Izell O. Flack sat in the dining room of Fair Haven in Forest City recently munching on a donut during snack time and talked about turning 104 years old on October 29. Her daughter Rachel Jimeson, 61, joined her mom for the afternoon.
Mrs. Flack has another daughter, Sherry Floyd, a retired McDowell County School teacher. She also has five grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.
“I felt like an old grandma” Mrs. Flack said when she talked about turning 104 years old. Family and Fair Haven friends and staff celebrated with her with gifts and a birthday cake on her birthday.
Mrs. Flack has had good health all her life and never had to take any medication until she fell and broke her leg about four years ago. With the help of Rachel, (who has two grown children) she was able to stay at home in Marion until February (2025) when she moved to Fair Haven. Sherry knew that was better for her mom because of her job at the VA Clinic in Forest City. Rachel stayed with her mom weekends and nights and there was a caregiver during the day.
“So I was able to keep her at home until February,” Rachel said.
old and got the surprise of her life.
“I thought I was dying,” she said. She was always healthy and the trip to the doctor was out of the ordinary. She was more than surprised to learn at age 42 she wasn’t dying, but was pregnant with Rachel.
the sweet molasses she would taste from the sugar cane.
Another favorite chore at home was milking cows.
with the Farm League but had to go to the war.
Raising her own children, Mrs. Flack worked several jobs including working at Bost Bakery in Valdese and at a hosiery mill in Shelby.
“I was asked to travel to New York,” she said to be a model for the hosiery product. She turned the job down.
She would later retire at Drexel.
She never traveled much, although she lived in Mississippi when her husband Mr. Flack was stationed there while in the military. However, Mrs. Flack traveled to Germany with Rachel to see daughter Sherry and her husband when the couple had their first grandchild in 1974.
“Germany is the prettiest place I’ve ever seen,” she said. “We went to a bullfight there,” she said. They stayed two months traveling to several other areas in Europe while camping all the way in a Volkswagen van.
“We loved camping,” Mrs. Flack said.
She is a longtime member of Mt. Moriah Methodist Church and with a gentle smile said her favorite Bible story is “Jesus Loves the Little Children.”
“I love it here,” Mrs. Flack said of Fair
Daughter Sherry was born in 1948.
Mrs. Flack was married to Paul E. Flack and although they were later divorced, the couple remained friends and shared parenting.
Mrs. Flack was a daughter of Ambrose Odom and Willie McFarland Odom of Casar and lived a simple life.
Growing up, all the children had chores to do and one that Mrs. Flack disliked was picking cotton.
“I’d hide behind the shrubbery,” she laughed. But when the
At their childhood home, Mrs. Flack said the family had a “homemade swing” and they played baseball and other games. The children were also taught to obey and respect their parents and if they didn’t there were consequences.
“She’d get her hickory stick,” Mrs Flack said of her mother. “She was the boss.”
Mrs. Flack went to Casar High School in Cleveland County where she played basketball.
“That was my favorite part of going to school,” she said. She talked about the more than an hour long bus ride to school.
Growing up, she also watched her dad play baseball. He played
Article by Jean Gordon. Photos contributed.
Surrounded by gifts and flowers, Mrs. Flack enjoys her 104th.
Mrs. Flack smiles with Fair Haven nurse Wendy Havro.
At 97, Mrs. Flack at the Grand Ole Opry.
Students inducted into National Technical Honor Society at Isothermal Community College
Isothermal Community College recently hosted the annual National Technical Honor Society (NTHS) Induction Ceremony, recognizing outstanding career and technical education students from Isothermal, Chase High School, East Rutherford High School, R-S Central High School, and Polk County High School.
The ceremony, held at the Foundation Performing Arts and Conference Center, celebrated students for their academic achievement, leadership, and excellence in technical fields.
NTHS promotes the values of skill, honesty, service, responsibility, scholarship, citizenship, and leadership among students pursuing technical education. Each year, the society recognizes top performers across the region who are preparing for in-demand careers.
Dr. Margaret Annunziata, president of Isothermal Community College, welcomed guests and congratulated the new inductees. The program also featured remarks from Kaye Harris, NTHS advisor at Polk County High School; Dr. Charlie Freeman, director of high school curriculum and career and technical education for Rutherford County Schools; and Susan Newman, chapter services specialist with the National Technical Honor Society.
Isothermal’s chapter continues to grow each year under the guidance of college advisors Tiffany Cooper and Sarah Kilgo, who support students in advancing their leadership and technical skills both in and out of the classroom.
The inductees are: Chase High School
Seniors: Molly Burke, Jada Corey, Rayna Dale, MyleeKaye Fincher, Emma Gordon, Nataleigh Haga, Garrett McGinnis, Emma Millette, Georgia Mitchell, Malayna Padgett, Emmanuel Perez, Matthew Raborne, Alexa Schlutow, Maverick Smith, Savanah Smith, Kelton Wilson, Carlos Ziranda
Brianna Lucas, Teri Martin, Marilla Okpych, Ashlyn Osment, Makayla Squires East Rutherford High School
Seniors: Kelly Bailey, Maresa Beheler, Skyler Edwards, Landon Flynn, Keyona Garcia, Cole Grayson, Charlie Hall, Jessie Greenway, Casse McFarland, Cooper Oglesby, Gavin Palmer, Jenna Pintuff, Nathaniel Thompson, Garryn Thompson, Brady Swain, Zilah Dewberry, Scarlett Brown
Juniors: Dyalla Abuzir, Lylah Goforth, Mallory Wray, Julia Hutchins, Jadyn Padgett, Carter Wilkie, Kate Swain, Bethany Jenkins, Kalin Twitty, Jonathan Snyder, Riley Adkins, Destinee Henson, Colby Pack, Remy Jones, Autumn Fagan, Marcus Short, Molly Randolph R-S Central High School
Seniors: Mia Bautista, Caden Greene, Rachel Greene, Hailey Gurley, Sullivan Hawkins, Teagan Hill, Jacob Hudgins, Morgan Magers, Abagail Mast, Havyn
McCurry, Ethan Perrault, Noel Roach, Taylor Simmons, Katerina Steppe, Bonnie Trautman, Ryan Whiteside, Ryan Wills, John Wood, Bryson Yelton
Juniors: Teagan Bailey, Corean Booth, Aiden Dean, Bradley Henry Bynum, Mya Calloway, Madelyn Carroll, Carter Cobb, Garrett Croussore, Joshua Fillers, Ava Francis, Olivia Gates, Doc Higgins, Layna Jeffords, Gracelyn Lail, Layla Lancaster, Kaylie Montcastle, Meagan Prevatt, Matthew Pruett, Angel Rosas Chavez, Andrew Sutton, Nathan Tang,
Adriana Tartaglia, Alyssa Tate, Brynn Walker, Bryson Wallace, Sawyer Westbrook Polk County High School
Seniors: Madeline CruzMejia, Nathaniel Harms, Cooper Meyer, Alexander Perry, Riyah Schroyer, Bailey Staton, Thomas Varnadore Juniors: Keidi Aguilera Garcia, Santiago Alviar Ramirez, Hurley Bell, Gabriella Betancourt, Brady Carroll, Chloe Emory, Ava Evans, Virginia Gambrell, Diego Gonzalez-Callejas, Taylor Harden, Taylor Hensley, Hannah Kirby, Samantha Labreche, Chloe
SALE OPENDOORSBOTH8:30am DAYS until 2:30pm RAIN OR SHINE FRIDAY & SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 21 & 22
The house with a thousand items (plus more)
Marble top table, multiple small tables, lamps, 2 rockers, 2 matching fabric chairs, 2 clean and working lift chairs, several pieces of electronics, lots of glassware, fine crystal pieces, collectibles, a like new handicap sling style bed, day bed, Maytag dryer, Whirlpool washer, sofa, loveseat, & matching chair, lots of kitchenware and small kitchen appliances, (many new in the boxes) lots of nice framed prints, mega amount of totes full of holiday decorations, vintage school desk & chair, kitchen table & chairs, large doll collection, Morse sewing machine, sewing supplies, Pyrex bowls, bedroom suite, cookbook collection, wheel barrow, garage storage cabinets, and MORE. This house has way too much for me to start to list it all.
NOTE: THIS IS A RESIDENTIAL NEIGHBORHOOD, PARKING IS A MAJOR ISSUE. I’M ASKING THAT BOTH SIDES OF THE ROAD ARE NOT BLOCKED, THAT EVERYONE IS RESPECTFUL OF PEOPLE’S YARDS SO DO NOT PARK ON GRASS, & PLEASE DON’T BLOCK DRIVEWAYS!
Heather Anderson, Katelynn Brooks, Kimberly Brown, Hayle Byers, Emily Chuqui-Conder, Cameron Crisp, Ashley Flack, June Hardin, Robert Hawkins, Deborah Kennedy, Jennifer Lawrence, Tabitha Lucas, Jamie Marr, Shanna Ngha, Clarissa Pressley, Bryson Reep, Lisa Phillips, Drew Hicks, Kearah Carson, Victoria Spencer, Danielle Adkins, Gregory Giggie, Thomas Giggie, Ruby-Louise Newton, Frida Kenney, Leanna Perry, Dustin Bolt,
New Rutherford County Community Choir has first concert Saturday
The newly organized Rutherford County Community Choir is presenting its inaugural music program, New Beginnings, on November 22 at 7pm at the First United Methodist Church, Rutherfordton.
Choral director Dr. Ben Stogner, minister of music at Florence Baptist Church, encourages everyone to “be a part of our first concert as we celebrate the joy of music, friendship and hometown talent.”
“This is a good collection of all kinds of music,” said Stogner. “We will do some classical, some spiritual, Broadway and of course Christmas music to get us in the mood for the holidays,” Stogner said.
“The music is back, Rutherford County,” he said.
“And if you’ve ever wanted to sing in a choir, now’s your chance,” he said.
The choir’s spring season will begin in January with rehearsals.
Stogner said the choir will be preparing for the February 27, 2026 Festival of Choirs to be held at the Foundation, Isothermal Community College. “We will have county schools’ choirs, the Rutherford County Community Choir and others,” he said.
Robert King, a member of the choir, recalls being a part of the former community choir when he was a freshman in high school.
“We are so fortunate to have Dr. Stogner come into our area and direct the choir,” King said. “If you’re thinking about joining the choir and if you want to sing, join us and meet new people.”
“We are not all educated musicians,” King said of the choir members. “Most of us are lay people and we’d like to get younger people to join us.”
Stogner says the new choir is an all-inclusive choral ensemble based in Rutherford County and is an exciting new extension of the renowned Palmetto Mastersingers of Columbia, SC.
Stogner is married to his wife Erica and father to his daughters Elena and Evelyn, and his newborn son Elliot. He has his DMA from the University of South Carolina and his masters and undergraduate degrees from Liberty University. He has a passion for music and a desire to use his musical talent to benefit the community.
“Whether you’re a seasoned vocalist or new to choral singing, there’s a place for you here,” he said.
Rehearsals are held Tuesdays from 6:30-8pm at Florence Baptist Church.
There is no admission fee to Saturday’s first concert, but donations are appreciated to support the choir’s mission.
NC MedAssist will bring its Mobile Free Pharmacy to Rutherford County on Friday, November 21, offering free over-the-counter medicine to individuals in need.
Organizations participating in this event include The Healing Tide, United Way, RHA Preventative Services, and Faith Community Health Ministry.
This event is free and open to the public. Participants can select items that include, but are not limited to, pain relievers, cold and cough medicine, antihistamines, digestive aids, vitamins, and children’s medicines. All items are subject to availability. Individuals must be at least 18 years old to receive medicine. No identification, proof of residency, or income eligibility is required. There is no need to register.
The event also serves as an opportunity to identify individuals who may need and qualify for NC MedAssist’s Free Pharmacy Program. Residents of North Carolina who are uninsured and fall at or below 300% of the poverty level can enroll to receive prescription medications at no cost.
This event is sponsored by Atrium Health.
More information can be found at medassist. org/mobile-free-pharmacy
NC MedAssist is on a mission to dispense hope through improved health. As North Carolina’s only statewide nonprofit pharmacy, NC MedAssist provides prescription medication at no cost to uninsured NC residents falling at or below 300% of the federal poverty level. NCMA also provides overthe-counter medicine to all NC residents through its OTC Free Store in Charlotte and at Mobile Free Pharmacy events through the state annual. To learn more about NC MedAssist, visit www. medassist.org.
Shopping and a birthday song LOCAL
Article Provided By: Derek Page
Article Provided By: Jean Gordon. Rutherford County Community Choir Photos.
Evelyn Williams (right) was among the shoppers at the Holiday Bazaar at the Wesleyan Methodist Church in Forest City Saturday and was honored on her birthday as other shoppers and church members joyfully sang Happy Birthday. She turned 97 on Monday, November 17. Daughter Nancy accompanied her to the bazaar, which has been ongoing for more than 20 years as a fundraiser for the church. Also shown are other shoppers at the tasting table.
Mountain BizWorks is celebrating a decade of ScaleUp as it opens applications for the fourteenth cohort of the transformative program. Designed to help existing small businesses reach their growth potential across Western North Carolina, ScaleUp has served more than 200 growing companies across 13 cohorts since its 2015 launch. The program is open to founders in 26 WNC counties, encouraging small business growth across the region.
Applications for the 14th cohort are now open through January 15, 2026, with the program officially kicking off on March 13, 2026. ScaleUp WNC provides established businesses with the strategic guidance, peer networks, and resources needed to reach their next level of growth, creating jobs and economic opportunity throughout Western North Carolina in the process.
management training and develop actionable plans in a supportive peer-to-peer environment. The program begins with a kickoff event and continues through eight core sessions focused on strategic growth planning, leadership, and scaling operations. Each business will also receive 10 hours of one-on-one technical assistance to put their growth strategies into action.
For 2026, up to 15 WNC-based businesses will be selected for the new cohort. Applicants should meet the following eligibility criteria:
• Be a for-profit company based in one of WNC’s 26 counties
• Have been in business for at least two years
Ideally have annual revenues between $150,000 and $2.5 million
• Employ at least one full-time person (including founder/owner)
• Have identified specific opportunities for expansion
“ScaleUp is about unlocking potential. It’s for founders who’ve proven they can build something solid and are now ready to go bigger with intention,” said Gwynne RukenbrodSmith, Business Growth Specialist at Mountain BizWorks. “This program gives them the tools and a supportive network as they scale. Over the 10 years of the program, we’ve seen businesses quadruple their revenue, create quality jobs, and redefine what success looks like in Western North Carolina.”
Learn more about eligibility and evaluation criteria, and apply by January 15, 2026, at ScaleUpWNC. com.
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by Pat Jobe
Some people will claim to know a whole lot more than we do. One friend’s mother once told him, “I don’t know everything, but what I don’t know is irrelevant.” Yes, she had a little bit of an ego problem. Or maybe it was a great big ego problem.
Will Rogers nailed it when he said, “Everybody’s ignorant, just about different things.”
So here is something I think I know, but I could be wrong. Most of us are wrong to think God is in the clouds. Of course, what most people call “God” is in the clouds
It takes an idiot to claim knowing as much as certain folks do
and everywhere else, but that “everywhere else” is the catch that catches way too many of us.
The late Lewis Grizzard, who was among the funniest people alive, told a story about being scared of Jesus. He heard a testimony from a recovering alcoholic who said Jesus came and sat down next to him in a bar and convinced him to quit drinking. Grizzard said the story scared him because he and his cousins would sneak and smoke cigarettes behind their granny’s barn. He just knew Jesus was gonna come around the corner and catch him smoking.
There are so many stories like that version of Jesus showing up and changing people’s lives, but that’s not the only way it happens. Many see the light at revival services, Sunday morning services, classes, conversations with friends. And for most of them, maybe not all, the Jesus they find is
not in the clouds. He’s right there with them. It can be as simple as what the founder of Methodism, John Wesley, called his heart “strangely warmed.” Prior to Wesley’s experience among a small group in Bible study, his ministry was an utter failure. After that experience, he had success that puts millions of Methodists in the world today.
We are living through a time when churches, preachers, Sunday school teachers are meeting with strange failures and successes. Millions are leaving and millions are coming in. It’s mighty confusing math, but truth will out. Whether people find the way, the truth and the life sitting next to them in a bar or strange warmth, it is always there for the asking.
But here are a couple of questions that might make some folks mad. Is what we are looking for found with a simple profession of faith?
Free community Thanksgiving meals
Free Thanksgiving meals are being served in areas in Rutherford County.
On Wednesday, November 26, St. Francis Episcopal Church is providing a free community meal for anyone who wants to attend. The meal will be served from 11:30am to 1pm in the Parish House of St. Francis Parish House at 395 North Main Street, Rutherfordton.
The meal will also be for take out for those wishing to drive thru at the dental complex located adjacent to the Parish House also from 11:30am to 1pm.
The community meal has been a tradition at St. Francis for decades and continues to be a strong ministry in the community.
The meal consists of turkey, dressing, gravy, green beans,
will be provided “to go” at the Grace of God Rescue Mission on Thanksgiving Day beginning at 11am.
“If you know of a less fortunate person or a family that needs a meal, please invite them to come to the mission for a to-go meal,” said Terry Hagaman, director.
Or are we to be judged by our actions as promised in Revelation 20:12? The passage reads, “The dead were judged from the things which were written in the books, according to their deeds.” While the capacity for forgiveness feels universal and infinite and full of grace, how many of us want to stand before the throne having never fed the hungry, clothed the naked, visited the sick and imprisoned or made peace as we are told to do in Matthew 25? My friend, Scott Whisnant, calls it “an open-book test.”
If you are not acting with kindness, care, empathy, generosity and a servant’s heart, how is that working for you?
Contact Pat Jobe at patjobe13@gmail.com.
The church expects to serve at least 1,300 meals on Wednesday.
Pre-orders are also available by calling 828-2873888.
Monetary donations are being received. Send donations to St. Francis Episcopal Church, 395 North Main Street, Rutherfordton.
sweet potato casserole, cranberry sauce, roll and dessert. Call Stephanie Williams at 828-429-0146 for more information.
Toni Belhu is priest at St. Francis and St. Gabriel’s in Rutherfordton. Grace of God mission serving meal Free Thanksgiving meals
The Mission is also served a Christmas Eve meal on December 24 at 11am. The mission will be giving fruit baskets, gloves and scarves to those who come to the mission.
Hagaman reminds the public donations for the meal are needed and being accepted.
“For just $5 you can provide one of these dinners or one of the more than 43,000 meals that the mission will be providing over the next year,” Hagaman said. “Your gift can help provide meals to the hungry in the community.”
Article Provided By: Jean Gordon
Aiming Outdoorsmen Toward Christ
East Rutherford Middle School Wrestling Team takes on Shelby Middle
East Middle Wrestling Schedule
By Gary Miller
Nov. 20 away at RS Middle - 4:15pm
When I’m bow hunting, one of the first things I do is range distances, so I don’t have to do it when (if) a deer shows up. After ranging these distances, I find a marker to remind me of what that distance is. The second thing I do (and do it throughout the hunt) is visualize where and how a deer might show up – and how I would respond. I think about angles. I look at obstacles. And I visualize how I will have to maneuver how I’m sitting in order to position myself for a shot. I will also raise my bow to simulate how it all could go down. Every hunter does this. It sounds simplistic and even immature, but what we do is pretend. Probably the same thing we did as a kid. Yeah, I know that doesn’t sound too professional, but that’s exactly what it is. It just pretending a desired or potential situation. And the truth is, if I have visualized (pretended) it enough, when reality comes, the chances are I will be less surprised, less uncertain, and more confident. And if done repeatedly, I will drown out negative thoughts and doubts that will flood my mind during a real encounter. Visualizing or pretending is not faking it until you make it. It’s visualizing or pretending what you already know and who you already are. Because there are voices and past situations that are always there to try to tell you something different. Pretending is a great tool – in life – and as a Christian. It allows us to feed our minds the truth about who we are, whose we are, and the truth about our circumstances, until the encounter comes. Let me explain. Right now, you feel like God has forgotten about you, that He’s nowhere to be found, and even that He doesn’t care. That’s what you “feel.”
But you “know” that’s not the truth. You know it from what the scriptures say and from your past experiences, and from the present and past experiences of others. Your feelings cause doubt, uncertainty, and a loss of confidence. But because you know, you pretend. You visualize. You imagine. But not because of fantasy. Because of reality. Here’s how that looks. When you’re in the season of doubt, you pick up your Bible. You range the distance it covers and begin pretending with sentences like these. “God has not forgotten about me.” “God has never left me and will never leave me.” “God cares about my life and all that I’m going through.” “God loves me because He just can’t help it.” And say these and do these not because you’re pretending to have a hope-so possibility, but because you have been bombarded with lies that have affected how you feel. As hard as it may be right now, start pretending what you already know is a reality.
Join me every Tuesday morning on Zoom as we dig a little deeper into this article. 7:30 eastern time. Go to the website 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.
The East Rutherford Middle School Viking Wrestling Team took a hard loss against the Shelby Middle School Blue Devils. Coach Ray Chino stated, “These are great kids on and off the mat. Most are fairly new to the sport and have a lot of potential. They are working hard and I believe they will improve as the season progresses.” The Vikings are coached by Ray Chino and Sharod Hines.
Nov. 24 home against Crest Middle - 4:15pm
Dec. 4 home against Chase Middle4:15pm
Dec. 9 home against RS Middle - 4:15pm
Dec. 13 Tournament at East Lincoln Middle
Dec. 16 Conference
Playoffs
Dec. 18 Conference Championship
Top Prospect Elite Silverbacks win Youth Football Midget Division Championship
Shown here at the Top Prospect Elite Silverbacks, Cleveland County Youth Football Champions, Midget Division who defeated the Shelby Golden Lions 36-0 on November 8 at Shelby High School.
The Silverbacks program is open to any youngsters in Rutherford County, but feeds into East Middle School and East High School where the team’s home games are played. The coaches are Rocky Williams, Neil Wingo, Andy
Gibbon, Adam Yelton, Eric Davis and Billy Lowrance. The players are Jeremiah Freeman, Kannon Cooper, Jaimarri Burdine, Denim Herron, Kijewel Kingston Bradley “King,” Justice Moore, Rylan Webster, Jaxxson Swepson, Jace Humphries, Loyal Hunt, Ta’Darius Bates, Malachi Sturgill, Jaidas Hopper, Hudson Gibbon, Briar Yelton, Remington Stafford, Kenjerel Mills Dahmarein Miller “DJ,” Byron Forney, Isaac Hunt, Nasir Logan, Harlem McEntire, Braylen
Logan, Zamir Logan Board Members for the Midget program are Rocky Williams, Neil Wingo, Dwight Davenport, Shantell Hamilton, Wanda Edgerton, Detra Lee, Alexandria Suttles and Molly Canipe. Cheerleaders for this team are Kyla Logan, Irelynn Morris, Ayvah Joiner, Avaeyah Joiner, Dezi Harrill, Havyn Easton, Kennedi Swepson, Ny’ell Black, Lalanaa Brown, Arianah Martin and Ambriella Bristol.
Top Prospect Elite Silverbacks win Mighty Mite Division (K-2) Youth Football Championship
A 2024 Economist/ YouGov poll found that turkey continues to reign supreme on the Thanksgiving dinner table. When asked what they’ll be eating at Thanksgiving dinner, 67 percent of poll participants indicated they plan to eat turkey, making it the most popular food to find its way onto the dinner table for this popular holiday. Additional staples also remain wildly popular among Thanksgiving celebrants, suggesting that food is among the
asked
Shown here are the Top Prospect Elite Silverbacks who are the Cleveland County Youth Football Champions in the Mighty Mite Division (K-2) They defeated the Kings Mountain Mountaineers 14-8 in the championship game played at Shelby High School. Most of the players are from the area served by East Rutherford High School where they play their home games, but the teams are open to all kids in Rutherford County. Silverbacks president, Rocky Williams, expressed
Swepson, Jarvis Hopper, Gerald Jones and Georgio Foster. Players are, with their jersey numbers: 1- Lemuel Jimerson “Quest”, 2-
board members are Rocky Williams, Neil Wingo, Dwight Davenport, Shantell Hamilton, Wanda Edgerton, Detra Lee, Alexandria Suttles and Molly Canipe. Cheerleaders shown here are Jaz’len Davenport, Morgan Bethea, Peyton Jimerson, Atarah McIntyre, Riley Carson, Nuri Black, Aerionna Young, Catalina Garcia, Alivia Anderson, Samantha Valentine, McKenna Twitty, Lili Anne Curry, Paxleigh Lane, Zy’Nola Staley and Aeiress Hines.
Article Provided By: Pat Jobe
Article Provided By: Amanda Freeman
New Lake Lure playground represents hope and resilience
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina (Blue Cross NC), in partnership with national nonprofit KABOOM!, unveiled a vibrant new playground recently at Morse Park — a milestone in western North Carolina’s recovery following Hurricane Helene nearly one year ago. Designed by children from Lake Lure and built by community volunteers and Blue Cross NC employees, the playground reflects a shared commitment to youth mental health, whole-
person well-being, and community resilience.
For Lake Lure, the new playspace is more than a place to play — it’s a symbol of healing, hope, and connection for families still rebuilding after last year’s devastating storm.
“This milestone build is more than a number — it represents a promise to North Carolina’s children that their joy and healing matter deeply to all of us at Blue Cross NC,” said Kelly Calabria, Chief Communications, Marketing
and Corporate Social Responsibility Officer. “In times of recovery, spaces like this playground become more than places to play — they become places of healing, connection, and hope.”
The playground’s design was inspired by drawings submitted by Lake Lure children over the summer, ensuring the final structure reflects the imagination and creativity of the next generation. This community-led approach reinforces the importance
Forest Service offering discounts for veterans, active military on tree orders
The N.C. Forest Service is offering a 20% discount on tree seedling orders placed by active, honorably discharged or retired military personnel throughout November. The discount applies to the first $500 for all new orders, up to a $100 discount.
“Many veterans and current military members serving to protect our freedoms are also woodland owners who work hard to help keep North Carolina forests healthy and thriving,” said Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler. “This discount is one way we can show our appreciation to those who
have given away so much.” To qualify for the discount, proof of service is required. A valid military ID, Department of Defense Form 214/215 or National Guard Bureau Form 22/22A is acceptable. Standard shipping rates still apply. Tree seedlings may be ordered by calling 1-888-NCTREES or by visiting www.buynctrees. com.
The N.C. Forest Service Nursery and Tree Improvement Program ensures that residents of North Carolina have access to the best native trees and genetics available for use on their land.
Select “current seedling inventory” at www.ncagr. gov/divisions/nc-forestservice/nursery-treeimprovement-program.
Article Provided By: N.C. Forest Service
of inclusive, child-centered spaces that promote physical, emotional, and social development.
“Rebuilding this playground is more than replacing equipment,” Calabria added. “It’s about restoring hope, fostering resilience, and reuniting neighbors.”
The ribbon-cutting ceremony brought together local leaders, community members, and Blue Cross NC employee volunteers to celebrate the installation.
The build also marks Blue Cross NC’s 20th playground project with KABOOM!, underscoring the company’s long-standing commitment to building healthier communities across North Carolina.
This project is part of Blue Cross NC’s broader investment in youth mental health and infrastructure resilience in disasteraffected communities. Since October 2024, the company and its Foundation have
partnered with more than 70 organizations across western North Carolina to support long-term recovery efforts — from restoring services and deploying mobile care to strengthening trusted community networks.
By creating safe, joyful spaces for children to play, connect, and grow, Blue Cross NC continues to advance its mission of improving health and well-being for all North Carolinians — no matter their zip code or circumstances.
Article Provided By: Blue Cross Blue Shield
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: 1st Tues. monthly 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.
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.
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. monthly10am
Where: Fairfield Mountains Chapel; 1384 Buffalo Creek Rd., Lake Lure
More Info: Veterans welcome for free coffee & refreshments.
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; Regular Program 7:30pm Thursdays
Narcotics Anonymous meeting
When: Thursdays; 12:30-1:30pm Where: Community Healing Recovery & Thriving Center; 648 Withrow Rd., Forest City
Rutherfordton Kiwanis Club
Meeting When: 6:30-7:30pm (except 5th Thurs)
Where: Woodrow Jones Building, Rutherfordton
More Info: New members welcome and light dinner served. ruffkiwanis@gmail.com
Learn more about the history of the Confederacy
Contact teddybear93_890@ yahoo.com. Need new members interested in the history & will help preserve history. Contact me about joining the LT William Corbitt SCV camp. Meetings 2nd Thursday at Rutherfordton Annex.
More Info: Age 10 & up; crossstitch, needle point & slow stitching
Volunteer Opportunities
More Info: Rutherford County Habitat for Humanity’s affordable homes are making a positive impact on families in need. Volunteer & lay the foundation for a brighter tomorrow. Volunteers needed for construction, ReStore, Clothing Center, more. 828-245-0716, www.rutherfordhfh.org, habitat.org
NOVEMBER
November 21
Mobile Free Pharmacy
When: November 21; 9am-2pm
Where: Isothermal Community College; 286 ICC Loop Rd., Spindale
More Info: NC Med Assist Mobile Free Pharmacy is conducting an Over the Counter Medicine Giveaway. Open to all NC residents, no income requirements, no ID required, must be 18 to receive medicine. Free over-the-counter medicine, including allergy, cough, cold, vitamins, kids medicine, and more. The program is provided through Atrium Health.
November 22
Car Seat Safety Checks
When: November 22; 10am-2pm
Where: Walmart; 197 Plaza Dr., Forest City
More Info: Hosted by the Forest City Police Department. Certified technicians will be available to ensure your child’s car seat is properly installed and meets current safety standards. This event is FREE and open to the public!
The Rutherford County Community Choir Fall concert, New Beginnings
When: November 22; 7pm
Where: First United Methodist Church Rutherfordton; 264 N. Main St., Rutherfordton
More Info: Director, Dr. Benjamin Stogner. We are providing this concert free of charge to celebrate the return of RCCC! Consider donating to this wonderful choir and support the arts in Rutherford County!
Where: Ellenboro School Gym; 813 Piney Mountain Church Rd., Ellenboro
More Info: Host band, Jordan River. Admission $10; kids under 10, free.
December 2
Harris High Alumni & friends breakfast
When: December 2; 8:30pm
Where: Denny’s; 1493 US Hwy. 74A Bypass, Spindale
More Info: Renew old friendships or create new ones! RSVP by Nov. 30. 828-245-2658 or gerjoj@aol.com
Free clothing & flu vaccinations
When: December 2; 1- 4pm
Where: Rutherfordton Presbyterian Church; 252 N. Washington St., Rutherfordton
More Info: Hosted by Isothermal Community College, United Way of Rutherford County & Foothills Health District.
December 3
Tree Lighting Celebration and Holiday
Concert
When: December 3; 5:30pm
Where: Lake Lure Gazebo in Morse Park; 2948 Memorial Hwy., Lake Lure
More Info: Refreshments served.
December 5
Symphony of Rutherford County
Christmas celebration
When: December 5; 7:30pm
Where: The Foundation Performing Art Center; 286 ICC Loop Rd., Spindale
More Info: Features “I Heard The Bell on Christmas Day, A Charlie Brown Christmas, Hanukkah Festival; & more. Guest: Rutherfordton Elementary Choir, Senior Master Sgt. Robert Harrelson. Tickets: 828286-9990, FoundaitonShows.org.
November 22
Turkey Dinner
When: November 22; 4-7pm
Where: Bill’s Creek Community Center; 198 Club House Rd., Lake Lure
More Info: Take out available. $20 per plate; under 10 free. All proceeds support Bill’s Creek Community Center programs and activities.
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 25
Warm clothing give away & free flu
vaccines
When: November 25; 11am-3pm
Where: Bethel Baptist Church; 479 Main St., Ellenboro
More Info: Hosted by Isothermal Community College, United Way of Rutherford County & Foothills Health District.
November 26
Free Thanksgiving Meal
When: November 26; 11:30am-1pm
Where: St. Francis Episcopal Church
Parish Hall; 395 N. Main St., Rutherfordton
More Info: Take out also available.
November 27
Tree Lighting Ceremony
When: November 27; 6:30-9pm
Where: Main Street, Forest City
More Info: Several downtown businesses will be open during the event, come early and enjoy shopping before the lights come on at 7pm!
December 6
Spindale, Rutherfordton Christmas parade
When: December 6; 4pm
Where: Beginning in Spindale for the continuous parade route to Rutherfordton
More Info: Want to join the parade?
Register online by visiting the Town of Spindale’s Facebook page by Dec. 3.
Ladies Guild Annual Christmas Bazaar
When: December 6; 8am-2pm
Where: 1024 West Main St., Forest City
More Info: For the benefit of the Ladies Guild Ministries of Immaculate Conception Church
Christmas at Hart Square Village
When: December 6; 3-8pm
Where: Hart Square Village; 5055 Hope Rd., Vale
More Info: Experience the holiday season as it would have been in the early 1800’s as you stroll through the nation’s largest collection of historic log structures by lantern light. Tickets: https://www. hartsquare.com/visit/events/christmas-inthe-village-dec-6
Christmas Party When: December 6; Covered dish meal: 6pm. Pack shut in treat bags: 5pm
Where: Union Mills Community Development Club; 6097 Hudlow Rd., Union Mills
More Info: Raffle drawing. Cash prizes, Quilt, & other items.
November 27
Thanksgiving Meal
When: November 27; 2pm
Where: United Way of Rutherford County; 668 Withrow Rd., Forest City
More Info: 828-748-5948
Free Thanksgiving Meal
When: November 27; 11am
Where: Grace of God Rescue Mission; 537 W. Main St., Forest City
More Info: All take out meals.
November 28
Christmas at the Mall
When: November 28; 5-8:30pm
Where: Tri City Mall; 2270 College Ave., Forest City
More Info: Photos with Santa, live Christmas carolers, free hot beverages from participating shops, local vendors, and fun for the whole family.
November 29
Pet adoption and vendor event
When: November 29; 11am-3pm
Where: 607 Westbrook Dr., Rutherfordton
More Info: Sponsors: Hearts of the Foothills and Rutherford County Animal Control Services.
November 30
Forest City Christmas Parade
When: November 30; 3pm
Where: Main Street Forest City
More Info: Applications available at www.townofforestcity.com/.../forestcity-christmas, Forest City Town Hall Collections, 128 North Powell St. or United Bank, 142 North Watkins Dr..
December 7
Ellenboro Christmas Parade
When: December 7; 3pm
Where: Main Street, Ellenboro
More Info: To enter parade, call 828-4538611.
December 11
Coffee for Veterans
When: December 11; 10am
Where: Fairfield Mountains Chapel; 1384 Buffalo Creek Rd., Lake Lure
More Info: All veterans welcome for coffee, refreshments, and camaraderie.
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 placed on a Veteran’s grave this Dec. To make a donation visit wreathsacrossamerica.org/NC0092P or contact Genealogical Society of Old Tryon; 319 Doggett Rd,. Forest City 828-247-8700.
Christmas at the Depot (Ellenboro) When: December 13; 3-6pm
Where: 124 Depot St., Ellenboro
More Info: Hosted by Ellenboro Community Restoration Assn. Free event. Take photos with Santa & Mrs. Claus in the sleigh; tour the Depot; free coffee, chocolate milk and cookies.
Lattimore Wins Honors from North Carolina Society of Historians
Veterans saluted in Lake Lure
Rumbling Bald and the Town of Lake Lure hosted America’s veterans during a free breakfast, saluting their military service on Veterans Day. The event was held at Rumbling Bald resort and included veterans, their friends, families and students from Lake Lure Classical Academy. Photos courtesy of Laura Krejci
Robin S. Lattimore, of Rutherfordton, was honored by the North Carolina Society of Historians with two of the organization’s highest awards during a ceremony in Wilkesboro, on November 8, 2025.
Lattimore received the North Carolina History Book Award for his book Rutherfordton-Spindale Central High School: Home of the Hilltoppers 1925-2025, and the Paul Green Multi-Media Award for the companion, hourlong documentary film R-S Central High School: A Centennial Celebration.
“Mr. Lattimore has a reputation for producing firstrate, scholarly books and related materials,” said Dr. Maxine McCall, president of the NCHS. “He is one of this state’s most accomplished and prolific writers. His books are real treasures. It is an honor to recognize him for his incredible work.”
Lattimore is the author of more than 45 books and scholarly monographs that celebrate the people, places, and traditions of the American South. His publishers include the University Press of Mississippi, the University of North Carolina Center for Public Media, and Shire Books (Bloomsbury Publishing), of London, England. In addition, he served as the chief historian and commentator for the Emmy-nominated, PBS documentary film Gold Fever & the Bechtler Mint, produced by UNC-TV and released nationally in 2012.
Lattimore’s 472-page, hardcover book was published by the Rutherford County Historical Society, and funded, in part, by the Stonecutter Foundation. The book was designed by Dale Snyder. The companion film, written and directed by Lattimore, was produced by videographer Chad Medford.
Lattimore, who serves as an Official Historian of Rutherford County, and president of the Rutherford County Historical Society, has received the North Carolina History Book Award on three occasions in the past 20 years. He was named the North Carolina Historian of the Year, by the NC Society of Historians, in 2009, and was bestowed the legendary Order of the Long Leaf Pine, North Carolina’s highest civilian honor, in 2013. The North Carolina Society of Historians was formed in December 1941, on the campus of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Since the early days of World War II, the organization has presented awards annually to individuals and organizations who research, write and publish the history of North Carolina and its citizens. The organization supports the teaching of the state’s history at all levels, and encourages the preservation and promotion of North Carolina’s historical sites, battlefields, institutions, homes, buildings, and monuments.
Article Provided By: TJCA. Robin Lattimore Photo.
Historian Robin S. Lattimore at the Wilkes County Heritage Museum, Wilkesboro.
The elements pose a unique challenge to motor vehicles, and that’s particularly notable when seasons change. Though the shift from spring to summer or even summer to fall may not be too significant, drivers who want to safeguard their vehicles would be wise to take certain measures to prepare their cars or trucks
for winter weather. Winterizing a car can be an important part of vehicle maintenance. That’s particularly true for vehicle owners who live in regions where winter is marked by especially cold temperatures and/or significant snowfall. As fall gives way to winter, drivers can take these steps to winterize their vehicles.
• Address tires and tire pressure. The experts at Kelley Blue Book note the danger of aging and/ or poorly inflated tires, particularly in winter. Icy, wet and/or snow-covered roads can be dangerous to traverse, so it benefits drivers to examine their tires prior to winter. Worn down treads reduce traction and make it more difficult for vehicles to stop, which is already challenging on roads where ice is present. It’s equally important to keep tires properly inflated, as KBB reports each 10-degree dip in temperature can lead to a one-pound loss in air pressure. Poorly inflated tires can decrease performance and safety on the road.
damage. Windshield washer fluid also should be filled to ensure the windshield can be sufficiently cleaned of salt during and after snowstorms. A pre-winter oil change also can help the vehicle run smoothly throughout the colder months.
• Inspect belts and hoses.
KBB notes cold weather weakens belts and hoses, which can become brittle and fail in low temperatures. Belts and hoses should be checked prior to winter. Engines can overheat, electrical system problems can emerge and power steering may be compromised if belts and
hoses are allowed to fall into disrepair. Winter can be a challenging time of year for cars and trucks. Various strategies to winterize a car before the mercury drops can make it safer to be on the road when the weather turns cold.
• Check the battery and replace it, if necessary. Another step to winterize a car involves the battery that helps to keep the vehicle running. The automotive experts at Firestone note that sinking temperatures force the chemical reaction within vehicle batteries to slow, which reduces the amount of power the battery can generate. In fact, Firestone estimates a battery can lose as much as 60 percent of its strength in freezing temperatures. Firestone urges drivers to get a battery assessment test prior to winter to ensure the battery is healthy enough to endure the coming months. If the assessment indicates the battery is weak, replace it prior to winter.
• Check fluid levels. Routine vehicle maintenance at an auto body shop or car dealership typically involves checking and topping off fluid levels. Book such an appointment in advance of winter to ensure the vehicle has coolant, which KBB notes is formulated to resist freezing. Without sufficient coolant, a vehicle engine can suffer significant
HONEYROASTED
TURKEY BREAST
Servings: 8
1 turkey breast (6-7 lbs.), bone in, skin on, thawed kosher salt
freshly ground black pepper
Glaze:
1/2 cup Busy Bee Raw Honey
1/2 cup orange juice
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
3 sprigs fresh thyme
1 clove garlic, peeled and crushed
Preheat oven to 500 F.
Season turkey on both sides with salt and pepper; let sit at room temperature 1 hour in large roasting pan with roasting rack.
For glaze: In medium saucepan over high heat, combine honey, orange juice, mustard, vinegar, salt, pepper, thyme and garlic.
Bring to boil, reduce to medium, simmer 15 minutes, or until reduced by two-thirds.
Remove from heat and set aside.
Place roasting pan in center of oven and reduce temperature to 350 F.
After 45 minutes, brush on layer of glaze. Cook 10 minutes.
Brush on another layer of glaze. Cook 10 minutes. Brush on one more layer of glaze, cooking until internal temperature of turkey registers 165 F.
ing glaze before serving.
ROASTED
PORK
HOCK WITH CIDER, APPLES AND ROSEMARY POTATOES
Extra opportunities for shopping in Forest City this holiday season
Main Street Forest City will close at 9am on Thanksgiving Day to prepare for the tree lighting. The street will remain closed until 9pm. The tree lighting ceremony starts at
be turned on at 7:00pm.
Explore Forest City
Main Street Association will be holding the “Shop, Snack, and Stroll” event on Small Business Saturday (November 29) again this
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 teaspoon ground caraway
4 small ham hocks, approximately 500 grams each
10 ounces meat stock
1 pound waxy potatoes, peeled, halved or quartered
2 apples, peeled and cut into 8 wedges each
1 1⁄4 cups cider
1 to 2 sprigs rosemary, leaves picked
Heat oven to 400F and oil a roasting pan. Add onions, carrots and celeriac to the pan and brown lightly in the oven for around 30 minutes. Crush garlic and mix with caraway, salt and ground black pepper. Rub mixture into the hocks. Place hocks on top of the vegetables and pour on a little stock. Bake approximately 1 hour, turning hocks regularly and adding more stock as required. At the end of the cooking time, remove root vegetables from meat juices using a slotted spoon. Turn oven up to 425F. Add potatoes and apples, stand hocks upright, add cider, and cook for a further hour. Take cooked hocks out of roasting tin and place on a baking tray. Return to the oven to form crackling. Meanwhile, pass juices through a sieve. Put apples and potatoes in a warm place. Reduce or thicken sauce as required and season to taste with salt and ground black pepper.
Stir rosemary through the potatoes and plate up.
business will be included on bingo cards that shoppers can have marked at each store in which they browse/ shop. Shoppers will aim to make “bingo” on their card to be eligible for great prizes. Participating businesses will provide snacks for their Forest City businesses featuring ladies wear and accessories have teamed up for the 3rd Annual Downtown Jingle Mingle event on November 21-November 22. For more information visit www.townofforestcity.com
A R E A AREA
All You Can Eat BBQ
When: November 22; 4-7pm
Where: Mountain Creek Baptist Church; 710 Mountain Creek Rd., Rutherfordton
More Info: Adults $12, 6-12 years $6. Also Joyful Sound Trio performing.
What: Free Community Giveaway “Share the Warmth”
When: November 22; 10am-until supplies run out
Where: St. John AME ZION Church; 109 North Ridgecrest Ave., Rutherfordton
More Info: St. John AME Zion Church of Rutherfordton, The MLK Committee of New Hope in collaboration with Democracy Green hosting. Parking lot of St. John AME Zion Church of Rutherfordton. Free to all. New sheet sets, blankets & comforters. (Rain or Shine).
November 26
What: Thanksgiving Community Meal
When: November 26; 11:30am-1pm
Where: St. Francis Episcopal Church Parish Hall; 395 N. Main St., Rutherfordton
More Info: Free for anyone! Dine in or drive-thru. 828-287-3888. If you’d like to donate to this event, mail to: St. Francis Episcopal Church; 395 North Main Street, Rutherfordton.
Free hotdog meal
When: Nov. 28; distribution begins at noon
Where: Spindale United Methodist Church; 185 Mill St., Spindale
December 6
What: Maw Maw’s Cheer Center
When: December 6; 9am-2pm
Where: Missionary Wesleyan Church; 811 Doggett Rd., Forest City
More Info: Shopping, food, Santa & more. Shop local small businesses while helping raise money for Maw Maw’s Cheer Center. Accepting vendors.
What: Ladies Guild Christmas Bazaar
When: December 6; 8am-2pm
Where: 1024 West Main St., Forest City
More Info: Benefits Ladies Guild Ministries of Immaculate Conception Church
December 7
What: First Sunday Night Singing When: December 7; 7pm
Where: Riverside Baptist Church; 1178 Hogan Rd., Forest City
More Info: Featuring “Cover Crop”
December 20
What: Food Give Away
When: December 20; 8-10am
Where: Caroleen Congregational Holiness Church; 172 Walker Store Rd., Ellenboro
More Info: Come to the second parking lot and we’ll bring a box to your car.
Community Bible Study group
When: Every Monday; 7pm
Where: First Baptist Church, Rutherfordton
More Info: rutherfordtoneve.cbsclass. org/
What: Recovery at The Well
When: Every Monday; 6-9pm
Where: The Well – Landrum; 395 Hwy 14 W., Landrum, SC
More Info: All welcome.
Every Tuesday
What: Bible Study
When: Every Tuesday; 6pm
Where: Three Angels Seventh-day Adventist Church; 2158 Hudlow Rd., Forest City
More Info: 828-448-1856
Every Wednesday
What: Bible Study & Free Dinner When: Wednesdays. Refreshments/ Dinner 5pm, Bible study 6pm
Where: New Bethel AME Zion Church; 263 Forest St., Forest City
More Info: 828-429-3497.
1st Tuesday Monthly
What: Redbird Food Pantry
When: F1st Tuesday Monthly 3-5pm
Where: Mountain Creek Baptist Church; 710 Mountain Creek Rd., Rutherfordton
Experience the Wonder of Winterfest at Tryon International
You will find magic and whimsy at Tryon Inernational’s Winterfest. Come drive through lights, visit Santa, or stay and skate!
Santa and Mrs Claus are inviting you and your family to come experience their home away from home and see how he gets prepared for the big night.
Visit with Mrs Claus for some Cookies and Cocoa after you burn off some calories in Santa’s Bounce Houses. Discover a magical new way to celebrate the season with our brand new Walk-Through Light Spectacular and expanded Winterfest Holiday Village — plus returning favorites including our ice skating rink, Shadrack’s Drive-Through Light Show, carriage rides, and holiday shopping for the whole family.
Walk Through Light Show
New for 2025, experience the Light Show magic on foot! Stroll through thousands of twinkling lights for an extraordinary holiday evening.
Winterfest Holiday Village
Write Santa a letter at the North Pole Post Office, travel to Whoville and meet the Mayor of Whoville, Cindy Lou Who, and a certain grumpy green guy, sip hot cocoa with Mrs. Claus, make a new fourlegged friend at Rudolph’s Petting Zoo, and say hi to
Santa Claus himself! Shadrack’s DriveThrough Light Show
The Shadrack’s Drivethrough Light Show is a family favorite holiday tradition you don’t want to miss! Fun for all ages and available rain or shine.
Ice Skating Rink
Located between the General Store and International Pavilion, experience Tryon International’s ice skating rink on select days starting November 14! Group packages are available as well.
Breakfast with Santa Come as you are or dressed in your favorite Christmas morning attire and enjoy a festive buffet, takehome treats, holiday photo ops, and a magical visit from Santa himself.
Carriage Rides
Experience the iconic Drive-Through Light Show in style with a magical horsedrawn carriage rides through the dazzling light displays. The immersive experience offers fun for everyone!
On the second floor of the International Pavilion, shop local merchants & artists whose businesses were affected by the hurricane from Chimney Rock, Hendersonville, Asheville, and beyond. Browse boutique shops along Vendor Row and find equestrian style fashion, unique gifts, luxurious spa
experiences, and more. Shop Christmas markets at Tryon International every weekend, beginning November 28. Tickets and information can be found by visiting www. resort.tryon.com/ winterfest.
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As a young sixth grader in 1963, I vividly remember a knock on our classroom door on the afternoon of November 22. Our teacher Mrs. Katherine Conley answered the door and subsequently gave us the news President John F. Kennedy had been shot in Dallas, Texas. I can still remember how I felt even as an 11-year-old girl when we received the news. Mrs. Conley asked us to stand and she prayed. Not long afterwards our class received the grim news President Kennedy was dead.
As a little girl who loved history, I was in awe of the young Kennedys in the White House and I followed the Kennedy administration. It was during that administration the Cuban Missile Crisis was upon us in 1962 and the thought of a war scared me to death.
I watched Walter Cronkite every evening with Daddy, sometimes relinquishing my dish washing duties to my other sisters. They were not happy, but I loved keeping up with the news, especially what was going
on in Washington, DC and I was allowed upon occasion to follow the news of the day instead of cleaning up the kitchen after supper.
During the Kennedy/ Nixon campaign in 1960 our family went to the Rutherford County Fair that was located off Callahan-Koon Road where some of our county offices and DSS are located today.
Per our parents, our first adventure at the fair that fall 1960 evening was to head to the exhibit hall. Our sister Dianne had entered her prize-winning gourds for the fair and our first stop was to see if she had won a ribbon. She did and we appropriately congratulated her and moved on. Of course the two major political parties had their respective booths in the exhibit hall. Hats were given away so I chose a Kennedy hat shaped much like an old-fashioned cook’s hat. None of my other sisters were nearly as excited as me and didn’t even ask for a hat. Remember I loved history and even way back then and was in love with news.
We didn’t ride many things at the fair, but the one that I will never forget was what we called the squirrel cages. Our Mama rode with two of us and Daddy rode with the other two. When that ride took off and turned us inside out and upside down, we screamed to the tops of our lungs. When the ride operator stopped and asked Mama if we wanted off the ride, she said we’d be fine. Finally when it was over and we got back on the ground, I had lost my Kennedy campaign hat.
It must have blown off my head and out the squirrel cage to who knows where. I don’t know how to explain how disappointed I was. I cried.
The news of the President’s death as a sixth grader in 1963 hit me hard.
That Friday afternoon school was dismissed at the regular time since the assassination occurred near the close of school, but all schools were closed on Monday as the funeral was held. For any of you who were old enough to remember, for the next three days after the death of the President, all regular television programs were canceled and the channels covered every minute of what was going on in our country. Businesses were closed and textile plants were also closed on the National Day of Mourning.
As many of you may have been, I was glued to the television screen. I remember going to church on Sunday and coming back home to sit in front of the television where we witnessed the murder of Lee Harvey Oswald live on television. We watched the events held at the Capitol building on Sunday and saw Mrs. Kennedy and young Caroline kneel at the casket. Then on Monday the funeral mass and then the burial at Arlington National Cemetery.
Though 62 years have passed since the death of President Kennedy, when November 22 comes each year, I stop and remember how that news impacted my young life.
Contact Jean Gordon at: gordonjean211@gmail.com
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Rutherford Regional Health System Achieves Healthgrades’ Top
Honor for Specialty Care
Healthgrades names Rutherford Regional one of America’s 100 Best for Joint Replacement.
Rutherford Regional Health System announced it has been named one of America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement by Healthgrades, the leading quality outcomes thirdparty ratings site analyzing clinical data for every short-term acute care hospital in the country. This is the highest achievement Healthgrades offers for Joint Replacement, placing Rutherford Regional Health System in the upper echelon of hospitals nationwide for specialty care.
In addition to this top honor, Rutherford Regional Health System received a Specialty Excellence Award, which put the organization among the top 10% of U.S. hospitals for Joint Replacement. Rutherford Regional Health System was also rated five stars for four services, including total knee replacement, total hip replacement, treatment of stroke, and treatment of GI bleeds. These achievements further affirm Rutherford Regional’s status as a premier destination for specialty care and underscore the organization’s longstanding commitment to excellent patient care.
“At Rutherford Regional Health System, our mission is making communities healthier—and that begins with providing exceptional, high-quality care close to home,” said Sudandra Ratnasamy, Chief Executive Officer of Rutherford Regional Health System. “Being named one of America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement and receiving multiple Specialty Excellence Awards is a testament to the dedication and expertise of our physicians, nurses, and care teams. We’ve made significant investments in advanced technology, clinical training, and evidence-based processes to ensure our patients receive the best possible outcomes. These recognitions reflect the hard work of every team member who contributes to our culture of excellence every day.”
Rutherford Regional Health System’s achievements are based solely on what matters most: patient outcomes. Each year, Healthgrades evaluates risk-adjusted mortality and complication rates for over 30 common conditions and procedures at approximately 4,500 hospitals nationwide to identify the top hospitals in key specialty
areas, including total knee replacement, total hip replacement, treatment of stroke, and treatment of GI bleeds. Through easy-to-understand, objective measures of hospital performance, Healthgrades empowers patients with the information they need to find a hospital that excels in their procedure or condition. As performance gaps persist between the nation’s highestand lowest-achieving facilities, seeking care at a top program has never been more important. Healthgrades’ 2026 analysis revealed that if all hospitals, as a group, performed similarly to five-star hospitals during the 2022-2024 study period, on average, 230,466 lives could have been saved and 156,797 complications could have been avoided.*
“Healthgrades’ specialty awards identify the nation’s top-performing hospitals in key service areas, helping consumers find highquality care tailored to their specific needs,” said Alana Biggers, MD, MPH, medical advisor at Healthgrades. “We’re proud to recognize Rutherford Regional Health System for its consistently superior outcomes in key service areas, including total knee replacement, total hip replacement, treatment of stroke, and treatment of GI bleeds.”
*Statistics based on Healthgrades analysis of MedPAR data for years 2022-2024 and represent 3-year estimates for Medicare patients only. Click here to view the complete 2026 Specialty Awards and Ratings Methodology.
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. com.
Healthgrades is dedicated to empowering meaningful connections between patients, doctors, and hospitals. As the #1 platform for finding a doctor and a leader in healthcare transparency, we help millions of consumers each month find and schedule appointments with their healthcare professional of choice and prepare for their appointments with bestin-class, treatment-focused content.
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Michelle Padgett and her daughters, Kendall and Jadyen, were among shoppers at the annual craft and vendor sale to benefit the Rutherford County Schools Foundation. Dozens of vendors rented spots at Chase Middle School to sell their wares before the Christmas season.
Porter Hoppes, age 80 of Bostic, NC, passed away November 10, 2025.
1945, in Rutherford County, NC to the late James Porter and the late Ora Biggerstaff Porter.
ents, Diane was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Avery Hoppes, two brothers; James and Richard Porter and one sister; Brenda Porter Newton.
Diane is survived by her four daughters; Lora Hoppes McFarland Murray (Philip), Lynn Hoppes Murray, Melinda Hoppes Bishop (Bo) and Crystal Hoppes Hamby (Travis) two sisters; Shirley Hoppes and Sandra Howard, grandchildren; Leslie Carpenter (Leon), Lauren Boyd (Aaron), Katie McFarland, Emily Yount (Tyler) Austin Cole (Paige) and Braydin Hamby, four great grandchildren; Felicity Carpenter, Cooper Boyd, Salem Boyd, Kennedy Yount, and Baby Cole (Spring 2026); and many nieces and nephews.
The family will hold a private graveside service at Corinth Baptist Church Cemetery, Ellenboro.
In lieu of flowers, a monetary donation can be made to McDowell County Schools Endowment Fund (334 S. Main St., Marion, NC 28752).
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ory are his spouse, Melissa Dawn Fisher; daughter, Samantha Faye Murphy (John Murphy); son, Ryan Young Fisher; grandchildren, Kinslee and Kason Murphy, Wiley, Addy and Nora Fisher; sister, Yvonne Annette Clark; brothers, Greg Harrison Fisher and Caleb Trent Fisher. Russell loved spending time with his family, especially his wife of 35 years, his children and grandchildren. Private Services will be held at a later date. Memorial tributes may be made at www.rsmorganfsl.com.
Robert Morgan Funeral and Cremation Service, LLC is serving the family.
Frances “Ann” Matheny Privette Frances “Ann” Matheny Privette, age 74, of Forest City, NC, passed away on November 8, 2025. Ann is survived by her
In his letter to the church at Thessalonica, the Apostle Paul addressed a question that many of the new believers were struggling with. The question had to do with the eternal state of dead believers. Paul answered the question, by referring to the events surrounding Jesus’ second coming. In chapter four, he gives us a detailed account of the first part of Christ’s second coming that is commonly called the Rapture.
We know according to 2 Corinthians 5:8 and Philippians 1:23, when a child of God dies their eternal soul goes immediately into the presence of the Lord. They receive a temporary spiritual body that is capable of interacting in Heaven. When the church age comes to an end, Jesus will bring those who have died with him. At that moment, the bodies of the dead in Christ will arise and will be reunited with their souls. According to 1 Corinthians 15, they along with those who are alive will receive glorified bodies fit for the millennial kingdom and eternity. Right now, our saved loved ones are
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No formal ceremony will be held. The family and friends plan to celebrate her life at a later date.
McMahan’s Funeral Home & Crematory is serving the family.
Jake Bright
Jacob Garrett “Jake” Bright, age 30 of Spindale died Friday, November 7, 2025.
Jake, as he was known to his family and friends, was born September 28, 1995, in Rutherford County and is the son of Robby and Dana Bright. Jake was a graduate of Chase High School in the Class of 2014 and a member of Bethany Baptist Church. Growing up at Bethany the Youth Group was an important part of his life.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Bill and Martha Koone and Bob and Edna Bright, and
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Padgett~King Mortuary and Crematory is serving the family.
Vaughn T. Houser
Vaughn T. Houser, age 82, of Mooresboro, passed away Friday, November 14, 2025.
Vaughn was born March 5, 1943 in Cleveland County to the late Yates Wiseman Houser and Lorena Newton Houser. He served honorably in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War. Vaughn was an electrician and retired from Duke Energy after many years of service. He was known as a Christian man who loved the Lord and his family.
In addition to his par-
Huxley Horton and a great granddaughter, Adahlee Self.
A celebration of Vaughn’s life was held November 17 at Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church with Rev. Robbie Hensley and Rev. Kevin Hamrick officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations are suggested to Hospice of Carolina Foothills, PO Box 336, Forest City, NC 28043 or to Basics Ministry, PO Box 207, Cliffside, NC 28024.
An online guest registry is available at www.harrelsonfuneralhome.com
Harrelson Funeral and Cremation Services is serving the family.
Janice Squire Erskine
Janice Squire Erskine, age 86, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Thursday, November 13,
death by her husband of 55 years, David John Erskine, Sr; a son-in-law, George Allen and brothers, David and Donald Squire.
Those left to honor her memory include daughters, Robin Fazzari (Carmine) of Ellenboro and Dorothy “Dotty” Allen of Rutherfordton; son, David John Erskine, Jr. of Forest City; sister, Judy Elwell (John) of Rochester, NH; grandchildren, Steffan Fazzari (Alexandra), Lucas Fazzari and Arianna Bare (Sebastian); and a great granddaughter, Georgia Arianna Bare.
The funeral was held November 18 at Grace Chapel with Rev. Paul McGinnis and Rev. Ricky Poteat officiating. Memorial donations requested to Grace Chapel, 178 Cornwell St., Forest City, NC 28043 or to BBN Radio, PO Box 7300, Charlotte, NC 28241.
An online guest registry is available at www.harrelsonfuneralhome.com Harrelson Funeral and Cremation Services is serving the family.
in heaven enjoying fellowship with the heavenly host around the throne of God, but their bodies are still on earth in some form. Paul refers to their physical state as being “asleep.” When the Lord returns, their bodies will awake and be transformed into glorified bodies. We will return to Heaven to be with the Lord forever. At that moment the great tribulation will begin, and God’s judgment will be poured out upon the earth for seven years. Paul wrote this passage to bring comfort to those who were grieving the death of those they loved. Reminding them that if they knew the Lord, they would see them again. As Christians we never really “lose” someone who is a child of God because we know where they are. Our prayer of confidence is, “Even so, come, Lord Jesus.”
Rutherford Weekly offers the printing of obituaries in our paper as a community service and free of charge for Rutherford County residents and the immediate area. The obituary may include a picture if the image is of print quality. We request that the obituary is limited to 150 words and we will edit the obituaries due to space. The obituary will include preceded family members, surviving family members, funeral service information, memorials, and the name of the funeral home serving the family. The obituaries will not include names of grandchildren, grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, friends, or pets. We only accept obituaries from licensed funeral homes. The deadline is Monday at 10AM prior to Thursdays publication. Please have your funeral home send us your loved ones’ obituaries to events@rutherfordweekly.com
Donnie worked in Carpet and Floorcovering
Sales, traveling over five states. He served in the United States Navy on the East Coast aboard the USS Turner as a Seaman in the Personnel office. He was a member of Crestview Baptist Church.
Survivors include his wife, Alice Faye Radford Wood, his daughters, Melody Hood (Jamie) and Helen Bailey, his step-sons, Tim Mace (Lois) and Kenny Mace (Elizabeth), and his brother, Henry Wood. There
Catherine Louise Jenkins
Catherine Louise Jenkins passed peacefully from this world April 15, 2025, at her home in Mililani, Hawaii.
A service for Catherine will be held at Pleasant Grove Methodist Church in Forest City on November 22 at 1pm, followed by burial in the church cemetery.
She is survived by Steve Matheny and Chris Glawson of Ellenboro, Peggy Thompson and Elizabeth Biggerstaff of
Charlotte, and graduate degrees in rehab counseling and social work from the University of Tennessee and UNC Chapel Hill. She spent a lifetime serving people on the margins, from troubled teens at the juvenile facility in Swannanoa, to mental health clients on Oahu.
Though Catherine had been living in Hawaii for decades, having moved there with her mom and three dogs after her dad passed, Forest City and NC always held a special place in her heart
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Nancy Susan Downey Suggs, of Spindale passed away Thursday, November 13, 2025, just days before her 76 birthday.
Susie, as she was known to her family and friends, was born November 16, 1949, in Forest City to the late Herbert and Lois Newton Downey.
A graduate of East Rutherford High School, Class of 1968, she remained a lifelong resident of her beloved community.
Nancy is remem-
istry is available at www. padgettking.com
Padgett~King Mortuary and Crematory is serving the family.
Edna Ruth Yelton Mott
Edna Ruth Yelton Mott, age 80 went home to be with The Lord Sunday, November 16, 2025.
A native of Rutherford County, Edna was a retired C.N.A. having worked in local healthcare. She was a member of Spindale Fellowship Holiness Church. Edna is survived by one
at Spindale Fellowship Holiness Church with Rev. Chad Sisk officiating. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Fair Haven Activities Funds, 830 Bethany Church Rd., Forest City NC 28043. Online condolences may be made at www. crowemortuary.com. Crowe’s Mortuary is assisting the family of Edna Mott.
Isothermal Community College and Trelleborg Celebrate Partnership
the Isothermal campus. The partnership has allowed the company to test its innovations in real-world conditions, supported by the college’s technical resources and talent pipeline.
Development Building. The celebration recognized a year of collaboration that has advanced innovation, workforce development, and community growth in Rutherford County.
For the past year, Trelleborg has operated an incubation, testing, and training facility in one of the college’s engineering bays, using the space to refine a new process and product ahead of the opening of its new facility on Daniel Road, located adjacent to
“This partnership with Trelleborg reflects the best of what can happen when education and industry collaborate with a shared vision,” said Michael Gavin, Senior Director of Marketing and Communications at Isothermal. “By combining the college’s resources with Trelleborg’s innovation and investment, we’re helping create opportunities that benefit not only our students and local workforce but the entire community.”
Trelleborg’s new facility is expected to bring additional
WHAT IS PLAID FRIDAY?
Consumers are urged to shop locally as much as possible, as local merchants provide distinctive benefits over larger retailers, such as specialized products and superior customer service. Plaid Friday is one such day when communities strongly encourage residents to patronize local businesses. Plaid Friday occurs on the day after Thanksgiving. Many people recognize it as Black Friday, but Plaid Friday focuses on a relaxed and enjoyable shopping experience that emphasizes community and the creativity of local businesses as opposed to the hectic pace of traditional Black Friday shopping. Plaid Friday originated in Oakland in 2009, when it was presented as an alternative to the frenzy of Black Friday. The “plaid” in the name symbolizes the weaving together of small businesses and individuals to form an interconnected community fabric.
Plaid Friday occurs the day after Thanksgiving.
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Marion Christmas Parade to Celebrate “A McDowell Strong Christmas” with Pastor Jerry Lewis as 2025 Marshal
The 2025 Marion Christmas Parade will take place at 3PM Sunday, November 23, in downtown Marion, celebrating this year’s theme, “A McDowell Strong Christmas.” Following the challenges of Hurricane Helene, “McDowell Strong” became a rallying phrase across the community and the parade will celebrate that enduring strength while spreading the joy of the holiday season. Leading the festivities as Parade Marshal
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will be Pastor Jerry Lewis, followed by McDowell’s own award-winning McDowell High School Marching Titan Band, community floats, and local organizations.
The parade theme beautifully reflects Pastor Lewis’s spirit of service. It is a privilege to recognize Pastor Lewis’s outstanding work as the McDowell County Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (VOAD) Coordinator, following Hurricane Helene. In September 2024, at the request of the Emergency Operations Center (EOC), he coordinated the humanitarian mission during our community’s most challenging days. He oversaw the distribution of food, water, baby supplies, and other essential items to the Points of Distribution (PODs) established by the EOC. His dedication and organization ensured that critical resources reached those in need quickly and efficiently.
Once the POD operations concluded, Pastor Lewis immediately transitioned to the next phase of recovery. He began coordinating weekly meetings at the EOC with nonprofit organizations, faithbased groups, and volunteers to streamline efforts toward rapid housing repairs. Nearly 30 different organizations have participated in these
coordination meetings to ensure that no resident is left behind in the recovery process. As of October 1st, nearly 500 homes have been repaired, with 26 new rebuilds planned in the coming months, a remarkable testament to the power of collaboration and community spirit that Pastor Lewis has helped cultivate.
He is also leading a new initiative called Project Joseph, which seeks to establish permanent Points of Distribution across McDowell County that can be immediately activated prior to, during, or after a disaster. Each POD will be prestocked with nonperishable food, water, baby supplies, and equipped with Starlink connectivity to ensure continuity of communications even when traditional networks are disrupted.
McDowell County Emergency Services Director Will Kehler states, “We cannot thank Jerry and his team enough for their steadfast commitment to McDowell County and the Emergency Operations Center. Our partnership began during COVID with Jerry stepping up and leading our VOAD section at the EOC. His steady leadership, vision and love for this entire community is beyond inspiring. Jerry’s work embodies the spirit of service, cooperation, and resilience that defines
McDowell County. His efforts have not only supported immediate relief but have also strengthened the longterm recovery network within our community.”
Pastor Lewis grew up in Old Fort. After graduating from Wofford College, he attended USC-Columbia. It was there that he experienced the call to ministry and returned to Old Fort to do youth ministry. In 2000, he joined
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NOTICE. Notice is hereby given that the following watercraft has been abandoned for more that 60 days on the property of Traci Harris, 130 Stave Mill Rd., Rocky Mount, VA 24151. Vessel # 119EP, Bayliner Cabin, 32 Feet. Application for Watercraft Registration/ Title will be made in accordance with Section 29.1-733.25 of the Code Of Virginia if the Watercraft is not Claimed and removed within 30 days of first publication of this notice. Please contact the Virginia Department of wildlife Resources with questions. (540) 420-1545 traci2646@yahoo. com
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NOW HIRING TIRE STORE MANAGER. Must Be Experienced & Knowledgable! “Pay Based on Experience”. Apply in Person at McMurray Fleet Service 369 Warlick Rd., Lawndale, NC 28090 (Mon.-Fri. 12pm -5pm)
MINISTER OF YOUTH AND CHILDREN. Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church in Shelby, NC is prayerfully seeking a full-time Minister of Youth and Children. Those interested should be called by God and equipped with a heart to help grow our ministry to both age groups. This person shall also work to strengthen relationships with parents by offering opportunities for families to engage in ministry and worship together. To request a detailed job description, you can email pleasant.ridge@att.net. To submit your resume you can mail it to 198 Pleasant Ridge Church Rd., Shelby, NC 28152, or you can email it to pleasant.ridge@att. net. (704) 434-6431 pleasant.ridge@att.net
NOW HIRING PRE K TEACHER. Requirements: All Teachers must hold an eligible North Carolina Birth through Kindergarten (B-K) Initial or Continuing License issued by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. For more information contact Katina Smith, 704487-5792.
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CUSTOM CABINETS & CUSTOM WOODWORK. “Quality First” Over 25 Years Experience! Michael McKinstry Custom Woodwork & Master Cabinetmaker “Veteran Owned”. (203) 512-5503
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.
HANDYMAN SERVICES. No job too small. Have references. Construction, landscaping, etc. Jack of all trades! 40 plus years of experience. 828-375-5773.
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MOBILE MECHANIC / ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE. 24/7 emergency assistance services in Shelby and surrounding areas. Services include: roadside repairs, diagnostics, at home repairs and upgrades. $50 diagnostic fee charged but will be waived if you choose to have the repairs completed. Contact me anytime for help. (704) 4720893
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YARD SALE NOVEMBER 22, WOODBRIDGE. 7am-12pm. Holiday and home decor, golf clubs, porcelain dolls, luggage, puzzles, and more. 100 Starmount Dr., Kings Mountain, NC 28086
NATURALLY UNIQUE ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES, LLC presents an Estate Tag Sale: Fri, 11/21, 2pm-6pm; Sat., 11/22, 9am-2pm; Park on one side of street only. Do not block driveways. 217 Crystal Springs Lane, Shelby, NC 28150
INDOOR ESTATE YARD SALE- MULTI-FAMILY. Friday, November 21—8:00AM to 6:00PM; Saturday, November 22—8:00AM to 2:00PM. Huge Selection of Kitchen items— Pots, Pans, Silverware, New and Used—Perfect for Thanksgiving Prep! Plus: Men’s Clothing, Carhartt Women’s Clothing, Collectibles, Antiques, Bedding, and a Brand New Set of Wool Rugs. 4729 Ellenboro Road, Mooresboro, NC 28114 (704) 974-3372 jarredkern@ gmail.com
4-FAMILY YARD SALE. Friday and Saturday, November 21 and November 22, 9am2pm. 1535 Cabaniss Drive, Shelby, NC 28150
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LARGE YARD SALE IN STATESVILLE. Saturday, November 22nd, 2025 from 8:00AM-4:00PM. Furniture, tools, household items, home decor, vintage items, kitchenware, lots more!! One day sale only - priced to sell!! 158 Polly Drive, Statesville, NC 28625 tomc112@gmail.com
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BIG CHRISTMAS SALE THRU CHRISTMAS. Daily 8am-8pm. Toys, bikes, tools & more. All new stuff. In Sandy Mush beside OHM, across from Fire Dept. 828-755-4129. 588 US 221 A, Forest City, NC 28043
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ESTATE SALE FRIDAY-SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 21-22. Doors Open 8:30am both days until 2:30pm. Rain/Shine. Marble top table, small tables, lamps, rockers, fabric chairs, clean/working lift-chairs, electronics, glassware, crystal, collectibles, handicap sling-style bed, daybed, dryer, washer, sofa, loveseat w/ matching chair, kitchenware, small kitchen appliances (many new), framed prints, totes w/decorations, vintage school desk/chair, table w/ chairs, dolls, sewing machine/supplies, Pyrex, BRsuite, wheel-barrow, storage cabinets, +MORE. This is a residential neighborhood, parking is an issue. Don’t block both sides of the road, be respectful of yards/grass, don’t block driveways! 263 Knollwood Drive, Forest City, NC 28043
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COINS. 1885 $5 Coins $1025 & 1880-1883 $10 Coins $2050 at JAKE’S KNIVES & COINS located at 1008 S. Lafayette St., Shelby (704) 406-9082 or (980) 295-5568
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
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 TWO CEMETERY SPOTS. Located in Eternal Hills Memorial Park, Forest City, Lot 100, Section GS4, Spaces 3 & 4. (828) 429-3857
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CASE-XX COLLECTOR’S DEALER KNIFE DISPLAYS. $350 & UP! Come See Us: JAKE’S KNIVES & COINS located at 1008 S. Lafayette St., Shelby (704) 406-9082 or (980) 295-5568
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BARBIE DREAM HOUSE. Comes with Pool, Slide, Elevator. All accessories included. Already put together. $75 firm. (704) 300-3110
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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
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
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 CASE XX HAWKBILL KNIVES. $145.99 to $239.99. Come See Us: JAKE’S KNIVES & COINS located at 1008 S. Lafayette St., Shelby (704) 4069082 or (980) 295-5568
BLACK SMITH’S 80LB ANVIL. $250.00. Come See Us: JAKE’S KNIVES & COINS located at 1008 S. Lafayette St., Shelby (704) 406-9082 or (980) 295-5568
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
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
CASE XX COLLECTOR’S 1970’S KNIVES. $250.00 & Up. Come See Us: JAKE’S KNIVES & COINS located at 1008 S. Lafayette St., Shelby (704) 406-9082 or (980) 2955568
J. JOHNSON SALES. Steel Buildings, Carports, Garages. Large On-site Display. J Johnson Sales in Forest City. (828) 245-5895
JEEP T-SHIRTS. Brand new men’s 2x Jeep t-shirts. Prices and colors vary. (704) 3498712 billybaker333@yahoo. com
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
MORGAN’S FIREWOOD. Free delivery. Seasoned small stove wood, 10’’ to 14’’ length. Throw off, cash only $75. Lots of oak & cherry. 828-395-0758.
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WANT TO BUY
FOR SALE
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
MORGAN’S FIREWOOD. Free delivery. Seasoned popular. 16’’ to 18’’ length $75. throw off. Stacked on truck $85. Cash only. 828-395-0758.
MORGAN’S FIREWOOD. Free delivery, Seasoned oak, 16’’ to 18’’ length. $90. Stacked off $100. Cash only. 828-3950758.
WOOD STOVE EXCELLENT CONDITION. Heavy Duty with 2 blowers and thermostat. Large, approximately 34” wide, 23”deep 32” high. Asking $450. OBO. Pictures available. 864219-8690.
SHIPPING CRATES WITH LIDS. Large wooden shipping crates with lids. $35 each. (704) 300-1818 kim_hopper@bellsouth.net
ENGLANDER WOOD STOVE
“EXTRA NICE!” $600. Available at JAKE’S KNIVES & COINS located at 1008 S. Lafayette St., Shelby (704) 4069082 or (980) 295-5568
MORGAN’S FIREWOOD Seasoned oak or cherry. Full 1/2 cord stacked on truck. Free delivery. $100. cash only. 828395-0758.
FREE STANDING VENTLESS PROPANE HEATER. 30,000 BTU. Like New with Remote. (Rarely Used) $250 or Best Offer! (704) 472-1747
2025 AMERICAN SILVER EA-
GLES $60. For Sale at JAKE’S KNIVES & COINS located at 1008 S. Lafayette St., Shelby (704) 406-9082 or (980) 2955568
RELOADING SUPPLIES/ EQUIPMENT, LADDERS, TREE STAND. Reloading supplies and equipment. Including components and equipment for rifle, pistol, and shotgun. 24 foot fiberglass extension ladder, 6 foot stepladder, and Tree Lounge tree stand. Cash only. Text only or email only. No calls. (828) 644-4846 bchampion416@gmail.com
WANT TO BUY
WANTED: OLD AND NEW AMMO. Reloading supplies. Call 828-245-6756 or cell # 828-289-1488.
WANT TO BUY CARS & TRUCKS. Trailers, Tractors, Farm Equipment. Must have ID and proof of ownership. Callahan’s Towing. (704) 692-1006
WANTED 100 JUNK CARS AND trucks weekly. We pay top prices! 864-347-2080.
TURN YOUR HOUSE INTO CASH? I PURCHASE UNWANTED RENTAL PROPERTY AND HOMES. MUST BE PRICED TO SELL! “QUICK CLOSINGS”! Call (704) 4720006
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
WANT TO BUY PRIVATE LOT. With mobile home hook up in Cleveland County. (704) 4668324
PETS & LIVESTOCK
CHORKIE PUPPIES 1 female, 3 males, first set of shots, dewormed. Ready now. $500 each. 704-466-6983.
SUGAR GLIDERS NEED NEW HOME. 3 sugar gliders need new home. 2 girls. 1 boy. Can send photo/videos if requested. Please text for more info. $150 girl; $200 male. 704-472-0893. (704) 472-0893
FRENCHIE BULLDOG PUPPIES. 2 male: one FAWN w/ BLUE MASK, 1 male BLUE/ WHITE markings. One Female Blue/ CHOCOLATE markings. $900 to $1200. Available 12/13/2025. All shots. Call 704419-4449.
CKC GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES. CKC GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES born 9-13-2025. Parents on site. Had 1st round of shots. 8 males, 2 females. $300 (704) 418-2934
10’X10’X6’ DOG KENNELS. Dog Houses and Dog Buildings. Delivery & Set Up Available. J Johnson Sales in Forest City. (828) 245-5895
FULL BLOODED GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES BORN 09/07/2025. MOTHER IS A SABLE WEIGHING APPROXIMATELY 89 POUNDS. FATHER IS A SADDLE BACK WEIGHING APPROXIMATELY 95-100 POUNDS. BOTH PARENTS ARE ON SITE. WE HAVE SIX PUPPIES AND THEY ARE ALSO BIG RANGING FROM APPROXIMATELY 15 TO 20 POUNDS. THEY HAVE BEEN WORMED AND GIVEN THEIR FIRST SHOTS. PICTURES ARE ATTACHED. (252) 521-3255 SANTINA. HARGETT@YAHOO.COM
PETS & LIVESTOCK
CHICKENS FOR SALE. Hens $4 each. Five roosters $6 each. Call (704) 472-5948
MALTI POO’S, 8 WEEKS OLD. Shots & worming, UTD. Well socialized, loves to be held. 2 boys 2 girls. Will be very small. $1200 ea. Parents on site. 704600-5388
CHIHUAHUA PUPPIES: 1
BOY AND 1 GIRL Two tea cup Chihuahua puppies available. For information please call or text before 7 pm. First and second shots and dewormed. (704) 418-9244
CHRISTMAS PUPPIES AND RESCUES. 9 week old Husky/ Shepherd puppies, male/female, some w/blue eyes, $80/ piece; 1 Yorkipoo Maltese puppy, parti color, will be toy size grown, $800; Maltipoo, male, white puppy, $800; Adult miniature Dachshund, neutered, long-haired brindle, loves car rides and squeakies, $250. Will have s/w and vet check utd, includes puppy kit. Call, no texts. (828) 391-0919
CARS & TRUCKS
ROLLBACK FOR SALE. 1997 Ford F7, Cummings Diesel, 6 Speed Transmission, 20’ Steel Bed. 12,000 lb Electric Winch. $14,000. 704-692-6767. (704) 487-0228
1992 CHEVROLET CORVETTE CONVERTIBLE sport which has been very well maintained. Red interior with wood trim and automatic heat and A/C. LT1 350 with 119,000 gently driven miles and extensive updates. Manual six speed transmission which shifts like a dream. Tight suspension with new Michelin tires. Here is your chance to own a beautiful and ready to drive Corvette. $13,500. (207) 573-8786 rdgmaine@outlook.com
REAL ESTATE
CLEVELAND COUNTY
EXTREMELY NICE 2 BEDROOM HOUSE. Located in Kings Mtn. Fenced Yard, Appliances, Reduced Price. $215,000, OBO. (704) 4735240
ALMOST 1 ACRE LOT WITH 2 houses. 126 & 130 Graceland Drive, Forest City. $110,000 firm. Leave message or text 828-216-4343.
FOR RENT
CLEVELAND COUNTY
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
2&3 BEDROOM MOBILE HOMES. Nice and clean, water furnished. Oak Grove Community, Kings Mtn. Call or text, (704) 739-0259
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
ASHLEY HILLS ACRES MHP. 2BD/1BA $850 & 3BD/2BA $950 mobile homes for rent. Apply at: Office 1442 Arlee Dr, Shelby, NC. $25 application fee
FOR RENT
CLEVELAND COUNTY
RANCH STYLE HOUSE FOR RENT. 3 Bedrooms and 1 Bath. Located at 1202 Ridgemont Ave., Shelby, NC. No Inside Pets. Includes Grass & Yard Maintenance. Available Dec 1st. References Required! $1400 per month and $1400 deposit. Call (704) 692-0748
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.
1424 FREDERICK ST. SHELBY, NC. House. 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. Has Big building. Rent $1295, Deposit $1295. App fee $25 per adult. 704-2144180.
SMALL QUIET PARK. 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath House in Nice Quiet Neighborhood. West Shelby off of Hwy 74. Crest Schools. Perfect Starter Home or for Retired Couple. Recently Redone. $750 per Month and Deposit plus Approved Application Required. Small Pets under 15lbs with Approval and Pet Deposit. (704) 600-8909
