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Makenzie is a spunky Rutherford County three-year-old who loves Bluey and JJ, plus singing and “directing” music, said those close to her. She loves to play. So when she arrived at the Kidsenses InterACTIVE Children’s Museum in Rutherfordton recently, she immediately began grocery shopping, a favorite among many children. Choosing veggies, steaks, milk and other things off the shelves, Makenzie placed them in a cart and rolled them to the check-out line. She giggled a lot while choosing her groceries. Makenzie is limited to her playtimes and can’t be around other children, so KidSenses opened the museum just so she could enjoy the games and activities as other children do. Makenzie was diagnosed with progressive familial intrahepatic cholestasis type 2 (PFIC2) at eight months old. It is a rare genetic disorder that impairs bile flow from the liver, leading to progressive liver disease. It’s characterized by severe itching, jaundice, and failure to thrive. While she has struggled multiple times in the past with failure to thrive, she is currently holding her own while gaining both weight and height. Just recently, she was approved as a candidate and placed on the wait list for a liver transplant. While waiting for a liver, her little body continues to struggle.

Makenzie was recently diagnosed with Hepatic Encephalopathy, which is affecting her brain. Doctors at Atrium Levine’s Children’s Hospital in Charlotte recommended a life-saving liver transplant. Local volunteers are raising an estimated $50,000 for

along with other family and team members and discussed Makenzie’s dire need for a transplant. Ford and other organizations across the County are sponsoring fundraisers to help pay the $50,000 cost of lifelong medicines. “As we wait for that day, (transplant) her little body continues to struggle processing bile, resulting in insatiable itching and discomfort, protein deficiency, and severely extended abdomen,” said Ford. Makenzie’s family is working to organize volunteers who are needed to help with fundraising efforts. Visit Judith.ford@ rutherfordcountync.gov to get involved. For more information, visit: https://cota.org/ cotaforteammakenzie In addition to time and gifts, this family really needs prayers. If you can sell event tickets, find auction items, put a coin canister in a workplace, organize a fundraising event at church, collect used cell phones...then Team Makenzie, the spunky three-year-old. Makenzie can use your help. Children’s Organ Transplant Bethany Baptist Church is Association (COTA) in honor of hosting a golf tournament to Team Makenzie to assist with raise money for Team Makenzie transplant-related expenses on November 15. Call Donnie throughout her lifetime. Millwood at 828-223-1680 for Judy Ford, Campaign more information and to play Coordinator, with Children’s golf. Organ Transplant Association for Contact Campaign Team Makenzie, accompanied Coordinator Ford at 828-287Makenzie to the museum, 6322, 828-447-7421.

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The Rutherford County Visual Artists Guild ( R C V A G ) recently held their annual art show, Celebration of the Arts, during the Hilltop Fall

Festival. A reception afterwards celebrated the winners of the show. The show was a wonderful success with amazingly talented artists from the area. RCVAG is a passionate community of artists, crafters, and volunteers who are celebrating and promoting visual arts in Rutherford County. Whether you are an experienced artist or simply someone with an appreciation for art, we extend a warm invitation to you to become a part of our Guild. By joining us, you will become a vital supporter of the thriving and ever-expanding arts community right here in Rutherford County. In 2009, RCVAG proudly opened the Visual Artists Center on Main Street in

Suzanne Camarta, former owner and founder of the Gallery at Flat Rock, judged the entries.

Rutherfordton. This creative hub houses a captivating gallery showcasing local arts and crafts, a delightful gift shop, and an art studio, providing a space where creativity knows no bounds. Additionally, The Guild hosts an exciting array of workshops and classes tailored to all ages and skill levels. The Guild is committed to growth and expansion and always on the lookout for fresh talent, welcoming both new members and artists to join in their mission of sharing the love, appreciation, and passion for art in our community. The Guild is located at 160 North Main Street in Rutherfordton. You can find more information by visiting rcartguild.com, emailing rcvartg@gmail.com or by calling 828-288-5009. Article Provided By: Terri Doyle

Winners that attended the reception (left to right): Bernard Edwards- 3D category, 1st and 3rd place, Irena Kelso- Best of Show, Tom Phelps- 2D category, 3rd place, Katherine Doyle- 2D category, Merit, and Chris Bucy- 3D category, 2nd place. Not pictured: Charlie King- 3D category, Merit, Wendy Bandariz- 2D category, 1st place and Karen Tandy- 2D category, 2nd place.

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Senior Tar Heel Legislature delegate Clark Poole speaks at Rutherford County Senior Center Concentrating on fewer resolutions and increasing ways for senior adults to share needs and ideas with their state representatives were two take-aways from last week’s meeting of the Senior Tar Heel Legislature (STHL) according to local delegate Clark Poole. Poole met with local seniors at the Rutherford County Senior Center. The STHL meet three times a year to listen to areas of concern. He said STHL delegates will meet with senior center participants and make sure state legislators “hear from you.” The best times Clark Poole to work with legislators is when committees are meeting and decisions are made about which bills get to the house or senate. A goal is for more communication between representatives and senior center participants. In January participants will be given stationery to write about their concerns and the letters will be given to state representatives. Poole said he would like there to be no waiting list for Meals on Wheels and that anyone wanting to come to the senior center have a way to get there. He reminded participants that they are still making contributions to communities and society and should not become a silent majority. “Let me know about your concerns. I will report your concerns” Poole said. He had high praise for the local senior center, saying it gives senior adults time to share things they have in common. He concluded by stating that it is time to look at what is next for senior adults and what happens in the next 20 years at the senior center. Article Provided By: Pat Nanney

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East Rutherford High School Class of 62 Reunion Held Director- Faye Nichols, DJ- Johnnie Adkins, Assistant Director- Jerre Foster.

The East Rutherford High School Class of 62 recently celebrated their class reunion. They have had 25 reunions since graduation. During the 1962-1963 school years three schools consolidated: Sunshine, Ellenboro and Cool Springs. Article Provided By: Johnnie Adkins

Front Row (left to right): Sudandra Ratnasamy, CEO, Jennifer Robbins, PMHNP-BC, Dr. Mathukutty Joseph, Chief of Psychiatry, Jimmy Dancy, Mayor of Rutherfordton, Cindy Cobb, Executive Director of the Chamber of Commerce. Back Row (left to right): Wanda Bates, Therapist, Kira Ensley, IOP Coordinator, Thomas Snyder, Therapist, Allen Clayton, CFO, Terri Robinson, Director of Behavioral Health Services, Jamie Hill, CNO.

commitment to addressing critical needs in our community,” said Sudandra Ratnasamy, CEO of Rutherford Regional Health System. “Mental health remains one of the most significant health disparities in our community, and increasing access to quality behavioral health services is essential. By offering accessible, evidence-based care, we’re helping patients find the support they need close to home.” Rutherford Regional’s Intensive Outpatient Program offers structured, evidence-based treatment for adults ages 18 and older who need more support than traditional outpatient therapy or medication management alone. The program serves individuals stepping down from inpatient behavioral health care or those seeking treatment through outpatient services for the first time. “This program is designed to help patients regain stability, build coping skills, and move forward in their recovery journey,” said Dr. Joseph, the Chief of Psychiatry at Rutherford Regional Medical Center. “We work closely with each patient to develop a personalized treatment plan that supports their long-term wellness.” For more information about Rutherford Regional’s Intensive Outpatient Program, visit MyRutherfordRegional.com/ Dr. Joseph, Chief of Psychiatry behavioral-health or call 828.286.5000 ext. 4240. About Rutherford Regional Health System: Rutherford Regional Health System, part of Duke Lifepoint Healthcare, is a 143-bed acute care facility that offers a broad array of inpatient and outpatient care. Rutherford Regional is dedicated to providing patients with a wide range of services to meet their healthcare needs across more than 23 medical specialties. For more information or to connect with Rutherford Regional, visit MyRutherfordRegional. Jennifer Robbins, PMHNP-BC & com. Article Provided By: Brianna Wilson Dr. Joseph, Chief of Psychiatry

Rutherford Regional Health System hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), which provides expanded behavioral health services for our community. Members of the community, the Rutherford County Chamber of Commerce, and the Town of Rutherfordton Mayor, Jimmy Dancy, joined hospital leadership and staff to welcome this important program. Although the IOP has been serving patients for nearly a year, the original celebration was postponed due to Hurricane Helene. The event provided a meaningful opportunity to recognize the program’s impact over the past year, highlight available services, and strengthen partnerships with community leaders and organizations. “Grounded in our mission of making communities healthier, this program demonstrates our ongoing

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The Griffiths Rutherford Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution is selling wreaths for $17. You may pick up your wreath to place on your veteran’s grave or donate to have it placed at 10am, December 13 at the Rutherford County Cemetery. The memorial service will take place at 12 noon. Visit www. wreathsacrossamerica. org/NO0928, contact The Genealogical society of Old Tryon located on Doggett Road, Forest City, or call 828247-8700. The deadline to order is

November 20th. Wreaths Across America Story Morrill Worcester of Harrington, Maine, was a 12-year-old paperboy when he won a trip to Washington, D.C. He will never forget his first trip to our nation’s capital, and Arlington National Cemetery made an indelible impression on him. This experience followed him throughout his life and successful career as a wreath maker, reminding him that his good fortune was due, in large part, to the values of this nation and the veterans who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country. In 1992, Mr. Worcester had a surplus of wreaths nearing the end of the holiday season. Remembering his boyhood experience at Arlington, Worcester realized he had an opportunity to honor our country’s veterans. With the aid of former Maine Senator Olympia Snowe, arrangements were made for the wreaths to be placed at

Arlington in one of the older sections of the cemetery that had been receiving fewer visitors with each passing year. Several other individuals and organizations stepped up to help as plans were underway. Blue Bird Ranch, Inc. generously provided transportation to Virginia. Volunteers from the local American Legion and V.F.W. Posts gathered with community members to adorn each wreath with traditional red, hand-tied bows. Members of the Maine State Society of Washington, D.C., helped to organize the wreath laying, which included a special ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. The annual tribute went on quietly until 2005, when a photo of the stones at Arlington, adorned with wreaths and covered in snow, circulated the web. Suddenly, the project received national attention. Thousands of requests poured in from people wanting

to help with Arlington, to emulate the Arlington project at their National and State cemeteries, or to share their stories and thank Worcester for honoring our nation’s heroes. Unable to donate thousands of wreaths to each state, Worcester sent seven wreaths to every state, one for each military branch and one for P.O.W./M.I.A. In 2006, with the help of the Civil Air Patrol and other civic organizations, simultaneous wreath-laying ceremonies were held at over 150 locations nationwide. In 2007, the Worcester family, along with veterans and other groups and individuals who had helped with their annual veterans wreath ceremony in Arlington, formed Wreaths Across America, a non-profit 501c(3) organization, to continue and expand this effort, and support other groups around the country who wanted to do the same. The yearlong mission of the organization is simple:

REMEMBER the fallen. HONOR those who serve. TEACH the next generation the value of freedom. In 2023, Wreaths Across America and its national network of volunteers placed over 3 million veterans’ wreaths at 4,225 participating locations in the United States and beyond. This feat was accomplished with help from three million plus volunteers

across the country, a third of whom were children. Wreaths Across America would not be possible without the help of volunteers, active organizations, and the generosity of the transportation industry, which offer invaluable support to WAA’s mission. For more info visit www. wreathsacrossamerica.org. Article Compiled By: Jan B. Cook

North Carolina’s best in dairy recognized at Got to Be NC Dairy Competition Fourteen North Carolina dairies entered more than 48 milk and cheese products in the 2025 Got to Be NC Dairy Competition, sponsored by the N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. “North Carolina’s dairy farmers take pride in producing quality milk and cheese for our state,” said Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler. “The Got to Be NC Dairy Competition highlights the hard work that goes into the dairy products made in North Carolina. Supporting local dairy means supporting North Carolina farm families and the future of agriculture.” Milk winners include: • Big Bottom Milk Company of Forest City received Best Non-Homogenized Flavored Milk for its peaches and cream flavor. • Homeland Creamery of Julian, which received top honors in six categories, including Best Homogenized Buttermilk, Best Homogenized Whole Milk, Best Homogenized Low-Fat

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garlic and herb marinated goat cheese. • Chapel Hill Creamery of Chapel Hill received Best American Inspirational Cheese for its calvander, an Asiago-inspired cow’s milk cheese. Judges for the 2025 competition included Dr. MaryAnne Drake, William Neal Reynolds distinguished professor at North Carolina State University and director of the Southeast Dairy Foods Research Center; Dr. Yaozheng Liu, postdoctoral researcher; Samantha Pittounicos, certified cheese professional with Whole Foods Market; and Stevie Webb, owner of Wedgewood Cheese Bar in Carrboro. “The Got to Be NC Dairy Competition is a great opportunity for North Carolina dairy producers to showcase their products,” Drake said . “I encourage everyone to buy local and see what North Carolina’s dairy industry has to offer.” Got to Be NC is the official statewide marketing program of the N.C. Department of

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by their wives or girlfriends. The court system had found they needed to meet with a counselor and talk about the crimes they had committed, the violence, the injuries, the fear they had inspired, the emotional damage of dreams broken on their fists and kicks and worse. The hope was the meetings would help. The guy leading the group wanted them to talk about their daddies. Some had no memory of ever seeing their daddies, but others had horror stories to tell, the kinds of stories that curl your hair and make you wish somebody would change the subject. These men had learned violence in a boot camp run by their daddies. Finally the guy running the group asked, “How did you know he loved you?” The silence that gripped the room felt like night, deep night, late night, a night without crickets. They looked at each other with sad eyes and hard memories. One of them finally spoke. Sandy haired, skinny, a few pock marks on his face, he did not look dangerous or scary at all. Very quietly without any drama, he simply said, “He did buy me a candy bar once.” Nobody else offered anything. No opening of the Andy Griffith show with Andy and Opie gone fishing. No paying catch in the yard. No hanging on the couch to watch a video or play a game of checkers or horseshoes. Nothing. Out of 12 men, rough as 12 cobbs, there was one story of one candy bar one time. Contact Pat Jobe at patjobe13@gmail.com.

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Aiming Outdoorsmen Toward Christ

By Gary Miller What I do requires me to travel. I’m not sure how many days I’m gone from home, but it’s quite a few. If my trip is ten hours or less, I prefer to drive. Driving lets me pack my truck with as much gear as possible. When these trips don’t involve a hunt, I can load plenty of the stuff that is associated with my ministry. When the trips include hunting, I can pack bows or guns as well as all the GARY MILLER gear I need. I really like doing it this way. Planes limit me unless I pay an extra expensive fee. And while taking weapons on a plane is doable, it can also be a hassle. So, when I fly and hunt, I usually borrow a friend’s gun. This also gives me an excuse if my hunt is unsuccessful. I can (and do) blame the gun I was given. I actually blame the guy who let me borrow his gun, because I firmly believe he gave me one with a crooked barrel. (looking at you John and Jason) Being able to borrow anything from a friend is a great benefit. It fills a need when our own is unavailable, broken, or simply something we don’t have. Borrowing is a temporary exchange that allows one person’s supply to meet another person’s need. It is using someone else’s plenty in the presence of someone else’s lack. There are times in each of our lives when what we are lacking, or what is broken, or what is absent is our faith. Not our religion, but our trust. Our faith in God. There are times when our own beliefs have been damaged so much, we don’t trust them to take us much further. It’s like an old truck that we have patched and patched so much that it’s good for a few miles, but we just don’t trust it on a long haul. If I can bring this home, I would say it this way. We’ve prayed, and we’re tired of praying. We’ve sought God, and we’re tired of seeking. We’ve forced gratitude, and we’re tired of faking it. We’ve confessed and promised until we’ve exhausted every word we know. And if we’re just being honest (and God loves honesty) our faith is not taking us anywhere, and the only words we can conjure up to God, is, “God, I got nothin’.” And if that’s where you are, that’s okay. You can borrow faith from those who still have it. Be open and honest. Let someone know, let several know, you have crippled faith, you are unable to bring yourself to Jesus, you are unable to muster up even a mustard seed of faith. And what they will do for you, is break through a crowd, bust a hole in a roof, and lower you to Jesus. And when Jesus sees their faith, your healing will come. Because borrowed faith still moves mountains. I’ll talk about this article on Tuesday at 7:30 am eastern time, on Zoom. Email me for the link. Gary Miller gary@outdoortruths.org Gary Miller has written Outdoor Truths articles for 23 years. He has also written five books which include compilations of his articles and a father/son devotional. He also speaks at wildgame dinners and men’s events for churches and associations.

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Wildlife Commission Provides Avian In luenza Update and Safety Tips to Reduce Spread of Disease This time of year, new cases of the highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) begin to emerge due to the high numbers of migratory waterfowl that pass through or congregate in North Carolina. The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) monitors HPAI in wildlife populations across the state, with an emphasis on birds. “With the 2025-2026 migratory game bird seasons quickly approaching, we expect to encounter HPAIinfected bird species, especially waterfowl species,” said NCWRC Wildlife Health Biologist Miranda Turner. New cases of avian influenza emerge in the fall and winter months particularly along the Outer Banks and other coastal areas. “The Outer Banks area is an important wintering location for many waterfowl species due to its prime habitat,” said Turner. “The combination of good habitat and migratory activity causes an increase in waterfowl populations there, which creates an environment for the virus to easily spread between avian species.” Additionally, influenza viruses are typically coldhardy and are therefore able to

proliferate more easily during the cold winter months. The birds most likely to be found with HPAI are waterfowl, shorebirds and raptors, although cases may less frequently occur in songbirds and wild mammal species. Since the beginning of the current HPAI outbreak in early 2022, North Carolina has detected the virus in 413 wild birds and one black bear. As of the start of the 2025 fall migratory season, the NCWRC has confirmed HPAI in black vultures in Iredell County and is awaiting results from suspected cases in black vultures in Union County. Symptoms of HPAI in wild birds may vary, including ocular and/or nasal discharge, coughing, difficulty breathing, diarrhea, lethargy, loss of coordination, walking or swimming in circles, head and neck twisting/wobbling, paralysis, swollen and/or discolored neck, head, and feet, and death. Reduce the spread of HPAI by following these suggestions: • Do not approach any animals that appear sick or are behaving unusually. • Do not allow pets to interact with any sick or dead animals.

If a dead bird needs to be removed from a location where pets or people could come into contact with it: • Use disposable gloves, a plastic bag or some other protective layer over your hands or use a shovel to pick up the animal and place it into a garbage bag. • Consider wearing a face mask and eye protection if additional protection seems warranted. • Double-bag the carcass before putting it in the trash. Wash your hands with soap and water after disposing of any animal carcass. “The best way the public can help prevent the spread of HPAI is by removing food sources that encourage birds to congregate in one location, such as feeding ducks and geese or setting out bird

feeders,” said Turner. Currently there are no changes to any game bird seasons due to HPAI. Hunters are advised not to harvest or handle game birds that are obviously sick. Hunters should wear gloves when handling and dressing any harvested birds, and inedible parts should be buried where they were harvested or placed in a trash bag and disposed of in the trash. Wash hands and tools with soap and water or disinfectant wipes. Cook all game meat thoroughly prior to consumption. To report dead wild animals suspected of contracting HPAI, especially six or more dead wild birds in one area within a period of one to two weeks, call 866-318-2401 or email HWI@ncwildlife.gov. Article by: ncwildlife.org.

Gardner-Webb, Boiling Springs, and YMCA Team Up for Octoberfest Fun Campus Tradition Returns with New features, Outdoor Activities, and a Spooky Surprise for the Community An annual fall tradition held on the Gardner-Webb University campus for two decades returns this year with a new feature and a different location. Octoberfest will be on Thursday, Oct. 30, from 6 to 8pm. Everything will take place outside. The field in front of the LutzYelton Convocation Center (LYCC) will host games and activities, and Trunkor-Treat will be held in the adjacent parking lot. In the event of rain, activities will move into Bost Gym. Joining the University as hosts for the evening of family fun are the town of Boiling Springs and the Ruby C. Hunt YMCA. The town will have fire and rescue vehicles on display, and for the first time, the YMCA is bringing its “Spooky Bus” for additional entertainment. GardnerWebb will serve pizza and student clubs and teams will provide games and other activities along with candy and prizes. “Since its start in 2005,

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into Halloween fun. It’s not your average ride—our bus has been transformed into a mini haunted house, with little to no spooks— just laughter, lights, and a whole lot of YMCA joy. The best part? It doesn’t even move!” Boiling Springs Town Manager, Zachary Parker, said the display of fire and rescue vehicles accomplishes two goals. “We love collaborating with our partners, like GWU, Boiling Springs Fire

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how partnerships between private landowners, nonprofit land trusts, and public natural resource agencies can achieve lasting conservation outcomes,” said Foothills Conservancy Executive Director Andrew Kota. “We’re delighted to see Burntfield Branch officially become part of Pisgah National Forest, where it will be protected and enjoyed for generations to come.” About Pisgah National Forest: The Pisgah National Forest, divided into three ranger districts that span 12 counties in western North Carolina, is an area characterized by milehigh peaks and heavily forested slopes. Comprising over 500,000 acres, it is primarily a hardwood forest featuring whitewater rivers, waterfalls, and hundreds of miles of trails, and is home to many native species, including more than 300 rare species identified by the North Carolina Natural Heritage Program. About Foothills Conservancy of North Carolina: Foothills Conservancy of North Carolina is a nationally accredited

regional land trust that inspires conservation in Western North Carolina by permanently protecting land and water for the benefit of people and all living things. A 501(c)(3) nonprofit, Foothills Conservancy has conserved more than 71,500 acres in its eight-county service area: Alexander, Burke, Caldwell, Catawba, Cleveland, Lincoln, McDowell and Rutherford, in three major river basins: the Broad, Catawba and Yadkin. FCNC supports and responds to community needs across our programmatic focus areas: land and water protection, farmland preservation, wildlife habitat improvement, forest health and stewardship, public park management, public trail development and maintenance, improving access to natural spaces, community education, and volunteer engagement. Information about Foothills Conservancy can be found at www.foothillsconservancy. org or by calling 828-4379930. Article Provided By: Foothills Conservancy of North Carolina

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NOVEMBER & BEYOND November 1 Country Ham and Chicken Pie Supper When: Nov. 1; 4:30pm until gone Where: Mt. Vernon Community Clubhouse; 120 Mt. Vernon Cemetery Rd., Forest City More Info: $15 adults, kids 5 & under free, age 6-12 $5. Dine in or carry-out. Proceeds will be used to make improvements to the clubhouse. Lattimore Craft Fair When: November 1; 10am2:30pm Where: Hunt Memorial Park; 199 Price St., Shelby More Info: 60+ craft vendors, music by The Blue Healers and Log Cabin String Band, square dancing, Kids Zone, hayrides, food truck rodeo, fun for the entire family. Accepting vendor applications through Oct. 20. Contact Townoflattimore@gmail. com or call 704-434-2620. November 7-December 18 Handcrafted Holiday Market When: November 7-December 18 Where: Tryon Arts & Crafts; 373 Harmon Field Rd., Tryon More Info: https:// tryonartsandcrafts.org/holiday/ November 8 2nd Annual James Haynes Car, Truck & Bike Show When: November 8; registration opens 10am Where: Greenhill Store; 2751 US-64, Rutherfordton More Info: Rain date: Nov. 22. Awards, live music, food, 50/50 raffle. All proceeds go to PAWS of Rutherford County. Johnnie 828-429-7500. Veteran’s Concert Featuring Rockie Lynn When: November 8; 7pm Where: Isothermal Community College; 286 ICC Loop Rd., Spindale More Info: Free to all Veterans. Tickets; rockielynn.com or foundationshows.org. November 11 Bood Drive When: November 11; 1:30-6pm Where: Gilkey School Community Center; 217 Gilkey School Rd., Rutherfordton More Info: For appt. call 1-800733-2767 or visit redcrossblood. org.

November 15 Golf Tournament in honor of Makenzie Owens When: November 15; tee off 9:30am Where: Forest City Municipal Golf Course; 211 Clay St., Forest City More Info: Donnie 828-2231680. Makenzie needs a liver transplant. Empty Bowls 2025 When: November 15; 5:307:30pm Where: 241 Club House Dr., Rutherfordton More Info: Ticket includes allyou-can-eat soup, salad, dessert buffet; choice of handcrafted bowl. Dinner features a spotlight on all local foods from contributing restaurants, farms, and Ruff’ton Roots. rufftonroots. org November 23 2025 Rutherford County Toy Run When: November 23; 12:30pm; riders depart at 1:30pm Where: Denny’s; 1493 College Ave., Spindale More Info: All proceeds go to needy children and families in Rutherford County and Western North Carolina. November 30 Forest City Christmas Parade When: November 30; 3pm Where: Main Street Forest City More Info: Applications available at www.townofforestcity.com/.../ forest-city-christmas, Forest City Town Hall Collections, 128 North Powell St. or United Bank, 142 North Watkins Dr.. Due November 12. December 13 National Wreaths Across America Day When: December 13 Where: Rutherford County Memorial Cemetery; 1743 Chase High Rd., Forest City More Info: Help Griffith Rutherford Chapter, NSDAR honor local heroes. Sponsor a wreath to be places on a Veteran’s grave this December. To make a donation visit wreathsacrossamerica.org/ NC0092P or contact The Genealogical Society of Old Tryon; 319 Doggett Rd,. Forest City 828-247-8700.

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October 16 First Annual Blue Jean Ball Fundraiser When: October 16; 6-8pm Where: Second Baptist Church; 191 Green St., Rutherfordton More Info: Mosaic Hope, a faith-based nonprofit serving foster families in Rutherford County, invites the community to BBQ dinner & program highlighting their mission to equip & mobilize the community to wrap around kids, families & social workers in the foster care system with immediate assistance, ongoing support, & accessible resources. Learn how Mosaic Hope is making an impact locally, discover ways to get involved. Proceeds directly support programs that provide immediate assistance, ongoing care & essential resources to foster families in Rutherford County. Tickets: mosaichope.org

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October 18 Community Yard/Craft Sale When: October 18; 8am-2pm Where: Harrelson Funeral Home; 1251 Hwy. 221A, Forest City More Info: Vendor/sale spots $10 each. Call/text 828-305-3572 to reserve your spot. All monies raised from vendor fees will be donated to The Hill Ministries Community Food Bank.

October 25 Community Yard Sale Sponsored by SAYSO 828 When: October 25; 8am-2pm Where: 389 Fairground Rd., Spindale More Info: Reserve your spot by Oct. 22. Yard sale spaces: $20, vendor spaces: $35. Half & Half raffle. https://forms.gle/ Qe1MRKxmdQXsPUUPA

Car Show When: October 25; Registration 10amOctober 25 noon, show 10am-3pm Free Concert Where: Spindale Methodist Church; 185 When: October 25; 7-10pm Mill Street, Spindale Where: POPS- 153 Park Square, Forest More Info: Proceeds benefit church food City ministries. Awards, door prizes, 50/50, food! More Info: Featuring Continental Divide, Johnnie 828-429-7900 delivering a fun & energetic show full of October 31 classic oldies and beach music. Chimney Rock Village Trick or Treat on Main Street A Night to Restore Benefit When: October 31; 5-7pm October 17-18 When: October 25; 6pm Carolina Colors Quilt Show Where: Fly Girls; 214 Fashion Circle, Where: Main Street, Chimney Rock When: October 17-18; 10am-5pm Rutherfordton Trick or Treat on Main Street Where: Isothermal Community College; More Info: Fundraising event for Rutherford When: October 31; 4-6pm 286 ICC Loop Rd., Spindale Housing Partnership. Costume contests, live Where: Main Street, Forest City More Info: Presented by Rutherford Quilt & silent auctions, hors d’oeuvres, DJ, more. More Info: Enjoy a fun and safe Halloween Guild. Admission $5. 150+ Quilts, Vendors, Proceeds go toward providing urgently as Main Street comes alive with treats, Raffles. needed home repairs. Tickets: paypal.com/ costumes, & community spirit. Thank ncp/payment/9HMLWH5FC85NE you to our local merchants & community October 18 organizations who help make this BBQ chicken dinner fundraiser Hart Square Village 40th Heritage spooktacular tradition possible! When: October 18; 4-7pm Festival Where: Piedmont-Pleasant Hill Clubhouse; When: October 25; 10am-5pm Spindale Trick or Treat on Main Street 1761 Maple Creek Rd., Rutherfordton Where: Hart Square Village; 5055 Hope When: October 31; 4-6pm More Info: $10 per person. Rd., Vale Where: Main Street, Spindale More Info: Experience life in the early More Info: 3 blocks of businesses & BBQ Plate Benefit for firefighter James 1800s. Tin smithing, weaving, turning organizations. Presented by Spindale Smith pottery & firing it in a kiln. Tickets: Business Community. When: Oct. 18; 11am-7pm (until food runs hartsquare.com/visit/events/40th-heritageout) festival-oct-25. Hart Square Foundation is Indoor trick or treat for the kids Where: Gilkey Community Center; 217 the non-profit organization that preserves When: October 31; 5-7pm Gilkey School Rd., Rutherfordton Hart Square Village Where: Union Mills Community More Info: Barry 828-744-1802. $12/plate. Clubhouse; 6097 Hudlow Rd., Union Mills Proceeds help cover medical & travel bills 10th Annual Spindale Safety Night Out More Info: Also hot dogs for sale. for James Smith after his auto accident. When: October 25; 5-7pm Where: The Spindale House lawn, 119 Lake Lure’s Haunted Trail BBQ chicken dinner fundraiser Tanner St., Spindale When: October 31; 6-9pm When: October 18; 4-7pm More Info: spindalenc.net. Safety exhibits, Where: 1058 Island Creek Rd., Lake Lure Where: Piedmont-Pleasant Hill Clubhouse; vendors, games, kid’s costume contest, kids More Info: All profits benefit Lake Lure 1761 Maple Creek Rd., Rutherfordton 12 & under enter to win bicycle and skate Classical Academy. Scary & friendly paths, More Info: $10 per person. boards, trick or treating, golf cart cruise-in. kids games, music, food & drinks.

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Every Tuesday Open Arms Substance Abuse When: Tuesdays 6-7pm Where: Highland Apartments Activity Center; 171 Butler Rd., Forest City More Info: For those with substance abuse, parents or guardians of kids with substance abuse addictions. 828-305-1280.

First Tuesday Cancer Support Group When: First Tuesday each month 5-6:30pm Where: Rutherford County Senior Center More Info: For cancer patients & survivors; informative topics, friendship and refreshments. RSVP 828-245-4596, option 1.

Third Tuesday Rutherfordton Kiwanis Club Meeting When: 3rd Tues. monthly: 6PM Where: Rutherford Regional Medical Center, 288 S Ridgecrest Ave, Rutherfordton More Info: Join us and volunteer to serve your community.

Thursdays BINGO – Disable American Veterans Chapter 25 When: Thursdays 7-10pm Where: Old Green Hill School; 2501 US 64/74A Hwy, Rutherfordton More Info: Doors open 5:30pm. Early Bird 7pm; Program 7:30pm

Rutherford Beekeepers Monthly Club Meeting When: Third Tuesday; 6pm Where: Cooperative Extension Center; 193 Callahan-Koon Rd., beside Senior Center More Info: Open to anyone interested in beekeeping.

Narcotics Anonymous meeting When: Thurs. 12:30-1:30pm Where: Community Healing Recovery & Thriving Center; 648 Withrow Rd., Forest City

Fourth Tuesday Rutherford County Woodworkers Club When: Every Fourth Tuesday Where: Rutherford County Annex, Rutherfordton More Info: 919-696-6064 . Second Thursday Coffee for Veterans When: 2nd Thurs. monthly:10am Where: Fairfield Mountains Chapel; 1384 Buffalo Creek Rd., Lake Lure More Info: All veterans welcome!

Rutherfordton Kiwanis Club Meeting When: 6:30-7:30pm (except 5th Thurs.) Where: Woodrow Jones Building, Rutherfordton More Info: New members welcome, light dinner served. ruffkiwanis@gmail.com Volunteer Opportunities More Info: Rutherford County Habitat for Humanity’s affordable homes are making a positive impact on families in need. Come volunteer, lay the foundation for a brighter tomorrow. Volunteers needed for construction, ReStore, Clothing Center, more. 828-245-0716, www. rutherfordhfh.org, habitat.org

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Carolina Color Quilt Show Oct. 17 & 18

Back row (left to right): Coach Wellmon, Aubrey Castello, Laila Ledbetter, Kendall Feagan, Aubree Dunk, Leola Yelton, Lauren Farris, Emma Hahn, Ocean Rash, Destinee McEntyre, Peyton Harris, Madi Tuttle, Coach Tuttle. Front row (left to right): Addi Pinder, Brystol Wellmon, Emaleigh Vance.

Local volunteers needed for the new Girl Scout year Girl Scouts Carolinas Peaks to Piedmont is calling all adults who are ready to mentor the next generation of adventurers, scientists, innovators and leaders to become a Girl Scout volunteer for the new troop year which kicked off October 1. This year, a free resource is available for new Girl Scout Daisy and Brownie troop leaders who guide girls in kindergarten through third grade. The Girl Scout Experience Box is a monthly delivery of a supply box that includes everything needed to have fun and fulfilling troop meetings like thoughtful script suggestions, step-by-step instructions and ready-to-go supplies so volunteers can spend less time planning and more time building connections. “Volunteers are essential to Girl Scouts as they encourage girls to try new things, motivate them to achieve their goals and provide a safe space to be themselves,” said Jaclyn Johnson, Chief Mission Delivery Officer of Girl Scouts Carolinas Peaks to Piedmont (GSCP2P). “The Girl Scout Experience Box is a valuable resource for volunteers and will support them throughout their troop leader journey so they can focus on helping the girls have fun and build friendships.” New troops will receive a welcome box and up to

to grow with Girl Scouts and join GSCP2P for the new troop year. Families can visit www.girlscoutsp2p. org to learn more about the local council, how to get involved and subscribe to the Girl Scout Experience Box. Questions on Girl Scouting and volunteering can be directed to info@ girlscoutsp2p.org or 800seven monthly themed boxes, depending on the All girls in grades K-12 and 672-2148. Article Provided By: Baylee Fortune troop’s start date. This adult volunteers are invited resource is available in English and Spanish so more families can experience the benefits of Girl Scout programs, including STEM, outdoors, life skills and entrepreneurship. Volunteers also experience the benefits of Girl Scouting. In addition to more family time and trying new things together, adult members can access networking and conference opportunities like adult learning weekends and trainings. With year-round assistance from local volunteers and council staff members, leaders will be guided through each step of the program and have a network of support with resources, training and connections. Girl Scouting is all about the progression of skills, so troops do not need to be experts in STEM, outdoors or entrepreneurship to participate. GSCP2P also hosts events that leaders can attend solo or with theirtroop.

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FIND YOUR NEW FRIEND AT A REST HOME

By: Jean Gordon Across Rutherford County are several rest homes, assisted living facilities and nursing homes. Inside the walls of these homes are men, women - young and not so young - who for one reason or the other can no longer live at home. These facilities meet the needs of the residents the best they can with lots of senior activities for those

who want to participate. They offer the warmth of a home environment to the best of their abilities. There’s also seasonal parties, Bingo, exercise classes and much more. Some even have a colorful ice cream wagon that rolls down the halls each day offering a sweet treat. Most likely you know a resident at one of these facilities. Maybe you have a family member, friend or a former neighbor who had to move from home. Maybe you’re a regular visitor. Recently I saw a message about how we can make their lives better. There are many residents in these facilities who have no family or friends close by. It is difficult for us to imagine there would be people in a rest home who never had a

visitor. Maybe the resident is far from home and traveling for these senior family members is not possible. The message further said maybe we should visit one of these facilities in our corner of the world and find out who these people are who never have a visitor and adopt that person for Christmas, other holidays or even a birthday. It’s been 35 years or more when I learned our Mama had done this very thing. Although one of the busiest people ever, she took Tuesday afternoons off and drove to the nearby rest home and visited those who never saw anyone but staff. She secured the list from staff that also shared birthdays and some of the residents’ favorite things. Retiring from her public job at age 40, Mama worked

longer hours at home in the vegetable garden, sewing and everything else than she ever did at the Tanner Companies. Even with a day that began at 5am with harvesting garden produce, she took the Tuesday afternoons off to go visit those who had no other visitors. She fell in love with these people. For years, this was her mission project and had to stop only when her health prevented her from visiting the residents any longer. But until then, she was there every week with a smile, maybe a small gift on a birthday or a cookie. But her greatest gift to these people was a knock on their door and a greeting on a lonely day. At Christmas, Mama confiscated the help of

her Sunday School class members and they actually threw a Christmas party for these people. Each resident received a small gift, a visit and a reminder they mattered. Mama had done this ministry years before I knew. She followed the Biblical concept of ministry -just go and do it and you don’t have to brag to anyone. When I found out she was doing this, I was not surprised. That was our Mama. We never know what one knock on a door, a greeting or even a short visit means to those who never have a visitor. Maybe you and I could take on this ministry in our neck of the woods. Share the ministry with others. Our parents had very little extra

money but they never ran out of funds to bring a little joy to lonely residents. As we look ahead this year, maybe the greatest thing we can do for anyone at a nursing home is to pay them a visit and share the most valuable gift of all time. Through the years I had the opportunity to meet some of Mama’s friends at the rest home and to this day, I’m forever grateful for her sharing of herself. Want to have a better Christmas or Thanksgiving. Find that lonely person and make them a little less lonely. If you need help finding one of the local facilities, contact me and I’ll get you some numbers. Contact Jean Gordon at: gordonjean211@gmail.com

Think Pink by Learning About Breast Cancer Screening and Prevention Pink ribbons abound in October — we see them on food labels, t-shirts, signs announcing 5Ks, billboards, and more. These reflect initiatives that are all efforts to raise everyone’s awareness about breast cancer, a disease that affects 1 in 8 women. As with all health conditions, doing all you can to prevent a diagnosis or to catch one as early as possible requires educating yourself, maintaining a good partnership with your primary care provider, and taking time out for critical self-care. Some good news: If invasive breast cancer is found early and stays localized (meaning that it doesn’t spread beyond the breast), the five-year survival rate is over 99%, which is both remarkable and encouraging. It’s also heartening that, thanks to ongoing research, screening and treatment advances continue to occur. We talk a lot about the importance of forming a trusting relationship with your primary care physician, and when it comes to breast cancer screening, they can offer important guidance about when you should get your first mammogram and how often you should be screened, based on your risk level. Your risk level and anatomical factors, like if a woman has dense breast tissue, for example, also impact the types of screening tests she receives. About half of women have dense breast tissue, and this means that the tissue is comprised of more fibrous and glandular tissue than fatty tissue. Since these types of tissue appear white on a mammogram, it can be harder to identify breast cancer. This is why women with dense breasts are advised to get 3D mammograms, and many are advised to get additional screening, such as a breast MRI, ultrasound, or a contrast-enhanced mammogram, where the patient receives iodinated contrast dye intravenously, which allows a radiologist to see tumors more clearly. Research has also shown that the contrast-enhanced mammogram can allow three times as many invasive breast cancers in women with dense breasts to be discovered as ultrasound. When a woman combines getting their scheduled

screenings with a monthly breast self-exam, she’s doing all she can to stay on top of any breast changes, which can then be investigated. Something empowering for women is that lifestyle choices make a difference in lowering their risk for breast cancer as well. Eating a nutrient-dense diet that’s heavy on fruits and vegetables, legumes like beans and peas, fish or poultry, whole grains, and nuts and seeds is the best choice. It’s wise to avoid ultraprocessed foods (UPFs) like potato chips, cookies, and many other packaged foods, that often contain artificial coloring and flavors, as well as preservatives to prolong shelf life. Exercise and effective stress management are things one can fit into their life that don’t have to be too disruptive or challenging — just stick to activities they enjoy and remember that even activities like gardening and walking the dog count. Aim for 30 minutes of exercise, five days per week, at least. When it comes to relieving stress, there are many helpful options to choose from, including adopting a mindfulness practice like meditation, taking a yoga class, spending time with friends and family, and getting out in nature (an easy thing for Western North Carolina residents). If a woman smokes, it’s important that she look into a cessation program, and to refrain from drinking excessive amounts of alcohol. Getting sufficient, high-quality rest is recommended as well, and going to bed at the same time each night and banishing tech from the bedroom helps with this. Unfortunately, some of the habits we develop to deal with stress are not good for us. It’s also easy, with how busy life gets — work and family responsibilities, school, community service, and countless other obligations — to let scheduling that mammogram and other screenings slide. Don’t! It’s crucial to prioritize your health by making these important appointments and keeping them. At Mission Hospital McDowell, we are proud to offer state-of-the-art imaging services close to home, so we can support your breast health. We are grateful that you entrust us with your care

and are here all year round to provide exceptional care to our community. Lee Higginbotham is Chief Executive Officer of Mission

Hospital McDowell in Marion. He is a healthcare leader with nearly three decades of experience in healthcare. A native of Charlottesville, VA,

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Executives. He resides in Marion. Lee is most proud to be a husband to his best friend and father of three children. Article Provided By: Nancy Lindell

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Danny Steve Bailey Danny Steve Bailey, age 75, of Spindale passed away at his home following a brief illness. Danny was a native of Rutherford County and the son of the late Virgil Clark and Sally Dalton Bailey. He was a graduate of RS Central High School, Isothermal Community College and was retired from WalMart. Left to cherish his memory are his brother Donald Clark Bailey (Lois), nephews Alan Bailey (Molly) and Mike Bailey (Brenda) along with several great nephews and nieces. Services were held October 15 at Crowe’s Funeral Chapel with Mr. Nathan Michael Bailey officiating. Burial followed in Eternal Hills Memorial Park.

Charles Eric Foster Charles Eric Foster, age 57 of Forest City died Sunday, October 5, 2025. Eric was born April 25, 1968, in Rutherford County and was a graduate of East Rutherford High School and Appalachian State University where he majored in history. He started his career as a Disk Jocky for radio station WBBO, and he later worked at Rutherford County Airport. For many years he owned and operated Autowerks, a car repair shop in Rutherfordton before he began working for Bud Tanner as a Real Estate Appraiser. He was a member of the First Baptist Church in Forest City. He also attend-

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ed Gilboa United Methodist Church with his late wife, Susan. He was preceded in death by his wife, Susan Evans Crowder Foster, his brother, C. Evan Foster, III, and his stepson, Zachary Crowder. Survivors include his parents, Claude Evan Foster, Jr. and Jerre Thompson Foster, his aunt, Nan Thompson, his uncle, Van Thompson of Matthews, his step-daughter, Kasey Hughes, his step daughterin-law, Tracie Crowder, step son-in-law, Steven Hughes, and his step-grandchildren, Kiley Ford, Jacob Hughes, Finley Hughes, and Evyn Crowder and many close cousins and friends. The funeral was held October 11 at First Baptist Church of Forest City with Rev. Dr. Joey Faucett, Rev. MacKenzie Gray, and Rev. Dr. Garin Hill officiating. Eric’s request was no flowers please but instead donate to Neighbors Food Pantry, c/o Faye M. Nichols, 185 Hazelwood Dr., Forest City, NC 28043 to support a mission that he was so passionate about. An online guest registry is available at www. padgettking.com Padgett~King Mortuary and Crematory is serving the family.

Christine Marie Cooper Christine Marie Cooper, age 63 of Hickory died Saturday, October 4, 2025. She was born September 5, 1962, in

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Brooklyn, New York and was a daughter of the late Carl and Christine Johnsen. She attended Vertical Life Church in Newton and she loved to cook and serve others. Her husband, Richard Lawrence Cooper preceded her in death in 2020. Funeral services were held October 10 at The Padgett and King Chapel with Rev. Jonathan Foster officiating. An online guest registry is available at www. padgettking.com Padgett~King Mortuary and Crematory is serving the family.

Renee B. Wright Renee B. Wright, age 71, of Ellenboro, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Tuesday, October 7, 2025. Renee was born October 21, 1953 in Cleveland County to the late James Blanton and Jurell Bryant Blanton. She was a graduate of Crest High School, class of 1972. Renee worked for Fast Foods, Watts Regulator and Autumn Lanes Bowling. Renee enjoyed serving the Lord at her church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a daughter, Tammie Sipes; granddaughter, Tyra Poteet; great grandson, Colton Blaine Dobbins and siblings, Brenda Bryant, Wayne Blanton and Ernest Blanton. Those left to honor her memory include her

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MY FATHER PLANNED IT ALL character and endurance. These times will shape us into people of maturity and wisdom. I am reminded of an old hymn entitled, “My Father Planned It All.” Living a good life is all about accepting the perfect will of God. Acknowledging Him in our everyday life will help us deal with the ups and downs. The apostle Paul wrote that we should always give thanks in every circumstance of life, for it is the will of God. Our heavenly Father truly knows what is best for us. As the songwriter penned, “I sing thru the shade and the sunshine, I’ll trust Him whatever befall; I sing for I cannot be silent–My Father planned it all.”

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Teresa Dotson Teresa Dotson, age 61, of Caroleen, passed away Tuesday, October 7, 2025. Teresa was born April 12, 1964 in Cleveland County to the late Ernest Dotson and Mary Greene Dotson. Those left to cherish her memory include her daughter, Meranda Owens; grandchildren, Ainjal Owens, Xavier Owens and Tiquila Dotson; great grandson, Aiden Mills; sisters, Lisa Metcalf (Randy), Maxine Adair (Gene) and brother, Donnie Dotson. The funeral was held October 10 at Harrelson Funeral Chapel with Rev. Jerry Ruppe officiating. An online guest registry is available at www.harrelsonfuneralhome.com Harrelson Funeral and Cremation Services is serving the family. Carol Herring Carol Herring, born November 8, 1954, departed this life to a calm, everlasting light on September 12, 2025, at age 70. She is preceded in death by her husband, Frankey Herring; her mother, Mary “Hazel” Dodd; and

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her daughter, Donna Kay Morland. Carol leaves behind her son, Earl “Skipper” Miller, and wife Denise, eight grand children, and a host of greatgrand children. Carol’s life was a blessing, her memory a treasure, and her legacy one of unconditional love and selflessness. She found small pieces of joy and respite in the everyday whether puzzling through a challenging jigsaw, indulging a cup of coffee, or entertaining her love of carousel horses. A private celebration of Carols life will be held for family and friends to gather to share memories and reflect on the impact she made during her time with us. A service of Cleveland Funeral Services & Crematory, Inc. 2518 West Dixon Blvd., Shelby, NC 28152.

Thomas Allen Hollifield Thomas Allen Hollifield, 66, passed away on Saturday, October 4, 2025. He was born in McDowell County to the late James T. Hollifield and Alice Henson Hollifield. Left to cherish his memory are his daughters, Erica Harman (Michael) and Catherine Justice (Dylan); grandchildren, Isaac Harman and Jordyn Justice; sister, Deborah Larro; friend and former wife, Angela Turner. He worked as a Supermarket Butcher. Celebration of Life Service will be held from 1-3pm on Saturday, October 18 at Shelby First Church The Nazarene, 1205 Charles Road, Shelby, NC 28152. Memorial tributes may be made at www.rsmorganfsl.com. Robert Morgan Funeral and Cremation Service, LLC is serving the family.

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David Milton Phillips Jr. David Milton Phillips Jr., born July 18, 1961, passed away Monday, October 6, 2025. He was preceded in death by his wife, Deana Phillips; his parents, David and Betsy Phillips Sr.; sister, Virginia Eileen Phillips. He is survived by his sons, David Joseph Phillips and Daniel Phillips. David will be lovingly remembered by his extended family, including many devoted cousins. His legacy lives on through the family he cherished, the memories he created, and the love he gave so freely. Private services will be

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While making the false presumption that we know the future, we often chart out our life. Not that goals and dreams are a bad thing, but how many of our life’s personal aspirations have actually come into reality? The journey of life will often take us down paths that we never planned. As we make our way through life, we experience both exhilaration and disappointment. The ﬁrsts and the new things of life are what we remember most. Personal accomplishments and the excitement of major life decisions add worth to our life. Along with the ups of life will also come the downs. Sadly, we will lose things and most importantly people. We sometimes will experience failure and will suffer life’s ﬁnalities. Even though we don’t like the hard times, it is through those times that we grow in our

husband of 21 years, Ted Wright; children, Dawn Henderson (Chris) of Forest City, Dustin Sipes of Rutherfordton, Nikki Murray of Ellenboro, Grady Wright (Summer) of Ellenboro, Jessica Wright of Morganton and Amanda Smith (Charlie) of Morganton; brother, Michael Blanton (Debbie) of Lawndale; 30 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren. The funeral was held October 11 at Caroleen Congregational Holiness Church with Rev. Tim Whiteside and Rev. Tim Evans officiating. An online guest registry is available at www.harrelsonfuneralhome.com Harrelson Funeral and Cremation Services is serving the family.

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Sandra Kay Morrison Hiebert Sandra Kay Morrison Hiebert, 64, passed away Wednesday, October 8, 2025. She was born in Cleveland County to the late Thomas Biddix Morrison and Nellie Willis Morrison. She is also predeceased by siblings, Jimmy Morrison, Linda Blanton, Betty Putnam, Johnny Morrison and Robin Price. Left to cherish her memory are her husband, Ralph Edward Hiebert; son, Wesley Hiebert and wife, Casey; daughter, Amy Yandle and husband, Kyle; grandchildren, Everleigh Aliyah Minori and Kai Montgomery; siblings, Nancy Davis, Peggy Wright, Tracy McSwain, Larry Morrison, Steve Morrison, Roger Morrison and Ronnie Morrison; numerous nieces and nephews. The Memorial Service will was held October 12 at Tanners Grove Community Church, Forest City. Donations may be made to Clifford’s Army Rescue, PO Box 370, Earl, NC 28038 or on their website. Memorial tributes may be made at www.rsmorganfsl.com. Robert Morgan Funeral and Cremation Service, LLC is serving the family.

Patsy Owens Jones On October 14, 2025; Patsy Owens Jones entered into the arms of our Lord. Mrs. Jones was born July 29, 1934 and was a native of Rutherford County. She was married to the late Bob Jones of Rutherfordton and they were blessed with two wonderful children, Alana and Alan, who surely met their mother at heaven’s gate when the family was reunited in the presence of their Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. She is survived by a brother-in-law, Garland Jones of Forest City and his wife Creola, and nieces and nephews. Mrs. Jones worked with the Rutherford County Schools. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Rutherfordton. A graveside service for Mrs. Jones is scheduled for Thursday, October 16 at 11am at Brittain Presbyterian Church of Rutherfordton with Rev. Aimee Hobbs, Rev. Lisa Courtney, and Rev. Scott Courtney officiating. Memorials may be made to Hospice of Carolina Foothills or First Baptist Church of Rutherfordton. Online condolences may be made at www. crowemortuary.com. Crowe’s Mortuary is assisting the family of Patsy Jones.

Kenneth Craig Adkins Kenneth Craig Adkins, 44, passed away on Monday, October 6, 2025. He was born in Cleveland County to David Stanley Russell Adkins and Shirley Mote Adkins. Left to cherish his memory are his daughters, Lauren Adkins, Jordan Jackson, and Faith Jackson; one granddaughter; brother, David Adkins, Jr.(Kristi); sister, Virginia Black (Matthew); nine nieces and nephews; six great-nieces and great-nephews. He enjoyed working on lawnmowers and small engine items. Funeral services were held September 10 at Midview Baptist Church, Kings Mountain with Pastor Mike Rice officiating. Memorial tributes may be made at www.rsmorganfsl.com. Robert Morgan Funeral and Cremation Service, LLC is serving the family.

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Become a Halloween Hero (Family Features) If you participated in trick-or-treat adventures as a child, you’re part of a long tradition for millions of children. This year, you can teach your own children or grandchildren what it means to become a Halloween hero. As the longest running youth engagement campaign in the U.S., Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF has taught generations about the power they have to make a difference for the world’s children. The program got its start in 1950 when a handful of kids in Philadelphia collected change in milk cartons ($17 that first year) to help children in post-World War II Europe. Over the years, the campaign grew into millions of children bringing little orange boxes with them on Halloween night to collect coins while trick-or-treating. Generations later, kids have raised nearly $200 million for lifesaving programs for

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100 Years Ago This Month: Historical events from October 1925 The month of October has been home to many historical events over the years. Here’s a look at some that helped to shape the world in October 1925. • The Lerma River in Guanajuato, Mexico, floods on October 1, leaving thousands of people homeless as a result. • Three workers are burned alive when the Church Hill Tunnel in Richmond, Virginia, collapses on October 2. The tragedy is partly responsible for the emergence of an urban legend known as the “Richmond Vampire” more

than 80 years after the tunnel’s collapse. • The Soviet Union removes all restrictions on the alcohol content of beverages on October 4. Alcohol had been prohibited on a limited basis for 11 years prior to the removal of the limitation. • Legendary baseball pitcher Christy Mathewson dies of tuberculosis on October 7. Mathewson, who notched 373 wins and five National League ERA titles during his career, developed tuberculosis after

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being exposed to chemical weapons during World War One. • On October 9, the Italian state prosecutor absolves 24 officials of any responsibility for the June 1924 murder of Giacomo Matteotti. Matteotti was an Italian socialist politician who accused the fascists of fraud shortly before he was kidnapped and killed by police affiliated with fascist leader Benito Mussolini. • The Palace Museum is opened to the public in Beijing on October 10. More than 1.1 million pieces of artwork were housed at the museum when it first opened. • Federal Bureau of Investigation agent Edwin C. Shanahan is killed on October 11. Shanahan is the first FBI agent to be killed in the line of duty. • Six hundred American troops enter Panama on October 12. The troops enter at the request of Panamanian President Rodolfo Chiari, who was hoping to put down a renter’s strike. • Margaret Hilda Roberts is born in Grantham, Lincolnshire, England on October 13. Roberts would come to be known as Margaret Thatcher and serve as the Prime Minister of England from 1979 to 1990. • The Pittsburgh Pirates win the World Series on October

despite objections from the local Tuareg Berber community. • “The War of the Stray Dog” between Bulgaria and Greece begins on October 19. The killing of a Greek captain and a sentry by Bulgarian soldiers was one reason given for the start of the conflict. • John William Carson is born in Corning, Iowa, on October 23. Carson would grow up and host “The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson” for three decades, ultimately earning the nickname “The King of Late Night.” • Seven of 23 U.S. Navy Curtiss CS-1 seaplanes are destroyed by wind gusts on October 25. The planes had been brought to Maryland to compete in the Schneider Cup. • Nicaragua President Carlos José Solórzano acquiesces to former president Emiliano Chamorro Vargas’s dayold demand to make him

15. The Pirates defeat the Washington Senators 9-7 in the decisive seventh game of the series. The Senators had opened the series winning three of the first four games. • Rebels invade Damascus during the Great Syrian Revolt on October 17. The rebels set several colonial French buildings on fire and take control of Azm Palace during the revolt. • Hungarian-American explorer and amateur archaeologist Bryon Khun de Prorok begins excavating the Tin Hinan Tomb in the Sahara Desert in French Algeria on October 18. Prorok begins the excavation

Minister of War on October 26, effectively ceding control of the country. • American inventor Fred Waller receives a patent for the water ski on October 27. • The remains of Egyptian pharaoh Tutankhamun are found on October 28. English Egyptologist Howard Carter had discovered Tutankhamun’s tomb nearly three years before discovering the remains, which had been covered by a death mask made of gold. • An armored truck is hijacked and robbed of $93,000 in cash in Buffalo, New York, on October 29. The money is never recovered and Richard Reese Whitemore, who was indicted for the holdup, was never convicted of the crime after a jury could not agree that he was guilty. • The Persian Parliament formally deposes the exiled Shah of Persia on October 31. The deposition officially ends the Qajar dynasty, which began in 1789.

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HANDYMAN SERVICES. Specializing in small / minor home projects. Kings Mountain, Shelby, Gastonia Area. Minor plumbing repair, furniture assembly, paint touchups, minor sheetrock repair, light ﬁxture repair, fence & gate repair, building / installing shelves, door replacement / repairs, screen repairs, picture hanging, clutter removal & pressure washing. Call or text for a free estimate. (910) 474-2374 JIM’S PAINTING SERVICE. Painting, tile ﬂoors, decks, all carpentry work, staining. Free estimates. Now is the time to paint outside! Needed Part Time Experienced Carpenter. Ask for Jim 828-429-7511. RETIRED RN will sit with your loved one. Prices and times negotiable. Call for more information 704-999-1339. QUALITY FOR OVER 35 YEARS! Now offering Dryer Vent Cleaning! Install Hot Water Tanks, Cleaning, Hauling, Mulching, Pine Needles, Pruning, Install Ceiling Fans & Mini Blinds and much more! No jobs are too small. Great Prices Call or Text today (704) 692-4449 EARLS LAWN CARE Mowing, trimming, edging, trimming bushes, landscaping upkeep, leaf removal. (704) 640-3842 earlslawncarenc@ yahoo.com

FARMHOUSE FLORALS. At Farmhouse Florals, I offer a modern take on flower preservation in a variety of resin shapes and sizes, pressed and framed flowers, made into jewelry and much more. Your flowers are professionally dried to ensure I keep most of the shape, color and beauty they had from your special occasion. I also specialize in breast milk jewelry as well as cremation jewelry!! Find me on Facebook or call for information!! (704) 692-1507

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GOLDEN DOMERS TOY AND HOBBY. Visit our NEW LOCATION .....Model Cars, Die-cast Cars & Trucks, Tractors, Hot Wheels, Construction Toys, Sports Memorabilia, Autographed Items, Hard to Find Items! See Mike & Brandon Willis. We’re located at 104 Oliver Ave. (behind El Acapulco Mexican Restaurant in Boiling Springs), Shelby 704-297-0102 or 704-297-0103

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SHIPMAN’S MASONRY. Small jobs: underpens, outside ﬁreplace, patios, retaining walls- brick, block and stone. 40 years experience. Call/text (863) 532-1587 HANDYMAN SERVICES. No job too small. Have references. Construction, landscaping, etc. Jack of all trades! 40 plus years of experience. 828-375-5773. ERIC MOBILE MECHANIC. I will come to you. Full Lawnmower Service, Cars & Tractors. Honest & Reliable. (704) 300-2332

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

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CONSIGNMENT AUCTION ONSITE and ONLINE. Sat. Oct. 18th, 2025 @ 10 am. Preview: Fri. Oct 17th, 10 till 6 pm. Location: 12462 NC 209 Hot Springs, NC 28743 W W W. E J - A U C T I O N . C O M Partial Listing: 20’ Shipping Containers, Ford Tractors, Trailers, Tools, Mowers, Antiques and more! CALL TO CONSIGN ITEMS. Edward Johnson Auctioneers, Inc. NC8134, NC8496 (828) 5939649

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DUMP TRAILERS & EQUIPMENT TRAILERS. Aluminum Trailers. “Large Selection!”. Financing and Rent to Own Available. No Credit Check! J Johnson Sales, 2690 Hwy. 221 S., Forest City, NC. (828) 2455895

3 FAMILY YARD SALE. Fri., Oct 17th & Sat., Oct 18th, 8 am-Until. (Both days). Cancel, if rain. 237 E. Double Shoals Rd., Lawndale, NC 28090 GARAGE SALE. Sat, Oct. 18th, 8 am-Until. Lots of tools, household items and other misc. items. 2060 Stoneview Circle, Shelby, NC 28150 GASTON COUNTY

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HUGE YARD SALE. Sat, Oct. 18th, 8 am -1 pm. North Shore Moss Lake, 115 Windy Hill Dr, Cherryville, NC 28021

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MULTI-FAMILY YARD SALE. Saturday, October 18, 8:00 am til noon. Toys, furniture, clothing, decorating items. 3007 Poplar Circle, Shelby, NC 28152

ESTATE SALE. SATURDAY OCTOBER 18TH. 9:00am1:00pm. Marble top wash stand, Oak table and chairs, Oak Buffet, Walnut bed and chest, entertainment center, TV, sofa, chairs, sleigh bed, walnut rocker, poster bed, radio equipment and tower, weed eaters, shovels, etc. Everything in house and garage to be sold. House is for sale also. Sale conducted by Mark White and Associates. 283 Maple Street, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

MULTI-FAMILY CRAFT/YARD SALE. Saturday, 11/8/25, 8am12pm. To reserve a space to sell, text Michelle 561-6857748. 1223 Oak Grove Clover Hill Church Road, Casar, NC 28020 ITS A YARD SALE!!! Fri Oct 17th, 2025 from 07:30 AM - 01:00 PM. Sat Oct 18th, 2025 from 07:30 AM 01:00 PM. We have shoes, clothes, electronics. and other stuff. Everything must go! Something for everyone! 148 Autumn Woods Drive, Kings Mountain, NC 28086 tvcurry15@ gmail.com GARAGE SALE: SAT., OCT. 18, 2025. 7am- 12pm. Moving and have items left over to sell. Yard Equipment, DVDs, CDs, Funko Pops, Marvel Figurines, Telescope, Xmas Ornaments. 1308 Moonshadow Lane, Shelby, NC 28150

MULTI FAMILY YARD SALE. Saturday, October 18th, from 7AM to noon. 131 Windover Drive, Forest City, NC 28043 YARD AND BAKE SAKE. Saturday, October 18, 8AM-2PM. Misc. kitchen & holiday items, wedding cake & character pans, furniture, more! 106 Blair Street, Bostic, NC 28018 BIG, BIG YARD SALE. Friday and Saturday, October 17 & 18; 8AM until. Clothes, puzzles, yard tools, Christmas & Halloween decor. Lots of good stuff. Too much to list! 335 Leon Road, Ellenboro, NC 28040

FOR SALE WAREHOUSE SALE. Bridges Hardware in Kings Mountain is liquidating $200,000 of new, never-used merchandise at 75% off regular retail. Tools, Paint, Electrical, Plumbing, Holiday Decor and much more. Everyday use items. Cash only at these prices. Saturday 10/18 only! 7am to 9am Only! 100 South Cansler Street, Kings Mountain, NC 28086

FOUR CEMETERY PLOTS. Located at Cleveland Memorial Park in Shelby, NC. All four plots are next to sidewalk at the Bell Tower “Great Location”. $1200 each or all four $4000. call (704) 466-8295 APPLIANCES FOR SALE. Washer, Dryer, Stove, Refrigerator, and Freezer, $1400 or will sell separate. Delivery available. 864-279-4207. TRAILERS, LAWNMOWER TRAILERS, FLATBED TRAILERS, Enclosed Trailers, Horse and Cattle Trailers, Saddlery. Check our prices and quality before you buy. Bridges Riding Equipment. Boiling Springs, NC. 704434-6389, (704) 473-0867

PUBLIC AUCTION Onsite and Online. Sat. Oct. 25, 2025 - 10 am. Preview: Fri. Oct. 24, 10 till 6 pm. Location: Thunder Contracting, 18001 Great Smokey Mtn. Exp., Waynesville, NC 28786. Partial Listing: Ford 550D Backhoe, 2002 F250 Super Duty Truck, Monster Truck, Constuction Tools, Fuel Tank, John Deere Parts Tractor, Culverts, Gas Air Compressors, Hand Tools, Cable, Sandblaster, MANY items to be sold by the Pallets. So much more! EDWARD JOHNSON AUCTIONEERS, INC. NC8134, NC8496 www. ej-auction.com (828) 5939649

YARD SALE EXTRAVAGANZA. Sat., Oct. 18th, 2025 from 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM. Home Decor, Clothes for the whole family, Picture frames, knick knacks, ﬂower vases, Christmas Decorations, And so much more! 325 Circleview Drive, Shelby, NC 28150 THE TOTALLY FREE CLOTHES STORE and the Totally Thrifty Store will be open Sat., Oct. 18th from 10am-1pm. There will be a half price sale in the thrift store. 318 Gidney Street, Shelby, NC 28150

MINIATURE SEWING MACHINES, 40- $25 ea. For **ALL** Call 828-305-3123. TRAILERS, NEW, USED, REPO. In stock Dumps, Enclosed, Concession Trailers and Equipment. Inventory changes weekly! Call or Come By! Financing or Rent to Own Available. J Johnson Sales, 2690 Hwy. 221 S., Forest City, NC 28043 (828) 245-5895 7 TON EQUIPMENT TRAILER “LOADED”. $0 DOWN ! Approx. $200 Month *wac; 5 TON DUMP TRAILER “LOADED” $0 DOWN ! Approx. $240 Month *wac; 6’x10’ & 6’x12’ Utility Trailers $0 DOWN ! Approx. $90-$100 Month *wac. J Johnson Sales 2690 Hwy. 221 South, Forest City, NC (828) 245-5895 METAL ROOFING. Carport Metal “One Piece OR The Whole Roof” We get deliveries twice a week! J Johnson Sales 2690 Hwy. 221 South, Forest City, NC 28043. (828) 2455895 STORAGE BUILDINGS (WOOD•STEEL•VINYL). New Buildings from Approx. $100 month *wac (Includes Delivery & Set Up on Concrete Blocks). J Johnson Sales 2690 Hwy. 221 South, Forest City, NC (828) 245-5895 STORAGE BUILDINGS 8’X8’ up to 16’x40’. Built On Site IN ONE DAY! Financing OR Rent to Own Available. You Choose Your Colors and Placement of Your Doors & Windows. Delivery and Set Up is Included! J Johnson Sales 2690 Hwy 211 S. Forest City, NC. (828) 2455895 VINTAGE PLACE! Open now through Christmas Thurs., Fri. & Sat’s. 9am-2pm. Located at 2740 Carla Dr., Shelby (Off Hwy. 226 N. near Polkville). Unusual, Rare & Old Items from the Past! Makes ideal Christmas & Birthday Gifts, Collectibles & Antiques. It’s worth your while! 3-TON CHAIN HOIST $195. 6,000 pound cofﬁn hoist $195. Retails for around $600 each. Plate Tamp Compactor $150. Call/text 828-289-1817. PROACTIVE LIFT: 500 capacity 500 pounds, hydraulic lift, remote control. $1,000; pick up only. Call 828-289-9260.

PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS with Scratch Pads! Press Room Printing. 704-482-2243. (704) 538-5788 HORSE QUALITY HAY FOR SALE. Call (704) 487-6855 STEEL BUILDINGS, CARPORTS, GARAGES, WORKSHOPS. Car, Truck, Boat, Storage. Grading & Concrete “Turn Key Job”! Large On-site Displays. J Johnson Sales. 2690 Hwy. 221, Forest City, NC. (828) 245-5895 J. JOHNSON SALES. Steel Buildings, Carports, Garages. Large On-site Display. J Johnson Sales in Forest City. (828) 245-5895

ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT FOR SALE. Boxes of switches, sockets, switch plates. All new. $1,150 or best offer. (704) 4719701 HEAVY DUTY TRAILER FOR SALE Muscadines and Scupadines for sale. Honey Bees for sale. 828-245-0956. Continued To Page 23

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FOR SALE ALL STEEL SHORT TRUCK BED $1800. Like new all steel truck bed. Came off short wheel base truck single wheel. obo. (704) 300-1818 kim_hopper@ bellsouth.net FIREWOOD FOR SALE. Seasoned Hardwood-1/2 ton-$70, 1/4 ton-$35, $15.00 delivery charge. Bundle packs-8 to 10 pieces-about 23 lbs.-$3 ea. (704) 435-3970 MEN’S BLACK NEW GENESIS CRUISER bicycle $50. 828-782-7221. CURRIER SPINET PIANO. VERY GOOD CONDITION! $450 . CALL (704) 692-9648 CLEVELAND MEMORIAL PLOTS. $4100 Beautiful resting place located in Cleveland Memorial Park. Fountain 3 lot 168, spaces 1+2, Poly Vaults package deal. Call or Text (828) 713-4187 SHOTGUN FOR SALE. Stoeger P-3500 12 gauge pump shotgun, shoots up to 3 1/2 in. shells, Camouﬂage. $350. Call (828) 429-6763 TWO COMPOUND BOWS FOR SALE. Mathews solo cam bow for sale “ready to hunt” $125. and a Reﬂex Bow for sale “ready to hunt” $100. 828-4470913.

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MORGAN’S FIREWOOD. Cut, split, delivered, seasoned mix hardwood, ideal outdoor ﬁre pit wood. $75., throw off price, $10 extra to stack. Cash only. Cut 16’’ to 18’’ length. 828-3950758.

TOY POODLE PUPPIES. 1st shots & wormed. $350 cash. Call 704-466-5883.

5X8 UTILITY TRAILER. mesh ﬂoor, ramp gate, one owner, 2015 model, owner’s manual, clean title, lightly used. $525. 828-286-4966 or 740-4038914, leave message.

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FREE CATS. I have FREE Female cats and 1 Male cat that have been ﬁxed and shots upto-date. Call 704-562-0370.

I PAY CASH FOR DIABETIC TEST STRIPS. Up to $10 per 100ct. Must be Unused, Unexpired. I’m local and pay fast. (828) 577-4197 WANTED. 30 to 40 pieces of used 5V metal rooﬁng. Also, Old Stone Chimney to tear down. 704-538-8741 or 828429-4794. WANTED 100 JUNK CARS AND trucks weekly. We pay top prices! **ALSO** Rental property for sale. 309 Flat Drive, Buffalo, SC. $79,000. 864-347-2080.

CARS & TRUCKS

2015 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500HD. Black, 6.0 Gas, 4x4, Automatic, 173,000 miles, asking $22,000, (704) 4776894 2013 HONDA ODYSSEY HANDICAP VAN. 81,740 miles, electric side ramp, timing belt changed at 74,446 by Forest City Honda. Asking $28,000. Call 828-289-9260. 1999 PONTIAC FIREBIRD V6, 149,000 MILES. Auto., power windows/locks, very good condition, good tires/brakes, $3,995 ﬁrm! Excellent buy at this price! Call/text 828-2891817.

FARM & GARDEN SQUARE BALES OF HAY. Large quantities, different lots, some lots over 100 bales $4,$5,$6,$7,$8. Also Round Bales $35. (704) 418-1744

PETS & LIVESTOCK EGO CORDLESS ELECTRIC MOWER. New EGO 21” Cordless Electric Mower. (still in the box) Powered by an ARC Lithium 56V battery that has 55 minutes run time on one full charge. Also include the battery charger. This mower exceeds the power of gas with 6.0 Ft. Lbs. Torque pushing 3360 Watts of power. Also includes a 5 yr. warranty from the manufacture. I am selling this mower for $400.00. A new mower at the big box stores like this will cost over $500.00 (704) 692-4765 wilcurb@aol.com

10’X10’X6’ DOG KENNELS. Dog Houses and Dog Buildings. Delivery & Set Up Available. J Johnson Sales in Forest City. (828) 245-5895 CHIHUAHUA PUPPY. 14 weeks old. Ready for new home. Dewormed, 1st set of shots. $300. Chiweenie puppy $100. 704-466-6983.

BLACK LEATHER VEST FOR SALE. Hand made by no other than Dirty Bill of Roan Mountain Tenn. Never worn. Serious inquires only. Call 704-297-5309. CLASSIC TOY TRAINS’ MAGAZINES. 20 Years (1994-2014) All Are In Red Classic Toy Train Binders. Excellent Condition! $150. Call (704) 473-9314 USED CAMPER TOPS FOR SALE: Various sizes and styles. Keep it dry and safe! Also available: glass to repair some camper tops. 828-3518846. COINS FOR SALE. 23 18781900 one dollar Morgan coin, replica coins $100. 20 Bitcoin Commemorative coin $100. (828) 453-0828 NEW REAR END for Chevrolet pick-up. 92 to 98 model. $650 or best offer. 828-4471254, if no answer, leave message.

OUTSTANDING RUSSIAN MAINECOON KITTENS We have some outstanding kittens. Prices start at 2100$2500. TICA registered kitten and also a health guarantee. Female dbe and female odd eyed pet is more start at 3600 and up silver male. Text or call : (740) 979-9668 maddieranoo1998@gmail.com TOY MALTI POO PUPPIES. Males & females. Dew claws removed & tails docked. Wormed & groomed with Puppy Chow Kit. $500 up to $800. 3 yr. old Malti Poo male, cream colored, sweet disposition, $600, can be used as stud or pet. 2 neutered male Manx cats. 1 black, 1 orange. $300 each. Call, NO texts. (828) 391-0919

MOTORCYCLE FOR SALE. 1999 Honda Magnum with saddlebags. 4 cylinder. $30,000 miles. $3,000 negotiable. 828447-8141.

2017 FORD ESCAPE Grey, SE AWD. Immaculate, 1 Local Owner, Very Good Condition, Non-Smoker Car, Automatic, 86,600 Miles, Fully serviced W/ All records since new, Brand New Engine just installed with 5 Year Warranty. $11,999.00. Call (704) 913-1033 2005 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. Silver Metallic, 6 Cylinder, Auto., 219,700 miles, $5000.00, Good condition and good tires, CD changer, cassette player. Original owner! (864) 490-6221

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NO HEAT BILLS HERE. 1 Bedroom Apartment. Excellent location (Shelby), small quiet complex. Recently renovated. Stove, refrigerator. NO PETS OR SMOKING. Fully furnished. Heat and water included in $695 month rent. (704) 487-5480

FOR SALE BY OWNER In Kings Mountain. Nice 2 BR House, new roof, plus storage building, good neighborhood. $215,000. (704) 473-5240 RUTHERFORD COUNTY

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

2014 FORD FUSION. 6 speed manual, 125,000 miles, clear coat peeling in some areas, but in good condition. Runs/drives great. $6500. 707-499-0594.

WANTED: OLD AND NEW AMMO. Reloading supplies. Call 828-245-6756 or cell # 828-289-1488. WANT TO BUY CARS & TRUCKS. Trailers, Tractors, Farm Equipment. Must have ID and proof of ownership. Callahan’s Towing. (704) 692-1006

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2005 HARLEY DAVIDSON. 21” Apes, Custom Indicators, Shotgun Exhaust Pipes, Remote Control Garage Door Opener, Chrome Switches, Braided Cables. 14,800 Miles. Original Owner. $5000 obo. (909) 9005777

LAUREL HILL APARTMENTS LOCATED IN SHELBY NC. Is currently accepting applications for our 2 and 3 bedroom Townhomes. Rent is based on income (and even some expenses are deducted). Call or visit today! 1526 Eaves Road, Shelby, NC or call for more information. Equal Housing Opportunity. (704) 487-1114 GASTON COUNTY

FOR RENT CLEVELAND COUNTY 680 NC HWY 226 #70. Casar NC. Cabin. 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms. Rent $1175 mo., Deposit $1175. Includes up to $125 Utilities! Application fee $25 per adult. 704-214-4180 1003-B MARK DRIVE, SHELBY, NC. Top Floor Apartment. 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. Rent $925 mo, Deposit $925. Application Fee $25 per adult. 704214-4180. LIONS SENIOR VILLAGE. Has 1 bedroom HUD subsidized apartments for low income seniors. Taking applications now. Age 62 or older. Equal Housing Opportunity. 211 North Morgan Street, Shelby, NC (704) 482-7723 (704) 482-7723 Lions@RPMMANAGED.COM

MOBILE HOME FOR RENT. 2 BR, 1 BA Mobile Home in Cherryville, NC. Completely remodeled. $950/mth. + deposit. 704842-1090. RUTHERFORD COUNTY

QUAINT HOME NEAR DOWNTOWN RUTHERFORDTON. Beautiful, well maintained 5 bedroom, 2 bath home. Less than a block from Rutherford Regional Health Hospital. Hardwood ﬂoors, 3 car garage, large covered front porch on .47 acres. $330,000.00 Call Mike Gilliam at 828-606-5320 or Mark White at 828-693-3962 for more info. Mark White and Associates 233 White St., Hendersonville, NC 28739; NC RE License #54459. Rutherfordton, NC 28139

CAMPGROUND/RV PARK SPOTS $650. month. Full hook-ups, 10 minutes from Forest City, 12 minutes from Equestrian Center with on-site laundry. 560 Hester Mill Road, Rutherfordton. 828-447-9622. LARGE APARTMENT ON BOLD CREEK. Large BR, 1BA. Lake Lure/Greenhill area, Rutherford County. Fireplace, secluded, quiet. Living-room & kitchen. Utilities furnished. Pet friendly. 828-744-9191. TWO BEDROOM, TWO BATH. Just remodeled. Quiet, wooded park. First, last and security. Background check, No pets. (828) 429-9276

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LAND FOR SALE, CAMP GROUND on land. Price lowered $160,000 to $150,000. 828-453-0828. 3795-3925 Hollis Road, Ellenboro, NC 28040

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1989 CHEVROLET CORVETTE Convertible. AT, AC, PW, PL, CC, red/ black, red leather interior, 40,000 miles, very good cond. (843) 6095903

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28 FT. 1984 PACE ARROW $10,000. Converted to a tiny home. Set up as a tiny home in a RV park. Must be moved by a ﬂatbed. 828-453-0828.

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