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MILESTONE – The City of Kings Mountain celebrated a milestone in the city’s history in 2018 with the opening of KM Energy and on Jan. 1, 2019 became a power customer. Pictured at the August opening of the massive plant, from left, are NTE CEO Seth Shortlidge, KM City Manager Marilyn Sellers, Assistant City Manager Nick Hendricks, and Mike Green, NTE Director of Development. File photo
The City of Kings Mountain and NTE Energy marked a milestone in 2018 and on New Year’s Day January 1, 2019 the city became a power customer of Kings Mountain Energy. “We are extremely proud of this milestone and offer our thanks and congratulations to everyone who had a hand in bringing this state-of-the-art facility to completion,’’ NTE Chief Executive Officer Seth Shortlidge said at the plant’s ribbon-cutting opening in August. Shortlidge said NTE has enjoyed building long-last-
ing relationships with the City of Kings Mountain and customers as they work to bring significant power cost savings and economic development opportunities to the Carolinas. “What a great day this is for the citizens of Kings Mountain,’’ said Mayor Scott Neisler at the opening of the facility. “We will look back on this day as the start of the best decisions Kings Mountain has ever made since the decision to build Moss Lake,’’ the mayor added. Kings Mountain Energy Center off Dixon School
Road is a 475 MW natural gas-fired combined cycle electric generating plant, a $500 million facility providing clean energy to more than 400,000 homes through long-term agreements with nine municipalities, including Kings Mountain, in the Carolinas. In addition to providing wholesale electric service to the City of Kings Mountain, KM Energy will be a significant contributor to the city/county tax base and will be large water/ sewer customer of the City of Kings Mountain.
2018 year in review As 2018 ended with the strains of ‘Auld Lang Syne’ Dec. 31 Kings Mountain area citizens could look back at a year filled with memories of many happenings that impacted their lives. The year 2018 is captured in these excerpts of news headlines in the Kings Mountain Herald which some would look at as problems and others would consider as opportunities. A pictorial review of 2018 is featured in today’s Herald and does not include every photograph but does picture people having a good time at special events and remembers happenings in the lives of the community. By 3-0 the panel of Judges in the North Carolina Court of Appeals rendered judgment in a
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two-year old civil case, ruling for the City of Kings Mountain and a proposed housing development, Orchard Trace being sued by Brinkley Properties and adjacent property owners on KM Boulevard and Margrace Road who allege the city erred in a change in zoning. The appellate court filed its ruling Dec. 18, affirming a trial court’s ruling denying Brinkley Properties motion for summary judgment. The opin-
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ion was only 10 pages in length but the file that has accumulated is a couple feet thick. Kings Mountain families said goodbye to many loved ones in 2018. The City of Kings Mountain mourned the death of Chief of Police Jerry Tessneer and Ward I city councilman Howard Shipp. Tessneer was one in a long line of Kings Mountain chiefs to be promoted through the ranks. He joined KMPD
KM CITY COUNCIL – The 7-member Kings Mountain City Council and Mayor Scott Neisler officially welcome newly-appointed Annie Thombs, Ward I commissioner. From left, David Allen, Jay Rhodes, Rodney Gordon, mayor pro-tem, Thombs, Mike Butler, Tommy Hawkins, Keith Miller and Neisler. File photo in 1992 and became chief on June 30, 2017. His funeral was conducted by his predecessor, retired Chief Melvin Proctor. Rev. Shipp had served as councilman for 18 years. Council appointed Annie Thombs to fill the unexpired term. As-
sistant KMPD Chief Lisa Proctor is serving as Acting Chief. The massive power plant, Kings Mountain Energy, cut a ribbon formally opening the $500 M natural gas-fired facility off Dixon School Road. The plant
is providing clean energy to 400,000 homes through long-term agreements with nine municipalities in the Carolinas, including the City of Kings Mountain. At the height of construction KMEC created more than See IN REVIEW, Page 3A
City needs assistance to control recycling costs By Loretta Cozart
Martin Luther King, Jr. observance January 21 The City of Kings Mountain will remember the life of Dr. Martin Luther King,
Jr. at the Joy Performance Center on Monday, January 21 at 3:00 pm with an inspirational celebration and play based upon the legacy of the Civil Rights Leader.
When Kings Mountain began recycling in 2012, the only costs incurred was for retrieving and delivering the materials to the recycler, Sonoco. There were no charges by the vendor to receive those materials, which saved the city money. The city was recently notified that Sonoco will close their doors effective January 31, 2019. With this news, the city quickly located a new vendor to handle the recyclables and Republic Waste Services agreed to a six-month contract which then renews month-to-month.
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materials were shipped overseas. Now, many items considered desirable for recycling are no longer wanted. As a result, those items have become a burden on recyclers to dispose of, so they charge additional fees to accept specific items. Beginning February 1, 2018, the City of Kings Mountain will change the accepted items for recycling to match Republic Waste Services guidelines and save the community money. The city needs your help to follow these guidelines. Items to recycle in your Blue Bin include: • clean newspaper • office paper • unwaxed cardboard
• aluminum cans • steel cans • plastic bottles (without the lids). • (Please do not place your recycling in bags, leave items lose in the bin.) The following items are no longer recyclable and should be placed in bags and into the Green Garbage Can for collection: • plastic bags (including grocery bags) • lids from plastic bottles • glass bottles or containers • pizza boxes • styrofoam • waxed cardboard • plastic take-out containers If you have questions, contact the Public Works Department at 704-7340735.
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■ OBITUARIES
Leslie Ott Chariker
Louise J. ‘Lou’ Ballew
Billy Gene Benton
Leslie Ott Chariker, 58, of Clover passed away peacefully December 21, 2018 at Piedmont Medical Center Inpatient. She was born August 13, 1960 in York County, a daughter of the late Mell Thompson Ott. Leslie was a former member of Faith Baptist Church, a former textile worker with Dixie Yarns and a teacher’s assistant with Clover Schools. She is survived by her cousins, Jimbo Thompson (Vicki) and son, Max, Jackie Roberts (Jerry), and Lynn Thompson. In addition to her mother, she is preceded in death by her husband, Lee Roy Chariker and her beloved grandparents, Lester Lawson Thompson and Pacye Watts Thompson. The family would like to give special thanks to the wonderful caregivers who took great care of Leslie. The family received friends from 1:00 to 2:00pm at McLean Funeral Directors of Gastonia on Thursday, December 27, 2018. A funeral service was held at 2:00 pm, Thursday December 27, 2018, at Founders Chapel of McLean Funeral Directors with Pastor Tommy Hope officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, https://secure.aspca.org/ donate/memorial. Condolence messages may be sent online at www.McLeanFuneral.com. McLean Funeral Directors of Gastonia is serving the Chariker family.
Louise J. ‘Lou’ Ballew (aka Loulou) passed away peacefully on December 27, 2018 from lung cancer, under the loving care of the Testa Family Hospice House staff. Born in Mauldin, SC in 1926, after graduating high school Lou went on to enjoy a long career in accounting and the nursery and landscaping business. At the end of World War 2, she met the love of her life, Chuck Ballew, a decorated WW2 fighter pilot who was enrolled at Clemson University. A fortuitous night of cruising on Greenville’s main drag with her 2 best friends, led to a life-changing meeting with Chuck who was in a car with his two cousins. After 53 wonderful years of marriage, Chuck passed away in 1999. In recovering from the tragic loss of her husband, Lou exhibited the courage, discipline, and strong character that we have all seen in her. She continued with her active involvement in the First Presbyterian Church, volunteering at Kings Mountain Hospital and serving on several governing boards of the City of Kings Mountain. As a people person, Lou was continually energized by interacting with her friends, her family, and the people of Kings Mountain. She was actively involved in sod production at Oakland Plantation and received awards from the nursery and landscaping association recognizing her contributions in that area. She was volunteer of the year at Kings Mountain Hospital and was a Cleveland County distinguished woman of the year recipient in 2011. If you didn’t find her volunteering, you could probably find her in her beloved garden with a glass of wine feeding the birds. Her life was further impacted by the loss of her daughter, Susan who married Greg Kilburn and gave her two wonderful grandchildren, Steve and Catherine. She will be missed by all including her son John, her grandchildren and son-in-law, her sisters Shirley Comer and Carol Williamson, brother Bill Jenkins and her loyal companion, Cat 5. She faced her illness with the same determination, courage, concern for others and lack of self-pity that she exhibited throughout her life. Bottom line, if you did not know Lou, you missed out on a friendship with an extraordinary woman. And, if you were fortunate enough to know Lou, then you will not be surprised by her last words, “Jump up and fight like hell.” Visitation will be Friday, January 4, 2019 from 6 pm to 8 pm at Harris Funeral Home, 108 South Piedmont Ave. Kings Mountain, NC. In ‘Lou’ of flowers, donations may be made to the Testa Family Hospice House at www.hospicecares.cc. Harris Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kings Mountain, NC is in charge of arrangements.
Billy Gene Benton, age 66, died Saturday, December 22, 2018 at Testa Hospice House. Born in Cleveland County on July 25, 1952 he was the son of the late Wilber Marcel Benton and Mary Sue Putnam Benton. Billy served as a paratrooper in the 10th group Special Forces in the U.S. Army. After leaving service he received his Advanced Law Enforcement Certificate and earned an Associate’s Degree from Cleveland Community College. Billy served 22 years as an officer for the City of Kings Mountain Police Department and later for Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office as a Narcotics Captain and retired in 2002. Later he went back to serving part time as an officer for Lincoln County. He was a member of the 27B Narcotics Task Force, SKL Narcotics Task Force, Blue Ridge Narcotics Task Force, he was also the head of Community Oriented Policing, and a member of the Fraternal Order of Police and North Carolina Law Enforcement Association. In addition to his parents his was preceded in death by his two brothers; Larry and Gary Benton and an infant sister. Billy is survived by his wife of 36 years, Cynthia “Cindy” Morrow Benton, one son, Larry Dean Benton and wife Marilyn Bunch Benton of Kings Mountain, one step-son, Kenneth Shane Peterson and wife Rebecca Bricker Peterson, two sisters; Diane Powell of Shelby, Tina Bowen and husband Ricky of Grover, sisters-in-law, Jeanie Benton of Shelby and Sandy Benton of Grover. Three grandchildren, Kaleb Peterson, Chris Benton and Connor Benton as well as numerous nieces and nephews and beloved canine companions; Apollo, Zeus, and Prissy. Funeral service was held at 6:30 pm on Thursday, December 27, 2018 in the Chapel of Cecil M. Burton Funeral Home and Crematory with Rev. Robert Archie and Rev. Don Allen officiating. The family received friends following the service. Memorials may be made to: Still Standing care of Cleveland County Community Development Corporation, PO Box 2808 Shelby, NC 28150. Cecil M. Burton Funeral Home & Crematory of Shelby is in charge of arrangments.
Charles Wesley Goodson Charles Wesley Goodson, age 74 of Winder, formerly of Lawrenceville, passed away on Saturday, December 22, 2018. Funeral Services were held at 3:00 PM on Sunday, December 30, 2018 at Ebenezer Baptist Church in Dacula with Rev. Sam Davis and Rev. Larry Wynn officiating. Interment followed at the church cemetery. Charles was a great husband, father, and beloved grandfather. He was a member of Ebenezer Baptist Church in Dacula, an avid golfer, and enjoyed participating in his grandchildren’s activities. Charles was the son of the late Rev. Clyde R. and Louise (Phillips) Goodson. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Robert Goodson. Charles is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Toni (Ware) Goodson; daughters and son-in-law, Ashley and Shane Green of Dacula and Candi and Scott Thurmond of Bethlehem; sister, Brenda Biddix of Richmond, VA; granddaughter and grandson-in-law, Ashton and Kale Brazier of Athens; granddaughter and fiancé, Autumn Green and Dylan Ballard of Dacula; and grandsons, Luke Thurmond, Nick Thurmond, and Grant Thurmond, all of Bethlehem. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to Ebenezer Baptist Church or your favorite charity. The family received friends 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Saturday, December 29, 2018 at Tim Stewart Funeral Home, 300 Simonton Road S.W., Lawrenceville, GA 30046. 770-962-3100. Please leave online condolences at www.stewartfh.com
H. Lawrence Patrick Senior Life and Conference Center activities for the month of JANUARY: WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 2: Faith and Fitness 8:30 a.m. - 10 a.m.; Beginners Line Dance 9:00 a.m. -10:00 a.m.; Day by Day 10:00 a.m. – 11 a.m.; Jewelry Class I 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.; Seniors in Motion $ 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.; Jewelry Class II 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.; Duplicate Bridge 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. THRUSDAY, JANUARY 3: Healthy Lifestyle class 8 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.; Healthy Lifestyle Exercise 9:30 a.m. - 10 a.m.; Intermediate Line Dance 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.; Bingo $ 10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. FRIDAY, JANUARY 4: Coffee and Conversation 8:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.; Chorus 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.; Seniors in Motion $ 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.; Friday Lunch $ 11 a.m. - 12 noon; Wii Bowling League 12 noon. MONDAY, JANUARY 7: Coupon and Recipe Swap 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.; Ceramics $ 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.; Seniors in Motion $ 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.; Cardio Circuit $ 11:45 a.m. - 12:45 p.m.; Quilting 12:30 p.m. - 3 p.m.; Intermediate Line Dance 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. TUESDAY, JANUARY 8: Knitting 8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.; Bible History 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.; Computer Class 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.; Veterans Meeting 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 9: Faith and Fitness 8:30 a.m. - 10 a.m.; Beginners Line Dance 9:00 a.m. -10:00 a.m.; PERSONAL CARE SERVICES (Toenail Clipping) By Appointment Only; Jewelry Class I 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.; Seniors in Motion 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.; Dutch Lunch $ Shrimp Boat in Gastonia 11 a.m.; Jewelry Class II from 1 p.m. - 2 p.m. THURSDAY, JANUARY 10: Healthy Lifestyle class 8 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.; Healthy Lifestyle Exercise 9:30 a.m. - 10 a.m.; Intermediate Line Dance 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.; Ugly Sweater Party 10 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.; Bingo $ 10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.; GROCERY SHOPPING 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. FRIDAY, JANUARY 11: Coffee and Conversation 8:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.; Chorus 10:00 a.m. – 11 a.m.; Seniors in Motion $ 10:30 a.m.
ican Restaurant 8, Fasgas MiniMart 94.5, Golden Corral 96.5, Hardees 965., Ingles Salad Bar 99, Ingles #147 99, Jade Express 91, Ken and Mary’s Restaurant 98.5, Kyle’s Skate 96, Linwood Restaurant 95.5, McDonalds 99, Oasis Café 97.5, Taco Bell 96, Thai Hut 95.5, Toscanos Bistro 97.5, Showmars
- 11:30 a.m.; Friday Lunch $ 11 - 12 noon; Wii Bowling League 12 noon. MONDAY, JANUARY 14: Document Shredding 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m., Coupon and Recipe Swap 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.; Ceramics $ 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.; Sip ‘n Paint $ 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.; Seniors in Motion $ 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.; Cardio Circuit $ 11:45 a.m. - 12:45 p.m.; Quilting 12:30 p.m. - 3 p.m.; Intermediate Line Dance 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. TUESDAY, JANUARY 15: Knitting 8:30 - 10:30 a.m.; Bible History 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.; Computer Class 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.; Steps to Health 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.; Volunteer Meeting 12:15 p.m. WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 16: Faith and Fitness 8:30 a.m. - 10 a.m.; Beginners Line Dance 9:00 a.m. -10:00 a.m.; Jewelry Class I 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.; Blood Pressure Clinic sponsored by Kindred at Home from 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.; EAST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL BIRTHDAY 10:30 a.m.; Seniors in Motion 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.; Jewelry Class II 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.; Duplicate Bridge 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. THURSDAY, JANUARY 17: Healthy Lifestyle Class 8 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.; Healthy Lifestyle Exercise 9:30 a.m. - 10 a.m.; Intermediate Line Dance 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.; Bingo $ 10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. FRIDAY, JANUARY 18: Coffee and Conversation 8:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.; Red Cross Blood Drive 10:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.; Chorus 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.; Seniors in Motion $ 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.; Friday Lunch $ 11 a.m. - 12 noon; Wii Bowling League 12:00 p.m. MONDAY, JANUARY 21: Senior Center Closed for Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. TUESDAY, JANUARY 22: Knitting 8:30 a.m. 10:30 a.m.; Computer Class 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.; Steps to Health 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.; MONTHLY BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION SPONSORED BY FOOD LION 9:45 a.m. - 11:30 p.m.; Bible History 10 - 11 a.m.; Advisory Board Meeting – 12:00 p.m. WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 23: Faith and Fitness 8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.; Beginners Line Dance 9:00 a.m. -10:00 a.m.; PERSONAL
CARE SERVICES (Toenail Clipping) By Appointment Only; Jewelry Class I 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.; Seniors in Motion $ 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.; Chair Yoga $ 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.; Jewelry Class II from 1 a.m. - 2 p.m. THURSDAY, JANUARY 24: Healthy Lifestyle Class 8 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.; Healthy Lifestyle Exercise 9:30 a.m. - 10 a.m.; Intermediate Line Dance 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.; Bingo $ 10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.; GROCERY SHOPPING 12:00 p.m -2:00 p.m. FRIDAY, JANUARY 25: Coffee and Conversation 8:30 - 10:00 a.m.; Chorus 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.; Seniors in Motion 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.; Friday Lunch $ 11 a.m. - 12 noon; WII Bowling League 12 noon. MONDAY, JANUARY 28: Coupon and Recipe Swap 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.; Ceramics $ 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.; Seniors in Motion $ 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.; Cardio Circuit $ 11:45 a.m. - 12:45 p.m.; Quilting 12:30 p.m. - 3 p.m.; Intermediate Line Dance 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. TUESDAY, JANUARY 29: Knitting 8:30 a.m. 10:30 a.m.; Computer Class 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.; Steps to Health 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.; Bible History 10 - 11 a.m. WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 30: Faith and Fitness 8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.; Beginner Line Dance 9:00 a.m. -10:00 a.m.; Trip to Sea Life at Concord Mills Mall $ 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.; Jewelry Class I 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.; Jewelry Class I 10 a.m. 11 a.m.; Seniors in Motion $ 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.; Jewelry Class II 1 p.m. - 2 p.m. THURSDAY, JANUARY 31: Healthy Lifestyle Class 8 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.; Healthy Lifestyle Exercise 9:30 a.m. - 10 a.m.; Intermediate Line Dance 10 - 11:30 a.m.; Team Pride Day Party 10:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.; Bingo $ 10:30 - 11:15 a.m. SHIIP Counseling is by appointment only.
Last chance to see the trains at the museum By Sarah Lynch, Director & Curator The 16th Annual Toys, Games Exhibit has been a huge hit! If you want to see the trains one more time or haven’t gotten a chance to see what all the fun is about, Saturday January 5th at 1pm is your last chance! Though the exhibit closed December 29, the museum will reopen the exhibit for a few hours only to welcome a Lionel Professional who will treat visitors to a talk regarding some of the latest and greatest in model trains. If you just got a train for Christmas and have some questions to ask, or if you wish you got a train for Christmas and want to see them go around the track one more time—this will be the perfect Saturday afternoon activity for you! For more information, please call (704) 739-1019 or email kmhmdirector@outlook.com.
Cleveland County inspections Cleveland County Health Department inspected facilities the week of December 1-December 14, 2018. Local restaurants include Local restaurants include: Big Red’s Café 98.5, Boltons Grill 99.5, Burger King 98, Don Ramon Mexican Restaurant 99, El Alcapulco Mex-
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99, Sushi Do Jo 96, Taco El Nevado 97.5, Upscale Soulfood Restaurant 98. Food stands: Walmart Neighborhood Market 99.5. School lunch rooms: Fallston Elementary 99.5, Township #3 99.5, Washington Elementary. Meat Market: Ingles 98 and Save-A-Lot 90.
“Liberty Mountain” announces local audition dates for 2019 season Auditions will be held Jan. 11-13 Auditions for the sixth season of “Liberty Mountain – The Revolutionary Drama” will be held on January 11, 12, and 13 at the Joy Performance Center in downtown Kings Mountain. Youth auditions for performers under the age of 16 will be held on Friday, Jan. 11, 2019 from 6:30 - 9:00 PM. Adult auditions will be held on Saturday, Jan. 12, 2019 from 2:00 - 6:00 PM, and again on Sunday, Jan. 13, 2019 from 2:00 - 6:00 PM. Performers will be expected to memorize and perform a 60 second monologue of their choice along with an optional 16-bar musical audition. Those acting and singing will be given 90 seconds. We are also seeking musicians – those wishing to play an instrument should prepare a 60 second selection to showcase their musical talent. We are seeking performers of all ages
and experiences and hope to recruit as much top-notch local talent as possible. Performance dates for the 2019 season are June 28, 29, 30, July 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 14, 19, 20, 21, with a special performance on July 4. Interested performers must be available for all performance dates and times. “Liberty Mountain – The Revolutionary Drama” tells the epic true story of the Battle of Kings Mountain, that turned the tide of the Revolutionary War in October of 1780. The show features live gunfire, stateof-the-art projections, and other special effects that bring the story of the founding of our nation to life in immersive and thrilling ways. Anyone wishing to audition should make an appointment by emailing caleb@sigmontheatrical. com. Please send an updated resume and headshot along with your email.
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2018 YEAR IN REVIEW (File photos)
Evangelist Dr. Billy Graham dies at his home in Montreat.
The dream lives on at Dr. Martin Luther King Day in Kings Mountain.
KM Father saves family from burning house.
Ward I City Councilman Howard Shipp’s funeral is held.
Love is the key to wedded bliss for Gordon and Amelia Blalock.
Balloon release by 4th graders at East Elementary School was memorial to classmate Makala Martin.
Nurse Berry serves patients 42 years at KM Hospital.
Run-offs assured for May 8 Primary. GOP symbol the elephant. Democrat symbol the donkey.
A rousing send-off was held for National Guard troops headed for Iraq.
David Brinkley, left, challenges Tim Moore for NC House seat. See more photos on page 7A and 8A
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First Baptist Church honors Chip Sloan for long service as Pastor.
215 runners race to finish at Gateway Trail.
FROM PAGE 1A 350 construction jobs and now employs 25 skilled positions to handle daily operations. Two popular Kings Mountain men faced off for the NC House seat 111 – incumbent Tim Moore and David Brinkley. Moore, serving his second term as Speaker of the House, retained his seat as Cleveland
County’s Representative. Voters in November made the county commission a one-Party board -GOP - for the first time in years. The weather was a newsmaker in 2018. Rain was constant and snow blanketed the area in January and in December, over 3 inches in the first month of the year and 6 ½ inches during the last month of 2018, closing schools and giving surprise holidays.
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OPINION
Wednesday, January 2, 2019
TODAY’S QUOTE:
New Year’s Day is every man’s birthday. Charles Lamb
Pieces of Kings Mountain History By Loretta Husky Cozart As a new year begins and the old LORETTA year passes, COZART it is time to reflect on all the events of the year. The year brought both joy and pain, and there is no being spared from it. We each have our own path to walk and must experience what life gives us. Luckily, we have friends and family to help us, as I learned when I had an accident in March. I couldn’t get by on my own and had to accept help to get through the tough times.
I lost good friends in 2018; too many to count. Many of friends I hold most dear live in Kings Mountain and it hurts to lose them. I’ll especially miss friends from my childhood who have passed. Each had a profound impact upon me one way or another and it makes sense I should miss them. Even so, my heart aches for the loss. I’ve learned that giving support to others is an important part of community. When friends are in the hospital, they and their families need support. If you can’t make the trip to visit, call the family to support them.
Just knowing people are thinking of you can lift people through the darkest times. Last year also brought thankfulness and joy. In many ways the two are very similar and the peace they bring is good for the heart and soul. During the last six months, I have met and made new friends who want to share their stories. Through them, I’ve learned so much about the community from those who knew the town before I was born. While places around here don’t change too much, the cast of characters involved do and it is people who add
LETTER TO THE EDITOR Mayor upset about carriage rides I hope everyone had a wonderful Christmas this year. To say the weather was a Scott Neisler challenge Mayor to the City’s planned Christmas festivities is an understatement. Even though the weather didn’t cooperate with the parade and the first Saturday night’s activities, the activities we did manage to pull off certainly gave me the Christmas spirit with one exception - the carriage rides. Being sold out so quickly each of the two nights was such a disappointment to me. I didn’t get a chance to ride! I expected as Mayor to have had an opportunity to ride. Even two council members were
turned away on the final night! I was promised by our Special Events Director, who is currently on medical leave, that there was no way the Mayor could be turned away. He and his wife would be getting on! I even said that I would wait and take the last ride! But Marie Jackson was quick to say, “by no means would we be getting on that ride!” I think that as Mayor and leader of the City, I should have gotten to take a carriage ride through downtown! People expect the Mayor to set an example! After all, I do represent this City at every public function. I was just upset that there had not been more planning with this important event. I’ll assure you that will change next year! Now that I have your attention, let me just say
that the former paragraph couldn’t be further from what I believe. I was glad that I wasn’t able to ride! That meant that we had an overflowing crowd in our downtown. While people were waiting, they filled up Gateway Brew enjoying the Hot Chocolate special, Cherokee Grill was at capacity and citizens and visitors to Kings Mountain were supporting downtown. All of this, along with the Christmas Fantasy Light Show and Katie and Grady’s Lights at Patriot’s Park, meant that Kings Mountain was celebrating Christmas! Home for Christmas! As I mentioned, Christy Connor, Special Events Director was on medical leave and we also have the vacancy of a director of the Main Street program. The See MAYOR, Page 7A
Play the famous North Carolinian game this New Year’s Eve One of my But crammed favorite things into all that fine about the holiprint are so many day season is the things my friend arrival of “The should know. World Almanac This year’s ediand Book of tion includes results Facts.” of last month’s DG MARTIN elections, including Its thousand pages of fine House, Senate, and print are a valugubernatorial races able resource. But there is and information about a problem. When I gave past elections. There are summaries of other top a copy the other day to a friend, he took a look, news stories, history, shook his head, and said, sports results, population figures, and much more. “I can’t read a word of its I quickly go to the tiny text.”
North Carolina section for its short summary of our history and economy. I look for the section called “Famous North Carolinians” to see who made the list. The new almanac includes the following: David Brinkley, Shirley Caesar, John Coltrane, Rick Dees, Elizabeth Hanford Dole, Dale Earnhardt Sr., John Edwards, Ava Gardner, Richard Jordan Gatling, Billy Graham, Andy Griffith, O. Henry, Andrew See GAME, Page 7A
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color to the canvas of life. Probably the most important thing I have learned is that folks here take great pride in their work and in their community. People sometimes ask if I’ve heard what so-and-so is doing. It is amazing that the folks sharing the story often have as much pride in something as the person doing it. We support each other and take pride in others’ commitment to our city. This year’s Christmas season had such promise for new traditions downtown. Two weekends of rain and a snow storm put a damper on the celebra-
tion. Even so, the weather didn’t put a damper on Christmas. The luminaries and wreaths in Mountain Rest Cemetery were beautiful and the lights in Patriots Park were a joy to behold. I do hope the City continues these new traditions next year and that the weather cooperates. I hope to stroll along the streets of downtown, listen to carolers, greet passersby, and watch the horse drawn carriages travel through our historic neighborhoods. This tradition has the potential to add Kings Mountain as one of the “must see Christmas destinations” in
our area and continuing these activities will bring new visitors to our community every December. So, as the old year passes, pause to remember those we have lost and take a moment to remember those who supported you during the last year. Then, look to the new year as an opportunity to find ways to make your own mark in Kings Mountain. Whether you volunteer, write, work, create, promote, or just participate in community activities, you play a key role in Kings Mountain’s history and the success of our community.
A Happy New Year A Happy New ness on ChristYear is on the agenmas Eve. People da for most people. come and Arrive at 2020 people go in this alive. Another full life however be year of life will give open to buildyou the opportuing a couple of nity you desire to friendships with pursue happiness Glenn Mollette people that you and fulfillment. You Guest Editorial might visit with can’t achieve anyoccasionally. A thing in this world if you good life consists of havare dead. Think about ing some good people driving a bit slower, eatyou can talk to. ing healthier, some daily Have something to exercise and monitoring do. If you are going to your health. The reality of school, or working a job life is that at some time or raising a family you and in some way each have plenty to do. Some of our lives will end. Be people are trying to do mindful of health and all three and it’s more taking care of yourself in than enough. Everybody 2019. needs a constructive day. Make a couple of Have something that you friends in 2019. Too need to do. Have somemany close friends can thing to look forward to be a lot of work but too and something to occupy many Americans are isoyour time. You need to lated and lonely. My wife feel like your life counts and I spent almost two for something and it’s up hours visiting people in to you to make it count. a local nursing home on Create your life. Come Christmas Eve. I played up with something to do the violin for different that is meaningful to you. people in their rooms Be smart about your and then the dining money. Make some. Give room. Everyone was very some away. Save some quiet and no one seemed and spend some. You to have any visitors can’t take any of it with during our visit. I felt the you so you should try to heaviness of their lonelienjoy whatever income
you have. However, you might live longer than you think. A good friend of mine told me he would run out of money at age 90. He was 89 and concerned. He lived to 93. He had Social Security but his income dramatically dropped his last three years. We never know about our longevity but try to save and spend in balance. Seek wisdom. Pray, meditate, seek the wisdom of God and smart people. Make sure the people you consult know what they are talking about but listen and learn. We are never too old to learn. So dear reader, Happy New Year to you. May 2019 be the best year of your life. It won’t necessarily be easy or free from aggravation or pain but I hope you will have peace and joy throughout all the events and circumstances of your life. Keep this in mind, your happiness will begin and end in you. Happiness is in inside job and 2019 is now all before you.
Looking back By Loretta Cozart In the January 7, 1954 edition of the Herald, downtown merchants created an Appreciation Day “Treasure Chest.” Customers could come to town and get a ticket
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Happy New Year! Happy New Year! That greeting, so familiar this time of year, can bring many different Rev. Robert things to Patrick, III mind, dePastor pending on one’s Boyce Memorial AARP circumstances. For those excited for some new opportunity, hearing it may bring a sense of eagerness for what the new year may hold. For those facing uncertainty or hardship, it could bring a sense of foreboding. For others, the
year just ended may have been so difficult that there is a sense of relief in being reminded that it is finally over! The beginning of a new year does, for many in differing circumstances, represent the opportunity for a fresh start in life. We count down to midnight, make resolutions, and hope for a year filled with success. But, what really changes when the ball drops at midnight in New York City? Does the beginning of a new year change anything about us? Only our calendars change! In the first day of the new year, we are the same people, usually with the same
habits, the same problems, and the same opportunities, as we were on the last day of the old year. Given this reality, where is there hope for any of us that our habits, circumstances, and even our lives, might be changed? The LORD God offers this promise in 2 Corinthians 5:17: “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come.” The new year does not have power to change us, but Jesus Christ does! He offers new life! This change is not simply a matter of behavior modification based upon a self-willed resolution to “do better.” It is the promise of new, spiritual life that is also described in the Bible as
“abundant,” and “eternal.” All who receive salvation through faith in Jesus Christ are granted this new life in Him, with power to walk in newness of life, even in the midst of external circumstances that may be largely unchanged. Throughout this month, this column will explore what it means to receive new life through faith in Jesus. Are you eager, or even desperate, for your life to change? Are you exhausted by your circumstances, or frustrated that your New Year Resolutions are already broken? Do you long for a fresh start on life? The New Year didn’t change you. But Jesus Christ can. Lets explore new life in Christ together this month!
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Patrick Sr. Center Blood Drive Friday, Jan 18
Truly Blessed will be in concert at Westover Baptist Church on December 30, 2018 at 6:00 pm. Refreshments will be served after concert. Westover Baptist Church is location at 114 Westover Drive in Kings Mountain. Everyone is welcomed.
The Patrick Senior Center will be hosting a Red Cross Blood Drive on Friday, January 18, from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Join us and give the precious gift of life! Please call Karen Grigg at 704-734-0447 to make your life-saving appointment! Walk-ins are accepted.
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Fellowship & Faith
Church Service Directory Emmanuel Independent Baptist Church 102 Canterbury Road 704-730-7855
Grace Fellowship 144 West Mountain Street 704-481-8888
Faith Ablaze Church 1128 S. York Road 704-739-8496
Grace United Methodist Church 830 Church Street 704-739-6000
Faith Baptist Church 1009 Linwood Road Faith Holiness Church Hwy. 161/ Bessemer City Rd. 704-739-1997 Family Worship Center 1818 Shelby Road 704-739-7206
Christian Freedom Baptist Church 260 Range Rd. • Kings Mountain, NC KINGS MOUNTAIN 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
Calvary Way Holiness Church 1017 Second Street Pastor Clifton Morgan
Christ The King Catholic Church 714 Stone Street 704-487-7697
Dixon Presbyterian Church 602 Dixon School Road dixonpresbyterian.com
Carson Memorial Baptist Church 262 Sparrow Springs Road 704-739-2247
Connections Church 306 N. Piedmont Ave. 704-750-4972
East Gold Street Wesleyan Church 701 E. Gold Street 704-739-3215
Central United Methodist Church 113 S. Piedmont Avenue 704-739-2471
Arise Church 830 E. King St.
Cherokee St. Baptist Church 421 S. Cherokee Street 704-739-7697
Bethlehem Baptist Church 1017 Bethlehem Road 704-739-7487
Chestnut Ridge Baptist Church 618 Chestnut Ridge Road 704-739-4015
Boyce Memorial ARP Church Edgemont Drive 704-739-4917
Christian Freedom Southern Baptist Church 246 Range Road 704-739-4152
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Cornerstone Church Of God 202 Margrace Road 704-739-3773 Cornerstone Independent Baptist 107 Range Road 704-737-0477 Crowders Mountain Baptist 125 Mayberry Lane 704-739-0310 David Baptist Church 2300 David Baptist Church Road 704-739-4555
East Kings Mountain Church of God Hwy 161, Bessemer City/ KM Hwy. 704-739-7367
El Bethel United Methodist Church 122 El-bethel Road 704-739-9174
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American Legion Auxiliary shares joy at Christmas time stick together Lifesaver: To remind you of the many times you’ve been one Smarties: To give you wisdom in those split-second decisions Hersheys Kisses: To show our LOVE for you Thank you for all you do for our community. We appreciate you. With Love, American Legion Ladies Auxiliary The Kings Mountain’s Vietnam Veterans Group and the Veterans at the Patrick Senior Center will receive their goodies after the first of the year.
By Loretta Cozart During the holidays, the Kings Mountain’s American Legion Auxiliary Unit 155 shared Christmas joy with various groups in the community. Auxiliary Members collected hats, gloves and scarves for a “Warm Tree” at the Otis D. Green Post home on East Gold Street. DeAnn Burton and her husband Doug delivered the collected items to the Kings Mountain Crisis Assistance Ministry to be shared with people in need. On Christmas Eve, Deborah Hoyle and Pat Lemmon delivered gifts to twenty-two veterans living at White Oak Manor and Summit Place. Those veterans received lap rugs, lotion and kleenex. The knitted gifts were made by Deborah Hoyle. The week before Christmas, Auxiliary member Kathy Hambright delivered goodies in cups filled with candy to first responders. Members of the Auxiliary thanked fifty-five police officers and twenty-four fire fighters in Kings Mountain for their service to the community. Attached to each cup was an explanation for the type of candy included: Survival Kit: Tootsie Roll: For all the times you roll with the punches Peppermint Patty: Helping you keep your cool Lafft Taffy: To remind you laughter is a great stress reliever Mounds: For the mounds of COURAGE you show Gum: To help everyone
White Oak Manor Activity Assistant Holly Owen accepts gifts for veterans from Legion Auxiliary members Deborah Hoyle and Pat Lemmon, with her great-grandchildren Noah and Eli Thompson. (Photos provided)
Veteran Bud Medlin accepts his gift from Pat Lemmon and Deborah Hoyle.
Appetizers CAJUN APPETIZER MEATBALLS
Deborah Hoyle and Pat Lemmon greet Charles Bingman and deliver Christmas gifts to veterans at Summit Place.
1 lb. lean ground beef 1-1/2 teaspoons hot pepper sauce 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning 1 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce 1 Tbsp. dried parsley 1/4 cup finely chopped onion 1/4 cup fresh bread crumbs 1/4 cup milk 1 egg 1/2 cup barbeque sauce 1/2 cup peach preserves
• Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Lightly grease a medium baking sheet. • In a large bowl, mix thoroughly the ground beef, hot pepper sauce, Cajun seasoning, Worcestershire sauce, parsley, onion, bread crumbs, milk, and egg. • Form the mixture into golf ball sized meatballs and
place on the prepared baking sheet. Bake in preheated oven for 30 to 40 minutes, or until there is no pink left in the middle. • In a small bowl, combine the barbeque sauce and peach preserves. • When meatballs are done, place in a serving dish and cover with the barbeque sauce mixture. Toss to coat.
cookie sheet. • Slice one wheel of Brie cheese in half so you have 2 circles of cheese. Spread apricot or peach preserves on (the cut side) half of one circle of brie. Make sandwich out of the two
halves of Brie, so that the preserves are in the center of both halves. Wrap the entire wheel of Brie with one sheet of puffed pastry and flip the entire concoction onto the prepared cooking sheet so the seam is on bottom. Brush the puffed pastry with the egg white. • Bake for 30 minutes, or until the pastry in golden brown. Serve immediately.
heat until brown. Drain off fat. • Stir the black beans and the 1 cup salsa into the beef. Spoon half of the mixture over chips. Sprinkle with half the cheese. Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes or until cheese melts.
Remove from oven. Top with remaining chips, beef mixture, and cheese. Bake for 10 minutes more or until cheese melts. • Top with green onion, cilantro, jalapeno chile pepper, sour cream, and/ or additional salsa.
BRIE CHEESE APPETIZER A light, fluffy puff pastry, filled with melted Brie cheese and hot fruit preserves. 1 (8 ounce) wheel Brie cheese 3 tablespoons apricot preserves 1/2 (17.5 ounce) package frozen puff pastry, thawed 1 egg white • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Lightly grease a
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“Angels Say What? On December 23, children of First Presbyterian Church presented the Christmas play entitled “Angels Say What? The play was created by Nick Robertson, Anna Clark and Alisen Wells. It was arranged by Nick Robertson. The Christmas story was presented from the angel’s perspective.
As all of the angels gathered in Heaven, they discussed all of the good news that they had just told Mary, Joseph, the shepherds and wise men. Not only did they experience sharing the news of Jesus, but they learned what it meant to truly have a part in the greatest story ever told! Those who took part in the
play and their parts include: Jenna Putnam as Carol; Luke Howell as Gabriel; Mollie Nantz as Joy; Will Osburn as Hal’ Daniel Bullock as Lou; Parks Putnam as Star; James Welch as Harold; Rebecca Welch as Gloria and Natalie Osburn and Grayson Howell, soloists.
5 cups bite-sized tortilla chips 1 lb. ground beef 1 15-oz. can black beans or pinto beans, rinsed and drained 1 cup chunky salsa 2 cups shredded cheddar, Colby Jack, or Mexican cheese • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Arrange half of the tortilla chips on an 11- or 12-inch ovenproof platter or pizza pan; set aside. • In a large skillet cook ground beef over medium
Library News By Loretta Cozart In honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Mauney Memorial Library features four books written by him or members of his family. Dr. King had a gift for leadership and for communicating his vision. I often wonder what the world would be like today had he lived on. This January, as you plan your year, take a few minutes to be inspired to let his dream motivate you to catch his vision. King is best known for his quote, "I have a dream that my four little children will one day live in a nation where they will not be judged by the color of their
skin, but by the content of their character." His vision is what all parents want for their children, to be loved and respected for who they are and how they treat others. Check out these great reads on Dr. King: I Have a Dream, by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.; My Daddy, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., by Martin Luther King III; Martin Luther King, Jr., by V.P. Franklin; My Life with
Martin Luther King, Jr., by Coretta Scott King Upcoming Classes at the Library in January 2019: Adults Only Slow Flow Yoga Class - Wednesdays at 9 a.m. (NEW TIME). Come to the Library for a fresh yoga experience! Rhonda Waterhouse of Daisy Yoga Studio presents Slow Flow Yoga. Participants must be able to move from floor sitting position to standing. One-time registration required to acknowledge disclaimer. Frozen Science - Afternoon Adventures with Judy Ford, Children 6 12, Library Community
Room, Thursday, January 10, 2019, 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. Registration required. Business WorkshopStock Market Timing: Proof that it works! Library Community Room, Saturday, January 26, 2019, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 a.m. Stock expert Roger Reynolds will teach you to read stock charts, understand trends, and when to buy or sell. Registration required. The Library will be closed Saturday, January 19th through Monday, January 21st in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
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Donations for Hurricane relief were collected by W&B Trucking and delivered to families in Coastal areas of the state.
KM mourns death of police chief.
Folks enjoyed historic carriage rides at the Home for Christmas celebration.
GAME From Page 4A Jackson, Andrew Johnson, Michael Jordan, William Rufus King, Charles Kuralt, Meadowlark Lemon, Dolley Madison, Thelonious Monk, Edward R. Murrow, Richard Petty, James K. Polk, Charlie Rose, Carl Sandburg, Enos Slaughter, Dean Smith, James Taylor, and Thomas Wolfe. Not a bad list, I guess, though some of these folks are not as famous as they once were. If you are looking for a way to entertain guests at a New Year’s party, here is an idea: share the almanac list with
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your friends, give each a pencil and pad, and ask them to write down 10 people they think should be added to the list. Then have everybody share lists and explain their thinking. Here are some people who should be in contention: From history: Virginia Dare, the first child of English parents born in the new world. Blackbeard, the pirate Edward Teach. Daniel Boone, who spent much of his early life in North Carolina. Chang and Eng Bunker, the original Siamese twins. From music: Nina Simone, singer
The Grinch stole the Christmas parade but not the spirit of Christmas and songwriter Doc Watson, blind musician and songwriter. Earl Scruggs, bluegrass. Arthur Smith, country music performer and songwriter. From politics and public life: Josephus Daniels, founder of the News & Observer and secretary of the navy. Sam Ervin, U.S. senator. Jesse Helms, five-term U.S. senator. Jim Hunt, four-term North Carolina governor. Julius Chambers, revered civil rights lawyer. Erskine Bowles, chief of staff for President Bill Clinton.
Mick Mulvaney, who grew up in Charlotte, acting chief of staff for President Donald Trump, and William Barber, Goldsboro minister and national civil rights leader. From sports: Stephen Curry, NBA player. Jim Valvano, even more famous in death. Mike Krzyzewski and Roy Williams, rival Duke and UNC basketball coaches. Joe Gibbs, football coach and NASCAR team owner. Of course, you and your friends will have other candidates. If your group gets tired of com-
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Costner’s gift continues to bless Kings Mountain – now at Patriot Park
ing up with new names, give them the task of crossing out a number of people from the almanac’s list. For instance, most people would say they never heard of William Rufus King. They would suggest that his name come off the list. King was born in North Carolina in 1796. After he moved to Alabama, he was elected to the U.S. Senate and in 1852 was elected vice president. He died on April 18, 1853, after serving for only six weeks. King and future president James Buchanan, both unmarried, were close friends and lived together for many years.
From Page 4A special part for me was seeing all the volunteers that banded together to make Home for Christmas a wonderful success. Judy Ford took control with the help of city employees and committee members of Main Street. They proved they could get it done! People like Christina Martin, Mike Roper, Angela Padgett, Jackie Sibley Newton, Valerie Boyd, Suzanne Amos, Stuart Gilbert, Peggy
Susan Allen was elected chairwoman of Board of Commissioners.
Some historians suggest that they were more than friends. Will your friends keep King on the list? Whether they do or not, I wish you and them a happy, and informed, New Year. Henderson, Anne Gamble, Holly Black, Rocky Ford, and yes, a special thank you to Marie Jackson! I am glad, Marie that you had the opportunity and the guts to tell me NO! Hearing that the rides were already “SOLD OUT”, was so much better than having to put Dawn and I onboard the carriage ride by ourselves because of the lack of riders. Thank you to all who worked, volunteered and participated in making this year’s Home for Christmas festival a HUGE SUCCESS!
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2018 YEAR IN REVIEW
The Kings Mountain High School Blazer Band was one of six high school symphonic bands in the United States invited by the US Army Band to participate in the “President’s Cup” in Washington, DC.
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2018 graduation at Kings Mountain High School.
Service dogs are lifelines for several students at Kings Mountain High School. ‘’Lying in State’’ was a hilarious comedy presented by KM Little Theatre. Note the casket on stage for the dearly departed who was very much alive as the story unfolded on stage.
Chad Gunter Jr. beat the odds with Down Syndrome and graduated in the Class of 2018 at Kings Mountain High School.
Community Math Academy changes children’s lives.
Marie and David Brinkley present a check for $10,000 to the Kings Mountain Historical Museum in honor of the late Priscilla Mauney.
Mayor Scott Neisler administers the oath to newly-elected $100,00 State grant awarded for downtown development. Ward 1 council member Annie Thombs. Speaker Tim Moore made the presentation to the mayor and city council members.
Liberty Mountain cast in 5th season at Joy Performing Arts Theatre in Kings Mountain.
KM Rescue Squad celebrates 60th anniversary. This is a photo of former members.
Kings Mountain’s 4th of July celebration was a “Revolutionary 4th” RED, WHITE & BOOM event held at the Deal Street walking track. Thousands came out to celebrate America’s Independence Day.
Council members helped prepare sandbags for residents in event Hurricane Florence hit this area.
A large crowd turned out for Kings Mountain’s Great Pumpkin Halloween parade.
Belle Hollifield, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Aubrey Hollifield was crowned Kings Mountain High School Homecoming Queen for 2018.
Four arrested at Jail A Thon during Mountaineer Days See more photos on page 5B
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KM girls second in East tourney Kings Mountain High’s girls basketball team fell to 4A power Butler 64-24 in the championship game of the East Lincoln Winter Jam Saturday night at East Lincoln High School. The Lady Mountaineers were scheduled to resume Big South 3A Conference play last night at North Gaston.
KM 59, N. GASTON 28 The Lady Mountaineers advanced to the championship game with a 59-28 win over North Gaston Friday night. KM jumped out to a 26-14 halftime lead and extended it to 42-20 by the end of the third quarter. Hannah Clark led the scoring with 24 points. Freshman Aaliyah Byers and sophomore Kennedy Barnes added seven points each, with junior Essence Houser pitching in six points. North Gaston, playing without point guard Spencer Britton, was led by Grace Simmons with 10 points and Savannah Baldwin with eight.
KM 62, E. LINCOLN 52 Kings Mountain opened the tournament Thursday night with a 62-52 victory over host East Lincoln. Senior Hannah Clark led the Lady Mountaineers with 21 points and seven steals, and freshman Saniya Wilson added 15 points and five rebounds. Seniors Niya Kelly and Sarah Drennan added 10 points each. The KM ladies led 14-8 after the first period, 26-20 at intermission and 45-34 going into the final quarter. East Lincoln was led by Brianna Tadlock with 18 points and Katie Cox with 14.
Kings Mountain’s Kaylon Wade takes a slap to the face as he drives baseline against Hickory Grove. No foul was called. Photos by Gary Smart
KM Mountaineers sweep their own holiday tourney Kings Mountain’s Mountaineers broke open a close game in the third quarter and rolled to an 80-67 victory over Gaston Day Saturday in the championship game of the Cleveland County Holiday Tournament at Donald L. Parker Gymnasium. The Mountaineers scored the final five points of the first half – a three from the corner by Zeke Littlejohn and a lay-in at the buzzer by freshman Isaiah Tate – for a 33-28 lead at the break. The Mountaineers went on to lead 54-44 after the third period and then blew the game open in the fourth with great all-around play by the starters and reserves filling in for two starters in foul trouble. Littlejohn’s old-fashioned three put the Mountaineers up 56-44 early in the quarter. The Spartans rallied briefly, but Orlando Odums broke inside for four consecutive baskets to take the margin to 65-54 with 4:50 left and the lead stayed in double digits the rest of the way. Littlejohn scored 20 points and was named the tournament’s MVP. He was joined on the All-Tournament team by Melton, who scored his season high of 18 points despite missing most of the fourth period in
Titus Clark has his eye on the basket. foul trouble, and playmaker Kobe Paysour, who contributed 10 points and had a slew of assists. Eli Paysour, who also spent a lot of time on the pine in foul trouble, scored 12 points. KM (80) – K. Paysour 10, Tate 9, Littlejohn 20, E. Paysour 12, Melton 18, Odums 8, Wade 2. GD (67) – Belton 8, Hunter 3, Anderson 3, Clark
1, Scott 4, Crump 6, Collins 14, Adelekun 26.
KM 82, HICKORY GROVE 75 After building a 26-point lead at halftime, Kings Mountain’s Mountaineers found themselves holding off a red-hot Hickory Grove team in the final minutes for an 82-75 victory in Friday
KM sophomore Kobe Paysour on All-USA team terception for a school record 103 yards in a playoff win over Statesville, giving him 27 touchdowns overall. Paysour caught at least one touchdown pass in the Mountaineers’ first 13 games. He was kept short of the end zone in the last two playoff games but had receptions at the oneyard line to set up touchdowns for quarterback Kaylon Wade. Paysour had eight games with over 100 yards receiving, including a new school record 11 catches for 288 yards in a Big South 3A Conference win over Stuart Cramer. Paysour is already receiving offers from numerous major colleges
Smith scored only nine points in the first half as the Mountaineers blazed to a 50-24 lead. Even with Smith heating up with eight points in the third quarter, Kings Mountain still appeared unbeatable with a 64-43 lead going into the final eight minutes. With Littlejohn hitting several treys from the corner, See TOURNEY, Page 2B
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Kings Mountain Mountaineer sophomore Kobe Paysour last week was named to the USA Today High School All-USA North Carolina football team. Paysour smashed all of the school’s receiving records during the fall while helping lead the Mountaineers to a 15-3 overall record and second place in Western North Carolina. The Mountaineers lost to eventual state 3A champion Charlotte Catholic in the Western 3A Regional championship game. He hauled in 79 passes for 1,721 yards and 26 touchdown, all single season reception records, and to add icing to the cake returned a pass in-
night’s semi-final game. Hickory Groves’s AJ Smith scored 22 of his game-high 40 points in the fourth period as the visitors came within three points of the Mountaineers (78-75) with 30 seconds remaining. Zeke Littlejohn, who led the Mountaineers with 33 points, hit 4-of-4 free throws in the final 21 seconds to seal the deal.
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Wed., Jan. 2 4 p.m. – High school basketball, Kings Mountain at North Gaston (JV girls, JV boys, varsity girls, varsity boys). 5 p.m. – High school wrestling, Kings Mountain and East Lincoln at Lincolnton. Thurs., Jan. 3 4:15 – Middle school basketball, Crest at Kings Mountain. Fri., Jan. 4 4:30 – High school basketball, Hunter Huss at Kings Mountain (JV girls, JV boys, varsity girls, varsity boys). 5:30 – High school wrestling, Kings Mountain and Stuart Cramer at Ashbrook. Tues., Jan 8 4:15 – Middle school basketball, Kings Mountain at Lincolnton. 4:30 – High school basketball, Ashbrook at Kings Mountain (JV girls, JV boys, varsity girls, varsity boys).
Kings Mountain's Mountaineers won their own holiday tournament Saturday with an 80-67 win over Gaston Day at Parker Gym. They won earlier games over Australia and Hickory Grove.
Titus Clark makes a strong inside move for Kings Mountain in Friday’s game with Hickory John Harmon Melton grabs a rebound for Kings Mountain in Friday’s game with Hickory Grove. Grove. Photos by Gary Smart
Eli Paysour goes up for two against Australia.
Belton Pressley fires for two.
TOURNEY From Page 1B the home team had what appeared to be a very comfortable 77-59 lead with 3:28 remaining, but Smith launched several bombs over KM’s zone defense and got the difference to 10 points (77-67) following two free throws by Smith with two minutes left. On two straight KM trips down court, Smith stole the ball and went in for layups and all of a sudden it was 77-73. A Littlejohn free throw put KM up 78-73 before Smith hit one free throw and Jaelen Whitley two to cut the margin to 78-75 with 30 seconds left. Kings Mountain was able to hold onto the ball, forcing Hickory Grove to foul and Littlejohn hit nothing but the bottom of the net on 4-of-4 free throws to clinch the victory. KM (82) – K. Paysour 23, Tate 4, Littlejohn 33, E. Paysour 2, Melton 5, Clark 5,
Odums 4, Wade 5. HG (77) – Henderson 9, Whitley 7, Larson 9, Jackson 1, Smith 40, Owens 8. KM 65, AUSTRALIA 41 Kings Mountain opened play Thursday night with a 65-41 victory over Australia. The Mountaineers suffered early shooting woes but trailed only briefly at 5-4 early in the first period. From there the home team went on to lead 16-7 after the first quarter, 27-17 at halftime and 41-29 heading into the fourth quarter. Australia scored two quick baskets to open the final chapter and cut the score to 41-33 but Kings Mountain went on a 15-0 run to blow the game open. Eli Paysour got the run going with a basket and a free throw, and freshman Isaiah Tate broke loose for back-toback layups to increase the margin to 48-33 at the 5:56 mark. He followed that with a
trey from the corner to make it 51-33. Paysour slammed one home and Zeke Littlejohn popped a trey from the corner for a 56-33 lead with 5:06 remaining. Littlejohn finished with 23 points to lead all scorers, with 16 of them coming in the first half. Paysour, who took a hard fall in the opening minutes and sat out the rest of the first half, finished with 15 points and Tate added 10. Mountaineer coach Grayson Pierce worked all of his 13 players into the game, beginning early in the first period, and eight of them scored. KM (65) – Hughes 7, Tate 10, Littlejohn 21, E. Paysour 15, Melton 2, Odums 4, Wade 2, Pressley 2. A (41) – Mullin 6, Hopkins 6, Mitchell 7, Thompson, 7, Skehan 6, McGuirk 5, Spackman 2.
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Morgan wins golf match Ray Morgan won the Cleveland Seniors golf match at KMCC last week with a four-over-par 76 and a low net of 65 (76-11). Daryl Black was closest to the pin and Dub Martin sank the longest putt.
Shuffler sweeps seniors matches
James Parsons double teamed after getting rebound.
Doug Shuffler was the winner in Thursday’s Cleveland County Seniors golf outing at Cherokee National. Shuffler shot a 77 to take low gross, and won a playoff over Doug Shuffler and Tom Addis to take low net after all three finished with 69s. Shuffler shot a 77-8, Addis 82-13 and Rienhart 83-14. Shuffler won with a par on the first playoff hole (#12). Keith Lackey was closest to the hole on #17 and Roy Whitaker sank the longest putt on #18.
Kobe Paysour fires a three in Friday’s game with Hickory Grove. Photos by Gary Smart
Zeke Littlejohn goes up for two of his game-high 23 points against Australia.
John Harmon Melton looks to make a pass.
Kaylon Wade trapped inside by Australia.
Isaiah Tate fires a jumper from outside.
Kobe Paysour drives baseline.
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Four arrested at Jail-A-Thon On Saturday, three elected officials and one city employee were arrested on nefarious charges, placed in manacles, and hauled by paddywagon to the ‘Jail House' at Patriots Park during Mountaineer Days. The three elected officials arrested were Mayor Scott Neisler and Council members David Allen and Rodney Gordon. Each had to raise $200 bond within two hours. Due to rowdy behavior, Rodney Gordon had to raise additional bond money. Mayor Neisler implicated Karen Tucker who was subsequently arrested for "Impersonating the City Clerk." Tucker had to raise a $25.00 bond. All funds raised benefit the Kings Mountain Historical Museum's history education boxes that highlight local history in Kings Mountain schools. Sarah Lunch, Museum Director, and Curator commented,
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HOMECOMING QUEEN – Belle Hollifield, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Aubrey Hollifield was crowned Kings Mountain High School Homecoming Queen for 2018 at half-time of Friday night’s Homecoming football game at John Gamble Stadium. Photo by GARY SMART
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The three other classes attended the Homecoming football game and watched as the Mountaineers trounced Ashbrook. Sitting together at the 40-yard line, these alumni showed their Mountaineer pride wearing black and gold. The Class of 1973 held their reunion at the Kings Mountain Country Club, and 80 attended. At noon on Saturday, the class had a picnic at Lake Crawford, followed by the reunion later
of 1978 held their festivities at Deer Woods Farm in Bessemer City as 80 gathered for the celebration. After dinner, classmates danced to a DJ as others visited on the patio or gathered around the fire pit. Earlier in the day, classmates played a round of golf at the Kings Mountain Country Club. Class Treasurer Steve Laughter commented, "It was awesome getting together with our classmates
Mush, Music and Mutts
By Loretta Cozart
The Official State of North Carolina Fall Liver Mush Festival is this weekend Friday, Oct.19 and Saturday, Oct. 20, 2018 in Uptown Shelby around the historic Court Square! Yes, it's time for Mush, Music and Mutts to mark the wonders of fall in Shelby. Join in the fun with this traditional food festival that has something for everyone. Of course, there is Liver Mush to sample, with a variety of preparations and choices. There is a fall festival of children's activities on the Court Square with Uptown Shelby Association and volunteers offering crafts and fun activities for the kids. The festival is now two days and starts on Friday evening with the NC Brew Fest and Chili Cook-Off. Pet owners can appreciate See MUTTS, Page 6A
They’re back! And with no small amount of moxie and gusto, it should be noted! It was with much happiness and satisfaction that on Friday, Oct. 12, 2018 at 11:30 a.m., Cherryville Little Theatre board members and some CLT actors and staff, Cherryville city staff, Cherryville Council Cherryville Little Theatre Board President Wade Stroupe gladly cut the ribbon heralding the grand re-opening of members, Cherryville Main Street personnel, and well-wishers all came the Cherryville Little Theatre after its much-needed restoration. With him and Mayor H.L. Beam, III, are a pleth- out to celebrate the ribbon cutting and grand re-opening of the newly ora of city and council officials, Chamber and CMSP officials and representatives, and CLT staff and players. refabbed and reimagined CLT. (photos by MEP/The Eagle) See more THEATRE page 3A
Keystone Powdered Metals’ employees see PINK in Breast Cancer fight by MICHAEL E. POWELL Editor michael.cherryvilleeagle@gmail.com
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Both Terry L. Stutter, Keystone Powdered Metal Company’s Plant Manager, and Pam Crotts, Keystone Powdered Metal Company’s Human Resource Manager, take great pride in the fact their co-workers and staffs are seeing pink nowadays. They’re not alone. Their co-workers do too as was evidenced by what they did to honor those who fight the fight. So, in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month they and a number of their day and night shift employees donned pink tee-shirts to let all know
they’re a team when it comes to the fight to battle and hopefully find a cure for the disease. For plant manager Shutter it’s personal as his wife Donna is a breast cancer survivor. “My wife and I have been supporters of the Susan G. Komen Foundation for years,” said Shutter in a recent interview at the Keystone plant. “This is just another opportunity to come together and do this in out plant.” Crotts agreed, adding, “And we love the camaraderie due to the shirts.” Crotts, a Dallas native, has two kids and four grandchildren, said she was awed by
The day, or first, shift crew at Keystone Powdered Metals in their pink shirts they wore last week as part of their support for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. (photo by MEP/The Eagle) how the employees came together to do this. “We had one firstshift employee who even bought pink duct tape and duct-taped his work boots,
which are steel-toed for safety’s sake, to show how even tough items like that can be important in the fight against breast cancer!”, she noted.
the past. Shutter, who is from Pennsylvania, the home of Keystone Powdered Metals See more KEYSTONE page 4A
“Pride in Gaston Traveling Tour” builds community pride
A Community Revival “Together for the Gospel” is planned for October 25-28, 7:00 p.m. nightly for all ages. This will be a tent revival across from Bethware School (Kings Mountain). There will be a special children’s event on Saturday, October 27, from 3 - 6 p.m. at D id B ti t Ch h
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by DONNA LOCKETT Gaston Together
In the summer of 2000, Gaston Together began a program to enhance the awareness of Community Pride in Gaston County school children. By building on the study of the community in the third grade, Gaston Together worked with Gaston County Schools to develop the “Pride in Gaston TravSee more PRIDE page 7A
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Five young women were winners during the annual Miss Gastonia Scholarship Pageant, and they will represent the Gaston region in the 2019 Miss North Carolina competition. The winners were Miss Gastonia Brianna Rochford, Miss Gaston County Mandy Rogers, Miss Mount Holly Lindsey Woodward, Miss Gastonia’s Outstanding Teen Allie Stafford, and Miss Gaston County’s Outstanding Teen Jaylen Holt. They were crowned at the conclusion of the pageant, which was held on December 16 at Stuart W. Cramer High School. Here is information about each winner: ▪ Miss Gastonia Brianna Rochford is the 18-year-old daughter of Jim and Jacquie Rochford of Kings Mountain. A graduate of Kings Mountain High School, she is a student at Wingate University pursuing a degree in biology/pre-pharmacy. For the talent competition, she performed an Irish step dance. ▪ Miss Gaston County Mandy Rogers is the 21-year-old daughter of Mark and Mary Ann Rogers of Mooresville. She is a student at Vermont Technical College pursuing a degree in business management with plans to own her own business. For the talent competition, she presented “B,” a spoken word poem by Sarah Kay. ▪ Miss Mount Holly Lindsey Woodward is the 18-year-old daughter of Larry and Cynthia Woodward of Gastonia. An Ashbrook High School graduate, she is a student at Gaston College and plans to pursue a degree in dentistry. For the talent competition, she sang “Don’t Rain on My Parade.” ▪ Miss Gastonia’s Outstanding Teen Allie Stafford is the 16-year-old daughter of Tom and Michelle Stafford of Spruce Pine. She is a student at Mitchell High School and plans to pursue a college degree in dance. For the talent competition, she performed a contemporary dance to “953K.” ▪ Miss Gaston County’s Outstanding Teen Jaylen Holt is the 15-yearold daughter of Joey Randall and Rebecca Randall of Stanley. She is a student at East Lincoln High School and plans to attend UNC-Wilmington to major in marine biology or chemistry. For the talent competition, she sang “How Great Thou Art.” Nine contestants competed for the Miss Gastonia, Miss Gaston County, and Miss Mount Holly titles. Young women ages 18-25 who live, attend school, or work full-time in Gaston or surrounding counties (within a 50-mile radius of Gastonia) may enter the pageant. The Outstanding Teen portion of the pageant featured six contestants. The teen competition is for girls ages 13-17 from across the state – the teen contestants do not have to live in Gaston County. Jailah Pettis, 18, of Kings Mountain was the first runner-up and winner of the Etha Hawkins Bumgardner Congeniality Award. Also competing in the pageant were Destiny Franklin, Corey Shirah,
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Children’s Homes of Cleveland County receives donation from Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation
Hospice Cleveland County recently held their Holiday Prize Extravaganza at the Earl Scruggs Center in Shelby. Kristie Brooks of Shelby, was the winner of a diamond watch. Other prizes included: a Yeti cooler, fire pit, luggage set, 43” smart tv, kindle, WRX circular saw, dinner and wine tasting for 10 including limo ride, hot air ballon ride, overnight Biltmore escape, gift cards and other prizes.
L-R: Becky Brown, Hospice Board Chairman; Kristie Brooks, diamond watch winner; Myra McGinnis, Hospice CEO; Pam Sharts, Hospice Director of Marketing & Public Relations. Hospice Cleveland County would like to thank everyone for their support!
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Children’s Homes of Cleveland County has received $2,000 from the Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation to help provide for young people preparing for independence. Children’s Homes will use the gift to purchase groceries and supplies for the transitional apartments that will be opening in February for young people, age 18-21 who are moving out of foster care. Board Chair Justin Merritt says, “On behalf of the Board of Directors of Children’s Homes of Cleveland County, we are extremely grateful to Food Lion for their generous $2,000 Passage Place grant. This grant will allow the independent living apartments to be fully furnished with groceries and supplies when the homes are occupied. We simply could not achieve these goals without such strong support from our community partners. We truly appreciate this gift and know that it will have a positive impact on the lives of young adults in Cleveland County.” Established in 2001, the Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation provides financial support for programs and organizations dedicated to feeding the hungry in the communities it serves. Since its inception, the foundation has awarded more than $12 million in grants. About The Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation The Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation is the philanthropic arm of Food Lion, based in Salisbury, N.C. Established in 2001, the Food Lion Feeds Chari-
table Foundation provides financial support for programs and organizations dedicated to eliminating hunger. The charitable foundation has provided more than $12 million in grant funding helping to nourish communities with fresh food for backpack programs, Kids Café's, and other hunger-relief programs as well as funding for long-term programs to help shorten the lines at food banks. The charitable foundation partners with Feeding America, the nation's largest hunger-relief agency, in addition to local food agencies serving the 10 Southeastern and Mid-Atlantic states in which Food Lion operates. For more information, visit www.foodlion. com/in-our-community. About Food Lion Food Lion, based in Salisbury, N.C., since 1957, has more than 1,000 stores in 10 Southeastern and Mid-Atlantic states and employs more than 63,000 associates. By leveraging its longstanding heritage of low prices and convenient locations, Food Lion is working to own the easiest full shop grocery experience in the Southeast, anchored by a strong commitment to affordability, freshness and the communities it serves. Through Food Lion Feeds, the company has committed to provide 500 million meals to individuals and families in need by the end of 2020. Food Lion is a company of Ahold Delhaize USA, the U.S. division of Zaandam-based Royal Ahold Delhaize Group. For more information, visit www. foodlion.com.
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Smart Home Devices That Can Help Seniors Age-In-Place Dear Savvy Senior, I recently read an article about how “smart home” devices can help seniors with aging-in-place. What types of smart home products can you recommend that can help with this? Inquiring Senior Dear Inquiring, There are actually a wide variety of affordable smart home devices you can add to your home that can help make it safer and easier to live in as you age. Here’s what you should know. Smart Home Technologies While most Americans today use technology and enjoy the conveniences they provide, there are millions of seniors who still don’t have much use for it. But you don’t have to like technology or be tech savvy to benefit from the many different smart home automation devices that can help seniors age-in-place. Smart home devices can also give family members and caregivers the ability to electronically keep tabs on their elder loved one when they can’t be there, which provides peace-of-mind. If you’re interested in adding some smart
home products to your house, you need to know that these devices require home Wi-Fi, and for many of the products, you’ll need either a smartphone, tablet or voice-enabled assistant to operate them. Here are some popular aging-in-place smart home products to help you get started.
or tablet. These bulbs can also dim the lights and you can program them to turn on and off whenever you want.
Voice-enabled assistant: Popular products like the Amazon Echo (Amazon. com/echo), Google Assistant (Assistant.google.com) or Apple HomePod (Apple.com/homepod) will let you operate compatible smart home products with simple voice commands.
Video doorbell: Safety is also a concern for seniors who live alone. Smart doorbells like the Ring video doorbell (Ring.com) would allow you to see, hear and speak to someone at her door (via smartphone, tablet, Google smart displays, Amazon Echo Show or Spot) without having to open it.
These devices can also play your favorite music, read audiobooks, make calls, set timers and alarms, provide reminders for medications, appointments and other things, check traffic and weather, ask questions, and much more – all done by voice commands. Smart lights: Falls are common concerns among elderly seniors, which are often caused by fumbling around a dark room looking for a light switch. Smart light bulbs like the Philips Hue (MeetHue.com) can turn on and off the lights by voice command, smartphone
There are also smart electric plugs like the Wemo Mini (Wemo.com) that offer remote control automation for lamps, fans, or other electrical devices.
Stovetop shut-off: To help seniors prevent home cooking fires, stovetop shutoff devices like the IGuardStove (IGuardFire.com) uses motion sensors to turn off electric and gas stovetops when left unattended for a predetermined amount of time. It will also alert family members via text. Medication management: Seniors on a complex medication schedule can benefit from a smart medication tracking system like the PillDrill (PillDrill.com) that reminds you when pills are due,
tracks that you’ve taken them, and notifies loves ones. Home monitoring: Family members can keep tabs on older loved ones from afar with smart home video cameras like Lighthouse Al (Light.house/elderly-care) or a smart home sensor system like TruSense (MyTruSense.com). Other options: Some other helpful smart home products to consider include smart door locks like Kwikset Kevo (Kwikset.com), smart thermostats such as the Nest (Nest.com), and smart nightlights like Aladin (Domalys.com), which detects falls and alerts caregivers. The costs for most smart home products range anywhere from a few dollars to several hundred dollars and can be found in many local home improvement stores as well as online. Send your senior questions to: Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070, or visit SavvySenior.org. Jim Miller is a contributor to the NBC Today show and author of “The Savvy Senior” book.
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BOONE’S TREE EXPERTS. Trimming, Topping, Removal, Stump Grinding, Danger trees, Chipper and Bobcat work. Insured. Free Estimates. 828-429-4742, 828289-9756, (828) 980-8119
LARGEST TRAILER INVENTORY and Selection around. BEST prices, new 5x8 $725. Custom built welcome. 2k to 20 ton Utility, Cargo, Dump, Equipment, Livestock. J Johnson Sales, Forest City. (828) 245-5895 REFRIGERATORS, STOVES, WASHER, DRYERS. Discount prices. 1205 Earl Rd, Shelby, NC (704) 487-4443
WANT TO BUY LUXURY TYPEWRITER. In perfect condition. (BELMONT) (305) 304-3034 WANTED: OLD AND NEW AMMO. Reloading supplies. (828) 245-6756 WE BUY UNWANTED JUNK CARS. We will come to you. We pay cash on the spot. No titles needed. ID required. (803) 374-7545
PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS with Scratch Pads! Press Room Printing. 704482-2243. (704) 538-5788
WELL ESTABLISHED RESTAURANT/BUILDING for over 18 years, located in Shelby NC. Great cash flow, owner selling due to health reasons. Some owner financing available. (704) 473-1176
TRAILERS, LAWNMOWER TRAILERS, Flatbed Trailers, Enclosed Trailers, Horse and Cattle Trailers, Saddlery. Check our prices and quality before you buy. Bridges Riding Equipment. Boiling Springs, NC. (704) 434-6389
FOR SALE: DIESEL FUEL TANK. 200 gallon diesel fuel tank for sale as is and you haul. $200. (828) 755-4063 grousedog47@gmail.com
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FARM & GARDEN HORSE QUALITY HAY FOR SALE. 4x5 Round Bales in barn, price reduced $35 each. Fescue and Orchard grass. Rutherford County. 828-4293100. CATTLE QUALITY HAY FOR SALE. Round Bales $25. 704-538-9044, Night 704589-0032 LAWN & LEAF VACCUUM D&R Leaf Vacuum & mulcher. bought from Tractor Supply, paid $1100. Used one season. Other than leaf dust, looks like new. Attaches to mower but has it own motor as well. Dump bed. Sold house & downsized, don’t need anymore. $550 firm. (704) 4728842 QUALITY HORSE HAY. Organic fertile, mineral enriched, barn stored. $45 per large role. (704) 434-9104
2018 TRACKER BOAT. 17ft, camo paint, 60 hp Mercury motor. Call for details on taking up payment and pictures. Can be seen at 101 Lona Rd, Blacksburg, SC (704) 6061107
PETS & LIVESTOCK BLUE TICK PIT BULL. 1.5 years old. Shots UTD, neutered, house broken. Good natured, strong, good security dog. Free to good home only. Must check new owner and home for compatibility. (704) 408-6116 GOATS FOR SALE. “HERD REDUCTION” (6) Pregnant Does, (2) Adult Bucks, (3) Kid Bucks. Call Gene & Becky Leach, 828-245-7419 home# or 828-289-2868 cell#. Leave message. Forest City area. NINE GOOD MOMMA BORE GOATS FOR SALE. Retiring, selling out. Cash only. 828247-0913. AKC PUG PUPPIES. Shots and Wormed. 2 Males $600 each. Ready 12/7/18. (828) 413-3599
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3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH. Rent $725, Deposit $500, Application Fee $25. 704-472-3100, 124 Deer Meadow Lane, Lawndale, NC 28090 (704) 472-4666
HICKORY CREEK APARTMENTS FOR SENIORS (62 and older), disabled (50 and older). Shelby. Now taking applications for waiting list. EHO. 418 East Warren St., Shelby, NC 28150 (704) 487-6354
1 BEDROOM STUDIO APARTMENT. All utilities included with FREE cable/wifi, $225 week in Forest City. Call for more info. (828) 3820475
TOY AUSSIE DOODLES White male and blk male available 14 wks all shots and worming current (704) 308-1056 JLITTLEHORSE@ AOL.COM ANATOLIAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES. (4) beautiful, 8 weeks old, UTD on shots and wormer, 80-120lbs, registered. Imposing flock guardian of ancient lineage. Protective and territorial but also intelligent, patient and loyal. These are muscular and prized for their working and guard ability. $300. Call/text, 704-2970779. CKC POMERANIAN FEMALES. Be ready 01/19/19. Shots up to date. $500. Taking deposits. (704) 300-1988 COCK-A-POO PUPPIES FOR SALE. Parents on site, males and females, $350 each. $100 deposit (non-refundable). 828-305-2181. LIVESTOCK FOR SALE. Pure breed, Angus Bulls and Heifers. Jacob Fork Ranch. Call 704-538-1199. (704) 6007847
2016 FORD FOCUS 4 door, automatic, 7,235 miles, salvage history, $7000. 828223-0888 or 828-245-3718 2006 DODGE CARAVAN Automatic, 4 door, good condition! MUST SELL! $2500. Call 980-404-0328, or 704349-2770, or 704-949-7436.
CAMPERS 2005 TIFFIN ALLEGRO MOTOR HOME. 37ft Class A with 2 slides, excellent condition, under 32000 miles. Numerous upgrades and new parts, $45000 negotiable. (704) 7183765 dougsusant@gmail.com MAPLE RIDGE RV PARK CAMPGROUND Full Hook Up. 30/50 Amp Connections, Pet Friendly. Daily, Weekly, Monthly rates. Rutherfordton. 828-305-2909. WANT TO BUY. Pop-up campers. (828) 429-3935
MOTORCYCLES & ATVS 2006 YAMAHA RHINO 660. Green in color. Very good condition. $5750. (704) 473-1320
DOG KENNELS FOR SALE. Starting at $189.99. Size 10x20 $399.99 up. Other sizes are available. Call J Johnson Sales, Forest City. (828) 245-5895
ALUMINUM LOADING RAMPS. Heavy Duty with lock on straps, 2500lb capacity. Cost over $160, sell for $100. 704-692-4449.
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OCEAN LAKES 3 BEDROOMS, 2 BATHS. Washer/ dryer, gas grill, golf cart included. $1200 wk. (704) 4727145 OCEAN LAKES VACATION RENTALS. (1) 1678 STARFISH. 3 bedroom, washer/ dryer, large covered front porch. (2) 5525 TERN. 2 bedroom, 1 bath, washer/dryer. 704-473-6109. sheilaba@ bellsouth.net TWO BEACH HOUSES FOR RENT. One in Ocean Lakes, 2 bedroom, 2 bath, golf cart included. One in Ocean Side Village, Surfside. 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath. Real nice. Washer/dryer, golf cart included. Ocean view off back porch. (704) 434-9502 OCEAN LAKES MYRTLE BEACH. Cottage N34. 2 bedroom, 2 bath, den, kitchen, dining, covered deck, near country store. Call Dorcas, 803-718-2659 (803) 6359831
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19.5+ ACRES OF LAND. Located off Derby Dr in the Double Springs Community. Front acreage great farm land, back acreage possible logging opportunity, $5000/acre. Contact 704-472-2808 or 704472-7764 LAWNDALE AREA. Cleared 1.3 acre lot, water and septic, priced to sell. Owner will finance with low down payment. Call Bryant Realty, w w w. b r ya n t r e a l t y i n c .c o m (704) 567-9836 1/2 ACRE MOBILE HOME LOT and 3 acre Mobile Home lot. Both in Casar on paved street & county water. 704-538-1199. 214 Mace Rd, Casar, NC 28021 (704) 6007847
RUTHERFORD COUNTY 27.3 ACRES: 800’ OF FRONTAGE on Second Broad River, 900’ highway frontage, city water, creek, hardwoods, open fields, $130,000. Also, Lots for sale near Ellenboro, 1-18 acre tracts, level, wooded, paved road frontage. (864) 909-1035 EAST RUTHERFORD COUNTY. Off Hwy 120, Lots with water and septic. Owner will finance with low down payment. Call Bryant Realty, w w w.br yantrealt yinc.c om. (704) 567-9836
FOR RENT CLEVELAND COUNTY 3 BEDROOM, 2 FULL BATH. Kitchen, BR, full den, hardwood flooring, and fenced in back yard, appliances included, brick home, $1100 month or $1200 with cats or dogs. Serious inquires only. Call (704) 692-5337 MOBILE HOME FOR RENT. $400. Single Wide mobile home (12 x 60) in country setting. Senior discount, two bedroom one bath. Good credit report and deposit required. Located between Mooresboro and Boiling Springs. Paul Brumfield. Avail first of year. Mooresboro, NC 28114 (704) 313-7088 paulbrum@carolina.rr.com MOBILE HOMES & APARTMENTS. In Kings Mountain. Price starting at $100 per week. Call (704) 739-4417
OFFICE SPACES FOR RENT. Starting at $289. All utilities provided including WI-FI. Shared lobby and conference room. 2 bathrooms. Very High traffic area. 704472-3100, 801 South Lafayette St., Shelby, NC 28150 (704) 472-4666 NEWLY REMODELED 3BR, 2BA HOME with 2 Car Garage in Moss Lake Area Neighborhood. No indoor pets and Non-smoker preferred. $1050 Month. Deposit and References Required! Call 704-692-8190 or (704) 482-0441 SHELBY AREA (FREE HALF MONTH RENT). Duplex 2 bedroom 1 bath $525. Townhouse 2 bedroom 1.5 bath $600 -$625. (704) 953-3424
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NC ski resorts ready for a busy season on the slopes Cold weather has arrived to the North Carolina High Country and with it the coming of another great winter sports season. Here’s a list and overview of locations in our state where skiing and tubing draw hundreds of thousands of visitors each and every year. Applalachian Ski Mountain, Blowing Rock Email: info@appskimtn. com Phone: (828) 295-7828 Fax: (828) 295-3277 Reservations & Groups: (800) 322-2373 Appalachian Ski Mtn. is open for the 2018-19 Season, skiing and riding on eight slopes with a 10-18 base and peak season conditions over all open terrain. Remember Midnight Blast Nights are in effect Friday & Saturday Nights from Opening Day through March 17. The slopes are open continuously from 9am until Midnight on these nights. The Appal Jam Terrain Park is open with features for all abilities including two flat boxes, a flat rail, and a stepdown rail as well as various cat track features as the day progresses. Since all features will be set on-grade and will be either medium or small in size, a park pass will not be required to enter the Appal Jam Terrain Park currently. The Appaljack Terrain Park will be open for riding but will not have features set due to the base depth of the park. It will also not be groomed, offering riders a natural snow and terrain experience. Appalachian Ski Mtn. had its beginning December 4, 1968, when Grady Moretz and four other partners purchased the area from the Northwestern Bank at foreclosure at a public auction. Built six years earlier by Mr. M.E. Thalheimer of Selma, Alabama, the ski area was known as Blowing Rock Ski Lodge, Inc. Blowing Rock Ski Lodge was a public, stock owned company and first opened in the winter of 196263. It was the first ski area in Northwestern North Carolina and the second oldest ski area in the State, Cataloochee having opened the previous winter. Originally the area consisted of a 12,000 square foot base lodge and three slopes serviced by two rope tows and a T-bar. Appalachian Ski Mtn. has expanded to twelve slopes
tain Adaptive Snowsports Center for kids and adults with disabilities. Mark your calendar: Family Night – New Year’s Eve Celebration: Dec. 31, 2018, Winterfest Beer Festival: Jan. 5, 2019. This winter, the mountain has upped the ante with two brand-new chairlifts, multiple snowmaking upgrades, and new slope lighting. In response to increased visitation over the last few seasons, the updated chairlifts will decrease time spent reaching the top of the mountain, increase the total number of skiers and snowboarders to summit, and increase overall riding comfort. One of the main lifts that has been replaced, lift five, which ascends to the 5,506foot summit and was originally built in 1987, will now offer 144 chairs with a sixand-a-half-minute travel time accommodating 2,400 people per hour. Previously a double chair lift, the second of the two main lifts on the mountain, lift six, has now been switched to a quad chair lift. Also making the trip to 5,506 feet, lift six now features 106 chairs offering a six-and-a-half-minute travel time with a capacity of 2,000 people per hour. Other upgrades include more than 2,500 feet in snowmaking line and additional snowmaking machines. To top it all off, over 100 brand new LED slope lights will guide skiers and snowboarders as they descend the front side of the mountain. Cataloochee Ski Area Ski area 1080 Ski Lodge Road, Maggie Valley, NC. Tube World 4721 Soco Road, Maggie Valley. 8 2 8 . 9 2 6 . 0 2 8 5 , 800.768.0285 Cataloochee Ski Area has 50 acres of skiable terrain with 18 slopes and trails (44% beginner, 39% intermediate and 17% advanced to expert) and one freestyle terrain park. Peak elevation: 5,400 feet. Vertical drop: 740 feet. Longest run: 3,500 feet (Upper and Lower Snowbird). Lifts include a double, a triple and a quad. Area offers interscholastic and NASTAR recreational race programs. Nearby Tube World features a 6-run tubing park and a Wee Bowl Snowplay Area. The Cataloochee Snow School includes an adaptive ski program for adults and children with disabilities. Slopes and trails
two trails (one beginner, one intermediate) and a 500-foot tube park. Peak elevation: 3,780 feet. Vertical drop: 200 feet. Longest run: 1,600 feet. There’s a quad lift for the main run. Come discover the fun of skiing or boarding and enjoy the slopes at Ski Sapphire Valley Ski Resort in If you have ever wanted to experience snow skiing or snow boarding but never had the opportunity, here is your chance at one of the most southern ski areas in the US. Sapphire Valley North Carolina boasts a Norman Rockwell like setting perfect for families looking for a safe, relaxing ski vacation. Sapphire Valley is nestled in one of the most scenic corners of the Blue Ridge mountains, and is the closest resort to Atlanta offering big city residents their quickest chance for winter mountain getaway. Sapphire Valley’s ski area consists of a 1600 foot main run with a vertical drop of 200 feet, complete with a state-ofthe-art quad-lift, a learning center slope and a multiple lane tube park. The Four Seasons Grille is conveniently located at the bottom of the slope serving appetizers, lite fare, sandwiches and dinner entrees and includes a ski clothing retail shop with ski clothing rentals. The small footprint allows families to ski together all day, regardless of skill level, and provides an ideal location [Frozen Falls Tube Park] for beginners to take their first turns in an encouraging atmosphere. You’ll find one of the most economical ski experiences in the region at Sapphire Valley, with a reasonably priced lift-ticket that includes rental equipment. Beginners are given a priority at Sapphire with top-notch instruction and on-the-mountain guidance from professional instructors. Sapphire Valley has the perfect slope for building confidence on the mountain. Sugar Mountain Resort 1009 Sugar Mountain Drive Sugar Mountain, NC 28604 828-898-4521 800-Sugar-MT (784-2768) Sugar Mountain has 125 acres of skiable area with 21 slopes and trails (seven beginner, 11 intermediate, three advanced), a tubing park and ice skating rink. Sugar Moun-
Photos courtesy NC Dept. of Travel and Tourism session runs from 9:00 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. The half-day shift begins at 12:30 p.m. and ends at 4:30 p.m. A brand new, major slope runs from here all the way down to Easy Street. From there, Upper and Lower Flying Mile whisk you to the base lodge to complete that mile-and-a-half run. On the way, Sugar Slalom lies off to the right and the mountain’s surface lift-served terrain park veers off left. Expert options start at the top, too. Go left from the summit lifts, where Tom Terrific and Boulder Dash plummet off the face. Take a right, slide through the “Experts’ Only” gate (if you dare)-and plunge down Sugar’s steepest, longest drop-North Carolina’s only double black diamond-WhoopDeDoo. Across the lower mountain, intermediate Big Birch is a nice warmup with its own triple chairlift. Real beginners have a conveyor lift beside the ski and snowboard school, another of Sugar’s strong points. Easy Street is an entire separate area of beginner slopes with its own double chairlift. Higher up at mid-mountain, the rolling cruiser, intermediate Big Red, is also set off with a separate double chair. Sugar’s festively-lit lodge has everything in one place, including a cafeteria, lounge, ski rentals and the Sugar Mountain Winter Sports Shop. The lodge also offers the mountain’s guided snowshoe hikes for adults and kids, the only such offering in the Boone area. This newly popular outdoor activity is perfect for the family. Snowshoes are included in the fee. Sugar Mountain also offers tubing, ice skating, and an annex of its winter sports shop, all near parking lot D, site of the summer golf course. Wolf Ridge Ski Resort 578 Valley View Circle Mars Hill, NC 28754 800.817.4111 828.689.4111
including two terrain parks serviced by one double chairlift, two quad chairlifts, two conveyor lifts (new in 2010) and one handle-pull lift. The base lodge now covers 46,000 square feet, is smoke free, and has complimentary WIFI in the restaurant. Beech Mountain 1007 Beech Mountain Pkwy Beech Mountain, NC 28604 info@skibeech.com Toll Free: 1-800-438-2093 Local: 1-828-387-2011 Beech Mountain boasts 95 acres of skiable terrain with 17 slopes and trails (three beginner, seven intermediate, four advanced, two freestyle terrain area) and a 700-foot long tubing park. Peak elevation: 5,506 feet – higher than any slope in the East. Vertical drop: 830 feet. Longest run: 1 mile. Lifts include four doubles, a quad and a high-speed quad with a panoramic vista. With a village ice rink and the Beech Moun-
Expert: Upper Omigosh 1000 ft. Alley Cat 900 ft. Cat Cage Terrain Park Intermediate: Lower Omigosh 1800 ft. Rock Island Run 1200 ft. Upper Snowbird 1600 ft. Lower Snowbird 1900 ft. Short ‘n Sweet 550 ft. Richard’s Run 550 ft. Wild Cat Glade 550 ft. Beginner: Over Easy 400 ft. Rabbit Hill 600 ft. Easy Way 600 ft. Turkey Trot 1200 ft. Upper Turkey Trot 400 ft. Upper Over Easy 400 ft. Wolf Creek Hollow Beginner’s Luck All slopes have lights for night use. Sapphire Valley 127 Cherokee Trail, Sapphire Valley, NC 28774 Email: vistus@sapphirevalley.com Phone: 828-743-7663 Web Info: 828-619-0097 Sapphire Valley has 8 acres of skiable terrain with
tain also revamped its experience with new groomers and snow-making machines, new rental equipment and a larger sports shop. Peak elevation: 5,300 feet. Vertical drop: 1,200 feet. Longest run: 1.5 miles. Lifts include four doubles and one triple. Sugar Mountain also offers a 700-foot, multilane tube run; ice skating; guided snowshoe tour; and public racing program. Mark your calendar: SugarFest: Dec. 7-8, 2018, New Year’s Celebration: Dec. 31, 2018, 24th Annual National Winter Trails Day: Jan. 6, 2019. For 2018, Sugar Mountain Ski Resort launched its 49th season. The Summit Express is open and runs to the mountain’s peak. It services the Northridge, Switchback, Upper and Lower Flying Mile slopes. The Magic Carpet area and lift are open for beginner’s and first-timers. Skiers and snowboarders can expect a six to thirty inch base on a manmade powder and frozen-granular surface. The full-day
Wolf Ridge Ski Resort offers 72 acres of skiable terrain with 15 slopes and trails (four beginner, nine intermediate, two advanced), a terrain park and a tube run. Peak elevation: 4,700 feet. Vertical drop: 700 feet. Longest run: 3,700 feet. Lifts include one quad, one double and two surface lifts. Located in the beautiful Wolf Laurel Community, in 1969 the resort officially opened as Wolf Laurel Ski Area. At the time, the resort only had a tow rope and two runs. In 1992 Orville English acquired the property and is still the current owner of the slopes; with this new leadership the mountain saw a lot
of changes. Additional slopes were added increasing the skiable terrain. A mid-station was also added to the quad chairlift opening up new terrain for beginner and mid-level skiers. The lodge also saw renovations during this time period with the addition of our rental shop, cafeteria style grill, group sales office, and walk up ticket windows. The Snow Sports School cabin was added to give guests the ability to access ski school right at the base of the mountain. Throughout the years the snow making and grooming capabilities grew to a total of 130 snow guns on the mountain and two modern groomers. Currently the latest improvements have been the addition of 15 new snow guns, expansion of the parking area and of the Wolf Cub slope which allows additional learning space for beginners. The rustic lodge at Wolf Ridge overlooks the slopes and offers guests three stone fireplaces to warm up by and has a large viewing area of the slopes. The gift shop has the latest offerings of items needed to ensure a great day on the slopes which include googles,gloves, face masks and souvenirs to take home and remember your adventure at the Wolf. The cafeteria style grill offers breakfast, lunch and dinner options to make sure you have the fuel needed to ride the slopes. The rental shop is designed to get you through the process of renting your gear as fast and efficiently as possible. The group sales office consists of a team that can assist in getting your group of 15 people or more booked and on the slopes where all can share a memorable experience. The Snow Sports School is a perfect way to start your adventure and love of the sport. The School offers ski and snowboard private lessons as young as five years of age and group lessons from ages 8 and up. The tube run; located just a half mile from the slopes, is fun for all ages and is a great way for young and old alike to play in the snow. Hawksnest Resort 2058 Skyland Drive, Seven Devils, NC 28604 828-963-6561 info@hawksnesttubing.com Hawksnest Resort is a family-friendly winter area that’s home to the largest snow tubing park on the East Coast, as well as the longest zip line tour in the nation. The tubing park is comprised of four areas and 30 lighted lanes ranging from 400 to 1,000 feet in length. The zip line course features 20 cables covering more than four miles and is open year-round. Hawksnest Snow Tubing Park is located in Watauga and Avery County and accessible
by NC Highway 105. Please check road conditions before traveling to ensure safe travel by calling the resort. Tickets available online until midnight the day before each tubing session. Day-of tickets are available on a first come, first served basis. Enjoy a fun day of snow tubing with your whole family. With a wide array of terrain, Hawksnest offers fun experiences for everyone, from the novices to the experienced tubers. Glide down the North Carolina mountains and make lasting memories. Buy your tickets now to reserve your space. Each snow tubing session has a limited amount of tickets available, so it is recommended to buy now to avoid any disappointments. Please keep in mind some sessions sell out quickly. Just pick the date of your trip, how many tickets you need, and pick a session time. After purchasing your tickets, you receive a confirmation email, which you need to present at the ticket window. Parking fee charged weekends and holidays. Holiday Dates (2018/2019) Dec 20-Jan 4, Jan 20 & 21, Feb 17 & 18. Closed Christmas Day. Hawksnest offers $3 off per person if you are serving or have served in the military, or are an immediate family member of military personnel. Must bring valid ID. Thank you for your service. Jonas Ridge Snow Tubing NC Highway 181 South Jonas Ridge, NC 28641 828-733-4155 info@jonasridgesnowtube. com http://www.jonasridgesnowtube.com Jonas Ridge Snow Tubing Park is in its 10th season of providing a safe and fun atmosphere for families to create or relive memories here in the high country. Jonas Ridge has 6 snow tube lanes to choose from and they go from slow to very steep and fast for the more daring snow tuber. The number one goal at Jonas Ridge Snow Tube is safety, safety, and safety. Jonas Ridge has staff at the top and the bottom of the slope and even show you a preliminary safety video to help tubers be aware of what could happen if you are not paying attention. All children 6 and under must be accompanied by an adult at all times during their two hour session; there will be no exceptions. Jonas Ridge has upgraded its slope to make it easier to get to the top with a conveyor belt or “Magic Carpet” as some might call it. This ensures a safe ride to the top and more energy to have fun during your two hour session.