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20 RIDE performs July 4th By Loretta Cozart America’s # 1 Zac Brown Tribute Band, 20 RIDE, will be performing on the Neisler Stage at ‘Red, White, and Boom’ at the Deal Park Track on July 4th. The first tribute of its kind, they are good enough to make Zac Brown’s tour manager Paul Chanon look twice. When he saw him, he said, “I had to do a double take... I thought it was really Zac.” This is not a wig wearing, lip syncing, pretending to play tribute. These are real players, making the
great music like Zac does at all his concerts. From traditional country, to Caribbean rhythm, to sultry ballads, 20 RIDE brings all the best Zac has to offer. There is something for everyone. Whether you love their mega hits like “Chicken Fried”, “Colder Weather”, “Free, “Toes”, “Highway 20 Ride” or many more, 20 RIDE will play all your favorites and some cool covers too. Comprised of good ol’ boys from upstate Carolina, these guys know how to entertain. They have a unique ability to include everyone
Cast members from Liberty Mountain – The Revolutionary Drama will host a living history encampment.
in their show. Performing for years in a cover band, their experience performing makes for a great performance. Additional music, featuring, DJ Tony Cutlass, will play a variety of classic and current hits with line dance performances led by Kountry-Urban-Soul line dance group. This free event begins Wednesday, July 4th at 6:00 pm and will also host a variety of entertainment for the entire family including; food vendors, a “Kid Zone” area, a living history encampment, and a local author book signing, “Goin’ South” by Dale Swafford “Revolutionary War reenactor”. The Kid Zone area will include inflatables, games, and a drumming circle. Cast members from Liberty Mountain – The Revolutionary Drama will be hosting a living history encampment and performing a scene from the drama written by author, novelist, and former WBTV anchor Bob Inman. All will lead up to the
20 RIDE, America’s number one Zac Brown Tribute band will perform on the Neisler Stage at ‘Red, White and Boom’ at the Deal Park track on July 4th. main event, the epic fireworks show, beginning at full dark (roughly 9:45 pm). The Revolutionary 4th is the largest fireworks show between Charlotte and Asheville. Visitors are encouraged to bring a blanket or folding chair to the field within the walking track. See JULY 4TH, Page 8A
Fireworks show will begin at full dark (approximately 9:45 p.m.). Photos provided by Christy Conner
Liberty Mountain stage on opening night. Photo by Loretta Cozart
Mayor Scott Neisler administers the oath of office to Annie Thombs Sunday at City Hall. Mrs. Thombs has been appointed to by City Council to serve the remainder of the term of the late Ward 1 commissioner Howard Shipp. Photo by Gary Smart
City Council: Breakfield withdraws Conditional Use Rezoning Application By Loretta Cozart On Tuesday, June 26, City Council voted unanimously to accept the withdrawal of the Conditional Use Rezoning Application of Thomas Breakfield for
his property at 150 Hughes Drive. During a Conditional Use Rezoning Public Hearing held on May 29th, the matter had been tabled to allow for continued discussion. At Tuesday night’s Public Hearing, Planning Director, Stuart Gilbert told Council that the withdrawal letter was submitted at 4
p.m. that day, stating that Mr. Breakfield had withdrawn his request. Attorney Travis Page spoke on behalf of Breakfield, saying it was in his best interest to withdraw the application. Suzanne Amos, Kenneth Bullard, and Roseland Hawkins spoke against the project. See COUNCIL, Page 7A
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Liberty Mountain shines brightly By Loretta Cozart Friday, June 29th, ‘Liberty Mountain” opened for its fifth season at the Joy Performance Theater to a packed house. Patrons gathered in the lobby, buying T-shirts and commemorative programs before being shown to their seats. Folks gathered at the concession stand to buy soft drinks and converse with friends. Everyone was giddy with excitement in anticipation. Two young boys were introduced to playwright Bob
Inman, who greeted them warmly and shook their hands. This may be their first-time attending Liberty Mountain, or maybe just the first time they’ll remember. They’ll never forget how welcomed Bob Inman made them feel. Artist Thomas Kelly Pauly spoke with patrons and talked about his portraits on display at the theater this year. Six of the nine pieces are new portraits in his Kings Mountain Commander Series. Folks made their way through the crowd to greet him.
As we were seated, I couldn’t help but notice how nice the theater looked. The theater we knew in the 70’s is long gone. It is tastefully redone and is a proper showplace for performances in Kings Mountain. The preshow began with an ensemble signing traditional tunes to get us in the mood for the drama about to unfold. They welcomed patrons from Georgia, South Carolina, and Eastern North Carolina and recognized the veterans in attendance before singing “My Country See LIBERTY, Page 7A
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