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Central United Methodist Church
Potter retires from Community Kitchen By Libby Putnam
Central United Methodist Church has transitioned their Community Kitchen from a ministry that serves prepared meals to a ministry where grocery items will be available for pickup. The process started on Thursday, September 3, from 3-6 pm. Central United Methodist Church will continue this ministry as long as there is support. Food contributions are received from Second Harvest Food Bank and Food Lion. See more photos on page 3. Photos by Candy Love
Citizen comments bring fireworks at City Council meeting last month By Loretta Cozart During the August city council meeting, citizens expressed their concern over decisions by City Council and the leadership of Kings Mountain. Connie Green, of Landing Drive expressed her concern over decisions made by City Council. “Decisions are being justified that we are doing what is best for the city. Back room and front lawn
deals are conspired prior to meetings and the citizens never really know the truth behind the decisions or the details involved,” she said. “It seems that a few people vote, and this small group makes the decisions for many.” “There have been an awful lot of fireworks going on in the last few months. I realize a licensed professional was hired by Hounds Campground to do those fireworks,” she said. “But I question if the person hired had been different than who was hired, would the permit have been given?”
“Hounds Campground has been a topic of much undesirable activity. These activities can be viewed on Facebook and are despicable. The things I saw… I don’t know if you’ve seen them, but something needs to be done.” She went on to say, “Kings Mountain Police Department patrols my neighborhood; I see them in other neighborhoods, too. I’ve heard comments made that they (Hounds Campground) gets to do whatever they want. The city doesn’t See CITY COUNCIL, Page 8
City of Kings Mountain to continue tree trimming By Janet Hart, City of Kings Mountain The City of Kings Mountain announced recently that Carolina Tree Service will con- HENDRICKS tinue trimming trees along the City’s mainline electric distribution circuits for the coming year. “As an electric utility provider, the City of Kings Mountain is required by state law to follow the regulations as set forth in the National Electric Safety Code,” said Energy Director Nick Hendricks. “This
For almost 18-years, the Community Kitchen has been staffed by volunteers from Central United Methodist Church and other churches in Kings Mountain. During that time over 500,000 meals have been served to those in need in our community. The church is most thankful for those volunteers for their dedication and service led by Jim Potter to make this ministry a success. Jim will be retiring from his work with the Community Kitchen and the community thanks him for his faithful service. The idea for a food ministry actually came about while Rev. Bob Little was the minister. Plans for a new activities building were being discussed and a committee was formed to help envision how that building could be used. See POTTER, Page 8
Jim Potter retired from CUMC’s Community Kitchen, but still puts canned goods into Gracie’s Blessing Box to feed the needy. Photo provided
105 patients at White Oak Manor have COVID-19 By Loretta Cozart According to NCDHHS, White Oak Manor in Kings Mountain continues to experience higher numbers of COVID-19. As of September 4, the 156-bed facility reported that more two-thirds (105) of its patients have contracted the COVID-19 and 16 have died. Fifty-four staff members have also gotten the virus. In an undated letter on White Oak Manor’s company website, President Doug Cecil shared, “Coronavirus (COVID-19) poses a serious threat to older adults (especially 80 years old and older) and those with underlying health conditions. White Oak Management, Inc. made the decision to restrict visitors at all of our locations as re-
WHITE OAK MANOR quired by the CDC and state officials.” “It has also been made mandatory for all staff and residents to obtain daily temperature checks until further notice.” “We want to assure everyone that our team is continuously being advised by
the CDC and other governmental agencies as to how best to keep our facilities free from COVID-19, while at the same time, maintaining a safe and comfortable environment for our residents and staff.” “The following are guideSee WHITE OAK, Page 8
General Assembly sends proposals to Governor
This is a graphic of the area that will be trimmed near our mainline power lines, low growing shrubs and trees may or may not be trimmed or removed dependent upon their species or height. Photos provided code requires that all electric utilities are responsible for trimming trees near their power lines,” Hendricks added. The City does not trim trees along service drops that serve individual homes
and businesses unless the tree or limb is placing pressure on the electric line. According to Hendricks, “It is imperative that as an electric utility provider, we take the tree trimming See TREE, Page 8
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Coronavirus Relief Act 3.0 to provide $1 billion in relief On Friday, September 4, Governor Cooper’s office released that he would sign House Bill 1105: TIM MOORE Coronavirus Relief Act 3.0. Governor Cooper said, “This budget followed my
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