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Cleveland County Commission for Women: Empowering women since the ‘70s
By MICHAEL E. POWELL
Although March, which is normally recognized as Women’s History Month, has come and gone, the many, many deeds of women in and throughout history cannot, and must not, be overlooked or trivialized.
For those reasons, the Cleveland County Commission For Women (CCCFW) recently celebrated to remember the month, and to let all know they have been in existence since the ‘70s.
every county in the Tarheel State has a Women’s Commission. She also noted Cleveland County’s branch
is the second oldest branch in the state.
Wells continued...the Cleveland County’s Women’s Commission was established originally “…to promote women who enhance the lives of all citizens of Cleveland County in one
professional women. They do this through speaking engagements highlighting women’s history, various conferences at local schools, churches, colleges and similar venues and places, spotlighting women’s issues and their continuing importance for today and into the future.
Members of the CCCFW have taken part in sponsoring women’s legislative agendas, hosting workshops, and reaching out to and honoring women in the healthcare field and other pertinent occupations.
CCCFW furthers the role of women in the county and ing attention to the roles of
Ms. Wells also noted that beginning in 2025 their group began honoring Cleveland County women age 90 and over by having 12 volunteers giving out specially wrapped cookies to 18 nursing homes and assisted care facilities in the county.
Wells noted that Shirley Lail, a founding and original member, in 1978, asked the county commissioners to establish the council. The council had a name change in the ‘80s.
From those times until now, CCCFW members have worked tirelessly to establish abuse prevention for women who have been victims of domestic violence, opening a house for those victims (Daybreak House), founding a women’s resource center as a place providing information for women throughout Cleveland County; establishing a Distinguished Women’s Award, with 10 women being selected for that honor the first year of its creation; hosting a Distinguished Women’s Banquet, and adding a Facebook page, as well
women of Cleveland County. The group also sponsors the Miss Cleveland County Fair Pageant.
In 2022, Wells noted the county decided to help the Commission for Women become an independent county group with the county commissioners committing to continue financial support for the Distinguished Women’s Banquet. As a group, Wells said they are now independent, with their own 501c3 status, new bylaws, and they meet on the fourth Tuesday
officers are listed as Betsy Wells (President); Diane Davis (Vice-President); Tanzy Wallace (Secretary); and Debra Blanton as Treasurer. Members are: Mary Accor, Linda Martin, Robert Miller, founding member Shirley Lail, Christine Cribb, Joyce Coleman, and Valerie Boyd. For more information on the group, email Wells at betsyccfw@gmail.com, or check out their Facebook page.
CCCW members Betsy Wells and Debra Blanton.
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David Gragg won the Masters Choice Award at Cars and Coffee Cruisin' for the kids Cruise-In and Car Show held at Friendship Masonic Lodge. Jeff Melton photo
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EASTER EGG HUNT
Saturday,
Lake James on Saturday April 12th.
• Jon Gavin Dellinger and Carter Ross finished 1st in the High School series with 14.31 lb bag, anchoring that win with a 3.70lb small mouth.
• Brody Elmore fished solo in the Junior series and finished 7th with a bag weighing 7.32 lbs.
Cleveland County Bass Club fished their March tournament Saturday April12th at Lake Greenwood
The water color was stained and the water temp was in the upper 60’s to low 70 depending on which part of the lake you were on.
They had some good bags weighed in, the results are below:
• 1st place - Tammy Willis Melton, 5 fish weighing 11 lbs. She also took big fish honors with a 3.74 pounder.
• 2nd place - Robby Rush, 5 fish weighing 10.08 lbs.
• 3rd place - Derek Barkley, 5 fish weighing 9.74 lbs.
• 4th place - Roger Beaver, 5 fish weighing 9.34 lbs.
• 5th place - Jimmy Melton, 5 fish weighing 8.96 lbs.
to both series winners. I would like to share your fishing pictures, or your loved ones fishing pictures. Please send information to me at carterchevtammy@yahoo.com
High School series (pictured left to right) is Carter Ross and Jon Gavin Dellinger.
Picture on the left is Brody Elmore from the Jr. series. - photos provided
All funds raised help improve quality of life for sight impaired people in Cleveland County
Shelby Lions Club Foundation Golf Tournament plays in beautiful weather with great golfers
The Shelby Lions Club fundraising golf tournament was Sat., April 12, 2025 at Shelby City Park Royster Memorial Golf Course. The weather was perfect and the event was well attended with 28 golfers showing. Highlights of the day included grilled hot dogs for lunch courtesy of “Chef” Jeff Weathers, a 50/50 drawing with the winning ticket going to a local charity, Lions Club broom sales, lots of socializing and opportunities for people to learn about Lions Club mission.
About the Shelby Lions Club: Organized in 1929, the Shelby Lions Club has a rich history of providing services to Cleveland County residents. Services include providing free vision screenings, eye exams, eye glasses, visual aid equipment, supporting visually impaired people by providing annual holiday meals, camping experiences at Camp Dogwood and providing scholarships/financial aid for the annual VIP fishing tournament.
A special thank you goes to Coach Chris Norman, Larry
Wilson and Walt Wright at Shelby City Park for all your kindness and help with details and keeping the tournament on track.
Shelby Lions Club thanks the following generous sponsors: AAA Climate Control Storage, Ambassador Business Solutions, American Legion Post 82, - In Memory of his life of service to Shelby Lions Club Hub Coworking, Mike & Kim Bridges - In Memory of Bob Arey, Community First Media - Publisher of Shelby Shopper & Info, Joe Davison Lions Club, Adam Larsen, William Evans/ Pine Grove, Family Financial LLC, Heath Foster, Gordon Accounting - Judy Gordon, High Standards Farm, Laughlin Furniture Outlet, NelonCole Termite & Pest Control, Harold Parrish, Poteat’s Front End & Brake Service, QBX Accounting LLC, Rollover Pets, Rylan Redding CPA, ShelbyNetworks, Joe Suttle, Tony’s Chip n Sip, Tracy Whisnant Real Estate Inc, Jan Tucker - Shelby Lions Club, Joanna Tucker, VFW Post 4066, Beth
Golf Tournament.
& Neal Walker - In Honor Joe Davison, Westmoreland Printers, and Wealth Wise LLC.
Our sponsors and golfers made the event a success and all Shelby Lions are grateful for each person and organization that gave money or inkind donations. The support of community makes our mission happen!
If you are interested in becoming a Lions Club member or volunteering, please email
BROOMS
We can supply large quantities of brooms for your business!
info@shelbynclions.com or call 833-546-6731 and leave a message. Visit our website shelbynclions.com
Shelby Lions Club holds a monthly evening meeting, second Tuesday of the month, starting at 5:30pm. Meetings are currently held at the American Legion Post 82 building on S. Lafayette St. in Shelby, NC. Meetings generally include a brief program and a meal.
SHELBY LIONS CLUB
offers the most durable, long-lasting brooms you can buy and the best part... every purchase helps fund Lions Club Community Service projects.
For more information on the Shelby Lions Club or to purchase quantities of brooms call 833-546-6731
email: info@shelbynclions.com Visit our website shelbynclions.com
FIRST PLACE TEAM - (left to right) Gary Powell, Lion Julie Weathers, Jason Ledford. Gary and Jason took first place and a cash prize.
SECOND PLACE TEAM - (left to right) Jason Concepcion, Lion Julie Weathers, and Rene Coto. Jason and Rene took second place and a cash prize.
Rase Davison and Polliver Rivers made it in third place and received honorable mention.
Photos provided by Lion JD Jernigan
Lions Ludy Wilkie and Joe Davison register golfers at Royster Memorial Golf Course on Sat., April 12, 2025.
Lions Julie Weathers, Jan Tucker and Vicky Huntsinger served golfers and guests during the Shelby Lions Club
Kennedy says cause of rising Autism rates will be determined by September
Secretary of Health and Human Services
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. pledged on April 10 to seek out experts globally to discover the reasons for the increasing rates of autism in the United States, according to reports from The New York Times, U.S. News and World Report, Fox News, The Washington Post, and The Seattle Times. He set a deadline for an answer that has eluded scientists for decades.
“We’ve launched a massive testing and research effort that’s going to involve hundreds of scientists from around the world,” Kennedy announced at a Cabinet meeting held by President Donald Trump. “By September, we will know what has caused the autism epidemic, and we’ll be able to eliminate those exposures.”
Autism diagnoses in the United States have increased significantly since 2000, intensifying public concern. By 2020, the U.S. autism rate in 8-year-olds was 1 in 36, or 2.77%, up from 2.27% in 2018 and 0.66% in 2000, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease
Control and Prevention.
While the government has not released details of its plans, Kristyn Roth, chief marketing officer for advocacy group the Autism Society of America, questioned whether September would be an achievable target.
Calling rising rates of autism an epidemic is “incredibly irresponsible and deeply concerning,” Roth said, adding that it “encourages fear, paranoia” and stigmatizes the autism community.
“Autism is a lifelong developmental condition that affects people in many different ways,” Roth said.
Trump, in February, ordered the creation of a “Make America Healthy Again” Commission made up of Kennedy and other secretaries to look at everything from the rates of autism and asthma in children.
“There’s got to be something artificial out there that’s doing this,” Trump told Kennedy at the meeting. “There will be no bigger news conference than when you come up with that answer.”
Scientists have been researching for decades what genetic or environmental factors might contribute to autism, but the causes of most cases remain unclear. Scientists who have worked for decades to find a cause greeted Kennedy’s predicted timeline skeptically.
They said that a single answer would be difficult to identify in a field of possible contributors, including pesticides, air pollution, and ma-
ternal diabetes.
They say the major drivers of the increase in U.S. autism rates are an expanded definition that includes more types of behaviors as well as more widespread awareness and diagnosis.
An extensive new study this week added to evidence that diabetes during pregnancy is linked with an increased risk of brain and nervous system problems in children, including autism.
Kennedy has long promoted a debunked link between vaccines and autism despite scientific evidence to the contrary.
“We’re going to look at vaccines, but we’re going to look at everything. Everything is on the table: our food system, our water, our air, different ways of parenting, all the kind of changes that may have triggered this epidemic,” Kennedy later told Fox News.
There are multiple studies already underway on autism, a neurodevelopmental condition that affects how a person’s brain functions.
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) was planning a large study into potential connections between vaccines and autism, Reuters reported last month.
Democrats in the U.S. House of Representatives sent Kennedy a letter last week criticizing the hiring of discredited vaccine skeptic David Geier to examine the links. Maryland fined Geier
for practicing medicine without a license and prescribing dangerous treatments to autistic children.
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is preparing a multimillion-dollar research program examining the causes of autism that would also examine the link between autism and the measles, mumps, and rubella vaccine, The Washington Post reported last week.
The CDC and NIH are both overseen by Kennedy’s Department of Health and Human Services (USDHHS). A department spokesperson did not immediately respond to a request for comment.
Kennedy has a long history of promoting falsehoods on autism, especially concerning vaccines, said Colin Killick, executive director of the Autistic Self Advocacy Network.
“With this latest announcement, it seems that he is forging ahead with rushing out misinformation to the public about the supposed causes of autism that cannot possibly be backed by actual science,” said Killick.
Dr. Philip Landrigan, a pediatrician and expert on environmental toxins, pointed to the current mass layoffs and cutbacks for research at Kennedy’s Department of Health and Human Services as one other reason for doubting such quick progress.
KENNEDY
In the early morning of November 2, 2024 volunteers set up, registered anglers, and successfully launched the Annual Eaton/ SONC annual Fishing Tournament for Cleveland County Special Olympics NC at Lake Norman. The event was made possible by a large group of volunteers and local area sponsors to make this event a success. With 151 boats in the water, and prizes for biggest catch and weigh-in awarded for the top 30 catches, the
event raised over $50,699.00 for Cleveland County SONC. This funding will support state competition travel costs, uniform updates and sporting equipment needs for our athletes. A special Thanks to Rick Peace and Eaton Corporation for planning and continuous work to make this fundraiser possible. The event would not have been possible without the sponsorship of the following businesses and individuals:
A Huge Thank You to all of our Sponsors
Cooke’s Hometown Market
Cottonwood Veterinary
Crash’s Collision Center
Crossfit Shelby & Wellness LLC
Cruize-Thru
CS Motorsports
Cummings Furniture
Dellingers Jewel shop
De Risi Auto Sales and Service
De Risi Body Shop
Deviney Lumber
Dunham’s Sports
Dynasty Custom Lures
Eaton Corporation
Eddie & Dixie Smith
Eddie Yarboro
Edward Jones- H. Douglas
Satterfield
Edward Jones- Jack Buchanan Jr.
Facebook@letstalkfishlive
Fallston Pharmacy
Farm Bureau of Shelby
Farmers Home Furniture
Fashion Corner
Fedyshyn & Associates CPAs
Ferguson Hardware
Fisher’s Tree & Crane Service
Food Lion #235
Food Lion #707
Foothills Marine
Frame Masters Gallery
Francis Brothers Used Cars
Frank & Debbie Wall
Furnace Rebuilders
Gale S. Elmore, CPA
Gene Ramsey & Family
H.&H. Pest Control
Hairrazors
Hamricks Produce
Harris Funeral Home
Heat Treating Services Unlimited
Hoke Enterprises
Holly’s Flowers
Homestead Landscape & Feed
Honda Motorcycles of Shelby
Image Plus
Ingles of Boiling Springs
Italian Garden
J’s Hair Salon
Jackie Hopper
James S. Wilson DDS PA
Jan’s Restaurant
Jason Hamrick
Jim Martin
JRs Auto Sales
Concrete Specialty Contractors
Jumpin’ Jeds, Inc.
Just8Ns
Katch-her-Lures
KC Wallace
Kebo’s
Kern’s Trucking
Key Builders
Kings Mountain Auto Supply Kiwanis Club of Shelby
KM Pharmacy & Moss Drug La Bella Vita Italian Grill Latte Da Cafe/Lounge
Furniture Leasing Services II, Inc.
Lem’s Auto Sales & Motorsports Lew’s
Lures Love’s Fish Box M &
Pictured above are volunteers, coaches and athletes at the Eaton check presentation. BACK ROW: Left to right: Bobby Blanton, Mechile Spikes, Ricky Peace, Ken Dalton, James Petty, Sandra Mitchell. MIDDLE ROW: Christina Parker, Montoya Parker. FRONT ROW: Bershay Robinson, Nise Borders, Pat McDonald, Melania Hughey. - photo provided
BAPTIST CELEBRATION CHOIR
SUNDAY, APRIL 20 / 10:45AM
BETHEL BAPTIST CHURCH / 606
BETHEL BAPTIST CHURCH / 606 S. DEKALB ST., SHELBY, NC
ROLLING STOCK—Great Condition! 1969 ROAD RUNNER Cloned From SATILITE. 1964 Fury Convertible.
John Deere Tractor 5303 w/510 Front End Loader.
John Deere Tractor 2010. International Cub Tractor. 1986 Mazda Truck (Not Running). 1987 Dodge Ram 150 Truck (Runs). Dodge 250 Van (Parts Only). 16’ Flatbed Trailer (No Title). Utility Trailer. Cub Cadet & Snapper Riding Mowers.
IMPLEMENTS: JD Square Baler, Country Disc Crop
Drill, Pt3 Auger, Rock Rake, Scrape Blade, 20 & 24 Disc Turning Plows, 5 & 6 Pt Rippers, 2 Disc Turning Plow, Sickle Mower, Sprayer w/6’ Arms, Tractor Weights, Top Links, Mule Drawn Planter.
VINTAGE AUTO PARTS:
Early ‘60’s Coronet Body & Misc Parts.
Motors: 2-Small Block 318, Big Block Mid 70’s Model 440E. Transmissions: 4 Torque Flite 727, ’65 Slip Yoke Push Button. Crank Shaft, Alternator, 440 Intake, Axles, Hubs, Misc: Bumpers, Door, Trim, Pioneer Radio/Speaker.
LOADS OF SHOP TOOLS & EQUIPMENT, FIREARMS, ANTIQUES, MISC., SCRAP METAL.
NEIGHBORHOOD CALENDAR
FRIDAY, APRIL 25
What: C.A.R.E. Charity Golf Tournament
When: 10:00 am, April 25.
Where: Deer Brook Golf Course, 201 Deer Brook Dr., Shelby, NC.
More Info: Come join us for a fun day for Clifford’s Army Rescue’s 6th Annual Golf Tournament. It’s our biggest fundraising event of the year, all to help those with no voice, the many, many dogs CARE has in rescue care. Shotgun start at 12 noon, sign ups start at 10 am. $75 a person, four person teams, Captain’s Choice. Mulligan, Red Tee & String Package for $10. Door prizes, silent auction and much more. Lunch is included too ! All proceeds benefit those with no voice. Clifford’s Army Rescue works with feral, frightened, injured, abandoned, neglected, abused and sick animals, returning them to good health and then finding them the perfect home and family. You can also sign up in advance on Facebook, Clifford’s Army Rescue Extravaganza. Click on the Events page and then Discussion. Fill out the form online and just pay when you get to the course. C.A.R.E (Clifford’s Army Rescue Extravaganza) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, all volunteer, dog rescue organization.
What: National Crime Victims’ Rights Week
When: 11:00 am until 2:00 pm, April 25.
Where: Bobby Bell Pavilion, 126 W. Marion St., Shelby, NC.
More Info: Please join us for Options, Services, and Hope for Crime Survivors in Cleveland County to commemorate National Crime Victims’ Rights Week. We will be hosting a resource fair around the pavilion, welcoming a keynote speaker who will share about her experience as a violent crime survivor, as well as engaging in a commemorative activity to encourage survivors and assure them that they are not alone…that there is hope. We would love to have as much support from our community as possible, so please come out! Can’t wait to see you there!
SATURDAY, APRIL 26 26
What: Drop-In Plant Exchange
When: 11:00 am until 2:00 pm, April 26.
Where: Spangler Branch Library, 112 Piedmont Dr., Lawndale, NC
More Info: Give a plant ... or Take a plant! Contact: 704-538-7005.
SUNDAY, APRIL 27
What: Cleveland Lincoln County Rose Society
When: 2:30 pm, April 27.
Where: Cleveland County Extension Office, 130 S. Post Rd., Shelby, NC.
More Info: The program will be presented by Steve Arrowood, Show Chairman and Consulting Rosarian on preparing your roses for a rose show. Anyone can enter roses in our 48th rose show coming up May 31th in Shelby. Join us for this program and learn how to prepare your roses. Refreshments will be served.
SATURDAY, MAY 3 MAY 3
What: HIKE with the CARE RESCUE DOGS
When: 10:00 am until Noon, May 3.
Where: Kings Mountain Gateway Trail, 807 South Battleground Ave, Kings Mountain, NC.
More Info: Hikes will be the first Saturday of every month, weather permitting. (check on Clifford’s FB Event pages each month) This is a great way to get some fresh air and exercise while helping a CARE doggie get out, socialize, and be seen by potential adopters. Its a win win for humans and doggies. You may even make some new friends ! We have many dogs in rescue, young, older, small, medium, large, so there is one for everyone’s interest and needs. Just let us know when you sign up, in the comment section, what size and energy level of dog you would like to walk, so we can match you with a dog. Go to our Facebook page “Clifford’s Army Rescue Extravaganza” and under the Events tab, click on the May 3 event, and it will take you directly to the Genius signup link. Let’s hit the trails! C.A.R.E (Clifford’s Army Rescue Extravaganza) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, all volunteer, dog rescue organization.
What: Hopewell-Hollis Ruritan BBQ
When: Noon until Sold Out, May 3.
Where: Hopewell-Hollis Ruritan Club, 2500 Hollis Rd., Ellenboro, NC.
More Info: BBQ fundraiser. Plates $12.00-consists of BBQ, Buns, Hushpuppies, baked beans, dessert and beverage. BBQ kits can be pre-ordered for $45.00 and include slaw, sauce. Contact Cindy at (704) 692-0724 or Rick at (224) 388-3552. All proceeds go to helping the community and those in need.
~ANNOUNCEMENTS~
Nar-Anon Support Group: Meets 6:30 pm weekly on Tuesdays at the First Baptist Church, 120 N. Lafayette St., Shelby, NC. Nar-Anon is a support group for those affected by someone else’s drug addiction. We meet in the classroom off Dale St. between Sumter & Campbell St. Park on the side of the church or in the alley. Signs are posted. Call Bill, 704-692-2092 or church office, 704482-3467.
Al-Anon Support Groups: Al-Anon Family Support Groups support those who are affected by someone else’s drinking and drug use. No Name AFG meets on Mondays at Noon at the Episcopal Church of the Redeemer, 510 W Sumter St., Shelby. Contact Kay at 704-473-4891. Shelby AFG meets on Thursdays at 8:00 pm at Shelby Presbyterian Church, 226 E. Graham St., Shelby. Contact Jann at 704-692-7688.
Support Group: Every Thursday, Depression and Anxiety peer support group meets at 205 S. Washington St., Shelby, NC. From 6:30 pm until 7:30pm upstairs in the Mental Health Association Office. Contact Jodi by text at 704-484-8998 or email qtbeauty76@gmail.com.
Neighborhood Calender Deadline: Friday, 3 PM, prior to Thursday’s Edition. Go to shelbyinfo.com & click on SUBMIT EVENTS.
Easter week tent revival
By Loretta Cozart
Area churches have announced a nightly community revival with evangelist
Michael Mason at 6:30 pm through Easter Sunrise Service on April 20 across from Bethware Elementary School in Kings Mountain. Bring our friends for an Nightly music includes
Laura Gibson and Friends, Kings Highway, Heaven Bound Trio, and Smalltown Sunday.
David Baptist responded to the Facebook post saying, “What better way to prepare for Easter than to worship our Lord in revival? Is there someone you would like to invite? All are welcome. Come expecting a blessing!”
By Gary Miller
Opening morning of turkey season did not disappoint. Even though I never took a shot, I had lots of action. And it’s always great when you can watch a tom strut for an extended period of time. If it were not for a late morning zoom that I had to attend, I would have stayed longer, just trying to get a gobbler a little closer. But I sure am glad my local season finally opened. It seemed like it would never get here. What made it worse was just driving around and seeing all the toms already in their mating strut, and knowing that in years past, the season would have already been opened. I just felt like I was missing out. It reminded me of a stock market acronym that is often used. FOMO. It is the Fear Of Missing Out.
The fear of missing out is a term used to describe those who jump in the market at an inopportune time because they get afraid if they don’t’ get in now, they will miss real future gains. The scenario goes something like this. The stock price begins rising and rising. The news concerning said stock is all good. The pundits say it’s the next big thing. So, you buy when the price is at its peak. And then the inevitable happens. The stock price drops and drops and drops, until your holdings are so far in the red, you wonder if you will ever recover, much less, make a profit. It’s a bad place to be in – that is unless you’re thinking about your spiritual relationship.
I really don’t like how we ask people to be in a relationship with God. Instead of the FOMO version, we use the FOM version. The FOM version says accept Christ so you can miss Hell. The FOMO version says, follow Christ so you can enjoy the benefits of those who follow Him. One says accept Jesus or He will send you to hell. (FOM) The other says, receive Jesus so he can save you from the condemnation that is on us all. (FOMO) One says, be afraid of what God might do to you. (FOM) The other says be excited for what God might do for you. Let’s face it, no healthy relationship is built on the threat from the abuse of the other. And neither is one’s relationship to God. He loves you. Period. He is for you. His desire is that you have a fulfilled life. And following Christ would still be the best decision anyone could ever make, even if hell did not exist. It’s not about missing. It’s about missing out. And now would be a good time to FOMO in.
Join me on Tuesday mornings at 6:30 central time on Zoom to discuss this article. Go to outoortruths.com for the link Gary Miller
GARY MILLER
Gary Mellon was in charge of flipping burgers at the Cruisin' for the Kids Cruise-In and Car Show. Jeff Melton photo
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DEBORAH GWENNE McCARTER
Deborah Gwenne McCarter, 74, of Blacksburg, passed away on Thursday, April 3, 2025.
Born in Gaffney, she was the daughter of the late Durbro and Myra Phillips McCarter.
She is survived by her sister and brother-in-law, Lisa Batchelor Booth and husband, Bill Booth.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her step-father, Frank Batchelor, and two siblings. Funeral services were held April 6, 2025, in the Gordon Mortuary Chapel with Pastor Wayne Brown and Rev. Bill Booth officiating.
SCOTT MAUNEY
Scott Mauney, 90, of Cherryville, passed away on Thursday, April 3, 2025.
He was born August 20, 1934, to the late John Ray and Roxanne Yount Mauney. He was preceded in death by two grandchildren.
Survivors include his wife, Frances Hudson Mauney; children, Reba Mauney Craft (Pete), Michael Ray Mauney (Laura) and Elaine Mauney Carlson; five grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren.
A celebration of life service was held April 3, 2025 at First Presbyterian Church in Cherryville with Rev. Leonard Bumgardner officiating. Burial followed at City Memorial Cemetery in Cherryville.
Memorials may be made to either First Presbyterian Church, 107 W. Academy Street, Cherryville, NC 28021, or Wendover Hospice of Cleveland County, 953 Wendover Heights Dr., Shelby, NC 28150.
Condolences may be made to www.carpenterporter.com
Carpenter-Porter Funeral and Cremation Services is serving the family.
vices will be conducted. A GoFundMe has been set up to assist with funeral expenses. https://gofund. me/adc60c96.
Harrelson Funeral and Cremation Services is serving the family. An online guest registry is available at www. harrelsonfuneralhome.com.
away on Monday, March 24, 2025.
He was born in Pasco County, FL to the late Norris Drawdy and May Chappel Drawdy. He is also predeceased by his wife, Lynn Drawdy; brother, Eddie Drawdy; and sisters, Willie Mae Drawdy and Marie Bozarth.
Ellenboro, passed away on Friday, April 4, 2025.
Mike was born on Saturday, August 29, 1964 to the late Jack Hollars and Arthuren Georgia Smathers Hollars.
He is survived by his wife, Brenda Hollars; children, Ashley Griffey (Dawyer), Amanda Warren, Cassie Warren, Timothy Hollars, and Nate Corbine (Miranda); ten grandchildren; and brothers, Doug Hollars (Sherry) and Steve Hollars.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, and a sister-inlaw, Lynn Hollars.
At this time, no public ser-
on Sunday, April 6, 2025. He was born September 4, 1934 in Cleveland County, NC, son of the late George Junior and Maggie Humphries Hope and was preceded in death by his wife, Betty Ruth Alexander Hope; his son, Jim Hope; two daughters, Donna Short and Ronda Collins; his sonin-law, Rodney Short; his brothers, Winford, Buster, Jack, Don, Jerry, and Steve Hope, and his sisters, Pauline Kimbrell, Mildred Herndon, Zelda Carr, and Doris Grigg.
He is survived by his children: Kathy Hope Bowen (Keith) and Ronnie Hope (Robin) both of Kings Mountain, NC; daughterin-law, Jackie Hope of Gastonia, NC; fourteen grandchildren, thirty-two great-grandchildren, and two great-great-grandchildren.
Funeral service was held April 9, 2025, in the Ollie Harris Memorial Chapel with Reverend Gary Teague II officiating. Interment was at Mountain Rest Cemetery, Kings Mountain, North Carolina
Guest Register available at www.harrisfunerals.com.
Harris Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kings Mountain, NC is serving the family.
wife, Michele Wilson of the home; four children, Christina Amor (Anthony) of Simpsonville, SC, Kaytlyn Wilson of Stanley, NC, Brittany Brown (Christopher Edwards) of Stanley, NC, and Jacob Brown of Shelby, NC; a grandson; a brother, Jay Wilson (Dovie) of Forest City, NC; and a sister, Ona Webb (Jeff) of Boiling Springs, SC.
Born June 8, 1963, in Key West, FL, Richard was the son of the late J.C. Wilson and Darlene Faircloth Wilson.
To sign the guest book, please go to www.clevelandfuneralservices.com.
Cleveland Funeral Services & Crematory, Inc. is serving the family.
R.J. "JACK" MOSS, JR.
R.J. “Jack” Moss, Jr., 75, passed away on Thursday, April 10, 2025.
Born on November 3, 1949, in Cleveland County, Jack was the son of the late Rufus Jackson “R.J.” Moss, Sr. and the late Louise Moss Chapman.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a grandson.
Mr. Moss served our country in the U.S. Army.
Jack is survived by his wife, Kathy McSwain Moss; daughters, Stephanie Dellinger and Julia Moss; three grandchildren; brother, Randy Moss; and sister, Janet Bridges.
In accordance with Jack’s wishes, a private family service will be held.
Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
Thomas William “Tommy” Beaver, 78, of Lincolnton, passed away on Sunday, April 6, 2025.
He was born July 24, 1946, in Rutherford County to the late Noah Lee and Altie Campbell Beaver.
Mr. Beaver served our country in the U.S. Army.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his siblings, Marshall Beaver, Lyman Beaver, Margie Mayes, and Elizabeth Bailey.
Survivors include his wife, Lorene McNeely Beaver, of Lincolnton; children, Tammy Dellinger (Mitch), of Lincolnton, and Pam Beaver, of Lincolnton; two grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and siblings, Larry Beaver, of Gaffney, Eugene “Doc” Beaver, of Cliffside, and Ruth Williams, of Kings Mountain.
A Memorial Service was held April 12, 2025, at Carpenter-Porter Funeral Home with Pastor Barry Brookshire and Rev. John Bridges officiating. Burial followed at New Camp Creek Baptist Church Cemetery.
Condolences may be made to www.carpenterporter.com Carpenter-Porter Funeral and Cremation Services is
Mr. Drawdy is survived by his son, David Drawdy; daughters, Cher Auton (Tim) and Phaedra “Shea” Drawdy; son, David Fredell (Jennifer); several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and brother, Bo Drawdy.
Private Services will be held at a later date.
Robert Morgan Funeral and Cremation Service, LLC is serving the family. Memorial tributes may be made at www.rsmorganfsl. com.
Timothy Michael McIntosh, “Tim” 49, of Gastonia, passed away on Tuesday, April 1, 2025. He was born on December 19, 1975, in Gastonia, NC to Richard McIntosh and Angela McIntosh.
Tim was preceded in death by his father,
He is survived by his mother, Angela; his daughter, Holly, and his brother, Christopher, Christopher’s wife, Crystal; and Tim’s fiancée, Candy Smack.
In accordance with his wishes, Tim’s family will be holding a private ceremony to celebrate his life.
A guest register is available at www.stameytysingerfuneralhome.com.
Stamey-Tysinger Funeral Home & Cremation Center, Inc., Fallston, NC is serving the family.
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BOBBY LEE RUSS
Bobby Lee Russ, 78, of Shelby, NC, passed away on Friday, April 4, 2025.
Bobby is survived by his wife, Dorothy Mae Goins and two sons: Tim Russ (Elizabeth) of Polkville, NC, and Brian Russ of Atlanta, GA; two grandchildren; and two great grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his father, Arthur “Doc” Russ; his mother, Ellerea Bolin, and stepfather, John Bolin; and his brother, Wayne Russ.
A funeral service was held April 7, 2025, to remember the life of Bob, in the Stamey-Tysinger Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Joe Ervin and Philip Russ officiating. Internment followed in the Double Shoals Baptist Church Cemetery. Online condolences can be made at www.stameytysingerfuneralhome.com.
Stamey-Tysinger Funeral Home & Cremation CenterFallston is serving the family.
BRENDA GAIL RUSS
NEWTON LAWS
Brenda Gail Russ Newton Laws, 80, passed away on Monday, April 7, 2025.
Brenda was born on August 22, 1944 in NC to the late Jack Russ and Daisy Campbell Russ.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first husband, Joe Marvin Newton; second husband, Darris McDaniel Laws and a granddaughter.
She is survived by her son, Mark Newton and Rita Ryan of Monroe and four grandchildren.
A Graveside Service was
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held April 11, 2025, at Rose Hill Memorial Park, Fallston.
Online condolences can be made at www.stameytysingerfuneralhome.com.
Stamey-Tysinger Funeral Home & Cremation CenterFallston is serving the family.
MARGARET HASTINGS
Margaret Hastings, of Casar, NC, passed away on Sunday, March 30, 2025.
A memorial service was held April 5, 2025, at the Second Baptist Church of Cherryville officiated by Dr. Matt Thomas.
Margaret is survived by her daughter, Brenda Lauer (Shawn); two grandsons; two great grandchildren; sisters, Helen Rayfield and Ola Harmon; and sister-in-law, Reba Grigg.
Margaret was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas Hastings; parents, Ambrose and Ila Grigg; brothers, Clarence Grigg (Sue), Clyde Grigg and Carris Grigg; sister, Earsie Wood (Don) and Ellen Grigg; and brother-in-law, Larry Harmon.
Memorials may be made to Second Baptist Church of Cherryville, “Youth Fund”.
PATSY ANN PEELER HASTINGS
Patsy Ann Peeler Hastings, 91, of Lawndale passed away on April 7, 2025.
Patsy was born on October 8, 1933 in Cleveland County, NC to the late Howard Alonzo and Beulah Gold Wilson Peeler.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her daughter, Gayla Ann Hastings and two sisters, Shirley Gamble and Dorothy Wehunt.
She is survived by her husband, Austin “Bill” Billy Hastings; son, Gary Hastings and wife, Lori of Grover; daughter, Tami Rayle and husband, Dwayne of Shelby; four grandchildren; four great grandchildren and one on the way.
A funeral service was held April 10, 2025, at Casar Baptist Church with Rev. Doug Pruett and Rev. Randy Willis officiating. Burial followed in the church cemetery.
Memorials may be made to Casar Baptist Church Cemetery Fund, PO Box 369, Casar, NC 28020.
Online condolences can be made at www.stameytysingerfuneralhome.com.
Stamey-Tysinger Funeral Home & Cremation Center is serving the family.
CHARLENE LEWIS ELLIS
Charlene Lewis Ellis, 91, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on Monday, April 7, 2025.
Born April 15, 1933 in Avery County, NC, she was the daughter of the late Talmage Lewis and Ruby Cornett Lewis and was also preceded in death by her husband, G.W. “Dub” Ellis, daughter Karen Elizabeth Ellis, and Baby Ellis.
She is survived by her daughter, Denese Ellison Armstrong and husband, Bob, of Mooresville, NC; three grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.
Graveside service was held April 11, 2025, at Lavonia Baptist Church Cemetery in Mooresboro, NC with Reverend Rick Cloninger officiating.
Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society at www.cancer.org/ donate Guest Register available at www.harrisfunerals.com. Harris Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kings Mountain, NC is serving the family.
“Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted. Matthew 5:4
Born May 21, 1983 in Mecklenburg County, NC, he was the son of Ruth Wilson Haskins and was preceded in death by his father, the late Anderson Bailey Haskins.
Mr. Haskins served our country in the U.S. Air Force.
He is survived by his mother, Ruth Wilson Haskins and his siblings: Lane Ray (Windy), Mark Steven Ray, Kim Smith, and Stacey Bare
No services are planned at this time.
Guest Register available at www.harrisfunerals.com.
Harris Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kings Mountain, NC is serving the family.
BRIAN LEMBERGER
Brian Lemberger, 49, of Mooresboro, passed away Monday, April 7, 2025.
Brian was born Wednesday, May 7, 1975 in Cleveland County to Kathy Atkins Lemberger who resides in Mooresboro and to the late Tim Lemberger.
In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his grandparents.
Survivors include his mother, Kathy Atkins Lemberger of Mooresboro; sister, Misty Emory (Marshall) of Mooresboro; and daughter, Dawn Griffin of Mooresboro; A memorial service was held April 12, 2025, at Gannt’s Grove Baptist Church with Reverend Robert Lane officiating. Inurnment followed in the church cemetery.
Harrelson Funeral and Cremation Services is serving the family.
An online guest registry is available at www.harrelsonfuneralhome.com
For we ourselves also were sometimes foolish, disobedient, deceived, serving divers lusts
away on Tuesday, April 8, 2025.
He is preceded in death by his father and mother, Clifford and Mary Jones, sister, Elsie Weathers, and brother, Max Jones.
Bob is survived by his wife, Barbara; two sons, Brad and wife, Kim, and Bryan and wife, Carrie, and six grandchildren.
Mr. Jones served our country in the U.S. Army.
Memorial service was held April 12, 2025, at Central Methodist Church with Reverend Perry Hines officiating.
Memorials may be made to the Kings Mountain Touchdown Club at P.O. Box 2017 Kings Mountain, NC 28086 or a charity of donor’s choice.
Guest Register available at www.harrisfunerals.com.
Harris Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kings Mountain, NC is serving the family.
Cleveland County, passed away on Saturday, March 22, 2025.
He was preceded in death by his parents and many siblings.
Don is survived by his wife, Leila Church; his son, Timothy McDonald Bridges (Melinda) of Lexington, KY; daughters: Tamra Church, of Pollocksville, and Jessica Laney (Scott) of Newton; his sister, Jolena Rabon of Charlotte; brother, Dean Allen Bridges (Barbara) of Shelby, and his four grandchildren.
A memorial service was held March 26, 2025, at Mt. Sinai Baptist Church, with Pastor Tim Trexler officiating. Burial follow in the church cemetery.
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PRIVETTE
Harley Sebastian Privette, 32, of Cherryville, passed away on Friday, March 28, 2025.
Harley was born on October 19, 1992, in Union County.
Harley is survived by his wife, Angelina; his children; his mother, Janda Hudson; and his siblings: sister Jeri Strawn Edlund and her husband Joseph, and brother Hunter Privette; and his grandmother.
Preceding him in death was his baby sister, Mary Privette.
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MARGIE LEE BOWEN
Margie Lee Bowen, 71, of Shelby, passed away on Tuesday, March 25, 2025. She was born and raised in Cleveland County, NC. Margie is preceded in death by her parents, Rev. Joe Terry Jr. and Louise Terry.
She is survived by her son, Jerry Lee Bowen; her daughter, Kelsey Maynard with husband Shawn; sister, Teri Ellison with husband Ronald; and brother, Tommy Terry with wife Pam; five grandchildren; A celebration of life was held March 29, 2025, at Clay-Barnette Funeral Home with Pastors Jackie Price and David Black officiating. Clay-Barnette Funeral Home and Aquamation Center is serving the family. www. claybarnette.com
This is my comfort in my affliction: for thy word hath quickened me. Psalm 119:50
When the Spirit of truth comes, he will guide you into all the truth, for he will not speak on his own authority, but whatever he hears he will speak, and he will declare to you the things that are to come. John 16:13
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PATRICIA ANN QUEEN
Patricia Ann Queen, 76, of Grover, passed away on March 25, 2025.
She was the daughter of the late Robert Eugene and Delora Biddix Queen.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son, Donnie Richardson.
She is survived by her son, Scott Richardson and partner Max Herring of Lincolnton; sisters, Gloria Bryson of Gastonia and Elaine Tracey and husband Mike of Bessemer City; brothers, Kenny Queen and wife Kathy of Kings Mountain and Tommy Queen and wife Paula of Kings Mountain; two grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
A memorial service was held March 28, 2025, at Clay-Barnette Funeral Home in Kings Mountain with Pastor Reese English officiating.
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Mooresboro, passed away on Wednesday, April 9, 2025.
He was born in Oconee County, SC.
Mike was preceded in death by his mother, Fannie Belle Smith.
He is survived by his wife, Jody Pearson; daughters Carly Pearson, Michelle Morrison, Ashley Brickzin and husband Jay, Brittany Slivicki and husband Ryan, and Cassie Katzdorn and husband Steven; his son, Jason Pearson and wife Ashley; and his brother, Darrel Pearson and wife Karen; and nine grandchildren.
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of Cleveland County, North Carolina.
She is survived by her husband, Bill Jolley; her daughter, Brenda Elmore and husband Jeff of Shelby; her brother, John Camp, and his wife Earleen of Kings Mountain; two grandchildren and four great-grandsons and a granddaughter-in-law.
Rachel was preceded in death by her parents, Boyd Huston Camp and Laura Spake Camp; several brothers and sisters; and a grandson.
Funeral services were held April 10, 2025, at Flint Hill Baptist Church, officiated by Rev. Keith Dixon and Rev. Shane Kirby. Following the service, Rachel was laid to rest in the church cemetery.
by one son, Roger Brian Stacey; and one brother, Larry Stacey.
He is survived by his children, Rebecca Stacey White of Cowpens, SC, John Stacey of Forest City, NC, Cynthia Stacey Andrews of Shiloh, NC and Ricky Stacey of Mooresboro, NC; eight grandchildren; two greatgrandchildren; siblings, Eddie Stacey of Winnsboro, SC, Steve Stacey (Carolyn) of Greenville, TX, Dale Stacey (Barbara) of Cowpens, SC and Bobby Stacey (Tina) of Gaffney, SC.
Private Services will be held at a later date.
Robert Morgan Funeral and
Cremation Service, LLC is serving the family. Memorial tributes may be made at
Hooper, whom he was preceded in death by, along with his brother, Randall Dean Waters.
Larry is survived by his wife, Renea Hart Waters; his children: Chris, Tonya, and Tiffany; his sons-in-law, Marty Pence and Curtis Grant; ten grandchildren; his siblings, Robert Vance Waters and Mary Delinda Anderson.
A Celebration of Life will be planned at his home, down at the river, the place he deeply loved and found peace.
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He was born on October 24, 1959, in Montgomery Co., AL.
He is survived by his wife, Tammy Martin; his mother, Jo Ann Bradley Martin; son, Tony Martin Jr. and wife Jessica; daughter Tiffaney Martin; sister Tammy Conley; brother Joseph Martin Jr. and three grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his father, Joseph Aaron Martin Sr., and sister, Joan Wallace.
A memorial service was held March 11, 2025, at Clay-Barnette Funeral Home.
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She was born on March 18, 1943, in Hall County, Georgia.
Linda was preceded in death by her father, Dock Williams; mother, Mary Lou O’Dell Williams; two husbands, Gerald Navey and Daniel Worthey Sr.; brothers, Donald, Lonnie, Johnnie, Larry, and Marvin Williams; and sister, Dot Brown.
She is survived by her three daughters, Janice Fowler and husband Mike of Shelby, Lori Coleman and husband Hayne of Shelby, and Dawn Cash and husband Adam of Mt. Juliet, TN; her son, Sean Navey and wife Andrea of Grover; her sister, Rebecca Licht; nine grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren as well as several greatgreat-grandchildren.
Funeral services were held March 10, 2025, at Clay-Barnette Funeral Home, with Pastor Keith Navey officiating. Burial followed the service at Sunset Cemetery.
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William Mason Clinton, 51, of Kings Mountain, passed away on April 6, 2025, He was born on April 28, 1973, in Gaston County.
William is preceded in death by his mother, Shirley May Winstead; step-mother, Marietta Clinton; two brothers, Wayne Clinton and Randall Clinton; and a sister, Gloria Clinton.
He is survived by his father, David Clinton; and a step-brother, Ron Shuler.
Clay-Barnette Funeral Home & Aquamation Center is serving the family. www. claybarnette.com.
County, SC to the late Ed Howard Stacey and Mary Elizabeth Overcash Stacey. Roger is also predeceased
Jesus Christ, 33, of Nazareth, died Friday on Mount Calvary, also know as Golgotha, the place of the skull. Betrayed by the apostle Judas, Jesus was crucified by the Romans, by order of the Ruler Pontius Pilate. The causes of death were crucifixion, extreme exhaustion, severe torture and loss of blood.
Jesus Christ, a descendant of Abraham, was a member of the house of David. He was the Son of the late Joseph, a carpenter of Nazareth, and Mary, his devoted Mother. Jesus was born in a stable in the city of Bethlehem, Judea. He is survived by his mother Mary, his faithful Apostles, numerous disciples and many other followers.
Jesus was self-educated and spent most of his adult life working as a Teacher. Jesus also occasionally worked as a Medical Doctor and its reported that he healed many patients.
Up until the time of his death, Jesus was teaching and sharing the good news, healing the sick, touching the lonely, feeding the hungry and helping the poor. Jesus was most noted for telling parables about His Father’s Kingdom and performing miracles, such as feeding over 5,000 people with only five loaves of bread and two fish, and healing a man who was born blind. On the day before His death, He held a Last Supper, celebrating the Passover Feast, at which He foretold his death. The body was quickly buried in a stone grave, which was donated by Joseph of Arimathea, a loyal friend of the family. By order of Pontius Pilate, a boulder was rolled in front of the Tomb. Roman Soldiers were put on guard.
In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that everyone try to live as Jesus did and believe in Him. Donations may be send to anyone in need.
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Friday, April 18
What: Easter Egg Hunt
When: 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm, April 18.
Where: Long Branch Road Baptist Church, 621 Long Branch Rd., Forest City, NC.
More Info: Please bring an Easter basket. For more info call (828) 248-1408. Join us for fun, food & fellowship!
Saturday, April 19
What: Easter Egg Hunt
When: 11:00 am until 1:00 pm, April 19.
Where: Bethlehem Community Church, 6753 NC Hwy. 182, Cherryville, NC.
More Info: Children 10 years of age and under, Easter Program. Egg Hunt, and Hot Dog lunch.
What: Easter Egg Hunt
When: 10:00 am until Noon, April 19.
Where: Prospect Baptist Church, 2610 Prospect Church Rd, Mooresboro, NC.
More Info: FREE Easter Egg Hunt, Games & Lunch.
What: Easter Egg Hunt
When: 10:00 am, April 19.
Where: Lawndale Baptist Church, 407 West Main St., Lawndale, NC.
More Info: All ages welcome. The Easter Story, over 1300 eggs, snacks, candy and prizes.
Sunday, April 20
What: “What Manner of Love” Musical
When: 10:45 am
Where: Bethel Baptist Church, 606 S. Dekalb St., Shelby, NC.
More Info: Musical celebrating the agony of Christ’s cross and the triumph of His resurrection. Featuring the Celebration Choir of Bethel Baptist Church. No charge for admission and childcare available for NB-3. Call 704-482-8922 for details.
What: Easter Sunrise Service
When: 7:00 am, April 20.
Where: Prospect Baptist Church, 2610 Prospect Church Rd, Mooresboro, NC.
More Info: Breakfast to follow. Sunday School @ 9:00 am & Worship at 10:00 am. No Evening Service.
What: Easter Sunrise Service
When: 6:45 am, April 20.
Where: Long Branch Road Baptist Church, 621 Long Branch Rd., Forest City, NC.
More Info: Breakfast - 7:15 am, Sunday School - 8:00 am, Worship Service - 8:30 am. For more info call (828) 248-1408.
What: Easter Sunday Breakfast
When: 9:30am until 11:00 am, April 20.
Where: Ryburn Memorial Presbyterian Church, 1329 Frederick St, Shelby, NC
More Info: inviting all to our Easter Sunday Breakfast. Church service at 11:30a.m. Come join us, tell your friends and family. A church for all Gods children. Contact: 704-284-1106
Saturday, April 26 , What: Youth Fundraiser BBQ
When: 4:00 pm until 7:00 pm, April 26.
Where: New Prospect Baptist Church, 1960 New Prospect Church Rd., Shelby, NC.
More Info: Eat in or Drive Thru, $12.00 per plate, Chicken Quarters, Fries, Bake Beans, BBQ Slaw, Rolls, Dessert. Thank you for your support!! All proceeds will help offset Camp Expenses.
Sunday, April 27 ,
What: Worship Night
When: 6:00 pm, April 27.
Where: First Baptist Church,120 N Lafayette St., Shelby, NC.
More Info: You’re Invited! Join us for a powerful Night of Worship as we lift high the name of Jesus! Come experience a spirit-filled evening of praise and worship. Bring your friends, family, and hearts ready to exalt the Lord together!
Saturday, May 3
What: Car Show
When: May 3.
Where: First Love Independent Baptist Church, 2636 S. Lafayette St., Shelby, NC.
More Info: Come out and support us. Shine those rides up. Cost to enter your ride $20.00. Reach out if you would be interested in becoming a vendor. Cost to become a vendor for a 10x10 spot $20.00. Reach out to Mike or Tammy Brittian, 704-476-6310. We have been asked if you can enter a golf cart and yes if you want to enter your golf cart you can!
What: BBQ Fundraiser.
When: Noon until 7:00 pm, May 3.
Where: Hopewell-Hollis Ruritant, Club, 2500 Hollis Rd., Ellenboro, NC.
More Info: Come out and join us for a BBQ fundraiser. Plates are 15.00 and include BBQ, sauce, slaw, french fries, huspuppies, dessert and beverage. Taking orders for BBQ butt kits $45.00. Contact Cindy at (704) 692-0724 or Rick at (224) 388-3552 for more information.
What: First Responders Meal
When: 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm, May 3.
Where: Lawndale Baptist Church, 407 West Main St., Lawndale, NC.
More Info: Hosting a first responders meal for all EMS, Police, Fire, State Troopers.
Announcements
Al-Anon Family Groups Support: Al-Anon Family Support Groups: Al-Anon Family Support Groups support those who are affected by someone else’s drinking and drug use. No Name AFG meets on Mondays at 12noon at the Episcopal Church of the Redeemer, 510 W Sumter St., Shelby. Contact Kay at 704-473-4891. Shelby AFG meets on Thursdays at 8:00 pm at Shelby Presbyterian Church, 226 E. Graham St., Shelby. Contact Jann at 704-692-7688.
Nar-Anon Support Group: Meets 6:30 pm weekly on Tuesdays at the First Baptist Church, 120 N. Lafayette St., Shelby, NC. Nar-Anon is a support group for those affected by someone else’s drug addiction. We meet in the classroom of Dale St., between Sumter and Campbell St. Park on the side of the church or in the alley. Signs are posted. Call Bill, 704-692-2092 or the church office, 704-482-3467.
Support Group: Every Thursday, Depression and Anxiety peer support group meets at 205 S. Washington St., Shelby, NC. From 6:30 pm until 7:30pm upstairs. Questions text Jodi at 704-484-8998 or email qtbeauty76@gmail.com.
Dennis Bowen won Best of Show with his 1955 Chevy at the Cruisin' for the Kids Cruise-In and Car Show. Jeff Melton photo
Annual Community Easter Sunrise service
The Kings Mountain Ministerial Association is hosting the annual Community Easter Sunrise Service at East Gold Street Wesleyan Church (701 East Gold Street) on Sunday, April 20th at 7:00 AM. Please join members of our community, as we celebrate the resurrection of our Savior and Lord Jesus Christ!
The Paradox
(Part 3 of “Grow” Series)
Good Friday confronts us with a paradox: life springs from death.
DANYALE PATTERSON
John 12:24 (NIV) captures this beautifully: “Very truly I tell you, unless a kernel of wheat falls to the ground and dies, it remains only a single seed. But if it dies, it produces many seeds.” Jesus, the seed, chose the cross, giving His life to produce a harvest— us, His followers, growing into His likeness. This isn’t growth we muster on our own; it’s a gift born from His sacrifice. When we reflect on the nails, the thorns, the weight of our sin He carried, we’re reminded that our ability to grow spiritually begins with what He finished on the cross.
Freedom
But growth through the crucifixion means facing hard truths. On Good Friday, I sometimes feel the sting of my own shortcomings—moments I’ve chosen pride over humility or fear over trust.
Isaiah 53:5 offers perspective: “But he was pierced for
our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was on him, and by his wounds we are healed.”
Jesus took it all—every misstep, every doubt—so we could be free to grow. The cross doesn’t shame us; it liberates us, inviting us to shed what holds us back and stretch toward His grace. Have you felt that freedom? It’s like a plant breaking through heavy soil, reaching for light.
Daily Choices
This growth isn’t solitary. Galatians 2:20 (NIV) says, “I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me.”
Through the cross, we die to our old selves, but we rise with Jesus living in us. It’s a daily choice to let Him shape us—through prayer, forgiveness, or serving others. Maybe you are struggling to forgive someone. Meditate on the cross, visualize Jesus forgiving even as He suffered. Allow that moment to nudge you to let go, and feel your heart grow a little bigger, a little more like His.
This Good Friday, let’s linger at the foot of the cross. Let’s thank Jesus for His sac-
rifice and ask Him to help us grow—through His wounds, His love, His victory.
PRAY THIS PRAYER:
“Dear Lord, I can never repay you for what you have done for me, but I offer you my life to be a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable to you which is the least that I can do. Forgive me when I placed my desires over your desires. I am grateful for your love and mercy. Help me to grow to be a strong disciple of Christ. In Jesus’ name - Amen.”
CONNECTING TO GOD:
I encourage you to open your heart to God’s love and grace. Seek forgiveness for past wrongs, and invite Jesus into your heart as your Savior and Lord. Find a supportive community in a local church where you can grow and serve others. You can cultivate a meaningful relationship with God by dedicating daily time to reading the Bible and praying.
Danyale Patterson would love to connect with you! Contact her at www.danyale.com to share a testimony, send a prayer request, or book her for speaking engagements.
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Clev. Co. Health Department to host Summer Days, Healthy Ways event
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Summer Days, Healthy Ways is a fun, family friendly event with inflatables, minigolf, face painting,
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during this event.
“This event provides an opportunity for families to get out, get active, and spend quality time together in an affordable way,” says DeShay Oliver, Deputy Health Director for the Cleveland County Health Department. “It also helps connect families with many resources that are available to them in our community that they may not know about otherwise. Last year, we had a great turnout and hope to have an even better one this year. We plan to continue to host this event annually moving forward,” says Oliver. This event is free and open to everyone. We hope
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to see you there. For more information or if your agency is interested in staffing a community resource table, please call 980-484-5199.
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
IF YOU LOST A BIBLE ON MAIN STREET IN FOREST CITY, PLEASE STOP BY THE RUTHERFORD WEEKLY OFFICE LOCATED AT 157 WEST MAIN STREET TO CLAIM. YOU CAN ALSO CALL 828-248-1408.
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WE BUY & SELL SILVER AND GOLD COINS, JEWELRY, Etc. Jake’s Knives & Collectibles located at 1008 S. Lafayette St., Shelby, NC. Call 704-600-6996 or (980) 295-5568
UNIQUE ANTIQUE STATION.
Tues.-Sat. 11am-4pm. Farm House Decor, Antiques, Collectibles, Vintage Toys, Hot Wheels, Jewelry, MORE. 985 US 74 Business Hwy., Ellenboro. Find us on Facebook. 828-382-0075.
GOLDEN DOMERS TOY AND HOBBY. Visit our NEW LOCATION .....Model Cars, Die-cast Cars & Trucks, Tractors, Hot Wheels, Construction Toys, Sports Memorabilia, Autographed Items, Hard to Find Items! See Mike & Brandon Willis. We’re located at 104 Oliver Ave. (behind El Acapulco Mexican Restaurant in Boiling Springs), Shelby 704-297-0102 or 704-297-0103
PROTECT YOUR INVESTMENTS! Steel Buildings & Covers. Hay Barns, Boat Storage Sheds, Pavilions, Tractor & Implement Storage. J Johnson Sales in Forest City. (828) 2455895
CAR & TRUCK DETAILING by Ronnie Henderson. Call for Pricing. Reasonable Rates! (704) 691-5030
10TH TOY SHOW & COLLECTIBLES. Saturday, April 26, 2025 at Old Mooresboro School Gym, 308 Main Street, Mooresboro, NC 28114, 8:00AM-2:00PM. Admission $5, Under 10 FREE . $15 per table. Bring your own tables. CASH ONLY! For Questions Call Keith at 828-351-8822 (6pm8pm) or David at 704-692-7702.
EMPLOYMENT
EXPERINCED SITTER FOR ELDER. Will sit with your loved one in the home, hospital or facility. I have 27 yrs. experience working with dementia, assisted and hands on. References available. Contact Lanie Butts, 704-4732739. buttslanie0814@gmail. com.
EMPLOYMENT
NOW HIRING LANDSCAPERS FOR FULL TIME YEAR ROUND EMPLOYMENT. Must have valid driver’s license and transportation. Over time available. (704) 473-0341
CHURCH ORGANIST POSITION. Part-time - Sunday’s, Funerals & Weddings. Pay Negotiable. Services starts 11:00 am Sundays. (704) 739-7466 Smlc@ carolina.rr.com
PART TIME TRUCK DRIVER. CLASS A OR CLASS C. 24 FOOT BOX TRUCKS AND TRACTOR & TRAILERS. LOCAL RUNS, HOME AT NIGHT, NEED CELL PHONE. CALL 828-286-7871
CONSERVATIVE SOUTHERN BAPTIST CHURCH SEEKING Full-time Pastor. Send resume and Doctrinal Statement to: Pastor Search Committee, 1184 Rock Springs Church Rd., Blacksburg, SC 29702
BUSINESS SERVICES
KODAK COMPLETE CONCRETE FINISHING LLC. Free estimates. Serving North & South Carolina. Call 704-914-5010. FOR REASONABLE RATE
LAWN SERVICE. Call (704) 4724737
JIM’S PAINTING SERVICE. Painting, roofing, tile floors, decks, staining. Free estimates. Now is the time to paint outside! Ask for Jim 828-429-7511.
ERIC MOBILE MECHANIC. I will come to you. Full Lawnmower Service, Cars & Tractors. Honest & Reliable. (704) 300-2332
HYDRAULIC CYLINDER REPAIR. Skid Steer, Wreckers, Rollbacks, Splitters, Tractors, etc. 30 years experience. Shelby, NC. (Joe) (704) 692-1097
SHELBY & KINGS MOUNTAIN HANDYMAN. Handyman Book Online is your trusted partner for professional handyman services in Shelby & Kings Mountain, NC. We specialize in home repairs, plumbing, electrical work, and carpentry. Fast, reliable, and affordable solutions for your home improvement needs. Our Ideal Customers: Homeowners who need repairs, maintenance or improvements. Real estate agents who have a closing coming up and the home inspection revealed an item that needs to be repaired timely so as not to delay the closing. Property managers who need to have repairs done after a renter has left so that they can get the unit ready for showing as soon as possible. Business owners who need repairs or improvements after normal business hours so as not to interfere with business traffic. FREE ESTIMATES! Contact us @ 828-351-9191 www. handymanbookonline.com, Email: handymanbookonline@gmail.com
LOT CLEARING. TREE WORK INCLUDING DANGER TREES. FREE ESTIMATES. 828-429-1102 or 828-429-4742.
BUSINESS SERVICES
WILL CLEAN HOUSES. Reasonable rates! Call or text me at (704) 419-9016
QUALITY FOR OVER 30 YEARS! Pressure Washing lets us make it look like New! Deck Staining, Mulching, Pine Needles, Pruning, Install Ceiling Fans & Mini Blinds and much more! Call or Text today (704) 692-4449
CLEVELAND COUNTY GARAGE DOORS. Summer Tune-up Special, $69.95. We will check all your equipment lube, make sure it’s working correctly. We repair broken doors. Also offering new installations. 704-472-9367.
THE TILE GUY. We specialize in professional tile installation of showers, bathrooms, floors, kitchen backsplash. Tile & stone backsplashes & fireplaces. Call 828748-9163 or 828-388-0196.
BRANDON’S HOME IMPROVEMENT Painting & decks, Drywall & tile, Carpentry trim, framing. 828-388-0195 or 828-748-9163.
ROB’S LAWN CARE. I do lawns in the Shelby Area. Reasonable Rates! Call (704) 473-4660
D&D LANDSCAPING. We offer complete Lawn Care. Very reasonably priced! Based in Cherryville. Also serving surrounding areas. We offer discounts for seniors and veterans. Please give us a call for a quote! (704) 530-1237 smithdamien47@yahoo.com
STUMP GRINDING. HAULING MULCH, ROCK AND DIRT. 828429-1102 or 828-429-4742.
AUCTIONS
ESTATE AUCTION OF GERALD BROWN (Deceased). Online Only - 2 Auctions on Tuesday, April 22nd. Lots start to close on Tuesday, April 22nd, 2025 @ 6 pm - (Antiques and Glassware and More!) Lots start to close on Tuesday, April 22nd, 2025 @ 6 pm - (Ammo & Knives). Preview: Friday, April 18th - 10 am till 6 pm and Saturday, April 19th - 10 am till 4 pm; Address: 334 Holbert Rd Hendersonville, NC 28791; www. ej-auction.com; EDWARD JOHNSON AUCTIONEERS, INC; NC8134 NC8496 (828) 593-9649
YARD SALES
CLEVELAND COUNTY
YARD SALE. Sat., April 19th, 7 am-Until. Tools, Furniture, Household items, Clothes and etc. (Up from High School) 316 Maner Rd, Kings Mountain, NC 28086
YARD SALE. Sat., April 19th, 8 am-12 pm. Salvation Army Worship Center, In the Church Fellowship Hall, 305 N. Lafayette Street, Shelby, NC 28150
3 FAMILY YARD SALE. Sat., April 19th, 2025 from 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM “LOTS OF ITEMS!” Located at 1021 Cumberland Dr., Shelby, NC 28150
YARD SALE. Sat, April 19th, 7:30 am-Until. Lamps, rugs, assorted tools and more. 118 Dasheille Lane, Kings Mountain, NC 28086
YARD SALES
CLEVELAND COUNTY
BIG YARD SALE. Sat., April 19th & 26th, 9am-3pm. There will be a variety of men’s, ladies, infant and toddler girls clothes and shoes. Adult sizes range from 14 to 24. Will have some shoes too. Will have fill up a bag specials. 303 Melody Lane, Shelby, NC 28152
RUTHERFORD COUNTY
YARD SALE. MULTI-FAMILY YARD SALE at Parker Hannifin in Forest City on Saturday, May 17, 2025 from 7:00AM - 1:00PM! 203 Pine Street, Forest City, NC 28043
FOR SALE
2 ASHTON DRAKE COLLECTIBLE DOLLS. Call for info, (828) 223-0074
HORSE QUALITY HAY FOR SALE. Call (704) 487-6855
MULTI VARIETIES, LANDSCAPING PLANTS. Grasses, Trees, Hosta, Many More. 50 gallon Fish Tank, 100 Plus pairs guppies, filter & extras. 704-600-5817.
12,000 WATT GENERAC STAND-BY GENERATOR. Outside unit only. No transfer switch, $500; 250-lb 3-point hitch fertilizer spreader, $250. (704) 472-9995
BOBCAT 328 EXCAVATOR with a new Final Drive. Good for construction or farm use. $15,000. 704-472-4536.
TRAILERS, LAWNMOWER TRAILERS, FLATBED TRAILERS, Enclosed Trailers, Horse and Cattle Trailers, Saddlery. Check our prices and quality before you buy. Bridges Riding Equipment. Boiling Springs, NC. 704-434-6389, (704) 4730867
PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS with Scratch Pads! Press Room Printing. 704-482-2243. (704) 538-5788
DISCOUNT APPLIANCES. Refrigerators, washers, dryers and stoves. 1205 Earl Road, Shelby, NC. (704) 477-4766
USED GENEREX HOME GENERATOR. $1500. (704) 477-0516
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) 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) 245-5895
J JOHNSON SALES. Steel Buildings, Carports, Garages. Large On-site Display. J Johnson Sales in Forest City. (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
FOR SALE
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) 245-5895
WHEELS AND TIRES Nitto Terra Grappler g2 Tires 265/65/17”. American Racing For Tacoma Wheels 17x8.5” Lug pattern 6x139.7 or 6x5.5 Photos available. Price Negotiable! (704) 418-5779
DINING ROOM $500 Alexander Julian dining table with 2 leafs and 4 chairs. Also a a China cabinet. (704) 477-2627 chrisallen1308@gmail.com
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) 2455895
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) 245-5895
DINING TABLE/6 CHAIRS. $400. Gently used solid wood dining table; 6 Chairs, 2 leaves, table pad. (317) 331-8110 linda324porters@ aol.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 THE KINGS MOUNTAIN HOUSING AUTHORITY. KINGS MOUNTAIN HOUSING AUTHORITY IS SELLING (2) 60” TORO LAWN MOWERS, 40 HOURS ON ONE AND 41 HOURS ON THE OTHER. WILL TAKE BIDS STARTING AT $5,500 EACH; (1) 7-8 FEET TRAILER-HIGHEST BID. BIDDING WILL CLOSE ON FRIDAY, APRIL 18 2025 AT 5PM. TO VIEW OR BID EMAIL VWILLIAMS@ KINGSMOUNTAINHA.ORG (704) 739-2816 EXT. 6 VWILLIAMS@ KINGSMOUNTAINHA.ORG
NEW SAMSUNG DRYER $200. Mongoose Mountain Bike $50. Antique dresser w/mirror, $100. Nice older white recliner $50. Antique claw-foot dining table w/8 chairs $100. 704-609-3608
FOR SALE
DOG LOTS FOR SALE. 3 lots-10 ft x 6 ft. and 1 lot-12 ft x 6 ft. 828448-5961.
LAND FOR SALE. $28,000 for .83 acre lot in a great neighborhood. The neighborhood is near the airport in Shelby, very close to Crest schools. No HOA in neighborhood and more than suitable for a nice build. (704) 860-8946 yajudd@gmail.com
LIKE NEW TIRES/WHEELS. $1800.00. Bridgestone Dueller A/T LT275/65R20 tires mounted on 20” black rims. Set of 4. Approximately 500 miles. Off a new 2024 Ford F250. (704) 473-7092 cdamwm@yahoo.com
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
USED BOOKS. Christian/Religious-Spiritual material never grows old or outdated. Add a book section to your retail store or online site. Both paper and hardbacks, featuring topical, commentary, theology and research. Estimated count is 3500 books. An excellent opportunity at only $3500. Please, no culling or partial sales. No delivery, but you may come and look before purchase. (704) 915-0594
OVERSIZED COUCH LOVESEAT AND CHAIR. $300 CASH. (704) 477-2627
GUNS AND AMMNO 4245 rounds,22 LR.- $336, 400 rounds-9 mm.-$80, 125 rounds-12 G.-$42, Mossberg 22 Mag. Bolt action Rifle with scope -$250, Mossberg Pump 12 ga.$250. Winchester 36 gun digital safe, H 59” W 30” D 22”- $500. Buyer must move. Call 980-3419332.
MAUSOLEUM FOR SALE. in Cleveland Memorial Park. For 2 people. 704-476-0682. 2013 MODEL MOPED SCOOTER. 50cc, burgundy color, good condition. MUST SEE $600. (704) 692-9117
SUNSETTER AWNING FOR SALE. Used and worn, but still usable. First reasonable offer. 704-300-8201.
GRAVELY PROMASTER PM260Z. 25 HP Kohler, Zero Turn 60” cut. WOODS Zero Turn 25 HP Kawasaki 60” cut. HUSQVARNA YTA Riding Mower, 22 HP, 46” cut. TROYBILT PONY Riding Mower, 17.5 HP 42” cut. JOHN DEERE D140, Riding Mower, 22 HP, 48” cut. REESE HITCH Aluminum Wheel Carrier. (704) 300-8684
TURKEY HUNTING EQUIPMENT. Chest freezer. Women’s clothing $1.00 Misc household items, best offer. Trolling engine $75. Dryer $75. 828-375-4521. Continued To Page 23
FARM & GARDEN
FOR SALE
BOFLEX MAX TRAINER USED. $350 GREAT CONDITION. STILL USE IT BUT CAN’T TAKE IT WITH ME. (704) 477-2627 CHRISALLEN1308@GMAIL.COM
RIFLE FOR SALE. 30.06 semi-automatic rifle with ammo & scope. Excellent condition. $575 or OBO. 704-300-8316.
LOST & FOUND
LOST ART BOOKS!!!! Oak Grove Church Road in Ellenboro, near Hwy. 74 Business. About 6 big paperback books. Call 828447-5795.
WANT TO BUY
WANTED: OLD AND NEW AMMO. Reloading supplies. Call 828-245-6756 or cell # 828-2891488.
WANT TO BUY CARS& TRUCKS. Trailers, Tractors, Farm Equipment. Must have ID and proof of ownership. Callahan’s Towing. (704) 692-1006
CASH FOR YOUR CAR. Running or not, title or no title. Call Charles Dellinger at Red Road Towing. 704-692-6767, (704) 487-0228
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
TURN YOUR HOUSE INTO CASH? I PURCHASE UNWANTED RENTAL PROPERTY AND HOMES. MUST BE PRICED TO SELL! “QUICK CLOSINGS”! Call (704) 472-0006
FARM & GARDEN
4000 FORD TRACTOR. 4 cylinder. $3200. Call (704) 473-4997
HAY FOR SALE 1/2 Bales-$3, Square-$6, Round -$20 & $30. 919 Bethlehem Church Rd. Grover, NC 704-418-1744. (704) 4181744
KOI FISH FOR SELL. Koi fish; all colors; short and long fin; 4”-10”; $3-$5. We are wholesalers; call for availability. (864) 546-2778 brendasherman9@gmail.com
FORD TRACTOR MODEL 1910 3 cylinder diesel, front loader, 3 point hitch, wet lines, needs minor work. $5500. 828-289-1817.
FARM TRAILER FOR SALE. 7.5 x 24 ft. Excellent for hay or other hauling use around the farm. If interested, call (704) 813-2289
HONEY BEES: This years swarms, $140 in your hives. Call or text 828-980-1823. Also new gloves, hats & veils $10 each.
METAL GAS CAN. Old school metal gas can 2&1/2 gal can. $25 each. (704) 300-1818 kim_hopper@bellsouth.net
SEVERAL GAS JUGS. I have EIGHT 2&1/2. Gal plastic gas jugs ALL for $25 (704) 300-1818 kim_ hopper@bellsouth.net
BOATS
1994 BAYLINER FOR SALE. 19 ft. Boat and Trailer. 120 merk cruiser. $3000. 704-616-0217.
PETS & LIVESTOCK
GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES
$400 parents on site. Sire 105 lbs. Mostly black in color. (910) 644-2860 hannahs_mom100@ yahoo.com
CKC REG BOXER PUPPIES. 8 weeks old, shots & worming UTD. Big Healthy Pups. $300 ea. (704) 466-3135
F1B CKC MINI GOLDENDOODLES. Male/Female, 14wks, Gastonia. Shots, wormed, utd. $500 each. (980) 363-9703
10’X10’X6’ DOG KENNELS. Dog Houses and Dog Buildings. Delivery & Set Up Available. J Johnson Sales in Forest City. (828) 2455895
PLATINUM PARTI MORKIE. Beautiful, sweet baby, MALE, Vet examined, vaccinated. Two free 30 day pet health insurance policies. Reduced. Text please 980422-6901 (980) 422-6901 thinking12341234@yahoo.com
FULL BLOODED GERMAN
SHEPHERD PUPPIES. 8 weeks old. 3 males, 1 female, had shots & wormed. $800 each. 828-9800179.
THREE CHIWEENIE PUPPIES
Ready April 16. 2 males, 1 female. Have one set of shots and dewormed. $350 each. 704-4666983.
TOY & MINI AUSSIES. Male & female. Assorted colors. Shots and wormed. Paper trained. Fully weaned. Parents on premises. 828-289-6756.
TEACUPTOY PARTI YORKIE SHIHTZU. Female 10 wks old, yorkie shihzhu, both parents under 4lbs, all shots, award winning breeder, $900 or reasonable offers. (864) 623-8803 thefuzzyfacequeen@gmail.com
GREAT PYRENEES PUPPIES, FULL BLOODED. No papers, 3 males, 5 females, 1st shots, wormed, $300 each. 828-7483398 or 828-289-3871.
CARS & TRUCKS
2009 FORD ECONOLINE COMMERCIAL CHASSIS 178,000 miles. Auto., White, Two ladder racks. $8995, (704) 300-1818 kim_hopper@bellsouth.net
2012 HONDA CIVIC CPE 117,000 miles. One owner, power windows & locks, air, automatic, 2 door coupe, good tires. $7750. 828447-7331
2018 CHEVROLET COLORADO V-6, Automatic, Red, Great Condition, 35,000 miles, $16,000. ALSO : 2021 Denali Canyon,V-6, 22,000 miles, 4 Door, Cheyenne Red, Excellent Condition. $35,000. Call (828) 755-7100
2009 FORD MUSTANG, 2 door Convertible. 102,090 miles, Power Steering, power seats, power windows, power top, 4 new tires. Very clean leather seats. Great for summer beach trips. Price $8500. Call or text (704) 466-0012
2015 HONDA ODYSSEY Don’t Wait! 202,000 miles. New battery & alternator. Runs great & looks good! (828) 223-0074
2012 SUBARU LEGACY 126,500 miles, $7800. ksullivan9753@ gmail.com
1999 PONTIAC FIREBIRD V6, 149,000 miles. Automatic, power windows & locks, good condition. $6,500. 3 ton lever action chain hoist, like new. $450. 30 pieces of PVC pipes, 4’’ diameter, 20 ft. long, schedule 40, $30 each. 828289-1817.
CAMPERS
2021 GRAND DESIGN TRANSCEND XPLORER 231 RK, 29 feet long, elecric slideout/awning, excellent condition, queen bed, 2 TVs, Thomas Payne recliner sofa, kitchen table converts to bed. $19,500. 828-4477331
24 FT FOREST RIVER SURVEYOR. Gently used & lightweight. Designed for comfort & functionality for 2-4 people. Slide out, outside kitchen, 2 TVs, 6.88 barrel ceiling, storage galore, fully stocked. $17,000. (828) 245-8159
MOTORCYCLES & ATVS
2009 ULTRA CLASSIC. HARLEY DAVIDSON, 6700 original miles $10, 000. (704) 692-0977
2013 HARLEY DAVIDSON ULTRA CLASSIC. 1850CC, new battery, very clean, great condition, asking $9,000 OBO. 2009 Yamaha VStar 1300CC, new tires & battery, asking $5,500 OBO. 828-289-8943
VACATIONS
NEWLY RENOVATED BEACH HOUSE in OCEAN LAKES. 2 bedroom, 2 bath, sleeps 4, golf cart. Weeks and weekends. Call nights only.704-472-5182
REAL ESTATE
LINCOLN COUNTY
PRIVATE FINANCING_FOR DESERVING_BUYER WITH LARGE_DOWNPMT A Brick 3/1.5/1 home with 6 car garage in backyard! Carport can be converted to garage. Wrap around porch, full walkout basement, sunroom, large laundry room, open floor plan, over 1 acre, hardwood floors, replaced windows, smart thermostat, newly painted agreeable gray. Tin roof with gutters on both buildings. Vale, NC 28168 (828) 228-4016 valehousing@gmail.com
POLK COUNTY
POLK COUNTY, SUNNYVIEW, NC. For sale by owner. Convenient location. 3.62 acre, wooded residential lot. $50,680. No text or email. Call (828) 429-3287
RUTHERFORD COUNTY
RENT-TO-OWN MOBILE HOME 3B/2B. 323 Whiteside Rd., Rutherfordton. $1134/mo. Fully remodeled & spacious 3/2 Mobile Home with/large lot, central air and heat, off street parking. $1134/month includes lot rent, septic and trash! $10,000 down. Contact by email only craig@ blueridgemobilehomepark. com
REAL ESTATE
RUTHERFORD COUNTY
2/2 RENT TO OWN. OWNER FINANCE! ! MOBILE HOME RENT-TO-OWN. MAKE HOME OWNERSHIP A REALITY!! NEW ROOF AND WINDOWS, FULLY REMODELED!. LOT RENT INCLUDED. $7500 DOWN $928.52/ MO. RUTHERFORDTON, NC 28139 (727) 743-4908
CRAIG@BLUERIDGEMOBILEHOMEPARK.COM
MECKLENBURG COUNTY
ROOM FOR RENT - PADSPLIT. Renting a PadSplit room in Charlotte is affordable, flexible, and convenient starting at $750 a month. Enjoy all-inclusive pricing, furnished spaces, prime locations, and hassle-free living with no long-term commitments. Use promo code CLTROOM1 for $100 off your first month. (704) 387-3291 andrew@padsplit.com
FOR RENT
CLEVELAND COUNTY
2&3 BEDROOM MOBILE HOMES. Nice and clean, water furnished. Oak Grove Community, Kings Mtn. Call or text, (704) 7390259
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
716 PARK AVE., SHELBY, NC. Duplex 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom. Rent $925 Deposit $925. App fee $25. 704-214-4180.
LIONS SENIOR VILLAGE. Has 1 bedroom HUD subsidized apartments for low income seniors. Taking applications now. Age 62 or older. Equal Housing Opportunity. 211 North Morgan Street, Shelby, NC (704) 482-7723 (704) 482-7723 Lions@RPMMANAGED.COM
FOR RENT
CLEVELAND COUNTY
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
135-12 WIGGINS LANE, KINGS MTN. NC. New Single wide. 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom. Rent $1375, Deposit $1375. App fee, $25 per adult. 704-214-4180
1003-B MARK DRIVE, SHELBY, NC. Apartment, top floor, 2 bathroom, 2 bedroom. Rent $975, Deposit $975, App Fee $25. 704214-4180.
GREAT 3BR, 2BA MODULAR HOME. Walk-in closet, laundry room, extra nice. Shelby area. HAP approved! TEXT OR CALL: 980-329-2141 Great Deal.
LINCOLN COUNTY
2445-12 SUN VALLEY TRAIL. Lincolnton, NC. Single Wide. 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom. Rent $1075 Deposit $1075 Includes power and water. App fee $25. 704-214-4180. RUTHERFORD COUNTY
THREE BEDROOM, JUST REMODELED. Quiet, wooded park. 50 or older only. Landlord on site. No pets. Rutherfordton, NC. 828429-9276. HOUSE FOR RENT House for Rent, Gilkey area, ideal location. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, Stove and Refrigerator, heat and air. Room to roam, acerage with all kinds of possibilities, great opportunities. (828) 437-6754
