Special Olympics Rutherford County brings Rutherford
Rutherford County’s Special Olympics athletes, their families and friends were among the thousands attending the annual Special Olympics of North Carolina (SONC) games recently.
Approximately 1,500 Special Olympics athletes and Unified partners, individuals without intellectual disabilities, from across the state competed in athletics, basketball, bowling, gymnastics, power lifting, swimming and volleyball.
“Rutherford County athletes gave it their all at the Special Olympics NC Summer Games,” said Rutherford County Special Olympics Coordinator Allison Dorsey Kennedy.
With a goal of bringing home “gold” the athletes did exactly
There is always room for additional volunteers, supporters and sponsors. For more information visit sonc.net/ rutherford or email rutherford@ sonc.net.
Participants and their trophies: Track & Field (Athletics)
Matthew Lazo: Silver Medal100m Dash, Fourth Place Ribbon - Mini Javelin
Darrell Shelton: Silver Medal-
Lillie Cooper: Gold Medal-100m Dash, Silver Medal- Mini Javelin
Sarah Lazo, Fourth Place Ribbon - 100m Dash
Jeremy Hart: Bronze Medal100m Dash, Fifth Place RibbonMini Javelin
Bobby High: Bronze Medal- Mini Javelin, Fifth Place Ribbon- 100m Dash
Christian Shelton: Bronze MedalMini Javelin, Bronze Medal100m Dash
Coaches Barry and Angie Melton were thanked for guidance and support. “We are so proud of each of these athletes for their hard work, determination, and outstanding representation of Rutherford County.”
Summer Games 2025Gymnastics
Tea Crawford represented Rutherford County at the (SONC) Summer Games - “and she absolutely shined on the mat.”
Her results: All-Around- 1st Place, Beam- 1st Place, Floor1st Place, Vault- 2nd Place, Bars4th Place
Bowling Highlights
Rutherford County also showed up strong at the Special Olympics NC Summer Games 2025 in Bowling,winning a gold and silver medal and ribbons.
Gold Medal – Unified Doubles: Zackery Arrowood & Jack
Kennedy (Rutherford JZ Bowling Dudes)
Rutherford County Special Olympians and adult volunteers heading to the SONC.
Jeremy Hart, track and field competitor, winning a fourth place ribbon in the 100m dash.
Gold Medal – Unified Doubles; Zackery Arrowood and Jack Kennedy.
Tea Crawford won first overall in gymnastics at the state games, “absolutely shining on the mat.”
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The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina (CFWNC) approved scholarships totaling $586,500 to 94 western North Carolina students in 59 schools in 20 counties. More than 50 volunteers from the community worked to review applications and select recipients.
Top recipient Jordyn McCollim of Lake Lure Classical Academy was awarded the WNC Regional - Clyde and Mildred Wright Endowment Fund Scholarship, valued at $20,000 over four years. Savannah Finucan of
East High Baseball Champions honored at Owls game
The Forest City Owls honored the state champion East Rutherford High School
Chase High School and Laura Lovelace of East Rutherford High School were also awarded.
“I look forward to the evaluation process each year because it always serves to reinforce that there are great young people in our community with incredible potential to shape the future positively,” said Logan Bolick, a volunteer reviewer for the Rotary Club of Asheville Harry R. Morrill Scholarship program. “It is a privilege to play a part rewarding them for their efforts as they enter their college years.”
Scholarship endowments
can have broad eligibility criteria, be focused on a particular school or county, offered to students pursuing a degree in a stated field or available to those who will attend a designated college or university. CFWNC works with families, businesses and nonprofits to strengthen communities through the creation of charitable funds and strategic grantmaking. The Foundation manages over 1,300 funds and facilitated $23.8 million in grants last year bringing total giving to more than $387 million since its founding in
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Summer solstice is a time for celebration. The solstice brings more daylight and the official start of summer and offers plenty of reasons to get outside and enjoy the warm weather.
reasons. June is home to Father’s Day; the end of the school year in many locales; vacations often take place in June; and the summer solstice occurs for people living in the northern hemisphere.
The National Weather Service says the summer solstice occurs when the Earth’s tilt toward the sun is at a maximum. When this occurs, the sun appears at its highest elevation, or when the sun is directly over the Tropic of Cancer at 23.5 degrees latitude
north. The sun’s noon-time position changes very little for several days before and after the solstice. With this positioning of the sun, people enjoy the longest day of the year in terms of daylight hours.
In 2025, the summer solstice occurs on June 20 at 1:41pm EDT. Those in the southern hemisphere will have to wait until December 21 at 4:21am EST for their summer solstice.
In celebration of the solstice, explore these facts about this remarkable day.
• The summer solstice
The origins of Juneteenth
occurs when one of the Earth’s poles is tilted toward the sun at its most extreme angle.
• Per each hemisphere, solstices occur twice a year: the winter and the summer solstice.
• Various cultures around the world celebrate the summer solstice with traditions, holidays and festivals.
• The summer solstice marks the official start of astronomical summer.
• The world “solstice” is derived from Latin and means “sun standing still.”
• Depending on one’s latitude, the length of daylight a person can enjoy on the solstice varies. At the equator, the time from sunrise to sunset is roughly 12 hours. At temperate or mid-northern latitudes, the length of daylight lasts about 15 hours, says Space.com.
• Solstices do not land on the same calendar day
every year because the astronomical year is 365.25 days long. So the solstices shift a day or two each year, but generally fall within the same three days. In the northern hemisphere, those days are June 20, 21 or 22 for the summer solstice.
• No one is quite sure who discovered that the solstices occur. According to Owen Gingerich, Professor Emeritus of Astronomy and History of Science at Harvard University, “[There is] no writing to record this great discovery.”
• The summer solstice often is when the golf season heats up. Many clubs take advantage of the longer days during the week the solstice takes place to host sunrise to sunset golf tournaments.
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• Although the summer solstice is the longest day of the year in terms of daylight hours, typically it is not the hottest. It will take some time for the Earth to heat up with a greater tilt toward the sun. Hotter days arrive at the end of July and last into August.
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The Juneteenth National Independence Day Act was signed into law by thenUnited States President Joe Biden on June 17, 2021. The act was a formal declaration of Juneteenth as a federal holiday, which is now celebrated annually on June 19.
Perhaps because it hasn’t been a formal federal holiday for very long, Juneteenth is not as familiar to many Americans as holidays such as Memorial Day, Independence Day or Labor Day. According to the National Museum of African American History & Culture, June 19, 1865, was an especially significant day for more than a quarter million African Americans living in Texas at the time. Though the date marked nearly two years since President Abraham Lincoln emancipated enslaved Africans in America, Union troops did not arrive in Galveston Bay, Texas, with news of that freedom until June 1865. On June 19, 1865, Union General Gordon Granger delivered the news that all slaves had been emancipated and that going forward the dynamic between slave owners and slaves was to become a relationship between employer and hired laborer.
President Lincoln did not live to hear the news
that the message of emancipation had finally made it to Galveston Bay.
On April 15, 1865, the sixteenth president of the United States succumbed to injuries sustained a day earlier when he was shot by assassin John Wilkes Booth while attending a play at Ford’s Theater in Washington, D.C. Equally notable is the day General Granger delivered the news to Texas was more than two months after Confederate General Robert E. Lee formally surrendered his army to Union General Ulysses S. Grant at Appomattox Court House in Virginia.
Though it took until 2021 for Juneteenth to gain formal recognition as a federal holiday, which means non-essential U.S. federal government offices are closed (many other institutions, including banks, schools and financial markets, also close as a courtesy), History.com notes the day is considered the longest-running African American holiday. And while many celebrations immediately broke out upon General Granger’s delivery of President Lincoln’s proclamation, History.com notes some slave holders in Texas withheld the information until the harvest season was completed.
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100 Years Ago This Month: Historical events from June 1925
The month of June has been home to many historical events over the years. Here’s a look at some that helped to shape the world in June 1925.
• Twenty-one-year-old New York Yankee Lou Gehrig is inserted as a pinch hitter for Pee-Wee Wanninger in a game versus the Washington Senators on June 1. Gehrig’s appearance begins what would become a streak of 2,130 consecutive games played.
• An Independence Tribunal orders the closure of Turkey’s Progressive Republican Party on June 3. The order is issued on the grounds that the party had supported the protection of Islamic religious customs that had spurred the Sheikh Said rebellion.
• The Rentenmark becomes obsolete in Germany on June 5. The currency had initially been issued in 1923 to combat hyperinflation in the Weimar Republic. The Reichsmark replaced the Rentenmark.
• Walter P. Chrysler incorporates the Chrysler Corporation on June 6 after acquiring the assets of the defunct Maxwell Motor Company.
• Norway sends out two planes to search for Roald Amundsen and his crew on June 6. The explorers had been on the North Pole seaplane expedition but were missing for two weeks before the planes were sent. Amundsen and his crew would land safely in Norway on June 16.
• On June 7, the BeaumontHamel Newfoundland Memorial is unveiled on the grounds where the Battle of the Somme had taken place in France in July 1916.
• Seventeen people are killed as a result of a coal mine explosion in Sturgis, Kentucky, on June 8.
• Eddie Gaedel is born in Chicago on June 8. Despite his career lasting just a single plate appearance, the 3-foot-7 Gaedel is remembered as the shortest player in Major League Baseball History.
• Various churches merge to form the United Church of Canada on June 10. The merger takes place during a meeting of church leaders and representatives at the Mutual Street Arena in Toronto, and the Church of Canada immediately becomes the largest Protestant denomination in the country.
• On June 11, the Republic of China agrees to assist the Empire of Japan and Japanese soldiers with the removal of Korean immigrants from China’s northeastern provinces, where Korean independence agitators had established a foothold.
• The Southern Branch of the University of California, now known as the University of California, Los Angeles, awards its first Bachelor of Arts degrees on June 12. Ninety-eight of the 128 degrees are awarded to women.
• Charles Francis Jenkins publicly demonstrates the synchronized transmission of pictures and sound in Washington, D.C. on June 13.
• Hawaiian surfer Duke Kahanamoku, a gold medal-winning swimmer at the 1912 Olympic Games, saves eight people off the coast of Newport Beach, California, on June 14. Kahanamoku’s heroics were prompted by the capsizing of the fishing yacht Thelma.
• The Philadelphia Athletics score 13 runs in the eighth inning of a game versus the Cleveland Indians on June 15. The thirteen-run outburst erases a 14-2 deficit, and the comeback from 12 runs down remains a record today. The 1925 Athletics share the record with the 1911 Detroit Tigers and the 2001 Indians.
• Thirty-eight nations sign the Geneva Protocol on June 17. The protocol establishes a general prohibition on the usage of chemical and biological weapons in international armed conflicts.
established on June 21. The organization is considered the beginning of communism in Vietnam.
June 25. Pangalos installs himself as the leader of Greece a day later.
• “The Gold Rush” starring Charlie Chaplin premieres at Grauman’s Egyptian Theatre in Hollywood on June 26. The film remains one of the most celebrated works of Chaplin’s career.
• Italian Prime Minister Benito Mussolini launches “La battaglia del grano” (“The Battle for Grain”) on June 20. The campaign aspires to decrease Italy’s reliance on imported grain and advocates for the consumption of rice and rice-based substitutes for traditional Italian foods.
• The Irish Free State holds elections on June 23. The elections are the first local elections since Ireland gained its independence.
• The Vietnamese Revolutionary Youth League is formally
• General Theodoros Pangalos leads a bloodless coup d’etat to overthrow the government of the Second Hellenic Republic on
• After a speech by Helen Keller at its international convention in Ohio, the Lions Club formally launches its signature mission of assistance to the blind and the visually impaired on June 30.
Foundation welcomes grant applications from organizations that serve people in Rutherford County. Exempt governmental units, religious institutions, and nonprofit entities may apply. Grants will be evaluated based on the measurable impact of the project, the consistency with the mission of the Foundation, the requestor’s ability to sustain the project beyond grant funding, and the
Foundation Invites 2025 Grant Applications
project’s adherence to the 2025 focus areas. Agencies selected for approval will receive funds in October of 2025. Subsequent reports will be required for partners that receive grant funding. Agencies with questions about eligibility or who need assistance with the application process are encouraged to call Jill Miracle, the Foundation’s community impact director at 828-202-4630. Miracle states, “We are available to discuss grant applications at any time during the process. It is our desire to deepen relationships with applying organizations to learn more about their work and to assist them as they complete their requests.”
Since 2014, RHI Legacy Foundation has awarded more than $16,700,000 to local organizations to create or expand health-related services in Rutherford County, to increase organizational capacity, and to provide access to healthy foods and recreational activities. In addition, the Foundation made a major investment in the new $17,000,000 Legacy Soccer Park located in Forest City. Interested applicants are encouraged to follow RHI Legacy Foundation on Facebook for grant-related information throughout the year.
How to take a group picture, and probably nobody will listen
by Pat Jobe
Jock Lauterer, who many of you remember fondly, taught me how to take a group picture. I still get it wrong lots of times, but at least I know better, maybe sometimes I do better.
Let’s break it down into group sizes. If the group is five to seven, maybe even eight or nine, put them in two lines. Take two steps closer than you once did so you are not photographing knees, and put their heads in the top of the frame. Don’t take a picture of the wall behind and above their heads, the light fixtures, the cow pasture or whatever might be behind them. Put their heads in the top of the picture and
don’t take a picture of their knees. If possible avoid photographing their belt buckles and whatever might be just above their belt buckles. That’s all I’m gonna say about that.
When a picture runs in the paper, people want to see faces. That might require photographing their upper chests, shoulders and the like. Nobody wants to see a picture of people’s feet. Get their faces.
Somebody at Isothermal Community College knows how to shoot a group picture. I recently saw five graduates of a nursing program. Two in the front, three in the back and it was mostly their faces, not their feet or belt buckles. The folks on the back row had their heads at the top of the frame of the picture. I wanted to weep for joy. It was beautiful.
Bigger groups? Consider three lines, maybe even have the more spry among them go to one knee in front of the first line. Remember the rule. If you can’t see the camera, the camera can’t see you. Still go for faces and put
the heads in the top of the frame. Jock also said don’t shoot in front of brick walls because brick walls and type on the page look alike. A high contrast background sets the photo off from the type. Even bigger groups? Use steps or bleachers if they are available. Watch out for groups that want to spread out right and left and not give any depth to the photo. Bunch ‘em in and use three or more lines if possible. If you don’t have steps or bleachers, stand on a bucket or a chair or even a ladder if you can find one. Again, as much as possible don’t shoot feet and the wall above their heads. Put the heads in the top of the frame of the picture. Have I mentioned this before?
I once told my son Luke, when he was about three or four, that heads need to be in the top of the frame. He stretched his neck in hopes of reaching the top of the frame. It is a hilarious photo. If your photo is headed for the local paper, hope and pray your friend who is laying out the page has a passion
for faces. I once submitted a massive shot of several hundred kids at vacation Bible school. If the layout friend had been of the Jock Lauterer school, the picture would have run high and wide. Instead the person who laid it on the page did not run it high and wide, but rather low and narrow. The glorious faces looked like pinheads. And remember, when sending a photo to the paper, always include the names of those shown, left to right, front to back. These pictures often end up in scrapbooks or between the pages of favorite books and years from now folks will want to know who is in the photo. My dear beloved friend of 35 years, the Creative Director of Rutherford Weekly, Jan Cook, knows my passion for showing the faces. She ran the photo of elected officials and friends from the Basil Whitener breakfast last year all the way across the front page. You could see their faces! Thank you, Jan. Contact Pat Jobe at patjobe13@gmail.com.
By Gary Miller
I’ve been hanging out with my grandson. He’s only 6. He loves a diversity of things from mowing to basketball. A few weeks ago, I took him on his first fishing trip. We went to a friend’s pond. I knew I could teach Juda some of the nuances of fishing while ensuring his success in catching fish. I was right. We caught one small brim after another. Every now and then, we would catch sight of a large fish. And of course, Juda wanted to catch it. And of course, we never did. The smallest ones were always the first to our bait so much so, they became a nuisance. So, I had a plan for our next fishing trip. I would take him to the riverbank and let him try his newfound love in more difficult waters. I thought (which was my first mistake) that we might have more of an opportunity to catch a larger fish. I was right when it came to the opportunity. I was wrong in thinking he was ready for the move. He lasted about 20 minutes. I lasted about 18. We packed up our stuff and headed home. Our next trip will be back at the pond. He failed the test. But that’s not a bad thing.
I can imagine what some of you are thinking when you read that he “failed the test.” You may have thought about how the word failure seems too serious for a simple fishing trip. Juda was not a failure, however. He just failed the test of seeing if he was ready for bigger fishing trips. He has passed plenty of other tests. That’s why he’s push-mowing my back yard. But he was not ready for the river. And if I were to ask him where he wants to go on our next fishing trip, he would say to the pond. He knows he’s not ready as well. That’s what tests do. They put us in situations where we can take what we’ve been learning and see if we are ready for the actual event. That’s why teachers give tests. It’s for them and the person taking the test, to see if they are ready for the profession they are pursuing. Just the other day, I was watching a local television station, and the emergency broadcast system test came on. I hadn’t heard it in a long time. The announcer said, “This is a test of the Emergency Alert System. This is only a test. If this had been an actual emergency, you would have been instructed where to tune in your area for news and official information. This is only a test.”
Let me cut to the chase. Some of you have been really growing in your faith, and all of a sudden, something bad, difficult, confusing, unexpected, or painful has happened. And you are questioning why. Let me tell you why. God is testing what you’ve learned to see how you’ll apply it when it becomes an actual emergency. Scratch that. God knows how you’ll react. But the test reveals to you whether you’re ready to move from the pond to the river. So, recognize tests for what they are. And recognize that failed tests are better than failing an actual emergency. While Juda may have failed this first test, one day he will be ready for the river.
Gary Miller gary@outdoortruths.org
Aktion Club Conference held in Rutherfordton
Aktion Club members from Hendersonville, Polk, Rutherford counties and Waynesville gathered for the Western Carolinas Aktion Club Conference at Second Baptist Church in Rutherfordton recently. The theme of the meeting was a 50s-era sock hop.
Aktion Clubs are service clubs for adults with disabilities. Members become competent, capable, caring leaders through the vehicle of service. Kiwanis Clubs serve as sponsors of the Aktion Clubs. Members of the clubs discussed some of the service projects they undertake such as providing stuffed bears for police and fire departments to give comfort to children involved in crisis situations. Bears were given to Biltmore Forest Police Department chief Chris Beddingfield.
Other service projects mentioned included collecting coats and backpack items for homeless shelters, helping stock food pantries and having a praise team that makes public appearances. The Rutherford Club gave the report in a skit involving ‘Kaitlynlox and the bears’.
Key note speaker Sam Beddingfield encouraged the over 70 Aktion Club members to help family, strangers and others in
need because someone is counting on each of them. There was a surprise visit from “Elvis” and then some dancing.
Debby Meissner of the
Operation Heat Relief – free
Rutherford County residents have a way to stay safe and cool this summer thanks to the Operation Heat Relief’s free fans.
Fans are available at no cost through the Operation Heat Relief program.
To qualify a person must reside in Rutherford County, be an adult 60 years or older OR an adult with a disability and have a home situation where heat poses a threat to health and well-being. This program aims to
provide a more comfortable living environment and reduce the risk of heatrelated illness during the hot summer months.
Fans are distributed on a first-come, first-served basis – while supplies last.
The program is made possible by Dominion Resources, Duke Energy Carolinas, Duke Energy Progress, and Valassis. For more information, call 828-287-6409.
Yokefellow is very pleased that we
from 10am–5pm Proceeds assisting Rutherford County residents in crisis since 1967.
GARY MILLER
Rutherford Life Services staff assisted with the
Article & Photos By: Pat Nanney
Wilson Baptist Church recently held a car, truck and bike show to benefit their youth program. The event raised over $2300. Letty Weast helped give the People’s Choice Award
owned by Dewayne Martin.
Garden Club elects new officers
The Rutherfordton Garden Club met at the Rutherfordton Clubhouse for their year-end meeting in May. The Executive Committee served lunch and new officers and club members were inducted for 2025-2026. Signups for next year’s work committees along with plans for the Club’s annual Christmas wreath fundraiser were discussed. Members continue to serve on their assigned work committees throughout the summer. The next meeting will be in September. The garden club is a
women and men who gather together to learn, share and beautify our area.
For more info, find the club on Facebook and Instagram as “Rutherfordton Garden Club”. Article Provided By: Jean Gordon. Photos Contributed.
Earl Scruggs Music Festival adds Battle of the Banjos
are divided between The Earl Scruggs Center, a museum and community center in Earl’s birthplace of Shelby and WNCW-FM, a public radio station located at Isothermal Community College.
honorarium, a featured interview on WNCW, full weekend passes, on-site camping, and promotional support across festival channels.
New this year at North Carolina’s Earl Scruggs Music Festival in late August is a talent competition Battle of the Banjos. The title is a nod to their namesake, but in fact, no banjos need be present to win.
The festival was launched to honor Scruggs, and the various flavors of music he performed or inspired, leaving the promoters a fairly wide lane in which to operate in booking talent. And they take full advantage of the fact, bringing in a wide variety of sounds and styles each year, including plenty of bluegrass, of course.
Though it is a for-profit event, a portion of the proceeds
Battle of the Banjos is open to bands, artists, or solo performers in the southeastern US, who can be available at the festival on August 28-29 in Mill Spring. Interested acts are asked to fill in an online registration form by June 27, with links to your social media and some of your music. Bluegrass, Americana, folk, or roots music performers qualify to compete.
A panel of judges made up of festival organizers and professional musicians will comb through the submissions, and select 3-5 artists based on entries. Those finalists will then be judged by fans online, with the top vote getter receiving two performance slots during the festival weekend, a $500
For more info visit earlscruggsmusicfest.com.
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Rutherfordton bull rider competing this weekend
PBR Tryon returns to Tryon International Friday June 20 and Saturday June 21.
PBR Tryon will showcase America’s original extreme sport as more than 30 of the best bull riders in the world attempt the rankest bucking bulls on the planet. The rider field will feature 16 riders from North and South Carolina, including Rutherfordton’s Randy Whitener.
Tickets are selling quickly, so advance tickets are strongly encouraged. Fun for the whole family, with live music, kids activities, vendors, shopping and dining pre-show as well as an after-party at the (NEW) Silver Spoon Saloon.
Article Provided By: Tryon International Equestrian Center
Tips for Improving Kid’s Dental Health
June is National Oral Health Month. Kick off summer the right way by teaching your kids good dental health habits.
Here are 8 simple, quick and cost-effective ways to protect your children’s teeth. For more tips, visit www.dph.ncdhhs.gov.
• Brush kid’s teeth twice a day with the correct amount of fluoride toothpaste.
• Use pacifiers safely until age 1, and avoid dipping
them in honey or other sugary products.
• Offer only water at bedtime.
• Make sure kids drink fluoridated water.
• Eat a healthy, wellbalanced diet and limit sugary foods and drinks.
• Offer water between meals instead of milk or juice.
• Schedule regular visits to the dentist starting at age 1.
• Set a good example and protect the whole family’s oral health.
Most North Carolina counties also have a Safety Net Dental Clinic. Many accept insurance, NC Medicaid and NC Health Choice for Children. Many Safety Net clinics provide services on a sliding-fee scale based on income.
For more info, visit www. dph.ncdhhs.gov.
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New members inducted are (left to right): Janice Minshew, Sharon Stoutenburg, Karen Yetter, Barbara Mears, Kelly Emoff, Wanda Page, Jo Williamson, Norma Whiteside (front).
JUNE
Thru August 2
FREE Tutoring in Reading Grades 1-7
When: June 2-August 2, Mon./Wed. or Tues./Thurs., 1 hour sessions. 1-2pm/2:15-3:15pm, 3:30-4:30pm/4:45-5:45pm, 6-7pm
Where: McBrayer Office Building; 132 E. Main St., Forest City, across from Smith’s Drug
June 27
Jackson Smith’s 2025 Anniversary Concert
When: June 27; 6:30pm
Where: Crestview Baptist Church; 630 S Church St., Forest City
More Info: Jackson Smith, The Lawsons, and Pine Ridge Boys. Love offering will be received.
ONGOING EVENTS
Lake Lure Lions Club Awards Two Scholarships
Tuesdays
Cancer Support Group
When: First Tuesday each month
5-6:30pm
Thursdays
More Info: 5 students per Tutor. All Tutors have NC Teaching Certificate. Limited slots. 828-202-5593, info@ teamnctutoring.org.
June 19
Juneteenth Celebration
When: June 19; 11am-6pm
Free Movie Friday
When: June 27; 8pm
Where: Forest City Pavilion On Park Square (POPS); 153 Park Square Circle Forest City
More Info: Featuring ‘Inside Out 2’.
June 28
Hot Dog and Hamburger dinner
When: June 28; 4-7pm
Where: Rutherford County Senior Center
More Info: For cancer patients & survivors; informative topics, friendship and refreshments.
RSVP 828-245-4956, option 1.
Rutherford County Woodworkers Club
Lake Lure Lions Club Scholarships for 2025 have been awarded to two graduating seniors in the amount of $1,500 each. The recipients must be North Carolina residents residing in Lake Lure or attend the Lake Lure Classical Academy and must be accepted to a state college, university, community college or vocational/technical school.
When: Every Fourth Tuesday Where: Rutherford County Annex, Rutherfordton More Info: 919-696-6064
eventually pursue a healthcare career as a physician.
What: American Legion member of Post 74 Forest City, Post 423 Henrietta or Post 437 Chimney Rock: pay membership dues at www.legion.org. Join American Legion, Jimmy 704-819-5862.
Karsyn has been accepted at Gardner Webb University where she plans to major in Animal Science and minor in Agricultural Business as well as run Cross Country Track & Field. Karsyn aspires to one day open her own business.
Where: Kiwanis Park; 129 N. Main St., Rutherfordton More Info: Juneteenth history, games for kids, entertainment for all, line dancing, gospel singing. Sponsored by Carolina Foothills Foundation, African American Heritage Museum, the Town of Rutherfordton and MLK Committee of New Hope. If interested in being a vendor call Doris 828-447-2674.
Where: Piedmont-Pleasant Hill Community Club; 1761 Maple Creek Rd., Rutherfordton
More Info: $8
June 20
Free Movie Friday
When: June 20; 8pm
June 29
Purple Madness, the ultimate Prince tribute band When: June 29; 3pm
The 2025 Lions Club scholarship winners are Lake Lure residents, Jordyn Mccollim and Karsyn Huskey. Jordyn is a graduating senior at Lake Lure Classical Academy and Karsyn is graduating from Polk County High School. Jordyn has been accepted
What: Learn more about the Civil War/Confederacy third Friday monthly at annex in Rutherfordton. 6:30pm refreshments. 7pm meeting. William Corbitt SCV camp welcomes you. More Info: teddybear93_890@ yahoo.com
Open Arms Substance Abuse When: Tuesdays 6-7pm Where: Highland Apartments Activity Center; 171 Butler Rd., Forest City
Where: Kiwanis Park; 129 N. Main St., Rutherfordton More Info: Featuring ‘Soul’.
Where: Forest City Pavilion On Park Square (POPS); 153 Park Square Circle Forest City
June 21
Rutherfordton Kiwanis Club Annual Charity Auction
When: June 21; 9am
Where: Rutherfordton Public Works building; 230 N. Cleghorn St., Rutherfordton
More Info: Experience all the hits from the legendary artist, performed by Purple Madness. The night will also feature 803 Fresh and Rocky Yelton & the Hired Guns.
June 30
Saturdays Stitch by Stitch When: First Saturday monthly, 12pm
Where: Rutherford County Library, Callahan Rd., Spindale
More Info: Ages 10 and up; cross-stitch, needle point and slow stitching
The primary selection criteria are based on grade point average, school activities, extracurricular activities and community service. Each student completed an application to include high school transcripts, 2 letters of recommendation and a personal statement. In the personal statement each student articulates their career aspirations including their higher education plans and who in their life has inspired them to follow their aspirations and why.
Blood Connection
When: June 21; 11am-6pm
Where: Walmart; 197 Plaza Dr., Forest City
Ribbon Cutting
When: June 30; 5pm
Where: Rutherford County Animal control facility; 545 Laurel Hill Dr., Rutherfordton
JULY & BEYOND
The Lake Lure Lions Club scholarship selection committee is made up of 3 active members of the Lake Lure Lions Club. This year’s committee consists of Judy Jay (Committee Chair), Monica Faherty and Kristen Boyd. Lake Lure Lions Club
Volunteer Opportunities
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Free She Build Camp
July 19
When: July 19; 9am-3pm
Where: Isothermal Community College; 286 ICC Loop Rd., Spindale
July 24
Upcycled Fashion Show
When: July 24; 6pm
Where: County Library; 255 Callahan Koon Rd., Spindale
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More Info: Registration opens June 10! Win prizes. Kids, tweens & teens invited. Register online at rutherfordcountylibrary.org/events.
NC Guardian ad Litem Program trains & supervises child advocate volunteers to represent best interests of kids in court system. www.volunteerforgal.org,
President, Fay Kobland, said she was impressed by these students’ achievements, applications, references, and vision for their career paths after high school. “It is obvious that these students have strong visions about what they want to do in adulthood and the path to achieve it. I am so proud that the Lions were able to provide the opportunity to share in their future plans.”
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Information about Lions Clubs International and how to join can be viewed at www.lionsclubs.org. Lions Clubs International is the world’s largest service club organization with more than 1.35 million members in 210 countries and geographical areas around the world.
Since 1917, Lions Clubs have aided the blind and visually impaired and made a strong commitment to community service and serving youth throughout the world among other endeavors such as
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Karsyn Huskey
Jordyn Mccollim
Routine maintenance is required to ensure the safety and performance of any vehicle. Although vehicle owners have different options when it comes to servicing their cars and trucks, including doing it themselves or visiting an independent auto repair center, there are various benefits to using a dealership for servicing needs.
According to a study by Kelley Blue Book, 35 percent of all cars were serviced at a dealership in 2021. By 2023, that figure had dropped to 30 percent. Service chains, like tire service centers and quick lube brands, are gaining ground in the automotive servicing market. Here are six reasons why consumers may want to think about returning
to the dealership to maintain their vehicles.
1. Cost
KBB says that owners are not saving much by shifting their business to service centers. In 2023, the average dealership service visit cost $258, while a visit to a non-dealer service center was $249 on average. Customers may
be able to negotiate with dealerships where they purchased the car for lower prices or coupon incentives, as dealerships typically like to build relationships with customers to ensure repeat business.
2. Original equipment manufacturer parts
A big advantage to going to the dealership for service is original equipment manufacturer parts, known as OEM parts and accessories. OEM means the components used in the service or repair will be the same as those used by the manufacturer in their own workshops, guaranteeing both quality and compatibility, according to DCH Honda. This can be especially important for electrical components.
3. Certified technicians
is easier to come by if all of the visits took place at a dealership. They can simply pull up a record of the vehicle and provide it to the owner; otherwise, one may scramble to compile the vehicle history from various service centers.
Even if customers know and trust an independent mechanic, or feel confident in their own repair skills, there are times when going to a dealership for servicing may be a better idea.
6. Loaner vehicle Oftentimes dealerships will provide courtesy cars to customers while service is taking place. This means that customers will not be inconvenienced if repairs take a day or more, and will not have to spend out-ofpocket to get a rental car.
Modern vehicles are complex and unique between make and model. Visiting a dealership for service means you’ll be getting a service technician who has specific knowledge about the vehicles that dealership sells. Technicians at dealerships have to be manufacturercertified, meaning they will have the most up-to-date knowledge and access to cutting-edge equipment.
4. Warranty savings
More often than not, new vehicles come with manufacturer warranties. Certain service may be covered by the manufacturer or dealership at no cost to the vehicle owner. Plus, the dealership can easily look up and apply the warranty pricing if applicable. Also, the service may need to be performed at a dealership by a certified technician for a warranty to continue to be valid.
5. Accessible records
If and when the time comes time to sell a vehicle, having a handy log of all servicing can be advantageous. This
Two is always better than one
...As shown in this photograph of the Forest City Electric Department doing work at a construction site on South Broadway in Forest City.
NC State Highway Employees Compete in Safety Conference
N.C. Department of Transportation (NCDOT) employees from the seven counties of Division 13 recently convened for the annual Equipment Operators Safety Conference and competition.
For the more than 125 employees who gathered at the NCDOT Burke County Maintenance Yard, it was a welcome event after months of rebuilding from Hurricane Helene, plowing through snow and ice, and performing road maintenance in various traffic situations.
For two days last week, they were able to hone their safety procedures and skills operating heavy equipment safely away from traffic while also enjoying some friendly competition.
The maintenance employees competed in one of multiple events: Backhoe, skid-steer, motorgrader, single-axle truck, tandem axle truck, low-boy truck or tractor mower. Each event has its own set of skill tests from picking up golf balls with a spoon attached to the bucket of a backhoe to parallel parking a low-boy trailer.
“We cannot emphasize safety enough,” said Division 13 Maintenance Engineer Scott Killough. “It’s important that we create a safe culture in all facets of NCDOT — from how we plan operations, to how we conduct them to how we establish safe conditions for drivers.”
The following employee won his event and advances to a state competition to be held in June in Concord: Tandem Axle Truck: Steve Lovelace, Rutherford County Maintenance.
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Square last Friday afternoon were brothers, Chosen, Phoenix and Jakari Galbreath. The splash pads are open 10am to 9pm Sunday-Saturday.
New Land Purchased for Trails Near Lake Lure
Our vision for the Hickory Nut Gorge State Trail includes a loop that completely encircles Lake Lure, connecting Chimney Rock State Park, Weed Patch Mountain, and Youngs Mountain. The trail will also link to the Upper Hickory Nut Gorge around Bearwallow Mountain—over 100 miles in all!
This spring, we were able to take an important step toward this goal by purchasing 49 acres for future trails near Lake Lure. This property on Buffalo
Shoals Road will be an anchor for future trails on the east side of the lake. While we need to secure more land before we can start building trails, we were excited to acquire this property, which is right on the proposed route and ideal for a sustainable contour trail. The land is near neighborhoods on the lakeshore and would likely be developed if we hadn’t seized this opportunity. Key funding came from NC Complete the Trails program and from your support! Trails and Greenways Manager Kristin
Cozza says, “Acquiring property is one of the biggest hurdles to constructing a new trail. The Complete the Trails Program gives state trail sponsors like Conserving Carolina a boost over this hurdle so we can get trails on the ground and provide public access to some of the state’s most magnificent landscapes.”
By conserving this land, we are also saving rich wildlife habitat. A survey found 239 species, as well as potential habitat for 27 rare species. During a visit this spring, we saw a black bear roaming the forest, heard migratory songbirds in the tree canopy, and enjoyed the mountain laurels in full bloom. It will be a beautiful place for new trails!
For more information visit conservingcarolina.org.
Article & Photo Provided By: Jean Gordon
Article & Photo Provided By: Jean Gordon
Article Provided By: Conserving Carolina
Buffalo Shoals rocks and laurel.
FAVORITE
TWICEBAKED SWEET POTATOES
2 medium sweet potatoes, scrubbed
1 teaspoon
olive oil
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
2 teaspoons chili powder
1⁄2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1⁄2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus a pinch
2 tablespoons honey
3⁄4 cup coarsely chopped pecans
Preheat the oven to 400F.
Massage olive oil onto sweet potatoes and set on a small baking sheet. Bake for 1 hour or until a knife glides through effortlessly. Let cool until safe to handle. Keep the oven on.
Halve sweet potatoes horizontally. Carefully scoop out the flesh into a bowl. Set skins aside. Add butter, maple syrup, chili powder, cinnamon, and 1⁄4 teaspoon of salt and use a potato masher to mash filling
By: Jean Gordon
It’s been a very long time ago now it seems when our second grade class from Shiloh Elementary School traveled from the school to Rutherfordton to see a movie at the Sylvan Theater, where One Thirteen is located today.
flavored sucker. It was quite economical to go the drive in as a family, especially if a family took its own snacks, which is exactly what the Gordons did.
Our snacks consisted of saltine crackers with peanut butter and ice water, maybe Kool-Aid. I never knew there was actually a concession stand at the theater where you could buy snacks.
Anyway, it was always a bunch of fun. Two of us girls would claim the back windows where we’d sit and watch the movie in the open air, only to find out we had to take turns.
So as a second grader it was quite the treat to go to an inside movie.
happened. I thought they were going to roll right out into the theater and get me.
I remember nearly jumping out of my seat. No joke. I squealed. When I told our parents about the movie, we all went back to see the movie at the drive-in.
I enjoy going to a movie and unlike many, I don’t have HBO and the other movie channels and I don’t have access to them on my television. So a trip to the movie theater is much less stressful if I want to see a movie.
There is a big possibility the opening could be this Friday with top movies playing.
In a small bowl, combine honey, pecans, and a
Place skins side by side in a small baking dish.
SPICY
OVEN-FRIED COD FILLETS
Sauce:
2 teaspoons thinly sliced green onion with top
1 small garlic clove, pressed
1⁄2 cup reduced-fat Thousand Island dressing
1⁄4 teaspoon chili powder
Dash cayenne pepper
Cod fillets:
1 egg, lightly beaten
1⁄2 cup dry Italian-style bread crumbs
1⁄4 teaspoon chili powder
1⁄4 teaspoon salt
11⁄2 pounds cod fish fillets
Preheat oven to 450 F. For sauce, thinly slice green onion. Press garlic. Add onion, salad dressing, chili powder, and cayenne pepper; mix well. Cover; refrigerate at least 1 hour to allow flavors to blend.
For cod fillets, lightly beat egg in a bowl. Combine bread crumbs, chili powder and salt in a shallow dish. Dip fillets in egg, then in crumb mixture, coating evenly. Arrange fillets on a pan; lightly spray with nonstick cooking spray.
Bake 15 to 18 minutes or until cod flakes easily with a fork. Remove from oven; serve cod with sauce.
PASTA SALAD WITH BROAD BEANS, TOMATOES, PEPPERS, AND HERBS
Makes 6 to 8 servings
1 lb. farfalle pasta
4 vine tomatoes, diced
8 ounces broad beans
1 yellow pepper, diced
2 tablespoons finely chopped flat-leaf parsley
1 sprig chopped thyme
1 small bunch chives, snipped
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Freshly ground black peppercorns
Salt Cook farfalle in a large saucepan of salted, boiling water until al dente; 8 to 10 minutes.
Drain and refresh immediately in iced water.
Once cool, drain again, toss in a large mixing bowl with vegetables and chopped herbs. Add olive oil, lemon juice and seasoning, tossing again thoroughly before serving.
I was probably seven years old and it was the first time I had ever stepped foot inside an indoor theater. With a family of four children and parents, going to an inside movie was expensive, even back then. So our family always went to the drive-in movies either at the Tri City Drive-In or the Midway in Sandy Mush. You might remember parents paid for the movie tickets at the drive-in by “the car load” and everyone was given a coconut
Playing at the Sylvan Theater was “Swiss Family Robinson” and our entire school went with the exception of first graders. I loved the movie and remember as if it was yesterday, the log roll. Remember how the Robinson family let all the logs loose and the logs rapidly rolled down a steep hill and took the Pirates out. It was an awesome defense method. I remember to this very day nearly jumping out of my seat when the log roll
It’s been a long time since we have had the opportunity to go to a movie theater in Rutherford County with the exception of watching a movie at POPS or at Kiwanis Park on a scheduled Friday night for an amazing outdoor family experience.
I am beyond excited that our new theater Cinema IV is going to open very soon. It’s been a long time since we could stay in our county and walk inside an indoor theater.
Do yourselves a favor and express your gratitude to the owners and thank them by giving us a new Cinema IV. Enjoy popcorn and a soda for much less prices than other theaters and the admission price is economical. Movie prices will vary from $5 on Tuesdays to $8.50 for adult tickets on other days with children and senior citizens less than that.
Give the Cinema IV the best welcome ever and thank the owners for never giving up on a dream.
We’ll see you there, sitting in one of those big red cushy chairs watching one of Hollywood’s latest releases munching on peanut butter crackers and water-just for old time sake.
Contact Jean: gordonjean211@gmail.com
The theater is new from the inside out and it’s not a renovation. From one hickup to another to this and that, this new theater has had its share of issues. One of the owners said the other day they have taken three steps forward and five back during the lengthy process. They have worked and worked to make sure this theater is the best. These people have patience and more patience.
June 21
What: Church Wide Yard Sale
When: June 21; 8am-2pm
Where: Cedar Grove Fellowship Church; 160 Toney Rd., Bostic
More Info: Proceeds to Building Fund.
What: Bluegrass Gospel Music
When: June 21; 6pm
Where: Faith Baptist Church; 265 NC-9 N., Mill Spring
More Info: Featuring James Metcalf and Colt Creek Band.
June 22-26
What: Bible School
When: June 22-26; 6-8:30pm
Where: High Shoal Baptist Church; 284 High Shoals Church Rd., Mooresboro
More Info: Commencement: Thurs., June 26
June 23-27
What: Vacation Bible School
When: June 23-27; 5:30-8:30pm
Where: Mount Vernon Baptist Church; 2676 Hudlow Rd., Forest City
More Info: Embark on an unforgettable Alaskan adventure at True North VBS!
June 27
What: Jackson Smith’s 2025 Anniversary
Concert
When: June 27; 6:30pm
Where: Crestview Baptist Church; 630 S Church St., Forest City
More Info: Jackson Smith, The Lawsons, and Pine Ridge Boys. Love offering will be received.
What: Free Hot Dog Meal
When: June 27; noon
Where: Spindale United Methodist Church; 185 Mill St., Spindale
More Info: Meal distribution begins at noon.
July 6
What: First Sunday Night Signing
When: July 6; 7pm
Where: Riverside Baptist Church; 1178 Hogan Rd., Forest City
St. Francis Episcopal Church Sun: 8:30am Adult Sunday School. 9:30am Worship Holy Eucharist. 408 N. Main St., Rutherfordton
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that we mourn the sudden loss of our beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, Ralph Hadden Coggins, Jr. on Wednesday, June 4, 2025.
late Ralph Coggins, Sr. and Juanita Coggins in Spartanburg County, SC in October of 1947.
Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Teresa Coggins; sons, Joseph Coggins and wife Jessica, Joshua Coggins and wife Autumn, Terry Conner and wife Amanda; daughters, Jennifer Taksa and husband Brandon, Jessica Waddell and husband Robert, Tara Wilson and Kristine; grandchildren, Andrew and Justin Coggins, Chase and Katelyn Christopherson, Christian, Ashton, and Lily Coggins, Eli Taksa, Abigale, Izabelle, and Nathan Waddell and Lauren Caraluzzo.
SGM Ralph proudly served in and retired from the United States Army after 23 years. He worked as a Dispatcher for Spartanburg County 911 for 21 years and was a member of Christian Motorcyclists Association for 24 years. He loved Jesus and telling others about him. Celebration of Life Services were held June 14 at Orchard Street Baptist Church.
Memorial tributes may be made at www.rsmorganfsl.com.
Robert Morgan Funeral and Cremation Service, LLC is serving the family.
industry.
Left to cherish Kenneth’s memories are his sons, Ricky Lewis and wife Patricia of Inman, Jason Lewis of Mississippi; grandchildren, Cailynn Lewis and Ricky Lewis of Inman; sister, Nadine of Forest City.
Services will be private for the family.
Online condolences at crowemortuary.com
Junior “Ray” Buff
Junior “Ray” Buff, 70, passed away Monday, June 2, 2025.
He was born to the late George Lee Buff, Jr. “Junior” and Lillie Beaver Buff in Cleveland County. He is also predeceased by his brother, Tommy Mode; sister, Janie Henderson. Left to cherish his memory are his daughter, Tammy Clark; grandchildren, Brandon Black and wife Brittne, Heather Lanier and husband Gavin, Amber
As we set aside a day to honor our earthly fathers, it is vitally important that we honor the Father of all fathers and that is God. We must take note that scriptures teach us to address God as our Father. It is the Holy Spirit who witnesses with our spirit that we belong to God and our hearts full of assurance cry out, “Abba Father”, which refers to an intimate relationship such as a dad with his child. We must keep in mind to have a holy reverence for God, but when it comes to approaching Him, we keep in mind that He is our Heavenly Father and He desires to relate to us as His children.
The greatest gift of our Father is that He brings a sense of security to our life. There is not a more contented place in life than in His presence. The Psalmist wrote in Psalm 46, that “God is our refuge and strength a very present help in trouble.” We find safety and protection in our relationship with God. When all the world walks out the door, it is our Heavenly Father who will never leave
Robert Morgan Funeral and Cremation Service, LLC is serving the family.
Virginia Burgess
Virginia Burgess, 90, passed Monday, June 9, 2025.
She was born in Plainfield, NJ.
Ginny was a homemaker and worked for NJ Bell for 18 years. She retired and moved with her husband, Charlie, to Rutherfordton.
She was predeceased by her parents, Michael and Anna Rita, a brother Michael Rita, a sister Gloria Richtmyer, her son Thomas Fusco Sr., and a granddaughter Melissa Baker.
Surviving is her husband Charles Burgess, and three daughters Deborah Fusco, Pamela Fusco, and Susan Baker, two grandchildren, Mackenzie Fusco and Dylan Fusco, stepdaughter Susan Burgess, step-
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Carrie Michelle Hudson
Carrie Michelle Hudson, age 47, of Forest City, NC went home to be with her Lord June 9, 2025.
Carrie was the daughter of Michael Ray Melton and the late Debbie Robertson Melton.
Left to cherish her memory are her husband Courtland “Corky” Hudson; children Levi (Ashley), Logan (Madyson), Joseph, and Raelyne; sister Shelly Richeson (Rickie); stepsister Paige Callahan (Michael); two grandchildren Cohen, and Casen; stepmother Sharon Melton; nieces Miranda Richeson Brown, and Delaney Richeson.
Services were held June 14 at Pleasant Hill Baptist Church with Rev. James Henson officiating.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Hospice of Carolina Foothills. PO Box 337 Forest City, NC 28043.
Online condolences may be made at www. crowemortuary.com.
Mary Hazel Campbell
June 13 in the Padgett and King Chapel with Rev. Chad Sisk officiating.
An online guest registry is available at www. padgettking.com
Padgett~King Mortuary and Crematory is serving the family.
Thomas “Jason” Ruppe
Thomas “Jason” Ruppe, 42, of Forest City, NC passed away May 14, 2025.
He was born December 21, 1982 in Shelby.
Jason was not the easiest person to get along with, but he was a very caring and giving person and would help anyone he could. He was always walking or riding his bike to go visit his family and friends. He left many memories and footsteps behind during his lifetime. Ones that will live on forever.
In additional to his mom, Donna McCullough, he was preceded in death by his aunt Mary Ellen, uncle Jerry and cousin Michael.
Army veteran serving from 1951 to 1953. He retired from Stonecutter Mills after many years. He was also preceded in death by his wife Betty Ware Hutchins and a son Ralph Hutchins and four brothers; James Hutchins, Marvin Hutchins, Jack Hutchins and Wilbert Hutchins. Everett was a member of Brittain Presbyterian Church.
He is survived by one daughter Tonya Hutchins Clark (Alan) of Asheville, two sons Joe Hutchins (Kathy) of Rutherfordton, Boyd Hutchins (Amy) of Rutherfordton, one brother Rev. George Hutchins (Rose Mary).
The funeral service was held at Brittain Presbyterian Church on June 13 with Rev. Dr. Don Scofield officiating. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Hospice of Carolina Foothills; PO Box 336; Forest City, NC 28043. McMahan’s Funeral Home & Crematory is serving the family.
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us or forsake us. According to the Apostle Paul, there is nothing in this life and beyond that could ever separate from His love. Not even ourselves.
Scripture reminds us that as God’s children, we have been blessed with a mega portion of His Grace. His provisions go way beyond just meeting our daily needs. To those who receive Him as their Savior, He has an abundant supply of mercy and grace that will never run out. Forgiveness of sins, spiritual enablement and an eternal inheritance are just a few things mentioned in His Word. In our darkest days, our Father brings comfort to the brokenhearted. He has promised one day to wipe away all the tears from our eyes and we will enjoy an eternal relationship with Him.
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Mary Hazel Campbell, age 77 of Forest City died Sunday, June 8, 2025.
Hazel was born July 24, 1947, in Rutherford County and was the daughter of the late Joseph Allan Dobbins and Annie Toms Dobbins.
She was a cafeteria worker for many years at
Survivors include his children, DJ, Joshua, Jayla, Jasmine, Isaiah, and their mothers Kathy and Holly, his dad Thomas Ruppe, numerous aunts, uncles and cousins in Shelby and many other friends and family.
The family is having a private gathering at a later date and time.
A walk of life was held June 15 in downtown Forest City at the fountain.
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
Troy Jacob Howell, age 33, of Forest City, passed away Tuesday, June 10, 2025.
Troy was a native of Palm Beach, FL, and was the son of Melinda Dempsey and the late John Cuff. Troy started his own company, Howell Hauling and Moving Company. He also worked at Walmart Distribution Center. In addition to his mother, Melinda Dempsey and husband Joseph, Troy is survived by his wife, Caitlin Howell, and their children, Wolf Shane Howell, and Belle Cheri Howell, sister, Tabitha Trudel, aunts Michelle McKnight, and Mindy Cuff, uncles, Jerry Howell, Blake McKnight, and Jesse Cuff, paternal grandparents, Sue and John Cuff III, and cousins, Chase H. McKnight, Heather McKnight, and Sandie McKnight.
The family will conduct a celebration of life at a later date. McMahan’s Funeral Home & Crematory is serving the family.
Cynthia graduated from RS Central High School and East Carolina University. In her early adult life, Cynthia worked as a commercial writer for a local television station in Greenville, before moving back to Spindale. She worked for Alexander Day Care, The Learning Tree, and Rutherford Life Services. She was a member of Spencer Baptist Church.
Cynthia was also preceded in death by her brother, Jerry Gideon Jones.
Left to cherish her memory are her nephew Nicholas Jones and wife Maggie of Forest City, niece Allison Jones of Rutherfordton, and sister-in-law Debbie Jones of Rutherfordton, great nephews Jacob, Eli, and Theo Jones of Forest City, as well as many beloved cousins.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held Sunday, June 22nd, 3PM at Spencer Baptist Church with Dr. Bruce Caldwell officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Spencer Baptist Church, 187 N. Oak St., Spindale, NC 28160 or the new Rutherford Life Services Performance and Recreation Center Fund. Rutherford Life Services, 230 Fairground Rd., Spindale, NC 28160. Online condolences may be made at www. crowemortuary.com.
Billy Bradley, Sr.
Billy Bradley, Sr., age 81, of Rutherfordton, passed away Tuesday, June 10, 2025.
Billy was born January 4, 1944 in Rutherford County, the late Ernest Bradley and Lollie Sisk Bradley.
He was a logger for over sixty-five years having worked for South Mountain Pulp Wood, Inc. He was a member of Spindale Fellowship Holiness Church.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in
The funeral service will be conducted at 2pm Saturday, June 21 at Spindale Fellowship Holiness Church with Rev. Chad Sisk and Rev. Bobby Brown officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends one hour prior to service time at the church.
An online guest registry is available at www.harrelsonfuneralhome.com Harrelson Funeral and Cremation Services is serving the family.
Robert “Bob” Thompson
Robert “Bob” Thompson, age 80, of Bostic, passed away Wednesday, June 11, 2025.
Bob was born February 14, 1945 in Rutherford County to the late Romain Thompson and Nellie Pearl Wood Thompson.
Bob was a graduate of Chase High School, class of 1963 and worked for 28 years as a produce manager at Winn-Dixie and also worked for Burlington Industries and Fair Haven Home.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 45 years, Carolyn McDaniel Thompson and daughter, Tracy Heavener.
Survivors include his daughter, Amy Carol Burgess of Forest City; grandchildren, Tyler Thompson, Brad Burgess, Chad Burgess, Jesse Taylor, Cole Taylor, Drake Trevitz; great grandchildren, Aaliyah Burgess and Colby Burgess; sisterin-law, Linda Whitaker, nieces, Kelly Whitaker, Jessica Francis and a nephew, Terry Whitaker.
No formal services will be conducted.
An online guest registry is available at www.harrelsonfuneralhome.com Harrelson Funeral and Cremation Services is serving the family.
He was a graduate of Chase High School, class of 2000. Andy drove a delivery truck for Kimbrell’s Furniture Store and was a Concrete Barrier Installer for Curtin Trucking and Drainage Inc. Andy donated his organs and through his generous gift he was able to give a longer life to four people.
In addition to his father, those who preceded him in death were his PawPaws, Joe Lowery and Bob Wells and grandparents, David and Hattie Terry.
Lacey Smith. A memorial service will be conducted at 8pm Friday, June 20 at Harrelson Funeral Chapel with Rev. Montie Montieth officiating. The family will receive friends one prior to service time at the funeral home.
An online guest registry is available at www.harrlesonfuneralhome.com Harrelson Funeral and Cremation Services is serving the family.
He worked in textiles for many years and for Watts Regulator Company for several years. He was of the Baptist faith and a member of the Cliffside Masonic Lodge #460.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Jeremy Morrow and siblings, Beverly Gordon, Jimmy Morrow, Ronnie Morrow, Debbie Kimbrell, Ray Morrow and Lillian Coffey.
Those left to cherish his memory include his sib-
Morrow Curve Cemetery. The family will receive friends one hour prior to service time at the funeral home.
An online guest registry is available at www.harrelsonfuneralhome.com
Harrelson Funeral and Cremation Services is serving the family.
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Foothills Conservancy of North Carolina (FCNC) is accepting applications from farmers with at least two years of farming experience to join the land trust’s community farm incubator program for the 2026 growing season. The conservancy is hosting an open house at Oak Hill Community Park & Forest in Morganton, NC, on Thursday, July 24, from 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. to learn more about the program. The address is 820 NC 126, Morganton, NC, 28655.
The overall purposes of FCNC’s farm incubator program at Oak Hill Park are to increase the quantity and availability of healthy produce in Western North Carolina, educate local communities about the importance of local food and farms and uplift beginning farmers by providing affordable access to farmland. According to data from the USDA, North Carolina lost more than 3,000 farms and more than 300,000 acres of farmland between 2017 and 2022.
“Simply put, fewer farms means fewer healthy food options in our local communities,” said Ryan Sparks, Stewardship Director for FCNC. He continued, “By providing farmers with access to productive cropland, equipment to increase efficiency and capacity, and the opportunity to learn and share ideas, FCNC and its farm incubator program will help bolster our local agricultural industry and will lead to an increase in independent farm businesses in our area.”
For the inaugural 2026 growing season, FCNC will invite two farmers to participate in the incubator program. Farmers who complete the program will be primed to be agricultural industry leaders in the region and have the skills to generate more farming revenue. Program participants will hone their farming skills, improve their marketing potential and have access to exclusive promotional opportunities.
For a nominal fee, participants will have
access to a half-acre of USDA prime farmland soils and use of high-tunnels and equipment, and will gain hands-on mentorship with experienced farmers.
Farmers are expected to commit to at least 24 hours per week on their farming operations, where they will have land to grow annual and perennial vegetables, herbs, cut flowers and more. The program does not allow animal husbandry or ornamental nursery plants at this time.
FCNC will host an open house at Oak Hill Community Park & Forest July 24, from 9am-1pm where visitors can meet with the FCNC team to learn more about the incubator program and see the available land and equipment.
Oak Hill Community Park & Forest is a 652-acre park located ten minutes outside of downtown Morganton that is owned and operated by FCNC. The park is open to the public from sunrise to sunset.
Oak Hill Park is a community open space asset with 11 miles of multi-use trails and a sensory garden pathway that is currently under construction. The park hosts 25 acres of USDA prime farmland soils that are currently leased for commercial operation by Tou and Chue Lee of Lee’s One Fortune Farm, a nationally-renowned, traditional, multifamilyowned Hmong farm that specializes in growing a variety of asian vegetables, fruits, and rice without the use of chemically manufactured pesticides and all organic composts.
“Our partnership with Foothills Conservancy is a wonderful, symbiotic relationship where we share a common goal of utilizing good growing areas as a means to produce food for the community,” said Tou Lee, Owner of Lee’s One Fortune Farm. “My passion is to teach folks about what we do, why we do it, and the importance of growing a variety of crops in a way that is both sustainable and profitable.”
The incubator program will provide farmers with an opportunity to access land and farming equipment, as well as work, learn, grow, and become a farming business of their own alongside Lee’s One Fortune Farm. “This is a great model and we hope that this will set a precedent for other land trusts to work on the same model to influence a new generation of farmers,” says Lee.
“We’re extremely fortunate to have partners Tou and Chue Lee of Lee’s One Fortune Farm, who are willing to share their experience and knowledge to support beginning farmers in our region,” stated Katelyn Nelsen, Land and Stewardship Manager for FCNC.
For farmers with at least two years of experience who are interested in the program, apply at: https://
www.foothillsconservancy. org/oakhillpark/ communityfarmprogram/ or reach out to Katelyn Nelsen, FCNC’s Land and Stewardship Manager, at knelsen@ foothillsconservancy.org. Applications are due by September 1, 2025.
Foothills Conservancy of North Carolina is a nationally accredited regional land trust that inspires conservation in Western North Carolina by permanently protecting land and water for the benefit of
people and all living things.
A 501(c)(3) nonprofit, Foothills Conservancy has permanently protected over 71,500 acres across eight counties: Alexander, Burke, Caldwell, Catawba, Cleveland, Lincoln, McDowell, and Rutherford, and in three major river basins: the Broad, Catawba, and Yadkin.
FCNC supports and responds to community needs across our programmatic focus areas: land and water protection, farmland
preservation, wildlife habitat improvement, forest health and stewardship, public park management, public trail development and maintenance, improving access to natural spaces, community education, and volunteer engagement.
Information about Foothills Conservancy, including ways to support its work, can be found at www.foothillsconservancy. org or by calling 828-4379930.
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NCDHHS Emphasizes Summer Safety Practices as Temperatures Rise
As summer approaches, the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is reminding residents to take simple, proactive steps to enjoy outdoor activities safely. With the arrival of warmer weather, NCDHHS is highlighting key tips on water safety, heat protection and food safety to help prevent illness, injury and death.
Drowning remains the leading cause of death for children ages one through
four, but it is preventable. “Every North Carolinian deserves to enjoy the summer season without risk to their health or safety,” said Dr. Kelly Kimple, Interim State Health Director and NCDHHS Chief Medical Officer. “By taking small, thoughtful actions — like supervising children near water, staying cool during extreme heat and practicing safe grilling — we can all stay safe this summer.”
Water Safety: Preventing Tragedy
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Before It Happens
As families head to pools, lakes and beaches, NCDHHS urges everyone to keep these water safety practices in mind:
• Actively Supervise: Drowning can happen silently and in seconds. Always keep a close eye on children near water.
• Secure Pool Areas: Keep gates and doors closed and locked. Remove pool ladders when not in use.
• Know the Water: Be aware of currents, depth changes and undertows at beaches, lakes and rivers.
• Stay Healthy: Don’t swim when ill with diarrhea to prevent spreading germs.
• Check Water Quality: Ensure pools are properly disinfected. Local health departments routinely inspect public pools, spas and splash pads.
• Be Cautious in All Recreational Waters: Lakes and rivers may carry bacteria or harmful algae blooms. Check advisories before swimming.
Heat Safety: Protecting Against Rising Temperatures
According to the North Carolina Climate Science Update, the state continues to experience an increasing number of extreme heat days — those reaching 95 degrees or higher. From May through September 2024, North Carolina recorded
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over 4,600 emergency department visits for heatrelated illness.
NCDHHS encourages all residents to:
• Watch for Symptoms: Nausea, dizziness, headache, confusion or a rapid pulse could indicate heat exhaustion or heat stroke.
• Hydrate and Cool Down: Move to a cooler area, sip water slowly and seek medical help if symptoms persist.
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Grill Smart: Avoid Foodborne Illness This Summer Summer gatherings often mean grilling and increased risk for foodborne illness. The majority of reported foodborne outbreaks in North Carolina occur between May and August. Stay safe with these grilling guidelines:
• Wash Up: Scrub hands with soap and water for at
least 20 seconds before and after handling food.
• Separate Raw and Cooked Foods: Prevent cross-contamination by keeping raw meats apart from other foods.
• Cook to Safe Temperatures: Use a food thermometer to ensure meats reach the correct internal temperature.
• Store Leftovers Promptly: Refrigerate or freeze within two hours; consume within three to four days.
• Clean the Grill: Sanitize surfaces and utensils before and after each use.
For more information visit https://www.ncdhhs.gov
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WE BUY & SELL SILVER AND GOLD COINS, JEWELRY, Etc.
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NOW HIRING! Metal Roofing & Siding Installers. *Great Pay *Weekends Off *Steady Work With Growing Crew. Apply today and start building a better future! GUTTER GUYS, inc. Call (704) 879-4384
TYPIST NEEDED FOR PROJECT. Must have computer knowledge. Call for more information. 828-744-9191.
BUSINESS SERVICES
ERIC MOBILE MECHANIC. I will come to you. Full Lawnmower Service, Cars & Tractors. Honest & Reliable. (704) 300-2332
SHIPMAN’S MASONRY. Foundations, Fireplaces, Outside Fireplaces, Brick, Block & Stone. Specialty in small jobs. 50 years experience. (863) 5321587
BUSINESS SERVICES
CLEVELAND COUNTY GARAGE DOORS. Summer Tuneup Special, $69.95. We will check all your equipment lube, make sure it’s working correctly. We repair broken doors. Also offering new installations. 704472-9367.
HANDYMAN SERVICES. No job too small. Have references. Construction, landscaping, etc. Jack of all trades! 40 plus years of experience. 828-375-5773.
FOUR SEASONS WELL AND PUMP. Well pump installation and repair since 1985. Licensed well contractor. Insured. (828) 692-4909 fourseasonswellandpump@gmail.com
JIM’S PAINTING SERVICE. Painting, tile floors, decks, all carpentry work, staining. Free estimates. Now is the time to paint outside! Ask for Jim 828429-7511.
20 PLUS YEARS EXPERIENCE IN Caring for the elderly. I do light housekeeping and transportation to and from medical appointments. Please contact Cathy at 704-297-1827 and leave a message. I will get back with you ASAP.
YARD SALES
CLEVELAND COUNTY
MULTI-FAMILY YARD SALE. Sat., June 21, 7:00am-? Furniture, clothes, small appliances, lots everything. 1291 Rocky Creek Rd., Shelby, NC 28152
2 FAMILY YARD SALE. Sat, June 21st, 8 am-12 pm. Pictures, clothing, sewing goods, baby’s/ toddler’s stuff, odds and ends. 800 Princeton Dr, Kings Mountain, NC 28086
MULTI-FAMILY YARD SALE. Fri., June 20th, 2025 and Sat., June 21st, 2025 from 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM. Tools, Households, Clothes, Shoes, Kids stuff, Baked Goods and so much more! 1009 Old Boiling Springs Rd., Shelby, NC 28152
3 FAMILY YARD SALE. Sat., June 21st, 8:00am - 2:00pm. Too much to list! 311 Stowe Acres, Kings Mountain, NC 28086
MULTI-FAMILY YARD SALE. Fri, June 20th & Sat, June 21st, 7 am-Until (Both days). 1407 Wesson Rd, Shelby, NC 28152
BIG FAMILY YARD SALE. Sat., June 21st, 2025 from 8:00 AMUNTIL. “Some of Everything!” (Near Crest High School) 909 Old Boiling Springs Rd., Shelby, NC 28152
GIRL’S NEWBORN/TODDLERS CLOTHES YARD SALE. If you have a newborn or toddler girl, this is the place you need to be for nice clothes. Boutique clothes are also included. Sat, June 21st, 7:30 am-Until. Inside Dick Crowder’s Tile Showroom, 931 Mooresboro Rd, Shelby, NC 28150
YARD SALES
CLEVELAND COUNTY
TWO DAY YARD SALE. Fri., June 20th 8AM. to 5 PM. & Sat., June 21st 8 AM - 3 PM. Variety of Home Decor, kitchen, Men and Womens clothing shoes & purses. Christmas decor and much more! No early birds. 124 Rockford Rd., Shelby, NC 28152
BIG YARD SALE. Sat., June 21st, 7:00am-Until. Tools including: Hand, Power, Yard, Garden. Tilers, Edger, Zero Turn Mower, Mower Jack, Pressure Washer, Weed Eater, Welder, Hospital Bed, Pipe Clamps, Battery Chargers, Tool Boxes, Work Tables, Storage Cabinets, Racks. Lift Chair, Zero Gravity Chairs, Collectibles, ETC. 615 W. Zion Church Road, Shelby, NC 28150
BIG YARD SALE Sat., June 21st, 7:00am. NASCAR items, furniture, kitchen items, pocketbooks, shoes & clothes. Lots of misc. Near Bar-H -Rodeo, (Located in Boiling Springs.) 2014 Holly Hill Road, Shelby, NC 28152
FRIDAY AND SATURDAY, JUNE 20-21, 8AM-2PM both days. Youth baseball equipment in good shape, bookshelves, large colorful metal rooster, Christmas items, Halloween items, variety of planters, small dresser, candles, sheets, variety of plastic boxes, concrete leaves, old brass hydrant($45), pictures with frames, clothing, women’s hats, books, stool, colorful pillows, rug, hulahoop, tons of stuff. Cash only, no checks or credit cards. 505 Crawley Gin Road, Shelby, NC 28150
MULTIPLE FAMILY YARD SALE. Sat., June 21st, 2025 from 7:00 AM - UNTIL. Housewares, Clothes and Numerous Miscellaneous Items! 1331 College Ave., Shelby, NC 28152
THREE FAMILY YARD SALE. Sat, June 21st, 8 am-1 pm. Pocketbooks, jewelry, pictures, name brand clothes and shoes. Homemade Chow-Chow. 135 Mullinax Dr, Grover, NC 28073
CARPORT YARD SALE SAT., June 21st, 8AM-Noon: Cheap prices!! Christmas Stuff!! Furniture, Household, Electronics, Decor, Misc: 736 Wilson Cornwell Rd., Shelby, NC 28150
RAIN OR SHINE. Sat., June 21st, 7am until. Adult & Teen clothing. Some Brand Names, & lots more. 205 James Love School Road, Shelby, NC 28152
LARGE YARD SALE. Sat., June 21st, 7am-1pm. Household items, shoes, clothes, much more. 200 Country Club Circle, Shelby, NC 28150
MULTI-FAMILY YARD SALE. Sat., June 21st, 8 am-12 pm. Household items, Baby clothes, Tiller and more. 1103 Mark Dr, Shelby, NC 28152
YARD SALES
CLEVELAND COUNTY
HUGE SALE SATURDAY, 6/21/25. 7:00am-? New and used furniture, nic-nacs, jewelry, mirrors and pictures. 6501 Casar Rd., Casar, NC 28020
MULTI-FAMILY YARD SALE 6/21/25. 7:00am-? Household goods, odds-n-ends, lots of misc. 307 Pleasant Ridge Church Rd., Shelby, NC 28152
RUTHERFORD COUNTY
ESTATE SALE THURSDAY-SATURDAY, JUNE 1921; 8am-4pm all days. Small round breakfast table, dining table, 2 matching single beds, 2 recliners, leather reclining ends love seat, kitchenware, large kid’s book collection, mid-century tables, corner curio cabinet, lamps, rugs, kid’s toys, metal outdoor furniture bedroom furniture, other furniture freezer, refrigerator, glassware, garage full of items. 3951 Maple Creek Rd., Rutherfordton, NC 28139
2 DAY HUGE YARD SALE. Fri., June 27 and Sat., June 28, 2025. Both Days 9am til 3pm. Lots of tools of every sort! Have to come see! Too Much to List! Phone 828-248-8124. Call for Directions. 452 Twin Ponds Trail, Bostic, NC 28018
FOR SALE
CAR & GOLF CART. 1999 Ford Taurus and Gas Golf Cart for sale. Call 704-240-8023.
$3 EA. Don’t pay $8 to middle man. Buy direct & save BIG. Can Deliver. (704) 435-3970
2 CEMETERY PLOTS FOR SALE in Cleveland Memorial Park. Includes cement vault with each plot. $2,750 for both. Willing to sale separately. 770595-3290.
TRAILERS, LAWNMOWER TRAILERS, FLATBED TRAILERS, Enclosed Trailers, Horse and Cattle Trailers, Saddlery. Check our prices and quality before you buy. Bridges Riding Equipment. Boiling Springs, NC. 704434-6389, (704) 473-0867
PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS with Scratch Pads! Press Room Printing. 704-482-2243. (704) 538-5788
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
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
J JOHNSON SALES. Steel Buildings, Carports, Garages. Large On-site Display. J Johnson Sales in Forest City. (828) 245-5895
FOR SALE
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
METAL ROOFING. Carport Metal “One Piece OR The Whole Roof” We get deliveries twice a week! J Johnson Sales 2690 Hwy. 221 South, Forest City, NC 28043. (828) 2455895
STORAGE BUILDINGS (WOOD•STEEL•VINYL). New Buildings from Approx. $100 month *wac (Includes Delivery & Set Up on Concrete Blocks). J Johnson Sales 2690 Hwy. 221 South, Forest City, NC (828) 245-5895
STORAGE BUILDINGS 8’X8’ up to 16’x40’. Built On Site IN ONE DAY! Financing OR Rent to Own Available. You Choose Your Colors and Placement of Your Doors & Windows. Delivery and Set Up is Included! J Johnson Sales 2690 Hwy 211 S. Forest City, NC. (828) 2455895
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
USED CAMPER TOPS FOR SALE: Various sizes and styles. Keep it dry and safe! 828-351-8846.
SAWS & BUSH HOG. 2 Hasqvarna Chain Saws, almost brand new,1 = 440, 1 = 120; $300 for both. Swisher Commercial Bush Hog, Only been used 3 times. $3,000. 828-2898844.
SWEET POTATO PLANTS and produce. Lewis Farms, 5120 Fallston Rd, 1/2 mile north of Fallston on Highway 18. 704472-0940.
LIKE NEW TIRES/WHEELS. $1000. Bridgestone Dueller A/T LT275/65R20 tires mounted on 20” black rims. Set of 4. Approximately 500 miles. Off a new 2024 Ford F-250. (704) 4737092 cdamwm@yahoo.com
HONEY BEES FOR SALE. Leave name and number. 828286-4889.
GRASS FED BEEF FOR SALE. No Steroids or Hormones, USDA Inspected. Summer Bundles. 1 Roast, 1 Beef Stew, 1 Cube Steak, 2 Ground Beef. $45. Call for other Bundle Deals. (704) 472-2761
AVAILABLE, 1 PLOT. At Rose Hill Cemetery in Fallston, NC. Call for more info. (704) 2763201
CRATES FOR PLANTER BOXES, or Many Other Uses. Various Sizes. Some with Lids. $25 to $35 each. They are going fast ... will not be anymore. (704) 300-1818
FOR SALE
AMMO FOR SALE. 22 LR. $3 a box, 50 count. 22 LR $17 a box 325 count. 12 Ga. $6 a box 25 count. 9MM $18 a box 100 count. 36 Gun Electronic Safe $400. If no answer, leave message. (980) 341-9332
HORSE QUALITY HAY FOR SALE. Call (704) 487-6855
MEN’S NEW BLACK CRUISER BICYCLE $100. Men’s and women’s used bicycle cruiser $40. New seat, new tires. 828782-7221.
FURNITURE 4 SALE. Cash Only & Great Deals!! Kitchen table w/6 chairs; 3 table lamps; 2 computer tables (1 glass & 1 wooden); etc. Leave message (704) 865-3320
PISTOL FOR SALE. Springfield Amory Model XDS-45ACP Compact Pistol. Caliber 45 ACP. Like new. Also with green laser added. Retail $586.99. Selling for $550 includes laser. 775-750-4966-Bob.
RIDING LAWN MOWER. Walk Behind Mower, Compound Miter Saw, 3” Nail Gun / Compressor, Electric Saws, Shop Vac, Tiller, Edger, Leaf Blower, 2 Weed Eaters, Pressure Washer, 20’ Ladder and Misc Lawn Tools. (704) 560-6602
JOURNEY SO LITE SCOOTER. Motion Scooter, Walker w/ Feet, and Wheel Chair. (704) 560-6602
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 TURN YOUR HOUSE INTO CASH? I PURCHASE UNWANTED RENTAL PROPERTY AND HOMES. MUST BE PRICED TO SELL! “QUICK CLOSINGS”! Call (704) 4720006
WANT TO BUY JUNK CARS! Paying Good Prices! Call (828) 744-1213
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 ONE GOOD USED THICK BLACK tarp for a flat bed trailer. Reasonably priced. 828-289-3371.
NEED BUICK OR 6 CYL. or V6 or small car with less than 100,000 miles. Reasonable price. Also need Electrician at reasonable rate. Leave message if no answer. (980) 8807324
FARM & GARDEN
4X5 ROUND BALES. $25$35. Call (704) 813-1751
PETS & LIVESTOCK
PETS & LIVESTOCK
CARS & TRUCKS
REAL ESTATE
RUTHERFORD COUNTY
PETS & LIVESTOCK
AKC CANE CORSO PUPPIES. 5 males, 2 females. Call Ronnie for more info. (704) 974-2716
10’X10’X6’ DOG KENNELS. Dog Houses and Dog Buildings. Delivery & Set Up Available. J Johnson Sales in Forest City. (828) 245-5895
SIBERIAN HUSKY PUPPIES. All shots UTD. Make Offer. Black & White, Red & White, Male & Female. (704) 300-1466
DOXIPOO, 5 WEEKS OLD. 3 males, 1 brown female, mom is Miniature poodle, dad is dapple chocolate Miniature daschund. Will have vet check and current vaccination. Ready to go in 2 weeks. Dapple longhaired male is 1000, 2 brown and brown/white 900. (704) 9028656 MYLITTLEARIZIONA@ YAHOO.COM
BLACK AND TAN BEAGLE. Medium speed. Jumps and hunts good. 4 years old. $150. (704) 466-8460
A.K.C. MALTESE PUPPIES
FOR SALE. Male and Females available. Males $1000 to $2000. Females $2000 to $3000. Up to date on Shot and Worming’s. Health Guarantee. (828) 586-1842 toosweetkennels@aol.com
AKC REGISTERED GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES. 2 black males. Date of birth 3/12/25. $500. Call Allison’s Shepherds, (839) 400-1723
ROTTWEILERS- MALES AND FEMALES available. $500 each. 828-755-7335.
MILL-SEC K9, ELITE GENETICS. World champion working lines and military lines. Male & female puppies available. $2,000. each. 828-755-7335.
GERMAN SHEPHERD DOG. Beautiful titled black and red German shepherd stud. Magnus vom Walls is AKC registered and placed 5th in the United States Seiger rated SV3. Hips and elbows done. Great pedigree Prada OD Petkovica IGP3 & Sire Negus de Marka IGP3. Firm $1500. (828) 2923001
10 SOLID WHITE HOMING PIGEONS. FOR SALE. $150. Lawndale. (704) 472-9481 (704) 472-9481
6 CHIWEENIE PUPPIES. Males, females. 4 chocolates, 2 long haired. Chihuahua puppies also. 6 to 12 weeks old. $200 to $350. 704-466-5790 or 704-466-6983.
5 MONTH OLD CHICKS. for sale. Best offer. 704-466-8741.
GREAT DANE MIX. Needs good home, 2 years old, male, neutered, current vaccines, heart worm negative, needs room to run and play. Loves water & to ride. 704-538-9228 or text 704-524-8142.
1985 CHEVROLET S-10 Gray. 2,800 street driven miles, ProStreet, 383 Engine, 400 A/T, A/C. $29,500 or possible trade. (828) 606-5630 ronbrhodes@ gmail.com
2003 LINCOLN TOWN CAR 199,000 miles. 8 cylinder, Automatic, Pearl white, New tires, sunroof, excellent condition. $3,500. 704-751-6979.
1999 PONTIAC FIREBIRD V6, 149,000 miles. Automatic, power windows & locks, good condition, good tires & brakes, $5,995. An excellent buy at this price! Call or text 828-289-1817.
2005 HONDA ACCORD SDN EX, V6. Call for Price, 828-7484466 or 828-447-3176.
1969 CHEVROLET CHEVELLE MALIBU. Project car, no rust, serious inquiries only. $10,000. (Cliffside) Text 509322-0351.
CAMPERS
28 FT. 1984 PACE ARROW
$9,895. Set up as a tiny home in a RV park. Must be moved by a flatbed. 828-453-0828.
2004 FORD RV. 2005 Ford E450 Class C RV. Good condition. 120k miles. $10K or best offer. 704-974-4650 (704) 9744650
LAND FOR SALE, CAMP GROUND on land. Price lowered $160,000 to $150,000. 828-453-0828. 3795-3925 Hollis Road, Ellenboro, NC 28040
FOR RENT
CLEVELAND COUNTY
ASHLEY HILL ACRES Now Accepting Applications. Location: 1442 Arlee Drive, Phone: (843) 957-9299. Ashley Hills Acres currently has 2-bedroom, 1-bath and 2-bedroom, 1.5 units available. Rent: $750$850/Month, Application Fee: $25, Applications: Available at the office. Stop by the office to pick up an application and apply today!
HICKORY CREEK APARTMENTS FOR SENIORS. (62 and older), disabled (50 and older). Shelby. Now taking applications for waiting list. 418 East Warren Street, Shelby. (704) 487-6354
FOR RENT
CLEVELAND COUNTY
2&3 BEDROOM MOBILE HOMES. Nice and clean, water furnished. Oak Grove Community, Kings Mtn. Call or text, (704) 739-0259
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
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
MOVE IN SPECIAL. 2 & 3 Bedroom, deposit required. Weekly rates. Includes power and water. NO PETS. NO TEXTING. (704) 473-4299
