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ACE Party Band to RED, WHITE AND BOOM! highlight RED, WHITE Kings Mountain to celebrate Independence Day, July 3 and BOOM Celebration Two Celebrations… One City

Celebrate our nation’s independence in an all-new way as the City of Kings Mountain presents Red, White, and Boom!

On Saturday, July 3, 2021, the City will produce two events simultaneously to honor our country on its 245th birthday and you get to choose which celebration you and your family will attend.

Bring your family to Patriots Park in Downtown Kings Mountain for food trucks, inflatables, and live music from Cleveland County’s own ACE Party Band from 6:30pm – 9:30pm. For the first time ever, an amazing patriotic laser light show will take over Patriots Park at 9:45pm!

The City of Kings Mountain will present their signature, unrivaled fireworks display at 9:45pm as well from the Deal Park Walking Track (located behind the YMCA) with music that syncs to your radio at 101.1 FM. Whether you choose to celebrate from Patriots Park (220 South Railroad Avenue) or the Deal Park Walking Track (211 North Cleveland Avenue), Red, White and

Boom in Kings Mountain will be a blast.

For more information on both Red, White and Boom celebrations, contact the City of Kings Mountain’s Special Events Department at 704-730-2101, or visit their website at www.KingsMountainEvents.Com.red-whiteboom. You may also visit their Facebook page at @ cityofkmspecialevents.

See ad on page 8A for details.

Band to appear at Liberty Falls Amphitheatre, July 3, 2021

ACE Party Band will perform at Kings Mountain’s Red, White and Boom Celebration on Saturday, July 3.

Cleveland County’s own ACE Party Band will highlight the City of Kings Mountain’s Red, White and Boom Celebration scheduled for July 3, 2021 at Patriots Park.

For the first time ever, ACE will appear at Liberty Falls Amphitheatre performing music from all genres spanning over the past 50 years, from Beach and Motown, to Top 40s, Pop,

Rock, Hip Hop, R&B, and Country.

Bring your lawn chair, but be prepared to dance!

This diverse group of talented musicians is guaranteed to get you up on your feet.

The Red, White and Boom Celebration will begin at 6:00pm with ACE Party Band taking the stage at 6:30pm.

Patriots Park is located at

220 South Railroad Avenue, Kings Mountain.

For more information on ACE Party Band or the Red White and Boom Celebration, contact the City of Kings Mountain’s Special Events Department at 704-730-2101, or visit their website at www.KingsMountainEvents.Com.redwhite-boom. You may also visit their Facebook page at @cityofkmspecialevents.

Take a peek inside City council approves $ the new casino 50.57 million budget

By Loretta Cozart

Last Thursday, representatives from Delaware North and the Catawba Nation welcomed the media to Catawba Two Kings Casino Resort located at 538 Kings Mountain Blvd. Approximately 25 media representatives from area newspapers, news magazines, and local television stations converged on the site to participate in the event.

The 14,700 sq. foot prelaunch facility was abuzz with workers installing gaming machines.

Delaware North’s Chuck Kilroy, General Manager of the facility, shared that 257 slot machines had been installed. By the end of that day, he projected another 117 would be installed.

By Loretta Cozart In a budget Public Hearing held on Tuesday, June 15, City of Kings Mountain council members approved appropriating $50,572,330 (Fifty Million, Five Hundred, seventy-two Thousand, three hundred, thirty Dollars)

council, City Manager Marilyn Sellers said, “This budget is very responsible, it identifies the revenue and expenditures that are necessary to maintain and improve the present level of service to our citizens and customers, meets all state and federal mandates, See BUDGET, Page 5A

The most popular gaming machines are available at the casino, including Buffalo.

Photos by Loretta Cozart Sometime during this week all 500 machines should be in place.

The prelaunch facility is being constructed from 23 modular units placed sideby-side to form one large room. The gaming area is

about 14,700 square feet and the Administration area is about 4,200 square feet.

The remaining six units will be used for an Administrative area and for restrooms.

This first piece of the casino See CASINO, Page 2A

Illuminated Market downtown June 26 The second Illuminated Market, comprised of local artisans and vendors, will be held on Saturday, June 26, from 5 to 9 pm. “Our inaugural Illuminated Event was a huge success! With over 20 vendors, music and giveaways, the attendees and vendors were a happy

for operating and capital expenses of the city government and its activities for the 2021 – 2022 Fiscal Year beginning July 1. Councilman David Allen was absent for the meeting and Councilman Jimmy West cast the only dissenting vote.

In her remarks to city

bunch!,” said Cobb Lahti, owner of Uncommon Artisans.

“We’re planning our second event for this Saturday, from 5-9 pm, co-sponsored by the Main Street Program of the City of Kings Mountain. Our event is held in downtown Kings Mountain on West Mountain Street.

This event includes food trucks, music, and face painting. It is free to attend and kid and dog friendly.”

“The downtown Kings Mountain area will be hopping that night, with a fundraiser concert for local venue, The Rooster, happening at the Joy Theatre down the street from the Illuminated Market. The concert will feature local musical groups as it raises money for the completion of a live music venue planned for downtown Gastonia, NC,” Lahti said.

See MARKET, Page 2A

This reclaimed barn and property off Shelby Road, Hwy. 74 West, is David and Marie Brinkley’s new wedding and event venue called Turkey Ridge.

Photo by Loretta Cozart

Turkey Ridge event venue slated to open in September

By Loretta Cozart Last week, David and Marie Brinkley gave the Herald a tour of their newest project, Turkey Ridge, a wedding and corporate event venue located at 4907 E. Dixon Blvd in Kings

Mountain, on the right before you cross Buffalo Creek going to Shelby.

“About a year and a half ago we tried to buy this property, but the couple said the property had sold and they were moving to Florida. A short time later,

the woman called saying that the guy who made the offer didn’t have the money.

So Marie and I bought it.”

“This land had been a horse farm and stable. We decided to keep the 8,000 sq. ft. barn and replace the See VENUE, Page 5A

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■ OBITUARIES

Sherry Jean Short

KINGS MOUNTAIN, NC – Sherry Chaney Short, 83, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on June 18, 2021 at Atrium Health Cabarrus in Concord, NC. She was born on August 10, 1937 in Cleveland County, NC, daughter of the late Reverend Robert Lattie and Winnie Moss Chaney and was preceded in death by her husband of 45 years, Loyd Short, by four brothers, Grady Lee, Robert Howard, Johnny Lee and Jack Chaney and six sisters, Lucille Chaney Gladden, Loretta Chaney, Peggy Chaney, Martha Sue Rhea, Edith Chaney Millwood, and Doretha “Sis” Chaney. She was also preceded in death by her son, Mark Short.

Sherry worked with her sisters who owned and operated Peggy’s Restaurant of Kings Mountain for twenty-five years where patrons could enjoy old fashioned home cooking and where many became like family.

She was a lifetime member of Second Baptist Church where her father served as minister. While she enjoyed movies and television, from cop shows to horror movies, what brought her the most joy in life was her family, especially her grandchildren on whom she doted.

She is survived by her son, Chris Short and his wife Lynn of Kings Mountain, and her grandchildren, Chad Short, Tyler Short, Brandy Short, Brett Short, Craig Short, Stephanie Broome, and Amanda Willis, all of Kings Mountain, and Casey Short and his wife Victoria of Tarboro, NC. She is also survived by her 20 great-grandchildren, one great-great-grandchild and many nieces and nephews.

Funeral service will be held on Wednesday, June 23, 2021 at 2:00 PM in the Ollie Harris Memorial Chapel with Reverend Casey Short officiating.

Visitation was held on Tuesday, June 22, 2021 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Harris Funeral Home.

Interment will be in Mountain Rest Cemetery, Kings Mountain, NC. Guest register is available at: www.harrisfunerals.com.

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

MARKET From Page 1A While walking between events, local restaurant 133 West will feature music on the patio on West Mountain Street, and locally owned Scoops Ice Cream will be serving their freshly made ice creams, sorbets, and handmade shakes on Railroad Avenue. Revolution Brewhouse will serve adult-beverages and live music at their venue on Battleground Avenue.

For more information about our events or to become a vendor, contact events@uncommonartisans.net or call 704-2719661.

Wednesday, June 23, 2021

Cleveland County Chamber announces new Executive Director After a nationwide search culminating in June this year, the Cleveland County Chamber of Commerce Board has named Christine Cribb as the new Executive Director. Christine is set to begin her position on July 6, 2021.

“The Search Committee worked diligently to find the right person with the skills, talent, experience and vision to lead our Chamber,” said Chris Monroe, chair of the Chamber’s Board of Directors. “We had a deep talent pool of applicants. With Christine’s solid background as a Chamber leader as well as her energy, drive and professional spirit, it is clear that she is the right person to lead Cleveland County’s Chamber.”

Christine comes from Washington State, where she served as Executive Director of the Greater Oak Harbor Chamber of Commerce. She prides herself on cultivating healthy, long-lasting relationships with businesses large and small. Her driving focus is simply stated: to serve her community and help businesses succeed.

During her five-year tenure as Executive Di-

BUDGET From Page 1A maintains our tax and utility rates at or below state and local average, invests in our employees, maintains responsible fund balances, has a responsible debt load, includes capital outlay and reserves for future capital outlay.”

“I feel that as a City we have made good decisions in the past and prepared for unforeseen circumstances and emergencies like we just experienced, and still are experiencing, but we still want to remain cautious and responsible and be good stewards of our fund balances that have taken years to build,” Sellers said. “So I recommend to carry forward the same concept that we have in the current budget which is to monitor revenues and approve budget amendments throughout the year as the situation warrants. We have some uncertainties in additional revenues sources that guidelines are still to be determined along with incentives that are yet to be determined.”

The city manager also explained that FY 21-22 debt payments are $2.79 million and the total longterm debt beyond next fiscal year for all funds is approximately $26.4 million, the majority of that is the water infrastructure loan which is interest free. “Those numbers are principal only and our debt is extremely low,” she said.

Budget recommendation highlights show no change in property taxes, no changes to the city’s General Fund fees, no changes to city employees for health insurance, and no employee additions for the 2021 – 2022 fiscal year.

Additional highlights include no electric rate increase, no water rate increase, no wastewater rate increase, and no stormwater rate increase.

While no increase was proposed for the gas rate, the city will review the rate during each month of the fiscal year and a rate increase, if warranted, may be proposed at any time during the fiscal budget year.

There are no proposed

CHRISTINE CRIBB Executive Director Cleveland Co. Chamber General Manager Chuck Kilroy, left, being interviewed by the media. rector, Christine increased membership by 118 percent, making the Oak Harbor Chamber the largest per capita of its kind in Washington State. She not only secured and increased grant awards with revolving three-year contacts, but she also established and funded reserve and capital improvement funds.

“We are thrilled to welcome Christine to the Chamber team,” said Tim Blackwell, chair of the Chamber’s Search Committee. “Her dynamic leadership will help drive the ongoing work of the Chamber to become the hub and unifying voice for the business community in Cleveland County.”

medical plan changes for Healthcare benefits for city employees and no increase in cost for medical.

Projected capital outlays from the General Fund that will be funded from general operations and require no financing include: City Hall Projects: $150,000, Payment Kiosk-billing: $50,000; Police Vehicles: $80,000, Fire-vehicle, mower: $50,000, Public Works – electronic entry system: $25,000; Library Roof Replacement: $130,000, Moss Lake (office roof and bathroom renovation: $57,000.

City Manager Sellers explained, a “2.5 % Cost of Living (increase) for employees is included. We delayed current year cost of living until February due to the uncertainty of the pandemic, but we definitely do not want to find ourselves falling behind after funding a 3 year market study. I also am recommending funding an outside consultant for a salary study. I hope to bring that cost back to you soon to evaluate but we also have to have a plan to fund. I would like a work session to talk about an updated salary study and funding along with looking at an updated personnel policy. We almost have a recommended product for your review and approval.”

Sellers concluded her presentation saying, “I have to say that KM is a very blessed City. I want to end by saying I want to thank my management team and their staff for working diligently to produce budget requests that are responsible. I am proud of our employees and the passion and pride they have for our community. Thank Nick Hendricks, Assistant city manager for his expertise in utilities and projects.

Thank Chris Costner, Finance Director for the financial expertise that he brings to the City. And also his staff for their commitment and dedication and the great audit reports we have received. Thank you to Council for your leadership and support and the difficult votes that you have to make to take our city forward.

This budget as presented tonight - if approved will be effective July 1, 2021.”

Media join Chuck Kilroy on the deck outside the casino to hear info regarding the vertical construction planned to break ground in January 2022.

Media interview Catawba Nation Assistant Chief Jason Harris during Media Day.

CASINO From Page 1A project is slated to open in early July, but a firm date has not been shared.

The smoke-free facility will be open 24 hours a day, seven days a week and will provide a snack bar, service bar, with an outside area for food trucks and dining.

Parking for 650 cars will be available with a capacity of 1,100 people. Smoking is not allowed inside the venue but will be allowed outside in designated areas.

The purpose of the prelaunch facility is to get things started while the permanent casino is being built. The next phase of construction, called the introductory phase, is slated to begin in January. This phase marks the beginning of vertical construction and will house approximately 1,360 slot machines when completed. The projected timeline for this phase is approximately one-year and should be finished in 2022.

In April, city council approved a zoning amendment relating to the Catawba Indian Nation Trust property allowing for a maximum height limitation of 130 feet at the site. That decision will facilitate the construction of Kings Mountain’s first parking garage. The exact height for the parking garage has not been set. It will be constructed in the lower area of the property,

as noted during the city council meeting by Delaware North representatives.

The final phase of the casino project will include a hotel, table games, and a resort, but no timeline has yet been set as to when that phase will begin. When completed, the total investment estimated by the Department of the Interior is $273 million dollars.

Kilroy announced that approximately 260 people were hired during two job fairs held in May at the LeGrand Center. “Most of

those jobs are full-time,” Kilroy said. “We hire people with upbeat personalities who have connections to the community. People think that working in a casino is like what you see in movies, like Ocean’s Eleven. It’s not. The people that work in casinos are real people who go home; they coach little league, and they lead Girl Scout troops.” It is estimated 2,600 people will be hired to work in Catawba Two Kings Casino Resort when construction is complete.

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Red Cross blood drive June 29 in KM Due to a nationwide severe blood shortage, a Red Cross blood drive has been scheduled for Kings Mountain on June 29, from 1:30 pm to 6 pm, at Swooger’s at 1016 Shelby Road.

A rise in the number of trauma cases, organ transplants and elective surgeries requiring blood products over recent months has depleted the nation’s blood inventory, causing the American Red Cross to appeal to the generosity of Americans for immediate action.

“The Red Cross is currently experiencing a severe blood shortage,” said Chris Hrouda, President of Red Cross Biomedical Services.

“Our teams are working around the clock to meet the extraordinary blood needs of hospitals and patients – distributing about 75,000 more blood products than expected over the past three months to meet demand – but we can’t do it without donors. Every two seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood.”

Right now, hospitals are responding to an atypically high number of traumas and emergency room visits. In comparison to 2019, the Red Cross has seen red cell demand from hospitals with trauma centers climb by 10% in 2021 – more than five times the growth of other facilities that provide transfusions. Twenty to 40% of trauma deaths that occur after hospital admission involve massive hemorrhaging. In these dire circumstances, doctors may need hundreds of blood products, depending on the severity of the trauma, to help save a life.

In addition, there is great hospital demand for blood as patients who previously deferred care during the COVID-19 pandemic present with more advanced disease progression, therefore requiring increased blood transfusions.

“Some hospitals are being forced to slow the pace of elective surgeries until the blood supply stabilizes, delaying crucial pa-

to complete their pre-donation reading and health history questionnaire online,

tient care. As we return to pre-pandemic activities and resume travel to visit loved ones, we want people to remember the needs of patients this summer and the power so many of us have to help save lives,” Hrouda added.

Patients need the help of the American people – please schedule an appointment to give blood or platelets as soon as possible by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1800-733-2767). All blood types are needed.

With less than half a day supply available of type O blood in recent weeks, there is an emergency need for type O donors. Type O is the most needed blood group by hospitals. Type O positive is the most transfused blood type and can be transfused to Rh-positive patients of any blood type. Type O negative is the universal blood type and what emergency room personnel reach for when there is no time to determine the blood type of patients in the most serious situations.

There is also an emergency need for platelets, the clotting portion of blood, which must be transfused within five days of donation.

Nearly half of all platelet donations are given to patients undergoing cancer treatments – a disease all too familiar to millions of Americans and their families.

Blood is perishable and cannot be stockpiled.

Those who come to donate with the Red Cross June 14 to 30 will receive a $5 Amazon.com gift card by email, thanks to our partners at Amazon.

on the day of their donation, before arriving at the blood drive. To get started, follow

the instructions at RedCrossBlood.org/RapidPass or use the Blood Donor App.

COVID-19 SAFETY Each Red Cross blood drive and donation center follows the highest standards of safety and infection control. Individuals who have received a COVID-19 vaccine are still eligible to donate blood and platelets.

Knowing the name of the manufacturer of the vaccine they receive is important in determining blood donation eligibility.

As more and more people are vaccinated and the number of COVID-19 cases significantly drops, these Red Cross safety guidelines — based on recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and Occupational Safety and Health Administration — are now in effect: • Fully vaccinated blood donors will no longer need to wear a mask or socially distance. If someone wishes to continue wearing a mask, they may do so.

• Non-vaccinated blood donors will continue to be required to wear a mask and socially distance for their safety and the safety of those around them.

A blood donor card or driver’s license or two other forms of identification are required at check-in. Individuals who are 17 years of age in most states (16 with parental consent where allowed by state law), weigh at least 110 pounds, and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood. High school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also have to meet certain height and weight requirements.

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German Industrial Automation Co. to build US headquarters in Gaston County KNOLL America Inc., a supplier of conveyor and filtration systems, will create 31 new jobs in Gaston County, Governor Roy Cooper announced last week. The company will invest more than $7.8 million to locate a new U.S. headquarters operations and manufacturing facility in Gaston County’s Apple Creek Corporate Park.

“We are excited to have another global manufacturer choose North Carolina for its headquarters,” said Governor Cooper. “This decision affirms our state’s reputation of having a strong manufacturing workforce and great quality of life.”

KNOLL America is the U.S. subsidiary for German-based KNOLL Maschinenbau GmbH. Founded by Walter Knoll in 1970, the company is family-owned and operated by second generation Matthias and Jürgen Knoll and globally employs more than 1,200 people.

KNOLL engineers, manufactures, and distributes premier conveying, filter systems and pumps for chips and cooling lubricants used in the metal processing industry. Their flexible assembly and transport systems complete the KNOLL product portfolio. KNOLL serves customers of all sizes from OEMs to end users to smaller distributors. The 60,000-square-foot headquarters operations and production facility will include a state-of-the-art training area, showroom, warehouse, and distribution center at the 12-acre site in Gaston County.

“We felt immediately very welcomed. Gaston County provides an excellent manufacturing environment for our needs. The close proximity to major interstates and airport allows us to service most customers within a day. We can engage with Gaston College in developing young skilled talent for our operation and support their apprenticeship program. The small-town community feeling is like the area where our Germany Headquarters is located,” said Lothar Burger, CEO of KNOLL America. “This investment is made possible because our owners

Matthias and Juergen Knoll believe in our local team and the strength of the North American market. This venture is part of their international initiative within the KNOLL Group.”

The North Carolina Department of Commerce led a team of partners in supporting KNOLL America’s decision to locate to North Carolina. The new positions will include technicians, assemblers, sales, administrative and distribution roles. The average annual salary for the new positions is $51,869 creating a potential payroll impact of more than $1.6 million per year.

Gaston County’s average annual salary is $42,018.

“Gaston County continues to attract foreign direct investment to the region with its successful global business community,” said N.C. Commerce Secretary Machelle Baker Sanders. “With North Carolina’s pipeline of world-class talent and a central location, we’re confident that KNOLL will continue to experience growth in North America.”

A performance-based grant of $75,000 from the One North Carolina Fund will help facilitate KNOLL America’s expansion. The One NC Fund provides financial assistance to local governments to help attract economic investment and to create jobs. Companies receive no money upfront and must meet job creation and capital investment targets to qualify for payment. All One NC grants require matching participation from local governments and any award is contingent upon that condition being met.

“This is an outstanding economic development win for our manufacturing economy,” said N.C. Representative John Torbett. “We are eager to partner with KNOLL America as they execute their growth strategy in Gaston County.”

“We’re excited to welcome KNOLL America to Gaston County,” said N.C. Senator Kathy Harrington. “This is a celebration for all of North Carolina as another international company has chosen to invest in our community.”

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The barn has an overhang at the front, providing the perfect place for brides to get in or out of a vehicle during inclement weather to protect their dress. Before you enter the barn itself, the Bride’s Room is to the left. Inside that space is ample room for the bride and bridesmaids to get ready. The space will have four vanities for hair and makeup, along with a full-length mirror to make sure everyone is picture perfect. Sofas for lounging and a private bathroom will fill out the space.

The groom and his groomsmen will also have a

From Page 1A roof, soffits, and siding. As the crew did the work, they kept telling me we should use the property for an event venue. So, I mentioned it to Marie, and we made a trip to the property again to consider the idea,” David said.

“When we arrived, there were 40 wild turkeys in the field, along with other animals. The view from the back of the property is spectacular, so we decided to take the advice and make this a wedding and corporate event venue.”

Once a horse barn, this 8,000 sq. ft. barn will be a gathering place for families and corporations to gather for events starting in September.

Once a horse barn, this 8,000 sq. ft. barn will be a gathering place for families and corporations to gather for events starting in September.

This outside gathering space is perfect for weddings or events. space for dressing and preparing for the ceremony.

“We planned the venue as if you were entering a church.

At the front there are huge sliding barn doors and inside that will be wall of glass with doors to access the facility.

When the bride prepares to enter, the barn doors will be rolled back and light will flood into the space as the bride makes her entrance,” David said. “The bride can then walk through the venue and out the back where guests and family await her arrival.”

At the rear of the barn, a center aisle is flanked on both sides by stone benches

This is the artist’s rendering for the bathrooms which will be built adjacent to the venue.

Artwork provided for guests. The property has a gentle slope, allowing all guests a good view of the wedding ceremony. “We even have a place for those in wheelchairs to go so they will have an excellent view of the wedding ceremony,” he said.

Inside, the Brinkley’s have thought of everything. “The caterer can enter the prep area directly from the outside. We don’t have a kitchen but do provide an area where food can be warmed and staged before serving the guests,” said Marie Brinkley.

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tion. “The property here gets a nice breeze. If the front and rear barndoors are open, it is quite nice in here,” David said. “There is plenty of room for 300 guests, a DJ, and a dance floor.”

“Things are coming along inside. I’d say we are about 70% finished,” David said.

“We are cladding the posts with reclaimed barnwood we got from here in Cleveland County. We found huge oak barrels on a recent trip that we plan to use those in the décor.”

Outside, the couple is adding restrooms. “Our

architect has designed a bathroom building for the guests. The bathrooms will be located to the left of the barn in a courtyard,” added Marie Brinkley.

“We are really excited to bring this venue to the people of Kings Mountain. There is nothing like it in the county and we hope people will consider it when planning their next wedding or corporate event.”

The Brinkley’s have not yet begun taking reservations, but more information will be shared with the Herald as the project nears completion.

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Out of Dust

By Pastor John Wilcox First Presbyterian Church, Kings Mountain, NC

our worship. But we should recognize the place we have in God’s eyes, as Genesis 1:26-28 tells us that we were made in the very image of God. Not only that but we have been given a mandate to have dominion over this world, to subdue it, and to be fruitful and multiply - God tells us in this very passage that we are blessed! When God made creation, after each day of the creation narrative God said that “it was good”, but on the day when God made man he ended the day by saying “it was very good”!

So what does that tell us about man? It tells me that I have aspects of the creator such as creativity; it tells

In Psalm 8, David laments about the lowly state of man and ponders why God would love and care for humanity in such an unending sort of way.

Yet, he comes to the place in verse 5 he rejoices, “yet you have crowned him with glory and honor”! It is hard sometimes to think of humanity in such lofty terms.

Scripture can be a rough school master pointing out the errors of our ways and tell us about the consequences of not making the Creator the primary focus of

me that God is orderly and I can be orderly as well; it also tells me that God does things skillfully - It is Good - and I can do things skillfully as well. Sometimes as Christians we shun ideas such as creativity, order, and skillfulness. Sometime we think that these things are not important to God whether it be on the job, how we raise our families, or even how we worship God. Sometimes we forget that we are worshipping the King of Kings when we step into holy places.

What I also need to be reminded of is that not only am I created in the “Image of God” but so is everyone else. Everyone is worthy

of human dignity no matter what their background, their history, their political ideology, the sin that they struggle with, even the sin that they embrace - We are in the Image of God and “crowned with glory and honor” as Psalm 8 reminds us.

East Gold St. Food Pantry Thursday, June 24 The Good Neighbors Food Pantry at East Gold Street Wesleyan Church will be open this Thursday, June 24th from 5:30 - 6:15 PM. We will meet you at the back of the church building.

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Kings Mountain Area Church Directory Emmanuel Independent Baptist Church 102 Canterbury Road 704-730-7855

Good Hope Presbyterian Church 105 N. Cansler Street 704-739-1062

Faith Ablaze Church 1128 S. York Road 704-739-8496

Grace Fellowship 144 West Mountain Street 704-481-8888

Faith Baptist Church 1009 Linwood Road

Grace United Methodist Church 830 Church Street 704-739-6000

Faith Holiness Church Hwy. 161/ Bessemer City Rd. 704-739-1997 Family Worship Center 1818 Shelby Road 704-739-7206

Macedonia Baptist Church 1101 S. Battleground Ave. • Kings Mountain, NC Advent Lutheran Church, NALC Member 230 Oak Grove Rd. 704-750-0171 Anew Beginning Baptist Church 145 Battleground Dr. 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

Carson Memorial Baptist Church 262 Sparrow Springs Road 704-739-2247

Connections Church 306 N. Piedmont Ave. 704-750-4972

Central United Methodist Church 113 S. Piedmont Avenue 704-739-2471

Cornerstone Church Of God 202 Margrace Road 704-689-4430

Cherokee St. Baptist Church 421 S. Cherokee Street 704-739-7697 Chestnut Ridge Baptist Church 618 Chestnut Ridge Road 704-739-4015 Christian Freedom Southern Baptist Church 246 Range Road 704-739-4152

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Cornerstone Independent Baptist 107 Range Road 704-737-0477 Crowders Mountain Baptist 125 Mayberry Lane 704-739-0310 David Baptist Church 2300 David Baptist Church Road 704-739-4555

East Gold Street Wesleyan Church 701 E. Gold Street 704-739-3215 East Kings Mountain Church of God Hwy 161, Bessemer City/ KM Hwy. 704-739-7367 Eastside Baptist Church 308 York Road 704-739-8055 Ebenezer Baptist Church 1621 County Line Road 704-739-8331 El Bethel United Methodist Church 122 El-bethel Road 704-739-9174

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Harvest Baptist Church 144 Ware Road 704-734-0714

First Baptist Church 605 W. King Street 704-739-3651

Kings Mountain Baptist Church 101 W. Mountain Street 704-739-2516

First Church of the Nazarene 121 Countryside Road 704-734-1143

Life of Worship Ministries 405 S. Cherokee St. 704-777-2927

First Presbyterian Church 111 E. King Street 704-739-8072

Kings Mtn.Dream Center 1128 York Road 704-739-8496 Tim & Angie Goates, Pastors www.kmdreamcenter.com

First Wesleyan Church 505 N. Piedmont Avenue 704-739-4266 Galilee United Methodist 117 Galilee Church Road 704-739-7011 Gloryland Missionary Baptist Church 101 Benfield Rd. 704-740-7212

Long Creek Presbyterian Church 701 Long Creek Road 704-629-4406 Love Valley Baptist Church 2032 Bethlehem Road 704-730-0075

Gospel Assembly Church 202 S. Railroad Avenue 704-739-5351

Macedonia Baptist Church 1101 S. Battleground Avenue 704-739-6811

Notice: In order to accommodate the number of churches in our communities, we will print two alternating lists of churches each week.

If you don’t see the church you’re looking for, be sure to check next week.

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KM Historical Museum exhibit: The Gilded Age of Kings Mountain

Southern Arts Society summer classes and art camp

By Jewel Reavis Southern Arts Society (SASi) Gift Shop & Gallery is offering classes for children and adults, including a children’s art camp this summer.

Southern Arts Society is located at 301 N. Piedmont Ave. at the intersection of Piedmont and Battleground Avenues, Kings Mountain, NC, in the historic Southern Railway Depot.

All events are Free and open to the public unless noted with $$. Workshops and classes require pre-registration and payment to reserve your seat. For details call 704-739-5585, or Email SouthernArtsSociety@ gmail.com. Visit our website at www.SouthernArtsSociety. org to see more classes, events, and programs.

Classes offered: • June 26, Saturday – Workshop $$ Printing on a Gelli Plate with Dianne Garner. Use acrylic paints and different tools to create texture and patterns on the Gelli plate. Then use a brayer, baren, or the back of a spoon to transfer the image to your paper.

• Pottery Classes $$: Summer Session runs July 12 to

September 16. SASi offers Day and Night classes for beginners, intermediate or advanced persons working in hand building clay or throwing on the wheel. Instructors are Renee C. Matthews and Rhonda Withers. Classes meet twice weekly for 10 weeks. Day Class meets Mon and Thurs, 9 AM till noon. Night Class meets Mon and Thurs, 6-8 PM. • July 19 Monday - Fiction Workshop $$ - with Ronda Waterhouse. Learn characterization, plot, dialogue, and imagery to turn a blah story into a story that wows.

• August 23 Monday - Poetry Workshop $$ - Poetry is more than rhyme schemes.

Poems share emotions like no other genre. Learn to use poetry to express your grief or your joy, your anger or your peace in this workshop.

Children’s Classes and Art Camp

By January Costa, Director & Curator

• July 10, 17, 24 - $$ Summer Children’s Classes “Sky is the Limit” with Teacher Amelia Lenke. Sign up for one Class or take all three! (Students must wear mask during class) • Time: 9 am – 12 pm.

Ages: Children 8 – 13 years • Saturday July 10th, “Dream Journals and Planet Collages!”

• Saturday July 17th, “Abstract Galaxy and City Skyline Paintings with music!”

• Saturday July 24th, “Superhero Self-Portraits and Symbols of Strength Print!”

• $$ Aug 2-6, Children’s Art Camp with teacher Lorie Pruitt – Details to come!

SASi offers a gift shop, ongoing exhibits and art competitions, programs, and classes in a variety of media for artists of all levels. Gift Shop features over 75 regional artists with fine arts and fine crafts for sale.

Gallery Hours: Tues-Sat 10 am to 2 pm, and by appointment.

SASi requests that all persons visiting or attending classes who are not vaccinated to wear a mask or face covering. Persons who are vaccinated may forego wearing a mask if they chose to.

Shoppers peruse items offered at the Woman’s Club Annual Indoor Yard Sale. Reasonable prices and friendly faces kept shoppers coming in all morning long. Photo by Loretta Cozart

Woman’s Club yard sale brings in the shoppers

By Loretta Cozart A steady stream of shoppers visited the GFWC NC Kings Mountain Woman's Club annual Indoor Yard Sale at the clubhouse last Saturday between 7 am and noon. All proceeds go directly into their Sallie Southall Cotten Scholarship Fund. Members of the Woman’s Club greeted shoppers at the door and welcomed them inside.

A wide variety of items were available, from household, craft, home decor, toys, and clothing. Popular items sold quickly, but even when the Herald arrived hours after the event began, good deals were to be had.

The Woman's Club gives a $1,000 scholarship each year to a senior boy or girl attending a 4 year university in North Carolina.

The GFWC NC Kings Mountain Woman's Club, and club president, Denise Cobb said, “We value our students in Kings Mountain and want to support them in their pursuit of a 4 year degree at a North Carolina institution.”

To keep up with events at GFWC NC Kings Mountain Woman's Club, visit their Facebook page for gfwcnckm for more information and updates. Kings Mountain Woman’s Club is located at 108 E. Mountain Street.

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T h e City of Kings Mountain, NC was incorporated on February 11, 1874, during an era termed the “Gilded Age,” which refers to the time period between 1870 and 1900.

This period often evokes

images of great wealth and businessmen such as Andrew Carnegie, John D. Rockefeller, and G.W. Vanderbilt, who became wealthy as the steel, oil, and railroad industries flourished.

This exhibit explores the beginnings of Kings Mountain and how the “Gilded Age” in North Carolina was a time of dramatic cultural transformation bringing new technology, new consumer goods, new patterns of living, and new opportunities for women.

The exhibit runs June 22 – October 23, Tuesday through Saturday from 10 am to 4 pm. Admission is free. Kings Mountain Historical Museum is at 100 E. Mountain Street. For more information, visit www.kingsmountainmuseum.org.

Tickets for the 18th Annual Reverse Raffle & Auction are on sale now to win $5,000! Contact the museum at (704) 739-1019 or a board member to purchase tickets.

(Ed. Note: The recipes in today’s Cooking Corner are from ‘‘100 Years in the Kitchen,’’ a cookbook published by First Presbyterian Church.)

STRAWBERRY SALAD Mary Shaw 1 pkg. strawberry jello 1 cup chopped nuts.

1 small can shredded pineapple.

1 pkg. frozen strawberries, thawed 1 container sour cream Divide first four ingredients mixture in half. Spread with sour cream. Pour second half over it and congeal.

cheese ¼ cup breadcrumbs mixed in 1 tbs. butter.

Simmer chicken in salt water until done. Debone.

Cook broccoli according to package directions. Line casserole with butter. Put in broccoli (drained) and add chicken. Pour sauce over. Top with cheese and breadcrumbs. Bake at 350 degrees for 25 minutes.

Serves 4.

CHICKEN DIVINE Sylvia Neisler 3 or 4 chicken breasts 1 (10 oz.) pkg. broccoli spears ½ tsp. lemon juice SAUCE 1 can cream of mushroom soup.

1/3 cup mayonnaise ½ tsp. curry powder TOPPING ½ cup shredded Cheddar

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Cream margarine and add

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Patrick Sr. Center calendar Program increases eligibility for emergency rent and utility assistance H. Lawrence Patrick Senior Life and Conference Center activities for the last week of June: WEDNESDAY, JUNE 23: Faith and Fellowship 9:30 - 11 am; Jewelry class I 10 - 11 am; Seniors in Motion 10:30 - 11:30 am; Chair Yoga $ 11:45 – 12:45 pm; Jewelry Class II from 1 - 2 pm.

THURSDAY, JUNE 24: Healthy Lifestyle class 8:30 10 am; Gentle Exercise 9:30 - 10 am; Intermediate Line Dance 10 - 11:30 am; Bingo 10:30 - 11:15 am; Beginner Quilting 1 – 3 pm; GROCERY SHOPPING 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm.

FRIDAY, JUNE 25: Coffee and Conversation 8:30 - 10:00 am; Chorus 10 – 11 am; Seniors in Motion 10:30 - 11:30 am; Friday lunch $ 11 - 12 noon; WII Bowling

League 12 – 1 pm: Chair Volleyball 12 – 2 pm.

MONDAY, JUNE 28: Coupon swap 9:30 - 10:30 am; Ceramics 9:30 - 11:30 am; Facebook Chat 10 – 10:45 am; Seniors in Motion 10:30 - 11:30 am; Quilting 12:30 - 3 pm; Intermediate Line Dance 1 - 3 pm.

TUESDAY, JUNE 29: Knitting 9 - 11 am; Bible History 10 - 11 am; Color Me Calm 11 am – 12 pm; Bingo $ 10:30 – 11:15 am. Art Night $ 5:30 – 7:30 pm.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 30: Faith and Fellowship 9:30 - 11 am; Jewelry class I 10 - 11 am; Seniors in Motion 10:30 - 11:30 am; Chair Yoga $ 11:45 – 12:45 pm; Jewelry Class II from 1 - 2 pm.

SHIIP Counseling is by appointment only.

The NC Housing Opportunities and Prevention of Evictions (HOPE) Program has announced a change to income requirements that will increase the number of applicants eligible for emergency rent and utility assistance.

When the second application period opened on May 17, the program prioritized applicants with an income of 50 percent of the area median income, and is now expanding the income limit to 80 percent of the area median income for the county where the applicant lives. The program initially set a lower income limit to ensure that North Carolina households that are most at risk of eviction had the opportunity to apply first.

“We established the HOPE Program last fall to help North Carolinians stay in their homes with the lights on,” said Governor Roy Coo-

per. “There are still thousands of families who need this assistance, and we are expanding eligibility so we can help even more people recover from this pandemic.”

The HOPE Program promotes housing stability by providing rent and utility bill assistance to prevent evictions and the disconnection of utilities. During the first phase of the HOPE Program, $133 million in assistance was awarded to help more than 36,000 families statewide. More than $30 million has already been awarded in the second phase of the program that opened last month.

The HOPE Program currently serves 88 North Carolina counties, with 12 counties and five Native American tribes receiving direct federal funding to operate their own emergency rent and utility programs. A complete

list of the counties served by the HOPE Program, county programs and tribal government programs can be found using the online NC HOPE Interactive Map. Information on area median income for North Carolina counties can be found using the HUD 2021 online calculation tool.

Applicants who received rent and/or utility assistance during the first phase of the HOPE Program are eligible to reapply for additional help.

Utility assistance is available to applicants that apply and qualify for rent assistance.

Utility-only applications are not being accepted during this phase of the HOPE Program.

Complete information about the HOPE Program, including eligibility requirements, program benefits and an online application, are available at www.nc.hope. gov. Applicants who cannot

access the website should call 888-9ASK-HOPE (888-9275467) for help with the application process. The HOPE Call Center is open 8 am to 5 pm Monday through Friday.

Funding for the HOPE Program is provided to the state through U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Community Development Block Grant− Coronavirus Relief and the Emergency Rental Assistance Program established by the Consolidated Appropriations Act 2021 and further funded by the American Rescue Plan Act 2021. The HOPE Program is managed by the N.C. Office of Recovery and Resiliency, a division of the Department of Public Safety. To learn more about the HOPE Program, visit www.nc.hope. gov.

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Kings Mountain’s men’s track team won its first Western Regional championship since 1998 Friday night and will compete in the state meet Saturday at North Carolina A&T University in Greensboro. Pictured, left to right, front row, Matthew Toms, Jeramie Thurman, Titus Phillips, Dwayne Black, Jaylen Mims, Dillon Messenger. Back row, left to right, Coach Rayvis Key, Marcus Odums, Zavion Smith, Andre Willis, Coach Richards, Nicholas Harrison, Tylann Mims and Coach Jacob Lineberger.

Kings Mountain High’s men’s track team wins Western Regional 3A championship Kings Mountain High School’s men’s track program took 11 qualifiers to last week’s North Carolina High School Athletic Association 3A West Regional meet and came away with its first regional championship since 1998.

All of the KM qualifiers scored at least three points to help the team accumulate 111 points to outpace the rest of the field, including the favored home team TC Roberson which finished with 90 points.

The top four in each event will be traveling to the 3A state meet Saturday at A&T University in

Greensboro.

Kings Mountain senior standout Titus Phillips was named the Western Regional Most Valuable Player after finishing first in the long jump and second in the high jump and triple jump.

Marcus Odums was first in the triple jump and second in the long jump.

Matthew Toms finished third in the triple jump and fourth in the long jump.

Dillon Messenger took first place in the pole vault.

Nicolas Harrison finished sixth in the pole vault.

Dwayne “DJ” Black ran first in the 4x100 and

4x200 and was third in the 100 meter dash.

Jermaine “JJ” Thurman was first in the 4x100 and 4x200 and sixth in the 100 meter dash.

Jaden Fields finished firsdt in the 4x100 and 4x200 and eighth in the 200 meter dash.

Jaylen Mims was first in the 4x100 and 4x200, fourth in the 100 meter dash, and fifth in the 200 meter dash.

Andre Willis was sixth in the 300 meter hurdles and eighth in the 110 meter high hurdles.

Zavion Smith was an alternate for relays.

The Kings Mountain women’s team had two personal best performances in the 4x100 and 4x200 meter relays.

Nevaeh Brown finished sixth in the 4x200 and eighth in the 4x100.

NyArdia Phillips was sixth in the 4x200 and eighth in the 4x100.

Janiya Hunt was sixth in the 4x200 and eighth in the 4x100.

Lailani Clark was sixth in the 4x200 and eighth in the 4x100.

Alexis Jackson was 10th in the triple jump.

Alathia Willis was an alternate for relays.

Mountaineers’ Titus Phillips was named Western Regional MVP in Field Events after taking first place in the long jump and second in the high and triple jumps.

DJ Black, JJ Thurman, Jaden Fields and Jaylen Mims, left to right, were first place winners in last week’s Western Regional track championship.

Left to right, Matthew Toms, Titus Phillips and Marcus Odums turned in outstanding efforts to help Mountaineers win the Western Regional championship last week.

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McCalls, Fleming, Bolt compete in Regionals After going 4-2 and finishing a strong third in the Big South 3A Conference, Kings Mountain High’s women’s tennis team had four of their players earn their way to the Western Regionals for the first time Friday.

Twin sisters Hannah and Hailey McCall were joined in the tournament by teammates Katelyn Fleming and Railey Bolt.

The McCalls lost 6-2, 6-0 to a very strong team from West Henderson (Audrey Hood and Tori Knight) in the first round.

Fleming and Bolt also came up short against the TC Roberson team of Lauren Denton and Rainie Richards, 6-0, 6-0.

KM’s two double teams qualified as the #4 and #5 seeds during the Big South Conference tournament that was held at the new KMHS complex.

“Due to the size of our conference we could only qualify five doubles teams and five singles players,” KM Coach Rick Henderson noted. “Having KMHS qualify two doubles teams out of a possible 14 teams

that participated in the conference tournament shows that we have some very good talent to be so young. Unfortunately, our two singles participants (Melissa Brooks and Katie Murray) lost early in the conference tournament but both of these young freshmen gained lots of experience against players that were two or three years older than them. These two freshmen will only get better prior to the first match this coming fall season.”

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KM tennis finishes third in Big South A young KMHS women’s tennis team that opened the Big South season with four victories lost its final two matches to tough teams from Forestview and Crest to finish third in the conference.

The powerful Lady Jaguars ended the Lady Mountaineers’ winning streak with a 9-0 victory and the KM ladies lost to their county rival Crest 6-3 in the final game.

“We had several

chances against the Lady Chargers but their girls just kept fighting back and won a couple of close matches at the bottom of the lineup,” noted Coach Rick Henderson.

Hannah McCall, Katelyn Fleming, Railey Bolt, Hailey McCall, Melissa Brooks, Katie Murry and Karisa Waldt all finished the regular season with 4-2 records.

“This year’s team was one of the youngest

KM’s Trey Crawford in state 3A wrestling Kings Mountain High senior Trey Crawford will be wrestling in the state 3A tournament Saturday at Eastern Guilford High School in Gibsonville.

Crawford is seeded #2 in the 182 pound division.

He has won over 100 matches during his KMHS career.

McCall, Fleming, Bolt All-Big South in tennis Kings Mountain High’s tennis team recently ended its season with a 4-2 record and three players being named to the All-Big South Conference team.

Hannah McCall, Katelyn Fleming and Railey Bolt were selected by the BSC coaches as three of the best players in the conference.

“Finishing in third place for such a young team and landing three sophomores on the Big South All-Conference team speaks volumes about these young players,” said Coach Rick Henderson. “Only a total of 13 players were selected for this prestigious award.

“After their losses at the West Regionals and prior

to heading back down from Hendersonville this past Friday afternoon, I took the time to share the news to these players, parents and grandparents about them making All-Conference.

So, everyone was excited for them and it definitely made the ride home a little sweeter.”

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TD Club golf tournament set for August 13 at KMCC The 14th annual Kings Mountain Touchdown Club golf tournament will be held Friday, August 13 at Kings Mountain Country Club.

It is a four-person Captain’s Choice and is limited to the first 30 registered teams.

There is a shotgun start at 8:30 a.m.

Entry fee is $70 per player and includes one mulligan per player, one red tee per player and one string per team on hole 15.

There will be prizes for closest to the pin on all four par 3 holes; and longest drive for men, women and seniors on #2. The tournament will be

teams we’ve had in a long time, Coach Henderson said. “Even though we had a short season our student athletes rose to the occasion and proved they can compete in this tough conference. Next year I’m looking for this young team to make a big statement in the Big South Conference if our girls continue to improve during the off-season.”

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flighted at the end with first place prizes in each flight.

Entry forms and checks should be made out to KM Touchdown Club and mailed to PO Box 2017, Kings Mountain, NC 28086 by July 31.

Sponsorships are also available for individuals, businesses and industry. A diamond sponsorship is $1,000, platinum $500, gold $250 and silver $100. Make checks payable to KM Touchdown Club and mail to the above address.

There will also be an online raffle. Details will be available soon.

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Sheriff offers tips for a safe July 4th weekend ries associated with fireworks a year. You can enjoy a safe Fourth of July by following these safety tips: • Make yourself familiar with GS 14-414 for allowable fireworks (remember fireworks that detonate, explode, or propel themselves through the air are illegal) • Never give fireworks to small children • Stay at least 500 feet away from professional fireworks displays.

• Leave any area immediately where untrained amateurs are using fireworks.

Sheriff Norman also wants citizens to use caution when swimming at a pool or driving on busy streets and highways. Sheriff Norman said, “Sadly, most deaths from drowning occur within

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a few feet of safety.” The best thing anyone can do to stay safe in and around the water is to learn to swim. The Red Cross has swimming courses for people of any age and swimming ability. To find out where lessons are offered, or to enroll in a CPR/AED or first aid course, contact your local Red Cross chapter.

At a swimming pool, take the following precautions: • If no lifeguard is on duty, do not let children swim unless they are accompanied by a responsible adult who knows lifesaving techniques and first aid.

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On the highways, follow these safety tips: • Always shift your attention every few seconds, constantly scanning the road ahead and behind you. Never blankly stare ahead nor fix your gaze on one point on the road.

• When passing an automobile, always glance at the ground beside the front wheel of the car you intend to pass.

You will know instantly if the car is about to veer - giving you a few extra seconds to respond.

• You should pull out into the opposite lane of traffic when passing while you are still well behind the car in front. This should give you some time and space to build up speed and will enable you to pull back into your own lane should the need arise.

Never cut abruptly out of your lane into the opposite lane when passing.

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“Lastly, I would remind all motorists to practice the Golden Rule when driving.

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Cleveland County citizens should remember that fireworks, as enjoyable as they are to watch, can be dangerous and should only be handled by professionals. According to the U.S. Consumer Product and Safety Commission, there are nearly 13,000 emergency room-treated inju-

but the visitors put six runs on the board in the top of the ninth to put the game away.

The Mountaineers managed just three hits and committed three errors. They ended their season with a 10-4 record.

Juneteenth now a national federal holiday

By Loretta Cozart On Wednesday, June 16, the US House of Representatives voted to make June 19, commonly known as Juneteenth, a national federal holiday. Juneteenth celebrates the end of slavery in the United States and has already been recognized by 47 states and the District of Columbia.

The Juneteenth holiday, officially called Juneteenth Independence Day in the bill, has also been known as Emancipation Day and Black Independence Day. In his remarks, President Biden said, “I’m especially pleased that we showed the nation that we can come together as Democrats and Republicans to commemorate this day with the over-

whelming bipartisan support of the Congress. I hope this is the beginning of a change in the way we deal with one another.”

The holiday celebrates the end of slavery and commemorates “June 19, 1865, when some 2,000 Union troops arrived in Galveston Bay, Texas. The army announced that the more than 250,000 enslaved black people in the state, were free by executive decree. This day came to be known as ‘Juneteenth,’ by the newly freed people in Texas,” according to the Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture.

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State Representatives Pat McElraft (R-Carteret) and Dr. Kristin Baker (R-Cabarrus) are calling on Governor Roy Cooper to sign the Human Life Non-Discrimination Act (House Bill 453), which prohibits abortions based on race or the prenatal diagnosis of Down syndrome. The lawmakers are both primary sponsors of the legislation.

The Governor has until Friday, June 25 to either sign or veto the bill before it automatically becomes law without his signature.

“I implore the Governor to put politics aside and join us in protecting these unborn children from discrimination,” said Rep. McElraft.

“No one should be denied the right to life because of his or her race or disability.”

Currently, six states have laws prohibiting abor-

tions motivated by the race of the child and fourteen states, including North Carolina, have laws prohibiting sex-selective abortions.

Nine other states have prohibited abortions motivated by a child’s disability.

Dr. Baker, who is also a child psychiatrist, added, “It is already illegal in North Carolina to have an abortion based on a child’s gender. This legislation simply extends those same protections to include race and a prenatal diagnosis of Down syndrome.”

House Bill 453 passed the House by a vote of 67-42 with the support of six Democrats. The Senate passed the bill by a party-line vote of 27-20.

The legislature would need a two-thirds majority in each chamber to override the Governor’s veto.

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BBB scam alert

Be wary of shopping scams

Amy Brevard, owner of Scoop Kings Mountain (ice cream shop), spoke to aspiring entrepreneurs and leaders of Girl Scout Troop 20309 about what it’s like to own her own business. The girls had many questions for Amy, and they learned much about being an entrepreneur and following their dreams. Pictured L-R: Angelia Safrit (troop co-leader), Alex Reis, Skye Trombetta, Erika Safrit, Kaylei Brophy, Kelsey Reed, Amy (Scoop KM), Addison Burris, Taylor Belcher, Ann Torres (troop co-leader), Patterson Greene, and Cora Torres.

Photos provided by Anne Torres

This year, Amazon isn’t the only retailer rolling out discounts for Prime Day, June 21-22. Big holidays, like July 4 and Labor Day, along with other common sale days throughout the year bring out scammers. More deals mean more chances for scammers to capitalize on the buzz and trick shoppers.

Be wary of phishing scams, misleading advertisements, and look alike websites.

Scams to look out for: Phishing scams that appear to come from a popular retailer. Phishing scams increase during busy shopping times, such as Prime Day or Black Friday.

When you are making a lot of purchases, it’s easy to lose track of exactly what you bought and where you shopped. That makes you more likely to fall for a phishing scam posing as a big name store.

Look out for unsolicited emails, texts, or phone calls. These messages may claim you have a free gift waiting for you or that there is a problem with a delivery – all you need to do is click on a link or give up your personal information. One recent phishing con claims to be Amazon calling to fix an issue with your account.

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tion, account login details, or remote access to your computer.

Beware of false advertising and phony websites.

When searching online or browsing social media, watch out for ads that point to scam websites. Con artists often create lookalike websites that, at first glance, appear to belong to a trusted retailer. But when you look more closely at the URL, you’ll notice that the domain name is slightly different (i.e., Instead of Popularstore.com, the URL might be PopvlarStore.com or PopularStoreOnline.com).

Always make sure websites use the correct spelling of a business name and have legitimate contact information and customer service numbers. Also, use common sense when evaluating deals.

If a company claims to be selling the hottest item of the year at a super low price, it’s probably a con.

Tips to avoid online shopping scams this Prime Day: • Beware of fake look alike websites: Check the URL, watch for bad grammar, research the age of the domain, search for contact information, and read online reviews.

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Amy Brevard of Scoop Kings Mountain speaks to scouts and parents during their Bridging Ceremony on May 24, while the troop enjoys a delicious ice cream treat.

CLT auditions begin June 26

by MICHAEL E. POWELL The Cherryville Little Theatre’s Sarah Fox Sandoval said recently she is proud to announce upcoming auditions at the end of June for the play, “Anne of Green Gables”.

Sandoval said, via a media release, that “…with COVID restrictions and trying to juggle everyone’s calendar, we just got things approved and ready to go very recently!

After over a year with no theatre we are finally ready to open back up with a classic!”

“Anne” is described as a “…classic tale of a plucky girl who touches the lives of everyone she meets in 1905 Prince Edward Island, Canada.”

Said Sandoval, “This straight play – meaning it isn’t a musical – and has roles for people ages 16 and up. It is written by Jody Johnston Davidson and produced by a special arrangement from Pioneer Drama Service, Inc., of Denver Colorado.”

Ms. Sandoval noted the play’s auditions are June 26, 27, and 28, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., and the rehearsals are to be held from July, through August, up until the play begins.

The play will be directed

by Jim Chandler and will be held at the Cherryville Little Theatre, with performances being as follows: Aug. 20, 21, 27, and 28, at 7 p.m.; and Aug. 22, 29, at 3 p.m.

For more information on how to audition for the play; about the play itself; or about The Little Theater, please contact Ms. Sandoval at The Cherryville Little Theatre at (704) 747-6536, or email her at thesarahsandoval@gmail. com.

NATURAL GAS DIVISION PUBLIC NOTICE OF ANNUAL PUBLIC AWARENESS TELEPHONE SURVEY Beginning June 28th - July 1, 2021 between the hours of 9:00AM - 9:00PM. The City of Kings Mountain Natural Gas Division will be conducting our annual telephone survey to assess the awareness and understanding of those who live along our gas pipeline concerning safety and the safe use of gas.

If you receive one of these calls, please answer the call and complete the survey so that The City of Kings Mountain's Natural Gas Division can report back to the federal Office of Pipeline Safety that our efforts to educate those who live along the pipeline about the safe use of gas have been successful. Thank you.

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STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CHEROKEE IN THE PROBATE COURT SEVENTH CIRCUIT CASE NO. 2020-ES-11-264 IN RE: JAMES WARREN COYLE SUMMONS, NOTICE OF FILING PETITION, NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT OF GUARDIAN FOR UNKNOWN HEIRS Homer David Woodward, Jr., Petitioner Vs. Barbara Sue McKinny, Richard Woodward, Nona Huskins, Jamie Bowen, Samuel Pridgen, Angie Queen, Joe Dean Pennington, Herman Pennington, Angie Huffstetler, Laurie Pennington, Donna Bynum, Larry Pennington, Tammy Martinez, Pete Pennington, William Buster Huffstetler, Kay Huff-stetler, Danny Pennington, Rachel Pennington, Margie Penninton, Todd Hambright, Greg Hambright, Rita Faye Owensby, Glenda Owensby, Michael Owensby, Jamie Owensby, Charles Hambright, Imogene Morrow, Charlie Wayne Hambright, Myra Hambright, Gloria Andina Aldrige, Brenda Gaddy, Frankie Hambright, Linda Hambright, Victor Mcdaniel, Sue Duymich, Theresa McDaniel, Peggy McDaniel, Tommy McDaniel, Abby McDaniel, Steve Ledbetter, Tina Haire, Lisa Polson, Paula Martin, Gary Ledbetter, Theresa Gibson, Donald Ledbetter, and John Doe, being a Class of any unknown Adults, unknown infants and/or persons under disability, and Richard Roe, being a Class of any person whose names are unknown, or any child or children or heirs at law or distributes of James Warren Coyle, Daisy Juanita Woodward, Troy Pennington, Judy kay, Larry Pennington, Yates Pennington, Roger Pennington, I.V. Pennington, Reba Pennington, Rena Hambright, Willie Hambright, Neta Owensby, Doug Hambright, Shirley Hambright, Larry Hambright, Junior Hambright, Calvin Hambright, Jeanette P. McDaniel, Ray McDaniel, Victor McDaniel, Norma Jean McDaniel, Tommy McDaniel, Jimmy Mac McDaniel, Abby McDaniel, Landel McDaniel, Sadie Ledbetter, Debbie Ledbetter, Roy Pennington, Respondents YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED and require to answer the Petition in this action, a copy of which is served upon you, and to serve a copy of your Answer to the Petition on the subscriber at his of-fice at 225 E. Floyd Baker Boulevard Gaffney, South Carolina, within thirty (30) days after which the service hereof , and if you fail to do so, Judgment by Default will be rendered against you for the relief sought in the Petition.

NOTICE OF PETITION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that original Petition for the Determination of Heirs, Appointment of a Personal Representative and Sale in Aid of Assetts in the aforesaid matter were filed in the Probate Court for Cherokee County, South Carolina on the August 20, 2020.

NOTICE OF GUARDIAN APPOINTMENT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that original Motion and Order for the Appointment of a Guardian for any unknown heirs and/or heirs under a disability were filed in the Probate Court for Cherokee County, South Carolina on the January 7, 2021.

February 16, 2021 Gregory H. Patterson, LLC Attorney for Petitioner 225 E. Floyd Baker Blvd.

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SCAMS From Page 4B not mean it’s a real offer.

Scammers often steal photos off other websites, so don’t believe what you see.

• Make sure the website is secure. Look for the “https” in the URL (the extra “s” is for “secure”) and a small lock icon on the address bar. Never enter payment or personal information into a website with only “http.” It is NOT secure.

• Be careful purchasing sought-after products. If something is sold out everywhere, don’t be tempted by a

seemingly great deal. Scammers often trick shoppers by offering the most popular products at low prices.

Here’s one example involving game consoles.

• Pay with a credit card.

It’s always best to make online purchases with your credit card. If any shady charges turn up later, you will be able to contest them through your credit card company.

Be very wary of any retailer that asks you to pay by digital wallet apps, prepaid money cards, or other non-traditional payment methods.

LEGAL NOTICE STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS Having qualified on 11th day of June, 2021 as Administratrix of the Estate of BEATRICE KAYE KEOWN EARLS; AKA, BEATRICE KAYE EARLS, deceased, of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against the estate of said deceased to exhibit them to the undersigned, Tammy Michelle Cogdell, Administratrix on or before the 16th day of September, 2021 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to the said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 16th day of June, 2021.

Tammy Mitchell Cogdell, Administratrix Estate of: Beatrice Kaye Keown Earls: AKA, Beatrice Kaye Earls 3268 Pearidge Road Bostic, NC 28018

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NC Wildlife Commission seeks help reporting Nine-banded Armadillos NC Wildlife Commission needs your help reporting Nine-banded Armadillos in the state. NineBanded Armadillos are classified in the same order as anteaters and sloths, and are the only mammals that have a shell, which are hardened skin plates covering their bodies that give them an armored appearance.

There are 20 species of armadillos, but only the Nine-banded Armadillo lives in the southeast US. They have been spotted in western NC in the following counties: Cleveland, Gaston, Lincoln, Rutherford, Mecklenburg, Union, Cherokee, Graham, Clay, Swain, Macon, Jackson, Haywood, Transylvania, Buncombe, Henderson, McDowell, Rutherford, Polk, and Catawba.

The Nine-banded Armadillo, native to Central and South America, was first recorded in Texas in 1849, but have since expanded their range north and east,

The Nine-banded Armadillo has been spotted across North Carolina. The NC Wildlife Resources Commission is seeking observations of armadillos from the public. If you believe you observed an armadillo, please contact the NC Wildlife Helpline at 866-318-2401 or wildlifehelpline@ncwildlife.org.

Photo by Armadillo Webb Center by Jay Butfiloski crossing the Mississippi River sometime in the early 1940’s, appearing in western Tennessee in 1980 and reaching North Carolina in

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LEGAL NOTICE STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS Having qualified on 27th day of May, 2021 as Executrix of the Estate of LINDA R. WHITESIDES, deceased, of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against the estate of said deceased to exhibit them to the undersigned, Donna D. Shoemaker, Executrix on or before the 2nd day of September, 2021 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to the said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 2nd day of June, 2021.

Having qualified on 21st day of April, 2021 as Executor of the Estate of VENITA HOWELL; AKA, VENITA MARIE HOWELL, deceased, of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against the estate of said deceased to exhibit them to the undersigned, Roger Howell, Executor on or before the 26th day of September, 2021 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to the said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 23rd day of June, 2021.

Roger Howell, Executor Estate of: Venita Howell; AKA, Venita Marie Howell 264 Cedar Lake Farm Road Cherryville, NC 28021 KMH (6/23, 30, 7/07 & 14/2021)

Donna D. Shoemaker, Executrix Estate of: Linda R. Whitesides 1374 Branton Drive Iron Station, NC 28080

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LEGAL NOTICE STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS Having qualified on 27th day of May, 2021 as Executrix of the Estate of BILLY GENE CARTEE, deceased, of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against the estate of said deceased to exhibit them to the undersigned, Linda Hamrick Cartee, Executrix on or before the 2nd day of September, 2021 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to the said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 2nd day of June, 2021.

Having qualified on 9th day of June, 2021 as Administratrix of the Estate of CLAYTON JUNIOR RICHARD, deceased, of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against the estate of said deceased to exhibit them to the undersigned, Betty Richard, Administratrix on or before the 16th day of September, 2021 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to the said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 16th day of June, 2021.

Betty Richard, Administratrix Estate of: Clayton Junior Richard 714 Elam Road Lawndale, NC 28090 KMH (6/16, 23, 30 & 7/07/2021)

Linda Hamrick Cartee, Executrix Estate of: Billy Gene Cartee 103 Truhlar Drive Grover, NC 28073 KMH (6/02, 09, 16, & 23/2021)

LEGAL NOTICE STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS Having qualified on 28th day of May, 2021 as Executor of the Estate RONALD LEE BUMGARDNER, deceased, of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against the estate of said deceased to exhibit them to the undersigned, Christopher Lee Bumgardner, Executor on or before the 2nd day of September, 2021 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery.

All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to the said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 2nd day of June, 2021.

Christopher Lee Bumgardner, Executor Estate of: Ronald Lee Bumgardner PO Box 563 Polkville, NC 28136 KMH (6/02, 09, 16, & 23/2021)

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LEGAL NOTICE STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS Having qualified on 8th day of June, 2021 as Co-Executrixes of the Estate of CHARLES RANKIN ROSS: AKA, CHARLES R. ROSS, deceased, of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against the estate of said deceased to exhibit them to the undersigned, Julie R. Crotts, Co-Executrix and Rita Scism, Co-Executrix on or before the 16th day of September, 2021 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to the said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 16th day of June, 2021.

Julia R. Crotts, Co-Executrix Estate of: Charles Rankin Ross: AKA, Charles R. Ross 5642 Valleyfield Road Hickory, NC 28602 And/or Rita Scism, Co-Executrix Estate of: Charles Rankin Ross: AKA, Charles R. Ross 137 Deer Brook Drive Shelby, NC 28150 KMH (6/16, 23, 30 & 7/07/2021)

the late 2000s, primarily from natural dispersal from adjacent states The Nine-banded Armadillo is a unique mammal, with its armor-like skin and long, scaly tail.

It is named for the bands (range from 7-11) across its midsection. It has deerlike ears and has been nicknamed “Armored pig” for its long, pig-like snout, which it keeps to the ground to forage by smell.

They often travel slowly, in an erratic, wandering pattern as they forage, and sometimes can be heard grunting like a pig. Armadillos have small, peg-like teeth that are used to mash and grind their food, capturing most of their prey with their long, sticky, and flexible tongue.

The Nine-banded Armadillo is considered abundant throughout its established range. In North Carolina, its population is still expanding, and it is still relatively uncommon.

It is classified as nongame, with no closed hunting season or bag limit. It can be trapped during the regulated trapping season. During the 1930s and 1940s, armadillos were given the nickname “Hoover Hog” and “Texas Turkey” because they were commonly consumed by

people. Even today, people will consume armadillo meat, likening it to pork in taste and texture.

Nine-banded Armadillos originated from the tropical rainforests of Central and South America but have adapted to living in many types of habitats including scrubland, grasslands, pine forests, salt marshes, , and deciduous forests. Golf courses, parks and cemeteries can also be suitable habitat. Their habitat needs are primarily dependent on precipitation levels and winter temperatures. Dry conditions are unsuitable, as invertebrates are their primary food source and depend on moist soils. Because they make burrows, armadillos prefer clay or sandy soils. They do not have fur or much body fat, so they are not adapted well to surviving long periods of freezing temperatures.

As winter temperatures become milder in many eastern states, expect the armadillo to expand its range northward.

Report observations to armadillo@ncwildlife. org.

LEGAL NOTICE STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS Having qualified on 27th day of May, 2021 as Executrix of the Estate of PHILLIP MITCHELL MCMURRY; AKA, PHILLIP M. MCMURRY, deceased, of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against the estate of said deceased to exhibit them to the undersigned, Stacy Ann Thomas, Executrix on or before the 16th day of September, 2021 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to the said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 16th day of June, 2021.

Stacy Ann Thomas, Executrix Estate of: Phillip Mitchell McMurry; AKA, Phillip M. McMurry 105 Santa Clara Dr Shelby, NC 28152 KMH (6/16, 23, 30 & 7/07/2021)

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Assembling merchandise.

Assisting customers in loading merchandise. Delivering merchandise into customers homes. Warehouse maintenance. Must be 21 years old, have a valid drivers license, and be able to lift and maneuver heavy furniture. Farmers HOME Furniture is an employee owned company based out of Dublin, GA with over 250 stores across the southeast! Needs: Full-Time – 40 Hours A Week With Benefits Valid Drivers License With A Clean Driving Record. (CDL NOT REQUIRED) Must Be 21 Years Old. Contact: Mary Terry Store Manager – 828247-6595. 226 West Main St, Forest City, NC 28043. Applications can be submitted online at www.farmershomefurniture.com or at www.indeed. com MA OR CNA II Needed for Pediatric Office in Boiling Springs. 8:30am-5pm. Monday thru Friday. Call 704-4349686.

NEED A RUBBER TIRE LOADER DRIVER. Auto Parts U Pull & Scrap Metal of Shelby. Must have experience. Apply in person at 1025 County Home Road, Shelby, NC 28152 (704) 472-4666 IN NEED OF A ROLLBACK DRIVER. Auto Parts U Pull & Scrap Metal of Shelby, Must have experience and a good driving record. Apply in person at 1025 County Home Road, Shelby, NC (704) 4724666 FULL TIME MAINTENANCE MAN NEEDED. Maintain rental properties. Must have valid NC Drivers license. Pay depends on experience. (704) 473-4299 SHELBY CAREGIVER Parttime 2 Saturdays a month 10 am to 2 pm. Non smoker, good driver with car. Spend time with learning disabled adult female. Socialize, shop, lunch, sightsee. $12 an hour. Leave message at 828-894-8356. (828) 8948356 NOW HIRING! Dairy Queen is now hiring for all shifts and positions! Apply at talentreef. com or call 704-482-6681 for more information mrachels@ mac.com

NOW HIRING LANDSCAPERS FOR FULL TIME YEAR ROUND EMPLOYMENT. Must have valid driver’s license and transportation.

(704) 473-0341

BUSINESS SERVICES HANDYMAN: REMODEL, RESTORATION AND RENOVATION. Interior and Exterior Painting. Apex. Call Michael, 828-748-5740.

HOME REMODELING Interior and exterior remodeling.

Tile, decks, flooring, we do it all! Call Charlie today for your free estimate! (828) 244-7087 charliejohnston32@gmail. com TIMBER & GRADING. BUYING STANDING TIMBER, 10 ACRES OR MORE. Land clearing, Culverts, Driveways, Sediment control. 828-2890742.

WHOLESALE GUTTER SUPPLY. SPI Distribution is your local source for gutter coil and accessories. Stocking 14 of the most popular colors along with top leaf protection options. Conveniently located along I-74 at 5123 E. Dixon Blvd, Kings Mountain, NC 28086. Better Quality - Better Service everyday. (704) 7504395 spisales@spigutter.com HANDYMAN SERVICES. NOW IS THE TIME for all your pressure washing needs.

Offering: mulching, trees and bushes trimmed, clean flower beds, minor repairs, decks stained & restored. Any Handyman Services. No Job too Big or Small! References available. We will show up and do the job. Call us first, 704692-4449.

RETIRED GENERAL CONTRACTOR AVAILABLE for small job repairs and fixes.

Deck repair a specialty. Rutherford/Cleveland County areas. Bob, 828-476-6058.

TRIPLE D PAINTING LLC. All your painting needs, free estimates, over 25 yrs experience! Framing, facial boards and much more wood work available! Making your home, building or business look new again. (704) 418-5736 childresstracy1@gmail.com G&J PAINTING SERVICE. Exterior paint specialist. Free Estimates. Call 828-287-9272 or cell 828-429-7511.

OWENS AT HOME SERVICES, LLC. You don’t have to do it alone, I’m currently a CNA of 22yrs willing to come into your home to assist you with your daily needs of bathing, cooking, cleaning, errands & companionship!

(704) 473-4703 d.owens5@ yahoo.com ROB’S LAWN CARE. I do lawns in the Shelby Area.

Reasonable Rates! Call 704487-5065 or (704) 297-0325 SHIPMAN’S MASONRY- 48 YEARS EXPERIENCE. Brick, Block & Stone, Outside Fireplaces, Foundations, Underpinnings. “Free Estimates”.

1st Quality Work! (863) 5321587 PAINTING SERVICES. Over 25 years experience, affordable prices. Professional results. References available.

Free estimates. Charles, or leave message. (704) 4358062.

DUST TO SHINE CLEANING SERVICE. Residential, commercial, weekly, biweekly, monthly, move in/out, construction, one time cleanings offered with over 10 years experience. Free estimates.

(704) 297-8355 LOOK! WANT YOUR UTILITY BUILDING MOVED? Call me, Richard Baker. We move anywhere. (704) 473-9736 SWEETIE’S WASH’N FOLD LAUNDRY SERVICE. New age laundry service that doesn’t require you to leave your house or to use the washer and dryer again. I am here to take care of all your laundry needs with pick up and drop off service available. For more information look me up on Facebook @ Sweetie’s Wash’N Fold Laundry Service. Discounts for Seniors, Police Officers, Healthcare workers and Teachers. Don’t spend your summer doing laundry!

Let me take care of that for you. (704) 297-8990 sweetieswashnfold@gmail.com

FOR SALE

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BROWN LEATHER SECTIONAL SOFA. Paid $3000, sell for $1000, still in plastic.

Firesticks $30 each. Whirlpool stainless side by side refrigerator $150. (704) 472-3472

UTILITY BUILDINGS, STORAGE BUILDINGS. Steel, Wood, Vinyl. Some fully insulated, 1 to 2 day delivery if buy from stock. Cash or low down payment with monthly payments. No credit ok. J. Johnson Sales INC. 828-2455895.

LAWNMOWER FOR SALE. JOHN DEERE LX280, 48 inch cut, 18 HP, Kawasaki motor, 656 hrs. Excellent condition. $1,200.00. Call Randy-704-472-7800.

LTX384 JOHN DEERE 4 wheel steering, 23HP, like new. $3500. (704) 538-1152

2 GRAVES AT CLEVELAND MEMORIAL PARK. Near bell tower, choice spots. $2000 each. 2 crypts $5000 ea.

(704) 482-4617 10” RADIAL ARM SAW, 6” Jointer, 36” Wood Lathe, $600 for all. Acetylene tanks and torch, $350. 828-4257708.

ASSORTMENT OF CHILTON REPAIR MANUALS. I have a large assortment of Chilton Auto Repair Manuals. Some are imports and trucks. Some Motor Manuals all are hard back copies. Best Offer! (704) 300-1818 kim_hopper@bellsouth.net CABRIOLET VW. Best Offer!

Parts only. Does not run. Call (704) 300-1818 ENCLOSED TRAILER IN STOCK. Dump trailers in stock and more on the way!

J. Johnson Sales, Inc., Forest City. 828-245-5895.

1999 DODGE 1500. $800. I have ‘99 Dodge pickup, been wrecked, has some good body parts, has good 360 engine and new radiator. (704) 300-1818 kim_hopper@bellsouth.net

CLEVELAND COUNTY GARAGE DOORS. Summer Tune-up Special, $59.95. We will check all your equipment lube, make sure it’s working correctly. We repair broken doors. Also offering new installations. 704-477-9119 or 704-472-9367.

IT’S TIME TO TRIM CREPE MYRTLE TREES. Spreading Mulch or Gravel, minor chainsaw work and storm clean-up.

I can do many of your outside chores with over 15 years experience all over Cleveland County and stretching to the Forest City area. Nice, honest, dependable, clean, drugfree, he’s an all around great guy and handyman, so call Rob today and see what I can help you with. 980-295-0750.

YARD SALES CLEVELAND COUNTY GARAGE & YARD SALE Saturday, June 26, 2021 from 6:00 AM - 12:00 PM. Loveseat, tv, desk, extra large shirts, other clothes, kitchen items. 316 Maner Rd., Kings Mtn.,NC 28086 Kings Mountain, NC 28086

16X40 OR TWO STORY BUILDINGS BUILT ON SITE. 1 DAY INSTALL. J. Johnson Sales INC. 828-245-5895.

FLAG POLES, FLAGS IN STOCK. Pickup or we deliver and install available. J. Johnson Sales INC, Forest City.

Call 828-245-5895.

CARPORTS, GARAGES, BUILDINGS, RV, BOAT COVERS IN STOCK. Areas largest on site display. Best selection, quality price. J. Johnson Sales, Inc. 2690 Hwy. 221S., Forest City. 828-245-5895.

HAVE A TRAILER NOT USING? SELL IT! J. Johnson Sales INC. Buy, Sale, Trade trailers. Must have title. Call 828-245-5895.

50+ TRAILERS IN STOCK NOW. More on the way! Areas largest selection, quality, best price. J. Johnson Sales, Inc., Forest City. 828-2455895.

HAVE A STORAGE BUILDING NOT USING, OUTGROWN IT? Sell it, trade in for new bigger one. We take trades, we buy used buildings.

Must be factory built, able to move. J. Johnson Sales INC. 828-245-5895.

HORSE QUALITY HAY. Square and round bales, also 3x3x8’ bales. Call (704) 4876855

WHIRLPOOL POWER SAVER AIR CONDITIONER. 18,000 BTU, $235. Big Man wooden rocking chair, $30.

Cherry entry & sofa table 48x20x29, has a few scratches but in good condition, $30.

Leave message. (704) 2970063

TRAILERS, LAWNMOWER TRAILERS, Flatbed Trailers, Enclosed Trailers, Horse and Cattle Trailers, Saddlery. Check our prices and quality before you buy.

Bridges Riding Equipment.

Boiling Springs, NC. (704) 434-6389

10 SPEED SCHWINN BICYCLE, $60. Belt & Disc Sander, $50. (704) 482-2912

3 PERSON. Garden Leisure Hot Tub, like new. $3250.

Buyer moves the tub. (704) 538-8142

3-WHEEL LADIES BIKE FOR SALE. $150. Light green 3-wheel bike in great condition, barely used. 828289-9351.

ELECTRIC SELF-PLAYING PIANO. Upright piano in good condition. Don’t worry if you can’t play it. This piano can play itself. Call 704-730-0488-leave message.

ROOFING, SIDING, GUTTERS, LEAF GUARDS. Tim’s Roof Contractors is your local professional on all types of shingle roofing, metal roofing, Flat roofing and we install all styles and colors of vinyl siding, soffits, fascia trim and aluminum wrap. We are highly rated on Google 4.9 stars with 135 reviews/ BBB accredited with an A+ rating/ Background checked plus Owens Corning Preferred Contractors status.

We offer Free Quotes / Roofing repairs and replacement services. Call us to talk to the local pro for services in Cleveland, Gaston, Lincoln and Rutherford Counties. Call us today 980-522-5606 or contact us through our website timsroof.com. We would like to earn your business. (980) 522-5606 sales@timsroof.com

Deadline: Friday at 12:00 Noon

FOR SALE

ELECTRICAL WIRING 500 ft & 1,000 ft rolls, 600 volts.

Also, sound equipment wiring.

Different variety of welding supplies. 704-460-1745.

NOW HIRING Roofing Laborer. Call 704-477-0516.

NOW HIRING! Pizza Inn is now hiring Cooks, Waitstaff and Dishwashers.

Competitive Wages and a signing bonus! Must be 15 years of age-Apply in person. (704) 482-2441 wes10813@aol.com

704-484-1047

5-SHELF PULASKI LIGHTED CURIO CABINET, $195.00. Grained oak and glass. Plate glass shelves easily lift out for cleaning. Entire back of cabinet is a mirror.

Lighted interior. Single door with double beveled glass panels. Excellent condition.

80”H x 28”W x 15”D. 160 lb. plkohl@gmail.com FIREWOOD FOR SALE. Long wheelbase load, Full loaded. $70.00/load. Delivered. 864-492-4793 or 803627-9408.

THREE BURIAL PLOTS (TOGETHER). Cleveland Memorial Park on Hwy 150 off Hwy 18 south. $1200. (704) 4805595 CASH FOR YOUR RECORD ALBUMS. Call Ron (919) 3147579 “COVETED VETERANS CIRCLE” In Gaston Memorial Park. Three Burial Plots For Sale. Will Sell Together or Individually. Price Negotiable.

(919) 272-5503 KILL ALL YOUR WEEDS! Ranger Pro 2.5 gallon. $44.00. 828-287-3272.

ACEPHATE FIRE ANT KILLER. Works great! $12.99. Call 828-287-3272.

NEW CANNING JARS with Lids & Seals. $17.67 per case. Call 828-287-3272.

ALL METAL GARAGES. Big Discounts! Zero down. Call for more details. 828-382-0455.

RIDING/PUSH MOWERS, GARDEN TILLERS, GOKARTS, MINI-BIKES. Ready to mow. All in excellent condition. Can deliver, 30+ years experience in repair work.

828-980-0853, 704-4769383.

REFRIGERATORS, STOVES, WASHERS, DRYERS. Discount Prices. 1205 Earl Road, Shelby NC. (704) 487-4443

WANT TO BUY WANT TO BUY CARS, TRUCKS. Trailers, Tractors, Farm Equipment. Must have ID and proof of ownership.

Callahan’s Towing. (704) 6921006 CASH FOR YOUR RECORD ALBUMS. Call Ron. (919) 314-7579 WE BUY JUNK VEHICLES. WE PAY TOP DOLLAR FOR JUNK CARS, TRUCKS, VANS. CALL US ANYTIME. 704-692-8496 (704) 487-5244 NEED CASH? I WILL BUY your old used Nintendo NES, Super Nintendo, Game Boy and N64 Games. Small/big lots. 828-748-7264.

WANT TO BUY. ATV’s, PopUp Campers and Small Travel Trailers. Call 828-429-3935.

CASH FOR YOUR CAR running or not, title or no title. Call Charles Dellinger at Red Road Towing. 704692-6767, (704) 487-0228 I PAY CASH FOR DIABETIC TEST STRIPS. Up to $10 per 100ct. Must be Unused, Unexpired. I’m local and pay fast.

(828) 577-4197 DANNY’S AUTOWERKS. Buying used or junk cars.

Competitive prices. Call Danny 828-289-3081 or Jimmy 828-289-1175.

PROPANE GRILL TANKS RE-FILLED. Only $10.99. Call 828-287-3272.

WANTED: OLD AND NEW AMMO. Reloading supplies.

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

DEER CORN. SHELLED, 50lbs, $10.05. 828-287-3272.

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HANDYMAN SERVICES. NOW IS THE TIME for all your pressure washing needs.

Offering: mulching, trees and bushes trimmed, clean flower beds, minor repairs, decks stained & restored. Any Handyman Services. No Job too Big or Small! References available. We will show up and do the job. Call us first, 704692-4449.

LAWNMOWER FOR SALE. 54” commercial circle turn John Deere. New belts, battery, PTO, sharp blades.

Great mower. Asking $3,500 OBO. Michael, 828-395-3847.

HOSTA PLANTS For Sale.

Several hundreds - Yellow Bells, Iris in buckets, Day Lilies in buckets, Trees. 828245-0245.

QUALITY HAY READY FOR CUTTING. Come cut hay with your own equipment on over 15 acres in Ellenboro.

Make offer to buy. (828) 4475297 warrencs294@gmail. com 3 PT TRACTOR IMPLEMENTS 30’’ Reversible Pan Scoop (like new) $300.00; Pallet Forks (Like New) $250.00; One Row Cultivator $120.00.

No Trades!!! (704) 7189122 1979 YANMAR 2210 TRACTOR 2WD 22hp diesel, 26hp at PTO, 12 Forwards, 4 Reverses, 4 speed PTO. Rebuilt head with new gasket. New water pump and hoses. All 4 tires new, rear tires filled with antifreeze. New radiator, new starter. Looks new. Excellent condition! $4750 OBO. (704) 7189122 NEW SOUTHERN 5 FT. BUSH HOG. $1,250. 828-2873272.

BUSH HOG 84, 7 FT. DRESS BUSH HOG. Used very little, great condition! Will consider trade. 828-429-7200.

BOATS 22 FT PONTOON FISHING BOAT. 50 HP motor, $5,000.

828-223-8808.

PETS & LIVESTOCK CKC GOLDENDOODLES. 6 ckc goldendoodles taking deposits now! Both parents on site. Will be ready to go home first week of Aug. $300 deposit, total $1800 (704) 349-8005 MINIATURE POODLE PUPPIES. 10 lbs when grown. $1000. Vet checked. (828) 289-8844 BLUE TICK BEAGLE PUPPIES for sale. Now taking deposits. Will be ready July 7th.

First shots and dewormed.

704-692-6787.

(3) MALE BICHON-FRISE PUPPIES. All white, pure bred, 12 weeks old, had all shots & worming by vet. 828289-1306.

CHICKENS FOR SALE. Laying Hens, Roosters and Pullets for sale. Call 704-9746219 RABBITS FOR SALE. $20.00 each. Text message to 704466-2656.

FREE TO GOOD HOMES ONLY! (4) Kittens, shy but adorable. Please call 980745-5396, leave message.

AKC REG. GERMAN ROTTWEILER PUPPIES. Ready to go 6/9/21. Wormed 3 times, 6 weeks shots and vet checked. $1000. (704) 419-9389 REGISTERED GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES. Call (704) 466-2325 GREAT PYRENESE PUPPIES. 6 weeks old. $200 each. (704) 692-7362 DOG KENNELS. 7x7, 5x10, 10x10, 10x20, 20x20 tops, split kennels. Pickup or we deliver and install available.

J. Johnson Sales INC, Forest City. 828-245-5895.

CARS & TRUCKS 2009 FORD EDGE 147,862 miles, Call for Price, $1299 DOWN (704) 748-1890 sales@ctcautosports.com 2008 CADILLAC DTS Luxury Edition fully loaded, 84,000 original miles, excellent condition. $8000. (989) 492-4891 2011 BUICK ENCLAVE CXL1. Silver, V6 Auto, 3rd Row Seat, Sunroof and Moonroof, Leather, 196,000 miles, Rebuilt Motor, DVD Player, Chrome Wheels, $9800. Call (704) 300-1818

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1984 CHEVROLET 454CI FLEETWOOD MOTOR HOME. $8,995. Never be homeless! 828-453-0828.

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1996 KAWASAKI 1500 VULCAN motorcycle. 34,000 miles, 1 owner, $1,800. (704) 750-4133 2014 HONDA SHADOW 750 MOTORCYCLE. Like new, has a sissy bar and windshield, only 600 miles! $4,300. 828-2891817.

VACATIONS OCEAN LAKES MYRTLE BEACH. Cottage N34. 2 bedroom, 2 bath, den, kitchen, dining, covered deck, near country store. Call Dorcas, 803-718-2659, (803) 6359831

Deadline: Friday at 12:00 Noon

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OCEAN LAKES BEACH HOUSE FOR RENT. 2 bedroom with sleeper sofa WiFi, golf cart. Weeks and weekends available. 704-473-1494.

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1 BEDROOM SECOND FLOOR APARTMENT Shelby Area. SMALL COMPLEX. No Smoking or Pets. Not HAP Eligible. Heat/Water Included $495 Month Rent. (704) 4875480

1, 2 & 3 BEDROOM TOWNHOMES. Shelby, NC. We are currently accepting applications for our waiting list. Rent is based on income (and some expenses are deducted). Call or visit us today, Laurel Hill Apartments 704-487-1114.

Equal Housing Opportunity.

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1/2 ACRE LOT UNRESTRICTED!! Near TIEC, $20,000. Call 864-909-1035 or visit: www.rowelland.com GASTON COUNTY

CLEVELAND COUNTY I WOULD LIKE TO PURCHASE UNWANTED RENTAL PROPERTY AND/OR STARTER HOMES. MUST BE PRICED TO SELL! “QUICK CLOSINGS”! Call 704-472-0006.

3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH HOME. Rent $1150, Deposit $1150, Application Fee $25. 2298 Lee Lawing Road, Lincolnton, NC 28092 (704) 472-4666 POLK COUNTY POLK COUNTY, SUNNYVIEW, NC. FOR SALE BY OWNER. Convenient location, 8 acre Restricted Estate Lot. Owner Finance Available.

Call 828-429-3287.

RUTHERFORD COUNTY MOUNTAIN TOP. Yellowtop Estates, Big Rock Road, Bostic, N.C. $63,500 Possible Owner Financing. 1.95 Acres; Gated Community, Paved Roads, View Blue Ridge Midway of Ashville/Charlotte.

For Sale by Owner: 850-8931697, Tallahassee, FL 32309 williaj12@yahoo.com

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LINCOLN COUNTY 2019 KAWASAKI NINJA 600 ZX-6R. Excellent condition, only 400 miles! $10,800 firm.

704-692-8029.

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Gary Miller

Even though a friend took me on my first turkey hunt, my first success came while hunting alone.

That morning I remember that GARY MILLER my tools of the trade amounted to a Lynch box call and a ten-gauge H and R shotgun. No slate calls and definitely no mouth calls. I can also remember moving from place to place on this farm without having much confidence. Late in the morning I made my way to an area known to hold deer. I crossed a hay field and crawled under a barbed wire fence before giving that box call another try. As soon as I slid the lid of that call across the box, I heard a gobble to my left. I didn’t even recognize at the time that it was a jake. But it really didn’t matter to me. My heart started beating like I was drawing my bow back on a deer. This was even stronger because of this first experience. The young gobbler came running, and soon was in front of me.

It couldn’t see me because of a log that was lying parallel to the ground. I watched him walk in front of me until he stepped into the open. In a few seconds

NEW APARTMENTS, FULLY MODERNIZED! Beautiful new apartments in Cramerton at Residences at Humboldt Woods! Available for move in May 1st! $850 Month. Fully modernized 1 bed, 1 bath, 600sqft units with on site laundry.

Located 1m off New Hope Rd near Cramerton. 3 min to US74. Contact L&E Properties today to schedule a tour - 704-705-4534! Apply here: https://lucyethel. appfolio.com /listings /detail / 8c8fa1e9-e540 -4a25919f-e0971a9b43aa Professionally managed. Be at home, in a Humboldt home. www.humboldtwoods.net Gastonia, NC 28056 (704) 705-4534 rentals@humboldtwoods.net

NEW APARTMENTS, FULLY MODERNIZED! Beautiful new apartments in Cramerton at Residences at Humboldt Woods!

Available for move in May 1st! Fully modernized 1 bed, 1 bath, 600sqft units with on site laundry. Located just off New Hope Rd near Cramerton. Contact L&E Properties today to schedule a tour - 704-705-4534! Apply here: https://lucyethel. appfolio.com /listings /detail / 8c8fa1e9 - e540 - 4a25 919f-e0971a9b43aa Professionally managed. Be at home, in a Humboldt home. www.humboldtwoods.net Gastonia, NC 28056 (704) 705-4534 rentals@humboldtwoods.net

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it was over.

I’m so thankful someone took me on my first turkey hunt. I watched, listened, and soaked in as much information as I could. And even though the excitement ran high, I knew I had to temper it in order to learn. My guide would not always be with me. As in most areas of our life there comes a time when we have to step out from the security of the teacher and into the risky business of going alone. It can be a time of trial and error, but it is nevertheless necessary if we are going to stretch ourselves into new and exciting arenas. I think about my daughter.

When she was only a young teenager, she would get a cookbook and try to recreate the delicacy on the page. If she didn’t know what a particular ingredient was, or if we didn’t have it, she would substitute it with something of her choosing. Many times, maybe even most of the time, the results were not that good. But what I was most proud of was the fact that she was not satisfied to set on the sideline until someone helped her. She decided she would try it on her own.

Friends, some of you have had the best teacher, but now it’s time to go out alone. If you keep letting the fear of failure stop you, you’ll never get the opportunity to see if failure itself stands a chance against you.

Contact me to speak at your next event. www.outdoortruths.org gary@outdoortruths.org

MOVE IN SPECIAL. 2 & 3 Bedroom, deposit required. $190 weekly rates. Includes power and water. NO PETS. Visit us online at Oakwood Rentals, Shelby. Call (704) 473-4299

LIONS SENIOR VILLAGE has 1 bedroom HUD subsidized apartments for low income seniors. Taking applications. Age 62 or older.

Equal Housing Opportunity.

211 North Morgan Street, (704) 482-7723 2&3 BEDROOM MOBILE HOMES. Nice and clean, water furnished. Oak Grove Community, Kings Mtn. Call or text, 704-739-0259.

RUTHERFORD COUNTY 2BR, 2BA MOBILE HOME. Nice neighborhood. No pets. $800 deposit, $800 month.

Call (828) 429-3424

HICKORY CREEK APARTMENTS FOR SENIORS. (62 and older), disabled (50 and older). Shelby. Now taking applications for waiting list. 418 East Warren Street, (704) 487-6354

OAKLAND ROAD, 2BR BRICK APARTMENT. All electric. Appliances, water, sewer, and garbage furnished. $550 + deposit and references. 828-248-1776.

MOBILE HOMES & APARTMENTS. In Kings Mountain.

Price starting at $100 per week. Call (704) 739-4417

2 & 3 BEDROOM MOBILE HOMES. Small private park between Spindale and Forest City. Starting at $500 per month. 828-382-0475.

Gospel Concert A Gospel Concert is planned for Saturday June 26th – 6 PM, Lowesville Gospel Concerts at Living Word Ministries – 1062 South Hwy 16 – Stanley (Lowesville) NC, presents The Burnett Sisters Bluegrass with Colin Ray. This will be gospel bluegrass at its best, a great evening of fun and worship. Bring a friend and come enjoy with us. A freewill offering only to be received, and you are invited. Contact Carroll Cooke 704-618-9762.

By JIM MILLER Editor

RV Travel Tips in the Summer of COVID Dear Savvy Senior, Can you write a column on RV travel for novices? My husband and I have been cooped up all spring and summer because of the coronavirus and would like to take a trip using a rented RV but could use some tips and want to be safe.

Recently Retired Dear Recently, Recreational-vehicle (or RV) travel has become a very popular option among U.S. retirees over the past few decades and is probably one of the safest and most convenient ways to get away this summer.

Because it’s a small home on wheels, RV travel will allow you to distance yourself from crowds of people and reduce your risk of COVID exposure that comes with other forms of travel, i.e. air/train travel, hotel/Airbnb lodging and eating in restaurants. But there are still risks – especially in public places like gas stations, shared restrooms and picnic areas – so exercise caution. If you’ve never traveled by motor home or RV, here are a few tips to consider.

Renting an RV To help you determine the RV size and model you need for your trip, consider your budget, destination and the number of

travelers. If it’s just you and your husband, and you’re visiting several locations and driving lots of miles you may want a smaller motor home with better fuel economy.

But if you’re taking other family members or friends, you may want a larger RV with slide outs and more sleeping areas. See GoRVing.com for a breakdown of all the different types of RVs available today.

To locate an RV rental dealer near you visit CruiseAmerica.com, one of the largest RV rental companies in the world or search the Recreation Vehicle Rental Association at RVRA.org. Or use peer-to-peer RV rental sites like RVshare.com or Outdoorsy.com, which are usually a little cheaper.

Rental costs will vary greatly depending on what you choose and how far you drive, ranging anywhere from $50 up to $500 per day.

When renting a rig, be sure you get detailed instructions from the owner or rental company on how to use the RV’s systems, including the generator, air-conditioning, leveling, slide outs, electric and entertainment, as well as how to empty waste tanks and refill fresh water.

You should also know that because of

COVID-19, most RV rental companies are vigilant about cleaning and disinfecting their units. But if you want to be extra safe, the CDC offers tips at CDC.gov/ COVID19 – type “Cleaning and Disinfecting Your Home” in the search bar.

Most RV parks rent spaces on a nightly or weekly basis with rates typically ranging from $30 to $50 per night, however some in city and country parks may be $10 or even free.

Trip Planning Tips It’s always wise to map out your trip route and reserve your campgrounds in advance, especially now during the pandemic, because some campgrounds and RV parks, as well as local, state, and national public parks may be closed or operating with restrictions.

RV parks can also range from rustic facilities with limited or no utility hookups, as are more often found in state and national parks, to luxury resorts with amenities that rival fine hotels.

A free tool that can help you plan your trip is Roadtrippers.com, which lets you plot out routes, calculate mileage and travel time, and will identify RV campgrounds, points of interest and restaurants along the way.

You should also consider becoming a Good Sam Club member (GoodSam. com/club, $29/year), which provides access to its web-based trip planner, camping and fuel discounts, and a copy of the Good Sam Guide Series that features detailed information on more than 12,000 private RV parks and public campgrounds.

For first-time RV renters, staying at a fully loaded RV park or campground with full hookups, a dump station, and staff on site is highly recommended. Look at Kampgrounds of America (KOA.com) or ReserveAmerica.com to browse the accommodations.

And for more safe travel tips this summer, visit Coronavirus.gov – click on “specific resources for travelers.”

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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Wednesday, June 23, 2021

UPCOMING RESEARCH STUDY

DO YOU HAVE DRY, UNCOMFORTABLE EYES?

Join our upcoming dry eye research study and if you qualify and complete all visits, you may be compensated up to $600 for your time.

Dry Eye Disease is a very real medical condition that affects nearly 60 million Americans. The doctors of Vita Eye Clinic are working hard to find better treatment options for people with dry eye.

Starting soon, our doctors will be conducting a new research study to evaluate how effective an investigational eyedrop is at relieving dry eye symptoms. If you have dry, uncomfortable eyes, we invite you to participate.

501-322-0505 Study Location: Vita Eye Clinic 222 N. Lafayette St. Suite 12 Shelby, NC 28150

The study involves 3 office visits over the course of approximately 1 month. If you qualify for the study and complete these office visits, you may be compensated up to $600 for your time. Please contact our office for more information and to schedule an appointment.

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