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East Coast Party Band to appear LIVE in Kings Mountain Concert second show of the LIVE at Patriots Park Concert Series Cruise-In will coincide with Concert Series on June 5. (photo provided)

City of Kings Mountain’s Special Events Dept. to host Cruise-In Cruise-In will coincide with the concert scheduled on June 5 Some very cool rides are heading back to Downtown Kings Mountain as the City of Kings Mountain once again hosts the Live at Patriots Park Cruise-In, Saturday, June 5, 2021.

On June 5, local car enthusiasts will fill the streets in the Downtown with their

favorite street or stock cars, trucks and motorcycles too.

The Cruise-In, will coincide with the Concert Series scheduled on the same day.

Roads impacted during the events will be Railroad Avenue, West Gold Street and a portion of West Mountain and South Cansler Streets.

The Cruise-in will begin at 5:00 pm.

With live music, cool rides and great food, you do not want to miss this event!

See CRUISE-IN, Page 5A

It’s time to put on your boogie shoes! The City of Kings Mountain welcomes East Coast Party Band to Patriots Park and the Liberty Falls Amphitheatre, June 5, 2021 for the second concert of the Live at Patriots Park Concert Series.

Based in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, East Coast Party Band covers six decades of Rock, Rhythm and Blues, Beach and much more!

The band’s founder, Mark Black, is no stranger to the Kings Mountain area.

“I grew up in nearby Clover South Carolina,” says Mr. Black. “However, my mother’s family all live(d) in Kings Mountain. My Grandfather, Ed Bumgardner, started the first youth

East Coast Party Band to perform on Saturday, June 5. (Photo provided) football program in Cleveland County. I have close ties with Kings Mountain High School as well. I was a Student Teacher there in the Fall of 1988 and studied with Chris and Sarah Cole. It means a lot for me to come back and perform in the area

again. My Mother hasn’t seen me on stage since 2005.

As you might can tell, I’m excited for my group to take the stage and host a night of fun and musical entertainment.”

Sure to be a fun night indeed, Carolina Beach Music

Association Award winning DJ Eric Bowman opens the show at 6:00 pm. East Coast Party Band will follow at 7:00 pm.

A Cruise-In, also hosted by the City of Kings Mountain, will begin at 5:00 pm.

See EAST COAST, Page 5A

Top students speak out Road closures at KMHS Commencement Several roads in the Downtown area to be impacted on June 5 due to Concert Series and Cruise-In The City of Kings Mountain Special Events Department will host a Concert Series and Cruise-In, Saturday, June 5, 2021. Several roads in the Downtown area will be impacted during the events. Railroad Avenue, West Gold Street surrounding Patriots Park and a portion of West Mountain and South Cansler Streets will be closed beginning 2:00 pm, Saturday June 5th, 2021 and remain closed or barricaded until 11:00 pm.

Further information regard-

ing road closures is listed below.

• Partial barricade placement will begin at 8:00 am – some roads will still be accessible during this time but vehicles must be moved by 2:00 pm • Additional barricade placement will begin at 2:00 pm • Roads closed at 2:00 pm and remain closed until 11:00 pm (ALL unauthorized vehicles will be towed after 2:00 pm) • Arrival time for Cruise-In participants will begin at 4:00 pm with the Cruise-In beginning at 5:00 pm-Concert will begin at 6:00 pm • Participants in the Cruise-In and concert goers, See ROAD, Page 5A

Olivia Green is Valedictorian of the Kings Mountain High School Class of 2021 and Emily Poeng is Salutatorian.

The No. 1 and No. 2 academic scholars in the graduating class of 264 seniors gave the keynote addresses at commencement exercises Saturday morning, May 29, at 9 a.m. in John Gamble Stadium.

Green interspersed her remarks with reflections on moments the class shared before COVID defined “our lives.” I am an optimist and I prefer to live by the motto, “Live, laugh and love,’’ she said. Green also challenged the graduates to be the cure of racism.

‘The past two years have been the embodiment of un-

City Council meeting Mural Ordinance approved and other actions taken Kings Mountain City Council held a Public Hearings on May 25 to discuss several items that had been continued that were on the agenda.

The first item under consideration was a Public Hearing to consider a re-

quest from Larry D. Carroll for a Voluntary Contiguous Annexation Petition for property located at 2108 Vestibule Church Road.

Economic Development and Planning Director Stuart Gilbert said city staff recommended denying the request, because they had been unsuccessful in reaching Mr. Carroll by phone, email, or by visiting the site.

Councilman Allen made a motion to deny continuation and council unanimously approved denying the request.

The second item was a Public Hearing to consider

an Ordinance to create the City of Kings Mountain’s Mural Ordinance. After discussion, Councilman Rhodes made a motion to approve the ordinance and the vote was 6-1, with Councilman Allen voting against.

The final continued item was a Public Hearing to consider an Amendment to the City of Kings Mountain Zoning Ordinance regarding vacant properties located in the KMPPED overlay district to include language in Article VI, Section 6.16 Kings Mountain Protection, See CITY COUNCIL, Page 2A

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VALEDICTORY SPEECH – Olivia Green addresses graduates and guests at commencement exercises for the KMHS Class of 2021 Saturday. Photos provided precedented times. Each day it seemed a new conflict arose without giving us enough time to recover from the last. From a virus that has taken the lives of 3.5

SALUTATORIAN – Emily Poeng, Salutatorian of the KMHS Class of 2021, is pictured with her family. From left to right, Emily’s sister Amy Poeng, Emily Poeng, and their parents Dee and Al Poeng. million people to witnessing incidents that reinforced the notion that racism sadly still prominently exists within

our society, she said.

“Injustice runs deep. It’s similar to a virus. It takes on See TOP, Page 8A

City of Kings Mountain in partnership with the Cleveland County Music Hall of Fame to host

Pickin’ At The Park Kick-Off set for June 3 at Gazebo in Patriots Park Thursday nights in Downtown Kings Mountain will sound much sweeter this summer as the City of Kings Mountain and the Cleveland County Music Hall of Fame partner to host Pickin’ At The Park.

Pickin’ At The Park is an acoustic jam session which will run every Thursday night at the Gazebo located

in Patriots Park. Kick-off to this FREE series begins June 3, 2021 at 6:00 pm.

Bring your lawn chair and join the fun.

Want to participate? All pickers are welcome!

Patriots Park is located at 220 South Railroad Avenue,

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For more information on Pickin’ At The Park, contact the City of Kings Mountain’s Special Events Department at 704-730-2101, or the Cleveland County Music Hall of Fame at 704860-4068.

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Wednesday, June 2, 2021

KMPD needs help locating missing woman CCSO made two arrests On Wednesday, April 28, at approximately 12:10 pm, Kings Mountain Police Department received a report of a missing adult female.

Missing is Angela Jamarica Burris of 105 Lake Montonia Road in Kings Mountain. Ms. Burris is described as a 36-year-old black female, approximately 5’8”, 110 pounds with brown hair and brown eyes. Family reported Ms. Burris missing after having no contact with her in over a week. The last known date of contact the family had with Ms. Burris was Monday April 19.

Numerous leads have been generated but Ms. Burris’s whereabouts are still unknown. No foul play is suspected at the time Ms.

Burris does have medical conditions that require her to take prescription medication. Ms. Burris was entered into the Law Enforcement Agency Database System as Missing/Endangered due to her medical conditions and the length of time she has been missing.

Kings Mountain Police are seeking assistance from the public in locating Ms. Burris. Anyone having knowledge or information of Ms. Burris’ whereabouts are asked to contact Kings Mountain Police Investigations Division at 704-7340444.

For additional questions regarding this case, contact Lt. Todd McDougal at 704734-4580.

in connection to the shooting of 2 year old

ANGELA JAMARICA BURRIS

■ POLICE ARRESTS MAY 29: Christopher Andrew Watts, 26, 703 Church Street, assault on female, criminal sum-

■ OBITUARIES

Barry Dewitt Stroup KINGS MOUNTAIN, NC – Barry Dewitt Stroup, 80, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away peacefully on May 25, 2021 at his home.

He was born in Cleveland County, NC, son of the late Vance and Sarah McDaniel Stroup and was preceded in death by his sister, Anna Belle Shouse.

Barry was a member of Macedonia Baptist Church where he faithfully served as a deacon.

He was the founder of Rebel Custom Trailers and over the years owned and operated several other businesses in Kings Mountain.

Barry served as Crew Chief for Stroup Racing for forty years and helped win over sixty races during his tenure.

He designed and built a custom motor home that he and his wife Barbara traveled the country in. Barry loved fishing and spending time with his family. He will be missed greatly by his family, many friends, and the entire racing community.

He is survived by his wife of sixty years: Barbara Welch Stroup, of the home; son: Wally Stroup (Gina), Grover, NC; daughter: Renee Day (Scott), Bessemer City, NC; grandchildren: Sarah Stroup Gann (Ben), Kings Mountain, NC; Luke Stroup, Grover, NC and Matthew Day, Bessemer City, NC; great-grandchild: William Gann; brother: Ronnie Stroup (Marilyn), Kings Mountain, NC. Visitation was held on Thursday, May 27, 2021 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM in the sanctuary of Macedonia Baptist Church.

Funeral service was held on Friday, May 28, 2021 at 11:00 AM at Macedonia Baptist Church with Pastor Michael Horne officiating Interment was held in Mountain Rest Cemetery.

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

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

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MAY 21: Daion M. Brown, 29, Gastonia, assault on female, injury to personal property, unauthorized use of motor vehicle, no bond.

MAY 21: Wilbur Darryl Sorrow, 31, 1102 Rollingbrook Court, resist, delay, obstruct, $5,000 secured bond.

MAY 21: Jess Lee McClure, 34, 1208 Northwoods Drive, failure to appear, $5,000 secured bond.

MAY 22: John William Flowers, 35, Mount Holly, felony possession methamphetamine, possess drug paraphernalia,

$10,00 secured bond.

MAY 22: Gordon Renell Foster, 51, Spartanburg, SC, DUI, driving while license revoked, giving false information to officer, $7,500 secured bond.

MAY 22: Jess Lee McClure, 34, 1208 Northwoods Drive, felony possession methamphetamine, possess drug paraphernalia, no bond.

MAY 23: Antonio Joel Williams, 307 S. Cherokee Street, assault on female, no bond.

MAY 23: Ishmar Jabbar Grier, 35, Bessemer City, sell Schedule II, possession with intent to

CITY COUNCIL

everyone who owns property in the city. If you would like to review the proposed ordinance, visit cityofkm.com and click on Your Government in the top menu. To the right, you will see Community Planning and Economic Development. Click on that link and you will be taken to a new page. Scroll down and you will see: To access the UDO online, go to: http://online.encodeplus.com/regs/kingsmountain-nc-update/. That link will take you to the proposed UDO for the city.

A second public hearing was also continued until city council’s next meeting on June 29 regarding a developer agreement to construct a 300,000 square feet shell building and provide financial incentives for Project Joe. In additional action, city council voted to: Adopt a Resolution to enter into a Cooperative Regional Law Enforcement Agreement to provide mutual aid and cooperation between regional law enforcement agencies.

Scheduled a Public Hear-

From Page 1A Preservation and Enhancement District (KMPPED), beginning at page 53-R.1, requiring upkeep maintenance to vacant buildings in the Main Street District. Councilman Butler made the motion to adopt the ordinance and amending the city’s zoning ordinance and the vote was unanimous.

Council also considered a Voluntary Non-Contiguous Annexation Petition from R. Dean Harrell and Colton Harrell to annex property lying between Kings Mountain Boulevard and Crocker Road, consisting of 60.91 acres.

Property being further known as Parcel Numbers 62514, 72747, 13810, 55635, 11081 and 11082 – Case No. VA2021-3-12. Councilwoman Annie Thombs made the motion to extend the corporate limits of Kings Mountain to include this property and the vote was unanimous.

A public hearing to receive public input regarding the adoption of the City of Kings Mountain Unified Development Ordinance (UDO), was continued to June 15 at 6 pm in council chambers to allow for public input.

A week prior to that meeting, the Planning and Zoning board will have an open forum during their meeting on June 8 in council chambers at 6 pm.

The public is invited to attend.

The UDO must be approved by July 1 and impacts

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bond, Tianna Lashae Jumper, 20, was charged with Obstructing Justice, $100,000 secured bond.

The child is still hospitalized and recovering from his injuries, and the investigation is ongoing.

Both parents are being held in the Cleveland County Detention Center as the Department of Social Services is arranging for the child’s care and well-being.

“Sheriff Norman stated that investigators worked diligently to discover the truth in this tragic case in order to bring the unknown shooter to justice. However, investigators quickly discovered that the case was not a “drive by shooting” as reported.” “Our hearts and prayers are with the child as he recovers from his injuries.”

Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office has made two arrest in connection with the May 9 shooting of a two-year-old at 117 Douglas Street Lawndale, NC. Investigators have arrested Lucentio Clark and Tianna Jumper, the father and mother of the child. Both have been arrested in connection with disguising the shooting as a “drive by shooting” by staging a crime scene to make it appear as one had happened.

The original call received by 911 is that an unknown shooter shot into the house and a bullet went through the window and struck the child.

The evidence collected by the investigators disproves statements made by the parents as to what had occurred. During interviews with the parents

they stated that they heard the sound of gunfire outside when the child was shot. It’s apparent that there was a shot fired from inside the house that struck the child and another that was fired from outside the house after the fact to appear to have come from a “drive by shooting”.

Lucentio Clark, 38, has been charged with Child Abuse/Neglect-Serious Bodily Injury and Possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, $150,000 secured

sell, deliver cocaine, sell/ deliver cocaine, $30,000 secured bond. He was also served warrants for possession of firearm by a felony and assault inflicting serious injury.

MAY 24: Alex Donnell Blevins, 50, 1508 Northwoods Drive, DWI, driving while license revoked, $5,000 secured bond.

MAY 26: Nimely Davis, 22, Salisbury, driving while license revoked, fictitious tag, order for arrest, He was transported to Gaston County Jail, no bond.

MAY 26: Rebecca Alisha Dawkins, 23, 410 Gold Creek Trail Apt. 201, failure to appear, $2,000 secured bond.

INCIDENTS MAY 20: A resident of Country Club Acres reported theft of a red riding lawn mower valued at $300.

MAY 20: A resident of Shady Grove Road reported common law robbery and slashing of four vehicle tires.

WRECKS MAY 14: Officer Cooke said David Cham-

bers, 403 E. King Street, operating a 2016 Nissan, backed into a gas pump barrier pole at 2120 Shelby Road. Property damage was estimated at $5,000.

MAY 18” Officer Dee cited Thomas Joseph Pagano, Dallas, operating a 2012 Nissan, with damage to property and driving while license revoked after Pagan hit a construction barrier on NC 161 doing $32,500 damage to the barrier and $10,000 damage to the vehicle.

ing on Tuesday, June 15, at 6 p.m. to consider the proposed Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Budget.

Authorized the City Manager to execute a Memorandum of Understanding with Gaston County authorizing the County to assume the duties of receiving calls transferred from the City of Kings Mountain’s Dispatch for the City’s Fire Department in the Gaston County portion of the City’s jurisdiction.

Scheduled a Public Hearing for Tuesday, June 29, at 6 p.m. to consider a request from Mauney Real Estate, LLC, Petitioner (Owner Alex Mauney), to remove property consisting of 7.16 acres, Parcel #63398 located in the City of Kings Mountain along York Road.

Scheduled a Public Hearing for Tuesday, June 29, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. to consider a rezoning application from Owner, Alex Mauney, to rezone property located in the City of Kings Mountain at 1050 York Road, Highway 161, from Heavy Industrial (HI) to Light Industrial (LI).

Adopted a Resolution to

reclassify 911 Public Safety Telecommunicators as First Responders to ensure access to proper training, healthcare benefits and recognition.

Awarded a Downtown Façade Grant application in the amount of $5,000 submitted by John B. McGinnis, for the property located at 245 and 247 South Battleground Avenue.

Awarded a Downtown Customer Inducement Grant to Davey Scism, for the property located at 229 South Battleground Avenue, in the amount of $2,000.

Adopted a Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute two agreements with Bethlehem Volunteer Fire Department, Inc., for the assumption of debt by the City resulting from annexations.

Adopted a Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Crowders Mountain Volunteer Fire and Rescue, Inc., for the assumption of debt by the City resulting from annexations.

Approved the following appointments and reappointments to the Boards and Com-

missions listed below. These are the Mayor’s recommendations and were approved by the Nominating Committee: Moss Lake Commission ▪ Albert Petty – reappointment for term expiring 6/30/2024 Mauney Memorial Library Board of Trustees ▪ Hilda Kiser – reappointment for term expiring 6/30/2024 ▪ Erika Melton – reappointment for term expiring 6/30/2024 Main Street Advisory Board ▪ Cobb Lahti – appoint to fill the unexpired term of David Stone for term expiring 6/30/2023 ▪ Josh Shelton – appoint to fill the unexpired term of Ed Blackburn for term expiring 6/30/2023 Patrick Senior Center Advisory Board ▪ Mattie Adams – reappointment for term expiring 6/30/2024 ▪ Tamra Moody – reappointment for term expiring 6/30/2024 ▪ Carl Morrow – reappointment for term expiring 6/30/2024

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Sheriff's Office KM Memorial Day Observance adds two to Most Wanted list

By Loretta Cozart

On May 23, Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office added Daniel Christopher Dotson and Jessica Lynn Gosnick to their Most Wanted list.

Daniel Christopher Dotson, 43, is described as 6' tall and weighing 195 pounds. He has a scar on his chest and a tattoo of a star on a finger of his left hand. He is wanted for obtaining property false pretense, and possession methamphetamine.

Jessica Lynn Gosnick, 42, is described as 5’ tall and weighing 110 pounds. She has tattoos on both arms, legs, and feet. She is wanted for: obtaining property false pretense, breaking and entering, larceny, financial card theft, possession marijuana, R\resisting an officer.

If you know the whereabouts of Dotson or Gosnick, contact Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office at 704-4844822 or submit a tip on the app.

On Monday, May 31, City of Kings Mountain held a Memorial Day Service at Mountain Rest Cemetery at 10 am. A large crowd gathered to honor and morn military personnel who died in the performance of their military duties.

Loch Norman Pipers performed the Prelude, followed by the welcome and opening remarks by Mayor Scott Neisler.

Kings Mountain Police Department Honor Guard posted the colors and Chief Lisa Proctor gave the Invocation.

The Pledge of Allegiance was let by Lt. Todd McDougal, KMPD-U.S Army, SPC. Miss Mecklenburg County Sophia Kellstrom sang the Star Spangled

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Banner, followed by remarks by the mayor. The Fulton Family performed Color Me America.

Ric Francis, US Air Force, SrA, of American Legion Post 82 read the Final Roll Call and American Legion Post 155 presented the wreath.

Abraham Ruff, U.S. Army, SGM, recited A Toast to the Flag, followed by Rifle Salute and Taps

by Marine Corp League 1164.

Miss Mecklenburg County Sophia Kellstrom sang God Bless America.

Loch Norman Pipers performed an Interlude, and the Colors were Retrieved by the KMPD Honor Guard.

Following closing remarks

by Mayor Neisler, Loch Norman Pipers played a Postlude.

MAYOR SCOTT NEISLER

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American Legion Veteran’s breakfast Saturday

By Loretta Cozart American Legion Post 155 announces its monthly Veteran’s Breakfast is this Saturday morning, June 5, from 9 am to 11 am at the Otis D. Green Post home on East Gold Street.

All veterans are invited to this free breakfast the first Saturday of each month. Guests can dine-in or carry-out their

meal. Selections include eggs, bacon, liver mush, gravy, grits, biscuits, toast, coffee, and juice.

The gathering is an opportunity for the community to support local veterans by joining them for a meal and visiting with them in fellowship. Non-veterans are asked to make a small donation to offset the cost of the meal, enabling American Legion Post to continue the program on a monthly basis.

The City of Kings Mountain observed Memorial Day at Mountain Rest Cemetery, Monday May 31.

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OPINION

Wednesday, June 2, 2021

TODAY’S QUOTE:

You cannot escape the responsibility of tomorrow by evading it today.

–Abraham Lincoln

Pieces of Kings Mountain History

On March 10, 2020, Governor Cooper issued Executive Order 116, declarLORETTA ing a state of COZART emergency in North Carolina in response to the Coronavirus that was sweeping the nation.

Almost 14 months later, Kings Mountain, appears to be returning to life as we knew it before the pandemic began.

Last Saturday two Artesian Markets were held downtown, one in the Joy Performance Theater gar-

den and the other along the 100 block of West Mountain Street. The city resumed its Memorial Day Observance after cancelling last year’s event. This coming Saturday, the city has a concert in Patriot’s Park, along with a car show on West Gold Street and Railroad Avenue. The Woman’s Club held their first in-person meeting in over a year on April 25.

The DAR did likewise on May 15 and held a memorial service for members who have died and installed their officers.

Traffic in Kings Mountain has returned to our

pre-COVID-19 volume and the same can be said for Gastonia and Shelby. Over the Memorial Day weekend, AAA predicts that, “From May 27 through May 31, more than 37 million people are expected to travel 50 miles or more from home, an increase of 60% from last year when only 23 million traveled, the lowest on record since AAA began recording in 2000.”

The point is that people are getting out and enjoying the opportunity to relax with friends. It has been a long time coming.

The CDC recently

determined that it is safe for fully vaccinated people can resume activities without wearing a mask or physically distancing, except where required by federal, state, local, tribal, or territorial laws, rules, and regulations, including local business and workplace guidance. When you are in large groups with people you don’t know, or indoors, masks are still recommended. So be sure to keep one with you when you go out.

In Cleveland County 112 cases of COVID-19 were diagnosed within the last 14 days. As of this writing, 336 people

in Kings Mountain contracted the Coronavirus, resulting in 67 deaths. A goodly portion of those who died were the elderly, many of whom lived in congregate living facilities.

These people were family and friends, and their loss should remind us to not let our guard down on Coronavirus.

During the pandemic, we have learned the value of wearing masks and washing our hands. Surprisingly, very few cases of the flu were reported in the last year. That could be due to the nation’s laser focus on coronavirus, or that masks and had wash-

ing helped prevent the spread of the flu.

During the 2019 – 2020 flu season, 22,000 people died. Twenty-two thousand people. That is an amazing number, but the 2018-2019 flu season was worse, when 34,200 people died. We should consider the importance of masks, social distancing, and hand washing during the flu season to keep ourselves and our loved ones safe. Only time will tell if we remember and do these things. So, don’t put that hand sanitizer away just yet.

What it Means to be a Christian in Kings Mountain

By Clark Covington What does it mean to be a Christain? I’ve had several young people inquire this of me as of late.

As a pastor, and someone that’s known to wear a Christian t-shirt or two, I’m used to these kinds of questions. Yet, it is my calling to not let them get old, or disregard them, but share the truths of God’s word with all that I can.

Are Christians only people living in a remote place separate unto themselves? Are Christians just the same as everyone else in their words, actions, and lifestyle? Are Christians all part of the same political party? What exactly would a Christian look like in society today?

In an unprecedented time for Kings Mountain, and the world, I thought it wise to share three firmly

grounded truths from scripture on what it means to be a Christian today.

Public Salvation Our salvation should be made public. Both, in our profession of faith as Paul exhorts us to make in Romains 10:10, and in our witness of Christ in our lives as instructed by Jesus Himself in Mark 16:15.

Would people know you are a Christian by your words? Your conduct? Your schedule? Christ calls His own to make it public.

Christ as Guidepost Christ should always be our guidepost for life. If we love Jesus we will keep His commandments, as He encouraged believers to do in John 15:15.

Do we fully understand all Christ calls believers to be? Are we living as He has commanded some of the time, but not all? Double

down on first understanding all Christ commands from believers, and then living such commands out fulltime.

Hope in Things Eternal Our hope should be in things to come, because what is not seen is far more important than what is. We know this by what is written in 2 Corinthians 4:18.

Do we find ourselves thinking the next big-ticket item will complete us? A trip or promotion at work will make us happy? Let’s look for the Blessed Hope and find more satisfaction in eternity with Him than what we see here today on earth.

With public salvation secure, a life dedicated to Christ, and our hope in the future, we can walk as true Christians in word and deed throughout Kings Mountain, and the world.

Looking Back

On June 11, 1968, Grady K. Howard, administrator of Kings Mountain Hospital, held a progress report on expansions plans for the facility. Here Howard stands before plans for the proposed additions. The photo ran in the June 13 paper. Photo from Herald Archives

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Heavy traffic heading to Downtown KM Shuttle Service to be offered to Concert/ Cruise-In goers June 5

Heavy traffic is expected in Downtown Kings Mountain, June 5, 2021 as the City of Kings Mountain hosts the Live at Patriots Park Concert Series and Cruise-In. Roads impacted during the events will be Railroad Avenue, West Gold

ROAD From Page 1A must use travel from King Street to Cansler Street for access to Railroad Avenue, Mountain and Gold Streets Motorists are urged to use extreme caution when traveling through Downtown Kings Mountain due to the increase in motor vehicles and pedestrians.

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Street and a portion of West Mountain and South Cansler Streets. As a result, the City is offering Shuttle Pick-Up and Drop-Off at the following locations: First Baptist Church located at 605 West King Street, Kings Mountain and Cherokee Street parking, located at South Cherokee Street.

Shuttle service will begin at 4:00 pm and end at

11:00 pm.

The City urges patrons to use the shuttle services as parking will be scarce in the downtown.

Motorists are urged to use extreme caution when traveling through Downtown Kings Mountain due to the increase in motor vehicles and pedestrians.

Please plan to travel different roads if you are impacted by road closures.

Please plan to travel different roads if you are impacted by this change.

For more information on the Cruise-In or Concert Series, contact the City of Kings Mountain’s Special Events Department at 704-730-2101, or visit their website at www.

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Gov. Cooper announces $51.4 Million in education grants, new financial aid program

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The funding is North Carolina’s share of the Governor’s Emergency Education Relief (GEER) fund, federal dollars that aim to help school districts, postsecondary institutions, or other edu-

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"Students and educators across our state have faced challenges both inside and outside the classroom over the course of the pandemic," said Governor Cooper. "The GEER funds announced today will provide much needed relief for the state's community colleges and universities, help us continue to build and grow a successful and diverse workforce and provide students equitable access to postsecondary education."

With this package, the Governor will launch the Longleaf Commitment program, a $31.5 million investment to guarantee that

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graduating high school seniors from low- and middle-income families receive at least $2,800 in federal and state grants to cover tuition and most fees at any of the state’s 58 community colleges. The Commitment program will supplement the federal Pell grant and existing aid by providing an additional $700 to $2,800 grant per year for the 2021-22 and 2022-23 academic years for students to earn an associate degree and/or credits to transfer to a four-year college or university in North Carolina. Additional details on how students can apply for these grants will be available at www.nccommunitycolleges.edu.

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Longleaf Commitment program will also provide matching grants to help colleges expand student advising, success coaching, and related services.

“Education translates into opportunity, and I thank Governor Cooper for his decision to use federal funds to extend higher education opportunities for students to attend community colleges,” said Thomas Stith, president of the NC Community College System. “North Carolina’s ‘great 58’ community colleges are essential to the state’s economic recovery efforts and are well poised to prepare the workforce needed, today and tomorrow.”

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The life of a Champion

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

One aspect of COVID that we have all had the opportunity to experience is the binge watching on streaming platforms such as Netflix, whether it be Tiger King or reruns of The Office. One binge-worthy show that came out during COVID was The Last Dance where we got to experience the rise of Michael Jordan as arguably the G.O.A.T. What Michael Jordan says about being a champion is this, “Champions do not become champions when they win an event, but in the hours, weeks, months and years they spent preparing for it”. In other words, to be a champion in

basketball, you cannot treat it like a hobby. It requires something that many of us do not like to hear - Discipline.

In Ephesians 6:4 we are taught by the Apostle Paul that fathers should bring up their children in the discipline and instruction of the Lord. When the Bible talks about discipline it is talking about the nurturing of a child in the ways that they should go. When a father disciplines his child in the ways of the Lord, the father is nurturing that child into the ways of the Lord. In other words, Fathers are called to raise their children to be Christlike.

Living for God is more than a hobby, it is a way of life. If you are a Christian but you are not developing

your skills as a player, Christianity is merely a hobby. I like with C.S. Lewis says, “Christianity, if false, is of no importance, and if true, of infinite importance. The only thing it cannot be is moderately important.”

There really is no such thing as “hobby Christianity”.

Instead, if you want to be a champion for Christ you have to put in the time. You need to put in the time in the “hours, weeks, months” in discipline and instruction.

What does that mean in practical terms? Following are some disciplines of the faith we should exercise. Honor the Sabbath - give God one day of your week to enjoy worshipping with others as you rest.

Study & Pray. Charles

Spurgeon was asked, “What is more important: prayer or reading the Bible?” Spurgeon responded “What is more important: breathing in or breathing out?” Serve others, whether it be your church or community - there is no greater sense of fulfillment than when you give of yourself, and be a Godly leader, in your home, your school, your work, or even in your leisure. Look for opportunities to lead others to know Christ.

Living for Christ may not be all about becoming the G.O.A.T. but living as an overcomer living life to the full definitely set’s you up to live out your faith like a champion!

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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

First Wesleyan Church 823 N. Piedmont 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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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

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Newly installed officers, along with Renee Bost who joined in on Zoom.

Photo by Libby Putnam

DAR Memorial service and installation of officers

By Libby Putnam On April 25, the Woman’s Club held its first meeting together since the pandemic began in March 2020. Pictured, L-R: Bendetra McDowell, Johann Sherrill, Anne Gamble, Julienne Hambright, Doris McGinnis, Betty Sue Morris, and President Denise Cobb.

Woman's Club installs officers

By Loretta Cozart GFWC NC Kings Mountain Woman's Club installed their new officers via a Zoom meeting on

February 22. The officers are Denise Cobb President, Bendetra McDowell - First Vice President, Betty Sue Morris - Second Vice President, Julienne Hambright -

Secretary, Doris McGinnis - Treasurer, Johann Sherrill Chaplain, and Anne Gamble -Immediate Past President.

District 3 President Helen Ritchie installed the officers.

Atrium Cleveland named among 217 best maternity hospitals nationwide Five Atrium Health hospitals have been named to Newsweek’s 2021 list of Best Maternity Care Hospitals. Atrium Health Cabarrus, Atrium Health Cleveland, Atrium Health Pineville, Atrium Health Stanly, and Atrium Health Union were among the 217 hospitals across 36 states recognized for providing high-quality care to mothers and newborns.

Atrium Health hospitals accounted for 20 percent of North Carolina hospitals who made this prestigious list. Facilities recognized

by Newsweek on its Best Maternity Care Hospitals list have low rates of early elective delivery, cesarean delivery, and episiotomy, and follow important protocols to protect the health of moms and babies.

“We are grateful to Newsweek for recognizing many of our Atrium Health maternity facilities as among the nation's best hospitals when it comes to providing maternity care,” said Dr. Suzanna Fox, Atrium Health Women's Care enterprise leader and Greater Charlotte Region medical director. “This honor reflects the hard work, dedication and compassion by all of our comprehensive teams

in providing exceptional maternity care. Our patients should be comfortable knowing they are receiving the best care available. We will continue our commitment to exceeding our patient’s expectations for an extraordinary experience.”

Atrium Health Women’s Care is home to one of the most expansive OB/ GYN teams in the nation, comprised of board-certified specialists in every focus of a woman’s health.

These experts provide world-class obstetric and gynecological care at locations throughout the region, including maternity centers and state-of-the-art facilities for infertility treatment and pelvic health.

In addition, Atrium Health Women’s Care is home to the only maternal-fetal medicine program in the area, providing care to the highest-risk patients in the region. Its Women’s Institute holds the highest single embryo success rates in the Southeast, with IVF live birth rates well above the national average, as well as features a Center of Excellence invitro fertilization lab and is the only fertility center in the region where all physicians are board certified in reproductive en-

docrinology and infertility care.

“Best Maternity Care Hospitals showcases an elite group of hospitals nationwide,” said Nancy Cooper, global editor in chief of Newsweek. “These facilities should be commended for the care they provide to women and families, and for giving babies a strong start to life. As families continue to cope with the effects on the pandemic, this information can support Newsweek’s readership in planning for one of life’s most precious moments.”

Hospitals named as a Best Maternity Care Hospital have fully met Newsweek’s standards for maternity care on evidence-based, nationally standardized metrics. This includes lower rates of early elective delivery, NTSV C-section, and episiotomy, as well as compliance with process measures including newborn bilirubin screening prior to discharge and blood clot prevention techniques for mothers delivering via C-section. Newsweek’s Best Maternity Care Hospitals have also demonstrated a commitment to safety via the fall 2020 Hospital Safety Grade.

On Saturday, May 15, the Colonel Frederick Hambright Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution held a Memorial Service for those members and friends of the chapter who have passed away in the last two years.

Members who were remembered were Fran Sincox, Norma Fuchs, and Pat Plonk. A special friend of the chapter who was also remembered was Doyle Campbell, the organizing President of the Kings Mountain Chapter, Sons of the American Revolution. A candle was lighted for each one remembered, and the attendees shared special memories and achievements of each.

Following the Memorial Service, a business meeting of the chapter was held and new officers for the 2021-2023 term of office were installed.

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halves In shallow bowl, combine crushed potato chips, Parmesan cheese, and salad dressing mix. Dip chicken in melted margarine, and then roll in potato chip mixture to coat all sides.

Place in a greased baking dish. Bake, uncovered at 350 degrees for 45 minutes or until chicken juice runs clear. Makes 8 servings.

ONE POT SUPPER Frances Myers 4 pork chops ½ cup water ½ tsp. salt 3-4 carrots, sliced 1 can tomato soup 1 tsp. Worcestershire

New officers for the Colonel Frederick Hambright Chapter are Robin Meyer - Regent, Renee Bost - Vice Regent, Chaplain - Becky Scism, Recording/Corresponding Secretary - Allison Falls,

Treasurer - Ann Brogdon, Registrar - Heather Robbins, Historian - Sherry Sando, and Librarian - Natalie Bishop.

Installing Officer was Libby Putnam, Past Regent.

Storywalk® at the Gateway Trail Mauney Memorial Library in collaboration with The Gateway Trail will present Storywalk® beginning Wednesday June 16, 2021. Stories will be change out weekly.

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(Ed. Note: The recipes in today’s Cooking Corner are from “Star Spangled Recipes,” a cookbook published by American Legion Auxiliary of North Carolina.

HAMBURGER CASSEROLE Laura Snell 1 lb. ground beef, browned 1 med. onion, chopped 1 can cream of chicken soup 1 pkg. frozen Tater Tots Place ground beef in casserole dish. Top with remaining ingredients. Bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour.

New Regent Robin Masters with Past Regent Libby Putnam.

sauce 3-4 potatoes, sliced In skillet, brown pork chops; add remaining ingredients. Cover and simmer for 45 minutes or until tender.

Place into baking dish. Mix cornbread mix according to instructions on package.

Pour over top of mixture.

Bake at 350 degrees until cornbread is completely done.

PINTO BEAN CASSEROLE Martha Corriher 1 ½ lb. ground beef 1 med. onion 1 can tomato soup 1 box Jiffy cornbread mix 1 med. can pinto beans 2 tsp. chili powder 2 tsp. Worcestershire sauce Brown ground beef with onion and drain well. Mix other ingredients together and add to beef and onions.

DELICIOUS COBBLER Sandra Dukeman Melt 1 stick of butter in 9x13 pan.

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From Page 1A new forms to ensure its survival and it’s our job to be the cure, adding “I want our generation to be defined as unity and peace. I don’t see us as the “lazy generation who will run this country into the ground, a statement that I have heard more than enough,’’ she said.

“Prove them wrong, we have big dreams and so much resilience we can accomplish anything and proved it by accomplishing so much in spite of difficult circumstances.”

Motivating the graduates to “be the cure for injustice it’s our job to be the generation to cause the change we want to see in the world.”

“We have the potential to make change and the potential to be the change,’’ she said.

As a generation we have been exposed to so much violence, hatred and division that sadly has become the norm. We hear about mass shootings, blatant hate crimes and increasing political divide and this should not be our norm. We must no longer allow it to be,’’ said Green.

“Let us be the generation that becomes the change, the one who actually creates the reality that we have envisioned for ourselves. If we can accomplish all we did in a time like this, I find it hard to imagine what obstacles could possibly hold us back in the future.”

Green was raised by her mother, Chrissi Green and her grandparents, Gene and Janie Murray. She said her Grandpa inspired her and believed in her “no matter what.” She said her grandparents gave her unconditional support that has helped her to achieve goals.

She also signaled out Tara Fliesher, Jenny Robinson, Nicholas Inman, Rayvis Key, and Laura Robinson as teachers who helped her become confident and a person capable of achieving her aspirations. She thanked graduates, teachers and administrators who “tried extraordinarily hard to make the school year fulfilling in spite of the pandemic.”

Green is recipient of $380,000 in scholarships and will enter Duke University in the Fall on a full scholarship to major in neuroscience on the pre-med track. She aspires to become a Neurosurgeon. “I would find no greater joy than to dedicate my life to improving and saving many people’s lives through my occupation,’’ she said.

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(Photo provided) Laos, Thailand and Cambodia before her freshman year at KMHS. ‘’I realize how fortunate I am to have free education and clean and available necessities at home, adding, seeing all the homeless children in Southeast Asia who didn’t go to school and instead were selling trinkets on the streets made volunteering and helping children read and interact with others even more vital here in town,’’ said Poeng.

During her sophomore year Emily was a positive role model to young children at Mauney Memorial Library and during her junior year as an AP Chemistry student she entered the US Chemistry Olympiad to gain more exposure to real-life problems involving chemistry and passed a local exam. In the Fall at UNC-Chapel Hill she will major in either Bio-Chemistry or Pre-Pharmacy.

“My uncle, a proud father of a current Yale University student, always told me that knowledge is power. I took his advice and ran with it,” she said.

At KMHS Emily took challenge classes “simply because I wanted to learn more.”

Poeng dedicated her salutatory speech to the Class of 2021, spoke of class colors and her pride of the regional football championship game as a highlight of their lives.

‘While writing my speech I couldn’t help but think about how as children we all begin as “unpolished clay blocks’’ and even as freshmen were s till very much unpolished

and naïve in the ways of high school and the experiences it brought. To me we had yet to be “confidently ‘standing statues’ because of the many lessons we had yet to learn from high school before being thrust into the real world.”

“Additionally, these four years of high school are only a small puzzle to be a bigger picture of who we are- a missing shard of clay found out of several million, if you will,’’ Emily said. “We are all constantly trying to understand ourselves and who we are as we move into the next chapter of our lives,’’ she added.

“As each new school year opened and a new year started there were times when we were placed into the “licks of fire in the kiln, hardship that can only strengthen or break our stature similar to h ow a clay structure can withstand the heat or crack. The “pinching and rolling” the people in our lives have bestowed upon us are the lessons we have learned that have shaped and molded us and were put to the test to see if we could withstand “the blaze.”

Emily added, “From 2020 to 2021 our class experienced the uncertainty of the future and safety, something I consider hardening of us, yet also tempting, to crack under pressure. Without this invaluable gift, the experiences high school gave us, none of us students would be the people we are today.”

From Page 5A The Longleaf Commitment leverages the Governor’s discretionary GEER aid as a first step toward the more robust NC Guarantee grant program, which the Governor proposed through the American Rescue Plan Act funding. If enacted, the NC Guarantee would ensure that students from eligible families receive at least $6,000 per year in federal and state grants toward attending any UNC institution or North Carolina Community College.

Both programs demonstrate the Governor’s commitment to affordable education and developing a skilled workforce.

“While we work with legislators to fund the NC Guarantee, today’s graduates need help immediately,” said Governor Cooper. “Longleaf Commitment is a down payment toward more affordable and predictable pathways for students through NC Guarantee.”

The Governor will also launch the Longleaf Complete program to help college students whose education has been interrupted during the pandemic complete their degrees. $12.5 million in flexible funding will help the UNC System Office, NC Community College System, and independent colleges and universities provide financial aid or expand student support services to help students who are near completion of their degree or credential and need the extra help.

“Independent colleges and universities have worked so hard during this pandemic to keep students safe and on track for their educational progress,” said NC Independent Colleges and Universities President Hope Williams. “We deeply appreciate the Governor’s support for mental health assistance and for $4 million which will be instrumental in helping students complete their degree.”

Beyond college affordability, Governor Cooper is directing $5 million to the UNC System Office to rapidly

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According to UNC, 8 in 10 students say their mental health has been negatively impacted by the pandemic. National data reinforces the urgent need to supply campus communities with the training, resources, and expertise to better support students, staff, and faculty. To the extent practicable, the UNC System Office will extend access to training and shared services to institutions outside of the UNC system in consultation with community colleges and independent colleges and universities.

“The UNC System appreciates the Governor’s support to keep our students on track towards on-time graduation through completion grants and to address urgent mental health needs especially for at-risk students,” said UNC System President Peter Hans.

“The Governor’s emphasis on helping those most vulnerable during the pandemic is reflected by his leadership on these issues.”

The higher education actions build on the Governor’s recommendation to use federal American Rescue Plan funds to help at least 200,000 more people attain degrees or trade certificates by 2025.

The package will also improve data and expand equity initiatives through the following programs: • $825,000 to expand the Jobs for North Carolina Graduates (JNCG) program, which teaches 11th and 12th grade high school students employability and workplace skills in preparation for the workforce after graduation.

The program currently operates at eight high schools in mostly rural counties in North Carolina. JNCG college and career coaches at each participating school identify students who are at risk of not completing high school or transitioning into the workplace due to economic, family, academic, or personal barriers.

• “To increase school completion, improve graduation and ensure students continue

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their education journey into postsecondary, it’s essential that our youth have access to academic and career development support, particularly as they attempt to regain momentum post COVID,” said Jill Cox, President and CEO of Communities In Schools of North Carolina. “This incredible investment in our 11th and 12th grade students in the Jobs for North Carolina’s Graduates program will ignite hope and propel future opportunities for students state-wide.”

• $750,000 to develop an Education Recovery Dashboard, which will empower education leaders with data necessary to better serve students, families, and educators as school districts and colleges manage more than $10 billion in federal education aid. This resource will provide timely data to ensure the state’s education recovery is fast and fair.

• $650,000 to develop and promote an accessible digital literacy toolkit that educates students and parents on the digital literacy skills that are critical to remote learning and workforce opportunities. This is a recommendation of the Andrea Harris Task Force, which Governor Cooper established to address the social, economic, environmental, and health disparities in communities of colors.

• $173,000 to further support the NC School of Science and Math and UNC School for Arts, which each received limited to no federal COVID relief funds because of the size of their high school student populations.

North Carolina previously received $95.6 million in GEER I funds under the CARES Act. Aid from the first GEER package, which the Governor announced in the fall, has been used to hire student health staff and academic support personnel in more than 170 school districts and charter schools, help more than 5,200 students pursue industry-recognized credentials, and provide emergency financial aid to more than 6,900 college students.

In December, the federal Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act allocated $42.2 million in GEER II funds to North Carolina. GEER II aid will be available for use through September 30, 2023. The awards from this announcement include $9.4 million in remaining GEER I funds and $42.0 million in GEER II funds

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Mountaineers bomb Huskies 18-2, Burns here Friday for Senior Night Kings Mountain High’s baseball team bombed the Hunter Huss Huskies 18-2 in a Big South 3A Conference game Thursday at Hunter Huss.

The Mountaineers were scheduled to go to Gastonia Ashbrook last night and will host Burns in a non-conference contest Friday at Lancaster Field. This will be the Mountaineers Senior Night and last regular season home game. They close out the regular season Tuesday at Crest in a battle that will decide the conference championship.

Coach Brad Melton used three pitchers at Huss. Zane Brockman started and pitched

the first inning, giving up just one hit and no runs.

Devin Pressley pitched two innings, striking out four and allowing no runs on one hit.

Caleb Broome pitched the last two innings, giving up two runs on three hits while striking out five.

Offensively, the Mountaineers collected 12 hits.

Charlie Melton had a double and triple and Parker Richards had a single and double. Jacob Hamrick, Dalton Gunter, Boone Cartee, Cole Irby, Chris Ruffalo, Jaxson Bolin, Trey Crawford and AJ Wyile had one hit each.

Mountaineers blank Cats 3-0 Kings Mountain got a one-hitter from three pitchers and timely hitting to defeat North Gaston’s Wildcats 3-0 in a Big South Conference baseball game Tuesday night at Lancaster Field.

Charlie Melton started and worked five innings to get the win, allowing no hits while striking out five. He did walk two batters and hit one.

Wyatt Davis came on in the sixth and gave up the lone hit, an infield single over the pitcher’s mound. He walked one and struck out three.

Zane Brockman came on in the seventh to retire the Wildcats in order on a couple of infield fly balls sandwiched around a strikeout.

Dameon Wilson, Kings Mountain’s all-time leading tackler, displays his framed #10 jersey that was presented to him at last week’s football awards ceremony at Barnes Auditorium.

Blake Davis, left, accepts Lineman of the Year Award from Coach Kevin Cruise.

Quarterback Ethan Reid accepts Offensive Back of the Year Award from Coach Kevin Cruise.

Chris Ruffalo accepts Big South Defensive Lineman of the Year from Coach Michael Kennedy.

August 11. The Mountaineers will compete in the Cleveland County Jamboree on August 13 and will open the regular season at home against Shelby on August 20.

The Mountaineers will lose many of the starters off last year’s team that won the Big South 3A Conference and went two rounds in the state playoffs. But, Coach Greg Lloyd said they will have some good returning starters as well as some reserves that he expects to step into key Javari Wilson accepts Weightlifter of the Year Award from roles.

Coach Ted Trahan.

Logan Patrick accepts Defensive Back of the Year Award from Coach Kevin Cruise.

A walk to AJ Wylie and run-scoring doubles by Brockman and Boone Cartee staked the Mountaineers to a 2-0 lead in the bottom of the third inning.

The Mountaineers scored their final run in the fifth when a North Gaston throwing error on Brockman’s infield grounder followed Wylie’s double to left and Jacob Hamrick’s infield single.

Cartee was the only player with two hits. Melton, Brockman, Wylie and Hamrick added one apiece. Bryson Walker went the distance for the Wildcats.

Summer football workouts begin June 7 at 7:30 a.m.

Kings Mountain High School will begin summer football workouts on June 7 at 7:30 p.m.

All returning players and new players should be in attendance.

The summer workouts will go Monday through Thursday until the week of July 4, which is a dead period.

There will also be a dead period during the week of July 20 for the NCHSAA Coaches Clinic in Greensboro. The first official day of practice is August 2.

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KMHS Football Awards

KM boys win Big South track championship Kings Mountain’s boys finished first and the girls second in last week’s Big South Conference track meet held at Stuart Cramer and KMHS. The Mountaineers scored 228 points to out-distance Forestview with 133, Cramer 118, Ashbrook 39, Crest 36, Hunter Huss 30 and North Gaston 24.

The Lady Mountaineers ran second to Cramer 229-194.

Crest was third with 62 points, followed by Forestview 56, North Gaston 32, Huss 26 and Ashbrook 23.

KM’s Titus Phillips was named the Big South Field Event MVP and Jaylen Mims was named the Big South Track MVP. For the girls, freshman standout Alexis Jackson did four field events to earn 26 of her team’s points and she was

named the Field Event MVP. The following Mountaineers were named All-Big South Conference: -Andre Willis in the 110 high hurdles and 300m intermediate hurdles.

-Jaylen Mims in the 100m dash, 200m dash, 4x100m and 4x200m.

-Jeramie Thurman in the 4x100 and 4x200 meters.

-Jaden Fields in the 4x100 and 4x200 meters.

-Marcus Odums in the long jump and triple jump.

-Titus Phillips in the long jump, triple jump and high jump.

-Dameon Wilson in the discus.

-Dillon Messenger in the pole vault.

-Ethan Capps in the pole vault.

Making All-Big South for

the Lady Mountaineers were: -Thalia Kushman in the 1600m and 4x800m.

-Divinity Ervin in the 3200m and 4x800m.

-Parker Wilson in the 4x800.

-Ashley Gural in the 4x800.

-Alexis Jackson in the high jump and triple jump.

-Bailey Ledford in the pole vault.

-Rayna Brown in the pole vault.

-Nevaeh Brown in the 4x200m.

-NyArdia Phillips in the 4x200m.

Ja’Niya Hunt in the 4x200m.

-Leilani Clark in the 4x200m Kings Mountain’s first place winners were: -The girls 4x800 meter relay team.

-Jaylen Mims in the 100 meter dash.

-The girls 4x200 relay team.

-The boys 4x100 meter relay team.

-Marcus Odums in the boys long jump.

-Titus Phillips in the high jump.

-Marcus Odums in the triple jump.

-Bailey Ledford in the pole vault.

-Dillon Messenger in the pole vault.

Finishing second were: -Andre Willis in the 110m hurdles.

-Dwayne Black in the 100 meter dash.

-Thalia Kushman in the 1600 meter run.

-The girls 4x100 meter relay team.

-Andre Willis in the 300 meter hurdles.

-Jaylen Mims in the 200 meter dash.

-Divinity Ervin in the 3200 meter run.

-The girls 4x400 meter relay team.

-The boys 4x400 meter relay team.

-Jaile Moore in the girls shot put.

-Titus Phillips in the long jump.

-Alexis Jackson in the high jump and the triple jump.

-Titus Phillips in the triple jump.

-Rayna Brown in the pole vault.

-Ethan Capps in the pole vault.

Finishing third were: -The boys 800 meter relay team.

-Jeramie Thurman in the 200 meter dash.

-Ashley Gural in the 400 meter dash.

-Jaden Fields in the 200 meter dash.

-Dameon Wilson in the shot put.

-Kiana King in the high jump.

-Alexis Jackson in the pole vault.

-Nicolas Harrison in the pole vault.

Finishing fourth were: -Kristofer Smith in the 110 meter hurdles.

-Nevaeh Brown in the 100 meter dash.

-Parker Key in the 1600 meter run.

-Parker Key in the 800 meter run.

-Nevaeh Brown in the 200 meter dash.

-Kiana King in the triple jump.

-Matthew Toms in the triple jump.

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Senior Men’s Golf Assocciation holds Spring Captain’s Choice The Cleveland County Senior Men’s Golf Association played a regular match and its spring Captain’s Choice last week.

In the regular match Thursday at Cherokee National, Tony Beaver took low gross with a 70. John Wortman won low net with a 66 (79-12).

David Lowery was closest to the pin on 17 and Jim Lowe sank the longest putt on 18.

Tuesday’s Spring Captain’s Choice was held at Woodbridge.

First overall with a score of 59 were Jeff Ramsey, David McIntyre, Toby Thrift and Stewart Smith. The won a playoff on the fifth playoff hole with an eagle three on #9.

Second overall with a score of 60 were John Wortman, Don Sessions, Ben Roberts and Allen Hall. They won a tie-breaker on the first play-

off hole with a birdie three on #7.

First on the front nine with a 29 were Mike Helms, Gene Latham, Mike Melton and Gary Sumner. They won the tie-breaker with a birdie three on the first playoff hole, #7.

Second overall on the front nine, also with a 29, were Doug Shuffler, Gary Self, Mark Thompson and Pete Reed.

First on the back nine with a 30 were Clenon Tackett, Ralph Justice, Roger Thompson and Paul Lichtman. They won a tie-breaker against three other teams with a birdie two on the second playoff hole, #17.

Second on the back nine, also with a 30, were Miles Crouse, Jerry Carroll, Clyde Justice and Rex Whicker.

They won with a tie-breaker against the remaining two teams with a birdie three on the fourth playoff hole, #12.

Wednesday, June 2, 2021

ALWS Tickets on sale soon NC Gov. Roy Cooper’s lifting of capacity restrictions allows for a full Keeter Stadium N.C. Gov. Roy Cooper announced Friday, May 14, that most restrictions put in place to control the spread of COVID-19 were lifted immediately. The decision allows indoor and outdoor facilities to be at full capacity. The local planning committee for The American Legion World Series (ALWS) breathed a collective sigh of relief. The decision allows for the sale of all seats in the 5,500-seat Keeter Stadium, home of the annual tournament played

each August.

“We had not printed any tickets for the 2021 series because we did not know how many seats we would be able to sell,” says Committee Chairman Eddie Holbrook.

“Now we can let our reserved seat, box seat and rocking chair seat holders know that they will ALL have a place to watch the games. We are especially pleased because we are celebrating the 10th

year of having the ALWS played in Shelby-Cleveland County.”

The ALWS games are scheduled for Thursday – Tuesday, Aug. 12-17, with the first game at 10 AM Aug. 12. Ticket sales have grown substantially since Shelby became the official home of the tournament in 2011. In 2018, ticket sales reached 128,157 – a record – and fell only minimally to 127,798 in 2019. With special recognitions planned for the 10th anniversary, organizers hope to set another ticket sales record.

Gov. Cooper said in part that mandatory capacity, gathering limits and physical distancing requirements had been lifted. Masks will be mandatory only on public transportation, in childcare,

in schools, in prisons and in certain public health settings.

Anyone who purchased any type of reserved seat for the 2019 ALWS will receive a letter offering the same seats for 2021. After those wanting to renew have paid for their tickets, the remaining reserved seats will go to persons on a waiting list maintained by the ALWS staff. General Admission tickets are available for purchase, also, with the price of $35 for all 15 games; these tickets go on sale June 21.

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“We are so proud of Dr. Willis and his accomplishments. This recognition is well deserved. He is a great example of the dedicated faculty we are so fortunate to have,” said Dr. Hurst. “He and his colleagues care about their students and this College. Our students get the same quality instruction as they would receive at a four-year university.”

From his research, Willis made many recommendations for improvement including training for faculty in techniques for decreasing math anxiety and building motivation, building connections with students, using active learning, technology and increasing tutoring offerings.

“The nice thing about this capstone project with Liberty is that it allowed me to focus on a problem first-hand that I could work on and benefit my own students, students of my colleagues, and the institution as a whole,” said Willis.

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I appreciate all of the support from my professors at Liberty and my colleagues at CCC who were helpful in making all of this happen.”

Willis completed a Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) degree from Liberty University ahead of schedule in February 2021, after successfully defending his doctoral project titled “Improving Student Passing Rates in College Math Courses at Cleveland Community College.”

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Commenting on the change to the general statute, Governor Cooper said, “North Carolina’s teen driver’s license requirements save lives, and as a state senator the Governor sponsored this national standard, and this temporary adjustment keeps life-saving training while smoothing a process disrupted by the pandemic.”

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Dawson Named Yeti Head Coach

IT’S BEGINNING TO FEEL A LOT LIKE SUMMER –Summer starts officially on June 20, but warm temperatures are already here. City of Kings Mountain opened its Splash Pad in Patriots Park on Friday, May 28. It will be available during park hours. YMCA pools have been inspected and opened on May 29. City Manager Marilyn Sellers said Kevin Osborn reported much interest in swim lessons, water aerobics, pool parties, and open swim.

Photo by Loretta Cozart

Cleveland Community College has named T y l e r Dawson H e a d Coach of the Yeti Tyler Dawson baseball team. A native of Amherst, VA, Dawson was an assistant coach for the Yetis, and recently has been serving as the interim head coach.

“I’m really excited about this opportunity,” said Dawson. “We had a great first season. I’m looking forward to recruiting and continuing to build a strong Yeti program.”

Dawson is a graduate of Bridgewater College where he was a member of the football and baseball teams. He previously worked as director of operations at Big League Camp in Marion, coached at Blacksburg High School (VA), served as assistant coach of the Edenton Steamers of the Coastal Plains League, and as an assistant

at Virginia Tech to both the softball and strength and conditioning programs.

In addition to his duties with the Yeti baseball program, Dawson manages the College’s fitness center, serving as strength and conditioning coach for all athletes at CCC. Dawson holds a degree in exercise science from Bridgewater and is pursuing a Master of Sports Administration from Southeastern Oklahoma State University.

“Coach Dawson brings a ton of energy to our program,” said Chris Nanney, athletic director. “Whether on the practice field or the weight room, he’s a guy that can go all day. He wants to build up our program and see it grow.”

During his service as interim head coach, Dawson has managed the team while making plans for next season.

These duties include recruiting and scheduling for next year. His first duty as head coach will be to represent the College at the Region 10 pre-conference coaches meeting to vote on the All-Region Team.

KMMS Awards and Honor Rolls

A HONOR ROLL 7th Grade- Beachcombers A Honor Roll Sarah Bouchard Mark Cruz Sarah Eagle Stephen Foster Katherine Frye Megan Harrison Madeline Huffman Jasmine Paysour Ava Tipton 7th grade-Dolphins A Honor Roll Luis Cedillo-Barrera Riley Croft Jaelen Culp Bryce Davis Nathaniel Glover Aaliyah Haynes Kayla McSwain Ruby Osborne Anna Wooten 7th grade-Stingrays A Honor Roll Madison Broome Lucas Davis Ashtyn Fisher Chloe Goins Kyra Guffey Nathaniel Kaiser Camden Pasour Brayden Pearson Sathida Sengpaserth

7th Grade-Waveriders A Honor Roll Elizabeth Bolt Olivia Carrillo Tayler Elliott Jacob Gilbert Jamerson Hamrick Josiah Hill Leighton Hindall Gabriel Lubas Sadie Mauney Kenzlie Morris Hadessa Nolen Matyson Remelius Shaelah Rice Airam Solis Katherine Torres Wesley Turner Gabriel Williams Omari Wilson 8th grade- Rockets A Honor Roll Angel Connor Paige Fleming Samuel Hanvy Alyssa McMillan Nathan Parsons Joseph Safrit Gabriel Short Megan Sourisoud Brooke Waseman 8th Grade- SuperNovas A Honor Roll Yadhira Aleman Pamela Cary Fernandez Jacob Clinard Isabella Hardin Alexis Moore Sophia Salter Max Thompson Jaylyn Wallace 8th grade-Voyagers A Honor Roll Zoie Baynard Philip-Mark Bryson Noel George Timothy Groves Hayden Huss Jordan Patterson Kendall Rayfield Taylor Roper Mary Ruffalo Landon Stowe 7th Grade-Beachcombers A/B Honor Roll Ta’Riyah Adams

Lillian Bolin Samuel Bryson Brayden Carroll Dominic Davis Audrey Earley Andrew Fulton Abigail Hedgepath Brennan Hug Farri Martin Semaj McGill Caleb Nixon Sarah Norton Coley Peters Neilaysia Poston Colton Willyoung 7th Grade-Dolphins A/B Honor Roll Jacob Baker Karie Benton Olivia Deloera Parker Faircloth Wyatt Freeman Helena Healy Autumn Heffran Roberto Jimenez Lopez Vance Johnson Sarah Johnsonbaugh Connor MacPherson Jaleigh McLaughlin Ella McNeal Drew Trombetta 7th Grade- Stingrays A/B Honor Roll Anna Bridges Miley Carroll Phyilcia Eubanks Hailey Griffin Miles Hill Bree Lovelace Cheyna McAbee Nicholas Moss Nickolas Phonephet Caleb Smith Waylan Smith Joseph Williams Kayla Williamson 7th Grade-Waveriders A/B Honor Roll Sierra Abernathy Madison Canipe Makayla Caskey Ethan DiBruno Hannah Goins Caitlynn Hinson Amasai Kennedy Kayden Marthers Troy Mathis Katelyn McDonald William Mercer Ja’Isaac Middlebrooks Brasdin Moore Kevin Valle-Moreno Lucas Ward Logan White 8th Grade- Rockets A/B Honor Roll Caroline Bivins Charleston Black Jaylen Clinton Mya Davis Tyler Furman Brooke Hamrick Sarabeth Harmon Alison Ladd Kee’donn Linney Madison Lucas Hope Meek Montana Niederer Emmanuel Ortiz Matthew Rhom

MJ Short Caden Smith Will Varner 8th Grade-Supernovas A/B Honor Roll Sahnaii Bullock Cheyenne Calhoun Donovan Cavender Olivia Hernandez Soto Addison Howard Sadie Laughter Eric Lowery Saniya Porter Kynlee Sellers Zerek Spiering Cynthia Stinchcomb Ashton Vouthivong Abigail Warnock Kaliyah Watson Alyssa Whitney 8th Grade-Voyagers-A/B Honor Roll Kameron Adams Damajion Anderson Daquan Bess Ethan Bradley London Brown Alex Browning Andreya Byers Abby Canipe Dominik Childress Joshua Davis Autum Estes Avionna Foster Madison Goble Chloe Hale Zoe Herbster Stacy Hernandez Luna Lauryn Hodge Alexa Jones Meredith Ledford Micah Longwell Wilmer Machado Alexys Padgett Bryston Plank Carter Pressley Kinley Putnam Alexandra Stewart Annabelle Wheeler Brooklyn Whitlock Spelling Bee Kevin Cardenas Philip-Mark Bryson Lucas Davis Sarah Eagle Alex Moore Jacob Gilbert Waylan Smith Parker Faircloth Joey Safrit Levi Humphries Congratulations to Sarah Eagle, KMMS School Spelling Bee Champ! Lucas Davis placed 2nd.

Alex Moore placed 3rd but was the overall winner for Cohort B students.

PE Recognition 7th Grade Male: Kayden Marthers 7th Grade Female: Ava Tipton 7th Remote: Josiah Hill 8th Grade Male: Max Thompson 8th Grade Female: Vanessa Aleman 8th Remote: Sarabeth Harmon Loretta Cozart Award Mya Davis ART Recognition 7th Grade Male: Sean McCurry 7th Grade Female: Willow Hamilton 7th Remote: Jada Saldo 8th Grade Male: Zerek Spiering 8th Grade Female: Kendall Rayfield 8th Remote: Jordan Patterson CTE-Mrs. Hinson Recognition 7th Grade Male: Matthew Presnell 7th Grade Female: Sadie Mauney 7th Remote: Phylicia Eubanks 8th Grade Male: Alex Browning 8th Grade Female: Mya Davis

8th Remote: Bryston Plank

CTE-Mrs. Sparks Recognition 7th Grade Male: Jalen Culp 7th Grade Female: Priscilla Medina 7th Remote: Ant’taije Cooper 8th Grade Male: Sam Stallings 8th Grade Female: Montana Niederer 8th Remote: Jonathan Caldwell CTE-Mrs. Sparks Recognition Stock Market Winners Lab 1- Cole Groves Lab 2- Landon Stowe Lab 3- Kevin Emory Lab 4- Colt Barber Remote- Brasdin Moore CTE-Mr. Short Recognition 7th Grade Male: Wesley Turner 7th Grade Female: Hannah Goins 7th Remote: Isabella Mathis 8th Grade Male: Carter Jarvis 8th Grade Female: Paige Fleming 8th Remote: Angel Connor Chorus Recognition 7th Grade Male: Weston Randle 7th Grade Female: Tayler Elliott 7th Grade Remote: Riley Croft 8th Grade Male: Nicholas Atilano 8th Grade Female: Abby Warnock 8th Grade Remote:Jeremiah Hill Band Recognition 7th Grade: Ruby Osborne 8th Grade: Brooke Hamrick Team Good Citizen Rockets: Joey Safrit & Hope Meek SuperNovas: Aidan Robinson & Kristian Tinsley and Kaliyah Watson, Jaylen Wallace & Natalie Blanton Voyagers: Hayden Huss, Damiso Nightingale, Alex Browning, Kevin Cardenas, Josh Davis, David Philbeck, Barry Moore, Carter Jarvis, Kendall Rayfield, Kinley Putnam, Brooklyn Whitlock, Autum Estes, Zoie Baynard Beachcombers- Evan Rice & Angelinne Hernandez Dolphins: Bobby Moses & Olivia Deloera Stingrays: Jermond David & Miley Carroll Waveriders: Ethan DiBruno & Airam Solis Peak Performer Award Rockets: Emmanuel Ortiz & Mackenzie Warren SuperNovas: Max Thompson, Teddy Brooks, Vanessa Aleman & Saniya Porter Voyagers: Kameron Adams, Philip-Mark Bryson, Landon Stowe, Alex Browning, Carter Pressley, Joshua Davis, Zoe Herbster, Jordan Patterson, Kendall Rayfield, Noel George, Alexa Jones, Mary Ruffalo, Annabelle Wheeler Beachcombers: Charlie Foster & Katherine Frye Dolphins: Luis Cedillo-Barrera & Ruby Osborne Stingrays: Nathaniel Kaiser & Sathida Sengpaserth Waveriders: Jamerson Hamrick & Elizabeth Bolt Above and Beyond Award Rockets: Nathan Parsons & Megan Sourisoud SuperNovas: Jake Clinard & Cheyenne Calhoun Voyagers: Josh Davis, Hayden Huss, Alex Browning, Kevin Cardenas, Landon Stowe, Philip-Mark Bryson, Micah Longwell, Autum Estes, Zoie Baynard, Zoe Herbster, Kendall

Rayfield, Kinley Putnam, Abby Canipe, Mary Ruffalo, London Brown, Kinsley Scism Beachcombers: Marc Cruz & Sarah Bouchard Dolphins: Jaelen Culp & Anna Wooten Stingrays: Lucas Davis & Ashtyn Fisher Waveriders: Lucas Ward & Tayler Elliott

Yes I can! Award Rockets: Zamauri Morton & Cheyenne Wiggins SuperNovas: Eric Lowery, Dylan Marthers, Janice Pagan-Martinez & Kynlee Sellers Voyagers: Hayden Huss, Damiso Nightingale, Daquan Bess, Cody Morrow, Hayden Gleason, Autum Estes, Karnaejia Keene, Alex Stewart, Melody Bumgardner Beachcombers: Sean McCurry & Audrey Earley Dolphins: Roberto Jimenez Lopez & Ella McNeal Stingrays: Tyler Rue & McKenzie Lowery Waveriders: Omari Wilson & Dessa Nolen Patriot Achieve Award 8th Grade: Donovan Cavender, Taylor Roper 7th Grade: Nathaniel Kaiser, Madeline Huffman Daughters of the American Revolution Good Citizen Award 8th Grade: Kendall Rayfield 7th Grade: Hailey Griffin Scotty Strong Award: Scotty Hill was a KMMS Patriot who not only made a difference in the lives of his peers, but the staff of KMMS as well. Scotty fought a courageous battle with cancer that began when he was a student at KMMS. Shortly before his 15th birthday, on January 3, 2014, Scotty passed away, leaving a legacy impossible to forget.

One fact was always evident through Scotty’s battle was that he never give up hope. He had a determination and a willingness to battle through some very dark times in his life, but yet still find the strength to make an impact on others.

This award was created by the KMMS Staff along with Scotty’s family. It hon-

ors Scotty’s courage and determination by recognizing an 8th grade student who shares Scotty’s same fight for hope.

While the circumstances may be different, Scotty’s courage and bravery can be seen in students that were nominated for this award.

It is with great pride that the family of Scotty Hill and the Staff of KMMS present the 2020-2021 Scotty Strong Award to Damiso Nightingale

Rocket Team Awards Remote Rockstars: Samuel Hanvy & Brooke Waseman Super Scientist Award: Aiden Moore & Angel Connor

Supernova Team Awards Best Comebacks: Kensley Phillips, Zerek Spiering & Teddy Brooks Peak Remote Student: Isabella Hardin Voyager Team Awards Highest Average in Science: Mary Ruffalo, Brooklyn Whitlock, Kendall Rayfield, Zoe Herbster, Noel George, Taylor Roper, Landon Stowe, Chloe Hale, Kinley Putnam, Kameron Adams, Jordan Patterson Highest Average in Language Arts: Hayden Huss, Daquan Bess, Noel George, Kinley Putnam, Philip Mark Bryson, Landon Stowe, Cole Groves, Kevin Cardenas, Brooklyn Whitlock, Josh Davis, Dominik Childress, Zoe Herbster, Ethan Bradley, Stacy Luna Hernandez, Kendall Rayfield, Abby Canipe, Alexa Jones, Annabelle Wheeler, Jordan Patterson, Kameron Adams Highest Average in Social Studies: Noel George, Cole Groves, Kendall Rayfield, Landon Stowe, Ethan Bradley, Zoie Baynard, Philip-Mark Bryson Highest Average in Math: Joshua Davis, Dominik Childress, Kendall Rayfield, Hayden Huss Beachcomber Team Awards: Overcomer Award: Semaj McGill & Ta’Riyah Adams Awesome Attitude: Coley Peters & Sarah Eagle Difference Maker: Neilaysia Poston & Trenton Pettis Greatest Gains: Jamerius Williams & Alyssa Tyner Enthusiastic Learner Award: Ferrari Martin & Blayden Wease Integrity Award: Madeline Huffman & Cameron Laye Math Award: Sarah Bouchard ELA Award: Abigail Hedgepath Science Award: Sarah Norton Social Studies Award: Evan RIce Dolphin Team Awards Most Responsible: Princess Strain, Kayla McSwain Most Improved: Natalie Brown, Bernardo Cobos-Hernandez Most Dedicated: Helena Healy, Bryce Davis Perseverance Award: Cydnie McCurry Stingray Team Awards Best Transition from Remote to Face to Face: Elizabeth Sherman & Michelle Lara Torres Perseverance Award: Cheyna McAbee Enthusiastic Math Remote Learner: Kaydence Lovelace Waverider Team Awards Remote Academic Excellence: Josiah Hill & Katie Torres Remote Hard Worker: Gabriel Williams Math Academic Excellence: Kenzlie Morris, Sierra Abernathy, Shaelah RIce, Olivia Carrillo, Gabriel Lucas Science Award: Makayla Caskey, Priscilla Medina, Leighton Hindall, Matthew Oliver

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North Elementary Author’s Tea

By Anna Hughes North Elementary School First Grade Classes wrote books about their year in first grade. Mrs. Deason's Class book was called: "What Made First Grade Fun?" Mrs. Smith's Class book was

called: "In the First Grade Together" Mrs. Wyte's Class book was called: "Flying Through First Grade".

The students got to enjoy a snack and teachers came by to meet the authors and have them autograph papers for them.

Mrs. Deason’s Class – Photos Anna Hughes

Students in Mrs. Deason's Class wrote What Made First Grade Fun.

Mrs. Smith's Class

Students in Mrs. Wyte’s Class wrote Flying Through First Grade.

LEGAL NOTICE STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA CLEVELAND COUNTY PARCEL ID: 14353 IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK 21-SP-37

Mrs. Wyte’s Class

BCBS warns of five COVID-19 scams to avoid

IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE of a Claim of Lien for Assessments under power of sale pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 47F-3-116 N.C.G.S. § 47C-3-116 filed on 11/19/20 by Woodbridge Association, Inc. Petitioner, in File # 20 M 214 Court, Cleveland County, against Alvaro Cabral Pereira and Matilde Perez de Cabral Pereira and, Respondent, whether one or more.

NOTICE OF SALE 10723.003 Pursuant to an order of the Clerk of Superior Court and under and by virtue of the power and authority contained in the above-referenced lien and that Declaration recorded in Book 1263, Page 1175 of the Cleveland County Registry, and because of default in the payment of the indebtedness thereby secured and failure to carry out and perform the agreements therein contained and, pursuant to demand of the owner and holder of the indebtedness, the undersigned trustee for the Petitioner will expose for sale at public auction to the highest bidder for cash at the Cleveland County Courthouse at 11:00 a.m. on 6/14/2021 the following described real estate and any other improvements which may be situated thereon, and more particularly described as follows: Being all of Lots No. 182 and 183 of Map No. 2, Section 1 of WOODBRIDGE Subdivision, as shown on a plat recorded in Book of Plats 12 at Page 30 of the Cleveland County Registry, and reference is hereby made to said recorded plat for a metes and bounds description of the property.

And being more commonly known as 133 and 135 Oakwood Drive, Kings Mountain, NC 28086.

The record owner of the property, as reflected on the records of the Register of Deeds at the time of this Notice, is Alvaro Cabral Pereira and Matilde Perez de Cabral Pereira.

The property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Petitioner nor the trustee, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Petitioner, the trustee or the holder of the debt make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition are expressly disclaimed. The sale is made subject to all prior liens and encumbrances, and unpaid taxes and assessments including but not limited to any transfer tax associated with foreclosure, if any.

A deposit of five percent (5%) or $750.00, whichever is greater, in cash or certified funds, will be required of any winning third-party bidder at the time of the sale. The sale will be held open for ten (10) days for upset bids as required by law.

This the 2nd day of June, 2021. /s/ Christopher P. Gelwicks Christopher P. Gelwicks N.C. State Bar No. 36188 THE MCINTOSH LAW FIRM, P.C., Trustee 209 Delburg St., Suite 203 Davidson, N.C. 28036 Telephone (704) 892-1699 Facsimile (704) 892-8664 KMH (6/02 & 09/ 2021)

Students in Mrs. Smith’s Class wrote In the First Grade Together.

While social distancing has been a definite adjustment, we’ve seen it bring a lot of good. We’ve heard countless stories of the helpful neighbor buying groceries for their elderly friends, citizens sewing cloth masks to share with highrisk populations and people donating food.

Blude Cross and Blue Shield warns there have been good acts, but unfortunately there are still people looking to capitalize on the COVID-19 panic through scams.

At a time when stress levels are higher than normal, anyone can be susceptible to scams. The Coalition Against Insurance Fraud has been keeping a close eye on the scams.

BCBS looked at those they have flagged, and others circulating online, and compiled the top five.

5 common coronavirus scams 1. Fake “corona” insurance The Coalition Against Insurance Fraud has flagged that fake health insurance agents may call and offer insurance coverage for COVID-19. At Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina (Blue Cross NC), we are covering the cost of COVID-19 testing and treatment for members. No additional health insurance is needed.* If you do receive one of these calls, hang up.

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2. Cancelled health insurance You might see an increase in robocalls or emails from scammers alerting you that your health insurance coverage has been cancelled. This is typically done to gather your personal information or place malware on your computer. At Blue Cross NC, we are dedicated to the health and well-being of our members and helping those who have recently lost health coverage.

If you are worried your health

insurance has been cancelled, call the number on the back of your member ID card. If you need to explore your coverage options, please visit our website or call 1-888-4171 for help.

3. Coronavirus cures and tests Tests: Many scammers have started drive through pop-up coronavirus testing sites at traditionally trusted locations like churches, mission houses, and gas stations. Some may also call and share the location of COVID-19 testing sites that are not legit.

These sites can charge up

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.

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

to $250 and put your personal information at risk for future fraud. Scammers selling nonFDA approved testing kits over the phone, social media, and door-to-door have also been on the rise. These ploys are aimed at getting your personal and insurance information.

Scammers may suggest that you should be tested for the presence of Coronavirus antibodies. The benefits of having evidence of antibodies in your blood are still being verified by the FDA. The accuracy and benefits of the test should be discussed with your personal health care provider before getting tested. Again, Do not share your insurance card with tele-

marketers, and instead check with your personal health care provider.

If you believe you need to be tested for COVID-19, first consult with your doctor using telehealth. Follow your doctor’s directive on where to be tested.

Cures: Currently, there is not a vaccine for COVID-19. Do not agree to pay someone for a COVID-19 cure, as one does not exist. Many fake miracle cures have been marketed on Facebook as preventative or curative treatments for COVID-19. They can cost upwards of $4,000 and are not proven to work.

LEGAL NOTICE STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS Having qualified on 19th day of May, 2021 as Executor of the Estate of BARBARA G. BISHOP; AKA, BARBARA GILLESPIE BISHOP, 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, James Michael Bishop, Executor on or before the 26th day of August, 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 26th day of May, 2021.

James Michael Bishop, Executor Estate of: Barbara G. Bishop; AKA, Barbara Gillespie Bishop 316-3 Lamar Avenue Shelby, NC 28150 KMH (5/26, 6/02, 09, 16/2021)

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Page 5B Medications such as Hydroxychloroquine, Azithromycin, and other anti-anxiety medicines are currently not proven treatments for the virus.

4. Free masks It is true that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is now recommending the use of cloth face masks when going out in public. But be wary of text messages or calls from anyone offering free or discounted face masks.

Some callers may pretend to represent the Red Cross or other well-known organizations. Face masks are in short supply, and it is best to call the organization directly if you receive an unsolicited call.

5. Senior scams Seniors are likely to be targeted with COVID-19 scams since they are one of the most at-risk populations for the virus. The Coalition Against Insurance Fraud warns seniors to be careful about those offering free virus tests at senior centers, health fairs or in your home. Often scammers use these avenues to steal people’s medical or personal identity.

If you’re worried that you

are being scammed, here are two easy ways you can protect yourself.

1. Double Verify If you ever receive an unsolicited email, phone call, or text asking for personal or financial information, always double check the source. The best course of action is to hang up and call your bank, health insurer, or the organization directly to ask if the request is credible.

2. Second Guess Your Click Scams frequently appear as emails or as text messages that include links to click on.

As a rule of thumb, never click on a link that is from a sender you do not recognize. Clicking could result in a cyber-attack.

Even during a pandemic, scammers are still out there.

Being aware of the scams most related to COVID-19 and taking the extra steps to verify the legitimacy of the offer are two of the best ways to protect yourself.

If you ever have questions about the status of your health insurance or coverage, call the number on the back of your insurance member ID card.

PUBLIC HEARING TUESDAY There will be a Public Hearing for the proposed 20212022. Budget of $2,429,240 for the Kings Mountain ABC Board on Tuesday, June 29, 2021 at 5:30 pm at the Kings Mountain ABC Store on Cleveland Avenue. The meeting is open to the public and a copy of the proposed budget is available for the inspection in the office of the board’s general manager Ailene Ormand at 220 Cleveland Avenue in Kings Mountain.

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LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 7th day of May, 2021 as Executrix of the Estate of SIDNEY R. DIXON; A/K/A, SIDNEY ROY DIXON, 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, Jean D. Webb, Executrix on or before the 19th day of August, 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.

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.

Having qualified on 10th day of May, 2021 as Executrix of the Estate of WILLIAM JOEL WILLIAMS, 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, Deborah Williams Wall, Executrix on or before the 26th day of August, 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 26th day of May, 2021.

Deborah Williams Wall, Executrix Estate of: William Joel Williams 1211 Mooresboro Road Shelby, NC 28150

This the 19th day of May, 2021.

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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)

CITY OF KINGS MOUNTAIN, NORTH CAROLINA PUBLIC HEARING PROPOSED BUDGET FY 2021-2022 The proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2021-2022 to be effective July 1st, 2021 for the City of Kings Mountain has been presented to the City Council and is available for public inspection in the City Clerk’s Office at City Hall, 101 West Gold Street during normal business hours and on the City’s website at www.cityofkm.com.

There will be a Public Hearing on Tuesday, June 15, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of City Hall for the purpose of discussing the proposed budget.

Karen A. Tucker City Clerk

Jean D. Webb, Executrix Estate of: Sidney R. Dixon; a/k/a, Sidney Roy Dixon 3803 Wildcherry Road Shelby, NC 28150

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This the 2nd day of June, 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

LEGAL NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 10th day of May, 2021 as Administratrix of the Estate of RONNIE MARION CALLAHAN, 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, Katrina M. Callahan, Administratrix on or before the 19th day of August, 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 19th day of May, 2021.

Having qualified on 7th day of May, 2021 as Administratrix of the Estate of WILLIAM RAY LEDFORD, 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, Jennifer Nicole Fredell, Administratrix on or before the 19th day of August, 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 19th day of May, 2021.

Katrina M. Callahan, Administratrix Estate of: Ronnie Marion Callahan 1965 Red Road Shelby, NC 28152

Jennifer Nicole Fredell, Administratrix Estate of: William Ray Ledford 106 Old Stagecoach Road Lawndale, NC 28090

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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 20th day of May, 2021 as Executor of the Estate of DOROTHY ELIZABETH JENKINS HICKS; AKA, DOROTHY J. HICKS, 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, Robert Stephen Poston, Executor on or before the 26th day of August, 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.

Having qualified on 14th day of May, 2021 as Executor of the Estate of LORETTA YOUNG JACKSON, 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, Steven Christopher Jackson, Executor on or before the 26th day of August, 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 26th day of May, 2021.

This the 26th day of May, 2021.

Robert Stephen Poston, Executor Estate of: Dorothy Elizabeth Jenkins Hicks; AKA, Dorothy J. Hicks 7056 Stirrup Court Matthews, NC 28104 KMH (5/26, 6/02, 09, 16/2021)

Steven Christopher Jackson, Executor Estate of: Loretta Young Jackson 3818 Cole Ave High Point, NC 27265 KMH (5/26, 6/02, 09, 16/2021)

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CLASSIFIED CLASSI FIED ADS

PLACE YOUR AD AT CAROLINACLASSIFIEDS.COM OR CALL 704-484-1047 ANNOUNCEMENTS

EMPLOYMENT

EMPLOYMENT

INTERESTED IN BECOMING A HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL OFFICIAL? Our area is in need of individuals who are willing to learn the rules and mechanics to be a part of an officiating crew for Friday night football. The Bi-County Football Clinic will meet Monday, June 7th, 6:00pm at Isothermal Community College - Health and Public Services Building. If interested, please plan to attend. For more information contact Chris Huskey 828-980-3627 or Dee Webb 828-429-9172.

NEED A LABORER AT AUTO PARTS OF SHELBY. Must have a valid driver license.

Apply in person at 1025 County Home Road, Shelby, NC. 28152. 704-472-4666.

FULL TIME MAINTENANCE MAN NEEDED. Maintain rental properties. Must have valid NC Drivers license. Pay depends on experience. (704) 473-4299

ONE ON ONE CARE is hiring for all shifts. Full/parttime hours available. Group homes are 6 beds or less.

CNA/Nursing assistant jobs available but not required. No exp. necessary, all trainings included. Please apply in person at 203 Lee St., Shelby.

COMPLETE CARE INC. Is seeking CNAs / In Home Aides for Cleveland and Gaston Counties. Apply M-F, 8am-4pm at 404 W. Warren St, Shelby, NC 28150 or call (704) 480-9340

GRAND VIEW CAMPGROUND. Will have Fat Daddy’s DJ Service on Friday night 5/28 from 7-9 pm. Live music with Paul Jameson Saturday 5/29 7-9pm. 680 Hwy 226 Casar, NC 704-472-3100, (704) 472-4666 TUBING: GRAND VIEW CAMPGROUND. STARTS May 29th, 30th, 31st. Drop off are 10am-4pm. $10 per person. CASH. 680 NC Hwy 226 Casar, NC 28020. 704-4723100, (704) 472-4666

GOLDEN DOMERS TOY AND HOBBY. Model Cars, Die-cast Cars & Trucks, Tractors, Hot Wheels, Construction Toys, Sports Memorabilia, Autographed Items, Hard to Find Items! See Mike & Brandon Willis. They are located at The Shoppes at Sandy Run 4345 W. Dixon Blvd, Shelby 704-297-0102 or 704297-0103 CLAIM FOR CLEAR TITLE -JETSKI. To all persons claiming an interest in: 1995 - 10’ - Fiberglass - Bombardier - ZZNE4010C595. Robert Jackson III will apply to SCDNR for title on watercraft/ outboard motor. If you have any claim to the watercraft/ outboard motor, contact SCDNR at 803-734-3699. Upon thirty days after the date of the last advertisement if no claim of interest is made and the watercraft/outboard motor has not been reported stolen, SCDNR shall issue clear title. Case #: 20210421950221 (803) 734-3699 1ST ANNUAL CAR SHOW. SAFE HARBOR COMMUNITY CHURCH. Sat, May 29, 2021, 10am-2pm. FOOD LION / ROSES Parking Lot. 1314 Shelby Road, Kings Mtn, NC 28086. HOT DOGS & BBQ SANDWICH PLATES. Silent Auctions, Door Prizes, 50/50 Sale, Etc. EVERYONE WELCOME. Rain Date June 5, 2021. Questions 704-9178221 PROCEEDS TO BUILDING FUND.

COINS * COINS * COINS. We Buy & Sell Coins. “Coin Collector Supplies.” JAKE’S KNIVES & COLLECTIBLES. 1008 South Lafayette Street, Shelby. Call 704-600-6996 (980) 295-5568 COUNTY LINE TIMBER Buying standing timber, 10 acres or more. Also do land clearing, grading, culverts, driveways. 828-289-0742.

EMPLOYMENT 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 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 CDL CLASS A DRIVER POSITION. In need of a CDL Class A driver at Auto Parts U Pull & Scrap Metal of Shelby.

Local runs. Paid by the load.

Must apply in person at 1025 County Home Road Shelby, NC. 704-472-4666

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

SEEKING HVAC SERVICE TECHNICIANS. Shelby Heating & Air is seeking HVAC service technicians. Pay based on experience. Subject to pre-employment drug screen, background and drivers’ license check. Apply in person at Shelby Heating & Air, 1990 Eaves Road, Shelby.

704-487-7877. lisa@shelbyhvac.com WANTED: UTILITY PERSON. To help landlord with the duties of Housing. Truck and tools needed. (704) 418-6116 KINGS MOUNTAIN, NC LANDSCAPING COMPANY needs full-time and parttime laborers. Must have a valid drivers license and experience preferred but not required. There is a lot of travel with this position, but you return home daily. Would prefer local to the Kings Mountain area due to the early leave time. Please call and leave message: 704-734-5370. We will return your call later that day or the following day.

HOLY ANGELS FOUNDATION. Join our team! NOW HIRING! Instant interviews.

For more information, visit www.HolyAngelsNC.org /careers 6600 Wilkinson Blvd., Belmont, NC 28012 CURRENTLY SEEKING AN EXPERIENCED Automotive Mechanic. You will be required to have valid driver’s license and your own tools.

704-482-9789 HAVE A CLEAN DRIVING RECORD? AA UNITED CAB COMPANY is hiring qualified individuals for driver positions. “Must Pass Drug Test & Physical”. Call (704) 482-7000

TRUCK DRIVER POSITIONS AVAILABLE. TRUCK DRIVER - CDL A - 1 YEAR EXP. FLATBED DRIVERS - $3000 SIGN-ON BONUS - WEEKENDS OFF - WEEKLY PAY - BENEFITS - KINGS MOUNTAIN, NC Ph. 1-800-811-0947 EXT 129

BUSINESS SERVICES ROB’S LAWN CARE. I do lawns in the Shelby Area.

Reasonable Rates! Call 704487-5065 or (704) 297-0325 CLEVELAND COUNTY GARAGE DOORS. Spring 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.

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 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 PAINTING SERVICES. Over 25 years experience, affordable prices. Professional results. References available.

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

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

(704) 473-0341

RETIRED GENERAL CONTRACTOR AVAILABLE for small job repairs and fixes.

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

J & H JUNK REMOVAL Locally owned and operated company, offering Junk Removal, Demo Services, and MORE! Serving Rutherford, Cleveland, Polk counties and surrounding areas. Call today for your free estimate! (828) 351-9168 hardinjonesmoving@gmail.com BUSH HOGGING & GRASS CUTTING. Reasonable Prices! Cleveland County Area.

Call (704) 472-4037 LOOK! WANT YOUR UTILITY BUILDING MOVED? Call me, Richard Baker. We move anywhere. (704) 473-9736 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

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) 750-4395 spisales@ spigutter.com

AUCTIONS STORAGE AUCTION JUNE 4, beginning at 1:00pm at H&D Storage, 314 E Gold Street, Kings Mountain.

Multiple units will be auctioned. Units to be auctioned: 1; 7; 8; 15; 16; 19; 21; 22; 46; 56. Call for more information. (704) 7396334 pamdjackson@bellsouth.net

YARD SALES

HELP WANTED: RIVERSIDE RIDING STABLES. Trail Guide, own transportation, dependable, prefer female.

Full/Part-time. Must have experience with horses. Serious Inquiries Only! 828-288-1302.

PLANT DELIVERY SPECIALST. The Plant Delivery Specialist role is a diverse position, involving professional customer service, communication, and quality control. This position requires an Active CDL class A license. We are looking for motivated individuals who can manage their time effectively. The role requires drive and a sense of accountability because the day-to-day working environment will involve very little direct supervision.

Responsibilities/ Requirements: Safely and Professionally operate a Commercial Motor Vehicle. Communicate directly with customers to insure timely delivery of product. Make all assigned deliveries within the allotted time frame. Possess an active CDL Class A license.

Provide Customer relation support. “tailgate” Plants to rear of trailer for customer. Maintain/ Manage proper Invoicing and Accountability practices. Additional information. Paid Orientation and Training. Constant and Regular WEEKLY Home Time.

Full-Time Year-Round Employment. Top Pay package. Entry Level Opportunities Available.

(407) 792-5956 ed@eastcoasttropicals.com

BUSINESS SERVICES

CLEVELAND COUNTY

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 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.

SHIPMAN’S MASONRY- 48 YEARS EXPERIENCE. Brick, Block & Stone, Outside Fireplaces, Foundations, Underpinnings. “Free Estimates”.

1st Quality Work! (863) 5321587

DON’T MISS THIS ONE! Sat. Jun 5th, 2021 from 7:30 AM 12:30 PM. Household items, furniture, dishes, some clothing, lawn equipment & more!

1615 Wesson Rd., Shelby, NC 28152 TOWNWIDE YARD SALE, MOORESBORO. Sat. June 12th, 2021 from 06:00 AM - ? 306 West Main Street, Mooresboro, NC 28114 BRING CASH! Sat, Jun 5th, 7AM-12PM. Storm door, white pedestal sink, shutter style closet doors. Lots of good stuff. 125 Delmar Road, Shelby, NC 28152 HOT DOG AND YARD SALE. Sat., June 5th, 8 AM-Until.

Temple Baptist Church located at 1105 Bridges Street, Shelby, NC 28152

ANTIQUES UNIQUE ANTIQUE STATION: Farm House Decor, Antiques, Collectibles, Vintage Toys, Jewelry and MORE. Tuesday-Saturday, 11am-4pm. 985 US 74 Business Hwy., Ellenboro. Find us on FB. 828-382-0075.

Deadline: Friday at 12:00 Noon FOR SALE

FOR SALE

CONTINENTAL SPORTS RADIAL TIRES PAIR Continental Low Mileage Cross Contact LX Sport Radial Low Profile Tires 265/45R20 (704) 435-6251 sfgmason@ att.net

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

1980 FORD F100 PICKUP. Long bed with ladder rack.

Needs some work. Can send pictures by phone. $1200. Call (704) 300-1818 kim_hopper@ bellsouth.net 55 GALLON PLASTIC SOLID TOP BARRELS. 225 Gallon Water Totes. Metal Burning Barrels. 15 Gallon Solid top Barrels. Hickory, (828) 327-4782 ANTIQUES & MORE N BEAMS MILL. Furniture, Antiques, collectibles, man cave items, bottles & more.

Thurs.-Fri., 10am-5pm. Sat., 9am-4pm. Closed Sun.-Wed. 4135 Fallston Road, Shelby. (Hwy 18 north.) We have maple drop-leaf table with 6 chairs, curio cabinets, baseball cards, galvanized buckets. 704-312-6410.

UTILITY TRAILER FOR SALE. 7 X 10 ft., used for hauling lawnmowers, golf carts, etc. Tail gate equipped with Gorilla lift. Call 828-2894417.

1999 REBEL CUSTOM SINGLE CAR CARRIER TRAILER. Locking tool box, double tandem, 16ft bed, GVWR=7,000, pull-out ramps. $3,000. 828-245-7866 leave message.

WEBER GENESIS GAS GRILL. Double Burner. Barely Used “Like New!” Cost over $700 will take $350 OBO. Call (704) 418-1403 SOFA & LOVE SEAT, $200.

Entertainment center $75.

Sofa & end tables $50. For pictures, call (704) 692-3821 40 INCH HOT POINT RANGE. As is, $75. Must pick-up. 828-286-2548.

CHIHUAHUA DOGS, long and short hair, $30 each.

(10) CHAINLINK PANELS, 50’ roll chainlink wire, (2) rolls hog wire, $300 for all. 704470-5275.

WEATHER PERMITTING: SUNDAY, 5/30/21, 9AM1PM. Parking area of Southside Flea Market, 1316 South Lafayette St., Shelby. Solid Leather belts & billfolds, men’s clothing; overalls, carp pants, etc., socks, signs, flags, paper products, washing products & other misc items.

HOSTA PLANTS For Sale.

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

PATIO FURNTIURE for sale.

Table and 4 chairs. $65.00.

980-404-0409.

ASHLEY TWIN BED. Includes plastic covered box spring & mattress. $200 obo.

(704) 477-4138 SAWS Delta 8” Radial Arm Saw $400.00 Wilton Metal Cutting Band Saw $300.

(828) 289-4417 shollifield53@ gmail.com OLD RECORDS LOT OF 7000. OVER 7000 RECORDS, RANGING FROM 40’S TO EARLY 70’S. CONDITION FROM GOOD TO BRAND NEW IN PLASTIC COVER. NO CHERRY PICKING.. RECORDS COLLECTED OVER SEVERAL YEARS. IE: SINATRA, CLINE ELVIS, ETC. MUST SELL THE ENTIRE LOT SERIOUS BUYERS ONLY PLEASE! LEAVE MESSAGE (828) 625-9744 CSISAMS@HOTMAIL.COM

FOR SALE FREE UPRIGHT OAK PIANO. You pick up and haul.

Shelby area. (704) 734-8282 3 PERSON. Garden Leisure Hot Tub, like new. $3250.

Buyer moves the tub. (704) 538-8142 LARGE STURDY DOG HOUSE. Pd $145.00 +, must have $100. Call 828-2896091.

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

Call 828-245-5895.

BABY ITEMS, BOYS, GIRLS, WOMEN’S, mens clothes, shoes, household, couches, linens, golf clubs, wedding dress (20), Rainbow vacuum, piano. 828-429-4270.

USED CAMPER TOPS: BUY/SALE/TRADE. Various sizes and styles. 828-9800881.

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

CABRIOLET VW. Best Offer!

Parts only. Does not run. Call (704) 300-1818 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 (2) CEMETARY PLOTS FOR SALE. Great Deal! Cleveland Memorial Park. $7,245 for both! For more info call 704473-2435.

ZERO TURN GRASSHOPPER LAWN MOWER FOR SALE. Diesel engine, 61” cut, $3800. Deal of the day!! 828429-3100.

OLDER MODEL SNAPPER. Riding lawnmower. Call for info. (828) 201-0133 FOR SALE. Upright piano $450. Also Bernina serger sewing machine. 97 Western Novels (Mostly All New!) only $90 (704) 825-5701 TOMATO PLANTS FOR SALE $2, $3 OR $5. Coming Soon-Strawberry Plants - $2/ ea. Assorted Hanging Baskets by June. Please help me turn my hobby into a business.

Located at 2553 Whelchel Rd., Mooresboro, NC 28114.

Open: Mon., Tues., Thurs., Fri and Sat., 9am - Dark. Closed -Wed. & Sunday.

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

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

DEER CORN. SHELLED, 50lbs, $8.55. 828-287-3272.

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.

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.

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

ENCLOSED TRAILER IN STOCK. Dump trailers in stock and more on the way!

J. Johnson Sales, Inc., Forest City. 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.

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

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.

HORSE QUALITY HAY. Square and round bales, also 3x3x8’ bales. Call (704) 4876855 PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS with Scratch Pads!

Press Room Printing. 704482-2243. (704) 538-5788 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

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FOR SALE 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.

WANTED: LOOKING FOR OLDER Martin or Gibson guitar. Gift for uncle. Would consider other quality brands.

God Bless. 704-538-9207, 843-670-9727.

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

WANT TO BUY NEEDED: USED DOG KENNEL. Also college student looking for Hyundai rims to fit 2011 Hyundai Sonata.

Reasonably priced. 828-9802522.

DANNY’S AUTOWERKS. Buying used or junk cars.

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

WE BUY JUNK VEHICLES. WE PAY TOP DOLLAR FOR JUNK CARS, TRUCKS, VANS. CALL US ANYTIME. (704) 487-5244 WANT TO BUY 8FT. BUSHHOG. Please call, 828-4539854.

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 WANTED: OLD AND NEW AMMO. Reloading supplies.

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

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

Callahan’s Towing. (704) 6921006

FARM & GARDEN

CARS & TRUCKS

2002 NEW HOLLAND TRACTOR TC40A 4x4 40HP with Loader. Asking $10,500 (704) 297-8885

2008 CADILLAC DTS Luxury Edition fully loaded, 84,000 original miles, excellent condition. $8000. (989) 492-4891

BUSH HOG. I need a bush hog to clear my pasture for reseeding. There is Bradford Pears. It is seven acres. (828) 755-5340 pbloch0203@gmail.com YANMAR 2210 TRACTOR. 22hp, 26hp PTO, 12 Forwards, 3 Reverses, 4 speed PTO. Rebuilt head, New water pump and hoses. All 4 tires new. New radiator, new starter. Excellent condition! $4650.

(704) 718-9122 GARDEN TILLING SERVICES AVAILABLE. Tractor with 6’ rototiller. Reasonable prices. No job too big or small.

Call 704-692-4079 (704) 6924079 NEW SOUTHERN 5 FT. BUSH HOG. $1,065. 828-2873272.

PETS & LIVESTOCK BOXER/PIT MIX PUPPIES. 8 wks old, 7 males 1 female ready for a new home. All are brown w/ blk mask or just brown $20 rehoming fee 704 858 6236/ or 704 406 7526 (704) 406-7526 colemanmaggie19@gmail.com 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

3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH HOUSE. Ocean Lakes, Myrtle Beach, Salt Work Road, Site M-3. Openings 5/22-6/19. $1650 week. Saturday-Saturday. No Pets (843) 655-4929 BOOKING NOW. Nice 3 bedroom, 2 bath home in the heart of Myrtle Beach. $650 week. No texts please. Call 704-418-3790.

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 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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CLEVELAND COUNTY

POLK COUNTY, SUNNYVIEW, NC. FOR SALE BY OWNER. Convenient location, 8 acre Restricted Estate Lot. Owner Finance Available.

Call 828-429-3287.

MOBILE HOMES & APARTMENTS. In Kings Mountain.

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

RUTHERFORD COUNTY 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://lucye t h e l . a p p fo li o.c o m / listings/detail/8c8fa1e9e540-4a25-919f-e0971a9b43aa Professionally managed. Be at home, in a Humboldt home. www. humboldtwoods.net Gastonia, NC 28056 (704) 705-4534 rentals@humboldtwoods.net

REAL ESTATE HOUSE ON MOSS LAKE 4 BR, 3 BA, Wooded lot. $445,000. For more information call 864-216-7537. Sell as is.

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

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1/2 ACRE LOT UNRESTRICTED!! Near TIEC, $20,000. ALSO, 1.57 restricted lot near Lake Lure, selling at auction regardless of price May 27th. 864-909-1035, www.rowelland.com

FOR RENT CLEVELAND COUNTY

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 - 704-7054534! Apply here: https:// lucyethel.appfolio.com / listings/detail/8c8fa1e9e540-4a25-919f-e0971a9b43aa Professionally managed. Be at home, in a Humboldt home. www. humboldtwoods.net Gastonia, NC 28056 (704) 705-4534 rentals@humboldtwoods.net

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.

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 BEDROOM MOBILE HOME. 1 bath, washer & dryer, stove, refrigerator, central air, just remodeled on large lot. Deposit & criminal background check required. (704) 313-7357 2 BEDROOM APARTMENT (DUPLEX). Located in Fallston. Central heat/air, hardwood floors, washer/dryer hookups. No smoking or pets.

Not HAP eligible, $550 month.

(704) 487-5480 1 BEDROOM SECOND FLOOR APARTMENT Shelby Area. Includes Stove & Refrigerator. No Smoking or Pets. Not HAP Eligible. Heat/ Water Included $495 Month Rent. (704) 487-5480

CLEVELAND COUNTY

2006 BUICK RENDEZVOUS 126,462 miles, $3950, BEAUTIFUL CAR EXCELLENT CONDITION! (704) 473-1311 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

REAL ESTATE

VACATIONS FULL HOOKUP SPOTS, $42 NIGHT. Tent spots starting at $22 a night. Grand View Campground, 680 NC Hwy 226, Casar, NC. 704-4723100, (704) 472-4666

Deadline: Friday at 12:00 Noon

2 OR 3 BEDROOM MOBILE HOMES. In Grover or Shelby. Currently being remodeled. Now taking applications.

Available June 1st. $650$750. Call 828-234-8147

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 2&3 BEDROOM MOBILE HOMES. Nice and clean, water furnished. Oak Grove Community, Kings Mtn. Call or text, 704-739-0259.

RUTHERFORD COUNTY

4BR, 3BA HOME ON MOSS LAKE, $1400 per month. For more info, 864-805-0035.

FOR RENT. 228 TRYON RD., RUTHERFORDTON, NC. 3BR, 1BA+BASEMENT(8 ROOMS). $800 MONTH. 828-222-8128.

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

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

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Helping Seniors Find Discounted High-Speed Internet Services Dear Savvy Senior, Do you know where I can find cheaper high-speed internet services for my home? I’m 70-years old and live strictly on my Social Security and would like to find something faster and less expensive than I currently have.

Surfing Susan Dear Susan, There are actually two new resources available today that can help you save money on your home internet services, but what’s available to you will depend on your income level and where you live.

Here’s where to begin.

Internet Discounts Depending on your financial situation, a good first step to reducing your home internet costs is through the new Emergency Broadband Benefit (EBB) program. This is a temporary federal benefit that provides a discount of up to $50 per month towards broadband service for eligible households and up to $75 per month for households on tribal lands.

Eligible households can also receive a one-time discount of up to $100 to purchase a laptop, desktop computer, or tablet from participating providers if they contribute $10 to $50 toward the purchase

price.

same or separate services.

To qualify, you’ll need to show that your annual household income is at or below 135 percent of the federal poverty guidelines, which is $17,388 for one person or $23,517 for two. Or, if you’re receiving certain types of government benefits such as Medicaid, food stamps (SNAP), SSI, public housing assistance, veterans’ pension or survivors pension benefit, or live on federally recognized tribal lands.

Or, if your broadband provider already has its own low-income or COVID-19 relief program, you may be able to qualify through this program as well. Talk to your broadband provider for more information.

Households that experienced a substantial loss of income since February 29, 2020 due to job loss or furlough can also qualify for the EBB program, as long as their household income for 2020 was at or below $99,000 for single filers and $198,000 for joint filers.

To apply, go to GetEmergencyBroadband. org where you can apply online or print out an application and mail it in.

If you’re already receiving assistance through the federal Lifeline benefit (see LifelineSupport.org), which is a $9.25 monthly subsidy for phone or internet costs, you automatically qualify for the EBB program, and you can receive both benefits at the same time. You can apply your EBB and your Lifeline benefit to the

Low-Cost Internet If you’re not eligible for the EBB program, another resource for locating cheaper high-speed internet is Aging Connected, which has a higher income qualification.

Created by Older Adults Technology Services from AARP (OATS) and the Humana Foundation, Aging Connected is a nationwide campaign created to help lower-income seniors find low-cost, in-home broadband options in their area.

Partnering with telecommunications companies, nonprofits and public entities, Aging Connected will help you search for services in your area that provide highspeed internet at a very low cost. Most participating companies charge around $10 to $15 per month, with no contract and no equipment fee.

Aging Connected also provides referrals to affordable desktop and laptop computers for under $160.

To qualify, you’ll need to show that your annual household income is at or below 185 percent of the federal poverty guidelines, which is $23,800 for one person or $32,200 for two. Or, if you’re receiving certain types of government benefits similar to the EBB program.

To search, go to AgingConnected.org and type in your ZIP code, name and email address, or you can call 877-745-1930.

Other Search Options If you find that you’re not eligible for either of the previously listed resources, you may still be able to save on your internet by shopping and comparing. The best way to do this is at websites like InMyArea.com and BroadbandNow.com, both of which provide a list of internet providers in your area, along with pricing and download speeds.

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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Local Instructor publishes Atrium Health appoints first book on Achievement ever chief experience officer Do you have an interest in maximizing more of your potential?

Is there something DUNKLEMAN that you desire to accomplish, but just don’t know how to go about it?

“Uncommon Achievement,” a book by college instructor, reveals the tools and skill-sets necessary to realize more of your human potential.

Utilizing a mountain climbing metaphor, “Uncommon Achievement” incorporates five base camps that lead to the summits of achievement and success. Regardless if you’re an eighth-grader planning your future, a single mom wanting to improve your life, or a retiree chipping away at your bucket list, Dunkleman’s insightful and practical book can help turn dreams into realities.

Dunkleman’s book is in part a motivational read, in part a self-help treatment, and a practical guide for developing personal potential in a systematic way.

According to Dunkleman, his life changed, literally, when he decided to read a book. That book was a biography about George Washington Carver, and it was an odd choice for a guy for whom academics was a secondary concern for the

early part of his life.

One of ten children, Dunkleman has fond memories of his childhood growing up in a rural farming community. Al says his parents ‘raised me right,’ and though he had a strong work ethic, he was more interested in sports and art than history, science and math.

When he graduated high school, he tried art school but it did not take. He then started a ‘career’ as an ‘itinerant worker,’ holding a number of positions with responsibility, but no chance for true advancement. Al says, “Sometimes I wondered why opportunities just weren’t coming to a guy who was willing to work hard.”

The book about Carver changed the way he thought.

“It was a hard read for me at first,” he recalls, “but I forced myself to keep reading and somewhere along the way, I started enjoying it. And I also started learning.”

What resulted was an ongoing effort to better himself and as he did, he learned that you have to prepare and position yourself for success and opportunity, you cannot wait for it to come to you.

As for Dunkleman himself, that Carver book he read turned into hundreds, many of them which provided him insights while developing his own pathway to success. In addition to being an Instructor of Sociology at Cleveland Community College, where he received the "Excellence in Teaching Award" in 2015, he’s been recognized additionally as a finalist in the Toastmasters International Speech Contest, “The World Championship of Public Speaking,” and served seven years as a corporate consultant and trainer with clients that included Sprint, Baxter Pharmaseal and SmithKline Beecham.

His return to academia resulted in him earning his Master of Sociology degree in 2003. And finally, as a singer/songwriter, he has released three CD projects.

“Uncommon Achievement” is now available for purchase as an e-book, audiobook or hardcopy on Amazon and other online sites. The book can also be purchased at the Cleveland County Arts Council gift shop. Dunkleman can be contacted via email—aldunkleman@bellsouth.net

As Atrium Health continues to emphasize excellence throughout its enterprise, the system announced the appointment of Vishal Bhalla as senior vice president and its first-ever chief experience officer for the enterprise. Bhalla will also serve in an additional capacity as the chief human resources officer for Atrium Health Navicent.

As Atrium Health’s chief experience officer, Vishal will serve as the leader and driver for the experience strategy. This will include patient, provider, teammate and volunteer experience across the entirety of the Atrium Health enterprise, in the Carolinas and in Georgia, creating and delivering nationally leading experiences across the continuum of care, leveraging system science, process design and technology.

As the head of human resources for Atrium Health Navicent, Vishal will position Atrium Health Navicent as a workplace-of-choice, through commitment to organizational excellence in learning, growth and research. He’ll also ensure comprehensive, contemporary and effective HR strategies are executed across the market and in support of an agile workforce – including an expanding virtual component, as the operation in Macon, Georgia, continues its integration with its partners in North Carolina, as well as future regional part-

ners.

“Vishal is an acclaimed national thought leader who has an incredible history of servant leadership, diversity and inclusion, facilitating a culture of transparency and rapid innovation,” said Jim Dunn, executive vice president and chief people and culture officer for Atrium Health. “He brings a data-driven, continuous improvement mind-set with a track record of delivering results. We feel very fortunate to have him joining our Atrium Health leadership team.”

“Vishal is an experienced executive who is deeply committed to transforming the human experience through culture cultivation, collaborative innovation and service excellence,” said Delvecchio Finley, president and CEO of Atrium Health Navicent. “We’re excited to have him on our team as we improve health, elevate hope and advance healing through quality patient care in all the communities we serve.”

“I’m extremely grateful to have this opportunity to join such a renowned and innovative enterprise as Atrium Health and to serve directly with its teammates at Atrium Health Navicent,” said Bhalla. “I’m particularly drawn to how the orga-

nization elevates health and well-being through compassionate care. In this dual role, that mantra can be applied to help improve the experience of everyone we come into contact with, whether it is a person we’re caring for or a co-worker whom we care about. I cannot wait to get started.”

Bhalla previously served as vice president and chief experience officer for Parkland Health & Hospital System, in Dallas, and has also held leadership roles in the hospitality industry, domestically and internationally. In addition, he serves on the patient experience board of The Beryl Institute, on the advisory board of HR Exchange Network and editorial board of the Patient Experience Journal.

Bhalla holds a master’s degree in business administration from Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), as well as a healthcare certificate from the joint Harvard-MIT Healthcare Innovation Initiative. He is also a graduate of the Texas Hospital Association Fellows Program for 2019. Bhalla is certified in diversity and inclusion by Cornell University, has received his Senior Professional in Human Resources designation from the HR Certification Institute and holds a master black belt in lean Six Sigma.

Bhalla will be based at Atrium Health Navicent, in Macon. He began his duties on May 17.

Some BCBS health insurance enrollees eligible for payment as part of class action settlement Deadline to file is Nov. 5 On November 30, 2020, the U.S. District Court for

the Northern District of Alabama granted preliminary approval of this class action Settlement. You may be eligible to receive a payment

from the Settlement in the Blue Cross Blue Shield Antitrust Litigation MDL 2406, N.D. Ala. Master File No. 2:13-cv-20000-RDP.

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into an agreement not to compete with each other and to limit competition among themselves in selling health insurance and administrative services for health insurance Blue Cross Blue Shield denies all claims. The Settling Defendants have asserted that their conduct results in lower healthcare costs and greater access to care for their customers. The Court has not decided who is right.

You may be eligible to receive payment if you are an Individual, Insured Group (and their employees) or Self-Funded Account (and their employees) that purchased or were enrolled in a Blue Cross or Blue Shield health insurance or administrative services plan during one of the two Settlement Class Periods. Government accounts are excluded from the Class.

The Settlement Class Period for Individuals and Insured Groups is from February 7, 2008, through October 16, 2020. The Settlement Class Period for Self-Funded Accounts is from September 1, 2015 through October 16, 2020. Dependents, beneficiaries (including minors), and non-employees are NOT eligible to receive payment.

All Individuals, Insured Groups, and Self-Funded Accounts that purchased or were enrolled in a Blue Cross or Blue Shield health insurance or administrative services plan during the applicable Class Period will also benefit from the parts of the Settlement requiring Settling Defendants to change certain of their practices that were alleged to be anticompetitive. Dependents, beneficiaries (including minors), and non-employees will benefit from this part of the Settlement. For more details about who is affected visit www.BCBSsettlement.com.

Class Members who submit valid claims may receive a cash payment from the Net Settlement Fund. The Net Settlement Fund is estimated to be approximately $1.9 billion. This is after deducting attorneys’ fees, administra-

tion expenses and other costs from the $2.67 billion Settlement Fund. For more details on the Plan of Distribution, read the Long Form Notice available at www.BCBSsettlement.com. You can also call (888) 681-1142. Settling Defendants also agreed to make changes in the way they do business to increase the opportunities for competition in the market for health insurance.

You must submit a valid claim online at www.

BCBSsettlement.com or postmarked by mail no later than November 5. Claim Forms are available at www.

BCBSsettlement.com or may be requested by calling (888) 681-1142.

If you do not want to be legally bound by the Settlement, you may send a request for exclusion (“opt out”). You will receive no money, but you will keep your right to sue Settling Defendants for the claims in this case. If you do not exclude yourself, you may object to the Settlement.

You will still be bound by the Settlement if your objection is rejected. For details on how to opt out or object, read the Long Form Notice available at www.BCBSsettlement.com. You can also call (888) 681-1142.

Opt-outs and objections must be postmarked by July 28, 2021. The Court will hold a Fairness Hearing on October 20, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. Central Time, to consider whether the Settlement is fair, reasonable, and adequate. The Court will also decide whether to approve attorneys’ fees and expenses up to $667.5 million and $101 million for additional costs and service awards, which will be deducted from the $2.67 billion Settlement Fund. You may ask to appear at the Fairness Hearing, on your own behalf or through counsel, but you don’t have to do so.