract quality companies. Our staff will continue to provide service beyond the first day of operation.” Mayor Smith added, “Bessemer City understands the meaning of a life-long
partnership with industry and our staff strives to provide the best service to all of our customers. We appreciate Dhollandia N.V. choosing Bessemer City for their newest operation and want to make certain that their experience with Bessemer City is a positive one and will be like no other. We are looking forward to continuing to see Bessemer City grow.” Want to know more about Dhollandia N.V? Visit their website at: http://www.dhollandia.be/.
Bessemer City Community News & Updates Consider Volunteering for 2018 Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday The City of Bessemer City administrative offices and City Hall will be closed Monday, January 15, 2018 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Dr. King is widely regarded as America’s prominent advocate of nonviolence and one of the greatest nonviolent leaders in world history. Drawing inspiration from both his Christian faith and the peaceful teachings of Mahatma Gandhi, Dr. King led a nonviolent movement in the late 1950’s and ‘60s to
achieve legal equality for African-Americans in the United States. While others were advocating for freedom by “any means necessary,” including violence, Martin Luther King, Jr. used the power of words and acts of nonviolent resistance, such as protests, grassroots organizing, and civil disobedience to achieve seemingly-impossible goals. He went on to lead similar campaigns against poverty and international conflict, always maintaining fi-
delity to his principles that men and women everywhere, regardless of color or creed, are equal members of the human family. So join millions around the world and take the MLK Challenge right here in Bessemer City! MLK Challenge participants honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King through a day of service, reflection, and education. So reach out to a local non-profit and sign up to volunteer on your day off!
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Caring for a patient or family member with Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementia? Join us at the Kiser Senior Center on January 22, 2018 – 11:00 a.m. – Noon for a program presented by Tiffany Long, from the UNC School of Medicine. The program is open to all and is especially keyed towards families and caregivers desiring information about dementia. This free will include information on: types of dementia, treatment, behavioral changes and management, potentially harmful medications, respite and caregiver support, and resources. Make plans now to join us. Call to register at 704-729-6465.
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