Phil Combs is
Cleveland County king of collectables
By Alan Hodge
“Every piece has a story.”
That’s what Phil Combs of Shelby says about his colossal collection of stock car racing and other types of memorabilia.
The sheer volume of stuff Combs has combed the land for and housed in his home and museum at 833 Pleasant Drive is astounding and what’s even more amazing is his ability to tell each piece’s tale- and you better believe there’s some doozies.
Combs comes by his love of all things collectable and racing related naturally. His father Roby Combs was a flagman and race official at local tracks back in the 1950s and 60s. Places he flagged at included Hickory Speedway, the old Charlotte Fairgrounds Speedway, and at the first World 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway. Phil’s mom Irma also worked as a track steward doing everything from taking entry fees to paying drivers at the end of the race.
Little Phil was also in the thick of things on race days.
“When I was seven-yearsold I was selling Southern Motor Racing newspapers at Hickory Motor Speedway,” he says. “The cost was twenty-five cents
each.”
The collecting bug soon bit Phil thanks to his mom who was a race memorabilia collector herself.
“I started out collecting decals,” he said. “Then I collected postcards. One thing led to another.”
As the years passed, Phil, 67, who retired from Fed-Ex several years ago, added to his collection at a breakneck pace. Currently, nearly every room in his house is chock full of racing related and other antique items.
One room is devoted to Harry Gant stuff including Gant’s helmets and driving suits. Another room is in honor of Richard Petty. There are Petty jackets, sponsorship materials, photos, and posters. Some of the posters even show Petty before he started wearing the sunglasses he seems to have never removed in decades.
Adding a bit of antique variety, another room in the house contains Cleveland County Fair stuff including posters advertising the dirt track races held there, programs, and fair photos.
“My grandfather Vic Bowen was one of the fair’s first stockholders,” Combs says. “I have over 200 scrapbooks of fair materials. It’s probably the biggest collection of fair stuff anywhere.”
Yet another room in Phil’s house has a row of immaculate Schwinn Stingray bikes from the 1960s and a vintage radio that still works. Add to that old bottles, vintage furniture, and lots of ancestral family photos.
Stepping out the back door of the circa 1922 farmhouse reveals a building made of street signs painted white. Yep, there’s See COMBS, Page ___
Combs with an early racing car hauler made from a 1957 US Mail truck.
A smidgen of the Combs Family Museum racing stuff.
Just a few of the vintage Cleveland County Fair items in the Combs collection.
Some of Phil’s racing reference materials.
Vintage collectables connoisseur Phil Combs of Shelby with a (cardboard) friend. Photos by Alan Hodge
NEIGHBORHOOD CALENDAR
FRIDAY, MAY 23 • SATURDAY 24
What: Quilt Show
When: 10:00 am, May 23 & 24.
Where: Aldersgate United Methodist Church, 1207 W. Dixon Blvd., Shelby, NC
More Info: “Quilts Are Blooming In May”. There will be quilts, vendors, demonstrations, boutiques and several special events. Admission is $5.00…. Handicap accessible.
SATURDAY MAY 24
What: Civic Workshop
When: 11:00 am until 2:00 pm, May 24.
Where: Kings Mountain Women’s Club, 108 E. Mtn. St., Kings Mtn., NC
More Info: Know Your Rights Criminal Justice Workshop, with the Cleveland County Public Defender’s Office and Attorney Mickey Corry. Join us for an informative workshop and learn about the Cleveland County NAACP Branch #5379B. Workshop is free and open to public.
What: Belwood Day Festival Car & Truck Show
When: 9:00 am, May 24.
Where: Belwood Community Center, 1114 Belwood Lawndale Rd., Belwood, NC.
More Info: Registration 9:00 am until 10:00 am. $20 Registration Fee. Awards at Noon. Winners determined by participants. 704-538-8468 or 704-472-6075. Park in Ball Field. Sponsored by Friends of Belwood.
MONDAY MAY 26
What: Veterans Memorial Day
When: 10:00 am, May 26.
Where: Cleveland Memorial Park, 1225 College Ave, Hwy 150, Shelby NC.
More Info: The Cleveland County Veterans Advisory Council will again hold a Veterans Memorial Day Program for the public. Family and friends may share the name of their veteran loved one who passed in the last year at a special time during the Program. Limited seating is provided, however, you may want to bring a lawn chair. In the event of rain, the Program will be held in the Mausoleum.
SATURDAY MAY 31
What: CRKA / Yard Sale
When: 7:00 am until 1:00 pm, May 31.
Where: 1017 North Washington Street, Shelby, NC.
More Info: The Cleveland Rutherford Kidney Association is having a huge yard sale. We have clothes, household items, decorations, furniture and shoes. We will also have desserts for sale. Money will help kidney patients with their bills.
SATURDAY MAY 31
What: 48th Rose Show
When: 1:00 pm until 4:00 pm, May 31.
Where: Cleveland County Extension Office, 130 South Post Rd., Shelby, NC.
More Info: Cleveland Lincoln County Rose Society will have their 48th Rose Show. The Rose Show is free and open to the public. Everyone is invited to view the tables of beautiful roses, Rose Arrangements and Photo Contest. The show closes at 4:00pm and all Hybrid Tea and long stem rose entries will be sold 3/$1.00. Miniature/Miniaflora roses will be 4/$1.00. All roses must go so bring your buckets and purchase some beautiful cut roses to make arrangements and share with family and friends.
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Writer’s INK: The next meeting for local writing group, Writer’s INK will be held on June 6 from 1-3pm. This group meet on the first Friday of each month in the small conference room of the Eugenia Young Memorial Library in Shelby. Writer’s of all genre and levels are welcomed to join this peer support group.
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, 704-482-3467.
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.
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By Gary Miller
Tim introduced Jonathon and I to sight fishing last year, during a crappie fishing trip. Then, we only used that method for a few hours. This year’s trip was two days of this technique. And after those two days, we had nearly 100 fish in our cooler. While sight fishing has a few nuances, our method was to use the fishing-finding equipment on the boat to locate underwater structures and to identify the crappies on those structures. Once we identified them, we would cast our bait and watch for the fish to follow and eventually (hopefully) take the bait. After we fished that area out, we simply moved to the next fish-filled configuration and did it again. Sight fishing with high-tech equipment is another way fishing has evolved. It’s no longer sit and wait or troll and hope, but it’s fishing with the most amount of certainty that a fisherman can have. And while there is still no guarantee the fish will be hungry, or will want my particular offering, or even that I’ll be able to set the hook properly; this approach is as certain as it gets. Just go by sight…… And I’m thinking all along how this is just the opposite of faith.
Many people fail to understand how faith works. It has both components of evidence and no evidence. It contains the aspect of knowing and not knowing. The part that we don’t understand is thinking that faith requires no evidence. But it does. The evidence we have throughout all the Bible, is that God asks his people to live by faith. And there’s a lot of evidence for that. That means we are to live our lives trusting Him and what He says and not trusting what we see. And there are many reasons for this plan. One is that since we will always live our life trusting in something or someone, God wants us therefore to trust Him. Another is that while none of our senses can always be trusted, the faith walk doesn’t focus mainly on what we see, but on what we hear. It depends on the ears more than the eyes. That is, we are to act on what God has said, not on what we may see or feel. Faith is more about praying than planning. It’s Jesus telling the disciples to cast their net on the other said, and them doing it without evidence of any fish. It’s God telling us where to fish when we can’t see under the water, and where to walk when we can’t see past our next step. And like the disciples, our success will come as we act on what He says and not on what we see. So, in your decisions, are you spending more time looking or listening. Calculating or communicating. Planning or praying. Don’t be concerned about whether God can. Find out if He will. Because if it’s His will, it’s His bill. Gary Miller gary@outdoortruths.org
Gary Miller has written Outdoor Truths articles for 21 years. He has also written five books which include compilations of his articles and a father/son devotional. He also speaks at wild-game dinners and men’s events for
Local Fishing Report TammyMelton with
Cleveland County Bass Club fished our May tournament May 10th at Hickory Water temps are into the low 70s and the water had good color.
The top 5 are listed below:
1st— Jamie Canipe—5 fish—10.30 lbs, he also took big fish of the day with a 2.46 pounder
2nd — Jimmy Melton—5 fish— 5.82 lbs
3rd — Robby Rush—3 fish—4.98 lbs
4th — David Moss—2 fish —3.90 lbs 5th — Roger Beaver— 2 fish—2.60 lbs
The Rutherford County Carolina Bass Club fished Lake James Saturday 21 May 2025
The club had 17 Anglers to fish this tournament. The water was 77 degrees and clear. Fishing was good, everyone caught fish. According to the Anglers talking during weighin, most fish were caught using a shakey head or carolina rig. Here are the tournament results.
Here are the tournament results. Congrats to the winners.
1st place - The team of Stan Brackett and Jackie Long with a 5 fish limit weighing 10.51 pounds.
2nd place - The team of George Crosswhite and Jason Price with a 5 fish limit weighing 10.39 pounds.
Jason Price won the big fish of the day award with a 3.06 pound largemouth.
The Carolina Bass Club fishes Lake Rhodhiss June 2, 2025.
I would like to share your fishing pictures, or your loved ones fishing pictures. Please send information to me at carterchevtammy@yahoo.com
John Turner holds his daughter Austin. She is holding her doggie she adopted from C.A.R.E. at National Kids to Parks Day and National Rescue Dog Day at Shelby City Park on May 17th. Jeff Melton photo
COMBS
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more stuff in there. Beside the building is a 1950s US Mail panel van that was converted into a race car hauler.
The main collection is housed in a large metal building with ‘Combs Family Museum’ over the door. Crossing over the threshold into the place and seeing the treasures inside is breathtaking to say the least.
Where to begin? Well, over here we have a corner dedicated to Dale Earnhardt stuff. Over there we see a long rack of race driver suits, a far corner is packed with racing related reference books, helmets signed by top drivers are plentiful, racing car hoods hang from the ceiling, one section has Roy Rogers stuff, there’s a large poster of Jeff Gordon with a mullet haircut from his Wonder Boy days, here’s a stack of antique cameras, there are more racing related t-shirts than you can shake a stick at, model cars, license plates, photos of drivers, photos of race cars, racing programs including one from the very first Darlington 500 NASCAR race in 1950, etc. etc. etc. There’s even a racing go-cart that Combs campaigned as a kid. (He went on to race a variety of types and even competed at Daytona).
But these are not just inanimate objects, behind each and every item, there’s a story about what they represent and how they came into his possession. Combs knows and gleefully recites every one of them.
So, what’s his favorite piece?
“It’s hard to say,” Combs said, and after a brief pause-
“It’s all my favorite!” Combs loves for folks to see his collection- by appointment only. He has a big book with hundreds and hundreds of signatures in it from visitors far and wide and even more folks have ogled the items and not signed in.
“I’ve had visitors from 34 states and four foreign countries,” he says. “I’ve had calls from as far away as Australia asking about the museum.”
From time-to-time Combs holds an open house event and folks bring their custom-built, race, or restored vehicles and fill his lawn and grounds.
“We usually have about a thousand folks show up,” Combs said. “There’s at least 75 cars.”
After a couple of rain-outs in April and early May, this year’s event is set for September 28th. In addition to tours of the museum, there will be a food truck, a DJ, guest celebrity race drivers, ice cream, a vendor selling 18 different types of boiled eggs, and plenty of fellowship.
“We’ll have a church service from 11:30 to noon, then a memorial service from noon until 12:30,” Combs said. “The event will last until 5pm.”
Overall, the Combs Family Museum has enough car race related and other memorabilia to have your head spinning faster than the tires on a NASCAR racer. To set up a time for a tour call Combs at 704734-7690 or visit https://www.facebook.com/ CombsFamilyMuseum/.
A Cleveland County Fair racing poster. Photos by Alan Hodge
Combs with a rare piece-
1950 Darlington 500 NASCAR race.
Some of the Harry Gant items in Phil’s ‘living room’
OBITUARIES I N R EMEM
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JASON WELLS LEDFORD
Jason Wells Ledford of Cherryville, passed away on Wednesday, May 7, 2025.
He was born July 6, 1985, in Cleveland County “Dick” Clyde C. Ledford, and Jody L. Ledford.
Jason was preceded in death by his brother, Whitney “Whit” Lee Ledford; and his grandparents.
He is survived by his parents, “Dick” Clyde C. Ledford, and Jody Lowery Ledford (Doug Biggerstaff).
A Memorial Service was held May 13, 2025, at First United Methodist Church officiated by Rev. Zack Christy. Burial was private.
Memorials may be made to First United Methodist Church, 601 N. Pink St. Cherryville, NC 28021.
Condolences may be made to www.carpenterporter.com
Carpenter-Porter Funeral and Cremation Services is serving the family.
Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society at P.O. Box 6704, Hagerstown, MD 21741 or online at www.donate.cancer.org
Guest Register available at www.harrisfunerals.com.
Harris Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kings Mountain, NC is serving the family.
FRANK SHUMAKER BAILEY
Frank Shumaker Bailey, 80, passed away on Sunday, April 20, 2025. He was born on January 22, 1945, in Washington DC.
Frank was predeceased by his parents, Oren and Linnie Bailey, his sisters, Edna Shumaker and Pauline Shumaker, and his daughter, Trina Clark.
He is survived by his wife, Sandra Bailey, son, Frankie Bailey, and daughter, Teresa Matchin.
70, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on May 9, 2025.
Born June 17, 1954 in Cleveland County, NC, he was the son of Mary Childers Goforth and the late Floyd Gene Goforth and was also preceded in death by his son, Scottie Eugene Goforth. He is survived by his wife, Connie Proctor Goforth, of the home; sons: Donny Goforth (Ashley) of Lake Wylie, NC, and Trey Williams of Kings Mountain; daughter, Candice Austin (Brad) of Mooresville, NC; mother, Mary Childers Goforth of Kings Mountain; siblings: Danny Goforth and Debbie Dover (Robbie), all of Kings Mountain, and Glenda Roby (David) of Bardstown, KY; and six grandchildren.
Funeral service was held Saturday, May 17, 2025, in the Ollie Harris Memorial Chapel with the Reverends Melvin Proctor and Dennis Wells officiating. Interment was at Mountain Rest Cemetery, Kings Mountain, NC.
held May 13, 2025, at Zoar Baptist Church with the Rev. Austin Cline officiating. Burial followed in the church cemetery.
A guest register is available at www.stameytysingerfuneralhome.com.
Stamey-Tysinger Funeral Home & Cremation Center, Inc., Fallston, NC is serving the family.
by her parents, Paul Franklin Jr. and Margaret Franklin, her son Richard Barker, and two brothers, Ricky Franklin and Jimmy Franklin.
Memorial services were held April 24, 2025, at Stamey-Tysinger Funeral Home Chapel, with services to be officiated by the Rev. Jackie Price. Interment followed at Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church Cemetery.
A guest register is available at www.stameytysingerfuneralhome.com.
Stamey-Tysinger Funeral Home & Cremation Center, Inc., Fallston, NC is serving the family.
of Lincolnton, passed away on Thursday, May 8, 2025.
December 10, 1965, in Lincoln County to the late Jerry Wayne Bumgarner and the late Martha Jane Goins Bumgarner.
She is survived by her son, Joshua Wayne Black; brother, Chad Wayne Bumgarner; and a granddaughter.
A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
Condolences may be made to www.carpenterporter.com
Carpenter-Porter Funeral and Cremation Services is serving the family.
DOROTHY ANN COBB
Dorothy Ann Cobb, passed away on Monday, May 12, 2025.
She was born on November 21, 1941, in Cleveland County, North Carolina and was the daughter of Dorse Bell and Ellie Lemmons Bell.
DONNIS SMITH ALLEN
Donnis Smith Allen, 85, of Mooresboro, NC, passed away on Sunday, May 11, 2025. She is survived by her children, Teresa McCurry of Mooresboro, NC, Scott McCurry and wife Brenda of Mooresboro, NC, Donna McCurry Metcalf of Mooresboro, NC, and Vickie Allen Richards of Shelby, NC, five grandchildren; five great grandchildren; two brothers, Billy Smith of Gaffney, SC, and Freddie Smith of Bostic, NC, and a sister, Revonda Humphries of Shelby, NC.
Born May 11, 1940, in Rutherford County, NC, Donnis was the daughter of the late James Yates Smith and Bertha Inez Wright Smith and was preceded in death by her husband, Roy Thomas Allen, a son, Jeffery Dale McCurry, and her siblings, Henry, Jimmy, Johnny, Bobby, Don, Frances, and Debra.
A graveside service was held May 16, 2025, at Sandy Run Baptist Church in Mooresboro, conducted by Rev. Robbie Hensley.
Memorials may be made to Goodes Grove Baptist Church, 806 Goodes Grove Church Road, Mooresboro, NC, 28114 or to Hospice of Cleveland County 951 Wendover Heights Drive, Shelby, NC 28150.
To sign the guest book, please go to www.clevelandfuneralservices.com.
Cleveland Funeral Services & Crematory, Inc. is serving the family.
Judy is survived by her husband, Adam Barker; her children: sons Mike Atkins and his wife Stacie, Joshua Barker and his wife Tiffany and daughters Misty Emery, Chasity Albert and her husband Gordon; two sisters, Kim Page and Pam Franklin; her brother Dennis Franklin; thirteen grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.
Memorial Service was held May 15, 2025, at ClayBarnette Funeral Home.
Aquamation Services are entrusted to Clay-Barnette Funeral Home & Aquamation Center. www.claybarnette.
He was born on August 26, 1961, in Lincoln County, to the late Jimmie Earl and Patricia Smith Jones.
Survivors include his wife, Annette Dellinger Jones, of the home; two sons, Jesse Jones and wife, Jennifer, of Taylorsville, and Travis Jones and wife, Dana, of Cherryville; a sister, Lavon Richard and husband, Dayton, of Lincolnton; and six grandchildren. In accordance with Charlie’s wishes, the family will have a private gathering at their home.
NC, on December 1, 1951, he was the son of the late Edward Lee Gill and Louise Lockhart Gill. He was also preceded in death by his siblings, Joe Louis McGill, Sr., Shelia E. Gill Farmer, and Avery V. Gill Patterson. He is survived by his wife, Sarah Hopper Gill; son, Bryant Wright; stepson, Anthony Hopper; sister, Linda D. Grier; six grandchildren; sisters-inlove, Margaret Alexander McGill, Willie Langston; and a brotherin-love, Walter Lee Hopper.
Funeral services were held May 12, 2025, at Ellis Chapel.
MARGARET ROBERTS
Margaret Roberts, 87, passed away on Thursday, May 1, 2025.
Margaret was born on November 2, 1937 to the late Clarence and Kathleen (Edwards) Roberts.
She was preceded in death by her brothers, Jerry Bell and Steve Bell.
Dorothy is survived by her husband, Rufus “Buck” Cobb; son, Brian Cobb and his wife Vicki; a grandson; and three great-grandchildren.
A funeral service was held May 15, 2025, at Cornerstone Baptist Church in Shelby. Burial followed at Cleveland Memorial Park.
JUDY MARLENE BARKER
Judy Marlene Barker, 69, of Shelby, passed away on Sunday, May 11, 2025.
She was born on June 9, 1955.
She is preceded in death
Memorials may be made to the MS Society – nationalmssociety.org
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“Are not five sparrows sold for two farthings, and not one of them is forgotten before God? But even the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Fear not therefore: ye are of more value than many sparrows" (Luke 12:6-7)
Margaret was preceded in death by her parents; her brothers, LC Roberts (wife, Hester), James Albert Roberts, and Kenneth Leon Roberts; and her sisters, Lucille Howell, and Helen L. Washington (husband, Rochelle).
She is survived by her brother, Thomas (Minnie) Roberts of Shelby, NC; two sisters, Rosa Stanfield (Willie) of Sarasota, FL and Jackie Surrett (Michael) of Shelby, NC; and her sisterin-law, Bobbie Roberts (James) of Virginia Beach, VA; and her brother-in-law, Willie Stanfield. Funeral services were held on Friday, May 9, 2025 at Wardell Chapel AME Zion Church.
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WANDA JEAN NALLEY WRIGHT
Wanda Jean Nalley Wright, 58, of Casar, passed away on Friday, May 9, 2025. Wanda was born on May 20, 1966 in Cleveland County to the late Douglas Eugene Nalley and Letty Ruth Moore Nalley.
She is survived by her husband, Randy McKinley Wright; son, Bryan Wright and Katlyn Paige of Casar; daughter, Karen Wright of Casar; a granddaughter; two brothers, Douglas Nalley of Grover and Richard Nalley of Casar; and a sister, Lynn Haynes of Shelby.
A funeral service was
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For the word of God is quick, and powerful, and sharper than any twoedged sword, piercing even to the dividing asunder of soul and spirit, and of the joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart.
Hebrews 4:12
OBITUARIES I
Shelby, NC, passed away on Sunday, April 13, 2025.
Born on November 25, 1950, to the late Minnie Logan Norris and Dennis Lee Norris, Ella was a lifelong resident of North Carolina.
She is survived by her three children: Felinda Carson, Wanda Carson, and Derrick Carson, all of Shelby, NC; three grandchildren; siblings: Susie Ross of Shelby, NC; Naomi Cantrell of Morganton, NC; Phyllis Robbs of Shelby, NC; Mary Norris of Philadelphia, PA; and her brother, Dennis Lee Norris.
Funeral services were held on May 10, 2025, at S.T. Enloe Memorial Chapel.
WILSON
Mrs. Barbara Sanders Wilson, 85, of Shelby, NC, passed away on Thursday, April 24, 2025.
She was born in Cleveland County, NC, to the late Quincy Sanders and Georgia Ann Ellis Sanders on September 1, 1939.
She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Malka Davis; children, Charles Prysock and Tyrone Anthony Saunders; and siblings, Leilia Sanders, Mary Lena Poole, and Billy Sanders.
Mrs. Wilson is survived by her children, Ronald Prysock Newark, NJ, Karen Eubanks of Mooresville, NC, and Kimberley Saunders of Allentown, PA; and many grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Funeral services were held May 10, 2025, at Shiloh Baptist Church.
BEULAH FAYE BYERS
MITCHELL
Ms. Beulah Faye Byers Mitchell, 79, passed away on Saturday, May 3, 2025.
She was born in Cleveland County, NC, on May 20, 1945, to the late James and Inez Roberts Byers.
Ms. Mitchell was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Bobby Dean Mitchell; and siblings, Eula Mae Mitchell, Alma Sarratt, Annie Hardin, John Byers, J.C. Byers, Bruce Byers, Joe Byers, Billy Gene Byers, and Charles Byers.
She is survived by her children, George Mitchell (Ann) of Mooresboro, NC and Billie Mitchell of Boiling Springs, NC; two grandchildren; five great grandchildren; one great great grandchild; sisters-in-law, Elizabeth Mitchell and Edna Mae Mitchell; and brother-in-law, James Sarratt.
Funeral services were held May 8, 2025, at Green Bethel Baptist Church, with burial in the church cemetery.
HARRY DOUGLAS SATTERFIELD
Harry Douglas “Doug” Satterfield, passed away on Monday, May 12, 2025.
Doug was born on March 13, 1963 in Danville, VA to the late Harry Douglas Satterfield and Patti Echols Satterfield.
Doug is survived by his wife, Sandra Shuford Satterfield; two sons, Adam Satterfield and wife, Melissa of Greer, SC and Luke Satterfield of Shelby; sister, Tori Hughes and husband, Jamye of Creedmoor; sister-in-law, Lisa Batca and husband Ron of Raleigh; and brother-inlaw, Richard Shuford and Paula of Marietta, Georgia;.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held at a later date.
Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association (alz.org) 4600 Park Road, Suite 250, Charlotte, NC 28209 or to Palm Tree Church, PO Box 157, Lawndale, NC 28090.
A guest register is available at www.StameyTysingerFuneralhome.com.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Stamey-Tysinger Funeral Home & Cremation Center, Inc., Fallston, NC
Carla Ann Smith Gentry passed away on Friday, May 9, 2025. She was born June 4, 1963, to the late Paul Thomas Smith and Farrell Rae Anthony Smith on the Tachikawa Air Base In Tachikawa, Tokyo, Japan. Carla is survived by her husband, Carl Gentry; chilContinued From Page 14
dren: Krystal, husband Steven and Ashlee, husband Caleb; five grandchildren; brothers: Paul Smith and wife Mary Lou Smith and David Smith and wife Stephanie Smith; and her sister, Rita.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Wanda Smith
Private Family Services will be held at a later date.
Robert Morgan Funeral and Cremation Service, LLC is honored to serve the Smith Family. Memorial tributes may be made at www. rsmorganfsl.com.
Dylan Jay Richardson, 31, of Shelby, NC, passed away on Friday, May 9, 2025.
He was born and raised in Shelby.
husband, Donnie; his stepdaughter, Stacey Putman, and her husband, Brian; six grandchildren; and his girlfriend, Linda Adams.
Charlie was preceded in death by his father, Charlie Phillips Sr., and a granddaughter.
A Funeral service was held May 16, 2025, Clay-Barnette Funeral Home in Kings Mountain, NC. Interment followed at Mountain Rest Cemetery in Kings Mountain, NC.
Center (Judy) and James R. Center (Brenda); thirteen grandchildren and three great grandchildren.
Funeral service was held May 17, 2025, in the Ollie Harris Memorial Chapel with Dr Tim Sims and Chuck Rinehart officiating. Interment was at Mountain Rest Cemetery, Kings Mountain, NC.
Guest Register available at www.harrisfunerals.com. Harris Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kings Mountain, NC is serving the family.
Dylan is survived by his mother, Teresa, and stepfather, Wayne Moss; his father, Jay Richardson, and stepmother, Deedee; his brother, Brandon Tesseneer, and wife Sarah; his sister, Tyra Briles, and husband Justin; and his paternal grandmother.
A memorial service was held May 16, 2025, at Cecil M. Burton Funeral Home & Crematory in Shelby, NC.
Clay-Barnette Funeral Home & Aquamation Center is serving the family. www. claybarnette.com
KENNETH C. FREDLEY
Kenneth C. Fredley, 68, passed away on Saturday, April 5, 2025.
He was born in Allegheny County, PA to the late Kenneth C. Fredley, Sr. and Mary Snyder Fredley. Kenneth is survived by his spouse, Colleen Conners; two sons, Zachary Fredley (Nia) and Isaac Fredley; two step-sons, Joe Cannon and Luke Cannon; and two sisters, Barb Windleburg and Vicki Hauptman (Carl).
Private Family 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.
NORISA RAE KEEVER
Norisa Rae “Ris” Keever, 45, of Shelby, NC, passed away on May 7, 2025.
She was born on May 24, 1979, in Orlando, FL.
Norisa is survived by her mother, Lisa and father, Rod; her husband Keith; five children: Aubre, Marcus, Trevor, Kirsten, and Emma; and four grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her brother, Rod Andrew and her grandparents.
A Celebration Of Life will be held for Norisa at a later date.
Online condolences may be made at www.cecilmburtonfuneralhome.com.
Online condolences may be made at www.cecilmburtonfuneralhome.com
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JOHN LOGAN CROW
John Logan Crow passed away on Thursday, May 8, 2025.
He was preceded in death by his first wife, Betsy Jean Crow, and his step-son, Chris Bivins.
He is survived by his wife, Gina Hovis Crow; sons, Zane Crow (Carrie) and Seth Crow; step-daughters, Tamara Vead (Connor) and Brittany Bivins; sisters, Betty Crow Kennedy and Toni Crow; brother, David Crow; and two granddaughters.
A celebration of life service will be announced once finalized.
Online condolences may be shared at www.cecilmburtonfuneralhome.com.
Cecil M. Burton Funeral Home & Crematory is serving the family.
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Howbeit when he, the Spirit of truth, is come, he will guide you into all truth: for he shall not speak of himself; but whatsoever he shall hear, that shall he speak: and he will shew you things to come.
John 16:13
2025.
Born September 15, 1960, in Greenville County, SC, Dale was the son of the late Adolphus Grady McClain and Melda Jean Caldwell McClain and was preceded in death by his mother-inlaw, Phyllis Setzer.
Dale is survived by his wife, Lisa Setzer McClain; two brothers, Dennis McClain and wife Kay of Mooresboro, NC and Darral McClain of Ellenboro, NC; and his father-in-law, Junior Setzer of Shelby, NC.
A funeral service was held May 17, 2025, at Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church conducted by Rev. Derek Greene, Rev. Kris Patton, and Rev. Kyle Patton. Burial followed in the church cemetery.
Memorials may be made to the Shriners Hospitals for Children, P.O. Box 1525, Ranson, WV 25438.
To sign the guest book, please go to www.clevelandfuneralservices.com.
Cleveland Funeral Services & Crematory, Inc. is serving the family.
Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on May 15, 2025.
CHARLIE WAYNE PHILLIPS
Charlie Wayne Phillips, 59, of Kings Mountain, passed away on Wednesday, May 14, 2025.
He was born on October 14, 1965, in Orange County, FL.
He is survived by his son, Austin Phillips, and his wife, Brook; his daughter, Christina Robinson, and her
She was born November 8, 1950 in Spartanburg County, SC, the daughter of the late Reverend Ansel Center Jr. and Pauline Wooten Center and was preceded in death by her husband, Keith Gosnell.
Faye is survived by her children: Johnny Humphries (Vicky), Chrystal Tate (Roger), and Angel Finley (Jason); brothers: Daniel
BETTY LEW McSWAIN BLANTON
Betty Lew McSwain Blanton, 93, passed away on Wednesday, May 14, 2025. Born in Cleveland County on February 14, 1932, she was the daughter of the late Audley Cluff McSwain and Eunice Hulda Goode McSwain.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Ben C. Blanton; daughter, Beth B. Crawford; and siblings: Yates McSwain, Lindsay McSwain, Ann Surratt, Vernie Tesseneer, Howard McSwain, Madge Harris, Donald McSwain, and Carolyn Powell.
She is survived by her children: Sheldia Payne (Gary), Jenny Ward (Thomas Earl), Carol Lattimore, and Connie Blanton; son-in-law, Tommy Crawford; her brother, Bob McSwain; nine grandchildren; and nineteen greatgrandchildren and one on the way.
A graveside service was held Monday, May 19, 2025, at Cleveland Memorial Park, with Gary Payne offering words of comfort. Memorials may be made in Betty’s memory to Carolina Foothills Hospice of Forest City: 372 Hudlow Rd, Forest City, NC 28043. HPCfoundation.org
To sign the guest book, please go to www.clevelandfuneralservices.com. Cleveland Funeral Services & Crematory, Inc. is serving the family.
For which cause we faint not; but though our outward man perish, yet the inward man is renewed day by day. For our light affliction, which is but for a moment, worketh for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory; While we look not at the things which are seen, but at the things which are not seen: for the things which are seen are temporal; but the things which are not seen are eternal.
2 Corinthians 4:16-18
VELTRA FAYE GOSNELL
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Judy Hoffman Barrett, 78, of Waco, passed away on Thursday, May 15, 2025.
Judy was born on March 4, 1947, in Cleveland County, and was a daughter of the late Loy Setzer Hoffman and Elizabeth Short Hoffman.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Glenn Irvin Barrett; stepdaughter, Pam Barrett; and a brother, Larry Hoffman.
Judy is survived by a son, Wesley Barrett of Waco; a daughter, Beth Leonhardt and husband Alex of Shelby; stepson, Glenn Barrett, Jr of Charleston; brother, Jerry “Pud” Hoffman and wife Joyce of Myrtle Beach; seven grandchildren and a great grandchild.
A memorial service was held on May 21, 2025, at Stamey-Tysinger Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Neal Efrid officiating. A private burial was held at Capernaum Cemetery.
A guest register is available at www.StameyTysingerFuneralhome.com.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Stamey-Tysinger Funeral Home & Cremation Center, Inc., Fallston, NC
Charlotte, NC passed away on Wednesday, May 14, 2025
She was born on May 23, 1936 in Cleveland county to Julius and Nettie Bivens Earl. Betty is preceded in death by her parents, older brother J.C. Earl, eldest sister Judith Beatrice Earl Cook and younger brother William Dwight Earl. She is survived by son, Garland Cook Jr and Deborah; a grandson; and siblings: Ethel Cook, Lucille Garret, Harold Earl, Tryon Earl, Jerry Wayne Earl, and Larry Warren Earl.
A funeral service was held May 24, 2025, at Olive Grove Baptist Church with the Rev. Terrill Crump officiating. Burial followed in the church cemetery.
Memorials may be made to Olive Grove Baptist Church, 6418 Casar Road, Casar, NC 28020.
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Stamey-Tysinger Funeral Home & Cremation Center, Inc., Fallston, NC, is serving the family.
RACHEL
JOAN WHISNANT
Rachel Joan Whisnant, 80, of Henrietta, passed away on Thursday, May 15, 2025.
Rachel was born on Sunday, November 5, 1944, in Rutherford County to the late Frank Lail and Rosa Mae Rodgers Lail.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, William Donald Whisnant; and siblings, William Lail, Lucille Moore, Reba Poteat, Martha Jean Kelly, Jerry Lail and Frankie Lail.
She is survived by two daughters, Donna Yelton (Bruce) of Rutherfordton and Sandra Ledford (Scott) of Henrietta; and four grandchildren; seven great grandchildren.
In honor of her wishes, no formal services will be conducted.
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RITA SMITH AGNELL
Rita Smith Agnell, age 73, of Rutherfordton, passed away on Thursday, May 15, 2025.
Rita was born Sunday, April 20, 1952 in Rutherford County to the late Ted Smith and Inez Petty Smith.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a son, Vance William Tate; her twin sister, Leda Faye Smith; and other siblings, John Henry Smith, Shirley Moore and Jean Smith.
Those left to cherish her memory include a daughter, April Tate McClain (Shane); two grandchildren; two stepgrandchildren; five greatgrandchildren; eight step great-grandchildren; and siblings, Marie Ingle, Jo Hatfield (Art), Barbara Thompson, Libby Parton (David), Vickie Crosswhite (George), Willie Smith, and Ken Smith (Ann).
The funeral service was held May 19, 2025, at the Harrelson Funeral Chapel with Preacher Randy Shields officiating. Interment followed at Rutherford County Memorial Cemetery.
In the last day, that great day of the feast, Jesus stood and cried, saying, If any man thirst, let him come unto me, and drink. He that believeth on me, as the scripture hath said, out of his belly shall flow rivers of living water.
John 7:37-38
JULIUS GAFF HOWIE
Julius “Porky” Gaff Howie, 87, of Shelby passed away on Tuesday, May 13, 2025. Julius was born on June 21, 1937 in Cleveland County, to the late Harry Howie and Sally Lou Lattimore Carpenter
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two sisters, Shirley Howie and Catherine Whisnant. Survivors include his wife, Betty Hammond Howie; daughter, Robin Howie Dalton (Ken) of Shelby; stepson, Everette Dale Wright, Jr.(Norma) of Fallston; stepdaughter, Anita Bell (Cliff) of Five Points; four grandchildren; and eleven greatgrandchildren.
A funeral service will be held on May 16, 2025, at Big Springs Baptist Church with Rev. Paul Scott and Dr. Jim Richardson officiating. Burial followed in Lattimore Family Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to Polkville Methodist Church,
For the sorrow that is according to the will of God produces a repentance without regret, leading to salvation; but the sorrow of the world produces death.
2 Corinthians 7:10
And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away.
Revelation 21:4
For we ourselves also were sometimes foolish, disobedient, deceived, serving divers lusts and pleasures, living in malice and envy, hateful, and hating one another. But after that the kindness and love of God our Saviour toward man appeared, Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and renewing of the Holy Ghost; Which he shed on us abundantly through Jesus Christ our Saviour; Titus 3:3-6
L OCAL C HURCHES E
Saturday, May 24
What: Walking With Moms In Need
When: Noon until 1:00 pm, May 24.
Where: Christ the King Mission, 714 Stone St., Kings Mtn., NC.
More Info: Walking With Moms In Need is a new ministry at Christ the King Mission that offers pregnant and parenting women with friendship, support, help with material needs and connections to pregnancy related resources. We are hosting a monthly community store to provide baby items and pregnancy related items free of charge, no questions asked! We welcome all in our community who need assistance to visit us. We are currently seeking donations for the store, such as: baby clothes, diapers, unopened and unexpired formula, car seats, strollers, cribs, etc. Please contact our ministry representative to donate. God bless!
Sunday, May 25
What: Memorial Day Service
When: 11:00 am, May 25.
Where: High Shoal Baptist Church, 284 High Shoals Church Road Mooresboro, NC
More Info: High Shoal Baptist Church Memorial Day Service. Dinner to Follow service.
Mon.-Thurs, May 26-29
What: Vacation Bible School
When: 6:00 am - 8:00 pm, May 26-29. Where: Long Branch Road Baptist Church, 621 Long Branch Road, Forest City, NC (Shiloh Community)
More Info: For more information call 828-287-1408 or 828-429-4331
Saturday, May 31
What: Yard Sale/Hotdog Sale/Bake Sale
When: Yard Sale 7:00 am - 12:00 pm, May 31. Where: Springmore Baptist Church, 651 McBrayer Homestead Rd., Boiling Springs, NC
More Info: Household items, baby items, games, puzzles, books, tools & more. Hot Dogs & Baked items at 9:00 am. Proceeds go toward the Building Fund.
What: Yard Sale/Biscuits/Bake Sale
When: 7:00 am - 12:00 pm, May 31.
Where: Lawndale Baptist Church, 407 W Main St., Lawndale
More Info: Lawndale Baptist Church Embrace (women) and Kids Kingdom are having a Yard Sale/ Biscuits/ Bake Sale.
Mon-Thurs, June 2-July 31
What: Summer Camp
When: June 2 - July 31.
Where: Perks Academy Summer Camp 341 Hudson Street, Shelby, NC
More Info: Perks Academy Summer Camp Starts on June 2 - July 31, Mon.-Thurs. from 9am-1pm.
Wednesday, June 4
What: Block Party/VBS Kick Off
When: 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm, June 4.
Where: First Baptist Church, 120 N Lafayette St., Shelby
More Info: Join us for a block party to kick off VBS 2025! Food, games, prizes, and more! June 4th, 2025 5pm-7pm In the Gym.
Sun., June 8 - Thurs. June 12
What: Vacation Bible School “Magnified” When: 5:00 pm - 7:35 pm, June 8-12.
Where: First Baptist Church, 120 N Lafayette St., Shelby More Info: This year’s theme, Magnified, encourages kids to discover the greatness of God through engaging Bible stories, music, crafts, games, and more. It’s a week of fun, faith, and friendship that children of all ages won’t want to miss!
Announcements
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.
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 704692-7688.
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.
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Mental Health
DANYALE PATTERSON
“Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind.” The world throws stress, comparison, or negativity our way—ugh, right? But God’s like, “Let’s hit refresh.” Try soaking in a favorite Bible verse, listing three things you’re grateful for, or even talking to a counselor if you need to. That’s not weakness; it’s honoring how God made you. Mental Health America pushes for no shame in getting help, and God agrees—your mind is part of His masterpiece.
You’re Not Alone
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time kicked off back in 1949 by Mental Health America and its founder Clifford W. Beers to remind us that our emotional and mental wellbeing matters. Presidents have backed this up with yearly proclamations, but you know what? God’s been speaking to this all along in Scripture, inviting us to find peace, strength, and a clear head through Him. God gets that sometimes our thoughts get tangled up. In John 14:27 (AMP), Jesus proclaims, “Peace I leave with you; My [perfect] peace I give to you; not as the world gives do I give to you. Do not let your heart be troubled, nor let it be afraid. [Let My perfect peace calm you in every circumstance and give you courage and strength for every challenge.]”
Get Refreshed God also wants us to keep our minds fresh and focused. Romans 12:2 (NIV) says,
Then there’s community— God’s big on it! Galatians 6:2 (NIV) tells us, “Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.” When a friend’s struggling, just listening or sending a quick text can be huge. Mental Health Awareness Month, inspired by Beers’ heart for others, nudges us to create spaces where no one feels alone. You’re not meant to carry it all solo—share, support, and let others lift you up too; that’s God’s love in action
and when you’re just wiped out, Jesus is there for you. Matthew 11:28 (NIV) says, “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” Mental health stuff can be exhausting, but Jesus says, “Come to me and receive restoration.”
PRAY THIS PRAYER:
“Lord, I praise you as the Prince of Peace. Please guard my heart and give me peace that passes all understanding. Search me, O God, and know my heart! Try me and know my thoughts! And see if there be any grievous way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting. Help me find Your peace, think Your way, lift up my friends, and rest in You. Guide me to care for my mental health with joy. Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable in your sight, O Lord, my rock and my redeemer. In Jesus’ name - Amen.”
Kaleina Lail polished the bumper of her 1963 Ford Falcon at Cars on College and Music on Main event in Boiling Springs NC on Saturday, May 17th. Jeff Melton photo
Darren Deese performed at Cars on College and Music on Main event held on Saturday, May 17th in Boiling Springs, NC.
Jeff Melton photo
Westmoreland Printers, Inc. Installs New Press
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Westmoreland Printers, Inc., has installed a new press, a Xerox Iridesse. The Iridesse is one of the fastest and most capable digital production presses available today, with output speeds of 7,200 impressions per hour. In preparation for the new machine, an entire room in the plant was emptied and fully rewired.
“We are constantly chasing technology and efficiency. This is among the fastest and most efficient digital presses available,” stated production manager Greg Carrigan. He continued, “This is another example of how we ‘Put Print to Work' for our clients throughout the region and beyond.”
Office manager Beverly Stone commented, “This press will increase our production output by 50%, while increasing quality on every sheet. Today's market is about efficiency and productivity. We remain on the cutting edge.”
edge.” Chris Osborne, Production Program Manager for Xerox stated, “The Iridesse Press provides brilliant colors, media flexibility and the newest technology to help Westmoreland continue its strong presence in the local print market, as they have since opening in 1999. We are proud of our association with Westmoreland Printers and their commitment to efficiency and quality.”
ers and their commitment to efficiency and quality.”
Though his father was a local veterinarian, Wes Westmoreland followed the family legacy of printing, the fifth generation of the family to do so since JF Westmoreland opened a printing company in Thomasville, NC, in 1887. Westmoreland Printers was founded in 1999 and is headquartered on East Dixon Boulevard in Shelby.
Chris Osborne, Production Program Manager for Xerox stated, “The Iridesse Press provides brilliant colors, media flexibility and the newest technology to help Westmoreland continue its strong presence in the local print market, as they have since opening in 1999. We are proud of our association with Westmoreland Print-
“To be successful in this industry requires a constant focus on technology, efficiency, and quality, as well as industry knowledge. That is our focus. The Iridesse moves our technology forward, increasing both efficiency and quality control. This machine carries us forward as we continue to lead the way in the digital print market,” stated Westmoreland.
Though his father was a local veterinarian, Wes Westmoreland followed the family legacy of printing, the fifth generation of the family to do so since JF Westmoreland opened a printing company in Thomasville, NC, in 1887. Westmoreland Printers was founded in 1999 and is headquartered on East Dixon Boulevard in Shelby.
“To be successful in this industry requires a constant focus on technology, efficiency, and quality, as well as industry knowledge. That is our focus. The Iridesse moves our technology forward, increasing both
efficiency and quality control. This machine carries us forward as we continue to lead the way in the digital print market,” stated Westmoreland.
Westmoreland Printers is one of the most awarded printing companies in the region, having been recognized with well over 100 awards from the Printing Industries of the Carolinas and the International Association of Printing House Craftsmen for quality design and production of both traditional offset and digital print. Awarded work includes various products, from business cards to books.
Submitted by Wes Westmoreland
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KENS LAWN CARE. Complete Lawn Care. Mowing, Shurbbery Care, Weed Control, and Mulch. Call Ken. 704-419-9083.
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.
CRAFTY CLEANING House cleaning, garage clean out, haul off unwanted items, light yard work. Free estimates. Christina 828-556-0580.
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.
JR
BUSINESS SERVICES
FOUR SEASONS WELL AND PUMP. Well pump installation and repair since 1985. Licensed well contractor. Insured. (828) 692-4909 fourseasonswellandpump@gmail.com
ERIC MOBILE MECHANIC. I will come to you. Full Lawnmower Service, Cars & Tractors. Honest & Reliable. (704) 300-2332
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
HANDYMAN SERVICES. No job too small. Have references. Construction, landscaping, etc. Jack of all trades! 40 plus years of experience. 828-375-5773.
WILL CLEAN HOUSES. Also will wash double hung windows at reasonable rates. Call or text me at (704) 4199016
YARD SALES
CATAWBA COUNTY
HOUSE AND YARD SALE. Everything must go. 3/1.5/6 brick ranch. $274,500. YARD SALE: clothes, shop tools, school supplies, housewares, collections, carpenter and mechanical tools and crafts! Fri., May 30th, from 8:00 AM 2:00 pm & Saturday, May 31, 2025 from 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM Possible owner financing. 7527 Old Shelby Road, Vale, NC 28168 (828) 2284016
CLEVELAND COUNTY
BIG YARD SALE. Sat, May 24th, 7 am-Until. Name brand clothes & Shoes. 135 Mullinax Dr, Grover, NC 28073
10 FAMILY YARD SALE. Sat,May 31st, 8 am-12 pm. 110 Churchhill Dr. & 115 Westover Church Dr, Kings Mountain, NC 28086
YARD SALES
CLEVELAND COUNTY BOILING SPRINGS MULTI-FAMILY INDOOR YARD Sale. May 24, 2025, 7am-noon. Rain/shine. Children’s clothes and toys. Household items. Seasonal decorations, outdoor items. 619 Whitaker Road behind Springmore Elementary, Shelby, NC 28152
HUGE 3 FAMILY YARD SALE. Sat, May 24th, 8 am-2 pm. House goods, Clothes, Shoes and Tools. 107 Autumn Lane, Shelby, NC 28152
ESTATE SALE Fri., May 30th and Sat., May 31st, 2025 from 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM. Antique Furniture, Outdoor Items and Household Items. 6340 Sugar Loaf Rd., Connelly Springs, NC 28612
ESTATE SALE. Fri, May 23rd & Sat,May 24th, 9 am-4 pm (Both days). A man’s house that enjoyed hunting, shooting & camping. Tools, clothes, furniture and household items. 305 Rockdale Rd, Lawndale, NC 28090
BIG YARD SALE. Sat May 24th, 2025 from 08:00 AM - 01:00 PM. Albums, furniture, Cookware, misc items. 4833 Casar Road, Hwy 10, (Polkville) Lawndale, NC 28090
YARD SALE SATURDAY. Sat May 24th, 2025, 8:00AM1:00PM. Furniture & Household Items. 1219 Spring Drive, Shelby, NC 28150
PLANTS & YARD SALE. Sat., May 24th, 8 am-Until. Lots to choose from. Something for everyone. 7012 Richmond Dr, Kings Mountain, NC 28086
COMMUNITY YARD SALE. Sat May 31st, 7:30am until. Lots of things. Something for everyone. 119 Stone Crest Road, Shelby, NC 28152
3 FAMILY YARD SALE. Sat., May 24th, 2025 from 8:00 AM12:00 PM. Furniture, household items, all size girls and ladies clothes. Too much to list! 4848 Barrett Road, Kings Mountain, NC 28086
CLEANED OUT ANOTHER HOUSE! Fri, May 23rd & Sat,May 24th. 8am-1pm. (Both days). Large yard sale. Lots of Household items, Goodies and Treasures. 825 Elmwood Dr, Shelby, NC 28152
RUTHERFORD COUNTY
BIG YARD SALE INSIDE BUILDING. Friday, May 23, 2:30PM-6:30PM & Saturday, May 24, 8AM-2PM. Pressure washer, tools, cast iron, records, glassware, clothes, too much to list. 2821 College Farm Road, Mooresboro, NC 28114 SATURDAY, MAY 24; 7AM3PM. Fishing rods/reels, bike rack, Weider weight gym, art brushes and supplies. 376 Edwards St., Rutherfordton, NC 28139
FOR SALE
DISCOUNT APPLIANCES. Refrigerators, washers, dryers and stoves. 1205 Earl Road, Shelby, NC. (704) 477-4766
WHEELS AND TIRES Nitto Terra Grappler g2. 4-Tires 265/65/17” American Racing For Tacoma 4-Wheels 17x8.5”. Lug pattern 6x139.7 or 6x5.5. Photos available. Price Negotiable! (704) 418-5779
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
HORSE QUALITY HAY FOR SALE. Call (704) 487-6855
STEEL BUILDINGS, CARPORTS, GARAGES, WORKSHOPS. Car, Truck, Boat, Storage. Grading & Concrete “Turn Key Job”! Large On-site Displays. J Johnson Sales. 2690 Hwy. 221, Forest City, NC. (828) 245-5895
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
BROWN SWIVEL RECLINER WITH footstool. $125. 1972 Vintage camper, great for hunter, good shape, full bath, has small tub & shower, gas stove, fridge, microwave, A/C, $2800. 828-736-4721
DOLLS FOR SALE. Variety of Barbie, Elvis, Marilyn Monroe and many more. If interested call. Collectors welcome. (828) 817-9037
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
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
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
WOOD COOK STOVE W/ WARMER. 3 tool boxes, 3 kerosene heaters, 2 folding tables, large cast iron bell w/hanger. 864-612-9204.
GO-CART FOR SALE. $200. 704-477-1545.
LIKE NEW TIRES/WHEELS. $1200. 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
TWO BURIAL SPOTS at Eternal Hills Memorial Park in Forest City. Lot 216, spot 3 & 4. $2,000 for both. 828-429-9862.
LAWN & GARDEN EQUIPMENT. Zero Turn Mower Ferris 15700Z 61” deck, 26HP Briggs Vanguard, Pressure Washer Troybilt, 2800 PSL, 2.3 GPM w/Briggs engine, Pro Lift HD Mower Lift, Craftsman Weed Eater, McLane Edger 3.5HP, Greenworks Electric Cultivater, Troybilt Horse Tiller (New Motor). 704-473-6587.
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
BAPTIST PREACHER’S LIBRARY. LOCKYER, WIERSBY, OLIVER GREEN, STRONGS, PINK, JOHN R. RICE, CHARLES H. SPURGEON and Hundreds of other authors. Bible dictionaries, topical studies, Ryrie, Tower, and Keller. Hardbacks/ Paperbacks. Need a Church library? The quicker you come, the more choices you have. I have a booth inside the building, at the rear of the Southside Market at 1316 S. Lafayette St, Shelby, NC 28152. There is a flea market outside, but I am inside. Beginning April 26th and continuing every Saturday until I sell the books. Priced from $1 to $5 each. Hours for my booth is 8am till 3:30 pm. 1 Timothy 4:13 “Till I come, give attendance to reading to exhortation, to doctrine.” Volume discounts are available too. (704) 915-0594
FIREWOOD, BUNDLE PACKS $3 EA. Don’t pay $8 to middle man. Buy direct & save BIG. Can Deliver. (704) 435-3970
Cut and trim. Free esti-
Please text, 704-7516217
INDOOR/OUTDOOR ESTATE SALE. Sat., May 24th, 2025 from 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM. Beautiful antiques, full bedroom sets, other furniture, household items, clothing, pots/pans, dishes, fine China, and much more! You have to see it all! 788 Kenmore Street, Shelby, NC 28150
MULTI FAMILY YARD SALE. Saturday, May 24, 8AM-Noon. Michael Kors purses, clothes of all sizes (even kids), knickknacks. 3410 Pearidge Road, Bostic, NC 28018
J JOHNSON SALES. Steel Buildings, Carports, Garages. Large On-site Display. J Johnson Sales in Forest City. (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
WARREN LAWN SERVICE.
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PETS & LIVESTOCK
FOR SALE
NEW BATTERY MOBILITY
SCOOTERS. Summer Tune Up with new batteries. Code 10 for 10% discount. Call Scooterman John to make your unit perform well. Batteries installed from $199. Tele (704) 951-4224 mobilityservices07@gmail.com
ITEMS FOR SALE. Screen Printing Equipment, Kitchen table with 4 chairs, 1,000 boxes of envelopes. 704-284-1641.
WANT TO BUY
WANTED: OLD AND NEW AMMO. Reloading supplies. Call 828-245-6756 or cell # 828-289-1488.
WANT TO BUY CARS& TRUCKS. Trailers, Tractors, Farm Equipment. Must have ID and proof of ownership. Callahan’s Towing. (704) 692-1006
TURN YOUR HOUSE INTO CASH? I PURCHASE UNWANTED RENTAL PROPERTY AND HOMES. MUST BE PRICED TO SELL! “QUICK CLOSINGS”! Call (704) 4720006
I PAY CASH FOR DIABETIC TEST STRIPS. Up to $10 per 100ct. Must be Unused, Unexpired. I’m local and pay fast. (828) 577-4197
LOOKING FOR X-LARGE JAZZY. For a man. (704) 2840194
GUERNSEY HEIFNER CALF WANTED. Full blooded or registered. Reasonable price. 828675-4968.
LOOKING FOR OLD LATIMORE HIGH SCHOOL ANNUALS. Especially the last one that’s red. Also, old record Albums, no longer wanted & used Hot Wheels. Call Don Blanton. No answer leave message. (704) 482-3893
LOOKING FOR 2BR HOUSE.
$700-$800. Have 23 chihuahua puppies. Call Vickie. (704) 3133352
FARM & GARDEN
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 rlputnam66@att.net
1976 FORD 2600 TRACTOR
36HP with draft control, power steering, new battery, fresh tune-up and oil change, excellent condition, ready to work. $6,250. Text or call 828447-3627.
4X5 ROUND BALES. $40$45. 704-813-1751.
KOI FISH FOR SALE. Koi fish; all colors, short and long fin. $1. $2. $5. And $10. Call for availability. (864) 546-2778 brendasherman9@gmail.com
10’X10’X6’ DOG KENNELS. Dog Houses and Dog Buildings. Delivery & Set Up Available. J Johnson Sales in Forest City. (828) 2455895
TWO CHIWEENIE PUPPIES Ready now. 2 males. Have one set of shots and dewormed. $250 each. 704-466-6983.
TOY & TEACUP CHIHUAHUA PUPPIES. 6 weeks old. 2 males, 1 female. $350 each. (704) 313-3352
MALTIPOO PUPPY. Black male with a little white. Ready for her new home. Make wonderful companion & friend. Negotiable. 828675-4968.
ARTIFICIAL ANGUS BULL CALVES. Out of artificial cows. 704-477-9054.
DACHSHUND PUPPIES FOR SALE. I have 3 female puppies, black and tan; 1 male, black and tan and 1 female, fawn color. They are 9 wks old. All shots up to date. Have the paperwork, their shots and dewormed. Healthy. Have been in the house and potty trained on pee pad. Very playful, loves kids. Asking $1,000; $1,200 for fawn obo. No lower than $800. (704) 915-0145 jordantracy.985@ gmail.com (704) 915-0145 jordantracy.985@gmail.com
WANTED GREAT PYRENEES FEMALE. 5-7 years old, house trained, good with small dogs, spayed. Sharon 828-748-0682.
CARS & TRUCKS
2016 FORD FUSION 114,000 miles. Aluminum wheels, sunroof, Eco Boost, $4750. 828-287-3820.
1995 CHEVROLET CORVETTE CONVERTIBLE. Automatic, Black, Needs paint. 72,000 miles, $3,800. 980-925-4000.
2008 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER
210,000 miles. Well maintained, clean title, very good condition, runs & drives excellent. 2WD. $10,900 or OBO. Consider trade only for 4x4 Truck. 828-429-2876.
1993 FORD RANGER XLT. A/C & Heat. Good to go. Good tires. Black. $2,500. 704-419-9201.
TREMENDOUS AUTO SALE! Buy here-pay here! Over 20 vehicles! Try our 777 plan- hit the JACK-POT. $777/down! Payments $77/week! $77/referral discount! Call Top Dog Auto Sales 828-744-9191.
2014 MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS E350. 54,564 miles, Excellent condition, low mileage, Fully loaded luxury car. One owner. $16,900 or OBO. 704-236-5293.
2001 NISSAN MAXIMA 180K miles. Runs good, Will need tires soon, Needs minor repair, Idle control valve, 1 AC valve, Asking $2,500. 704-538-9190.
1999 PONTIAC FIREBIRD V6. 149,000 miles, automatic, power windows & locks, good condition. $5,995. 3 ton lever action chain hoist, like new. $370. Plate temp $200. 828-289-1817.
CAMPERS
24 FT FOREST RIVER SURVEYOR. GENTLY USED & LIGHTWEIGHT. DESIGNED FOR COMFORT & FUNCTIONALITY. SLIDE OUT, OUTSIDE KITCHEN, 2 TVS, 7 FT CEILING, STORAGE GALORE, FULLY STOCKED & READY TO CAMP. CALL TO SEE IT. (828) 245-8159
2004 FORD RV 28 ft., Class C. Good condition. 120,000 miles. $14,000. 802-371-9452.
2016 SUNSEEKER MOTOR HOME. 2016 Ford E450 30 FT. SunSeeker Motor Home with 2 slides. Only 6,334 miles. Fully self contained. Brand new tires all around. New refrigerator. Roof just re-sealed. $56,840. (828) 245-8067
1996 21’ PROWLER CAMPER. Very good condition. TV, Radio Casset Player, DVD Player, Microwave. Sleeps 6, 1 full bed, sofa makes bed, dining table makes bed. Nice & clean. Everything works, clear title in hand, $5900 obo. (704) 8307908
MOTORCYCLES & ATVS
2000 YAMAHA ROAD STAR SILVERADO. 1600CC, approximately 120,000 miles. Well taken are of. $3500 cash. Available after 5pm. (704) 750-3383
VACATIONS
SCENIC RIDGE COUNTRY CAMPGROUND. Seasonal, weekend & short/long term rental campers & 30/50amp sites. Cabin, cottage & semi/ primitive tent sites. Call/text & leave message Cherryville, NC 28021 (704) 284-4721
REAL ESTATE
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
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
135-20 WIGGINS LANE, Kings Mountain, NC New Single Wide. 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms. Rent $1375 Deposit $1375 No pets, App Fee $25 per adult. 704-214-4180.
MOVE IN SPECIAL. 2 & 3 Bedroom, deposit required. Weekly rates. Includes power and water. NO PETS. NO TEXTING. (704) 473-4299
1003-B MARK DRIVE, SHELBY, NC. Apartment, top floor, 2 bathroom, 2 bedroom. Rent $975, Deposit $975, App Fee $25. 704-214-4180.
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
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
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
MOBILE HOME FOR RENT.
Two-bedroom, one bath mobile home for rent in upper Cleveland County in a small, senior mobile home park. Park is located in a quiet area in the country. No pets. $25 background check will be required as well as a $300 deposit if approved for the rental. Rent includes water and lawn care. For inquiries call 704-284-0983 or 704-692-0960 Monday - Friday from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. and anytime on weekends. (704) 692-0960 charlottem8912@ gmail.com
317 FORD ST, SHELBY NC. House, 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom. Rent $1275, Deposit $1275. App Fee $25. 704-2144180.
FOR RENT
CLEVELAND COUNTY
716 PARK AVE., SHELBY, NC. Duplex 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom. Rent $925 Deposit $925. App fee $25. 704-214-4180. 335B GOLD ST, SHELBY, NC Duplex. 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom. Rent $975 Deposit $975 App Fee $25. 704-214-4180.
