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Exhibitor Competition

New to Mountaineer Days Heritage Festival

The City of Kings Mountain is proud to bring back a beloved festival, the Mountaineer Days Heritage Festival, on October 12, 2024.

What is a Heritage Festival without an Exhibitor Competition? New to the Mountaineer Days Heritage Festival presented by Albemarle, the City of Kings Mountain is excited to add an Exhibitor Competition to this event and we need your help to make it a success.

Registration is now open for exhibitors in the following categories:

•Horticulture-Vegetables and Fruits, Sweet Potato Recipe

• Canned Foods-Jams, Jelly, Pickles

• Baked Foods-Breads, Cakes and Cookies

• Candies-Fudge, Peanut

Brittle, Mints and Molded Chocolate

• Needlecraft-Knitting, Needlepoint, and Crochet

• Decorated Hay Bale Contest

• Tractor Parade and Show

To register for a category or request further information, please e-mail the Marketing, Tourism, and Events Department at mte@cityofkm.com. We will send you a registration form with guidelines/ set-up information. First, second, and thirdplace winners will receive prizes. See more festival details on pages 4A-5A

Clifton family raising funds for son’s service dog

By Loretta Cozart

James Clifton is a sixyear-old boy with boundless energy, just like any other boy his age. However, James faces greater challenges as he has been diagnosed with autism and has special needs.

KMHS Homecoming Parade draws crowd to downtown

By Loretta Cozart

preparing for the Kings Mountain High School Homecoming Parade early Friday morning. Street sweepers cleaned the road as crews from Public Works prepared the area for the anticipated crowd later in the day.

and cones were placed strategically for ease of placement before the parade began. Anticipation was high as many residents remembered their years as Mountaineers, fondly looking back on their parades “way back when.”

Excited for the day’s activities and the crowds that were sure to follow, Downtown merchants decorated the windows of their stores in anticipation. Stacy Brown, Manager of Crave Hot Dogs and BBQ shared that she and another staff member had painted the restaurant windows the night before.

Other participating merchants included Papa John’s Pizza, Royal T Café, Albemarle, KM Marketplace, The Imperial Mercantile, and 238 Cherokee Grill.

The crowd had a great time waiting for the parade to begin. Some danced in the street, and kids played with balls and other items shared by merchants. One little girl jumped rope, and another dreamed of the day she would be a KMHS cheerleader. Everyone was laughing and having a great time.

At 3 p.m., the crowds began to gather. At first, it was just a few people here and there placing chairs, and it quickly turned into a steady

See PARADE, Page 8A

Jersey Mike’s Subs opens on King Street

By Loretta Cozart

The newest restaurant in Kings Mountain, Jersey Mike’s opened for business after much anticipation on Wednesday, September 18, at 10 a.m., at 110 W. King Street, Unit 1, near the Overhead Bridge.

Lines formed quickly as patrons waited to try the store’s fresh-made subs for themselves. The lines continued throughout the evening. The line-staff were fast, efficient, and courteous, as customers placed orders and patiently waited to pay for their meals.

JAMES CLIFTON

Customers caught up with neighbors as they waited, and every table stayed full throughout the day. By late afternoon, the rush hour crowd continued in, keeping the establishment

James’ parents are J.T. and Sidney Clifton, new to Kings Mountain. They own TruNorth Construction and Restoration. They also have a six-month-old daughter, Jolene. In a flyer, they shared, “As some of you may know, our son, James, is smart, fun, and so loving and is also non-verbal autistic. With that comes great trials and tribulations as See SERVICE DOG, Page 2A

According to the company’s website sharing the history of the chain, “Mike opens up one of the first submarine sandwich spots in the country. It’s a family run storefront offering up this relatively new food invention for the first time in America. It’s an instant success as families line up for the delicious food and friendly service.”

“Mike chose this scenic vacation spot on the Jersey Shore close to NYC, Philly, and Washington DC to open up his first shop. Located on the boardwalk where people would spend their summers surfing, relaxing, and enjoying time with their families, it was the perfect location for this new concept in food service.”

Family

The KMHS Football team arrives to the cheers of the crowd! Photos by Loretta Cozart

KM Marketplace vendors offered candy and fun things for the kids.

Jersey Mike’s Subs opened last Wednesday with a steady flow of customers throughout the day. (Photos by City of KM)

The store’s interior is clean and inviting, with seating that doesn’t impede folks standing in line from flowing through.

Car accident claims lives of two Burns High School students

Two Burns High School students, Dequavius Hopper, 17, and Jaelyn Abraham, 14, were killed in a crash near the school in Lawndale on Wednesday, September 18, according to North Carolina Highway Patrol Sgt. Brian Theis. A third student, X’zavier Sanders, 16, was critically injured.

“We do have some indicators, based off the first responders who were first there, that no restraints were used,” Theis said, according to The Shelby Star.

around 3 p.m. on East Stage Coach Trail in Lawndale, involving a Ford Focus and a Ford F-450. The investigation is still ongoing, but initial information shows that a Ford Focus, which Dequavious was driving, had just left Burns High after school, let out around 3 p.m., and was heading west on N.C. 182. The car driven by the students attempted to turn left onto Falls Street, but it was struck while turning in front of the Ford F-450. The car and truck collided head-on.

that the truck driver exceeded the street’s 35 MPH speed limit. No charges were filed against the truck driver.

The incident has spurred calls from school parents and members of the community to add a traffic light at the site of the crash to increase safety.

The Cleveland County community is deeply affected by this loss, and counselors were made available at Burns High School to support students and staff following the

GPD LOOKING FOR PICKPOCKETS –These people were involved in a pickpocket scheme at a local grocery store on September 8 in Gastonia. These photos show them leaving a big box store after buying almost 3k in gift cards using stolen debit and credit cards. If anyone knows them, call us at 704-866-6702.

From Page 1A he has several deficits. One of our largest difficulties with James is his “eloping” (bolting, running off, wandering). We have diligently worked with 4 Paws for Ability to get James a Search & Rescue/Service Dog.” However, the family needs your help to raise 50% of the service fee, meaning they must raise $28,000.

So, a spaghetti dinner fundraiser with a raffle, bake sale, and silent auction is planned for Saturday, Sept. 28, from noon to 6 p.m. at Bess Chapel Methodist Church, 6073 Flay Road, Cherryville. The minimum donation is $10. Oso Taco’s is catering the event and serving Mexican spaghetti.

The raffle and silent auction prizes include salon gift cards, hair care baskets, a Pleasant City gift card, a handcrafted table, a onehour massage, a K Donuts gift card, and more.

To reserve a spot, include a name and phone number with a donation.

For more information on their story or the fundraiser, find James Clifton on the 4 Paws for Ability website or call 586-4538730. You can also scan the QR code to donate on your phone.

Mother Sydney said people can also donate directly to 4 Paws for Ability online, but they must include James Clifton in the memo. That way, the money goes directly to the family.

“I’m reaching out because I believe in the power

of community and the generosity of friends. Your support means the world to us, and any contribution you can make towards our fundraising goal would bring us one step closer to receiving the service dog that will greatly enhance our daily lives.”

stolen from the Buck Chapman Rd area in Casar sometime between Friday, September 13 and Monday, September 16, 2024. It is an orange 2013 Kioto DK55 tractor with a backhoe attachment. If you have any information about the stolen tractor, please contact Investigator

Shelby Police Captain Treadway is pictured with Sgt. Allen after her promotion last week. Photo by SPD

Albemarle submits permits for potential redevelopment of KM mine

Albemarle Corporation, a global

and

permit applications for the potential redevelopment of the Kings Mountain Mine, one of the few known hard-rock lithium deposits in the U.S. Development of the mine is subject to the successful completion of permitting and a final investment decision prior to starting construction.

Albemarle must secure permits or approvals from the City of Kings Mountain, several divisions within the State of North Carolina, and the federal government to construct

and operate the proposed mine. The permit review process covers areas such as water, air, noise, and land use and is subject to agency timelines that may last two years or more. It is expected to include extensive agency and stakeholder reviews and comments.

"Completing the submission of our primary state and federal permit applications was a key focus area for the project this year and marks a significant milestone in our journey to redevelop one of the best lithium resources in the world,” said Albemarle Senior Permitting and Sustainability Manager Erik Carlson. “We remain steadfast in our efforts to advance this project by im-

plementing industry best practices for responsible mining and meeting the high standards required by governmental agencies.”

Once operational, the mine is anticipated to produce up to 420,000 tons of lithium-bearing spodumene concentrate yearly, providing a crucial building block for sustainable transportation and supporting key defense applications. Lithium has been identified as a critical material for energy by the U.S. federal government. The mine’s redevelopment is supported by a combined $250 million in grants from the Departments of Defense and Energy.

In addition to the prepa-

ration and submittal of permit applications, Albemarle continues a comprehensive stakeholder outreach program, sharing details of the project through a monthly Community Advisory Panel, periodic town hall, and open house events, and operates a Project Center in downtown Kings Mountain. Earlier this year, Albemarle also commenced the public participation portion of a voluntary Environmental

and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA). The assessment is key to aligning the mine’s redevelopment with the Initiative for Responsible Mining Assurance’s Standard for Responsible Mining, the most comprehensive set of globally recognized standards for responsible mining.

The ESIA seeks to develop environmental and social management plans to minimize adverse impacts and enhance

benefits for the surrounding communities. Albemarle plans to publish and share the assessment’s findings and anticipated management measures with community stakeholders throughout 2024 and 2025. More information about the ESIA, permitting process and progress, and the mine’s proposed project plan can be found at www.albemarlekingsmountain.com.

Gov. vetoes school vouchers and ICE Cooperation Bill

Governor Roy Cooper vetoed House Bill 10 on Friday, September 20, the Republican-backed bill that would fund private school vouchers and require sheriffs to cooperate with requests from federal immigration authorities. HB10 would spend about $500 million of taxpayer money on private school vouchers, known as the Opportunity Scholarship Program. The legislature opened the voucher program to everyone regardless of income, creating a waitlist of about 55,000 families.

Republicans have enough votes to overturn Cooper’s vetoes. The Governor vetoed the bill, expressing concerns that it would divert taxpayer money from public schools to private institutions. Education and business leaders from both parties joined the Governor, arguing that the bill would hurt public school funding, especially in rural communities.

Governor Cooper issued a statement saying, “This bill takes public taxpayer dollars from the public schools and gives it to private school vouchers that will be used by wealthy families. Studies show that private school vouchers do not improve student performance, but we won’t know with North Carolina’s voucher scheme because it has the least accountability in the country. All public schools will be hurt by the legislature wasting its planned $4 billion of the public’s money over the next decade, with rural public schools being hurt the worst. This money should be used to improve our public schools by raising teacher pay and investing in public school students. Therefore, I veto the bill.”

At the press conference, Governor Cooper stressed the importance of investing in public

education. He argued that instead of directing hundreds of millions in taxpayer dollars toward vouchers for private schools, which would largely benefit the wealthiest in the state, the legislature should focus on funding public schools. He said this would ensure that public schools, educators, and students have the necessary resources to succeed.

“I am an educator first and a Republican second,” said Burke County Board of Education Member Wendi Craven. “Education is the cornerstone of our nation, and once it fails, this country fails. Instead of continuing to divide and conquer, which shows a complete lack of leadership, legislators should support public education.”

“This bill encourages families to send their children to private schools in other counties, draining our public schools and dividing our community,” Chairman of the Washington County Board of Education Carlos Riddick told reporters. “Our students deserve strong, well-funded schools right here at home, not a system that incentivizes them to leave. House Bill 10 doesn’t just redirect taxpayer money— it weakens the backbone of our county by undermining public education.”

Governor Cooper warned that expanding private school vouchers would disproportionately harm rural counties in North Carolina, where access to private education is limited, and public schools serve as community pillars. Twenty-eight rural counties have either no private schools or just one participating in the voucher program. He said that diverting public funds to wealthier urban areas deepens the resource gap and undermines educational opportunities for rural students.

The Governor noted that public schools serve over 84% of North Carolina’s students and are continually asked to do more with fewer resources. North Carolina ranks near the bottom in K-12 funding, spending nearly $5,000 less per student than the national average. Additionally, the state has fallen to 38th in teacher pay.

According to the Office of State Budget and Management, the full expansion of the taxpayer-funded voucher program could pull nearly $100 million from public schools in its first year alone. The expansion would also add $277 million in new spending in the first year.

“We’re here today because we know that private school vouchers are the biggest threat to public schools in decades,” Cooper told reporters. It is uncertain if the Governor’s veto will hold.

“That veto can be upheld if enough legislators in both parties tell Republican leaders that they don’t want to vote on the veto override this year,” Cooper said. House Bill 10 proposes spending around $500 million in taxpayer funds on private school vouchers through the Opportunity Scholarship Program. By expanding eligibility to all families, regardless of income, the legislature has created a waitlist of approximately 55,000 families.

“Let’s be clear, I am not against private schools and parents choosing that option,” Cooper said. “It works for some children, but I am against taking taxpayer dollars out of the public schools and giving private school vouchers to the wealthiest North Carolinians, and that is exactly what House Bill 10 does. Instead, we could use this money that House Bill 10 appropriates to give public school teachers an 8 and a half percent raise and $1,500 retention bonus” and more, he said. The bill also requires sheriffs to cooperate with detention requests from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, funds increases in K-12 public school and community college enrollment, Medicaid, and broadband high-speed internet expansion.

The Governor is appealing to many Republican legislators to avoid a potential veto override. “I hope that there will be enough of them to go to the leadership to say, let’s take a pause,” he said.

Be Anxious for Nothing, final reflections

As we conclude our month-long series on anxiety, I hope you have memorized, actualized, and implemented this verse in your devotion time.

“Do not be anxious for anything, but in everything by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, present your requests to God, and the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” (Philippians 4:6-7).

The final phrase, “will

guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus,” refers specifically to God’s peace as well as the verse’s overarching theme. Our relationship with Christ directly impacts our freedom from anxiety and fear. God’s peace guards our hearts and minds as we dialogue with the Lord through praise, worship, and prayer. My last grandmother is 98 years old and nearing the end of her earthly life, yet she remains faithful and at peace. She

has always been known as a prayer warrior, which has not changed even now that she resides at the Hospice House. Her prayers for her family and others remain strong, as does her love for Christ. I am reminded of Paul’s words to the Thessalonians, “Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.” (1 Thessalonians 5:16-18) To be sure, we may not be thankful for the circumstances we find ourselves in, but we can be thankful in all circumstances, for we know Christ is with us.

Do not let fear and anxiety rob you of the joy in Christ Jesus. Trust me, I am preaching to myself. Fear and anxiety not only rob you of joy but rob you of your earthly life, friendships, relationships, and connection with the Lord. Matthew 6:27 exclaims, “Who of you, by worrying, can add a single hour to his life?” What are you worrying about today? What fear grips your thoughts?

How many of the things we worry about will matter in one, five, or fifteen years? Do not let the voice of fear take hold of you. Instead, allow God to give you peace and guard your

heart and mind. Zach Williams’ 2016 hit song says it this way, Fear, he is a liar

He will take your breath

Stop you in your steps Fear, he is a liar

He will rob your rest Steal your happiness Cast your fear in the fire Because fear, he is a liar

My friends, I pray God’s presence and peace will be so abounding in your lives that there will be no room for fear and anxiety.

Blessings, Jonathan Bundon

Eastside Baptist Homecoming Sunday, Oct. 6

On Sunday, October 6 at 10:00 a.m., Eastside Baptist Church in Kings Mountain will celebrate its 73 third anniversary which will also be Homecoming Sunday. They will have special music from Ms. Dana Ingle and Ms. Diane Reese. Later in the service there will be a time of reflection and viewing of a special video presentation of people and events over the past several decades.

Rev. Ron Caulder, Eastside’s pastor, extends an invitation to all former members and friends of Eastside to join us in this Anniversary/Homecoming celebration. After the service, everyone is invited to remain for a covered-dish dinner in the church’s fellowship building. Come and be our guests! Eastside is located at 308 York Road Kings Mountain.

Kings Mountain Area Church Directory

Bethlehem Baptist Church 1017 Bethlehem Rd. • Kings Mountain, NC

Church

701 Long Creek Road

704-629-4406

Love Valley Baptist Church

2032 Bethlehem Road

704-730-0075

Macedonia Baptist Church

1101 S. Battleground Ave.

704-739-6811

Midview Baptist Church

703 Margrace Road

704-739-6711

Mount Zion

Missionary Baptist Church

220 N. Watterson Street

704-739-8354

Mountain View

Agape Church

506 Sparrow Springs Road

704-739-0160

Baptist Church Compact School Road

704-739-4516

Mt. Zion Baptist Church

220 N. Watterson Street

704-739-8354

New Beginnings Church of Jesus Christ 541 Crocker Road

704-730-9507

New Bynum Chapel

AME

Zion Church N. Cansler Street

704-739-2606

New Camp Creek

Baptist Church 863 New Camp Creek Ch. Road

704-487-7128

New Life Family

Worship Center 428 Oak Grove Road 704-739-9371

Baptist Church 105 Waco Road

704-724-0414

Oak Grove Baptist Church 1022 Oak Grove Road

704-739-4833

Oak View Baptist Church 1517 York Road

704-739-7831

Pathway Baptist Church

3100 Parkdale Circle

704-734-0852

Patterson Grove

Baptist Church

301 Oak Grove Road 704-739-5826

Penley’s Chapel Church 1805 N Piedmont Ave

704-524-4139

Peoples Baptist Church 1010 Groves Street 704-739-0398

Ministries 7011 Cleveland Avenue

Progressive Church of Our Lord 1001 Cleveland Avenue 704-734-1070

Resurrection Lutheran Church 600 Crescent Circle 704-739-5580

Royal Praise Ministries 2055 Shelby Rd.

Saint Matthew’s Lutheran Church 201 N. Piedmont Avenue 704-739-7466

Second Baptist Church 120 Linwood Road 704-739-4216

Shady Grove Baptist Church 339 Shady Grove Road 704-739-8920

St. Paul United

Methodist Church N. Cansler Street 704-739-1256

Sunrise Baptist Church 208 Mail Road 704-692-3007

Temple Baptist Church 612 N. Cansler Street 704-739-4716

The Favor Center Church 602 Slater Street

True Gospel Holiness Church 1608 Shelby Road 704-739-6764

Unity AME Zion Church 948 Unity Church Road 704-228-0328

Vestibule AME Zion Church 2175 Vestibule Church Road 704-739-7961

Westover Baptist Church 114 Westover Drive

Advent Lutheran Church, NALC Member 230 Oak Grove Rd. 704-750-0171

Anew Beginning Baptist Church 415 Dixon School Rd. 704-473-1372

Ardent Life Church 420 Branch Street 704-739-7700

Arise Church 830 E. King St.

Bethlehem Baptist Church 1017 Bethlehem Road 704-739-7487

Boyce Memorial ARP Church Edgemont Drive 704-739-4917

Calvary Way Holiness Church 1017 Second Street

Pastor Clifton Morgan

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

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

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

Christ The King Catholic Church 714 Stone Street 704-487-7697

Concord United Methodist Church 2404 Tryon Courthouse Rd. Bessemer City, NC 704-629-3571

Cornerstone Church Of God 202 Margrace Road 704-739-3773

Cornerstone Independent Baptist 107 Range Road 704-737-0477

Dr. Jonathan M. Bundon Worship Pastor First Baptist Church

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KINGS MOUNTAIN HIGH SCHOOL HOMECOMING REPRESENTATIVES AND CLUBS

Mountain Band; Jaylyn Wallace, Mounties Make-A-Wish; Brooklyn

Adalie Black, Student Participation

Fellowship of

“Artists’ Books” and “Contemporary Printmaking”

By Jewel Revis, Exhibits Chair

Two new exhibits open this week at Southern Arts Society in Kings Mountain. “Artists’ Books: A Handmade Journey II” features a Book Artists Group known as the “Bookies” showing work in the Reavis Gallery. This exhibition is comprised of eleven regional artists - Mary Bartrop, Karen Bean, Anne Cowie, Dana Endsley, Laura Gardner, Janet Kaufman, Pam Perkins, Jean Silver, Lore Spivey, Donna Vaillancourt, Peggy Williams, who work in paper, mylar, clay, leather, wood and other media to create unique books in a variety of forms. Members of the Book Artists’ Group are a diverse group of women from varying backgrounds, all united by a love of making books by hand. Some of the books are from handmade papers, adding content through artful paste papers and mixed media collage, for a visual Kaleidoscope. Some papers are embellished with inks, dyes, and twigs, then

Exhibit at SASi

sewn together by hand for a “quieter read.” One set of “books” by book artist Lore Spivey of Gastonia, are laser cut circles, stacked onto a dowel rod into large spheres with stitching, lettering and photographs. The pages of these spheres can be separated by pegs to hold your place in the “book”.

precious time capsule of family history. Most of the books are bound by hand, some in a Coptic stitch pattern that looks quite complicated and others that seem simple to replicate. There are square books, round books, linear books that spread out and tiny books that seem impossible to make.

Charlotte book artist Karen Bean has made a series of flag books representing the number of women killed by their domestic partner. This somber statistic is laid out on a table, each book equaling one month, as a startling visual story that needs to be told. Other books contain delightful original stories, family history, personal growth, and whimsical sayings.

well.

Dana Endsley of Mt. Holly created a series of four books using cyanotype, old photos, and diaries – “artifacts”, to tell the story of her grandmother growing up in Michigan over 100 years ago. Her “Artifact Book” is covered with hand embroidery and dyed with walnut ink to hold and preserve this

You will find these books, and the many stories told by the artists within the books in this exhibit. And while you may expect each book to have content, some are left intentionally blank, for the viewer to fill in the pages with their own story.

While visiting the Artists’ Book exhibit, you can take a moment to create your own small book to take home with you. There will be books and book kits available for sale as

Also, at Southern Arts Society (SASi), is “Contemporary Printmaking” an exhibition of works by Liliya Zalevskaya, Gallery Coordinator and art instructor from Gaston College, and her printmaking students. Miss Zalevskaya has selected thirty pieces in all to showcase from her students, including examples of her own work for the exhibit in the Founders Gallery at SASi. The public is invited to a reception for both exhibits on Saturday September 28, from 5-7 pm. Many of the artists will be in attendance to meet visitors and discuss their work. This is a free event. Dress is casual.

“Artists’ Books” and “Contemporary Printmaking” will be on view Sept 26 -Nov 1.

Southern Arts Society (SASi) Gift Shop & Gallery is located at 301 N. Piedmont Avenue in the historic Southern Railway Depot, at the intersection of Piedmont and Battleground. SASi offers a gift shop, ongoing exhibits, programs, and classes in a variety of media for artists of all levels. NEW Fall Hours: Wed, Thurs, Fri, Sat, 10 am to 3 pm and

– First row L-R: Kaydence Smith, Kings

Whitlock, Teens for Courage; Zoie Baynard, Beta Club;

Organization; Mya Davis, The Black and Gold; Destiny Odom, FFA; and Kinley Putnam,

Christian Athletes. 2nd row,L-R: Sadie Laughter, Science Club; Alana Moss-Caldwell, Anime Club; Saniya Porter, HOSA; Mary Ruffalo, Art Club; Sophia Salter, Tri-M Music Honor Society; Kinsley Scism, Math Club; Kaydence Smith, Kings Mountain Band; Cyndi Stinchcomb, Symphonic Chorale. Back row, L-R: Wren Ballard, National Art Honor Society; Andreya Byers, FCCLA; Angel Connor, Drama Club; Tatyana Crespo, International Thespian Society; Noel George, Ambassadors Club; Madisin Goble, Kings Mountain Band Association; Sarabeth Harmon, Kings Revue and Samara Houston, HECS. Photos by KMHS

Kings Mountain High School Homecoming Court, left to right: Paige Bagwell, Megan Carley, Brayden Deaton, Katelynn Platt, and Olivia Wilson.

Fall on Mountain: Last week, Albemarle’s Project Center staff decorated their storefront for fall. While the weather remains hot, those cooler days are coming. Great job!

Dana Endsley Artifact book.

Jean Silvers books.

Karen Bean flag book detail

PARADE

From Page 1A stream of people until they filled every inch of space along the shady side of S. Railroad Avenue. By 3:30 p.m., the last few stragglers arrived, taking up the remaining slots along the railroad side of the street.

KM Forward sponsored the Block Party, and WGNC AM 1450 and FM 101.1 played the DJ throughout the event. Everyone involved wanted to create a memory for these students.

Most of the families in attendance were there to watch their kids in the parade, but KMHS alums also attended to cheer on their Kings Mountain Mountaineers. Once a Mountain-

eer, always a Mountaineer. The parade arrived right on cue, led by a KMPD cruiser with its lights flashing. The crowd roared as the band arrived on Railroad Avenue, cheering them on. Officers directed traffic along the route from First Baptist Church, down W. Mountain Street, then right onto S. Railroad Avenue. Kings Mountain Fire Department members kept a watchful eye on things with safety in mind. Kings Mountain Tourism and Events supervised the usual chaos at the end of the parade route with great skill. It almost seemed that the parade was over in the blink of an eye. As quickly as the crowd

arrived, it had dissipated. Patrons tossed their trash in receptacles as they departed, and in minutes, the street was empty. City employees and volunteers cleared the barricades and cones by 4:30 p.m. The parade was gone without a trace by 5 p.m. Merchants returned to work, happy they could provide the KMHS students with a memorable school experience downtown. Everyone involved wanted to participate, not because they had to, but because they wanted to be a part of something fun for the community.

After all, Mountie Pride runs deep here.

To honor and celebrate Kings Mountain’s great history and champion its future, The Albemarle Foundation is offering a special grant program. $150,000 in grant funding will

KEY DATES

Grant applications will be accepted from October 1, 2024- November 1, 2024 than December 15, 2024

Create an account and enter the code

with your application submission

Albemarle provided water on the hot day. (Photos by Loretta Cozart)

Katie and the folks at The Imperial Mercantile brought cool

KM FFA Float wraps up the parade.

Stacy Brown decorates the windows at Crave.

Royal T Cafe provided snacks and cool drinks.

A future cheerleader in the making.

Mountaineers open Big South 3A schedule with 39-13 win over Hunter Huss Huskies

Kings Mountain’s Mountaineers began Big South 3A Conference action Friday night at John Gamble Stadium with a 39-13 homecoming win over the Hunter Huss Huskies.

The Mountaineers will hit the road this week at North Gaston. They will remain on the road next week against the Forestview Jaguars and will return to Gamble Stadium at 7:30 p.m. October 11 to face a strong South Point eleven.

The Mountaineer defense held the Huskies to minus five yards rushing and a third down incomplete pass to get the game underway. Facing fourth and 15 at their own 15, the Huskies went into punt formation but a bad snap resulted in the Mountaineers getting the ball inside the Huss one.

The Huss defense didn’t budge on three carries by running back Josiah Hill, but on fourth down Hill bulled his way into the end zone for a 6-0 lead and Matt Rhom added the point-after for a 7-0 lead the Mountaineers would not relinquish.

Huss did offer a quick scare, though, as Gene Neely took Rhom’s kickoff from inside the one yard line 99 plus yards for a touchdown.

The Mountaineer defense blocked the PAT attempt to keep the game at 7-6.

“They’ve got good athletes,” Mountaineer coach Strait Herron noted. “They’re a scary team to play. They can have a big play at any moment as we saw on their

kickoff return for a touchdown. One of our goals is not to give up big plays. Our defense played pretty well. They got their other touchdown late but we’ve got some things to fix.”

Former Huskie Jayden Gash returned the ensuing kickoff to the 13 and then caught a quick out from quarterback TJ Armstrong to put the Mountaineers at their own 27. An 11-yard reception by William Vaughn and an 11-yard run around left end by Hill moved the first down marker to the KM 49. Then, what may have been the play of the game, quarterback TJ Armstrong threw to Gash who was hit at the Huss five and fumbled but picked up the ball and raced into the end zone at the 5:24 mark. Rhom’s PAT hiked the lead to 14-6 and the Huskies would not get any closer.

“Everybody did good,” Herron said. “Gash had a very good night. That touchdown where he fumbled and picked it up and took it for a touchdown was really good.

“Eli (Lipscomb) and Antonio (Armstrong) really had good nights too.”

KM’s next drive was halted by a pass interception at the Huss two-yard line but on the Huskies’ first play from scrimmage Armstrong sacked the QB in the end zone for a safety and a 16-6 lead.

Huss had to kick off from its own 20 and KM’s Jayden Williams returned it to the 46 to set up a six-play drive that ended on a 37-yard pass over

the middle from Armstrong to William Vaughn. Rhom’s PAT made it 23-6. A 15-yard reception by Gash set it up.

stopped the Huskies again and a punt went out of bounds at midfield. Strong running by Hill and pass receptions by Armstrong, Gash and Hill set up a fiveyard reception by Hill with 34 seconds left in the half for a 30-6 lead.

the game wide open by driving the second half kickoff 85 yards to go up 36-6 on Hill’s one-yard TD. Another personal foul by the Huskies resulted in KM kicking off from the Huss 45.

JVs whip Huss In BSC opener

Kings Mountain High’s JV football team began Big South Conference play Thursday with a 26-6 victory over the Hunter Huss Huskies in Gastonia.

After two Huss unsportsmanlike conduct penalties Huss faced fourth and 19 from its own 19 and they had to punt. Gash made a big return but a holding call during the run caused the Mountaineers to begin at their own 48. Big runs by Hill and a reception by Armstrong, and yet another Huss penalty for ripping a KM helmet off, put the Mountaineers at the Huss 10. An offside penalty on KM forced a fourth and five and Rhom came on to kick a 22-yard field goal to make it 39-6. Kings Mountain began substituting freely and Huss

was able to get a one-yard run by Javarion Brown and an Oberson Janot PAT with 6:05 left to account for the final margin.

Looking to this week’s game at North Gaston, Coach Herron said the Mountaineers have some things to fix.

“We’ve really got to work this week,” he said. “They’re a team we can’t take lightly. We have to get prepared and be ready to execute.

“They’re pretty basic,” he noted. “They run a spread offense so we have to get our guys in the right places.”

Most KM players that

have been injured were back last week but offensive lineman Dom Davis is still on the injured list.

“Our defensive lineman Wiley Rainey is still not a hundred percent. We think we can get him back on the field soon.” Herron noted that this week’s game at North Gaston could be affected by the weather.

“It’s supposed to be really wet,” he said. “We don’t know if it will be changed or not. We have to use this as an opportunity to get better.”

KMHS volleyball continues to roll

kills and a block.

The JVs will host North Gaston Thursday at 7 p.m.

KJ Bell threw three touchdown passes. Cayden Smith, Xavier Hutchens and Javion Hill had one apiece. Khareem Coleman had one rushing touchdown and a two-point conversion. It was a great all-around performance by the entire team. After giving up a touchdown in the first period, the defense held the Huskies scoreless for the remainder of the game.

SPORTS THIS WEEK

5:30 p.m. – High school JV football, North Gaston at Kings Mountain.

6 p.m. – High school soccer, Kings Mountain at Forestview. Thur., Sept. 26

– High school volleyball, Kings Mountain at Hunter Huss.

6:00 p.m. –

Kings Mountain High’s volleyball team continued to roll last week with a sweep of its annual Mountaineer Invitational and in head-to-head matches with conference and non-conference teams.

The Lady Mountaineers didn’t drop a set in winning their invitational tournament. Victories came over Bandys 25-18, 25-14, Mountain Island Charter 25-21, 25-17, West Henderson 25-23, 25-18, McMichael 25-17 , 25-12, and Ayden-Grifton 25-23, 25-18.

Leaders included: Camden Pasour – 113 assists, 44 digs, 11 kills and 23 service points.

Ava Tipton – 53 serve receptions, 32 digs and 17 service points. Alexa Jones – 42 serve receptions, 36 digs, 42 kills

and 16 service points. London Brown – 35 kills, 16 digs and two blocks.

Ruby Osborne – 18 kills, seven blocks and seven digs.

Denet Houey – 27 kills, two blocks and four digs. Madi Broome – 24 serve receptions, 20 digs and 19 service points.

The Lady Mountaineers swept county rival Crest Thursday. The JVs won 25-22, 25-23 and the varsity 25-7, 25-14, 25-14.

Leaders for the JVs included Avery Cruise with seven kills, 11 serve receptions, 12 digs and four service points; Campbell Benton with seven kills, three digs and five service points; Avaclaire Moss with 25 assists, a kill, four digs and two service points; and Coleman Lane with six

For the varsity, Denet Houey had 13 kills and five blocks; Camden Pasour 34 assists, four kills, two blocks, 11 digs and 12 service points; Alexa Jones nine kills, two blocks, eight digs, seven serve receptions and 10 service points; London Brown with 10 kills, one block and five digs, and Madi Broome with six serve receptions, nine digs and three service points.

On Tuesday, the junior varsity defeated Stuart Cramer 25-11 and 25-13 and the varsity won 25-14, 2510, 25-12.

For the JVs, Campbell Benton provided six kills and six service points; Avery Cruise five kills, three serve receptions and nine service points; Avaclaire Moss 19 assists, two kills and six service

points; and Jillian Patton nine serve receptions, seven digs and five service points.

Leaders for the varsity were Alexa Jones with nine kills, seven serve receptions, nine digs and 13 service points; Camden Pasour with 16 digs, 31 assists, three kills and five service points; Ruby Osborne with nine kills, three blocks and two digs; and Denet Houey with seven kills and a block.

Kings Mountain is scheduled to go to Hunter Huss on September 26 and will compete in the Falcon Bash Invitational at West Henderson September 2728. Their next home game is October 1 against North Gaston.

Officials ready to flip the coin before kickoff. KM won the toss and deferred to the second half.

Mountaineers huddle before taking the field against the Huskies in their first Big South Conference game Friday at Gamble Stadium.

Officials meet with Kings Mountain and Hunter Huss captains prior to kickoff at John Gamble Stadium Friday night.

(Photos by Charlie Smith)

Scenes from KMHS 2024 Homecoming

Kinley Putnam was crowned KMHS 2024 Homecoming Queen.

(Photos by Charlie Smith)

How, When, and Where to cast your vote in the coming election

North Carolina's general election will be held on Tuesday, November 5. Stay informed about the election dates, times, locations, requirements, and voting options to ensure your vote counts.

Voter Registration

The deadline to register to vote in North Carolina for the 2024 general election is 5:00 PM Friday, October 11, 2024.

The deadline to register for voting differs for military members and overseas citizens. The deadline is 5:00 PM ET, the day before Election Day. To apply online, complete the Federal Post Card Application (FPCA) web form at https://votebymail.ncsbe.gov/app/fpca/fpca-form. To apply on paper, Fill out and return the completed and signed FPCA via mail, email, or Fax to your county board of elections or send it to the State Board of

Elections, which will forward it to your county board of elections for you. Send the application to the State Board of Elections by mail to North Carolina State Board of Elections, P.O. Box 27255, Raleigh, NC 27611-7255, by email to absentee@ncsbe. gov, and by Fax to (919) 7150351.

If you miss the voter registration deadline, you may still be able to register and vote or make changes (except for party affiliation) to your voter registration and vote during the early voting period. Same-day registration is not available for most voters on Election Day.

Not sure if you are already registered? Check your status online at https://vt.ncsbe.gov/ RegLkup/.

You may look up your voter record online at https:// www.ncsbe.gov/voting/ your-voter-record.

PUBLIC NOTICE

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE OF REAL PROPERTY

THIS ACTION BROUGHT PURSUANT TO THE POWER AND AUTHORITY contained within that certain Deed of Trust executed and delivered by Adrian S. Friday dated September 7, 2023 and recorded on September 8, 2023 in Book 1906 at Page 92 in the Office of Register of Deeds of Cleveland County, North Carolina. As a result of a default in the obligations contained within the Promissory Note and Deed of Trust and the failure to carry out and perform the stipulation and agreements contained therein, the holder of the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust made demand to have the default cured, which was not met. Therefore, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will place for sale that parcel of land, including improvements thereon, situated, lying and being in the City of Shelby, County of Cleveland, State of North Carolina, and being more particularly described in the heretofore referenced Deed of trust. Said sale will be a public auction to the highest bidder for cash, at the usual place of sale at the Cleveland County Courthouse, Shelby, North Carolina, on October 2, 2024, at 10:00 AM

Address of Property: 1606 S Post Rd, Shelby, NC 28152

Tax Parcel ID: 3196

Present Record Owners: Adrian S. Friday

The terms of the sale are that the real property hereinbefore described will be sold for cash to the highest bidder. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. The successful bidder will be required to pay revenue stamps on the Trustee’s Deed, any Land Transfer Tax, and costs for recording the Trustee’s Deed.

The real property hereinabove described is being offered for sale “AS IS, WHERE IS” and will be sold subject to all superior liens, unpaid taxes, special assessments and other encumbrances. Other conditions will be announced at the sale. The sale will be held open for ten (10) days for upset bids, as by law required. The sale will not confirm until there have been ten (10) consecutive days with no upset bids having been filed.

If for any reason the Trustee is unable to convey title to this property, or if the sale is set aside, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the bid deposit. Furthermore, if the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the Trustee in its sole discretion, if it believes the challenge to have merit, may declare the sale to be void and return the bid deposit. In either event, the purchaser will have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, the Mortgagee’s attorney, or the Trustee.

Additional notice required for Residential Real Property with Less Than Fifteen (15) Rental Units:

An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold.

Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least ten (10 days, but no more than 90 day, after the sale date contained in the notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination.

Posted: ______________________________________

Witness: Assistant/Deputy clerk of Superior Court

Albertelli Law Partners North Carolina, P.A.,

Substitute Trustee

By: Calleesha Teel, Esq

Albertelli Law Partners North Carolina, P.A.

205 Regency Executive Park Drive

Suite 100

Charlotte, NC 28217

T: 704-970-0391

24SP000098/24-005272

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Absentee Ballot Voting

The absentee ballot request deadline is 5:00 PM. Tuesday, October 29, for the general election on November 5. Any North Carolina registered voter may request, receive, and vote a mail-in absentee ballot where absentee voting is permitted.

Registered voters in North Carolina must request an absentee ballot with an official N.C. Absentee Ballot Request Form. There are two ways to access and submit the form: online or on paper.

You may acquire an online request form through the N.C. Absentee Ballot Portal at https://votebymail.ncsbe. gov/app/home. There are several options within the portal. Not all options are available to every voter.

• Option 1: Request an Absentee Ballot. All registered North Carolina Voters may use this option to request an absentee by mail ballot. Your request is sent to your county board of elections office, and when ballots are available for the election, they will mail your ballot to the address you provided. The deadline to request an absentee ballot is 5:00 PM the Tuesday before Election Day. Visually impaired voters who would like to request an accessible ballot will also use Option 1 to submit their request.

• Option 2: Access Military/Overseas Voter Services. If you are active military, the spouse or dependent of an active military service member, or a U.S. citizen outside the United States, you may use this option to request your absentee ballot. The deadline for a military/overseas voter to request an absentee ballot is 5:00 PM the day before Election Day.

• Option 3: Accessible Ballot. If you are a visually impaired voter who has requested an accessible ballot and has been informed that

your ballot is available, select this option to access your ballot. If you would like to learn more about how this option works before you access your ballot, go to https://votebymail.ncsbe.gov/sites/37/ demo/app/home to practice with a demo ballot. The deadline to complete and return your absentee by mail ballot in the portal is 7:30 PM on Election Day.

For general information or to request that an absentee by mail request form be mailed to you, please call (919)-8140700 or contact your county board of elections directly. Their contact information can be found here: https:// vt.ncsbe.gov/BOEInfo/. Blind or visually impaired voters may contact the ADA Coordinator, Allison Blackman, at ADACoordinator@ ncsbe.gov, (919) 814-0705, 6400 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-6400.

• Option 4: - Sample Ballot. Any voter may use this option to view the contests and candidates specific to their eligible ballot at https:// votebymail.ncsbe.gov/app/ home, where you may mark and download a sample ballot. This serves as only a sample and is not your official ballot.

You may instead acquire a printed Absentee ballot request form. A downloadable copy of the 2024 N.C. Absentee Ballot Request Form in English (PDF) or 2024 N.C. Absentee Ballot Request Form in Spanish (PDF) is linked from the https://www. ncsbe.gov/voting/vote-mail web page. After completing the form, submit it to the county board of elections in person or by mail via the US Postal Service, DHL, FedEx, or UPS.

Once you have requested your absentee ballot, you can track its status from printed to accepted by signing up online for status notifications

through BallotTrax at https:// northcarolina.ballottrax.net/ voter/, which will be available 30 days before the election.

For members of the military and overseas voters, the requested absentee ballot will arrive where you specified on the FPCA. The ballot return deadline via online/email or Fax is 7:30 PM ET on Election Day. The ballot return deadline via mail is 12:01 AM on Election Day (your local time). It must be put in the mail by this deadline and then reach your county board of elections by 5:00 PM ET on the last business day before the county canvass, which occurs ten days after each election, except for September and October odd-year municipal elections when it’s seven days after the election.

A Federal Write-in Absentee Ballot (FWAB) is available for military and overseas voters if you do not receive it after following the proper ballot request steps. You can find out whether your vote counted in the “Your Absentee Ballot” section of the Voter Search database at https://vt.ncsbe. gov/RegLkup/. Under North Carolina law, all early mail or in-person votes are considered absentee votes. Your ballot status will also appear in the “Voter History” section when your county completes the post-election process of assigning voter history to your record. This process may take up to a few weeks after Election Day.

Early Voting

The in-person early voting period for the 2024 general election begins Thursday, October 17, and ends at 3:00 PM Saturday, November 2. There are four early voting sites in Cleveland County.

• Boiling Springs Town Hall – 114 East College Avenue, Shelby, NC 28152

• Cleveland County Water, Lawndale Office –439 Casar-Lawndale Road, Lawndale, NC 28090

• H. Lawrence Patrick Senior Center – 909 East King Street, Kings Mountain, NC 28086

• The Legrand Center –1800 East Marion Street, Shelby, NC 28152

Hours for each early voting location include Mondays through Fridays, 8:00 AM to 7:30 PM; Saturdays, 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM; and Sundays, 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM

When you check in to vote at an early voting site, you may update your name or address within the same county if necessary. Individuals not registered to vote in the county may register and immediately vote at that site during early voting. This process is called “same-day registration.”

To register using sameday registration, an individual must be a U.S. Citizen, live in the county where you are registering and have resided there for at least 30 days before election day, be at least 18 years old by the date of the general election, and not be serving a felony sentence, including any period of probation, post-release supervision, or parole. You will need the following items and information to complete your same-day registration, including your full legal name, date of birth, your N.C. driver’s license number or last four digits of your social security number, residential address as well as your mailing address if you do not receive mail at your residence, and your signature and date attesting to your qualifications.

Find more information at Register in Person During Early Voting at https:// www.ncsbe.gov/registering/how-register/registerperson-during-early-voting. See VOTE, Page 5B

NOTICE OF NOVEMBER 5, 2024 GENERAL ELECTION CLEVELAND COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to G.S. 163-33(8) that a General Election will be held on November 5, 2024 for Federal, State, Judicial and County Offices.

Voters will be asked to show photo ID when they vote. All voters will be allowed to vote with or without ID. Voters who lack ID can get one for free from their county board of elections. Find out more at ncsbe.gov/voter-id.

The polls will be open for voting on Election Day from 6:30am to 7:30pm. All voters registered with the Cleveland County Board of Elections are eligible to vote in this election. Voters who are already registered to vote need not re-register. Residents who are not registered to vote or those registered who need to make changes must do so by Friday, October 11, 2024 at 5:00pm

Early voting will begin Thursday, October 17, 2024 and continue through Saturday, November 2, 2024. There are four early voting locations for this election:

The LeGrand Center 1800 E. Marion St. Shelby, NC 28152

Boiling Springs Town Hall 114 E. College Ave. Shelby, NC 28152

H. Lawrence Patrick Senior Center 909 E. King Street Kings Mountain, NC 28086

Cleveland County Water – Lawndale Office 439 Casar-Lawndale Rd. Lawndale, NC 28090

Thursday 10/17/2024 to Friday 10/18/2024 8:00AM – 7:30PM Saturday 10/19/2024 8:00AM – 3:00PM Sunday 10/20/2024 1:00PM – 5:00PM

Monday 10/21/2024 to Friday 10/25/2024 8:00AM – 7:30PM

Saturday 10/26/2024 8:00AM – 3:00PM Sunday 10/27/2024 1:00PM – 5:00PM

Monday 10/28/2024 to Friday 11/01/2024 8:00AM – 7:30PM

Saturday 11/02/2024 8:00AM – 3:00PM

Voters who are not registered in the county by October 11, 2024 may still register and vote during the early voting period. Persons who register during early voting will be required to provide proof of residency.

Any qualified voter may vote an absentee ballot by mail. Absentee ballots will be available starting Friday, September 6, 2024. The deadline for applying for an absentee ballot by mail is 5:00pm on Tuesday, October 29, 2024. Completed ballots should be returned to the Board of Elections office on or before Tuesday, November 5, 2024 by 7:30pm. The Board of Elections will meet each of the following dates for the purpose of approving absentee ballots: October 8 (5:00pm), October 15 (5:00pm), October 22 (5:00pm), October 29 (5:00pm) and November 4 (5:00pm). Absentee ballots will be counted on Election Day at the Board of Elections office.

Absentee ballots received at the Board of Elections office on November 5, 2024 will be approved and counted on November 15, 2024 at 11:00am.

Unofficial election results will be released no earlier than 7:30 pm on Tuesday, November 5, 2024. Official election results will be certified at the Canvass meeting.

The Sample hand-to-eye count will be held at the Board of Elections Office on Thursday, November 7, 2024 at 9:00am. The Canvass meeting will be held at the Board of Elections Office on Friday, November 15, 2024 at 11:00am.

Please call the Cleveland County Board of Elections with any questions concerning voter registration, absentee ballots, location of polling places and other election matters at (704) 484-4858 or by visiting our website at www.clevelandcounty.com

Douglas W. Sharp, Chairman Cleveland County Board of Elections

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VOTE

From Page 4B

Although same-day registration is available for voters during early voting, same-day registration is not available for most voters on Election Day.

Election Day On election day, registered voters in North Carolina may vote at their assigned polling place. Polls open at 6:30 AM at each voting location and close at 7:30 PM. Individuals in line by 7:30 PM will be allowed to cast their votes.

Election day voting locations include:

• Boiling Springs Town

Hall – 114 East College Avenue, Shelby, NC 28152

• Cleveland County Water, Lawndale Office – 439 Casar-Lawndale Road, Lawndale, NC 28090

• H. Lawrence Patrick Senior Center – 909 East King Street, Kings Mountain, NC 28086

• The Legrand Center – 1800 East Marion Street, Shelby, NC 28152

To view sample ballots ahead of time, registered voters must enter their information into the Voter Search web page at https://vt.ncsbe. gov/RegLkup/ and navigate to “Your Sample Ballot.” Offices for election in 2024 include U.S. President/ Vice President, U.S. House

PUBLIC NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK

In the Matter of the Estate of: WILLIAM HAROLD BEAM, Deceased.

ADMINISTRATOR’S NOTICE

Having qualified on the 5th day of September, 2024 as Administrator of the Estate of William Harold Beam, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against the decedent to exhibit the same to the undersigned Administrator on or before the 13th day of December, 2024 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms and corporations indebted to the estate should make immediate payment.

This the 11th day of September, 2024.

William Scott Beam, Admin. 3008 Colony Ridge Drive Gastonia, NC 28056

C. Andrew Neisler, Jr.

CLONINGER & NEISLER

P.O. Box 515

300 E. King Street Kings Mountain, NC 28086

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PUBLIC NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK

MARIE B. MORROW

aka MARIE BAKER MORROW, Deceased. CO-EXECUTOR’S NOTICE

Having qualified on the 23rd day of August, 2024 as Co-Executors of the Estate of Marie B. Morrow aka Marie Baker Morrow, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against the decedent to exhibit the same to the undersigned Co-Executors on or before the 6th day of December, 2024 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms and corporations indebted to the estate should make immediate payment. This the 4th day of September, 2024.

Bryan C. Morrow, Co-Ex. 4015 Chestnut Woods Drive Kings Mountain, NC 28086

Bruce H. Morrow, Co-Ex. 419 Meadow Lane Kings Mountain, NC 28086

C. Andrew Neisler, Jr.

CLONINGER & NEISLER

P.O. Box 515, 300 E. King Street Kings Mountain, NC 28086

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ENTERING INTO AN AGREEMENT With Kings Mountain Forward, Inc.

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT pursuant to N.C.G.S. 160A-536 (d1) (3) the City Council for the City of Kings Mountain will hold a public hearing on Thursday, October 10, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. in Council Chambers at City Hall, 101 W. Gold Street, Kings Mountain, North Carolina to consider entering into an Agreement with Kings Mountain Forward, Inc., a 501(c) (3) Non-profit corporation, for Ongoing Services in Support of the Municipal Service District; The Downtown; and, Small Business Corridors Within the City of Kings Mountain.

A full and complete copy of the proposed Agreement being considered by City Council at the work session of Thursday, October 10, 2024 is available for inspection at the office of the City Clerk for the City of Kings Mountain, located at City Hall, 101 West Gold Street, Kings Mountain, NC.

The public is invited and encouraged to attend. Opportunity for public input will be offered during the public hearing portion of the meeting. For additional information, please contact the City Clerk at 704-7340333.

City of Kings Mountain Karen Tucker, City Clerk KMH (9/25 & 10/2/2024)

of Representatives, N.C. Governor, N.C. Lieutenant Governor, N.C. Secretary of State, State Auditor, State Treasurer, N.C. Superintendent of Public Instruction, N.C. Attorney General, Agriculture Commissioner, Labor Commissioner, Insurance Commissioner, State Senator, State Representative, N.C. Supreme Court Justice, N.C. Court of Appeals Judge, Superior Court Judge, District Court Judge, District Attorney, County Commissioner, Clerk of Superior Court, and Register of Deeds. Many counties have elections for boards of commissioners and boards of education. Some municipalities also have elections for mayor and seats on the municipal governing

board. Certain county elections may also include voter referendums on key measures. Any voter who qualifies for assistance may ask for help at their polling place. To find more information, visit Help for Voters with Disabilities, https://www.ncsbe. gov/voting/help-voters-disabilities. Curbside voting is available for eligible individuals. For more information, see Curbside Voting at https://www.ncsbe.gov/voting/help-voters-disabilities/ accessible-voting-sites/curbside-voting.

Photo ID Requirement

This year, a photo I.D. will be required to vote. Voters now must present a valid photo identification when voting in person. If you do not

PUBLIC NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 13th of September, 2024 as Administrator of the Estate of GEORGE MILTON FUNK (24 E 233), deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned, Michael Clyde Funk, Administrator on or before the 25th of December, 2024, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 25th day of September, 2024.

Michael Clyde Funk, Administrator Estate of George Milton Funk 160 Pony Barn Rd Lawndale, NC 28090

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PUBLIC NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 19th of August, 2024 as Administratrix of the Estate of HENRY WAYNE DAVIS (24 E 679), deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned, Pattie Denise King, Administratrix on or before the 4th of December, 2024, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 4th day of September, 2024.

Pattie Denise King, Administratrix

Estate of Henry Wayne Davis

325 Gold St Shelby, NC 28150

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PUBLIC NOTICE

NOTICE OF ADMINISTRATRIX

Having qualified on 28th of August 2024 as Administratrix of the Estate of Kimberly Dawn Parris AKA Dawn Grayson Parris (24 E 706), deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against said estate to present them, duly verified, to Logan Blaire Howell, Administratrix c/o A. Susan Biggers, Deaton & Biggers, P.L.L.C., 402 East Graham Street, Shelby, North Carolina 28150, on or before December 5, 2024, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said estate will please make immediate settlement with the undersigned.

This the 4th day of September, 2024.

Logan Blaire Howell

Administratrix of the Estate of

Kimberly Dawn Parris AKA

Dawn Grayson Parris c/o A. Susan Biggers

Deaton & Biggers, P.L.L.C.

402 East Graham Street

Shelby, North Carolina 28150

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PUBLIC NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 22nd of April, 2024 as Administratrix of the Estate of BILLY J. DEDMON (24 E 361), deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned, Deborah L. Dedmon, Administratrix on or before the 4th of December, 2024, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 4th day of September, 2024.

Deborah L. Dedmon, Administratrix

Estate of Billy J. Dedmon

116 A Deer Brook Dr. Shelby, NC 28150

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have a valid photo I.D. card, you may obtain one from your county board of elections before the election through the end of the early voting period. If you do not have a valid photo I.D. card on Election Day, you may still vote and have your vote counted by signing an affidavit of reasonable impediment (or “Photo ID Exception Form”) as to why you have not presented a valid photo I.D. If you have a religious objection to being photographed or are a victim of a recently declared natural disaster, an exception form can also be used.

As an alternative, if you don’t have your I.D. when you vote, you can still vote and then bring your valid photo I.D. to your county board of elections by 5:00 PM. on the ninth day after Election Day (or the sixth day after Election Day for September or October

local elections). If you vote by mail, you must include a photocopy of a valid photo I.D. when returning your ballot. You may also complete the Absentee Photo ID Exception Form that is provided with your absentee ballot materials. A list of all types of I.D. that can be used for voting is available on the State Board of Elections Voter ID webpage at https://www.ncsbe. gov/voting/voter-id. For information on how to get a free I.D., see Get a Free Voter Photo ID by visiting https:// www.ncsbe.gov/voting/voter-id/get-free-voter-photo-id. The Cleveland County Board of Elections is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The office is located at 215 Patton Drive, Shelby, NC 28150. For more information, call (704) 484-4958.

PUBLIC NOTICE

EXECUTRIX’S NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Having qualified as Executrix of the Estate of Jack McPhail Kirby, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against the estate of said decedent to present them to the undersigned at 2255 Willow Creek Drive, Newton, NC 28658 on or before the 27th day of December, 2024 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms and corporations indebted to said estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 25th day of September, 2024.

Michelle Lynn Kirby, Executrix of the Estate of Jack McPhail Kirby

Patrick, Harper & Dixon L.L.P. Post Office Box 218 Hickory, NC 28603

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PUBLIC NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 18th of September, 2024 as Administratrix of the Estate of ALAN JEROME HARRISON, JR. (24 E 768), deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned, Candice Waters, Administratrix on or before the 25th of December, 2024, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 25th day of September, 2024.

Candice Waters, Administratrix

Estate of Alan Jerome Harrison, Jr. 6813 The Plaza Rd. Charlotte, NC 28215

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PUBLIC NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 29th of August, 2024 as Administratrix of the Estate of ROBERT WARREN RUNYANS (24 E 600), deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned, Susie Beth Clary, Administratrix on or before the 4th of December, 2024, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 4th day of September, 2024.

Susie Beth Clary, Administratrix

Estate of Robert Warren Runyans PO Box 15 Earl, NC 28038 Or 6026 Deep Green Dr Shelby, NC 28152

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NOTICE

PUBLIC

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 15th of August, 2024 as Executor of the Estate of NANCY C.ROSS; AKA, NANCY CONNER ROSS (23 E 854), deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned, Richard E. Ross, Executor on or before the 25th of December, 2024, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 25th day of September, 2024.

Richard E. Ross, Executor Estate of Nancy C. Ross; aka, Nancy Conner Ross 112 Scism Road.

Kings Mountain, NC 28086

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

BUSINESS

SERVICES

CLEVELAND COUNTY GARAGE DOORS. Summer Tuneup Special, $69.95. We will check all your equipment lube, make sure it’s working correctly. We repair broken doors. Also offering new installations. 704472-9367.

LAWNCARE AND HANDYMAN SERVICES. In Gaston County area. Call Boyd, 980241-7332

ERIC MOBILE MECHANIC. I will come to you to repair any car, full service on lawnmowers or tractor. Honest & Reliable! (704) 300-2332

FALL CLEAN-UP. Need fall clean-up? Professional leaf removal and lawn care services to keep your yard spotless this season. Free estimates. Call Greenline Lawncare, LLC980-552-5808.

CONCRETE REMOVAL, JUNK REMOVAL, demolition, retaining walls, pavers and grading. 828-453-8113.

PAINTING, ROOFING, TILE FLOORS, wood decks, fences & carpentry work. Free estimates. Ask for Harold or Jim 828-429-7511.

SALTZ HANDY SERVICES & Crafty Cleaning. House, office, estate & garage cleaning, yard work, leaf clean up & mowing, debris & unwanted items hauled away. Free estimates. Christina 828-556-0580.

POTTER RISK MANAGEMENT. “Specializing in Church Insurance” www. potterrisknc.com (704) 7503515 ejd@potterrisknc.com

YARD SALES

CLEVELAND COUNTY

MULTI FAMILY YARD SALE. Sat., Sept. 28, 9am-1pm. Also Hotdog plates $3. Family Worship Center, Church of God, 1818 Shelby Road, Kings Mountain, NC 28086

FOR SALE

SHELLED DEER CORN AND deer corn on cob. 50lb bag. $9/bag. James 864-542-5700. In Forest City area, near Chase HS.

YAMAHA 5’1’’ GRAND PIANO. Church, School or Home. Walnut, white leather top stool, bought new in 1972. 828-6575568.

USED REGULATION POOL

TABLE. Includes balls, sticks & rack, walnut finish, leather pockets, 2 slates. 828-6575568.

TRUMP VANCE MAGNETS AND BUTTONS. Visit www. TRUMPShops.com to see pics of TRUMP VANCE Magnets and Buttons for sale NC4Ever@ USA.com

METAL ROOFING FOR SALE

INSTOCK! Deliveries Twice A Week. One Piece or the Whole Roof. J. Johnson Sales, inc. 2690 Hwy. 221 South, Forest City. (828) 245-5895

DISCOUNT APPLIANCES. Refrigerators, washers, dryers and stoves. 1205 Earl Road, Shelby, NC. (704) 477-4766

2 BURIAL PLOTS. ROSE HILL

MEMORIAL PARK , Lawndale, NC. Seller pays deed transfer fee. (704) 915-1972 nogglelw@ gmail.com

4 MEN’S CRUISER BICYCLES. $200 for all. Must sell! 828-782-7221.

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. 704434-6389, (704) 473-0867

PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS with Scratch Pads! Press Room Printing. 704-482-2243. (704) 538-5788

HORSE QUALITY HAY FOR SALE. Call (704) 487-6855

FOR SALE

NEW-USED TRAILERS

PARTS & ACCESSORIES FOR ALL TYPES OF TRAILERS. 1500 Square Feet of Parts, Axles, Tires, Lights, Gates, Ramps, etc. J. Johnson Sales, inc. Forest City, (828) 245-5895

TINY HOUSE / OFFICE UNIT. 12’ X 28’. Small Kitchen, 1/2 Bath, TV on Wall, Heat & Air. $35,900. Deliver & Blocked. “Financing Available”. J. Johnson Sales, inc. Forest City. (828) 245-5895

TWO CEMETERY PLOTS. In Rutherford County Memorial Cemetery, spaces 1 & 2, lot 135, Beatitudes section. $2500. for both. 864-414-9940.

ITEMS FOR SALE. Outdoor propane heater - $50, Zero gravity lawn chair- $100, Antique trunk - $20, Wooden mantle-$20. 704-473-6587.

CUB CADET 42’’ CUT MOWER. 5 years old, looks and runs good, needs battery. $1200. negotiable. 828-429-3701.

SKS 762X39 CALIBER RIFLE. By Norinco, new condition, $600. 38 caliber Smith & Wesson model 60, stainless steel, new condition $600. 2 truck tires 245-70-17, $50/pair. 30 pieces of PVC pipes, 4 inch diameter, 20 ft. long, schedule 40, $35. each. 828-289-1817.

USED CAMPER TOPS FOR SALE. Various sizes and styles. Keep it dry and safe! 828-3518846.

CHERRY DINETTE SET FOR SALE. Solid Wood Cherry China Cabinet with hutch and matching Dinette Table, includes 6- Chairs. Table is extendable with 2 inserts. Cabinet has 2 interior dome lights and glass shelves. $450.00 (cash) You Pick Up. Call (704) 6924765

FOR SALE

1980’S MOUNTAIN BIKE. Needs a little work. Golf Clubs & Golf Club Pull Cart and set of Dumbell weights. (980) 7452020 2 CEMETERY SPACES. Cleveland Memorial Park. $1400 plus transfer fee. (704) 747-2856

CRATES FOR PLANTER BOXES, or Many Other Uses. Various Sizes. Some with Lids. $25 to $35 each. Call (704) 300-1818

TIRES & RIMS, CALL FOR All Sizes. Also Big Pig Picking Smoker $950. (980) 291-2605

FREE ABOVE GROUND POOL. 24’x52” Free. You take down and haul away. (704) 4770516

FIREWOOD Seasoned 90% Oak, all hardwood, 70 1/2 ton/1 1/4 cord, small bundle packs-$3 ea. Deliver charge-$15. 312 Helton Rd, Cherryville. 704435-3970.

WANT TO BUY

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) 692-1006

CASH FOR YOUR CAR. Running or not, title or no title. Call Charles Dellinger at Red Road Towing. 704692-6767, (704) 487-0228

LANDSCAPERS FOR FULL TIME YEAR ROUND EMPLOYMENT. Must have valid driver’s license and transportation. Over time available. (704) 473-0341

PART-TIME MINISTER OF MUSIC. Mount Vernon Baptist Church, Forest City, NC is seeking a part-time Music Director. Send resume to mountvernonforestcity@ gmail.com or mail to 2676 Hudlow Road, Forest City, NC 28043 (828) 286-9294 mountvernonforestcity@gmail.com

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF SHELBY. Do you have a passion for cooking? Are you seeking a rewarding job in a safe, Christian environment with a long-standing commitment to childcare? First Baptist Church of Shelby Weekday Ministries is currently hiring a Food Service Coordinator. POSITION DETAILS ARE: ROLE: Food Service Coordinator. EXPERIENCE: Preferred, but we are willing to train the right candidate. ENVIRONMENT: Safe, Christian setting with a rich history of nurturing children. If you’re interested, please reach out to Penny Corn at: PHONE: 704-482-3460. EMAIL: childcare3460@fbcshelby.org

BUSINESS SERVICES

MCNEILLY TREE SERVICE & LAND MANAGEMENT. Tree Removal, Trimming, Demolition, Land Clearing, Firewood, Hauling Services, Debris Removal. Free Estimates. (704) 472-3766

WILL CLEAN HOUSES. Reasonable rates. Call or text me at (704) 419-9016

PRESSURE WASHING, MULCHING, LANDSCAPING, BUSHES TRIMMED, DECKS RESTORED & MUCH MORE! 30 Years Experience. Free Estimates! Call (704) 692-4449

HYDRAULIC CYLINDER REPAIR. Skid Steer, Wreckers, Rollbacks, Splitters, Tractors, etc. 30 years experience. Shelby, NC. (Joe) (704) 692-1097

CLEANOUT SALE FROM TWO ESTATES! 1707 David Drive, Shelby, NC 28150. Fri., Oct. 4, 2024 from 7:00 AM - 1:00 PM; Sat., Oct. 5, 2024 from 7:00 AM - 1:00 PM. Contents of TWO Estates have been combined for a MASSIVE sale on 10/4 and 10/5. Thousands of items including vintage collectibles, decor for ALL holidays, lots of Halloween themed clothing and costumes of all sizes, scores of bins full of new with tag clothing from Gymboree (new old stock), LulaRoe (literally hundreds of new leggings TC, OS, TW and XS), Blowfish, Judy Blue, Ashley Roads, Rae Dunn and more. Many toys and dolls still in either vintage original or new original boxes, tons of crafting supplies, bins FULL of Hallmark Keepsake ornaments, new and used Loungefly, Disney collectibles, accessories. Scores of vintage ceramic molds and even a kiln! Call Rhonda for any questions at 704-3002962. See you on the 4th and 5th!!

LARGE FAMILY YARD SALE. Sat., Oct. 5th, 2024 from 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM. Household items, tools, bedding, glassware, small appliances, collectible items, crystal, Christmas decorations, furniture, too much to list. 1608 Troy Road, Shelby, NC 28150

RUTHERFORD COUNTY

ANNUAL BARN SALE. Saturday, Sept. 28, 9AM-2PM. Multi-family. Household items, Women’s & Men’s Clothing, Collectibles, Furniture, Tools, Holiday. Proceeds help support local charities. 1706 Grassy Knob Road, 1.5 miles off Highway 9 on left. Rutherfordton, NC 28139

STEEL BUILDINGS. “Large On Site Display”. Concrete Pads, Grading, Plumbing, Electrical. “One Stop Shop For All !” J. Johnson Sales, inc. Forest City, 2690 Hwy. 221 South. (828) 245-5895

CARPORTS, GARAGES, BOAT, RV COVER HAY BARNS, Etc. “Check Out Our Price Before You Buy... There Is Difference!” J. Johnson Sales, inc. 2690 Hwy. 221 South, Forest City. (828) 245-5895

STORAGE BUILDINGS WOOD OR METAL. New, Used, Repo. New Buildings from $3756.00. Inventory changes weekly! J. Johnson Sales, inc. 2690 Hwy. 221 South, Forest City, NC. (828) 245-5895

SHOP FULL OF WOODWORKING EQUIPMENT. Joiner, table saw, shaper, drill press, belt sander, band saw. 828-447-1610.

TRAILERS NEW5X10 WITH GATE $1395. Areas Largest Trailer Inventory, Equipment, Dumps, Landscape, Enclosed, Gooseneck “New & Used”. Best Cash Deals Around, Credit Cards, Financing, Rent to Own, No Credit Check Available. J. Johnson Sales, inc. Forest City. (828) 245-5895

MODINE PROPANE HEATER FOR GARAGE or shop. 150,000 BTU. $260. Call 518321-5662.

BEAR COMPOUND BOW, VERY GOOD CONDITION. 4 new arrows, 3 new Rage broadheads. $250. MTD push mower, big wheels on back, bagger/ mulcher, 6.5 Briggs engine, runs great. $120. 828-286-4426 or 828-289-0901.

FOUR CONTINENTAL

WHEELS & TIRES. Take-offs, 225-65-17, off of 2023 or 2024 Maverick. May fit other vehicles. $410. 518-321-5662.

ELECTRIC CEMENT MIXER. 1 bag size, $350. 14 ft. Hay Trailer, $600. (704) 538-8569

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

FARM & GARDEN

COW & GOAT HAY. 4X5 bales. 704-215-0214.

CHICKEN COOPS 6) 6’x6’ $600 each. 12) 4’x8’ $1,000 each. 40’x80’ Dib pen $600. 828-223-8808.

FREE SAW TIMBER. ACRE OF LARGE SAW TIMBER! LOOKING FOR SOMEBODY THAT WILL CUT IT FOR THE TREES. THE OWNER WILL CLEAN UP AND TAKE CARE OF EVERYTHING THAT IS LEFT. LOCATED IN GROVER, NC (704) 473-2127 MIKEGREENE0000@GMAIL. COM TORO ZERO TURN MOWER. 452cc, 15HP Briggs engine, 178 hours, 32’’ cut, in excellent like new condition. $1,000. 828838-7353.

PETS

& LIVESTOCK

DOG KENNELS. 5X10X6, 10x10x4, 10x10x6, 10x20x6. Single Kennel, Double Kennel or Triple Kennel. Dog Houses. Rain Tops Available. “Pickup or Delivery Available.” J. Johnson Sales, Forest City, (828) 2455895

PETS & LIVESTOCK

FREE KITTENS 4 black and tan tabbies. Born July 4th. Also, 5 mths-male & female-Both fixed. Must go together. Very lovable. If interested text (704) 616-9489 or e-mail. myra.decker@yahoo.com

CHICKS FOR SALE. 6 months old Chicks for sale. $3.00 each or OBO. Call 704-466-8741.

CARS & TRUCKS

2003 HONDA ODYSSEY 236,000 miles. Extra clean, leather, 3rd row, Michelins, serviced, runs good, $2695. 828395-0151.

2002 NISSAN MAXIMA 4 door, auto., 166,000 original miles, a/c works, new tires and battery. Good interior. $3,000 obo. 704-718-1035

MOTORCYCLES & ATVS

2013 HARLEY DAVIDSON ULTRA CLASSIC. 1850CC, new battery, very clean, great condition, asking $9,000. 2009 Yamaha VStar 1300CC, new tires & battery, asking $5,500. 828-289-8943

REAL ESTATE

CLEVELAND COUNTY

FSBO: $140K 3 BEDROOM. 2 Bath DoubleWide on a Brick Foundation classified as a Modular - 3 minutes from Shelby - Burns School Dist. - Central HVAC - .631 Acre - Stove & Frig., Ceiling Fans - Walk-in Closets - around 1600 sq ft. Duke Power & Upper Clev. Water - “No owner financing!” Call (704) 472-6298

PUBLIC NOTICE

NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION CLEVELAND COUNTY

AUBREE STAFFORD, a minor, by and through her Guardian ad Litem, JENNIFER BLACK, and JENNIFER BLACK, Individually v. TASHA NICHOLE MOSS and JACKIE DEAN MOSS, SR. 23 CVS 853

Take Notice that a pleading seeking relief against you has been filed in the above-captioned action. The nature of the relief being sought is as follows: personal injury.

You are required to make defense to such pleading no later than 40 days from the date of the first publication of this notice, or on or before November 4, 2024. If you fail to respond, the party seeking relief against you will apply to the Court for the relief sought.

This the 25th day of September 2024.

LANIER LAW GROUP, P.A.

/s/ Ashley Sappenfield

Ashley Sappenfield

Attorney for Plaintiff

N.C. State Bar No.: 52687

Lanier Law Group, P.A. 6518 Airport Center Drive Greensboro, NC 27409

Tel: (743) 666-535

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NOTICE

PUBLIC

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK

In the Matter of the Estate of:

GINGER NELL DAVIS aka GINGER CAMP DAVIS, Deceased.

EXECUTOR’S NOTICE

Having qualified on the 10th day of September, 2024 as Executor of the Estate of GINGER NELL DAVIS aka GINGER CAMP DAVIS, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against the decedent to exhibit the same to the undersigned Executrix on or before the 27th day of December, 2024 or this notice will be leaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms and corporations indebted to the estate should make immediate payment.

This the 25th day of September, 2024.

Gene Carol Davis, Ex.

242 Putnam Lake Road

Kings Mountain, NC 28086

C. Andrew Neisler, Jr.

CLONINGER & NEISLER

P.O. Box 515

300 E. King Street Kings Mountain, NC 28086

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REAL ESTATE

CLEVELAND COUNTY

INVESTOR PROPERTIES FOR SALE. 4 houses: 123, 127, 130, 131. 3 vacant lots: 122, 124, 125. All on East Branch Ave in Boiling Springs, NC. $1.5 million Or Best Offer. Text for appointment. (704) 300-0920 POLK COUNTY

SUNNYVIEW, NC FOR SALE BY OWNER. Convenient location, 3.62 wooded residential acres on quiet country road. $64,500. Owner financing available with 20% down. 828-4293287.

FOR RENT

CLEVELAND COUNTY

2&3 BEDROOM MOBILE HOMES. Nice and clean, water furnished. Oak Grove Community, Kings Mtn. Call or text, (704) 739-0259 107-2 OAK DRIVE, LAWNDALE, NC. DUPLEX, 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom. Rent $975, Deposit $975, App Fee, $25 per adult. 704-214-4180. LIONS SENIOR VILLAGE. Has 1 bedroom HUD subsidized apartments for low income seniors. Taking applications now. Age 62 or older. Equal Housing Opportunity. 211 North Morgan Street, Shelby, NC (704) 4827723 (704) 482-7723 Lions@ RPMMANAGED.COM

LAUREL HILL APARTMENTS LOCATED IN SHELBY NC. Is currently accepting applications for our 2 and 3 bedroom Townhomes. Rent is based on income (and even some expenses are deducted). Call or visit today! 1526 Eaves Road, Shelby, NC or call for more information. Equal Housing Opportunity. (704) 487-1114 135-22 WIGGINS LANES, KINGS MTN, NC. New Singlewide. 3 bedroom 2 bathrooms. Rent $1375, Deposit $1375, App Fee $25 per adult. 704214-4180. FOR RENT

PUBLIC NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 17th of September, 2024 as Co-Executrixes of the Estate of NELLIE LOUISE MOORE (24 E 759), deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned, Kimberlen w. Bullock; aka, Kim Bullock, Co-Executrix and/or Phyllis Stamey, Co-Executrix on or before the 25th of December, 2024, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of to their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 25th day of September, 2024.

Kimberlen W. Bullock; aka, Kim Bullock, Co-Executrix

Estate of Nellie Louise Moore

524 Cleveland Ave. Kings Mountain, NC 28086

And/or

Phyllis Stamey, Co-Executrix

Estate of Nellie Louise Moore

7406 Shiras Court

Charlotte, NC 28273

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PUBLIC NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK

In the Matter of the Estate of:

CAROLYN SUE PRUITT aka CAROLYN KITZMILLER PRUITT, Deceased. EXECUTRIX’S NOTICE

Having qualified on the 6th day of September, 2024 as Executrix of the Estate of Carolyn Sue Pruitt aka Carolyn Kitzmiller Pruitt, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against the decedent to exhibit the same to the undersigned Executrix on or before the 20th day of December, 2024 or this notice will be leaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms and corporations indebted to the estate should make immediate payment.

This the 18th day of September, 2024.

Christine S. Whetstine, Ex. 126 Red Oak Drive Cherryville, NC 28021

C. Andrew Neisler, Jr. CLONINGER & NEISLER

P.O. Box 515

300 E. King Street

Kings Mountain, NC 28086

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CLEVELAND COUNTY MOVE IN SPECIAL. 2 & 3 Bedroom, deposit required. Weekly rates. Includes power and water. NO PETS. NO TEXTING. (704) 473-4299

HICKORY CREEK APARTMENTS FOR SENIORS. (62 and older), disabled (50 and older). Shelby. Now taking applications for waiting list. 418 East Warren Street, Shelby. (704) 487-6354 104 KENTBURY DRIVE, GROVER, NC. Singlewide.

PUBLIC NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK In the Matter of the Estate of: DOROTHY L. LEDFORD WARREN, deceased. File No. 24 E 733

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Having qualified as Administrator CTA of the Estate of DOROTHY L. LEDFORD WARREN, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against the Estate of said DOROTHY L. LEDFORD WARREN to present them, duly verified, to the undersigned, Loann S. Meekins, Administrator CTA, Teddy Meekins & Talbert, PLLC, 405 E. Marion Street, Shelby, NC 28150 on or before the 11th day of December, 2024 or same will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said Estate please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 11th day of September 2024.

Loann S. Meekins, Administrator CTA of the Estate Teddy Meekins & Talbert, PLLC

405 E. Marion Street Shelby, NC 28150 KMH (9/11, 9/18, 9/25 & 10/2/2024)

PUBLIC NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK In the Matter of the Estate of: THOMAS ARTHUR ANTHONY aka THOMAS ARTHUR ANTHONY, JR., Deceased.

EXECUTRIX’S NOTICE

Having qualified on the 6th day of September, 2024 as Executrix of the Estate of THOMAS ARTHUR ANTHONY aka THOMAS ARTHUR ANTHONY, JR., deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against the decedent to exhibit the same to the undersigned Executrix on or before the 20th day of December, 2024 or this notice will be leaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms and corporations indebted to the estate should make immediate payment. This the 18th day of September, 2024.

Janet Bridges Anthony, Ex. 514 Deerfield Drive

Kings Mountain, NC 28086

C. Andrew Neisler, Jr.

CLONINGER & NEISLER

P.O. Box 515

300 E. King Street

Kings Mountain, NC 28086

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CROSSWORD PUZZLE

By JIM MILLER Editor

Does Medicare Cover Cataract Surgery?

Dear Savvy Senior,

How does Medicare cover cataract surgery? My eye doctor recently told me I’ve developed cataracts and should consider making plans for surgery in the next year or so.

Almost 67

Dear Almost,

Like gray hair and wrinkles, cataracts are an inevitable part of the aging process. Eventually, everyone (usually in their 60s) will develop cataracts, a condition that causes cloudy or blurry vision. The only way to correct this is through cataract surgery.

Fortunately, Medicare does cover medically necessary cataract surgery, which includes removing the cataract and implanting a standard intraocular lens (IOL). This is a small, lightweight, clear disk that replaces the focusing power of the eye’s natural crystalline lens to restore clear vision. This procedure is performed using traditional surgical techniques or lasers.

This coverage can be a substantial savings, since cataract surgery often costs about $1,800 to $2,800 per eye.

Cataract surgery is usually an outpatient procedure, covered under Medicare Part B. Once you pay the annual Part B deductible, which is $240 in 2024, you’re responsible for the Part B coinsurance.

That means you’ll pay 20 percent of the cost for covered services yourself. If you have a Medicare supplemental policy, also known as Medigap, you’ll have full or partial coverage for the 20 percent Part B coinsurance.

If you happen to be enrolled in a private Medicare Advantage plan, rather than original Medicare, you’ll also have coverage for cataract surgery. However, you may have to pay different deductibles or copayments and need to use an in-network provider. You’ll need to call your plan to find out its coverage details before you schedule surgery.

What’s Not Covered

Be aware that Medicare only covers cataract surgery with standard (monofocal) intraocular lenses, which improves vision at just one distance so you may still need glasses for close-up vision. Medicare will not cover premium (multifocal) intraocular lenses that can correct vision far away, up close and in between, so you can go glasses-free after surgery.

Premium interocular lenses are expensive, costing approximately $1,500 to $4,000 per eye, which you would be responsible for if you choose to upgrade. Talk with your doctor about your options and costs before your surgery.

Are Eyeglasses Covered?

Even though Medicare usually doesn’t cover eyeglasses or contact lenses, it will pay 80 percent for one set of corrective glasses or contacts after cataract surgery. Medicare, however, limits its coverage to standard eyeglass frames and lenses. If you want to get

deluxe frames, progressive or tinted lenses or scratch-resistant coating for glasses, you’ll need to pay those costs yourself. Medicare also requires that you purchase the glasses or contacts from a Medicare-approved supplier.

Also, if you have any post-surgery complications or problems that are deemed medically necessary to address by a doctor, Medicare covers those expenses too. Any drops, antibiotics or other medication prescribed after your surgery would be covered by Medicare Part D or a Medicare Advantage plan that includes prescription drug coverage.

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

Senior” book.